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Team: Counselling

Clemmie Mason

Clemmie Mason

I am an Attachment-based integrative Child Psychotherapist working with clients from age 4 up to 18. I qualified with an MA in Child Psychotherapy in 2016 from the Institute of Art and Therapy in Education. This rigorous training provided me with the opportunity to become UKCP certified after I qualified. I have gained experience working in many different primary and secondary London schools with individual children and groups. My one to one integrative psychotherapy sessions offer children and adolescents a safe, reflective space while I work collaboratively with school staff and parents to find strategies to best support the child. […]… Read more.

Natasha Doulton

Natasha Doulton

I have worked therapeutically with children and young people in the education sector for over 10 years in addition to 7 years counselling adults.  I am also a qualified teacher and specialised in SEN, working with children and young adults for over 10 years. I am passionate at helping children and adults who feel lost, confused, trapped or overwhelmed; helping them become more resilient and find hope.  That where they are doesn’t have to be the end, but with the right support, and care, it can become a beginning in a new chapter…. Read more.

Holly Rhind

Holly Rhind

I take a psychotherapeutic approach to my clients, informed by attachment theory, object relations and play therapy practices. I also use mindfulness and emotional regulation interventions. Always at the forefront of mind is creating a warm and compassionate environment for the child or young person. I believe in treating everyone with sensitivity and empathy. Therapy can feel scary and sometimes it feels like feelings are too difficult to describe. I create a safe space where a young person can feel heard and able to express themselves through different mediums…. Read more.

Elizabeth Cohen

Elizabeth Cohen

I was trained at the Caspari Foundation in Educational Psychotherapy and have been a psychotherapist for 7 years. Educational psychotherapy is based on the premise that barriers to learning have a strong emotional component and that difficulties in these areas often go hand in hand. Therapy takes place through the medium of games, toys, books, drawing and conversation. I work both with primary and secondary aged children and young people in a variety of settings. I have worked with a variety of issues over the years including the effects of being a Looked After Child, family conflict, separation, divorce and bereavement…. Read more.

Melanie Walton

Melanie Walton

I have an MA in Play Therapy and I am registered with the British Association of Play Therapists (BAPT), I’m a Filial Therapist and a qualified primary school teacher. I use Play Therapy in a creative way to help children of all ages who require support with a range of social, emotional and mental health needs. My creative and Child-Centred Play Therapy sessions primarily use play, arts, music and movement – helping children to express and understand the challenges they have experienced. I have a broad experience of working with children and teenagers with a wide range of emotional and […]… Read more.

Rebecca Mottershead

Rebecca Mottershead

After over 30 years in teaching, I became acutely aware of the impact of mental health on children’s lives and decided to retrain as a Children’s Counsellor. My style of therapy involves an integrative approach adapted to each client’s needs depending on their age and interests using creative media. Many of the students are initially referred because they exhibit challenging behaviour in the classroom, which not only puts them at risk of exclusion, but impacts on their relationships with others.  Often the children are wary of adults, and working in a non-directive way, using play and metaphor enables them to […]… Read more.

Lami Buckley

Lami Buckley

I started my career as a sexual health doctor, where I developed a particular interest in the well-being of adolescents and young adults. I am BACP-registered with a postgraduate diploma in teenage counselling from the Institute for Arts in Therapy and Education (IATE). Currently, I am completing a Master’s, at The Tavistock, in psychodynamic psychotherapy for children, young people and families.  My approach to counselling is integrative, arts-based, and draws primarily on psychodynamic and systemic theories. I have experience of working, both in-person and online, with young people in secondary schools and colleges across London…. Read more.

Linda Culverwell

I am a passionate and experienced Art Therapist with a background in arts education as well as continuing my personal art practice. Also, I am the founder of an arts organisation ARTBASH & be, inspiring children and adults to freely express themselves through art making, gaining social confidence and supporting well-being. This experience led me to train for a master’s in Art Psychotherapy at The University of Hertfordshire. I am Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered and a full member of The British Association Of Art Therapists (BAAT). I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults in the education […]… Read more.

Cara Lorrimer

Cara Lorrimer

I studied for my Postgraduate Diploma in Child Counselling Using the Arts, at the Institute of Arts in Therapy and Education.  My approach is integrative and humanistic and sessions are creative in nature, using a range of tools and resources to enable children to talk about their emotional experiences. I’ve worked as a freelance counsellor in both primary and secondary school settings and charities such as Grief Encounter and The London Jewish Family Centre. I also offered private online sessions to children, young people and families, throughout the pandemic. I aim to be compassion focussed and non-judgemental, which enables children […]… Read more.

Ella Deeks

Ella Deeks

I am a BACP registered child and adolescent art and play therapist with over 10 years experience working with young people. Before training to be a therapist I was a primary school teacher.  I also worked in PRUs and as a nanny, experiences in which gave me comprehensive knowledge of the education, school and care systems and an understanding of the various factors affecting young people’s mental health. It is my core belief that art, play and self-expression is a powerful way to address issues experienced by many children.   My therapy is always led by the child or adolescent. I […]… Read more.

Testimonials

I have really noticed a difference at home, since starting her sessions, she seems
better within herself.

Parent

Therapy gave me a space to think about my insecurities, the times when I overthink, and my friendship issues.

Student

She is no longer upset in the mornings or in class. While she’s still not comfortable answering questions in a big group, she participates in lessons and does well. She will occasionally contribute in class and can ask for help when she needs it.

Teacher

It was good to share my feelings with someone whose job is to listen and understand someone’s feelings. It’s a fun place to be creative.

Student

My daughter really enjoys going to see you and looks forward to her weekly sessions. I don’t hear too much about them as I think it is important to her that they are private. She does however, want to recreate the activities at home. I have really appreciated you taking the time to communicate with me and keep me up to date on my daughter’s progress.

Parent

We feel that his attainment and emotional regulation have improved. His Dad spoke very highly of the experience that he had with you and thanked us for the referral to you.

Teacher

My son has settled in very well, has started being more confident and more comfortable speaking up. I believe the sessions with Magda have been an important part of this. I appreciate the termly face-to-face updates that Magda has provided to follow my son’s progress.

Parent

Child in Time is a wonderful organisation. Child in Time provide therapists in my current primary school and we have found the experience to be hugely supportive. The way the therapists are able to support pupils, staff and families is invaluable. I would unreservedly recommend Child in Time to anyone.

Teacher

Karen was wonderful. It’s such a helpful service – our daughter is on the spectrum, so spending an hour talking about the impact on us was truly restorative.

Parent

Empathetic, professional, knowledgeable, personable counselling. Highly recommended on all fronts.

Parent

This was a massive help to me as a parent of a child with recently diagnosed ADHD and autism. The therapist was so easy to talk to. Talking through my concerns and my son’s behaviour, has definitely made a difference to both my understanding and how to help him regulate his emotions better. I’ll definitely be booking again.

Parent