Play Therapy Counselling in Frodsham

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Dr Julija Jain
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Share your problems, Challenge them, Learn new ways of coping and experience Change with my psychological services. I have over 10 years of training and practice in the most effective therapies aimed at helping people with complex and less complex mental health needs. As a highly skilled Chartered Counselling Psychologist, I can help you feel empowered and gain control of yourself and your responses to challenging situations. Book yourself for an initial psychological assessment session which will help us to have a better understanding of your issues and what specific approach is needed to resolve these issues: www.drjulijajain.com
Share your problems, Challenge them, Learn new ways of coping and experience Change with my psychological services. I have over 10 years of training and practice in the most effective therapies aimed at helping people with complex and less complex mental health needs. As a highly skilled Chartered Counselling Psychologist, I can help you feel empowered and gain control of yourself and your responses to challenging situations. Book yourself for an initial psychological assessment session which will help us to have a better understanding of your issues and what specific approach is needed to resolve these issues: www.drjulijajain.com
01707 246828 View 01707 246828
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Jacqui Roberts
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
All enquires through my website please. Most people experience anxiety or depression at some point in their lives and need to cope with pain and confusion. You may feel stuck and unmotivated or need to work through a traumatic experience from your past so you can move on with your life. You might also experience work related stress or be dealing with relationship difficulties. Self-development may also be the reason for seeking therapy. Therapy provides an opportunity to explore and make sense of your difficulties in a safe, non-judgmental environment, to develop your self-understanding and improve your relationships.
All enquires through my website please. Most people experience anxiety or depression at some point in their lives and need to cope with pain and confusion. You may feel stuck and unmotivated or need to work through a traumatic experience from your past so you can move on with your life. You might also experience work related stress or be dealing with relationship difficulties. Self-development may also be the reason for seeking therapy. Therapy provides an opportunity to explore and make sense of your difficulties in a safe, non-judgmental environment, to develop your self-understanding and improve your relationships.
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Finding you therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Do you feel like you're constantly having to adapt and please others, to feel ‘good enough’? Do you feel that if you were to show your honest and real self, you won’t be accepted or loved. This can be a lonely and desperate place to be, that will leave you feeling empty and exhausted all at once. Accepting who you are is an important inner journey that we will take together in our counselling sessions. I will support you in exploring many aspects of both you and your life so far, including your experiences, your family of origin, your personality type, your desires, your expectations, your passions and your fears.
Do you feel like you're constantly having to adapt and please others, to feel ‘good enough’? Do you feel that if you were to show your honest and real self, you won’t be accepted or loved. This can be a lonely and desperate place to be, that will leave you feeling empty and exhausted all at once. Accepting who you are is an important inner journey that we will take together in our counselling sessions. I will support you in exploring many aspects of both you and your life so far, including your experiences, your family of origin, your personality type, your desires, your expectations, your passions and your fears.
01928 245598 View 01928 245598

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Sarah Jane Wade
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Chorley PR7
Clients needs differ, I offer a place where each individual can explore their issues in a calm, safe environment. A place to talk about their everyday challenges and past experiences and look at what their hopes and goals for the future might be.
Clients needs differ, I offer a place where each individual can explore their issues in a calm, safe environment. A place to talk about their everyday challenges and past experiences and look at what their hopes and goals for the future might be.
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Devona Jet Hollins
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
As an Accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor providing bespoke support through Counselling, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy, I work with adults, young people and children. My approach is pluralistic, which means my training draws from various classic approaches and uses them together in response to the uniqueness of each client and their needs collaboratively . This style of therapy enables us to work flexibly and effectively with the past, present and the future. As your therapist I offer a safe, confidential setting allowing a person to talk about their feelings, needs and goals, all whilst carefully navigating any distress.
As an Accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor providing bespoke support through Counselling, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy, I work with adults, young people and children. My approach is pluralistic, which means my training draws from various classic approaches and uses them together in response to the uniqueness of each client and their needs collaboratively . This style of therapy enables us to work flexibly and effectively with the past, present and the future. As your therapist I offer a safe, confidential setting allowing a person to talk about their feelings, needs and goals, all whilst carefully navigating any distress.
0161 524 6539 View 0161 524 6539
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Clare Elizabeth Hancox
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Hello, my name is Clare. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I am a qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist based in L12 area of Liverpool. I offer a completely confidential, non-judgemental, and supportive space where we can work together to help you move past life’s obstacles. By working in a person-centred way, I can help you get clarity, get a better understanding of your feelings, and build resilience for the future. It takes a strong person to look for help and in doing so you have taken the first and biggest step towards getting a better understanding of yourself and whatever may be troubling you.
