Family Therapy Counselling in Birmingham
I have been helping clients at the Asian Family Counselling Service since 2018.
Hello and welcome to Chen Counselling. Chen means peace in Urdu. I strive to support my clients in bringing peace to their life, with whatever they bring to counselling. I can understand that reaching out for help can be a very difficult task if you are overwhelmed with life issues. However, help is available in the form of counselling. I collaborate with my clients to help them gain awareness of their issues and relieve the distress they may be in. If needed, I psychoeducate my clients on mental health and well being and the link between unhelpful thinking, emotions and behaviours that may be having a negative impact on them.
I have been helping clients at the Asian Family Counselling Service since 2018.
Hello and welcome to Chen Counselling. Chen means peace in Urdu. I strive to support my clients in bringing peace to their life, with whatever they bring to counselling. I can understand that reaching out for help can be a very difficult task if you are overwhelmed with life issues. However, help is available in the form of counselling. I collaborate with my clients to help them gain awareness of their issues and relieve the distress they may be in. If needed, I psychoeducate my clients on mental health and well being and the link between unhelpful thinking, emotions and behaviours that may be having a negative impact on them.
Over the decades, I have developed expertise in a wide range of therapeutic modalities such as CBT, Mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focussed Therapy, Systemic & Family Therapy.
Seeing a Psychologist can be daunting, especially for the first time. My aim is to build a trusting relationship in which you can feel at ease in negotiating the challenges you are facing. Whether it's symptom change, or deeper exploration to address the root of your needs, I can draw on a wide psychological knowledge base developed over almost 3 decades of clinical practice, to support you.
Over the decades, I have developed expertise in a wide range of therapeutic modalities such as CBT, Mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focussed Therapy, Systemic & Family Therapy.
Seeing a Psychologist can be daunting, especially for the first time. My aim is to build a trusting relationship in which you can feel at ease in negotiating the challenges you are facing. Whether it's symptom change, or deeper exploration to address the root of your needs, I can draw on a wide psychological knowledge base developed over almost 3 decades of clinical practice, to support you.
Welcome! We are a team of friendly Bromsgrove and Redditch based counsellors who are committed to helping you change your life for the better. Stress, anxiety, CBT, anger, depression, support for children, teenagers and young adults, support for parents, self-harm, grief, relationship problems, domestic abuse, couples and family therapy, eating disorders. Whatever your issue we will provide the support for you to move forward.
Welcome! We are a team of friendly Bromsgrove and Redditch based counsellors who are committed to helping you change your life for the better. Stress, anxiety, CBT, anger, depression, support for children, teenagers and young adults, support for parents, self-harm, grief, relationship problems, domestic abuse, couples and family therapy, eating disorders. Whatever your issue we will provide the support for you to move forward.
I trained in several therapeutic models including CBT, DBT, ACT and Behaviour Family Therapy (BFT).
I have been working with families, children and adults who have presented with moderate to severe mental health difficulties and emotional distress. I am also interested in trauma and the treatment of self-harm and suicidal behaviours. Over the years, I've supported young people and adults with histories involving early traumas, abuse and neglect. I am qualified in assessing and treating anxiety, depression, personality disorders, eating disorders, attachment disorders and broken relationships.
I trained in several therapeutic models including CBT, DBT, ACT and Behaviour Family Therapy (BFT).
I have been working with families, children and adults who have presented with moderate to severe mental health difficulties and emotional distress. I am also interested in trauma and the treatment of self-harm and suicidal behaviours. Over the years, I've supported young people and adults with histories involving early traumas, abuse and neglect. I am qualified in assessing and treating anxiety, depression, personality disorders, eating disorders, attachment disorders and broken relationships.
Together, we find healthy ways to experience these emotions using a variety of therapeutic techniques, such as Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Mentalisation-Based Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Even though you have what might seem like "a good life," you may still feel a deep sense of emptiness and struggle with overwhelming anxiety and difficult emotions. At times, it might be hard to even identify what you're feeling. These challenges could stem from a difficult childhood, particularly in your relationships with your parents or siblings, affecting how you connect with others today. We refer to these experiences as attachment trauma or childhood emotional neglect. However, these patterns don’t have to define your future; healing and change are possible.
Together, we find healthy ways to experience these emotions using a variety of therapeutic techniques, such as Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Mentalisation-Based Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Even though you have what might seem like "a good life," you may still feel a deep sense of emptiness and struggle with overwhelming anxiety and difficult emotions. At times, it might be hard to even identify what you're feeling. These challenges could stem from a difficult childhood, particularly in your relationships with your parents or siblings, affecting how you connect with others today. We refer to these experiences as attachment trauma or childhood emotional neglect. However, these patterns don’t have to define your future; healing and change are possible.
