In 2022, 18% of 7–16-year-olds and 22% of 17–24-year-olds had a mental health difficulty, which is not that much different from the adult figures of roughly 25%. Clearly mental health, just like physical health, is part of our lives from the very beginning, much before we can analyse or talk eloquently about it.
My Areas of Expertise:
Everybody, at some point in their lives, can benefit from counselling. However, starting when the issue first comes up can save much suffering and a building up of a negative self-image later. For this reason, I am dedicated to work with young clients and happy to help if your child experiencing:
- Anxieties: separation, school avoidance, social, academic, examination and social media related anxieties as well as climate and environmental concerns
- Depression: Loss and bereavement
- Relational issues: bullying, difficulties with family and friends, gaslighting and abuse
- Trauma
- Eating and sleeping problems
My Approach
I am an integrative child and adolescent counsellor and use theories and activities or tools that best suit the child’s or young person’s age and temperament. Generally speaking, the younger the client is, the more of play therapy will be used to tap into the deeper feelings. They are often impossible or very difficult to name and formulate at that age. With adolescents and young adults, the sessions will remain creative but can incorporate more talking therapy.
I have worked extensively with young clients from first-generation immigrant families or those with mixed cultural heritages, helping them navigate through their unique experiences and search for identity.