Business Details
6 Years
experience
Trusted Counselling Services for Children & Young Adults
Michelle King Counselling provides specialised emotional and behavioural support for children, teenagers, and young adults in Reading and South Oxfordshire. With seven years of experience across schools, colleges, and private practice, the service combines face-to-face and online therapy tailored to individual needs. As a Masters-qualified therapist registered with the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP), the practice adheres to rigorous ethical standards and holds Enhanced DBS clearance.Therapy sessions utilise age-appropriate techniques including art, games, and structured dialogue to help young clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, low mood, and self-esteem issues. Sessions are open-ended with periodic reviews, ensuring sustained support aligned with each client's unique journey. The practice maintains strict confidentiality while offering flexible appointment options, including after-school slots subject to availability.
Services
Emotional Counselling
Anxiety Support
Anger Management
Self-Esteem Building
Online Counselling
Details
- Year established: 2020
Highlights and features
- Seven years' experience in child and adolescent counselling across multiple settings
- BACP-registered therapist adhering to strict ethical frameworks
- Enhanced DBS-checked for client safety and trust
- Flexible session formats: face-to-face, online, and telephone options
- Tailored therapy using age-appropriate techniques like art and play
Associations and certifications
- British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP)
- Enhanced DBS Check
Services
Child Counselling
Specialised emotional support for children aged 7+ using play-based and creative techniques. Addresses anxiety, behavioural issues, and self-esteem challenges through structured, age-appropriate sessions. Therapists employ art, storytelling, and games to facilitate emotional expression and coping strategy development.
Online Counselling
Secure video and telephone sessions for adolescents and young adults. Maintains therapeutic effectiveness through digital platforms while ensuring accessibility for clients in South Oxfordshire and beyond. Sessions follow the same ethical and confidentiality standards as in-person therapy.
Anxiety Support
Targeted interventions for anxiety disorders in teenagers using evidence-based practices. Combines cognitive behavioural techniques with relaxation strategies to manage symptoms. Sessions focus on identifying triggers and developing practical coping mechanisms for daily life challenges.
Clinical Supervision
Level 6 accredited supervision services for counselling professionals. Provides ethical guidance, case review, and professional development support. Supervision follows NCPS-accredited frameworks to maintain high therapeutic standards across practice settings.
Self-Esteem Building
Programme addressing self-worth issues in young adults through goal-setting and positive reinforcement. Utilises strength-based approaches to challenge negative self-perceptions. Sessions incorporate journaling and affirmations to foster long-term confidence improvements.
People
Michelle King
Counsellor & Supervisor
Masters-qualified therapist with seven years' experience in child and adolescent mental health. BACP-registered, Enhanced DBS-checked, and holds Level 6 clinical supervision accreditation. Specialises in integrating creative therapies with evidence-based practices for young clients.
Questions
What age groups do you work with?
I support children aged 7+, teenagers, and young adults up to age 25 through emotional and behavioural challenges.
Are sessions confidential?
Yes, all sessions maintain strict confidentiality within safeguarding guidelines, with ethical practices monitored by BACP.
How long are therapy sessions?
Each session lasts 50 minutes, available face-to-face in Reading or via secure online/telephone platforms.
What therapy techniques are used?
Sessions incorporate age-appropriate methods including art therapy, play-based activities, structured dialogue, and cognitive behavioural techniques.
How do I book an appointment?
Complete the online counselling enquiry form with detailed information to schedule your initial session at your preferred time.
What qualifications do you hold?
I hold a Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Children and Young People, Level 6 Clinical Supervision qualification, and multiple counselling certifications since 2016.
