Self-Harming Counselling in Birmingham
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 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.
Life can be incredibly heavy, and sometimes the ways we’ve learned to cope just aren't enough anymore. Whether you are navigating the suffocating fog of depression, the constant hum of anxiety, or the complex layers of identity and trauma, I am here to hold space for you.
Our journey begins by gently identifying the specific hurdles you are facing. Then, we will create a personalised treatment plan—one designed specifically to help you reclaim your life and feel like "you" again. I believe therapy should be more than just talk; it should lead to tangible change. Many of my clients notice a significant lifting of their symptom.
Life can be incredibly heavy, and sometimes the ways we’ve learned to cope just aren't enough anymore. Whether you are navigating the suffocating fog of depression, the constant hum of anxiety, or the complex layers of identity and trauma, I am here to hold space for you.
Our journey begins by gently identifying the specific hurdles you are facing. Then, we will create a personalised treatment plan—one designed specifically to help you reclaim your life and feel like "you" again. I believe therapy should be more than just talk; it should lead to tangible change. Many of my clients notice a significant lifting of their symptom.
Welcome. My name is Terina. It is often hard to make a first step toward getting the support you might need and you may wonder how counselling/therapy can help. I think of it as a bit like a 'walk through a forest' - one we are agreeing to go on together. We don't yet know what the experience will be like, or quite where it will take us, as it is a new experience for both of us. The important thing is, we do this walk together.
This is an important relationship and what we CAN know, is that I will offer you consistency, support, empathy and honesty and the space to explore anything that matters to you, without judgement.
Welcome. My name is Terina. It is often hard to make a first step toward getting the support you might need and you may wonder how counselling/therapy can help. I think of it as a bit like a 'walk through a forest' - one we are agreeing to go on together. We don't yet know what the experience will be like, or quite where it will take us, as it is a new experience for both of us. The important thing is, we do this walk together.
This is an important relationship and what we CAN know, is that I will offer you consistency, support, empathy and honesty and the space to explore anything that matters to you, without judgement.
I work with both children and adults, and have a strong interest in supporting those who have experienced complex or relational trauma, with or without self-harming or suicidal behaviour.
The initial sessions will focus on developing a shared understanding of what is happening psychologically that is giving rise to your difficulties, or maintaining them. A shared understanding of the problem provides a focus for psychotherapy. Effective therapy has a clear focus, and this will help support better outcomes and, ultimately, life beyond therapy.
I work with both children and adults, and have a strong interest in supporting those who have experienced complex or relational trauma, with or without self-harming or suicidal behaviour.
The initial sessions will focus on developing a shared understanding of what is happening psychologically that is giving rise to your difficulties, or maintaining them. A shared understanding of the problem provides a focus for psychotherapy. Effective therapy has a clear focus, and this will help support better outcomes and, ultimately, life beyond therapy.
Finding the right therapist is the first step toward healing. The right support can help you feel safe, understood, and empowered to navigate life’s challenges. I’m a fully qualified and accredited psychotherapist and hypnotherapist, offering a professional, compassionate space for mental well-being. With years of experience and training in various modalities, I help with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, motivation, weight management, confidence, and deep healing. Every session is tailored to you, guiding you toward lasting change. Ready to start? Let’s connect.
Finding the right therapist is the first step toward healing. The right support can help you feel safe, understood, and empowered to navigate life’s challenges. I’m a fully qualified and accredited psychotherapist and hypnotherapist, offering a professional, compassionate space for mental well-being. With years of experience and training in various modalities, I help with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, motivation, weight management, confidence, and deep healing. Every session is tailored to you, guiding you toward lasting change. Ready to start? Let’s connect.
Individuals in transition — people adjusting to new environments, roles, or identities.
