Percuro Psychology

Child and Family Psychologist in Derbyshire
Call us on 07754 439891
email: admin@percuropsychology.co.uk

 

Child, Parent & Family Psychologist - Derbyshire & Online

  • Private HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist specialists in anxiety related difficulties (including OCD) in parents, children, teens & young adults
  • Autism assessment & post diagnosis support and guidance
  • Therapeutic assessment and evidence-based psychological therapy
  • In person and online support available

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Feeling stuck? Worried about your child? Unsure where to turn?

Maybe your child is struggling with anxiety, low mood, or overwhelming emotions and you just don’t know how to help. Maybe they’re refusing to go to school, withdrawing from family life, or their behavior has changed in ways that leave you feeling helpless.

Or maybe you’re the one who’s struggling—exhausted, anxious, or feeling like you’re failing as a parent (you're not, by the way!). The day-to-day challenges of bringing up a child can feel relentless, and sometimes, it’s hard to know what to do next.

You don’t have to figure this out alone. We’re here to help.

Examples of the difficulties we can help you with:

Life with children and teens isn’t always straightforward, and parenting can be far harder than you ever imagined. We offer support for:

✅ Anxiety & worry (including panic attacks, social anxiety & OCD)
✅ Low mood & depression
✅ School refusal / Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance (EBSnA)
✅ Big emotions & challenging behaviours
✅ Friendship & relationship struggles
✅ Adjusting to an autism or ADHD diagnosis (for children, teens & adults)
✅ Family tension & parenting stress 

If any of these feel familiar, there is a way forward—and we can work together to find the right support for you, your child, and your family.

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Parenting Can Feel Overwhelming—But You’re Not Alone

Does this sound familiar?

💭 “I just want my child to be happy again, but nothing I do seems to help.”
💭 “I feel like I’m walking on eggshells, scared of making things worse.”
💭 “My child is struggling, and I have no idea how to support them.”
💭 “I love them so much, but I feel exhausted, frustrated, and out of my depth.”

These feelings are completely normal, and they don’t mean you’re failing. You’re a parent who cares deeply—and that’s why you’re here.

How to Refer & What to Expect

💡 1. Reach Out – Send us a message, and we’ll have a friendly, no-pressure chat about what’s going on.
📅 2. Book an Assessment – We’ll explore your concerns and create a tailored support plan.
🌱 3. Begin Therapy – Whether it’s for your child, for you, or for your family, we’ll guide you forward with warmth, understanding, and expertise.

We accept self-referrals, as well as referrals from GPs, local authorities, and other professionals. We also work with all major health insurance providers—just let us know if this is how you’d like to fund your therapy.

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Meet Dr Melita Ash

HCPC Registered, BPS Chartered Consultant Clinical Psychologist

Dr Melita Ash has spent over a decade supporting parents, children, and families through some of their toughest moments. Using evidence-based therapy, she helps families untangle the challenges they’re facing and find a path forward that feels right for them.

Dr Ash takes a compassionate, whole-family approach, tailoring therapy to your unique situation. There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to mental health, which is why she uses a variety of evidence-based approaches, including:

✔ Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
✔ Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
✔ Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
✔ Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR)
✔ Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP)
✔ Polyvagal Theory & Somatic Approaches

You don’t have to do this alone. With the right support, you can feel more confident, and your child can flourish. Let’s take the first step together.

 

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