ADHD Counselling in Great Baddow
You may appear to be coping on the outside, but internally feel overwhelmed, stuck or emotionally exhausted. Perhaps certain patterns keep repeating in relationships, work feels harder than it should, or past experiences continue to influence how you think, feel or respond.
You might be experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties or a growing sense that something needs to change. You’re looking for clarity, steadiness and a space where you can understand yourself more deeply, rather than just manage day to day.
You may appear to be coping on the outside, but internally feel overwhelmed, stuck or emotionally exhausted. Perhaps certain patterns keep repeating in relationships, work feels harder than it should, or past experiences continue to influence how you think, feel or respond.
You might be experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties or a growing sense that something needs to change. You’re looking for clarity, steadiness and a space where you can understand yourself more deeply, rather than just manage day to day.
I offer confidential therapy sessions in a safe, non judgemental environment. I believe everyone has the right to fulfil their potential so if something or someone is stopping that together we can work through the issue or reasons why you feel stuck. It can be easy to blame others but sometimes we need to look at ourselves to really see what is going on. The only person guaranteed to always be with you is YOU! so why not be the best possible version of yourself.
I offer confidential therapy sessions in a safe, non judgemental environment. I believe everyone has the right to fulfil their potential so if something or someone is stopping that together we can work through the issue or reasons why you feel stuck. It can be easy to blame others but sometimes we need to look at ourselves to really see what is going on. The only person guaranteed to always be with you is YOU! so why not be the best possible version of yourself.
Established in 2014, 5th Avenue Counselling is the practice of Marianne Mikhail Msc, offering an accessible option when you need therapeutic support, or just a space to talk and be heard.
Established in 2014, 5th Avenue Counselling is the practice of Marianne Mikhail Msc, offering an accessible option when you need therapeutic support, or just a space to talk and be heard.
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You may be functioning on the outside but struggling on the inside - experiencing depression, anxiety, or navigating significant life transitions such as bereavement, relationship difficulties, or ADHD related challenges.
My approach is psychodynamic. This means we pay attention not only to what is happening in your life now, but how earlier experiences may still be influencing you, often outside of conscious awareness. By gently exploring recurring emotional themes and relational patterns, we can uncover the deeper roots of current difficulties and support lasting change.
You may be functioning on the outside but struggling on the inside - experiencing depression, anxiety, or navigating significant life transitions such as bereavement, relationship difficulties, or ADHD related challenges.
My approach is psychodynamic. This means we pay attention not only to what is happening in your life now, but how earlier experiences may still be influencing you, often outside of conscious awareness. By gently exploring recurring emotional themes and relational patterns, we can uncover the deeper roots of current difficulties and support lasting change.
I work with all adults with various mental health challenges, and have specialist experience in neurodevelopmental conditions (Autism/ ADHD) having worked extensively within a specialist ND service.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or trapped in cycles of low mood, anxiety, or burnout? You may be struggling to make sense of past trauma and how it shapes your challenges today. Together we will equip you with the skills to improve your mental well-being and overall quality of life. As a practitioner psychologist my skillset spans a variety of domains. I currently carry out private psychological therapy work (adults), Autism diagnostic assessments for adults/children/young people, core needs assessments for children/young people and I have also worked within an inpatient service for individuals with the most acute mental health needs.
I work with all adults with various mental health challenges, and have specialist experience in neurodevelopmental conditions (Autism/ ADHD) having worked extensively within a specialist ND service.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or trapped in cycles of low mood, anxiety, or burnout? You may be struggling to make sense of past trauma and how it shapes your challenges today. Together we will equip you with the skills to improve your mental well-being and overall quality of life. As a practitioner psychologist my skillset spans a variety of domains. I currently carry out private psychological therapy work (adults), Autism diagnostic assessments for adults/children/young people, core needs assessments for children/young people and I have also worked within an inpatient service for individuals with the most acute mental health needs.
My name is Laurie May and I’m a non-binary counsellor and intimate partner therapist based in the UK. I work with individuals, couples and intimate partners of all genders and offer a warm and empathic space.