You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, self esteem or family issues, or have something you want to make sense of.
My priority is to listen and build a trusting relationship with you where you can openly express your thoughts and feelings. Together we'll think about how past and present may be impacting on your life, so that you can begin to free yourself from your anxieties and old patterns of relating, build your self-confidence and have more fulfilling relationships.
You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, self esteem or family issues, or have something you want to make sense of.
My priority is to listen and build a trusting relationship with you where you can openly express your thoughts and feelings. Together we'll think about how past and present may be impacting on your life, so that you can begin to free yourself from your anxieties and old patterns of relating, build your self-confidence and have more fulfilling relationships.
I am compassionate and sensitive to your needs and I am happy to see people individually and/or with partners/ family to fit your therapeutic goals.
I offer therapy online. I use a broad range of evidence-based therapy approaches to inform my work with you, and this includes (Trauma focused) cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), EMDR, narrative (exposure) therapy, attachment and psychodynamic, systemic, compassion focussed, and transpersonal therapy approaches.
I am compassionate and sensitive to your needs and I am happy to see people individually and/or with partners/ family to fit your therapeutic goals.
I offer therapy online. I use a broad range of evidence-based therapy approaches to inform my work with you, and this includes (Trauma focused) cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), EMDR, narrative (exposure) therapy, attachment and psychodynamic, systemic, compassion focussed, and transpersonal therapy approaches.
Dr Amy Peters - Perinatal Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am an Integrative Clinical Psychologist and I use a range of approaches including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Systemic Family Therapy, and Relational Models.
Hello, I’m Dr. Amy Peters, a Clinical Psychologist with 10 years of experience working across the NHS and charity sector. I offer online therapy and specialise in supporting women, birthing people, and couples who have experienced infertility, pregnancy and birth trauma, and baby loss. For many women and couples, these can be overwhelming and lonely experiences and leave you feeling unsure how to move forward.
I aim to work with you to think about your hopes for therapy, and create a compassionate and safe space where you can explore your feelings, process your experiences, and begin to heal.
I am an Integrative Clinical Psychologist and I use a range of approaches including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Systemic Family Therapy, and Relational Models.
Hello, I’m Dr. Amy Peters, a Clinical Psychologist with 10 years of experience working across the NHS and charity sector. I offer online therapy and specialise in supporting women, birthing people, and couples who have experienced infertility, pregnancy and birth trauma, and baby loss. For many women and couples, these can be overwhelming and lonely experiences and leave you feeling unsure how to move forward.
I aim to work with you to think about your hopes for therapy, and create a compassionate and safe space where you can explore your feelings, process your experiences, and begin to heal.
Our panel of expert witnesses and psychologists complete medico-legal reports on mental health and neuropsychological injury for criminal, employment, personal injury, family, immigration and educational cases.
PSYCHOLOGY EXPERT SERVICES: Psychological assessment, educational testing services and occupational health assessments. EXPERT PSYCHOLOGIST ASSESSMENT OF SPECIFIC LEARNING DISABILITY & NEURODEVELOPMENTAL CONDITIONS: Dyslexia tests, dyslexia in children, dyspraxia tests, autism spectrum disorder, autism spectrum, ADHD tests, and official IQ testing. MENTAL HEALTH: Personality disorder testing, mental health assessment online, wellbeing, and assessments of malingering disorders. We provide occupational health checks, undertake occupational health referrals, work capability assessments and advise on sickness absence policy.
Our panel of expert witnesses and psychologists complete medico-legal reports on mental health and neuropsychological injury for criminal, employment, personal injury, family, immigration and educational cases.
PSYCHOLOGY EXPERT SERVICES: Psychological assessment, educational testing services and occupational health assessments. EXPERT PSYCHOLOGIST ASSESSMENT OF SPECIFIC LEARNING DISABILITY & NEURODEVELOPMENTAL CONDITIONS: Dyslexia tests, dyslexia in children, dyspraxia tests, autism spectrum disorder, autism spectrum, ADHD tests, and official IQ testing. MENTAL HEALTH: Personality disorder testing, mental health assessment online, wellbeing, and assessments of malingering disorders. We provide occupational health checks, undertake occupational health referrals, work capability assessments and advise on sickness absence policy.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, the effects of abuse, navigating life as a neurodivergent individual, or looking to improve family or group dynamics, we'll work together to find clarity, strength, hope, and goal.
