Child Counselling in North London, London

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Tricia Di Pino
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
Verified Verified
North London, London N14
I have an in-depth understanding of Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service(CAMHS).
I am a child and family psychodynamic psychotherapist, with over 20 years’ experience working with parents and children. I undertake short and long-term psychotherapy, parenting guidance, communication work and assessments. I cover a range of emotional and psychological difficulties with expertise including: General anxiety, Separation anxiety, Family Difficulties/issues, Parental separation, Sadness, Stress and worry, Low self-esteem, Bereavement and loss, Anger and behavioural difficulties, Sleep Feeding Attachment difficulties, Depression and low mood, Trauma, Abuse, Difficulties at school – including bullying
I have an in-depth understanding of Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service(CAMHS).
I am a child and family psychodynamic psychotherapist, with over 20 years’ experience working with parents and children. I undertake short and long-term psychotherapy, parenting guidance, communication work and assessments. I cover a range of emotional and psychological difficulties with expertise including: General anxiety, Separation anxiety, Family Difficulties/issues, Parental separation, Sadness, Stress and worry, Low self-esteem, Bereavement and loss, Anger and behavioural difficulties, Sleep Feeding Attachment difficulties, Depression and low mood, Trauma, Abuse, Difficulties at school – including bullying
020 4538 9082 View 020 4538 9082
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Daniel Smyth
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
North London, London N3
I work with both adolescents and children in a therapeutic context and offer consultancy on institutional dynamics alongside senior leadership teams in inner-city secondary schools.
I am a psychodynamic therapist based in inner London. My focus is on behaviour and the catalysts behind it.My objective is to make thinking and thinking about the self, more accessible to all and to remove what may be perceived to be the difficulty to this. One of the simplest ways I do this is by how I present, smart and professional but no formal attire. Presentation, alongside communication are key catalysts in creating a space in which young people feel safe to access and begin their journey towards positive internal and external progression.
I work with both adolescents and children in a therapeutic context and offer consultancy on institutional dynamics alongside senior leadership teams in inner-city secondary schools.
I am a psychodynamic therapist based in inner London. My focus is on behaviour and the catalysts behind it.My objective is to make thinking and thinking about the self, more accessible to all and to remove what may be perceived to be the difficulty to this. One of the simplest ways I do this is by how I present, smart and professional but no formal attire. Presentation, alongside communication are key catalysts in creating a space in which young people feel safe to access and begin their journey towards positive internal and external progression.
020 4538 0346 View 020 4538 0346
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Sara Bentwood
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
North London, London N20
I therefore provide a warm, friendly and safe space where children, adolescents, their families and adults can talk openly and honestly and without fear of judgment.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years NHS experience providing highly specialist psychological assessment, formulation and interventions to both children and adolescents, other family members including siblings and parents/carers, as well as adults. I have a great deal of experience working with psychological difficulties such as anxiety including OCD, panic attacks, phobias and social anxiety; depression, low self-esteem and poor body image; behaviour difficulties, anger management, school issues such as bullying and family difficulties as well as difficulties with feeding and sleep.
I therefore provide a warm, friendly and safe space where children, adolescents, their families and adults can talk openly and honestly and without fear of judgment.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years NHS experience providing highly specialist psychological assessment, formulation and interventions to both children and adolescents, other family members including siblings and parents/carers, as well as adults. I have a great deal of experience working with psychological difficulties such as anxiety including OCD, panic attacks, phobias and social anxiety; depression, low self-esteem and poor body image; behaviour difficulties, anger management, school issues such as bullying and family difficulties as well as difficulties with feeding and sleep.
020 4538 0224 View 020 4538 0224
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Dr Danielle Baillieu
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
North London, London N3
I have extensive experience working with children over a 16 year period.
While I work mainly in an existential and phenomenological way I also use a range of techniques, including CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness, FLASH and Brainspotting. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for adults, children, couples and families where we can work on understanding the situation you are in and how to make changes in your life. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression or coping with bereavement, therapy will be tailor-made for your situation. I work with neurotypical and neurodiverse clients struggling with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, self-harm or bullying.
