Depression Counselling in Derby

Jonathan Stone - Discover U
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Derby DE1
I work with people experiencing a range of issues - Relationship issues; anxiety including panic disorders and depression; post natal depression; work problems; stress; loss, I am trained and have considerable experience in working with psychiatric diagnosis.
As an Integrative Psychotherapist I am able to offer individuals and couples both short and long term psychotherapy and counselling. Current specific interests -Trauma, specific and chronic, PTSD, Somatisation and somatic disorders, Relationship difficulties. I can help you with Self esteem, Depression, Anxiety, Dissociative disorders and other difficulties
I work with people experiencing a range of issues - Relationship issues; anxiety including panic disorders and depression; post natal depression; work problems; stress; loss, I am trained and have considerable experience in working with psychiatric diagnosis.
As an Integrative Psychotherapist I am able to offer individuals and couples both short and long term psychotherapy and counselling. Current specific interests -Trauma, specific and chronic, PTSD, Somatisation and somatic disorders, Relationship difficulties. I can help you with Self esteem, Depression, Anxiety, Dissociative disorders and other difficulties
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Donna Cooper
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Derby DE65
Hello, I’m Donna. I am a Holistic Psychotherapist who is passionate about providing a service that is able to tailor therapy to the needs of the individual. During my time working as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, I have become increasingly aware of the need to adopt a flexible and more inclusive way of offering therapy. With the aim of offering you a person-centred approach to your therapy journey, I have completed training in a variety of disciplines and therapies. Each therapy can be accessed as a stand-alone treatment or as part of a tailored treatment plan.
Hello, I’m Donna. I am a Holistic Psychotherapist who is passionate about providing a service that is able to tailor therapy to the needs of the individual. During my time working as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, I have become increasingly aware of the need to adopt a flexible and more inclusive way of offering therapy. With the aim of offering you a person-centred approach to your therapy journey, I have completed training in a variety of disciplines and therapies. Each therapy can be accessed as a stand-alone treatment or as part of a tailored treatment plan.
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Joshua Gahonia
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Derby DE1
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, depression, stress, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, and work-related pressures.
My approach is integrative, drawing on person-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and attachment-informed approaches. In practice, this means I tailor the work to you rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. I place particular importance on building a secure and trusting therapeutic relationship.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, depression, stress, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, and work-related pressures.
My approach is integrative, drawing on person-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and attachment-informed approaches. In practice, this means I tailor the work to you rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. I place particular importance on building a secure and trusting therapeutic relationship.
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Jasmin Bola
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or simply want to understand yourself better, therapy can help you uncover the roots of your struggles and find new ways of coping and growing.
Hi, I’m Jasmin. Life brings challenges in many forms, sometimes within ourselves, sometimes in our relationships, and sometimes in our work with others. My role is to provide a safe, supportive space to help you navigate those challenges and move forward with clarity, confidence, and strength. Seeking support takes courage, and the fact that you’re here shows the strength you already carry within you. Together, we’ll create a safe, supportive space where you can heal, grow, and step into the life you want with greater confidence and ease.
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or simply want to understand yourself better, therapy can help you uncover the roots of your struggles and find new ways of coping and growing.
Hi, I’m Jasmin. Life brings challenges in many forms, sometimes within ourselves, sometimes in our relationships, and sometimes in our work with others. My role is to provide a safe, supportive space to help you navigate those challenges and move forward with clarity, confidence, and strength. Seeking support takes courage, and the fact that you’re here shows the strength you already carry within you. Together, we’ll create a safe, supportive space where you can heal, grow, and step into the life you want with greater confidence and ease.
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Jayne Davies
Counsellor, BACP
Online Only
People affected by addiction Neurodivergent adults Women with complex or overlapping needs People navigating grief or bereavement Individuals facing anxiety, depression, or stress Clients dealing with compulsive or behavioural addictions Couples experiencing relationship strain
I support adults and couples with addiction, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I have extensive experience in substance misuse, women’s complex needs, and neurodiversity, especially autism and ADHD. My person‑centred, non‑judgmental approach offers a safe space to explore what you need.
People affected by addiction Neurodivergent adults Women with complex or overlapping needs People navigating grief or bereavement Individuals facing anxiety, depression, or stress Clients dealing with compulsive or behavioural addictions Couples experiencing relationship strain
I support adults and couples with addiction, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I have extensive experience in substance misuse, women’s complex needs, and neurodiversity, especially autism and ADHD. My person‑centred, non‑judgmental approach offers a safe space to explore what you need.