I understand that reaching out for help can feel overwhelming, but I’m here to meet you where you are with compassion and care. With years of experience working closely with individuals, couples, and families, I’ve supported clients through anxiety, trauma, loss, addiction, relationship struggles, and the impacts of abuse.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, the effects of abuse, navigating life as a neurodivergent individual, or looking to improve family or group dynamics, we'll work together to find clarity, strength, hope, and goal.
I understand that reaching out for help can feel overwhelming, but I’m here to meet you where you are with compassion and care. With years of experience working closely with individuals, couples, and families, I’ve supported clients through anxiety, trauma, loss, addiction, relationship struggles, and the impacts of abuse.
The services I provide is for anxiety, depression, couples, relationships family breakdown, identify crisis, isolation and loneliness, shame, Domestic abuse, loss, narcissistic issistic abuse, just a few to mention.
Work face to face, zoom, with Alexandra (Alex) as you walk the unfamiliar steps of your journey to build confidence, self esteem to enable you to be empowered. I will aim to provide you the tools to build a positive resourceful life.
The services I provide is for anxiety, depression, couples, relationships family breakdown, identify crisis, isolation and loneliness, shame, Domestic abuse, loss, narcissistic issistic abuse, just a few to mention.
Work face to face, zoom, with Alexandra (Alex) as you walk the unfamiliar steps of your journey to build confidence, self esteem to enable you to be empowered. I will aim to provide you the tools to build a positive resourceful life.
In addition to this have experience of working with relationship issues, family issues, bereavement, grief and loss and also of working with neurodiversity within the therapeutic setting.
I work with individuals to provide greater context and understanding of presenting issues and the impact these issues may have on them emotionally, mentally and physically; through looking at current issues and creating a safe space to explore the impact of significant previous experiences. I practice using a trauma informed approach.
In addition to this have experience of working with relationship issues, family issues, bereavement, grief and loss and also of working with neurodiversity within the therapeutic setting.
I work with individuals to provide greater context and understanding of presenting issues and the impact these issues may have on them emotionally, mentally and physically; through looking at current issues and creating a safe space to explore the impact of significant previous experiences. I practice using a trauma informed approach.
In this day and age there can be many pressures impacting your mental health from multiple directions: friendships, family, romantic relationships, attainment, finances, achieving goals and many other things.
As a Family & Systemic Psychotherapist I offer both individual and family/group sessions. Working in inpatient mental health and social services, I have a vast skillset for supporting people in times of crisis, those who have experienced complex trauma and varying mental health difficulties, particularly anxiety, depression and BPD/EUPD.
In this day and age there can be many pressures impacting your mental health from multiple directions: friendships, family, romantic relationships, attainment, finances, achieving goals and many other things.
As a Family & Systemic Psychotherapist I offer both individual and family/group sessions. Working in inpatient mental health and social services, I have a vast skillset for supporting people in times of crisis, those who have experienced complex trauma and varying mental health difficulties, particularly anxiety, depression and BPD/EUPD.
I understand that at times your family/friends may be part of the problem, this is where I come into your situation with fresh eyes, an open heart, and much experience and strength to help you regain your sense of who you are.
The therapeutic space is non-judgmental and a confidential relationship; where you will be free to be able to talk about whatever it is, concerning you. It is a safe and secure space for you to be open and authentic that you may have felt you have never been able to do so before. We will explore your issues, re-build your self-confidence and self-worth.
I understand that at times your family/friends may be part of the problem, this is where I come into your situation with fresh eyes, an open heart, and much experience and strength to help you regain your sense of who you are.
The therapeutic space is non-judgmental and a confidential relationship; where you will be free to be able to talk about whatever it is, concerning you. It is a safe and secure space for you to be open and authentic that you may have felt you have never been able to do so before. We will explore your issues, re-build your self-confidence and self-worth.
For some, it’s reaching a point where life feels stuck, and you long for change—perhaps in your relationships with family, friends, partners, or even yourself.
Whatever has brought you to this moment, I am here to walk alongside you. In a supportive, caring, and safe space, we will explore what has led you here. Together, we’ll uncover the patterns that have shaped your life and gain insights into your current situation.
For some, it’s reaching a point where life feels stuck, and you long for change—perhaps in your relationships with family, friends, partners, or even yourself.
Whatever has brought you to this moment, I am here to walk alongside you. In a supportive, caring, and safe space, we will explore what has led you here. Together, we’ll uncover the patterns that have shaped your life and gain insights into your current situation.
For many people these can include anxiety, depression, difficulties within family or romantic relationships, difficulties forming relationships, current life challenges or past life situations that may still be impacting.
