Women's Issues Counselling in Alfreton

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Samantha Martin
Counsellor, MBACP
Alfreton DE55
I'm grateful to my clients who have trusted me to support them through a wide range of mental health needs. It's not always easy to trust, especially when life becomes challenging. I strive to build a positive therapeutic relationship with clients, where they can feel safe, unjudged and accepted. Previous clients have used this space to work with bereavement, anxiety, depression, food aversion, environmental sensitivities, neurodiversity, bullying, change in circumstances, relationship dynamics and many other areas. Alongside adults, check out the Gallery to see what therapy might look like for young people and children.
I'm grateful to my clients who have trusted me to support them through a wide range of mental health needs. It's not always easy to trust, especially when life becomes challenging. I strive to build a positive therapeutic relationship with clients, where they can feel safe, unjudged and accepted. Previous clients have used this space to work with bereavement, anxiety, depression, food aversion, environmental sensitivities, neurodiversity, bullying, change in circumstances, relationship dynamics and many other areas. Alongside adults, check out the Gallery to see what therapy might look like for young people and children.
07453 527744 View 07453 527744
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Sharron Power
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
It can be incredibly hard to acknowledge the roots of things like low mood, low self esteem, guilt, difficulties with trust, or changes in eating or sleeping. These are just some of the ways trauma can continue to affect wellbeing long after the abuse has ended. Many survivors of sexual, physical, or emotional abuse don’t immediately recognise the link between what they went through and the challenges they’re facing now.
It can be incredibly hard to acknowledge the roots of things like low mood, low self esteem, guilt, difficulties with trust, or changes in eating or sleeping. These are just some of the ways trauma can continue to affect wellbeing long after the abuse has ended. Many survivors of sexual, physical, or emotional abuse don’t immediately recognise the link between what they went through and the challenges they’re facing now.
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Chloe Hallatt
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Alfreton DE55
Hi, I'm Chloe. A neurodivergent psychotherapist and dog-mum of 2, living and working in Derbyshire. I currently work with a range of clients exploring themes of neurodiversity (self or professionally diagnosed), work-related stress, family dynamics, sexuality and bereavement. I love working with clients to explore power dynamics and have noticed clients using therapy to find their voice establishing boundaries, particularly with parents as they enter adulthood. I have an interest in working with women exploring body-image issues, challenges surrounding weight loss/gain and bariatric surgery.
Hi, I'm Chloe. A neurodivergent psychotherapist and dog-mum of 2, living and working in Derbyshire. I currently work with a range of clients exploring themes of neurodiversity (self or professionally diagnosed), work-related stress, family dynamics, sexuality and bereavement. I love working with clients to explore power dynamics and have noticed clients using therapy to find their voice establishing boundaries, particularly with parents as they enter adulthood. I have an interest in working with women exploring body-image issues, challenges surrounding weight loss/gain and bariatric surgery.
07359 674801 View 07359 674801
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Jeanette Barratt
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
If you have found your way here I appreciate you are reaching out for support. Taking the first step to reaching out to someone; especially a stranger takes courage. Maybe you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, experiencing a life transition: divorce, grief, becoming a parent, children leaving home. Unable to find the strength to cope with change and difficult decisions. Counselling can be a life changing experience; our present struggles and feelings can be a turning point towards a new direction. Counselling is a collaborative task and it is my endeavour to travel alongside you on your journey as you discover new ways to move forward
If you have found your way here I appreciate you are reaching out for support. Taking the first step to reaching out to someone; especially a stranger takes courage. Maybe you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, experiencing a life transition: divorce, grief, becoming a parent, children leaving home. Unable to find the strength to cope with change and difficult decisions. Counselling can be a life changing experience; our present struggles and feelings can be a turning point towards a new direction. Counselling is a collaborative task and it is my endeavour to travel alongside you on your journey as you discover new ways to move forward
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Carrie Meadows
Counsellor, BACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Carrie – Helping You Heal, Grow, and Take Control. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—held back by anxiety, low self-esteem, past trauma, or burnout. Perhaps your relationships feel strained, you’re struggling with grief, or major life changes. You know something needs to shift, but you're unsure how. That’s where I come in. With 20 years of experience in mental health, counselling, parent coaching, education, and holistic well-being, I offer more than just talk therapy. We go deeper—helping you release trauma patterns stored in your body and develop techniques that empower you inside and outside of therapy
Hi, I’m Carrie – Helping You Heal, Grow, and Take Control. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—held back by anxiety, low self-esteem, past trauma, or burnout. Perhaps your relationships feel strained, you’re struggling with grief, or major life changes. You know something needs to shift, but you're unsure how. That’s where I come in. With 20 years of experience in mental health, counselling, parent coaching, education, and holistic well-being, I offer more than just talk therapy. We go deeper—helping you release trauma patterns stored in your body and develop techniques that empower you inside and outside of therapy
0114 697 3434 View 0114 697 3434
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Helen Arnold
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I’m Helen Arnold, a BACP-accredited counsellor offering a calm, supportive space where individuals, or couples, can talk openly and be truly heard. My approach is gentle, collaborative and centred around what you need, whether you’re navigating low mood, loss, relationship difficulties or past trauma. Together, we’ll explore your experiences at your pace and help you find clarity, resilience and a renewed sense of yourself.
