Counselling for
Children & Young People

I am a qualified Person-Centred Counsellor with a deep passion for supporting children and young people. My work is grounded in creating a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space where children feel heard, valued and accepted for exactly who they are.

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With over 16 years’ experience supporting children and young people in residential care, I bring warmth, patience and a strong understanding of the complex challenges young people can face. I believe every child has the capacity for growth and healing when they are offered the right conditions, time and support.

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My approach with children and young people

I place each child at the heart of the counselling process, working at their pace and respecting their individual experiences. Sessions are tailored to the needs of each child, whether that means using creative or playful methods, gentle conversation, or simply offering a calm space where they can talk and begin to make sense of their world.

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I work with empathy and without judgement, helping children and young people to:

 

• Explore and understand their feelings

• Develop emotional awareness and resilience

• Feel safer expressing thoughts and worries

• Build confidence and self-esteem

• Navigate difficult life experiences such as loss, change or anxiety

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Specialist experience in bereavement and loss

I have worked at St Wilfrid’s Hospice, providing bereavement support through the Seahorse Project, supporting children and young people aged 6–18 years. This role provided specialist training and experience in helping young people cope with loss, grief and significant life changes in a sensitive and age-appropriate way.​​

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Areas I support children and young people with

I work with a wide range of difficulties, including but not limited to:

 

• Childhood anxiety and depression

• Bereavement and loss

• Bullying and school-related stress

• Behavioural and emotional difficulties

• Attachment difficulties

• Neurodiversity, including ADHD and autism

• Low self-esteem and confidence

• Family changes, separation and divorce

• Trauma, abuse and emotional distress

• Self-harm and suicidal thoughts

• Young carers and young people experiencing stress or overwhelm