Childhood Behaviour Counselling | Newcastle Psychologist

Childhood Behaviour Counselling Newcastle

Disruptive and challenging behaviours are part of being a child, and learning to manage them can be part of being a parent.

But when behavioural issues become frequent, problematic, or impact family, school, or become aggressive, it may be a sign your child needs extra support.

At Newcastle Psychologist & Counselling, our experienced child counsellors and psychologists in Newcastle provide specialist therapy and counselling for childhood behavioural issues.

We help children and families address these challenges, improve communication, and develop a more settled home life.

Common Behaviour Issues in Children

Behaviour issues can present in various ways, depending on the child and their age.

Some common examples of behavioural difficulties can include:

Frequent anger, temper tantrums or meltdowns
Aggressive or destructive behaviours, such as biting, hitting, kicking, or breaking objects
Defiance, refusal to follow rules, or frequent arguments with parents, teachers or others in authority
Difficulty managing frustration or anger
Inappropriate hyperactivity, impulsiveness, or difficulty focusing
Difficulty playing with others, forming friendships or maintaining friendships due to their behaviour
Problems at school, such as repeated concerns, aggressive behaviour or academic struggles.

These behaviours can be caused by a range of different problems including stress, anxiety, trauma, or developmental issues, making professional support crucial in identifying and addressing the cause of the problem.

How Child Counselling Can Help with Behaviour Issues

Our child counselling in Newcastle offers a safe, supportive space where your child can explore the feelings and triggers behind their behaviours.

Through child behavioural counselling and supportive therapis (such as play therapy or other creative therapies), we help children develop healthier ways of communicating, as well as building emotional resilience and more helpful problem solving skills.

Our tailored approach can support your child to understand and manage their emotions effectively, and develop problem-solving, and communication skills to enable them to express themselves better.

Counselling can also help your child reduce impulsive or aggressive reactions, build self-confidence, and address any underlying issues which may be causing their distress and behaviour.

Collaborative Support for Families

We recognise that distressing childhood behaviour can cause anxiety and upset for parents and caregivers, and we understand the importance of family involvement in helping children manage behaviour issues.

Our team can therefore also work closely with parents to provide support, guidance, practical strategies, and resources for creating a supportive home environment, and helping you manage at home.

Where appropriate, we can also liaise with schools to ensure consistent approaches to help your child flourish at school.

Specialist Child Counselling in Newcastle

At Newcastle Psychologist & Counselling, we offer a variety of child therapies, such as play therapy, child counselling and other creative ways of working to meet your child’s individual needs and age.

We offer a range of evidence-based methods, including:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): Helps children identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns that influence their behaviours.
Play Therapy: Engages younger children in exploring emotions and learning coping strategies through creative play.
Child Counselling: Talking therapy to help them learn to express and identify what they are feeling.
Other Creative Therapies: These include using stories, colouring, toys and plastercine to help children learn to express themselves.

We also offer support, tools and guidance to parents, helping them to manage challenging behaviours effectively.

Contact us Today

If your child is struggling with behaviour issues, early support can make a significant difference.

Our team of child psychologists and counsellors in Newcastle are here to help your family achieve positive change.

Call us today on 07966 645198 or use the contact form below to schedule a consultation.

Child Behaviour Counselling in Newcastle