About
About Me
Welcome and thank you for visiting my website.
Services
My name is Lindy Carter and I live in Rutland and run my 1:1, face to face, private practice from Oakham. I also offer some Zoom sessions. I can also provide bespoke packages for half or full days in schools.
Therapies Used
I use solution focused brief therapy (SFBT) where the focus is on the future goal, and not the problem, and where the child is the expert on his/her own life. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) is another solution focused therapy used, which explores how problems can be solved/managed by changing the way the individual thinks and acts. Sometimes play/art therapy is appropriate, depending on the age of the young person. Complex cases might require longer term therapy or external referrals to appropriate agencies.
I am a qualified counsellor for school aged children and young people and have a master's degree in counselling. I have worked for over 20 years with children and young people including as a teacher, and as a counsellor. I have worked in primary, secondary and sixth form colleges in the UK as part of the pastoral and well-being teams and as a counsellor for a national charity. I also have extensive experience from working in schools in the USA. I specialize in children and young people (CYP) aged 6-18 typically.
Registered Member MBACP. (Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority)
Enhanced DBS.
DSL (Designated safeguarding lead)
Mental Health First Aider
Therapies Used
I use solution focused brief therapy (SFBT) where the focus is on the future goal, and not the problem, and where the child is the expert on his/her own life. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) is another solution focused therapy used, which explores how problems can be solved/managed by changing the way the individual thinks and acts. Sometimes play/art therapy is appropriate, depending on the age of the young person. Complex cases might require longer term therapy or external referrals to appropriate agencies.
This counselling is intended to be a brief early intervention to help prevent young people from reaching a crisis point. Many young people benefit from having an impartial, independent listener who can help to empower the young person with coping strategies to deal with real and everyday issues including such issues as bullying, friendship challenges, academic concerns, family issues, lack of confidence, anxiety, depression, stress, self harm , low mood, low self esteem, eating disorders, school transitions.
I look forward to meeting you.
Lindy Carter
Children's and Young Person's Counsellor
Bsc.Hons., MA
Just Bee Counsellor
Counselling for Children and Young People 6-18
*Age appropriate
* An accessible solution for addressing social and emotional issues and mental health challenges in young people.
*A flexible, collaborative and bespoke service .
*A non judgmental, caring professional
* Regular supervision is undertaken as recommended by counselling bodies
* Solution focused brief therapy (SFBT) where the focus is on the future goal and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) which explores how problems can be solved/managed by changing the way the individual thinks and acts.
* Individual counselling helps prevent young people from reaching crisis points by providing strategies for coping, and focusing on positive realistic future outcomes within their reach.
* Many young people benefit from having an independent listener who can help to empower them with strategies to deal with real and everyday issues that are impacting their learning and their life.
Having worked in education settings as a teacher/counsellor and in pastoral roles for over 15 years, I know how important it is for young people to get the support they need to cope with their mental health challenges.
Counselling is confidential. Details discussed by the client (the young person) and the counsellor in the sessions will not be discussed with the parent/guardian in detail. The only exception is when there is a safeguarding concern.
Normal safeguarding protocols will be followed as appropriate.
