In Person Counselling in Ilkley
I work in person at The Grove Therapy practice in the centre of Ilkley.
Hi, I’m Sarah. I imagine at the moment you might not be experiencing life as you'd hope to. Perhaps you feel anxious, sad, overwhelmed, stuck, lost, angry, frustrated, alone and/or are experiencing difficulties in your relationships. All these emotions are part of being human, but at times they can feel like they are taking over, causing distress and difficulties.
It can help to talk, and I offer a gentle, respectful, kind and compassionate presence, keen to listen without judgement, welcoming the whole of you, at your own pace.
I aim to be alongside you, working together to help you achieve the outcomes you desire from therapy.
I work in person at The Grove Therapy practice in the centre of Ilkley.
Hi, I’m Sarah. I imagine at the moment you might not be experiencing life as you'd hope to. Perhaps you feel anxious, sad, overwhelmed, stuck, lost, angry, frustrated, alone and/or are experiencing difficulties in your relationships. All these emotions are part of being human, but at times they can feel like they are taking over, causing distress and difficulties.
It can help to talk, and I offer a gentle, respectful, kind and compassionate presence, keen to listen without judgement, welcoming the whole of you, at your own pace.
I aim to be alongside you, working together to help you achieve the outcomes you desire from therapy.
I work face to face, outdoor or online.
I have a diverse client base, and have knowledge and expertise about loss, trauma, ADHD and anxiety. Together we explore what brings you to therapy, to gain greater understanding and develop self compassion and courage to make change.
I work face to face, outdoor or online.
I have a diverse client base, and have knowledge and expertise about loss, trauma, ADHD and anxiety. Together we explore what brings you to therapy, to gain greater understanding and develop self compassion and courage to make change.
I offer both short-term and longer-term therapy, depending on your needs, and sessions are available online and in person.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, low in mood, or struggling to cope? You may feel stuck in patterns that are difficult to change or unsure why things have become challenging. Therapy can help you begin to understand what is happening and find a way forward.
I offer both short-term and longer-term therapy, depending on your needs, and sessions are available online and in person.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, low in mood, or struggling to cope? You may feel stuck in patterns that are difficult to change or unsure why things have become challenging. Therapy can help you begin to understand what is happening and find a way forward.
I offer therapy sessions in-person, online via Teams, Google meet or WhatsApp video call or by telephone.
I have trained to work pluralistically with my clients. This means that I work with a variety of theories and tailor my practice to what best suits my clients at that particular time; we work collaboratively and review as often as required. The three main areas I have studied are person-centred, psychodynamic and CBT. I am registered with the NCPS, National Hypnotherapy Society, The King's Trust and the ICO.
I am also a fully qualified hypnotherapist.
I have experience of helping children from primary school age, right up to old age and those who are terminally ill.
I hold an enhanced DBS and also offer emotional support sessions.
I offer therapy sessions in-person, online via Teams, Google meet or WhatsApp video call or by telephone.
I have trained to work pluralistically with my clients. This means that I work with a variety of theories and tailor my practice to what best suits my clients at that particular time; we work collaboratively and review as often as required. The three main areas I have studied are person-centred, psychodynamic and CBT. I am registered with the NCPS, National Hypnotherapy Society, The King's Trust and the ICO.
I am also a fully qualified hypnotherapist.
I have experience of helping children from primary school age, right up to old age and those who are terminally ill.
I hold an enhanced DBS and also offer emotional support sessions.
I am happy to work on Zoom, telephone and In-Person.
Hello and Welcome. Talking to someone should be one of the easiest things to do. But when it comes to emotions and feelings these can get stuck and tangled, making it difficult to communicate. My name is Gill and I have been a counsellor for over 17 years and have extensive experience working with clients, suffering losses and bereavement. I provide a clear space for people to explore and sit safely with where they are at. The positive environment I create allows you to seek your own conclusions maintaining your autonomy. I have held many clients of all ages struggling with loss, anxiety, bereavement and relationship difficulties.
I am happy to work on Zoom, telephone and In-Person.
Hello and Welcome. Talking to someone should be one of the easiest things to do. But when it comes to emotions and feelings these can get stuck and tangled, making it difficult to communicate. My name is Gill and I have been a counsellor for over 17 years and have extensive experience working with clients, suffering losses and bereavement. I provide a clear space for people to explore and sit safely with where they are at. The positive environment I create allows you to seek your own conclusions maintaining your autonomy. I have held many clients of all ages struggling with loss, anxiety, bereavement and relationship difficulties.
I am a qualified integrative psychotherapist with previous experience working in an NHS and a university setting. I work with adults and young people 18+. I work with a range of presenting issues, including issues related to anxiety, depression, and trauma, but also have experience working with issues relating to relationships, bereavement, identity, self-criticality, burnout, neurodiversity/neurodivergence (assessed or self-identified), kink, bdsm and non-monogamy, and issues relating to working in the creative arts.
