Family Counselling in Chester

Hi, I'm Matthew and I am a Family & Couples Psychotherapist. I have worked with children, families and couples for over 20 years, helping them manage their emotional health and wellbeing. Often individual worries can lead to family issues and I support you individually or together, depending of your needs. I have helped children, young people and their parents and couples work through a range of difficulties including managing challenging behaviour, Autism, social and generalised anxiety, sleeping difficulties, anger management, frequent family clashes, the effects of couple tension, bereavement, and conflict in relationships.

Come and talk to me about anything you want to and I know you will feel safe and at ease straight away. I like people to feel comfortable in the sessions so they feel that they can talk, so I hope that this comes across in your first session. You may be in a difficult place or crossroads and there may be decisions or choices that need exploring to help you move forward, away from the pain or challenge and to find answers. I am committed to walking with you on your journey. I am a qualified, experienced and.. very human.. therapeutic counsellor, working to a high standard.

Hello, my name is Nicki, I have been a therapist since 2008 and a member of the BACP, I am very passionate about my work as a person centered counsellor and a Family Mentor. I want to see my clients empowered by gaining confidence, and to get to their desired goals. I offer a very warm welcome, non judgemental environment. For those who may feel uncomfortable just sitting and talking, you can draw, use play dough, paint during our sessions, I would happily bring my therapy dog in, Jax too!

I am passionate about trauma informed practice: making every effort to understand the impact of people’s lived experiences on their daily lives. My approach is based on psychological formulation, to make sense of what a person is experiencing, and then using a range of integrated approaches to help people to make changes. I care about empowering individuals to live the lives they want to live, and take a very human and empathic approach to working with people's distress.

If your searching for a Counsellor then I understand you have reached a point in your life when you are ready to look at issues that are having an impact on you. Maybe causing you day to day difficulties and stopping you being able to live your life the way you want to. It can be a frightening process when you decide to reach out for help to look at issues that are causing emotional distress. Counselling is an approach to help you gain an understanding of the issues affecting you and work towards making positive changes in your life. You have taken the first step in seeking help simply by searching for a counsellor.

Not accepting new clients until September. Online, Walk-an-Talk and Face-to-face sessions. Are you feeling stuck? Anxious? Overwhelmed? Or looking for someone to help your child? I am a Person-Centred trained Counsellor who supports Adults and Children. I also have training in CBT, Gestalt, and I use art and creative methods if you requested. I am 15 years qualified and I work in Schools and for Adult EAP’s. We all need a safe place to talk to someone impartial. Somewhere we feel understood. To have someone help us understand our thoughts and feelings and help us hear our answers.

I qualified as a clinical psychologist over 20 years ago and have experience of working with people across the age span, particularly within adult mental health and child and adolescent mental health. People consult me about a range of situations and problems, for example; anxiety, depression and other mental health concerns, relational and family distress, grief, loss, trauma, abuse, chronic illness and work related difficulties. My aim is to work alongside you to empower you to respond to the problems you are facing in ways that are in keeping with your values and preferences.

Are you ready for life to get better? Overwhelmed, stressed, fed up with feeling like you do. Let's change it together. An experienced and friendly counsellor using an integrative approach in an ethical and confidential way. Now offering socially distanced counselling in person as well as online via zoom. I will provide a safe space for you to explore at your own pace whatever is going on for you without judgement. Our sessions will be empowering maybe even life changing! I am passionate about counselling and what it can offer and believe no matter how difficult life may seem we are all capable of change. Get in touch.

We all know life can get tough at times and we can struggle to see our way through it. Sometimes it helps to talk those experiences or feelings through with someone who can really listen and brings no agenda with them. There are so many reasons to come to therapy difficult times in life, things feeling not quite right, anxiety or depression or things from our past effecting us in the here and now (attachment or trauma). Therapy is a safe, neutral place you can use to explore what is happening for you, and it can support you in deciding how you want to manage it.

The issues that counsellors face are often complex and deeply personal. My experience of over 10 years in private practice and a third sector organisation has shown me the importance of each person deciding on their own needs and finding their own way through the issues they bring.

