Young People & Parents
Supporting young people—and the parents who care about them.
Growing up brings its own challenges, and sometimes young people benefit from support outside their immediate circle.
Anxiety, school or exam pressure, friendships, low confidence, uncertainty about the future or simply feeling overwhelmed can all have an impact.
Sometimes, having someone outside the family to listen, understand and help them find their own way forward can make all the difference.
What brings you here?
Whether you're looking for support for yourself or you're worried about your son or daughter, you can start in the place that feels most relevant to you.
I'm a Young Person
If you're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, lacking confidence or unsure about what comes next, you don't have to figure everything out on your own.
I'm a Parent
If you're worried about your son or daughter and aren't sure how best to help, support is available for you too.
Support for Young People
A space where you can be yourself.
You don't need to know what's wrong or arrive knowing what you want to talk about.
I'll give you a relaxed, non-judgemental space to talk openly, at your own pace. Together, we'll explore what's happening and find practical ways to help you feel more confident and in control.
We might work on:
Confidence & self-belief
Anxiety & overthinking
School & exam pressure
Friendships & relationships
Managing emotions & change
Future plans & direction
What could change?
Feeling more in control
Anxiety
Low confidence
Greater self-belief
Overthinking
Clearer thinking
Feeling stuck
A sense of direction
Trust comes first. There's no pressure to have all the answers.
"Every young person deserves someone who believes in them."
Parents don't need all the answers.
Support for Parents
When your son or daughter is struggling, knowing when to step in, what to say or how best to help isn't always easy.
I can help you understand what's happening, improve communication and feel more confident about how you support them — while giving the young person space to work through things in their own way.
You don't have to work it all out alone either.
Support for Parents
How does it work?
Every situation is different, but we'll agree an approach that feels right for the young person and their circumstances.
01 — Start with a Conversation
We'll begin by understanding what's happening and what support might be helpful.
02 — One-to-One Support
I'll work with the young person at their own pace, helping them talk things through and develop practical ways to manage what's happening.
03 — Support Around Them
Where appropriate, we'll agree how parents are involved while respecting the young person's privacy, trust and confidentiality.
Questions parents often ask.
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I work with young people aged 15 and over.
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Every situation is different. We'll agree the most appropriate approach together while always respecting confidentiality.
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Some benefit from just a few sessions, while others prefer ongoing support. We'll discuss what feels right during the Initial Session.
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Both. Sessions are available in Carluke or online, depending on what works best.