As an established expert within gender, sexuality and relationship diversity (GSRD) I bring a decade of experience providing therapy, training, group facilitation, and consultation.
My approach is passionately intersectional feminist and anti-oppressive and my practice is trauma informed, sex worker allied, kink aware and neuro-affirmative.
My name is Laurie May and I’m a non-binary counsellor and intimate partner therapist based in the UK. I work with individuals, couples and intimate partners of all genders and offer a warm and empathic space.
As an established expert within gender, sexuality and relationship diversity (GSRD) I bring a decade of experience providing therapy, training, group facilitation, and consultation.
My approach is passionately intersectional feminist and anti-oppressive and my practice is trauma informed, sex worker allied, kink aware and neuro-affirmative.
Dr. Chris James - Sleep Specialist & Adult ADHD
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I'm a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and sleep and ADHD specialist with 20+ years of experience providing evidence-based psychological interventions (including CBT) for a range of difficulties including insomnia, adult ADHD, anxiety, work-related stress and burnout, trauma, OCD, health anxiety, phobias, self-esteem issues and relationship difficulties.
Psychological support is about investing in you. Life can be chaotic, intense, confusing, and we can be left feeling disconnected from ourselves, our lives, and the people around us. Sometimes we just need some space to stop and think. Psychological support is also about developing a deeper understanding of yourself - who you are, what you need, what matters to you. For others, it's about building on existing skills - how to get more out of relationships, improving communication, being more assertive, boosting your sleep and performance, learning to be the best version of yourself.
I'm a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and sleep and ADHD specialist with 20+ years of experience providing evidence-based psychological interventions (including CBT) for a range of difficulties including insomnia, adult ADHD, anxiety, work-related stress and burnout, trauma, OCD, health anxiety, phobias, self-esteem issues and relationship difficulties.
Psychological support is about investing in you. Life can be chaotic, intense, confusing, and we can be left feeling disconnected from ourselves, our lives, and the people around us. Sometimes we just need some space to stop and think. Psychological support is also about developing a deeper understanding of yourself - who you are, what you need, what matters to you. For others, it's about building on existing skills - how to get more out of relationships, improving communication, being more assertive, boosting your sleep and performance, learning to be the best version of yourself.
My focus will be on helping you understand the function they have served for you, where they come from, and how to bring about change I have experience of working with individuals who present with diagnoses such as ADHD, autism, with one or more of the many different personality disorder, and with individuals who experience psychotic states of mind.
Most people who seek counselling and psychotherapy do not come with a diagnosis; they come because they are struggling with what’s going on in their life and/or what’s going on in their mind, and they are looking for change.
My focus will be on helping you understand the function they have served for you, where they come from, and how to bring about change I have experience of working with individuals who present with diagnoses such as ADHD, autism, with one or more of the many different personality disorder, and with individuals who experience psychotic states of mind.
Most people who seek counselling and psychotherapy do not come with a diagnosis; they come because they are struggling with what’s going on in their life and/or what’s going on in their mind, and they are looking for change.
I have two streams to my practice - adult psychotherapy and adult ADHD coaching.
I am here to provide a space for you to be heard and to help you understand yourself more deeply. I ask questions and offer interpretations and frameworks, as together we explore new perspectives. I bring focussed attention and acceptance, support and therapeutic insight which allow you to identify your needs and find solutions to the challenges you face.
I have two streams to my practice - adult psychotherapy and adult ADHD coaching.
I am here to provide a space for you to be heard and to help you understand yourself more deeply. I ask questions and offer interpretations and frameworks, as together we explore new perspectives. I bring focussed attention and acceptance, support and therapeutic insight which allow you to identify your needs and find solutions to the challenges you face.
There are many reasons why you might find yourself here. You may be working with a current issue, something rooted in your past or perhaps you are unsure but something does not feel 'right'. Whatever it may be, it takes courage to explore these issues.
I offer a safe, non-judgemental and grounded space for you to feel at ease and begin to explore what is currently going on in your world at a pace that feels right for you.
Together, we can begin to unpack what you are currently experiencing. We can begin to make sense of your thoughts and feelings and move towards a place of understanding and healing.
