Counselling in Birmingham
If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed, counselling can bring about positive change by working together to understand patterns that are keeping you stuck, and developing strategies to cope with challenges.
I work with issues including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationships, issues at college and work, stress and burnout, grief, anger, and neurodiversity. I am passionate about inclusion and I am neurodivergence and LGBTQIA+ affirming in my practice. I offer weekly, fortnightly and term-time only appointments.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed, counselling can bring about positive change by working together to understand patterns that are keeping you stuck, and developing strategies to cope with challenges.
I work with issues including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationships, issues at college and work, stress and burnout, grief, anger, and neurodiversity. I am passionate about inclusion and I am neurodivergence and LGBTQIA+ affirming in my practice. I offer weekly, fortnightly and term-time only appointments.
I am an experienced practitioner with specialisms in brief and medium term work for a variety of problems. If you are feeling low or anxious, struggling with your self-image and your place in the world and you aren't quite sure why things are going wrong for you then I may be able to help. I offer a warm, professional service where I do the best to meet the client as an individual and help them to find their own unique path to a better life. Please note: due to a change in circumstances I am not in a position to offer open ended work at present.
I am an experienced practitioner with specialisms in brief and medium term work for a variety of problems. If you are feeling low or anxious, struggling with your self-image and your place in the world and you aren't quite sure why things are going wrong for you then I may be able to help. I offer a warm, professional service where I do the best to meet the client as an individual and help them to find their own unique path to a better life. Please note: due to a change in circumstances I am not in a position to offer open ended work at present.
Are you looking for an empathetic, understanding and non-judgemental therapist? I can provide support around low mood, anxiety, addiction, or routine and issues with relationships. Do you want to improve this area of your life or have goals about changing your way of thinking? I work with clients who may have realised that their coping strategies, helpful or unhelpful, are no longer working and want to gain a deeper understanding of their thoughts, behaviours and feelings. They want to understand themself better and navigate their beliefs about themself, the world and others in a safe place, and I can support with this.
Are you looking for an empathetic, understanding and non-judgemental therapist? I can provide support around low mood, anxiety, addiction, or routine and issues with relationships. Do you want to improve this area of your life or have goals about changing your way of thinking? I work with clients who may have realised that their coping strategies, helpful or unhelpful, are no longer working and want to gain a deeper understanding of their thoughts, behaviours and feelings. They want to understand themself better and navigate their beliefs about themself, the world and others in a safe place, and I can support with this.
Have you ever felt as if you've been holding your breath for what feels like an eternity, desperately longing for that moment when you can finally let go, relax and exhale? Life experiences can evoke emotional responses in ways that are unique to each person.
Michaelia Counselling offers a therapeutic counselling service. I will provide the time and space for you to be you; provide emotional support and listen without judgement. The counselling will be tailored to your needs in a way that complements your presenting concerns and goals.
Have you ever felt as if you've been holding your breath for what feels like an eternity, desperately longing for that moment when you can finally let go, relax and exhale? Life experiences can evoke emotional responses in ways that are unique to each person.
Michaelia Counselling offers a therapeutic counselling service. I will provide the time and space for you to be you; provide emotional support and listen without judgement. The counselling will be tailored to your needs in a way that complements your presenting concerns and goals.
When Your Situation Is Complicated
Not everyone fits a standard clinical pathway. I help adults understand themselves through specialist autism assessment and trauma therapies.
When Your Situation Is Complicated
Not everyone fits a standard clinical pathway. I help adults understand themselves through specialist autism assessment and trauma therapies.
I work with both children & adults and have a keen interest in working with those who have experienced complex/relational trauma with or without self harming/suicidal behaviour. I work with a variety of mental health problems, such as anxiety and depression. I also work with couples experiencing difficulties in their relationship and work towards understanding the emotional conflicts, that result in the relationship being strained or likely to end without support. There is no one size fits all therapeutic approach and so I place importance on developing a shared understanding of what the core emotional issues are that impact you.
I work with both children & adults and have a keen interest in working with those who have experienced complex/relational trauma with or without self harming/suicidal behaviour. I work with a variety of mental health problems, such as anxiety and depression. I also work with couples experiencing difficulties in their relationship and work towards understanding the emotional conflicts, that result in the relationship being strained or likely to end without support. There is no one size fits all therapeutic approach and so I place importance on developing a shared understanding of what the core emotional issues are that impact you.
I am BACP Accredited with over 12 years of counselling experience, supporting people in the Prison Service, charities, NHS and Universities. I combine a Person Centred Approach with Somatic Trauma Psychotherapy to offer a therapeutic relationship that is able to be highly attuned, safe and adaptable to the varying needs of clients. I believe that depth of connection with ourselves and others is what allows for personal exploration and change, particularly in therapy. Therefore, I strive to provide the conditions that allow for us to have a strong working relationship based on understanding, acceptance and honesty.
