Adoption Counselling in Lancaster
My practice offers a sanctuary where your story is honoured and healing is guided by your own wisdom:
• Person-Centred Counselling: I offer empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard: you are valued as the expert on your own life whilst I provide an environment which supports self-development
• Social Work Expertise: I bring a trauma-informed lens that will help you better understand how you may have been shaped or stunted by systemic challenges
• Holistic Therapy Integration: Acknowledging that mental, social and physical aspects of your experience are interrelated can help you heal and move toward a sense of wholeness
My practice offers a sanctuary where your story is honoured and healing is guided by your own wisdom:
• Person-Centred Counselling: I offer empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard: you are valued as the expert on your own life whilst I provide an environment which supports self-development
• Social Work Expertise: I bring a trauma-informed lens that will help you better understand how you may have been shaped or stunted by systemic challenges
• Holistic Therapy Integration: Acknowledging that mental, social and physical aspects of your experience are interrelated can help you heal and move toward a sense of wholeness
Are you tired of just surviving? Giving everything you've got just to get through another day? Do you feel lost, alone and in pain, with no idea who you actually are or what you need or want? Perhaps too many years of perfectionism, people-pleasing and masking have taken their toll, and now you're ready to heal and discover who you really are underneath it all. Through Phoenixology therapy with Dr Naomi Parsons you'll find someone to walk the path alongside you, someone who's travelled the route themselves and knows that the view from the top is 1000% worth it. Sessions are always bespoke, filled with empathy, warmth and compassion.
Are you tired of just surviving? Giving everything you've got just to get through another day? Do you feel lost, alone and in pain, with no idea who you actually are or what you need or want? Perhaps too many years of perfectionism, people-pleasing and masking have taken their toll, and now you're ready to heal and discover who you really are underneath it all. Through Phoenixology therapy with Dr Naomi Parsons you'll find someone to walk the path alongside you, someone who's travelled the route themselves and knows that the view from the top is 1000% worth it. Sessions are always bespoke, filled with empathy, warmth and compassion.
Hi, I'm John. I offer down to earth counselling to help you make sense of whatever it is you're experiencing. I will offer you time and space for you to talk through your problems confidentially. I am there to listen to you. I will not use complicated jargon but will listen to what you have to say, with an appropriate use of humour to put you at ease. I will try to see the world through your eyes, whilst not judging and being genuine. I served in the Royal Navy and worked in high pressured businesses. My Facebook Page is Counselling Minds. Also on Instagram, Linkedin and X. Thanks for reading! I hope to hear from you soon, John.
Hi, I'm John. I offer down to earth counselling to help you make sense of whatever it is you're experiencing. I will offer you time and space for you to talk through your problems confidentially. I am there to listen to you. I will not use complicated jargon but will listen to what you have to say, with an appropriate use of humour to put you at ease. I will try to see the world through your eyes, whilst not judging and being genuine. I served in the Royal Navy and worked in high pressured businesses. My Facebook Page is Counselling Minds. Also on Instagram, Linkedin and X. Thanks for reading! I hope to hear from you soon, John.
I am an integrative psychotherapist offering a warm, supportive space to explore what brings you to therapy, help you feel understood, make sense of your challenges, and help you move toward your goals at a pace that feels right for you. I can offer therapy in English and in French.
My professional journey includes working with adults who have experienced trauma, addiction, grief, terminal illness, and diverse mental health needs.
I am an integrative psychotherapist offering a warm, supportive space to explore what brings you to therapy, help you feel understood, make sense of your challenges, and help you move toward your goals at a pace that feels right for you. I can offer therapy in English and in French.
My professional journey includes working with adults who have experienced trauma, addiction, grief, terminal illness, and diverse mental health needs.
My clients come to me from a range of backgrounds, and experiencing a variety of challenges. Some of them know very clearly what they want to achieve from therapy, whereas others do not - only that they feel the need to be heard. In all cases, I provide a counselling approach that is tailored to the personality, wants and needs of each and every unique person I have the privilege to work with. Over many years of practice, my clients consistently tell me that it is my ability to create a safe, respectful and caring environment that means the most to them.
My clients come to me from a range of backgrounds, and experiencing a variety of challenges. Some of them know very clearly what they want to achieve from therapy, whereas others do not - only that they feel the need to be heard. In all cases, I provide a counselling approach that is tailored to the personality, wants and needs of each and every unique person I have the privilege to work with. Over many years of practice, my clients consistently tell me that it is my ability to create a safe, respectful and caring environment that means the most to them.
