Counselling in Durham
Empathy, warmth, and curiosity are human qualities I dearly value. They inform our therapy together, enabling us to build strong therapeutic relationships in a safe, confidential space where you can feel understood and supported. I work collaboratively with my you, helping you gain deeper understanding of your experiences, difficulties and processes. Together we can facilitate an authentic engagement with the process of growth and meaningful change. In recognition that your lived experience is unique, I seek to maintain an open and curious attitude, not guided by assumptions.
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Empathy, warmth, and curiosity are human qualities I dearly value. They inform our therapy together, enabling us to build strong therapeutic relationships in a safe, confidential space where you can feel understood and supported. I work collaboratively with my you, helping you gain deeper understanding of your experiences, difficulties and processes. Together we can facilitate an authentic engagement with the process of growth and meaningful change. In recognition that your lived experience is unique, I seek to maintain an open and curious attitude, not guided by assumptions.
For your free 20-30 minute chat call 07527248911
I specialise in the area of feeling 'overwhelmed', 'high anxiety' and your mental health feeling ignored. I am here to support these questions in life: -How can I feel like my self again? -How can I feel calmer? -how can I regain my autonomy -How can I start to trust again? My experience of working with the conscious and unconscious patterns in our life and relationships, enables us to gain a deeper understanding of what is impacting you. I work in a range of areas from high anxiety, bereavement, depression and psychological neglect.
I specialise in the area of feeling 'overwhelmed', 'high anxiety' and your mental health feeling ignored. I am here to support these questions in life: -How can I feel like my self again? -How can I feel calmer? -how can I regain my autonomy -How can I start to trust again? My experience of working with the conscious and unconscious patterns in our life and relationships, enables us to gain a deeper understanding of what is impacting you. I work in a range of areas from high anxiety, bereavement, depression and psychological neglect.
I am a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor for children and young people. Previous to my training I have 30 years of experience as a teacher. I work in person with children and young people aged 5 to 17. My training is specifically for children and young people so you can be assured that I can provide expert help for your child. I work with many issues including anxiety, depression, attachment, bereavement and trauma. I have extensive experience in working with children affected by domestic violence. I can provide short or long term therapy as needed.
I am a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor for children and young people. Previous to my training I have 30 years of experience as a teacher. I work in person with children and young people aged 5 to 17. My training is specifically for children and young people so you can be assured that I can provide expert help for your child. I work with many issues including anxiety, depression, attachment, bereavement and trauma. I have extensive experience in working with children affected by domestic violence. I can provide short or long term therapy as needed.
Welcome to my profile, hello. My credentials as a registered counsellor include a Bachelor of Arts in Therapeutic Counselling with Honours. I will give you a secure, private and accepting space where you may talk about whatever difficulties you are having. These difficulties could include low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and working and family life responsibilities. these can all lead to high levels of stress and burnout, working together with you and developing a solid therapeutic relationship based on mutual respect and trust in order to make you feel heard and understood and offering support throughout.
Welcome to my profile, hello. My credentials as a registered counsellor include a Bachelor of Arts in Therapeutic Counselling with Honours. I will give you a secure, private and accepting space where you may talk about whatever difficulties you are having. These difficulties could include low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and working and family life responsibilities. these can all lead to high levels of stress and burnout, working together with you and developing a solid therapeutic relationship based on mutual respect and trust in order to make you feel heard and understood and offering support throughout.
Hello, I’m Dr Sonia Pace, Consultant Clinical Psychologist. I have over 16 years experience working with adults with a range of psychological and mental health difficulties. I work collaboratively with you each step of the way creating a supportive environment that enables self-discovery and growth. Therapy involves creating a safe space to develop a greater understanding of why you might be experiencing current difficulties and then using this understanding to tailor an approach that meets your individual needs.
