Creative Therapy Counselling in Croydon
There are times when what once made sense no longer does — when loss, change, or exhaustion leave you holding more than you can carry. You might be grieving someone, something, or even the version of yourself who kept going. You may be realising how much you’ve adapted to fit in, or how tired you are of coping alone. Therapy can be a space to exhale — where nothing has to be held together and you can begin to feel met, not managed.
There are times when what once made sense no longer does — when loss, change, or exhaustion leave you holding more than you can carry. You might be grieving someone, something, or even the version of yourself who kept going. You may be realising how much you’ve adapted to fit in, or how tired you are of coping alone. Therapy can be a space to exhale — where nothing has to be held together and you can begin to feel met, not managed.
My name is Jacquie, I am a qualified Counsellor and Coach. Whether you are feeling that all is not well for you and are low in mood, stuck, experiencing loss, burnt out or feeling anxiety then I am here to support you. Or perhaps you are tired of having to show up with a mask to present yourself as another person due to your race, identity, gender or sexuality, if so, then we can work to uncover who you really are. As a black neuroaffirmative therapist I help my adult and young clients, who are mainly neurodiverse, to keep them safe and contained in what can be challenging and uncertain times that they and you may be facing.
My name is Jacquie, I am a qualified Counsellor and Coach. Whether you are feeling that all is not well for you and are low in mood, stuck, experiencing loss, burnt out or feeling anxiety then I am here to support you. Or perhaps you are tired of having to show up with a mask to present yourself as another person due to your race, identity, gender or sexuality, if so, then we can work to uncover who you really are. As a black neuroaffirmative therapist I help my adult and young clients, who are mainly neurodiverse, to keep them safe and contained in what can be challenging and uncertain times that they and you may be facing.
Using toys, games, sensory resources, and art materials, I facilitate children in exploring and communicating thoughts and feelings that can sometimes be difficult to put into words.
For children, play is often a natural way of communicating and making sense of their experiences. I provide a safe, caring, and non-judgemental space where children can feel heard, understood, and supported as they build confidence, emotional understanding and healthier ways of coping.
Using toys, games, sensory resources, and art materials, I facilitate children in exploring and communicating thoughts and feelings that can sometimes be difficult to put into words.
For children, play is often a natural way of communicating and making sense of their experiences. I provide a safe, caring, and non-judgemental space where children can feel heard, understood, and supported as they build confidence, emotional understanding and healthier ways of coping.
If you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, grief, or the effects of narcissistic abuse, you're not alone. Sarah (name changed for confidentiality) came to me feeling overwhelmed by past pain and confusion. Together, we uncovered the layers of her trauma, helping her understand her emotions and break free from the grip of the past. Today, Sarah is on a path of rebuilding her life—she's regained clarity and found the peace she thought was out of reach. Like Sarah, you too can break free from past pain, rebuild your life, and find a clearer, more balanced state of mind.
If you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, grief, or the effects of narcissistic abuse, you're not alone. Sarah (name changed for confidentiality) came to me feeling overwhelmed by past pain and confusion. Together, we uncovered the layers of her trauma, helping her understand her emotions and break free from the grip of the past. Today, Sarah is on a path of rebuilding her life—she's regained clarity and found the peace she thought was out of reach. Like Sarah, you too can break free from past pain, rebuild your life, and find a clearer, more balanced state of mind.
I’m Dr Luke, a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist offering online therapy across the UK. I work with people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or highly self-critical, often during periods of change in health, work, or relationships. Many of the people I help are thoughtful and capable on the outside, yet struggle internally with pressure, doubt, or feeling disconnected from what really matters to them. Therapy can offer a space to slow things down, make sense of patterns, and begin living more in line with your values.
I’m Dr Luke, a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist offering online therapy across the UK. I work with people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or highly self-critical, often during periods of change in health, work, or relationships. Many of the people I help are thoughtful and capable on the outside, yet struggle internally with pressure, doubt, or feeling disconnected from what really matters to them. Therapy can offer a space to slow things down, make sense of patterns, and begin living more in line with your values.
I work with adults (18+) who look like they are coping on the outside, but inside feel overwhelmed, stuck or unsure of themselves. Many are holding everything together while dealing with anxiety around work, low mood, difficult relationships, family issues or the impact of past experiences.
I help clients understand what is happening beneath these patterns, rather than judging themselves for having them. Together, we explore how past experiences, attachment wounds and relationship dynamics may be shaping the present, so they can build more self-awareness, stronger boundaries and a clearer sense of who they are.