I’m Helen Arnold, a BACP-accredited counsellor offering a calm, supportive space where individuals, or couples, can talk openly and be truly heard. My approach is gentle, collaborative and centred around what you need, whether you’re navigating low mood, loss, relationship difficulties or past trauma. Together, we’ll explore your experiences at your pace and help you find clarity, resilience and a renewed sense of yourself.
020 4572 8299 View 020 4572 8299
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Susan Ellen Draper-Todkill
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
My Private Practice includes supporting Professional Emergency Service personnel, NHS, Police and others via Mandatory Counselling and Clinical Supervision, working in person and online. I provide Counselling and Hypnotherapy for a wide range of personal and work related issues including managing and eliminating stress, anxiety, low mood, alcohol reduction, weight management, low self esteem, confidence buidling, relationship issues, divorce and seperation. I am a qualified clinical Supervisor for Counsellors and Hypnotherapists and offer guidance and support within their general practice. Please contact me to discuss your needs.
My Private Practice includes supporting Professional Emergency Service personnel, NHS, Police and others via Mandatory Counselling and Clinical Supervision, working in person and online. I provide Counselling and Hypnotherapy for a wide range of personal and work related issues including managing and eliminating stress, anxiety, low mood, alcohol reduction, weight management, low self esteem, confidence buidling, relationship issues, divorce and seperation. I am a qualified clinical Supervisor for Counsellors and Hypnotherapists and offer guidance and support within their general practice. Please contact me to discuss your needs.
01623 259226 View 01623 259226
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Lisa Wakefield
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I am an accredited psychotherapist/counsellor, and a licensed practitioner in eating disorders with many years of experience working with adults, teenagers/adolescents, as well as couples and families. I have enhanced DBS clearance and I am fully insured. I work from home in a room that is a therapeutic, private space for clients to explore their personal experiences. I have regular supervision to ensure best practice. I am offering online sessions from 8am daily.
I am an accredited psychotherapist/counsellor, and a licensed practitioner in eating disorders with many years of experience working with adults, teenagers/adolescents, as well as couples and families. I have enhanced DBS clearance and I am fully insured. I work from home in a room that is a therapeutic, private space for clients to explore their personal experiences. I have regular supervision to ensure best practice. I am offering online sessions from 8am daily.
01773 308424 View 01773 308424
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Debra Newton
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Hello my name is Debra. Would you like a quiet and relaxed space where you can begin to explore whatever is on your mind. I am committed to providing confidentiality and empathy in a non-judgmental and safe environment to help you to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences and feel empowered in your chosen way forward. Counselling can help with many problems such as anxiety, depression, bereavement and loss, disability, life stages, changes and adjustments and help with self-esteem and confidence feelings and other personal issues. I qualified as a Counsellor in 2003 and work in a person centred way.
Hello my name is Debra. Would you like a quiet and relaxed space where you can begin to explore whatever is on your mind. I am committed to providing confidentiality and empathy in a non-judgmental and safe environment to help you to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences and feel empowered in your chosen way forward. Counselling can help with many problems such as anxiety, depression, bereavement and loss, disability, life stages, changes and adjustments and help with self-esteem and confidence feelings and other personal issues. I qualified as a Counsellor in 2003 and work in a person centred way.
07723 456052 View 07723 456052

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Inclusive Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych
Serves Area
Maybe you feel confused, sad, numb, guilty, ashamed, lost, alone or anxious, with no clear idea of where to turn. Do you need understanding or, empathic support whilst you work through loss, anxiety, negative thoughts and behaviour, relationship problems, or natural life transition and personal crisis? I can help you. I whole heartedly understand how difficult sharing emotions can be, but allow me to reassure you that together we can find different or new ways of understanding your problems by discovering new insights/empowerment/self acceptance & resilience.
Maybe you feel confused, sad, numb, guilty, ashamed, lost, alone or anxious, with no clear idea of where to turn. Do you need understanding or, empathic support whilst you work through loss, anxiety, negative thoughts and behaviour, relationship problems, or natural life transition and personal crisis? I can help you. I whole heartedly understand how difficult sharing emotions can be, but allow me to reassure you that together we can find different or new ways of understanding your problems by discovering new insights/empowerment/self acceptance & resilience.
