Self-Harming Counselling in Coventry

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Adriana Pavelescu
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy : CBT Treatment: People involved in RTA, Loneliness, Couple therapy, Divorce, Abuse, Anxiety, Panic attack, Depression, Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, Trauma, Passive aggressive behavior, Behavior problems, Postnatal depression, Self-harming, Separation anxiety, PTSD, Phobias, Panic Attack, etc
I'm a Clinical Psychologist(HCPC Registered) &hypnotherapist, owner of Psychotherapy&Hypnotherapy. My passion is assisting traumatized and distressed patients in their healing. I am experienced in providing psychological therapy and hypnotherapy to individuals, couples and families with a wide range of distressing feelings, including childhood trauma, anxiety disorder, panic attack, depression, stress, anger, confidence building, self esteem, phobia's, insomnia. I also offer CBT treatment session for RTA accident and Psychological Medical Report For Court. I use modalities such as CBT, Solution Focused Therapy
Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy : CBT Treatment: People involved in RTA, Loneliness, Couple therapy, Divorce, Abuse, Anxiety, Panic attack, Depression, Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, Trauma, Passive aggressive behavior, Behavior problems, Postnatal depression, Self-harming, Separation anxiety, PTSD, Phobias, Panic Attack, etc
I'm a Clinical Psychologist(HCPC Registered) &hypnotherapist, owner of Psychotherapy&Hypnotherapy. My passion is assisting traumatized and distressed patients in their healing. I am experienced in providing psychological therapy and hypnotherapy to individuals, couples and families with a wide range of distressing feelings, including childhood trauma, anxiety disorder, panic attack, depression, stress, anger, confidence building, self esteem, phobia's, insomnia. I also offer CBT treatment session for RTA accident and Psychological Medical Report For Court. I use modalities such as CBT, Solution Focused Therapy
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Aman Johal
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Hi I'm Aman. Welcome to my page. I understand it can take immense courage to engage in therapy to confront emotional pain and distress. I know it is common to avoid anxiety provoking situations to stop those painful feelings from arising. However, this can be adverse for you in the long term. I offer Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy which will give you the opportunity to identify and challenge negative patterns of thoughts and behaviours. I can enable you to learn new strategies so you manage your distress and life situations better.
Hi I'm Aman. Welcome to my page. I understand it can take immense courage to engage in therapy to confront emotional pain and distress. I know it is common to avoid anxiety provoking situations to stop those painful feelings from arising. However, this can be adverse for you in the long term. I offer Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy which will give you the opportunity to identify and challenge negative patterns of thoughts and behaviours. I can enable you to learn new strategies so you manage your distress and life situations better.
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Ellie Pulley
Counsellor, FNCPS
Verified Verified
Throughout my career I have observed that there is often a reason why we are feeling a certain way, however sometimes we might feel lost in knowing exactly what or why that is. My name is Ellie Pulley, and for the past 10 years I have been working with individuals to help them have a greater understanding of ‘self’ and for them to overcome their distresses in life which may be holding them back. I am a Level 5 qualified counsellor and I offer online counselling nationwide across the United Kingdom specialising in Addictions, Anxiety, Low Self Esteem & Confidence, Negative Thinking patterns and Childhood Trauma.
Throughout my career I have observed that there is often a reason why we are feeling a certain way, however sometimes we might feel lost in knowing exactly what or why that is. My name is Ellie Pulley, and for the past 10 years I have been working with individuals to help them have a greater understanding of ‘self’ and for them to overcome their distresses in life which may be holding them back. I am a Level 5 qualified counsellor and I offer online counselling nationwide across the United Kingdom specialising in Addictions, Anxiety, Low Self Esteem & Confidence, Negative Thinking patterns and Childhood Trauma.
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Martyn Blair
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Is this one of those times in life where 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..
Is this one of those times in life where 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..
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Jay McCarthy
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you feel like you’ve been living life in hard mode for too long? I am here to support you in finding your way from struggling to thriving. I am an experienced counsellor specialising in supporting neurodivergent (inc. autism, ADHD, & BPD) and LGBTQ+ clients. Whether you are depressed, anxious, or feeling stuck, I offer you a space to bring all of that, openly, without judgement. I take a person-centred approach, not seeing you as broken or in need of fixing, but rather supporting you in making sense of things and helping you feel wholly accepted just as you are. I have extensive experience supporting survivors of sexual abuse.
Do you feel like you’ve been living life in hard mode for too long? I am here to support you in finding your way from struggling to thriving. I am an experienced counsellor specialising in supporting neurodivergent (inc. autism, ADHD, & BPD) and LGBTQ+ clients. Whether you are depressed, anxious, or feeling stuck, I offer you a space to bring all of that, openly, without judgement. I take a person-centred approach, not seeing you as broken or in need of fixing, but rather supporting you in making sense of things and helping you feel wholly accepted just as you are. I have extensive experience supporting survivors of sexual abuse.
