Cancer Counselling in Hadleigh

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Clare Avery
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Each of us gets thrown off balance at times by events and by difficult feelings and thoughts. Each of us benefits from, and deserves, close attention and support. As an experienced counsellor, I provide a quiet, safe space in an often disorderly world. You might be anxious, stressed, sleepless, fearful, sad, overwhelmed and/or feeling stuck. Together we can explore, understand and manage your concerns. By helping you understand your motivations, values and style of relating, I can also help with your professional development and confidence. I work in private practice in Hadleigh (Suffolk) and Sudbury. I also work online.
Each of us gets thrown off balance at times by events and by difficult feelings and thoughts. Each of us benefits from, and deserves, close attention and support. As an experienced counsellor, I provide a quiet, safe space in an often disorderly world. You might be anxious, stressed, sleepless, fearful, sad, overwhelmed and/or feeling stuck. Together we can explore, understand and manage your concerns. By helping you understand your motivations, values and style of relating, I can also help with your professional development and confidence. I work in private practice in Hadleigh (Suffolk) and Sudbury. I also work online.
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Angela McCleave
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a BACP Accredited therapist with a wealth of life experience, as well as experience with counselling people going through a wide range of emotional life events. You do not have to do this on your own. The first step is the hardest and that is to make the call to reach out for help. I offer sessions via telephone, video, or face-to-face. I am A qualified EMDR therapist . Please contact me for more information.
I am a BACP Accredited therapist with a wealth of life experience, as well as experience with counselling people going through a wide range of emotional life events. You do not have to do this on your own. The first step is the hardest and that is to make the call to reach out for help. I offer sessions via telephone, video, or face-to-face. I am A qualified EMDR therapist . Please contact me for more information.
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Lorraine Anne Bygrave
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
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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Rachel Rooks
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I work with adults from all backgrounds and I bring lived experience to my work in areas including family and relationships, cancer, OCD, neurodiversity, intrusive thoughts, menopause and supporting people living without children.
I offer sessions face to face in my safe & comfy therapy room based in Walton on the Naze, I also work online, so wherever you are in the world. Feeling stuck, anxious, or not quite yourself — but unsure whether therapy is for you? Many people come to therapy feeling exactly this way, often after trying to manage alone for a long time. I’m an experienced therapist offering a warm, supportive space to explore what’s happening for you. I don’t see therapy as a last resort — it’s something I use myself when I need support and clarity. If this hits home, I invite you to get in touch for an initial chat.
I work with adults from all backgrounds and I bring lived experience to my work in areas including family and relationships, cancer, OCD, neurodiversity, intrusive thoughts, menopause and supporting people living without children.
I offer sessions face to face in my safe & comfy therapy room based in Walton on the Naze, I also work online, so wherever you are in the world. Feeling stuck, anxious, or not quite yourself — but unsure whether therapy is for you? Many people come to therapy feeling exactly this way, often after trying to manage alone for a long time. I’m an experienced therapist offering a warm, supportive space to explore what’s happening for you. I don’t see therapy as a last resort — it’s something I use myself when I need support and clarity. If this hits home, I invite you to get in touch for an initial chat.
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Opal Therapies
Verified Verified
Mistley CO11
I believe that we are a product of our pasts but that does not define who we are today. With belief in our capacity to change, and integration of mind and body I will support you to live the life you want today. I will endevour to work openly, truthfully and consistantly with you to overcome the problems that you are experiancing, to find easier ways of coping so you can ultimatly live a satisfying fulfilling life. I also offer Auricular Acupuncture & Reiki which can be combined with counselling, each other or alone. These both help release painful emotions indirectly, and mentally prepare you for counselling.
I believe that we are a product of our pasts but that does not define who we are today. With belief in our capacity to change, and integration of mind and body I will support you to live the life you want today. I will endevour to work openly, truthfully and consistantly with you to overcome the problems that you are experiancing, to find easier ways of coping so you can ultimatly live a satisfying fulfilling life. I also offer Auricular Acupuncture & Reiki which can be combined with counselling, each other or alone. These both help release painful emotions indirectly, and mentally prepare you for counselling.
