Counselling in Leicester

Photo of Dr Anita K Sudan, Psychologist in Leicester, England
Dr Anita K Sudan
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Leicester LE7
Life is full of events, relationships, stresses and strains and all these impact on us in many different ways. It can affect all the important things to us such as school, work, relationships and our own perception of ourselves. This can be tiring and overwhelming. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be this way and I believe strongly that a person can benefit from having a space to discuss their feelings and develop ideas and strategies to improve their emotional wellbeing.
Life is full of events, relationships, stresses and strains and all these impact on us in many different ways. It can affect all the important things to us such as school, work, relationships and our own perception of ourselves. This can be tiring and overwhelming. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be this way and I believe strongly that a person can benefit from having a space to discuss their feelings and develop ideas and strategies to improve their emotional wellbeing.
0116 497 6798 View 0116 497 6798
Photo of Rima Sidhpara, Psychotherapist in Leicester, England
Rima Sidhpara
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leicester LE1
I offer an initial consultation, which is also an opportunity to assess whether my style of working is for you. My aim is to help individuals and couples address the causes of their problems, reduce symptoms and move forward in life. I can work with most adult mental health issues , and I specialise in Borderline personality disorder/EUPD, Trauma, and PTSD.
I offer an initial consultation, which is also an opportunity to assess whether my style of working is for you. My aim is to help individuals and couples address the causes of their problems, reduce symptoms and move forward in life. I can work with most adult mental health issues , and I specialise in Borderline personality disorder/EUPD, Trauma, and PTSD.
0116 478 4480 View 0116 478 4480
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Emma Crocker Counselling
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Leicester LE1  (Online Only)
Sometimes it can be difficult to pinpoint exactly what’s wrong. Or, you may know what’s wrong, but not necessarily how to go about changing it. Everyone is different, and I utilise my skills and training to approach counselling in a collaborative way. I provide a non-judgemental, safe, confidential, therapeutic space where we can better understand what’s going on for you and explore ways to create or restore balance in your life. A great deal of my practice is focused on relationships (with ourselves and others- including our relationships with the things and people we turn to- substances, eating disorders, self- harm etc).
Sometimes it can be difficult to pinpoint exactly what’s wrong. Or, you may know what’s wrong, but not necessarily how to go about changing it. Everyone is different, and I utilise my skills and training to approach counselling in a collaborative way. I provide a non-judgemental, safe, confidential, therapeutic space where we can better understand what’s going on for you and explore ways to create or restore balance in your life. A great deal of my practice is focused on relationships (with ourselves and others- including our relationships with the things and people we turn to- substances, eating disorders, self- harm etc).
0116 326 5124 View 0116 326 5124
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The Eyris Practice
Psychotherapist, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Leicester LE19
Waitlist for new clients
The impact of difficult life experiences can adversely affect our mental well-being or interpersonal relationships at any time in our lives.Such life occurances may include truama, a bereavement or experiencing anxiety and depression. I use a person centred approach to develop a therapeutic relationship with you. This helps over time to support you in gaining insight and understanding of the emotional and mental difficulties you're experiencing. I provide a safe space to listen to you and identify the best therapeutic approach to meet your needs.I offer both face to face and online therapy to suit your individual needs.
The impact of difficult life experiences can adversely affect our mental well-being or interpersonal relationships at any time in our lives.Such life occurances may include truama, a bereavement or experiencing anxiety and depression. I use a person centred approach to develop a therapeutic relationship with you. This helps over time to support you in gaining insight and understanding of the emotional and mental difficulties you're experiencing. I provide a safe space to listen to you and identify the best therapeutic approach to meet your needs.I offer both face to face and online therapy to suit your individual needs.
01788 221257 View 01788 221257
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Sormila Saha
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Leicester LE1  (Online Only)
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 18 years of experience working in the NHS , within the Secondary Adult Mental health services. I am experienced in providing psychological therapies to individual presenting with distressing emotions and a wide range of difficulties due to the impact of adverse life events both in childhood and in adult life. My special interest is in working in trauma, with issues around sense of self, feelings of guilt and shame and relationship with self and others.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 18 years of experience working in the NHS , within the Secondary Adult Mental health services. I am experienced in providing psychological therapies to individual presenting with distressing emotions and a wide range of difficulties due to the impact of adverse life events both in childhood and in adult life. My special interest is in working in trauma, with issues around sense of self, feelings of guilt and shame and relationship with self and others.
01803 221758 View 01803 221758
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Jennifer Steans
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Verified Verified
Leicester LE1  (Online Only)
