Autism Counselling in Bradford

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Arfeen Thomasina Afsar
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD5
Whether you’re grappling with grief, ADHD, autism, or the weight of caregiving responsibilities, I am here to walk alongside you, providing unwavering support and guidance.
Hello, i’m Arfeen a dedicated and compassionate fully qualified counsellor. I work with adults offering face to face and remote counselling. I have also trained as a grief counsellor. I’m here to offer you understanding and support, in a space where you can freely express your thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment—a space where your inner world is not only heard but truly understood. I firmly believe that within each individual lies the wisdom and strength to overcome life’s challenges. My role is not to dictate solutions but to empower you to discover your own answers and navigate your journey towards healing and growth.
Whether you’re grappling with grief, ADHD, autism, or the weight of caregiving responsibilities, I am here to walk alongside you, providing unwavering support and guidance.
Hello, i’m Arfeen a dedicated and compassionate fully qualified counsellor. I work with adults offering face to face and remote counselling. I have also trained as a grief counsellor. I’m here to offer you understanding and support, in a space where you can freely express your thoughts and emotions without fear of judgment—a space where your inner world is not only heard but truly understood. I firmly believe that within each individual lies the wisdom and strength to overcome life’s challenges. My role is not to dictate solutions but to empower you to discover your own answers and navigate your journey towards healing and growth.
0113 519 0522 View 0113 519 0522
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Lighthouse Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1  (Online Only)
I provide a wide range of psychological services that are catered to suit my clients’ needs. I am person centred, relational, integrative and creative practitioner- meaning that I am prepared to use a number of therapeutical approaches to meet your needs. Psychoeducation is deeply embedded in my practice, especially that teaching forms the foundation of my professional origin. I am continuously striving to learn new things and explore new ideas and approaches, always with my clients’ wellbeing and development in mind.
I provide a wide range of psychological services that are catered to suit my clients’ needs. I am person centred, relational, integrative and creative practitioner- meaning that I am prepared to use a number of therapeutical approaches to meet your needs. Psychoeducation is deeply embedded in my practice, especially that teaching forms the foundation of my professional origin. I am continuously striving to learn new things and explore new ideas and approaches, always with my clients’ wellbeing and development in mind.
0113 519 0459 View 0113 519 0459
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Jaymain Parkes
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bradford BD10
Your life experience is a valued part of our counselling relationship. So with that, and my experience as a counsellor, we have a great partnership to begin working on the situation that has brought you here today. The counselling relationship is confidential, and will allow you to safely address life issues and events that may feel overwhelming to navigate alone. Whether you have a specific issue in mind or just sense that something isn’t quite right and need help figuring it out, considering counselling is a significant step forward.
Your life experience is a valued part of our counselling relationship. So with that, and my experience as a counsellor, we have a great partnership to begin working on the situation that has brought you here today. The counselling relationship is confidential, and will allow you to safely address life issues and events that may feel overwhelming to navigate alone. Whether you have a specific issue in mind or just sense that something isn’t quite right and need help figuring it out, considering counselling is a significant step forward.
0113 519 9483 View 0113 519 9483
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Eleanor Sophie McKone
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bradford BD4
Hello, my name is Eleanor and I am a qualified counsellor/ psychotherapist for children, young people and adults. I provide an empathic, warm, non-judgemental space, where together we can explore what is going on for you. I am an integrative counsellor, whereby I use a range of methods to suit the clients needs, including talking therapy and play therapy. I am particularly interested in exploring attachment styles with my clients as I believe our early attachments can significantly shape the people that we become. I also have a keen interest and experience in working with neurodiversity.
Hello, my name is Eleanor and I am a qualified counsellor/ psychotherapist for children, young people and adults. I provide an empathic, warm, non-judgemental space, where together we can explore what is going on for you. I am an integrative counsellor, whereby I use a range of methods to suit the clients needs, including talking therapy and play therapy. I am particularly interested in exploring attachment styles with my clients as I believe our early attachments can significantly shape the people that we become. I also have a keen interest and experience in working with neurodiversity.
0113 519 1182 View 0113 519 1182
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Gary Wright
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bradford BD11
Some availability weekday evenings and Saturday morning. Easily accessible professional counselling service in south Leeds and Bradford areas. I work with an integrative approach that is tailored to your needs and unique circumstances. I will not judge you but will help you make sense of things and understand yourself better. I have over 30 years experience supporting people in overcoming their life challenges. Our work together will help you resolve complicated feelings, or find ways to live with them. We can work face to face, walk and talk, online or telephone- whatever feels right for you.
