Adolescent Counselling in Angel Islington | Online Child Counsellor & Psychotherapist in north London

Helping children and young people globally 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 a global 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. Additionally, I work with the symbolism in dreams, as well as unearthing the disturbances underpinning nightmares.

Expat Therapy and Counselling

As a child and adolescent psychotherapist, I understand the unique joys and challenges of living as an ex-pat. Whether you're navigating life in a new culture, dealing with feelings of isolation, or supporting a child adjusting to unfamiliar surroundings, I'm here to offer compassionate, professional support for you and your family—no matter where in the world you call home.

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.

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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

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Discuss the issues and decide the next step

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“The effect of life in society is to complicate and confuse our existence, making us forget who we really are by causing us to become obsessed with what we are not.”

~ Zhuangzi

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.

Deborah Shaer

Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist & Counsellor