Education and Learning Disabilities Counselling in Hadleigh

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Counselling With Laura Clark
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Laura Clark an Integrative Counsellor working with mums and parent/carers. I explore with you the past, present, and future and the world around you. You want to feel like yourself again, not someone “holding everything together.” You want to feel lighter, more hopeful, and more resilient to enjoy life and relationships, not just survive each day. So if you are - Experiencing anxiety, stress, or feeling low Struggling with low self-esteem, self-criticism, guilt, and shame Feeling a loss of identity Feeling relationship dynamics changing Please get in touch Member of the BACP, NCPS, also DBS & GPDR checked & cleared
Hi, I'm Laura Clark an Integrative Counsellor working with mums and parent/carers. I explore with you the past, present, and future and the world around you. You want to feel like yourself again, not someone “holding everything together.” You want to feel lighter, more hopeful, and more resilient to enjoy life and relationships, not just survive each day. So if you are - Experiencing anxiety, stress, or feeling low Struggling with low self-esteem, self-criticism, guilt, and shame Feeling a loss of identity Feeling relationship dynamics changing Please get in touch Member of the BACP, NCPS, also DBS & GPDR checked & cleared
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Karen Haynes
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
I am an Integrative therapist which means I use various therapies and tailor the therapy to your needs, as we all are individuals and I feel an indIvidual approach offers the bespoke service clients require. Some people may respond well to CBT or DBT, others prefer a more Humanistic approach. The Psychodynamic approach works well when looking into our core thoughts and TA works wonders with communication. I work collaboratively with the client to get the best results for you.
I am an Integrative therapist which means I use various therapies and tailor the therapy to your needs, as we all are individuals and I feel an indIvidual approach offers the bespoke service clients require. Some people may respond well to CBT or DBT, others prefer a more Humanistic approach. The Psychodynamic approach works well when looking into our core thoughts and TA works wonders with communication. I work collaboratively with the client to get the best results for you.
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Kim Strong
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I provide a safe, supportive and confidential space in which clients can seek insight into any issues of concern. My individual clientele spends all ages including children. I also work with couples and families. Short or long-term therapy is offered. My extensive training allows me to draw upon multiple disciplines to tailor the support to the needs of the client.
I provide a safe, supportive and confidential space in which clients can seek insight into any issues of concern. My individual clientele spends all ages including children. I also work with couples and families. Short or long-term therapy is offered. My extensive training allows me to draw upon multiple disciplines to tailor the support to the needs of the client.
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Light Bubble Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello, I’m Claudia, a bilingual English–French pluralistic counsellor, awarded Local Trauma-Informed Counselling Practice of the Year 2026, Colchester, at the GHP Mental Health Awards. I offer a calm, confidential and supportive space for adults and couples experiencing anxiety, trauma, burnout, emotional distress or relationship difficulties. My holistic body–mind approach combines talking therapy with gentle emotional awareness to support meaningful change. Sessions are tailored to your pace, with kindness, inclusivity and respect. Online across the UK and Europe, and in person in Nottingham.
Hello, I’m Claudia, a bilingual English–French pluralistic counsellor, awarded Local Trauma-Informed Counselling Practice of the Year 2026, Colchester, at the GHP Mental Health Awards. I offer a calm, confidential and supportive space for adults and couples experiencing anxiety, trauma, burnout, emotional distress or relationship difficulties. My holistic body–mind approach combines talking therapy with gentle emotional awareness to support meaningful change. Sessions are tailored to your pace, with kindness, inclusivity and respect. Online across the UK and Europe, and in person in Nottingham.
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Lorraine Thompson Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Serves Area
Hello, it's great you are here! I help both adults and children get back on track as soon as possible so that you can start enjoying the life you wish to. Human Givens Therapy is refreshing and very special as it is fast, effective and long lasting. When we meet we will work at a pace that suits you. I understand how life can seem so difficult and everything just feels too much. You will not be asked to talk at length about the past, we will only discuss what we need to so that you have a more positive mind and able to think more clearly, enabling you to make positive life changes. I really do look forward to helping you very soon!
Hello, it's great you are here! I help both adults and children get back on track as soon as possible so that you can start enjoying the life you wish to. Human Givens Therapy is refreshing and very special as it is fast, effective and long lasting. When we meet we will work at a pace that suits you. I understand how life can seem so difficult and everything just feels too much. You will not be asked to talk at length about the past, we will only discuss what we need to so that you have a more positive mind and able to think more clearly, enabling you to make positive life changes. I really do look forward to helping you very soon!
