Autism Counselling in Ellesmere Port
I specialise in working with neurodivergent clients and offer a neuroaffirming, strengths based approach.
I offer a calm, safe space for you to explore any issues and challenges you may be facing. You will feel heard, understood, valued and respected. I am not here to tell you what to do, offer advice or make decisions for you. But I will absolutely support you to understand your feelings and reactions and to make decisions and choices that are important to you.
I specialise in working with neurodivergent clients and offer a neuroaffirming, strengths based approach.
I offer a calm, safe space for you to explore any issues and challenges you may be facing. You will feel heard, understood, valued and respected. I am not here to tell you what to do, offer advice or make decisions for you. But I will absolutely support you to understand your feelings and reactions and to make decisions and choices that are important to you.
Finding a counsellor can feel a daunting prospect, especially when feeling at your lowest ebb, navigating life's challenges, difficulties and the painful emotions these can bring. As an integrative therapist I will adapt my therapeutic approach to best suit your needs. I can offer you a safe space to explore these emotions and situations causing you most distress. In developing a trusting therapeutic relationship, we can explore what is impacting your wellbeing most, identify changes you wish to make and set realistic and achievable goals to work towards healing and growth, leaving you feeling empowered, stronger and more confident.
Finding a counsellor can feel a daunting prospect, especially when feeling at your lowest ebb, navigating life's challenges, difficulties and the painful emotions these can bring. As an integrative therapist I will adapt my therapeutic approach to best suit your needs. I can offer you a safe space to explore these emotions and situations causing you most distress. In developing a trusting therapeutic relationship, we can explore what is impacting your wellbeing most, identify changes you wish to make and set realistic and achievable goals to work towards healing and growth, leaving you feeling empowered, stronger and more confident.
Hi there. Integrative therapist with many years experience. Working with ages 14+. Offering variable hours. Working in Chester, Heswall and online. Special interest and further training in Anxiety, OCD and all forms of childhood abuse/trauma. I’m committed to creating a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I will be alongside you on your journey and together will explore what has been going on in your life and look at the bits you are not happy with. I will support you as you pick up new skills or adapt ones that you already had to find a way forward that feels better for you.
Hi there. Integrative therapist with many years experience. Working with ages 14+. Offering variable hours. Working in Chester, Heswall and online. Special interest and further training in Anxiety, OCD and all forms of childhood abuse/trauma. I’m committed to creating a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I will be alongside you on your journey and together will explore what has been going on in your life and look at the bits you are not happy with. I will support you as you pick up new skills or adapt ones that you already had to find a way forward that feels better for you.
I offer therapy for trauma and anxiety, along with extensive experience of working with clients with ADHD and Autism.
My work with adults focuses on increasing emotional regulation, addressing trauma-related and anxiety-based symptoms and providing people with the tools and support they need to navigate their personal healing journey. For my neurodivergent clients, I also offer practical strategies for supporting your needs and responses alongside my therapeutic practice.
I offer therapy for trauma and anxiety, along with extensive experience of working with clients with ADHD and Autism.
My work with adults focuses on increasing emotional regulation, addressing trauma-related and anxiety-based symptoms and providing people with the tools and support they need to navigate their personal healing journey. For my neurodivergent clients, I also offer practical strategies for supporting your needs and responses alongside my therapeutic practice.
If constant freeze, dissociation, or the weight of past trauma makes your body feel unsafe or your life feel disconnected, you're not broken — your nervous system has been protecting you. Healing begins with gentle, body-centred steps toward safety and meaning.
As a somatic trauma specialist and psychologist (PhD), I guide survivors of complex trauma through embodied recovery using somatic practices (nervous system regulation, titration, pendulation), polyvagal-informed tools, and integrative depth approaches. Blending these tools, we thaw frozen states, release survival energy, and foster post-traumatic growth — at your pace.
If constant freeze, dissociation, or the weight of past trauma makes your body feel unsafe or your life feel disconnected, you're not broken — your nervous system has been protecting you. Healing begins with gentle, body-centred steps toward safety and meaning.
