Cancer Counselling in Chester le Street

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Deborah Dixon
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed, tired of existing and not living? Is there something preventing you from moving forward? There are times in everyone’s life when things become too much and it is during these times it is important to know that you are not alone. I am passionate about supporting you to heal, to identify solutions and make changes, to help you to create a happier, healthier and peaceful life. I work with both adults and children, helping to overcome a wide range of emotional difficulties. I currently have limited availability for new clients from March and offer a free, no obligation consultation.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed, tired of existing and not living? Is there something preventing you from moving forward? There are times in everyone’s life when things become too much and it is during these times it is important to know that you are not alone. I am passionate about supporting you to heal, to identify solutions and make changes, to help you to create a happier, healthier and peaceful life. I work with both adults and children, helping to overcome a wide range of emotional difficulties. I currently have limited availability for new clients from March and offer a free, no obligation consultation.
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Helen Graham
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
IN-PERSON sessions in DURHAM. I’m a highly qualified and experienced psychotherapist who works with a diverse range of people and the whole of their issues. I understand that everyone can go through difficult times and can benefit from support in handling these challenges. I can help by offering you a relaxed, safe and confidential therapeutic space to explore issues troubling you in a caring, accepting and non-judgemental way. People I have worked with tell me their therapeutic experience with me has increased their confidence, self-awareness, personal growth and they have gained a deeper sense of meaning, purpose and contentment.
IN-PERSON sessions in DURHAM. I’m a highly qualified and experienced psychotherapist who works with a diverse range of people and the whole of their issues. I understand that everyone can go through difficult times and can benefit from support in handling these challenges. I can help by offering you a relaxed, safe and confidential therapeutic space to explore issues troubling you in a caring, accepting and non-judgemental way. People I have worked with tell me their therapeutic experience with me has increased their confidence, self-awareness, personal growth and they have gained a deeper sense of meaning, purpose and contentment.
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Peter Blackburn
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
He has considerable experience of supporting and guiding people struggling with physical health problems especially cancer, chronic pain and chronic fatigue.
Following assessment and formulation of a person's problems, Peter uses evidence based treatments which include acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive analytical therapy (CAT, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), compassion focused therapy (CFT), mindfulness based cognitive therapy (MBCT) and integrative approaches.
He has considerable experience of supporting and guiding people struggling with physical health problems especially cancer, chronic pain and chronic fatigue.
Following assessment and formulation of a person's problems, Peter uses evidence based treatments which include acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive analytical therapy (CAT, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), compassion focused therapy (CFT), mindfulness based cognitive therapy (MBCT) and integrative approaches.
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Karena Serdecka
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Whether working through significant change, life event or trying to manage/resolve longer term issues which prevent you from thriving and reaching your fullest potential in life, relationships, family or work – I can work with you in a fully supportive, non-judgemental, empathic way. I am a warm, relational and person-centred integrative psychotherapist and EMDR specialist Dip Psych & DPC (child and adolescent), also clinical hypnotherapist (Adult). Additionally -Dip CBT, EFT, Mindfulness, Art and Couples Therapies. I lecture in psychotherapy, psychology and counselling and have worked with clients 5 yrs old to 80yrs+.
Whether working through significant change, life event or trying to manage/resolve longer term issues which prevent you from thriving and reaching your fullest potential in life, relationships, family or work – I can work with you in a fully supportive, non-judgemental, empathic way. I am a warm, relational and person-centred integrative psychotherapist and EMDR specialist Dip Psych & DPC (child and adolescent), also clinical hypnotherapist (Adult). Additionally -Dip CBT, EFT, Mindfulness, Art and Couples Therapies. I lecture in psychotherapy, psychology and counselling and have worked with clients 5 yrs old to 80yrs+.
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Cheryl Fenech-Soler
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Welcome to My Profile! Hi, I’m Cheryl. Reaching out for help can feel overwhelming, but it’s okay to ask for support. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, or daily stress, I’m here to help you take that first step. In therapy, we’ll create a safe, supportive space where you can be heard without judgment. Together, we’ll address your challenges and build the tools to thrive. You’ll gain clarity, emotional well-being, and strategies for growth. I’m here to guide you on your journey with compassion and understanding.
Welcome to My Profile! Hi, I’m Cheryl. Reaching out for help can feel overwhelming, but it’s okay to ask for support. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, or daily stress, I’m here to help you take that first step. In therapy, we’ll create a safe, supportive space where you can be heard without judgment. Together, we’ll address your challenges and build the tools to thrive. You’ll gain clarity, emotional well-being, and strategies for growth. I’m here to guide you on your journey with compassion and understanding.
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Changing Minds Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
17 years as a psychotherapist providing therapy to people with complex and enduring mental health problems (mainly NHS) and clients with mild to moderate mental health issues referred by organisations. I carry out in depth assessments, quickly identify key issues and tailor therapy according to client need. I offer a confidential setting where clients are free to talk without fear of rejection, criticism of blame. I aim to provide someone with resources they can draw on to manage current and future anxiety, stresses, disabling symptoms and unstable moods.
17 years as a psychotherapist providing therapy to people with complex and enduring mental health problems (mainly NHS) and clients with mild to moderate mental health issues referred by organisations. I carry out in depth assessments, quickly identify key issues and tailor therapy according to client need. I offer a confidential setting where clients are free to talk without fear of rejection, criticism of blame. I aim to provide someone with resources they can draw on to manage current and future anxiety, stresses, disabling symptoms and unstable moods.
