Counselling for Seniors in Bramhope
Hi, my name is Juna Brookes, I am a BACP-accredited counsellor and qualified EMDR Therapist for adults, children, and teenagers in Horsforth, Leeds.
I specialize in Trauma/PTSD, phobias, and anxiety treatments. I help my clients to let go and be free of the traumatic incidents in their past.
Hi, my name is Juna Brookes, I am a BACP-accredited counsellor and qualified EMDR Therapist for adults, children, and teenagers in Horsforth, Leeds.
I specialize in Trauma/PTSD, phobias, and anxiety treatments. I help my clients to let go and be free of the traumatic incidents in their past.
Taking the first step to seeing a Counsellor can feel really hard. Perhaps you are wondering how it could help, feeling like maybe your problems don’t qualify, or maybe they feel so big that you don’t know where to start. Have you have been trying to talk to friends or family about it but feel like they are not really listening? Or do people just want to give you advice? Being truly listened to can make the world of difference; being really heard. I know from experience that this can give us the courage to work through the things we haven’t been able to face on our own.
Taking the first step to seeing a Counsellor can feel really hard. Perhaps you are wondering how it could help, feeling like maybe your problems don’t qualify, or maybe they feel so big that you don’t know where to start. Have you have been trying to talk to friends or family about it but feel like they are not really listening? Or do people just want to give you advice? Being truly listened to can make the world of difference; being really heard. I know from experience that this can give us the courage to work through the things we haven’t been able to face on our own.
Often anxieties and difficulties can weigh us down and we are unable to find a way forward. Perhaps you experience intrusive anxious thoughts or that inner critic is just too loud and holds you back. Or perhaps past trauma feels all too present and you are still dictates how your mind and body react today. Maybe you keep repeating the same unhelpful behaviour again and again. Our thoughts and feelings can be confusing and talking to friends and relatives may be too difficult. I provide a safe, respectful space in which you can explore your difficulties, gain insight and discover a way forward.
Often anxieties and difficulties can weigh us down and we are unable to find a way forward. Perhaps you experience intrusive anxious thoughts or that inner critic is just too loud and holds you back. Or perhaps past trauma feels all too present and you are still dictates how your mind and body react today. Maybe you keep repeating the same unhelpful behaviour again and again. Our thoughts and feelings can be confusing and talking to friends and relatives may be too difficult. I provide a safe, respectful space in which you can explore your difficulties, gain insight and discover a way forward.
Is ignoring your problems until your body crashes your current strategy? If you’re a high-achieving perfectionist, dealing with chronic health issues, or healing from trauma, I get it. I’m Kelly. I help clients who are tired of white-knuckling through life and are done with toxic positivity.
We work as partners to dissect how your brain tricks you into believing your worst thoughts. Rolling up our sleeves together, we combine science-backed strategies with a dose of humour to help you untangle deep-rooted trauma, manage long-term illness, and finally make the difficult but rewarding changes needed to reclaim your life.
Is ignoring your problems until your body crashes your current strategy? If you’re a high-achieving perfectionist, dealing with chronic health issues, or healing from trauma, I get it. I’m Kelly. I help clients who are tired of white-knuckling through life and are done with toxic positivity.
We work as partners to dissect how your brain tricks you into believing your worst thoughts. Rolling up our sleeves together, we combine science-backed strategies with a dose of humour to help you untangle deep-rooted trauma, manage long-term illness, and finally make the difficult but rewarding changes needed to reclaim your life.
I want clients to feel at ease, so arts, fidget toys and creative projects are welcome in the space. I think a sense of humour in therapy is beneficial too.
I work with individuals aged 16+ who may be finding life, certain relationships or events overwhelming.
Young adults on the brink of life transitions such as leaving school, starting college, going to University or starting work can find the change of identity causing emotional distress. You may need some extra support to find new coping strategies to manage.
You could be feeling your health has changed for the worse and confused by a lack of understanding.
I want clients to feel at ease, so arts, fidget toys and creative projects are welcome in the space. I think a sense of humour in therapy is beneficial too.
I work with individuals aged 16+ who may be finding life, certain relationships or events overwhelming.
Young adults on the brink of life transitions such as leaving school, starting college, going to University or starting work can find the change of identity causing emotional distress. You may need some extra support to find new coping strategies to manage.
