Counsellors & Therapists
How I work
I am a fully qualified Integrative Children's Therapist and registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. I provide one-to-one and group counselling for children and adolescents from my fully equipped therapy room. Additionally, I provide counselling services and workshops to primary schools across Northern Ireland.
I work in a child-centred way, using play, storytelling, creative work and talk, to help children express their thoughts and feelings in a way that is comfortable and natural for them.
My Integrative training means that I draw on a number of theories and traditions of therapeutic work; including Psychodynamic theory, Attachment theory, therapy with play and Person-Centred approaches. I believe that every child is unique and value them as individuals with their own mind, views and way of seeing the world.
As an Integrative therapist, I work in a way that is responsive to each child and their own needs, rather than using a single approach for all.
The trusting and non-judgmental relationship between child and therapist allows the child to have the freedom to be themselves and express their inner struggles and joys. This can facilitate the resolution of their pain, create hope for the future and unlock the potential for self-growth, resilience and self-healing.
Who I Work With
Throughout my career I have worked with children, young people and families across a range of settings including community, private practice, special/primary schools, family centers and college counselling services.
Additionally, I have extensive experience working with children & young people on the autistic spectrum having worked with, managed & developed innovative services for individuals and groups on the spectrum since 2013.
Qualifications
BACP Accreditation 2010
Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling
L5 Diploma in Children & Young People Counselling
Postgraduate Diploma in Trauma Studies
Fee
£40 per session