Autism Counselling in Maldon
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I also have both personal experience and training in Autism and Play Therapy.
When life is a challenge and we feel alone or unsupported, it is my belief that we can all find our 'place of peace'. Sometimes we simply need to connect with the 'right person' for a period of time to re-align our thoughts and feelings. If we can calm our inner self we can give ourselves an opportunity to navigate an alternative pathway to the one that we have found ourselves to be on.
I also have both personal experience and training in Autism and Play Therapy.
When life is a challenge and we feel alone or unsupported, it is my belief that we can all find our 'place of peace'. Sometimes we simply need to connect with the 'right person' for a period of time to re-align our thoughts and feelings. If we can calm our inner self we can give ourselves an opportunity to navigate an alternative pathway to the one that we have found ourselves to be on.
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I am a BACP accredited psychotherapist. I provide therapy for adults, teenagers and children. When working with younger children the alliance made between myself and parents/carers is an important part of the process ; enabling improved relationships and greater understanding. I provide my clients with an empathic and non judgemental space in which they can discuss their life challenges; from ongoing personal struggles to sudden situations of crisis. Counselling also creates a time for you to get to know yourself better, to reflect upon personal experiences and to find the answers and solutions that are right for you.
I am a BACP accredited psychotherapist. I provide therapy for adults, teenagers and children. When working with younger children the alliance made between myself and parents/carers is an important part of the process ; enabling improved relationships and greater understanding. I provide my clients with an empathic and non judgemental space in which they can discuss their life challenges; from ongoing personal struggles to sudden situations of crisis. Counselling also creates a time for you to get to know yourself better, to reflect upon personal experiences and to find the answers and solutions that are right for you.
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I am a BACP registered psychodynamic counsellor offering support to children and young people. I have experience and have helped people facing difficult issues such as depression, bereavement, low self-esteem, feelings of self-harm, school refusal, anxiety and relationship issues amongst others. I offer a warm, safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can come to be listened to and supported in making sense of what is troubling you, so that you can move forward with an increased sense of self-confidence and contentment.
I am a BACP registered psychodynamic counsellor offering support to children and young people. I have experience and have helped people facing difficult issues such as depression, bereavement, low self-esteem, feelings of self-harm, school refusal, anxiety and relationship issues amongst others. I offer a warm, safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can come to be listened to and supported in making sense of what is troubling you, so that you can move forward with an increased sense of self-confidence and contentment.
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I am taking a sabbatical from the end of May 2024 so will only be offering short term work until then. I offer counselling and psychotherapy for children, young people, parents and adults. Young people can often have worries that they find hard to talk to their parents about. Talking to someone outside the family can often make all the difference. I offer space for parents to talk about their worries and work on their parenting strategies. Sometimes I work with a parent and child together if there are particular relationship issues. I also work with adults for individual problems.
I am taking a sabbatical from the end of May 2024 so will only be offering short term work until then. I offer counselling and psychotherapy for children, young people, parents and adults. Young people can often have worries that they find hard to talk to their parents about. Talking to someone outside the family can often make all the difference. I offer space for parents to talk about their worries and work on their parenting strategies. Sometimes I work with a parent and child together if there are particular relationship issues. I also work with adults for individual problems.
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I aim to provide a warm and safe place where you will be able to explore your past and current challenges in order for you to finds ways in which to you can lead a more satisfying and fulfilling life. I work within budgets, timeframes and with open ended therapy, and can adapt to suit your needs.
I aim to provide a warm and safe place where you will be able to explore your past and current challenges in order for you to finds ways in which to you can lead a more satisfying and fulfilling life. I work within budgets, timeframes and with open ended therapy, and can adapt to suit your needs.
![Photo of Caroline Martinez, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b5f14897-9fb2-40be-814b-d8b26fc31d0d/1/320x400.jpeg)
Counselling can provide you with an experience of being seen, heard and understood in a confidential space, built on a foundation of trust and unconditional acceptance. I hold the therapeutic relationship at the centre of my work as I believe that it is through relationship, we can find the greatest healing. I have extensive experience working with adult clients across a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, childhood experiences and relationship issues.
Counselling can provide you with an experience of being seen, heard and understood in a confidential space, built on a foundation of trust and unconditional acceptance. I hold the therapeutic relationship at the centre of my work as I believe that it is through relationship, we can find the greatest healing. I have extensive experience working with adult clients across a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, childhood experiences and relationship issues.
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Do you want to feel truly heard, not only listened to but importantly understood, that is our first strength. Our team feel compassion and empathy in the connection to truly engage but ultimately help you work in whatever your wants/needs/goals/desires are be it acceptance or/and change. Emma practice manager and counsellor of over 20yrs experience in all areas of counselling and need. Specialism are trauma/relationships/abuse/childhood issues/grief. Our general feedback is how a person feels at ease during and after the first session and at our practice
Do you want to feel truly heard, not only listened to but importantly understood, that is our first strength. Our team feel compassion and empathy in the connection to truly engage but ultimately help you work in whatever your wants/needs/goals/desires are be it acceptance or/and change. Emma practice manager and counsellor of over 20yrs experience in all areas of counselling and need. Specialism are trauma/relationships/abuse/childhood issues/grief. Our general feedback is how a person feels at ease during and after the first session and at our practice
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Hi my name is Sue, I'm a Integrative Child Psychotherapist (UKCP Reg) and a Integrative Adult Counsellor (MBACP). I have over 10 years experience of providing therapeutic support to both children, young people, parents adults in a range of different settings who may be experiencing mental distress, trauma or behavioral issues such as low mood, anxiety, depression, irrational fears and phobias, exam stress / work-related stress. I also offer parent/child work.
