Helen Capanda
Registered Member MBACP (Accredited)
Contact information
- Phone number
- 07790797972
Features
- Flexible hours available
- Concessionary rates
About me and my therapy practice
Supporting Your Child or Teenager Through Life’s Challenges
If your child or teenager is struggling and you’re unsure how to help, it can feel overwhelming. You might experience feelings of frustration, helplessness, and fear for their future. As a parent, it’s heartbreaking to see your child hurting without knowing how to guide them through it.
You don’t have to face this journey alone.
I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor with over 20 years of experience working with young people, both as an arts teacher and now as a therapeutic counsellor. I understand how difficult it can be when your child or teenager is unable to express what they're going through, or when traditional communication just doesn’t seem to work.
A Creative, Collaborative Approach:
I work collaboratively with children and their families, using a range of therapeutic techniques tailored to each individual’s needs. Whether through the arts, talk therapy, or other creative methods, we explore the thoughts and feelings behind everyday struggles. For young people, especially those who have difficulty expressing themselves verbally, art and play can provide a vital outlet for their emotions and help them communicate in ways that words alone cannot.
I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where your child can feel heard, understood, and supported. Together, we explore the challenges they face, helping them develop the emotional resilience and coping strategies they need to navigate life with greater ease and confidence.
Practice description
How I Can Help:
Offer a safe and supportive space for your child to explore their emotions through creative activities like drawing, painting, and storytelling without fear of judgment.
Use a tailored approach to therapy, incorporating art, play, and traditional counselling techniques depending on the needs of the client.
Work collaboratively with families, helping you understand your child’s experience and providing you with the tools to support them at home.
Help your child gain a deeper understanding of their thoughts and feelings, leading to greater self-awareness and emotional resilience.
The Relief of a Happier, Calmer Home
One of the most rewarding aspects of working with young people and their families is seeing the positive shift in the home environment. It’s a relief for parents when the household becomes happier, calmer, and more connected. Parents often walk away not just with a deeper understanding of their child’s struggles, but also with a set of practical tools they can use together in the future, whenever life gets tough.
Life simply feels easier. And with that newfound ease comes a renewed sense of hope—for your child, for your family, and for the future.
Why Choose Me?
BACP Accredited: I adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards in counselling.
Over 20 years of experience working with young people in both educational and therapeutic settings.
Holistic and creative approach: I integrate art therapy and traditional techniques to meet the unique needs of each young person.
Collaborative: I work with families to ensure a unified, supportive approach to your child’s well-being.
If you’re ready to explore how I can help your child or teenager navigate their challenges, I’m here to support you both on this journey. Together, we can create a path to a brighter future.
My first session
Your First Session: What to Expect
Taking the first step toward seeking support can feel daunting. It’s natural to have questions and uncertainties about what therapy involves, especially if this is a new experience for you or your child.
To make this process easier, I offer a free 20-minute, no-obligation telephone consultation. This gives us a chance to briefly discuss your concerns, and for you to ask any questions you might have. Together, we can explore whether therapy would be helpful and if an initial online appointment would be the next step.
Initial Assessment Session:
If we decide to move forward, the next step is the initial assessment appointment, which typically lasts up to 75 minutes. During this session, we’ll cover:
An in-depth discussion about the current situation and the challenges you or your child are facing.
The reasons for seeking therapy, and what you hope to achieve from it.
An exploration of the most appropriate therapeutic approach based on your needs.
A conversation about whether I am the right person to support you on this journey.
At the end of this session, you’ll have the opportunity to decide whether I’m the right fit to help. If so, we can arrange further sessions.
How Long Will Therapy Take?
You’re not obligated to commit to a specific number of sessions upfront. However, I generally recommend 7 sessions to give us enough time to establish a therapeutic relationship, explore the issues in depth, and begin to see progress.
At the 7th session, we will do a progress review to discuss how things are going and whether continuing therapy would be helpful. This allows us to reflect on the work we’ve done and decide on the best way forward.
What I can help with
Addictions, Anger management, Anxiety, Bereavement, Depression, Eating disorders, Loss, Self esteem, Stress
Types of therapy
Creative therapy, Integrative, Person centred, Play therapy, Relational
Clients I work with
Adults, Children, Young people
How I deliver therapy
Long term sessions, Long-term face-to-face work, Short term sessions, Short-term face-to-face work
Therapist - Beddington
Features
- Flexible hours available
- Concessionary rates
About me and my therapy practice
I’m Helen Segal, a Therapeutic Arts Counsellor who specialises in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to help individuals overcome anxiety and phobias. I am dedicated to supporting clients as they heal from the challenges of anxiety and face their fears with confidence and resilience.
My Approach
EMDR is a highly effective, evidence-based therapy that helps process and reframe distressing thoughts, memories, and beliefs. Anxiety and phobias often stem from unresolved experiences or patterns of thinking, and EMDR works by addressing these at their core. Using this powerful method, we can help your brain "unstick" from negative loops and create new pathways for calm and empowerment.
What I Can Help With
Panic Attacks
Social Anxiety
Specific Phobias (e.g., fear of flying, heights, public speaking)
Traumatic memories linked to anxiety or phobias
How EMDR Works for Anxiety and Phobias
EMDR therapy focuses on reprocessing distressing memories or fears so that they lose their emotional intensity. Through guided eye movements or other bilateral stimulation, the brain is encouraged to process these memories in a healthier way. You’ll remain in control throughout the process, and sessions are tailored to your comfort level and goals.
Practice description
What to Expect
A safe, supportive space to explore your concerns
Understanding and identifying the root causes of anxiety or phobia
EMDR sessions are designed to help you reduce symptoms, build resilience, and regain control of your life
Practical tools for long-term coping and confidence
My first session
Take the First Step
You don’t have to face anxiety or phobias alone. With EMDR therapy, relief and healing are possible.
However, taking that first step toward therapy can feel daunting, especially if you’re struggling with anxiety. That is why I offer a free 20-minute, no-obligation telephone consultation. During this time, we can think about whether it would be helpful to arrange an initial consultation appointment.
The initial assessment appointment can be up to 75 min.
It involves;
* An in-depth discussion about the situation
* The most appropriate intervention
* Your hopes and goals for the future.
You then decide if I am the right person to help, and if so, we book further sessions and move forward with the therapy.
What I can help with
Addictions, Eating disorders, Identity issues, Infertility, Personal development, Relationships, Self esteem, Sexuality, Spirituality, Women's issues
Types of therapy
Creative therapy, EMDR, Integrative, Person centred, Relational
Clients I work with
Adults, Older adults, Young people
How I deliver therapy
Long term sessions, Long-term face-to-face work, Short term sessions