Some availability weekday evenings and Saturday morning. Easily accessible professional counselling service in south Leeds and Bradford areas. I work with an integrative approach that is tailored to your needs and unique circumstances. I will not judge you but will help you make sense of things and understand yourself better. I have over 30 years experience supporting people in overcoming their life challenges. Our work together will help you resolve complicated feelings, or find ways to live with them. We can work face to face, walk and talk, online or telephone- whatever feels right for you.
0113 519 4573 View 0113 519 4573
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Joshua Oliver Jake Corner
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Bradford BD4
We can all have times in our lives when we find things tough, we can feel overwhelmed and struggle to cope or we may feel dissatisfied with our lives. This is how counselling can help. ​ I offer a safe space where you can talk openly and privately about your problems, feelings and behaviours. We can build a therapeutic relationship based on trust and respect. It is a non judgmental space for you to speak about issues you face, that you may not feel comfortable to discuss with friends or family.
We can all have times in our lives when we find things tough, we can feel overwhelmed and struggle to cope or we may feel dissatisfied with our lives. This is how counselling can help. ​ I offer a safe space where you can talk openly and privately about your problems, feelings and behaviours. We can build a therapeutic relationship based on trust and respect. It is a non judgmental space for you to speak about issues you face, that you may not feel comfortable to discuss with friends or family.
0113 519 3167 View 0113 519 3167
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Gurchehn Singh
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1
My name is Gurchehn, I am a Counsellor/Psychotherapist. I offer therapy for anxiety, depression, low mood and relationship issues. I believe life can be a rollercoaster but within the challenges we face, we can have the ability to grow and develop. My background - I was born and raised in a traditional Punjabi household and have an understanding of cultural limitations. I found my passion supporting and empowering others whilst working as a case worker to support carers. I believe life can be a rollercoaster but within the challenges we face, we can have the ability to grow and develop.
My name is Gurchehn, I am a Counsellor/Psychotherapist. I offer therapy for anxiety, depression, low mood and relationship issues. I believe life can be a rollercoaster but within the challenges we face, we can have the ability to grow and develop. My background - I was born and raised in a traditional Punjabi household and have an understanding of cultural limitations. I found my passion supporting and empowering others whilst working as a case worker to support carers. I believe life can be a rollercoaster but within the challenges we face, we can have the ability to grow and develop.
0113 519 5366 View 0113 519 5366
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Lucy Rushworth Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD15
Hello my name is Lucy and I am a Therapeutic Counsellor. Thank you for taking time to read about counselling with me. Life can be a complicated story with challenges and events which affect how we feel, our behaviours and how we live our lives. Whether you are struggling with issues now or are wanting to unpick and understand past events, considering and trying to deal with this alone can feel overwhelming, and that's where I am able to help.
Hello my name is Lucy and I am a Therapeutic Counsellor. Thank you for taking time to read about counselling with me. Life can be a complicated story with challenges and events which affect how we feel, our behaviours and how we live our lives. Whether you are struggling with issues now or are wanting to unpick and understand past events, considering and trying to deal with this alone can feel overwhelming, and that's where I am able to help.
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Anjum Shah
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD2  (Online Only)
I am an accredited psychotherapist who works with people who want to take the time to develop a deep understanding of themselves, & build the skills & insight that will support them to live a better life. In therapy sessions, we will spend time understanding your current problems and figure out how they came about to look at long term solutions. My approach to the work is a blend of psychodynamic, CBT & EMDR.
I am an accredited psychotherapist who works with people who want to take the time to develop a deep understanding of themselves, & build the skills & insight that will support them to live a better life. In therapy sessions, we will spend time understanding your current problems and figure out how they came about to look at long term solutions. My approach to the work is a blend of psychodynamic, CBT & EMDR.
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Sarah Thompson
Psychologist, FMBPsS
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1
Hi my name is Sarah. I work with children in schools and at our counselling suites . My focus when working with children is to find a way to work with them to help with all of their areas of difficulty, from emotional to school and the variety of difficulties they can experience. I find that children and young people feel most comfortable when they have routine, so the children will always have the same time and day each week, this helps build rapport. I specialise in inclusive therapies which means I can use a variety of techniques which will best support each child individually. From behaviour, emotion, to social difficulties,
Hi my name is Sarah. I work with children in schools and at our counselling suites . My focus when working with children is to find a way to work with them to help with all of their areas of difficulty, from emotional to school and the variety of difficulties they can experience. I find that children and young people feel most comfortable when they have routine, so the children will always have the same time and day each week, this helps build rapport. I specialise in inclusive therapies which means I can use a variety of techniques which will best support each child individually. From behaviour, emotion, to social difficulties,
