Child Counselling in Cambridge, ENG

Photo of Shira Barkan Tal, MA, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Shira Barkan Tal
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB2
I prioritize building trust with both parent and child to foster a secure relationship.
I work with infants, toddlers, children, adolescents, and their parents. My expertise lies in parent- child relationships, anxiety in early childhood and adolescence, ASD and trauma. I believe that both the parent and the child are integral to the therapeutic process. Sometimes the parent will be present in the therapy room, and at other times, the child and the parent will attend separately. The medium of therapy with the child depends on their age; for younger children, therapy involves play and play-based activities, gradually transitioning to a more conversational approach as they grow older.
I prioritize building trust with both parent and child to foster a secure relationship.
I work with infants, toddlers, children, adolescents, and their parents. My expertise lies in parent- child relationships, anxiety in early childhood and adolescence, ASD and trauma. I believe that both the parent and the child are integral to the therapeutic process. Sometimes the parent will be present in the therapy room, and at other times, the child and the parent will attend separately. The medium of therapy with the child depends on their age; for younger children, therapy involves play and play-based activities, gradually transitioning to a more conversational approach as they grow older.
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Claire Donna Gibson
Counsellor, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge CB23
I am a qualified Child and Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and a fully accredited member of the UKCP (UK Council for Psychotherapy).
I have worked with children from age 4-17 with a range of presenting issues including trauma, domestic violence, anxiety, self-harm, depression and school refusal. I have worked with neurodiverse young people with ADHD and ASC, as well as young people who are questioning their gender or sexual orientation. I also continue to practise in a special school setting with young people exhibiting challenging behaviours and significant emotional and mental health needs. The purpose of the therapeutic process is to support the young person to feel safe enough to explore the challenges they have faced in life either verbally or creatively.
I am a qualified Child and Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and a fully accredited member of the UKCP (UK Council for Psychotherapy).
I have worked with children from age 4-17 with a range of presenting issues including trauma, domestic violence, anxiety, self-harm, depression and school refusal. I have worked with neurodiverse young people with ADHD and ASC, as well as young people who are questioning their gender or sexual orientation. I also continue to practise in a special school setting with young people exhibiting challenging behaviours and significant emotional and mental health needs. The purpose of the therapeutic process is to support the young person to feel safe enough to explore the challenges they have faced in life either verbally or creatively.
01223 658733 View 01223 658733
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Pamela Parker
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB24
Since then I have worked full time with children, young people and families in NHS and Local Authority settings.
This service offers psychological assessment and therapy for children, young people and adults. We currently have availability to see adult clients only. People seek help for a range of reasons including anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, low self esteem or distress following traumatic events. A comprehensive assessment is always undertaken as a first step. This ensures clients have a good understanding of the process of therapy and can discuss in advance what approaches might be most useful for them. ​ I draw on a range of evidence based approaches including EMDR, CBT and systemic practice.
Since then I have worked full time with children, young people and families in NHS and Local Authority settings.
This service offers psychological assessment and therapy for children, young people and adults. We currently have availability to see adult clients only. People seek help for a range of reasons including anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, low self esteem or distress following traumatic events. A comprehensive assessment is always undertaken as a first step. This ensures clients have a good understanding of the process of therapy and can discuss in advance what approaches might be most useful for them. ​ I draw on a range of evidence based approaches including EMDR, CBT and systemic practice.
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Emma Fallon
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB24
I have over 20 years experience working in the NHS in both adult as well as children and adolescent mental health services. My specialism and passion is working with children and young people with a variety of emotional and mental health difficulties, including anxiety, depression and low mood, trichotillomania, lack of confidence and poor self esteem, eating issues, OCD and trauma. This includes both assessment and treatment.
I have over 20 years experience working in the NHS in both adult as well as children and adolescent mental health services. My specialism and passion is working with children and young people with a variety of emotional and mental health difficulties, including anxiety, depression and low mood, trichotillomania, lack of confidence and poor self esteem, eating issues, OCD and trauma. This includes both assessment and treatment.
