Child therapists in Aberdeen, Scotland Scotland, United Kingdom UK
Find experienced child therapists in Aberdeen who provide testing, counselling and support for children, and their families. Our directory features detailed therapist profiles so you can compare specialties, experience, and treatment approaches to find the provider that’s right for you.
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Child or Adolescent Issues
Claire de la Varre
Therapist, PhD, HGDipP
Children and teens react to stress or trauma in a variety of ways. School grades might drop. The child could procrastinate, have memory problems, or become distracted, self-critical, perfectionist, irritable, depressed, anxious, or violent. They might sleep too much or too little, have headaches or stomach problems, disordered eating, panic attacks or develop habits like hair-pulling or biting their nails. Teens might be sullen and uncommunicative and turn to potentially addictive behaviours like drinking or drugs, video games or pornography, to manage their stress. They may also turn to influencers and may take on new and disturbing belief systems.
If the child or teen is worried about their own behaviour or ability to manage complex situations, and is looking for help, then therapy offers a chance to learn more appropriate coping skills to use in daily life.
At the first session, I will listen to your concerns and those of your child to get an overview of the situation. For younger kids, it is often not necessary to explain in detail that they are going for "therapy." You could simply say that they will be having a relaxed and quiet time in which they will listen to stories and use their imagination to solve their problems.
18 Years Experience
Online in Aberdeen, Scotland Scotland
Child or Adolescent Issues
Anna Dafna
Psychologist, MEd, BEd, QTS, GMBPsS, ADHD & Executive Function Coach Accred, Leadership, Somatic & Polyvagal Cert
Children & Adolescent Coaching – Complimentary Consultation
Is your child or teenager struggling with ADHD or other forms of neurodivergence?
Young people with ADHD, autism or learning differences often experience challenges with focus, organisation, emotional regulation and school demands. Difficulties with study and revision skills are often linked to executive function development, and many young people also struggle with confidence, social interaction and communication.
Through specialist coaching, I work directly with children and adolescents to strengthen executive function skills such as planning, organisation, study and revision strategies, sustained attention and task completion. We also work on emotional regulation, confidence, and developing stronger social and communication skills.
I support parents as well, helping them better understand their child’s needs and offering practical guidance that strengthens communication and support at home and in school.
Book a complimentary consultation to explore how we can support your child’s development, learning and wellbeing.
24 Years Experience
Online in Aberdeen, Scotland Scotland
Child or Adolescent Issues
Dr George Booty. The PsychoTRAUMA Clinic (Convergence College of Psychotherapy)
Registered Psychotherapist, Dr, DPsych, MA Couns, MA Psych, PG Dip Spvn
We are trained to work with children and adolescents and as a father of four myself with some maturity, I have some personal experience apart from my training to plug into. I have a DBS to include checks on the Barred Lists, to enable me to legitimately work with Children, etc. I teach on the subject of child development and that includes infancy childhood adolescence and young adulthood.
31 Years Experience
Online in Aberdeen, Scotland Scotland
Child or Adolescent Issues
Jonathan Livingstone Therapy & Coaching
Psychologist, MSc, MA, PGCE, GMBPsS
Children below the age of eight are unconscious and what appear to be their problems are actually solely the problems of their parents. From eight years old, children begin to develop consciousness, but this is not fully developed until age 25, when the brain has reached full development and adulthood is attained. The development of consciousness is also a gradual stepping out from the shadow of the parents. The younger the child, the less the problem truly belongs to the child. I like to see parent(s) and child, to work out what is going on, so that we can resolve the problem in the family.
28 Years Experience
Online in Aberdeen, Scotland Scotland
Child or Adolescent Issues
Ken Lee
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc MA MProf
I Have Particular Experience In Working With
Early trauma, loss, and disrupted attachments
Emotional regulation and self-esteem
Identity, belonging, and difference
Complex family relationships and transitions
Neurodiversity and communication needs
Consultation with parents, schools, and professionals
I believe that with the right kind of support, even longstanding difficulties can shift. Therapy offers not just symptom relief, but the possibility of deeper understanding and lasting emotional growth.
I currently offer sessions in Ayrshire, Glasgow, and Edinburgh, as well as online. Alongside clinical work, I provide consultation and reflective space for professionals and organisations working with children and families.
5 Years Experience
Online in Aberdeen, Scotland Scotland
Aberdeen's identity is defined by its role as the center of the North Sea oil and gas industry — a boom-and-bust economy that has created recurring cycles of prosperity and anxiety, and where therapists frequently address the occupational and psychological effects of energy sector uncertainty, offshore work stress, and the identity challenges of an industry in energy transition. The city has two major universities — the University of Aberdeen and Robert Gordon University — generating significant student mental health demand and clinical training programs that feed into the local therapy community. NHS Grampian provides public mental health services alongside a private therapy community. Aberdeen's geographical isolation at the northeast tip of Scotland, combined with the psychological effects of long, dark winters, means seasonal affective disorder and mood management are recurring clinical priorities.
Child therapists in Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom Statistics
Child therapists in Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom average 16 years of experience and charge around ¤126 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Integrative Therapy (63%), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (58%), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (58%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
¤126
Accept insurance
42%
Offer sliding scale
71%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 79% |
In Person and Online |
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| 21% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 63% | Integrative Therapy |
| 58% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 58% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 46% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 42% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 42% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 38% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 88% | Teen |
| 71% | Children |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 67% | Senior |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 58% | Men |
| 58% | LGBTQ+ |
| 50% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 38% | Black / African American |