Children’s Trauma Counselling

What is Trauma Counselling for Children?

Children are incredibly resilient, but traumatic experiences can leave lasting impacts on their mental health and emotional well-being. Our specialised children’s trauma counselling provides a safe and nurturing environment for young ones to process their feelings, heal from past experiences, and regain a sense of safety and joy.

Children’s trauma counselling is a tailored therapeutic approach designed to help children who may be experiencing PTSD after having experienced distressing events, such as abuse, loss, bullying, an accident, or exposure to violence. These events can lead to feelings of fear, confusion, and isolation. Using age-appropriate techniques, children are supported to safely and creatively express and explore their thoughts and emotions, helping them to process and understand their experiences.

We have created a warm, welcoming space where children feel comfortable sharing their feelings as they engage in play therapy, art, sand tray and other methods of engagement that support children to process their trauma in a way that feels safe and natural to them.

Every child is unique, and our counselling sessions are customised to meet their specific needs. We work closely with families to develop a personalised plan that addresses their child’s individual experiences and emotional challenges. We work as a team with safe parents to ensure that kids are well supported in their recovery both within and outside the counselling room. We offer resources and guidance to parents and caregivers, helping them understand their child’s needs and how to best support them.

Benefits of trauma counselling

1. We teach children effective coping strategies to help them manage difficult emotions and navigate challenges in their daily lives. These are lifelong tools for mental health.
2. We focus on helping children build resilience, empowering them to face future obstacles with confidence and strength. We address the emotional, behavioural and developmental aspects of trauma to support the child’s improved overall well-being.
3. Trauma counselling focuses on restoring a sense of safety for the child, which is crucial for rebuilding trust and stability in their lives.
4. Trauma can affect a child’s interactions with peers and family members, so trauma counselling provides tools for improving communication and building healthy relationships. Children learn to express their needs and emotions, enhancing their social skills and connections with others.
5. Emotional distress can interfere with a child’s ability to concentrate and succeed in school. By addressing trauma, counselling can help improve focus, reduce behavioural issues, and enhance overall academic performance.