Welcome, I'm Jennifer, a HCPC registered and BPS accredited Psychologist and EMDR therapist. I believe in creating a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space to listen to your lived experience and support you to find the best way to heal. I believe therapy is different for everyone and I support people looking for short term relief and those who want to look deeper into past issues. I value feedback and like to work in an open and collaborative way with my clients. I also offer supervision for other psychologists, psychologists in training or mental health workers.
Welcome, I'm Jennifer, a HCPC registered and BPS accredited Psychologist and EMDR therapist. I believe in creating a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space to listen to your lived experience and support you to find the best way to heal. I believe therapy is different for everyone and I support people looking for short term relief and those who want to look deeper into past issues. I value feedback and like to work in an open and collaborative way with my clients. I also offer supervision for other psychologists, psychologists in training or mental health workers.
0115 647 0290 View 0115 647 0290
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Joan Elizabeth Carter
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Leicester LE7
Waitlist for new clients
I am an experienced Registered and Senior Accredited counsellor/psychotherapist I have 25 years experience and over 20,000 hours client sessions. I offer individual and couples counselling. I have extensive experience working for the NHS, heading up a therapy service in one of the largest GP Medical Practices in the UK. I now work from my home near OAKHAM. The first step is to meet me for an initial assessment session so that you ca decide if I am the right therapist for you and if so, we can consider how best to address the issues you are facing. I believe that the relationship is central to our work together.
I am an experienced Registered and Senior Accredited counsellor/psychotherapist I have 25 years experience and over 20,000 hours client sessions. I offer individual and couples counselling. I have extensive experience working for the NHS, heading up a therapy service in one of the largest GP Medical Practices in the UK. I now work from my home near OAKHAM. The first step is to meet me for an initial assessment session so that you ca decide if I am the right therapist for you and if so, we can consider how best to address the issues you are facing. I believe that the relationship is central to our work together.
01572 492166 View 01572 492166
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Sarah Graham
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leicester LE19
Therapy can help us to manage our lives and our relationships better, it can lead to more fulfilling relationships and a renewed sense of aliveness. Learning how to manage symptoms such as overthinking, insomnia, anxiety, depression, lack of energy, or an enduring sense of helplessness and despair, can lead to renewed energy and a greater sense of freedom in our lives. In my sessions I often use teaching, in order to help make sense of and understand why you might be feeling the way you do and to help you learn ways to make changes in order to better manage those feelings.
Therapy can help us to manage our lives and our relationships better, it can lead to more fulfilling relationships and a renewed sense of aliveness. Learning how to manage symptoms such as overthinking, insomnia, anxiety, depression, lack of energy, or an enduring sense of helplessness and despair, can lead to renewed energy and a greater sense of freedom in our lives. In my sessions I often use teaching, in order to help make sense of and understand why you might be feeling the way you do and to help you learn ways to make changes in order to better manage those feelings.
07480 784324 View 07480 784324
Photo of Catherine Kniveton, Psychotherapist in Leicester, England
Catherine Kniveton
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leicester LE1
Hello I’m Catherine , a highly experienced EMDR therapist & Psychotherapist. I provide a safe confidential space with compassionate & empathetic support: I am here to listen. I know it can be scary to reach out for support particularly if it's the first time. Feel free to contact me regarding any questions about therapy, myself, your goals or concerns. Sometimes it can be too difficult to talk, I have specialisms in EMDR & Art Therapy. I own CK Therapy with a team of couples, Music, play & person centred therapists if you have any interests in these I can support you. I am registered with the Health & Care Professionals Council.
Hello I’m Catherine , a highly experienced EMDR therapist & Psychotherapist. I provide a safe confidential space with compassionate & empathetic support: I am here to listen. I know it can be scary to reach out for support particularly if it's the first time. Feel free to contact me regarding any questions about therapy, myself, your goals or concerns. Sometimes it can be too difficult to talk, I have specialisms in EMDR & Art Therapy. I own CK Therapy with a team of couples, Music, play & person centred therapists if you have any interests in these I can support you. I am registered with the Health & Care Professionals Council.
07730 569162 View 07730 569162
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Elizabeth Clarke
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Leicester LE1
Not accepting new clients
I aim to put your interests first, respect your autonomy and confidentiality, and value diversity; all within clear ethical boundaries. I welcome different ways of being so if you like to speak a lot, enjoy moments of silence, want to doodle, draw mind maps, make notes etc.; you can do so in our sessions. Clients experience relief that they can be themselves whether that’s feeling sad, happy, angry, despondent, confused or other emotions. I have been described as being inviting, warm, understanding and down to earth.
I aim to put your interests first, respect your autonomy and confidentiality, and value diversity; all within clear ethical boundaries. I welcome different ways of being so if you like to speak a lot, enjoy moments of silence, want to doodle, draw mind maps, make notes etc.; you can do so in our sessions. Clients experience relief that they can be themselves whether that’s feeling sad, happy, angry, despondent, confused or other emotions. I have been described as being inviting, warm, understanding and down to earth.
01858 457162 View 01858 457162

