Counselling for Seniors in Bardsey

Chapel Allerton Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
You might turn to therapy for a number of reasons: having faced a life-changing event: trauma, bereavement, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or low self- esteem. You may struggle with functioning day to day, or feel overwhelmed by feelings and emotions that you don’t understand. Past life events can also negatively impact your life in the present, or you may struggle to connect with others and feel isolated. Perhaps you feel as though no one really listens, or understands what you are going through. This is where confidential help, guidance and support in the form of therapy could be the answer.
You might turn to therapy for a number of reasons: having faced a life-changing event: trauma, bereavement, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or low self- esteem. You may struggle with functioning day to day, or feel overwhelmed by feelings and emotions that you don’t understand. Past life events can also negatively impact your life in the present, or you may struggle to connect with others and feel isolated. Perhaps you feel as though no one really listens, or understands what you are going through. This is where confidential help, guidance and support in the form of therapy could be the answer.
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Elaine Piper
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Psychodynamic psychotherapist, with extended experience of working with adults with long standing and complex mental health problems within and outside the NHS.  Life is challenging and can lead to periods of intense or prolonged distress. Our usual ways of coping may no longer seem to be helping or may become a problem in themselves. This can lead to anxiety, sadness, anger, feeling stuck, isolated and confused. Our relationships are often affected. Meeting with a trusted, experienced therapist, to explore and understand your feelings, whilst painful, can lead to huge relief and greater freedom.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Psychodynamic psychotherapist, with extended experience of working with adults with long standing and complex mental health problems within and outside the NHS.  Life is challenging and can lead to periods of intense or prolonged distress. Our usual ways of coping may no longer seem to be helping or may become a problem in themselves. This can lead to anxiety, sadness, anger, feeling stuck, isolated and confused. Our relationships are often affected. Meeting with a trusted, experienced therapist, to explore and understand your feelings, whilst painful, can lead to huge relief and greater freedom.
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Hermeet Birdi-Simpson
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
Do you feel like you're constantly holding everything together, but underneath you're exhausted? Perhaps you're overwhelmed, burnt out, or struggling to understand why life feels harder than it 'should'. You're wondering if neurodivergence could be part of the picture or simply know that something needs to change. I offer warm, compassionate, inclusive therapy for adults and young people. My approach is gentle and collaborative. Together, we can make sense of what you're experiencing and understand your patterns If this feels familiar, get in touch for a conversation about how I could support you.
Do you feel like you're constantly holding everything together, but underneath you're exhausted? Perhaps you're overwhelmed, burnt out, or struggling to understand why life feels harder than it 'should'. You're wondering if neurodivergence could be part of the picture or simply know that something needs to change. I offer warm, compassionate, inclusive therapy for adults and young people. My approach is gentle and collaborative. Together, we can make sense of what you're experiencing and understand your patterns If this feels familiar, get in touch for a conversation about how I could support you.
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Liz McGinnes
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
My roots as an Occupational Therapist grew my understanding of human behaviour, motivation and the factors that shape meaningful change and recovery. 12 years ago I completed my Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) training & worked in the NHS providing CBT to individuals with complex mental health difficulties. For the last few years I have worked in an NHS talking therapies service and in the private sector, specialising in anxiety disorders & work-related stress. I am EDMR trained and have extensive experience working with trauma and PTSD. My approach is person-centred and compassionate, fostering a space to begin.
My roots as an Occupational Therapist grew my understanding of human behaviour, motivation and the factors that shape meaningful change and recovery. 12 years ago I completed my Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) training & worked in the NHS providing CBT to individuals with complex mental health difficulties. For the last few years I have worked in an NHS talking therapies service and in the private sector, specialising in anxiety disorders & work-related stress. I am EDMR trained and have extensive experience working with trauma and PTSD. My approach is person-centred and compassionate, fostering a space to begin.
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Angela Lindl
Counsellor, MBACP
Hello, I am a qualified integrative counsellor, psychotherapist and Coach working with individuals, and teenagers who are seeking therapy as a path toward healing, clarity, and growth. My approach is rooted in restoring balance and supporting clients facing stress, anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, relationship and family issues, bereavement, identity concerns, and both recent and historic abuse/domestic violence. I offer a calm, confidential, and non-judgemental therapeutic environment, where clients are empowered to explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop practical strategies for positive change.
