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Trauma-Informed Therapy
for children and young people in Berkshire
Relieving emotional and behavioural issues by understanding our feelings, the way we relate to ourselves and others and processing trauma.
Who is it for?
With young children we explore emotional and behavioural issues through trauma-informed play therapy and therapeutic narratives.
Adolescence can be confusing and overwhelming. We work with young people to understand the explosive changes and challenges facing them.
We help parents, carers and guardians understand their child, supporting with emotional and behavioural difficulties to strengthen family relationships.
We meet and discuss your schools' and organisation's needs. offering up to 5 sessions/day tailored to your requirements.
About Debra...
My experience includes the public and private sector -
NHS, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) Foster & Adoption, Kinship and Carers Team
I have worked in schools since 2008, providing emotional and therapeutic support to children and teenagers from 4 - 18 years.
My qualifications...
MA: Psychological Therapies with Children, Adolescents & Families, The Tavistock & Portman NHS Foundation Trust
EMDR - qualified to work with children and adults. Using therapeutic narratives and EMDR-Sandtray therapy (Gomez) for clients with attachment wounding and developmental trauma.
Post Grad Certificate: Mental health and well-being: multi-disciplinary practice with young people and adults, The Tavistock & Portman NHS Foundation Trust
BA Hons: Psychology & Law, University of Liverpool.
Help comes from...
In the 15 minute consultation we'll explore how we work together.
Followed by a 3 session assessment phase which enables us to focus on the psychological root of emotional suffering, exploring and reflecting on problematic relationships and patterns.
What do I help with?
- Childhood trauma and adverse experiences, such as attachment difficulties, abuse and neglect
- Post-Traumatic Stress Dissorder (PTSD) and Complex PTSD
- Anxiety, stress, fears, phobias and low mood
- Identity, sexuality and gender exploration
- Life transitions, loss and grief.
Professional Information...
Regulatory Body: MBACP: 396997
Accreditation: British Psychoanalytic Society
member no: 39157
Insurance Oxygen Reference: OXY 8420232
ICO registration reference: ZB413574