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Laura Britton
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist committed to supporting children, young people, and adults. I provide online psychotherapy for all ages, including children, teenagers and adults. Additionally, I provide online EMDR therapy for adults, which is particularly effective in reprocessing traumatic events and helps reclaim your peace of mind. If you have feelings of anxiety, sadness, or you’re struggling with low self-esteem & the pressures of school or work, we can work together to shift your mindset and improve your connections with the world. Look out for exciting outdoor nature therapy opportunities launching in April 2025!
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist committed to supporting children, young people, and adults. I provide online psychotherapy for all ages, including children, teenagers and adults. Additionally, I provide online EMDR therapy for adults, which is particularly effective in reprocessing traumatic events and helps reclaim your peace of mind. If you have feelings of anxiety, sadness, or you’re struggling with low self-esteem & the pressures of school or work, we can work together to shift your mindset and improve your connections with the world. Look out for exciting outdoor nature therapy opportunities launching in April 2025!
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Beverley Ann Colman
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I’m Bev. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and when our thoughts are disorganised it can be challenging to see a clear way forward and to make positive and healthy choices. Although it is helpful talking to others, many people feel more comfortable and more able to be fully open, talking to a trained professional. I am an Integrative Person-centered Counsellor and EMDR Practitioner. I have experience in supporting and helping clients overcome mental health issues including; bereavement, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and trauma.
Hello, I’m Bev. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and when our thoughts are disorganised it can be challenging to see a clear way forward and to make positive and healthy choices. Although it is helpful talking to others, many people feel more comfortable and more able to be fully open, talking to a trained professional. I am an Integrative Person-centered Counsellor and EMDR Practitioner. I have experience in supporting and helping clients overcome mental health issues including; bereavement, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and trauma.
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Paul Lowe
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Durham DH1
Working as a Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and your guide; I am experienced in approaching each client individually, this includes drawing on CBT, Gestalt, Solution Focused, Creativity and Imagery techniques with which I am able to create a flexible and individually blended therapy plan.
Working as a Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and your guide; I am experienced in approaching each client individually, this includes drawing on CBT, Gestalt, Solution Focused, Creativity and Imagery techniques with which I am able to create a flexible and individually blended therapy plan.
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Paul Anthony Kemp
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome to my Psychology Today page. I am an independent Psychotherapeutic Counsellor working online with clients from all walks of life with a special interest in working with Grief.
Welcome to my Psychology Today page. I am an independent Psychotherapeutic Counsellor working online with clients from all walks of life with a special interest in working with Grief.
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Maggi Scott
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
From my own life experience & personal development trainings and counselling career, I have a deep compassion and understanding that underpins my work as a therapist supporting people experiencing emotional suffering and difficult circumstances.I have supported clients with many different issues and situations and can offer a wide range of helpful things such as teaching breathwork and visualisations for practising outside sessions. i have extensive experience working with clients experiencing struggles with bereavement, chronic illness, depression, anxiety and trauma.
From my own life experience & personal development trainings and counselling career, I have a deep compassion and understanding that underpins my work as a therapist supporting people experiencing emotional suffering and difficult circumstances.I have supported clients with many different issues and situations and can offer a wide range of helpful things such as teaching breathwork and visualisations for practising outside sessions. i have extensive experience working with clients experiencing struggles with bereavement, chronic illness, depression, anxiety and trauma.
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Calonlan Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Morpeth NE61
Calonlan Counselling and Psychotherapy, ensure a private, secure, and compassionate setting where you can address any issues that are causing distress or trouble, with the assurance of non-judgemental listening. Being an integrative person-centred counsellor, my role is to accompany you on your journey, providing an open space for candid and uninhibited discussions about the problems that impede your progress. With a diverse background in Counselling and Psychotherapy, specifically trained in Grief, Humanistic, Trauma, Attachment, and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, I possess the versatility to adapt to my clients' unique needs.
Calonlan Counselling and Psychotherapy, ensure a private, secure, and compassionate setting where you can address any issues that are causing distress or trouble, with the assurance of non-judgemental listening. Being an integrative person-centred counsellor, my role is to accompany you on your journey, providing an open space for candid and uninhibited discussions about the problems that impede your progress. With a diverse background in Counselling and Psychotherapy, specifically trained in Grief, Humanistic, Trauma, Attachment, and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, I possess the versatility to adapt to my clients' unique needs.
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Gail Marie Hickman
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a qualified Counselling Psychologist delivering a variety of therapies in Darlington. My aim is to offer a safe and confidential space for you to explore your current difficulties thereby, facilitating your journey to improved well-being and happiness. I believe the key element for positive therapy is a good therapeutic relationship between my clients and myself. Therapy is designed to meet your individual needs and at a pace that is appropriate to your needs. Initial appointments are offered at a reduced rate in order for you to decide whether therapy is right for you at this time.
