Child Counselling in Braintree, ENG

Photo of Laura Lucia - Blossom Therapeutic Services, MA
Blossom Therapeutic Services
MA
Verified Verified
Braintree CM7
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I offer a safe, judgement-free space for you to explore your experiences and feelings. It can be an ongoing issue that you or a young person has been suffering from, or, it may be a more recent concern. I am flexible and adaptable in my approach. I work with clients who have a wide range of experiences/difficulties, including; Sexual, Physical and Emotional Abuse, Anxiety & Depression, Suicide, Self-harm, Attachment difficulties, Addiction, Autism, Looked-After- Children, ADHD and Bereavement.
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I offer a safe, judgement-free space for you to explore your experiences and feelings. It can be an ongoing issue that you or a young person has been suffering from, or, it may be a more recent concern. I am flexible and adaptable in my approach. I work with clients who have a wide range of experiences/difficulties, including; Sexual, Physical and Emotional Abuse, Anxiety & Depression, Suicide, Self-harm, Attachment difficulties, Addiction, Autism, Looked-After- Children, ADHD and Bereavement.
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Penny Chapman Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Braintree CM7
I am trained in a variety of modalities including EMDR for both children and adults, NeuroAffective Touch, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, and I have a Masters in Psychodynamic therapy and Nursing, I am very experienced and support trainee and trained therapists with personal therapy and supervision as well.
I am an experienced therapist specialising in trauma and I am qualified to work with children, young people, adults and families. I have a special interest in developmental trauma and attachment, and also with domestic abuse, supporting both children and adults. I also support those with anxiety and depression, self harm and suicidal ideation. I work with people for both the short and long term, depending on individual need, and offer face to face and online appointments.
I am trained in a variety of modalities including EMDR for both children and adults, NeuroAffective Touch, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, and I have a Masters in Psychodynamic therapy and Nursing, I am very experienced and support trainee and trained therapists with personal therapy and supervision as well.
I am an experienced therapist specialising in trauma and I am qualified to work with children, young people, adults and families. I have a special interest in developmental trauma and attachment, and also with domestic abuse, supporting both children and adults. I also support those with anxiety and depression, self harm and suicidal ideation. I work with people for both the short and long term, depending on individual need, and offer face to face and online appointments.
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Tim Peal
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Braintree CM7
I offer Counselling to Adults, Young people and children over the age of 11.
Hello, You will find Counselling with me to be a warm and comfortable environment in which you can talk about your life safely. I believe that developing an honest and trusting relationship between counsellor and client is essential. My therapy is based on building an understanding of how your life up to today, has influenced how you feel, think and behave now. We will also look at understanding how the mind and body connection is working for you now and how you can improve that connection.
I offer Counselling to Adults, Young people and children over the age of 11.
Hello, You will find Counselling with me to be a warm and comfortable environment in which you can talk about your life safely. I believe that developing an honest and trusting relationship between counsellor and client is essential. My therapy is based on building an understanding of how your life up to today, has influenced how you feel, think and behave now. We will also look at understanding how the mind and body connection is working for you now and how you can improve that connection.
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Jane Susan Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Braintree CM7
I work in various schools, working with children, teenagers, and young adults as well as adults, couples and families.
Deciding to contact a counsellor can feel overwhelming but as a fully qualified counsellor and member of the BACP (British association for psychotherapy) I work to a professional standard and ethic, supporting you on every step of your journey. I work from my private practice which sits on the Essex and Suffolk border, nestled in the Colne valley offering comfortable confidential consulting rooms with discreet parking . My practice is based on person -centred values offering empathic in-depth support which allows you to explore your feelings, beliefs and emotions in a safe confidential space. Weekly, monthly or ad hoc sessions
I work in various schools, working with children, teenagers, and young adults as well as adults, couples and families.