Head to my website (link at the very bottom) for more details of how I can support you. Live a life you love instead of feeling exhausted, whilst trying to function in business, relationships and life. I will give you a clear line of sight to enable you to actively engage in the things that are important to you and live a life you love. Reflecting on life events of the past, the impact on the present and helping you shape the future. Change is possible, you just need to feel ready, show up and be willing to face those difficult thoughts and feelings. I've got your back and I've included some reviews for you to see the impact.
Head to my website (link at the very bottom) for more details of how I can support you. Live a life you love instead of feeling exhausted, whilst trying to function in business, relationships and life. I will give you a clear line of sight to enable you to actively engage in the things that are important to you and live a life you love. Reflecting on life events of the past, the impact on the present and helping you shape the future. Change is possible, you just need to feel ready, show up and be willing to face those difficult thoughts and feelings. I've got your back and I've included some reviews for you to see the impact.
Hi. I'm Pete and I've been practicing as a therapist in the NHS for over 20 years. I now work as a Senior Lecturer in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and have a private therapy practice too, offering therapy and clinical supervision. Whatever it is that brings you to therapy, I will aim to build a safe place where we can work together to overcome whatever is causing you distress.
Hi. I'm Pete and I've been practicing as a therapist in the NHS for over 20 years. I now work as a Senior Lecturer in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and have a private therapy practice too, offering therapy and clinical supervision. Whatever it is that brings you to therapy, I will aim to build a safe place where we can work together to overcome whatever is causing you distress.
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I am trained in a range of modalities including CBT, Mindfulness and Systemic Family Therapy. As an accredited Psychotherapist and Supervisor I work across the full spectrum of psychological disorders. I have particular interest in Trauma, OCD, Eating Disorders, High End Groups and Personality Disorders. I work with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Bereavement. I have a passion for working with suicidal people, survivors of suicide, families/friends of those whom live with the aftermath of suicide. I am an experienced couples and family therapist. I am skilled in multi agency working. I am experienced in working with prisoners.
I am trained in a range of modalities including CBT, Mindfulness and Systemic Family Therapy. As an accredited Psychotherapist and Supervisor I work across the full spectrum of psychological disorders. I have particular interest in Trauma, OCD, Eating Disorders, High End Groups and Personality Disorders. I work with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Bereavement. I have a passion for working with suicidal people, survivors of suicide, families/friends of those whom live with the aftermath of suicide. I am an experienced couples and family therapist. I am skilled in multi agency working. I am experienced in working with prisoners.
I'm a qualified person centre therapist with 14 years experience supporting children and young people in mainstream schools, alternative provisions, and specialist projects including an award winning CAMHS initiative. I offer a calm, creative space to explore thoughts and feelings through talking, art or sand tray therapy. I can help with anxiety, Anger, exam stress, low self esteem and confidence, recovering from bullying, and coping with loss, parental separation or bereavement to name just a few. My approach has helped many to express themselves in a more cohesive way, building on self confidence and improve relationships
I'm a qualified person centre therapist with 14 years experience supporting children and young people in mainstream schools, alternative provisions, and specialist projects including an award winning CAMHS initiative. I offer a calm, creative space to explore thoughts and feelings through talking, art or sand tray therapy. I can help with anxiety, Anger, exam stress, low self esteem and confidence, recovering from bullying, and coping with loss, parental separation or bereavement to name just a few. My approach has helped many to express themselves in a more cohesive way, building on self confidence and improve relationships
When life feels overwhelming, having someone who truly listens can make all the difference. I offer a safe, relaxed space where you can talk openly and be yourself, without judgment.
I’m a person-centred, experiential psychotherapist offering accessible and affordable counselling in the heart of Preston, with flexible appointment times. As a registered member of the BACP and NCPS, I work within their ethical framework and welcome anything you bring to therapy; nothing is too big or too small.
I’m also an accredited Rewind Therapist, providing closure without disclosure for trauma, PTSD, and phobias, with extensive experience support
When life feels overwhelming, having someone who truly listens can make all the difference. I offer a safe, relaxed space where you can talk openly and be yourself, without judgment.
I’m a person-centred, experiential psychotherapist offering accessible and affordable counselling in the heart of Preston, with flexible appointment times. As a registered member of the BACP and NCPS, I work within their ethical framework and welcome anything you bring to therapy; nothing is too big or too small.
