Women's Issues Counselling in Hartlepool
I'm Claire, a BACP registered psychotherapist working remotely and from my office in Co. Durham. I offer a trauma-informed space and my practice integrates the mind and body to support regulation, reconnection and recovery.
I believe there are many ways to understand human psychology and wellbeing. I integrate talking therapy with somatic, creative and holistic approaches. I work collaboratively with clients, building an empathic therapeutic relationship where thoughts, feelings and behaviours can be explored so you can reconnect with yourself and feel safer in your life.
I'm Claire, a BACP registered psychotherapist working remotely and from my office in Co. Durham. I offer a trauma-informed space and my practice integrates the mind and body to support regulation, reconnection and recovery.
I believe there are many ways to understand human psychology and wellbeing. I integrate talking therapy with somatic, creative and holistic approaches. I work collaboratively with clients, building an empathic therapeutic relationship where thoughts, feelings and behaviours can be explored so you can reconnect with yourself and feel safer in your life.
I'm a qualified counsellor, who provides a safe environment for clients to off-load. My practice provides empathy, comfort and no judgment. Clients can use the sessions however they please, as I follow the clients pace. I use an integrative approach, meaning I utilise theories that suit each individual client, providing an individual journey for every client. I provide open-ended therapy, as each person moves through their journey at a different pace.
I'm a qualified counsellor, who provides a safe environment for clients to off-load. My practice provides empathy, comfort and no judgment. Clients can use the sessions however they please, as I follow the clients pace. I use an integrative approach, meaning I utilise theories that suit each individual client, providing an individual journey for every client. I provide open-ended therapy, as each person moves through their journey at a different pace.
I’m a BACP‑accredited counsellor and I’m currently welcoming new clients. If you’re experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, panic, low self‑esteem, bereavement, family difficulties, or challenges related to illness or end‑of‑life care, you don’t have to face it alone.
I offer a calm, confidential, and compassionate space where you can explore what you’re going through at your own pace. Together, we’ll work to help you find clarity, strengthen your resilience, and gently move toward a place of hope and emotional wellbeing.
I’m a BACP‑accredited counsellor and I’m currently welcoming new clients. If you’re experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, panic, low self‑esteem, bereavement, family difficulties, or challenges related to illness or end‑of‑life care, you don’t have to face it alone.
I offer a calm, confidential, and compassionate space where you can explore what you’re going through at your own pace. Together, we’ll work to help you find clarity, strengthen your resilience, and gently move toward a place of hope and emotional wellbeing.
Hi, I am a registered accredited (UKCP) Psychotherapist & Counsellor and have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. All my clients are unique, and so is my approach to therapy. I utilise a humanistic and integrated approach, which means I tailor my techniques to fit the individual needs of each of my clients. This approach ensures a holistic and compassionate therapeutic experience that promotes personal growth and emotional well-being. Addressing the emotional, mental, and relational aspects of each of my clients.
Hi, I am a registered accredited (UKCP) Psychotherapist & Counsellor and have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. All my clients are unique, and so is my approach to therapy. I utilise a humanistic and integrated approach, which means I tailor my techniques to fit the individual needs of each of my clients. This approach ensures a holistic and compassionate therapeutic experience that promotes personal growth and emotional well-being. Addressing the emotional, mental, and relational aspects of each of my clients.
Whether working through significant change, life event or trying to manage/resolve longer term issues which prevent you from thriving and reaching your fullest potential in life, relationships, family or work – I can work with you in a fully supportive, non-judgemental, empathic way. I am a warm, relational and person-centred integrative psychotherapist and EMDR specialist Dip Psych & DPC (child and adolescent), also clinical hypnotherapist (Adult). Additionally -Dip CBT, EFT, Mindfulness, Art and Couples Therapies. I lecture in psychotherapy, psychology and counselling and have worked with clients 5 yrs old to 80yrs+.
Whether working through significant change, life event or trying to manage/resolve longer term issues which prevent you from thriving and reaching your fullest potential in life, relationships, family or work – I can work with you in a fully supportive, non-judgemental, empathic way. I am a warm, relational and person-centred integrative psychotherapist and EMDR specialist Dip Psych & DPC (child and adolescent), also clinical hypnotherapist (Adult). Additionally -Dip CBT, EFT, Mindfulness, Art and Couples Therapies. I lecture in psychotherapy, psychology and counselling and have worked with clients 5 yrs old to 80yrs+.
