Supporting Young Minds: Expert Counselling for Teenagers and Children
At the Harley Psychology & Therapy Group, our teenager and child counselling services support young people’s unique needs. Our expert therapists and psychologists work closely with families to address challenges, build confidence, and promote emotional wellbeing in a safe environment.
Who Our Counselling For Teenagers And Children Can Help
If you answer yes to one or more of these questions, you may benefit from our counselling for children and teenagers to help them manage their mental health problems and challenges.
- Do you (if you are reading this for yourself) or your child seem withdrawn, angry or anxious a lot of the time?
- Do you or your child frequently complain of stomachaches, headaches, or other physical problems for which there appears to be no obvious cause?
- Are you or your child finding tasks either at school or home, harder or less interesting than before?
- Are you or your child behaving in ways that seem out of character?
We offer free, quick, confidential and scientifically validated tests that can evaluate your young person’s mental health and point you in the right direction.
“I went to The Harley Psychology & Therapy Group to get help for my daughter who was struggling with anxiety. The psychologist we saw was fantastic and quickly gained my daughter’s confidence and taught her strategies to manage her worries. We also did some work as a family and with the school which helped me to continue supporting my daughter after the treatment was finished.”
Anna
Supporting Young Minds:
How our counselling for teenagers and children can help
Teenagers face many challenges. They must adapt not only to significant physical changes in their bodies but also to the increasing demands and expectations of society. This makes adolescence and early adulthood a common time for the emergence of mental health problems including anxiety, depression, eating disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Teen or children’s counselling can help your child manage the challenges of mental health problems and navigate the first round of life’s challenges. Doing this at this early point can provide young adults with a significant advantage for the rest of their lives.
Common signs your child or teen may need counselling.
Children and teenagers often struggle to express emotional distress directly, so parents should look out for behavioural or mood changes. Persistent sadness, withdrawal from friends or family, sudden outbursts, difficulty sleeping, or a drop in school performance may indicate a deeper issue. Other warning signs include anxiety, low self-esteem, or reluctance to attend school.
Recognising these patterns early allows parents to seek professional support, helping their child better understand and manage their emotions before things escalate further.
The impact of mental health challenges on children and teens
Mental health challenges can affect every part of a young person’s life, from academic performance and friendships to self-image and emotional regulation. Anxiety, depression, or trauma can manifest in sleep disturbances, isolation, irritability, and even physical symptoms. Left unaddressed, these issues can become more difficult to treat in adulthood.
Early support through teen or children counselling can improve resilience, boost confidence, and equip children and teens with the coping tools they need to thrive both now and in the future.
Why choose The Harley Psychology & Therapy Group
At The Harley Psychology & Therapy Group, we offer compassionate, specialist support tailored to children and teenagers. Our experienced therapists and psychologists understand the unique emotional needs of young people and create a warm, non-judgemental space where they feel safe to talk.
Using evidence-based approaches and working closely with families when needed, we help children build emotional awareness, confidence, and healthier coping strategies. With flexible appointments and a thoughtful, personalised approach, we’re here to support your child’s wellbeing every step of the way.
How does counselling for teenagers and children work?
Step 1
Your therapist meets with your family together and individually (if you are comfortable to do so) to understand the issues and determine the best way to help
Step 2
As part of our teen counselling, your therapist works with the child or teen to address their problems, reduce symptoms, learn ways of avoiding similar problems and build self-esteem to prevent future difficulties.
Step 3
Typically, sessions alternate between the young person only and the parent attending. The parent and young person sessions help parents support their child effectively with current difficulties and protect their child against similar problems in the future. They are vital to ensure your child gets ongoing support outside of weekly therapy times. These sessions also help navigate the challenges of adolescence in a way that bolsters your child’s self-esteem and confidence and future-proof their mental health and wellbeing.
FAQs
What is counselling for children?
Counselling for children gives a young person the opportunity to talk about their feelings, thoughts, concerns and experiences in a non-judgmental, safe and confidential space. These may include anxiety, low esteem, exam stress, relationships and family worries.
How common are mental health problems in teenagers?
Around 1 in 10 children between 5-16 years have a diagnosable mental health problem
3.3% or about 290,000 children and young people have an anxiety disorder
0.9% or nearly 80,000 children and young people are seriously depressed
5.8% or just over 510,000 children and young people have a conduct disorder
1.5% or just over 132,000 children and young people have severe ADHD
These figures are taken from the latest ONS Child and Adolescent Mental Health Survey (2004)
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Information and self-help for young people and parents
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