Lesbian Counselling in Derby
You may seek therapeutic support for many reasons especially when life throws you a curved ball. Bereavement or loss, trauma, anxiety and depression can all affect us in different ways. When negative thought patterns, behaviours and emotions become too intense it can affect daily life and impact relationships. I offer emotional support that is impartial and non-judgmental, together we will explore the context for your worries by identifying the underlying causes and make real progress towards your goals in a sensitive way. My name is Debbie and I am a fully qualified, insured Integrative Psychotherapist.
You may seek therapeutic support for many reasons especially when life throws you a curved ball. Bereavement or loss, trauma, anxiety and depression can all affect us in different ways. When negative thought patterns, behaviours and emotions become too intense it can affect daily life and impact relationships. I offer emotional support that is impartial and non-judgmental, together we will explore the context for your worries by identifying the underlying causes and make real progress towards your goals in a sensitive way. My name is Debbie and I am a fully qualified, insured Integrative Psychotherapist.
Do you struggle with issues such as anger, anxiety, depression, self esteem, self harm, or relationship issues?
Are you feeling stuck in your life and find it difficult to take a step forward?
Have you experienced trauma such as bullying, sexual abuse, domestic violence, or bereavement, and would like to see how this may be impacting on your life and relationships today?
Maybe you tried talking therapies before but seem to be getting nowhere. Creative counselling has the potential to heal you on a much deeper level, leading to long lasting change. Feelings can be accessed, and healed through the power of metaphor and symbols.
Do you struggle with issues such as anger, anxiety, depression, self esteem, self harm, or relationship issues?
Are you feeling stuck in your life and find it difficult to take a step forward?
Have you experienced trauma such as bullying, sexual abuse, domestic violence, or bereavement, and would like to see how this may be impacting on your life and relationships today?
Maybe you tried talking therapies before but seem to be getting nowhere. Creative counselling has the potential to heal you on a much deeper level, leading to long lasting change. Feelings can be accessed, and healed through the power of metaphor and symbols.
Welcome! Thankyou for visiting my profile. My names Jenna smith and I am a qualified sport and exercise psychologist. I work with a variety of clients on a range of issues, performance issues are typically what I work with specifically looking at psychological skills training. However I have worked with more personal issues and am happy to work with clients on a range of things within my competencies. This includes items such as confidence, skill acquisition, self-esteem, personal issues, family issues and general mental health support.
Welcome! Thankyou for visiting my profile. My names Jenna smith and I am a qualified sport and exercise psychologist. I work with a variety of clients on a range of issues, performance issues are typically what I work with specifically looking at psychological skills training. However I have worked with more personal issues and am happy to work with clients on a range of things within my competencies. This includes items such as confidence, skill acquisition, self-esteem, personal issues, family issues and general mental health support.
Hello, my name is Kate and I'm a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT Therapist), previously a mental health nurse. I offer online CBT and specialise in supporting adults with Anxiety, including OCD, PTSD, Low Self-Esteem and Neurodiversity. I offer a safe, non-judgmental and compassionate space to explore your thoughts, emotions and behaviours. My approach is relational, I work collaboratively and I always lead with empathy and compassion to ensure you can reach your therapy goals. As a gay woman, I am a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community and I am passionate about supporting people from the community. I'm a fierce Trans ally!
Hello, my name is Kate and I'm a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT Therapist), previously a mental health nurse. I offer online CBT and specialise in supporting adults with Anxiety, including OCD, PTSD, Low Self-Esteem and Neurodiversity. I offer a safe, non-judgmental and compassionate space to explore your thoughts, emotions and behaviours. My approach is relational, I work collaboratively and I always lead with empathy and compassion to ensure you can reach your therapy goals. As a gay woman, I am a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community and I am passionate about supporting people from the community. I'm a fierce Trans ally!
Hello! I am a registered member of the BACP with an MA in Integrative Counselling offering counselling and therapy to individuals, couples and young people. I feel that we all need help sometimes and talking in a safe and confidential space can help you to make changes in your life that will benefit you and your family.
Hello! I am a registered member of the BACP with an MA in Integrative Counselling offering counselling and therapy to individuals, couples and young people. I feel that we all need help sometimes and talking in a safe and confidential space can help you to make changes in your life that will benefit you and your family.
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.
Life can be overwhelming at times. Whether you’re feeling stuck, struggling with anxiety or low self-esteem, carrying the weight of past trauma, grief, or simply trying to rediscover joy and purpose, you don’t have to face it alone.
