One-To-One Counselling
Sessions
I begin with a free 30 min parent consultation, to identify the needs of the child and, where necessary, I may suggest a further referral, with awareness of multidisciplinary practice. I also provide ongoing parent review sessions with respect to the child.
Weekly sessions of 50 mins can be on-going in a long-term capacity, supporting the child over a period of time, or time limited in which a specific issue can be addressed.
Given the nature of the work, it is important not to end sessions abruptly. At least three weeks notice is required
For Children
Behind every behaviour there is a feeling. Expressing feelings can be very difficult for children and many children may not know how they are feeling. Often children struggle to express themselves with words but will communicate through play and other creative outlets. I am a specialist trained to support children express themselves both verbally and non-verbally using play and creative materials in a warm and welcoming therapeutic space.
Therapy may be accessed through art, music, sand tray, storytelling, and other creative mediums. My approach helps children understand themselves more fully along with understanding what their needs are. This will always be led by the needs to the specific child, always respecting the child’s individuality and only ever looking to understand and process feelings, never to make them seem invalid or wrong.
This experience can be very empowering for the child leading to an increase in confidence and wellbeing.
For Adolescents
Adolescence is a time of transition which can often lead to questions around identity and self-esteem. I create a safe, therapeutic and non-judgmental space where a young person and explore their feelings and try to understand them.
In understanding why we feel as we do we may assign different meanings to feelings and situations, which leads to acceptance of oneself as an individual and can open doors to personal growth. With this age-group I can work either face to face or online depending on the preference of the individual.
Fees
Initial 30 mins consultation with parent / carer is free.
Initial assessment / meeting with child or young person and subsequent individual sessions are £45 per session.
Counselling may be long or short term, though I recommend a minimum of 6 sessions.
I offer a discount for block booking of pre booked sessions over a period of 6 weeks and 10 weeks with payment in advance.