Therapeutic Support

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Children, adolescents, and young people can experience a range of social, emotional, behavioural, and psychological difficulties. Sometimes, they can be overwhelmed by their feelings or by the world around them, and it can be difficult for them, and for their families, to understand and overcome the challenges that this brings. At CAYP Psychology we are proud to offer an outstanding level of support, in , confidential and supportive surroundings. Our team of highly qualified clinical psychologists and counselling psychologists offer specialized psychological assessments and therapies, for many difficulties that children, adolescents, and young people can find themselves living with. These include but are not limited to: Mood Challenges • Anxiety, worry and panic attacks • Anger and emotional regulation difficulties • Phobias • Separation anxiety and generalised anxiety • Obsessions and compulsions to act • Tics and involuntary movement responses • Low self-esteem, low mood, and depression • Thoughts about not wanting to be here any more Behavioural Concerns • Behaviours that are difficult to understand and manage, including non-compliance or disruptive behaviour • Sleeping problems and experiences that occur m^_bijuWbb_d] Wib[[f\" ib[[f_d]\" eh mWa_d] kf • Toileting difficulties, including refusing to go, soiling and wetting • Self-harm Health Concerns • Psychological consequences of living with a health condition • Persistent physical symptoms and psychosomatic difficulties Social Difficulties • Bullying and concerns with social development • Cyber-bullying • Internet and technology addiction • Online safety Eating Difficulties • Concerns around atypical eating and thinking about eating or food • :_\\_Ykbj_[i m_j^u7le_ZWdj%H[ijh_Yj_l[ <eeZ ?djWa[ :_iehZ[h 7H<?: • Supporting people with anorexia, bulimia and binge eating difficulties Adjustment Problems • Life transitions, bereavements, family separation and new schools • Adjustment to being a new parent • Adjustment to changes associated with the Coronavirus outbreak Trauma • Emotional difficulties following a traumatic event • Difficulties managing emotions • H[b_l_d] m^Wj ^Wff[d[Z\" j^hek]^ flashbacks or nightmares • Developmental trauma due to childhood mistreatment or abuse • Supporting children who are looked after and / or adopted Early Years • Problems with eating • Difficulties with sleep • Toilet training • Behavioural, social, emotional and developmental concerns • Supporting strong attachments and relationships Gender, Sexuality and Identity • Difficulties associated with “coming out” • Managing stigma and the world around them. • Exploring sexual orientation and gender identity • H[bWj_edi^_f Z_\\_Ykbj_[i

Our team are exceptionally well-qualified, to doctoral level - the highest academic standards. Our team have spent many years with NHS teams and we are rigorously regulated by the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC). All the work we offer is based on the latest evidence, approved by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), and we wil l only ever provide support if we believe that we are best placed to do so. Clinical psychologists specialise in a variety of therapeutic approaches, and all can be used depending on expertise, training, and professional interests. We tend to practice Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Meta-Cognitive Therapy (MCT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), narrative therapies, family therapies, systemic and integrative therapies and neuropsychological work. cayp-psychology.com 0333 242 0824 Video Interaction Guidance (VIG) By reviewing authentic video clips from your real-life, we aim to help improve communication within families, develop relationships, and improve the bonding between parents and children. Non-Violent Resistance (NVR) Through conversations, guidance and exercises with parents, we can address children’s violent or self-destructive behaviours by resisting violence whilst conveying love and respect for your child. Mindfulness-Based Helping children and families to develop skills in being present, and being aware of their environment around them. We will work hard on not being overly reactive or being overwhelmed by what’s happening all around. Neuro-Rehabilitation For children, adolescents and young people who have an acquired brain injury, we can provide specialised assessments and emotional support, even for parents, to best understand their day-to-day life, strengths and difficulties. We also offer some highly specialised therapies, that may be offered based on the difficulties that your child is experiencing. Animal Assisted Therapies Any conversations, discussions and therapeutic support is completed with and alongside dogs and other animals which has shown to significantly improve children’s emotional and psychological wellbeing. Theraplay A fun, physical and interactive play-based approach designed to enhance attachment, develop self-esteem and build trust in others. Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) Informed Support A therapeutic parenting approach, based on attachment and developmental trauma, to help children and families understand and improve their relationships. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy to help children and young people recover from a trauma or other distressing life experiences. Internal Family Systems (IFS) Children's wellbeing and their minds are considered as parts of an individual's internal system, rather than a whole family system. We can develop techniques and strategies to understand how these separate parts interact.

How much will it cost CAYP Psychology prides itself on the professionalism and quality of our appointments. We offer appointments between £130 and £195 , depending on which psychologist you see, the day of the week, and at which time of the day. Payment is only due after your appointment, and payments must be made before any further appointments can take place. We accept all forms of payment. The Logistics and Practicalities We can also offer appointments online Our work together is highly confidential, so we do not talk to anyone else – including your GP or school – unless you’d like us to, or if there may be any danger to someone. We do not record any appointments by video or audio, but we will take notes to ensure we are practicing to the highest of standards. Any information about you, your child or your family is stored on our encrypted practice management software, accessible only by CAYP Psychology. Your information will never be shared publicly or sold. Appointments with this level of detail & skill require many years of training and experience. Clinical psychologists are considered to be the most highly qualified profession to provide psychological support for Children, Adolescents and Young people. How do I book an appointment Please do get in touch and we will do our best to help: Telephone 0333 242 0824 Contact www.cayp-psychology.com/contact Live Chat * www.cayp-psychology.com Email [email protected] You do not need a referral to make an appointment with us If you are covered by private health insurance, please do contact us to see if one of our team can accommodate. Many of our team are approved providers for insurance companies and you will need to share the name of an approved psychologist with your insurance company before they will authorise any claim. * Mon-Fri 8.30am-6.30pm cayp-psychology.com 0333 242 0824 • Ayrshire Ayr • Birmingham Sutton Coldfield • Chester City Centre • Glasgow City Centre • Greater Manchester Bolton, Gatley, Hale, Lymm, Whitefield, Wigan & Wilmslow • Hertfordshire St. Albans • Lancashire Burscough & Fylde and Wyre • Leicestershire Atherstone • London Hackney & Stevenage • Merseyside Aigburth, Formby & The Wirral • Newcastle Gosforth • Sheffield Sharrow • Staffordshire Burton-upon-Trent & Newcastle-under-Lyme • Surrey Chessington & Esher • West Yorkshire Leeds, Home Visits & Wetherby • York City Centre • Online across UK Professional and Experienced Child Clinical Psychologists and Clinicians across the UK