Hi my name is Sue, I'm a Integrative Child Psychotherapist (UKCP Reg) and a Integrative Adult Counsellor (MBACP). I have over 10 years experience of providing therapeutic support to both children, young people, parents adults in a range of different settings who may be experiencing mental distress, trauma or behavioral issues such as low mood, anxiety, depression, irrational fears and phobias, exam stress / work-related stress. I also offer parent/child work.
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My experience in secondary schools working with children and young people has given me an understanding of how challenging life can be for our children. Often parents/carers find themselves feeling helpless as they see their child experience anxiety, low self esteem, self harm, isolation, suicidal ideation... I have been a practicing counsellor for children and young people in schools, agency settings and in private practice for over 5 years. My specialist qualification is in children and young people and I am an accredited member of the BACP demonstrating a higher standard as a competent, ethical and independent practitioner.
My experience in secondary schools working with children and young people has given me an understanding of how challenging life can be for our children. Often parents/carers find themselves feeling helpless as they see their child experience anxiety, low self esteem, self harm, isolation, suicidal ideation... I have been a practicing counsellor for children and young people in schools, agency settings and in private practice for over 5 years. My specialist qualification is in children and young people and I am an accredited member of the BACP demonstrating a higher standard as a competent, ethical and independent practitioner.
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I am the founder of Chelmsford Talking Therapy and an experienced, fully qualified Registered and Accredited Counsellor. Whilst my core approach to counselling is psychodynamic, I am flexible in my practice and always open to exploring client options in line with your own individual needs. My client base is wide ranging. I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with acute anxiety, depression, panic attacks, bereavement, work related and personal stress, anger problems and difficulties relating to trauma/PTSD. I offer counselling to children, young people, Adults, couples and families, in person and online.
I am the founder of Chelmsford Talking Therapy and an experienced, fully qualified Registered and Accredited Counsellor. Whilst my core approach to counselling is psychodynamic, I am flexible in my practice and always open to exploring client options in line with your own individual needs. My client base is wide ranging. I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with acute anxiety, depression, panic attacks, bereavement, work related and personal stress, anger problems and difficulties relating to trauma/PTSD. I offer counselling to children, young people, Adults, couples and families, in person and online.
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It's OK to not be OK. Whatever you're going through, counselling can help. We all have a past, a present, and a future. Our past can affect our present and our present can affect our future. Whether your past is causing issues here and now, or if you are currently experiencing difficulties now that may affect your future, you are not alone. I am trained and qualified in various techniques and use an integrative approach - using a combination of techniques, tailored to meet the needs of each individual. This is the most effective way to get positive results.
It's OK to not be OK. Whatever you're going through, counselling can help. We all have a past, a present, and a future. Our past can affect our present and our present can affect our future. Whether your past is causing issues here and now, or if you are currently experiencing difficulties now that may affect your future, you are not alone. I am trained and qualified in various techniques and use an integrative approach - using a combination of techniques, tailored to meet the needs of each individual. This is the most effective way to get positive results.
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I specialise in working with adults who are struggling with anxiety and depression, issues such as identity, life-crisis, bereavement, diagnosis, problems in relationships or working through unresolved past issues.
I specialise in working with adults who are struggling with anxiety and depression, issues such as identity, life-crisis, bereavement, diagnosis, problems in relationships or working through unresolved past issues.
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I am a fully qualified and insured counsellor. I trained Integratively, which means I use a range of different theories and modalities to support my clients depending on what you need. It might be that you want to look at events from your past that you feel are holding you back or it might be that you want to concentrate on what is going on for you in the here and now, we can do either or both. I have extensive experience working with a wide range of issues and can help support you by offering space for you to work through whatever it is that you are struggling with right now.
I am a fully qualified and insured counsellor. I trained Integratively, which means I use a range of different theories and modalities to support my clients depending on what you need. It might be that you want to look at events from your past that you feel are holding you back or it might be that you want to concentrate on what is going on for you in the here and now, we can do either or both. I have extensive experience working with a wide range of issues and can help support you by offering space for you to work through whatever it is that you are struggling with right now.
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Hello, I am Emily, a full-time qualified counsellor, and avid advocate of emotional and psychological wellbeing. My approach to sessions is a relaxed and caring style, which in turn aims to support you, the client, in understanding your thoughts and feelings. Helping you to develop a set of tools to enhance your quality of life and self-worth, allowing you to deal with future events and giving you better insight.
Hello, I am Emily, a full-time qualified counsellor, and avid advocate of emotional and psychological wellbeing. My approach to sessions is a relaxed and caring style, which in turn aims to support you, the client, in understanding your thoughts and feelings. Helping you to develop a set of tools to enhance your quality of life and self-worth, allowing you to deal with future events and giving you better insight.