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Aleksandra Szymanska
Psychologist, MA, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Derby DE1
My areas of interest include depression and anxiety disorders, self-esteem, trauma, neurodiversity, chronic health concerns, burnout, and relationship difficulties.
I am a registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologist with over 25 years of clinical experience supporting clients with a wide range of life challenges. I work with individuals and couples from diverse social and cultural backgrounds, and I aim to create a welcoming, safe and supportive space where everyone feels understood and respected. I value the opportunity to support my clients as they work through personal challenges, gain insight into themselves, and make positive changes that help them move toward their goals.
My areas of interest include depression and anxiety disorders, self-esteem, trauma, neurodiversity, chronic health concerns, burnout, and relationship difficulties.
I am a registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologist with over 25 years of clinical experience supporting clients with a wide range of life challenges. I work with individuals and couples from diverse social and cultural backgrounds, and I aim to create a welcoming, safe and supportive space where everyone feels understood and respected. I value the opportunity to support my clients as they work through personal challenges, gain insight into themselves, and make positive changes that help them move toward their goals.
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Sabina Randazzo
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Derby DE1
I can help you with a number of struggles including anxiety, depression, trauma, and marital problems.
This is your time! You have done something amazing today! By choosing to look for support you have taken your first positive step toward feeling well. Things can change, you are not alone, I can support you through this journey! Together we can start to find solution tailored for you. I believe that everyone has the ability to realise their potential. My integrative approach combines the modalities of cognitive-behavioural therapy, person-centred therapy, attachment theory and a spiritual element which is key to people's health and happiness.
I can help you with a number of struggles including anxiety, depression, trauma, and marital problems.
This is your time! You have done something amazing today! By choosing to look for support you have taken your first positive step toward feeling well. Things can change, you are not alone, I can support you through this journey! Together we can start to find solution tailored for you. I believe that everyone has the ability to realise their potential. My integrative approach combines the modalities of cognitive-behavioural therapy, person-centred therapy, attachment theory and a spiritual element which is key to people's health and happiness.
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NEIL STUART PORTER
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Derby DE3
We can explore what may be contributing to anxiety, depression or the effects of trauma, while developing greater understanding, healthier ways of coping and meaningful change.
You may be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed or stuck, or perhaps something simply does not feel right. You may be carrying the effects of difficult experiences, struggling in relationships, questioning your direction, or finding it hard to cope alone. I work with adults from a wide range of backgrounds and with many different concerns. You do not need to have the perfect words or a clear explanation before coming to counselling. We can begin with whatever feels most important and work together at a pace that feels manageable.
We can explore what may be contributing to anxiety, depression or the effects of trauma, while developing greater understanding, healthier ways of coping and meaningful change.
You may be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed or stuck, or perhaps something simply does not feel right. You may be carrying the effects of difficult experiences, struggling in relationships, questioning your direction, or finding it hard to cope alone. I work with adults from a wide range of backgrounds and with many different concerns. You do not need to have the perfect words or a clear explanation before coming to counselling. We can begin with whatever feels most important and work together at a pace that feels manageable.
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Rabbeka Jagot
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
We all have experiences that shape us, so let’s sit with yours, together. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, identity, grief, relationship dynamics, life transitions, feeling a little ‘stuck’, want to understand yourself more deeply, or simply want a space to process life, you don’t have to do it alone. We can work together to support your journe
We all have experiences that shape us, so let’s sit with yours, together. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, identity, grief, relationship dynamics, life transitions, feeling a little ‘stuck’, want to understand yourself more deeply, or simply want a space to process life, you don’t have to do it alone. We can work together to support your journe
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Lydia Alty
Psychotherapist, MA, BACP
Derby DE1
I support individuals that feel like they are in a complete rut. You've tried the books, the videos the podcasts but mentally nothing seems to be shifting. You might have found my listing because you are absolutely exhausted from keeping it together, trying and nothing working. Perhaps you've spent years feeling misunderstood, whether that's due to ADHD, autism, difficult life experiences, or ongoing challenges with your mental health. You may be carrying self-doubt, anxiety, overwhelm, or a sense that you've somehow lost yourself along the way. If any of this resonates with you, please know you're not alone.
I support individuals that feel like they are in a complete rut. You've tried the books, the videos the podcasts but mentally nothing seems to be shifting. You might have found my listing because you are absolutely exhausted from keeping it together, trying and nothing working. Perhaps you've spent years feeling misunderstood, whether that's due to ADHD, autism, difficult life experiences, or ongoing challenges with your mental health. You may be carrying self-doubt, anxiety, overwhelm, or a sense that you've somehow lost yourself along the way. If any of this resonates with you, please know you're not alone.
