Children and Young People Counselling and Psychotherapy
At Your Space Counselling and Psychotherapy, I provide a calming, safe, and non-judgmental space where children and young people can feel supported. Together, we will build trust and a strong therapeutic relationship, allowing them to express their worries, thoughts, and feelings freely.
Sessions are available both face-to-face in Bristol or online. For more information on counselling, including details on fees, please refer to the 'About Counselling' section.
I am committed to adapting my approach to meet the individual needs of each client, regardless of age. I offer flexibility in my methods, including incorporating creative strategies when appropriate to make the counselling experience more engaging and effective.
Working with children and young people comes naturally to me, and I am particularly passionate about helping them feel heard, supported, and empowered to navigate difficult feelings, thoughts, and challenges.
With over 10 years of extensive training and experience, I have worked with children and young people of all ages and backgrounds, supporting them in a variety of settings and roles. This breadth of experience has deepened my understanding and ability to meet their unique needs.
Common Issues Children & Young People Seek Counselling For and I Work With*...
- All forms of anxiety (including panic attacks)
- Low mood and depression (lacking motivation, sadness, guilt, hopelessness)
- Self harm and suicidal thoughts
- Relationship problems (family, parents, friends, partners)
- Stress (including school and exam)
- Loss/ bereavement
- Transitions
- Navigating a neurotypical world
- Bullying
- Trauma/ ACE's
- Low self confidence/ self esteem
- Mental Health
- Gender or sexuality questioning
- Eating Difficulties
- School anxiety and emotionally based school avoidance
- Body image
- Anger
- Pressures/expectations
- Manage and cope with intense feelings
*This list is not exclusive and just a few of the many issues that i work with and have been presented with.
Please do enquire so we can discuss together what it is you would like to explore in counselling and how we might be able to work together.
Creative Tools:
Examples of 'creative' tools that I sometimes use in the counselling space when appropriate and if a client agrees to working in this way:
Why creative tools?
Not everyone feels comfortable talking one-on-one during counselling, and that's completely okay. Creative tools can help ease any pressure and provide a different way to express thoughts and feelings. For some, being visual or creative comes naturally, making these tools a valuable option.
Fifty minutes can feel like a long time to sit, especially for children and young people, and incorporating creative methods can make the session more engaging. Flexibility is key, and I always adapt my approach to meet the unique needs of each client.
Using creative tools can be fun and therapeutic, making it easier to explore emotions and express what's on the mind. In fact, everyone—regardless of age—can benefit from this approach to self-expression.