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Nigel Farmer
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Loughborough LE12
I provide therapy in the East Midlands using an integrative humanistic approach and work with clients both in the short and long term. I have 19 years experience working in NHS, Police, Educational and Charitable sectors. I offer an opportunity for people to lead a more productive, satisfying and fulfilling life. I always aim to offer an appointment within a few days of your initial contact, Give me a call 07788712776 or send me an email if you would like a free no obligation chat at a time convenient for you.
I provide therapy in the East Midlands using an integrative humanistic approach and work with clients both in the short and long term. I have 19 years experience working in NHS, Police, Educational and Charitable sectors. I offer an opportunity for people to lead a more productive, satisfying and fulfilling life. I always aim to offer an appointment within a few days of your initial contact, Give me a call 07788712776 or send me an email if you would like a free no obligation chat at a time convenient for you.
01509 279483 View 01509 279483

Online Therapists

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Elizabeth Anne Van Rein
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Oldbury B69
Elizabeth is an advanced accredited Psychotherapist, accredited Master Hypnotherapist and is a senior associate member of the Royal Society of Medicine. She specialises in abuse, trauma, identity disorders, disassociated amnesia, anxiety, stress, phobias, depression and suicidal thoughts.. Elizabeth has a keen interest in the relationship between Neuroscience and Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy and our self belief systems and perceptions. She firmly believes that the advantages of counselling and psychotherapy give us a clear insight to the true essence of ourselves, unhindered by the fast pace of the modern environment.
Elizabeth is an advanced accredited Psychotherapist, accredited Master Hypnotherapist and is a senior associate member of the Royal Society of Medicine. She specialises in abuse, trauma, identity disorders, disassociated amnesia, anxiety, stress, phobias, depression and suicidal thoughts.. Elizabeth has a keen interest in the relationship between Neuroscience and Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy and our self belief systems and perceptions. She firmly believes that the advantages of counselling and psychotherapy give us a clear insight to the true essence of ourselves, unhindered by the fast pace of the modern environment.
01554 701498 View 01554 701498
Photo of Lara Piper, Counsellor in Leicester, England
Lara Piper
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Stroud GL5
People take the step to seek therapy for many reasons. Perhaps you are experiencing feelings of anxiety, overwhelm or depression. You may be facing a dilemma, feeling stuck or lacking a sense of purpose or direction in life. Often people will come because they are struggling with relationship or family issues that feel hard to resolve. A traumatic event, loss or life-stage crisis might lead you to look for professional support. Maybe fears and unhelpful behaviours are limiting your life.
People take the step to seek therapy for many reasons. Perhaps you are experiencing feelings of anxiety, overwhelm or depression. You may be facing a dilemma, feeling stuck or lacking a sense of purpose or direction in life. Often people will come because they are struggling with relationship or family issues that feel hard to resolve. A traumatic event, loss or life-stage crisis might lead you to look for professional support. Maybe fears and unhelpful behaviours are limiting your life.
01453 703526 View 01453 703526
Photo of Ali Carter, Psychotherapist in Leicester, England
Ali Carter
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Newark NG24
With over 20 years of experience, I have worked 8 years as a counsellor in primary care NHS and 12 years in private practice. Everybody I work with is a unique human being with a personality and life experience like no other. I work eclectically with a wide range of disciplines to achieve the best combination of therapeutic tools to help the client. Our relationship is the most important part of the work we are doing together. My attention and focus is about making you feel safe and cared for so you feel empowered and equipped to engage in the therapeutic process