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Luke Webster
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
I understand that what has happened to you and what you are experiencing is challenging and comes with difficult thoughts and feelings. I can offer a safe place where you can explore those thoughts and feelings without judgment or pressure. Whether you are looking to understand your self more, be understood or to find out a path to feel happier and think differently, I can help. I work with many different challenges including anxiety, depression, stress and many more.
I understand that what has happened to you and what you are experiencing is challenging and comes with difficult thoughts and feelings. I can offer a safe place where you can explore those thoughts and feelings without judgment or pressure. Whether you are looking to understand your self more, be understood or to find out a path to feel happier and think differently, I can help. I work with many different challenges including anxiety, depression, stress and many more.
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Claire Nash
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
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.
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Aisha Ahmed
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
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.
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Joanne Kenning
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
A warm welcome to you! I'm Jo and I’m a counsellor and psychotherapist with a wealth of experience in providing support to clients with a range of difficulties and concerns from relationship difficulties to anxiety, low self-esteem and work related issues to name a few! Whatever your struggle may be, the good news is you’ve taken the first step in making a positive change, and that is why you are currently reading these very words - you are considering counselling and although that may seem scary right now it also may be the best decision you ever made. (I offer an initial free 30 minute online consultation to all new clients)
A warm welcome to you! I'm Jo and I’m a counsellor and psychotherapist with a wealth of experience in providing support to clients with a range of difficulties and concerns from relationship difficulties to anxiety, low self-esteem and work related issues to name a few! Whatever your struggle may be, the good news is you’ve taken the first step in making a positive change, and that is why you are currently reading these very words - you are considering counselling and although that may seem scary right now it also may be the best decision you ever made. (I offer an initial free 30 minute online consultation to all new clients)
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Lyn Smailes
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, ACC-ACM
Verified Verified
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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Leesha Irwin
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Waitlist for new clients
Passionate art psychotherapist dedicated to helping people to express themselves and resolve conflict through artistic mediums. To obtain a position using the creative process of art making to improve and enhance the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of individuals of all ages. Aspires to continuously progress academically, socially, and professionally.
Passionate art psychotherapist dedicated to helping people to express themselves and resolve conflict through artistic mediums. To obtain a position using the creative process of art making to improve and enhance the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of individuals of all ages. Aspires to continuously progress academically, socially, and professionally.
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Camilla Faith Matthews
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
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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Jacqueline Hurst
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
People who are finding every day a real struggle with strong, even overwhelming feelings of depression, anxiety, stress, anger. At the other end of the spectrum are some who may have feelings of dissatisfaction a sense that they are not getting all they want in their lives. I believe that all of us want to strive to be happier and more fulfilled than we currently are. We want to feel a connection with other people and to have a sense of well being and connection with the world around us.
People who are finding every day a real struggle with strong, even overwhelming feelings of depression, anxiety, stress, anger. At the other end of the spectrum are some who may have feelings of dissatisfaction a sense that they are not getting all they want in their lives. I believe that all of us want to strive to be happier and more fulfilled than we currently are. We want to feel a connection with other people and to have a sense of well being and connection with the world around us.
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Melanie Frost
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seeking support can be a daunting prospect but so is living a life full of anxiety and overwhelm. I work in a sensitive and compassionate manner, offering a safe therapeutic space, free from judgement for you to explore life's difficulties at a pace which best suits you. Together we will make sense of what you are thinking and feeling, increasing your capacity to sit with distress, how to heal, move forward and make positive change to live a more fulfilled life. I am very happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have.
Seeking support can be a daunting prospect but so is living a life full of anxiety and overwhelm. I work in a sensitive and compassionate manner, offering a safe therapeutic space, free from judgement for you to explore life's difficulties at a pace which best suits you. Together we will make sense of what you are thinking and feeling, increasing your capacity to sit with distress, how to heal, move forward and make positive change to live a more fulfilled life. I am very happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have.
