Creative Therapy Counselling in Barnsley

Lisa Fletcher
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Hi, my name is Lisa, welcome to my page. I understand it takes courage to make that first step in reaching out to a professional, and I acknowledge that it can feel daunting to discuss your innermost thoughts and feelings with someone new. I offer a safe space for clients to talk about whatever it is that is on their mind, and a place where they feel listened to without judgment. I work with clients of all ages, from 16 to 80+ years and help them explore their struggles, and unravel why it is they feel the way they do.
Hi, my name is Lisa, welcome to my page. I understand it takes courage to make that first step in reaching out to a professional, and I acknowledge that it can feel daunting to discuss your innermost thoughts and feelings with someone new. I offer a safe space for clients to talk about whatever it is that is on their mind, and a place where they feel listened to without judgment. I work with clients of all ages, from 16 to 80+ years and help them explore their struggles, and unravel why it is they feel the way they do.
01226 445151 View 01226 445151
Olga Gajczyk
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Online Only
Counsellor & Coach. On the outside, you navigate high-pressure environments with ease. On the inside, chronic stress has become a quiet storm, reshaping your relationship with food, work, and your own identity. Whether you are trapped in a cycle of emotional eating or utterly exhausted by professional burnout, you don’t need another checklist. You need a space to safely unravel the pressure. With 10+ years of experience, I provide a high-standard, trauma-informed space for individuals navigating a chaotic relationship with food, ongoing stress, and career burnout.
Counsellor & Coach. On the outside, you navigate high-pressure environments with ease. On the inside, chronic stress has become a quiet storm, reshaping your relationship with food, work, and your own identity. Whether you are trapped in a cycle of emotional eating or utterly exhausted by professional burnout, you don’t need another checklist. You need a space to safely unravel the pressure. With 10+ years of experience, I provide a high-standard, trauma-informed space for individuals navigating a chaotic relationship with food, ongoing stress, and career burnout.
01226 695974 View 01226 695974
Charlotte Lawson-Wright
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
With Art Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy and EMDR I am able to offer a tailored package that with address your physical, emotional, developmental and spiritual needs; whilst using my skills to get to know you, your story.
My aim is to develop a trusting working relationship as quickly as possible. Initially using talking therapy to gently ascertain your own personal history, issues and needs from therapy. To quickly establish and feedback your goals and reasons in order to help you to notice the changes in yourself or the barriers to change. To work creatively and flexibly with you to suit your own needs.
With Art Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy and EMDR I am able to offer a tailored package that with address your physical, emotional, developmental and spiritual needs; whilst using my skills to get to know you, your story.
My aim is to develop a trusting working relationship as quickly as possible. Initially using talking therapy to gently ascertain your own personal history, issues and needs from therapy. To quickly establish and feedback your goals and reasons in order to help you to notice the changes in yourself or the barriers to change. To work creatively and flexibly with you to suit your own needs.
01226 447025 View 01226 447025
Dawn Saxton Counselling/ EMDR
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Hello, and a warm welcome. I'm an experienced, accredited therapist and EMDR Practitioner. At the heart of my work is a deep sense of empathy and a trauma-informed approach that honours each person's unique story, pace, and healing journey. With warmth and care, I’ll support you on your journey toward the changes you want to see in your life. Together, we’ll explore your experiences, make sense of your challenges, and find practical steps to build resilience, healthy coping strategies, and a deeper understanding of yourself.
Hello, and a warm welcome. I'm an experienced, accredited therapist and EMDR Practitioner. At the heart of my work is a deep sense of empathy and a trauma-informed approach that honours each person's unique story, pace, and healing journey. With warmth and care, I’ll support you on your journey toward the changes you want to see in your life. Together, we’ll explore your experiences, make sense of your challenges, and find practical steps to build resilience, healthy coping strategies, and a deeper understanding of yourself.
01226 445337 View 01226 445337
Georgia Allen
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
I provide person‑centred art psychotherapy for clients living with disabilities, chronic pain, long‑term health conditions, and mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and low self‑esteem.
I have experience supporting clients adjusting to new diagnoses, managing chronic pain, and coping with distressing social anxiety. I also facilitate creative wellbeing & group art therapy, including groups for chronic pain and carers.
I provide person‑centred art psychotherapy for clients living with disabilities, chronic pain, long‑term health conditions, and mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and low self‑esteem.
I have experience supporting clients adjusting to new diagnoses, managing chronic pain, and coping with distressing social anxiety. I also facilitate creative wellbeing & group art therapy, including groups for chronic pain and carers.
