Toddler Counselling in SE15

Are you feeling helpless, hopeless, frustrated with life, others or your self? Does life feel like too much at times? Do you find yourself wondering what is the point? Are you anxious? worrying about things that have yet to happen. Dealing with difficult feelings can feel overwhelming and may seem as if you have nowhere to turn or no way out. Deciding to see a counsellor can be a scary thought, thinking about discussing, with a stranger, private and sensitive subjects or even things that may feel shaming. However, making the decision to start therapy can be the first step to empowering yourself to make changes in your life.

My name is Diane Stewart. I am qualified Counsellor. who has worked in various settings including school and charity counselling services. I offer a compassionate counselling service online and face to face to children and adults. I have experience helping individuals with trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, suicide ideation, self harming, relationship issues, sexual abuse, emotional distress, attachment issues & intimacy related issues. I have worked with clients with additions and drug misuse.

I am passionate about supporting people to make sense of their difficulties, whether that be related to low mood and anxiety, managing big emotions or struggling in their relationships. Alongside my private practice I work in the NHS as a senior psychologist with children, young people, parents and families where there may be a history of trauma or concerns around ADHD or ASD.

The 'everyday experiences of life' can present many challenges. It can be valuable to take time to talk about feelings of anxiety, low mood, anger, worry or relational issues, or habits or behaviours that you would like to move on from. I am committed to helping people develop and achieve what is important to them, in accordance with their values and beliefs. Talking can help us to climb up above an issue and look down on it, like viewing the terrain of our lives from a high vantage point. This new perspective can suggest new ways round obstacles and new ways forwards.

I understand that starting therapy can feel like a big step, this is why I aim to create a genuine space, where clients can embark on a reflective journey of self-discovery, finding support in the warmth of understanding and acceptance. There may be a variety of reasons, as to why you’re considering therapy; so, let me reassure you that I’m passionate about supporting others, enabling their journey into deeper insights and new perspectives. As we all derive from different walks of life; I truly value my client’s individuality, therefore I’ll encourage you to bring your true authentic self, to our sessions.