Hello, I am a qualified integrative counsellor, psychotherapist and Coach working with individuals, and teenagers who are seeking therapy as a path toward healing, clarity, and growth. My approach is rooted in restoring balance and supporting clients facing stress, anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, relationship and family issues, bereavement, identity concerns, and both recent and historic abuse/domestic violence. I offer a calm, confidential, and non-judgemental therapeutic environment, where clients are empowered to explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop practical strategies for positive change.
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Adrienne Crew
Counsellor, MBACP
Wetherby LS22
In a supportive and none judgemental environment, Adrienne’s counselling sessions provide a place where each person is listened to in a non - judgemental way . In these sessions, problems and conflicts can be explored to find a way through the difficulties that previously may have seemed insurmountable
In a supportive and none judgemental environment, Adrienne’s counselling sessions provide a place where each person is listened to in a non - judgemental way . In these sessions, problems and conflicts can be explored to find a way through the difficulties that previously may have seemed insurmountable
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Donita Rodrigues
Psychologist, MA, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
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If you’ve been wondering whether ADHD might be part of your life, you’re not alone & we’re here to help you explore it. At the UK Practice, our neuroaffirmative approach to ADHD assessment & diagnosis means that we take time to understand how ADHD shows up in your life, whether it’s affecting your work, relationships, or personal sense of self. Once diagnosed, our comprehensive reports and feedback can guide post-diagnostic services, including gaining access to medical services. You’re not just left with a label but equipped with practical strategies and coping tools that empower you to thrive.
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Rachel Spence
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
I am a Relate trained counsellor experienced at working with both couples and individuals. I offer a down-to-earth, forward thinking, non-directive approach. I endeavour to create a warm, non-judgemental therapeutic relationship where we can focus on you and your situation. I will work with you to understand your concerns, your deeper needs and how they are affecting your life and relationships.I see my role as supportive of your change, offering change to explore feelings and experiences in a safe, confidential space. I have worked with clients from the LGBT community and from diverse backgrounds.
I am a Relate trained counsellor experienced at working with both couples and individuals. I offer a down-to-earth, forward thinking, non-directive approach. I endeavour to create a warm, non-judgemental therapeutic relationship where we can focus on you and your situation. I will work with you to understand your concerns, your deeper needs and how they are affecting your life and relationships.I see my role as supportive of your change, offering change to explore feelings and experiences in a safe, confidential space. I have worked with clients from the LGBT community and from diverse backgrounds.
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Julia Henry
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
You may be feeling overwhelmed with life's challenges, unable to cope with something or stuck and unable to move forwards. You may be experiencing difficulties in your relationships, either with others around you or with yourself. I believe a trusting relationship between therapist and client is fundamental to bringing about positive change. I can offer you a safe and confidential space to explore your thoughts and emotions. I can help you make sense of your difficulties, gain insight into your behaviours and better understand yourself. I can help you find ways of coping and make changes you wish to see if your life.
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Jocelyn Rapley
Psychotherapist, COSRT Reg.
Online Only
My name is Jocelyn, I am a trans, AuDHD Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist, and a GSRD specialist. I frequently work with gender, non-monogamy, kink and neurodivergence within my therapeutic practice. I enable individual clients and intimate partners to create relationships with themselves, each other and with sex that they want, in a way that aligns with their identity. I also work with clients who are gender, sexuality, and relationally diverse (GSRD) and want to work with a therapist who is affirming of their identities. I hold both early morning time slots and evening slots.
My name is Jocelyn, I am a trans, AuDHD Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist, and a GSRD specialist. I frequently work with gender, non-monogamy, kink and neurodivergence within my therapeutic practice. I enable individual clients and intimate partners to create relationships with themselves, each other and with sex that they want, in a way that aligns with their identity. I also work with clients who are gender, sexuality, and relationally diverse (GSRD) and want to work with a therapist who is affirming of their identities. I hold both early morning time slots and evening slots.
