Chronic Pain Counselling in Guisborough
If you are on this page, it probably means you are a feeling a little stuck and could do with someone to trust, not judge you and listen to you. I can do that. What makes me different, I’ve been there. I’m not going to write paragraphs about me because this is about you. If you’d like to know more about me, please visit my site ww.allanclayton.co.uk “When I stand at the foot of a mountain, I can very rarely see the summit. I put one foot in front of the other and take a step at a time. Before I know it, I’ve conquered that mountain.”
If you are on this page, it probably means you are a feeling a little stuck and could do with someone to trust, not judge you and listen to you. I can do that. What makes me different, I’ve been there. I’m not going to write paragraphs about me because this is about you. If you’d like to know more about me, please visit my site ww.allanclayton.co.uk “When I stand at the foot of a mountain, I can very rarely see the summit. I put one foot in front of the other and take a step at a time. Before I know it, I’ve conquered that mountain.”
I provide counselling for individuals and couples exclusively online (couples/individuals) or by telephone (individuals). Offering support wherever you are most comfortable. Whether you are seeking personal growth, or looking to strengthen your relationship, I create a safe, supportive space to explore challenges and move towards positive change.
For couples we can focus on developing clearer, calmer communication skills, creating space where both partners feel listened to and understood.
I provide counselling for individuals and couples exclusively online (couples/individuals) or by telephone (individuals). Offering support wherever you are most comfortable. Whether you are seeking personal growth, or looking to strengthen your relationship, I create a safe, supportive space to explore challenges and move towards positive change.
For couples we can focus on developing clearer, calmer communication skills, creating space where both partners feel listened to and understood.
I am a BACP-registered psychotherapist working with adult clients (18+) who experience a wide range of issues including anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, chronic health conditions, identity and/or personality difficulties, low confidence and/or self-esteem. I offer a safe and confidential space in which we can work collaboratively to explore the issues you are struggling with. I offer sessions online and in person. To book a free 15-minute consultation please visit my website or get in touch using the contact details on this page. Initial and ongoing sessions: £70 for 50 minutes.
I am a BACP-registered psychotherapist working with adult clients (18+) who experience a wide range of issues including anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, chronic health conditions, identity and/or personality difficulties, low confidence and/or self-esteem. I offer a safe and confidential space in which we can work collaboratively to explore the issues you are struggling with. I offer sessions online and in person. To book a free 15-minute consultation please visit my website or get in touch using the contact details on this page. Initial and ongoing sessions: £70 for 50 minutes.
Hello, and welcome. My name is Cat, and I’m a Clinical Psychologist committed to helping people navigate emotional and mental health challenges. My approach is warm, supportive, and based on proven therapy methods. Together, we will create a space where you feel heard, understood, and respected while maintaining clear professional boundaries.
Traumatic life experiences, self-doubt, and low mood can shape how we see ourselves and the world. Therapy offers the opportunity to explore these challenges with curiosity and self-compassion, moving towards greater self-acceptance. Feel free to get in touch to explore how therapy may help.
Hello, and welcome. My name is Cat, and I’m a Clinical Psychologist committed to helping people navigate emotional and mental health challenges. My approach is warm, supportive, and based on proven therapy methods. Together, we will create a space where you feel heard, understood, and respected while maintaining clear professional boundaries.
Traumatic life experiences, self-doubt, and low mood can shape how we see ourselves and the world. Therapy offers the opportunity to explore these challenges with curiosity and self-compassion, moving towards greater self-acceptance. Feel free to get in touch to explore how therapy may help.
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I offer my clients a predominantly Person-Centred approach to counselling that is welcoming, understanding, non-judgemental and of course completely confidential. I currently work for an EAP Service and previously a Primary Care Mental Health Organisation alongside my own private practice which is based in Darlington. I can offer you an integrative approach to therapy which includes training in CBT, Creative Therapies and Mindfulness. I have extensive experience of working with difference, diversity, and a variety of issues, which means I can offer you a bespoke humanistic experience that is tailored to your unique needs.