With over 20 years of experience, I have worked 8 years as a counsellor in primary care NHS and 12 years in private practice. Everybody I work with is a unique human being with a personality and life experience like no other. I work eclectically with a wide range of disciplines to achieve the best combination of therapeutic tools to help the client. Our relationship is the most important part of the work we are doing together. My attention and focus is about making you feel safe and cared for so you feel empowered and equipped to engage in the therapeutic process
01636 556034 View 01636 556034
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Baldwin Therapy EMDR, Counsellor, CBT, Supervisor
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Accrington BB5
Baldwin Therapy offer EMDR, Counselling, CBT, Professional Supervision and training which can be delivered as face to face or online. Our therapists have over 22 years' experience of working with a wide range of mental health difficulty including anxiety and depression. The therapists work alongside the NHS, Private sector, the local authority and Education. A FREE 15 minute telephone consultation to discuss your needs and to look at what therapy would be best is available on request. Baldwin Therapy have both Male and Female therapists.
Baldwin Therapy offer EMDR, Counselling, CBT, Professional Supervision and training which can be delivered as face to face or online. Our therapists have over 22 years' experience of working with a wide range of mental health difficulty including anxiety and depression. The therapists work alongside the NHS, Private sector, the local authority and Education. A FREE 15 minute telephone consultation to discuss your needs and to look at what therapy would be best is available on request. Baldwin Therapy have both Male and Female therapists.
01254 964104 View 01254 964104
Photo of Amreeta Chapman, Counsellor in Leicester, England
Amreeta Chapman
Counsellor, PsychD, MBACP
Verified Verified
Reading RG5
My Clients over the last 18 years have ranged from having simple symptoms ( i.e. sleep disturbances, anxiety about interviews or social anxiety ) to severe symptoms (i.e. severe depression, insomnia, PTSD, OCD, Borderline Personality or sexual abuse). My clients are looking for tools that will help them reduce or eliminate those symptoms but they are also wanting to develop long term functional habits that will help them lead a healthier life. Most of my clients are highly functional but they are struggling with emotional issues in their relationships with childhood abuse, addictions, fears, self-esteem and others.
My Clients over the last 18 years have ranged from having simple symptoms ( i.e. sleep disturbances, anxiety about interviews or social anxiety ) to severe symptoms (i.e. severe depression, insomnia, PTSD, OCD, Borderline Personality or sexual abuse). My clients are looking for tools that will help them reduce or eliminate those symptoms but they are also wanting to develop long term functional habits that will help them lead a healthier life. Most of my clients are highly functional but they are struggling with emotional issues in their relationships with childhood abuse, addictions, fears, self-esteem and others.
0118 214 8554 View 0118 214 8554
Photo of Dr Emily Haythornthwaite, Psychologist in Leicester, England
Dr Emily Haythornthwaite
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mildenhall IP28  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and welcome. My name is Dr Emily Haythornthwaite. I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Alongside my private practice, I work part-time within the NHS in a perinatal community mental health team as a Highly Specialised Clinical Psychologist. I have worked in a variety of settings including CMHTs, CAMHS, EIP, DCMH for serving military personnel and forensics. I have experience of working with people experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, sleep difficulties and dissociation.
Hello and welcome. My name is Dr Emily Haythornthwaite. I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Alongside my private practice, I work part-time within the NHS in a perinatal community mental health team as a Highly Specialised Clinical Psychologist. I have worked in a variety of settings including CMHTs, CAMHS, EIP, DCMH for serving military personnel and forensics. I have experience of working with people experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, sleep difficulties and dissociation.
01284 334953 View 01284 334953
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Stephanie Anne Edwards
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Wirral CH47
