Morag Shrafeddin

I currently have availability. As I work with children and adolescents, my sessions can be after school, usually starting after 3pm Monday to Friday.  However, I can offer sessions during the day too.

I can work with families during the school day or after school.

I am an experienced integrative counsellor and psychotherapist for children and adolescents and teacher with 20 years' experience in both primary and secondary schools. I am also a family counsellor in training, supporting families through communication struggles, conflict resolution, parenting issues and emotional well-being.

I am dedicated to supporting children and adolescents with their emotional well-being and personal growth. With a compassionate and client-centred approach, I aim to empower children and young people to overcome challenges and thrive in their lives.

As a family counsellor in training with Relate, I can help with relationship struggles, adolescent issues, or improving overall family dynamics, I tailor my sessions to meet your unique needs. Collaboration with all family members is key, working closely with each person to foster understanding and connection. My goal is to empower your family and to offer you the tools and skills you need to communicate better, resolve conflicts and strengthen your bonds.

I have a Masters from Roehampton University, specialising in work with children, adolescents and families. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (Â鶹ԭ´´) - Registration Number 403762.

Disclosure and Barring Service - Enhanced Certificate.

As a counsellor and psychotherapist, I help children & young people understand their emotions, develop healthy relationships, build confidence & self-esteem. 

I work with children and young people with a range of challenges such as: anxiety, depression, self-harm; low self-esteem; autism; bereavement; social anxiety and parental separation. I work cooperatively, via play therapy with children and use a collaborative approach with young people. A strong therapeutic relationship is at the heart of the work which takes place in a safe, confidential space.

As an Integrative therapist, I combine techniques from various therapeutic approaches: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Person-Centred Therapy, Play Therapy & Theraplay principles, to create an approach that best fits each child or young person. This allows me to adapt to the young person's age, developmental stage, personality and presenting issues.

As a Family counsellor in training, I am passionate about helping families navigate life's challenges and build stronger, healthier relationships. I specialise in supporting families through communication struggles, conflict resolution, parenting issues and emotional well-being. My approach is rooted in empathy, understanding and creating a safe, non-judgmental space for all family members to express themselves.

In my first session/s I work with the parents to gain knowledge and understanding of the challenges experienced by the child or adolescent. This may require more than one session. Parents can be seen separately if this is helpful.

In the case of an adolescent, I have an additional session/s with them to try and get a greater understanding of their concerns. 

With a child, the first therapy session/s may need the parent/s to remain in the therapy room to create a sense of comfort and security for the child. When appropriate for the child, the parent/s can then leave and allow the child to participate in the play therapy with me. 

If a child is 4 years-old or younger, then a parent remains in the sessions with their child.

As a Family counsellor in training, it may vary who attends the first session/s, although it is likely to be the parent/s alone.