Counsellors for Teens in Surbiton, ENG

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Morag Shrafeddin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Surbiton KT6
I use CBT, Psychodynamic, Person-Centred, Play Therapies and Theraplay principles, to create a customised approach that best fits each child/ adolescent.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist trained specifically to work with children and adolescents. This offers me a unique, specialised approach to help understand young people’s mental health and development. This distinctive training means I recognise the complexities of childhood and adolescent experiences, allowing me to tailor my approach to be age-appropriate and sensitive to each developmental stage. One of the key approaches I use is to create a safe and engaging environment. I focus on helping young clients understand their emotions, develop healthy relationships and build a sense of agency.
I use CBT, Psychodynamic, Person-Centred, Play Therapies and Theraplay principles, to create a customised approach that best fits each child/ adolescent.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist trained specifically to work with children and adolescents. This offers me a unique, specialised approach to help understand young people’s mental health and development. This distinctive training means I recognise the complexities of childhood and adolescent experiences, allowing me to tailor my approach to be age-appropriate and sensitive to each developmental stage. One of the key approaches I use is to create a safe and engaging environment. I focus on helping young clients understand their emotions, develop healthy relationships and build a sense of agency.
020 3815 9368 View 020 3815 9368
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Emily Knivett
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Surbiton KT6
I am easy to talk to and offer an open space to explore what's currently going on for you, or your teen.
Are social situations leaving you drained or unfulfilled? Maybe you can't speak to friends and family about how disconnected you're feeling and they aren't understanding you. Do you want to be more open, assertive and have a greater sense of purpose in life? Need time for yourself? A space to air confusing or painful thoughts and experiences that build up over the weeks. Sometimes we need to reflect and vent about our relationships with a warm, neutral professional.
I am easy to talk to and offer an open space to explore what's currently going on for you, or your teen.
Are social situations leaving you drained or unfulfilled? Maybe you can't speak to friends and family about how disconnected you're feeling and they aren't understanding you. Do you want to be more open, assertive and have a greater sense of purpose in life? Need time for yourself? A space to air confusing or painful thoughts and experiences that build up over the weeks. Sometimes we need to reflect and vent about our relationships with a warm, neutral professional.
020 3838 0678 View 020 3838 0678
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Helen Taylor
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Surbiton KT6
I have extensive specialist training in child and adolescent therapy, but also work with adults who may be encountering challenges with transitional phases at any lifestage.
I support adults, children and young people when they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed or confused by their experiences and emotions, to help discover a sense of relief, ease and hopefulness about the future. My compassionate approach engages curiosity, imagination and playfulness to untangle conflicts and gain fresh perspective on self, issues and relationships.
I have extensive specialist training in child and adolescent therapy, but also work with adults who may be encountering challenges with transitional phases at any lifestage.
I support adults, children and young people when they are feeling stuck, overwhelmed or confused by their experiences and emotions, to help discover a sense of relief, ease and hopefulness about the future. My compassionate approach engages curiosity, imagination and playfulness to untangle conflicts and gain fresh perspective on self, issues and relationships.
020 4538 5406 View 020 4538 5406
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David Abrehart
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Surbiton KT6
Finding a good match for a therapist can seem daunting. In consulting with me, I seek to offer you the benefits of my many years' experience with a sensitive and respectful approach.  Whether you are struggling with anxiety or low mood, or feel stuck in a difficult situation, or feel you are not fulfilling your potential, or perhaps have an adolescent son or daughter who you are concerned about, I would value hearing from you.
Finding a good match for a therapist can seem daunting. In consulting with me, I seek to offer you the benefits of my many years' experience with a sensitive and respectful approach.  Whether you are struggling with anxiety or low mood, or feel stuck in a difficult situation, or feel you are not fulfilling your potential, or perhaps have an adolescent son or daughter who you are concerned about, I would value hearing from you.
020 3835 5296 View 020 3835 5296
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Faye Kinirons
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Surbiton KT6
Therapy can be an opportunity for you to develop self-awareness, and a deeper understanding of the ways in which you relate to both yourself and others. It can be a place to explore and make sense of the things that are getting in the way of you living the life that you wish to live. This will involve us working together to explore the issues you bring.