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Andrea Barratt
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Derby DE22
It might be because of depression, anxiety, low mood, a lack of confidence or feeling overwhelmed.
Ever thought "there's a part of me that thinks this and another part thinks that". As an IFS therapist I encourage you to listen to your parts. With compassion and curiosity we learn the reasons they do the things they do. With their permission its possible to heal the wounded parts which can improve symptoms resulting in inner balance and harmony.
It might be because of depression, anxiety, low mood, a lack of confidence or feeling overwhelmed.
Ever thought "there's a part of me that thinks this and another part thinks that". As an IFS therapist I encourage you to listen to your parts. With compassion and curiosity we learn the reasons they do the things they do. With their permission its possible to heal the wounded parts which can improve symptoms resulting in inner balance and harmony.
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Ian Wilcox
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Derby DE65
Counselling can help with issues such as: anxiety, depression, stress, self-harm, relationship issues, loneliness, self-esteem, bereavement, intrusive thoughts and trauma.
Our early life experiences often influence our beliefs about ourselves as adults. We may feel we should be different, or notice that we tend to see things in an overly negative light. I can help you to interpret situations in a more balanced way, to make positive changes in your life, and to move towards personal growth and healing. I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, and provide a calm and professional space for us to make these changes. Counselling can be richly rewarding, helping you to gain a new understanding of your past and a more positive vision of your future.
Counselling can help with issues such as: anxiety, depression, stress, self-harm, relationship issues, loneliness, self-esteem, bereavement, intrusive thoughts and trauma.
Our early life experiences often influence our beliefs about ourselves as adults. We may feel we should be different, or notice that we tend to see things in an overly negative light. I can help you to interpret situations in a more balanced way, to make positive changes in your life, and to move towards personal growth and healing. I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, and provide a calm and professional space for us to make these changes. Counselling can be richly rewarding, helping you to gain a new understanding of your past and a more positive vision of your future.
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David Everett
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Derby DE1
I have worked as a psychotherapist since 2018 and have helped hundreds of clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and work-related stress.
My approach is integrative, combining CBT, EMDR, Person-Centred Therapy, CFT and Attachment Theory to meet individual needs. Together we can explore underlying patterns and present-day difficulties within a safe, supportive relationship. I am fully qualified (EMDR Europe approved training) to deliver EMDR to clients, including those affected by past trauma.
I have worked as a psychotherapist since 2018 and have helped hundreds of clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and work-related stress.
My approach is integrative, combining CBT, EMDR, Person-Centred Therapy, CFT and Attachment Theory to meet individual needs. Together we can explore underlying patterns and present-day difficulties within a safe, supportive relationship. I am fully qualified (EMDR Europe approved training) to deliver EMDR to clients, including those affected by past trauma.
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Marta Perestrello
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
1 Endorsed
Derby DE3
I am an experienced and highly qualified art psychotherapist. I offer in person and online psychotherapy, clinical supervision, parent and professional consultation. I work with young people and adults in person from Derby or online from where ever you live, work or travel to. Contact me to arrange a free Introductory Meeting to talk through your needs and agree on the best plan forward before committing to any work.
I am an experienced and highly qualified art psychotherapist. I offer in person and online psychotherapy, clinical supervision, parent and professional consultation. I work with young people and adults in person from Derby or online from where ever you live, work or travel to. Contact me to arrange a free Introductory Meeting to talk through your needs and agree on the best plan forward before committing to any work.
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Craig Woods
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Seeking therapy can be as confusing and daunting as the problems that prompt us toward it. I am here to support you through that journey. I see my role as facilitative and aim to help empower you as we define, discover and work jointly toward your goals. I believe we each tend toward our own best interests and that we are our own experts. I also believe growth and healing needs facilitating. To this end, I work relationally and am interested in how our pasts, experience and ways of relating to our experience influence our present.
Seeking therapy can be as confusing and daunting as the problems that prompt us toward it. I am here to support you through that journey. I see my role as facilitative and aim to help empower you as we define, discover and work jointly toward your goals. I believe we each tend toward our own best interests and that we are our own experts. I also believe growth and healing needs facilitating. To this end, I work relationally and am interested in how our pasts, experience and ways of relating to our experience influence our present.
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Louise Bellamy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Derby DE22
Hi, I'm Louise, I offer Therapy and Coaching to adults on a short or long-term basis. I can work with you either in-person from my home in Allestree (Derby), online, or outdoors in a 'Walk and Talk' format. I'm experienced in working with clients facing a wide range of problems, and particularly with those suffering from eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, and difficulties in relating to other people. In addition to working privately, I have 10 years' experience of working with First Steps Derbyshire, providing counselling to clients with eating disorders.