You could be feeling your health has changed for the worse and confused by a lack of understanding.
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So you want to move on from the past and let go, gain some mental clarity, independence and freedom, find contentment and meaning. You’re struggling with questions like; Who am I? What’s the point? Why am I so unhappy? How do I change? I can help you find out who you are, where you’re going, find purpose, learn to live again, assert yourself in difficult relationships. Face and deal with that difficult stuff you’ve been avoiding that won’t let go of you. I've helped many people get over depression and anxiety, bereavement and problems at work.
So you want to move on from the past and let go, gain some mental clarity, independence and freedom, find contentment and meaning. You’re struggling with questions like; Who am I? What’s the point? Why am I so unhappy? How do I change? I can help you find out who you are, where you’re going, find purpose, learn to live again, assert yourself in difficult relationships. Face and deal with that difficult stuff you’ve been avoiding that won’t let go of you. I've helped many people get over depression and anxiety, bereavement and problems at work.
I help adults overcome trauma, coercive control, OCD and relationship difficulties. Specialising in trauma, coercive control recovery, OCD and EMDR for adults seeking long-term change.
I'm Lucy, a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with over 15 years experience using CBT, ACT, DBT and EMDR I help you break free from patterns that keep you stuck. Clients describe my style as calm, compassionate and focused-creating a safe space to explore painful experiences and building lasting change. I offer face to face and online therapy across Stockton-on-Tees, Yarm, Harrogate, Durham and Jesmond.
I help adults overcome trauma, coercive control, OCD and relationship difficulties. Specialising in trauma, coercive control recovery, OCD and EMDR for adults seeking long-term change.
I'm Lucy, a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with over 15 years experience using CBT, ACT, DBT and EMDR I help you break free from patterns that keep you stuck. Clients describe my style as calm, compassionate and focused-creating a safe space to explore painful experiences and building lasting change. I offer face to face and online therapy across Stockton-on-Tees, Yarm, Harrogate, Durham and Jesmond.
Has life has started to feel heavy, overwhelming, or confusing?… you’re not alone, and you don’t have to navigate it alone. Many of the people I work with come to me because their thoughts won’t slow down, their relationships feel strained, or they’re tired of carrying stress that no one else seems to see. If that sounds familiar, I’m here to support you—gently, respectfully, and at your pace
Has life has started to feel heavy, overwhelming, or confusing?… you’re not alone, and you don’t have to navigate it alone. Many of the people I work with come to me because their thoughts won’t slow down, their relationships feel strained, or they’re tired of carrying stress that no one else seems to see. If that sounds familiar, I’m here to support you—gently, respectfully, and at your pace
Through therapy we can explore your relationship with food and body image as you find freedom and self acceptance from distress related to eating, food, weight, weight stigma and body image issues. I understand the links between disordered eating and neurodivergence so adapt my approach to meet the needs of neurodivergent clients.
Through therapy we can explore your relationship with food and body image as you find freedom and self acceptance from distress related to eating, food, weight, weight stigma and body image issues. I understand the links between disordered eating and neurodivergence so adapt my approach to meet the needs of neurodivergent clients.
If you've ever said to yourself: "I know I keep repeating the same patterns... but I don’t know how to stop." you are not alone. Knowing why we struggle is only half the battle; healing happens when we learn to do things differently. It is exhausting to have full insight yet stay stuck in the same relational loops.
As a Relational Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, I offer a steady, safe pair of hands to hold these complex dynamics. We won't just analyze your past—we’ll use our relationship to explore your nervous system, use creative reflection, and gently bridge the gap to true emotional change.
If you've ever said to yourself: "I know I keep repeating the same patterns... but I don’t know how to stop." you are not alone. Knowing why we struggle is only half the battle; healing happens when we learn to do things differently. It is exhausting to have full insight yet stay stuck in the same relational loops.
As a Relational Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, I offer a steady, safe pair of hands to hold these complex dynamics. We won't just analyze your past—we’ll use our relationship to explore your nervous system, use creative reflection, and gently bridge the gap to true emotional change.
I believe people respond best when they feel seen, heard and understood. My approach is integrative (which is therapist speak for a bit of this and a bit of that - depending on what is likely to be useful) but the client (you) is always the best expert on themselves. I don’t assume there is a right way for a person to "Do Therapy" and adapt my approach to the needs and goals of each person I work with - but always working with curiosity, integrity and care.