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Kiran Kaur
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1
Hi my name is Kiran, I am a British born fully qualified multilingual counsellor. I have 18 years experience of working in an educational environment and 12 yrs of Counselling experience. I have a good understanding of daily stresses which can cause people anxieties and other health issues. I provide counselling sessions for issues listed above and more. I am able to offer Counselling in English, Punjabi, Hindi & Urdu I believe counselling is a joint venture between the client and counsellor, this relationship is fundamentally important to allow you to experience growth and change, that we all go through in our lifetime.
Hi my name is Kiran, I am a British born fully qualified multilingual counsellor. I have 18 years experience of working in an educational environment and 12 yrs of Counselling experience. I have a good understanding of daily stresses which can cause people anxieties and other health issues. I provide counselling sessions for issues listed above and more. I am able to offer Counselling in English, Punjabi, Hindi & Urdu I believe counselling is a joint venture between the client and counsellor, this relationship is fundamentally important to allow you to experience growth and change, that we all go through in our lifetime.
0113 467 9505 View 0113 467 9505
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Andrea Smith
Verified Verified
Bradford BD13
I am a Play therapist who works primarily with children aged 4 to 12. Children often show their need for help through their behaviour. They may be struggling to form friends, getting into trouble at school, falling behind in their learning etc. There are many reasons a child may benefit from therapy. These may include abuse, domestic violence, loss of a loved one (including a pet), bullying, divorce, illness. You may not even know why the child is struggling, just that they are. By the end of therapy I hope that the child will feel happier in themselves and will have developed more resiliance to be able to manage future events.
I am a Play therapist who works primarily with children aged 4 to 12. Children often show their need for help through their behaviour. They may be struggling to form friends, getting into trouble at school, falling behind in their learning etc. There are many reasons a child may benefit from therapy. These may include abuse, domestic violence, loss of a loved one (including a pet), bullying, divorce, illness. You may not even know why the child is struggling, just that they are. By the end of therapy I hope that the child will feel happier in themselves and will have developed more resiliance to be able to manage future events.
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Mynd Care Psychotherapies Limited
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1  (Online Only)
Mynd Care Psychotherapies offers individualised, goal orientated Psychotherapy services such as counselling, couple's therapy for depression, CBT and EMDR. We work with all anxiety disorders, PTSD and depression. We have a diverse group of staff that can cater for people from all diverse backgrounds. We particularly encourage you to come forward if you are seeking therapy that is culturally and religiously sensitive, as this is an area of expertise and experience with the staff at our service. We offer therapy un numerous languages!
Mynd Care Psychotherapies offers individualised, goal orientated Psychotherapy services such as counselling, couple's therapy for depression, CBT and EMDR. We work with all anxiety disorders, PTSD and depression. We have a diverse group of staff that can cater for people from all diverse backgrounds. We particularly encourage you to come forward if you are seeking therapy that is culturally and religiously sensitive, as this is an area of expertise and experience with the staff at our service. We offer therapy un numerous languages!
0121 387 6409 View 0121 387 6409
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Hamed Rehman CBT Ltd
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1
I am an experienced CBT therapist with 8 plus years of experience in both private practise and NHS. I work with a range of disorders using CBT techniques, including PTSD (complex also), Depression, Anxiety disorders such as OCD Social Anxiety, Health Anxiety, Worry and Specific Phobias. Additionally I have a special interest in working with people from BAME communities, to provide culturally sensitive therapy and overcome the stigma in the communities in regards to mental health.
I am an experienced CBT therapist with 8 plus years of experience in both private practise and NHS. I work with a range of disorders using CBT techniques, including PTSD (complex also), Depression, Anxiety disorders such as OCD Social Anxiety, Health Anxiety, Worry and Specific Phobias. Additionally I have a special interest in working with people from BAME communities, to provide culturally sensitive therapy and overcome the stigma in the communities in regards to mental health.
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Anna Critsinelis
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bradford BD1
Does your teen struggle with identifying their emotions and constantly irrational and angry which affects building and maintaining relationships? They need a safe space to creatively work through identifying their feelings to unpick why they feel regularly frustrated. Would you like them to feel calm and able to cope to everyday school stressors, or bigger worries including social media, navigating friendships, starting a new school or exams. Is there constant threat of detentions or conflict with peers, teachers or authority. Do you wonder if life can be more harmonious, understanding with happier moments.
