Creative Therapy Counselling in Chelmsford

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Nadia Sturrock
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
I am an Integrative Arts Psychotherapist and cofounder of the Creative Therapy Studio in Chelmsford, offering holistic therapy in a creative and evidence-based way.
I have practiced in the NHS and work with empathy and in-depth with a broad range of issues, including low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, isolation, grief, identity, difficult relationships, trauma, attachment, and neurodiversity. I collaborate with you & tailor my approach by combining the therapy techniques and art processes that most suit your needs.
I am an Integrative Arts Psychotherapist and cofounder of the Creative Therapy Studio in Chelmsford, offering holistic therapy in a creative and evidence-based way.
I have practiced in the NHS and work with empathy and in-depth with a broad range of issues, including low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, isolation, grief, identity, difficult relationships, trauma, attachment, and neurodiversity. I collaborate with you & tailor my approach by combining the therapy techniques and art processes that most suit your needs.
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I am trained to work through a wide range of mediums including talking, play, drama and art.
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I offer a safe, judgement-free space for you to explore your experiences and feelings. It can be an ongoing issue that you or a young person has been suffering from, or, it may be a more recent concern. I am flexible and adaptable in my approach. I work with clients who have a wide range of experiences/difficulties, including; Sexual, Physical and Emotional Abuse, Anxiety & Depression, Suicide, Self-harm, Attachment difficulties, Addiction, Autism, Looked-After-Children, ADHD and Bereavement.
I am trained to work through a wide range of mediums including talking, play, drama and art.
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I offer a safe, judgement-free space for you to explore your experiences and feelings. It can be an ongoing issue that you or a young person has been suffering from, or, it may be a more recent concern. I am flexible and adaptable in my approach. I work with clients who have a wide range of experiences/difficulties, including; Sexual, Physical and Emotional Abuse, Anxiety & Depression, Suicide, Self-harm, Attachment difficulties, Addiction, Autism, Looked-After-Children, ADHD and Bereavement.
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Nathalie Macleod
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
My training is integrative which includes; Person Centred, CBT, Psychodynamic, Gestalt with some creative therapy approaches.
Welcome. I am a BACP Accredited counsellor with experience working with adults, couples and young people. At times in our lives, events can swamp us and we can struggle to cope. I have experience working with clients with various backgrounds. I can help you with anxiety, stress, self esteem issues, low mood, depression, relationship issues, experiencing chronic illness, along with suicidal ideation. My approach can help you understand yourself better and explore ways to bring about positive change.
My training is integrative which includes; Person Centred, CBT, Psychodynamic, Gestalt with some creative therapy approaches.
Welcome. I am a BACP Accredited counsellor with experience working with adults, couples and young people. At times in our lives, events can swamp us and we can struggle to cope. I have experience working with clients with various backgrounds. I can help you with anxiety, stress, self esteem issues, low mood, depression, relationship issues, experiencing chronic illness, along with suicidal ideation. My approach can help you understand yourself better and explore ways to bring about positive change.
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Charlotte Elizabeth Beaumont
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
I use person-centred therapy to create a safe, non-judgmental space, psychodynamic therapy to explore past experiences and their impact on the present, and creative therapy to express feelings in new, meaningful ways.
Are you ready to take the first step towards a happier you? Life can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, heal from past challenges, and build a brighter future. Whether you're struggling with stress, anxiety, relationships, or just need someone to talk to, I am here to guide you every step of the way. Let’s work together to unlock your potential and create lasting change. Reach out today and start your journey toward a more fulfilled life!
I use person-centred therapy to create a safe, non-judgmental space, psychodynamic therapy to explore past experiences and their impact on the present, and creative therapy to express feelings in new, meaningful ways.
Are you ready to take the first step towards a happier you? Life can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, heal from past challenges, and build a brighter future. Whether you're struggling with stress, anxiety, relationships, or just need someone to talk to, I am here to guide you every step of the way. Let’s work together to unlock your potential and create lasting change. Reach out today and start your journey toward a more fulfilled life!
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Katharina Lea Schmitt- Eschle
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
In my counselling sessions I provide an integrative approach combining aspects play therapy, young people's counselling, art therapy and of the newest neuroscientific research.
I offer integrative child and young people's counselling and therapeutic child and teenage support. All our children and young people sometimes go through phases where not everything is going to plan. There might have been a bereavement, exam stress, bullying or sudden life changes have had an impact on their self esteem. Your might be concerned because your child has recently become angry, anxious, withdrawn, a bit more challenging or has developed difficulties in school. Sometimes they also struggle to find good friends, put themselves at risk or their physical health becomes affected.
