Child Therapy in Sunderland and Northumberland

I offer child psychotherapy in Sunderland, with outdoor therapy sessions available in a private woodland space in Longhorsley, Northumberland, near Morpeth, Ponteland and Hexham. I work with children who are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, low in confidence, or struggling with emotions, behaviour, friendships or school.

When you’re worried about your child

You might have noticed changes in your child, perhaps they seem more anxious, withdrawn, angry, or overwhelmed. School may be becoming difficult, friendships may feel harder, or their confidence may have changed.

Sometimes children can’t explain what’s going on. They may not have the words for how they feel, but you can sense that something isn’t quite right.

You’re not alone in feeling this, and your child doesn’t have to manage it on their own.

A gentle, supportive space for your child

I offer a calm, steady space where your child can begin to express and make sense of what’s going on in a way that feels natural to them.

There’s no pressure to sit still or talk directly about everything. Sessions are adapted to your child and may include:

• Talking
• Creative work
• Movement
• Play-based approaches

We go at your child’s pace, helping them feel safer, more settled, and better able to manage their emotions over time.

Outdoor therapy for children

For some children, sitting in a therapy room can feel too much. Outdoor therapy can offer a different way to begin.

Sessions can take place in a dedicated woodland space in Northumberland, where there is space to move, less pressure, and a quieter, more natural environment. Being outdoors can help children feel more at ease, making it easier for them to express themselves and regulate their emotions.

Outdoor therapy can be particularly helpful for children who:

• Struggle to talk about their feelings
• Feel anxious or overwhelmed
• Find it hard to sit still
• Engage better through movement or being outside

EMDR therapy for children

Where appropriate, I also offer EMDR therapy for children. EMDR can help process distressing or overwhelming experiences without your child needing to talk through everything in detail.

For children, EMDR is adapted using drawing, storytelling, movement and creative approaches, helping them feel more in control and less overwhelmed.

Getting started

If you’re feeling unsure or worried about your child, you’re welcome to get in touch.

I offer a free 20-minute consultation where we can talk things through, and you can get a sense of whether this feels like the right support for your child.