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Embrace Centre for Counselling and Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB2
Whether it’s a child, young person, adult, or couple, I help to facilitate the work they want to sort through at their own pace even using the effective sand tray method, when talking becomes difficult.
I have been a counsellor/therapist for the last 18 years. I love my work and I offer a supportive, non-judgmental space so that we can work through difficult and sometimes traumatic experiences. My counselling style is varied as it is very much dependent on the individuals or couples needs and concerns. I have felt honoured to work with those who have been my clients. It is a privilege that I don’t take lightly. Meet with me for an introductory consultation and we can discover the best ways to help make the changes needed to help you on your journey.
Whether it’s a child, young person, adult, or couple, I help to facilitate the work they want to sort through at their own pace even using the effective sand tray method, when talking becomes difficult.
I have been a counsellor/therapist for the last 18 years. I love my work and I offer a supportive, non-judgmental space so that we can work through difficult and sometimes traumatic experiences. My counselling style is varied as it is very much dependent on the individuals or couples needs and concerns. I have felt honoured to work with those who have been my clients. It is a privilege that I don’t take lightly. Meet with me for an introductory consultation and we can discover the best ways to help make the changes needed to help you on your journey.
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Dr Emma Sinclair
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB1  (Online Only)
I provide support (currently virtual only) for a range of difficulties affecting the wellbeing and mental health of children and families, including: dealing with life changes (e.g. parental separation), low mood, anxiety, behavioural difficulties, panic attacks, emotionally-based school avoidance. I also provide support for perinatal issues (pre/post-natal anxiety, low mood, birth trauma) in addition to early years challenges (tantrums, sleep and bonding difficulties). I specialise in providing parent and family support. I strongly believe in the importance of intervening early before challenges have chance to develop further.
I provide support (currently virtual only) for a range of difficulties affecting the wellbeing and mental health of children and families, including: dealing with life changes (e.g. parental separation), low mood, anxiety, behavioural difficulties, panic attacks, emotionally-based school avoidance. I also provide support for perinatal issues (pre/post-natal anxiety, low mood, birth trauma) in addition to early years challenges (tantrums, sleep and bonding difficulties). I specialise in providing parent and family support. I strongly believe in the importance of intervening early before challenges have chance to develop further.
01438 904094 View 01438 904094
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Fiona Grace Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB1
I offer counselling for children, young people & adults.
It's not always easy to reach out and ask for support. We often feel that we can manage on our own or don't want to bother anyone with our thoughts and feelings. It can be hard to find a balance between work, relationships, family & other commitments to prioritise yourself. No matter what brings you to therapy the most important part is the relationship we will share. I aim to ensure you feel heard & give you a space to work through anything you want to bring to help you have a greater insight & self-awareness and I will walk alongside you on this journey. Counselling isn't a one size fits all package it's as individual as you are.
I offer counselling for children, young people & adults.
It's not always easy to reach out and ask for support. We often feel that we can manage on our own or don't want to bother anyone with our thoughts and feelings. It can be hard to find a balance between work, relationships, family & other commitments to prioritise yourself. No matter what brings you to therapy the most important part is the relationship we will share. I aim to ensure you feel heard & give you a space to work through anything you want to bring to help you have a greater insight & self-awareness and I will walk alongside you on this journey. Counselling isn't a one size fits all package it's as individual as you are.
01243 979820 View 01243 979820
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Clare Faulkner
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB3
Waitlist for new clients
Working with adults, children and young people since 2001 and with experience of working in several large organisations across health, education and criminal justice.
Offering a safe and secure private studio space and also online and telephone sessions where you can explore thoughts and feelings not only through the medium of art and creativity, but also through spoken communication in an non judgemental and welcoming environment. My experience and expertise can help to facilitate your journey, however long or short, to understanding, making sense and acceptance of the issues that may be presenting to you. I aim to provide and facilitate a healing and creative space to bring about change and understanding.
