In recent years, the mental health of children in the UK has become an increasingly pressing issue. Reports indicate a significant rise in anxiety, depression, and behavioural challenges among young people. The pandemic exacerbated these challenges, with isolation, disrupted routines, and uncertainty leaving lasting effects. As parents, carers, and educators grapple with how best to support children, early intervention has emerged as a crucial factor in fostering resilience and emotional well-being.
Tailored Mental Health Support
At Bridges Therapy Centre, we provide tailored mental health support for children through our expert play therapy and counselling services, offered in both London and Cambridge. Recognising that children often struggle to articulate their feelings through words alone, our therapies are designed to meet them where they are—both emotionally and developmentally.
Why Are Mental Health Issues Rising?
Children today face pressures that previous generations could not have imagined, including social media influence, academic expectations, and global uncertainties. Recent studies show a sharp increase in children seeking mental health services, with nearly one in six children aged 5-16 identified as having a probable mental health issue in England.
How Child Counselling & Play Therapy Can Help
Child counselling provides a safe, non-judgmental space for children to express their feelings, build coping mechanisms, and explore challenges with the support of a trained therapist. Play therapy, specifically, allows younger children to communicate through play—a natural language for them—facilitating healing and understanding in a way that feels safe and familiar. For help with developmental issues, our skilled therapists also offer both Early Intervention, and Dyadic Developmental Therapy (DDT).
Child Counselling London
Here at Bridges Therapy Centre, we pride ourselves on offering compassionate and evidence-based approaches tailored to each child. Our team of skilled therapists works closely with families to address concerns ranging from anxiety and low self-esteem to trauma and behavioural challenges.
If you’re seeking support for your child’s mental health, our team are here to help. Contact us today on 02080884818, or email us at info@bridgestherapycentre.com to learn how our child counselling and play therapy can foster your child’s emotional well-being, and empower them to thrive.
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