I am an experienced therapist with specialities that include relationship and psychosexual therapy. I have worked for over 17yrs in private practice as well as in organisations such as Relate. I have a real passion for the work I do and I’m committed towards helping clients to work through their difficulties in a safe and non-judgemental environment. I understand we all have to face challenging moments in life, and so I provide a space for you to work through these challenges and find healthy ways and practical tools to change or manage them.
For many people these can include anxiety, depression, difficulties within family or romantic relationships, difficulties forming relationships, current life challenges or past life situations that may still be impacting.
I am an experienced therapist with specialities that include relationship and psychosexual therapy. I have worked for over 17yrs in private practice as well as in organisations such as Relate. I have a real passion for the work I do and I’m committed towards helping clients to work through their difficulties in a safe and non-judgemental environment. I understand we all have to face challenging moments in life, and so I provide a space for you to work through these challenges and find healthy ways and practical tools to change or manage them.
I have extensive experience working with issues of: sexual abuse (male/female), childhood sexual abuse (CSA), adult and childhood trauma, complex trauma, self-harm, domestic abuse/violence, anxiety, depression, flashbacks, suicidal ideation, family issues, and relationship difficulties.
Taking the first step toward therapy may feel daunting, but it can also be life-changing. I use an integrative approach, drawing from various modalities, and work collaboratively to formulate treatment plans that meet your individual needs and support your unique therapeutic process.
I have extensive experience working with issues of: sexual abuse (male/female), childhood sexual abuse (CSA), adult and childhood trauma, complex trauma, self-harm, domestic abuse/violence, anxiety, depression, flashbacks, suicidal ideation, family issues, and relationship difficulties.
Taking the first step toward therapy may feel daunting, but it can also be life-changing. I use an integrative approach, drawing from various modalities, and work collaboratively to formulate treatment plans that meet your individual needs and support your unique therapeutic process.
Having suffered from Fibromaylagia for many years I understand the impact unexplained illness has on you, family and friends.
Are you a Highly Sensitive Person who finds themselves overwhelmed in a variety of situations Do you find yourself struggling in relationships, friendship groups or work. Do you suffer with: childhood trauma, anxiety, low mood, sexuality issues. Do suffer with chronic ill health, fatigue, fibromyalgia or other unexplained disease? Do you feel isolated, lonely, different/separate from others. Are you keeping your physical, emotional, mental, sexual or spiritual struggles secret?
Having suffered from Fibromaylagia for many years I understand the impact unexplained illness has on you, family and friends.
Are you a Highly Sensitive Person who finds themselves overwhelmed in a variety of situations Do you find yourself struggling in relationships, friendship groups or work. Do you suffer with: childhood trauma, anxiety, low mood, sexuality issues. Do suffer with chronic ill health, fatigue, fibromyalgia or other unexplained disease? Do you feel isolated, lonely, different/separate from others. Are you keeping your physical, emotional, mental, sexual or spiritual struggles secret?
I work relationally, meaning that we will work together to build a therapeutic relationship to unmask/remove the labels given by family and friends.
Everyone is individual and that your lifetime and childhood experiences shaped the person that you are today. My role is to help you sift through significant moments of life to assimilate, accept and refute the things that make up your true identity. Understanding the injustices we sometimes feel can help us on our journey to become empowered and autonomous individuals.
I work relationally, meaning that we will work together to build a therapeutic relationship to unmask/remove the labels given by family and friends.
Everyone is individual and that your lifetime and childhood experiences shaped the person that you are today. My role is to help you sift through significant moments of life to assimilate, accept and refute the things that make up your true identity. Understanding the injustices we sometimes feel can help us on our journey to become empowered and autonomous individuals.
I provided Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Trauma focus therapy to people with mental health difficulties.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or weighed down by mental health challenges? I specialize in providing compassionate care and effective treatment for Emotional Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Psychosis. I also offer support for a wide range of difficulties, including addiction, grief, and stress.
Using evidence-based tools like EMDR for trauma, ERP for OCD, ABA for Autism, coaching for ADHD and CBT for psychosis, I tailor every treatment plan to meet your unique needs.
I provided Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Trauma focus therapy to people with mental health difficulties.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or weighed down by mental health challenges? I specialize in providing compassionate care and effective treatment for Emotional Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Psychosis. I also offer support for a wide range of difficulties, including addiction, grief, and stress.
Using evidence-based tools like EMDR for trauma, ERP for OCD, ABA for Autism, coaching for ADHD and CBT for psychosis, I tailor every treatment plan to meet your unique needs.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.