LGBTQ+ Affirming Counselling in Dereham
Life can feel exhausting when you’ve spent years carrying anxiety, low mood, trauma, or relationship difficulties while trying to hold everything together on the outside. Some people come to therapy knowing exactly what is wrong, while others simply know they do not feel like themselves anymore.
I work with adults, children, and young people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, masking, people-pleasing, and relationship difficulties.
Life can feel exhausting when you’ve spent years carrying anxiety, low mood, trauma, or relationship difficulties while trying to hold everything together on the outside. Some people come to therapy knowing exactly what is wrong, while others simply know they do not feel like themselves anymore.
I work with adults, children, and young people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, masking, people-pleasing, and relationship difficulties.
Thank you for stopping here. If you're searching for support, you've already taken the first step. I'm a Norwich-based counsellor, BACP member, Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society, and final year doctoral student in Counselling Psychology. I specialise in trauma, complex trauma, EMDR, sexual abuse recovery, and anxiety. I'll listen, walk alongside you, and help you find your way through. That first enquiry is not as daunting as it feels — take a breath and reach out, or go to my website to find out more.
Thank you for stopping here. If you're searching for support, you've already taken the first step. I'm a Norwich-based counsellor, BACP member, Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society, and final year doctoral student in Counselling Psychology. I specialise in trauma, complex trauma, EMDR, sexual abuse recovery, and anxiety. I'll listen, walk alongside you, and help you find your way through. That first enquiry is not as daunting as it feels — take a breath and reach out, or go to my website to find out more.
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I have been where you are. Feels a little scary doesn't it? Taking those first tentative steps towards the life you know deep down that you really deserve. Let me tell you, that the hardest and bravest decision you have already made; to seek professional help and advice. From here on, you need not feel alone. We will work though your troubles and life's complications together. I will be committed to your recovery, supporting you whole heartedly throughout your journey of inner discovery.
I have been where you are. Feels a little scary doesn't it? Taking those first tentative steps towards the life you know deep down that you really deserve. Let me tell you, that the hardest and bravest decision you have already made; to seek professional help and advice. From here on, you need not feel alone. We will work though your troubles and life's complications together. I will be committed to your recovery, supporting you whole heartedly throughout your journey of inner discovery.
Stuck, confused, anxious. I hear you.
Are you in a couple or relationship and struggle to know what you want, how to say it and how to be heard and understood?
Navigating life, relationships and a whirlwind of emotions is exhausting. Anxiety weighs heavy in our bodies and takes up space in our mind; feeling lost without a way forward is a lonely experience and past trauma can feel very present.
I offer gentleness and compassion, challenge when it's welcome, humour when laughter can heal, and room for tears when they need to fall. I take the time to hear and validate you, your story and what has brought you to this place.
Stuck, confused, anxious. I hear you.
Are you in a couple or relationship and struggle to know what you want, how to say it and how to be heard and understood?
Navigating life, relationships and a whirlwind of emotions is exhausting. Anxiety weighs heavy in our bodies and takes up space in our mind; feeling lost without a way forward is a lonely experience and past trauma can feel very present.
I offer gentleness and compassion, challenge when it's welcome, humour when laughter can heal, and room for tears when they need to fall. I take the time to hear and validate you, your story and what has brought you to this place.
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My name is Michaela, I am a person-centred counsellor, EMDR and psychological trauma specialist. Are you experiencing stress, anxiety, and unresolved issues, and need to prioritise your mental well-being. Using tailored techniques, I’ll work alongside you move forwards through relationship challenges, career decisions, or personal growth. Work with you to start your transformation today , you deserve your best life every day. I work with children, adults and couples. I have experience in working with bereavement, Sexual physical and mental abuse, child loss ,experience of working with child and Young People.
My name is Michaela, I am a person-centred counsellor, EMDR and psychological trauma specialist. Are you experiencing stress, anxiety, and unresolved issues, and need to prioritise your mental well-being. Using tailored techniques, I’ll work alongside you move forwards through relationship challenges, career decisions, or personal growth. Work with you to start your transformation today , you deserve your best life every day. I work with children, adults and couples. I have experience in working with bereavement, Sexual physical and mental abuse, child loss ,experience of working with child and Young People.