Hello, and welcome. Sometimes we all face things that we can find difficult to make sense of and reaching out for help can seem like the hardest thing to do. I'm here beside you as we navigate through the stormy waters together.
I have worked for many years with children, young people, their parents and carers and adults. The work I have done has enabled me to develop understanding of the challenges faced at different stages in life, and I aim to hold you and your experiences at the core with compassion and warmth to help you understand what shaped your history and your person.
Hello, and welcome. Sometimes we all face things that we can find difficult to make sense of and reaching out for help can seem like the hardest thing to do. I'm here beside you as we navigate through the stormy waters together.
I have worked for many years with children, young people, their parents and carers and adults. The work I have done has enabled me to develop understanding of the challenges faced at different stages in life, and I aim to hold you and your experiences at the core with compassion and warmth to help you understand what shaped your history and your person.
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Hello and welcome. Are you feeling out of sorts, lost, or not yourself? You may be struggling with anxiety, grief, or other emotional difficulties. Maybe you're coming to terms with a recent separation, a health condition, or another traumatic life event. Life can be challenging at times and we can find it hard to see a way forward. Pressures placed on us can be unrelenting and take their toll. These can often manifest in unrealistic expectations of oneself, leading to high stress levels and burnout. Whatever you bring I will hear you.
Hello and welcome. Are you feeling out of sorts, lost, or not yourself? You may be struggling with anxiety, grief, or other emotional difficulties. Maybe you're coming to terms with a recent separation, a health condition, or another traumatic life event. Life can be challenging at times and we can find it hard to see a way forward. Pressures placed on us can be unrelenting and take their toll. These can often manifest in unrealistic expectations of oneself, leading to high stress levels and burnout. Whatever you bring I will hear you.
Hello, I am a trauma-informed, integrative counsellor. I meet clients weekly, face-to-face in a safe, comfortable therapy space in Darlington, Co Durham, UK, and online via Zoom or by telephone if you prefer. I have a flexible work structure regarding regularity of sessions. I have supported many clients throughout the years with a variety of mental health issues at Mind, the Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling Centre and Durham University before entering private practice. The relationship with your counsellor is key to positive change on your healing journey. Schedule a free phone session to discuss how we could work together.
Hello, I am a trauma-informed, integrative counsellor. I meet clients weekly, face-to-face in a safe, comfortable therapy space in Darlington, Co Durham, UK, and online via Zoom or by telephone if you prefer. I have a flexible work structure regarding regularity of sessions. I have supported many clients throughout the years with a variety of mental health issues at Mind, the Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling Centre and Durham University before entering private practice. The relationship with your counsellor is key to positive change on your healing journey. Schedule a free phone session to discuss how we could work together.
You’re holding it all together, but only just. Maybe you’ve had a panic attack in the toilet at work. Maybe you’ve asked ChatGPT to help untangle your brain.
You feel everything so deeply. The tiniest thing tips you over. Everyone’s got an opinion about what you should do, but you don’t even know who you are anymore. Maybe you've been carrying things alone for a while and masking how hard it’s been just to get through the day. You might feel like you're "too much" and still feel "not good enough". You're not broken. You’ve been thinking about therapy. Now you’re here, wondering if anyone will really get it.
You’re holding it all together, but only just. Maybe you’ve had a panic attack in the toilet at work. Maybe you’ve asked ChatGPT to help untangle your brain.
You feel everything so deeply. The tiniest thing tips you over. Everyone’s got an opinion about what you should do, but you don’t even know who you are anymore. Maybe you've been carrying things alone for a while and masking how hard it’s been just to get through the day. You might feel like you're "too much" and still feel "not good enough". You're not broken. You’ve been thinking about therapy. Now you’re here, wondering if anyone will really get it.
I understand it can feel hard to be vulnerable and share your story. I’ll work gently at your pace, checking in to make sure it feels right for you. I’m a registered member MBACP (Accred) psychotherapeutic counsellor for children and young people, with years of experience supporting women too. I often work with those who feel low, worn out, anxious or unseen—who carry quiet feelings of not being good enough, or not truly mattering. Many I support are neurodivergent or tend to care for others while neglecting their own needs, often feeling burnt out, hopeless or uncertain about the future.
