Counselling - Young People

Information for Parents

As an adolescent, growing from childhood to adulthood can be a challenging and difficult time. There are so many different factors in a young person’s life and at times they may feel completely overwhelmed, uncertain about what they’re thinking or feeling, or not know how to help themselves. Sometimes, just talking things through with someone who is not directly involved in their lives can be really beneficial. 

With several years’ experience and a specialist qualification in Counselling Children & Young People, I offer 1-1 counselling sessions with young people aged 12 years and over. Sessions can take place in person, by phone or by video call.

I am fully insured and hold an enhanced DBS certificate.

Information for Young People

Counselling provides you with a safe, confidential space to talk about worries or problems you are experiencing.  As a counsellor my role is not to give advice or tell you what to do. Instead I will listen to you without judgment, help you clarify your thoughts and feelings and support you in making your own choices. Counselling can lead to changes in how you feel about yourself and your relationships with others. It can help you feel clearer, more confident and more self-aware, and can lead to personal growth.

We can meet in person, on video call or by phone. Each session lasts for 50 minutes. In our first session, before counselling can begin, I’ll spend some time finding out more about you and your current situation. Everyone is unique and I will work in a way that best suits you. This may be by playing games, drawing, painting or doing another activity whilst talking. Or we may simply sit and talk. Together we will look at what’s going on for you and work on strategies or coping skills to help you manage your thoughts, feelings or behaviours in a better, more comfortable way.

I’ve worked with many young people who have had a range of difficulties and challenges, including anxiety, low mood, anger, stress, grief, self-harm, relationships, ASD, ADHD, body dysmorphia, gender identity, and more. If I feel that I can’t help you, then I may be able to refer you to someone who can provide the support you need.