I am a qualified Counselling Psychologist delivering a variety of therapies in Darlington. My aim is to offer a safe and confidential space for you to explore your current difficulties thereby, facilitating your journey to improved well-being and happiness. I believe the key element for positive therapy is a good therapeutic relationship between my clients and myself. Therapy is designed to meet your individual needs and at a pace that is appropriate to your needs. Initial appointments are offered at a reduced rate in order for you to decide whether therapy is right for you at this time.
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Tracy McGlade
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Hi! I'm Tracy. Thank you for taking a look at my profile. I know that it's difficult to choose a psychotherapist, so here is a bit about me and if you'd like a chat before meeting, let me know. I recognise how important the therapeutic relationship is, so initial contact is about creating a safe space for us to work together. We will focus on your goals for therapy and develop a collaborative understanding of your story, and what may be contributing towards any difficulties. I am trained to work with a variety of difficulties from depression, anxiety, trauma, self-worth and family difficulties, amongst many others.
Hi! I'm Tracy. Thank you for taking a look at my profile. I know that it's difficult to choose a psychotherapist, so here is a bit about me and if you'd like a chat before meeting, let me know. I recognise how important the therapeutic relationship is, so initial contact is about creating a safe space for us to work together. We will focus on your goals for therapy and develop a collaborative understanding of your story, and what may be contributing towards any difficulties. I am trained to work with a variety of difficulties from depression, anxiety, trauma, self-worth and family difficulties, amongst many others.
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Cheryl Parkes
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Hello, and welcome. I am an BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) Accredited Counsellor. I specialise in Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Panic, Low Self-Esteem, Oncology, End of Life and Grief.
Hello, and welcome. I am an BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) Accredited Counsellor. I specialise in Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Panic, Low Self-Esteem, Oncology, End of Life and Grief.
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Dr Joanna Naxton
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP
Verified Verified
Hello, I have current appointments available to work with a range of your worries, anxieties, loneliness, depression , self-harm and relationship difficulties. I offer online, phone and face to face sessions. I am a qualified therapist with interests in working closely with those who want to change some aspect of their life. I also work with student counsellors and qualified therapists offering supervision and counselling academic tuition . I offer short term or long term psychotherapy where we work hard together to form a relationship powerful enough to change things for you in your private life.
Hello, I have current appointments available to work with a range of your worries, anxieties, loneliness, depression , self-harm and relationship difficulties. I offer online, phone and face to face sessions. I am a qualified therapist with interests in working closely with those who want to change some aspect of their life. I also work with student counsellors and qualified therapists offering supervision and counselling academic tuition . I offer short term or long term psychotherapy where we work hard together to form a relationship powerful enough to change things for you in your private life.
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Stephanie Powell
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
I am a Psychological Therapist specialising in solution focused therapy. If you are seeking change and positive growth such as developing confidence or healthy self-esteem, we will work strategically to move you towards your goals. Creating a stronger sense of who you are and what you want, will help you to move forward with your life. Many life experiences, however simple or traumatic, can keep us stuck; we will explore and address what needs to be released, healed and developed in order to align you with your most authentic self and best life. My work is a complete integrated approach to mind/body/spirit wellness.
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LOTUS Mind
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
I have been a Counsellor / Psychotherapist / Hypnotherapist for over 25years I specialised in the field addiction for many years. Working within addiction offered a wide and varied opportunity to work and become familiar with many client issues. Clients relying upon substances, use as a coping mechanism, however substance use causes further mental health issues which further complicates their ability to cope. I now work solely within private practice based at home where clients can relax in a confidential informal setting. This allows them time explore their own needs in a time frame which meets their own specific needs.
I have been a Counsellor / Psychotherapist / Hypnotherapist for over 25years I specialised in the field addiction for many years. Working within addiction offered a wide and varied opportunity to work and become familiar with many client issues. Clients relying upon substances, use as a coping mechanism, however substance use causes further mental health issues which further complicates their ability to cope. I now work solely within private practice based at home where clients can relax in a confidential informal setting. This allows them time explore their own needs in a time frame which meets their own specific needs.
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Nicola Hymers
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Hi, I'm Nicola, an integrative counsellor, providing online and telephone counselling. I offer a safe, confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I have experience of working with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, trauma and abuse, as well as grief, loss and bereavement. My approach is adaptable and shaped to fit your individual needs and situation, allowing us to collaboratively find a way forward that works for you.
Hi, I'm Nicola, an integrative counsellor, providing online and telephone counselling. I offer a safe, confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I have experience of working with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, trauma and abuse, as well as grief, loss and bereavement. My approach is adaptable and shaped to fit your individual needs and situation, allowing us to collaboratively find a way forward that works for you.
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Andrew Fleming
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Hi, I'm Andrew, an integrative counsellor offering online and telephone support. I specialise in anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and LGBT+ issues. My approach is empathetic and client-centred, providing a safe, non-judgmental space for healing.
Hi, I'm Andrew, an integrative counsellor offering online and telephone support. I specialise in anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and LGBT+ issues. My approach is empathetic and client-centred, providing a safe, non-judgmental space for healing.
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Cancer Counsellors