I have the best job in the world: it’s to help you find the peace you’re looking for. That’s what I’ve been doing, first as a shamanic counsellor then as a psychotherapist, for others just like you, for 47 years. Whether you have a phobia, or are in a dire, life-threatening situation, or anything in between, you’re just a call away from finding yourself warmly welcomed to a totally non-judgemental, safe, comfortable space where you can relax and unload whatever you want in total confidence: then we can get straight to work fixing it.
I have the best job in the world: it’s to help you find the peace you’re looking for. That’s what I’ve been doing, first as a shamanic counsellor then as a psychotherapist, for others just like you, for 47 years. Whether you have a phobia, or are in a dire, life-threatening situation, or anything in between, you’re just a call away from finding yourself warmly welcomed to a totally non-judgemental, safe, comfortable space where you can relax and unload whatever you want in total confidence: then we can get straight to work fixing it.
I am an experienced and qualified counsellor and psychotherapist. I offer therapy in a supportive but also challenging environment to encourage exploration and understanding of your personal issues. During the process you will be listened to and I will provide insight into what is happening. Sadly there is no magic fix, I can't prescribe pills or potions or tell you what to do. I have experience counselling in private practice, the NHS and charities. This has given me a variety of experience working with a wide range of people with many different issues.
I am an experienced and qualified counsellor and psychotherapist. I offer therapy in a supportive but also challenging environment to encourage exploration and understanding of your personal issues. During the process you will be listened to and I will provide insight into what is happening. Sadly there is no magic fix, I can't prescribe pills or potions or tell you what to do. I have experience counselling in private practice, the NHS and charities. This has given me a variety of experience working with a wide range of people with many different issues.
I believe that our therapeutic relationship is central to your healing process and that by thinking together we can help you to experience greater understanding of Self, less over thinking and a sense of inner peace
We all find ourselves at points in life where we’re searching for support, clarity, or simply someone to talk to. You might be navigating anxiety, a long-term illness, caring for someone else, or exploring your story of being fostered or adopted. Whichever stage of your life’s journey you are at right now, we can work through it together.
I believe that our therapeutic relationship is central to your healing process and that by thinking together we can help you to experience greater understanding of Self, less over thinking and a sense of inner peace
We all find ourselves at points in life where we’re searching for support, clarity, or simply someone to talk to. You might be navigating anxiety, a long-term illness, caring for someone else, or exploring your story of being fostered or adopted. Whichever stage of your life’s journey you are at right now, we can work through it together.
You might be feeling anxious, low, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or affected by past experiences. Maybe you’re not sure where to start, but you know something needs to change. I have 11 years’ experience providing therapy in both NHS and private settings, and I offer practical, evidence-based support to help you understand what’s going on and work towards meaningful, lasting change — at a pace that works for you.
You might be feeling anxious, low, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or affected by past experiences. Maybe you’re not sure where to start, but you know something needs to change. I have 11 years’ experience providing therapy in both NHS and private settings, and I offer practical, evidence-based support to help you understand what’s going on and work towards meaningful, lasting change — at a pace that works for you.
Hello, my name is Danny and I am a Counsellor based in Norwich. Starting counselling can feel challenging, and you may not know what to expect from your counsellor, or what their expectations are of you. My style of working is relaxed and informal. I’ll bring my authenticity to the room, and that’s all I ask of you. Through my personal and clinical experience, i’ve seen people get lost trying too hard or finding where they belong. This can also be seen in unhelpful behaviours where you try to fit in. I have a lot of success with clients going back to basics of who you are as an individual and not how you are for others.
Hello, my name is Danny and I am a Counsellor based in Norwich. Starting counselling can feel challenging, and you may not know what to expect from your counsellor, or what their expectations are of you. My style of working is relaxed and informal. I’ll bring my authenticity to the room, and that’s all I ask of you. Through my personal and clinical experience, i’ve seen people get lost trying too hard or finding where they belong. This can also be seen in unhelpful behaviours where you try to fit in. I have a lot of success with clients going back to basics of who you are as an individual and not how you are for others.
