Creative Therapy Counselling in Hadleigh
Hello, I understand just how difficult the first step to seeking help can feel. I offer an initial free 15 minute chat to help you with the initial process - it can be incredibly daunting! My aim is support you on your journey to find clarity and peace. I provide a warm, non-judgemental and empathic relationship based upon trust and sensitivity, to help you explore your worries, fears and difficulties so that you may feel equipped to face life with renewed energy and self-compassion. In the wise words of Yalom, regardless of style of therapy, "It's the relationship that heals, the relationship that heals..."
Hello, I understand just how difficult the first step to seeking help can feel. I offer an initial free 15 minute chat to help you with the initial process - it can be incredibly daunting! My aim is support you on your journey to find clarity and peace. I provide a warm, non-judgemental and empathic relationship based upon trust and sensitivity, to help you explore your worries, fears and difficulties so that you may feel equipped to face life with renewed energy and self-compassion. In the wise words of Yalom, regardless of style of therapy, "It's the relationship that heals, the relationship that heals..."
I’m Lorraine Bygrave, a qualified EMDR and IFS Therapist with expertise in adoption and Attachment-Informed Therapy. I specialise in supporting adult survivors of childhood abuse, trauma, and PTSD, offering a compassionate and tailored approach to healing. My work combines EMDR, IFS, and IADC Therapy to release stuck grief, process unresolved emotions, and address the root causes of your challenges.
I’m Lorraine Bygrave, a qualified EMDR and IFS Therapist with expertise in adoption and Attachment-Informed Therapy. I specialise in supporting adult survivors of childhood abuse, trauma, and PTSD, offering a compassionate and tailored approach to healing. My work combines EMDR, IFS, and IADC Therapy to release stuck grief, process unresolved emotions, and address the root causes of your challenges.
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Every person’s journey is unique, and I believe therapy should reflect that. I take an eclectic approach, drawing from Systemic Therapy, CBT, and other evidence-based approaches to tailor each session to your specific needs and goals. I work with many different age groups, although have the most experience with children, teenagers and families. Whether you're seeking practical strategies for change or a deeper exploration of emotions and relationships, I attune to what works best for you. My focus is on creating a safe, collaborative space where we can explore challenges and build resilience.
Every person’s journey is unique, and I believe therapy should reflect that. I take an eclectic approach, drawing from Systemic Therapy, CBT, and other evidence-based approaches to tailor each session to your specific needs and goals. I work with many different age groups, although have the most experience with children, teenagers and families. Whether you're seeking practical strategies for change or a deeper exploration of emotions and relationships, I attune to what works best for you. My focus is on creating a safe, collaborative space where we can explore challenges and build resilience.
Hello & welcome, my name is Jo. Whether you are undecided about embarking on your therapeutic journey or are aware of the challenges that you would like to explore, finding the right counsellor for you is an essential part of the process. There are times when life can be challenging, you may be experiencing difficulties within relationships, suffering from feelings of depression, anxiety or hopelessness. I offer a confidential space for you to explore the challenges you are facing & can work with you to enable healing & help you manage the difficulties you are experiencing.
Hello & welcome, my name is Jo. Whether you are undecided about embarking on your therapeutic journey or are aware of the challenges that you would like to explore, finding the right counsellor for you is an essential part of the process. There are times when life can be challenging, you may be experiencing difficulties within relationships, suffering from feelings of depression, anxiety or hopelessness. I offer a confidential space for you to explore the challenges you are facing & can work with you to enable healing & help you manage the difficulties you are experiencing.
If you are struggling with aspects of your life/relationships, together we can explore and make sense of your thoughts, feelings, experiences, challenges and relationships in a confidential and non-judgmental environment, so that we can build future possibilities for growth and change. My aim is to help you to understand yourself and others through reflection, insight, and observations. I will listen to you sensitively, safely and without judgment and we will go at a pace that is right for you. We will work together to develop practical ways for you to move forward and face future challenges with a new strength and self-awareness.
If you are struggling with aspects of your life/relationships, together we can explore and make sense of your thoughts, feelings, experiences, challenges and relationships in a confidential and non-judgmental environment, so that we can build future possibilities for growth and change. My aim is to help you to understand yourself and others through reflection, insight, and observations. I will listen to you sensitively, safely and without judgment and we will go at a pace that is right for you. We will work together to develop practical ways for you to move forward and face future challenges with a new strength and self-awareness.
Some people arrive with a clear understanding of what they’re struggling with, while others simply know that something doesn’t feel quite right.