I am an integrative counsellor, which means that where therapy is concerned, it's not a "one size fits all". I use different modalities, including Person Centred, Transactional Analysis, Gestalt, CBT, EFT, Sand Tray and creativity. Every person is unique and deserves to live their full existence. I’m passionate about helping people reconnect with their true selves and build healthier lives.
Life can be overwhelming at times. Whether you’re feeling stuck, struggling with anxiety or low self-esteem, carrying the weight of past trauma, grief, or simply trying to rediscover joy and purpose, you don’t have to face it alone.
I am an integrative counsellor, which means that where therapy is concerned, it's not a "one size fits all". I use different modalities, including Person Centred, Transactional Analysis, Gestalt, CBT, EFT, Sand Tray and creativity. Every person is unique and deserves to live their full existence. I’m passionate about helping people reconnect with their true selves and build healthier lives.
I am Qualified as an Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I have robust supervision every month and have always been passionate about helping people. I previously worked in mental health and with learning disabilities. I have experience working with anxiety and depression, trauma, domestic abuse, loss and bereavement. I work with adults (age 16+) on an open ended basis, with the intention of allowing you to enhance your life and live it more fully. I am also trained in Couple's Therapy, working in an Integrative way to work on issues such as communication, loss, infidelity and more!
I am Qualified as an Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I have robust supervision every month and have always been passionate about helping people. I previously worked in mental health and with learning disabilities. I have experience working with anxiety and depression, trauma, domestic abuse, loss and bereavement. I work with adults (age 16+) on an open ended basis, with the intention of allowing you to enhance your life and live it more fully. I am also trained in Couple's Therapy, working in an Integrative way to work on issues such as communication, loss, infidelity and more!
Hello and welcome, I acknowledge that looking for help is a brave step and starting therapy or counselling can feel daunting, so my aim is to help you with this process by telling you a little about how I work and what you can expect. You are welcome just as you are with whatever it is you are facing; I offer a friendly warm and down-to-earth approach. My aim is to help guide you through life’s challenges using an integrative person-centred approach. I work in a non-judgemental way, so you can feel secure, supported and understood allowing you to find your own strength and resilience.
Hello and welcome, I acknowledge that looking for help is a brave step and starting therapy or counselling can feel daunting, so my aim is to help you with this process by telling you a little about how I work and what you can expect. You are welcome just as you are with whatever it is you are facing; I offer a friendly warm and down-to-earth approach. My aim is to help guide you through life’s challenges using an integrative person-centred approach. I work in a non-judgemental way, so you can feel secure, supported and understood allowing you to find your own strength and resilience.
Here at The Psychotherapy Room our aim is to ensure that we provide an accessible service to those who may not be able to afford it in the heart of Derby City Centre. Counselling and psychotherapy is a different journey for each individual - you may be going through a time of transition in your life; you may need support through a period of hardship you have experienced or are experiencing or you may be seeking a greater self-understanding and awareness.
Here at The Psychotherapy Room our aim is to ensure that we provide an accessible service to those who may not be able to afford it in the heart of Derby City Centre. Counselling and psychotherapy is a different journey for each individual - you may be going through a time of transition in your life; you may need support through a period of hardship you have experienced or are experiencing or you may be seeking a greater self-understanding and awareness.
Therapist and couples counsellor supporting mobile and intercultural couples, and relationships shaped by high-pressure careers and frequent transitions
If your relationship is feeling under pressure - whether from work demands, repeated change, distance, or a sense of growing apart — you may be wondering how to reconnect or move forward together. You might be seeking support during a difficult period, or wanting to invest in your relationship proactively as part of your relational wellbeing. Alongside couples work, I support individuals navigating relationship challenges or major life transitions who are seeking greater clarity.
Therapist and couples counsellor supporting mobile and intercultural couples, and relationships shaped by high-pressure careers and frequent transitions
If your relationship is feeling under pressure - whether from work demands, repeated change, distance, or a sense of growing apart — you may be wondering how to reconnect or move forward together. You might be seeking support during a difficult period, or wanting to invest in your relationship proactively as part of your relational wellbeing. Alongside couples work, I support individuals navigating relationship challenges or major life transitions who are seeking greater clarity.
