Kayleigh Waters

Professional Profile

My name is Kayleigh and I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT). I offer face-to-face therapy in Petersfield and Emsworth (Hampshire) and online sessions across the UK.

Alongside private practice I work within NHS Children and Young People’s Mental Health Services (CAMHS), where I support young people experiencing anxiety and related difficulties.

Much of my work focuses on supporting children and adolescents whose anxiety is affecting their confidence, wellbeing or ability to attend school. I have particular experience supporting young people experiencing anxiety, school anxiety and emotionally based school avoidance, as well as difficulties with self-esteem.

When working with younger clients I often involve parents in sessions so they can support their child between appointments. I am also trained in Non-Violent Resistance (NVR), supporting parents to respond confidently to anxiety and school attendance difficulties.

My therapeutic approach is primarily Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and I integrate approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy where appropriate. I also aim to work in a neurodiversity-informed way, tailoring therapy to the individual.

I also support adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, perfectionism and low self-esteem.

I work in line with the ethical standards of the BABCP and hold full professional indemnity insurance to practise in the UK.