Female Counselling in Copdock
If you're feeling depressed or anxious and can't seem to shift this state of mind no matter what you try, or you feel like you can't get control of your 'self' in some fundamental way, then you might like to try IFS therapy. This gives clients a model for working with their own minds which can be used both in therapy and in daily life. It puts you easily back in the driving seat – and after years of feeling that there's nothing you can do about the moods that tend to sweep over you, that can be a huge relief.
If you're feeling depressed or anxious and can't seem to shift this state of mind no matter what you try, or you feel like you can't get control of your 'self' in some fundamental way, then you might like to try IFS therapy. This gives clients a model for working with their own minds which can be used both in therapy and in daily life. It puts you easily back in the driving seat – and after years of feeling that there's nothing you can do about the moods that tend to sweep over you, that can be a huge relief.
Life can be difficult and we may find ourselves struggling and feeling anxious, depressed and unconfident. We may find ourselves battling with the feelings evoked by loss, due to bereavement, relationship breakdown or even the children leaving home. Counselling is not a magic cure, but talking to an empathic, skilled therapist can help; fostering both the processing of difficult feelings and resilience to better deal with what life throws at us, enabling us to move forward. The effect of just being listened to by those who have hitherto struggled to be heard can be both powerful and empowering.
Life can be difficult and we may find ourselves struggling and feeling anxious, depressed and unconfident. We may find ourselves battling with the feelings evoked by loss, due to bereavement, relationship breakdown or even the children leaving home. Counselling is not a magic cure, but talking to an empathic, skilled therapist can help; fostering both the processing of difficult feelings and resilience to better deal with what life throws at us, enabling us to move forward. The effect of just being listened to by those who have hitherto struggled to be heard can be both powerful and empowering.
Are you struggling with self harm? Do you feel you have problems relating to depression or low self esteem? My name is Leanne Scott and my main field of specialties are mood and anxiety disorders, trauma and all levels of depression as well as self harm, including (but not exclusive too) cutting, burning, breaking bones, object insertion and partial and or actual removal of limbs or body part. I feel my uniqueness in this field lies not only in my knowledge of these mental health problems and self harming behaviours but that I work with clients to help them recover in ways that are tailor made for them.
Are you struggling with self harm? Do you feel you have problems relating to depression or low self esteem? My name is Leanne Scott and my main field of specialties are mood and anxiety disorders, trauma and all levels of depression as well as self harm, including (but not exclusive too) cutting, burning, breaking bones, object insertion and partial and or actual removal of limbs or body part. I feel my uniqueness in this field lies not only in my knowledge of these mental health problems and self harming behaviours but that I work with clients to help them recover in ways that are tailor made for them.
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I began to work as a Trauma Therapist treating labour, birth and life events alongside PTSD responses to birth in men and women, as a midwife and trauma therapist.
By developing a particular way of working with general anxiety or trauma symptoms, clients are empowered. I provide you with various tools/techniques to work with from the start of our connection and work with you immediately to reduce presenting symptoms. This counselling approach builds confidence in your ability to contribute to this therapeutic process.
I began to work as a Trauma Therapist treating labour, birth and life events alongside PTSD responses to birth in men and women, as a midwife and trauma therapist.
By developing a particular way of working with general anxiety or trauma symptoms, clients are empowered. I provide you with various tools/techniques to work with from the start of our connection and work with you immediately to reduce presenting symptoms. This counselling approach builds confidence in your ability to contribute to this therapeutic process.
Sarah Jefferys-Emrys
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Bury Saint Edmunds IP30
Waitlist for new clients
I can provide support and guidance for women experiencing this sometimes challenging transition, and I can offer guidance and education for families and workplaces to further support women during this time.
Anxiety, depression, trauma, menopause – they all suck! I know because I’ve been where you are right now. And what you’re looking for is a way out of the dark space you’re in, right? So doesn’t it make sense to be guided by someone who knows the way? Who has been there and done it themselves? Nothing gives me more joy than guiding people along a path that has been trodden by not just me, but many others just like you!
I can provide support and guidance for women experiencing this sometimes challenging transition, and I can offer guidance and education for families and workplaces to further support women during this time.
Anxiety, depression, trauma, menopause – they all suck! I know because I’ve been where you are right now. And what you’re looking for is a way out of the dark space you’re in, right? So doesn’t it make sense to be guided by someone who knows the way? Who has been there and done it themselves? Nothing gives me more joy than guiding people along a path that has been trodden by not just me, but many others just like you!