I am a qualified integrative psychotherapist with previous experience working in an NHS and a university setting. I work with adults and young people 18+. I work with a range of presenting issues, including issues related to anxiety, depression, and trauma, but also have experience working with issues relating to relationships, bereavement, identity, self-criticality, burnout, neurodiversity/neurodivergence (assessed or self-identified), kink, bdsm and non-monogamy, and issues relating to working in the creative arts.
I am the Director of The Grove Counselling & Psychotherapy Practice in Ilkley, an experienced individual and couples therapist with a specific interest in generalised anxiety. Fundamental to my practice is the relationship between the therapist and the client and I therefore endeavour to cultivate a supportive, non-judgemental and empathic relationship.
I am the Director of The Grove Counselling & Psychotherapy Practice in Ilkley, an experienced individual and couples therapist with a specific interest in generalised anxiety. Fundamental to my practice is the relationship between the therapist and the client and I therefore endeavour to cultivate a supportive, non-judgemental and empathic relationship.
I offer both In Person and Online appointments Monday-Thursday in Ilkley, Bradford near Leeds.
A warm welcome to Adults and Couple,
I have over 25 years experience of helping adults, over 10 years helping couples.
We are all different and affected by different experiences in our life, which in turn can impact us in many different ways. The impact can show up in symptoms such as; anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, self-harm, relationship difficulties, self-belief/confidence issues, suicidal thoughts, inflammation issues in our bodies. I will provide a safe space, to help you understand what you're experiencing, gain clarity, to create long term change for your future.
I offer both In Person and Online appointments Monday-Thursday in Ilkley, Bradford near Leeds.
A warm welcome to Adults and Couple,
I have over 25 years experience of helping adults, over 10 years helping couples.
We are all different and affected by different experiences in our life, which in turn can impact us in many different ways. The impact can show up in symptoms such as; anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, self-harm, relationship difficulties, self-belief/confidence issues, suicidal thoughts, inflammation issues in our bodies. I will provide a safe space, to help you understand what you're experiencing, gain clarity, to create long term change for your future.
Currently offering sessions in-person in Yorkshire and worldwide on Zoom.
Do you feel devastated after an affair, or trapped in the hurt and mistrust that followed? I provide specialist couples counselling for partners facing the hardest challenges - betrayal, sex & intimacy that’s vanished, the same fight on repeat, or the complexities of neurodiverse or poly relationships. By the time people find me, they’ve usually tried everything else. My style is structured, direct, and designed to create change. One couple put it this way: “When all hope was lost, Shan’s help and guidance enabled us to reconnect and be stronger than we have ever been".
Currently offering sessions in-person in Yorkshire and worldwide on Zoom.
Do you feel devastated after an affair, or trapped in the hurt and mistrust that followed? I provide specialist couples counselling for partners facing the hardest challenges - betrayal, sex & intimacy that’s vanished, the same fight on repeat, or the complexities of neurodiverse or poly relationships. By the time people find me, they’ve usually tried everything else. My style is structured, direct, and designed to create change. One couple put it this way: “When all hope was lost, Shan’s help and guidance enabled us to reconnect and be stronger than we have ever been".
I’m a warm, experienced counsellor based in central Ilkley, offering in-person and online therapy for adults (18+).
I am trained in the Relational Model of counselling, which focuses on how our past and present relationships influence our wellbeing. This enables me to help with a wide range of emotional difficulties, including relationship issues, trauma, bereavement, self-esteem, emotional regulation, and major life transitions.
I’m a warm, experienced counsellor based in central Ilkley, offering in-person and online therapy for adults (18+).
I am trained in the Relational Model of counselling, which focuses on how our past and present relationships influence our wellbeing. This enables me to help with a wide range of emotional difficulties, including relationship issues, trauma, bereavement, self-esteem, emotional regulation, and major life transitions.
I offer sessions in person, or via video/telephone call.
I understand what it takes to start a therapy journey, and I endeavour to support that process sensitively and with purpose. Your needs and goals are what we will work on together, whilst investigating and learning along the way.
The pace is set by you, and how we work can be flexible to how you are feeling on the day. No pressure, just kindness, support, and a space to explore. Feeling safe enough to communicate your challenges is key. This is what I offer, alongside my extensive experience of practice in working with complex issues and distress.
I offer sessions in person, or via video/telephone call.
I understand what it takes to start a therapy journey, and I endeavour to support that process sensitively and with purpose. Your needs and goals are what we will work on together, whilst investigating and learning along the way.
The pace is set by you, and how we work can be flexible to how you are feeling on the day. No pressure, just kindness, support, and a space to explore. Feeling safe enough to communicate your challenges is key. This is what I offer, alongside my extensive experience of practice in working with complex issues and distress.