Whether you're anxious, angry, burnt out experiencing loss or just need someone to talk to, you are accepted, just as you are with me.
I believe people respond best when they feel seen, heard and understood. My approach is integrative (which is therapist speak for a bit of this and a bit of that - depending on what is likely to be useful) but the client (you) is always the best expert on themselves. I don’t assume there is a right way for a person to "Do Therapy" and adapt my approach to the needs and goals of each person I work with - but always working with curiosity, integrity and care.
Whether you're anxious, angry, burnt out experiencing loss or just need someone to talk to, you are accepted, just as you are with me.
Life can be so challenging when you're struggling - You may be doing your best to navigate your way through a difficult and traumatic life event or be struggling with past experiences, feeling low or a bit lost. Perhaps you are overwhelmed with anxiety or have behavioural patterns that you just can't seem to break the pattern of. During these times, the future can be so very difficult to see, even the next step ahead can become unclear. You don't need to struggle alone anymore. This is your first step towards feeling better and I am so glad you are here. Something will grow from all you are going through and it will be YOU.
Life can be so challenging when you're struggling - You may be doing your best to navigate your way through a difficult and traumatic life event or be struggling with past experiences, feeling low or a bit lost. Perhaps you are overwhelmed with anxiety or have behavioural patterns that you just can't seem to break the pattern of. During these times, the future can be so very difficult to see, even the next step ahead can become unclear. You don't need to struggle alone anymore. This is your first step towards feeling better and I am so glad you are here. Something will grow from all you are going through and it will be YOU.
ONLINE: Therapy for those who feel stuck, overwhelmed or misunderstood
I am a Chartered and Registered Psychologist with over 20 years’ experience. I work with individuals who may appear strong on the outside but internally carry stress, shame or a sense of feeling “stuck.” You may have coped alone for a long time, or felt misunderstood in past therapy. I offer a calm, safe space to explore complex feelings and patterns — especially for those who find it hard to trust or fear judgement, and who want to understand themselves more deeply, not just ‘cope’. Therapy here is not about perfection — it’s about honest transformation.
ONLINE: Therapy for those who feel stuck, overwhelmed or misunderstood
I am a Chartered and Registered Psychologist with over 20 years’ experience. I work with individuals who may appear strong on the outside but internally carry stress, shame or a sense of feeling “stuck.” You may have coped alone for a long time, or felt misunderstood in past therapy. I offer a calm, safe space to explore complex feelings and patterns — especially for those who find it hard to trust or fear judgement, and who want to understand themselves more deeply, not just ‘cope’. Therapy here is not about perfection — it’s about honest transformation.
My role, as a psychodynamic therapist, is to provide an environment that is confidential and safe. This is why I do what I do. I provide an outside perspective to help you understand how your past influences present behaviours; your use of defences to avoid reality and awareness of how unconscious reoccurrence operates in your life. With your assistance my aim is to develop different strategies in making better choices to existing problems and explore beliefs of past feelings, memories. This doesn’t mean all your life is broken, but certain grey areas compromising the relationships you’re having with self and others.
My role, as a psychodynamic therapist, is to provide an environment that is confidential and safe. This is why I do what I do. I provide an outside perspective to help you understand how your past influences present behaviours; your use of defences to avoid reality and awareness of how unconscious reoccurrence operates in your life. With your assistance my aim is to develop different strategies in making better choices to existing problems and explore beliefs of past feelings, memories. This doesn’t mean all your life is broken, but certain grey areas compromising the relationships you’re having with self and others.
Perhaps you've spent years wondering why you react the way you do, why relationships feel difficult, or why you're so hard on yourself. I believe our struggles make sense in the context of our experiences. I help people who have felt unsafe, criticised, or emotionally neglected. Together we'll begin to understand what has happened and how those experiences continue to shape your life today. At The Compassionate Therapy Space, you'll be met with warmth, curiosity and compassion, without judgement. You won't be expected to talk about anything before you're ready. We'll work together at a pace that feels right for you.