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Anna Liuba
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Ilkley LS29
As an Art Psychotherapist, I work from a psychodynamic perspective, paying close attention to how early experiences, unconscious processes, and relational patterns shape current emotional life. I offer a consistent space to explore thoughts, feelings, and internal conflicts with depth and curiosity. Art-making provides an additional route for unconscious material to emerge and be understood. No artistic experience is needed.
As an Art Psychotherapist, I work from a psychodynamic perspective, paying close attention to how early experiences, unconscious processes, and relational patterns shape current emotional life. I offer a consistent space to explore thoughts, feelings, and internal conflicts with depth and curiosity. Art-making provides an additional route for unconscious material to emerge and be understood. No artistic experience is needed.
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Mynd Care Psychotherapies Limited
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
Mynd Care Psychotherapies offers individualised, goal orientated Psychotherapy services such as counselling, couple's therapy for depression, CBT and EMDR. We work with all anxiety disorders, PTSD and depression. We have a diverse group of staff that can cater for people from all diverse backgrounds. We particularly encourage you to come forward if you are seeking therapy that is culturally and religiously sensitive, as this is an area of expertise and experience with the staff at our service. We offer therapy un numerous languages!
Mynd Care Psychotherapies offers individualised, goal orientated Psychotherapy services such as counselling, couple's therapy for depression, CBT and EMDR. We work with all anxiety disorders, PTSD and depression. We have a diverse group of staff that can cater for people from all diverse backgrounds. We particularly encourage you to come forward if you are seeking therapy that is culturally and religiously sensitive, as this is an area of expertise and experience with the staff at our service. We offer therapy un numerous languages!
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Sarah Fay Taylor
Counsellor, MSc, PNCPS Acc.
Todmorden OL14
I support individuals through a variety of life changes, challenges or transitions; including health or disability, sexuality or intimacy, relationships & relational trauma/distress, grief or loss and bereavement. Life's changes can affect multiple aspects of our lives and experiences; this can be overwhelming. I provide a warm, accepting space for you to bring all of yourself, including the hidden/uncomfortable parts. I often work with those who feel a tension between what the outside world expects of them, and their true, natural way of being. I frequently work with LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent or highly sensitive individuals.
I support individuals through a variety of life changes, challenges or transitions; including health or disability, sexuality or intimacy, relationships & relational trauma/distress, grief or loss and bereavement. Life's changes can affect multiple aspects of our lives and experiences; this can be overwhelming. I provide a warm, accepting space for you to bring all of yourself, including the hidden/uncomfortable parts. I often work with those who feel a tension between what the outside world expects of them, and their true, natural way of being. I frequently work with LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent or highly sensitive individuals.
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Zoe Tew-Thompson
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
Leeds LS1
How The Light Gets In is a counselling and therapy service for Adults located in Leeds City Centre. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, going through a tough time, or simply in need of space to reflect, I can help. Maybe you’re worried that there’s ‘something wrong’ with you and feel like everyone else has it all sorted? Maybe you feel like your problems aren’t ‘bad enough’? Don’t let this fear hold you back from seeking help.
How The Light Gets In is a counselling and therapy service for Adults located in Leeds City Centre. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, going through a tough time, or simply in need of space to reflect, I can help. Maybe you’re worried that there’s ‘something wrong’ with you and feel like everyone else has it all sorted? Maybe you feel like your problems aren’t ‘bad enough’? Don’t let this fear hold you back from seeking help.
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Luke Stableford Cbt
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
I specialise in stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, PTSD, panic, OCD, bereavement, long term health conditions, relationship difficulties. Are you feeling stuck, down, lonely, anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed? You may be struggling to cope with a busy job/lifestyle, health issues, family, loss of a loved one, or difficulties in relationships. My clients often feel not good enough, alone, or are failing in life. I help my clients feel happier, calmer, less anxious, more confident, and able to sleep better. They are better able to cope with life stresses, health issues, and create harmonious relationships.
I specialise in stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, PTSD, panic, OCD, bereavement, long term health conditions, relationship difficulties. Are you feeling stuck, down, lonely, anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed? You may be struggling to cope with a busy job/lifestyle, health issues, family, loss of a loved one, or difficulties in relationships. My clients often feel not good enough, alone, or are failing in life. I help my clients feel happier, calmer, less anxious, more confident, and able to sleep better. They are better able to cope with life stresses, health issues, and create harmonious relationships.
