Counselling for children age 8-18

Counselling for children/young person

Adolescence can be a challenging time, filled with emotional, social, and developmental changes. As a counsellor with experience working in schools across the Wigan and Leigh borough, I understand the unique difficulties young people face today.

My work has involved supporting young people referred by CAMHS, GPs, and other services, helping them navigate a wide range of emotional and behavioural issues. Some examples of issues I have helped with include:

. Relationship conflicts (with peers, family, or teachers)
. Bullying

. Self-harm, low mood, anxiety and emotional regulation
. Bereavement and loss
. Anger management and conduct disorders

. Living with illness and disabilities

. Abuse and neglect

I also have extensive experience working with neurodivergent young people, including those with ADHD and autism, or those who are currently awaiting diagnosis. I hold a neurodivergent affirming approach that respects individual differences and focuses on navigating difficulties and exploring strengths. 

Sessions Delivery
Counselling sessions can be delivered online via secure video link, ideally for teenagers, where they are able to engage without play in therapy. Sessions are also available face to face in a lovely welcoming room in Wigan Town Centre, with links to public transport nearby and plenty of parking around the centre. Sessions are 45 minutes duration.

Confidentiality and Space to Talk
Before counselling begins, I will always have an initial discussion with the parent or guardian to understand the referral and answer any questions. After that, sessions are confidential, unless there is a safeguarding concern. This confidentiality is essential in helping young people feel safe enough to talk openly and honestly.

For online sessions to be effective, it’s important that the individual has access to a quiet, private space where they can speak freely and without interruption.

Fees
All sessions for young people are offered at a heavily reduced rate of £28 per session, to help make support more accessible for growing minds and their families  💛