Clients from diverse cultural backgrounds — including migrants
People experiencing emotional overwhelm — anxiety, stress, low mood, or burnout, sexual trauma, depression,
Those struggling with relationships — communication difficulties, conflict, or disconnection. Family issues, inner child
Clients seeking self‑understanding — individuals wanting clarity, confidence, or personal growth. Spiritual
Individuals in transition — people adjusting to new environments, roles, or identities.
Clients from diverse cultural backgrounds — including migrants
People experiencing emotional overwhelm — anxiety, stress, low mood, or burnout, sexual trauma, depression,
Those struggling with relationships — communication difficulties, conflict, or disconnection. Family issues, inner child
Clients seeking self‑understanding — individuals wanting clarity, confidence, or personal growth. Spiritual
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted—perhaps struggling with anxiety, low mood, trauma, relationship difficulties, or life transitions. You might want clarity, relief, and a sense of control over your thoughts and emotions. More than anything, you’re looking for a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel understood, validated, and supported to make meaningful changes at your own pace.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted—perhaps struggling with anxiety, low mood, trauma, relationship difficulties, or life transitions. You might want clarity, relief, and a sense of control over your thoughts and emotions. More than anything, you’re looking for a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel understood, validated, and supported to make meaningful changes at your own pace.
Hi I'm Sarah and I specialise in working anxiety, depression and trauma. Maybe you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed or exhausted. Maybe you are struggling to cope with a traumatic life event. Or maybe you are generally finding life unmanageable at the moment. At times we can lose our way unintentionally and then find it difficult to get back onto the right path. If this sounds familiar, my therapy approach can help you regain some strength, clarity and balance so that you can feel more calm and back in control of your life.
Hi I'm Sarah and I specialise in working anxiety, depression and trauma. Maybe you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed or exhausted. Maybe you are struggling to cope with a traumatic life event. Or maybe you are generally finding life unmanageable at the moment. At times we can lose our way unintentionally and then find it difficult to get back onto the right path. If this sounds familiar, my therapy approach can help you regain some strength, clarity and balance so that you can feel more calm and back in control of your life.
I am a highly experienced HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist and Systemic Practitioner; I have over 12 years’ experience of working as a Clinical Psychologist in the NHS. I have worked as a senior member of staff within a variety of Paediatric specialties supporting children, families, adults and professionals. As an experienced Clinical Psychologist and Systemic Practitioner I work with individuals, families and systems in a collaborative way. I aim to work alongside my clients to increase their understanding of issues and empower them to make effective change.
I am a highly experienced HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist and Systemic Practitioner; I have over 12 years’ experience of working as a Clinical Psychologist in the NHS. I have worked as a senior member of staff within a variety of Paediatric specialties supporting children, families, adults and professionals. As an experienced Clinical Psychologist and Systemic Practitioner I work with individuals, families and systems in a collaborative way. I aim to work alongside my clients to increase their understanding of issues and empower them to make effective change.
Hi, my name is Hope. I know, a pretty good name for a therapist! I am an Integrative Psychotherapist. My aim and approach in therapy is to help you find your own path to the life you wish to live. We are all uniquely different and have different reactions to life and life events. I can help you work through some things you might find difficult. For example: Anxiety; Depression; Trauma; Relationship Issues. In order to heal and progress, we must first understand our emotions, what they are and where they come from. From here can make decisions to do something different, to break the patterns that no longer serve us in our life.
Hi, my name is Hope. I know, a pretty good name for a therapist! I am an Integrative Psychotherapist. My aim and approach in therapy is to help you find your own path to the life you wish to live. We are all uniquely different and have different reactions to life and life events. I can help you work through some things you might find difficult. For example: Anxiety; Depression; Trauma; Relationship Issues. In order to heal and progress, we must first understand our emotions, what they are and where they come from. From here can make decisions to do something different, to break the patterns that no longer serve us in our life.
