Child Therapy
Supporting children through big feelings, changes, and challenges
Childhood can be full of emotions, experiences, and situations that feel confusing or overwhelming. Children often struggle to put words on what they feel – instead, it shows up through behaviour, worries, withdrawal, or big reactions. Child therapy offers a gentle, creative, age-appropriate space where children can express themselves, feel understood, and develop emotional tools that help them cope and grow.
What Therapy Can Help With
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Big feelings – anger, sadness, frustration, overwhelm
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Anxiety or worries – separation anxiety, school worries, bedtime fears
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Behaviour changes – outbursts, withdrawal, clinginess
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Friendship difficulties – conflict, exclusion, social challenges
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School stress – learning pressure, transitions, overwhelm
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Family changes – separation, loss, new siblings, moves
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Grief or difficult experiences – bereavement, trauma, emotional upheaval
Sessions Explained
Sessions are calm, predictable, and child-centred.
Through play, drawing, storytelling, and creative expression, children are encouraged to:
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Explore freely
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Express emotions safely
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Try out new coping tools
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Build confidence and self-understanding
The aim is to help them feel secure, understood, and better able to manage challenges in daily life.
How Therapy Helps
Parents often notice changes such as:
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Improved emotional regulation
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Fewer outbursts or shutdowns
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Better communication
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Increased confidence
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More settled behaviour
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Reduced anxiety or worries
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Stronger coping skills
Therapy gives children a space where hopefully things start to make sense.
For Parents
You play an important role in your child’s therapeutic journey. I work collaboratively with parents through:
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Check-ins
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Shared insights
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Guidance on supporting your child at home