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With compassion, empathy and understanding, I work collaboratively with clients to address the challenges in their lives. My goal is to empower individuals to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, overcome issues that are impacting them and develop awareness and skills to live their lives to the fullest potential. I support clients with: - ADHD & Autism • Depression & low mood ​ • Anxiety ​ • Eating disorders and body image • Relationships with self and others • Grief and loss • Navigating big life decisions • Overcoming mental blocks
With compassion, empathy and understanding, I work collaboratively with clients to address the challenges in their lives. My goal is to empower individuals to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, overcome issues that are impacting them and develop awareness and skills to live their lives to the fullest potential. I support clients with: - ADHD & Autism • Depression & low mood ​ • Anxiety ​ • Eating disorders and body image • Relationships with self and others • Grief and loss • Navigating big life decisions • Overcoming mental blocks
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Your Psychotherapist
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Online Only
Do you ever feel worried, stuck, lost, hopeless, lonely, lethargic, anxious, unable to sleep – less able to cope with life? Does this affect your ability to enjoy relationships, work, everyday life? Most of us experience challenging times at various stages of our lives but we don’t have to be alone with this. Psychological therapy offers a safe place that helps you to understand and overcome your issues. I will work with you as a team to understand symptoms, underlying issues, their causes and maintenance specific to you. We will find ways forward to relieving symptoms and distress and improving your wellbeing.
Do you ever feel worried, stuck, lost, hopeless, lonely, lethargic, anxious, unable to sleep – less able to cope with life? Does this affect your ability to enjoy relationships, work, everyday life? Most of us experience challenging times at various stages of our lives but we don’t have to be alone with this. Psychological therapy offers a safe place that helps you to understand and overcome your issues. I will work with you as a team to understand symptoms, underlying issues, their causes and maintenance specific to you. We will find ways forward to relieving symptoms and distress and improving your wellbeing.
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Ruth Parchment
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Online Only
As a BABCP accredited CBT Therapist I have worked in various NHS and private settings: Anxiety, Depression, Panic, OCD, PTSD, Trauma, Perfectionism, Worry and Low Self Esteem are difficulties I regularly work with. Cultural sensitivity and diversity is important, including: Physical Health, LGBTQIA+, Ethnicity, Religion & other differences. I work with adults, young people and facilitate CBT groups (recently for social anxiety and also substance misuse). I'm open-minded, friendly, warm and approachable. I will help you learn useful strategies, tools and techniques; alongside providing space to process & understand yourself better
As a BABCP accredited CBT Therapist I have worked in various NHS and private settings: Anxiety, Depression, Panic, OCD, PTSD, Trauma, Perfectionism, Worry and Low Self Esteem are difficulties I regularly work with. Cultural sensitivity and diversity is important, including: Physical Health, LGBTQIA+, Ethnicity, Religion & other differences. I work with adults, young people and facilitate CBT groups (recently for social anxiety and also substance misuse). I'm open-minded, friendly, warm and approachable. I will help you learn useful strategies, tools and techniques; alongside providing space to process & understand yourself better
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Chapters Therapy services & Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Ipswich IP13
I also offer specialized therapy for cancer patients and their families, from the point of diagnosis to early bereavement support.
With long waiting lists for help from government services, I understand the need for immediate support and advice. I can offer advice to parents, enabling you to support your child as best you can, and work directly with children/young people to help them face the challenges/issues they are experiencing.
I also offer specialized therapy for cancer patients and their families, from the point of diagnosis to early bereavement support.
With long waiting lists for help from government services, I understand the need for immediate support and advice. I can offer advice to parents, enabling you to support your child as best you can, and work directly with children/young people to help them face the challenges/issues they are experiencing.