I am BACP Accredited with over 12 years of counselling experience, supporting people in the Prison Service, charities, NHS and Universities. I combine a Person Centred Approach with Somatic Trauma Psychotherapy to offer a therapeutic relationship that is able to be highly attuned, safe and adaptable to the varying needs of clients. I believe that depth of connection with ourselves and others is what allows for personal exploration and change, particularly in therapy. Therefore, I strive to provide the conditions that allow for us to have a strong working relationship based on understanding, acceptance and honesty.
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.
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.
Hi! I'm Sarah and I specialise in Perinatal Mental Health. Did you know that in pregnancy, depression and anxiety are the most common mental health problems? In the first year after birth, around 15–20% of women experience depression and anxiety. I mostly support women during pregnancy and postpartum, as well as parents who have experienced baby loss, and the anxieties with pregnancy after loss. I also support women going through IVF treatment and fertility issues. I also support individuals with ADHD manage overwhelming symptoms. Perhaps you have a new diagnosis and want to better understand what it means for you?
Hi! I'm Sarah and I specialise in Perinatal Mental Health. Did you know that in pregnancy, depression and anxiety are the most common mental health problems? In the first year after birth, around 15–20% of women experience depression and anxiety. I mostly support women during pregnancy and postpartum, as well as parents who have experienced baby loss, and the anxieties with pregnancy after loss. I also support women going through IVF treatment and fertility issues. I also support individuals with ADHD manage overwhelming symptoms. Perhaps you have a new diagnosis and want to better understand what it means for you?
Do you feel stuck, lost and alone in life? Do you feel overwhelmed by your problems and struggle to understand why you feel so unhappy and unfulfilled? Do you worry about letting people get emotionally close to you and so tend to distance yourself from others? Yet then feel isolated and deeply unhappy? Have you always felt different or as though there was something wrong with you? Do you have a longing to understand yourself and feel an emotional connection with people in your life? I have worked with many people with these kinds of problems. It is likely that you experienced emotional neglect or trauma as a child.
Do you feel stuck, lost and alone in life? Do you feel overwhelmed by your problems and struggle to understand why you feel so unhappy and unfulfilled? Do you worry about letting people get emotionally close to you and so tend to distance yourself from others? Yet then feel isolated and deeply unhappy? Have you always felt different or as though there was something wrong with you? Do you have a longing to understand yourself and feel an emotional connection with people in your life? I have worked with many people with these kinds of problems. It is likely that you experienced emotional neglect or trauma as a child.
I am a skilled and experienced Chartered and Counselling Psychologist specialising in treating a variety of problems, with particular specialism and interest in working with you if you have: difficulties with trauma, anger, identity, feeling lost, relationship difficulties, if you are a digital nomad, feeling isolated, anxiety and work related stress. 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. My background as a mixed race Muslim female has influenced my position as an anti-oppressive and intersectional psychologist
I am a skilled and experienced Chartered and Counselling Psychologist specialising in treating a variety of problems, with particular specialism and interest in working with you if you have: difficulties with trauma, anger, identity, feeling lost, relationship difficulties, if you are a digital nomad, feeling isolated, anxiety and work related stress. 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. My background as a mixed race Muslim female has influenced my position as an anti-oppressive and intersectional psychologist
I am an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist who has completed 4 years of intensive training. I believe that increasing awareness of ourselves, our environment and how we interact with others can improve how we feel and can lead to change. My approach aims to get to the heart of the problem through exploration - whatever the problem may be. By building a trusting relationship and working together I can help you to feel more safe, access your resources and bring possibilities into your awareness. I have considerable experience working with anxiety, stress, shame, bereavement, depression, trauma and relationship issues.
I am an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist who has completed 4 years of intensive training. I believe that increasing awareness of ourselves, our environment and how we interact with others can improve how we feel and can lead to change. My approach aims to get to the heart of the problem through exploration - whatever the problem may be. By building a trusting relationship and working together I can help you to feel more safe, access your resources and bring possibilities into your awareness. I have considerable experience working with anxiety, stress, shame, bereavement, depression, trauma and relationship issues.
Welcome. My name is Terina. Therapy is a bit like a walk through a forest that we agree to go on together. We don't yet know what the experience will be like, where it will take us or what might come up and we can't determine the outcome - it is new and unknown for both of us. The important thing is, we do this walk together.
I can offer you my support, empathy and honesty and the space to explore anything that matters to you, without judgement.
Welcome. My name is Terina. Therapy is a bit like a walk through a forest that we agree to go on together. We don't yet know what the experience will be like, where it will take us or what might come up and we can't determine the outcome - it is new and unknown for both of us. The important thing is, we do this walk together.
I can offer you my support, empathy and honesty and the space to explore anything that matters to you, without judgement.
Many people today are successful in their careers but feel confused, disconnected or unfulfilled in their relationships. We are rarely taught the emotional skills required for healthy relationships, communication and genuine partnership.