I believe each of us have the capacity to grow to reach our true potential. What can influence or inhibit our positive growth? Our life experiences are affected by childhood events, our relationships with parents. siblings, other family members, friendships, work etc, Our soil can be contaminated by others in our lives when we experience childhood trauma, grief, loss, shame and witnessing violence. being in abusive relationships, life and death situations. These experiences influence us as we grow up, our emotions, our beliefs, our thoughts and our behaviours. This can make us feel depressed, anxious, derailed and scared.
I believe each of us have the capacity to grow to reach our true potential. What can influence or inhibit our positive growth? Our life experiences are affected by childhood events, our relationships with parents. siblings, other family members, friendships, work etc, Our soil can be contaminated by others in our lives when we experience childhood trauma, grief, loss, shame and witnessing violence. being in abusive relationships, life and death situations. These experiences influence us as we grow up, our emotions, our beliefs, our thoughts and our behaviours. This can make us feel depressed, anxious, derailed and scared.
07723 441602 View 07723 441602
Photo of Liam West, Counsellor in Leicester, England
Liam West
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
London EC1Y  (Online Only)
•Working remotely only at present ! Set up Skype, Zoom, Facetime, Whatspp or whatver works best for you • I am a professional trained BACP registered Integrative therapist. I provide a safe and secure environment, one where clients can comfortably open up and share their deepest thoughts and feelings. The therapeutic bond is unique and special, and we will work together in a move towards true self awareness and self acceptance. Whatever it is that you’re struggling with, you don’t need to go through it alone
•Working remotely only at present ! Set up Skype, Zoom, Facetime, Whatspp or whatver works best for you • I am a professional trained BACP registered Integrative therapist. I provide a safe and secure environment, one where clients can comfortably open up and share their deepest thoughts and feelings. The therapeutic bond is unique and special, and we will work together in a move towards true self awareness and self acceptance. Whatever it is that you’re struggling with, you don’t need to go through it alone
07445 802593 View 07445 802593
Photo of Pauliina Pohjonen Counselling & Psychotherapy, Psychotherapist in Leicester, England
Pauliina Pohjonen Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
London SW6
Therapy is for anyone going through difficult times, whether this is due to problems in relationships, stresses at work, death of someone close to you, or struggles with health or perhaps having feelings of sadness and anxiety and not really knowing why this might be.
Therapy is for anyone going through difficult times, whether this is due to problems in relationships, stresses at work, death of someone close to you, or struggles with health or perhaps having feelings of sadness and anxiety and not really knowing why this might be.
020 3872 0723 View 020 3872 0723

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Dissociative Disorders (DID) Counsellors

How does therapy for dissociative disorders work?

Dissociation may be triggered by stress or other upsetting circumstances, and therapy can address the traumatic events at the core of an individual’s dissociation. Understanding why a person may dissociate can help the therapist and the individual come up with alternative methods of coping. A person with a dissociative disorder may get stuck on negative thinking, for example, and treatment like Cognitive behavioural therapy is a gold standard for breaking such thinking. And dialectical behaviour therapy, for example, can help a person manage their anguish through better emotion regulation.

Which therapies are best for dissociative disorders?

Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, schema therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful memories and past traumas. These therapies work to integrate an individual's different identities into one person.

Are there specific medications for dissociation?

There are no specific medications prescribed for dissociative disorders. However, psychosis, depression, anxiety, and/or panic often co-occur in dissociative disorders. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for any accompanying symptom which may include antipsychotics, antidepressants, or anti-anxiety drugs.

How often and how long are therapy sessions?

Like any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. There are still other patients, especially those who have co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, who may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months.