Hello, my name is Clare. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I am a qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist based in L12 area of Liverpool. I offer a completely confidential, non-judgemental, and supportive space where we can work together to help you move past life’s obstacles. By working in a person-centred way, I can help you get clarity, get a better understanding of your feelings, and build resilience for the future. It takes a strong person to look for help and in doing so you have taken the first and biggest step towards getting a better understanding of yourself and whatever may be troubling you.
01704 337925 View 01704 337925
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Natalie Mills
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
When counselling I use an integrative approach as it encompasses different therapies such as person-centred, cognitive behavioural therapy, mindfulness, solution-focused therapies, creative and play therapies.
I know things can be difficult but you don’t need to struggle alone, because I'm here to help. As a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor, I can work with you to overcome your issues in friendly and safe environment. I offer confidential counselling sessions supporting adults, young people, and children with a variety of neurodivergent, emotional, mental, and physical issues either in person or online. I will be empathic, honest, and non-judgemental during our sessions and will provide support which is tailored to you.
When counselling I use an integrative approach as it encompasses different therapies such as person-centred, cognitive behavioural therapy, mindfulness, solution-focused therapies, creative and play therapies.
I know things can be difficult but you don’t need to struggle alone, because I'm here to help. As a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor, I can work with you to overcome your issues in friendly and safe environment. I offer confidential counselling sessions supporting adults, young people, and children with a variety of neurodivergent, emotional, mental, and physical issues either in person or online. I will be empathic, honest, and non-judgemental during our sessions and will provide support which is tailored to you.
0161 850 3632 View 0161 850 3632
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Dr Amy Lyons
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I also play netball every week where I engage in my competitive side!
Hi! I’m Amy. I’m a Chartered Clinical Psychologist. I was very lucky to really enjoy going to university to study psychology. I quickly knew it was the area I wanted to work in and so began my journey in training to be one, completing masters and doctorate degrees along the way! I’ve worked with lots of different people, including children and young people, older adults and people with intellectual disabilities, neurodevelopmental and neurological conditions. I have also worked with include both child and adult eating disorders, OCD, psychosis, stroke rehabilitation and people who have offended who are staying in hospital.
I also play netball every week where I engage in my competitive side!
Hi! I’m Amy. I’m a Chartered Clinical Psychologist. I was very lucky to really enjoy going to university to study psychology. I quickly knew it was the area I wanted to work in and so began my journey in training to be one, completing masters and doctorate degrees along the way! I’ve worked with lots of different people, including children and young people, older adults and people with intellectual disabilities, neurodevelopmental and neurological conditions. I have also worked with include both child and adult eating disorders, OCD, psychosis, stroke rehabilitation and people who have offended who are staying in hospital.
020 3870 2957 View 020 3870 2957
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Shabnam Khan
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Graduated from Warwick University with a Person Centred degree. I have been working as a counsellor for almost 13 years. I work with clients of all ages for a varied range of issues and have been contracted by Forward Thinking Birmingham at Open Door for almost 11 years. I have worked all over Birmingham in many schools visiting clients. I am currently working weekly at King Edwards High School and at Heartlands Academy. I also work with clients referred to me by Women’s Aid. Using the person centred approach helps my clients feel accepted and heard no matter what issue they bring. I offer a safe place to talk enabling clarity.
Graduated from Warwick University with a Person Centred degree. I have been working as a counsellor for almost 13 years. I work with clients of all ages for a varied range of issues and have been contracted by Forward Thinking Birmingham at Open Door for almost 11 years. I have worked all over Birmingham in many schools visiting clients. I am currently working weekly at King Edwards High School and at Heartlands Academy. I also work with clients referred to me by Women’s Aid. Using the person centred approach helps my clients feel accepted and heard no matter what issue they bring. I offer a safe place to talk enabling clarity.
0121 817 7069 View 0121 817 7069
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Inner Shine Play Therapy
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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.
01923 311300 View 01923 311300
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Emmie Brunskill
Counsellor, MBACP
Feeling "stuck" or overwhelmed by anxiety and anger can be exhausting. Whether you are navigating personal distress, concerned about your child’s well-being, or seeking to strengthen a relationship, you don't have to carry that weight alone. I provide a safe space for you to share your story and uncover the root of these challenges. When you are ready to move toward peace of mind, reach out to begin your journey.
Feeling "stuck" or overwhelmed by anxiety and anger can be exhausting. Whether you are navigating personal distress, concerned about your child’s well-being, or seeking to strengthen a relationship, you don't have to carry that weight alone. I provide a safe space for you to share your story and uncover the root of these challenges. When you are ready to move toward peace of mind, reach out to begin your journey.
