Child Counselling in West London, London

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Anna Dafna
Psychologist, MA, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
West London, London W1W  (Online Only)
I am an award-winning ADHD, executive function, NLP coach, qualified teacher, and psychologist. I coach neurodiverse (ADHD, ASD, dyslexia) children, adolescents, adults, educational institutions and organisations working with neurodiverse groups globally. Specialism: self-belief, esteem, awareness, acceptance, compassion, confidence, happiness, academic, professional, business performance, communication, leadership, social skills, efficiency, productivity, organisation, time management, planning, prioritisation, task initiation, goal-directed persistence, focus, memory, emotional control, empowerment, inspiration, motivation.
I am an award-winning ADHD, executive function, NLP coach, qualified teacher, and psychologist. I coach neurodiverse (ADHD, ASD, dyslexia) children, adolescents, adults, educational institutions and organisations working with neurodiverse groups globally. Specialism: self-belief, esteem, awareness, acceptance, compassion, confidence, happiness, academic, professional, business performance, communication, leadership, social skills, efficiency, productivity, organisation, time management, planning, prioritisation, task initiation, goal-directed persistence, focus, memory, emotional control, empowerment, inspiration, motivation.
020 8106 5615 View 020 8106 5615
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Sulafa Yassin
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
West London, London W5
I work with cultural awareness and sensitivity, particularly working with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, thoughts of suicide/self harm with adults, children and adolescents.
Starting counselling can seem hard for some but those first steps can have a positive lasting impact. I understand that things can feel overwhelming at first but hopefully I can help you to work through any anxieties about counselling so that I can support you through your personal journey. With me, your therapeutic journey is the priority. I work with you to help understand your difficulties better and find ways of managing similar difficulties in the future. I work with children, adolescents and adults using various approaches depending on the individual's needs, largely person centred and cognitive behaviour approaches.
I work with cultural awareness and sensitivity, particularly working with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, thoughts of suicide/self harm with adults, children and adolescents.
Starting counselling can seem hard for some but those first steps can have a positive lasting impact. I understand that things can feel overwhelming at first but hopefully I can help you to work through any anxieties about counselling so that I can support you through your personal journey. With me, your therapeutic journey is the priority. I work with you to help understand your difficulties better and find ways of managing similar difficulties in the future. I work with children, adolescents and adults using various approaches depending on the individual's needs, largely person centred and cognitive behaviour approaches.
020 4538 4424 View 020 4538 4424
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Nadja Julia Rolli
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
West London, London W14
I am a qualified and experienced Integrative Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist. Previous to the MA in Child Psychotherapy, I have been trained in Switzerland as Psychomotor Therapist, with a focus on Play Therapy and Body Work for Children and young adults. I have many years of experience working with my clients through play therapy and talking therapy but integrate EMDR, body awareness and symbolism, art materials, clay and sand into my work to facilitate unconscious emotional processes.
I am a qualified and experienced Integrative Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist. Previous to the MA in Child Psychotherapy, I have been trained in Switzerland as Psychomotor Therapist, with a focus on Play Therapy and Body Work for Children and young adults. I have many years of experience working with my clients through play therapy and talking therapy but integrate EMDR, body awareness and symbolism, art materials, clay and sand into my work to facilitate unconscious emotional processes.
020 8103 6087 View 020 8103 6087
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Yee Tak Maranda Sze
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
Verified Verified
West London, London W1G
I specialize in adult psychoanalysis, psychodynamic psychotherapy for parents and their infants, children and adolescents, and Floortime for children with special needs.
You want to grow and thrive, but somehow you feel thwarted and the journey is frustrating and lonely. I respect your subjective experience, attempt to understand you in context and explore with you your various unconscious dynamics that are shaped by biological, social and psychological forces that impact your development and your experience about yourself and the others, as well as your coping skills that are known and unknown to you, so as for you to re-orient your direction and efforts towards more fruitful ends.
I specialize in adult psychoanalysis, psychodynamic psychotherapy for parents and their infants, children and adolescents, and Floortime for children with special needs.