Perhaps you've spent years feeling different without quite knowing why, or feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or as though life seems harder than it does for everyone else. Maybe you've recently discovered you're autistic or have ADHD and want to understand yourself more deeply. Or perhaps you're seeking support for anxiety, trauma, OCD, burnout or chronic pain. Therapy shouldn't be about changing who you are. It starts with understanding. My role is to bridge the gap between your lived experience and psychology, translating neuroscience and clinical theory into a compassionate, meaningful and practical understanding of yourself.
Perhaps you've spent years feeling different without quite knowing why, or feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or as though life seems harder than it does for everyone else. Maybe you've recently discovered you're autistic or have ADHD and want to understand yourself more deeply. Or perhaps you're seeking support for anxiety, trauma, OCD, burnout or chronic pain. Therapy shouldn't be about changing who you are. It starts with understanding. My role is to bridge the gap between your lived experience and psychology, translating neuroscience and clinical theory into a compassionate, meaningful and practical understanding of yourself.
Hello my name is Bridget. You have taken the first step towards finding the support you need at this time in your life. Whatever you are facing, I will offer non-judgmental support in exploring what brings you to therapy. You may be feeling anxious, depressed or confused about where you are right now. Talking and working in a therapeutic relationship can be a healing process.
Hello my name is Bridget. You have taken the first step towards finding the support you need at this time in your life. Whatever you are facing, I will offer non-judgmental support in exploring what brings you to therapy. You may be feeling anxious, depressed or confused about where you are right now. Talking and working in a therapeutic relationship can be a healing process.
I’m a qualified Level 7 Counsellor and Physiotherapist offering a calm, comfortable space in my Allestree home. If you’re facing a difficult time, counselling can help you make sense of your thoughts and feelings. I offer integrative, individual therapy for all ages, online or face to face, short or long term. My approach is compassionate and non‑judgemental, helping you explore emotions, build resilience, and reconnect with yourself.
I’m a qualified Level 7 Counsellor and Physiotherapist offering a calm, comfortable space in my Allestree home. If you’re facing a difficult time, counselling can help you make sense of your thoughts and feelings. I offer integrative, individual therapy for all ages, online or face to face, short or long term. My approach is compassionate and non‑judgemental, helping you explore emotions, build resilience, and reconnect with yourself.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and during these times we may develop patterns, thoughts and behaviours that can become unhelpful or tough to challenge.
Counselling and psychotherapy can help you explore and understand patterns that have emerged in your life and provides an opportunity to work through these. It can help to relieve pain, depression or anxiety, help you make decisions, make healthier choices, help you to work towards better relationships with those around you, or live a life according to what is important to you.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and during these times we may develop patterns, thoughts and behaviours that can become unhelpful or tough to challenge.
Counselling and psychotherapy can help you explore and understand patterns that have emerged in your life and provides an opportunity to work through these. It can help to relieve pain, depression or anxiety, help you make decisions, make healthier choices, help you to work towards better relationships with those around you, or live a life according to what is important to you.
I am Miricia, an experienced, fully qualified BACP registered counsellor and psychotherapist. I have many years' experience in the mental health field along with formal training that provides me with a solid foundation to practice as an integrative counsellor. I have worked in private practise, businesses, charities, schools and have also featured on BBC Radio Two. In addition to my private practice I have experience in various mental health settings, having worked in the mental health field for the NHS in London, and as a counsellor for various employee assistance programmes and voluntary community counselling services.
I am Miricia, an experienced, fully qualified BACP registered counsellor and psychotherapist. I have many years' experience in the mental health field along with formal training that provides me with a solid foundation to practice as an integrative counsellor. I have worked in private practise, businesses, charities, schools and have also featured on BBC Radio Two. In addition to my private practice I have experience in various mental health settings, having worked in the mental health field for the NHS in London, and as a counsellor for various employee assistance programmes and voluntary community counselling services.
I am a BACP accredited and qualified Integrative Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Clinical Supervisor and Lecturer. I have over 15 years of experience in psychotherapy practice within independent private practice, Relate, employee counselling services and freelance contracts. I am qualified to work with adult individuals and couples, families, young people and children as well as providing clinical supervision for therapists. I offer an independent specialist service for Derby and the surrounding areas. I am passionate about empowering people to recognise and achieve their potential.
I am a BACP accredited and qualified Integrative Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Clinical Supervisor and Lecturer. I have over 15 years of experience in psychotherapy practice within independent private practice, Relate, employee counselling services and freelance contracts. I am qualified to work with adult individuals and couples, families, young people and children as well as providing clinical supervision for therapists. I offer an independent specialist service for Derby and the surrounding areas. I am passionate about empowering people to recognise and achieve their potential.