Therapy can be an opportunity for you to develop self-awareness, and a deeper understanding of the ways in which you relate to both yourself and others. It can be a place to explore and make sense of the things that are getting in the way of you living the life that you wish to live. This will involve us working together to explore the issues you bring.
020 3947 3414 View 020 3947 3414
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Bernice Moore Psychotherapist
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Surbiton KT5
There are many reasons people seek out therapy, no matter what brings you to therapy, it is important. You might be finding that distressing thoughts or feelings are becoming overwhelming. Or perhaps you experience unpleasant physical symptoms like headaches and tension. Experiencing an emotional response is a normal, but understandably, it can be unpleasant, and you might feel uncertain what to do when it happens or how to cope after. Sometimes we all need support and guidance; we don't have to deal with everything on our own, especially when it gets tough
There are many reasons people seek out therapy, no matter what brings you to therapy, it is important. You might be finding that distressing thoughts or feelings are becoming overwhelming. Or perhaps you experience unpleasant physical symptoms like headaches and tension. Experiencing an emotional response is a normal, but understandably, it can be unpleasant, and you might feel uncertain what to do when it happens or how to cope after. Sometimes we all need support and guidance; we don't have to deal with everything on our own, especially when it gets tough
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Ellie Bennett
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Surbiton KT6
Reaching out and asking for help can be both scary and difficult. You may be struggling with things in your life and you don't know how to manage them. My aim is to provide a safe and confidential space in which you will be heard without the fear of being judged. Where you will feel accepted for who you are. As an Integrative Relational counsellor I blend different theories and approaches to suit you specific and needs. Together we will work side by side as you embark on your therapeutic journey.
Reaching out and asking for help can be both scary and difficult. You may be struggling with things in your life and you don't know how to manage them. My aim is to provide a safe and confidential space in which you will be heard without the fear of being judged. Where you will feel accepted for who you are. As an Integrative Relational counsellor I blend different theories and approaches to suit you specific and needs. Together we will work side by side as you embark on your therapeutic journey.
020 3929 3425 View 020 3929 3425
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Louise Becker-Murphy BA(Hons), MA, MBACP(Snr Accd)
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Surbiton KT6
Located next to Surbiton mainline train station. I have appointments available during the day, evenings and weekends. I offer both one to one counselling and couples counselling.
Located next to Surbiton mainline train station. I have appointments available during the day, evenings and weekends. I offer both one to one counselling and couples counselling.
07756 902911 View 07756 902911
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Faye Marriott
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Surbiton KT6
I support people to live happier, healthier and more fulfilling lives, by reducing emotional distress and challenging unhelpful or rigid thought patterns. I have practiced privately for a number of years, and have also worked at the Priory Hospital, an addiction support agency and within numerous colleges. I work with individuals and with couples. Perhaps you are fed up with feeling, living or thinking in a certain way, and this is affecting your work life, your romantic relationships, your friendships or your self-esteem.
I support people to live happier, healthier and more fulfilling lives, by reducing emotional distress and challenging unhelpful or rigid thought patterns. I have practiced privately for a number of years, and have also worked at the Priory Hospital, an addiction support agency and within numerous colleges. I work with individuals and with couples. Perhaps you are fed up with feeling, living or thinking in a certain way, and this is affecting your work life, your romantic relationships, your friendships or your self-esteem.
020 3763 8860 View 020 3763 8860
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Neela Govinden
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Surbiton KT6
Hello. I'm Neela, a registered Art Psychotherapist. I provide individual therapy sessions for adults who are struggling with substance use, those in active substance use recovery and adults who experienced a parent or carer struggling with addiction in childhood. I create a safe and understanding environment where you can explore the underlying issues contributing to your substance use or challenges. Together, we aim to gain insight into your thoughts, feelings, behaviors, strengthen your relational skills and develop coping skills to manage urges or difficult feelings.
Hello. I'm Neela, a registered Art Psychotherapist. I provide individual therapy sessions for adults who are struggling with substance use, those in active substance use recovery and adults who experienced a parent or carer struggling with addiction in childhood. I create a safe and understanding environment where you can explore the underlying issues contributing to your substance use or challenges. Together, we aim to gain insight into your thoughts, feelings, behaviors, strengthen your relational skills and develop coping skills to manage urges or difficult feelings.
020 4538 9764 View 020 4538 9764
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India Sunderland
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Surbiton KT6
