Counselling in CH5

At any stage in our lives, relationships and events can leave us with deep hurt and confusion that needs professional help. Counselling can give hope and help untangle confusing thoughts and emotions to understand our true selves and our relationships better, leading to a happier life. Experiencing a therapeutic relationship where you are genuinely valued, understood and accepted without judgement, can be in itself healing. As a person-centred creative counsellor, I see the client and therapist as equals. I provide you with a safe, confidential space to explore the issues that you bring.These sessions are yours, to use as you wish.

I'm a Psychotherapist at Lemons to Lemonade, an independent pyschotherapy, clinical psychology, and coaching practice based at Broughton Retail Park near Chester, run by partners Dr. Rachel Skippon, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, and myself Dr. Stephen Skippon. I offer psychological therapy to help people deal with a wide range of emotional difficulties including depression, anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, panic, panic disorder, stress, low self-esteem, low self-worth, relationship difficulties, problems at work, bereavement, and other forms of loss. I provide specialist therapy for people who have difficulty sleeping.

Feeling stuck, overwhelmed by unwanted thoughts and emotions, then maybe its time to talk. I have worked with areas such as anxiety, low self esteem, loss and bereavement, bullying, confidence building, carers, dementia, physical and mental health diagnoses, stress, relationship issues, life transitions and events, work related issues, coping skills, self-care and many more areas.

Life circumstances and relationships have been changing in our world lately and this is sometimes hard to process for individuals and for couples. I am a qualified, experienced and.. very human.. therapeutic counsellor registered with the BACP, BPS and NCS. I work with individuals and couples both online and face to face through my private practice Counselling Choices.

When you feel the need to speak to someone, you want someone who can really understand you and what you going through, someone you can relate to. The relationship is what matters most, you want someone you can find it easier to trust and makes you feel like they can understand you. Working with all age group has given me opportunity to relate to people in so many level, no matter what their going through. Growing up with my great gran, has given me wisdom and insight that I need to top up what I've learn about working with people. Adapting different cultures, environment, learning from people I meet each day, it'll be my honour.

At Unfold we believe in giving you the opportunity to explore a current concern or issue in a safe, non-judgmental and empathic environment. All our professionally qualified Counsellors are members of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and have a wealth of experience. I have a background in Person-Centred Counselling, I also like to include some CBT and Solution focused elements in my work. I am happy to talk to you over the phone and would can offer a discounted first session.

If you are struggling with anxiety, stress, grief, depression, physical, mental or emotional illness then art therapy can enable you to work through your issues. Alex will sit with you and help you to process your feelings through using art therapy, enabling you to heal, build better coping strategies and self-worth. Just as a painting or piece of music says something that almost defy description, art therapy provides individuals with emotional challenges a way to express themselves. People do not have to be artists to do art therapy. Alex uses a holistic approach adapting each session to her client’s needs.

I am a BACP accredited psychotherapist with over 15 years experience within private practice and both public and financial sectors at a senior level. Sometimes, people are clear about what they are struggling with: anxiety, panic attacks, depression, PTSD, grief/loss, personal or work related issues/relationships etc. Others may be less clear and feel that what they are experiencing "is not bad enough". Whichever group you fall into, if you have an experience or situation that is impacting your daily life; either something that happened years ago or more recently, working to find a way forward, is your choice.

Finding a counsellor can feel a daunting prospect, especially when feeling at your lowest ebb, navigating life's challenges, difficulties and the painful emotions these can bring. As an integrative therapist I will adapt my therapeutic approach to best suit your needs. I can offer you a safe space to explore these emotions and situations causing you most distress. In developing a trusting therapeutic relationship, we can explore what is impacting your wellbeing most, identify changes you wish to make and set realistic and achievable goals to work towards healing and growth, leaving you feeling empowered, stronger and more confident.