Adoption Counselling in Beeston

Lindy Jones
Psychotherapist, PNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Whatever you might be facing, Depression, Stress, Anxiety, a broken relationship or loss of some Kind, Lindy's Place is a safe place to explore your feelings and experiences. An integrative approach means whatever your goal is for Counselling Lindy has the tools, techniques and experience to support you. Lindy's place is for Adults and Children and can offer talking & play therapy. Sometimes all you need is a safe place to be yourself with no pre judgments where you can be heard. Sound familiar? Please get in touch!
Whatever you might be facing, Depression, Stress, Anxiety, a broken relationship or loss of some Kind, Lindy's Place is a safe place to explore your feelings and experiences. An integrative approach means whatever your goal is for Counselling Lindy has the tools, techniques and experience to support you. Lindy's place is for Adults and Children and can offer talking & play therapy. Sometimes all you need is a safe place to be yourself with no pre judgments where you can be heard. Sound familiar? Please get in touch!
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Anne-Marie Gardiner
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
I work with adults facing a wide range of challenges, from everyday life stress, work, study, relationships, role reversals, or caring responsibilities, to high performers managing pressure, burnout, or career transitions. Many seek support with life events such as bereavement, divorce, redundancy, or traumatic experiences. In a confidential, non-judgemental space, I offer integrative psychotherapy and coaching to help you process experiences, gain clarity, build resilience, and move forward to live a more fulfilling and purposeful life.
I work with adults facing a wide range of challenges, from everyday life stress, work, study, relationships, role reversals, or caring responsibilities, to high performers managing pressure, burnout, or career transitions. Many seek support with life events such as bereavement, divorce, redundancy, or traumatic experiences. In a confidential, non-judgemental space, I offer integrative psychotherapy and coaching to help you process experiences, gain clarity, build resilience, and move forward to live a more fulfilling and purposeful life.
0115 697 1897 View 0115 697 1897
Lisa D Burley
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist focusing my time, energy and considerations on the client and their needs. Being heard, trusted, understood, and feeling empathy without judgement are vital to the therapeutic relationship which we will build together. If you are feeling stressed, anxious or depressed or would like to work on your self-esteem, self-care or any other personal issues I am here for you. Bringing to light your hopes and goals in a personal, comfortable and non-judgemental space will give you the time and attention you need to focus on positive change.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist focusing my time, energy and considerations on the client and their needs. Being heard, trusted, understood, and feeling empathy without judgement are vital to the therapeutic relationship which we will build together. If you are feeling stressed, anxious or depressed or would like to work on your self-esteem, self-care or any other personal issues I am here for you. Bringing to light your hopes and goals in a personal, comfortable and non-judgemental space will give you the time and attention you need to focus on positive change.
0115 697 2264 View 0115 697 2264
Rachael Sherry
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
We all need extra support from time to time. For some people they have difficult or distressing thoughts and emotions, a stuck feeling may have developed over a period of time, or maybe a significant life experience may prompt the need to talk in therapy.
We all need extra support from time to time. For some people they have difficult or distressing thoughts and emotions, a stuck feeling may have developed over a period of time, or maybe a significant life experience may prompt the need to talk in therapy.
0115 647 6073 View 0115 647 6073
Valeriia Bobrova - Russell
Psychotherapist, MA, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My name is Valeriia, and I am a qualified psychotherapist with a profound passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and uncover their inner strength. My experience spans working with people of all ages and from diverse backgrounds, allowing me to connect with clients in meaningful and supportive ways. You might wonder, “Can you fix me?” My answer is no—because there is nothing about you that needs fixing. I believe each person is inherently unique, and sometimes we simply need a safe, supportive space to express what’s on our minds. As your therapist, I am dedicated to providing that space for you.
My name is Valeriia, and I am a qualified psychotherapist with a profound passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and uncover their inner strength. My experience spans working with people of all ages and from diverse backgrounds, allowing me to connect with clients in meaningful and supportive ways. You might wonder, “Can you fix me?” My answer is no—because there is nothing about you that needs fixing. I believe each person is inherently unique, and sometimes we simply need a safe, supportive space to express what’s on our minds. As your therapist, I am dedicated to providing that space for you.
