Counselling and Therapy Services

Step 1: Initial Consultation

Your journey begins when you get in touch and we have an initial consultation, where we’ll discuss your child’s specific challenges, goals, and concerns. This session typically lasts up to 75 minutes and allows us to get a comprehensive understanding of what’s going on for your child or teen. It’s also an opportunity for you to ask any questions about our approach and ensure we’re the right fit for your family’s needs. The initial consultation can take place online or in-person at our Mansfield clinic.

Step 2: Personalised Counselling and Treatment Plan

Once we understand your family and child's emotional landscape, we’ll create a personalised treatment plan using evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, and positive psychology. Grounded in neuroscience and child development principles, our focus is on building emotional regulation, resilience, and confidence. For anxiety, school stress, or social challenges, we equip children with practical strategies to navigate life’s hurdles with greater ease.

Step 3: Ongoing Sessions

Ongoing sessions typically last 45-55 minutes and can be conducted either online or in-person, depending on your preference and convenience. During these sessions, your child or teen will learn practical tools to manage emotions, cope with stress, build resilience, and navigate social and academic challenges. Our approach fosters self-awareness, problem-solving skills, and emotional regulation, empowering them to handle life’s ups and downs with confidence. 

Step 4: Empowering Families and Parents

As part of our commitment to family support, we provide regular updates and guidance for parents and carers. You’ll receive helpful strategies to reinforce what your child is learning in sessions and be equipped to manage challenges as they arise. The goal is to create a unified approach to emotional wellbeing that works at home, at school, and in social settings.

Step 5: Measuring Progress and Building Lifelong Skills

As your child develops new skills and emotional resilience, we use a measurement-based care approach to track their progress. Through regular assessments and feedback, we ensure that counselling is making a meaningful impact and adjust the treatment plan as needed.

With this data-driven approach, we can see what’s working, refine strategies, and provide parents with clear insights into their child’s growth. As they gain confidence in managing their emotions independently, session frequency may decrease. Our ultimate goal is to equip children, teens, and families with a lasting toolkit of skills to navigate life’s challenges with self-assurance.