You want to grow and thrive, but somehow you feel thwarted and the journey is frustrating and lonely. I respect your subjective experience, attempt to understand you in context and explore with you your various unconscious dynamics that are shaped by biological, social and psychological forces that impact your development and your experience about yourself and the others, as well as your coping skills that are known and unknown to you, so as for you to re-orient your direction and efforts towards more fruitful ends.
020 3984 8690 View 020 3984 8690
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Melissa Heming
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
West London, London W13
This gentle process allows her to understand how relationships and experiences have shaped a child's internal emotional world.
Melissa has a background as a Special Needs Teacher working for ten years in mainstream schools supporting children with specific learning difficulties, in particular ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia and OCD. As a Child and Adolescent Integrative Psychotherapist she uses a variety of techniques and methods, such as art, play, symbol, metaphor and various media, to help children and adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with their emotions or behaviour. Melissa recognises that children and adolescents sometimes struggle to put their feelings into words and therefore supports her clients to express their feelings safely in different ways.
This gentle process allows her to understand how relationships and experiences have shaped a child's internal emotional world.
Melissa has a background as a Special Needs Teacher working for ten years in mainstream schools supporting children with specific learning difficulties, in particular ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia and OCD. As a Child and Adolescent Integrative Psychotherapist she uses a variety of techniques and methods, such as art, play, symbol, metaphor and various media, to help children and adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with their emotions or behaviour. Melissa recognises that children and adolescents sometimes struggle to put their feelings into words and therefore supports her clients to express their feelings safely in different ways.
07957 405937 View 07957 405937
Dipti Shah
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
West London, London W1W
I am a systemic family therapist, and an integrative counsellor, which includes CBT. I am based at the London Child, Adult and Family Therapy Centre. I have over 25 years’ experience of working with people and supporting them to overcome a range of emotional and behavioural dilemmas. These dilemmas can become problematic when normalised and left unmanaged or unresolved. They are often the roots of problems affecting personal and professional relationships. Through therapy, I support children; adolescents; adults; couples; family's, which including adult children and groups of people who have shared interests and responsibilities.
I am a systemic family therapist, and an integrative counsellor, which includes CBT. I am based at the London Child, Adult and Family Therapy Centre. I have over 25 years’ experience of working with people and supporting them to overcome a range of emotional and behavioural dilemmas. These dilemmas can become problematic when normalised and left unmanaged or unresolved. They are often the roots of problems affecting personal and professional relationships. Through therapy, I support children; adolescents; adults; couples; family's, which including adult children and groups of people who have shared interests and responsibilities.
020 3727 5852 View 020 3727 5852
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Qing Xia
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West London, London W4
I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and young adults in various settings, including primary school environments, charities and my private practice.
Hello, my name is Qing, pronounced as /ching/. I am a BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) registered integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, specialising in working with children, adolescents and young adults. I am approachable, playful and creative. I offer face-to-face and online counselling in English and Chinese Mandarin.
I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and young adults in various settings, including primary school environments, charities and my private practice.
Hello, my name is Qing, pronounced as /ching/. I am a BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) registered integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, specialising in working with children, adolescents and young adults. I am approachable, playful and creative. I offer face-to-face and online counselling in English and Chinese Mandarin.
020 4538 3503 View 020 4538 3503
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Adele Braun
Psychotherapist, ACP
Verified Verified
West London, London W6  (Online Only)
I have an MPsychpsych (6-year postgraduate training) and I am registered with the Association of Child Psychotherapists (ACP), for work with children and young people up to the age of 25, as well as parents, carers and professionals. I have 20 years of experience working with children and families, including clinical and leadership positions within the NHS and in many mainstream and specialist schools. Most recently, running a specialist CAMHS service within the NHS in West London and as a Visiting Lecturer on Postgraduate mental health courses at the Tavistock & Portman.