I offer my clients a predominantly Person-Centred approach to counselling that is welcoming, understanding, non-judgemental and of course completely confidential. I currently work for an EAP Service and previously a Primary Care Mental Health Organisation alongside my own private practice which is based in Darlington. I can offer you an integrative approach to therapy which includes training in CBT, Creative Therapies and Mindfulness. I have extensive experience of working with difference, diversity, and a variety of issues, which means I can offer you a bespoke humanistic experience that is tailored to your unique needs.
I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed by the weight of past trauma, grapple with chronic pain, or who are trying to cope with fears about death and loss.
I specialise in trauma, chronic pain, and issues related to death, offering a blend of EMDR, ACT, and existential therapy. Together, we’ll create a safe space to explore your experiences, reduce emotional suffering, and grow a deeper sense of acceptance and meaning. Whether you’re facing past trauma, living with pain, or navigating loss, I’m here to help.
I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed by the weight of past trauma, grapple with chronic pain, or who are trying to cope with fears about death and loss.
I specialise in trauma, chronic pain, and issues related to death, offering a blend of EMDR, ACT, and existential therapy. Together, we’ll create a safe space to explore your experiences, reduce emotional suffering, and grow a deeper sense of acceptance and meaning. Whether you’re facing past trauma, living with pain, or navigating loss, I’m here to help.
Hello, I have current appointments available to work with a range of your worries, anxieties, loneliness, depression , self-harm and relationship difficulties. I offer online, phone and face to face sessions. I am a qualified therapist with interests in working closely with those who want to change some aspect of their life. I also work with student counsellors and qualified therapists offering supervision and counselling academic tuition . I offer short term or long term psychotherapy where we work hard together to form a relationship powerful enough to change things for you in your private life.
Hello, I have current appointments available to work with a range of your worries, anxieties, loneliness, depression , self-harm and relationship difficulties. I offer online, phone and face to face sessions. I am a qualified therapist with interests in working closely with those who want to change some aspect of their life. I also work with student counsellors and qualified therapists offering supervision and counselling academic tuition . I offer short term or long term psychotherapy where we work hard together to form a relationship powerful enough to change things for you in your private life.
IN-PERSON sessions in DURHAM. I’m a highly qualified and experienced psychotherapist who works with a diverse range of people and the whole of their issues. I understand that everyone can go through difficult times and can benefit from support in handling these challenges. I can help by offering you a relaxed, safe and confidential therapeutic space to explore issues troubling you in a caring, accepting and non-judgemental way. People I have worked with tell me their therapeutic experience with me has increased their confidence, self-awareness, personal growth and they have gained a deeper sense of meaning, purpose and contentment.
IN-PERSON sessions in DURHAM. I’m a highly qualified and experienced psychotherapist who works with a diverse range of people and the whole of their issues. I understand that everyone can go through difficult times and can benefit from support in handling these challenges. I can help by offering you a relaxed, safe and confidential therapeutic space to explore issues troubling you in a caring, accepting and non-judgemental way. People I have worked with tell me their therapeutic experience with me has increased their confidence, self-awareness, personal growth and they have gained a deeper sense of meaning, purpose and contentment.
It takes courage to be reflective about ourselves and consider the things that might be getting in our way. Finding the right therapist can be an overwhelming task. I’m Amy, a humanistic and integrative Psychotherapist. Whatever has brought you here, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, changes to your identity or other stumbling blocks in life; our co-created relationship could be the catalyst for change you’re looking for.
It takes courage to be reflective about ourselves and consider the things that might be getting in our way. Finding the right therapist can be an overwhelming task. I’m Amy, a humanistic and integrative Psychotherapist. Whatever has brought you here, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, changes to your identity or other stumbling blocks in life; our co-created relationship could be the catalyst for change you’re looking for.
It may be life has recently changed, new challenges have appeared, or you may have always felt life was difficult, and you need to explore issues that are causing you pain and making you feel unhappy.
Although I work with you holistically, our work is based on proven, highly respected methods and theories that are used, researched and evaluated as effective. These theories continually evolve, and I stay current with practices and approaches. It matters that the work we do together makes a positive difference in your life.
It may be life has recently changed, new challenges have appeared, or you may have always felt life was difficult, and you need to explore issues that are causing you pain and making you feel unhappy.