In my counselling sessions I provide an integrative approach combining aspects play therapy, young people's counselling, art therapy and of the newest neuroscientific research.
I offer integrative child and young people's counselling and therapeutic child and teenage support. All our children and young people sometimes go through phases where not everything is going to plan. There might have been a bereavement, exam stress, bullying or sudden life changes have had an impact on their self esteem. Your might be concerned because your child has recently become angry, anxious, withdrawn, a bit more challenging or has developed difficulties in school. Sometimes they also struggle to find good friends, put themselves at risk or their physical health becomes affected.
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Diane Munday
Counsellor, MBACP
Most clients that I see are suffering with anxiety, depression and stress. Most of this is caused by underlying issues such as low self-esteem, relationships issues and addiction to name a few. We're often aware of what our problems are but do not feel able to cope and need some support. Distressing situations and feelings can have such a destructive impact on our lives and therapy works by accepting your feelings, helping you to gain a different perspective, whilst challenging old negative beliefs; so you can move forward with a happier and healthier outlook on life.
Most clients that I see are suffering with anxiety, depression and stress. Most of this is caused by underlying issues such as low self-esteem, relationships issues and addiction to name a few. We're often aware of what our problems are but do not feel able to cope and need some support. Distressing situations and feelings can have such a destructive impact on our lives and therapy works by accepting your feelings, helping you to gain a different perspective, whilst challenging old negative beliefs; so you can move forward with a happier and healthier outlook on life.
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Rachel Ann West
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Are you suffering from the effects of trauma either in the past or more recently. These experiences can leave us with lasting emotional imprints negatively affecting how we live and robbing us of a rewarding and joyful life. I work in a safe and non-judgmental way, giving you the space to explore the challenges the trauma has caused you. Every person's needs are unique and I work with you as an individual, regular reviews ensure we are working towards your goals. I work to foster resilience and empowerment so that you can live your life on your terms.
Are you suffering from the effects of trauma either in the past or more recently. These experiences can leave us with lasting emotional imprints negatively affecting how we live and robbing us of a rewarding and joyful life. I work in a safe and non-judgmental way, giving you the space to explore the challenges the trauma has caused you. Every person's needs are unique and I work with you as an individual, regular reviews ensure we are working towards your goals. I work to foster resilience and empowerment so that you can live your life on your terms.
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Dynamic-Minds Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Are you struggling with the stresses and strains that family, friendship, and/ or work life can bring and unsure what to do? Life is not always easy or straightforward, our lives can become challenging at times, causing us to feel overwhelmed with an array of complex emotions which can have an impact on our daily lives. Very often we don’t have someone that we can completely share our innermost thoughts and feelings with so having someone who is a trained professional, allows the opportunity to open up and confide in. I trust that I am able to provide a safe, non-judgemental space to work collaboratively with you.
Are you struggling with the stresses and strains that family, friendship, and/ or work life can bring and unsure what to do? Life is not always easy or straightforward, our lives can become challenging at times, causing us to feel overwhelmed with an array of complex emotions which can have an impact on our daily lives. Very often we don’t have someone that we can completely share our innermost thoughts and feelings with so having someone who is a trained professional, allows the opportunity to open up and confide in. I trust that I am able to provide a safe, non-judgemental space to work collaboratively with you.
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The Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
I work with many issues from anxiety & depression, to grief & loneliness. My specialities lie in relationships. This may be in the form of couples or marriage counselling or it may be an individual coming to therapy to talk about the key relationships in their lives. This could be past relationships, family, current relationships or maybe even future relationships? I will help you to understand your attachment style, communication on ways of relating to others. I will help you to see your life from many different angles and help you to challenge your own preconceived ideas of your limitations.
I work with many issues from anxiety & depression, to grief & loneliness. My specialities lie in relationships. This may be in the form of couples or marriage counselling or it may be an individual coming to therapy to talk about the key relationships in their lives. This could be past relationships, family, current relationships or maybe even future relationships? I will help you to understand your attachment style, communication on ways of relating to others. I will help you to see your life from many different angles and help you to challenge your own preconceived ideas of your limitations.
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Cindy Yeates
Counsellor, MBACP
I work with children, young people and adults. I provide a safe and trusting space to enable my clients to explore what it is that has brought them to counselling. I believe in empowering my clients so they explore their feelings and experiences, to work towards liberating themselves from these restricting and overwhelming feelings in order to live a happier life, with more self worth and confidence.
