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Counseling area

Child & Adolescent Counseling

Children and teenagers sometimes need extra support, especially when they are growing up between languages and cultures. A child and adolescent specialist works with your child and with you.

  • Video, phone or in person
  • Confidential sessions

Common signs and concerns

If one or more of these sounds familiar, talking with a specialist can help.

  • Sudden changes in mood, behavior, or school performance
  • Difficulty adjusting to a family change like divorce or a new sibling
  • Trouble making friends, managing emotions, or handling anxiety
  • Withdrawal, irritability, or acting out that is new or worsening

Specialists in this area

Frequently asked questions

Will I be involved as a parent?

Yes. Specialists aim to involve parents or carers, and will agree with you how and how often you are kept informed, depending on your child's age and needs.

At what age can a child start counseling?

There is no fixed minimum age. Specialists adapt their approach for younger children, older children and teenagers.

Will sessions stay private from parents?

Specialists balance a child's need for a safe, confidential space with keeping parents appropriately informed. This is usually discussed at the start.

Ready to begin?

See when specialists in this area are free and book a session at a time that suits you.

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