Hi, my name is Dr Chris Jackson and I am a Clinical Psychologist and accredited dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) therapist. I offer 1:1 therapy for people aged 18 and above.
Hi, my name is Dr Chris Jackson and I am a Clinical Psychologist and accredited dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) therapist. I offer 1:1 therapy for people aged 18 and above.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. Managing life's challenges and our mental health can be overwhelming. Whether it's anxiety, depression, coping with loss or just working out what's wrong and why we're feeling sad, we sometimes need help with our thoughts and feelings. Working online or in person in Norwich (Eaton, NR4), I work with adult individuals and couples to help them gently explore what's troubling them and to find a way forward.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. Managing life's challenges and our mental health can be overwhelming. Whether it's anxiety, depression, coping with loss or just working out what's wrong and why we're feeling sad, we sometimes need help with our thoughts and feelings. Working online or in person in Norwich (Eaton, NR4), I work with adult individuals and couples to help them gently explore what's troubling them and to find a way forward.
I came to counselling later in life, after running my own successful business in the hospitality and events industry. I have a lot of experience in dealing with different people and situations, and I understand the pressures and challenges of working in a demanding and competitive field. I have also faced my own struggles with complicated family issues growing up, identity and self worth. These experiences have shaped me as a person and as a therapist, and they help me to connect with a diverse range of clients.
I came to counselling later in life, after running my own successful business in the hospitality and events industry. I have a lot of experience in dealing with different people and situations, and I understand the pressures and challenges of working in a demanding and competitive field. I have also faced my own struggles with complicated family issues growing up, identity and self worth. These experiences have shaped me as a person and as a therapist, and they help me to connect with a diverse range of clients.
Hello, I’m Tracey - I'm a queer identifying Counsellor and Supervisor and have been offering therapeutic support since 2004.
I am passionate about providing a high quality queer and neurodivergent friendly practice where people feel accepted and understood. I have recently added supervision to my practice and am interested in working with colleagues with a GSRD focus. If you are looking for a supervisor or some additional supervision, please feel free to contact me.
Hello, I’m Tracey - I'm a queer identifying Counsellor and Supervisor and have been offering therapeutic support since 2004.
I am passionate about providing a high quality queer and neurodivergent friendly practice where people feel accepted and understood. I have recently added supervision to my practice and am interested in working with colleagues with a GSRD focus. If you are looking for a supervisor or some additional supervision, please feel free to contact me.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and CBT therapist with 10 years of experience providing evidence-based psychological support in the NHS, charity and private sectors.
I specialise in working with OCD, trauma (PTSD), anxiety disorders, and self-esteem related issues. That said, you don’t need to be experiencing a ‘disorder’ to benefit from psychological support; sometimes life just feels overwhelming or confusing, and that’s reason enough.
Alongside CBT, I also use EMDR, ACT, CFT, and relational approaches in my work. My range of training means that I draw on a number of therapy models to adapt therapy to your unique needs.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and CBT therapist with 10 years of experience providing evidence-based psychological support in the NHS, charity and private sectors.
I specialise in working with OCD, trauma (PTSD), anxiety disorders, and self-esteem related issues. That said, you don’t need to be experiencing a ‘disorder’ to benefit from psychological support; sometimes life just feels overwhelming or confusing, and that’s reason enough.
Alongside CBT, I also use EMDR, ACT, CFT, and relational approaches in my work. My range of training means that I draw on a number of therapy models to adapt therapy to your unique needs.
There are moments when life feels tough — when stress, worry, or sudden changes leave us feeling unsettled or unsure. You might be navigating something you never expected or finding yourself in a place you didn’t choose.
Even so, I believe people carry great strength and resilience, which might feel drained right now. It’s completely okay to feel like you’ve run out of steam.
My role is to walk alongside you as we gently make sense of what’s been happening and reconnect with the strengths you already have. With the right support, small, meaningful shifts can spark BIG changes — helping you reach your goals and full potential.
There are moments when life feels tough — when stress, worry, or sudden changes leave us feeling unsettled or unsure. You might be navigating something you never expected or finding yourself in a place you didn’t choose.
