Creative Therapy Counselling in Coventry

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Dorrie Hannah Townend
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I offer talking therapy, as well as creative therapy, such as play and art, to help young people express feelings and experiences which cannot yet be put into words.
I am a child and adolescent counsellor and psychotherapist working with young people ages 5-30. Growing up can come with many challenges, in friendships, relationships, school, home, and with your self-identity. It is a lot to navigate on your own. Your past may weigh heavily on you, or perhaps you feel anxiety and worry about the future. Whatever is taking up space in your mind, I offer a safe space to offload and explore it. Together we can figure out how to make life feel better for you. This may be finding coping strategies, finding your voice, or processing difficult feelings and life experiences.
I offer talking therapy, as well as creative therapy, such as play and art, to help young people express feelings and experiences which cannot yet be put into words.
I am a child and adolescent counsellor and psychotherapist working with young people ages 5-30. Growing up can come with many challenges, in friendships, relationships, school, home, and with your self-identity. It is a lot to navigate on your own. Your past may weigh heavily on you, or perhaps you feel anxiety and worry about the future. Whatever is taking up space in your mind, I offer a safe space to offload and explore it. Together we can figure out how to make life feel better for you. This may be finding coping strategies, finding your voice, or processing difficult feelings and life experiences.
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Leesha Irwin
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Waitlist for new clients
Passionate art psychotherapist dedicated to helping people to express themselves and resolve conflict through artistic mediums.
A fully qualified HCPC have advanced training in trauma therapy which is very effective in dealing with psychological trauma. I have focused my work on supporting children, young people and their families of all kinds that have experienced signifiant trauma, this has presented itself within individual therapy, group therapy, dyadic parent-child therapy.
Passionate art psychotherapist dedicated to helping people to express themselves and resolve conflict through artistic mediums.
A fully qualified HCPC have advanced training in trauma therapy which is very effective in dealing with psychological trauma. I have focused my work on supporting children, young people and their families of all kinds that have experienced signifiant trauma, this has presented itself within individual therapy, group therapy, dyadic parent-child therapy.
024 7542 4880 View 024 7542 4880
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Maisie Matthews Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
I have many fidget toys and creative art materials.
I am a young people’s counsellor, working with clients aged 11-30. We all experience life differently, not one person’s life is the same as another. You may be experiencing anxiety at school or work. Worrying about upcoming deadlines or exams. You may have uncertainty about who you are and feel or think negatively about yourself. You may be feeling burnout and want to build a good work/life balance. It can be hard to recognise and manage everything on our own. I can offer you a confidential, non-judgemental space to feel heard. Together we can identify your triggers and develop coping strategies to help you face your challenges.
I have many fidget toys and creative art materials.
I am a young people’s counsellor, working with clients aged 11-30. We all experience life differently, not one person’s life is the same as another. You may be experiencing anxiety at school or work. Worrying about upcoming deadlines or exams. You may have uncertainty about who you are and feel or think negatively about yourself. You may be feeling burnout and want to build a good work/life balance. It can be hard to recognise and manage everything on our own. I can offer you a confidential, non-judgemental space to feel heard. Together we can identify your triggers and develop coping strategies to help you face your challenges.
024 7542 0536 View 024 7542 0536
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The Eyris Practice
Psychotherapist, HCPC-Art Therap.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am a qualified EMDR therapist registered with EMDR association UK, and a HCPC registered Art Psychotherapist with over 28 years of clinical experience.
The impact of difficult life experiences can adversely affect our mental well-being or interpersonal relationships at any time in our lives.Such life occurances may include truama, a bereavement or experiencing anxiety and depression. I use a person centred approach to develop a therapeutic relationship with you. This helps over time to support you in gaining insight and understanding of the emotional and mental difficulties you're experiencing. I provide a safe space to listen to you and identify the best therapeutic approach to meet your needs.I offer both face to face and online therapy to suit your individual needs.
I am a qualified EMDR therapist registered with EMDR association UK, and a HCPC registered Art Psychotherapist with over 28 years of clinical experience.
The impact of difficult life experiences can adversely affect our mental well-being or interpersonal relationships at any time in our lives.Such life occurances may include truama, a bereavement or experiencing anxiety and depression. I use a person centred approach to develop a therapeutic relationship with you. This helps over time to support you in gaining insight and understanding of the emotional and mental difficulties you're experiencing. I provide a safe space to listen to you and identify the best therapeutic approach to meet your needs.I offer both face to face and online therapy to suit your individual needs.