Hello, I’m Dr Sonia Pace, Consultant Clinical Psychologist. I have over 16 years experience working with adults with a range of psychological and mental health difficulties. I work collaboratively with you each step of the way creating a supportive environment that enables self-discovery and growth. Therapy involves creating a safe space to develop a greater understanding of why you might be experiencing current difficulties and then using this understanding to tailor an approach that meets your individual needs.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience working with clients struggling with relational difficulties, trauma and other emotional and other psychological difficulties such as complex grief, low mood and anxiety. Working with male, female and non-binary clients, my aim is to personalise all therapeutic approaches to each individual client's specific needs. Over the years, I have worked in a wide variety of settings including acute and secure hospitals, community mental health services as well as in custodial settings with experience supporting adults, adolescents and families.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience working with clients struggling with relational difficulties, trauma and other emotional and other psychological difficulties such as complex grief, low mood and anxiety. Working with male, female and non-binary clients, my aim is to personalise all therapeutic approaches to each individual client's specific needs. Over the years, I have worked in a wide variety of settings including acute and secure hospitals, community mental health services as well as in custodial settings with experience supporting adults, adolescents and families.
I am an affordable, Pluralistic Counsellor. I believe everyone is unique, people learn and communicate in different ways. Therefore, I will adapt the style of counselling to suit your needs. My aim is to help you develop skills which can be used outside of the counselling session, this can also be beneficial to deal with any future problems you may face.
I am an affordable, Pluralistic Counsellor. I believe everyone is unique, people learn and communicate in different ways. Therefore, I will adapt the style of counselling to suit your needs. My aim is to help you develop skills which can be used outside of the counselling session, this can also be beneficial to deal with any future problems you may face.
I have seen the shadows of humanity: selfishness, cruelty, and the harm we cause. I do not deny it, and I do not look away. Yet I choose to stand in that reality and work toward something better. In the therapy room, I hold space for truth. I do not impose an agenda or offer illusions — only presence, honesty, and care, knowing awareness can be transformative. Each conversation is an act of resistance against apathy. I cannot save the world, but helping one person grow is a seed of change. My response to disillusionment is to meet humanity not with contempt, but with compassion and courage.
I have seen the shadows of humanity: selfishness, cruelty, and the harm we cause. I do not deny it, and I do not look away. Yet I choose to stand in that reality and work toward something better. In the therapy room, I hold space for truth. I do not impose an agenda or offer illusions — only presence, honesty, and care, knowing awareness can be transformative. Each conversation is an act of resistance against apathy. I cannot save the world, but helping one person grow is a seed of change. My response to disillusionment is to meet humanity not with contempt, but with compassion and courage.
At Through the Woods Well-Being Service CIC, we're genuinely here for you. From your initial contact we want you to feel comfortable and supported. Together, we will explore the challenges affecting your mental health and emotional wellbeing.
We have worked with many clients facing anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, relationship issues, trauma. Additionally, we have worked with clients with ADHD and who are Neurodivergent.
At Through the Woods Well-Being Service CIC, we're genuinely here for you. From your initial contact we want you to feel comfortable and supported. Together, we will explore the challenges affecting your mental health and emotional wellbeing.
We have worked with many clients facing anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, relationship issues, trauma. Additionally, we have worked with clients with ADHD and who are Neurodivergent.
Becki - Neurodivergent & Self-Esteem Specialist
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Co founder of F&B Digital Therapy & specialist neurodivergent and low self-esteem therapist. Based in Teesside but seeing clients globally.
I'm late diagnosed AuDHD, so I get what it's like to feel weird & not fit in. If you hide behind a mask to feel normal, constantly feeling misunderstood & not knowing who you really are, this doesn't have to stay this way.
Always doubting yourself can lead to anxiety, overthinking, rejection sensitivity, low motivation, overwhelm, eating issues & OCD. But there's another story, one where you learn how to trust yourself, live authentically, become self-confident and finally feel good enough.
Co founder of F&B Digital Therapy & specialist neurodivergent and low self-esteem therapist. Based in Teesside but seeing clients globally.
I'm late diagnosed AuDHD, so I get what it's like to feel weird & not fit in. If you hide behind a mask to feel normal, constantly feeling misunderstood & not knowing who you really are, this doesn't have to stay this way.