I have an MPsychpsych (6-year postgraduate training) and I am registered with the Association of Child Psychotherapists (ACP), for work with children and young people up to the age of 25, as well as parents, carers and professionals. I have 20 years of experience working with children and families, including clinical and leadership positions within the NHS and in many mainstream and specialist schools. Most recently, running a specialist CAMHS service within the NHS in West London and as a Visiting Lecturer on Postgraduate mental health courses at the Tavistock & Portman.
01992 927835 View 01992 927835
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Children & Adults Therapy Services Practice
PsychD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West London, London W1U
Clients across all ages are welcome to our practice and we can offer individual, child, family, couple, and group therapies (as well as neuropsychological assessments including but not limited to ADHD and ASC assessments).
Hello there! We hear that you are looking for a suitable therapist…someone with compassion, understanding, experience, and insight into the difficulties that you may be looking to overcome. Therapy is personal, and all of our needs are different. This is why our practice offers a range of approaches to therapy; low-fee, short-term/long-term therapy, online/in-person therapy, and psychology assessments we can help! Our practitioners are trained in multiple modalities, including CBT, EMDR, trauma-informed, psychodynamic therapy, ADHD/ ASC assessments etc. Please note: not all of our therapists are registered with insurance providers.
Clients across all ages are welcome to our practice and we can offer individual, child, family, couple, and group therapies (as well as neuropsychological assessments including but not limited to ADHD and ASC assessments).
Hello there! We hear that you are looking for a suitable therapist…someone with compassion, understanding, experience, and insight into the difficulties that you may be looking to overcome. Therapy is personal, and all of our needs are different. This is why our practice offers a range of approaches to therapy; low-fee, short-term/long-term therapy, online/in-person therapy, and psychology assessments we can help! Our practitioners are trained in multiple modalities, including CBT, EMDR, trauma-informed, psychodynamic therapy, ADHD/ ASC assessments etc. Please note: not all of our therapists are registered with insurance providers.
020 3984 9116 View 020 3984 9116
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Karen Simpson
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West London, London W1W
There are times we may find ourselves with more questions than answers. There are the big questions, 'what is the meaning of life?' 'or Why am I here?' Perhaps you are stuck with '...and what now?'. When faced with life's difficulties, counselling helps to make meaning of and process painful life experiences. I have worked with children, young people & adults for over 12 years with Issues such as loss and grief, anxiety, depression, relationship & family breakdown, self-harm, abuse, poor self-esteem, trauma, spirituality, harmful sexual behaviour, and identity.
There are times we may find ourselves with more questions than answers. There are the big questions, 'what is the meaning of life?' 'or Why am I here?' Perhaps you are stuck with '...and what now?'. When faced with life's difficulties, counselling helps to make meaning of and process painful life experiences. I have worked with children, young people & adults for over 12 years with Issues such as loss and grief, anxiety, depression, relationship & family breakdown, self-harm, abuse, poor self-esteem, trauma, spirituality, harmful sexual behaviour, and identity.
020 7078 9410 View 020 7078 9410
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Andrea’s Therapy
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
West London, London W1T
I am extremely passionate about being a counsellor. I am a very down to earth, realistic person from a mixed back ground and I will adapt to the client needs and my degree and experience means I can work in most styles of counselling depending on your needs. I am happy to work with teenagers and children as I also have a lot of experience with children. I’m happy to have a chat with anyone interested in counselling to see if I’m the right counsellor for you free of charge.
I am extremely passionate about being a counsellor. I am a very down to earth, realistic person from a mixed back ground and I will adapt to the client needs and my degree and experience means I can work in most styles of counselling depending on your needs. I am happy to work with teenagers and children as I also have a lot of experience with children. I’m happy to have a chat with anyone interested in counselling to see if I’m the right counsellor for you free of charge.
020 3910 6849 View 020 3910 6849
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Dr Bina Sharma
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West London, London W1G
I have worked in mental health for over ten years with adults across the lifespan, children and families who have experienced a range of difficulties, in both community and inpatient settings. I completed my doctorate in clinical psychology at the University of Hertfordshire and currently work in a specialist NHS service for people with learning disabilities. I also have a special interest in working with people with psychosis and unusual experiences and much of my pre-training experience was in this area.
I have worked in mental health for over ten years with adults across the lifespan, children and families who have experienced a range of difficulties, in both community and inpatient settings. I completed my doctorate in clinical psychology at the University of Hertfordshire and currently work in a specialist NHS service for people with learning disabilities. I also have a special interest in working with people with psychosis and unusual experiences and much of my pre-training experience was in this area.