As a somatic trauma specialist and psychologist (PhD), I guide survivors of complex trauma through embodied recovery using somatic practices (nervous system regulation, titration, pendulation), polyvagal-informed tools, and integrative depth approaches. Blending these tools, we thaw frozen states, release survival energy, and foster post-traumatic growth — at your pace.
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I work with neurodivergent and LGBTQI+ clients, and those facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or difficult childhood experiences, supporting resilience and self-understanding.
Therapy is always a collaborative process. I work relationally and pluralistically, meaning we build a trusting relationship and work together to identify goals that feel meaningful and realistic. I support clients to explore their experiences safely, develop greater self-understanding, and build confidence in managing emotions and relationships. My role is to listen carefully, adapt to each person’s needs, and offer a steady, compassionate space where change can happen gradually. Progress often begins with feeling understood and continues through developing new insight, resilience, and self-acceptance.
I work with neurodivergent and LGBTQI+ clients, and those facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or difficult childhood experiences, supporting resilience and self-understanding.
Therapy is always a collaborative process. I work relationally and pluralistically, meaning we build a trusting relationship and work together to identify goals that feel meaningful and realistic. I support clients to explore their experiences safely, develop greater self-understanding, and build confidence in managing emotions and relationships. My role is to listen carefully, adapt to each person’s needs, and offer a steady, compassionate space where change can happen gradually. Progress often begins with feeling understood and continues through developing new insight, resilience, and self-acceptance.
As a neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+ counsellor, I’ve created a space where people can exhale, explore, and begin to heal — a space grounded in authenticity, acceptance, and care.
Life can feel heavy at times, and it’s easy to feel stuck or overwhelmed. You don’t have to face it alone. In our sessions, we connect in a calm, wooden cabin nestled in a peaceful garden surrounded by trees, a space rooted in authenticity and acceptance, where you can slow down, breathe, and explore what’s happening for you.
As a neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+ counsellor, I’ve created a space where people can exhale, explore, and begin to heal — a space grounded in authenticity, acceptance, and care.
Life can feel heavy at times, and it’s easy to feel stuck or overwhelmed. You don’t have to face it alone. In our sessions, we connect in a calm, wooden cabin nestled in a peaceful garden surrounded by trees, a space rooted in authenticity and acceptance, where you can slow down, breathe, and explore what’s happening for you.
At Inner Shine Play Therapy, I support children navigating anxiety, trauma, school difficulties, or exploring their neurodivergent identity.
As a Certified Play & Outdoor therapist, I specialise in an integrative model of play therapy and neuro-affirming support. Alongside creative tools like sandplay and art, I utilise Sudley Estate's therapeutic garden to bring the benefits of nature into my sessions. This unique bridge between clinical safety and the outdoors helps children regulate and heal.
At Inner Shine Play Therapy, I support children navigating anxiety, trauma, school difficulties, or exploring their neurodivergent identity.
As a Certified Play & Outdoor therapist, I specialise in an integrative model of play therapy and neuro-affirming support. Alongside creative tools like sandplay and art, I utilise Sudley Estate's therapeutic garden to bring the benefits of nature into my sessions. This unique bridge between clinical safety and the outdoors helps children regulate and heal.
I specialise in working with: LGBTQIA+ adults, neurodivergent adults, eating disorders, supporters/families of above.
I often work with people who have tried therapy and got told they were self aware but didn't find it very useful.
During sessions we may predominantly talk through things, or we may incorporate other forms of expression like art, poetry, or music to access and help to incorporate your emotional and logical self.
I specialise in working with: LGBTQIA+ adults, neurodivergent adults, eating disorders, supporters/families of above.
I often work with people who have tried therapy and got told they were self aware but didn't find it very useful.
During sessions we may predominantly talk through things, or we may incorporate other forms of expression like art, poetry, or music to access and help to incorporate your emotional and logical self.
Perhaps you’ve recently been diagnosed as Autistic or ADHD & want to explore what that means for you, or you’re using substances to cope & would like to understand why.
Alongside my Private Practice, my background includes over five years working within the NHS, including community maternity services supporting women through pregnancy and the postnatal period, and NHS Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT) supporting people experiencing depression, anxiety, and other mental health difficulties.
