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I currently have availability for children and young people aged 3–18 in my private practice.

I work Monday to Friday, with morning, daytime and after-school sessions available.

If you're looking for support for your child or teenager, or would like some reflective parenting support, please get in touch via phone, WhatsApp or email.

I offer a free initial phone consultation where we can talk through what has been happening, you can ask any questions you may have and I can explain how I work.

From there, we can arrange a time to meet in person and talk in greater depth about what your child is experiencing and what support might be most helpful.

I'm an Integrative Arts Therapist and have been working professionally with children and young people for over 17 years.

Over the years I have worked across special-needs provisions, pupil referral units, mainstream primary schools, secondary schools and private schools, which has given me a wealth of experience supporting children and young people with a wide range of needs and experiences.

Children don't always have the words to explain what is happening. Sometimes their behaviour, emotions, play or creativity can tell us much more about what is going on in their inner world.

My work adapts to your child rather than your child having to adapt to me. I use art, play, creativity and talking to help your child better understand themselves and their experiences. I know that every child is different, and sometimes supporting a child requires some out-of-the-box thinking and finding an approach that works for them.

I work with children and young people experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, emotional regulation difficulties, school difficulties, anger, friendship difficulties and changes within their family, including separation, divorce and bereavement. I also have extensive experience supporting children with ADHD, autism and other neurodivergent needs.

I believe therapy is part of a bigger picture of support around a child. Where appropriate, I work alongside parents, schools and other professionals involved in your child's life. This might include reflective parenting sessions, speaking with school, attending meetings or providing reports. This helps everyone involved to better understand your child's needs, work from the same page and work together in your child's best interests.

I work with children and teenagers who may be struggling with their emotions, behaviour, school, friendships, anxiety or things happening within their family, whether that relates to the past, present or future.

Sometimes it is very clear what a child is struggling with. Other times parents simply notice that their child has changed, is behaving differently or doesn't seem themselves. Sometimes the cause is obvious, and other times it can be difficult to understand what is behind it or what you can do to help.

Some children find it easy to talk about their feelings, while others find it much easier to communicate through drawing, art, play, sandtray, storytelling or other creative approaches. I use these approaches and many more alongside talking to give children different ways to express themselves, build their emotional language and explore what they are experiencing, including processing past or ongoing events. My work helps children develop a better understanding of themselves, build resilience and move from a difficult or stuck place towards a place of growth.

I work with children and young people experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, emotional regulation difficulties, anger, school difficulties and school refusal, friendship difficulties and changes within their family. I also have extensive experience supporting children with ADHD, autism and other neurodivergent needs.

I don't believe there is a one-size-fits-all approach to working with children. Sometimes supporting a child requires looking at things differently and thinking outside the box. My work adapts to your child, their individual needs and what works for them and your family.

Our first session is an initial parent/carer meeting. We will run through a full chronology, from birth through to where you are now. This is an opportunity for you to see the room, ask questions and talk about what has been happening.

You don't need to have all the answers and no preparation is needed. This initial session is catered to your needs and will be guided by me so that I can build a full picture of your child, their experiences and what they may need support with.

We will then organise a day and time for your child's sessions, which will become their regular weekly session.

Your child will come into the first session with you for the first 10 minutes, where appropriate. I will introduce myself, and we will talk about confidentiality, safety within the room and what they can use the space for. Depending on what we discuss during our initial meeting, we will decide whether you leave or remain in the room.

For some children, the initial sessions are about building trust and creating a sense of safety before they are ready to explore difficult feelings. For others, there can be an immediate opening to talk about or let out what they have been struggling with.

Children can freely explore the room, which has a comfortable sofa, chairs, figures, puppets, games, toys and a sandtray, to name just a few things. These can become important tools for children to express themselves, explore their experiences and begin to make sense of what they are feeling.