I have extensive experience working with children over a 16 year period.
While I work mainly in an existential and phenomenological way I also use a range of techniques, including CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness, FLASH and Brainspotting. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for adults, children, couples and families where we can work on understanding the situation you are in and how to make changes in your life. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression or coping with bereavement, therapy will be tailor-made for your situation. I work with neurotypical and neurodiverse clients struggling with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, self-harm or bullying.
07903 936379 View 07903 936379
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Little Bee Clinic
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
North London, London N2
We are young, vibrant and full of energy, which makes us perfectly suited to working with children, young people and families.
Offering a fresh approach to psychological therapy from the young and vibrant Little Bee Clinic. We are here to support children, young people and families. Who are you? We are are a group of colleagues who aim to offer a modern approach to psychological therapy. We have all been trained as Clinical Psychologists, which means we have lots of experience working with children, young people and families.
We are young, vibrant and full of energy, which makes us perfectly suited to working with children, young people and families.
Offering a fresh approach to psychological therapy from the young and vibrant Little Bee Clinic. We are here to support children, young people and families. Who are you? We are are a group of colleagues who aim to offer a modern approach to psychological therapy. We have all been trained as Clinical Psychologists, which means we have lots of experience working with children, young people and families.
020 3974 1825 View 020 3974 1825
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Helen English
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
North London, London N7
Parenting is tough and I am here to talk through the challenges with you as well as working with your child to find ways through difficult times together.
I am a qualified children's counsellor with over 10 years experience working with children and young people in schools. I aim to be a consistent and reliable presence in times of trouble and confusion, providing each child with a space where they can build trust and share their story with me. I use play and creative materials to help children feel at ease and to encourage them to explore and make sense of their experiences in a contained and safe environment.
Parenting is tough and I am here to talk through the challenges with you as well as working with your child to find ways through difficult times together.
I am a qualified children's counsellor with over 10 years experience working with children and young people in schools. I aim to be a consistent and reliable presence in times of trouble and confusion, providing each child with a space where they can build trust and share their story with me. I use play and creative materials to help children feel at ease and to encourage them to explore and make sense of their experiences in a contained and safe environment.
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Lital Serby (Bejerano)
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
North London, London N3
I am an integrative counsellor/psychotherapist specialise in counselling children, adolescent and parents. I help children of all ages cope with their emotional distress through the use of play, art, creative therapy, mindfulness and CBT therapeutic techniques. I also offer guidance to parents and provide them with the necessary knowledge and tools needed to improve their relationship with their children and deal with their possible changes. My aim is to provide a sensitive and confidential space for you to be open and explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours so you can develop a better understanding of yourself and others.
I am an integrative counsellor/psychotherapist specialise in counselling children, adolescent and parents. I help children of all ages cope with their emotional distress through the use of play, art, creative therapy, mindfulness and CBT therapeutic techniques. I also offer guidance to parents and provide them with the necessary knowledge and tools needed to improve their relationship with their children and deal with their possible changes. My aim is to provide a sensitive and confidential space for you to be open and explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours so you can develop a better understanding of yourself and others.
020 4538 5292 View 020 4538 5292
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Dr Bina Sharma
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North London, London N2
I have worked in mental health for over ten years with adults across the lifespan, children and families who have experienced a range of difficulties, in both community and inpatient settings. I completed my doctorate in clinical psychology at the University of Hertfordshire and currently work in a specialist NHS service for people with learning disabilities. I also have a special interest in working with people with psychosis and unusual experiences and much of my pre-training experience was in this area.
