Personalised therapeutic and academic support for children, teenagers and adults — tailored to your needs, online or face-to-face.
Talking therapy and creative approaches for children, teenagers and adults — adapted to each client's age, needs and preferences.
In Key Stage 1, children can struggle with big emotions, anxiety, low confidence, difficulties with friendships, or challenges in focus and learning. Play therapy offers a safe and creative way for them to express feelings, build resilience, and develop social and emotional skills — all through play. It helps children make sense of their world, grow in confidence, and thrive both in and out of the classroom.
In Key Stage 2, children often face growing pressures — from academic demands and friendship changes to rising anxiety, low self-esteem, or difficulties managing big emotions. At this stage, special educational needs can also become more prominent, with challenges around focus, organisation, or learning differences coming to the surface.
Through a blend of play therapy, talking therapy, and psychoeducation, I help children better understand their feelings, build coping skills, and develop confidence in themselves.
In Key Stage 3 and beyond, the transition to adolescence brings new pressures. Hormonal changes, social media, shifting friendships, and more complex family relationships can all impact a young person's wellbeing. Academic demands also increase, and for some, underlying SEN may become more prominent.
Using a combination of talking therapy, creative therapies, and psychoeducation, I support young people in making sense of their experiences, building resilience, and developing healthier ways to cope with stress, relationships, and self-image.
Personalised guidance for students with ADHD, dyslexia and autism — helping them feel more in control of their learning.
Whilst a superpower, ADHD can often be misunderstood by parents and teaching professionals, leading to children being labelled as naughty or lazy. Students with ADHD can display a range of behaviour and personality traits such as disorganisation, impulsivity, poor concentration, task paralysis, relationship difficulties or hyper-focus. ADHD traits can impact self-esteem and confidence. If your child would benefit from strategies or support with their ADHD, please reach out for an initial chat.
Students with dyslexia are known to work harder than others and often work extra hours to overcome daily challenges. This additional effort can go unnoticed but can cause the dyslexic student to feel tired, especially when preparing for exams. Strategies for remembering, planning, structuring or organising work can help students feel more in control of their workload. Advice regarding Exam Access Arrangements can assist the student in performing more effectively in exams or tests.
Children on the Autistic Spectrum can often think creatively and retain expert knowledge about topics of interest. However, some students can feel overwhelmed or anxious in a classroom setting. Strategies for managing sensory overload are essential, and additional support to assist with social skills and understanding can be invaluable.
Online academic coaching is welcomed by students and is an effective medium for engaging students in managing their focus, performance and concentration. The integration of technology allows for the creation of genuinely personalised sessions. Young people thrive during online coaching and benefit from the one-to-one relationship that is developed.
Face-to-face sessions are available in the Yarm and Stokesley area. Whether you prefer meeting in person or online, I will work with you to find the approach that suits you or your child best.
A flexible, reliable service for schools and colleges.
As a freelance Exam Access Assessor, I offer a flexible, reliable, and cost-effective service to schools and colleges. Undertaking assessments for schools relieves the Senco of this time-consuming process and ensures that students receive the arrangements they need promptly.
I am a qualified teacher and hold the level 7 qualification (CPT3A) for educational testing. I am registered with the British Psychological Society and attend annual training to ensure that I am fully up to date with changes to the Joint Council for Qualifications requirements.
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