07481 363216 View 07481 363216
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Mandy Dadswell
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
West London, London W6
As a child, adolescent & adult Psychotherapist I offer a range of services to help individuals at different stages of life. My practice is dedicated to helping clients navigate their unique challenges & achieve emotional well-being. For children, I provide a safe & nurturing environment to explore feelings & behaviours addressing issues such as behavioural problems, social skills, trauma. With adolescents, I focus on identity development, self-esteem, managing academic & social pressures to help build resilience & navigate life's complexities. For adults I offer support in a variety of ways to combat various life stressors.
As a child, adolescent & adult Psychotherapist I offer a range of services to help individuals at different stages of life. My practice is dedicated to helping clients navigate their unique challenges & achieve emotional well-being. For children, I provide a safe & nurturing environment to explore feelings & behaviours addressing issues such as behavioural problems, social skills, trauma. With adolescents, I focus on identity development, self-esteem, managing academic & social pressures to help build resilience & navigate life's complexities. For adults I offer support in a variety of ways to combat various life stressors.
01423 449130 View 01423 449130
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Michaela Sheppard
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
West London, London W1G
I also specialize in working with children and adolescents.
I am an experienced integrative therapist currently working in Harley Street, Eastbourne, Hastings and Brighton. My practice is open to adults, adolescents and children. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or depression, yearning for a better relationship, or seeking more fulfillment in life, therapy can offer relief and hope. I have a passion for working with children and teenagers, relationship and attachment issues. My goal is to assist those who wish to learn a new way of relating whether it involves parenting,couples or individuals. I use a combination of techniques that are tailored to you in your process towards healing.
I also specialize in working with children and adolescents.
I am an experienced integrative therapist currently working in Harley Street, Eastbourne, Hastings and Brighton. My practice is open to adults, adolescents and children. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or depression, yearning for a better relationship, or seeking more fulfillment in life, therapy can offer relief and hope. I have a passion for working with children and teenagers, relationship and attachment issues. My goal is to assist those who wish to learn a new way of relating whether it involves parenting,couples or individuals. I use a combination of techniques that are tailored to you in your process towards healing.
01323 409758 View 01323 409758
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Amanda Rabin
Psychotherapist, ACP
Verified Verified
West London, London W1G
I have a wealth of experience and have worked within the NHS and in Private Practice. I offer therapeutic work within a clinic setting to infants, children, adolescents, young people, parents and couples. I supervise and offer consultation to other professionals.
I have a wealth of experience and have worked within the NHS and in Private Practice. I offer therapeutic work within a clinic setting to infants, children, adolescents, young people, parents and couples. I supervise and offer consultation to other professionals.
020 3962 2473 View 020 3962 2473
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Carys Gabrielle Cole
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
West London, London W14
I am a experienced, qualified Therapeutic Counsellor. I am able to work online and face 2 face. I have experience working with Children and Young people and men and women of all ages, backgrounds, cultures because of my work in a variety of sectors. I have worked within various counselling organisations and schools, offering individual therapy and support to those that need it most. Additionally, I also have experience as a Christian counsellor. Therefore I am comfortable talking about spiritual beliefs. I can help with a wide range of issues and conduct frequent reviews as the quality of the relationship is crucial to development
I am a experienced, qualified Therapeutic Counsellor. I am able to work online and face 2 face. I have experience working with Children and Young people and men and women of all ages, backgrounds, cultures because of my work in a variety of sectors. I have worked within various counselling organisations and schools, offering individual therapy and support to those that need it most. Additionally, I also have experience as a Christian counsellor. Therefore I am comfortable talking about spiritual beliefs. I can help with a wide range of issues and conduct frequent reviews as the quality of the relationship is crucial to development
020 8016 2952 View 020 8016 2952
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Dr Annette Eneberi
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
West London, London W4