01226 448065 View 01226 448065
Tell Us A Tail
Psychotherapist, MSc, COSRT General
Hi I'm Shelly. I'm a COSRT accredited & UKCP Registered therapist. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling confused or stuck in their relationships or sexual lives. You may be struggling with desire, sexual confidence, intimacy, or repeating relationship patterns that leave you feeling disconnected or unsure of yourself. Others come after difficult experiences or trauma that have affected how safe or comfortable they feel with closeness or touch.
Hi I'm Shelly. I'm a COSRT accredited & UKCP Registered therapist. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling confused or stuck in their relationships or sexual lives. You may be struggling with desire, sexual confidence, intimacy, or repeating relationship patterns that leave you feeling disconnected or unsure of yourself. Others come after difficult experiences or trauma that have affected how safe or comfortable they feel with closeness or touch.
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Lauren Nicole Art Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Adults can benefit through being playful in art therapy, which allows you to learn more about yourself through metaphor and symbolism.
My art therapy studio is a relaxing, cosy and creative space where you can explore a wide range of art materials and sensory toys to help with emotional regulation. I encourage everyone to be creative and to try out something new. But don't worry! You do not need to be good at art, just willing to explore the materials provided.
Adults can benefit through being playful in art therapy, which allows you to learn more about yourself through metaphor and symbolism.
My art therapy studio is a relaxing, cosy and creative space where you can explore a wide range of art materials and sensory toys to help with emotional regulation. I encourage everyone to be creative and to try out something new. But don't worry! You do not need to be good at art, just willing to explore the materials provided.
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Mary Attwood
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Online Only
Are you trying to make sense of your life right now, and don't understand what's happening or why you're not coping so well with every day life? Perhaps you feel alone from a loss or breakdown of a relationship. There could be events from your past that interfere in your life today, do you wish to explore and understand why this is happening? Maybe your emotions are becoming increasingly difficult to cope with. Are you finding your relationship with family or friends difficult or strained or perhaps you'd like to feel more confident. These are some of the challenges we face and perhaps you would like some help to overcome these.
Are you trying to make sense of your life right now, and don't understand what's happening or why you're not coping so well with every day life? Perhaps you feel alone from a loss or breakdown of a relationship. There could be events from your past that interfere in your life today, do you wish to explore and understand why this is happening? Maybe your emotions are becoming increasingly difficult to cope with. Are you finding your relationship with family or friends difficult or strained or perhaps you'd like to feel more confident. These are some of the challenges we face and perhaps you would like some help to overcome these.
01787 323190 View 01787 323190
Rebecca's Counselling Solutions
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
There are lots of reasons why someone may come for counselling. It may be that they are trying to come to terms with a loss or are finding it difficult to cope with the stresses of everyday life. It could be their past is affecting daily life. You may be experiencing difficulties in your relationships or having sexual problems. This could be erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation, vaginismus, painful sex or loss of desire. I am Kink-friendly and aware. As a skilled integrative Therapist, I offer a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space to explore difficulties in a confidential environment.
There are lots of reasons why someone may come for counselling. It may be that they are trying to come to terms with a loss or are finding it difficult to cope with the stresses of everyday life. It could be their past is affecting daily life. You may be experiencing difficulties in your relationships or having sexual problems. This could be erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation, vaginismus, painful sex or loss of desire. I am Kink-friendly and aware. As a skilled integrative Therapist, I offer a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space to explore difficulties in a confidential environment.
01226 445300 View 01226 445300
Kirsty White
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Serves Area
I offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Counselling and EMDR Therapy to Adults, Children and Young People. I work from a private office in Ossett, Flushdyke near Wakefield. I also provide remote support through zoom or telephone and those local, walk and talk therapy. I provide a completely safe and non judgemental space to ensure you have the opportunity to work through any difficulties you are experiencing. I am an Accredited Registered Member of the BACP and BABCP and I adhere to their Code of Ethics & Practice. I attend regular supervision.
I offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Counselling and EMDR Therapy to Adults, Children and Young People. I work from a private office in Ossett, Flushdyke near Wakefield. I also provide remote support through zoom or telephone and those local, walk and talk therapy. I provide a completely safe and non judgemental space to ensure you have the opportunity to work through any difficulties you are experiencing. I am an Accredited Registered Member of the BACP and BABCP and I adhere to their Code of Ethics & Practice. I attend regular supervision.
01924 978930 View 01924 978930
Reflections Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Reflections Counselling Service Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, feeling low, or significant changes in your life? Perhaps things feel harder than usual right now, and you’re not sure where to turn. You do not have to face this alone. Together, we can explore what you are experiencing, make sense of difficult thoughts and feelings, and work towards positive changes so that you can feel more confident, motivated, and in control.