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Cheryl Morrissey
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Life can be tough at times, can make us feel undervalued, overwhelmed and maybe quite a lonely place to be. Therapy can help us understand ourselves a little better, value our uniqueness that makes us who we are. I strive to support that self awakening, to focus on rediscovery rather than changing who you are. I am passionate about ensuring neuro-divergent people can access therapy and adapt my ways of working to meet their needs. I ensure I complete regular CPD and training in Trauma focused CBT, Theraplay Level 1, DDP Level 1&2, therapeutic parenting and training via PODS specializing in DID. Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
Life can be tough at times, can make us feel undervalued, overwhelmed and maybe quite a lonely place to be. Therapy can help us understand ourselves a little better, value our uniqueness that makes us who we are. I strive to support that self awakening, to focus on rediscovery rather than changing who you are. I am passionate about ensuring neuro-divergent people can access therapy and adapt my ways of working to meet their needs. I ensure I complete regular CPD and training in Trauma focused CBT, Theraplay Level 1, DDP Level 1&2, therapeutic parenting and training via PODS specializing in DID. Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
0115 647 1880 View 0115 647 1880
Keith Robert Norman
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Sometimes it feels like everyone says that men have it easy. If that’s so, then why are three quarters of all suicides men? We've been taught to tough it out and to go it alone, and that it’s weak to ask for help when things get on top of us – even if there is someone we can turn to. I work with the issues around the difficulty of being male in a society that creates unrealistic and often contradictory ideals of masculinity that are impossible to live up to, and stops men connecting meaningfully with themselves and others.
Sometimes it feels like everyone says that men have it easy. If that’s so, then why are three quarters of all suicides men? We've been taught to tough it out and to go it alone, and that it’s weak to ask for help when things get on top of us – even if there is someone we can turn to. I work with the issues around the difficulty of being male in a society that creates unrealistic and often contradictory ideals of masculinity that are impossible to live up to, and stops men connecting meaningfully with themselves and others.
0115 697 1785 View 0115 697 1785
Kerry Mattock
Psychotherapist, PTUK
Serves Area
I am experienced in working with clients who have experienced trauma, loss, separation anxiety, low or conflicted self esteem, challenging behaviours, social and peer difficulties, reluctant talkers (mutism), pre/post adoption and attachment disorders.
Working with children 4+ - young people, using a therapeutic play approach, which is child led, therapist supported and strategy focused, to improve clients awareness of their issues, difficulties, actions, thoughts and emotions. NO CHILD IS LEFT BEHIND IN PLAY THERAPY!
I am experienced in working with clients who have experienced trauma, loss, separation anxiety, low or conflicted self esteem, challenging behaviours, social and peer difficulties, reluctant talkers (mutism), pre/post adoption and attachment disorders.
Working with children 4+ - young people, using a therapeutic play approach, which is child led, therapist supported and strategy focused, to improve clients awareness of their issues, difficulties, actions, thoughts and emotions. NO CHILD IS LEFT BEHIND IN PLAY THERAPY!
01933 823290 View 01933 823290
Jackie O'Brien
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Counselling is a very personal experience and is different for everyone. I offer a safe and confidential service, enabling you to start to explore difficulties without judgment or criticism. If you are feeling depressed, vulnerable, stressed or confused, counselling may be the right help for you. I will support you to develop an understanding of yourself, giving you the space and time to find your own solutions. As well as talking therapy I use therapeutic creativity. Mediums such as paints, sand-tray and clay, may help you put words to difficult feelings and emotions in a non-threatening way.
Counselling is a very personal experience and is different for everyone. I offer a safe and confidential service, enabling you to start to explore difficulties without judgment or criticism. If you are feeling depressed, vulnerable, stressed or confused, counselling may be the right help for you. I will support you to develop an understanding of yourself, giving you the space and time to find your own solutions. As well as talking therapy I use therapeutic creativity. Mediums such as paints, sand-tray and clay, may help you put words to difficult feelings and emotions in a non-threatening way.
01278 553260 View 01278 553260
Hello, I’m Nathalie, a PTUK-registered Play Therapist. I hold a Chichester Play Therapy Diploma and a Master's in Psychology (France). With 20 years of experience, I help children and adolescents navigate trauma (bereavement, chronic diseases, bullying, family changes). I specialise in supporting attachment and anxiety issues. I provide a safe, confidential space where children express themselves through play when words fail. I work closely with parents to nurture their child’s wellbeing. Contact me to see how we can help your child reach their full potential
Hello, I’m Nathalie, a PTUK-registered Play Therapist. I hold a Chichester Play Therapy Diploma and a Master's in Psychology (France). With 20 years of experience, I help children and adolescents navigate trauma (bereavement, chronic diseases, bullying, family changes). I specialise in supporting attachment and anxiety issues. I provide a safe, confidential space where children express themselves through play when words fail. I work closely with parents to nurture their child’s wellbeing. Contact me to see how we can help your child reach their full potential
0116 493 1442 View 0116 493 1442
Charnwood Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Are you feeling stuck, lost, or overwhelmed, perhaps you are navigating a major life transition or quietly carrying old wounds? Are you questioning your identity, recovering from trauma, or longing for a sense of belonging and connection? Often, after spending much of our life caring for others or keeping things together, we can find ourselves exhausted, uncertain, or disconnected from who we are. You may be seeking clarity, healing, or simply a space where you can finally bring your full, unfiltered self without judgement.