Does your teen struggle with identifying their emotions and constantly irrational and angry which affects building and maintaining relationships? They need a safe space to creatively work through identifying their feelings to unpick why they feel regularly frustrated. Would you like them to feel calm and able to cope to everyday school stressors, or bigger worries including social media, navigating friendships, starting a new school or exams. Is there constant threat of detentions or conflict with peers, teachers or authority. Do you wonder if life can be more harmonious, understanding with happier moments.
0113 519 5196 View 0113 519 5196
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Dr Samuel Holah
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bradford BD1
I am a HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist currently working in the NHS and private sector. I have a range of experience in offering expert psychological assessment and therapy to adults and children with mental health difficulties.
I am a HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist currently working in the NHS and private sector. I have a range of experience in offering expert psychological assessment and therapy to adults and children with mental health difficulties.
01937 227314 View 01937 227314
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Nea Clark
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bradford BD1
I support couples and individual to resolve life and relationship difficulties. To raise self confidence, self esteem and manage relationships impacted by current changes. I provide support for ADHD clients, if you feel last in yourself, lonely, feeling overwhelmed and trying to find how to coop in the present. If you experience heightened anxiety, overloaded mind, fear of the future. Working together will help to normalize the situation, strengthen your resilience, unlock resourcefulness and confidence. Develop and practice strategies to coop with current challenges, manage your feelings and behaviour. Find balance and contentment.
I support couples and individual to resolve life and relationship difficulties. To raise self confidence, self esteem and manage relationships impacted by current changes. I provide support for ADHD clients, if you feel last in yourself, lonely, feeling overwhelmed and trying to find how to coop in the present. If you experience heightened anxiety, overloaded mind, fear of the future. Working together will help to normalize the situation, strengthen your resilience, unlock resourcefulness and confidence. Develop and practice strategies to coop with current challenges, manage your feelings and behaviour. Find balance and contentment.
0113 467 9038 View 0113 467 9038
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Lizzie Sagar
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD13
I offer an empathic, safe and honest space for you to explore whatever you bring and whatever you discover. It’s your journey, my job is to be at your side as you make it. I am qualified in Integrative counselling and psychotherapy and Gestalt counselling. This all means I am skilled at working in a variety of styles and at finding the best fit for you.
I offer an empathic, safe and honest space for you to explore whatever you bring and whatever you discover. It’s your journey, my job is to be at your side as you make it. I am qualified in Integrative counselling and psychotherapy and Gestalt counselling. This all means I am skilled at working in a variety of styles and at finding the best fit for you.
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Nosheen Akhtar
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1
Hello, and welcome to my page. I am an experienced counsellor specialising in relationships for couples and individuals. I am a registered member of the BACP and COSRT. I offer sessions online and face to face in my office in Huddersfield. I understand it can be daunting speaking to someone about things which are difficult to talk about, you may not know where to begin. This is why I suggest an introductory call for individuals, and the first session free for couples, so that I can get a good understanding of what brings you to counselling , and you can get an understanding of how I work. Get in touch today, via call, text or email.
Hello, and welcome to my page. I am an experienced counsellor specialising in relationships for couples and individuals. I am a registered member of the BACP and COSRT. I offer sessions online and face to face in my office in Huddersfield. I understand it can be daunting speaking to someone about things which are difficult to talk about, you may not know where to begin. This is why I suggest an introductory call for individuals, and the first session free for couples, so that I can get a good understanding of what brings you to counselling , and you can get an understanding of how I work. Get in touch today, via call, text or email.
01484 627164 View 01484 627164
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Abeda Aswat
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1
Do you struggle with managing your mental health? Is it making you feel stuck and overwhelmed? I offer a safe, confidential and respectful environment to help you explore your issues. Seeking therapy can be scary and it takes courage to make the first step. With my support, you can take those steps and build on the changes you want. I provide a confidential, non-judgemental, empathic approach for you to explore these feelings, tailoring that approach in order for you to reach a better place in your life.
Do you struggle with managing your mental health? Is it making you feel stuck and overwhelmed? I offer a safe, confidential and respectful environment to help you explore your issues. Seeking therapy can be scary and it takes courage to make the first step. With my support, you can take those steps and build on the changes you want. I provide a confidential, non-judgemental, empathic approach for you to explore these feelings, tailoring that approach in order for you to reach a better place in your life.
0113 733 7852 View 0113 733 7852
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Autism Counsellors

What is the most effective treatment for autism?

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.

How does ABA work?

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.

How does treatment for autism work?

Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.

How long does therapy for autism take?

Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.