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Joshua Oliver Jake Corner
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Bradford BD14
My mission is to provide a compassionate and customised approach to integrative counselling, tailored to meet your specific needs. As an experienced counsellor, I draw from various therapeutic models to ensure that the approach we take together is as unique as you are. I use tools from psychodynamic therapy to explore the past, person-centred techniques for non-directive support, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to tackle problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. At Evolve Health & Wellbeing, I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey to healing and growth.
My mission is to provide a compassionate and customised approach to integrative counselling, tailored to meet your specific needs. As an experienced counsellor, I draw from various therapeutic models to ensure that the approach we take together is as unique as you are. I use tools from psychodynamic therapy to explore the past, person-centred techniques for non-directive support, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to tackle problematic thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. At Evolve Health & Wellbeing, I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey to healing and growth.
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Peter Rigg
Psychotherapist, BPC
Nelson BB9
I practice in Burnley, Lancashire. I provide psychodynamic psychotherapy, the purpose of which is to get to grips with persistent problems. This form of therapy holds out the hope of finding new decisiveness and flexibility in living.
I practice in Burnley, Lancashire. I provide psychodynamic psychotherapy, the purpose of which is to get to grips with persistent problems. This form of therapy holds out the hope of finding new decisiveness and flexibility in living.
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Manchester Centre for EMDR
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Snr. Accred
Online Only
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy is a powerful healing method that has helped adults, young people and children, relieve many troublesome symptoms resulting from TRAUMA. EMDR has also been applied to other problems including depression, anxiety and phobias. The Centre for EMDR is a virtual online centre which provides onward contact with a qualified, experienced EMDR therapist located in Manchester, Liverpool or UK areas (for video based sessions). All therapists are self-employed, manage their own diaries and adhere to appropriate Professional codes.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy is a powerful healing method that has helped adults, young people and children, relieve many troublesome symptoms resulting from TRAUMA. EMDR has also been applied to other problems including depression, anxiety and phobias. The Centre for EMDR is a virtual online centre which provides onward contact with a qualified, experienced EMDR therapist located in Manchester, Liverpool or UK areas (for video based sessions). All therapists are self-employed, manage their own diaries and adhere to appropriate Professional codes.
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Jane Lindsay
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Leeds LS16
I work with adults who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck or exhausted, navigating change, or questioning who they are and what they want next. You might be experiencing anxiety, burnout or difficulties around work, relationships, identity or neurodivergence, or simply know that something no longer feels right. You don't need to arrive knowing exactly what's wrong. Together, we'll look more closely at your experiences, relationships and wider context, developing a deeper understanding of what's happening and exploring what that understanding might make possible.
I work with adults who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck or exhausted, navigating change, or questioning who they are and what they want next. You might be experiencing anxiety, burnout or difficulties around work, relationships, identity or neurodivergence, or simply know that something no longer feels right. You don't need to arrive knowing exactly what's wrong. Together, we'll look more closely at your experiences, relationships and wider context, developing a deeper understanding of what's happening and exploring what that understanding might make possible.
0113 519 9384 View 0113 519 9384
Carol Elizabeth Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I understand how tough it can be scrolling through the list of counsellors and not really knowing what you are looking for. I can relate to that. Thankyou for landing here on my page, why not get in touch. I am a Person Centred Therapist and passionately believe that everybody has the ability to heal themselves and figure out their own path, with me there to walk it with them. I offer unlimited one hour sessions which we take at YOUR pace enabling you to feel in control and working towards creating a stronger, contented you. I also offer a free 30 minute initial chat to see if we would be a good fit and could work well together.
I understand how tough it can be scrolling through the list of counsellors and not really knowing what you are looking for. I can relate to that. Thankyou for landing here on my page, why not get in touch. I am a Person Centred Therapist and passionately believe that everybody has the ability to heal themselves and figure out their own path, with me there to walk it with them. I offer unlimited one hour sessions which we take at YOUR pace enabling you to feel in control and working towards creating a stronger, contented you. I also offer a free 30 minute initial chat to see if we would be a good fit and could work well together.
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FAQ - About Therapy for Seniors
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.

How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.

How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.

What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.