My Approach
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Therapy that puts your child at the heart of everything
Every child and young person is different. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to mental health, which is why I believe therapy should be shaped around the individual, their experiences and what matters most to them.
At The Therapy Corner, my aim is to create a safe, welcoming and non-judgemental space where children and young people feel heard, understood and supported. I work at their pace, helping them make sense of their feelings, develop helpful coping strategies and build confidence in themselves.
With over 20 years of experience working with children and young people, alongside my role within CAMHS, I understand that reaching out for support can feel daunting for both young people and their families. My approach is compassionate, practical and grounded in evidence-based psychological therapies.
How I work
Understanding your child as an individual
Before deciding on an approach, I want to understand your child’s experiences, strengths, difficulties and goals. I recognise that behaviour is often a way of communicating distress, and I aim to understand what may be happening beneath the surface.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
CBT helps children and teenagers understand the connections between their thoughts, feelings, physical sensations and behaviours. Together, we explore patterns that may be keeping difficulties going and develop practical strategies to help them feel more in control.
EMDR therapy
EMDR can help children and young people process distressing or traumatic experiences that continue to affect how they feel in the present. I have completed specialist EMDR training for working with children and young people, and sessions are adapted to their developmental needs and readiness.
Developing emotional skills
Where appropriate, I incorporate practical skills to help young people recognise emotions, manage overwhelming feelings, tolerate distress and improve relationships. This may include strategies drawn from DBT and other evidence-based approaches.
Working alongside families
Parents and carers can play an important role in supporting progress. Where appropriate and with consideration of the young person’s age, wishes, confidentiality and safety, I work collaboratively with families to help them understand their child’s difficulties and reinforce helpful strategies at home.
What you can expect
Therapy is a collaborative process. We will agree goals together, review progress and adapt the approach as needs change. I aim to help children and young people build skills they can continue to use beyond therapy.
I will always work within my professional competence and consider whether my service is the right fit for the difficulties presented. If another form of support is more appropriate, I will aim to help you understand the options available.
Taking the first step
Asking for help can feel like a big step, but you do not have to have everything figured out before getting in touch.
If you would like to explore whether The Therapy Corner could support your child or teenager, please use the contact form to get in touch.
A safe space to be heard. Practical tools for moving forward. Support tailored to your child.
