Please note: As of December 2023 our wait list is full
Mindfulness based CBT is a short term therapeutic approach that applies mindfulness and sensory approaches to help the child or young person deal with a range of issues using exercises such as grounding, relaxation and breathing. As of August 2023, our wait list is full for this service.
What we offer
Mindfulness based cognitive behavioural therapy
Mindfulness CBT is an evidence based approach used with children and young people for a range of issues including anxiety and low mood.
Our Mindfulness based CBT sessions take place in person at our clinic with Dr. Tamasine Black (Lead Psychologist with children aged 11 upwards.
How this can help
This can help children learn relaxation techniques to help relieve feelings of anxiety and help them to be in the right space to focus on how their thoughts and feelings impact on what they do.
Mindfulness based CBT can also help your child to:
- Develop a healthier relationship with emotions, noting that they always pass.
- Supporting them to take note of the experience of thoughts and emotions and acknowledge that what they are experiencing is a part of being human
- To let the experience come and go on its own, without attempts to control it
- Practice self compassion and self acceptance
How much does it cost?
Our MCBT waitlist is currently closed.
Due to the bespoke nature of our services, prices are available on request.
We offer blocks of 6 sessions at a time. An initial and concluding session with parents is required and charged at the professional hourly rate.
Mindfulness CBT FAQ
What is Mindfulness based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for?
Mindfulness based CBT is an evidence based approach that is used with children and young people for a range of issues including anxiety and low mood. During thse sessions, children and young people learn relaxation techniques which can help to relieve feelings of anxiety and help them to be in the right space to focus on how their thoughts and feelings are impacting on what they do.
Mindfulness based CBT can help your child to:
- Develop a healthier relationship with emotions, noting that they always pass.
- Help them to take note of the experience of thoughts and emotions and acknowledge that what they are experiencing is a part of being human
- Let the experience come and go on its own, without attempting to control it
- Practice self compassion and self acceptance
Who carries out this therapy?
Dr. Tamasine Black (Lead Educational and Child Psychologist) runs these sessions.
All members of our team are registered with their professional bodies with enhanced DBS checks.
Is there any follow up support?
Part of our way of delivering therapeutic support to children and young people is to ensure that their parents are fully part of the process. This mean that we have an initial session with parents, as well as a feedback session at the end of the six sessions.
What if I am interested in several of your services?
If you are interested in combining this assessment with one of our other assessments, we may be able to offer an overall reduced fee.
What we cannot help with
As we are not a crisis service, we are unfortunately unable to offer assessment of mental illnesses including bipolar disorder, psychosis, an established eating disorder or in cases where there is extensive self-harm or suicidal ideation.
Who should I speak to in case of an emergency?
We are not a mental health crisis service so if you have immediate concerns about your child or young person’s wellbeing, please contact the emergency services or your local NHS Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service crisis telephone line.
Other useful organisations include:
Childline: 0800 1111
Samaritans: 116 123 or text “Shout” to 85258.