You may be feeling emotionally overwhelmed, disconnected from yourself, stuck in repeating patterns, or exhausted from trying to hold everything together. Others come with bigger questions around identity, meaning, relationships, or how to exist more comfortably in the world. Sometimes these experiences show up not only emotionally, but physically too- through anxiety, tension, numbness, overwhelm, shutdown, or a sense of feeling disconnected from your body.
Some people arrive with a clear understanding of what they’re struggling with, while others simply know that something doesn’t feel quite right.
You may be feeling emotionally overwhelmed, disconnected from yourself, stuck in repeating patterns, or exhausted from trying to hold everything together. Others come with bigger questions around identity, meaning, relationships, or how to exist more comfortably in the world. Sometimes these experiences show up not only emotionally, but physically too- through anxiety, tension, numbness, overwhelm, shutdown, or a sense of feeling disconnected from your body.
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My name is Michaela, I am a person-centred counsellor, EMDR and psychological trauma specialist. Are you experiencing stress, anxiety, and unresolved issues, and need to prioritise your mental well-being. Using tailored techniques, I’ll work alongside you move forwards through relationship challenges, career decisions, or personal growth. Work with you to start your transformation today , you deserve your best life every day. I work with children, adults and couples. I have experience in working with bereavement, Sexual physical and mental abuse, child loss ,experience of working with child and Young People.
My name is Michaela, I am a person-centred counsellor, EMDR and psychological trauma specialist. Are you experiencing stress, anxiety, and unresolved issues, and need to prioritise your mental well-being. Using tailored techniques, I’ll work alongside you move forwards through relationship challenges, career decisions, or personal growth. Work with you to start your transformation today , you deserve your best life every day. I work with children, adults and couples. I have experience in working with bereavement, Sexual physical and mental abuse, child loss ,experience of working with child and Young People.
Maybe you are struggling at present to understand why things are the way they are? Sometimes we can all get stuck in patterns of relating, both with ourselves and others, that are not the most helpful or productive. Sometimes this means our relationships might suffer, or our life, career and family choices. Having therapy with an experienced practitioner can help you. Therapy is about building a shared understanding of what you are facing. If you are struggling with trauma, family issues, career issues, relationships, abuse, coping difficulties, I can help. I am also happy working with children and adolescents
Maybe you are struggling at present to understand why things are the way they are? Sometimes we can all get stuck in patterns of relating, both with ourselves and others, that are not the most helpful or productive. Sometimes this means our relationships might suffer, or our life, career and family choices. Having therapy with an experienced practitioner can help you. Therapy is about building a shared understanding of what you are facing. If you are struggling with trauma, family issues, career issues, relationships, abuse, coping difficulties, I can help. I am also happy working with children and adolescents
Deciding to contact a counsellor can feel overwhelming but as a fully qualified counsellor and member of the BACP (British association for psychotherapy) I work to a professional standard and ethic, supporting you on every step of your journey. I work from my private practice which sits on the Essex and Suffolk border, nestled in the Colne valley offering comfortable confidential consulting rooms with discreet parking . My practice is based on person -centred values offering empathic in-depth support which allows you to explore your feelings, beliefs and emotions in a safe confidential space. Weekly, monthly or ad hoc sessions
Deciding to contact a counsellor can feel overwhelming but as a fully qualified counsellor and member of the BACP (British association for psychotherapy) I work to a professional standard and ethic, supporting you on every step of your journey. I work from my private practice which sits on the Essex and Suffolk border, nestled in the Colne valley offering comfortable confidential consulting rooms with discreet parking . My practice is based on person -centred values offering empathic in-depth support which allows you to explore your feelings, beliefs and emotions in a safe confidential space. Weekly, monthly or ad hoc sessions
I work with adults and young people experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, identity questions, and life transitions. Many of my clients are teens, students, professionals, parents, or people navigating cultural change, belonging, and questions of self esteem and identity. I also work with men who may feel uncertain about therapy or find it difficult to talk about their emotions. Together, we create a safe, collaborative space to explore what is happening, build understanding, develop coping strategies, and find a way forward that feels right for them.
I work with adults and young people experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, identity questions, and life transitions. Many of my clients are teens, students, professionals, parents, or people navigating cultural change, belonging, and questions of self esteem and identity. I also work with men who may feel uncertain about therapy or find it difficult to talk about their emotions. Together, we create a safe, collaborative space to explore what is happening, build understanding, develop coping strategies, and find a way forward that feels right for them.
