When Therapy Might Help
When things don't feel quite right
Children go through difficult periods. Sometimes these pass with time and support. Sometimes difficulties begin to affect everyday life, relationships, school or how a child feels about themselves.
You might notice:
Anxiety & Worry
Persistent worry, fears, avoidance, anxious thoughts or feeling overwhelmed.
Big Feelings & Emotional Regulation
Anger, frustration, emotional outbursts, shutdowns or difficulty understanding and expressing feelings.
Confidence & Self-Esteem
Low confidence, harsh self-talk, perfectionism, comparison or feeling that they aren't good enough.
Friendships & Social Difficulties
Falling out, feeling left out, bullying, social anxiety or difficulties navigating changing friendships.
School Difficulties & Transitions
School anxiety, increased expectations, changes in routine, starting or moving school, or struggling to manage school life.
Family Change
Separation, divorce, blended families, new siblings, moving home or changes in family relationships.
Identity & Sense of Self
Questions about who they are, where they fit, what matters to them and how they see themselves.
Living With Health Conditions
The psychological impact of illness, medical experiences, changing abilities or living with ongoing health needs.
The Framework
Therapy is about more than reducing symptoms
The Conditions to Flourish Framework, developed by Zara O'Brien, provides the psychological foundation for the work.
UNDERSTAND
SUPPORT
FLOURISH
...and importantly!
SUSTAIN
We work together to make sense of what is happening and what might be contributing to it.
We identify what could make things easier, whether that's therapeutic work, developing skills, supporting relationships, adapting environments or helping the adults around the child.
We look beyond reducing difficulties to consider what helps a child feel connected, confident, capable and able to enjoy and participate in life.
We think about what will help positive changes continue beyond therapy, including strengthening skills, relationships, routines and supportive environments.
Know yourself. Feel understood.
Know what helps. Feel supported.
Feel able to be yourself and take part in life.
Keep growing. Keep what works.
Support shaped around their age and stage
Ages 6-11
Playful, creative, hands-on
Younger children rarely sit and talk about feelings directly — so the work doesn't ask them to. Sessions use play, drawing, story and movement to help children process what's going on, build emotional vocabulary, and feel safe enough to open up in their own way.
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Sand tray, puppets and small-world play
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Worksheets and creative tools used flexibly
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Parent feedback after every block of sessions
Ages 12 -17
Playful, creative, hands-on
Teenagers need to feel they're being taken seriously, not managed. Sessions are talk-led with the option of creative and reflective tools, and the teen sets the pace alongside a clear, consistent therapeutic frame.
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One-to-one talking therapy, in person or online
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Confidential space with clear, agreed boundaries
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Practical tools they can actually use day to day
HOW WE GET STARTED
A simple, low-pressure process
A no-obligation conversation between the child, parent and us to talk through what's going on and whether this is the right fit.
1
Free 15-minute call
Because the hardest part is usually just reaching out for help.
Building upon our initial call, the assessment session helps us to understand the full picture and firm up on goals for therapy.
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Assessment Session
Regular weekly sessions, reviewed together every 6–8 weeks so you always know how things are progressing.
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Ongoing Sessions
Where
Session Length
In person in Eastbourne, or online across the UK
50 minutes, usually weekly, maximum fortnightly
Fee
£65 per session