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Karine Harber
Psychotherapist, MSc
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
I integrate art, play, movement, role play, and storytelling into my work with young people and children.
Extensive experience working with children in diverse settings, including nurseries, schools, hospitals, and care homes. Expertise in dance movement therapy, incorporating movement as a therapeutic tool. Strong understanding of developmental and attachment theories, allowing for a holistic approach to therapy.
I integrate art, play, movement, role play, and storytelling into my work with young people and children.
Extensive experience working with children in diverse settings, including nurseries, schools, hospitals, and care homes. Expertise in dance movement therapy, incorporating movement as a therapeutic tool. Strong understanding of developmental and attachment theories, allowing for a holistic approach to therapy.
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Molly O'Connell
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Serves Area
Art Therapy could help.
I am an Art Psychotherapist with extensive experience of working with children and young people and have experience working in schools, charities and privately. My approach is warm and flexible which allows me to tailor each creative intervention to the needs of the client. Get in touch to arrange a free 15 minute phone call to discuss your child’s needs.
Art Therapy could help.
I am an Art Psychotherapist with extensive experience of working with children and young people and have experience working in schools, charities and privately. My approach is warm and flexible which allows me to tailor each creative intervention to the needs of the client. Get in touch to arrange a free 15 minute phone call to discuss your child’s needs.
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Hayley Louise online Counselling and Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I'm Hayley I am a Post graduate trained therapist and an accredited member of the BACP. I haved lived experience of neurodivergence and trauma. I am an AXA, aviva and vitality affiliated online psychotherapist.   Within the rush of modern daily life our emotional health is often neglected and this can begin to impact on our wellbeing. I would like to offer you a safe space to sit and talk through whatever may be weighing heavy on your shoulders.Counselling can help with help with, Anxiety,Depression,Trauma,ADHD,Autism,Low self-esteem,Family issues,Low self-confidence, romantic and peer relationships.
I'm Hayley I am a Post graduate trained therapist and an accredited member of the BACP. I haved lived experience of neurodivergence and trauma. I am an AXA, aviva and vitality affiliated online psychotherapist.   Within the rush of modern daily life our emotional health is often neglected and this can begin to impact on our wellbeing. I would like to offer you a safe space to sit and talk through whatever may be weighing heavy on your shoulders.Counselling can help with help with, Anxiety,Depression,Trauma,ADHD,Autism,Low self-esteem,Family issues,Low self-confidence, romantic and peer relationships.
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Claire Nash
Psychotherapist, MBACP
The struggles of day to day life can take its toll on our emotional & physical well-being. When we are stressed, anxious, depressed or having difficulty in expressing ourselves to others, then just getting through a day can feel like an impossible task.
The struggles of day to day life can take its toll on our emotional & physical well-being. When we are stressed, anxious, depressed or having difficulty in expressing ourselves to others, then just getting through a day can feel like an impossible task.
07794 495067 View 07794 495067
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Camilla Faith Matthews
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Online Only
Psychotherapy helps the person with relationships, roles, perceptions, beliefs and other struggles within the self. There are times in life when it can be hard to cope with difficult situations and challenging problems. Psychotherapy can provide a therapeutic encounter where together we can make sense of unwanted feelings and thoughts. Symptoms can be understood as manifestations of distress and their meanings can be explored together with care and respect. The aim is to make life happier, easier to live and invite creativity and growth in the person.
Psychotherapy helps the person with relationships, roles, perceptions, beliefs and other struggles within the self. There are times in life when it can be hard to cope with difficult situations and challenging problems. Psychotherapy can provide a therapeutic encounter where together we can make sense of unwanted feelings and thoughts. Symptoms can be understood as manifestations of distress and their meanings can be explored together with care and respect. The aim is to make life happier, easier to live and invite creativity and growth in the person.
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Lyn Smailes
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, ACC-ACM
I enjoy working with many different client issues but particularly those that are trauma related. I believe that we all have the potential to bring about positive change in our lives whatever our past experiences and therefore I always seek to provide hope. It is a particular delight to work with clients who reflect on the sessions between appointments however I am aware that for many individuals attending sessions can be well outside their comfort zone. I therefore adopt a gentle, encouraging approach allowing clients to work at their own pace.
I enjoy working with many different client issues but particularly those that are trauma related. I believe that we all have the potential to bring about positive change in our lives whatever our past experiences and therefore I always seek to provide hope. It is a particular delight to work with clients who reflect on the sessions between appointments however I am aware that for many individuals attending sessions can be well outside their comfort zone. I therefore adopt a gentle, encouraging approach allowing clients to work at their own pace.