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Are you struggling with the stresses and strains that family, friendship, and/ or work life can bring and unsure what to do? Life is not always easy or straightforward, our lives can become challenging at times, causing us to feel overwhelmed with an array of complex emotions which can have an impact on our daily lives. Very often we don’t have someone that we can completely share our innermost thoughts and feelings with so having someone who is a trained professional, allows the opportunity to open up and confide in. I trust that I am able to provide a safe, non-judgemental space to work collaboratively with you.
Are you struggling with the stresses and strains that family, friendship, and/ or work life can bring and unsure what to do? Life is not always easy or straightforward, our lives can become challenging at times, causing us to feel overwhelmed with an array of complex emotions which can have an impact on our daily lives. Very often we don’t have someone that we can completely share our innermost thoughts and feelings with so having someone who is a trained professional, allows the opportunity to open up and confide in. I trust that I am able to provide a safe, non-judgemental space to work collaboratively with you.
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I have a special interest and experience in Autism and Adult Autism diagnosis.
At some points in our lives, we can struggle with overwhelming feelings which can sometimes be especially hard to cope with. Confronting these feelings and seeking therapy can feel like a huge step to take, but is the start of recovery. I am here to give you the space and time to unburden, and work through any issues at your own pace in a safe, comfortable, confidential and non-judgemental space.
I have a special interest and experience in Autism and Adult Autism diagnosis.
At some points in our lives, we can struggle with overwhelming feelings which can sometimes be especially hard to cope with. Confronting these feelings and seeking therapy can feel like a huge step to take, but is the start of recovery. I am here to give you the space and time to unburden, and work through any issues at your own pace in a safe, comfortable, confidential and non-judgemental space.
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NurtureNeuro provides comprehensive Autism Assessments, ADHD Assessments, Learning Difficulty Assessments, Therapy, and Support Services. We provide an individualised holistic assessment, that encompasses you or your child's strengths as well as challenges, and provides an understanding of these, and strategies to help. Our assessments provide an additional understanding of psychological wellbeing.
NurtureNeuro provides comprehensive Autism Assessments, ADHD Assessments, Learning Difficulty Assessments, Therapy, and Support Services. We provide an individualised holistic assessment, that encompasses you or your child's strengths as well as challenges, and provides an understanding of these, and strategies to help. Our assessments provide an additional understanding of psychological wellbeing.
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I am a BACP accredited psychodynamic counsellor and I offer a warm and welcoming space for you to explore any issues or difficulties you may be struggling with. I work with adults, couples and children age 11-18 and and have experience in working with a wide range of issues that may be linked to past experiences or stressors in the present. I have experience and understanding of working with neurodivergence particularly Autism and ADHD. My aim is to provide a confidential and comfortable place for you to safely explore any issues that are causing difficulties or distress.
I am a BACP accredited psychodynamic counsellor and I offer a warm and welcoming space for you to explore any issues or difficulties you may be struggling with. I work with adults, couples and children age 11-18 and and have experience in working with a wide range of issues that may be linked to past experiences or stressors in the present. I have experience and understanding of working with neurodivergence particularly Autism and ADHD. My aim is to provide a confidential and comfortable place for you to safely explore any issues that are causing difficulties or distress.
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I am an Integrative Psychotherapist working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I offer a safe, judgement-free space for you to explore your experiences and feelings. It can be an ongoing issue that you or a young person has been suffering from, or, it may be a more recent concern. I am flexible and adaptable in my approach. I work with clients who have a wide range of experiences/difficulties, including; Sexual, Physical and Emotional Abuse, Anxiety & Depression, Suicide, Self-harm, Attachment difficulties, Addiction, Autism, Looked-After-Children, ADHD and Bereavement.
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I offer a safe, judgement-free space for you to explore your experiences and feelings. It can be an ongoing issue that you or a young person has been suffering from, or, it may be a more recent concern. I am flexible and adaptable in my approach. I work with clients who have a wide range of experiences/difficulties, including; Sexual, Physical and Emotional Abuse, Anxiety & Depression, Suicide, Self-harm, Attachment difficulties, Addiction, Autism, Looked-After-Children, ADHD and Bereavement.
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I work with many issues from anxiety & depression, to grief & loneliness. My specialities lie in relationships. This may be in the form of couples or marriage counselling or it may be an individual coming to therapy to talk about the key relationships in their lives. This could be past relationships, family, current relationships or maybe even future relationships? I will help you to understand your attachment style, communication on ways of relating to others. I will help you to see your life from many different angles and help you to challenge your own preconceived ideas of your limitations.
I work with many issues from anxiety & depression, to grief & loneliness. My specialities lie in relationships. This may be in the form of couples or marriage counselling or it may be an individual coming to therapy to talk about the key relationships in their lives. This could be past relationships, family, current relationships or maybe even future relationships? I will help you to understand your attachment style, communication on ways of relating to others. I will help you to see your life from many different angles and help you to challenge your own preconceived ideas of your limitations.
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Autism Counsellors
What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.