ISABELLA SEMERARO COUNSELLOR
Child & Adolescent Counselling
My work with children and adolescents focuses on creating a safe place where they feel empowered to speak honestly and freely. It is important to me that they feel supported to overcome any challenges in their lives and work towards positive goals that are in line with their dreams, hopes, and values. I offer counselling support for children and adolescents who are experiencing:
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Anxiety
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Depression
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ADHD
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ASD (autism)
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Grief & Loss
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School issues incl. bullying, behavioural concerns
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Low confidence & poor sense of self
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Drug & alcohol abuse
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Body image & eating issues
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Domestic & family violence
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Sexual abuse
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Relationship difficulties
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Difficult life transitions incl. puberty & parent separation
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PTSD & other complex trauma
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Perfectionism & OCD
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Anger
It is important for me to uphold confidentiality with all my clients including children and adolescents. However depending on the individuals age, general information will be shared with parents or guardians following each session. Any other information will only be shared if the child or young person is either at immediate risk of harm or if they have agreed to it.