Even so, I believe people carry great strength and resilience, which might feel drained right now. It’s completely okay to feel like you’ve run out of steam.
My role is to walk alongside you as we gently make sense of what’s been happening and reconnect with the strengths you already have. With the right support, small, meaningful shifts can spark BIG changes — helping you reach your goals and full potential.
You may be a neurodivergent adult, part of a neurodivergent couple, or supporting a neurodivergent loved one, feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck despite having tried many approaches already. You might be struggling with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, work or health challenges, or feeling worn down by repeated misunderstandings. You want clarity, understanding, and support that recognises neurodivergence and works with your differences, rather than trying to change who you are.
You may be a neurodivergent adult, part of a neurodivergent couple, or supporting a neurodivergent loved one, feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck despite having tried many approaches already. You might be struggling with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, work or health challenges, or feeling worn down by repeated misunderstandings. You want clarity, understanding, and support that recognises neurodivergence and works with your differences, rather than trying to change who you are.
Hello! My name is Natalya and I am an integrative therapist working online and over the telephone. I offer a warm, welcoming space where you can talk openly, laugh if you need to, cry if you need to, and know you’ll be met with kindness and understanding. I am not a blank slate counsellor- I bring my full, authentic self into the room and value therapy as a deeply human and relational experience.
I will work alongside you, at your pace, to explore whatever’s going on in your world. As an integrative counsellor I draw on different therapeutic approaches depending on what you need but at the heart of everything is genuine care.
Hello! My name is Natalya and I am an integrative therapist working online and over the telephone. I offer a warm, welcoming space where you can talk openly, laugh if you need to, cry if you need to, and know you’ll be met with kindness and understanding. I am not a blank slate counsellor- I bring my full, authentic self into the room and value therapy as a deeply human and relational experience.
I will work alongside you, at your pace, to explore whatever’s going on in your world. As an integrative counsellor I draw on different therapeutic approaches depending on what you need but at the heart of everything is genuine care.
I help adults handle trauma, grief and big life changes. For more rapid change, I offer 1/2-day Therapy Intensives as well as weekly/fortnightly sessions. Are you anxious, overwhelmed, blindsided by life events or exhausted from pretending everything’s fine in your life, work or relationships? Are you struggling to push down past trauma, only for it to push right back up? Maybe you’re flooded with too many emotions at once, so numb that you barely feel anything at all, or you’ve lost a sense of who you are? If you don’t know where to start or find it too daunting to tackle alone, I’m here to help process what’s painful or confusing.
I help adults handle trauma, grief and big life changes. For more rapid change, I offer 1/2-day Therapy Intensives as well as weekly/fortnightly sessions. Are you anxious, overwhelmed, blindsided by life events or exhausted from pretending everything’s fine in your life, work or relationships? Are you struggling to push down past trauma, only for it to push right back up? Maybe you’re flooded with too many emotions at once, so numb that you barely feel anything at all, or you’ve lost a sense of who you are? If you don’t know where to start or find it too daunting to tackle alone, I’m here to help process what’s painful or confusing.
I have also had extra training working with Trauma & Dissociation, along with understanding LGBTQ issues.
I work with older children (12+) and adults. I specialise in working with issues related to ADHD, anxiety, domestic abuse, sexuality, and addiction/alcoholism. I have previously worked voluntarily for two charities counselling young people affected by domestic abuse, and with people in addiction recovery. I am an integrative counsellor and can work with many different modalities, and all my work has a person centred foundation. Therefore sessions are led by my clients needs as an individual. We work together to find the best way forward.
I have also had extra training working with Trauma & Dissociation, along with understanding LGBTQ issues.
I work with older children (12+) and adults. I specialise in working with issues related to ADHD, anxiety, domestic abuse, sexuality, and addiction/alcoholism. I have previously worked voluntarily for two charities counselling young people affected by domestic abuse, and with people in addiction recovery. I am an integrative counsellor and can work with many different modalities, and all my work has a person centred foundation. Therefore sessions are led by my clients needs as an individual. We work together to find the best way forward.
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LGBTQ+ Counsellors
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalisation in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.