Are you feeling stuck, lost, or overwhelmed, perhaps you are navigating a major life transition or quietly carrying old wounds? Are you questioning your identity, recovering from trauma, or longing for a sense of belonging and connection? Often, after spending much of our life caring for others or keeping things together, we can find ourselves exhausted, uncertain, or disconnected from who we are. You may be seeking clarity, healing, or simply a space where you can finally bring your full, unfiltered self without judgement.
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Syreeta Perveen Newell
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Mansfield NG18
I work with adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties and life transitions. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck or struggling to understand their emotions or experiences. As a qualified Counselling Psychotherapist with nearly 20 years’ experience across prisons, community services and schools, I offer a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, valued and understood as we work together towards meaningful, lasting change.
I work with adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties and life transitions. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck or struggling to understand their emotions or experiences. As a qualified Counselling Psychotherapist with nearly 20 years’ experience across prisons, community services and schools, I offer a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, valued and understood as we work together towards meaningful, lasting change.
01623 572201 View 01623 572201
Louise Knowles
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Serves Area
With over 30 years of clinical experience, I offer a supportive space to help you navigate work-based challenges and relationship difficulties. I specialize in supporting individuals in mental health, psychological fields, and education, including academics, students, and professionals. My approach integrates person-centered and Gestalt psychotherapy, alongside executive coaching training, tailored to your needs. With experience in the NHS, third sector, and higher education, I bring a deep understanding of professional and personal challenges. Together, we’ll create positive change and increase your insight.
With over 30 years of clinical experience, I offer a supportive space to help you navigate work-based challenges and relationship difficulties. I specialize in supporting individuals in mental health, psychological fields, and education, including academics, students, and professionals. My approach integrates person-centered and Gestalt psychotherapy, alongside executive coaching training, tailored to your needs. With experience in the NHS, third sector, and higher education, I bring a deep understanding of professional and personal challenges. Together, we’ll create positive change and increase your insight.
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James Barker
Psychotherapist, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello, my name is James and I work as a counsellor, art psychotherapist and Jungian Sandplay therapist  I have over 15 years experience as a therapist working with children, teenagers and adults.  I provide a safe, no-judgemental space, where you are free to begin to explore what is happening in your life. Also, I work as a Jungian Sandplay therapist with both adults and children.  Jungian Sandplay is a form of therapy where you are invited to work in a tray of either wet or dry sand to make pictures and scenes that reflect what is happening I also am an HPCP registered Art Therapist working with both adults and children
Hello, my name is James and I work as a counsellor, art psychotherapist and Jungian Sandplay therapist  I have over 15 years experience as a therapist working with children, teenagers and adults.  I provide a safe, no-judgemental space, where you are free to begin to explore what is happening in your life. Also, I work as a Jungian Sandplay therapist with both adults and children.  Jungian Sandplay is a form of therapy where you are invited to work in a tray of either wet or dry sand to make pictures and scenes that reflect what is happening I also am an HPCP registered Art Therapist working with both adults and children
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Psychotherapy with Chloe, Womens Trauma Specialist
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
1 Endorsed
I help women overcome anxiety, trauma and PTSD and I specialise in birth trauma and perinatal difficulties. I'm trained in EMDR, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Art Therapy, with over 11 years of experience in the NHS, charity, and private sectors. I am passionate about working exclusively with women, helping them understand and process the root causes of their struggles so they can tap into their inner strength and feel empowered. I offer a safe, calm and create space to heal from my studio. I hold a neuroaffirming space, and neurodivergent women and mothers are welcome, babies are welcome in this space too.
I help women overcome anxiety, trauma and PTSD and I specialise in birth trauma and perinatal difficulties. I'm trained in EMDR, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Art Therapy, with over 11 years of experience in the NHS, charity, and private sectors. I am passionate about working exclusively with women, helping them understand and process the root causes of their struggles so they can tap into their inner strength and feel empowered. I offer a safe, calm and create space to heal from my studio. I hold a neuroaffirming space, and neurodivergent women and mothers are welcome, babies are welcome in this space too.
0115 671 3687 View 0115 671 3687
Inspire To Achieve
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
As an experienced qualified counsellor, I am passionate about establishing a professional therapeutic relationship. I feel this connection enables us to build trust and work collaboratively to explore the difficulties you may be experiencing. A fundamental component of my work is to support clients to find inner peace and balance in life. Also to explore your current situation, find acceptance and bring about meaningful change. Through a process of growth, self-awareness and self-discovery together we can achieve your goals.