Are you a Highly Sensitive or Empathic Woman feeling constantly exhausted, emotionally overwhelmed, and stuck in a cycle of stress and burnout?.
As a licensed therapist with specialized training in trauma, nervous system regulation, and holistic healing, I help HSP and empathic women overcome chronic stress, emotional exhaustion, and overwhelm. Through a blend of evidence-based and spiritual approaches, I offer personalized therapy to help you regulate your emotions, and heal your nervous system.
Are you a Highly Sensitive or Empathic Woman feeling constantly exhausted, emotionally overwhelmed, and stuck in a cycle of stress and burnout?.
As a licensed therapist with specialized training in trauma, nervous system regulation, and holistic healing, I help HSP and empathic women overcome chronic stress, emotional exhaustion, and overwhelm. Through a blend of evidence-based and spiritual approaches, I offer personalized therapy to help you regulate your emotions, and heal your nervous system.
Very often women accept ‘sex’ is something they used to do when I strongly believe we deserve to enjoy pleasure and to be pleasured.
I truly understand talking about sex can be daunting. I work in a very intuitive, creative way, and each session is unique. Together we explore your hopes, dreams, fears, disappointments, hurt, shame, guilt. We gain a full picture of your current concerns and circumstances, and any related factors and history to help assist our our understanding.
Very often women accept ‘sex’ is something they used to do when I strongly believe we deserve to enjoy pleasure and to be pleasured.
I truly understand talking about sex can be daunting. I work in a very intuitive, creative way, and each session is unique. Together we explore your hopes, dreams, fears, disappointments, hurt, shame, guilt. We gain a full picture of your current concerns and circumstances, and any related factors and history to help assist our our understanding.
However, I specialise in people who have experienced narcissistic abuse, relational trauma or CPTSD, female autism, boarding school survivors and weight loss.
You may be struggling at the moment with relationships or life in general. Perhaps you feel confused about yourself and the other - unsure about whether you are being reasonable or whether it is ok to feel upset or angry. You may put on a mask when dealing with others, terrified of being seen as your authentic self. Perhaps you like people but find them draining after a while. Or you may have experienced abuse, verbal abuse, or bullying in either your family of origin, your workplace or your romantic relationships. Or you may just have a hunch that something's not right or feel that there is something wrong with you.
However, I specialise in people who have experienced narcissistic abuse, relational trauma or CPTSD, female autism, boarding school survivors and weight loss.
You may be struggling at the moment with relationships or life in general. Perhaps you feel confused about yourself and the other - unsure about whether you are being reasonable or whether it is ok to feel upset or angry. You may put on a mask when dealing with others, terrified of being seen as your authentic self. Perhaps you like people but find them draining after a while. Or you may have experienced abuse, verbal abuse, or bullying in either your family of origin, your workplace or your romantic relationships. Or you may just have a hunch that something's not right or feel that there is something wrong with you.
I currently work within an NHS maternal mental health service, supporting women and birthing people with difficulties such as birth trauma, pregnancy and baby loss, perinatal low mood/anxiety and bonding/relational/attachment difficulties and offer independent practice alongside.
I have interests in working with trauma, PTSD, attachment/relational difficulties, anxiety, low mood and loss. Within my therapeutic work I use an integrated approach, drawing on principles from various psychological approaches - this allows us to work collaboratively together to create a plan of support which is tailored to your needs.
I currently work within an NHS maternal mental health service, supporting women and birthing people with difficulties such as birth trauma, pregnancy and baby loss, perinatal low mood/anxiety and bonding/relational/attachment difficulties and offer independent practice alongside.
I have interests in working with trauma, PTSD, attachment/relational difficulties, anxiety, low mood and loss. Within my therapeutic work I use an integrated approach, drawing on principles from various psychological approaches - this allows us to work collaboratively together to create a plan of support which is tailored to your needs.
Marion Preston At Unique To You Counselling Services
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Online Only
I would like to work with you as your ‘wing woman’, helping you to 'unravel' your thoughts and feelings.
As an ex-midwife I am aware of the importance of creating a safe place when someone is scared and vulnerable. Sharing your innermost thoughts and feelings is scary and I understand this. I will put you at ease and ensure that you are able to use your voice, be heard and move forward without fear of shame or judgment.
I would like to work with you as your ‘wing woman’, helping you to 'unravel' your thoughts and feelings.