I’m a strong believer that, in the words of Nelson Mandela “there is no passion to be found playing small – in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living” – yet sometimes life is really quite tough and we find ourselves struggling and this ideal seems far from our reality. You may find yourself feeling emotionally overwhelmed, anxious or lonely. Or, you may have been struggling for some time and haven’t found the motivation to address it but now that struggle may be feeling a little bigger.
I’m a strong believer that, in the words of Nelson Mandela “there is no passion to be found playing small – in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living” – yet sometimes life is really quite tough and we find ourselves struggling and this ideal seems far from our reality. You may find yourself feeling emotionally overwhelmed, anxious or lonely. Or, you may have been struggling for some time and haven’t found the motivation to address it but now that struggle may be feeling a little bigger.
01748 901571 View 01748 901571
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Helen Caro
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Surbiton KT5
I am fully qualified Integrative Relational Counsellor. This means that I draw upon a variety of skills and approaches depending on what your needs and personality requires. Above all else, I believe that it is the relationship between you and I that will offer the best opportunity for change. I see clients with a wide range of issues and rest assured no matter how big or small the problem seems to you, you will be treated with warmth and respect. Some of the challenges I work with include: Anxiety, Depression, General low mood, Bereavement, Low self-confidence and self-esteem and stress. This list is by no means exhaustive.
I am fully qualified Integrative Relational Counsellor. This means that I draw upon a variety of skills and approaches depending on what your needs and personality requires. Above all else, I believe that it is the relationship between you and I that will offer the best opportunity for change. I see clients with a wide range of issues and rest assured no matter how big or small the problem seems to you, you will be treated with warmth and respect. Some of the challenges I work with include: Anxiety, Depression, General low mood, Bereavement, Low self-confidence and self-esteem and stress. This list is by no means exhaustive.
07593 511810 View 07593 511810
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Transformative Healing
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Surbiton KT6
Hi there, my name is Srab and thank you for visiting my page. Is life frustrating and getting you down? Are you experiencing frequent burn out, stress, worry, anxiety, depression and confusion? Do you feel stuck in your work, relationship or marriage? Do you find yourself repeating self-destructive addictive behaviours to alcohol, drugs, food or gambling? Maybe your relationships have become damaged or broken and now there is a breakdown of trust. Are you finding hard to cope with a divorce, loss of employment, bereavement or illness? If so, you have found the right page. I am here to help you
Hi there, my name is Srab and thank you for visiting my page. Is life frustrating and getting you down? Are you experiencing frequent burn out, stress, worry, anxiety, depression and confusion? Do you feel stuck in your work, relationship or marriage? Do you find yourself repeating self-destructive addictive behaviours to alcohol, drugs, food or gambling? Maybe your relationships have become damaged or broken and now there is a breakdown of trust. Are you finding hard to cope with a divorce, loss of employment, bereavement or illness? If so, you have found the right page. I am here to help you
0161 850 4235 View 0161 850 4235
Emma Cotterill
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Surbiton KT6
I am a Principal Clinical Psychologist, Chartered with the BPS and registered with HCPC. I work with adolescents and adults experiencing mental health difficulties, including depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, ptsd, phobias, OCD, stress. I also work with neurological difficulties and brain injuries. I use an individualised integrative therapy approach, drawing on CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness. I am also skilled in behavioural management approaches and am trained in EMDR for trauma. I also have excellent Clinical Psychologists working with me.
I am a Principal Clinical Psychologist, Chartered with the BPS and registered with HCPC. I work with adolescents and adults experiencing mental health difficulties, including depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, ptsd, phobias, OCD, stress. I also work with neurological difficulties and brain injuries. I use an individualised integrative therapy approach, drawing on CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness. I am also skilled in behavioural management approaches and am trained in EMDR for trauma. I also have excellent Clinical Psychologists working with me.
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Yingli Wang
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Surbiton KT6
My name is Yingli Wang. I am a self-esteem counselling specialist and a mother-daughter relationship connoisseur. In my self-esteem counselling, I help women overcome low self-esteem and self-worth issues, and transform “Not-Good-Enough-Syndrome” into your innate strength and resilience. I also work with relationship and family issues, which are often rooted in unresolved childhood trauma and unconscious relational pattern. In additional to counselling, I am a certified Mother-Daughter Relationship Therapist & Coach. I help women free up from mother wound and associated mother-daughter pain, so these women can forget a new path.
