Abigail Sinclair Psychotherapist Edinburgh

Abigail Sinclair Psychotherapist Edinburgh: Supporting Children & Young People

Abigail Sinclair Psychotherapist Edinburgh provides a welcoming, empathetic, and approachable space for children and young people. Through play, clients express emotions, manage relationships, and build self-esteem. I work closely with parents and carers, ensuring they remain engaged throughout their child’s therapeutic journey. Because play is a child’s natural medium, it becomes a bridge for understanding emotions effectively.

Abigail Sinclair Psychotherapist Edinburgh: My Approach

I design sessions to meet each child’s unique needs. Consequently, I combine art, drama, music, small world play, and nature-based activities. This variety allows children of all ages, including teenagers, to communicate comfortably. Moreover, I tailor sessions for neurodivergent children or those with special needs. By using massage, therapeutic stories, and visualisations, I personalise each therapy session carefully.

Conditions I Support

I help children and young people facing emotional and behavioural challenges. For instance, I work with clients experiencing:

• Childhood trauma

• Anxiety and mood disorders

• Emotional dysregulation

• Difficulties at school, including school refusal

• Family issues such as divorce or bereavement

• Relationship and attachment difficulties

• Obsessive-compulsive disorder

• Childhood illness and other life events

Furthermore, I apply evidence-based strategies to support resilience and growth. As a result, children gradually develop coping skills and confidence.

Therapies Offered by Abigail Sinclair Psychotherapist Edinburgh

I provide a wide range of therapy options to meet individual needs, including:

• Child-Centred Play Therapy (CCPT)

• Directive Play Therapy

• Filial Play Therapy

• Group Play Therapy

• Cognitive-Behavioural Play Therapy

• Attachment-Based Play Therapy

• Trauma-Informed Play Therapy

These approaches adapt to every child, ensuring progress remains at their pace. By combining structured techniques with creative play, therapy becomes engaging and meaningful.

Qualifications and Professional Memberships

I bring over 11 years of experience in child psychotherapy and play therapy. My academic background includes:

• Diploma in Play Therapy: Children’s Mental Health

• Certificate in Specialised Therapeutic Play Skills

• BA Honours in Children’s Development and Learning: Education

• Foundation Degree in Children’s Development and Learning

I hold professional registrations with:

• Play Therapy UK (PTUK)

• Play Therapy International (PTI)

• Academy of Play and Child Psychotherapy (APAC)

By integrating knowledge, experience, and empathy, I guide children and families through meaningful change.