Providing psychotherapy and counselling to children, young people and families.
To support positive mental health and well-being
My approach
I am an integrative psychotherapist and a passionate advocate for the right of every person to be seen, heard and understood. I specialise in working with children and young people and offer an empathic, non-judgemental, safe space in which clients can explore their thoughts and feelings.
Providing you with a safe space
All appointments will take place online in the privacy of a 1-1 setting. Clients are deeply valued, and my approach is based on evidenced based research to facilitate awareness, change and wellbeing.
My services
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Adolescents
I work in schools and in private practice with adolescents and young people to help them make sense of the changes they are experiencing, and consider alternative ways of thinking, feeling or behaving. Where appropriate, I may also work with parents to support the communication at home.
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Children & Families
I work as a Play Therapist in schools and in a private capacity with children who have experienced a range of emotional, social or behavioural difficulties. Following an initial assessment with parents/and teachers, I use symbol and metaphor to allow children to express difficult feelings. My work with children also includes regular parent reviews.
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Mentoring and Educational Support
I work with children and adolescents who need more general guidance and support with the academic challenges of 11+, GCSE and A-level examinations.
Kate Richards
I’m a qualified Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist (MA) who works with children, young people and families. My experience includes working with a broad range of emotional and behaviour difficulties such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties with peers and family, aggressive behaviour, bereavement and loss. I also have experience working with children and young people with neurodiversity - particularly Autism and ADHD. Previously, I worked as a teacher in a secondary school setting and continue to offer educational guidance and support in a 1-1 capacity alongside my therapeutic work.
Location
I am based in Brixton, South London. However, I’m currently only able to offer remote appointments.