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[…]

Let’s talk about Hannah Hampton. From being born with strabismus (an eye condition that affected her vision) to becoming a professional goalkeeper and England Lioness… her journey is anything but ordinary. She didn’t just break through the glass ceiling. She smashed it with gloves on. This is resilience in[…]

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[…]

It’s much more than a paper aeroplane… fun and effective exercise to help children with anxiety. I want to let you how great the paper plane exercise can be. It’s not just about folding paper and throwing it out the window. It’s a special way for kids to[…]

Children can struggle to cope with challenging situations at home or in school, leading to issues like anxiety and behaviour problems. These challenges often arise from inadequate coping strategies, either in response to home circumstances or due to their own developmental and coping abilities. The consequences of a[…]

The power of a post it note! and a necessary interruption Recently I found a yellow sticky post-it note handwritten by my 11-year-old daughter, which had been planted in my pencil case …. yes I still use a pencil case! And unashamedly it comes with a strict rule[…]

The holiday season is a time of joy and togetherness, but it can also bring about stress and challenges for families. As a child and teen therapist at Child Therapy Telford I specialise in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), I’m here to share some practical tips and strategies to help[…]

Creating a positive and effective therapy experience from a child’s point of view requires a thoughtful and child-centered approach. Here are some steps to help make therapy sessions more child-friendly: Choose a Child-Friendly Therapist: Look for a therapist who specialises in child therapy and has experience working with[…]