I am an HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist working with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, complex-PTSD, relational problems. I treat all types of trauma from child/adulthood including abuse (emotional, physical, sexual), bullying, crime, accidents, loss/bereavement, physical/mental health. The aims I support clients with can include: understanding why problems are affecting them and how to approach managing problems, attending to self-esteem & self-worth, overcoming problematic patterns of thinking and feeling, improving relationships with other people, developing improved ways of coping with problems.
I am an HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist working with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, complex-PTSD, relational problems. I treat all types of trauma from child/adulthood including abuse (emotional, physical, sexual), bullying, crime, accidents, loss/bereavement, physical/mental health. The aims I support clients with can include: understanding why problems are affecting them and how to approach managing problems, attending to self-esteem & self-worth, overcoming problematic patterns of thinking and feeling, improving relationships with other people, developing improved ways of coping with problems.
You may be seeking support with how you see the world, with relationships to family, partner or friends and work. You may be feeling alone or confused, under pressure and in pain. In our therapy sessions we will work together to gain a sense of where you are in your life and how you understand your self and where you are. Together we can build a sense of safety and understanding through which you may gain feeling supported and motivated.
You may be seeking support with how you see the world, with relationships to family, partner or friends and work. You may be feeling alone or confused, under pressure and in pain. In our therapy sessions we will work together to gain a sense of where you are in your life and how you understand your self and where you are. Together we can build a sense of safety and understanding through which you may gain feeling supported and motivated.
Hello! I'm an integrative psychotherapist with years of experience working in many areas of mental health, wellbeing and self development. I strive in really getting to know my clients to truly understand them and hopefully, that helps them understand themselves to live the lives they want to...
Hello! I'm an integrative psychotherapist with years of experience working in many areas of mental health, wellbeing and self development. I strive in really getting to know my clients to truly understand them and hopefully, that helps them understand themselves to live the lives they want to...
I am a Registered Counsellor of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapists working with clients of all ages across UK. I have a detailed understanding of the BACP Professional Conduct and the Ethical Framework. The time I spend in therapy is totally dedicated to you, facilitating the process of self-identity. As a Counsellor, I will listen and support your story, helping you to understand yourself better. I am a firm believer in individuality and uniqueness. “You are your own individual of expression”.
I am a Registered Counsellor of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapists working with clients of all ages across UK. I have a detailed understanding of the BACP Professional Conduct and the Ethical Framework. The time I spend in therapy is totally dedicated to you, facilitating the process of self-identity. As a Counsellor, I will listen and support your story, helping you to understand yourself better. I am a firm believer in individuality and uniqueness. “You are your own individual of expression”.
There are times in life when we can feel disconnected from ourselves – going through the motions, carrying anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties or the impact of past experiences, whilst feeling unsure how to move forward.
We believe healing involves more than talking. Our team of Embodied (Somatic) and Arts Psychotherapists works with the wisdom of the soul, mind and body, helping you explore experiences that may be difficult to put into words. Through conversation, creativity, movement, imagery and reflection, we support deeper understanding, connection and lasting change.
Sessions available online across major UK cities.
There are times in life when we can feel disconnected from ourselves – going through the motions, carrying anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties or the impact of past experiences, whilst feeling unsure how to move forward.
We believe healing involves more than talking. Our team of Embodied (Somatic) and Arts Psychotherapists works with the wisdom of the soul, mind and body, helping you explore experiences that may be difficult to put into words. Through conversation, creativity, movement, imagery and reflection, we support deeper understanding, connection and lasting change.
Sessions available online across major UK cities.
I'm a fully qualified Psychotherapist and founder of Perch Therapy, specialising in sex and relationships. I'm also a sexologist in training who is kink, GSRD and SW friendly. Here we treat a number of concerns from anxiety, depression and eating disorders to navigating sexual problems i.e., sexual dysfunction, shame, compulsivity / "addiction", desire discrepancy, infidelity, intimacy, communication, and sexual wellbeing.
We are collaborative and grounded in the belief that you can form a fulfilling relationship with yourself and others.
