Empowering Children, Supporting Families
At Child Therapy NI, we are an innovative Child Counselling and Child Psychotherapy Centre based in the prime location of Derry-Londonderry, Northern Ireland. We offer highly specialized therapeutic assessments, treatment, and therapy for children with a range of emotional and behavioral issues. Our team has over 16 years of experience working with children and young people, and we provide professional support and therapy for issues such as anxiety, depression, and anger issues.
Our Services
We specialize in Child Psychotherapy, Play Therapy, Sand Therapy, and Integrative Psychotherapy, including but not limited to art therapy, narrative therapy, role-plays, music therapy, and more. Our therapy sessions are designed to provide a safe and child-friendly environment where children can express themselves creatively and learn to manage and communicate their emotions effectively.
What We Can Help With
We're proud to have supported and nurtured hundreds of children throughout the years; all with their own unique challenges and goals. We specialize in helping children with a range of issues, including:
- Low self-esteem
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Struggling to deal with parents' divorce
- Excessive anger, worry, sadness, or fear
- Behaviour which is immature for the child's age
- Continued school-associated problems, such as bullying
- Behaviour which interferes with making and keeping friends
- Problems eating or sleeping
- Difficulty adjusting to family changes
- Abuse
- Difficulties dealing with change
- Special Educational Needs (SEN)
- Excessive shyness, withdrawn or poor social skills
- Attached Depression, and more
Meet Our Therapist
Ciara McElhinney, our lead therapist, has over 16 years of experience working with children and young people. She specializes in Child Psychotherapy and has a deep understanding of the unique challenges and needs of children.
FAQs
We've put together a list of the more common questions we get asked. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Blog
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Overall Experience
The reviewers have had an overwhelmingly positive experience with Child Therapy NI, with all reviewers giving a 5-star rating.
Praise for Ciara
Ciara, the therapist, has been consistently praised for her exceptional skills and approach. Reviewers have described her as "brilliant", "fantastic", and "amazing" in her ability to connect with children and help them overcome their challenges.
Positive Outcomes
Many reviewers have reported significant positive changes in their children, including increased confidence, improved self-esteem, and the development of coping mechanisms to deal with life's challenges.
Supportive Environment
The clinic itself has been described as a warm and welcoming space that promotes a sense of possibility and new beginnings. The reviewers have appreciated the supportive environment and the positive atmosphere that Ciara has created.

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