Always doubting yourself can lead to anxiety, overthinking, rejection sensitivity, low motivation, overwhelm, eating issues & OCD. But there's another story, one where you learn how to trust yourself, live authentically, become self-confident and finally feel good enough.
As a dedicated CBT and EMDR therapist, I am committed to helping my clients. Through evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, I work collaboratively with clients to empower them to create positive change in their lives. I help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to anxiety, depression, and other mental health difficulties. By teaching clients effective coping strategies and skills, I empower them to manage their emotions and behaviours in a healthier way.
As a dedicated CBT and EMDR therapist, I am committed to helping my clients. Through evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, I work collaboratively with clients to empower them to create positive change in their lives. I help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to anxiety, depression, and other mental health difficulties. By teaching clients effective coping strategies and skills, I empower them to manage their emotions and behaviours in a healthier way.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, depressed, anxious or dealing with relationship difficulties...? Experiencing ill health or long term health conditions? Struggling to cope with childhood trauma...? Would you like support to heal, make changes and move forward...? I am a BACP registered Counsellor with over 10 years’ experience of working within the NHS, alongside my own private practice. I have helped hundreds of adults, children and young people overcome a wide range of emotional difficulties. I am an Integrated Therapist using a Person Centred approach, Psychodynamic theory with Cognitive Behavioural Techniques (CBT).
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, depressed, anxious or dealing with relationship difficulties...? Experiencing ill health or long term health conditions? Struggling to cope with childhood trauma...? Would you like support to heal, make changes and move forward...? I am a BACP registered Counsellor with over 10 years’ experience of working within the NHS, alongside my own private practice. I have helped hundreds of adults, children and young people overcome a wide range of emotional difficulties. I am an Integrated Therapist using a Person Centred approach, Psychodynamic theory with Cognitive Behavioural Techniques (CBT).
We welcome you to a safe space....Coming for therapy can help you to identify what the issues are so that you can feel better about yourself, your relationships, your work and your life. All of our therapists are independent private practitioners with a great deal of experience of working with a vast range of issues in a variety of settings. We offer a wide range of daytime, late evening & Saturday appointments to fit around your busy schedule . If you're coming to us by car, we have free on-street parking and we are a few minutes walk from the nearest bus stop & metro stations.
We welcome you to a safe space....Coming for therapy can help you to identify what the issues are so that you can feel better about yourself, your relationships, your work and your life. All of our therapists are independent private practitioners with a great deal of experience of working with a vast range of issues in a variety of settings. We offer a wide range of daytime, late evening & Saturday appointments to fit around your busy schedule . If you're coming to us by car, we have free on-street parking and we are a few minutes walk from the nearest bus stop & metro stations.
I specialise in working with a generation of young people who often struggle with anxiety, poor self-esteem, loneliness and tech addiction, who need a supportive and non-judgemental space to navigate life's challenges. Following 10 years working in education from primary through to university age and a further three years as cofounder and coordinator of Lycée International de Londres's bilingual Peer Counselling Programme for Teens, I now draw upon my expertise in Embodied Systemic coaching, EFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques), and child and adolescent counselling to help young people improve their emotional wellbeing.
I specialise in working with a generation of young people who often struggle with anxiety, poor self-esteem, loneliness and tech addiction, who need a supportive and non-judgemental space to navigate life's challenges. Following 10 years working in education from primary through to university age and a further three years as cofounder and coordinator of Lycée International de Londres's bilingual Peer Counselling Programme for Teens, I now draw upon my expertise in Embodied Systemic coaching, EFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques), and child and adolescent counselling to help young people improve their emotional wellbeing.
Do you need a safe and calm space to talk openly about what’s been on your mind—whether it’s emotional challenges, relationship, or family issues, or simply feeling stuck? I’m here to help you make sense of your thoughts and feelings. Together, we can gently uncover the root of your emotions and building a path toward healing.
As an Integrative Counsellor, my approach is grounded in the Person-Centred model, while also drawing on CBT and mindfulness techniques to support your unique needs. I believe therapy should be tailored to you—your pace, your goals, and your story.
