Childcare, Family Support and Therapeutic Guidance
Emily McElhatton MA, BSc. Integrative Psychotherapy and Counselling For Children, Adolescents and Their Families
A Qualified Child Therapist and Professional Nanny.
Supporting children and families, through nurturing childcare, emotional understanding, and practical family support.
What I Offer
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Flexible childcare with a deeper understanding of children and families.
Therapeutic Nannying is an ad-hoc childcare service for families looking for trusted, professional support from an experienced childcare practitioner with over 10 years of experience working with children and a qualification in child and adolescent therapy.
Whether you need daytime support, evening childcare, school holiday cover, or an extra pair of hands during busy periods, this service provides dependable childcare on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Practical, compassionate support for parents navigating the challenges of family life.
Parenting does not come with a manual, and every child is unique. Parent consultations provide a space to discuss concerns, explore challenges, and gain insight into your child's emotional, social, and developmental needs.
Drawing upon my experience in childcare, child development, family systems, and child and adolescent therapy, consultations are designed to help parents better understand what may be happening beneath a child's behaviour while identifying practical strategies that can be implemented at home.
Whether you are facing a specific challenge or simply looking for guidance and reassurance, consultations offer a supportive, non-judgemental space to reflect, problem-solve, and develop confidence in your parenting approach.
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Supporting families through the everyday challenges of raising children.
Family life can be rewarding, but it can also feel overwhelming. Between school, routines, behaviour challenges, emotional wellbeing, technology, friendships, and busy schedules, many parents find themselves carrying a significant mental and emotional load.
Family Support is designed to provide practical, personalised support that helps families create calmer, more connected home environments.
Drawing upon my background in childcare, child development, family systems, and child and adolescent therapy, I work alongside families to better understand challenges, identify strengths, and implement realistic strategies that support both children and parents.
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Why Families Choose NannyEmmy
Qualified therapist and childcare professional
Understanding of child development
Supportive and non-judgemental approach
Focus on confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing
Practical support for real family life
Blog Posts
Thoughts on Eton’s Smart Phone Ban
Opinions on Eton College’s Smart Phone Ban. Nanny Emmy discusses her own opinion on the ban and looks into the detrimental effects of smart phone use.
Toilet Training Tips
Toilet Training Time. Nanny Emmy gives her tips on how to go about toilet training your toddler so they’re ready for that big step into school.
Navigating LGBTQ+ Questions From Children
Navigating LGBTQ+ questions with children. What should we do when children approach us with LGBTQ+ questions? Nanny Emmy offers her own approach and provides 3 helpful tips to keep in mind when discussing these topics.
Flying With Kids: Top Tips
Flying with Children on A Plane. Nanny Emmy shares her top tips on how to ensure a smooth plane journey with your children.
The Kids Won’t Go On Holiday With Us
The Kids Won’t Go on Holiday With Us. Nanny Emmy discusses the moment when teenagers and young adults no longer want to go away with their parents.
“I Don’t Enjoy Parenting Right Now”
"I Don’t Enjoy Parenting Right Now." Nanny Emmy explores the common challenges of parenting and offers practical advice for coping during those difficult times when you may feel overwhelmed and even resentful about being a parent.
Summer Holiday Ideas
As the summer holidays approach, Nanny Emmy offers a range of creative and affordable ideas to ensure a fun, boredom-free break that everyone can enjoy and contribute to.
The Control Switch Technique
Nanny Emmy shares a technique called The Control Switch. Getting children to do things can be a challenge especially when they simply say no. Often a simple control switch is all that is needed to get you through smoothly, so give it a read and try out the technique for yourself!
Parenting A Teen: The Battle Of Control
Nanny Emmy focusses on the struggles of parenting a teenager in the Battle of Control.
“I Hate My Daughter’s Boyfriend”
“I hate may Daughter’s boyfriend!” Nanny Emmy discusses how to cope when struggling with a teenage relationship that you disagree with.
“Should I Make My Child Go To School?”
Nanny Emmy discusses if making your child go to school is the best option regarding mental health, holidays, sick days and alternative education options.
My Child Really Struggles To Sleep (5-8 Year Olds)
My Child Really Struggles To Sleep (5-8 Years Old). Nanny Emmy shares some tips on how to manage with a sleepless child.
On Being Father Christmas…
Nanny Emmy shares her tips and tricks on being Father Christmas in the smoothest way possible! How to give yourself a lovely Christmas and avoid tantrums and arguments over Christmas.
“My 5 Year Old is in a Relationship!”
“MY 5 YEAR OLD IS IN A RELATIONSHIP!” Nanny Emmy discusses the topic of child relationships and how to navigate this as a parent.
Losing A Grandparent: Collective Grief and Parenting
Nanny Emmy shares her thoughts on parenting whilst experiencing the death of a parent and offers ideas for helping children through grief.
Children That Test The Boundaries
Nanny Emmy shares her top tips on coping with children that constantly push boundaries.
My Kids Won’t Stop Fighting!
What to do when your kids keep fighting. Nanny Emmy shares her top tips for dealing with fighting siblings.
The Highly Energetic Child.
Nanny Emmy gives her 5 top tips on dealing with an overly energetic child.