I have worked in mental health for over ten years with adults across the lifespan, children and families who have experienced a range of difficulties, in both community and inpatient settings. I completed my doctorate in clinical psychology at the University of Hertfordshire and currently work in a specialist NHS service for people with learning disabilities. I also have a special interest in working with people with psychosis and unusual experiences and much of my pre-training experience was in this area.
07481 363216 View 07481 363216
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Gail Sinitsky
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
North London, London N3
I am very passionate about working in partnership with children and their families and I welcome you to contact me to find out more about how I work and to arrange an initial consultation.
I am an experienced and skilled counselling psychologist, passionate about supporting children and young people who are navigating life's challenges, whether it is low self-esteem, trauma, anxiety or other difficulties.
I am very passionate about working in partnership with children and their families and I welcome you to contact me to find out more about how I work and to arrange an initial consultation.
I am an experienced and skilled counselling psychologist, passionate about supporting children and young people who are navigating life's challenges, whether it is low self-esteem, trauma, anxiety or other difficulties.
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The Eating Disorder Psychologist
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, AFBPSsS
Verified Verified
North London, London N1
Recovery from an eating disorder is hard work. Working through daily challenges takes courage, strength and persistence. We are a team of eating disorder specialists consisting of psychologists, psychotherapists, dietitians, recovery workers and body movement therapists who provide holistic evidence-based treatment for children, adolescents, adults and families. We employ a virtual treatment platform that enables our partnerships to grow and work together effortlessly. Through the use of technology, we are able to implement solutions to help clients access specialist treatment and support at any locality.
Recovery from an eating disorder is hard work. Working through daily challenges takes courage, strength and persistence. We are a team of eating disorder specialists consisting of psychologists, psychotherapists, dietitians, recovery workers and body movement therapists who provide holistic evidence-based treatment for children, adolescents, adults and families. We employ a virtual treatment platform that enables our partnerships to grow and work together effortlessly. Through the use of technology, we are able to implement solutions to help clients access specialist treatment and support at any locality.
020 4538 5627 View 020 4538 5627
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Adele Braun
Psychotherapist, ACP
Verified Verified
North London, London N8  (Online Only)
I have an MPsychpsych (6-year postgraduate training) and I am registered with the Association of Child Psychotherapists (ACP), for work with children and young people up to the age of 25, as well as parents, carers and professionals. I have 20 years of experience working with children and families, including clinical and leadership positions within the NHS and in many mainstream and specialist schools. Most recently, running a specialist CAMHS service within the NHS in West London and as a Visiting Lecturer on Postgraduate mental health courses at the Tavistock & Portman.
I have an MPsychpsych (6-year postgraduate training) and I am registered with the Association of Child Psychotherapists (ACP), for work with children and young people up to the age of 25, as well as parents, carers and professionals. I have 20 years of experience working with children and families, including clinical and leadership positions within the NHS and in many mainstream and specialist schools. Most recently, running a specialist CAMHS service within the NHS in West London and as a Visiting Lecturer on Postgraduate mental health courses at the Tavistock & Portman.
01992 927835 View 01992 927835
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Approach Counselling & Coaching
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
North London, London N17
After completion of my MA in Transpersonal /Integrative Child, Adolescents and Family Therapy in 2018, I now also take on children and adolescents, using play and art therapy as well as sand tray therapy to help to resolve trauma, stress, anxiety, depression and self harm.
My main approach is to encourage you to explore your feelings and take responsibility for your thoughts and actions. As I work in a way that empowers the client, I always work with what you present. Bottled up feelings such as anger, anxiety, grief, jealousy, sadness, shame and pain can become very overwhelming.The opportunity to express them can make it much easier to understand yourself and others. As I acknowledge your feelings and respect you as a person in your own right, you gain self-respect and a sense of being valued. This leads to building trust between counsellor and client, which is an essential part of the process.
After completion of my MA in Transpersonal /Integrative Child, Adolescents and Family Therapy in 2018, I now also take on children and adolescents, using play and art therapy as well as sand tray therapy to help to resolve trauma, stress, anxiety, depression and self harm.
My main approach is to encourage you to explore your feelings and take responsibility for your thoughts and actions. As I work in a way that empowers the client, I always work with what you present. Bottled up feelings such as anger, anxiety, grief, jealousy, sadness, shame and pain can become very overwhelming.The opportunity to express them can make it much easier to understand yourself and others. As I acknowledge your feelings and respect you as a person in your own right, you gain self-respect and a sense of being valued. This leads to building trust between counsellor and client, which is an essential part of the process.