There are many reasons why you might find yourself here. You may be working with a current issue, something rooted in your past or perhaps you are unsure but something does not feel 'right'. Whatever it may be, it takes courage to explore these issues.
I offer a safe, non-judgemental and grounded space for you to feel at ease and begin to explore what is currently going on in your world at a pace that feels right for you.
Together, we can begin to unpack what you are currently experiencing. We can begin to make sense of your thoughts and feelings and move towards a place of understanding and healing.
Like many people, I have known loss, pain, and anxiety in my own life. These experiences have inspired a lifelong commitment to understanding the human mind and helping others navigate their own challenges. Over the past 20 years, I have dedicated my career to developing advanced expertise in Clinical Psychology, specialising in Neuropsychology, in order to provide the highest standard of support to my clients. I offer evidence-based, compassionate clinical care, always tailored to the unique needs of each person I work with. My goal is to help clients understand their difficulties, build on their strengths, and reach there goals.
Like many people, I have known loss, pain, and anxiety in my own life. These experiences have inspired a lifelong commitment to understanding the human mind and helping others navigate their own challenges. Over the past 20 years, I have dedicated my career to developing advanced expertise in Clinical Psychology, specialising in Neuropsychology, in order to provide the highest standard of support to my clients. I offer evidence-based, compassionate clinical care, always tailored to the unique needs of each person I work with. My goal is to help clients understand their difficulties, build on their strengths, and reach there goals.
There are times in our life when we can feel sad, anxious, overwhelmed or unfufilled. Therapy can provide support through challenging times, or a space for exploration of patterns that cause us to feel stuck and unhappy. I offer a warm, open and non judgemental space where we can explore your unique needs together at your own pace.
There are times in our life when we can feel sad, anxious, overwhelmed or unfufilled. Therapy can provide support through challenging times, or a space for exploration of patterns that cause us to feel stuck and unhappy. I offer a warm, open and non judgemental space where we can explore your unique needs together at your own pace.
I bring a background as an artist and lived experience of neurodivergence ADHD into the room
If you've ever felt like you think and feel at a slightly different frequency to most people around you, like too much, too sensitive, too in your head this might be the right place.
I work with people who are creative, curious, and often psychologically self-aware. People who feel things deeply. Who've probably already read a lot, thought a lot, and still find themselves stuck in patterns they can't quite shift from the outside. People drawn to understanding themselves - not just managing symptoms, but making genuine sense of who they are and why.
I bring a background as an artist and lived experience of neurodivergence ADHD into the room
If you've ever felt like you think and feel at a slightly different frequency to most people around you, like too much, too sensitive, too in your head this might be the right place.
I work with people who are creative, curious, and often psychologically self-aware. People who feel things deeply. Who've probably already read a lot, thought a lot, and still find themselves stuck in patterns they can't quite shift from the outside. People drawn to understanding themselves - not just managing symptoms, but making genuine sense of who they are and why.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression, or feeling stuck? Has life become difficult or confusing? Are you having relationship or family issues? Or maybe there are experiences in the past that you need to talk about? Or maybe things just aren’t working out the way you want or the way you hoped? We all sometimes need someone to hear us and help us make sense of things. I'm glad you found your way here.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression, or feeling stuck? Has life become difficult or confusing? Are you having relationship or family issues? Or maybe there are experiences in the past that you need to talk about? Or maybe things just aren’t working out the way you want or the way you hoped? We all sometimes need someone to hear us and help us make sense of things. I'm glad you found your way here.
I have been a Counsellor and Psychotherapist for over 20 years and I have valuable experience and extensive insight into the conflicts and dilemmas that people face. I work one to one with Individuals and Couples. I offer help towards achieving a more stable and contented state of mind, whether a person or couple's issues are about their past or present circumstances.
Stress and Anxiety can affect people in both their work and private lives, and these states of mind upset not only professional but also family relationships.
I offer help in learning how to rebuild your life and restore a healthy mental state of mind.
