Parents

If you’re here, you’re probably worried about your child.
Maybe they’re not themselves lately. Maybe you’ve noticed changes in their mood, behaviour, friendships or school. Maybe they say they’re “fine”… but you know they’re not.

I want to say this clearly: you are not expected to manage your child’s mental health on your own. Reaching out for support isn’t a last resort — it’s a responsible, proactive step.

And the fact you’re even reading this? It tells me you care deeply. You’re already showing up for your child.

“Is this normal… or something more?”

One of the hardest parts of parenting is not knowing where the line is.

Mental health exists on a spectrum — from coping well to really struggling — and young people can move along that spectrum at different times. As parents, our role isn’t to get it perfect. It’s to notice when something feels off and respond early.

Support isn’t only for when things feel severe. It can also help when your child is:

Feeling more anxious, low or overwhelmed than usual
Struggling to manage big emotions
Losing confidence or withdrawing
Finding friendships or school difficult
Or simply needing a space to be heard and understood

Early support can make a significant difference. Small things, addressed early, are often much easier to work through.

You’re doing your best — even if it doesn’t feel like it

I work with a lot of parents who are exhausted and questioning themselves.

You’re juggling work, finances, family life — and trying to support a child who might not be able to tell you what’s wrong. Of course your capacity feels stretched at times. That’s human.

Taking care of yourself matters here. Not as a luxury — as a necessity. When you’re supported, you’re better able to support them.

And just to say — I don’t see parents as the problem. I see you as a key part of the solution.

Working together

You are the expert in your child. I’m the expert in child and adolescent mental health.

When we work together, therapy becomes more effective. I involve parents in a way that feels supportive, practical and clear — so you leave knowing what helps, what doesn’t, and how to respond in the moment.

This might include:

Understanding what’s really driving your child’s behaviour (because behaviour is communication)
Learning how to respond to emotions in a way that actually helps
Supporting you to advocate for your child in school or other settings
Offering parent consultations before, alongside and/or after your child’s therapy

You won’t be left guessing.

Considering your options

Many families explore support through CAMHS, and for some, that works well. Others seek private therapy, often due to waiting times, wanting more flexibility, or looking for more specialist support.

There isn’t a “right” choice. Just what feels right for your child and your family. I try to make sure private therapy is as accessible as possible by offering:

Reduced fees for families accessing free school meals or universal credit
Saturday morning consultation slots
Specialist in adapting therapy for neurodiverse young people
Short and longer term therapy options
Discounts for block booking for mentoring sessions
Over 16s can contact directly for support
Extensive between session support (including liasing with schools and other support services)

It’s all about making sure your child gets the support they need.

You don’t have to figure this out alone

If you’re worried about your child, trust that instinct. You don’t need to wait for things to get worse.

You can book a free, no-obligation consultation to ask questions, share what’s been going on, and get a clearer sense of next steps.