Deciding to contact a counsellor can feel overwhelming but as a fully qualified counsellor and member of the BACP (British association for psychotherapy) I work to a professional standard and ethic, supporting you on every step of your journey. I work from my private practice which sits on the Essex and Suffolk border, nestled in the Colne valley offering comfortable confidential consulting rooms with discreet parking . My practice is based on person -centred values offering empathic in-depth support which allows you to explore your feelings, beliefs and emotions in a safe confidential space. Weekly, monthly or ad hoc sessions
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Michele Gazmuri-Symmes
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Braintree CM7
In my work with children and young people I use different techniques like play therapy puppets sandtrays and talking therapy to help them better understand themselves.
Hi, I'm Michele & welcome to my profile. I'm a BACP registered counsellor and adhere to professional standards.I offer counselling to children, young people, parents and adults. CYP's often do not wish to burden their parents/carers with their worries and speaking to a counsellor can help them to reframe and make new meaning.I also work with parents and carers to empower them to feel confident and capable in their parenting journey knowing that they have the support and guidance they need to navigate the challenges that come with raising children. Individuals enter into counselling for a variety of reasons and all are valid.
In my work with children and young people I use different techniques like play therapy puppets sandtrays and talking therapy to help them better understand themselves.
Hi, I'm Michele & welcome to my profile. I'm a BACP registered counsellor and adhere to professional standards.I offer counselling to children, young people, parents and adults. CYP's often do not wish to burden their parents/carers with their worries and speaking to a counsellor can help them to reframe and make new meaning.I also work with parents and carers to empower them to feel confident and capable in their parenting journey knowing that they have the support and guidance they need to navigate the challenges that come with raising children. Individuals enter into counselling for a variety of reasons and all are valid.
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Colchester Children’s Counselling
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Braintree CM7
Having a child with a social, emotional or mental health need can be extremely challenging and I believe in supporting parents through this process and will meet and communicate with you at intervals whilst supporting your child.
As a psychodynamic counsellor with 15 years experience both in the education and NHS sector, I have worked with a range of clinical themes including: trauma, parental illness and terminal illness, anxiety, incontinence, ADHD, absconding, abuse, domestic violence, bereavement and grief, aggression, psychosomatic illness, disassociation disorder, depression, LGBTQ+. This list is not exhaustive to my knowledge and understanding to the many other themes that clients may present with. If you are willing to go on this journey with me and to trust me with your mental health, I will be there to support you every step of the way
Having a child with a social, emotional or mental health need can be extremely challenging and I believe in supporting parents through this process and will meet and communicate with you at intervals whilst supporting your child.
As a psychodynamic counsellor with 15 years experience both in the education and NHS sector, I have worked with a range of clinical themes including: trauma, parental illness and terminal illness, anxiety, incontinence, ADHD, absconding, abuse, domestic violence, bereavement and grief, aggression, psychosomatic illness, disassociation disorder, depression, LGBTQ+. This list is not exhaustive to my knowledge and understanding to the many other themes that clients may present with. If you are willing to go on this journey with me and to trust me with your mental health, I will be there to support you every step of the way
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Lynda P Gooby
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Braintree CM7
I am a fully accredited,qualified integrative counsellor and clinical hypnotherapist providing time-limited and longer term therapy for adults, children and couples. I have an integrative training which enables me to draw upon a range of approaches including transactional analysis, cognitive behavioural therapy and person centred, to help clients explore what brings them to therapy. I work with a range of issues including: Anxiety Bereavement & loss Childhood trauma Coping with illness & long term health conditions Depression Domestic abuse Loss of direction in life Low self-esteem Phobias Redundancy Relationship difficulties.
I am a fully accredited,qualified integrative counsellor and clinical hypnotherapist providing time-limited and longer term therapy for adults, children and couples. I have an integrative training which enables me to draw upon a range of approaches including transactional analysis, cognitive behavioural therapy and person centred, to help clients explore what brings them to therapy. I work with a range of issues including: Anxiety Bereavement & loss Childhood trauma Coping with illness & long term health conditions Depression Domestic abuse Loss of direction in life Low self-esteem Phobias Redundancy Relationship difficulties.
