The Family Treatment Service

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Dr Lisa Connell is a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist with a wealth of experience in managing a wide range o...
24/09/2025

Dr Lisa Connell is a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist with a wealth of experience in managing a wide range of psychiatric conditions including anxiety, OCD, depression and eating disorders.

She specialises in providing psychiatric assessments for children and adolescents and assessing neurodevelopmental conditions.

After completing her medical degree at St Barts and The Royal London Medical School, Dr Connell trained in Psychiatry at St George’s and South West London, before completing her Child Psychiatry training in Bristol.

She has worked in the field of mental health since 2004, including 20 years in the NHS where she continues to be a Consultant alongside her private work.

She is highly skilled in approaching assessments in a holistic way that considers all areas of a person's life, including what makes them unique.

Her kind, considerate approach coupled with her passion for making a difference to families and young people, has led to outstanding feedback:

“Dr Connell is compassionate and kind, and balances this approach with rigour and excellent current knowledge and skills. She has an excellent style of communicating with young people; she is thoughtful, open, and listens carefully to allow people to be heard.”

To find out more about our Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Service or to book an appointment at our clinic in Wimbledon, visit www.thefamilytreatmentservice.com

Our free monthly webinar series is back this September - starting with a session exploring Emotionally Based School Avoi...
29/08/2025

Our free monthly webinar series is back this September - starting with a session exploring Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA).

As the start of the school year approaches, experiencing some anxiety about school is very normal for children and young people, particularly at transition points such as a new term or during exams. However for some young people, this anxiety can become overwhelming and result in the avoidance of school.

This is referred to as Emotionally Based School Avoidance which highlights the emotional factors underlying attendance difficulties.

Aimed at parents, carers and professionals, this webinar will explore the definition, risk factors and signs of EBSA, highlighting available interventions and support.

The session will be hosted by Dr Mollie Higgins, a child and educational psychologist with specialist experience of helping young people with school avoidance difficulties.

To sign up for this free webinar, visit www.thefamilytreatmentservice.com/groups-and-workshops

Emily is a HCPC registered Child and Educational Psychologist. After working as an Assistant Educational Psychologist at...
01/08/2025

Emily is a HCPC registered Child and Educational Psychologist. After working as an Assistant Educational Psychologist at a Social, Emotional and Mental Health School, Emily completed her professional doctorate at the Tavistock and Portman NHS Trust. She has worked in CAMHS, Private Practice, and with Local Authorities, supporting children with diverse needs.
She has a wealth of experience working across educational settings, including primary, secondary, and specialist schools, supporting young people with learning difficulties, social, emotional and mental health challenges, and neurodevelopmental conditions.

You can find out more about our Educational Support Service and book an initial consultation by visiting:

https://www.thefamilytreatmentservice.com/educational-support-service

We are proud supporters of Dons Local Action Group and our clinic in Wimbledon Village is now an official drop off point...
03/07/2025

We are proud supporters of Dons Local Action Group and our clinic in Wimbledon Village is now an official drop off point for donations.

As Wimbledon captures the world’s attention, we’re turning ours to children and families in our community who are facing the harsh reality of extreme poverty.

At The Family Treatment Service this month we welcome donations of clean, good condition sport accessories for children - especially football boots, rackets, bats, shin pads etc.

Drop off point:
Family Treatment Service Therapy Clinic
Ridgway Mews
18a Ridgway
Wimbledon
SW19 4QN

Please encourage donations through your school WhatsApp groups, workplace, or with neighbours. A small collection can make a huge difference.

This webinar will uncover how to understand and support children when they experience difficult emotions. The session wi...
25/06/2025

This webinar will uncover how to understand and support children when they experience difficult emotions. The session will be hosted by Dr Jemma Meeson, highly specialist Family Therapist and Clinic Director at The Family Treatment Service. She will discuss the principles of emotion coaching and the importance of understanding and validating the feelings of young people.
The webinar will provide parents, carers and professionals with valuable insights and tools to support emotional efficacy in children.