07480 534332 View 07480 534332
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Helen Watkins
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I help adults handle trauma, grief and big life changes. For more rapid change, I offer 1/2-day Therapy Intensives as well as weekly/fortnightly sessions. Are you anxious, overwhelmed, blindsided by life events or exhausted from pretending everything’s fine in your life, work or relationships? Are you struggling to push down past trauma, only for it to push right back up? Maybe you’re flooded with too many emotions at once, so numb that you barely feel anything at all, or you’ve lost a sense of who you are? If you don’t know where to start or find it too daunting to tackle alone, I’m here to help process what’s painful or confusing.
I help adults handle trauma, grief and big life changes. For more rapid change, I offer 1/2-day Therapy Intensives as well as weekly/fortnightly sessions. Are you anxious, overwhelmed, blindsided by life events or exhausted from pretending everything’s fine in your life, work or relationships? Are you struggling to push down past trauma, only for it to push right back up? Maybe you’re flooded with too many emotions at once, so numb that you barely feel anything at all, or you’ve lost a sense of who you are? If you don’t know where to start or find it too daunting to tackle alone, I’m here to help process what’s painful or confusing.
01603 249367 View 01603 249367
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As it is normal to experience emotional difficulties during life, counselling is one way of supporting you at such times. Some of the ways that couples therapy can work include, identifying toxic relationship patterns and helping couples to work on changing these, bringing a new perspective to issues and helping couples to understand each other's perspectives, finding new ways to resolve conflicts, building trust and improving communication. Most importantly, providing a safe space for both partners to work through their issues.
As it is normal to experience emotional difficulties during life, counselling is one way of supporting you at such times. Some of the ways that couples therapy can work include, identifying toxic relationship patterns and helping couples to work on changing these, bringing a new perspective to issues and helping couples to understand each other's perspectives, finding new ways to resolve conflicts, building trust and improving communication. Most importantly, providing a safe space for both partners to work through their issues.
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Sophie O'Neill
Counsellor, MUKCP
Ipswich IP1
At the core of my approach is an opportunity for us to connect with honesty and openness, forming a relationship where we can make sense of what is happening for you, together. I view you as the expert of yourself, and we will work in a way that is suited to your unique needs.
At the core of my approach is an opportunity for us to connect with honesty and openness, forming a relationship where we can make sense of what is happening for you, together. I view you as the expert of yourself, and we will work in a way that is suited to your unique needs.
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S E Listens
Counsellor, MBACP
My name is Samantha Earnshaw. I have a vast amount of experience in many many areas of life. I am fully qualified to Degree level in counselling and Psychotherapy. I'm a very straight talking empathic honest person. I care about people and their feelings and I'm strong enough to hold individuals and their pain. I understand the most complexities of situations and people's lives. Let me be a part of your journey. My dog Dr Watson works with me he is a registered psychiatric therapy dog, so if you are happy around dogs he will love working with us. Making also terrariums with the bereaved to put their ashes in, human and pets
My name is Samantha Earnshaw. I have a vast amount of experience in many many areas of life. I am fully qualified to Degree level in counselling and Psychotherapy. I'm a very straight talking empathic honest person. I care about people and their feelings and I'm strong enough to hold individuals and their pain. I understand the most complexities of situations and people's lives. Let me be a part of your journey. My dog Dr Watson works with me he is a registered psychiatric therapy dog, so if you are happy around dogs he will love working with us. Making also terrariums with the bereaved to put their ashes in, human and pets
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Joshua Samuel Royle
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Sudbury CO10
Hello, my name is Joshua, I am a psychotherapist and counsellor based in Sudbury, Suffolk. I have experience working with a range of diverse clients with a variety of complex needs ranging from Trauma, Childhood Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Loss & Bereavement, amongst many other areas. I believe all individuals deserve an empathic, healing & gentle therapeutic relationship where all concerns can be addressed within a safe space. I can offer a variety of platforms in terms of facilitating Counselling & Psychotherapy including: In Person, Online, telephone and via home visits if required.
Hello, my name is Joshua, I am a psychotherapist and counsellor based in Sudbury, Suffolk. I have experience working with a range of diverse clients with a variety of complex needs ranging from Trauma, Childhood Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Loss & Bereavement, amongst many other areas. I believe all individuals deserve an empathic, healing & gentle therapeutic relationship where all concerns can be addressed within a safe space. I can offer a variety of platforms in terms of facilitating Counselling & Psychotherapy including: In Person, Online, telephone and via home visits if required.
