Children and Young Persons Counselling

There are enormous benefits of counselling and psychotherapy (or simply therapy) for children and young people, and some of these include:

• Enabling CYPs cope with difficult emotions they are struggling with, such as anger, sadness, fear, or guilt. Therapy provides a safe and supportive space, allowing CYPs to express and process their feelings, and teaching them effective coping strategies or emotional regulation skills.
• Improving CYP’s self-esteem, confidence, and resilience, by helping them identify and challenge negative thoughts and beliefs about themselves. Therapy encourages them to recognise and appreciate their strengths and achievements, and empowers them to overcome challenges and setbacks.
• Enhancing CYP’s communication and social skills, and their relationships with family, friends, and peers. This is done by helping them develop empathy, assertiveness, and conflict resolution skills. Therapy helps facilitate positive interactions and feedback, and helps address any issues or difficulties that may arise in their interpersonal dynamics.
• Supporting CYP’s academic performance, motivation, and creativity. This is done by helping them set realistic and attainable goals, by providing them with guidance and feedback, by enhancing their concentration and memory skills, and by stimulating their curiosity and imagination.
• Fostering CYP’s personal growth, development, and well-being. Children and young people can be helped and encouraged to explore their identity, values, and interests, to promote their autonomy and independence, and enhance their physical and mental health, ultimately supporting their happiness and wellbeing.