As an Art Psychotherapist, I work from a psychodynamic perspective, paying close attention to how early experiences, unconscious processes, and relational patterns shape current emotional life. I offer a consistent space to explore thoughts, feelings, and internal conflicts with depth and curiosity. Art-making provides an additional route for unconscious material to emerge and be understood. No artistic experience is needed.
As an Art Psychotherapist, I work from a psychodynamic perspective, paying close attention to how early experiences, unconscious processes, and relational patterns shape current emotional life. I offer a consistent space to explore thoughts, feelings, and internal conflicts with depth and curiosity. Art-making provides an additional route for unconscious material to emerge and be understood. No artistic experience is needed.
If you are finding life hard I want to help. I know how helping you to talk about your challenges can allow you feel understood and make changes. I will listen carefully and kindly and help you feel understood so you can increase your self belief and improve your wellbeing. I have worked with many different issues and I would like to talk with you to see if, together, we think that counselling with me could help you. If you want to feel happier and get more out of life I believe I can help you.
If you are finding life hard I want to help. I know how helping you to talk about your challenges can allow you feel understood and make changes. I will listen carefully and kindly and help you feel understood so you can increase your self belief and improve your wellbeing. I have worked with many different issues and I would like to talk with you to see if, together, we think that counselling with me could help you. If you want to feel happier and get more out of life I believe I can help you.
I provide 1 to 1 talking therapy in person and outdoor walk and talk therapy in nature.
I am a person centered psychotherapist and counsellor who draws upon a range of therapeutic perspectives in order to support individual needs. I have had experience working with a wide range of issues including anxiety, ADHD, self-harm, bereavement, loss, trauma, self-esteem, attachment, gender issues and bullying.
I provide 1 to 1 talking therapy in person and outdoor walk and talk therapy in nature.
I am a person centered psychotherapist and counsellor who draws upon a range of therapeutic perspectives in order to support individual needs. I have had experience working with a wide range of issues including anxiety, ADHD, self-harm, bereavement, loss, trauma, self-esteem, attachment, gender issues and bullying.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years post-qualification experience of working with adults in the NHS. I am registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Psychological Society. I am an accredited practitioner in EMDR. I help people with a range of emotional difficulties, including low mood, anxiety (Generalised Anxiety Disorder), obsessive-compulsive problems, eating issues, PTSD and dealing with the effects of trauma or abuse, low self esteem, relationship difficulties, loss, and adjustment difficulties following stressful life events.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years post-qualification experience of working with adults in the NHS. I am registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Psychological Society. I am an accredited practitioner in EMDR. I help people with a range of emotional difficulties, including low mood, anxiety (Generalised Anxiety Disorder), obsessive-compulsive problems, eating issues, PTSD and dealing with the effects of trauma or abuse, low self esteem, relationship difficulties, loss, and adjustment difficulties following stressful life events.
I see clients in person in my clinic rooms in Ilkley and Cookridge, Leeds.
Hello, my name is Claudia. I am an HCPC registered Senior Clinical Psychologist. I have been qualified since 2007.
I work with children and young people or their parents/carers to offer: Individual evidence based psychological therapy; Work with parents & carers; Consultation with other professionals.
My areas of special interest include depression, anxiety, phobia, self-esteem, OCD & work related to neurodivergence.
Building warm, trusting, affirming, collaborative and empathic therapeutic relationships with the children, young people & parents/carers I work with is central to my approach.
I see clients in person in my clinic rooms in Ilkley and Cookridge, Leeds.
Hello, my name is Claudia. I am an HCPC registered Senior Clinical Psychologist. I have been qualified since 2007.
I work with children and young people or their parents/carers to offer: Individual evidence based psychological therapy; Work with parents & carers; Consultation with other professionals.
My areas of special interest include depression, anxiety, phobia, self-esteem, OCD & work related to neurodivergence.
Building warm, trusting, affirming, collaborative and empathic therapeutic relationships with the children, young people & parents/carers I work with is central to my approach.
I offer in-person therapy sessions on Thursdays and Fridays and online sessions on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Hi, I'm Jess. I'm a friendly and down-to-earth therapist helping people untangle feelings and experiences that have started to pile up. Whether you’re feeling weighed down by hopelessness, drained from battling something you know needs attention, or finding it hard to see your own worth, I’m here to help. I work with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and those deep dives into past experiences that can still affect you today.
I offer in-person therapy sessions on Thursdays and Fridays and online sessions on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Hi, I'm Jess. I'm a friendly and down-to-earth therapist helping people untangle feelings and experiences that have started to pile up. Whether you’re feeling weighed down by hopelessness, drained from battling something you know needs attention, or finding it hard to see your own worth, I’m here to help. I work with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and those deep dives into past experiences that can still affect you today.