Working with adults, children and young people since 2001 and with experience of working in several large organisations across health, education and criminal justice.
Offering a safe and secure private studio space and also online and telephone sessions where you can explore thoughts and feelings not only through the medium of art and creativity, but also through spoken communication in an non judgemental and welcoming environment. My experience and expertise can help to facilitate your journey, however long or short, to understanding, making sense and acceptance of the issues that may be presenting to you. I aim to provide and facilitate a healing and creative space to bring about change and understanding.
01767 668783 View 01767 668783
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Jacquie Chandler
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge CB1
I have been working for over 14 years with extensive experience working with Child and Adolescent and Adult Mental Health Services.
Entering therapy can be anxiety provoking in itself thus I believe a positive therapeutic relationship is essential in ensuring clients feel comfortable to talk about whats happening for them. I have a calm, non-judgemental approach, working at the clients pace.
I have been working for over 14 years with extensive experience working with Child and Adolescent and Adult Mental Health Services.
Entering therapy can be anxiety provoking in itself thus I believe a positive therapeutic relationship is essential in ensuring clients feel comfortable to talk about whats happening for them. I have a calm, non-judgemental approach, working at the clients pace.
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Kostis Tsoumpris
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB1
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience in working with children and adults with moderate to severe mental health difficulties, including co morbid difficulties such as neurodevelopmental disorders and learning disabilities.
When you contact me initially I will walk you through some of the options and if we decide to work together I will meet you (or you and your family/significant people in your life) ‘where you are’ in life. We may decide to focus on getting a better understanding of the ways that your early experiences have influenced the ways you perceive the world and relate to people around you. We may focus purely on the present and your goals for the future. Based on your circumstances we may decide to do some time limited or long term therapy.
I have experience in working with children and adults with moderate to severe mental health difficulties, including co morbid difficulties such as neurodevelopmental disorders and learning disabilities.
When you contact me initially I will walk you through some of the options and if we decide to work together I will meet you (or you and your family/significant people in your life) ‘where you are’ in life. We may decide to focus on getting a better understanding of the ways that your early experiences have influenced the ways you perceive the world and relate to people around you. We may focus purely on the present and your goals for the future. Based on your circumstances we may decide to do some time limited or long term therapy.
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Lucy Lewis
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB1
In many cases it can also be helpful to arrange to meet with the child's teachers.
I have a particular interest in working with children and young people experiencing mild to moderate anxiety or low mood. This might be making school life challenging, or it might be affecting life at home or within friendships. I use approaches from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy which has a strong evidence base for treating anxiety in children and adolescents. Depending on the child's age I would either work directly with the child, or with the parents/carers.
In many cases it can also be helpful to arrange to meet with the child's teachers.
I have a particular interest in working with children and young people experiencing mild to moderate anxiety or low mood. This might be making school life challenging, or it might be affecting life at home or within friendships. I use approaches from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy which has a strong evidence base for treating anxiety in children and adolescents. Depending on the child's age I would either work directly with the child, or with the parents/carers.
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Andrea Barlow
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB22
I am a Child and Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counsellor with 11 years experience, seven running a secondary school counselling service. An integrative therapist, I commit to empathy and acceptance, consider the impact of past events on current behaviour, the significance of attachment patterns, and cognitive and behavioural patterns contributing to anxiety and low mood. I offer talk, play and sandtray therapy utilising creative resources, supporting children and young people to explore their challenges in pursuit of improved mental health. Special interests include ASD and ADHD. Working systemically, I also support parents.
I am a Child and Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counsellor with 11 years experience, seven running a secondary school counselling service. An integrative therapist, I commit to empathy and acceptance, consider the impact of past events on current behaviour, the significance of attachment patterns, and cognitive and behavioural patterns contributing to anxiety and low mood. I offer talk, play and sandtray therapy utilising creative resources, supporting children and young people to explore their challenges in pursuit of improved mental health. Special interests include ASD and ADHD. Working systemically, I also support parents.
