WHAT IS A CHILD AND ADOLESCENT PSYCHOTHERAPIST?

A professional that works with children, young people and their families. They are skilled in understanding what children and young people are trying to communicate by listening to what they say, observing their behaviour and their play. They support them to understand thoughts and feelings that may feel overwhelming and too complicated to make sense of.

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If a child or young person is experiencing feelings they are struggling to manage this may cause them distress which may affect their wellbeing and relationships with family and friends. These feelings can sometimes be expressed through disruptive behaviour which can have a negative impact on their development and learning.

 

As a psychotherapist I can help children and young people make sense of their experiences and feelings to reduce their emotional distress. This can also lessen the need for engagement in challenging or harmful behaviour.