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Inspire To Achieve
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
As an experienced qualified counsellor, I am passionate about establishing a professional therapeutic relationship. I feel this connection enables us to build trust and work collaboratively to explore the difficulties you may be experiencing. A fundamental component of my work is to support clients to find inner peace and balance in life. Also to explore your current situation, find acceptance and bring about meaningful change. Through a process of growth, self-awareness and self-discovery together we can achieve your goals.
As an experienced qualified counsellor, I am passionate about establishing a professional therapeutic relationship. I feel this connection enables us to build trust and work collaboratively to explore the difficulties you may be experiencing. A fundamental component of my work is to support clients to find inner peace and balance in life. Also to explore your current situation, find acceptance and bring about meaningful change. Through a process of growth, self-awareness and self-discovery together we can achieve your goals.
024 7542 6034 View 024 7542 6034
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Martyn Blair
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Is this a time when you simply feel unable to resolve your issues or cope on your own? It could be time to reach out for help and one way to seek help is to see a counsellor like me. My additional training in animal assisted therapy and creative work may also be a fit for those with a creative mind or those with feeling close to the animal world and nature, this is a client choice. I am Trauma informed and trained
Is this a time when you simply feel unable to resolve your issues or cope on your own? It could be time to reach out for help and one way to seek help is to see a counsellor like me. My additional training in animal assisted therapy and creative work may also be a fit for those with a creative mind or those with feeling close to the animal world and nature, this is a client choice. I am Trauma informed and trained
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Aisha Ahmed
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
My name is Aisha Ahmed. I specialise in working with children and young people aged from 4 to 25 remotely. My role is to support individuals enabling them to express themselves freely through exploring their thoughts and feelings. I am committed to ensuring children and young people are in a safe, comfortable environment and are respected and listened to during therapy. I work with clients using various techniques whether it involves working together to find solutions or listening, allowing the client to express themselves freely. I will do my best to ensure a non-judgmental space where the client and I are able to work together.
My name is Aisha Ahmed. I specialise in working with children and young people aged from 4 to 25 remotely. My role is to support individuals enabling them to express themselves freely through exploring their thoughts and feelings. I am committed to ensuring children and young people are in a safe, comfortable environment and are respected and listened to during therapy. I work with clients using various techniques whether it involves working together to find solutions or listening, allowing the client to express themselves freely. I will do my best to ensure a non-judgmental space where the client and I are able to work together.
024 7542 0493 View 024 7542 0493
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Marianne Kilcoyne
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a psychotherapist with a wealth of knowledge and experience, committed to providing a warm and safe space for you. With 20 years of experience working in several diverse agencies such as: Social Services, Barnardos, NHS, I have gained a wealth of experience in working with clients from under 18’s, to adults and senior clients, offering individual therapy, group work, family oriented work and couple sessions. I am dedicated to helping clients navigate the emotional complexities of their journey and develop resilience, coping strategies & prioritise their own well-being.
I am a psychotherapist with a wealth of knowledge and experience, committed to providing a warm and safe space for you. With 20 years of experience working in several diverse agencies such as: Social Services, Barnardos, NHS, I have gained a wealth of experience in working with clients from under 18’s, to adults and senior clients, offering individual therapy, group work, family oriented work and couple sessions. I am dedicated to helping clients navigate the emotional complexities of their journey and develop resilience, coping strategies & prioritise their own well-being.
01827 949588 View 01827 949588
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Natasha Stringer
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Have you ever felt that life is too difficult. Or that you can't cope? I am a person centred counsellor working online / telephone or in person in the Warwick & Leamington areas, offering a safe place for you to explore whatever it is you choose to bring to counselling. I offer counselling to couples, adults and young people from age 18 yrs. The Person Centred approach believes that we all have the ability to make change in our lives. I work with this belief to help you explore your issues, enabling you to grow in self awareness and make changes to enhance your life the way you want to.
Have you ever felt that life is too difficult. Or that you can't cope? I am a person centred counsellor working online / telephone or in person in the Warwick & Leamington areas, offering a safe place for you to explore whatever it is you choose to bring to counselling. I offer counselling to couples, adults and young people from age 18 yrs. The Person Centred approach believes that we all have the ability to make change in our lives. I work with this belief to help you explore your issues, enabling you to grow in self awareness and make changes to enhance your life the way you want to.