01767 660959 View 01767 660959
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Julie Mark
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello and welcome. Asking for help can be so very difficult, and at a time when you may be feeling at your most vulnerable. As a mature, accredited and insured therapist I endeavour to put you at ease and work with you to best suit your needs. I work as a Person-Centred therapist, very passionate about the potential of every individual that I encounter. The time spent in therapy is your time, a space just for you. Qualified for over 9 years, I have worked with adults, young adults, teens and children in a variety of settings. I am currently working in person and on line, with home visits possible under certain circumstances.
Hello and welcome. Asking for help can be so very difficult, and at a time when you may be feeling at your most vulnerable. As a mature, accredited and insured therapist I endeavour to put you at ease and work with you to best suit your needs. I work as a Person-Centred therapist, very passionate about the potential of every individual that I encounter. The time spent in therapy is your time, a space just for you. Qualified for over 9 years, I have worked with adults, young adults, teens and children in a variety of settings. I am currently working in person and on line, with home visits possible under certain circumstances.
01223 622455 View 01223 622455
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Krista Mavrohannas
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Maybe you’re holding it together on the outside, but inside it feels like too much. It might be anxiety, depression, past trauma, ADHD, or patterns in relationships or with self-worth that feel hard to shift. You don’t need to explain it all perfectly, just somewhere to start. I’m a BACP-registered therapist offering a person-centred, trauma-informed space to go at your pace. You’ll be met with empathy, honesty, and respect. People often come to me feeling stuck, emotionally exhausted, or unsure where to begin. Over time, you can start to feel more settled, more like yourself again, and like things are a little easier to face.
Maybe you’re holding it together on the outside, but inside it feels like too much. It might be anxiety, depression, past trauma, ADHD, or patterns in relationships or with self-worth that feel hard to shift. You don’t need to explain it all perfectly, just somewhere to start. I’m a BACP-registered therapist offering a person-centred, trauma-informed space to go at your pace. You’ll be met with empathy, honesty, and respect. People often come to me feeling stuck, emotionally exhausted, or unsure where to begin. Over time, you can start to feel more settled, more like yourself again, and like things are a little easier to face.
0161 524 9432 View 0161 524 9432
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Lucy Knox - Lighthouse Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
A warm welcome, My name is Lucy, I am a highly qualified consultant psychotherapist (BA, MsC, RMBACP). I can work with all presentations, diagnoses and tailor therapy to you. I also specialise in trauma. Trauma can be any lasting impact or distress after any event/experience or series of events/experiences; it is personal and relative to you. Often, the question we ask ourselves is 'What's wrong with me?' rather than 'What happened to me?' or 'What is happening in my internal world?'. It can help to approach ourselves curiously and compassionately to break patterns of thought and build a healthy life for ourselves in the present.
A warm welcome, My name is Lucy, I am a highly qualified consultant psychotherapist (BA, MsC, RMBACP). I can work with all presentations, diagnoses and tailor therapy to you. I also specialise in trauma. Trauma can be any lasting impact or distress after any event/experience or series of events/experiences; it is personal and relative to you. Often, the question we ask ourselves is 'What's wrong with me?' rather than 'What happened to me?' or 'What is happening in my internal world?'. It can help to approach ourselves curiously and compassionately to break patterns of thought and build a healthy life for ourselves in the present.
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Zoë Stephens
Psychotherapist, PNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Bolton BL1
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges, you’re not alone. Past experiences—especially those tied to attachment—can shape how we feel, think, and connect with others. You may be searching for ways to heal from trauma, manage symptoms of complex PTSD, or navigate the difficulties of personality or eating disorders. More than anything, you want to feel safe, understood, and empowered to build a more fulfilling life.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges, you’re not alone. Past experiences—especially those tied to attachment—can shape how we feel, think, and connect with others. You may be searching for ways to heal from trauma, manage symptoms of complex PTSD, or navigate the difficulties of personality or eating disorders. More than anything, you want to feel safe, understood, and empowered to build a more fulfilling life.
01453 707137 View 01453 707137
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Victoria White
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello, I offer individual and couples counselling in person, via Zoom, or by telephone and I have experience working with adults of all ages and varied backgrounds. I support individuals in navigating their traumas and recent experiences that may be holding them back from fully embracing and enjoying life. The focus of therapy is always on your well-being - we will work together at your own pace to find the change and clearer paths. I will support you to feel empowered, find the right balance for you, and could help you to develop long-lasting coping strategies, find your own insights into and understanding of your problems.
