Child & Adolsecent Counselling

Supporting children and young people to feel safe, understood, and confident as they grow.

Childhood and adolescence can be complex stages of life. Big emotions, social pressures, family changes, school stress, and developmental challenges can feel overwhelming for young people—and for the parents and carers supporting them. Child and adolescent counselling provides a safe, supportive space for children and teens to explore their thoughts and feelings, develop coping skills, and build emotional resilience.

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How Counselling Can Help

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Counselling can support children and adolescents experiencing:

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• Anxiety, worries, or excessive fears

• Low mood, sadness, or emotional withdrawal

• Difficulties with emotional regulation or behaviour

• School stress, learning challenges, or peer issues

• Low self-esteem or confidence

• Family separation, change, or conflict

• Grief and loss

• Trauma or stressful life experiences

• Social difficulties or friendship challenge

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Every child is unique, and therapy is tailored to their developmental stage, personality, and individual needs.

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Our Approach

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We use a gentle, child-centred, and evidence-based approach to therapy. Sessions are designed to feel engaging, supportive, and safe, allowing young people to express themselves in ways that feel natural to them.

Depending on age and needs, sessions may include:

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• Play-based therapy

• Creative activities (art, drawing, storytelling)

• Emotion and coping skills development

• Cognitive and behavioural strategies

• Mindfulness and regulation techniques

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For adolescents, sessions may be more conversational, focusing on identity, relationships, stress management, and emotional wellbeing.

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Working With Parents and Carers

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Parents and carers play an important role in a child’s therapeutic journey. Where appropriate, we work collaboratively with families by:

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• Providing guidance and support strategies

• Offering parent check-ins or feedback sessions

• Helping caregivers better understand their child’s emotional needs

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Confidentiality is respected while also ensuring safety and transparency.

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What to Expect

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• A welcoming, supportive environment

• Developmentally appropriate and engaging sessions

• Individualised therapy goals

• A focus on building strengths and resilience