01787 322385 View 01787 322385
Photo of Emma Kate Robinson - Inner Self Counselling Maldon , Counsellor, MBACP
Do you want to feel truly heard, not only listened to but importantly understood, that is our first strength. Our team feel compassion and empathy in the connection to truly engage but ultimately help you work in whatever your wants/needs/goals/desires are be it acceptance or/and change. Emma practice manager and counsellor of over 20yrs experience in all areas of counselling and need. Specialism are trauma/relationships/abuse/childhood issues/grief. Our general feedback is how a person feels at ease during and after the first session and at our practice
Do you want to feel truly heard, not only listened to but importantly understood, that is our first strength. Our team feel compassion and empathy in the connection to truly engage but ultimately help you work in whatever your wants/needs/goals/desires are be it acceptance or/and change. Emma practice manager and counsellor of over 20yrs experience in all areas of counselling and need. Specialism are trauma/relationships/abuse/childhood issues/grief. Our general feedback is how a person feels at ease during and after the first session and at our practice
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Autism, ADHD, OCD - Do you wonder why you sometimes experience things differently to others? Online therapy throughout the UK or in person IP6. Is anxiety and overthinking taking over your life? Do you have a formal neurodivergent diagnosis, or self identify as neurodivergent. I can offer you an environment where it's safe for you to begin to explore, to be curious, to work out who you are in the world and celebrate your own uniqueness. Do you want to be empowered to be the real you? Inside the therapy room is open and fully inclusive to all, with a specialism in working with neurodivergent clients. partners and family members.
Autism, ADHD, OCD - Do you wonder why you sometimes experience things differently to others? Online therapy throughout the UK or in person IP6. Is anxiety and overthinking taking over your life? Do you have a formal neurodivergent diagnosis, or self identify as neurodivergent. I can offer you an environment where it's safe for you to begin to explore, to be curious, to work out who you are in the world and celebrate your own uniqueness. Do you want to be empowered to be the real you? Inside the therapy room is open and fully inclusive to all, with a specialism in working with neurodivergent clients. partners and family members.
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Angie Poole
Counsellor, MUKCP
Ipswich IP1
I have experience of working with a range of issues including sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, chronic illness and adjusting to sight loss. I can provide you with the tools you need to handle your emotions so they do not grow to overwhelm you. I offer a safe space for you to process how you feel. My approach is open, non-judgmental and encouraging. I will work with you to explore and think about successful ways forward.
I have experience of working with a range of issues including sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, chronic illness and adjusting to sight loss. I can provide you with the tools you need to handle your emotions so they do not grow to overwhelm you. I offer a safe space for you to process how you feel. My approach is open, non-judgmental and encouraging. I will work with you to explore and think about successful ways forward.
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Agnieszka Agata Waclawik
Psychotherapist, MA, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Life can feel overwhelming when grief, anxiety, trauma, or repeating patterns leave you feeling stuck. I work in a trauma-informed way and have completed EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) Module 1 training, enabling me to offer EMDR for distressing memories and emotional triggers. As a pluralistic psychotherapist, I draw on Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT, Gestalt, and Transactional Analysis to tailor therapy to you. I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can feel truly heard, supported, and able to move toward meaningful change.
Life can feel overwhelming when grief, anxiety, trauma, or repeating patterns leave you feeling stuck. I work in a trauma-informed way and have completed EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) Module 1 training, enabling me to offer EMDR for distressing memories and emotional triggers. As a pluralistic psychotherapist, I draw on Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT, Gestalt, and Transactional Analysis to tailor therapy to you. I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can feel truly heard, supported, and able to move toward meaningful change.
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KJL Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Welcome to KJL Counselling. I am a Registered Counsellor, providing advice, support and signposting for issues relating to Mental Health and Child & Family Practice. I have over twenty years of experience working with adults, families and young people experiencing challenges regarding their mental health and emotional wellbeing, specialising in working with Individuals, women and young adults (17yrs +). My approach focuses on integrated styles of working which means I can provide therapy that is tailored to meet each individual’s needs.