Hi, I'm Louise, I offer Therapy and Coaching to adults on a short or long-term basis. I can work with you either in-person from my home in Allestree (Derby), online, or outdoors in a 'Walk and Talk' format. I'm experienced in working with clients facing a wide range of problems, and particularly with those suffering from eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, and difficulties in relating to other people. In addition to working privately, I have 10 years' experience of working with First Steps Derbyshire, providing counselling to clients with eating disorders.
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Dr Bill Naylor
Psychotherapist, PhD, MNCPS Acc.
Derby DE22
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression, low self-esteem and confidence issues or anxiety related to their relationships or family.
Thank you for stopping at my profile. I am an Integrative Psychotherapist which means that I make use of more than one therapeutic approach to enhance our working together. I have an excellent supervised record of working with anxiety and panic issues (being an expert by experience) and I have supported many clients in regaining their freedom and independence from such a debilitating life burden. My doctoral studies specialised in assisting female clients to identify and break free from coercive and controlling relationships equipping them with self esteem and assertiveness. Every client deserves to have self love and freedom.
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression, low self-esteem and confidence issues or anxiety related to their relationships or family.
Thank you for stopping at my profile. I am an Integrative Psychotherapist which means that I make use of more than one therapeutic approach to enhance our working together. I have an excellent supervised record of working with anxiety and panic issues (being an expert by experience) and I have supported many clients in regaining their freedom and independence from such a debilitating life burden. My doctoral studies specialised in assisting female clients to identify and break free from coercive and controlling relationships equipping them with self esteem and assertiveness. Every client deserves to have self love and freedom.
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Debra Newton
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Counselling can help with many problems such as anxiety, depression, bereavement and loss, disability, life stages, changes and adjustments and help with self-esteem and confidence feelings and other personal issues.
I have a Masters in Counselling Studies from University of Nottingham (2006) and I am an Accredited Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I have completed additional BACP accredited practitioner training in Person Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression (2019) . I see Private & EAP Clients and Supervisees.
Counselling can help with many problems such as anxiety, depression, bereavement and loss, disability, life stages, changes and adjustments and help with self-esteem and confidence feelings and other personal issues.
I have a Masters in Counselling Studies from University of Nottingham (2006) and I am an Accredited Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I have completed additional BACP accredited practitioner training in Person Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression (2019) . I see Private & EAP Clients and Supervisees.
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Zahra Hunton- Wellness CBT
Psychotherapist
Serves Area
My name is Zahra, I use a variety of skills and tailor therapy exclusively for you to help you work through your difficulties and move forwards . Using CBT we can explore deep rooted feelings, how they affect your life and how to make a change. We can build on resilience and provide you with a toolbox of strategies and techniques to handle whatever life throws at you and make lasting improvements. You can begin to break the cycle of repetitive, challenging and destructive behaviours and feelings. You will gain insight into your intrusive thoughts and negative thinking and how to challenge them and revolutionise your thinking.
My name is Zahra, I use a variety of skills and tailor therapy exclusively for you to help you work through your difficulties and move forwards . Using CBT we can explore deep rooted feelings, how they affect your life and how to make a change. We can build on resilience and provide you with a toolbox of strategies and techniques to handle whatever life throws at you and make lasting improvements. You can begin to break the cycle of repetitive, challenging and destructive behaviours and feelings. You will gain insight into your intrusive thoughts and negative thinking and how to challenge them and revolutionise your thinking.
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Harriet Barnett Therapies
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I offer CBT/EMDR therapy for the following concerns: depression, generalised anxiety disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, social phobia, specific phobia, obsessive compulsive disorder, and separation anxiety.
I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you can speak freely and access the support you deserve. My approach centres on developing a collaborative relationship, where we work together to make sense of your experiences and concerns with mutual understanding and respect. You are the expert on your own life. My role is to support your journey using evidence-based strategies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), to help facilitate meaningful change and achieve your goals.
I offer CBT/EMDR therapy for the following concerns: depression, generalised anxiety disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, social phobia, specific phobia, obsessive compulsive disorder, and separation anxiety.
I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you can speak freely and access the support you deserve. My approach centres on developing a collaborative relationship, where we work together to make sense of your experiences and concerns with mutual understanding and respect. You are the expert on your own life. My role is to support your journey using evidence-based strategies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), to help facilitate meaningful change and achieve your goals.
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Depression Counsellors
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.

What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.

What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.

Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.

How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.