Adoption Counselling in Carlisle

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Photo of Alicia Walton, Art Therapist in Carlisle, England
Alicia Walton
Art Therapist, MA
Verified
Verified
Art Therapy is an effective way to address personal challenges and develop self understanding, confidence and compassion. It is suitable for all ages and abilities and no art skills are needed to engage with the process. I encourage clients to make use of the materials provided during sessions which can help to externalise and visualise emotions which can be difficult or impossible to express in words. This can enable clients to reflect and process things which they may not even be aware are holding them back.
0117 463 0898
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Carlisle CA3
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Deborah Pennington
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I’m an experienced and qualified Person-Centred Counsellor / Psychotherapist. As your counsellor I offer a safe, respectful space for you, where you can explore personal issues and emotions, within a gentle and warm approach. It may be that you are feeling anxious or stressed and would like to explore these in order to move towards a feeling of emotional well being. Perhaps you might want to talk about difficulties at work, with family, personal relationships or sexual difficulties. Counselling can support you to find the resilience to work through these with courage and to find coping methods.
01228 830550
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Carlisle CA3
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Minds And Bodies
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi. I’m Angela (She/her) and I’m an integrative, trauma informed therapist. You might be here because you’re feeling lost, lonely, sad or ashamed. You might want to make sense of what you’re experiencing or feeling or you might be in search of a compassionate witness to your story. Whether it’s support in healing from past trauma or dealing with what’s going on in your life right now I can provide a space for you to explore and respectfully accompany you on your unique journey. If required I can equip you with tools, techniques and coping strategies to use outside of the session when things are difficult.
01728 448686
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Carlisle CA2
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Tanya Weston: Cognitive Behaviour Therapist
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
You have landed on this page and already taken the first step to improving your mental wellbeing.Are you exhausted battling with symptoms of poor mental health, whilst trying to function in business, relationships and life. I will give you a clear line of sight to enable you to actively engage in values that are important to you. Reflecting on life events of the past, the impact on the present and helping you shape the future. Change is possible, you just need to feel ready, show up and be willing to face those difficult thoughts and feelings.
01665 661690
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Carlisle CA1
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Gavin John Greig
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Gavin Greig Dip.Couns MBACP Registered Counsellor / Psychotherapist / Supervisor. I am very aware that considering starting with a Counsellor is a daunting prospect. Please do not worry, I will be there to listen and support you through whatever it is you are going through. I will provide a safe confidential, non-judgemental space where you can talk through the issues which are causing you trouble. I would like you to be as comfortable as possible. I am offering face to face at my Silloth address. Along on line hours via zoom, and of course standard telephone counselling if preferred.
01234 982543
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Carlisle CA1
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Online Therapists

