Families and Individuals

A Psychologist is somebody who is trained to help people understand their thoughts and feelings. They can also help people to talk about their problems or what they find difficult.

Psychologists may sometimes do an assessment which is a way of understanding someone. We usually have a conversation and sometimes we use activities, pens, paper and games.

Psychologists can also provide support to people individually. This is usually through talking or play and activities depending on a person’s age and ability.

Psychologists can also support families, carers, schools and other professionals to help them understand how someone is thinking and feeling and what might help them.

Psychological therapy, also known as talking therapy or counselling, is a way to help people deal with emotional, psychological, or behavioural issues. It involves talking to a trained Therapist or Psychologist who listens to your thoughts and feelings, helps you understand them, and guides you in finding ways to cope with problems or make positive changes in your life. The goal is to improve your mental health and well-being. There are lots of different types of therapies available to suit each person and their goals.

Some of the issues that bring people to our services include:

●      Anxiety

●      Attachment and relationship issues

●      Bullying

●      Bereavement

●      Depression and low mood

●      Managing emotions

●      Experiences of domestic abuse

●      Low self-esteem

●      Managing life transitions

●      Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)

●      Phobias

●      Personal development

●      Parenting

●      Postnatal depression

●      Stress

●      Work related issues

●      Childhood trauma

●      Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

We recognise the complexity of life and that this is not a complete list of the things people face. We offer a range of client-led therapies including CBT, EMDR and trauma informed psychotherapy. 

We support children and young people with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, OCD, depression, low self-esteem, self-harm, and behaviour concerns. We also specialise in developmental trauma, attachment difficulties, and neurodiversity. Our therapy is in line with a child or young person’s developmental stage and is not time limited. 

We also offer support to parents and carers who are concerned about their children's mental health or emotional wellbeing.