Working with CYP (ages 4-17) requires an intuitive approach to therapy. ​
Often sessions will run for slightly shorter periods of time due to focus and interaction. CYP sessions at Bay Counselling start at 30 minutes and an initial 6 session block is booked to allow the child to develop an understanding and comfortableness with both their therapist and the process of counselling.
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An integrated approach to sessions is available and remains flexible. This involves observing how the CYP responds to different approaches to counselling; talking, being creative, story telling and/or play. And this integration and flexibility remains each session.
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Initial and follow up parent consultations for children 4-11 is encouraged prior to and after ending sessions, to establish some background and assessment, and feed back necessary learnings in order to assist families to move forward.