Empowering Children's Journeys: The Life Story Program
🌊 Counselling on the Coast
Therapeutic support that meets children where they are—emotionally, socially, and developmentally.
At Counselling on the Coast, I offer child-centred therapeutic support that’s grounded in empathy, experience, and a deep understanding of the challenges children face. With over six years as a social worker and advanced training in integrative psychotherapy, I bring both clinical insight and a warm, attuned presence to my work.
I deliver therapy directly within school settings, where children feel most at ease. This familiar environment helps me build trust, reduce barriers to engagement, and ensure that my interventions are woven into the rhythm of their daily lives. My approach is gentle, creative, and always tailored to the child in front of me.
💡 What I Offer
✨ Tailored Therapeutic Support
I design bespoke programmes that respond to each child’s emotional needs—whether they’re navigating anxiety, trauma, bereavement, or behavioural challenges. My interventions are flexible, developmentally informed, and rooted in relational safety.
🤝 Joined-Up Working
I work closely with schools, families, and wider professionals to create a consistent, wraparound support system. This collaborative approach ensures that therapeutic goals align with the child’s educational and developmental journey.
🎨 Creative, Play-Based Engagement
I use tools like games, art materials, emotion cards, and storytelling to help children express themselves in ways that feel natural and safe. My sessions are playful, attuned, and responsive to each child’s pace and preferences.
🛡️ Safeguarding & Emotional Safety
Safeguarding is at the heart of everything I do. I operate with robust child protection protocols and a trauma-informed lens, ensuring every child feels respected, protected, and emotionally held.
🌱 Building Resilience & Self-Regulation
My work goes beyond symptom management—I help children build the inner resources to cope, connect, and succeed. Through emotional literacy, self-awareness, and relational trust, I support children to grow in confidence and resilience.
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How we Deliver the Program:
Life story work is a key part of how I support children therapeutically. It gives them the space to reflect on their experiences, process difficult emotions, and begin to build a stronger, more coherent sense of who they are. I guide children through their personal histories in a way that feels safe, gentle, and empowering—always at their pace, and always with emotional safety at the core.
This work can be especially powerful for children who’ve experienced trauma, separation, or disrupted attachments. It’s not just about filling in the gaps—it’s about helping children feel seen, heard, and emotionally held as they make sense of their journey.
I involve the key people in a child’s life—parents, carers, and trusted adults—so that the support around them feels consistent and nurturing. Together, we create a space where the child’s story can be honoured, their voice can be heard, and their resilience can begin to grow.
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Embrace the Power of Personal Storytelling!
The creation of a life story book is a deeply personal and transformative process. Children are guided to express their thoughts, feelings, and experiences through storytelling, artwork, and other creative activities. This process enables them to reflect on their past, celebrate their individuality, and develop a positive narrative of their lives.
Each life story book is carefully tailored to the child’s preferences, capturing their unique journey and pivotal moments in a way that honors their resilience and personal growth. It serves not only as a keepsake but also as a tool for building confidence, self-awareness, and emotional regulation.
The process of sharing their stories also strengthens connections with caregivers and peers, fostering understanding, empathy, and collaboration. By giving children ownership over their narratives, life story work equips them with the emotional tools to navigate future challenges with strength and confidence.
Through a combination of play therapy, life story work, and compassionate care, Counselling on the Coast provides children with the support they need to grow, heal, and thrive. Our holistic approach ensures that every child is surrounded by a network of care, enabling them to achieve meaningful and lasting growth.