Lesbian Counselling in Billericay
I am a fully qualified Integrative Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor MA Child Psych, Dipl Supv, PG-Dip CAMHS, BA (Hons) I have been working in the field for over twenty years with vast experience within all areas of mental health and emotional wellbeing. Whether you are an adult, child, couple or family I can help you work through your current, and or, past issues that are impacting your life, sense of self, relationships etc.
I am a fully qualified Integrative Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor MA Child Psych, Dipl Supv, PG-Dip CAMHS, BA (Hons) I have been working in the field for over twenty years with vast experience within all areas of mental health and emotional wellbeing. Whether you are an adult, child, couple or family I can help you work through your current, and or, past issues that are impacting your life, sense of self, relationships etc.
I am an experienced UKCP accredited psychotherapist and counsellor working with personal issues such as behavioural difficulties, relationship problems, depression, anxiety and bereavement. I am a registered psychotherapist and counsellor with Aviva and Vitality Health so can accept referrals via your insurer.
I am an experienced UKCP accredited psychotherapist and counsellor working with personal issues such as behavioural difficulties, relationship problems, depression, anxiety and bereavement. I am a registered psychotherapist and counsellor with Aviva and Vitality Health so can accept referrals via your insurer.
Life can be overwhelming, leaving us feeling lost in a maze of stress, anxiety, and even darker thoughts. Maybe you're having difficulties your realtionships, a survivor of trauma or violence, carrying burdens that feel too heavy to share. Sometimes, our loved ones, despite their best intentions, they don't have the tools to fully understand what we're going through and where professional support can make a difference. I offer clients a Person-Centred/Attachment-Based approach. I also have an expertise in trauma. I offer a confidential space where you will be seen and heard without judgment, and develop the skills to heal and grow.
Life can be overwhelming, leaving us feeling lost in a maze of stress, anxiety, and even darker thoughts. Maybe you're having difficulties your realtionships, a survivor of trauma or violence, carrying burdens that feel too heavy to share. Sometimes, our loved ones, despite their best intentions, they don't have the tools to fully understand what we're going through and where professional support can make a difference. I offer clients a Person-Centred/Attachment-Based approach. I also have an expertise in trauma. I offer a confidential space where you will be seen and heard without judgment, and develop the skills to heal and grow.
I am a chartered clinical psychologist with 15 years experience in mental health. Whilst working in the NHS, I have set up The Sycamore Private Practice so that people outside of mental health services can access support. I have worked with people, who have benefited from making sense of difficult or/and frightening experiences, improving their mood or lowering anxiety. If you would like a safe place in order to understand more about what is going on for you, or perhaps have specific areas that need a focus, we can do this together and at a pace that suits you. I have listed my areas of expertise and experience as a guide for you.
I am a chartered clinical psychologist with 15 years experience in mental health. Whilst working in the NHS, I have set up The Sycamore Private Practice so that people outside of mental health services can access support. I have worked with people, who have benefited from making sense of difficult or/and frightening experiences, improving their mood or lowering anxiety. If you would like a safe place in order to understand more about what is going on for you, or perhaps have specific areas that need a focus, we can do this together and at a pace that suits you. I have listed my areas of expertise and experience as a guide for you.
My own experience of therapy inspired me to become a psychotherapist. Through therapy, I gained a deeper understanding of how early experiences can shape our relationships, emotions and sense of self. This journey helped me move beyond patterns that had left me feeling stuck and develop a more fulfilling way of living. As a therapist, I offer a safe, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can explore your difficulties, gain insight and work towards meaningful and lasting change. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck or struggling to move forward, I invite you to get in touch.
My own experience of therapy inspired me to become a psychotherapist. Through therapy, I gained a deeper understanding of how early experiences can shape our relationships, emotions and sense of self. This journey helped me move beyond patterns that had left me feeling stuck and develop a more fulfilling way of living. As a therapist, I offer a safe, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can explore your difficulties, gain insight and work towards meaningful and lasting change. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck or struggling to move forward, I invite you to get in touch.
I am a qualified clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience working within NHS and private sectors. I have experience working with adults and young people experiencing a range of mental health difficulties. I take time to get to know you and your presenting issues taking into consideration past experiences, family dynamics and issues that you feel need addressing or are holding you back. We would then develop a person centered care plan to best suit your goals. I am experienced in dealing with a range of mental health conditions along with more exploratory work and have a special interest in neurodiversity and mental health
I am a qualified clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience working within NHS and private sectors. I have experience working with adults and young people experiencing a range of mental health difficulties. I take time to get to know you and your presenting issues taking into consideration past experiences, family dynamics and issues that you feel need addressing or are holding you back. We would then develop a person centered care plan to best suit your goals. I am experienced in dealing with a range of mental health conditions along with more exploratory work and have a special interest in neurodiversity and mental health
Hi. My name is Dr. Sarah MacLean. I’m a highly trained Clinical Psychologist with over 14 years experience providing a professional psychology service based in Chelmsford, Essex and also online. I work with people with a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties including but not limited to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, childhood abuse, grief, relationship and interpersonal difficulties. I will work collaboratively with you in order to help you understand your difficulties and distress and help you find relief and make the changes towards the life you seek.