I'm a fully qualified Psychotherapist and founder of Perch Therapy, specialising in sex and relationships. I'm also a sexologist in training who is kink, GSRD and SW friendly. Here we treat a number of concerns from anxiety, depression and eating disorders to navigating sexual problems i.e., sexual dysfunction, shame, compulsivity / "addiction", desire discrepancy, infidelity, intimacy, communication, and sexual wellbeing.
We are collaborative and grounded in the belief that you can form a fulfilling relationship with yourself and others.
I am a qualified Senior Clinical Psychologist and EMDR Therapist, registered with The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), British Psychological Society (BPS) and EMDR Association. My mission as a psychologist is to help people build resilience, heal from past traumas, and develop healthy attachment relationships. I believe in the power of connection and the importance of seeking help when needed.
I am a qualified Senior Clinical Psychologist and EMDR Therapist, registered with The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), British Psychological Society (BPS) and EMDR Association. My mission as a psychologist is to help people build resilience, heal from past traumas, and develop healthy attachment relationships. I believe in the power of connection and the importance of seeking help when needed.
Are you feeling confused, stuck, in low spirits, struggling with choices? Perhaps you’re finding it difficult to manage your feelings, or recognising recurring patterns of difficulties, or feel you could be living more fully. We all face challenging times in our lives when it can be hard to find our way. I offer professional, confidential counselling with warmth, understanding, sensitivity and respect for people of diverse identities and backgrounds. I aim to work with you in a safe, supportive way, without judgement, to build a trusting relationship, and explore the difficulties you face.
Are you feeling confused, stuck, in low spirits, struggling with choices? Perhaps you’re finding it difficult to manage your feelings, or recognising recurring patterns of difficulties, or feel you could be living more fully. We all face challenging times in our lives when it can be hard to find our way. I offer professional, confidential counselling with warmth, understanding, sensitivity and respect for people of diverse identities and backgrounds. I aim to work with you in a safe, supportive way, without judgement, to build a trusting relationship, and explore the difficulties you face.
When emotional problems arise it can be difficult to know where to turn and pressures to cope can leave us isolated and desperate. There may be people around who offer their time but feelings of shame and fears can make it difficult to make use of them. It might be that there is no-one to speak to and problems originating in the past are getting in the way of you finding satisfaction in life. Traumas can remain unprocessed and present themselves in everyday life. Analytic psychotherapy is a way of exploring oneself and relationships to try to make sense of the patterns and issues that are blocking you.
When emotional problems arise it can be difficult to know where to turn and pressures to cope can leave us isolated and desperate. There may be people around who offer their time but feelings of shame and fears can make it difficult to make use of them. It might be that there is no-one to speak to and problems originating in the past are getting in the way of you finding satisfaction in life. Traumas can remain unprocessed and present themselves in everyday life. Analytic psychotherapy is a way of exploring oneself and relationships to try to make sense of the patterns and issues that are blocking you.
I'm Matt, a UKCP psychotherapist and NCPS counsellor with experience in the voluntary sector and private practice since 2011. If you are experiencing emotional or psychological difficulties, then I can be of help. I offer a safe, non-judgemental and confidential service. As a gestalt therapist I focus on developing your awareness of the issues or what troubles you that you wish to change. By helping you to more clearly identify patterns of your behaviour, thoughts and emotions, I aim to help in developing enough support and insight to make the changes or choices that, on your own, may have seemed elusive or impossible up until now.
I'm Matt, a UKCP psychotherapist and NCPS counsellor with experience in the voluntary sector and private practice since 2011. If you are experiencing emotional or psychological difficulties, then I can be of help. I offer a safe, non-judgemental and confidential service. As a gestalt therapist I focus on developing your awareness of the issues or what troubles you that you wish to change. By helping you to more clearly identify patterns of your behaviour, thoughts and emotions, I aim to help in developing enough support and insight to make the changes or choices that, on your own, may have seemed elusive or impossible up until now.
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How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behaviour therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.