Supporting Emotional Growth with Empathy and Expertise
My Story and Mission
Echoes Drawing and Talking Therapy began from a passion to offer calm, empathetic support tailored to young people facing emotional difficulties. With over 20 years of experience, my mission is to provide safe, trusting environments where children and adolescents can explore feelings, build resilience, and overcome challenges like anxiety, trauma, and family changes.
At Echoes, we hold trust, safety, and a person centred approach as core values, ensuring every client receives support that respects their unique needs and fosters wellbeing.
Meet Our Dedicated Therapist
I am Lesley Kennedy, a qualified teacher and an advanced practitioner of drawing & talking. With over 20 years experience I combine therapeutic techniques with an understanding of child development.
I have worked in diverse communities including Traveller sites, an inclusion charity, foster homes, students homes, primary and secondary schools.
Within each setting I have experienced how valuable interventions can be in supporting a students sense of belonging and ability to thrive
Throughout my dedicated career I have supported students with PDA, ASD, ADHD, behavioural challenges and attachment issues