I work with adults (18+) who look like they are coping on the outside, but inside feel overwhelmed, stuck or unsure of themselves. Many are holding everything together while dealing with anxiety around work, low mood, difficult relationships, family issues or the impact of past experiences.
I help clients understand what is happening beneath these patterns, rather than judging themselves for having them. Together, we explore how past experiences, attachment wounds and relationship dynamics may be shaping the present, so they can build more self-awareness, stronger boundaries and a clearer sense of who they are.
Hi, I am an integrative counsellor, passionate about supporting people from diverse backgrounds through counselling. It's my privilege to offer a safe accepting space where you can be seen and heard. Maybe you have experienced a painful trauma or feel incongruent with who you are and who you want to be. You may be experiencing overwhelming emotions like anger, anxiety, depression, grief, or you may feel unsafe in your own body. I will provide you with a safe supportive space where your emotions and thoughts can be expressed and validated. I am trauma informed and use a variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques to suit you.
Hi, I am an integrative counsellor, passionate about supporting people from diverse backgrounds through counselling. It's my privilege to offer a safe accepting space where you can be seen and heard. Maybe you have experienced a painful trauma or feel incongruent with who you are and who you want to be. You may be experiencing overwhelming emotions like anger, anxiety, depression, grief, or you may feel unsafe in your own body. I will provide you with a safe supportive space where your emotions and thoughts can be expressed and validated. I am trauma informed and use a variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques to suit you.
I am a qualified counsellor based in London, offering online and in-person sessions. I specialise in identity and life transitions, including parenthood, pregnancy, immigration, marriage, divorce, and LGBTQIA+ identity.
I work with fertility challenges, miscarriage, termination, coming out, loss of meaning, loneliness, spirituality, and feeling between cultures or identities. This includes supporting LGBTQ+ people from Asian, Black, Muslim and mixed-race backgrounds navigating belonging, identity and acceptance.
These experiences may present as anxiety, low mood, sleep difficulties, or disconnection from self or others.
I am a qualified counsellor based in London, offering online and in-person sessions. I specialise in identity and life transitions, including parenthood, pregnancy, immigration, marriage, divorce, and LGBTQIA+ identity.
I work with fertility challenges, miscarriage, termination, coming out, loss of meaning, loneliness, spirituality, and feeling between cultures or identities. This includes supporting LGBTQ+ people from Asian, Black, Muslim and mixed-race backgrounds navigating belonging, identity and acceptance.
These experiences may present as anxiety, low mood, sleep difficulties, or disconnection from self or others.
I am a Clinical Trauma Therapist specialising in helping adult survivors of childhood abuse. As a Certified Clinical Anxiety Specialist and Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor, I offer support through a blend of neuroscience, grounding techniques, and psychoeducation. Additionally, I work with individuals diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder, utilising Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques. My approach is holistic and empathetic, dedicated to fostering healing and resilience in a safe and supportive environment. I work bilingually in English and Romanian.
I am a Clinical Trauma Therapist specialising in helping adult survivors of childhood abuse. As a Certified Clinical Anxiety Specialist and Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor, I offer support through a blend of neuroscience, grounding techniques, and psychoeducation. Additionally, I work with individuals diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder, utilising Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques. My approach is holistic and empathetic, dedicated to fostering healing and resilience in a safe and supportive environment. I work bilingually in English and Romanian.
I use creative mediums such as art, drama, music, sand play, story telling and many other channels to understand a child/ young person’s world and help them deal with social/emotional challenges.
I providing a empathetic, permissive environment which is child focused. This is an approach that helps children in a variety of ways. Children receive emotional support and can learn to understand more about their own feelings and thoughts. Sometimes they may re-enact or play out difficult circumstances that they simply don't have the words to express.
I use creative mediums such as art, drama, music, sand play, story telling and many other channels to understand a child/ young person’s world and help them deal with social/emotional challenges.
I providing a empathetic, permissive environment which is child focused. This is an approach that helps children in a variety of ways. Children receive emotional support and can learn to understand more about their own feelings and thoughts. Sometimes they may re-enact or play out difficult circumstances that they simply don't have the words to express.