I work with children, young people and adults. I provide a safe and trusting space to enable my clients to explore what it is that has brought them to counselling. I believe in empowering my clients so they explore their feelings and experiences, to work towards liberating themselves from these restricting and overwhelming feelings in order to live a happier life, with more self worth and confidence.
I work with children, young people and adults. I provide a safe and trusting space to enable my clients to explore what it is that has brought them to counselling. I believe in empowering my clients so they explore their feelings and experiences, to work towards liberating themselves from these restricting and overwhelming feelings in order to live a happier life, with more self worth and confidence.
I am an integrative arts psychotherapist offering both in-person (Norfolk, UK) and online sessions. I work with individuals who are looking for healing and growth in the areas of identity, wholeness and finding joy and purpose in life. My clients often present depression, low self-worth and self-esteem, distorted self-image, self-hatred, relationship breakdowns, traumatic experiences, childhood abuse etc. My clients come from a great diversity of ethnic, cultural and spiritual backgrounds. My working style is collaborative, creative and open.
I am an integrative arts psychotherapist offering both in-person (Norfolk, UK) and online sessions. I work with individuals who are looking for healing and growth in the areas of identity, wholeness and finding joy and purpose in life. My clients often present depression, low self-worth and self-esteem, distorted self-image, self-hatred, relationship breakdowns, traumatic experiences, childhood abuse etc. My clients come from a great diversity of ethnic, cultural and spiritual backgrounds. My working style is collaborative, creative and open.
I work with adults who are often capable, responsible, and used to holding things together—but inside feel anxious, overwhelmed, or caught in patterns they can’t seem to shift.
You might feel exhausted by overthinking, weighed down by pressure to get things right, or impacted by past experiences that still feel close. Therapy offers a space to gently make sense of this, at a pace that feels manageable.
I offer a thoughtful, compassionate space to understand what’s keeping you stuck—and begin to move forward with clarity and hope.
I work with adults who are often capable, responsible, and used to holding things together—but inside feel anxious, overwhelmed, or caught in patterns they can’t seem to shift.
You might feel exhausted by overthinking, weighed down by pressure to get things right, or impacted by past experiences that still feel close. Therapy offers a space to gently make sense of this, at a pace that feels manageable.
I offer a thoughtful, compassionate space to understand what’s keeping you stuck—and begin to move forward with clarity and hope.
Additional training in; somatic attachment therapy, ecotherapy, eating disorders, relationship therapy, EFT, trauma work, child & adolescent therapy, sexual abuse, creative therapy.
I support people to make positive changes so they can heal, thrive and live fulfilling and meaningful lives. Its time to become the person you have always wanted to be! Discovering what is important for you as an individual and learning to identify and use your inner resources to cope in times of stress, anxiety, bereavement, depression and emotional upheaval such as divorce, redundancy or retirement are just a few of the benefits of counselling. Often just talking through a traumatic experience or difficult feelings with another person can be incredibly therapeutic and will empower you to reach your potential.
Additional training in; somatic attachment therapy, ecotherapy, eating disorders, relationship therapy, EFT, trauma work, child & adolescent therapy, sexual abuse, creative therapy.
I support people to make positive changes so they can heal, thrive and live fulfilling and meaningful lives. Its time to become the person you have always wanted to be! Discovering what is important for you as an individual and learning to identify and use your inner resources to cope in times of stress, anxiety, bereavement, depression and emotional upheaval such as divorce, redundancy or retirement are just a few of the benefits of counselling. Often just talking through a traumatic experience or difficult feelings with another person can be incredibly therapeutic and will empower you to reach your potential.
English & Russian Speaking - I work with adults who may seem capable and “fine” on the outside, while internally feeling anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from themselves. Many of my clients struggle with overthinking, self-criticism, people-pleasing, or feeling responsible for everyone else’s needs. Some grew up around criticism, high expectations, or environments where emotions didn’t feel fully safe. Together, we gently explore these patterns, helping you better understand yourself, build self-compassion, and feel more grounded, confident, and emotionally supported.
English & Russian Speaking - I work with adults who may seem capable and “fine” on the outside, while internally feeling anxious, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from themselves. Many of my clients struggle with overthinking, self-criticism, people-pleasing, or feeling responsible for everyone else’s needs. Some grew up around criticism, high expectations, or environments where emotions didn’t feel fully safe. Together, we gently explore these patterns, helping you better understand yourself, build self-compassion, and feel more grounded, confident, and emotionally supported.
