Deborah Shaer
Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist & Counsellor
Helping children and young people thrive, with tailored therapy plans to meet their needs
Psychotherapy and Counselling For Children, Teens, Young Adults and Parents
Welcome, I’m Deborah and I’m an integrative psychotherapist. I tailor the therapy and counselling to an individual’s needs and who they are. I work with children, adolescents, parents and young adults from different backgrounds and cultures with simple or complex issues.
You may wonder how psychotherapy or counselling can make a positive difference. In my years of experience I have seen that it does. You may have some thoughts about the type of therapy you’re looking for, such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy). If this is suitable then I weave this through the therapy sessions. Gestalt is another method which includes elements of body awareness using the senses. Other facilitations include art, play, and breathing techniques. Sometimes I do guided visualisations to help with anxiety as well as nightmares. I also work with dreams.
Children
Therapy for children can make an enormously positive difference, in a space where they feel safe to express, ask questions and learn about their feelings, put words to feelings and understand their behaviours.
Teenagers
Often teenagers who are struggling with emotional pain can become distrustful of sharing their personal difficulties for fear of being judged. The safety of the therapeutic space and being able to connect and feel understood is crucial. It allows a young person to talk more openly about what’s going on, to receive guidance where there is confusion and to discover more of who they are and their true nature.
Young Adults
Being a young adult brings with it more responsibility and perhaps feelings of not being able to cope. When a person is feeling very low, numb, empty, angry, and lacking in direction, therapy can help. When there are struggles that you are unable to resolve, this may be a time to consider reach out for professional help.
Parent Counselling Sessions
I facilitate parent sessions with a focus on the dynamics between the parent and child-adolescent, alongside issues and difficulties related to a parent, such as their own childhood conditioning which might impact the areas they are struggling with. The unique situation and circumstances that infuse these areas are explored to provide support and guidance in practical ways.
One-to-One Parent Session
For parents or guardians whose child is not in therapy but would like some guidance and support with specific issues. These sessions are also suitable for grandparents who are finding it difficult to connect with their grandchild.
Want to know more?
Fill out the contact form or email me direct at therapy@plastikprizm.co.uk
I'll respond within 24 hours, to set up a free 10 minute phone consultation
Discuss the issues and decide the next step
Café Therapy
Therapy sessions can be held in a cosy, quiet café in the Angel, Islington area, offering a warm and inviting atmosphere that feels relaxing, calm and informal. Tucked away from the main bustle, the spaces I choose feature aesthetically pleasing and space for privacy, adapting to suit the needs of each client. I also offer a range of engaging creative activities such as drawing. The cost of refreshments are part of the service. As in my outdoor therapy sessions, the professional boundaries when interacting in a public area will apply.
“In therapy the problem is always the whole person, never the symptom alone”
~ Carl Jung
My mission is to help children develop the confidence they need to rise above their perceived limitations, navigate emotional issues, build social skills, self-esteem and self-awareness, and tap into more joy.