When it comes to therapy, the process can be life changing or sometimes just very necessary. When clients need to confront issues or make changes, this can be daunting, overwhelming or even confusing. My role as a therapist is not to judge you or tell you what to do; instead I aim to help you see your situation more clearly and guide you towards your own innate wisdom. The clients I work with are ready to embark on this inner journey of transformation gaining better self-awareness, improved self-acceptance and greater authenticity.
When it comes to therapy, the process can be life changing or sometimes just very necessary. When clients need to confront issues or make changes, this can be daunting, overwhelming or even confusing. My role as a therapist is not to judge you or tell you what to do; instead I aim to help you see your situation more clearly and guide you towards your own innate wisdom. The clients I work with are ready to embark on this inner journey of transformation gaining better self-awareness, improved self-acceptance and greater authenticity.
When emotions feel overwhelming, whether for you or your child, it can be hard to know where to turn. You may be noticing anxiety, emotional outbursts, school refusal, or a sense that something isn’t quite right. Many parents tell me they feel worried and unsure how best to support their child. Or perhaps, as an adult, you feel stuck carrying the weight of past experiences, finding that relationships, work, or daily life feel overwhelming. I offer trauma-informed therapy and a calm, compassionate space to begin making sense of what is happening and move toward healing.
When emotions feel overwhelming, whether for you or your child, it can be hard to know where to turn. You may be noticing anxiety, emotional outbursts, school refusal, or a sense that something isn’t quite right. Many parents tell me they feel worried and unsure how best to support their child. Or perhaps, as an adult, you feel stuck carrying the weight of past experiences, finding that relationships, work, or daily life feel overwhelming. I offer trauma-informed therapy and a calm, compassionate space to begin making sense of what is happening and move toward healing.
Welcome! My aim as your counsellor is to provide you with a safe and accepting space in which we can explore the reasons that bring you to counselling, and work together to bring you to a place of healing, growth and restoration. My integrative approach draws on different ideas and strategies, allowing flexibility to suit the needs of the individual. I will work with you to set goals and allow you to set your own pace. I am experienced in working with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self esteem and body image. I can help you to manage stress, or identify unhelpful behavioural patterns that are keeping you stuck.
Welcome! My aim as your counsellor is to provide you with a safe and accepting space in which we can explore the reasons that bring you to counselling, and work together to bring you to a place of healing, growth and restoration. My integrative approach draws on different ideas and strategies, allowing flexibility to suit the needs of the individual. I will work with you to set goals and allow you to set your own pace. I am experienced in working with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self esteem and body image. I can help you to manage stress, or identify unhelpful behavioural patterns that are keeping you stuck.
As a qualified Integrative Therapist, with a PG/Diploma in Art Psychotherapy, my expertise extends beyond traditional talking therapy techniques.
As an Integrative Therapist, my primary role is to provide support to individuals who are seeking guidance in addressing their current needs. With 8 years of experience in training and working with diverse client groups, I have gained valuable understanding. In addition to acquiring professional therapeutic qualifications to enhance my practice, I am well versed in assisting a number of client presentations such as: Trauma • Sexual Abuse • Alcohol & Substance misuse • Depression • Anxiety • PTSD • Family & Relationship issues • Sexuality/LGBTQ support • Anger & Behavioural struggles, among other client presentations.
As a qualified Integrative Therapist, with a PG/Diploma in Art Psychotherapy, my expertise extends beyond traditional talking therapy techniques.
As an Integrative Therapist, my primary role is to provide support to individuals who are seeking guidance in addressing their current needs. With 8 years of experience in training and working with diverse client groups, I have gained valuable understanding. In addition to acquiring professional therapeutic qualifications to enhance my practice, I am well versed in assisting a number of client presentations such as: Trauma • Sexual Abuse • Alcohol & Substance misuse • Depression • Anxiety • PTSD • Family & Relationship issues • Sexuality/LGBTQ support • Anger & Behavioural struggles, among other client presentations.
Welcome to Katherine Hamblin Counselling. I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace. I'm an integrative therapist working with adults, children, and young people. My approach combines psychodynamic and person-centred therapy, and I sometimes work creatively, if that feels right for you. Whatever brings you here — grief, anxiety, self-esteem, or something harder to name — I’ll walk alongside you with empathy, care, and honesty.
Welcome to Katherine Hamblin Counselling. I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace. I'm an integrative therapist working with adults, children, and young people. My approach combines psychodynamic and person-centred therapy, and I sometimes work creatively, if that feels right for you. Whatever brings you here — grief, anxiety, self-esteem, or something harder to name — I’ll walk alongside you with empathy, care, and honesty.