I’m also an accredited Rewind Therapist, providing closure without disclosure for trauma, PTSD, and phobias, with extensive experience support
I have worked with children, young people and their families for over 13 years. I work primary from an attachment perspective and am passionate about supporting children and young people to experience connection and safety in their relationships with caregivers. In doing this I tend to integrate a range of approaches including Video Interaction Guidance, Theraplay and PACE (from Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy).
I also offer individual therapy where I make use of approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy, compassion focused therapy and EMDR.
I have worked with children, young people and their families for over 13 years. I work primary from an attachment perspective and am passionate about supporting children and young people to experience connection and safety in their relationships with caregivers. In doing this I tend to integrate a range of approaches including Video Interaction Guidance, Theraplay and PACE (from Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy).
I also offer individual therapy where I make use of approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy, compassion focused therapy and EMDR.
I offer a confidential, relational, safe space, practicing trauma informed, compassion focused Art Therapy. Sessions centre around your individual wellbeing and personal goals considering your social emotional and mental health needs. Art Therapy does not require artistic skill and whilst it can offer a non threatening, non verbal approach it can equally be a verbal experience. The process offers art materials as a means of creative expression, sensory experience and reflection. Its is a mind body approach to self awareness and therapeutic intervention.
I offer a confidential, relational, safe space, practicing trauma informed, compassion focused Art Therapy. Sessions centre around your individual wellbeing and personal goals considering your social emotional and mental health needs. Art Therapy does not require artistic skill and whilst it can offer a non threatening, non verbal approach it can equally be a verbal experience. The process offers art materials as a means of creative expression, sensory experience and reflection. Its is a mind body approach to self awareness and therapeutic intervention.
Hello and welcome. My name is Kat and I'm a BACP registered counsellor and psychotherapist working from my private practice in Fleetwood. I can also accommodate evening appointments online.
With over 12 years experience working in education; community settings and the charitable sector - in a safeguarding, wellbeing & counselling capacity - I bring a wealth of knowledge, empathy and professional integrity to my therapeutic practice. I value the importance of our relationship and therefore invite you to reach out for an informal chat in the first instance to see if you think I am the right fit for you.
Hello and welcome. My name is Kat and I'm a BACP registered counsellor and psychotherapist working from my private practice in Fleetwood. I can also accommodate evening appointments online.
With over 12 years experience working in education; community settings and the charitable sector - in a safeguarding, wellbeing & counselling capacity - I bring a wealth of knowledge, empathy and professional integrity to my therapeutic practice. I value the importance of our relationship and therefore invite you to reach out for an informal chat in the first instance to see if you think I am the right fit for you.
I offer support with and have experience of working with: Depression and Anxiety, Neurodiversity, LGBTQIA+, Shame, Trauma, Bereavement, Burnout, Adoption and whatever else emerges in our work together.
Welcome. I’m Amy, an advanced trainee Gestalt Psychotherapist and qualified Relational Counsellor with 7 years of practise experience. I consider myself to be a contemporary relational Gestaltist, meaning that you and I work, explore and experience together to give you greater awareness and choice about your life. I work as creatively as you are comfortable with. If you are looking to perhaps learn and understand yourself more so that you may experience life in a new way, I would love to work with you to achieve your goals.
I offer support with and have experience of working with: Depression and Anxiety, Neurodiversity, LGBTQIA+, Shame, Trauma, Bereavement, Burnout, Adoption and whatever else emerges in our work together.
Welcome. I’m Amy, an advanced trainee Gestalt Psychotherapist and qualified Relational Counsellor with 7 years of practise experience. I consider myself to be a contemporary relational Gestaltist, meaning that you and I work, explore and experience together to give you greater awareness and choice about your life. I work as creatively as you are comfortable with. If you are looking to perhaps learn and understand yourself more so that you may experience life in a new way, I would love to work with you to achieve your goals.
Hello, My name is Anita and I am an Accredited BACP Counsellor based in Lindale, (Grange over Sands) Cumbria, UK. I have nearly twenty years professional experience working with adults, couples and young people through crisis, loss, trauma and unexpected life changes. Within the counselling it will help you address these issues, get to the route of why you may be feeling this way, along with developing a different approach in tackling them. In every session, I maintain a friendly and compassionate approach, whilst professionally adhering to BACP ethics and framework.