Hi. My name is Dr. Sarah MacLean. I’m a highly trained Clinical Psychologist with over 14 years experience providing a professional psychology service based in Chelmsford, Essex and also online. I work with people with a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties including but not limited to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, childhood abuse, grief, relationship and interpersonal difficulties. I will work collaboratively with you in order to help you understand your difficulties and distress and help you find relief and make the changes towards the life you seek.
Welcome. I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor with experience working with adults, couples, and young people. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, and there may be times when you find yourself struggling to cope with difficult emotions, life changes, relationships, loss, illness, or challenges that seem hard to make sense of on your own.
Welcome. I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor with experience working with adults, couples, and young people. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, and there may be times when you find yourself struggling to cope with difficult emotions, life changes, relationships, loss, illness, or challenges that seem hard to make sense of on your own.
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Are you feeling stuck in painful relationship dynamics, struggling with intimacy or sexual challenges, or navigating the complexities of cultural transition and identity? Do you feel like some parts of you are lost, wounded, or out of sync - with your partner, your body, or your sense of self? You may be carrying stories that no longer serve you, shaped by culture, past relationships, or unspoken wounds. As an integrative counsellor, psychosexual and relationship therapist, I offer a space where all of you is welcome - where we slow down, listen deeply, and gently reconnect you with who you are, and how you want to live and love.
Are you feeling stuck in painful relationship dynamics, struggling with intimacy or sexual challenges, or navigating the complexities of cultural transition and identity? Do you feel like some parts of you are lost, wounded, or out of sync - with your partner, your body, or your sense of self? You may be carrying stories that no longer serve you, shaped by culture, past relationships, or unspoken wounds. As an integrative counsellor, psychosexual and relationship therapist, I offer a space where all of you is welcome - where we slow down, listen deeply, and gently reconnect you with who you are, and how you want to live and love.
I'm able to help most people who are navigating anxiety, low mood, burnout, relationship patterns that keep repeating, or the effects of trauma — wherever they're starting from, whatever their capacity looks like right now. My commitment is to work with you until we find what actually shifts things, drawing on evidence-based approaches — psychoanalytic, CBT, relational or existential — tailored to what you need rather than a fixed method. Together, we move from feeling stuck to understanding why, and from there, forward. Sessions online, in English, Latvian or Russian.
I'm able to help most people who are navigating anxiety, low mood, burnout, relationship patterns that keep repeating, or the effects of trauma — wherever they're starting from, whatever their capacity looks like right now. My commitment is to work with you until we find what actually shifts things, drawing on evidence-based approaches — psychoanalytic, CBT, relational or existential — tailored to what you need rather than a fixed method. Together, we move from feeling stuck to understanding why, and from there, forward. Sessions online, in English, Latvian or Russian.
I’m a qualified counsellor specialising in grief, bereavement and trauma and emergency services and military mental health who experience unique trauma in their work. I understand how the training and culture can impact how you process and manage that trauma and loss.
I believe that healing is unique to you, which is why I blend my approach to something bespoke for your needs in discussion with you. You are fully involved in the process from start to finish.
Everyone deserves a warm, safe space to process what they are going through with someone who understands where they are at and to support them going forwards.
I’m a qualified counsellor specialising in grief, bereavement and trauma and emergency services and military mental health who experience unique trauma in their work. I understand how the training and culture can impact how you process and manage that trauma and loss.
I believe that healing is unique to you, which is why I blend my approach to something bespoke for your needs in discussion with you. You are fully involved in the process from start to finish.
Everyone deserves a warm, safe space to process what they are going through with someone who understands where they are at and to support them going forwards.
I am a genderqueer femme lesbian therapist, specialising in work with adult queer and trans clients.
Other weeks we zoom out, tracing how stories about shame, pleasure or belonging took root and deciding which ones you want to keep. I am an integrative practitioner, weaving together relational depth, CBT strategies, and narrative or psychodynamic thinking, always informed by a queer, decolonial lens.
I am a genderqueer femme lesbian therapist, specialising in work with adult queer and trans clients.
Other weeks we zoom out, tracing how stories about shame, pleasure or belonging took root and deciding which ones you want to keep. I am an integrative practitioner, weaving together relational depth, CBT strategies, and narrative or psychodynamic thinking, always informed by a queer, decolonial lens.