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Claire Douglas
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Hello. My name is Claire and I am an integrative counsellor and member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I offer integrative counselling. This form of therapy is a combination of different psychological theories and therapeutic approaches, which can be tailor-made depending on your needs and way of working. I work to offer you a safe, confidential, non-judgmental, and empathic environment so to speak freely about your presenting problems and work to overcome difficult obstacles in your life (whether past, present or future).
Hello. My name is Claire and I am an integrative counsellor and member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I offer integrative counselling. This form of therapy is a combination of different psychological theories and therapeutic approaches, which can be tailor-made depending on your needs and way of working. I work to offer you a safe, confidential, non-judgmental, and empathic environment so to speak freely about your presenting problems and work to overcome difficult obstacles in your life (whether past, present or future).
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Caroline Withrington
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Life can be challenging and difficult to navigate at times. We can find ourselves lost, stuck or overwhelmed by our troubles and unsure of how to make sense of our feelings or find a way forward. Counselling can help as it provides a space within which to explore these issues with the support of a trained professional. It offers opportunity for insight and clarity, alongside personal growth, self-awareness and therapeutic change. When we are truly heard and understood, these difficult feelings can begin to seem more manageable and our worries no longer insurmountable.
Life can be challenging and difficult to navigate at times. We can find ourselves lost, stuck or overwhelmed by our troubles and unsure of how to make sense of our feelings or find a way forward. Counselling can help as it provides a space within which to explore these issues with the support of a trained professional. It offers opportunity for insight and clarity, alongside personal growth, self-awareness and therapeutic change. When we are truly heard and understood, these difficult feelings can begin to seem more manageable and our worries no longer insurmountable.
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Urszula Gorzynska
Psychotherapist, MBACP
I believe in the unique potential of every child, and it is a privilege to walk alongside them as they transform confusion into clarity and emotional resilience. My approach is rooted in building deep, trusting relationships that help young people find their true voice while empowering parents with heart-centered strategies to create a more harmonious home. I also find great fulfillment in mentoring fellow professionals, offering clinical supervision that helps therapists navigate the delicate complexities of this vital work with confidence and care.
I believe in the unique potential of every child, and it is a privilege to walk alongside them as they transform confusion into clarity and emotional resilience. My approach is rooted in building deep, trusting relationships that help young people find their true voice while empowering parents with heart-centered strategies to create a more harmonious home. I also find great fulfillment in mentoring fellow professionals, offering clinical supervision that helps therapists navigate the delicate complexities of this vital work with confidence and care.
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Is anxiety overwhelming you? Do you feel stuck or depressed? Have you lost your sense of purpose or direction? Are you struggling to live with trauma or loss? Are you ready to talk but feel you can't or you don't know where to start? I can help.
Is anxiety overwhelming you? Do you feel stuck or depressed? Have you lost your sense of purpose or direction? Are you struggling to live with trauma or loss? Are you ready to talk but feel you can't or you don't know where to start? I can help.
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Trauma Psychologist - Dr Noreen Dera
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
On paper, your life works but something still feels off. Maybe you’re doing all the right things, but you’ve lost the spark. Perhaps you notice the same patterns repeating and you are ready to break free of them. Our sessions together can be a place to figure things out, to untangle the thoughts, emotions, and behaviours that have left you feeling lost, disconnected or uncertain. I offer a warm, calm and compassionate space to help you understand yourself more deeply, reconnect with what matters, and create lasting change from the inside and out.
On paper, your life works but something still feels off. Maybe you’re doing all the right things, but you’ve lost the spark. Perhaps you notice the same patterns repeating and you are ready to break free of them. Our sessions together can be a place to figure things out, to untangle the thoughts, emotions, and behaviours that have left you feeling lost, disconnected or uncertain. I offer a warm, calm and compassionate space to help you understand yourself more deeply, reconnect with what matters, and create lasting change from the inside and out.
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Counselling & Clinical Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Diss IP22
I can offer face to face appointments near Diss in IP22. Additionally online sessions via Teams are available. I work with adults, young people and families. My many thousands of hours of client contact have addressed, low mood, mental and emotional disorders, loss, grief, and bereavement, illness, relationships, gender identity and sexuality, family issues, parenting, neglect, OCD, disordered eating, self-harming, bullying, social issues, low self-esteem, debt and substance misuse. I can offer clinical supervision to therapists, trainees, health care professionals and people in education.
I can offer face to face appointments near Diss in IP22. Additionally online sessions via Teams are available. I work with adults, young people and families. My many thousands of hours of client contact have addressed, low mood, mental and emotional disorders, loss, grief, and bereavement, illness, relationships, gender identity and sexuality, family issues, parenting, neglect, OCD, disordered eating, self-harming, bullying, social issues, low self-esteem, debt and substance misuse. I can offer clinical supervision to therapists, trainees, health care professionals and people in education.