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Caro Lee
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Whether you’re dealing with anger, anxiety, bereavement, depression, estrangement, family issues, identity, loneliness, menopause, mortality, powerlessness, relationships, or simply want to talk things through, I offer a confidential, non-judgmental space to explore what you’re feeling, and how you can manage it. We’re all different and we all need to find our own way. I can help you do that. The world throws a lot at us, and expects a lot of us. And, very often, we expect a lot of ourselves too. For many of us, it can help to talk through what we’re dealing with, to help us understand what’s going on and find a way forward.
Whether you’re dealing with anger, anxiety, bereavement, depression, estrangement, family issues, identity, loneliness, menopause, mortality, powerlessness, relationships, or simply want to talk things through, I offer a confidential, non-judgmental space to explore what you’re feeling, and how you can manage it. We’re all different and we all need to find our own way. I can help you do that. The world throws a lot at us, and expects a lot of us. And, very often, we expect a lot of ourselves too. For many of us, it can help to talk through what we’re dealing with, to help us understand what’s going on and find a way forward.
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Julia Jakeman
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Welcome, my name is Julia and thank you for taking the time to drop by to learn a little more about me and how I may be able to help you to feel better about your life. It has been my experience that navigating our way through our lives is not always plain sailing and at times we may turn to unhelpful and self-destructive ways to see us through. Whether it is alcohol, drugs, shopping, surgery or unhealthy relationships we are trying to cope with deep unhappiness in the best way we can and as we get older those feelings and addictive behaviour can often get stronger and take us to dark places.
Welcome, my name is Julia and thank you for taking the time to drop by to learn a little more about me and how I may be able to help you to feel better about your life. It has been my experience that navigating our way through our lives is not always plain sailing and at times we may turn to unhelpful and self-destructive ways to see us through. Whether it is alcohol, drugs, shopping, surgery or unhealthy relationships we are trying to cope with deep unhappiness in the best way we can and as we get older those feelings and addictive behaviour can often get stronger and take us to dark places.
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Ali Hayward
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello, I’m Ali (she/her). I’m a fully qualified Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor living in Sheffield. I offer a warm, welcoming, compassionate online environment where you can explore your feelings without feeling judged, criticised or labelled. The main approach I use is Person-Centred therapy, supporting you as you explore your personal challenges, emotions, beliefs, behaviours, and worldview. Through this you gain more awareness of your choices, working towards freedom from anything that may hinder your progress and achieving the self-empowerment you desire.
Hello, I’m Ali (she/her). I’m a fully qualified Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor living in Sheffield. I offer a warm, welcoming, compassionate online environment where you can explore your feelings without feeling judged, criticised or labelled. The main approach I use is Person-Centred therapy, supporting you as you explore your personal challenges, emotions, beliefs, behaviours, and worldview. Through this you gain more awareness of your choices, working towards freedom from anything that may hinder your progress and achieving the self-empowerment you desire.
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Naheed Chowdhery
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Welcome, my name is Naheed and I am a Humanistic Integrative therapist, working from Nottingham, in-person, and online. We all experience dissatisfaction within our relationships at some period within our lives. Sometimes we need support to understand what we are feeling and struggle with anxiety and depression and feel trapped. I am committed to providing support within a safe, empathic and confidential space where you can explore your experience with respect and understanding. I have an in-depth understanding of the experiences of being a daughter, sister, mother, wife or friend and can offer fresh insight to familiar patterns.
Welcome, my name is Naheed and I am a Humanistic Integrative therapist, working from Nottingham, in-person, and online. We all experience dissatisfaction within our relationships at some period within our lives. Sometimes we need support to understand what we are feeling and struggle with anxiety and depression and feel trapped. I am committed to providing support within a safe, empathic and confidential space where you can explore your experience with respect and understanding. I have an in-depth understanding of the experiences of being a daughter, sister, mother, wife or friend and can offer fresh insight to familiar patterns.
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Jackie Coombs
Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Women's issues, neurodivergence, gender identity, stress, anxiety, work-related burnout, addictive behaviours, depression, loss as life changes and relationships break down.
Group-Analytic Psychotherapy & Ind. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, EMDR I am a qualified group analyst, psychotherapist and counsellor. My accreditation is with the UKCP. I have experience in working with people who suffer from depression, anxiety, relational and relationship issues, and people who are recovering from addiction. I also work with people who have work-related stress, as well as those who have suffered trauma. I have had specialist training in EMDR, which can treat trauma as well as phobias and other anxiety disorders. Many people seek therapy for a whole variety of issues and life events.
Women's issues, neurodivergence, gender identity, stress, anxiety, work-related burnout, addictive behaviours, depression, loss as life changes and relationships break down.
