Therapy for Children and Teens in Leeds
- Solution Focused Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy
- Support for childhood anxiety, low mood, stress, anger management, OCD, trauma and more
- Empathetic team
- Guidance for parents and caregivers
- Specialise in working with children, teenagers and young adults
- Free one-hour consultation
Our Leeds Therapists For Children and Teenagers, Kendra and Gill-Mary
With childhood and adolescence being such pivotal times in your child’s life, their self-esteem and resilience during this time is essential. As your child grows, they will naturally face emotional ups and downs, mood shifts, and physical development challenges.
Some children find this period of change more difficult than others and struggle to navigate their feelings appropriately. This is where the fairies at The Youth Fairy can step in.
Whether it’s child therapy services in Leeds or teen therapy in Leeds, our fairies Gill-Mary Smith and Kendra Stevenson are here to help. Both therapists, Gill-Mary and Kendra, are based out of South West and North West Leeds respectively, offering sessions in person and online.
Our South West Leeds Fairy - Gill-Mary Smith
Based in South West Leeds, Gill-Mary Smith has an extensive background in education, supporting young people, including as a SENDCo.Her past experience in these roles has significantly enhanced her approach to therapy for young people. With a deep understanding of the types of issues that typically impact a young person’s mental health, Gill offers sensitive and thoughtful solution-focused hypnotherapy in Leeds for children and teens.
Aside from providing child and teen therapy in Leeds, Gill is a Mum and enjoys spending time with her two boys.
As a passionate therapist and an enthusiastic advocate of children’s and young people’s well-being, Gill uses her experience and qualifications in clinical hypnotherapy and psychotherapy to handle a broad range of emotional and behavioural concerns, helping young people manage anxiety, depression, sleep disorders and OCD, amongst other things.
Gill is well-known for her compassionate therapeutic approach in and around Southwest Leeds. Offering a safe and understanding environment, Gill personalises each session to meet the specific requirements of the young people and teenagers she works with. Whether you’re seeking a therapist in Leeds to help support teenage depression or would like help with improving your child’s self-esteem, Gill is here to help.
Book your free initial consultation by emailing Gillmary@theyouthfairy.com.
Our North West Leeds Fairy - Kendra Stevenson
Based out of North Leeds, our fairy Kendra Stevenson draws on her decade-long experience working with children, young adults and their families. In her previous roles, she’s offered support and guided families struggling with financial difficulties as well as mental health issues such as anxiety and depression.
A trained specialist in solution-focused hypnotherapy and psychotherapy, Kendra places children at the forefront by preventing them from dwelling on past trauma and problems. Instead, she guides them through the process using solution-focused hypnotherapy to recognise and focus on their strengths and potential. She creates a calm and compassionate space for children suffering from low self-esteem, low confidence, trauma, self-harm and sleep problems.
With her expert guidance and non-judgemental solution-focused hypnotherapy in North Leeds for children and teens, Kendra helps young adults and children bring about positive changes, supporting them towards a brighter future.
Whether you’re seeking a child therapist in Leeds for low confidence, exam stress or anxiety, Kendra is here for you.
Book your free consultation with Kendra or call her on 07904573930.
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Exploring Our Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy in Leeds
There are numerous types of child and teen counselling in Leeds, and The Youth Fairy takes a solution focused approach to therapy. Both Kendra and Gill work with children to focus on making changes for the future, rather than dwelling on negative areas of their past. Naturally, children feel safer and calmer in a comfortable environment, so we make sure our therapy spaces are warm and judgement-free. This allows young minds to better express themselves and receive the support they require.
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Whether your child is coming to see Kendra or Gill-Mary for the initial consultation, they will explain how the brain works to create unwanted behaviours and emotional responses. This essential step allows your child to feel more at ease, and for you, as parents or caregivers, to understand the science behind why they may be feeling a certain way.
Our child therapists in Leeds, Gill and Kendra are here to listen, comprehend, and support your child. We recognise the stresses and difficulties that come with growing up, including relationships, school and other changes. It’s essential to navigate these formative years with care to encourage resilience and self-confidence. Our teenage therapists in Leeds are dedicated to providing support in a healthy, positive way.