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Marion Crouch
Counsellor, MBACP
As a client you might be struggling in life, either in relationships, work or feeling somehow lost, lonely or lacking in motivation. You might be experiencing loss, hardship or unable to find your voice to speak up about things that matter to you. You might feel anxious, angry or frightened. You might be aware of making the same choices in relationships that become difficult or you find it difficult to maintain or leave. Perhaps you have an unhealthy dependency of some sort. Whatever it is you may feel stuck somehow in your life. You may want to find your voice, build confidence, live a life where your choice and identity matter.
As a client you might be struggling in life, either in relationships, work or feeling somehow lost, lonely or lacking in motivation. You might be experiencing loss, hardship or unable to find your voice to speak up about things that matter to you. You might feel anxious, angry or frightened. You might be aware of making the same choices in relationships that become difficult or you find it difficult to maintain or leave. Perhaps you have an unhealthy dependency of some sort. Whatever it is you may feel stuck somehow in your life. You may want to find your voice, build confidence, live a life where your choice and identity matter.
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Essence Therapy
Counsellor, BACP
Welcome to Essence Therapy! I'm Rachel Turner, a qualified counsellor and hypnotherapist offering a safe, supportive space to help you navigate life’s challenges. Whatever challenge you’re dealing, I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey toward clarity and emotional resilience. With a background in healthcare and a compassionate, person-centred approach, my goal is to help you reconnect with your inner strength and make meaningful changes at your own pace. You don’t have to face it all alone. Let’s take the next step together.
Welcome to Essence Therapy! I'm Rachel Turner, a qualified counsellor and hypnotherapist offering a safe, supportive space to help you navigate life’s challenges. Whatever challenge you’re dealing, I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey toward clarity and emotional resilience. With a background in healthcare and a compassionate, person-centred approach, my goal is to help you reconnect with your inner strength and make meaningful changes at your own pace. You don’t have to face it all alone. Let’s take the next step together.
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James Manning
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
If you are experiencing psychological distress and would like to understand a) what is happening to you and b) how you can cope more effectively with your symptoms - Then I am here to assist you. Initially, I will work with you to help you to understand what is making you feel the way you do. Following this, I will help you to develop coping strategies to reduce your distress. Finally, I will help you identify the route cause/causes of what makes you feel the way you do and assist you to move on from it using a variety of psychological interventions. (Psychological interventions will vary according to the route causes identified.)
If you are experiencing psychological distress and would like to understand a) what is happening to you and b) how you can cope more effectively with your symptoms - Then I am here to assist you. Initially, I will work with you to help you to understand what is making you feel the way you do. Following this, I will help you to develop coping strategies to reduce your distress. Finally, I will help you identify the route cause/causes of what makes you feel the way you do and assist you to move on from it using a variety of psychological interventions. (Psychological interventions will vary according to the route causes identified.)
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Rachel Phillippo-Green
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Ipswich IP9
Hello, and welcome. As an experienced psychodynamic counsellor, I specialise in working with children and young people between the ages of 10-30. For children and young people, it can often be difficult to understand or express their emotions. This can lead to overwhelming, confusing or stuck feelings, perhaps resulting in low self-esteem and struggles with relationships with others, and themselves. Counselling and creative therapy offers a safe and supportive space to explore emotions, and develop an understanding of their thought patterns whilst building communication skills and emotional resilience.
Hello, and welcome. As an experienced psychodynamic counsellor, I specialise in working with children and young people between the ages of 10-30. For children and young people, it can often be difficult to understand or express their emotions. This can lead to overwhelming, confusing or stuck feelings, perhaps resulting in low self-esteem and struggles with relationships with others, and themselves. Counselling and creative therapy offers a safe and supportive space to explore emotions, and develop an understanding of their thought patterns whilst building communication skills and emotional resilience.
01473 943238 View 01473 943238
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Cara Japon Mbacp Gmbpss
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
I am a BACP registered Integrative Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor (Supervision - £50 per 50 minutes, £70 per 1.5hrs) and a member of the BPS. I am qualified in Person-Centred Counselling, CBT & Psychodynamics. I am fully trained in EMDR therapy (£70 per 50 min, £370 for block of 6 sessions).  I have helped many clients who have had a diagnosis of PTSD and extreme anxiety, to overcome their trauma and markedly reduce their anxiety. I specialise in Relationship and Family Counselling, Dementia, anxiety, depression, work-related stress and breakdowns. I also have vast experience of bereavement counselling.