To sign up for this free webinar visit
www.thefamilytreatmentservice.com/groups-and-workshops

This free webinar will be led by Stephen McCluskey, a highly experienced mental health nurse who has spent the last 30 y...
27/05/2025

This free webinar will be led by Stephen McCluskey, a highly experienced mental health nurse who has spent the last 30 years working within Child and Adolescent Mental Health services (CAMHS), the National Self Harm Service for Adolescents and Specialist Personality Disorder services. He has extensive knowledge of self-harm having worked in this specialist area with young people and families.⁠

Aimed at informing parents, carers and professionals, he will discuss the context of self harm in young people, covering the underlying causes and functions, risk factors, triggers and strategies for supporting young people who harm themselves, including available help.

To sign up visit www.thefamilytreatmentservice.com/groups-and-workshops

Join us for this insightful webinar, exploring what it means to have ADHD and the implications of a diagnosis. Our exper...
12/05/2025

Join us for this insightful webinar, exploring what it means to have ADHD and the implications of a diagnosis. Our expert clinician will discuss considerations including treatment routes and support pathways following diagnosis of ADHD.
The webinar is aimed at parents and professionals with a focus on children and adolescents.

Sign up at:
www.thefamilytreatmentservice.com/groups-and-workshops

Dr Nada Okasha is a HCPC registered psychologist with specialisms in child and adolescent mental health, as well as the ...
29/04/2025

Dr Nada Okasha is a HCPC registered psychologist with specialisms in child and adolescent mental health, as well as the psychological impact of living with a long-term physical condition.
She has both NHS and private healthcare experience, and utilises a combination of approaches such as cognitive-behavioural therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy, and narrative therapy.
She is experienced in working closely with the system surrounding the young person, such as schools, medical professionals and family members.

To find out more about health psychology or book an appointment visit
www.thefamilytreatmentservice.com

It can be difficult to know what to do next, or who to speak to, after your child has received a diagnosis of autism.Thi...
23/04/2025

It can be difficult to know what to do next, or who to speak to, after your child has received a diagnosis of autism.
This webinar, led by expert clinical psychologist Dr Zara Rahemtulla will uncover what a diagnosis really means for you and your child, with a focus on 5-12 year olds.
Sign up for this free webinar at:
www.thefamilytreatmentservice.com/groups-and-workshops

Our eating disorders carers workshops are aimed at parents, partners or friends whose loved one has an eating disorder. ...
14/04/2025

Our eating disorders carers workshops are aimed at parents, partners or friends whose loved one has an eating disorder. These sessions will enable you to learn more about eating disorders and how to support your loved one towards recovery.

We will cover topics including how to be an effective supporter, how to manage difficult behaviours, how to communicate well with your loved one, as well as learning practical skills for managing distress. This group is also an opportunity to connect with others who may be going through similar experiences and support you in looking after yourself during this challenging time.

The group will be facilitated by Áine Loi, a specialist eating disorders occupational therapist with over 10 years experience and a keen interest in working with families of those affected by eating disorders.

Sessions will take place at our therapy centre in Wimbledon Village and run for 4 weeks on Thursday mornings in May.

Find out more about the workshops and register at
https://www.thefamilytreatmentservice.com/groups-and-workshops

Careena Chiu Chi Ching is a CAMHS Clinical Specialist with extensive experience in mental health and education. She supp...
21/03/2025

Careena Chiu Chi Ching is a CAMHS Clinical Specialist with extensive experience in mental health and education. She supports clients facing a range of challenges, including anxiety, trauma, depression, and developmental difficulties.

With her expertise in CBT, DBT, and play therapy, Careena employs creative and evidence-based techniques to help clients process emotions, develop coping strategies, and enhance their overall well-being. Her bilingual skills in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin allow her to connect with a diverse range of clients.

At The Family Treatment Service we offer an initial call with a clinician to understand your needs, guiding you to the best possible, effective help.

To find out more about our service or to make an appointment, please visit www.thefamilytreatmentservice.com

Join us for an insightful webinar aimed at parents and professionals exploring how to support young people in developing...
06/03/2025

Join us for an insightful webinar aimed at parents and professionals exploring how to support young people in developing a positive relationship
with food, body image, and self-esteem.
Our expert clinician Alexia Dempsey will discuss the impact of societal pressures, social media, and emotional well-being on eating behaviours.
She will provide practical strategies to support a healthy mindset.

Hosted by our clinical lead at The Eating Disorder Service - part of The Family Treatment Service - this is the first in our series of free expert-led webinars, covering a range of mental health topics.

Sign up at www.thefamilytreatmentservice.com/webinars

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