I’m Claudia (she/her) and I’m here to explore with you all things sex and relationships.
As a person-centered psychotherapist and sexologist I work with individuals and couples navigating the messy, beautiful and complex parts of being human, especially sex, sexuality, identity and relationships. I can support you if you feel disconnected from your body, your feelings, or your loved ones. Perhaps you’re struggling with relationship dynamics and expressing needs. I offer a space to explore what’s going on, how it’s impacting you and how we can move towards your desired outcomes from therapy.
I’m Claudia (she/her) and I’m here to explore with you all things sex and relationships.
As a person-centered psychotherapist and sexologist I work with individuals and couples navigating the messy, beautiful and complex parts of being human, especially sex, sexuality, identity and relationships. I can support you if you feel disconnected from your body, your feelings, or your loved ones. Perhaps you’re struggling with relationship dynamics and expressing needs. I offer a space to explore what’s going on, how it’s impacting you and how we can move towards your desired outcomes from therapy.
Accepting clients for online therapy • I specialize in working with clients experiencing difficulties with self-esteem, assertiveness, childhood relational trauma, exploration of sexual orientation and gender, and challenges related to neurodivergence. I work frequently with individuals who identify with the LGBTQ+, gifted, ADHD, and ASD communities. Using an integrative approach tailored to the needs of each individual, I strive to help my clients understand and find practical ways to cope with their challenges. I primarily draw upon person-centred, psychodynamic, and solution-focused approaches to therapy in my work.
Accepting clients for online therapy • I specialize in working with clients experiencing difficulties with self-esteem, assertiveness, childhood relational trauma, exploration of sexual orientation and gender, and challenges related to neurodivergence. I work frequently with individuals who identify with the LGBTQ+, gifted, ADHD, and ASD communities. Using an integrative approach tailored to the needs of each individual, I strive to help my clients understand and find practical ways to cope with their challenges. I primarily draw upon person-centred, psychodynamic, and solution-focused approaches to therapy in my work.
I am a curious therapist with an intersectional stance, which means I consider how society, culture, identity and norms shape wellbeing and experiences. I am committed to creating a space to help you share your story that honours your background, heritage and personal identity.
You may be experiencing relationship difficulties, identity concerns, psychological difficulties, feel burnt out, stuck or the pressure of societal expectations or have experienced difficult early life experiences. Together, we can navigate these difficult and overwhelming emotions and experiences to delve deeper, reflect and make sense of your experiences.
I am a curious therapist with an intersectional stance, which means I consider how society, culture, identity and norms shape wellbeing and experiences. I am committed to creating a space to help you share your story that honours your background, heritage and personal identity.
You may be experiencing relationship difficulties, identity concerns, psychological difficulties, feel burnt out, stuck or the pressure of societal expectations or have experienced difficult early life experiences. Together, we can navigate these difficult and overwhelming emotions and experiences to delve deeper, reflect and make sense of your experiences.
I only work online - and work worldwide except USA and Canada. I just I love working as an online therapist and I invite you to work with me online, whatever your issues, needs or goals might be. You may live abroad or have difficulty accessing help or just prefer seeing someone online, or you may be struggling with shame and want to work with the video turned off or by live chat - text based. I am happy to work with you using the format you prefer - I am even qualified as an avatar therapist if you'd like to try this. Online work can be very rewarding and creative.
I only work online - and work worldwide except USA and Canada. I just I love working as an online therapist and I invite you to work with me online, whatever your issues, needs or goals might be. You may live abroad or have difficulty accessing help or just prefer seeing someone online, or you may be struggling with shame and want to work with the video turned off or by live chat - text based. I am happy to work with you using the format you prefer - I am even qualified as an avatar therapist if you'd like to try this. Online work can be very rewarding and creative.
Dr Alison Pak completed her BSc (Hons) at University College, London, a Masters in Social and Developmental Psychology at the University of Cambridge, and her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at University College, London. She has experience working in various NHS settings and in private practice, and is currently based in a practice in South West London. Dr Pak draws on a range of therapeutic models (e.g., Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy), often including creativity as one of her core competencies.
Dr Alison Pak completed her BSc (Hons) at University College, London, a Masters in Social and Developmental Psychology at the University of Cambridge, and her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at University College, London. She has experience working in various NHS settings and in private practice, and is currently based in a practice in South West London. Dr Pak draws on a range of therapeutic models (e.g., Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy), often including creativity as one of her core competencies.