Although I work with you holistically, our work is based on proven, highly respected methods and theories that are used, researched and evaluated as effective. These theories continually evolve, and I stay current with practices and approaches. It matters that the work we do together makes a positive difference in your life.
I have been a Counsellor / Psychotherapist / Hypnotherapist for over 25years I specialised in the field addiction for many years. Working within addiction offered a wide and varied opportunity to work and become familiar with many client issues. Clients relying upon substances, use as a coping mechanism, however substance use causes further mental health issues which further complicates their ability to cope. I now work solely within private practice based at home where clients can relax in a confidential informal setting. This allows them time explore their own needs in a time frame which meets their own specific needs.
I have been a Counsellor / Psychotherapist / Hypnotherapist for over 25years I specialised in the field addiction for many years. Working within addiction offered a wide and varied opportunity to work and become familiar with many client issues. Clients relying upon substances, use as a coping mechanism, however substance use causes further mental health issues which further complicates their ability to cope. I now work solely within private practice based at home where clients can relax in a confidential informal setting. This allows them time explore their own needs in a time frame which meets their own specific needs.
From my own life experience & personal development trainings and counselling career, I have a deep compassion and understanding that underpins my work .
From my own life experience & personal development trainings and counselling career, I have a deep compassion and understanding that underpins my work .
My counselling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe one size fits all! I am experienced in working with a wide range of issues including relationship issues, depression, anxiety, coping with addictions, attention-deficit disorder, trauma, bereavement and loss, anger management amongst other concerns I also help many people who have experienced sexual abuse, rape and domestic violence or that live with personality disorders
My counselling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe one size fits all! I am experienced in working with a wide range of issues including relationship issues, depression, anxiety, coping with addictions, attention-deficit disorder, trauma, bereavement and loss, anger management amongst other concerns I also help many people who have experienced sexual abuse, rape and domestic violence or that live with personality disorders
I have extensive experience of working with people who are living with conditions such as cancer, diabetes, persistent pain, gastrointestinal problems (such as IBS), dermatological issues and also life-limiting illnesses.
As an experienced Clinical Psychologist I am trained in and draw on a wide variety of evidence-based therapies. These include CBT, CAT, ACT, CFT, EMDR, Mindfulness, and Hypnosis. Together we will make a plan of which therapeutic approach(es) would fit best, to help you achieve what you want to out of our sessions.
I have extensive experience of working with people who are living with conditions such as cancer, diabetes, persistent pain, gastrointestinal problems (such as IBS), dermatological issues and also life-limiting illnesses.
As an experienced Clinical Psychologist I am trained in and draw on a wide variety of evidence-based therapies. These include CBT, CAT, ACT, CFT, EMDR, Mindfulness, and Hypnosis. Together we will make a plan of which therapeutic approach(es) would fit best, to help you achieve what you want to out of our sessions.
Struggling to cope with negative emotions can feel very isolating and, by the nature of some problems, guilt and shame can make us feel stigmatised and prevent us reaching out for support even when its not our fault. People come to counselling for all kinds of reasons from childhood trauma to life events as adults such as divorce, bereavement and stress and what they all have in common is a desire to feel better and begin to enjoy life. Some people find they use alcohol or drugs in an attempt to cope with their feelings but inventively this creates more problems
Struggling to cope with negative emotions can feel very isolating and, by the nature of some problems, guilt and shame can make us feel stigmatised and prevent us reaching out for support even when its not our fault. People come to counselling for all kinds of reasons from childhood trauma to life events as adults such as divorce, bereavement and stress and what they all have in common is a desire to feel better and begin to enjoy life. Some people find they use alcohol or drugs in an attempt to cope with their feelings but inventively this creates more problems
You feel stuck—like no matter how much you achieve or try to change, something keeps pulling you back into old patterns. You might put others first, struggle to trust your own needs, or feel disconnected from who you truly are. Deep down, you know there’s more to life—you just can’t seem to reach it. My clients come to me wanting to understand what’s holding them back, to heal past wounds, and to reconnect with their sense of self so they can finally create the life they know they’re meant to live.
