Children’s Counselling
Our children’s counselling service is specifically designed for children with cancer and their siblings, ranging in age from five to 18 years old.
Cancer can be a difficult experience for children and can often lead to a range of complex emotions. Our approach is tailored to each child’s unique needs, interests, and stage of development.
We offer a range of activities to help children explore their emotions in a safe and supportive environment. These activities might include games, puzzles, emotion cards, drawing, playing with toy animals and playdough, meditation, and mindfulness exercises. Through these activities, children can learn to identify their strengths, take care of their emotional wellbeing, and develop tools to cope with change.
Our counselling sessions focus on different aspects of mental health, including feelings, self-esteem, and resilience. We encourage creativity and self-expression, and our social workers are trained to provide age-appropriate support to children of all ages.
We are committed to providing a safe and caring environment where children can express their emotions and learn valuable coping skills.
Children’s Counselling FAQs
Who is eligible for the Children's Counselling service?
The children’s counselling service is available for children who have been diagnosed with cancer, their siblings, relatives, friends or classmates. The service is available for children between 6 and 18 years of age.
What types of activities are included in the counselling sessions?
The children’s counselling service creates an environment where kids feel safe. They can engage in a range of activities, from using emotion cards, working through anxiety, practice deep breathing with the help of visuals, reading and playing games.
How does the counselling approach cater to different age groups?
The counselling service provides age-appropriate care for young people impacted by cancer. Counselling sessions are personalised to each child and their unique situation. Activities are based upon a range of factors, including age, interest, personality and likes/dislikes.
Are the counselling sessions available online or in person?
Yes, sessions will be available both online and in-person. Online sessions are done via a safe and secure online platform.
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Holding it together when your child’s life is in question can feel impossible. Redkite provides practical, emotional and financial support for families who have a child with cancer aged 18 or under, so you don’t have to face it alone.
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