07904 554468 View 07904 554468
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Magda Raczynska
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North London, London N3
Wanting to look after your child, your inner child, or yourself - please get in touch to discuss how it may work for you.
Growing up is not easy. Life is not easy. But there are safe ways to work out some of the difficulties and increase resilience.
Wanting to look after your child, your inner child, or yourself - please get in touch to discuss how it may work for you.
Growing up is not easy. Life is not easy. But there are safe ways to work out some of the difficulties and increase resilience.
020 3841 8830 View 020 3841 8830
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Marta Benko
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
North London, London N16
Supporting kids, YP, parents and adults with: mental health difficulties in the context of a physical illness (especially with endometriosis, asthma, CF, oncology, haematology, gastroenterology, dermatology, neurosurgery, and surgery), health anxiety, functional presentation/ medically unexplained symptom, relationship breakdown and divorce, children and young people, school avoidance/school anxiety, ex-pats and 3rd country children, mood difficulties (anxiety, panic attacks, fear and phobias, low mood) , stress , OCD, body repetitive behaviours (hair pulling, skin picking, nail biting) , sleep, non-underweight eating disorders.
Supporting kids, YP, parents and adults with: mental health difficulties in the context of a physical illness (especially with endometriosis, asthma, CF, oncology, haematology, gastroenterology, dermatology, neurosurgery, and surgery), health anxiety, functional presentation/ medically unexplained symptom, relationship breakdown and divorce, children and young people, school avoidance/school anxiety, ex-pats and 3rd country children, mood difficulties (anxiety, panic attacks, fear and phobias, low mood) , stress , OCD, body repetitive behaviours (hair pulling, skin picking, nail biting) , sleep, non-underweight eating disorders.
020 8016 3516 View 020 8016 3516
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Dr Rebecca Perna
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
North London, London N6  (Online Only)
I am an experienced and qualified Counselling Psychologist, chartered with the British Psychological Society and registered with the Health and Care Professions Council. I have a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology from the University of East London. Since 2008 I have worked in various mental health settings. I have experience of working in the private sector, the National Health Service, and the charitable sector - working with adults, families, young people, and children.
I am an experienced and qualified Counselling Psychologist, chartered with the British Psychological Society and registered with the Health and Care Professions Council. I have a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology from the University of East London. Since 2008 I have worked in various mental health settings. I have experience of working in the private sector, the National Health Service, and the charitable sector - working with adults, families, young people, and children.
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Jenna Marie Rutherford
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
North London, London N1
I have over 20 years of experience of working as a counsellor with adults, young people, adolescents and children. I work face to face as well as on-line. I believe that you have the answers to your difficulties and that I as your therapist will provide a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings with the aim of gaining insight and understanding, so that you may live a happier and more authentic life. I use play therapy with children. Sometimes people come to therapy with specific difficulties, anxiety, depression, self harm, low self esteem and others with more generalised feelings of discontent. I am here to listen.
I have over 20 years of experience of working as a counsellor with adults, young people, adolescents and children. I work face to face as well as on-line. I believe that you have the answers to your difficulties and that I as your therapist will provide a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings with the aim of gaining insight and understanding, so that you may live a happier and more authentic life. I use play therapy with children. Sometimes people come to therapy with specific difficulties, anxiety, depression, self harm, low self esteem and others with more generalised feelings of discontent. I am here to listen.
020 8138 0406 View 020 8138 0406
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Paula Khan
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North London, London N3
I work with children, teenagers, adults and older adults. I specialise in childhood trauma, anxiety, relationships, bereavement, women’s issues, divorce, fertility, ADHD, autism either diagnosed or people that identify with traits associated with neurodivergence. I have qualified over 15 years ago and my original training was Person Centred but I draw from other Humanistics prespectives. I hold an Enhanced DBS Certificate, and I am a registered member of BACP and BICA.