There are many reasons to come to therapy whether struggling with a particular event, past trauma or ongoing concern. Our work together may involve talking about thoughts and feelings, but also slowing down and paying attention to sensations in the body. This can allow you to be with your experience without having to necessarily retell your life story in detail. Whatever you are feeling will be held in a safe and non-judgmental space, allowing you the freedom to explore what is happening in your life. If this sounds like an interesting approach, then contact me for a free 30-minute meeting.
There are many reasons to come to therapy whether struggling with a particular event, past trauma or ongoing concern. Our work together may involve talking about thoughts and feelings, but also slowing down and paying attention to sensations in the body. This can allow you to be with your experience without having to necessarily retell your life story in detail. Whatever you are feeling will be held in a safe and non-judgmental space, allowing you the freedom to explore what is happening in your life. If this sounds like an interesting approach, then contact me for a free 30-minute meeting.
Wherever you are in life - whatever you're carrying, whatever you're searching for - you are welcome here.
At Higher Vibes Corner, I work with people across all of life's phases, transitions and challenges. Whether you're in the depths of something difficult or simply feeling the call for deeper connection, more balance, more joy - together we'll go beneath the surface, find the root of your imbalances and guide you gently back to centre. Back to yourself.
I bring over 20 years of personal therapeutic experience, 8 years of professional training in energy medicine and 8 years working in corporate health and wellbeing.
Wherever you are in life - whatever you're carrying, whatever you're searching for - you are welcome here.
At Higher Vibes Corner, I work with people across all of life's phases, transitions and challenges. Whether you're in the depths of something difficult or simply feeling the call for deeper connection, more balance, more joy - together we'll go beneath the surface, find the root of your imbalances and guide you gently back to centre. Back to yourself.
I bring over 20 years of personal therapeutic experience, 8 years of professional training in energy medicine and 8 years working in corporate health and wellbeing.
Thank you for taking your first steps in counselling with me.
I am a Psychosexual and Compulsion Therapist and a Relationship Counsellor. I have many years experience with neurodiverse relationships.
If you have an issue that's troubling you. It may involve a partner, family member a friend. Or just be something to do with you. I can help you reach your goals, off load your anxieties and guide you on your journey.
If you have had an illness, be it Cancer, Postpartum or post surgery, I am here to help. I will give you a virtual box of tools to help you on your journey of discovery in a safe confidential comfortable environment
Thank you for taking your first steps in counselling with me.
I am a Psychosexual and Compulsion Therapist and a Relationship Counsellor. I have many years experience with neurodiverse relationships.
If you have an issue that's troubling you. It may involve a partner, family member a friend. Or just be something to do with you. I can help you reach your goals, off load your anxieties and guide you on your journey.
If you have had an illness, be it Cancer, Postpartum or post surgery, I am here to help. I will give you a virtual box of tools to help you on your journey of discovery in a safe confidential comfortable environment
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- Hockley
- Hornchurch
- Ingatestone
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- Rayleigh
- Romford
- Upminster
Lesbian Counsellors
What is lesbian-affirming therapy?
Lesbian-affirming therapy is a type of mental health support that fully affirms and reflects a client's lesbian identity. It is rooted in acceptance and does not attempt to change or question an individual's sexual orientation. In this type of therapy, clients work with a therapist who understands the unique experiences of lesbian women. This support is especially important, as research shows that lesbian individuals face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges compared to heterosexual populations. Lesbian-affirming therapy acknowledges that lesbian individuals may encounter specific stressors—such as coming out challenges, family rejection, workplace discrimination, and minority stress—that require specialised understanding and intervention. Lesbian-affirming therapists often work with clients across all age groups, from adolescents navigating their emerging identity to adults and older individuals addressing life transitions and relationship concerns. Many therapists also provide couples therapy for lesbian partners, helping them navigate relationship dynamics, communication challenges, or external stressors that may impact their relationship. It is important to note that therapists provide talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
Why should I see a lesbian therapist?
Some clients prefer to work with lesbian therapists who may bring personal lived experience to the therapeutic relationship. Choosing to work with a lesbian therapist can offer a deeper sense of connection, comfort, and shared understanding. A therapist who identifies as lesbian may require clients to give less background explanation—whether it’s about navigating romantic relationships, feeling unseen in certain spaces, or processing the impact of past relationship challenges. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. Additionally, many lesbian-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organisations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection.
How do I find a lesbian therapist?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful tool for finding lesbian-affirming therapists. You can use search filters to identify therapists who specialise in LGBTQ+ care and work specifically with bisexual clients. You can also filter by clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, accepted insurance, session costs, and languages spoken to find the right fit. Look for profiles where therapists explicitly mention working with lesbian clients, or where they describe their approach as identity-affirming, inclusive, or trauma-informed. Many providers will also list their own identities, which may help you find someone with shared lived experience if that is important to you. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.