Ms Christine Jacobs

Hello, I'm Christine, an Integrative Child Psychotherapist

My approach

Through the development of their emotional resilience and confidence, I enable my clients to gain independence to manage challenges in a range of areas such as anxiety, bullying, parental separation and divorce, bereavement, abuse and trauma.

Within my sessions I use an integrated model of practice, using the arts and creativity to engage playfully with my clients to help support and develop their internal strength. I use a range of creative interventions, adapting sessions to meet the age and referral needs of each client that I see. Psychoanalytic theory, current developments in neuroscience, and attachment theory underpins and informs my work.

My experience

Prior to my work as a Child Psychotherapist I have gained over 20 years’ experience as an Art Teacher, working in secondary schools and colleges. In these settings I have worked with children and young people of all ages, and with learners who have a range of additional learning needs and differences.

Through this work I have developed wealth of knowledge of supporting families and carers, offering support in liaising with external agencies to access additional support.

My skills also include an extensive awareness of psychiatric diagnoses in children and adolescents, and a thorough knowledge of safeguarding procedures. I have experience of supporting children who are suffering from disorders connected with attachment and disruption to their emotional development.

If a young person is waiting for an assessment or appointment with any external agencies, for example CAMHS, I can provide initial support and the experience of working systemically to support young people and their families.

Alongside my private practice I also work in schools as a School Counsellor, working with children and young people at all key stages. I am also a registered counsellor for The Listening Ear and The Family Counselling Trust, charities who provide counselling services in the local community.

I currently do not work with adopted children, siblings or any child who is currently involved in, or included in, impending court action or family court.

Qualifications and Registration

· MA in Integrative Child Psychotherapy

· Advanced Diploma in Professional Development: The Therapeutic & Educational Application of the Arts and Counselling Skills.

· PGCE Secondary Art and Design

· BA (Hons) Textiles and Fashion

Sessions are held in the afternoons from around 3pm during the week, with the exception of Wednesdays.

Sessions run for 50 minutes.

As part of my initial assessment process, I offer a free confidential consultation over the phone to discuss information about referral needs, family history and to help you decide how my sessions will be supportive.

I require 24 hours’ notice if you wish to cancel a session or full payment will be charged.

Contact me for more information or to make an appointment to discuss my practice in more detail.

Registered member of the UK Council for Psychotherapy.

Registration Number: 2011171541

Thank you - I look forward to working with you soon.