I have been a Counsellor and Psychotherapist for over 20 years and I have valuable experience and extensive insight into the conflicts and dilemmas that people face. I work one to one with Individuals and Couples. I offer help towards achieving a more stable and contented state of mind, whether a person or couple's issues are about their past or present circumstances.
Stress and Anxiety can affect people in both their work and private lives, and these states of mind upset not only professional but also family relationships.
I offer help in learning how to rebuild your life and restore a healthy mental state of mind.
You've probably been working hard to manage your anger, and are finding yourself more frustrated than ever.
The problem with anger is that the harder you try to manage it, the more stubborn it gets. But it's also incredibly misunderstood and there is so much more to learn about it. I don't work only with anger, in fact, a lot of my work with anger has come out of working around something else entirely.
You've probably been working hard to manage your anger, and are finding yourself more frustrated than ever.
The problem with anger is that the harder you try to manage it, the more stubborn it gets. But it's also incredibly misunderstood and there is so much more to learn about it. I don't work only with anger, in fact, a lot of my work with anger has come out of working around something else entirely.
I am a counsellor with a specialisation in working with ADHD-affected clients and the unique emotional challenges surrounding diagnosis and treatment.
In addition to thousands of hours with ADHD clients, couples and groups, I train other therapists how to work with ADHD clients in my ‘Working with ADHD’ workshops. I have my own ADHD-focussed resource and information website, and am regularly featured in magazines, online articles and podcasts.
I am a counsellor with a specialisation in working with ADHD-affected clients and the unique emotional challenges surrounding diagnosis and treatment.
In addition to thousands of hours with ADHD clients, couples and groups, I train other therapists how to work with ADHD clients in my ‘Working with ADHD’ workshops. I have my own ADHD-focussed resource and information website, and am regularly featured in magazines, online articles and podcasts.
Hello and welcome! I'm Laurie, an Integratively trained therapist. You might have heard this term but aren't quite sure what it means or how it could benefit you. Let me clarify: Being integratively trained means I've studied various therapeutic approaches, allowing me to tailor our work together to best suit your needs. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach because no person is the same. So, we'll start by exploring what you feel might work best for you. If you've had therapy before that wasn't effective, we'll delve into why and If this is your first time, we'll discuss how I can best help with my skills and experience.
Hello and welcome! I'm Laurie, an Integratively trained therapist. You might have heard this term but aren't quite sure what it means or how it could benefit you. Let me clarify: Being integratively trained means I've studied various therapeutic approaches, allowing me to tailor our work together to best suit your needs. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach because no person is the same. So, we'll start by exploring what you feel might work best for you. If you've had therapy before that wasn't effective, we'll delve into why and If this is your first time, we'll discuss how I can best help with my skills and experience.
Navigating a new country with an ADHD brain (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) can be isolating and lead to complete burnout.
I blend deep psychodynamic insight with practical, ADHD-informed strategies. Together, we’ll explore the roots of your challenges while building real-world skills for focus and self-regulation. Using tools like ACT, mindfulness, and creative work, we create a path to profound healing and help you feel more in control. I work in English and Italian.
Navigating a new country with an ADHD brain (diagnosed or self-diagnosed) can be isolating and lead to complete burnout.
I blend deep psychodynamic insight with practical, ADHD-informed strategies. Together, we’ll explore the roots of your challenges while building real-world skills for focus and self-regulation. Using tools like ACT, mindfulness, and creative work, we create a path to profound healing and help you feel more in control. I work in English and Italian.
I often work with anxiety, depression and ADHD-related difficulties, helping you feel more steady and in control.
I offer integrative, trauma-informed psychotherapy that supports emotional understanding and self-connection. My work draws on relational practice, neuroscience and mindful awareness to help you feel safer in your own experience, deepen self-trust and open space for lasting change- at a pace that feels right for you.
I often work with anxiety, depression and ADHD-related difficulties, helping you feel more steady and in control.
I offer integrative, trauma-informed psychotherapy that supports emotional understanding and self-connection. My work draws on relational practice, neuroscience and mindful awareness to help you feel safer in your own experience, deepen self-trust and open space for lasting change- at a pace that feels right for you.
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ADHD Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioural therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.