Larissa Reidy

I am originally from Ireland and trained as a counsellor and psychotherapist there. I have lived in France since 2011. I have two children who were born in France. I understand the difficulties of moving to a country with a different culture and language, including the challenges of having children in this context. Before having children, I lived in Australia and America. My life experiences have included loss and many challenges. Although challenges may arise, we can live with them and learn from them. Everyone has a fundamental drive towards growth. I facilitate a weekly group that supports mothers, from those who are expecting to those who have small and more grown-up children. Parenting can make us feel stressed, low in mood, and anxious, which in turn can make parenting difficult. Sometimes, a little bit of support is needed in these circumstances. I am a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists and follow their code of ethics and practice (www.bacp.co.uk). I continue to study and keep up to date with new approaches and techniques so that I can provide supportive and informative services to my clients.