Sep 10 2024

Self-harm among children and adolescents is a growing concern, with worrying statistics highlighting significant differences between boys and girls in the UK and Ireland. As a parent, it is crucial to understand the factors that drive self-harm, recognise the warning signs, and know how to approach this sensitive[…]

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Sep 1 2024

Let me introduce you to three distinct voices that can intensify a child’s anxiety unnecessarily. However, these voices might also be familiar to you. One of these voices is the anxious voice that resides within your mind. It can sometimes create a few complications when you’re feeling anxious.[…]

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Aug 21 2024

School refusal is a concerning issue that affects many children and families. At its core, school refusal is when a child refuses to go to school or has significant difficulty attending on a regular basis. This can manifest in a variety of ways – a child may outright[…]

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Aug 12 2024

Child Therapy Telford has moved (well kind of…) all be it to the ground floor, still in Wellington, Telford close to M54 Junction 7. Easily accessible from Wolverhampton, Newport, and Shrewsbury. Bridgnorth, Oswestry, Much Wenlock and more. Although I don’t just limit myself to West Midland locations, I[…]

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Aug 12 2024

As a foster parent, Childline counsellor and NLP4Kids Practitioner,  I often observe the profound impact that confidence, or the lack thereof, can have on children’s lives. In today’s world, many children and teenagers face unique challenges that can erode their self-confidence. However, with the right support and techniques, we can help them build the confidence they[…]

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Aug 1 2024

This article will discuss the topic of responsibility, focusing specifically on mental health. More specifically, I want to address the issue of anxiety. Recently, I had a conversation with our HR department at work, and it was quite challenging for me to accept their viewpoint. They told me[…]

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Jul 26 2024

Since my trip to India to launch the NLP4Kids franchise in this beautiful, diverse country, I have faced some heavy criticism from the country’s natives regarding the likelihood of successfully providing our coaching and mental wellbeing services to the nations young people. It appears that when it comes[…]

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Jul 18 2024

As a parent or carer, it’s natural to want the best for your child, teenager or young person, especially when it comes to their mental and emotional well-being. When faced with challenges or concerns that affect their mental health, seeking the help of a child therapist can be[…]

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Jul 17 2024

July 17th is World Emoji Day!  July 17th is World Emoji Day, and as a child therapist, I’m happy to share how emojis can help when working with little ones who are struggling to find the words to express their feelings. For many children, opening up about their[…]

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Jul 8 2024

I have been working with children and young people now for over twenty-four years and love the awe and wonder they have when learning about how they work and how our world works. The best part is what I call the light bulb moment when they understand a[…]

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