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Rosana Vieira Roy
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified
Verified
One area of experience and special interest for me is attachment which affects all of us, as well as trauma and the experience of adoption .
I offer a confidential, safe space and time for clients to explore any concerns or problems they are experiencing. During our sessions you will have the opportunity to discuss whatever issues you are struggling with in order to reach a deeper understanding of yourself, others and the world around you, and most crucially to identify anything that you may wish to change and work towards your goals. Together in our sessions, I will work sensitively so as to strengthen and empower you in the here-and-now to deal with recent events, on-going or long-standing issues that may have been surfaced in your life.
01642 967496
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Redcar TS10
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Kerrie McCabe
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
I have experience of working with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, anger, bereavement, post-traumatic stress disorder, adoption , family dynamics, attachment issues and relationship difficulties.
Hello, and a very warm welcome. My name is Kerrie, and I am a qualified Counsellor. I am a member of The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and adhere to their code of ethics. Counselling allows you to discuss any problems and difficult feelings you are experiencing in a relaxed, safe, and confidential environment. The Counselling process gives you the opportunity to talk about your problems enabling you to develop an understanding and insight into your thoughts, feelings, behaviors and issues. A plan of action may be looked at to either help you resolve your issues or help you to find ways of coping.
01642 988107
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Stockton-on-Tees TS20
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Lyndsey Waugh
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Verified
My particular area of interest and expertise is Trauma, Personality Disorders, Anxiety, Adoption , Depression, Sexual Issues, Therapeutic Parenting as well as Training Counselling Therapeutic Skills.
I am a professionally qualified psychotherapist, supervisor and trainer. Establishing in private practice in 2013, with private practices in Gosforth and Monkseaton. My knowledge and skills have developed through my psychotherapeutic work in private practice, I will share this knowledge with you where it would be helpful, to enable you to develop tools to use in everyday life beyond therapy. I’m particularly proud of my track record over the last nearly 10 years as a Psychotherapist & in practice, I consider myself friendly and warming, my passion, innovative ideas and solutions particularly around psycho-education with and adults.
0191 743 9785
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Newcastle upon Tyne NE3
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Cathie Hutchison
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I have experienced life's challenges including redundancy, adoption , depression and anxiety and cancer.
I have worked with individuals and couples bringing a varied range of issues from relationship breakdowns, anxiety, stress, depression, childhood emotional neglect, childhood abuse, confidence and self esteem issues, life transitions, bereavement, chronic ill health. I get deep satisfaction watching clients work through their issues and develop new coping strategies and tools. I love to see them leave at the end of the work smiling and content. Some even say that getting there is fun as well as satisfying. Let's get to work getting you what you want!
01620 674972
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Musselburgh EH21
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Darren Gallagher
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have specialist experience of working with loss, separation pre-bereavement and bereavement; stress; anxiety; attachment; low mood; self-esteem; grief; anger; domestic abuse; care experienced; adoption ; neurodiversity; gender; sexuality and relationships.
Hi, I’m, a registered psychotherapeutic counsellor (MBACP) with a specialism of working with children, young people and adult clients. I have over twenty years’ experience working creatively with children and families within different settings, such as schools, hospices, charities, clinical settings, LAC teams and in the community – Like Violet Oaklander says ‘Play can be a serious business’. I am a humanistic, ‘integrative’ practitioner, so I use different methods and approaches to develop a warm, friendly relationship based on individual needs, respect and accepting the person as a whole – in other words - ‘I’m Ok – You’re Ok’.
01325 808515
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Darlington DL1
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Andrea Webb
PsychD
Having lived experience of difficult times, adultery, single parent, relationship difficulties, adoption , menopause and addiction issues.
Counselling and CBT psychotherapist. High success rate in outcomes for clients. A professional approach with a warm and caring manner. always putting your needs first. Providing a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment working together to gain insight into the less conscious aspects of your thinking, behaviour and feelings. I offer focused counselling and psychotherapy where we can work together to explore deeper rooted difficulties which may have built up over time. Working together to gain a new and different perspective.
0141 471 9093
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Glasgow G41
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Liselle Van Zyl
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
I am a UKCP registered psychotherapist with over 22 years experience in the mental health field. I trained in gestalt psychotherapy at Metanoia Institute in London. My practice is also informed by transpersonal, eco-psychology, and am trained in Brainspotting for trauma and addictions. I work with individuals on a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, adoption , and self-development. I particularly enjoy facilitating clients through deep personal transformations. Your therapy with me will be tailored specifically to your needs, and where you are at this moment in time.
07475 660023
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Edinburgh EH3
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Lucy Marie Fenwick
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Attachment therapy, Adoption , children & Young people.
