Anna Dench

I work week days and have both day time and afterschool appointments.

I am a trained and qualified child & adolescent counsellor, registered with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP).  I hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Children at School with Place2Be and the University of East London.

I have a lot of experience working in both primary and secondary schools and also see clients in my private practice.  I offer face to face, telephone and zoom sessions as needed.

Due to the integrative nature of my approach, I adapt sessions to meet the needs of the client, either taking their lead where necessary or gently and respectfully exploring their difficulties and issues, creating a safe and supportive space.  

My aim is to raise an awareness of their emotions, build resilience and provide them with the emotional tools they need to be able to achieve their potential.  Part of this process is about developing a feeling of self assurance in their own ability.

I am acutely aware of what the parent may also be experiencing during this difficult time and the feeling of helplessness that can often come when your child is struggling.

​I draw on different modalities as needed, which include the following:

​Person centred, Psychodynamic, Play therapy, Systemic, Child Development Attachment theory and Brief solution focussed therapy.

All my work is supervised by a registered BACP supervisor.

I run a practice in Harpenden where I see young children through to adolescents.  I offer counselling in schools and via the telephone and zoom.

Free initial telephone conversation.

£60 per session.

First initial assessment £60 (50 minutes)