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I specialise in work with primary-aged children( 4–11) with continuation into secondary school where appropriate.  

 I offer a safe creative space where children can explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace. Using an integrative approach combining play, creativity and talk therapy I help children understand emotions, build confidence and develop healthy ways of coping. Many of the children I support have an ADHD or Autism diagnosis or are waiting for an assessment.

I am a trauma-informed child counsellor supporting children aged 4-11 years. With seventeen years’ of experience as a primary school teacher and more than six as a child counsellor, I bring a deep understanding of child development, behaviour, and the school environment into my therapeutic work.

Using an integrative approach that combines play, creative work, and talking therapy, I provide a safe and supportive space where children can understand and express their emotions, develop emotional regulation, build confidence and strengthen resilience.

Over the past six years, I have worked with many children, alongside their families or school staff to provide support for a wide range of emotional, social and behavioural needs.

How I work with children

Every child is unique, so sessions are tailored to their individual emotional, social, and behavioural needs. l use an integrative approach, which may include: play therapy techniques, creative and art-based expression and talking therapy.

Sessions are confidential on a one-to-one basis between your child and myself.  However, you will be involved in the therapeutic process through regular review meetings, every six sessions, to discuss your child’s progress.

To begin, I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation, giving you the opportunity to share what’s been happening for your child, ask any questions and find out more about how I work.

Following this, we can then book a 50 minute parent consultation to discuss your child's needs further and the best way forward.