Hello, My name is Anita and I am an Accredited BACP Counsellor based in Lindale, (Grange over Sands) Cumbria, UK. I have nearly twenty years professional experience working with adults, couples and young people through crisis, loss, trauma and unexpected life changes. Within the counselling it will help you address these issues, get to the route of why you may be feeling this way, along with developing a different approach in tackling them. In every session, I maintain a friendly and compassionate approach, whilst professionally adhering to BACP ethics and framework.
You may be feeling anxious, stressed, burnt out or overwhelmed by everything you’re carrying right now—whether it’s work pressure, relationship difficulties or the impact of a long-term health condition. Perhaps you’re experiencing panic attacks, low self-esteem, overthinking or people-pleasing, and you want a space where you can pause and understand what’s happening beneath the surface. We support adults, young people and couples, including those coping with trauma, ongoing health challenges or relationship concerns, and help you move toward feeling more grounded, confident and connected.
You may be feeling anxious, stressed, burnt out or overwhelmed by everything you’re carrying right now—whether it’s work pressure, relationship difficulties or the impact of a long-term health condition. Perhaps you’re experiencing panic attacks, low self-esteem, overthinking or people-pleasing, and you want a space where you can pause and understand what’s happening beneath the surface. We support adults, young people and couples, including those coping with trauma, ongoing health challenges or relationship concerns, and help you move toward feeling more grounded, confident and connected.
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I am a Manchester Based Therapist offering one to one sessions with clients from all walks of life. I work with clients around recognising how the enviroment around us impacts us as beings. Including natures seasons and our own person seasons that we navigate through. My work involves drawing from a mixture of modalities, including CBT, TA (Transactional Analysis) Talking therapy and creative work.
My approach is mainly client lead and is to offer a safe space for individuals to explore what they wish to bring to therapy, whilst feeling comfortable to be themselves.
I am a Manchester Based Therapist offering one to one sessions with clients from all walks of life. I work with clients around recognising how the enviroment around us impacts us as beings. Including natures seasons and our own person seasons that we navigate through. My work involves drawing from a mixture of modalities, including CBT, TA (Transactional Analysis) Talking therapy and creative work.
My approach is mainly client lead and is to offer a safe space for individuals to explore what they wish to bring to therapy, whilst feeling comfortable to be themselves.
A very warm welcome, I'm Helen Cunningham, a qualified person-centred (PCT) and cognitive behavioural therapist (CBT). Working with adults, children and young people, I provide a therapeutic service dedicated to providing personalised support for when life gets tough for you; and I appreciate life can be very tough.
A very warm welcome, I'm Helen Cunningham, a qualified person-centred (PCT) and cognitive behavioural therapist (CBT). Working with adults, children and young people, I provide a therapeutic service dedicated to providing personalised support for when life gets tough for you; and I appreciate life can be very tough.
Do you feel like you have been struggling with anxiety for a long time? Are you experiencing difficulties in relationships with others or have had adverse experiences in past relationships or in your family. Are you experiencing the traumatic impact of fertility difficulties or have experienced pregnancy loss. Or you may have low self esteem, be overly self-critical and never feel good enough. I am a passionate advocate of therapy’s potential to deepen our self-understanding, develop more compassionate ways of relating to ourselves leading to calmer and happier lives.
Do you feel like you have been struggling with anxiety for a long time? Are you experiencing difficulties in relationships with others or have had adverse experiences in past relationships or in your family. Are you experiencing the traumatic impact of fertility difficulties or have experienced pregnancy loss. Or you may have low self esteem, be overly self-critical and never feel good enough. I am a passionate advocate of therapy’s potential to deepen our self-understanding, develop more compassionate ways of relating to ourselves leading to calmer and happier lives.
My name is Liz and I am an experienced, integrative counsellor, supervisor and lecturer. I am very personable and use humour and warmth with all my clients. I will never promise to solve my clients problems but I do promise to work in a respectful and ethical way, helping clients move through what is often the most difficult time in their life. This may be a solution focussed approach or a more person centred one, working delicately with the client's feelings.
My name is Liz and I am an experienced, integrative counsellor, supervisor and lecturer. I am very personable and use humour and warmth with all my clients. I will never promise to solve my clients problems but I do promise to work in a respectful and ethical way, helping clients move through what is often the most difficult time in their life. This may be a solution focussed approach or a more person centred one, working delicately with the client's feelings.
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Adoption Counsellors
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioural or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioural, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.