Meet Rebecca
Supporting Children, Young People & Families
When your child is struggling, it can feel frightening, exhausting, and deeply unsettling – especially when you’re not sure what’s going on or how best to help. Many parents reach out feeling worried, overwhelmed, or quietly questioning whether they’ve missed something important.
I’m Rebecca, a child and young adult therapist with over 10 years experience supporting children, teenagers and young adults who are navigating trauma, emotional distress, and overwhelming life experiences. As both a therapist and a mum, I understand how heavy it can feel to worry about your child and wonder whether you’re doing the right thing.
You don’t need to have all the answers to seek support noticing that something doesn’t feel quite right is enough.
MNCPS (Accredited)
Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Qualifications and registrations listed have been verified by Grey Matters Centre.
- Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Counselling 2:1
- Foundation Degree in Counselling
- Diploma with Distinction Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Diploma in Neuro Linguistic Programming
- Practitioner in Neuro Linguistic Programming
- Diploma with Distinction in Post-traumatic stress
- Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP Practitioner
- Children’s Care, Learning and Development
- Play work
- Effective Substance Misuse Worker Programme
- Attachment Regulation and Competency (ARC) training
- Paediatric First Aid
- ASIST Suicide Prevention training
- Child Protection Masterclass
- Child Criminal Exploitation
- Child Sexual Exploitation
- Sensory Integration
- Domestic Abuse and its impact upon Children
- Female Genital Mutilation Awareness
- Attachment Based Practice with Children, Young People and Adults
- Mental Health Act
- Basic Mental Health Awareness
- Understanding Mental Illness
- Substance Misuse Application to Practice
- Behaviour Support
Children from 7 years upwards, Young People and Adults
£60 per 50 minute session
1pm – 5pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
Every experience is unique
Areas I Specialise In
Therapy is never about forcing change – it’s about understanding what’s underneath and finding safer ways to cope.
Anxiety, worry, panic, or constant overthinking
Low mood, sadness, or loss of confidence
Trauma and distressing experiences, including abuse or neglect
Emotional overwhelm, anger, or shutdown
Self-harm or suicidal thoughts
Disordered eating and body image difficulties
School and college stress, avoidance or refusal
ADHD and emotional regulation difficulties
Grief, loss or major life changes
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How I Work
My Approach
My work is trauma-informed, compassionate, and grounded in trust. I take time to understand your child’s world – their family life, school environment, friendships, and experiences – so that support feels relevant and meaningful.
I draw on a range of evidence-based and creative approaches, including:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Therapeutic play and creative work
- Counselling
- Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)
- Stabilisation and grounding techniques
- Psychoeducation
How I Support Children & Young People
Children and young people don’t always have the words to explain what they’re feeling. Emotional distress can show up in many ways – anxiety, anger, withdrawal, changes in behaviour, sleep difficulties, school struggles, or feeling shut down.
I offer a calm, compassionate and trauma-informed space where young people can begin to make sense of what they’re experiencing, feeling understood, and gradually develop safer, more confident ways to cope.
My work is always paced gently and shaped around the individual child or young person. Building trust and emotional safety is my starting point – healing begins when a young person feels truly seen and heard.
Working Together
Our work usually begins with an initial assessment, giving your child space to be heard and allowing me to understand how best to support them. From there, we agree together what ongoing support might look like.
When you’re ready, you can view my availability and book an initial assessment online. There is no obligation – this is simply the first step in understanding how I can support your child and your family.
Understanding What You’re Going Through
Watching your child struggle can be incredibly painful. Many parents tell me they feel helpless, guilty or unsure what to do next – especially after long waiting lists or unclear pathways to support.
You are not alone.
Alongside supporting your child, I also work with parents and carers, offering guidance sessions to help you understand what may be happening for your child and how best to support them at home. While therapy remains focused on your child’s wellbeing and emotional safety, parents are supported too.
I believe therapy works best when families feel informed, reassured and involved in a way that feels right for everyone.
“I feel I’ve reached a place where I can continue on my own, and that’s a testament to the care, patience, and understanding you’ve shown me. What we’ve worked through together has meant more to me than you’ll ever know.”
Sarah W