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A path to wellbeing
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Braintree CM77
Do you feel down, stuck or hopeless ? Can't see a way forward ? Or maybe a situation has left you feeling angry, sad, or overwhelmed. Maybe you have unexplained pain, Or maybe you just feel out of sorts and can't find your passion or direction in life. Whatever it is that is bothering you, i can help you with a comprehensive treatment plan that will help you move forward and restore harmony to mind and body. As well as talking therapy i can incorporate other holistic techniques such as sound, energy work, body movement, and breathwork, which can lead to a more effective outcome. I can also offer therapy in nature or online.
Do you feel down, stuck or hopeless ? Can't see a way forward ? Or maybe a situation has left you feeling angry, sad, or overwhelmed. Maybe you have unexplained pain, Or maybe you just feel out of sorts and can't find your passion or direction in life. Whatever it is that is bothering you, i can help you with a comprehensive treatment plan that will help you move forward and restore harmony to mind and body. As well as talking therapy i can incorporate other holistic techniques such as sound, energy work, body movement, and breathwork, which can lead to a more effective outcome. I can also offer therapy in nature or online.
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Photo of Jaimini Ravalia - Progressive Therapies, DCounsPsych, PNCPS Acc., Counsellor
Progressive Therapies
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Braintree CM7
Are you struggling with aspects of your life? You may have already tried to talk about it with friends and family but you still feel unresolved. You might have issues that you feel you can only talk about in a safe and confidential space. There may be times when you feel absolutely fine but there are times when you can't cope from within and you don't understand it. We push difficult issues deep into our unconscious but it still influences our conscious lives. Are there significant events from your childhood that you can't find peace with in your present day? This can leave you feeling despair like you have no control.
Are you struggling with aspects of your life? You may have already tried to talk about it with friends and family but you still feel unresolved. You might have issues that you feel you can only talk about in a safe and confidential space. There may be times when you feel absolutely fine but there are times when you can't cope from within and you don't understand it. We push difficult issues deep into our unconscious but it still influences our conscious lives. Are there significant events from your childhood that you can't find peace with in your present day? This can leave you feeling despair like you have no control.
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Independent Therapy Solutions Ltd
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Braintree CM7
Hi I'm Ron I opened my Centre; Independent Therapy Solutions on 1st August 2005 after working at RELATE, GP Surgeries and in the drug and alcohol field. I was a family group conference coordinator for the local health authority too. For a numbers of year's I taught the Diploma in Counselling, briefly at Chelmsford College and then at Life Force in Colchester for a number of years. I am an experienced clinical supervisor for therapists and have my own supervision regularly. I became a counsellor because of life events & my own healing journey, that's not as easy as it sounds, let's say that I have been there, and got the Tshirt.
Hi I'm Ron I opened my Centre; Independent Therapy Solutions on 1st August 2005 after working at RELATE, GP Surgeries and in the drug and alcohol field. I was a family group conference coordinator for the local health authority too. For a numbers of year's I taught the Diploma in Counselling, briefly at Chelmsford College and then at Life Force in Colchester for a number of years. I am an experienced clinical supervisor for therapists and have my own supervision regularly. I became a counsellor because of life events & my own healing journey, that's not as easy as it sounds, let's say that I have been there, and got the Tshirt.
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Photo of Carol Townsend, MSc, BACP, Counsellor
Carol Townsend
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
Verified Verified
Braintree CM7
I try to make therapy as available to as many people as I possible can. The cost of therapy can be quite steep so I keep my prices as low as I can so that more can access it. Therapy is about getting to where you want to be by making your own unique road map, so that you can use it again in the future if need be. I'm an Addiction Psychologist by trade, with 18 years of private practise behind me, but a lot of my work is helping many different age groups with problems such as OCD and PTSD etc. Please feel free to contact me and we can have a chat to see if i can be any help to you.
I try to make therapy as available to as many people as I possible can. The cost of therapy can be quite steep so I keep my prices as low as I can so that more can access it. Therapy is about getting to where you want to be by making your own unique road map, so that you can use it again in the future if need be. I'm an Addiction Psychologist by trade, with 18 years of private practise behind me, but a lot of my work is helping many different age groups with problems such as OCD and PTSD etc. Please feel free to contact me and we can have a chat to see if i can be any help to you.