Perhaps you’ve recently been diagnosed as Autistic or ADHD & want to explore what that means for you, or you’re using substances to cope & would like to understand why.
Alongside my Private Practice, my background includes over five years working within the NHS, including community maternity services supporting women through pregnancy and the postnatal period, and NHS Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT) supporting people experiencing depression, anxiety, and other mental health difficulties.
I have a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent adults, children, couples and families, including autistic people, those with ADHD, and those exploring whether neurodivergence is part of their story.
I work with adults, children and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and the challenges of neurodivergence. My practice is rooted in Narrative Therapy, helping people separate themselves from problems, reconnect with their strengths and values, and build lives that feel more meaningful and authentic.
I have a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent adults, children, couples and families, including autistic people, those with ADHD, and those exploring whether neurodivergence is part of their story.
I work with adults, children and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and the challenges of neurodivergence. My practice is rooted in Narrative Therapy, helping people separate themselves from problems, reconnect with their strengths and values, and build lives that feel more meaningful and authentic.
I am a queer, transgender, and AuDHD integrative therapist. I have experience supporting people with a wide range of issues, including: anxiety, depression, relationships, gender, sexuality, identity, neurodiversity, stress, trauma, and feeling stuck or lost.
I welcome clients from all backgrounds. I specialise in Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diversity (GSRD), supporting people who are LGBTQIA+ and/or have diverse relationship styles. I am neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, sex-positive, and kink-knowledgable. None of these things are requirements for working with me, but my experience is there if you need it!
I am a queer, transgender, and AuDHD integrative therapist. I have experience supporting people with a wide range of issues, including: anxiety, depression, relationships, gender, sexuality, identity, neurodiversity, stress, trauma, and feeling stuck or lost.
I welcome clients from all backgrounds. I specialise in Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diversity (GSRD), supporting people who are LGBTQIA+ and/or have diverse relationship styles. I am neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, sex-positive, and kink-knowledgable. None of these things are requirements for working with me, but my experience is there if you need it!
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I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of NHS experience, working across a range of settings with individuals experiencing many different forms of distress.
Rather than focusing solely on diagnoses or labels, I support you in developing a meaningful understanding of your life story and the challenges that may be impacting your well-being. Together, we’ll work to overcome these obstacles and empower you to experiment with new ways of being—helping you move toward greater confidence, balance, and fulfilment.
Welcome to my profile!
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of NHS experience, working across a range of settings with individuals experiencing many different forms of distress.
Rather than focusing solely on diagnoses or labels, I support you in developing a meaningful understanding of your life story and the challenges that may be impacting your well-being. Together, we’ll work to overcome these obstacles and empower you to experiment with new ways of being—helping you move toward greater confidence, balance, and fulfilment.
Most are neurodivergent adults exhausted by having to explain themselves.
I'm a BACP-registered psychotherapist with a background in molecular biology and 25 years working with people navigating hard things. I offer psychotherapy, diagnosis support, coaching and advocacy, all of it shaped around how you think. I bring neuroscientific credibility and relational warmth to the same room.
Most are neurodivergent adults exhausted by having to explain themselves.
I'm a BACP-registered psychotherapist with a background in molecular biology and 25 years working with people navigating hard things. I offer psychotherapy, diagnosis support, coaching and advocacy, all of it shaped around how you think. I bring neuroscientific credibility and relational warmth to the same room.
I specialise in trauma-informed psychotherapy and mentoring for parents and carers of neurodivergent children and young people, with a focus on supporting parents of autistic girls.
With 15 years as a BACP-accredited integrative psychotherapist and trauma specialist, plus 25 years in the autism field, I provide compassionate, individualized support. EMDR is a powerful tool for addressing trauma from challenges like school refusal and demand avoidance but is always offered based on what feels right for you.
I specialise in trauma-informed psychotherapy and mentoring for parents and carers of neurodivergent children and young people, with a focus on supporting parents of autistic girls.
