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YOUNG PEOPLES COUNSELLING
Supporting Young People Through Lifes Challenges
Young people can experience a wide range of emotional and life challenges, including anxiety, low mood, self-esteem difficulties, friendship issues, family changes, and emotional overwhelm.
Counselling provides a safe, confidential space to explore these feelings at a pace that feels comfortable and supportive.
Supporting Adults, Young People and Schools
Play in Therapy
A child’s natural way of communicating is often through play. I use play-based and creative approaches to help children express thoughts and feelings that may be difficult to put into words. This can make counselling feel more natural, engaging, and less overwhelming.
Creative Expression
I integrate art, drawing, sound therapy, and other creative methods to support emotional expression. These tools allow children and young people to explore experiences safely and at their own pace.
Mindfulness and Emotion Regulation
Simple mindfulness and grounding techniques can help children and young people recognise emotions, manage anxiety, and build practical coping strategies for everyday life.
Traditional Talk Therapy
Young people’s counselling offers a safe, confidential space for children and teenagers to talk about whatever is on their mind. Sessions are led by the young person at their own pace and focus on helping them make sense of thoughts, feelings, and experiences without pressure or judgement.
WHAT WE CAN WORK ON
Whatever’s weighing on you
People come to counselling for all kinds of reasons. You don’t need the “right” words or a diagnosis to begin — just a sense that something could feel lighter.
Anxiety & overwhelm
Racing thoughts, constant worry, or feeling permanently “on” — and ways to find steadier ground.
Low mood & depression
When motivation, energy or hope feel out of reach, and you’re not sure how you got here.
Trauma
Gently making sense of the past — at a pace that always feels safe, never rushed.
Stress & burnout
Running on empty from work, caring, or simply carrying too much for too long.
Grief & loss
Space to grieve a person, a relationship, or a version of life you expected — in your own way.
Self-esteem & identity
Building a kinder relationship with yourself, and exploring who you are — including neurodivergence.
Calm, candid moment
WHAT TO EXPECT
What a session looks like
We meet for 50 minutes, in person at Durham Workspace or online — whichever feels easier for you. Sessions are usually weekly to begin with, though we’ll find a rhythm that suits your life.
- ✓A warm, unhurried welcome — no pressure to “perform”
- ✓You set the direction; I offer reflections, tools, or a listening space
- ✓Confidential, and free to move at your pace — no obligation to continue
Toni — portrait
YOUR COUNSELLOR
Hello, I’m Toni
A person-centred counsellor (MBACP) supporting adults and young people across schools, universities, charities and online throughout the UK.
As someone who is neurodivergent myself, I know that everyone experiences the world differently — so I work in a way that adapts to you, rather than asking you to fit a method.
- ✓Registered BACP member — working within its ethical framework
- ✓Degree in Healthcare Practice
- ✓Additional training in trauma healing, mind-body wellbeing & play therapy
GETTING STARTED
Getting started is easy
Free 15-min call
A relaxed, no-pressure chat so you can ask anything and see how it feels to talk with me.
Book your session
If it feels right, we’ll find a time that works — in person in Durham or online.
Your first session
A gentle 50-minute session to begin, entirely at your pace.
GOOD TO KNOW
Frequently asked questions
How long is a session?
Sessions are 50 minutes. We’ll usually meet weekly to begin with, then find the rhythm that works best for you.
How many sessions will I need?
This varies for each person — there’s no set number. We can review how things are going together, and you’re never tied in.
Is counselling confidential?
Yes — everything discussed is confidential, except for some safeguarding exceptions, which I’ll explain clearly when we first meet.
Do you offer sessions online?
Yes. I work both in person from Durham and online across the UK, so we can choose whatever feels most comfortable for you.
How do I get started?
Get in touch to arrange your free introductory call — by phone, email, or the enquiry button below. There’s no commitment at all.
Contact us
I offer a free 15 -minute introductory call. To book a session, or to have a chat about how we could work together, you can contact me by email or by using the short form below.
*Please note, I do not offer a crisis or emergency service, if you need immediate help, contact the crisis team on 111 (option 2) or 999
consious-minds@outlook.com
Durham Workspace, Abbey Road,
Pity Me,
Durham,
DH1 5JZ