Group-Analytic Psychotherapy & Ind. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, EMDR I am a qualified group analyst, psychotherapist and counsellor. My accreditation is with the UKCP. I have experience in working with people who suffer from depression, anxiety, relational and relationship issues, and people who are recovering from addiction. I also work with people who have work-related stress, as well as those who have suffered trauma. I have had specialist training in EMDR, which can treat trauma as well as phobias and other anxiety disorders. Many people seek therapy for a whole variety of issues and life events.
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Hi, I'm Lorna and thank you for reading my profile. Counselling can be helpful for so many reasons. We all have a lot to deal with, from relationships, family issues and stress - to worries about life in general. Perhaps you have low Self-esteem or feel anxious. Maybe you're struggling in your relationships with others.
Hi, I'm Lorna and thank you for reading my profile. Counselling can be helpful for so many reasons. We all have a lot to deal with, from relationships, family issues and stress - to worries about life in general. Perhaps you have low Self-esteem or feel anxious. Maybe you're struggling in your relationships with others.
0115 697 1303 View 0115 697 1303
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Beth Hill
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Online Only
I explore women's issues in the context of their life, helping them be heard and find their own narrative and voice.
As an experienced counsellor and coach my goal is to create a safe space in which the client can talk openly and honestly, making space for healing but also for change. My approach integrates a person centred model with more active processes of change, solution based interventions and strategies to create autonomy and empowerment in the client's life.
I explore women's issues in the context of their life, helping them be heard and find their own narrative and voice.
As an experienced counsellor and coach my goal is to create a safe space in which the client can talk openly and honestly, making space for healing but also for change. My approach integrates a person centred model with more active processes of change, solution based interventions and strategies to create autonomy and empowerment in the client's life.
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Louisa Watts
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
Do you feel called to work through the depths? I provide somatic trauma resolution and deep healing, helping you navigate the depths of your being, guiding you back home to your full aliveness and vitality. I work with people who feel numb or disconnected to life, unable to move through what is holding them back. Through a creative, empathic space I help you to lovingly meet your shadows, express what has been suppressed, reconnect to your intuition and wisdom and reclaim the joy, love, passion and creativity that has been thwarted. This work is life changing and truly transformational.
Do you feel called to work through the depths? I provide somatic trauma resolution and deep healing, helping you navigate the depths of your being, guiding you back home to your full aliveness and vitality. I work with people who feel numb or disconnected to life, unable to move through what is holding them back. Through a creative, empathic space I help you to lovingly meet your shadows, express what has been suppressed, reconnect to your intuition and wisdom and reclaim the joy, love, passion and creativity that has been thwarted. This work is life changing and truly transformational.
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Lynne Walder
Psychotherapist, MBACP
I help midlife women have an anxiety free menopause. Women in transition, who feel anxious, stuck and overwhelmed, and know something needs to change, but don’t know where to start, to step into their next, most aligned chapter with calm, confidence, and clarity. If you’re a woman navigating menopause alongside life’s bigger shifts…you’re in the right place. Most Menopause coaches give their focus to the physical symptoms of menopause. I don’t. My focus is on addressing the psychological and emotional impacts of menopause. The mental stress of menopause is too often overlooked. It’s time to change that.
I help midlife women have an anxiety free menopause. Women in transition, who feel anxious, stuck and overwhelmed, and know something needs to change, but don’t know where to start, to step into their next, most aligned chapter with calm, confidence, and clarity. If you’re a woman navigating menopause alongside life’s bigger shifts…you’re in the right place. Most Menopause coaches give their focus to the physical symptoms of menopause. I don’t. My focus is on addressing the psychological and emotional impacts of menopause. The mental stress of menopause is too often overlooked. It’s time to change that.
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Angie Rigard
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
As a BACP Accredited Integrative Psychotherapist, my work meets the high professional and ethical standards set by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, giving clients reassurance of quality, safety, and confidentiality. I work primarily using psychodynamic and person-centred approaches, helping clients process challenges, build self-awareness, and develop strategies to feel more confident and resilient. I offer specialist support for trauma, coercive or spiritual abuse, neurodiversity (ADHD/Autism), and couples counselling,creating a space where you can explore your experiences and move forward effectively.
As a BACP Accredited Integrative Psychotherapist, my work meets the high professional and ethical standards set by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, giving clients reassurance of quality, safety, and confidentiality. I work primarily using psychodynamic and person-centred approaches, helping clients process challenges, build self-awareness, and develop strategies to feel more confident and resilient. I offer specialist support for trauma, coercive or spiritual abuse, neurodiversity (ADHD/Autism), and couples counselling,creating a space where you can explore your experiences and move forward effectively.
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Women's Issues Counsellors
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.

How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.

How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.