My name is Yingli Wang. I am a self-esteem counselling specialist and a mother-daughter relationship connoisseur. In my self-esteem counselling, I help women overcome low self-esteem and self-worth issues, and transform “Not-Good-Enough-Syndrome” into your innate strength and resilience. I also work with relationship and family issues, which are often rooted in unresolved childhood trauma and unconscious relational pattern. In additional to counselling, I am a certified Mother-Daughter Relationship Therapist & Coach. I help women free up from mother wound and associated mother-daughter pain, so these women can forget a new path.
01372 235644 View 01372 235644
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Katharine Carpenter
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Surbiton KT5
Life can feel overwhelming at times, particularly in the world we are living in today. I am a qualified, fully accredited and experienced therapist, here to work with you to achieve a more positive future. I aim to offer professional yet approachable support, taking the stigma out of therapy.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, particularly in the world we are living in today. I am a qualified, fully accredited and experienced therapist, here to work with you to achieve a more positive future. I aim to offer professional yet approachable support, taking the stigma out of therapy.
01372 677112 View 01372 677112
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Claire Murray
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Surbiton KT5
I have specialist knowledge and experience supporting adults and teenager's mental health.
Hi, I'm Claire. Sometimes, life’s journey can leave us feeling lost or overwhelmed and needing a little help. If you're feeling stuck, questioning how you got to this point, or if your current coping strategies no longer seem effective, there is hope. I offer a compassionate and warm space to explore your feelings and find solutions. My therapy room is conveniently located 5-minute walk from Kingston station. Most of my clients are seeking help with managing difficult feelings, finding new ways of relating to themselves and others or seeking support through life crises or life changes.
I have specialist knowledge and experience supporting adults and teenager's mental health.
Hi, I'm Claire. Sometimes, life’s journey can leave us feeling lost or overwhelmed and needing a little help. If you're feeling stuck, questioning how you got to this point, or if your current coping strategies no longer seem effective, there is hope. I offer a compassionate and warm space to explore your feelings and find solutions. My therapy room is conveniently located 5-minute walk from Kingston station. Most of my clients are seeking help with managing difficult feelings, finding new ways of relating to themselves and others or seeking support through life crises or life changes.
020 4572 0514 View 020 4572 0514
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Rosie Lisser
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Surbiton KT5
Whether you are exploring the option of Counselling and Psychotherapy for a specific reason or you want to further examine aspects of yourself and your life experiences. I provide a non-judgemental, safe, confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. It could be the first time you speak to someone about difficulties you are experiencing or you may have had therapy in the past. Either way we can work together to achieve your therapeutic goal.
Whether you are exploring the option of Counselling and Psychotherapy for a specific reason or you want to further examine aspects of yourself and your life experiences. I provide a non-judgemental, safe, confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. It could be the first time you speak to someone about difficulties you are experiencing or you may have had therapy in the past. Either way we can work together to achieve your therapeutic goal.
020 3835 2073 View 020 3835 2073
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Annahita Nezami
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Surbiton KT6
I provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families to help them move past painful and challenging life experiences. I believe that the relationship between the therapist and client is central to the process of change, and aim to create a therapeutic space that is caring, respectful, and contained. I always work collaboratively and draw from Eastern wisdom traditions and psychological theories and models grounded in scientific evidence.
I provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families to help them move past painful and challenging life experiences. I believe that the relationship between the therapist and client is central to the process of change, and aim to create a therapeutic space that is caring, respectful, and contained. I always work collaboratively and draw from Eastern wisdom traditions and psychological theories and models grounded in scientific evidence.
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Ricky Brown
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Surbiton KT5
I trained as a psychotherapist later in life following a previous career working with vulnerable individuals. Coupled with my now extensive psychotherapeutic training, I am a knowledgeable, conscientious and empathetic individual whom is well respected within the field.
I trained as a psychotherapist later in life following a previous career working with vulnerable individuals. Coupled with my now extensive psychotherapeutic training, I am a knowledgeable, conscientious and empathetic individual whom is well respected within the field.
01748 901333 View 01748 901333
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Teen Counsellors

What does therapy for teenagers look like?

When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.

How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?

There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.

How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.

How do you prepare teens for therapy?

You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.