Child & Teen Depression

Self-harm advice for parents worried about their child

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 13:14:26 +0000

Suspecting your child or teenager of intentionally harming themselves can be incredibly distressing for any parent, especially as it isn't always obvious how best to help them. While we understand the difficulties this can bring, please remember that support is available. Self-harm, which includes self-poisoning and self-injury, is intentionally be...

What causes depression in children and young people?

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 11:37:58 +0000

Depression is a common mental health condition that affects people of all ages, including young people. In the UK, it's estimated that one in ten children and teenagers experience depression. Treatment for young people with depression can be highly effective and usually involves a combination of talking therapy and learning techniques to improve mo...

What to expect when taking your child to therapy

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 16:18:34 +0000

Starting therapy for your child can be daunting, but it's important to remember that it's a positive step towards helping them cope with their emotions and behaviours. Here are a few things to expect when your child begins talking therapy. First and foremost, therapy is a team effort. The therapist will work with your child, but you and potentially...

How to be a better listener

Fri, 09 Feb 2018 08:48:01 +0000

Active listening is about “listening for meaning”. As a trainee therapist the first skill you must master is active listening. In my experience, it is all about shutting out everything that is going on in my head and just concentrating on what my patient is telling me, it is about being in the “here and now”. Active listenin...