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Eira Smith
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
I am flexible with the hours I work via telephone or video webcam and face to face sessions. I am fully qualified and have 31 years experience in counselling practice. I worked for 17 years in education, counselling students, of all ages, and as a counselling trainer. During that time I began my Private practice from home, counselling employees from all walks of life through the Employee Assistance Programme over the last 28 years. If its change you are looking for in your life, then contact me for a confidential assessment session . This will enable both of us to see if we can work towards your preferred future.
I am flexible with the hours I work via telephone or video webcam and face to face sessions. I am fully qualified and have 31 years experience in counselling practice. I worked for 17 years in education, counselling students, of all ages, and as a counselling trainer. During that time I began my Private practice from home, counselling employees from all walks of life through the Employee Assistance Programme over the last 28 years. If its change you are looking for in your life, then contact me for a confidential assessment session . This will enable both of us to see if we can work towards your preferred future.
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The Therapeutic Camper - Val McFadden Counsellor
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
A very warm welcome to you and thank you for reading my profile. Are you feeling overwhelmed? Exhausted? Life just feels too much? Your brain is not your friend? Life can be overwhelming and exceptionally hard at times. It is brave to ask for help when you are struggling and I would like to be your helping hand. I cannot promise to fix things for you, however I can listen and give you a warm, therapeutic, non-judgemental space where you can hear yourself and that is surprisingly powerful.
A very warm welcome to you and thank you for reading my profile. Are you feeling overwhelmed? Exhausted? Life just feels too much? Your brain is not your friend? Life can be overwhelming and exceptionally hard at times. It is brave to ask for help when you are struggling and I would like to be your helping hand. I cannot promise to fix things for you, however I can listen and give you a warm, therapeutic, non-judgemental space where you can hear yourself and that is surprisingly powerful.
024 7542 4166 View 024 7542 4166
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Inspire To Achieve
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
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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Lucy Shah
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Online Only
As a Person Centred, Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist, I incorporate within my approach alternative, accessible & preventative therapeutic styles & tools that have proven to be of great benefit to the overall mental health & wellbeing of clients I have had the privilege of supporting within their journey of healing. My methodology combines a range of effective approaches including education & empowerment by developing an emotional understanding & acceptance of self. My approach to therapy also greatly encourages self-love, confidence, care, resilience & reliance.
As a Person Centred, Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist, I incorporate within my approach alternative, accessible & preventative therapeutic styles & tools that have proven to be of great benefit to the overall mental health & wellbeing of clients I have had the privilege of supporting within their journey of healing. My methodology combines a range of effective approaches including education & empowerment by developing an emotional understanding & acceptance of self. My approach to therapy also greatly encourages self-love, confidence, care, resilience & reliance.
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Dorrie Hannah Townend
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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 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.
01842 771514 View 01842 771514
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Lyndsay Goulding
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Hi, I work as a CBT therapist, with experience working in private practice, colleges and within counselling organisations. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is a type of psychotherapy that helps people manage mental health issues by changing how they think and behave, and challenge unhelpful thought patterns. CBT can help with a variety of issues; Anxiety, ADHD, Anger, Depression, Low-self esteem, Panic Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. I work with trauma, (PTSD) helping individuals unravel years of trauma and understand repeated unhelpful behaviours. This enables individuals to work through and overcome difficult issues.
Hi, I work as a CBT therapist, with experience working in private practice, colleges and within counselling organisations. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is a type of psychotherapy that helps people manage mental health issues by changing how they think and behave, and challenge unhelpful thought patterns. CBT can help with a variety of issues; Anxiety, ADHD, Anger, Depression, Low-self esteem, Panic Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. I work with trauma, (PTSD) helping individuals unravel years of trauma and understand repeated unhelpful behaviours. This enables individuals to work through and overcome difficult issues.
024 7526 2533 View 024 7526 2533
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Self-Harming Counsellors

How does therapy for self-harm work?

A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behaviour therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.

Which therapies are best for self-harm?

Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.

Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?

Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.

How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.