CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE
Children and young people are facing an increasing number of challenges and sometimes they need some extra support to work through them.
Whether it is a specific event or a combination of factors causing distress, counselling can be a valuable tool to enable them to explore their thoughts and feelings in a safe and supportive environment.​
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I understand that as a parent, you want the best for your child. Sometimes, however, it can be challenging to see your child struggling with their emotions.
The good news is that counselling can provide a safe and supportive environment for them to express themselves freely and work through their challenges.
Counselling can help your child understand their emotions better, develop healthy coping skills and build the emotional resilience they need to thrive both now and in the future. With counselling, your child can learn ways to manage their emotions and enjoy a more fulfilling life.
Parent Support Sessions
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If you're seeking support for your child, it's important to remember that your own well-being and approach can play a crucial role in their journey. Alongside offering counselling and support for children, I also provide dedicated sessions for parents who are looking for guidance on how best to cope with and support their child.
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These sessions can focus on a variety of areas, including:
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Self-awareness and Relational Skills: Exploring how your own emotions, reactions and communication style impact your child. By increasing your self-awareness, we can identify patterns that might influence your child’s behaviour and work on more effective ways to relate and connect.
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Practical Tips and Strategies: We can look at evidence-based strategies to help manage your child’s specific challenges. Whether it’s anxiety, low self-esteem, or behavioural issues, I offer expert advice on how to approach these situations in a way that nurtures your child’s emotional health and development.
Supporting your child often means starting with yourself. These sessions offer you a space to reflect, learn new techniques and ensure that you're equipped to help your child in the most effective and compassionate way possible.
If you’re interested in exploring this type of support, I offer a free consultation call to discuss your needs and how we can work together to create a positive, supportive environment for your child.
Every child is unique and may respond differently to various therapeutic approaches. Therefore, the tools and techniques used during sessions will be tailored to the child's age, development and personal situation.
For younger children, play and art-based interventions can be particularly effective. Engaging in imaginative play, drawing or painting can help them externalise their emotions and express themselves in a way that feels safe and natural. Additionally, using stories or puppets can help children identify with characters who are experiencing similar emotions, leading to a better understanding of their own feelings.
For older children and adolescents, techniques like journaling, creative writing and art may be used to encourage self-expression and reflection. These methods can help them gain insight into their thoughts and feelings and explore different ways of coping with difficult situations.
Whatever approach is used, the focus is always on creating a safe and supportive environment for them to explore their emotions and develop healthy coping skills.
No matter how big or small the challenge, counselling can be a valuable tool for your child's emotional wellbeing. There is no right or wrong reason for your child to attend counselling - sometimes, it's just good to talk to someone objective and gain more guidance. Remember, if something is making your child unhappy, it's important to seek support.
PRACTICALITIES
Counselling will take place in a dedicated counselling room, designed to help your child feel comfortable and at ease. Depending on their age, they may attend counselling with you or may prefer to attend alone.
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Our location is just a few minutes' walk from Birkdale Village. For parents of children aged 14 or under, we kindly request that you remain in the vicinity during your child's session in case they wish to finish early.
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Your child won't need to bring anything special to their session. Please know that your child's privacy and comfort is our top priority and we respect their decision whether or not to share any of their work with you. They may choose to bring home any creations they make during their counselling, such as artwork, or they may leave them here.
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