I work with children, young people and adults. I provide a safe and trusting space to enable my clients to explore what it is that has brought them to counselling. I believe in empowering my clients so they explore their feelings and experiences, to work towards liberating themselves from these restricting and overwhelming feelings in order to live a happier life, with more self worth and confidence.
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Bukola Ruth Aina
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
I am therapeutic counsellor, and dedicated to empowering individuals on their journey toward emotional well-being and personal growth. My background in counselling, combined with hands-on experience in various therapeutic approaches, has equipped me to provide empathetic and non-judgmental support. I believe in the transformative power of therapy and work diligently to build strong therapeutic alliances with clients. Committed to continuous learning, I focus on trauma-informed care and holistic methods. My goal is to create inclusive spaces where everyone can find their voice and resilience, facilitating healing and self-discovery.
I am therapeutic counsellor, and dedicated to empowering individuals on their journey toward emotional well-being and personal growth. My background in counselling, combined with hands-on experience in various therapeutic approaches, has equipped me to provide empathetic and non-judgmental support. I believe in the transformative power of therapy and work diligently to build strong therapeutic alliances with clients. Committed to continuous learning, I focus on trauma-informed care and holistic methods. My goal is to create inclusive spaces where everyone can find their voice and resilience, facilitating healing and self-discovery.
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Penny Chapman Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
I am an experienced therapist specialising in trauma and I am qualified to work with children, young people, adults and families. I have a special interest in developmental trauma and attachment, and also with domestic abuse, supporting both children and adults. I also support those with anxiety and depression, self harm and suicidal ideation. I work with people for both the short and long term, depending on individual need, and offer face to face and online appointments.
I am an experienced therapist specialising in trauma and I am qualified to work with children, young people, adults and families. I have a special interest in developmental trauma and attachment, and also with domestic abuse, supporting both children and adults. I also support those with anxiety and depression, self harm and suicidal ideation. I work with people for both the short and long term, depending on individual need, and offer face to face and online appointments.
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Gemma Castle
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Hi there, I'm a fully qualified Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor, with almost 20 years working to improve mental health. I help safely explore your past, cope through self-care, and provide specific wellbeing for continued healing. I have empathy and patience, providing a comfortable experience. I have been on my own journey with mental health, leading to honest connections with my clients. I put no pressure on you, offering ideas through a range of approaches. Clients find me easy to talk to and feel lighter after sessions. I am a relaxed and creative person, combining therapy and wellbeing to help your healing journey.
Hi there, I'm a fully qualified Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor, with almost 20 years working to improve mental health. I help safely explore your past, cope through self-care, and provide specific wellbeing for continued healing. I have empathy and patience, providing a comfortable experience. I have been on my own journey with mental health, leading to honest connections with my clients. I put no pressure on you, offering ideas through a range of approaches. Clients find me easy to talk to and feel lighter after sessions. I am a relaxed and creative person, combining therapy and wellbeing to help your healing journey.
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Emilie Watson
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
As a qualified and experienced counsellor, I am fully able to support you with your mental health. Whatever you are struggling with, wherever you are at right now, for example whether it's trauma, PTSD, anxiety, or depression, together we will work it out. You are unique, with your own experiences and needs so we can use a wide range of therapeutic models and techniques, blending them in a way that is tailored specifically to you, ensuring that the therapy we create together is aligned with your personal goals and healing journey.
As a qualified and experienced counsellor, I am fully able to support you with your mental health. Whatever you are struggling with, wherever you are at right now, for example whether it's trauma, PTSD, anxiety, or depression, together we will work it out. You are unique, with your own experiences and needs so we can use a wide range of therapeutic models and techniques, blending them in a way that is tailored specifically to you, ensuring that the therapy we create together is aligned with your personal goals and healing journey.
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Daniel Scott
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
My priority is always to understand you - your goals, challenges, and aspirations - so that we can create meaningful, lasting change together. I am passionate about making a difference in your life, whether that means helping you overcome pain, stress and trauma or supporting you in building resilience and reaching your fullest potential. I have worked extensively with people impacted by addiction, bereavement trauma and other major life changes, using a range of therapeutic techniques to provide comprehensive support. My approach will be tailored to you, continuously adapting to your evolving needs.