Hello, I offer individual and couples counselling in person, via Zoom, or by telephone and I have experience working with adults of all ages and varied backgrounds. I support individuals in navigating their traumas and recent experiences that may be holding them back from fully embracing and enjoying life. The focus of therapy is always on your well-being - we will work together at your own pace to find the change and clearer paths. I will support you to feel empowered, find the right balance for you, and could help you to develop long-lasting coping strategies, find your own insights into and understanding of your problems.
01248 663121 View 01248 663121
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Ifthakar Khaliq
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Bolton BL4
If you have reached this page then you have taken the most difficult step in looking for support. Now it's just a matter of reaching out. Chances are you may be experiencing some emotional difficulty or you may be struggling to make sense of your thoughts, feelings & experiences, or break old habits or patterns of behaviour. To find more balance or clarity around what’s going on for you. Or you may just know that you want to change an area of your life. So whatever your reason for seeking support I firmly believe that you can do this and benefit, from a period of therapy. It is just a matter of reaching out and trusting the process.
If you have reached this page then you have taken the most difficult step in looking for support. Now it's just a matter of reaching out. Chances are you may be experiencing some emotional difficulty or you may be struggling to make sense of your thoughts, feelings & experiences, or break old habits or patterns of behaviour. To find more balance or clarity around what’s going on for you. Or you may just know that you want to change an area of your life. So whatever your reason for seeking support I firmly believe that you can do this and benefit, from a period of therapy. It is just a matter of reaching out and trusting the process.
01204 939942 View 01204 939942
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Anna Marie Bell
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
At any stage in our lives, relationships and events can leave us with deep hurt and confusion that needs professional help. Counselling can give hope and help untangle confusing thoughts and emotions to understand our true selves and our relationships better, leading to a happier life. Experiencing a therapeutic relationship where you are genuinely valued, understood and accepted without judgement, can be in itself healing. As a person-centred creative counsellor, I see the client and therapist as equals. I provide you with a safe, confidential space to explore the issues that you bring.These sessions are yours, to use as you wish.
At any stage in our lives, relationships and events can leave us with deep hurt and confusion that needs professional help. Counselling can give hope and help untangle confusing thoughts and emotions to understand our true selves and our relationships better, leading to a happier life. Experiencing a therapeutic relationship where you are genuinely valued, understood and accepted without judgement, can be in itself healing. As a person-centred creative counsellor, I see the client and therapist as equals. I provide you with a safe, confidential space to explore the issues that you bring.These sessions are yours, to use as you wish.
01352 879966 View 01352 879966
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Jess Carter
Psychotherapist, MA, PTUK
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Play and creative arts therapy can benefit any child or young person who is experiencing emotional or behavioural challenges in relation to (but not limited to) the following areas: adoption/fostering, abuse, attachment and trauma, anxiety, bereavement, bullying, emotional or behavioural difficulties, family breakdown, friendship difficulties, illness, low self-esteem, nightmares, physical regulation issues (e.g. sleeping, eating and toileting) or social withdrawal.
Jess is a certified play and creative arts therapist and registered member of Play Therapy UK. Jess has extensive experience in working with children and young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs, including those impacted by trauma and abuse and/or exhibiting problematic behaviours.
Play and creative arts therapy can benefit any child or young person who is experiencing emotional or behavioural challenges in relation to (but not limited to) the following areas: adoption/fostering, abuse, attachment and trauma, anxiety, bereavement, bullying, emotional or behavioural difficulties, family breakdown, friendship difficulties, illness, low self-esteem, nightmares, physical regulation issues (e.g. sleeping, eating and toileting) or social withdrawal.
Jess is a certified play and creative arts therapist and registered member of Play Therapy UK. Jess has extensive experience in working with children and young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs, including those impacted by trauma and abuse and/or exhibiting problematic behaviours.
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Karen Elizabeth Butcher
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I work with both adults and young people and have extensive experience working with teenagers. I work with various presenting difficulties such as anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, low self esteem, relationship problems, loss and abuse. I offer a flexible approach, ensuring that each individual feels comfortable to explore areas important to them. Ask yourself........are you feeling overwhelmed, lost or stuck? Do you want to make changes? Are you ready to heal from your experiences or relationship difficulties? If so, this may be a good time to start counselling and explore coping strategies.
I work with both adults and young people and have extensive experience working with teenagers. I work with various presenting difficulties such as anxiety, stress, trauma, depression, low self esteem, relationship problems, loss and abuse. I offer a flexible approach, ensuring that each individual feels comfortable to explore areas important to them. Ask yourself........are you feeling overwhelmed, lost or stuck? Do you want to make changes? Are you ready to heal from your experiences or relationship difficulties? If so, this may be a good time to start counselling and explore coping strategies.
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Play Therapy Counsellors
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.

Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behaviour and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.

What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.

What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.

How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behaviour.