I am a BACP registered Integrative Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor (Supervision - £50 per 50 minutes, £70 per 1.5hrs) and a member of the BPS. I am qualified in Person-Centred Counselling, CBT & Psychodynamics. I am fully trained in EMDR therapy (£70 per 50 min, £370 for block of 6 sessions).  I have helped many clients who have had a diagnosis of PTSD and extreme anxiety, to overcome their trauma and markedly reduce their anxiety. I specialise in Relationship and Family Counselling, Dementia, anxiety, depression, work-related stress and breakdowns. I also have vast experience of bereavement counselling.
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Distinct-Minds
Psychologist, MA, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, I’m Chris, a Counselling Psychologist who is committed to supporting adults and couples to feel calmer, more balanced, and better connected. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, stressed, isolated, or unsure where to turn next, you’re not alone. Many of the people I work with are navigating anxiety, low mood, grief, trauma, and relational difficulties. Whatever it is that you’re facing, I know that you are bigger than your challenges, and I would like to help you to move beyond your concerns, to embrace your strengths, and to bring about lasting change.
Hi, I’m Chris, a Counselling Psychologist who is committed to supporting adults and couples to feel calmer, more balanced, and better connected. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, stressed, isolated, or unsure where to turn next, you’re not alone. Many of the people I work with are navigating anxiety, low mood, grief, trauma, and relational difficulties. Whatever it is that you’re facing, I know that you are bigger than your challenges, and I would like to help you to move beyond your concerns, to embrace your strengths, and to bring about lasting change.
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Karen Welch
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Feeling anxious, stressed or overwhelmed? You may appear to be coping on the outside, but inside feel stuck, exhausted or unsure where to turn. I work with adults facing anxiety, stress, low mood, trauma, grief and relationship difficulties. I also support parents managing the challenges of raising children with ADHD, autism or other additional needs. Together, we explore your feelings and help you move forward with clarity and confidence. .
Feeling anxious, stressed or overwhelmed? You may appear to be coping on the outside, but inside feel stuck, exhausted or unsure where to turn. I work with adults facing anxiety, stress, low mood, trauma, grief and relationship difficulties. I also support parents managing the challenges of raising children with ADHD, autism or other additional needs. Together, we explore your feelings and help you move forward with clarity and confidence. .
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Vicky Godfrey
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I am a qualified counsellor, working with individuals and couples. It can be daunting, deciding to talk to someone for the first time. I see it as my job to create a warm and supportive environment so that you can feel comfortable to be able to share your problems or anxieties. I work with many different issues, including anxiety, depression, bereavement, low self esteem, difficult childhood, past traumatic experiences, relationship issues, work or career related issues, loneliness and isolation and a sense of being stuck. Working integratively means that I can draw on a variety of approaches making sure the therapy works for you.
I am a qualified counsellor, working with individuals and couples. It can be daunting, deciding to talk to someone for the first time. I see it as my job to create a warm and supportive environment so that you can feel comfortable to be able to share your problems or anxieties. I work with many different issues, including anxiety, depression, bereavement, low self esteem, difficult childhood, past traumatic experiences, relationship issues, work or career related issues, loneliness and isolation and a sense of being stuck. Working integratively means that I can draw on a variety of approaches making sure the therapy works for you.
0191 743 3198 View 0191 743 3198
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Karen Louise Hardy
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Everyone is an individual who experiences life and the issues it throws, in very different ways. No 'one' sure way fits all - that is my Moto. We are individuals. Whatever anyone is feeling they shouldn't believe that they can "just cope" because everyone else seems to be doing ok. Its all relative! Depression/anxiety/stress/ lack of self worth and esteem are all problems in todays society and many suffer in silence. You don't need to. Often by talking and getting your problems out in the open is the first step to healing. Their voice to be heard and feelings to be listened to. Trust and the therapeutic relationship are key.
Everyone is an individual who experiences life and the issues it throws, in very different ways. No 'one' sure way fits all - that is my Moto. We are individuals. Whatever anyone is feeling they shouldn't believe that they can "just cope" because everyone else seems to be doing ok. Its all relative! Depression/anxiety/stress/ lack of self worth and esteem are all problems in todays society and many suffer in silence. You don't need to. Often by talking and getting your problems out in the open is the first step to healing. Their voice to be heard and feelings to be listened to. Trust and the therapeutic relationship are key.
01621 730627 View 01621 730627
Education and Learning Disabilities Counsellors
How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.

When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.

What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.

Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.