Tag: Child Therapy Telford
Why Summer Isn’t Always Sunshine for Some Children
And what you can do about it… We’re now well into the summer holidays. The early excitement has faded, the routines have gone out the window, and for many families, the emotional temperature in the home is rising faster than the outside weather. While the summer break is[…]
Read moreHelping Teenagers Choose a Career: Navigating the Maze
When I work with young people at Child Therapy Telford, particularly those who are in college or in their final year of secondary school, we often discuss their future aspirations. A common theme emerges during these conversations! The sheer variety of options available can be overwhelming for both[…]
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Perfectionism: The Silent Saboteur
At first glance, perfectionism can look like a positive trait, high standards, ambition, and a desire to do well. But dig a little deeper, and it’s often driven by something far less helpful: fear. Behind many perfectionist children is a quiet anxiety whispering: “What if I fail?” “What[…]
Read moreCalming Technique to Help Anxiety
👣Grounding techniques are practices that help you focus back on the present moment. They work by engaging your senses—sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell—helping you anchor in the here and now. Simple yet powerful tools that can benefit parents, teens and children. How it[…]
Read moreThe Importance of Addressing Anger in Childhood
It is often said that the way we handle our emotions in childhood significantly influences our emotional landscape as adults. While the idea that unaddressed temper tantrums in toddlers can lead to explosive reactions in teenagers—and even mid-life crises—may sound exaggerated, there is an element of truth to[…]
Read moreNavigating the Holiday Season – Tips for Families
Tips for Families The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of 😁🥳🫶joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, it can also bring about its own set of challenges and stresses, particularly for families 😧😵💫🥴. As a child and teen therapist at Child Therapy Telford, with a focus on[…]
Read moreADHD Myths and Facts
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental condition affecting many children and young people in the world. It can present challenges, including difficulties with attention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. However, there are numerous myths surrounding ADHD that can create misunderstandings. As an NLP practitioner and licenced NLP4Kids practitioner[…]
Read moreThe Power of Language, Self Talk and Generalising!
When talking through with clients at my office in Telford on how we interpret life from the outside through our 5 senses and what we choose to filter. I recollect a time when I generalised a situation and, upon reflecting what seemed a simple action and how it[…]
Read moreChild Therapy Telford has moved (well kind of)
Child Therapy Telford has moved! …All be it to the ground floor, still in Wellington, Telford close to M54 Junction 7. Easily accessible from Wolverhampton, Newport, Shrewsbury, Bridgnorth, Oswestry, Much Wenlock and more. Although I don’t just limit myself to West Midland locations, I also offer online sessions[…]
Read moreEmpowering Children & Teenagers: Building Confidence for Life
…Building Confidence for Life’s Adventures Let’s talk about confidence, what it means for our kids and why it’s a game-changer. Drawing from my experience as a mother and a child and young person’s NLP4kids therapist, I’ve witnessed the incredible impact of building confidence in young minds. Let’s explore[…]
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