I understand it can feel hard to be vulnerable and share your story. I’ll work gently at your pace, checking in to make sure it feels right for you. I’m a registered member MBACP (Accred) psychotherapeutic counsellor for children and young people, with years of experience supporting women too. I often work with those who feel low, worn out, anxious or unseen—who carry quiet feelings of not being good enough, or not truly mattering. Many I support are neurodivergent or tend to care for others while neglecting their own needs, often feeling burnt out, hopeless or uncertain about the future.
Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. With over 35 years experience I have helped hundreds of people like you to find greater peace and acceptance of themselves. The pandemic has revealed difficulties such as anxiety, depression, obsessiveness, and feelings of powerlessness to name but a few. Relationships with ourselves, with families and partners have been sorely tested. How we relate to ourselves is the building block for how we relate to others. People tell me that I am a good listener, warm, compassionate, wise with a sense of humour.
Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. With over 35 years experience I have helped hundreds of people like you to find greater peace and acceptance of themselves. The pandemic has revealed difficulties such as anxiety, depression, obsessiveness, and feelings of powerlessness to name but a few. Relationships with ourselves, with families and partners have been sorely tested. How we relate to ourselves is the building block for how we relate to others. People tell me that I am a good listener, warm, compassionate, wise with a sense of humour.
Are you struggling to cope, feeling lost or stuck?
Do you find that experiences from your past are impacting on you - that old beliefs and behaviours are holding you back?
If you want to make changes in your life and need compassionate support as you move from surviving to thriving, I can help.
I offer both short and longer term therapy online. I am Accredited with the BACP and EMDR UK and Europe (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing). I specialise in helping clients recover from trauma and addictions.
If you are struggling to overcome blocks and reach your goals, we can use EMDR-informed coaching to help you push through.
Are you struggling to cope, feeling lost or stuck?
Do you find that experiences from your past are impacting on you - that old beliefs and behaviours are holding you back?
If you want to make changes in your life and need compassionate support as you move from surviving to thriving, I can help.
I offer both short and longer term therapy online. I am Accredited with the BACP and EMDR UK and Europe (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing). I specialise in helping clients recover from trauma and addictions.
If you are struggling to overcome blocks and reach your goals, we can use EMDR-informed coaching to help you push through.
My work is to empower you to understand and manage your own and your family's psychological wellbeing. From initial confusion and hopelessness the end game is enlightenment and clarity. I rely on data, clear aims, objectives, and objective measurement.
My work is to empower you to understand and manage your own and your family's psychological wellbeing. From initial confusion and hopelessness the end game is enlightenment and clarity. I rely on data, clear aims, objectives, and objective measurement.
Finding the right therapist can take time. To help you decide whether my approach feels right for you, I offer a free 25-minute consultation.
During this conversation, we can talk through the issues you are facing, explore what support you are looking for, and consider how we may be able to work together.
I aim to create a warm, trusting therapeutic relationship where you feel supported and understood. Together, we can explore any unhelpful feelings, thoughts, or behaviours you may be experiencing, helping you develop a clearer understanding of what may be holding you back.
Finding the right therapist can take time. To help you decide whether my approach feels right for you, I offer a free 25-minute consultation.
During this conversation, we can talk through the issues you are facing, explore what support you are looking for, and consider how we may be able to work together.
I aim to create a warm, trusting therapeutic relationship where you feel supported and understood. Together, we can explore any unhelpful feelings, thoughts, or behaviours you may be experiencing, helping you develop a clearer understanding of what may be holding you back.
I support adults struggling with the impact of trauma, loss or significant life changes. You may be trying to make sense of a something that’s happened to you, feel like you’re constantly on edge or feel stuck in the past.
I offer a warm, compassionate space to help you find a way forward. My approach is centred around your unique needs, history and experience, and is always informed by evidence based interventions.
I support adults struggling with the impact of trauma, loss or significant life changes. You may be trying to make sense of a something that’s happened to you, feel like you’re constantly on edge or feel stuck in the past.
I offer a warm, compassionate space to help you find a way forward. My approach is centred around your unique needs, history and experience, and is always informed by evidence based interventions.