My priority is always to understand you - your goals, challenges, and aspirations - so that we can create meaningful, lasting change together. I am passionate about making a difference in your life, whether that means helping you overcome pain, stress and trauma or supporting you in building resilience and reaching your fullest potential. I have worked extensively with people impacted by addiction, bereavement trauma and other major life changes, using a range of therapeutic techniques to provide comprehensive support. My approach will be tailored to you, continuously adapting to your evolving needs.
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Dr Juan Du
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello, I am glad you're here. My name is Dr. Juan Du (杜娟). I grew up in China in a family with a strong tradition of Chinese medicine. I firmly believe in the deep connection between the mind, body, and spirit. As a practitioner psychologist, psychotherapist and a mindful teacher, I offer a unique integrative psychological treatment for clients. Whether you are going through a difficult depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, life changes, or relationship breakups, or simply seeking greater balance in your life, I would be privileged to support you on your journey.
Hello, I am glad you're here. My name is Dr. Juan Du (杜娟). I grew up in China in a family with a strong tradition of Chinese medicine. I firmly believe in the deep connection between the mind, body, and spirit. As a practitioner psychologist, psychotherapist and a mindful teacher, I offer a unique integrative psychological treatment for clients. Whether you are going through a difficult depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, life changes, or relationship breakups, or simply seeking greater balance in your life, I would be privileged to support you on your journey.
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Katie Fry
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I am an Integrative Counsellor which means I work with different modalities and adapt to suit you best, drawing on aspects of Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT, Hypnotherapy and Play Therapy. I work with adults, children and young people with a range of different needs and issues.
I am an Integrative Counsellor which means I work with different modalities and adapt to suit you best, drawing on aspects of Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT, Hypnotherapy and Play Therapy. I work with adults, children and young people with a range of different needs and issues.
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Gillian Strutton
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
Online Only
I am Senior Accredited with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, an EMDR Europe Accredited Consultant and an Integrative Clinical Supervisor. I am registered on the approved Professional Standards Authority for Health and Social Care (License 055765) and have experience working with adults, adolescents and couples. I am DBS and UK Gov National Security approved. I have over 27years of experience and offer clinical assessment and treatment for a range of mental health presenting problems. These include anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, Bi-polar, stress, phobias, self esteem, anger, relationship problems etc
I am Senior Accredited with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, an EMDR Europe Accredited Consultant and an Integrative Clinical Supervisor. I am registered on the approved Professional Standards Authority for Health and Social Care (License 055765) and have experience working with adults, adolescents and couples. I am DBS and UK Gov National Security approved. I have over 27years of experience and offer clinical assessment and treatment for a range of mental health presenting problems. These include anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, Bi-polar, stress, phobias, self esteem, anger, relationship problems etc
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Seeking Solace Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
Clients have come to me for many different reasons. From dealing with past traumas, connecting with their emotions and understanding their reactions, to working on a better sense of self and building confidence. Each client comes to therapy seeking a safe and non-judgmental space to unpack their thoughts and emotions. They often come because they don't feel heard in their day-to-day life, or need somewhere to explore emotions without fear of reactions or feelings of guilt.
Clients have come to me for many different reasons. From dealing with past traumas, connecting with their emotions and understanding their reactions, to working on a better sense of self and building confidence. Each client comes to therapy seeking a safe and non-judgmental space to unpack their thoughts and emotions. They often come because they don't feel heard in their day-to-day life, or need somewhere to explore emotions without fear of reactions or feelings of guilt.
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Kim Stead
Counsellor, MUKCP
Serves Area
I understand that seeking counselling can be daunting, but I have experienced it to be very rewarding for many people. As an Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor I can offer a confidential, safe and stimulating space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings and personal story. Being client-centred, I tailor therapy to your needs as an individual and work with what you decide to bring to each session. 'Integrative' means that I draw upon different models according to you the client.
I understand that seeking counselling can be daunting, but I have experienced it to be very rewarding for many people. As an Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor I can offer a confidential, safe and stimulating space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings and personal story. Being client-centred, I tailor therapy to your needs as an individual and work with what you decide to bring to each session. 'Integrative' means that I draw upon different models according to you the client.
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Creative Therapy Counsellors

How does art therapy work?

The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.

Does art therapy help with trauma?

Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.

How long does art therapy last?

The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.

What are the limitations of art therapy?

Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.