Having been a client myself, in my past, I have a strong appreciation of how difficult and painful life can be at times and the benefits of being able to explore what is going on for you in a totally non-judgmental, deeply empathic and confidential space, which is for you and you alone. I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist which means I am qualified and experienced in working with a range of strategies, techniques and modalities, depending on your specific needs with 16 years expc. The therapeutic relationship we will share is central to the work we will do together in order to help you explore and resolve your issues.
Having been a client myself, in my past, I have a strong appreciation of how difficult and painful life can be at times and the benefits of being able to explore what is going on for you in a totally non-judgmental, deeply empathic and confidential space, which is for you and you alone. I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist which means I am qualified and experienced in working with a range of strategies, techniques and modalities, depending on your specific needs with 16 years expc. The therapeutic relationship we will share is central to the work we will do together in order to help you explore and resolve your issues.
Do you need space and time to talk? If so, I am here to offer you the time and space to explore your worries and concerns in a confidential and safe environment. In a busy world full of judgements and rules, I can offer you a space where your thoughts and worries will be heard, acknowledged and respected. I can provide you with a place where you will not feel judged and where you can feel free to express your deepest concerns. I can appreciate that making the first step can be incredibly challenging. If you have not experienced any counselling or psychotherapy before it is understandable that you may be nervous about what to expect.
Do you need space and time to talk? If so, I am here to offer you the time and space to explore your worries and concerns in a confidential and safe environment. In a busy world full of judgements and rules, I can offer you a space where your thoughts and worries will be heard, acknowledged and respected. I can provide you with a place where you will not feel judged and where you can feel free to express your deepest concerns. I can appreciate that making the first step can be incredibly challenging. If you have not experienced any counselling or psychotherapy before it is understandable that you may be nervous about what to expect.
I am an integrative therapist committed to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges by blending multiple therapeutic approaches tailored to each person’s unique needs. I believe that healing is a dynamic process that can involve emotional, mental, and physical aspects of a person’s experience. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore and understand your feelings, behaviours, and thoughts, while working towards meaningful change.
If you’re ready to explore your inner world, gain clarity, and begin your journey towards healing and personal growth, I would be honoured to support you along the way.
I am an integrative therapist committed to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges by blending multiple therapeutic approaches tailored to each person’s unique needs. I believe that healing is a dynamic process that can involve emotional, mental, and physical aspects of a person’s experience. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore and understand your feelings, behaviours, and thoughts, while working towards meaningful change.
If you’re ready to explore your inner world, gain clarity, and begin your journey towards healing and personal growth, I would be honoured to support you along the way.
Sessions are tailored to each individual and their ability and needs so are integrative in nature drawing on play, art, person-centred and CBT techniques & psychodynamic thinking.
I am an experienced and fully qualified (PG diploma, Level 7) integrative young person counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor specifically trained to work with 5-25 year olds, their families, and CYP therapists. I offer long-term and short-term individual therapy and supervision from my garden room in Warlingham, Surrey (near Croydon, Caterham and Purley) or online.
Sessions are tailored to each individual and their ability and needs so are integrative in nature drawing on play, art, person-centred and CBT techniques & psychodynamic thinking.
I am an experienced and fully qualified (PG diploma, Level 7) integrative young person counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor specifically trained to work with 5-25 year olds, their families, and CYP therapists. I offer long-term and short-term individual therapy and supervision from my garden room in Warlingham, Surrey (near Croydon, Caterham and Purley) or online.
People often find counselling useful when they are struggling to make sense of difficult thoughts, feelings and experiences they are encountering. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space in which an individual can explore their life in their own personal way, as a means of finding deeper understanding; balance and to strengthen their resolve. Whilst being a counsellor I have experience working within the Ministry Of Justice for 19+ years delivering Therapeutic Groups for both men and women who have entered the Criminal Justice System.
People often find counselling useful when they are struggling to make sense of difficult thoughts, feelings and experiences they are encountering. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space in which an individual can explore their life in their own personal way, as a means of finding deeper understanding; balance and to strengthen their resolve. Whilst being a counsellor I have experience working within the Ministry Of Justice for 19+ years delivering Therapeutic Groups for both men and women who have entered the Criminal Justice System.
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- Mitcham
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- South Croydon
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- Thornton Heath
- Warlingham
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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.