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Photo of Holly Hewerdine, MUKCP, Counsellor
Holly Hewerdine
Counsellor, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB1
Throughout my therapy sessions I encourage my clients to use a variety of art materials such as sand tray, paints and clay as a way for young people to express themselves. I believe these materials can be incredibly helpful in enabling a young person to express feelings. I believe that this can support a child to articulate what they may be struggling to verbalise.
Throughout my therapy sessions I encourage my clients to use a variety of art materials such as sand tray, paints and clay as a way for young people to express themselves. I believe these materials can be incredibly helpful in enabling a young person to express feelings. I believe that this can support a child to articulate what they may be struggling to verbalise.
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Josie Webster
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB4
I understand that everyone's story is different, and it's okay to need some help telling it. I am an MA-trained Psychotherapist, specialising in supporting children and adolescents to thrive. I know that starting therapy can feel scary, so making sure you feel safe and comfortable is my biggest priority. I am particularly experienced and confident working with neurodivergent young people, who might have been consistently failed by the system and sadly experienced trauma along the way. I can offer a warm listening ear, gentle yet effective psychotherapy interventions, as well as a big dose of playfulness along the way!
I understand that everyone's story is different, and it's okay to need some help telling it. I am an MA-trained Psychotherapist, specialising in supporting children and adolescents to thrive. I know that starting therapy can feel scary, so making sure you feel safe and comfortable is my biggest priority. I am particularly experienced and confident working with neurodivergent young people, who might have been consistently failed by the system and sadly experienced trauma along the way. I can offer a warm listening ear, gentle yet effective psychotherapy interventions, as well as a big dose of playfulness along the way!
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Ambreen Rehman
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB3
I have worked with children, young people, and adults in various settings.
Sometimes it is difficult for us to understand and cope and the circumstances surrounding us do not allow us to explore . Sharing thoughts and feelings has been one of the most refreshing, relaxing techniques. A lot can be achieved if it is done in the company of a trustworthy, experienced, trained professional, who is willing to be a part of your world. You will be bringing and sharing yourself with me. I will listen, understand and walk along with you on your journey of finding your way through the paths you find difficult to walk on. I will help you build a comfortable environment for yourself, without being judgemental .
I have worked with children, young people, and adults in various settings.
Sometimes it is difficult for us to understand and cope and the circumstances surrounding us do not allow us to explore . Sharing thoughts and feelings has been one of the most refreshing, relaxing techniques. A lot can be achieved if it is done in the company of a trustworthy, experienced, trained professional, who is willing to be a part of your world. You will be bringing and sharing yourself with me. I will listen, understand and walk along with you on your journey of finding your way through the paths you find difficult to walk on. I will help you build a comfortable environment for yourself, without being judgemental .
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Cheryl Warren
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB1
I qualified as an Art Psychotherapist in 2009 and since then have worked in the community delivering art therapy in schools, eating disorder units, palliative care and in the Young Adult Service. For the last 5 years I have mainly worked with children and young people as well as their families and run a private practice alongside. My training was essentially psychodynamic but since qualifying I have completed further training covering family systems, narcissistic and domestic abuse, addictions, codependency, and play therapy.
I qualified as an Art Psychotherapist in 2009 and since then have worked in the community delivering art therapy in schools, eating disorder units, palliative care and in the Young Adult Service. For the last 5 years I have mainly worked with children and young people as well as their families and run a private practice alongside. My training was essentially psychodynamic but since qualifying I have completed further training covering family systems, narcissistic and domestic abuse, addictions, codependency, and play therapy.
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Nora Woofenden
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB3  (Online Only)
I work with adults, children, and families—I particularly enjoy working with teenagers.
Therapy is an investment in your current and future wellbeing. I join my clients in identifying the source of their concerns, and developing positive change. Whether you're struggling with chronic mental health stemming from trauma, or wanting to figure out why life has felt so hard lately, I am ready to listen with care and non-judgement. I have navigated a wide variety of needs with people who've never experienced therapy before, people who've seem to have tried everything, and people somewhere in between. Wherever you are, and wherever you'd like to go, we'll find the way forward.
