It's Complicated

Sean Gittins

Children and Adolescent Counsellor & Supervisor

Available for new clients

I specialise in:

At a glance
Berlin, GermanyAvailable in-person and online
Usually responds within 24 hours

About me

Originally from Wales in the UK, I trained as a Play Therapist with Play Therapy UK and work from a client-centred, gestalt and humanistic approach. Alongside my therapy practice, I also work as a hospital clown and artist, and I believe passionately in the power of creativity and play to foster authenticity, connection, and well-being. Before becoming a therapist, I worked as a teacher in the UK and internationally, with a background in drama and performance. These experiences continue to inform my work, where I aim to create spaces that nurture self-confidence, self-acceptance, and trust while exploring personal, group, and cultural themes. In addition to traditional talking therapy, I often use creative modalities through play therapy including sand tray and figure work, clay, drawing, and story work. These methods provide children and adolescents with new ways to express themselves, explore challenges, and discover solutions that feel empowering and authentic.

I speak:

English

Location:

Arndtstraße 21, 10965 Berlin, Germany

Approach

Treatment Approaches
Art therapyRecommended for those who feel more comfortable expressing emotions through creativity and want to explore their feelings through art rather than talking.
CounsellingRecommended for those who want to talk through their emotional challenges with a professional in a safe, supportive environment.
Person-centered approachRecommended for those looking for a supportive, non-judgmental space where they can lead the conversation and explore their feelings at their own pace.
✱ Work with Children and Adolescents ✱ With children and adolescents, I create a warm, accepting space where play is the natural language for healing and growth. Using sand trays, clay, drawing, puppetry, and story work, I help young people express themselves, build confidence, and explore challenges in new ways. I often support children with: ➤ Emotional regulation and tantrums ➤ Peer and friendship challenges ➤ Confidence and self-esteem ➤ Anxiety and school-related stress ✱ Client-Centred Philosophy ✱ I believe in supporting clients to discover their own solutions, rather than imposing ideas. My work is rooted in a humanistic, gestalt, and client-centred approach, creating a space where authenticity, curiosity, and play can emerge. ✱ Supervision ✱ I trained at the Centre for Supervision and Training Development in London under Robin Shohet and Joan Wilmot. Their influence inspires me to build connection and remove obstacles to communication—whether in schools, families, or workplaces. My supervision aims to strengthen relationships, promote clarity, and encourage honest reflection. ✱ Work with Adults ✱ When working with adults, I combine client-centred and gestalt principles with openness to creative approaches. My focus is on providing a safe and supportive environment for exploring difficulties, fostering resilience, and helping clients make empowered choices that feel authentic to them. ✱ Creative Modalities ✱ In both child and adult work, creativity is central. Whether through storytelling, art, or play, these methods open pathways for expression that words alone cannot always capture, helping clients discover new perspectives and empowering solutions. ✱ Client Feedback ✱ “Thank you Sean for the incredible support during play therapy sessions with M. He is showing so much more confidence and positivity since you’ve started working with him.” “Your compassion, attention to detail, and careful support of D — and us as parents — was something we will forever be grateful for.”

Services

Individual Session

€45 45 min Online & In-person

Individual Session

Sliding scale
€45 45 min Online & In-person

Supervision

€50 1 hr Online & In-person

Insurances

Private Pay
At a glance
Berlin, GermanyAvailable in-person and online
Usually responds within 24 hours

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