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Secure Base Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Braintree CM7
To see more please visit my website at- www.securebasetherapy.com
To see more please visit my website at- www.securebasetherapy.com
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Liz Somervell
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Braintree CM7
I am an experienced integrative counsellor here to help and support you through difficult times. I provide a caring, friendly and non-judgmental private space to enable you to reach a better understanding of yourself and others, and offer warm empathetic listening which I believe is essential in establishing a strong therapeutic relationship. Over the years, I have had the privilege of working with adults and young people from all walks of life, exploring their thoughts, feelings and beliefs both past and present. I primarily use psychodynamic and person-centred approaches appropriate to the individual needs of the client.
I am an experienced integrative counsellor here to help and support you through difficult times. I provide a caring, friendly and non-judgmental private space to enable you to reach a better understanding of yourself and others, and offer warm empathetic listening which I believe is essential in establishing a strong therapeutic relationship. Over the years, I have had the privilege of working with adults and young people from all walks of life, exploring their thoughts, feelings and beliefs both past and present. I primarily use psychodynamic and person-centred approaches appropriate to the individual needs of the client.
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Dynamic-Minds Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Braintree CM7
Are you struggling with the stresses and strains that family, friendship, and/ or work life can bring and unsure what to do? Life is not always easy or straightforward, our lives can become challenging at times, causing us to feel overwhelmed with an array of complex emotions which can have an impact on our daily lives. Very often we don’t have someone that we can completely share our innermost thoughts and feelings with so having someone who is a trained professional, allows the opportunity to open up and confide in. I trust that I am able to provide a safe, non-judgemental space to work collaboratively with you.
Are you struggling with the stresses and strains that family, friendship, and/ or work life can bring and unsure what to do? Life is not always easy or straightforward, our lives can become challenging at times, causing us to feel overwhelmed with an array of complex emotions which can have an impact on our daily lives. Very often we don’t have someone that we can completely share our innermost thoughts and feelings with so having someone who is a trained professional, allows the opportunity to open up and confide in. I trust that I am able to provide a safe, non-judgemental space to work collaboratively with you.
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Cara Japon Mbacp Mbpss
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Braintree CM7
I am a BACP registered Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor and a member of the BPS. I am trained in Person-Centred Counselling, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EMDR and Psychodynamics. I specialise in Relationship and Family Counselling, Dementia and mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, work-related stress and breakdowns. I also have vast experience of bereavement counselling. I have many years experience (9+) of working with Carers/family members who care for their loved ones who are living with Dementia. When caring for a loved one, our own emotions and feelings can sometimes be forgotten.
I am a BACP registered Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor and a member of the BPS. I am trained in Person-Centred Counselling, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EMDR and Psychodynamics. I specialise in Relationship and Family Counselling, Dementia and mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, work-related stress and breakdowns. I also have vast experience of bereavement counselling. I have many years experience (9+) of working with Carers/family members who care for their loved ones who are living with Dementia. When caring for a loved one, our own emotions and feelings can sometimes be forgotten.
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Photo of Beth Rogan, MA, MUKCP, Psychotherapist
Beth Rogan
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Halstead CO9
I have worked in a professional capacity with children, adolescents and their parents/carers for over 20yrs.
A warm, relational approach is the foundation of my work with children, young people and their parents. As an Integrative Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist, I aim to enable each person to communicate and feel understood from the depth of their experience. This means finding each person's unique ways of expressing themselves, and tailoring my technique to meet them "where they're at". I create a safe space so that children and young people are able to bring their most painful feelings and thoughts out into the room with me. At the same time, humour and fun are important elements of my work.
I have worked in a professional capacity with children, adolescents and their parents/carers for over 20yrs.
A warm, relational approach is the foundation of my work with children, young people and their parents. As an Integrative Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist, I aim to enable each person to communicate and feel understood from the depth of their experience. This means finding each person's unique ways of expressing themselves, and tailoring my technique to meet them "where they're at". I create a safe space so that children and young people are able to bring their most painful feelings and thoughts out into the room with me. At the same time, humour and fun are important elements of my work.