As an ex-midwife I am aware of the importance of creating a safe place when someone is scared and vulnerable. Sharing your innermost thoughts and feelings is scary and I understand this. I will put you at ease and ensure that you are able to use your voice, be heard and move forward without fear of shame or judgment.
Claire Feldman - Binge Eating Therapist
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Does this sound familiar?
You're successful, driven, and accomplished—so why does food feel like the one thing you can't get control over? You start each day with good intentions, but by evening, you’re eating in a way that feels completely disconnected from what you really want. You promise to be "good" tomorrow, only to find yourself stuck in the same cycle.
I want you to know: You are not broken. Your struggles with food aren’t about willpower—they run deeper than that. If years of dieting, self-control, and guilt haven’t worked, I can help.
Does this sound familiar?
You're successful, driven, and accomplished—so why does food feel like the one thing you can't get control over? You start each day with good intentions, but by evening, you’re eating in a way that feels completely disconnected from what you really want. You promise to be "good" tomorrow, only to find yourself stuck in the same cycle.
I want you to know: You are not broken. Your struggles with food aren’t about willpower—they run deeper than that. If years of dieting, self-control, and guilt haven’t worked, I can help.
Equally men and women of many backgrounds have a hard time too, I'm here to help you also.
I try to make therapy as available to as many people as I possible can. The cost of therapy can be quite steep so I keep my prices as low as I can so that more can access it. Therapy is about getting to where you want to be by making your own unique road map, so that you can use it again in the future if need be. I'm an Addiction Psychologist by trade, with 18 years of private practise behind me, but a lot of my work is helping many different age groups with problems such as OCD and PTSD etc. Please feel free to contact me and we can have a chat to see if i can be any help to you.
Equally men and women of many backgrounds have a hard time too, I'm here to help you also.
I try to make therapy as available to as many people as I possible can. The cost of therapy can be quite steep so I keep my prices as low as I can so that more can access it. Therapy is about getting to where you want to be by making your own unique road map, so that you can use it again in the future if need be. I'm an Addiction Psychologist by trade, with 18 years of private practise behind me, but a lot of my work is helping many different age groups with problems such as OCD and PTSD etc. Please feel free to contact me and we can have a chat to see if i can be any help to you.
Extensive experience with domestic violence and trauma, with men and women.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed or unsure of how you are feeling but just know that something is not right. Do you struggle with every day life, are you feeling trapped, scared or alone. Do you find it difficult to get out of bed in the morning and lack interest in things you used to enjoy. If you do not understand why you feel low or anxious, we can work together to get to explore your experiences and enjoy a better quality of life. I have extensive knowledge and experience working with abuse and trauma as well as depression and anxiety. I work face to face, online using zoom or teams and the telephone.
Extensive experience with domestic violence and trauma, with men and women.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed or unsure of how you are feeling but just know that something is not right. Do you struggle with every day life, are you feeling trapped, scared or alone. Do you find it difficult to get out of bed in the morning and lack interest in things you used to enjoy. If you do not understand why you feel low or anxious, we can work together to get to explore your experiences and enjoy a better quality of life. I have extensive knowledge and experience working with abuse and trauma as well as depression and anxiety. I work face to face, online using zoom or teams and the telephone.
Karen Louise Hardy - Bachelor Of Arts With Honours First Class
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chelmsford CM3
Previously I have worked as a trauma counsellor - predominately with young girls and women who have experienced sexual violence, rape and childhood abuse.
Everyone is an individual who experiences life and the issues it throws, in very different ways. No 'one' sure way fits all - that is my Moto. We are individuals. Whatever anyone is feeling they shouldn't believe that they can "just cope" because everyone else seems to be doing ok. Its all relative! Depression/anxiety/stress/ lack of self worth and esteem are all problems in todays society and many suffer in silence. You don't need to. Often by talking and getting your problems out in the open is the first step to healing. Their voice to be heard and feelings to be listened to. Trust and the therapeutic relationship are key.
Previously I have worked as a trauma counsellor - predominately with young girls and women who have experienced sexual violence, rape and childhood abuse.
Everyone is an individual who experiences life and the issues it throws, in very different ways. No 'one' sure way fits all - that is my Moto. We are individuals. Whatever anyone is feeling they shouldn't believe that they can "just cope" because everyone else seems to be doing ok. Its all relative! Depression/anxiety/stress/ lack of self worth and esteem are all problems in todays society and many suffer in silence. You don't need to. Often by talking and getting your problems out in the open is the first step to healing. Their voice to be heard and feelings to be listened to. Trust and the therapeutic relationship are key.
