Child Counselling Therapists in Brighton & Hove

The Importance of Child Counselling

Children face many emotional and behavioral challenges as they grow and develop. Some children may struggle with anxiety, anger, social difficulties, or coping with life changes such as divorce or moving. Child counselling provides a supportive environment for children to express their emotions, learn healthy coping skills, and navigate challenges in a healthy way.

How Child Counselling Supports Emotional Development

Therapy helps children understand their emotions and develop the skills they need to manage stress, build resilience, and improve their relationships with others. Child counsellors use age-appropriate techniques such as play therapy or cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to engage children in the therapeutic process.

Building Better Communication Skills

Counselling helps children improve their communication skills, allowing them to express their emotions and needs more effectively. This also supports better relationships with family members, teachers, and peers.

Addressing Behavioral Issues

For children who struggle with behavioral issues, counselling focuses on identifying the root causes of their behavior and teaching them healthier ways to cope with their emotions. Therapy encourages positive behavior changes while supporting the child’s overall emotional well-being.

  • Supporting emotional development
  • Building communication skills
  • Addressing behavioral challenges
  • Improving relationships

Child Counselling specialists based in Brighton & Hove

All therapists listed are verified and based in Brighton & Hove.

Sharon Twomey Brighton

Sharon Twomey

Psychotherapeutic counsellor

I’m Sharon, a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor offering short and long term therapy across Brighton and Hove both in person and online. My work is trauma-informed and rooted in compassion, supporting adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, stress, and relational difficulties.My approach is deeply empathic and nurturing, blending warmth with thoughtful challenge. I offer a confidential space where you can feel held with care as you reflect, engage with difficult emotions, and begin the journey toward meaningful and lasting change.


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