Do you need a safe and calm space to talk openly about what’s been on your mind—whether it’s emotional challenges, relationship, or family issues, or simply feeling stuck? I’m here to help you make sense of your thoughts and feelings. Together, we can gently uncover the root of your emotions and building a path toward healing.
As an Integrative Counsellor, my approach is grounded in the Person-Centred model, while also drawing on CBT and mindfulness techniques to support your unique needs. I believe therapy should be tailored to you—your pace, your goals, and your story.
Hi, I’m an accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor (UKCP/ MBACP) with a specialism of working with children, young people and adult clients. I am trained in EMDR (Masterclass) and have many years experience working with children and families within settings, such as schools, hospices, charities, clinical settings, LAC teams and in the community – Like Violet Oaklander says ‘Play can be a serious business’. I am a humanistic, ‘integrative’ practitioner, so I use different methods to develop a warm, friendly relationship based on individual needs, respect and accepting the person as a whole – in other words - ‘I’m Ok – You’re Ok’.
Hi, I’m an accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor (UKCP/ MBACP) with a specialism of working with children, young people and adult clients. I am trained in EMDR (Masterclass) and have many years experience working with children and families within settings, such as schools, hospices, charities, clinical settings, LAC teams and in the community – Like Violet Oaklander says ‘Play can be a serious business’. I am a humanistic, ‘integrative’ practitioner, so I use different methods to develop a warm, friendly relationship based on individual needs, respect and accepting the person as a whole – in other words - ‘I’m Ok – You’re Ok’.
North East Counselling Services provide counselling to anyone aged 4+ using our team of experienced counsellors. We provide counselling for couples in addition to individuals. We believe that getting you the right counsellor is important to your progress which is why we carry out an assessment then allocate you to the most appropriate counsellor, not just whoever is available. We've got a team of around 50 counsellors and 98% of our clients have said that our counselling helped them.
North East Counselling Services provide counselling to anyone aged 4+ using our team of experienced counsellors. We provide counselling for couples in addition to individuals. We believe that getting you the right counsellor is important to your progress which is why we carry out an assessment then allocate you to the most appropriate counsellor, not just whoever is available. We've got a team of around 50 counsellors and 98% of our clients have said that our counselling helped them.
When things seem hard and life is a struggle talking therapy can help. Whether it is a short term matter that is causing distress, or longer term work looking at whole of life and how we have learned to be, I aim to create a safe space for you to look at what needs to change and how to make that happen.
When things seem hard and life is a struggle talking therapy can help. Whether it is a short term matter that is causing distress, or longer term work looking at whole of life and how we have learned to be, I aim to create a safe space for you to look at what needs to change and how to make that happen.
I work with clients who are in need of a little bit of support with their anxiety or low mood
I work with clients who are in need of a little bit of support with their anxiety or low mood
I am a Clinical Psychologist providing therapy tailored to individuals with general mental health difficulties, long-term health conditions and neurodiversity. Additionally, I have experience working with people living with HIV, chronic pain, neurological disorders, FND, and traumatic brain injury.
I also provide neurorehabilitation, assessment of challenging behaviour, behaviour support plans, and mental capacity assessments.
I am a Clinical Psychologist providing therapy tailored to individuals with general mental health difficulties, long-term health conditions and neurodiversity. Additionally, I have experience working with people living with HIV, chronic pain, neurological disorders, FND, and traumatic brain injury.
I also provide neurorehabilitation, assessment of challenging behaviour, behaviour support plans, and mental capacity assessments.
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Number of Counsellors in Durham
90+
Average cost per session
£60
Counsellors in Durham who prioritize treating:
| 92% | Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 83% | Self Esteem |
| 74% | Relationship Issues |
| 74% | Stress |
| 72% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 70% | Bereavement |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 76% | AXA PPP |
| 72% | Aviva |
| 52% | Bupa |
How Counsellors in Durham see their clients
| 81% | In Person and Online | |
| 19% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 80% | Female | |
| 20% | Male |