About Me - Child & Adolescent CBT Therapist in Warwickshire and UK-Wide
I’m a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) with specialist training in working with children and young people in Rugby, across Warwickshire and the wider UK. I offer neurodiversity-affirming therapy for children, teenagers and families, both in person and online.
I understand how overwhelming it can feel when your child is struggling with anxiety, low mood or school-related stress. Finding the right therapist matters.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative and adapted to each young person. I am to create a space where children feel safe, understood and able to explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace.
Qualifications and Professional Background
I am a qualified CBT therapist with postgraduate-level training and specialist experience working with children and young people.
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Postgraduate training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
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Specialist training in working with children and adolescents
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Qualified National Autism Trainer through NHS England
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Ongoing professional development in neurodivergent-affirming therapeutic practice
I have experience delivering CBT for children and teenagers experiencing:
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Anxiety disorders (including generalised anxiety and social anxiety)
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Low mood and depression
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Emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA)
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Self-esteem and confidence difficulties
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Neurodivergence, including autism and ADHD
My background includes work within NHS CAMHS services, school-based mental health and wellbeing support as well as residential children homes supporting young people with their social, emotional and mental health wellbeing.
Professional Registration & Standards
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Membership with BABCP working towards accreditation
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Enhanced DBS checked (Update service)
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Fully insured CBT Therapist
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ICO registered
I follow professional and ethical guidelines to provide safe, confidential and effective CBT therapy.
My Approach to CBT
Traditional CBT doesn't always fit children and young people, particularly if there is neurodivergence. At Bright Path Therapy, I adapt CBT so it works with each child, rather than expecting them to fit a rigid model.
This means:
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Therapy is adapted to your child - not the other way around
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Sessions are flexible, collaborative and paced appropriately
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Sessions are adapted to sensory needs and communication style
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Your child is supported without pressure to mask or change who they are
I focus on helping children understand their emotions, develop coping strategies that work for them, and build confidence in their own strengths. This approach is especially helpful for families seeking Autism-friendly or ADHD-informed therapy in Warwickshire and the wider UK.
What This Means For Your Child
Working with a qualified CBT therapist in Warwickshire means your child receives:
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Evidence-based therapy recommended for anxiety and depression
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Structured support tailored to their developmental stage
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A safe, ethical and professionally guided therapeutic space
Therapy is tailored to the individual, using visual supports, creative approaches, practical strategies, and flexibility around session structure. Families often come to me after trying approaches that haven't fully fit their child. I provide support that feels accessible, respectful , and genuinely supportive.
A Little More About Me
Alongside my professional training, I bring a calm, thoughtful and compassionate presence to my work. I care deeply about creating a space where children and young people feel genuinely understood, rather than judged or “fixed”.
My interest in neurodivergent-affirming practice comes from recognising how often young people are expected to adapt to systems that don’t fit them. I believe therapy should feel different to that, somewhere they can show up as they are, without pressure to mask or meet expectations.
I take a gentle, collaborative approach, working at each young person’s pace and building trust over time. For me, the relationship is at the heart of the work.
Working With Parents and Families in Coventry & Warwickshire, With Online Support Across the UK
Supporting your child's mental health doesn't stop at therapy sessions. I work closely with parents and caregivers to:
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Understand your child's anxiety and emotional needs
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Learn practical strategies for home
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Reduce family stress and burnout
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Support school communication and transitions
This collaborative approach ensures therapy has a meaningful impact in everyday life.
Working With Schools in Coventry & Warwickshire, With Online Support Across the UK
I partner with schools, SENCO, and other professionals to support children's emotional wellbeing in educational settings.
This includes:
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School-based interventions
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Group CBT programmes
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Consultation and strategy planning
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Staff training and workshops
Collaborative work helps children receive consistent, supportive care across home and school.
My Values and Ethos
Bright Path Therapy is grounded in:
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Compassion and understanding
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Respect for neurodiversity
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Collaboration with families and schools
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Creating emotionally safe therapeutic spaces
Every child deserves support that recognises their individuality and builds on their strengths
Taking the Next Steps
If you're considering therapy for your child, I understand this can feel like a big step. You're welcome to get in touch to ask questions or arrange an initial free 20 minute consultation to explore whether Bright Path Therapy feels like the right fit.
Who I Work With In Rugby and Warwickshire
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Neurodivergent and neurotypical children and young people
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Parents and caregivers
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Schools and educational settings
Sessions are offered online or in-person, with flexibility to meet each family's needs.
