Teenagers and young adults

The teenage years can be especially challenging. Experiences with friendships, school and social media can affect how young people see themselves and where they feel they belong. I work with issues such as anxiety, low mood, stress, self-esteem, identity, friendships, family relationships, school or exam pressure, and managing strong emotions.

Young people can benefit from a safe, confidential space where together we can think about what is going on for them and what might help make life more easeful.

Moving towards adulthood doesn’t always feel straightforward. Some young people feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about the future. Together we can explore difficult emotions and unhealthy patterns of behaviour. For many young people, therapy is mostly about talking. It can help to have a safe, confidential place to explore your thoughts, feelings and relationships, especially when things feel overwhelming or hard to explain. If talking feels difficult at times, we can also use creative or reflective ways of working to help you express yourself.

Therapy is a space just for you — somewhere you can talk openly about what’s going on in your life, without being judged or rushed. As an integrative psychotherapist, I don’t use a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, sessions are shaped around you, what you’re dealing with, and what feels most helpful.

My aim is to help young people develop greater self-understanding, confidence and emotional resilience, so they feel better equipped to manage life’s challenges.