Reflections Counselling Service Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, feeling low, or significant changes in your life? Perhaps things feel harder than usual right now, and you’re not sure where to turn. You do not have to face this alone. Together, we can explore what you are experiencing, make sense of difficult thoughts and feelings, and work towards positive changes so that you can feel more confident, motivated, and in control.
01302 976938 View 01302 976938
West Psychological Services
Psychologist, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Serves Area
If you're feeling stuck, low, overwhelmed, or disconnected, West Psychological Services can help. Our team supports people coping with depression, anxiety, dissociation, and PTSD symptoms such as intrusive memories and difficulty trusting others. We'll work with you to understand how your past may be shaping your relationships and how you see yourself. With personal experience of a late ADHD diagnosis, our director Jo is passionate about supporting those who are neurodivergent or exploring whether ADHD may be relevant. We also offer a range of assessments to help you understand yourself, including ADHD and PTSD assessments.
If you're feeling stuck, low, overwhelmed, or disconnected, West Psychological Services can help. Our team supports people coping with depression, anxiety, dissociation, and PTSD symptoms such as intrusive memories and difficulty trusting others. We'll work with you to understand how your past may be shaping your relationships and how you see yourself. With personal experience of a late ADHD diagnosis, our director Jo is passionate about supporting those who are neurodivergent or exploring whether ADHD may be relevant. We also offer a range of assessments to help you understand yourself, including ADHD and PTSD assessments.
0113 519 1679 View 0113 519 1679
Elizabeth Sumner
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My name is Liz and I am an experienced, integrative counsellor, supervisor and lecturer. I am very personable and use humour and warmth with all my clients. I will never promise to solve my clients problems but I do promise to work in a respectful and ethical way, helping clients move through what is often the most difficult time in their life. This may be a solution focussed approach or a more person centred one, working delicately with the client's feelings.
My name is Liz and I am an experienced, integrative counsellor, supervisor and lecturer. I am very personable and use humour and warmth with all my clients. I will never promise to solve my clients problems but I do promise to work in a respectful and ethical way, helping clients move through what is often the most difficult time in their life. This may be a solution focussed approach or a more person centred one, working delicately with the client's feelings.
01484 627754 View 01484 627754
Aspire Play Therapy (Huddersfield/Wakefield)
Counsellor, MA, PTUK
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Diane (Accredited Play Therapist) and am passionate about supporting children through Play Therapy. Play Therapy can help support a range of emotional, behavioral and social challenges by providing a safe space to express feelings and work through difficult experiences. If you would like to discuss your child's individual needs please contact me either by telephone or by email. I provide a free 15 minute telephone meeting in which we can discuss presenting difficulties and whether Play Therapy would be appropriate for your child. I have an amazing playroom and a relaxing waiting room for parents/carers.
Hi, I'm Diane (Accredited Play Therapist) and am passionate about supporting children through Play Therapy. Play Therapy can help support a range of emotional, behavioral and social challenges by providing a safe space to express feelings and work through difficult experiences. If you would like to discuss your child's individual needs please contact me either by telephone or by email. I provide a free 15 minute telephone meeting in which we can discuss presenting difficulties and whether Play Therapy would be appropriate for your child. I have an amazing playroom and a relaxing waiting room for parents/carers.
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Magdalena Szczurek
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I also use other techniques in my therapy room such as Matryoshka dolls, emotional cards, stones and art inside my therapy room or walking therapy in a nature to help you to concentrate and reveal your hidden emotions or problems if you feel it is right for you.
I offer a safe and supportive therapy in confidential settings for Adults, Teenagers and Couples where we can explore any difficulties, distress which you may be experiencing or even dissatisfaction with life. I provide emotional support to those who suffer with all types of mental and domestic health distress (depression, anxiety and stress), relationship issues, trauma, suicide, self-harm as a result have lost their self-confidence and self-worth.I also offer support and guidance for couples who struggle with everyday stress in their lives which could have negative impacts on their relationship, lack of communication and intimacy.
I also use other techniques in my therapy room such as Matryoshka dolls, emotional cards, stones and art inside my therapy room or walking therapy in a nature to help you to concentrate and reveal your hidden emotions or problems if you feel it is right for you.
I offer a safe and supportive therapy in confidential settings for Adults, Teenagers and Couples where we can explore any difficulties, distress which you may be experiencing or even dissatisfaction with life. I provide emotional support to those who suffer with all types of mental and domestic health distress (depression, anxiety and stress), relationship issues, trauma, suicide, self-harm as a result have lost their self-confidence and self-worth.I also offer support and guidance for couples who struggle with everyday stress in their lives which could have negative impacts on their relationship, lack of communication and intimacy.