I work with children, teenagers, adults and older adults. I specialise in childhood trauma, anxiety, relationships, bereavement, women’s issues, divorce, fertility, ADHD, autism either diagnosed or people that identify with traits associated with neurodivergence. I have qualified over 15 years ago and my original training was Person Centred but I draw from other Humanistics prespectives. I hold an Enhanced DBS Certificate, and I am a registered member of BACP and BICA.
07746 458862 View 07746 458862
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Gianina Ionela Ardeleanu
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
North London, London N1
Hey! What brings you here? What hurts? What are your struggles? What keeps you stuck? Is it a relationship with a loved one? A parent, a child, a partner or a friend? Is it depression, overwhelming feelings of sadness, loss of joy, sleepless nights, no desire to get out of bed, avoiding friends or family members? Is it anxiety or panic attacks, intrusive thoughts, constantly worrying, creating worst scenarios? Is it a sense of not feeling good enough, comparing yourself to others in a negative light, second guessing your actions, feeling judged, having a sense that your existence is a waste of time?
Hey! What brings you here? What hurts? What are your struggles? What keeps you stuck? Is it a relationship with a loved one? A parent, a child, a partner or a friend? Is it depression, overwhelming feelings of sadness, loss of joy, sleepless nights, no desire to get out of bed, avoiding friends or family members? Is it anxiety or panic attacks, intrusive thoughts, constantly worrying, creating worst scenarios? Is it a sense of not feeling good enough, comparing yourself to others in a negative light, second guessing your actions, feeling judged, having a sense that your existence is a waste of time?
020 3962 0971 View 020 3962 0971
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Stella Acquarone
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
Verified Verified
North London, London N1
Others might be parents struggling with connecting to their children, facing difficult.
Helping children with early symptoms of the autistic spectrum has been my life’s work. My goal as the Principal of the Parent-Infant Clinic and of the School of Infant Mental Health in London is to help parents and professionals identify the early signs in autistic spectrum, for it is in these early stages, which can be seen as early as 3 months, when the greatest results can be achieved. I am a practicing adult and child psychotherapist, having worked in the National Health Service and privately for 32 years on detecting early signs in the autistic spectrum and providing early treatment to children and adults.
Others might be parents struggling with connecting to their children, facing difficult.
Helping children with early symptoms of the autistic spectrum has been my life’s work. My goal as the Principal of the Parent-Infant Clinic and of the School of Infant Mental Health in London is to help parents and professionals identify the early signs in autistic spectrum, for it is in these early stages, which can be seen as early as 3 months, when the greatest results can be achieved. I am a practicing adult and child psychotherapist, having worked in the National Health Service and privately for 32 years on detecting early signs in the autistic spectrum and providing early treatment to children and adults.
020 3856 4158 View 020 3856 4158
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Dolores Forcadell
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
North London, London N1  (Online Only)
I had extensive training on a variety of therapeutic approaches such as Play-therapy and Art based therapy which now forms part of my work with children.
I am a Psychodynamic Counsellor that works with Children and Young People from ages 3-18 As a Psychodynamic Counsellor I believe that unconscious processes guide our ways of relating to each other. At the centre of my practice is the child’s well-being and safety. I aim to create a safe space for children to feel able to be themselves without judgment, what Winnicott refers as the 'facilitating environment’, where the child’s inner world can be explored.
I had extensive training on a variety of therapeutic approaches such as Play-therapy and Art based therapy which now forms part of my work with children.
I am a Psychodynamic Counsellor that works with Children and Young People from ages 3-18 As a Psychodynamic Counsellor I believe that unconscious processes guide our ways of relating to each other. At the centre of my practice is the child’s well-being and safety. I aim to create a safe space for children to feel able to be themselves without judgment, what Winnicott refers as the 'facilitating environment’, where the child’s inner world can be explored.
020 8106 4727 View 020 8106 4727
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Child Counsellors

Do I need to attend therapy with my child?

Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.

How long are sessions with child therapists?

Children’s therapy sessions can last 30 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes. The length of the session may depend on your child’s age and the type of therapy practiced. You can discuss this with therapists you consult and the one you ultimately move forward with.

How do I get a child to agree to seek therapy?

The best approach is to have an open-ended conversation with your child about how they’re doing and what they might be struggling with. When you raise therapy, discuss the concept in an age-appropriate way, for example explaining that a therapist’s job is to help kids handle their hard or uncomfortable feelings. Frame therapy positively, as an opportunity to explore and build emotional skills—it’s an important tool in the toolbox to help kids feel their best.

How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?

A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.