01926 353623 View 01926 353623
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Kevin Roe
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
There are many reasons why you may wish to speak with a counsellor but a desire for some ‘change’ is usually present within our clients. There may be something about you which is being carried from past experiences, feelings about yourself such as low self-worth, or anxiety brought on by relationships with others or circumstances surrounding you which seem to be prevailing an assault on you. You may be suffering from depression or, fears which are seemingly taking control of you. I am trained in Trauma Therapy. Addictions or obsessions are also common reasons for our working with clients.
There are many reasons why you may wish to speak with a counsellor but a desire for some ‘change’ is usually present within our clients. There may be something about you which is being carried from past experiences, feelings about yourself such as low self-worth, or anxiety brought on by relationships with others or circumstances surrounding you which seem to be prevailing an assault on you. You may be suffering from depression or, fears which are seemingly taking control of you. I am trained in Trauma Therapy. Addictions or obsessions are also common reasons for our working with clients.
01926 569954 View 01926 569954
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Fiona Adams
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello and welcome. Sometimes life just doesn't go the way we would like it to go, with the everyday struggles that can sometimes just feel too much. At times the challenges of life can make us feel out of control, leaving us feeling lost, anxious, scared, depressed or even angry. At Footsteps counselling, I offer a safe and confidential space that will allow you to work through your struggles and explore your thoughts and feelings in a calm, confidential and supportive setting. I can help you to gain insight and understanding on what it is that may be making you feel the way you do, and help you through those difficult times.
Hello and welcome. Sometimes life just doesn't go the way we would like it to go, with the everyday struggles that can sometimes just feel too much. At times the challenges of life can make us feel out of control, leaving us feeling lost, anxious, scared, depressed or even angry. At Footsteps counselling, I offer a safe and confidential space that will allow you to work through your struggles and explore your thoughts and feelings in a calm, confidential and supportive setting. I can help you to gain insight and understanding on what it is that may be making you feel the way you do, and help you through those difficult times.
01926 357142 View 01926 357142
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Margaret Harper
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Are you looking for someone who listens with empathy but who will also intervene with strategies and tools during sessions? For tasks and experiments to carry out between sessions? I am that therapist! My approach is interactive and practical. My clients are seeking change, whatever their issues. They are adults, teenagers and couples. Whoever you are I will work hard to help you on your transformational journey, using a range of approaches, tailored to you particular issues.
Are you looking for someone who listens with empathy but who will also intervene with strategies and tools during sessions? For tasks and experiments to carry out between sessions? I am that therapist! My approach is interactive and practical. My clients are seeking change, whatever their issues. They are adults, teenagers and couples. Whoever you are I will work hard to help you on your transformational journey, using a range of approaches, tailored to you particular issues.
01926 963972 View 01926 963972
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Alan Neeld
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
For the past 25 years I have worked as a counsellor / psychotherapist. I also offer supervision to qualified and trainee therapists. Over the years I have gained a broad range of experience working with people from all walks of life, and from many cultures resulting in a good understanding of the requirements of both private individuals and corporate clients. My client base is broad and includes everyone from factory workers to professional footballers and actors. I feel it is important that a therapist can relate to their clients and this is something I excel at.
For the past 25 years I have worked as a counsellor / psychotherapist. I also offer supervision to qualified and trainee therapists. Over the years I have gained a broad range of experience working with people from all walks of life, and from many cultures resulting in a good understanding of the requirements of both private individuals and corporate clients. My client base is broad and includes everyone from factory workers to professional footballers and actors. I feel it is important that a therapist can relate to their clients and this is something I excel at.
01675 620921 View 01675 620921
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Fiona de Swardt
Psychotherapist, BACP
Serves Area
I understand that considering to approach someone to discuss private and intimate matters is not easy, but this can be life changing. Experiencing emotional difficulties that affect your moods and behaviour are more common than you think. This can significantly impact a wide range of aspects in your day-to-day life and relationships. Therapy is often an effective way to reach a better understanding of yourself and the causes of your emotional discomfort. It may also help you to find the best way forward to overcome challenges and move on to experience meaningful life improvements simultaneously alleviating pressures and stress.
I understand that considering to approach someone to discuss private and intimate matters is not easy, but this can be life changing. Experiencing emotional difficulties that affect your moods and behaviour are more common than you think. This can significantly impact a wide range of aspects in your day-to-day life and relationships. Therapy is often an effective way to reach a better understanding of yourself and the causes of your emotional discomfort. It may also help you to find the best way forward to overcome challenges and move on to experience meaningful life improvements simultaneously alleviating pressures and stress.
01926 351762 View 01926 351762

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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.