Therapeutic Support for Children and Parents

Is your child struggling to regulate their emotions and express how they feel?
Are you struggling to understand and interpret your child’s behaviour?
Are you having difficulty with implementing structure, routine and boundaries at home?
Does your child’s behaviour have a negative impact on their home or school life?

If so, I can help

Tailored therapy to the needs of the family and child

As a behaviour specialist I have training and experience in using a number of different intervention therapies. This enables me to tailor therapy to the needs of the family and child. I believe that the therapeutic relationship between client and therapist, is key. I have worked within challenging behaviour environments delivering therapeutic advice and guidance for over 25 years.

In these capacities, as well as in my work in children and adolescent mental health in the NHS, I have experienced being alongside individuals, and families at significant periods of their lives. I strive to provide a service which is professional, compassionate, and safe. Family Therapy is a collaborative process in which you bring your expert knowledge and experience of your loved ones, and I bring my years of experience and neutrality to deliver the ideas, approaches and interventions which have been shown to have efficacy in helping people to improve their family’s quality of life.

My approach will be centred around your goals and preferred outcomes. Some families come with very specific problems perhaps focusing on a child struggling to communicate their needs appropriately and using behaviour to demonstrate their anxieties. There will be families who are struggling to function, and the home environment is inconsistent and unpredictable. Behaviour therapies and parent coaching can be used alongside techniques supporting self regulation to create a common language and system for communicating emotions and needs. When you feel like you have tried everything and you can’t see the woods for the trees, I can guide you through and offer new approaches.

FAQs

What is Behaviour Therapy and how can it help my child?

Tunbridge Wells Behaviour Therapy involves using specific intervention therapies to help children who struggle with emotional regulation and behavioral issues. This therapy is tailored to address unique challenges, such as establishing structured routines and enhancing family communication.

Who typically benefits from Tunbridge Wells Family Therapy?

Families residing in or around Tunbridge Wells who face difficulties with emotional regulation, communication of needs, and consistent behavioral challenges at home and school are ideal candidates for Tunbridge Wells Family Therapy. This service is particularly beneficial for those dealing with the impacts of autism and ADHD.

What qualifications and experience do you have in providing Behaviour Therapy?

I have over 25 years of experience in the field, with extensive work in autism and ADHD within the Tunbridge Wells area. My professional training includes Applied Behavior Analysis, Positive Behavior Support, Zones of Regulation, and The Incredible Years programs.

Can you explain what happens during the initial consultation for Behaviour Therapy?

The initial consultation, known as Session Zero, is a free 30-minute session conducted in Tunbridge Wells, where we discuss your family’s specific needs. This meeting is crucial for developing a tailored care plan that outlines the therapy process.

What does a typical session of Family Therapy look like?

Family Therapy sessions are held at your home in Tunbridge Wells, lasting between 60 and 90 minutes. Depending on your family's needs and availability, the frequency of these sessions can vary from every 2 to 4 weeks.

How do you tailor therapy to my family’s?

Therapy is customized through a collaborative approach that blends your insights as a parent with my professional expertise. This process helps develop effective interventions tailored to your family’s dynamics in Tunbridge Wells.

What are some specific techniques you might use in our sessions

Techniques may include parent coaching, behavioral therapies, and support for self-regulation. These methods help establish a common system for expressing and managing emotions and behaviors, improving family interaction in Tunbridge Wells.

What outcomes are we looking for?

The goal is to provide professional, compassionate, and safe guidance to improve communication, behavior, and emotional regulation within the family, leading to a more consistent, supportive home environment and a better quality of life.

How do we know if the therapy is successful?

Success is measured by improvements in the family’s ability to function harmoniously and manage challenges more effectively. Progress is regularly reviewed during sessions to ensure the therapy meets your family's needs in Tunbridge Wells.

What if we need more support after the initial block of sessions?

Further support can be arranged if needed. The timeline and scope of therapy can be adjusted based on ongoing evaluations and the specific requirements of your family in Tunbridge Wells.

My Training, Qualifications, and Experience

Applied Behaviour Analysis.
25 years working within Autism.
5 years working within ADHD.
Positive Behaviour Support
Zones of Regulation
Enhanced DBS checked
The Incredible Years

Sessions

Session Zero

This is a 30 minute free consultation designed to capture your needs and identify whether Fierce Family Support is the right service for you. If we agree that we would like to work together, the information gathered from this session will be included in your care plan.

Further sessions

We will tailor a bespoke therapy and care plan for your child and family. A minimum of 3 sessions will be required to enable the assessment and treatment process to be imbedded and reviewed, and we can discuss further sessions as part of our on-going support to you.

Frequency

The sessions will be every 2, 3, or 4 weeks depending on need and availability. Each session will be no longer than 90 minutes.

Appointments

These can be online, in your home, or a community setting such as school. We can also deliver coaching and training within the educational environment should this be required.