You might look like you’re coping on the outside, working, socialising, getting through day to day, but inside you feel stuck in emotional or relationship patterns that don’t seem to change. Maybe you’re not in crisis, but you feel frustrated, disconnected, or unsure why things never shift despite your efforts.
I work online with adults who want to understand what’s beneath these patterns. Rather than focusing on quick fixes, I believe that looking at what's happening beneath the surface, how your inner world looks and considering your past experiences is the key to supporting meaningful, long-term change.
You might look like you’re coping on the outside, working, socialising, getting through day to day, but inside you feel stuck in emotional or relationship patterns that don’t seem to change. Maybe you’re not in crisis, but you feel frustrated, disconnected, or unsure why things never shift despite your efforts.
I work online with adults who want to understand what’s beneath these patterns. Rather than focusing on quick fixes, I believe that looking at what's happening beneath the surface, how your inner world looks and considering your past experiences is the key to supporting meaningful, long-term change.
I aim to provide a warm and safe place where you will be able to explore your past and current challenges in order for you to finds ways in which to you can lead a more satisfying and fulfilling life. I work within budgets, timeframes and with open ended therapy, and can adapt to suit your needs.
I aim to provide a warm and safe place where you will be able to explore your past and current challenges in order for you to finds ways in which to you can lead a more satisfying and fulfilling life. I work within budgets, timeframes and with open ended therapy, and can adapt to suit your needs.
Using imagery, metaphor, and optional art-making, we can access feelings that may be hard to put into words, supporting greater self-understanding, emotional balance, and confidence in everyday life.
I’m Marsha, an HCPC-registered Integrative Arts Psychotherapist offering therapy for adults who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, low, or affected by trauma, loss, or relationship difficulties.
I also support people exploring identity, navigating life changes, and seeking greater self-understanding. At the heart of my work is a warm, trusting therapeutic relationship where you can feel listened to, respected, and accepted.
I work integratively, drawing on creative, psychodynamic, humanistic, and interpersonal neurobiology approaches to support insight, emotional wellbeing, and lasting change at your own pace.
Using imagery, metaphor, and optional art-making, we can access feelings that may be hard to put into words, supporting greater self-understanding, emotional balance, and confidence in everyday life.
I’m Marsha, an HCPC-registered Integrative Arts Psychotherapist offering therapy for adults who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, low, or affected by trauma, loss, or relationship difficulties.
I also support people exploring identity, navigating life changes, and seeking greater self-understanding. At the heart of my work is a warm, trusting therapeutic relationship where you can feel listened to, respected, and accepted.
I work integratively, drawing on creative, psychodynamic, humanistic, and interpersonal neurobiology approaches to support insight, emotional wellbeing, and lasting change at your own pace.
If you feel like you’ve lost your footing in your relationships or your own skin, you don’t have to steady yourself alone. I offer a calm, down-to-earth space to untangle complex patterns and find your way back to yourself.
I have a particular interest in how early family roles, especially those shaped by sibling relationships, continue to influence the adults we become. Whether you were the “responsible” eldest, the peacemaker, or the one who felt overlooked, these patterns often echo in our relationships today.
If you feel like you’ve lost your footing in your relationships or your own skin, you don’t have to steady yourself alone. I offer a calm, down-to-earth space to untangle complex patterns and find your way back to yourself.
I have a particular interest in how early family roles, especially those shaped by sibling relationships, continue to influence the adults we become. Whether you were the “responsible” eldest, the peacemaker, or the one who felt overlooked, these patterns often echo in our relationships today.
With over 10+ years supporting adults, including 5 years in a trauma-specialised setting, I have seen how often trauma doesn't live in the past. It lives in your relationships, your body and your sleep. Alongside trauma & attachment, I work with adults carrying what's harder to name, shame, self-doubt, a sense of never quite belonging, not knowing who you are outside of what others need from you, or the weight of relationships that have always felt complicated. Many people I work with don't arrive describing themselves as having been through trauma. Sometimes it's one clear event. Sometimes it's an accumulation of experiences.
With over 10+ years supporting adults, including 5 years in a trauma-specialised setting, I have seen how often trauma doesn't live in the past. It lives in your relationships, your body and your sleep. Alongside trauma & attachment, I work with adults carrying what's harder to name, shame, self-doubt, a sense of never quite belonging, not knowing who you are outside of what others need from you, or the weight of relationships that have always felt complicated. Many people I work with don't arrive describing themselves as having been through trauma. Sometimes it's one clear event. Sometimes it's an accumulation of experiences.
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Creative Therapy Counsellors
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.