My primary modality is Person Centred, however I have worked with the knowledge of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Schema Therapy and Transactional Analysis (TA) which I often use in my practice. I have practiced as a Counsellor for 15 years specialising in behavioural addictions, domestic abuse and general mental health and well-being. I have previously worked as Head Counsellor and Programme Lead for a leading addiction and behavioural residential clinic in Cheshire. Working with clients in active addiction to recognise potential patterns in their own lives that has led to their addictive behaviours.

Hi, I am Rapid Transformational Therapist helping adults, children, teenagers and couples experiencing a wide variety of difficult life circumstances including anxiety, depression, self harm, relationship issues, low self-esteem, compulsive behaviours, low self-confidence, anger etc. I am right for you if a) You would like to feel calmer, happier and more confident b) You would like help to change unhelpful behaviours, self-limiting beliefs, or negative thoughts or feelings. c) You have tried different ways of improving things but there seems to be something deeper holding you back or getting in your way.

You are welcome to call me for a free, no obligation discussion and/or or to make an appointment. Please call : 07940 950074 or (01691) 680529. If no answer, please leave a message and I will get back to you as soon as possible. These phone lines are confidential. Or you can email me at neilmckeowncounselling@gmail.com Appointments are usually available within two days. Fees: individuals: £35 per hour; couples: £40. Concessions available for low income, students, etc. Training, qualifications & experience I have twenty years of experience as a counsellor. I offer individual or couple counselling and am also a supervisor of counselling. I have worked for counselling organisations, and in the university and voluntary counselling sectors.

I offer therapy for many difficulties, but I have a special interest in providing therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, and issues of self-worth. My work in the NHS has given me rich experience of working with a wide variety of clients, who have each bring their own unique experiences. I consider it of utmost importance then, to get to know you and to understand your individual needs and goals for therapy.

The decision to attend counselling can be difficult and sometimes overwhelming. It is the quality of the 'therapeutic relationship' that is key to progress, so that you feel supported and comfortable to talk about what matters to you. I believe passionately in the counselling process, and for me the promotion of positive mental health and well-being is at the core of our work together.

At any stage in our lives, relationships and events can leave us with deep hurt and confusion that needs professional help. Counselling can give hope and help untangle confusing thoughts and emotions to understand our true selves and our relationships better, leading to a happier life. Experiencing a therapeutic relationship where you are genuinely valued, understood and accepted without judgement, can be in itself healing. As a person-centred creative counsellor, I see the client and therapist as equals. I provide you with a safe, confidential space to explore the issues that you bring.These sessions are yours, to use as you wish.

Whatever it is that has brought you here deserves to be spoken about. Maybe you would like to have better relationships with yourself or others? Maybe you feel out of touch with who you really are, you want to find your voice and make life changes, but just don’t know where to start? I have a real passion for supporting individuals who want better relationships, discover their authentic Self, find their voice and become empowered, balanced and inspired. Although therapy can sometimes be difficult, I try to ensure there is light in our space.

If you’re reading this you must have determined you would like help to heal and resolve difficulties in your life. I have a wealth of experience working with adults and children who have endured severe trauma, mental ill health (anxiety, depression etc) and have guided them through the healing process. Trauma affects both brain and body, causing somatic pain and toxic stress. Abusive relationships leave there damage behind long after they have ended . I’m not a fixer and I don’t have a magic wand, however, I can help you untangle the confusion and find some much needed hope to help you reach your goal.

“I can offer you a good listening ear. An emotionally warm, nurturing, safe, and secure place to be able to talk about what is happening to you, what is important to you, and what is concerning you that is keeping you “stuck” and not being able to move forward in your life. I can offer you a genuine, non-judgemental attitude allowing you, perhaps for the first time, to express and explore your past, your present, your future, and who your true self is, or will be, without fear of shame. I will be by your side as you go on a journey of personal development. To hold your map when feeling lost whilst you try, but sometimes fail.