With 15 years as a BACP-accredited integrative psychotherapist and trauma specialist, plus 25 years in the autism field, I provide compassionate, individualized support. EMDR is a powerful tool for addressing trauma from challenges like school refusal and demand avoidance but is always offered based on what feels right for you.
I have over 25 years experience in supporting people with Autism, ADHD, relationship issues, developmental trauma, CPTSD, addictions.
I am a relationship expert and focus on improving self esteem and confidence. You will understand your fears, learn to tolerate discomfort, deal with mood swings, manage time, initiate and complete tasks, and understand where your patterns of relating originated. You will explore your patterns, understand your triggers, learn to pause, make good decisions
I have over 25 years experience in supporting people with Autism, ADHD, relationship issues, developmental trauma, CPTSD, addictions.
I am a relationship expert and focus on improving self esteem and confidence. You will understand your fears, learn to tolerate discomfort, deal with mood swings, manage time, initiate and complete tasks, and understand where your patterns of relating originated. You will explore your patterns, understand your triggers, learn to pause, make good decisions
Having experience with Autism, Depression, Bereavement , Anxiety ,Long Term Illness, mental ill-health .
I will provide a caring, non-judgemental , confidential space. aiding healing in a non-directive way. I offer face to face therapy in my conservatory but can also offer online or phone. My therapy space is particularly relaxing for Teens and young people, I have experience with neurodivergent clients, taking in each clients individual needs.
Having experience with Autism, Depression, Bereavement , Anxiety ,Long Term Illness, mental ill-health .
I will provide a caring, non-judgemental , confidential space. aiding healing in a non-directive way. I offer face to face therapy in my conservatory but can also offer online or phone. My therapy space is particularly relaxing for Teens and young people, I have experience with neurodivergent clients, taking in each clients individual needs.
I appreciate that people might be coming to therapy with different preconceptions, goals, past experiences, and/or worries. As starting therapy takes a lot of courage, it is important we go at your pace. As such, our first session together will focus on: Getting to know each other to make sure I am the right fit for you, and exploring the difficulties you would like support with. We might also start to develop your goals and think about the type of therapy best suited to meet these. covering other important aspects such as confidentiality, session length, and timings so we know what to expect from each other.
I appreciate that people might be coming to therapy with different preconceptions, goals, past experiences, and/or worries. As starting therapy takes a lot of courage, it is important we go at your pace. As such, our first session together will focus on: Getting to know each other to make sure I am the right fit for you, and exploring the difficulties you would like support with. We might also start to develop your goals and think about the type of therapy best suited to meet these. covering other important aspects such as confidentiality, session length, and timings so we know what to expect from each other.
Empathy, compassion and validation are the key foundations of my work. Through my warm and active listening, we will find an understanding of the clients perspective and lived experience which helps the client in turn to find solutions for peace of mind for and within themselves. Working in this client centred way has been incredibly fulfilling these last few years and having my own practice allows for real freedom to choose how we work together. Struggling in life does not have to be lonely, if you are looking for clarity and understanding, my reflective and person centred approach may provide the tools to meet those challenges.
Empathy, compassion and validation are the key foundations of my work. Through my warm and active listening, we will find an understanding of the clients perspective and lived experience which helps the client in turn to find solutions for peace of mind for and within themselves. Working in this client centred way has been incredibly fulfilling these last few years and having my own practice allows for real freedom to choose how we work together. Struggling in life does not have to be lonely, if you are looking for clarity and understanding, my reflective and person centred approach may provide the tools to meet those challenges.
I'm Ella, a creative psychotherapist specialising in therapy for neurodivergent adults.
My approach is rooted in existential, person-centred & creative principles. We might think about things like your sense of meaning & purpose, the limits you're coming up against, & what life is like for you specifically, not what we're told is 'normal'. We may also use creativity in sessions to give us an alternate language to explore our inner worlds with.
I'm Ella, a creative psychotherapist specialising in therapy for neurodivergent adults.
My approach is rooted in existential, person-centred & creative principles. We might think about things like your sense of meaning & purpose, the limits you're coming up against, & what life is like for you specifically, not what we're told is 'normal'. We may also use creativity in sessions to give us an alternate language to explore our inner worlds with.
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What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.