As an experienced qualified counsellor, I am passionate about establishing a professional therapeutic relationship. I feel this connection enables us to build trust and work collaboratively to explore the difficulties you may be experiencing. A fundamental component of my work is to support clients to find inner peace and balance in life. Also to explore your current situation, find acceptance and bring about meaningful change. Through a process of growth, self-awareness and self-discovery together we can achieve your goals.
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Nicole Dente
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I support adults experiencing a range of emotional and relational difficulties, particularly those navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, anxiety, or wanting to understand themselves more deeply. I have a particular interest in supporting individuals experiencing fertility challenges, pregnancy, miscarriage, baby loss, and the transition into parenthood, as well as adults who were adopted as children. Together, we work at your pace to understand your experiences, make sense of relational patterns, and develop greater self-awareness, self-compassion, and confidence to move forward.
I support adults experiencing a range of emotional and relational difficulties, particularly those navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, anxiety, or wanting to understand themselves more deeply. I have a particular interest in supporting individuals experiencing fertility challenges, pregnancy, miscarriage, baby loss, and the transition into parenthood, as well as adults who were adopted as children. Together, we work at your pace to understand your experiences, make sense of relational patterns, and develop greater self-awareness, self-compassion, and confidence to move forward.
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Helen Sharp
Counsellor, MBACP
You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of what comes next — and you’ve likely tried to handle it all on your own. My clients come to me because they want to understand why they feel the way they do, heal what’s been holding them back, and build a life that feels more grounded, connected, and purposeful. Many of the people I work with struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, relationship challenges, or a sense that they’re “not enough.” Others are navigating big transitions; leaving a relationship, changing careers, confronting past trauma, intrusive thoughts or OCD. They don’t just want coping skills; they want insight, grow
You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of what comes next — and you’ve likely tried to handle it all on your own. My clients come to me because they want to understand why they feel the way they do, heal what’s been holding them back, and build a life that feels more grounded, connected, and purposeful. Many of the people I work with struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, relationship challenges, or a sense that they’re “not enough.” Others are navigating big transitions; leaving a relationship, changing careers, confronting past trauma, intrusive thoughts or OCD. They don’t just want coping skills; they want insight, grow
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Si James Therapies
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Arnold NG5
I’m Si, qualified counsellor. You’re the captain of your life. I don't offer advice. I listen deeply with empathy- which means I can put myself in your foxhole without falling in as well. I’m into believing you have what it takes, and that together we can explore anything in a safe, holding space together. I'm authentic, transparent, and completely real. I will fully accept you, without judgment, evaluation, reservation or fuss. Regardless of what you say. Google “Kintsugi”. Your cracks, traumas, and life struggles should not be hidden or treated with shame. With healing, they make you look better.
I’m Si, qualified counsellor. You’re the captain of your life. I don't offer advice. I listen deeply with empathy- which means I can put myself in your foxhole without falling in as well. I’m into believing you have what it takes, and that together we can explore anything in a safe, holding space together. I'm authentic, transparent, and completely real. I will fully accept you, without judgment, evaluation, reservation or fuss. Regardless of what you say. Google “Kintsugi”. Your cracks, traumas, and life struggles should not be hidden or treated with shame. With healing, they make you look better.
0115 647 0844 View 0115 647 0844
Rose Children's Therapies
Psychotherapist, PTUK
Debbie Rose is a qualified Play Therapist (PTUK) and Therapeutic Life Story Worker with over 15 years of specialist experience supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma, attachment disruption, and early adversity. As an adoptive parent herself, Debbie brings a unique blend of professional expertise and lived understanding to her work, offering a deeply compassionate, attuned, and relational approach. Debbie is trained in Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP) Level 1 and 2 and is firmly grounded in trauma‑informed, attachment‑focused principles. She has extensive experience working with adopted, fostered, and SGO
Debbie Rose is a qualified Play Therapist (PTUK) and Therapeutic Life Story Worker with over 15 years of specialist experience supporting children and young people who have experienced trauma, attachment disruption, and early adversity. As an adoptive parent herself, Debbie brings a unique blend of professional expertise and lived understanding to her work, offering a deeply compassionate, attuned, and relational approach. Debbie is trained in Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP) Level 1 and 2 and is firmly grounded in trauma‑informed, attachment‑focused principles. She has extensive experience working with adopted, fostered, and SGO
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Adoption Counsellors
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioural or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.

When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioural, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.

Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.

What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.