You feel stuck—like no matter how much you achieve or try to change, something keeps pulling you back into old patterns. You might put others first, struggle to trust your own needs, or feel disconnected from who you truly are. Deep down, you know there’s more to life—you just can’t seem to reach it. My clients come to me wanting to understand what’s holding them back, to heal past wounds, and to reconnect with their sense of self so they can finally create the life they know they’re meant to live.
I have immediate availability for clients.
Hi, I am a BABCP accredited cognitive behavioural therapist and a previously registered Occupational Therapist. I provide personalised CBT (£80 per session from January 2026) for people with anxiety disorders e.g. OCD, health anxiety, Generalised anxiety disorder (worry about everything), panic disorder, phobias, social anxiety, PTSD, low self esteem and depression. I also look at wellbeing issues e.g. sleep. I also offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing £80 per session for trauma and anxiety. I am available Tuesday to Thursday throughout the day until 7pm only.
I have immediate availability for clients.
Hi, I am a BABCP accredited cognitive behavioural therapist and a previously registered Occupational Therapist. I provide personalised CBT (£80 per session from January 2026) for people with anxiety disorders e.g. OCD, health anxiety, Generalised anxiety disorder (worry about everything), panic disorder, phobias, social anxiety, PTSD, low self esteem and depression. I also look at wellbeing issues e.g. sleep. I also offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing £80 per session for trauma and anxiety. I am available Tuesday to Thursday throughout the day until 7pm only.
Hi, I’m Natalie, the therapist at East Durham Counselling. I work with adults and young people in private practice. I’m trained in integrative counselling, which means I have lots of techniques to choose from when deciding what will help my clients the most; I draw from person-centred, psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioural therapies depending on the presenting issues and client's needs. I have experience of working with autism, ADHD, abuse, anxiety, bereavement, depression, domestic violence, eating disorders, OCD, PTSD, relationship issues, self-harm, stress, trauma and dissociation.
Hi, I’m Natalie, the therapist at East Durham Counselling. I work with adults and young people in private practice. I’m trained in integrative counselling, which means I have lots of techniques to choose from when deciding what will help my clients the most; I draw from person-centred, psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioural therapies depending on the presenting issues and client's needs. I have experience of working with autism, ADHD, abuse, anxiety, bereavement, depression, domestic violence, eating disorders, OCD, PTSD, relationship issues, self-harm, stress, trauma and dissociation.
Welcome! You may be seeking a therapist, counsellor, or coach to address a specific issue, heal from past experiences, or explore a general sense that something isn’t quite right. Talking in confidence can help you discover who you are and make self-loving, empowered choices.
Therapy and counselling foster self-awareness, emotional healing, and resilience, reconnecting you with your innate self-worth. Life coaching helps clear unconscious patterns, set meaningful goals, and take action toward a fulfilling, nourishing life.
Welcome! You may be seeking a therapist, counsellor, or coach to address a specific issue, heal from past experiences, or explore a general sense that something isn’t quite right. Talking in confidence can help you discover who you are and make self-loving, empowered choices.
Therapy and counselling foster self-awareness, emotional healing, and resilience, reconnecting you with your innate self-worth. Life coaching helps clear unconscious patterns, set meaningful goals, and take action toward a fulfilling, nourishing life.
Do you find yourself caught up in cycles of worry that just seem to go on and on, or rely on coping strategies that don’t seem to really make you feel any better? Are you in a situation that doesn’t seem to be improving or feel concerned about the future of your relationship with your partner? Perhaps you feel that your mental health has taken a dip and you find yourself struggling to return to a state of positive mental wellbeing? Whether you’re seeking support on your own or attending sessions with your partner, I offer a protected and supportive space to explore your needs and goals
Do you find yourself caught up in cycles of worry that just seem to go on and on, or rely on coping strategies that don’t seem to really make you feel any better? Are you in a situation that doesn’t seem to be improving or feel concerned about the future of your relationship with your partner? Perhaps you feel that your mental health has taken a dip and you find yourself struggling to return to a state of positive mental wellbeing? Whether you’re seeking support on your own or attending sessions with your partner, I offer a protected and supportive space to explore your needs and goals
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How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophising, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.