How does cancer affect mental health?

A cancer diagnosis is a major life event that can significantly influence the mental health of any individual. Being diagnosed with cancer often introduces a sense of uncertainty about the future, which can cause clients to experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, and significant distress. Many cancer patients may also worry about the toll that their diagnosis may have on their family, their physical health, their job, and their financial situation. The compounding of such stressors can also decrease mental health in clients and may lead to additional symptoms that can influence mental health, such as sleeping difficulties or social withdrawal.

What is the best psychological therapy for cancer patients?

The best type of psychological therapy for cancer patients is highly dependent on the needs of the individual. The therapy type that a client benefits from may also depend on what stage of the cancer journey they are in. Recently diagnosed cancer patients, for instance, may benefit from therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which can help clients develop skills to manage the emotional distress that comes with a cancer diagnosis. Alternatively, cancer patients further along in their journey may benefit from therapies like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or other forms of mindfulness therapy to help manage symptoms or physical pain associated with treatment. Clients may also consider group therapy, which offers cancer patients an opportunity to receive support from other individuals dealing with a cancer diagnosis.

Are there any risks or drawbacks in going to therapy while dealing with cancer?

Although attending therapy while dealing with a cancer diagnosis can be helpful, one major concern for cancer patients can be the financial cost of seeking therapy. Many therapists are out-of-network, meaning they do not accept insurance, and thus clients are expected to pay the entirety of the session fee. Since many cancer patients may be out of work as a result of their diagnosis or cancer treatment regimen, the costs of therapy sessions can be substantial. Luckily, many cancer centers and local clinics may offer free or substantially reduced-cost counselling services to cancer patients and their families. In addition, cancer patients may be eligible for grants or other forms of funding from local agencies and nonprofits to seek therapy for their cancer diagnosis. Such opportunities can be very helpful for cancer patients, as they allow clients to obtain the benefits of therapy without the financial strain.

How long does cancer therapy typically last?

The length of cancer therapy depends on the needs of each client. In some cases, cancer patients may only require therapeutic support during the period following their initial diagnosis—to help manage the uncertainty and shock of a cancer diagnosis. In other cases, clients may choose to receive therapy throughout their treatment, and even following, their cancer journey. Pursuing therapy for a longer period of time can help clients develop a deeper relationship with their therapist and provide opportunity to process the challenges presented by cancer treatment, such as physical pain, and challenges associated with cancer survivorship, such as ongoing identity concerns, physical limitations, or relationship challenges.