Welcome, I'm Lucy, A person-centered Counsellor with special experience in Attachment. Online/Telephone/Skype sessions available. I work with adults, children & young people. Your goal will be my goal. I will provide a therapeutic space for you or your child to explore what is troubling you. I have special experience in Self-Harm, Self esteem issues & adoption . I promise to be accepting & non-judgemental & to provide a confidential space for you to explore your world. I offer a free consultation via telephone & I work in both Rossendale & Manchester City Centre. My fees are between £45-60 location dependent.
07723 428961
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Rossendale BB4
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Philip Anthony Counselling
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have experience with anxiety, teens, self-esteem, discrimination, harassment, minority groups, grief, adoption , abuse etc.
Talking about personal issues can be difficult but I am here to support your individual needs. I work with children up to 17 years old, young people, adults and couples. Contacting a counsellor can scary if you have never done it before, but please be assured we will move at your own speed in your own time. You can contact me via email or phone, then decide after the free initial consultation if you want to continue. Concessions for up to and including 17 years old & students. (Student I.D required). Couples Face to Face only. Individuals face to face, zoom or phone.
01663 798323
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Leigh WN7
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Bill Lee
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Welcome. I am a qualified counsellor and chartered psychologist with years of experience working with individuals and groups. I offer psychotherapeutic counselling, online or in Morningside, within easy reach of central Edinburgh. Apart from counselling, I have over 25 years' experience of university teaching and research in psychology, which has enriched my practice. I can help with relationships, personality issues, cultural adjustment, gender, identity, anxiety, bereavement, stress, sexuality, self-esteem, and existential crisis.
0131 357 6226
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Edinburgh EH10
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Caroline Reed
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
When we are struggling and in pain, the need to be heard, understood, to be appreciated and valued is crucial to our healing. I have over 25 years experience working with families, couples, individuals and groups with mental health concerns and/or addictions. I work collaboratively alongside you, providing guidance on your journey towards healing. You know your strengths, areas for personal growth and your feelings. I know how the mind works, about how to push through barriers that hold you back, about recovery and healing. Together we will embark on a journey that is beneficial to you.
0161 524 1294
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Manchester M41
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Paula Marie Reid
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
Do your suffer with anxiety and do you want help, then I am able to help with this. Anxiety can plague you throughout your life. If this describes you then I can help you understand the reasons why. Have you engaged in therapy before and nothing seems to work, then I can help you understand why. Do you struggle to regulate your emotions and you do not understand why, then therapy can help you explore why you have unhelpful patterns of behaviour. This may relate to early life experiences.
0161 524 1327
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Manchester M32
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Kaye Barney
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Do you feel like you're going round and round with a problem - maybe with a relationship or how you see yourself? Maybe you don't know how you want things to be, or you know what you want but can't work out how to do it, or don't have the courage to follow through? Are you constantly thinking about a particular person and wishing the situation, or one of you, could be different? Are you worried friends/family are tired of hearing about your problems? Are you feeling anxious, angry, rejected, or unimportant? Whatever your issues, I can help you talk about and process them, find solutions, and feel more at ease with yourself
01757 607016
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Skipton BD23
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Ami Louise Dodd
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am a BACP registered counsellor, offering a safe and secure space to help you work through any difficulties you may be having. I can help you to explore your relationship with yourself and others, make sense of your thoughts and feelings, whether they be confusing to you or you simply wish to change. I also provide coaching which is a useful tool that can help with practical problems, tasks or a feeling of being “stuck”. Together we will look at possible blockages and explore potential options that will enable you to move forward with your goals. Engaging with therapy or coaching can be an extraordinary experience.
0161 524 1027
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Oldham OL1
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Kelly Combe
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
I believe that it's important for an individual to find the right counsellor, as one counsellors method may not suit all. I therefore offer my initial consultation at a reduced rate. The initial consultation is not only an opportunity for the counsellors to find out more about the client but also for the client to find out more about the counsellor, giving both the opportunity to discover if a suitable rapport can be built, creating an appropriate environment for counselling to take place.
01968 700122
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Loanhead EH20
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Adoption Counsellors

Does my adopted child need therapy?

Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioural or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.

When should adoptive parents seek therapy?

Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioural, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.

Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?

Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.

What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?

A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.