As a psychotherapist, I help individuals and couples understand their emotional patterns, develop greater relational awareness, and build healthier, more secure connections. Therapy provides a safe and supportive space where you can explore your experiences, gain insight into yourself and move towards a more fulfilling and balanced life.
I work with individuals, couples and families.
Many people today are successful in their careers but feel confused, disconnected or unfulfilled in their relationships. We are rarely taught the emotional skills required for healthy relationships, communication and genuine partnership.
As a psychotherapist, I help individuals and couples understand their emotional patterns, develop greater relational awareness, and build healthier, more secure connections. Therapy provides a safe and supportive space where you can explore your experiences, gain insight into yourself and move towards a more fulfilling and balanced life.
I work with individuals, couples and families.
I am an integrative therapist committed to helping you identify your needs and find ways to meet them. I offer a space where you can begin to reconnect with yourself, especially if you’ve spent much of your time caring for others (such as loved ones who are affected by addiction or illness, or an adult child leaving home home).
I can support you in facing these or other challenges, where your own needs may have been pushed aside. Together, we gently explore your experience and support you in learning how to care for yourself as well as others.
I am an integrative therapist committed to helping you identify your needs and find ways to meet them. I offer a space where you can begin to reconnect with yourself, especially if you’ve spent much of your time caring for others (such as loved ones who are affected by addiction or illness, or an adult child leaving home home).
I can support you in facing these or other challenges, where your own needs may have been pushed aside. Together, we gently explore your experience and support you in learning how to care for yourself as well as others.
I have experience in working with people with anxiety, depression, issues surrounding grief, self-esteem and confidence. I also work with more specific issues such as those that arise from being part of the ‘sandwich generation’ as well as peri-menopause and menopause.
I have experience in working with people with anxiety, depression, issues surrounding grief, self-esteem and confidence. I also work with more specific issues such as those that arise from being part of the ‘sandwich generation’ as well as peri-menopause and menopause.
Hi I am Sheena. As an experienced Counsellor and Psychotherapist, I offer various therapeutic approaches to support you with the difficulties that you may be experiencing. The therapeutic approaches that I offer are short and long-term Integrative Counselling, CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), CFT (Compassion Focused Therapy) and EMDR (Eye Movement and Desensitisation Reprocessing). I have Accredited status with BACP (British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy) and BABCP (British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies).
Hi I am Sheena. As an experienced Counsellor and Psychotherapist, I offer various therapeutic approaches to support you with the difficulties that you may be experiencing. The therapeutic approaches that I offer are short and long-term Integrative Counselling, CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), CFT (Compassion Focused Therapy) and EMDR (Eye Movement and Desensitisation Reprocessing). I have Accredited status with BACP (British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy) and BABCP (British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies).
I am a counselling psychologist working in the NHS, a senior lecturer and EMDR Therapist with substantial experience working with individuals experiencing a range of psychological difficulties across several settings (e.g., private settings, third sector settings, primary and secondary mental health NHS settings and inpatient psychiatric hospitals).
Currently, I am only offering EMDR to individuals (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing). During sessions, I tend to draw on other approaches to develop the therapeutic relationship and enrich your skills and ability to navigate distressing experiences and emotions.
I am a counselling psychologist working in the NHS, a senior lecturer and EMDR Therapist with substantial experience working with individuals experiencing a range of psychological difficulties across several settings (e.g., private settings, third sector settings, primary and secondary mental health NHS settings and inpatient psychiatric hospitals).
Currently, I am only offering EMDR to individuals (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing). During sessions, I tend to draw on other approaches to develop the therapeutic relationship and enrich your skills and ability to navigate distressing experiences and emotions.
I come from a culture shaped by a tapestry of sounds and music — music that mirrors the rhythms of our lives as we grow older. When we listen with intention, it becomes a language of its own, expressing joy, connection, love, sorrow, and the moments that bind us together.
It often begins with closeness and harmony, then moves through distance and separation. At times we struggle to honour our own needs, losing our sense of direction. We become caught in our blind spots and forget how to return to the present moment — to the here and now.
I come from a culture shaped by a tapestry of sounds and music — music that mirrors the rhythms of our lives as we grow older. When we listen with intention, it becomes a language of its own, expressing joy, connection, love, sorrow, and the moments that bind us together.
It often begins with closeness and harmony, then moves through distance and separation. At times we struggle to honour our own needs, losing our sense of direction. We become caught in our blind spots and forget how to return to the present moment — to the here and now.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Birmingham
700+
Average cost per session
£61
Counsellors in Birmingham who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 87% | Depression |
| 84% | Self Esteem |
| 79% | Stress |
| 76% | Relationship Issues |
| 72% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 64% | Bereavement |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 74% | Aviva |
| 66% | AXA PPP |
| 62% | Bupa |
How Counsellors in Birmingham see their clients
| 64% | In Person and Online | |
| 36% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 72% | Female | |
| 27% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |