CBT for children & young people · Coulsdon & online
Small steps, in the right direction.
I'm Stephanie, a CBT therapist for children, young people and their families. If things feel stuck at home or at school, we can start with a conversation and work out what would actually help.
17 years
with children, young people & families
BABCP
accredited · reg. 1017947
CBT trained
accredited since 2022
ADOS
trained autism assessor
Stephanie Bizeul
CYP CBT Therapist & Social Worker
BABCP 1017947 · Social Work England SW17077
Meet Stephanie
A therapist, a social worker, and a parent's ally.
I have over 17 years of professional experience working with children, young people and families across different services, including the NHS. My background means I bring a slightly different perspective to therapy, balancing psychological models with an understanding of family life, school and everything else going on around a child.
I've worked extensively in children's and young people's services, including school-based mental health teams. In a previous role as an ASD Specialist, I completed neurodevelopmental assessments for young people, including assessments for autism and ADHD.
Most importantly, I start with what you want and need from therapy, not a fixed programme.
Training & qualifications
Higher National Diploma in Child & Young Person CBT (Merit)
King's College London
BA (Hons) Social Work (2:1)
University of Sunderland
Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) trained
Qualified Yoga Teacher
with experience teaching in a range of settings
Registrations
British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies,
1017947
Social Work England,
SW17077
What I can help with
I work with children and young people, and with parents on their own. Sometimes that's where the most useful work happens.
Anxiety
Including social anxiety, phobias, panic and worry that has taken over.
Autism & ADHD
The challenges of being Autistic or ADHD in a neurotypical world.
Depression & low mood
When everything feels flat, heavy or pointless.
OCD
Intrusive thoughts, rituals and reassurance-seeking that have taken hold.
Low self-esteem
Building a kinder, steadier sense of who they are.
Trauma
Single event trauma, worked through at a pace that feels safe.
Readiness for therapy
Is now the right time?
CBT asks something of a young person, turning up, being curious and trying things out between sessions. Timing matters as much as the therapy itself.
If you're not sure, that's completely normal. We can talk it through on a free call, and I'll be honest with you if I think something else would help more right now.
Signs it could be a good moment
- They know something is hard and want it to change, even a little.
- There's an adult who can bring them and be part of the work.
- Home life is stable enough for weekly sessions to happen.
- You're open to trying things between sessions, not just talking.
It may be worth waiting if
- There's an immediate risk or crisis that needs urgent support first.
- A big change is happening, such as a move, a hospital admission or a bereavement.
- They're firmly against it. Parent-only sessions are often a better start.
CBT, adapted to the child in front of me
How I work
I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and adapt it to the developmental stage and needs of each child or young person. Alongside CBT I draw on systemic and social-work informed approaches.
I also use psychoeducation, behavioural strategies and collaborative problem solving to support both children and the adults around them.
My values
Compassion, collaboration and respect. Every young person and family brings unique strengths, and therapy should build on those.
Partnership with parents, carers and schools is central. Lasting change usually comes through collective support rather than one person working alone.
I came into this work because I want young people to feel better, not because of what a session costs. If I'm not the right person to help, I will say so and do my best to point you somewhere that is.
Systemic thinking
Family dynamics, community and the social factors around a child.
Trauma-informed practice
Safety, trust and empowerment built into the relationship.
Safeguarding frameworks
Balancing wellbeing and protection where there is risk.
Strengths-based approaches
Helping families notice the resilience and resources they already have.
Virtual or face to face in Coulsdon
Sessions & fees
CBT session
50 minutes, usually weekly to begin with.
£100
Adapted CBT
50 minutes, including easy-read materials, session summaries and visual supports.
£120
Assessment appointment
90 minutes. Produces a GP letter, a psychological formulation, a report on psychological measures, recommendations and any risk factors to consider.
£150
Parent-only appointment
50 minutes, for parents and carers without the young person present.
£100
ADOS & write-up
for other professionals only
Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, administered and written up. I can also contribute to a multidisciplinary neurodevelopmental assessment.
£340
Developmental history
for other professionals only
An additional developmental history, taken alongside assessment.
£200
Where we meet
Face to face at the Therapy Life Centre in Coulsdon, or online from wherever you are. Plenty of families do a mix of the two.
Practical things
- Payment by bank transfer, before each session.
- 48 hours' notice to move or cancel a session, otherwise the full fee applies.
- Sessions are confidential, with the usual limits where there's a risk of harm.
- Letters are included in the fee for that appointment.
Contact me
Choose a convenient time for a free introductory call, or send me a message first. We can talk about what's going on and whether I'm the right person to help.
Therapy Life Centre, Coulsdon, Surrey