Chris Edwards

Specialising in SUpporting young minds

An experienced and compassionate Occupational Therapist, serving those aged 7 plus, adults and the LGBTQIA+ community.

About me

I’m Chris, Penrith-based Occupational Therapist with extensive experience of working within mental health services and education. I work with children (aged 7+), adolescents, young adults, adults and families, providing support around a range of mental health and well-being related difficulties, from emotional dis-ease and debilitating self-doubt to perfectionism and procrastination. My practice is also informed by my Post-Graduate Certificate in Counselling and Psychology in Education. I am also trained in Eye movement, Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) psychotherapy for trauma.

Lastly, I enjoy working with those who may feel rejected or judged by others, this has also included working with clients facing difficulties around their sexuality or within their various personal or LGBTQ+ communities.

Who I work with

I work with those who feel that their mental health is impacting upon various aspects of their life and sense of well-be-ing, including their routine, relationships and roles (such as at school or work related roles). This includes those looking for a safe and non-judgmental space to unburden and share their difficulties within, who are keen to bring about positive change.

My work can also involve working with children, adolescents, parents or families who are looking for collective, as well as individual support, to overcome their difficulties. I also have a wealth of experience in supporting those who identify as being neuro-diverse or suspect they may be neuro-diverse.

Lastly, my work often includes working with those who may feel rejected or judged by others, such as those facing difficulties around their sexuality or within their various personal or LGBTQ+ communities.

Key Specialist Skills

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Emotional Regulation

Generalised Anxiety Disorder

Trauma (Including PTSD)

Phobias

Low Self Esteem

Depression & Low Mood

Client-centred Therapy

Working with Children & Families

Emotionally Based School Avoidance

Working with Children in Educational Establishments

If you would like further information regarding any of the above interventions, or would like to book an appointment, please contact me.

What do my clients say?

Names are hidden to uphold client confidentiality.

★★★★★

Chris became a lifeline, a beacon of hope for our son and ourselves during a very difficult time.

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Chris’s home visits helped reset our sons’ emotions and helped him regulate how he was feeling. Our son felt as though he wasn’t the only child who experiences big feelings and loneliness.

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Finding the right therapist isn’t easy, especially with children. Chris has a natural affinity with children and develops genuine connections quickly. We would highly recommend Chris as a therapist in particular, his unique understanding of children and their pressured lives and complex, hidden feelings.

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