I am an Art Psychotherapist, offering sessions to explore your thoughts and feelings through art making. I am passionate about building a space together in which you can feel safe and comfortable. Art Therapy can be useful for externalising often difficult and overwhelming emotions, which sometimes are beyond words. No experience with art is required, just an openness to using the materials, and I am there to guide you in this.
Sessions can take place in person in Newcastle city centre, or online, or a combination of both.
I am an Art Psychotherapist, offering sessions to explore your thoughts and feelings through art making. I am passionate about building a space together in which you can feel safe and comfortable. Art Therapy can be useful for externalising often difficult and overwhelming emotions, which sometimes are beyond words. No experience with art is required, just an openness to using the materials, and I am there to guide you in this.
Sessions can take place in person in Newcastle city centre, or online, or a combination of both.
You might be someone who’s used to holding things together for everyone else - the one people rely on - but underneath, things may not feel so steady. You might feel unseen, unheard, or unsure of yourself even if others see you as strong.
Sometimes these feelings link to major life events, like grief & loss. Or they are familiar patterns - a sense of not quite fitting in, of not feeling fully understood or accepted, low self-esteem, having too many responsibilities, exhaustion.
I can help you deepen your understanding of these patterns and figure out a way forward that recognises & meets your needs, and leads to growth.
You might be someone who’s used to holding things together for everyone else - the one people rely on - but underneath, things may not feel so steady. You might feel unseen, unheard, or unsure of yourself even if others see you as strong.
Sometimes these feelings link to major life events, like grief & loss. Or they are familiar patterns - a sense of not quite fitting in, of not feeling fully understood or accepted, low self-esteem, having too many responsibilities, exhaustion.
I can help you deepen your understanding of these patterns and figure out a way forward that recognises & meets your needs, and leads to growth.
I specialise in working with individuals who have difficulties in managing their emotions and therefore struggle with things like relationships, drinking, substance use, self harming and other impulsive behaviour. You don't need a formal diagnosis to work with me, but I do have a speciality of working with people with personality disorders. I also have lots of experience of working with people who have had traumatic histories and are struggling to manage as a result. This might mean they are depressed, anxious or just finding trusting people hard. As well as these specialities, I also work with all major mental health issues
I specialise in working with individuals who have difficulties in managing their emotions and therefore struggle with things like relationships, drinking, substance use, self harming and other impulsive behaviour. You don't need a formal diagnosis to work with me, but I do have a speciality of working with people with personality disorders. I also have lots of experience of working with people who have had traumatic histories and are struggling to manage as a result. This might mean they are depressed, anxious or just finding trusting people hard. As well as these specialities, I also work with all major mental health issues
I can offer you a safe space to explore what may be troubling you and look at what you may need from therapy, I can help you identify the issue and we can work together towards your goal. I can provide strategies to empower to accept/ cope more efficiently with difficult situations. You may want to look at behaviour patterns that are not helpful and learn how to challenge/ make positive changes. Counselling is always led by you and tailored to your needs/ goals. Traumatic events will be explored at your pace. Confidentiality and Safety are paramount in my work.
I can offer you a safe space to explore what may be troubling you and look at what you may need from therapy, I can help you identify the issue and we can work together towards your goal. I can provide strategies to empower to accept/ cope more efficiently with difficult situations. You may want to look at behaviour patterns that are not helpful and learn how to challenge/ make positive changes. Counselling is always led by you and tailored to your needs/ goals. Traumatic events will be explored at your pace. Confidentiality and Safety are paramount in my work.
I provide a warm, inclusive counselling service for individuals and couples, where you can feel heard and supported. Whether you’re facing a current challenge, becoming aware of ongoing cycles, or want to explore and make sense of past experiences, I’m here to support you. I offer a non-judgmental space where you can speak openly about whatever is on your mind. Issues I commonly help with include anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, relationship issues, anger and stress management and trauma. I support my clients to understand patterns, build confidence, and create meaningful change.
I provide a warm, inclusive counselling service for individuals and couples, where you can feel heard and supported. Whether you’re facing a current challenge, becoming aware of ongoing cycles, or want to explore and make sense of past experiences, I’m here to support you. I offer a non-judgmental space where you can speak openly about whatever is on your mind. Issues I commonly help with include anxiety, depression, low-self esteem, relationship issues, anger and stress management and trauma. I support my clients to understand patterns, build confidence, and create meaningful change.
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Women's Issues Counsellors
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.