I offer online and face to face therapy depending on your preference and what you are most comfortable with.
Are anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or low mood preventing you from enjoying life or feeling like yourself? Perhaps you are constantly worrying, overthinking, struggling with panic, or finding it difficult to switch off. Maybe a traumatic experience from the past continues to affect you in the present. You do not have to face these difficulties alone, and recovery is possible. My aim is not simply to help you cope with symptoms, but to support you in making meaningful and lasting changes so that you can get back to living the life you want.
I offer online and face to face therapy depending on your preference and what you are most comfortable with.
Are anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or low mood preventing you from enjoying life or feeling like yourself? Perhaps you are constantly worrying, overthinking, struggling with panic, or finding it difficult to switch off. Maybe a traumatic experience from the past continues to affect you in the present. You do not have to face these difficulties alone, and recovery is possible. My aim is not simply to help you cope with symptoms, but to support you in making meaningful and lasting changes so that you can get back to living the life you want.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over two decades experience working with adults and young people to maximise wellbeing. I have worked in many different healthcare settings, including Community Mental Health and Learning Disability Teams. I have a depth of knowledge and skill from working with all aspects of mental health (self esteem, identity, anxiety, depression, including PTSD/complex trauma).
I specialise in work with ADHD, Autism and learning disability. I am an experienced clinical supervisor with many years supervising psychologists and other psychological professions.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over two decades experience working with adults and young people to maximise wellbeing. I have worked in many different healthcare settings, including Community Mental Health and Learning Disability Teams. I have a depth of knowledge and skill from working with all aspects of mental health (self esteem, identity, anxiety, depression, including PTSD/complex trauma).
I specialise in work with ADHD, Autism and learning disability. I am an experienced clinical supervisor with many years supervising psychologists and other psychological professions.
I work in person from my offices in Skipton and Ilkley and online via Zoom.
All of us have our periods of struggle. Life has a habit of throwing things at us - stress, loss, bereavement, anxiety, relationship troubles - that can throw us off course.
Relationships are tough; work and family too. But you don't have to manage it all on your own. Talking to me about your anxiety, depression, anger, stress, addictions or loss can help plot a path through life's difficult times and rediscover yourself.
Working together in a calm, focused way, we can understand your unique patterns and needs, find coping strategies, and look at ways to change the things we can, and accept the things we can't.
I work in person from my offices in Skipton and Ilkley and online via Zoom.
All of us have our periods of struggle. Life has a habit of throwing things at us - stress, loss, bereavement, anxiety, relationship troubles - that can throw us off course.
Relationships are tough; work and family too. But you don't have to manage it all on your own. Talking to me about your anxiety, depression, anger, stress, addictions or loss can help plot a path through life's difficult times and rediscover yourself.
Working together in a calm, focused way, we can understand your unique patterns and needs, find coping strategies, and look at ways to change the things we can, and accept the things we can't.
FAQ - About In Person Therapy
What are the benefits of in-person therapy?
In-person therapy offers several benefits that some people find highly valuable for their mental health treatment. Being present in the same room as your therapist can create a stronger sense of connection and allow for more nuanced communication through body language. Some people may also find it easier to focus in therapy when they are in a dedicated space and away from potential distractions related to home or work; attending an in-person session provides a clear boundary between therapy time and the rest of your life. For certain therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), exposure therapy, or somatic therapy, being in person may be particularly important, as these therapies benefit from the therapist being able to observe and respond to a client’s physical cues effectively. Additionally, some individuals simply feel more comfortable discussing sensitive or painful topics when they are face-to-face with their therapist rather than on a screen.
When should I choose in-person therapy over online therapy?
In-person therapy may be a better choice when you need a structured therapeutic environment separate from your daily life, when you find it difficult to focus or feel comfortable in an online setting, or when privacy at home is a concern. It may also be more appropriate if you are dealing with severe mental health symptoms that require close monitoring or if your therapy involves approaches that rely heavily on observing physical cues. On the other hand, if convenience, scheduling flexibility, or access to specialists outside your immediate area are priorities, online therapy may be a better fit. Many therapists offer both options, so you can also discuss with a provider which format might work best for your specific situation.
How do I find an in-person therapist?
You can use Psychology Today's therapist directory to find an in-person therapist in your area. You can search by location, insurance accepted, specialty areas, therapeutic approaches, and other criteria to narrow down providers who meet your needs. Each therapist profile includes information about their credentials, areas of expertise, and whether they offer in-person sessions. Once you have identified potential therapists, you can contact them directly through the directory to schedule an initial consultation and determine whether they are a good fit before committing to ongoing treatment. When reaching out, it can be helpful to confirm their availability for in-person appointments, their office location, and whether they accept your insurance.