01924 950195 View 01924 950195
Outside The Lines Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Life gets messy sometimes. Maybe you’re feeling anxious, low, burnt out, or weighed down by old stuff that won’t shift. It might be ADHD, stress, relationships or just that stuck feeling that’s hard to put into words. What you really want is a bit more calm, more confidence, and to feel like yourself again. I offer counselling that’s down to earth and easy to get along with. I also provide supportive, reflective supervision for counsellors and trainees.
Life gets messy sometimes. Maybe you’re feeling anxious, low, burnt out, or weighed down by old stuff that won’t shift. It might be ADHD, stress, relationships or just that stuck feeling that’s hard to put into words. What you really want is a bit more calm, more confidence, and to feel like yourself again. I offer counselling that’s down to earth and easy to get along with. I also provide supportive, reflective supervision for counsellors and trainees.
01226 664441 View 01226 664441
Nicola Emsley
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Please contact me via email as a first port of call so we can arrange a telephone call. Are experiences from your past currently limiting your present and your future? Are you struggling to achieve your potential due to the constant management of anxiety, depression, stress and relational difficulties? I integrate approaches such as EMDR, mindfulness, sensorimotor or body-based work and psychoeducation to help my clients better understand where their difficulties have come from, how to manage and reduce symptoms and finally to process the trauma they are carrying from the past. If this sounds like it could help you, please read on.
Please contact me via email as a first port of call so we can arrange a telephone call. Are experiences from your past currently limiting your present and your future? Are you struggling to achieve your potential due to the constant management of anxiety, depression, stress and relational difficulties? I integrate approaches such as EMDR, mindfulness, sensorimotor or body-based work and psychoeducation to help my clients better understand where their difficulties have come from, how to manage and reduce symptoms and finally to process the trauma they are carrying from the past. If this sounds like it could help you, please read on.
0113 467 9000 View 0113 467 9000
Juliet Smart
Counsellor, MBACP
Not accepting new clients
Hi, I am a mature counsellor working online, by phone and in person. Many life transitions are the catalyst for seeking help. Talking to me in a unjudged safe space can help you provide the answers, unpicking a lifetimes hurt and shame. Working through the jumble of memories, people who have caused you harm and spoken critical words takes its toll and won’t go away by just ignoring it. Our own self criticism can eat away at the successes. I can help you make sense of it and move forward with your life’s goals that you deserve finally.
Hi, I am a mature counsellor working online, by phone and in person. Many life transitions are the catalyst for seeking help. Talking to me in a unjudged safe space can help you provide the answers, unpicking a lifetimes hurt and shame. Working through the jumble of memories, people who have caused you harm and spoken critical words takes its toll and won’t go away by just ignoring it. Our own self criticism can eat away at the successes. I can help you make sense of it and move forward with your life’s goals that you deserve finally.
01226 668780 View 01226 668780

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Judith Marlow
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
11 Endorsed
Leeds LS6
Do you have extremes of feeling: anger/numbness; fear/fearlessness; afraid to be alone/pushing others away? Maybe you have a sense of yourself as being very different with different people, or in different situations. You may have some ideas as to the roots of your current difficulties, or it may feel as though it has come out of nothing. It may be that you have struggled to find a therapist who can offer more than a limited number of sessions, or that you haven't felt able to bring the different parts of yourself. All parts of you are welcome here.
Do you have extremes of feeling: anger/numbness; fear/fearlessness; afraid to be alone/pushing others away? Maybe you have a sense of yourself as being very different with different people, or in different situations. You may have some ideas as to the roots of your current difficulties, or it may feel as though it has come out of nothing. It may be that you have struggled to find a therapist who can offer more than a limited number of sessions, or that you haven't felt able to bring the different parts of yourself. All parts of you are welcome here.
0113 519 0278 View 0113 519 0278
Clare Middleton
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi, I am Clare, a compassionate, warm, friendly, and professional integrative relational psychotherapist. I work alongside clients in a respectful, empowering, non-judgemental way, to deepen understanding, identify choices and enable change. I believe that our early relationships and experiences have a profound impact on how we feel and behave, and on what we believe about ourselves and the world around us. Having counselling will enable you to rediscover yourself in a safe place, where you can go at your own pace and allow yourself to release your true emotions that you may have locked away but are causing anxiety or distress.
Hi, I am Clare, a compassionate, warm, friendly, and professional integrative relational psychotherapist. I work alongside clients in a respectful, empowering, non-judgemental way, to deepen understanding, identify choices and enable change. I believe that our early relationships and experiences have a profound impact on how we feel and behave, and on what we believe about ourselves and the world around us. Having counselling will enable you to rediscover yourself in a safe place, where you can go at your own pace and allow yourself to release your true emotions that you may have locked away but are causing anxiety or distress.
01292 433101 View 01292 433101
Creative Therapy Counsellors
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.

Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.

How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.

What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.