Children and Young Peoples Counselling

Experiencing or witnessing domestic abuse can have a devastating and lasting impact on a child's emotional and psychological well-being. Specialist counselling offers a vital lifeline, providing a safe and confidential space for them to heal.

Why Counselling is Crucial for Children

Processing Trauma: Through therapeutic support, children can begin to understand and process their experiences in a secure environment.
Building Resilience: Counselling helps children develop healthy coping mechanisms and resilience, empowering them to navigate difficult emotions like fear, anger, and confusion.
Preventing Long-Term Harm: This intervention is crucial for preventing long-term emotional difficulties and fostering the ability to form healthy relationships in the future.

By providing this support, we empower young people to build a brighter future, free from the shadows of abuse.

The effects of domestic abuse on children and young people

For children and young people, the effects of domestic abuse can be devastating and long-lasting. It’s important to understand that a child doesn't need to be directly harmed to be a victim. Just being in a home where abuse is happening is deeply traumatic and is now rightly recognised as a form of child abuse, impacting a child's well-being for years to come.