The Youth Fairy value open communication and work to highlight your child’s talents, giving them the skills and resources they need to achieve their potential. Every child’s mind is unique, and we acknowledge this. We tailor our approach to each child or adolescent to address their unique emotional difficulties in a more personal way.
Specialised Focus
The Youth Fairy’s specialise in working with children and teenages and has a variety of programmes, with customised techniques, depending on your child's developmental stage. Our dedication to child-led therapy connects with young people and helps to successfully address the unique issues and challenges they face. Our child therapists in Leeds are highly experienced and dedicated, working patiently to resolve personal challenges.
Experienced Therapists
Gill-Mary Smith, Kendra Stevenson, and our wider team of therapists provide solution-focused clinical hypnotherapy and psychotherapy to empower young minds. Through fostering self-awareness and resilience, these methods assist children and teenagers in creating positive coping strategies and an optimistic outlook for personal development. Our child therapists in Leeds are highly experienced, bringing a wealth of knowledge, passion and empathy to meet the unique needs of every child.
Supporting Family Involvement
Effective therapy requires a secure and caring atmosphere, which The Youth Fairy consistently provides. Young people need to feel comfortable enough to open up and participate completely in the therapy process, and our supportive environment helps them do just that. Parents can browse through our website’s articles on The Parent Pad to learn about healthy child development. Your active involvement in the process offers support to your child at home between sessions and complements our approach.
Our Child Therapy in Leeds
We at The Youth Fairy recognise that every child’s path is distinct, filled with both obstacles and significant celebrations. We are committed to promoting well-being and emotional resilience in a kind and caring setting as your trusted child and teen hypnotherapists in Leeds. Our carefully planned programmes support the development and potential of young people
Our fairies personalise their therapy techniques to each child’s unique requirements, recognising their individuality. Our teenager therapists in Leeds use a range of interventions to carefully and skillfully handle the many difficulties children from all backgrounds encounter.
Our solution-focused hypnotherapy in Leeds offers your child the required help and direction at every stage of their journey, be it dealing with behavioural issues, school avoidance, or adjusting to big life events. We constantly keep up to date with the neuroscience behind wellbeing and relevant techniques that promote self-expression, help develop coping mechanisms, and raise self-esteem.
For child hypnotherapy and psychotherapy in Leeds, choose our trusted fairies at The Youth Fairy. We are here to provide a safe and supportive environment for your child to develop and thrive.
Our Teenage Therapy in Leeds
Gill-Mary and Kendra are well-aware of the challenging emotional terrain that today’s teenagers must take on. Our trained and experienced child psychotherapists in Leeds are here to help your child at every stage of their journey as they understand the specific problems that come with being a teenager, including peer pressure, anxiety, and concerns with self-esteem and anxiety.
Our solution-focused hypnotherapy approach is designed to provide your child with the mental and emotional resources they require to succeed. We value the critical role that parents and other caregivers play in the therapeutic process and believe in the power of teamwork by offering advice on how to assist your child’s progress at home.
Take the first step towards supporting your child’s well-being. For child hypnotherapy and psychotherapy in Leeds, schedule your free initial consultation with Gill-Mary or Kendra.
"Thank you from the bottom of my heart! You have given so much to my daughter. She is radiating a beauty and confidence that has not been seen for such a long time."
Why Put Your Faith in The Youth Fairy?
If you’re looking for expert child therapy in Leeds, reach out to us at The Youth Fairy. With years of experience working with young people offering solution-focused hypnotherapy in Leeds for children, our fairies are here to help your child.
With our team of qualified solution-focused therapists, we can provide the right support for your child to help them thrive.
Our sessions support children suffering with low mood, emotional regulation and much more. With us, your child will feel truly supported and empowered. If you’re based outside of Leeds, we cover a wide range of locations in person and online!
Take the first step towards improved emotional wellbeing for your child or teenager with us!
Check out our Fairies here and book your free 1-hour initial consultation today.