I am an experienced psychotherapeutic counsellor working with children and teenagers, from differing ages and levels of understanding, using creative interventions like art and play. Topics and concerns that have been explored include self esteem, worries, anxiety, low mood, self harm, and identity, amongst others.
I am an experienced psychotherapeutic counsellor working with children and teenagers, from differing ages and levels of understanding, using creative interventions like art and play. Topics and concerns that have been explored include self esteem, worries, anxiety, low mood, self harm, and identity, amongst others.
My name is Linda Mafuta and I am an Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I have experience of working in the mental health services for over 17 years and I have been working for the NHS over the last 10 years as a Counsellor. I work with Individual adults as well as Couples. Sometimes we may feel alone, overwhelmed or just struggle to discuss what is going in our lives with our family, friends or loved ones. Whether you come to therapy as an individual or a couple.
My name is Linda Mafuta and I am an Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I have experience of working in the mental health services for over 17 years and I have been working for the NHS over the last 10 years as a Counsellor. I work with Individual adults as well as Couples. Sometimes we may feel alone, overwhelmed or just struggle to discuss what is going in our lives with our family, friends or loved ones. Whether you come to therapy as an individual or a couple.
I am an Integrative psychotherapist which means I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches to best support each individual. I work in a neuro-affirming way, recognising and respecting neurodivergence - particularly ADHD and Autism - not as deficits or disorders to be 'fixed', but as valid and valuable ways of being. My focus is on creating a supportive space where clients can explore the life issues that matter to them - whether that's relationships, identity, anxiety, burnout or navigating a world that often isn't designed with neuro-divergent minds in mind!
I am an Integrative psychotherapist which means I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches to best support each individual. I work in a neuro-affirming way, recognising and respecting neurodivergence - particularly ADHD and Autism - not as deficits or disorders to be 'fixed', but as valid and valuable ways of being. My focus is on creating a supportive space where clients can explore the life issues that matter to them - whether that's relationships, identity, anxiety, burnout or navigating a world that often isn't designed with neuro-divergent minds in mind!
See more therapy options for Derby
Nearby Lesbian Counsellors Searches for Derby
- Ashbourne
- Ashby-de-la-Zouch
- Beeston
- Belper
- Burton-on-Trent
- Duffield
- Hyson Green
- Kegworth
- Long Eaton
- Loughborough
- Nottingham
- Swadlincote
Lesbian Counsellors
What is lesbian-affirming therapy?
Lesbian-affirming therapy is a type of mental health support that fully affirms and reflects a client's lesbian identity. It is rooted in acceptance and does not attempt to change or question an individual's sexual orientation. In this type of therapy, clients work with a therapist who understands the unique experiences of lesbian women. This support is especially important, as research shows that lesbian individuals face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges compared to heterosexual populations. Lesbian-affirming therapy acknowledges that lesbian individuals may encounter specific stressors—such as coming out challenges, family rejection, workplace discrimination, and minority stress—that require specialised understanding and intervention. Lesbian-affirming therapists often work with clients across all age groups, from adolescents navigating their emerging identity to adults and older individuals addressing life transitions and relationship concerns. Many therapists also provide couples therapy for lesbian partners, helping them navigate relationship dynamics, communication challenges, or external stressors that may impact their relationship. It is important to note that therapists provide talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
Why should I see a lesbian therapist?
Some clients prefer to work with lesbian therapists who may bring personal lived experience to the therapeutic relationship. Choosing to work with a lesbian therapist can offer a deeper sense of connection, comfort, and shared understanding. A therapist who identifies as lesbian may require clients to give less background explanation—whether it’s about navigating romantic relationships, feeling unseen in certain spaces, or processing the impact of past relationship challenges. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. Additionally, many lesbian-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organisations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection.
How do I find a lesbian therapist?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful tool for finding lesbian-affirming therapists. You can use search filters to identify therapists who specialise in LGBTQ+ care and work specifically with bisexual clients. You can also filter by clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, accepted insurance, session costs, and languages spoken to find the right fit. Look for profiles where therapists explicitly mention working with lesbian clients, or where they describe their approach as identity-affirming, inclusive, or trauma-informed. Many providers will also list their own identities, which may help you find someone with shared lived experience if that is important to you. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.