Dr Helen Childs

I am a chartered Clinical Psychologist with over a decade of experience working in the NHS. My passion is supporting the mental health of children, young adults, and their families, helping them navigate challenges and offering tailored support to promote well-being.

In addition to my private practice, I work in the NHS, where I lead a team providing mental health support within primary and secondary schools. My role involves offering individual interventions, group sessions, and workshops on various mental health topics for children, young people, and their parents/carers. I also provide regular consultation and liaison with educators, offering staff training and reflective spaces to help create a supportive environment for students.

I founded this practice out of a deep commitment to helping children and young adults thrive mentally and emotionally, as well as supporting parents in their crucial roles. My approach is warm, open, and collaborative, ensuring that families feel heard and valued.

I apply a variety of therapeutic approaches in my work, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mentalisation-Based Therapy (MBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Narrative Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). These approaches allow me to tailor interventions to the unique needs of each child, young adult, and parent I work with.

Through my practice, I aim to empower families by providing them with the tools they need to overcome challenges and build stronger, healthier relationships.