I work with adults, children, and families—I particularly enjoy working with teenagers.
Therapy is an investment in your current and future wellbeing. I join my clients in identifying the source of their concerns, and developing positive change. Whether you're struggling with chronic mental health stemming from trauma, or wanting to figure out why life has felt so hard lately, I am ready to listen with care and non-judgement. I have navigated a wide variety of needs with people who've never experienced therapy before, people who've seem to have tried everything, and people somewhere in between. Wherever you are, and wherever you'd like to go, we'll find the way forward.
01954 770985 View 01954 770985
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Julie Mark
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB4
Children, Teens, Young adults (previously worked for C33, Cambridge), Adults (of any age) - All Welcome!.
Hello and welcome. Asking for help can be so very difficult, and at a time when you may be feeling at your most vulnerable. As a mature, accredited and insured therapist I endeavour to put you at ease and work with you to best suit your needs. I work as a Person-Centred therapist, very passionate about the potential of every individual that I encounter. The time spent in therapy is your time, a space just for you. Qualified for over 8 years, I have worked with adults, young adults, teens and children in a variety of settings. I am currently working in person and on line, with home visits possible under certain circumstances.
Children, Teens, Young adults (previously worked for C33, Cambridge), Adults (of any age) - All Welcome!.
Hello and welcome. Asking for help can be so very difficult, and at a time when you may be feeling at your most vulnerable. As a mature, accredited and insured therapist I endeavour to put you at ease and work with you to best suit your needs. I work as a Person-Centred therapist, very passionate about the potential of every individual that I encounter. The time spent in therapy is your time, a space just for you. Qualified for over 8 years, I have worked with adults, young adults, teens and children in a variety of settings. I am currently working in person and on line, with home visits possible under certain circumstances.
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Cambridgeshire-NorthamptonshireCBT
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge CB2
I offer treatment for a number of mental health difficulties, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, both adults and children.
I am a caring, calm and passionate EMDR and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist who is a fully accredited member of the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Registered Mental Health Nurse. I can provide evidence-based psychological therapy to adults, children and adolescents. I am enhanced DBS checked and registered with the Information Commissioner's Office, in order to maintain data confidentiality .
I offer treatment for a number of mental health difficulties, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, both adults and children.
I am a caring, calm and passionate EMDR and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist who is a fully accredited member of the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Registered Mental Health Nurse. I can provide evidence-based psychological therapy to adults, children and adolescents. I am enhanced DBS checked and registered with the Information Commissioner's Office, in order to maintain data confidentiality .
01223 679721 View 01223 679721
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Dr Tej .
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB2
Dr Tej is Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 25 years clinical experience across Infant, Child and Adult mental health services. In her clinical practice with adults, her expertise is in helping identify and work through intergenerational cycles of trauma – or trauma with a small ‘t’, such as complex developmental trauma/family trauma/narcissistic abuse, scapegoating, chronic shame, feeling stuck not knowing how to break relational patterns. Clients she has worked with report these difficulties in the context of bullying at work, couple /marital/relationship difficulties and attachment/parenting and birth trauma/difficulties.
Dr Tej is Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 25 years clinical experience across Infant, Child and Adult mental health services. In her clinical practice with adults, her expertise is in helping identify and work through intergenerational cycles of trauma – or trauma with a small ‘t’, such as complex developmental trauma/family trauma/narcissistic abuse, scapegoating, chronic shame, feeling stuck not knowing how to break relational patterns. Clients she has worked with report these difficulties in the context of bullying at work, couple /marital/relationship difficulties and attachment/parenting and birth trauma/difficulties.
07498 181925 View 07498 181925
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Child Counsellors
Child psychologists in Cambridge, ENG provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.

Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.

The best child therapists in Cambridge build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.