Parenting therapists in Sunderland, England
Browse Parenting therapists in Sunderland, England, United Kingdom. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Parenting
Lavinia May
Counsellor/Therapist, MNCPS (Acc.)
Hi, I'm Lavinia and I am a Psychotherapist, working with both individuals and couples. Part of LGBTQ+ Community. I have worked in Mental Heath services for over nine years , helping people manage their emotional health and wellbeing. I offer a safe non judgemental therapeutic environment for you to process your thoughts and feelings. Our sessions will be empowering, liberating and can even be life changing, giving you the opportunity to gain the confidence to make positive changes to uncover your full potential.
My therapy style is warm and interactive and the pace will always be set by you. I am passionate about delivering exceptional care and the promotion of emotional wellbeing, with extensive experience of working in a range of various settings including NHS, Corporate, and Private Practice.
I understand each person is unique&I tailor-make sessions for each individual I am working with.I work using both time limited sessions or open ended, allowing us to work as flexibly as you require. I want to acknowledge that beginning therapy is often a supreme act of courage,strength,and self-care. I’m so glad you’re here. Please feel welcome to reach out
12 Years Experience
Online in Sunderland, England
Parenting
Parents & Beyond / Vered Shomer-Harel
Registered Psychotherapist, Psychotherapist |Counsellor| Parenting Coach M.S.P.C | M.A. Counselling | DIP. Parent Coaching
Parenting can be both beautiful and overwhelming. Whether you're facing behavioural challenges, emotional outbursts, boundary-setting struggles, or simply feeling lost and exhausted, you’re not alone.
I offer a warm, supportive space to help you understand your child’s needs, strengthen connection, and build practical strategies that bring more calm, confidence, and clarity into your home.
Together, we explore your parenting style, triggers, and strengths, helping you feel grounded, capable, and supported.
8 Years Experience
Online in Sunderland, England (Online Only)
Parenting
Sudeva Hawkes
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor, B.Couns., MNCPS Accred. , PACFA Reg.
Children thrive when they feel secure and understood. If you’re ever unsure how to support them, I’m here to help you regain confidence and clarity. Together, we’ll explore parenting challenges and find practical ways to connect with your child.
29 Years Experience
Online in Sunderland, England (Online Only)
Parenting
Dr. Antonio D'Costa
Registered Psychotherapist, M.B.B.S, M.D. (Paediatrics)
I specialize in pediatric medicine and trauma-focused therapy using EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). My work centers on supporting children, adolescents, and adults through grief, anxiety, behavioral challenges, and the lingering effects of difficult experiences.
As a pediatrician, I've seen how unprocessed trauma shows up in young lives- through sleep troubles, feeding issues, social withdrawal, and emotional struggles. EMDR offers a gentle, research-backed path to healing that goes beyond words.
With EMDRIA-approved training and my pediatric experience, I help families navigate some of their most challenging moments. Whether it's a child struggling with grief, an adolescent facing anxiety, or an adult working through long-held wounds, my approach blends medical expertise with compassionate, evidence-based care.
I'm passionate about making mental health support accessible- offering teletherapy across India and internationally, with subsidized sessions available for those who need them.
Let's connect if you're looking for trauma-informed support, professional collaboration, or referrals for children and families in need.
3 Years Experience
Online in Sunderland, England (Online Only)
Parenting
Dr. Claire Vines, Psy.D., Psychologist / Licensed /Psychotherapy / Psychoanalytic/
Marriage and Family Therapist, Marriage, Couples, LMFT. Psy.D. Trauma-Focused CBT
Parents are not always able to guess their children need. A major reason why children and adolescents often experience difficulty with developing individuality in their emotional growth, is the need for self-validation, self-expression and boundaries in discovering the difference in right & wrong.
21 Years Experience
Online in Sunderland, England
Sunderland is a city in the northeast of England with a proud history in shipbuilding and coal mining, and its post-industrial economic transformation has left significant deprivation in many communities, with mental health need among the highest in the country across a range of indicators. NHS mental health services are provided through Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust, one of England's largest mental health trusts, though demand consistently exceeds capacity. The University of Sunderland contributes to the local mental health workforce through its psychology and counselling programmes, and a private therapy sector exists alongside NHS provision. Common therapy concerns include depression, anxiety, substance use, relationship difficulties, and the psychological effects of long-term unemployment and community decline that have affected many Wearside neighbourhoods.
Parenting therapists in Sunderland, England Statistics
Parenting therapists in Sunderland, England average 15 years of experience and charge around ¤127 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Integrative Therapy (58%), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (53%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (53%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
¤127
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
63%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 70% |
In Person and Online |
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| 30% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 58% | Integrative Therapy |
| 53% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 53% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 45% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 35% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 33% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 33% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 73% | Young Adult |
| 65% | Teen |
| 63% | Senior |
| 30% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 43% | Men |
| 38% | Black / African American |
| 38% | Christian |