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Photo of Sue Thompson, MA, MUKCP, Psychotherapist
Sue Thompson
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Witham CM8
As I am integrative trained I can provide both traditional talking therapy as well as working more creatively with children/young people and parents using a range of art and play based mediums such as sand tray, painting, clay, music etc.
Hi my name is Sue, I'm a Integrative Child Psychotherapist (UKCP Reg) and a Integrative Adult Counsellor (MBACP). I have over 10 years experience of providing therapeutic support to both children, young people, parents adults in a range of different settings who may be experiencing mental distress, trauma or behavioral issues such as low mood, anxiety, depression, irrational fears and phobias, exam stress / work-related stress. I also offer parent/ child work.
As I am integrative trained I can provide both traditional talking therapy as well as working more creatively with children/young people and parents using a range of art and play based mediums such as sand tray, painting, clay, music etc.
Hi my name is Sue, I'm a Integrative Child Psychotherapist (UKCP Reg) and a Integrative Adult Counsellor (MBACP). I have over 10 years experience of providing therapeutic support to both children, young people, parents adults in a range of different settings who may be experiencing mental distress, trauma or behavioral issues such as low mood, anxiety, depression, irrational fears and phobias, exam stress / work-related stress. I also offer parent/ child work.
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Photo of Jenny Wayne - Jenny Wayne, MA, MUKCP, Psychotherapist
Jenny Wayne
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Chelmsford CM1
I have over 30 years experience working with children and adolescents in various settings. I have worked on an adolescent inpatient unit at the Priory hospital, CAMHS, pupil referral units, youth offending and currently for Five River Childcare in fostering. I also run a private practice for children, adolescents, parents and adults alongside delivering training's to teachers, social workers and carers for local councils.
I have over 30 years experience working with children and adolescents in various settings. I have worked on an adolescent inpatient unit at the Priory hospital, CAMHS, pupil referral units, youth offending and currently for Five River Childcare in fostering. I also run a private practice for children, adolescents, parents and adults alongside delivering training's to teachers, social workers and carers for local councils.
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Photo of Wendy Louise Loveday, MBACP, Counsellor
Wendy Louise Loveday
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Colchester CO6
I provide counselling for Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples and Families. I am trained in the person centred approach, which involves listening to her clients with empathy allowing her clients to talk creatively in a safe, confidential and dependable environment. The approach is non-directive and puts the client at the heart of the therapeutic process and allows you to set your own pace, one that you are comfortable with. Through a therapeutic relationship based on trust and mutual respect Wendy will provide a warm, confidential and non-judgmental space for you to explore difficult feelings.
I provide counselling for Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples and Families. I am trained in the person centred approach, which involves listening to her clients with empathy allowing her clients to talk creatively in a safe, confidential and dependable environment. The approach is non-directive and puts the client at the heart of the therapeutic process and allows you to set your own pace, one that you are comfortable with. Through a therapeutic relationship based on trust and mutual respect Wendy will provide a warm, confidential and non-judgmental space for you to explore difficult feelings.
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Dr Michalla Gillbanks
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Chelmsford CM1
I am a qualified clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience working within NHS and private sectors. I have experience working with adults, adolescents and children experiencing a range of emotional and mental health difficulties. During your initial assessment, I take time to get to know you and your presenting issues taking into consideration past experiences, family dynamics and issues that you feel need addressing or are holding you back. We would then develop a person centered care plan to best suit your needs & goals. I am experienced in dealing with a range of mental health conditions along with more exploratory work
I am a qualified clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience working within NHS and private sectors. I have experience working with adults, adolescents and children experiencing a range of emotional and mental health difficulties. During your initial assessment, I take time to get to know you and your presenting issues taking into consideration past experiences, family dynamics and issues that you feel need addressing or are holding you back. We would then develop a person centered care plan to best suit your needs & goals. I am experienced in dealing with a range of mental health conditions along with more exploratory work
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Child Counsellors
Child psychologists in Braintree, ENG provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.

Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.

The best child therapists in Braintree build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.