Welcome to KJL Counselling. I am a Registered Counsellor, providing advice, support and signposting for issues relating to Mental Health and Child & Family Practice. I have over twenty years of experience working with adults, families and young people experiencing challenges regarding their mental health and emotional wellbeing, specialising in working with Individuals, women and young adults (17yrs +). My approach focuses on integrated styles of working which means I can provide therapy that is tailored to meet each individual’s needs.
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Dawn Hosmer Mbacp
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
I am a qualified counsellor in Bishop's Stortford and Ongar, delivering counselling services face-to-face or online throughout the UK. Help starts with a conversation. People seek counselling to help them deal with the ups and downs of life. Maybe you've found yourself here because you feel stressed, anxious and overwhelmed - or due to an unexpected life event. Having experience working with complex issues and challenging situations, I understand how difficult life can be. I, too, have had many life challenges that brought me into this profession and gave me the passion to help others.
I am a qualified counsellor in Bishop's Stortford and Ongar, delivering counselling services face-to-face or online throughout the UK. Help starts with a conversation. People seek counselling to help them deal with the ups and downs of life. Maybe you've found yourself here because you feel stressed, anxious and overwhelmed - or due to an unexpected life event. Having experience working with complex issues and challenging situations, I understand how difficult life can be. I, too, have had many life challenges that brought me into this profession and gave me the passion to help others.
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Cancer Counsellors
How does cancer affect mental health?
A cancer diagnosis is a major life event that can significantly influence the mental health of any individual. Being diagnosed with cancer often introduces a sense of uncertainty about the future, which can cause clients to experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, and significant distress. Many cancer patients may also worry about the toll that their diagnosis may have on their family, their physical health, their job, and their financial situation. The compounding of such stressors can also decrease mental health in clients and may lead to additional symptoms that can influence mental health, such as sleeping difficulties or social withdrawal.

What is the best psychological therapy for cancer patients?
The best type of psychological therapy for cancer patients is highly dependent on the needs of the individual. The therapy type that a client benefits from may also depend on what stage of the cancer journey they are in. Recently diagnosed cancer patients, for instance, may benefit from therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which can help clients develop skills to manage the emotional distress that comes with a cancer diagnosis. Alternatively, cancer patients further along in their journey may benefit from therapies like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or other forms of mindfulness therapy to help manage symptoms or physical pain associated with treatment. Clients may also consider group therapy, which offers cancer patients an opportunity to receive support from other individuals dealing with a cancer diagnosis.

Are there any risks or drawbacks in going to therapy while dealing with cancer?
Although attending therapy while dealing with a cancer diagnosis can be helpful, one major concern for cancer patients can be the financial cost of seeking therapy. Many therapists are out-of-network, meaning they do not accept insurance, and thus clients are expected to pay the entirety of the session fee. Since many cancer patients may be out of work as a result of their diagnosis or cancer treatment regimen, the costs of therapy sessions can be substantial. Luckily, many cancer centers and local clinics may offer free or substantially reduced-cost counselling services to cancer patients and their families. In addition, cancer patients may be eligible for grants or other forms of funding from local agencies and nonprofits to seek therapy for their cancer diagnosis. Such opportunities can be very helpful for cancer patients, as they allow clients to obtain the benefits of therapy without the financial strain.

How long does cancer therapy typically last?
The length of cancer therapy depends on the needs of each client. In some cases, cancer patients may only require therapeutic support during the period following their initial diagnosis—to help manage the uncertainty and shock of a cancer diagnosis. In other cases, clients may choose to receive therapy throughout their treatment, and even following, their cancer journey. Pursuing therapy for a longer period of time can help clients develop a deeper relationship with their therapist and provide opportunity to process the challenges presented by cancer treatment, such as physical pain, and challenges associated with cancer survivorship, such as ongoing identity concerns, physical limitations, or relationship challenges.