As a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy I am able to work with male or female clients, couples and regularly help young people from the age of 12 and above.
I specialise in working with adults and young people who have experienced sexual violence and abuse, domestic violence and bullying. I have volunteered for CARA (Care and Action of Rape and Abuse) and Ampersand (male survivors of sexual abuse and domestic violence) and I very much enjoy helping my clients navigate this difficult healing process.
As a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy I am able to work with male or female clients, couples and regularly help young people from the age of 12 and above.
I specialise in working with adults and young people who have experienced sexual violence and abuse, domestic violence and bullying. I have volunteered for CARA (Care and Action of Rape and Abuse) and Ampersand (male survivors of sexual abuse and domestic violence) and I very much enjoy helping my clients navigate this difficult healing process.
My experience focuses on working with children, adolescents and women.
Follow me therapy provides creative psychotherapy for children, adolescents and adults. The creative approach allows for the freedom of expression and safety in the therapeutic relationship. It engages the mind, cognitive understanding of the world, emotions and the body. There is a possibility for a face to face and on-line set of sessions.
My experience focuses on working with children, adolescents and women.
Follow me therapy provides creative psychotherapy for children, adolescents and adults. The creative approach allows for the freedom of expression and safety in the therapeutic relationship. It engages the mind, cognitive understanding of the world, emotions and the body. There is a possibility for a face to face and on-line set of sessions.
Sam Nash: Integrative Psychotherapist
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bury Saint Edmunds IP33
Waitlist for new clients
With nearly 10 years of experience supporting adults, adolescents, and families in both private practice and various mental health settings, I bring a wealth of expertise to the field. As a senior lecturer with extensive experience teaching postgraduate counselling students, I have a deep understanding of counselling, psychotherapy, and integrative therapeutic approaches. Additionally, I actively engage in current research and hold certification in trauma-informed therapy.
With nearly 10 years of experience supporting adults, adolescents, and families in both private practice and various mental health settings, I bring a wealth of expertise to the field. As a senior lecturer with extensive experience teaching postgraduate counselling students, I have a deep understanding of counselling, psychotherapy, and integrative therapeutic approaches. Additionally, I actively engage in current research and hold certification in trauma-informed therapy.
I am a fully qualified Human Givens Therapist. I have over 20 year's experience working in health and social care settings with both individuals and families. My training in Human Givens psychotherapy enables me to help people with a range of conditions. I work to help clients feel better fast and in as few sessions as possible. I am passionate about listening to my clients, understanding the world from their perspective and helping them to build resilience and find solutions to life's challenges. I believe that everyone has the capacity to make changes and reach their full potential whatever their current difficulties.
I am a fully qualified Human Givens Therapist. I have over 20 year's experience working in health and social care settings with both individuals and families. My training in Human Givens psychotherapy enables me to help people with a range of conditions. I work to help clients feel better fast and in as few sessions as possible. I am passionate about listening to my clients, understanding the world from their perspective and helping them to build resilience and find solutions to life's challenges. I believe that everyone has the capacity to make changes and reach their full potential whatever their current difficulties.
I am a qualified, integrative counsellor and registered member of the BACP. My training enables me to work using a number of approaches so that I can tailor your sessions to meet your individual needs. We are all different, have different backgrounds, lives and experiences that have shaped us into who we are and how we see the world, so it’s really important that your counselling sessions are shaped around your individual needs and tailored to be most beneficial to you.
I am a qualified, integrative counsellor and registered member of the BACP. My training enables me to work using a number of approaches so that I can tailor your sessions to meet your individual needs. We are all different, have different backgrounds, lives and experiences that have shaped us into who we are and how we see the world, so it’s really important that your counselling sessions are shaped around your individual needs and tailored to be most beneficial to you.
Coming to therapy is the first step toward finding the tools within you to implement the changes you seek. I will work with you in a non-judgemental, confidential atmosphere. Assisting you to gain the confidence to move forward feeling equipped to deal with issues that may arise.
Coming to therapy is the first step toward finding the tools within you to implement the changes you seek. I will work with you in a non-judgemental, confidential atmosphere. Assisting you to gain the confidence to move forward feeling equipped to deal with issues that may arise.
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Female Counsellors
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.