Perhaps you've spent years wondering why you react the way you do, why relationships feel difficult, or why you're so hard on yourself. I believe our struggles make sense in the context of our experiences. I help people who have felt unsafe, criticised, or emotionally neglected. Together we'll begin to understand what has happened and how those experiences continue to shape your life today. At The Compassionate Therapy Space, you'll be met with warmth, curiosity and compassion, without judgement. You won't be expected to talk about anything before you're ready. We'll work together at a pace that feels right for you.
I am a therapist specializing in Relational Therapy.
You may find that you are currently feeling stuck or at a crossroads. That communication has broken down. It could be a specific issue you are seeking help with or it can involve deep emotional wounds from the past. Relational therapy has the potential to make a difference.
I am there as a therapist to facilitate a collaborative process. I provide a neutral space to talk things through in a deep and impactful way.
I am a therapist specializing in Relational Therapy.
You may find that you are currently feeling stuck or at a crossroads. That communication has broken down. It could be a specific issue you are seeking help with or it can involve deep emotional wounds from the past. Relational therapy has the potential to make a difference.
I am there as a therapist to facilitate a collaborative process. I provide a neutral space to talk things through in a deep and impactful way.
I'm Andy and as a qualified person-centred counsellor, I strongly believe we all have the ability to navigate life's challenges by drawing on our own experience and capabilities. My role is to invite clients to explore whatever they choose in order to gain a deeper understanding of how it's impacting them, enabling them to create positive change. I do this through actively listening and offering useful reflections of themes I may notice, including any changes over time. I ask clients questions that encourage them to think about their experiences in new ways and never judge or lead anyone into talking about something uncomfortable.
I'm Andy and as a qualified person-centred counsellor, I strongly believe we all have the ability to navigate life's challenges by drawing on our own experience and capabilities. My role is to invite clients to explore whatever they choose in order to gain a deeper understanding of how it's impacting them, enabling them to create positive change. I do this through actively listening and offering useful reflections of themes I may notice, including any changes over time. I ask clients questions that encourage them to think about their experiences in new ways and never judge or lead anyone into talking about something uncomfortable.
ADHD & Autism Specialist Psychotherapist, ADHD Coach and Clinical Director of Neurodivergent Solutions.
As an Autistic and ADHD adult, I combine professional expertise with lived experience to support neurodivergent people struggling with anxiety, trauma, masking, emotional dysregulation, rejection sensitivity, low self-esteem, identity and burnout.
I provide ADHD assessments, psychotherapy and coaching to help clients understand themselves, build confidence and thrive.
ADHD & Autism Specialist Psychotherapist, ADHD Coach and Clinical Director of Neurodivergent Solutions.
As an Autistic and ADHD adult, I combine professional expertise with lived experience to support neurodivergent people struggling with anxiety, trauma, masking, emotional dysregulation, rejection sensitivity, low self-esteem, identity and burnout.
I provide ADHD assessments, psychotherapy and coaching to help clients understand themselves, build confidence and thrive.
Hello, I am Tania. I am a Clinical Psychologist working within the private sector and a third sector organisation. I also have previous experience in the NHS. My aim is to provide a warm, compassionate space where you can feel safe to be yourself and your experiences can be explored without judgement. I have experience working with people with various difficulties, such as managing long-term health conditions (e.g. cancer, stroke), going through palliative care, anxiety/health anxiety, low mood, stress and bereavement. I also have experience working with caregivers and supporting them through the challenges of this role.
Hello, I am Tania. I am a Clinical Psychologist working within the private sector and a third sector organisation. I also have previous experience in the NHS. My aim is to provide a warm, compassionate space where you can feel safe to be yourself and your experiences can be explored without judgement. I have experience working with people with various difficulties, such as managing long-term health conditions (e.g. cancer, stroke), going through palliative care, anxiety/health anxiety, low mood, stress and bereavement. I also have experience working with caregivers and supporting them through the challenges of this role.
Finding the right therapist for counselling in itself can be a journey so thank you for taking the time to look through what I can offer you. I offer face to face sessions from my room in Wakefield and I can also offer telephone counselling. Please feel free to e mail me for any more information or to book a free initial assessment.
Finding the right therapist for counselling in itself can be a journey so thank you for taking the time to look through what I can offer you. I offer face to face sessions from my room in Wakefield and I can also offer telephone counselling. Please feel free to e mail me for any more information or to book a free initial assessment.
FAQ - About Therapy for Seniors
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.
How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.
How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.
What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.