About us

Child Therapy N.I. is an innovative Child Counselling and Child Psychotherapy Centre, based in the prime location of Derry-Londonderry.

We offer highly specialised therapeutic assessments, treatment and therapy for children with a range of emotional and behavioural issues.

Our aims

To work in collaboration and conjunction with all Health and Social Care Agencies, Schools, Courts and Voluntary Organisations.

To fully support the Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy Service (CAPS), which aims to provide therapeutic and emotional support to children aged from 4 to 18 years.

To provide specialised professional support to groups such as educators, doctors etc

To help reduce the waiting times for children in need of emotional and psychological help and support.

To build resilience, self-esteem and emotional capacity in children, young people and adults

To enable adults to understand the importance of their children's ability to deal with emotional and mental issues.

What is Child Therapy?

In this section we discuss why a child may require therapy and the warning signs to look for in a child who is struggling to cope.

Meet the Therapist

Ciara Mc Elhinney, has over 16 years experience and specialises in working with children and young people.

Frequently Asked Questions

We've put together a list of the more common questions we get asked. If it's not in this list, please get in touch and ask.