I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, which means that I am trained at doctoral level to deliver a range of evidence based interventions. I have worked clinically for over 8 years, providing psychological support to children, young people and adults with a range of difficulties, within the NHS and other public sector settings.
I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, which means that I am trained at doctoral level to deliver a range of evidence based interventions. I have worked clinically for over 8 years, providing psychological support to children, young people and adults with a range of difficulties, within the NHS and other public sector settings.
01748 901797 View 01748 901797
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Kirsty Shaw CBT
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
West London, London W1J  (Online Only)
I have a special interest in OCD, & have experience providing therapy to children, teens & adults.
Are you or a loved one struggling with obsessional thoughts or compulsive behaviours? Perhaps you have been experiencing social anxiety or low mood which has led you to avoid certain activities, people, or places. Are you are now wanting to be able to find enjoyment and fulfilment in your life? If you are struggling with your mental health, I can help you to overcome these difficulties with regular online cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) sessions. Please feel free to check out my website www.kirstyshawcbt.com
I have a special interest in OCD, & have experience providing therapy to children, teens & adults.
Are you or a loved one struggling with obsessional thoughts or compulsive behaviours? Perhaps you have been experiencing social anxiety or low mood which has led you to avoid certain activities, people, or places. Are you are now wanting to be able to find enjoyment and fulfilment in your life? If you are struggling with your mental health, I can help you to overcome these difficulties with regular online cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) sessions. Please feel free to check out my website www.kirstyshawcbt.com
01642 668017 View 01642 668017
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Samantha Bottrill
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
West London, London W8
Dr Sam Bottrill spent almost a decade working at the world renowned Maudsley Hospital Child & Adolescent Eating Disorder Service supporting teenagers and their families through recovery from Anorexia and Bulimia. Sam has worked privately with clients since 2012, working with adolescents, adults and families with a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, stress, depression, eating disorders, and trauma. Sam also specialises in couples therapy.
Dr Sam Bottrill spent almost a decade working at the world renowned Maudsley Hospital Child & Adolescent Eating Disorder Service supporting teenagers and their families through recovery from Anorexia and Bulimia. Sam has worked privately with clients since 2012, working with adolescents, adults and families with a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, stress, depression, eating disorders, and trauma. Sam also specialises in couples therapy.
020 3870 4206 View 020 3870 4206
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Sarah Beaumont
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
West London, London W2
Do you or your child struggle with anxiety and/or depression? Have you ever experienced trauma and it’s had a lasting impact on you? Do you or your child find it hard to handle difficult thoughts and feelings? Do you or your child find it hard to get up in the morning or that you’re not finding pleasure in the things you once enjoyed? Do you find work stressful or you’re having difficulties navigating your relationships? If you answered yes to any of these questions then I can help. I can help you to handle those difficult thoughts and feelings. I can help you live a life that’s rich and meaningful working on goals set by you.
Do you or your child struggle with anxiety and/or depression? Have you ever experienced trauma and it’s had a lasting impact on you? Do you or your child find it hard to handle difficult thoughts and feelings? Do you or your child find it hard to get up in the morning or that you’re not finding pleasure in the things you once enjoyed? Do you find work stressful or you’re having difficulties navigating your relationships? If you answered yes to any of these questions then I can help. I can help you to handle those difficult thoughts and feelings. I can help you live a life that’s rich and meaningful working on goals set by you.
020 3917 4791 View 020 3917 4791
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Child Counsellors

Do I need to attend therapy with my child?

Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.

How long are sessions with child therapists?

Children’s therapy sessions can last 30 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes. The length of the session may depend on your child’s age and the type of therapy practiced. You can discuss this with therapists you consult and the one you ultimately move forward with.

How do I get a child to agree to seek therapy?

The best approach is to have an open-ended conversation with your child about how they’re doing and what they might be struggling with. When you raise therapy, discuss the concept in an age-appropriate way, for example explaining that a therapist’s job is to help kids handle their hard or uncomfortable feelings. Frame therapy positively, as an opportunity to explore and build emotional skills—it’s an important tool in the toolbox to help kids feel their best.

How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?

A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.