Buddhist Therapists in Lancaster
Psychotherapy is an opportunity to explore how we make sense of the sometimes contrasting ways we see the world. It offers a space to explore the ways we experience and are making sense of our past and present. To do this we want to cultivate a collaborative space where we befriend the habits that separate us from ourself and others. Often our habits are so habitual we don’t realise we are doing them. They have become almost unconscious in what we do. They are embodied in how we do life… they have become somatised.
Psychotherapy is an opportunity to explore how we make sense of the sometimes contrasting ways we see the world. It offers a space to explore the ways we experience and are making sense of our past and present. To do this we want to cultivate a collaborative space where we befriend the habits that separate us from ourself and others. Often our habits are so habitual we don’t realise we are doing them. They have become almost unconscious in what we do. They are embodied in how we do life… they have become somatised.
In my online practice, I work with people who feel stuck. Often, the things we do to cope with stress, anxiety, or low self esteem—like drinking, substance use, pornography, or overworking—start out as survival strategies but end up taking on a life of their own.
I understand this territory. I bring trusted experience working in recovery centres, colleges, and supporting doctors dealing with burnout through Physicians Anonymous. But just as importantly, I understand it from my own personal life, too. I know how hard it is to break these patterns, and I know what it takes to navigate them.
In my online practice, I work with people who feel stuck. Often, the things we do to cope with stress, anxiety, or low self esteem—like drinking, substance use, pornography, or overworking—start out as survival strategies but end up taking on a life of their own.
I understand this territory. I bring trusted experience working in recovery centres, colleges, and supporting doctors dealing with burnout through Physicians Anonymous. But just as importantly, I understand it from my own personal life, too. I know how hard it is to break these patterns, and I know what it takes to navigate them.
People come to me with many different life experiences. Our sessions are a collaborative process, helping you to understand yourself more fully, see things from new perspectives, and develop tools and inner resources for life’s challenges.
After years of understanding and overcoming my own challenges, I developed a passion for helping others understand themselves more deeply too.
I offer a space that feels grounded, warm, and real — sometimes with a little humour — where we can work together to find a way forward.
People come to me with many different life experiences. Our sessions are a collaborative process, helping you to understand yourself more fully, see things from new perspectives, and develop tools and inner resources for life’s challenges.
After years of understanding and overcoming my own challenges, I developed a passion for helping others understand themselves more deeply too.
I offer a space that feels grounded, warm, and real — sometimes with a little humour — where we can work together to find a way forward.
As an integrative counsellor, I tailor my approach to each individual’s unique needs, experiences, and capabilities. We all develop our own way of being, shaped by our family dynamics, life events, and personal strengths. I draw on a range of therapeutic methods — including grief and bereavement work, creative and art-based therapies, behavioural approaches, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Transactional Analysis — to provide support that truly fits you.
You may be wondering, “How can I be helped?” Together, we will explore your experiences and challenges, using supportive techniques to help you navigate difficulties.
As an integrative counsellor, I tailor my approach to each individual’s unique needs, experiences, and capabilities. We all develop our own way of being, shaped by our family dynamics, life events, and personal strengths. I draw on a range of therapeutic methods — including grief and bereavement work, creative and art-based therapies, behavioural approaches, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Transactional Analysis — to provide support that truly fits you.
You may be wondering, “How can I be helped?” Together, we will explore your experiences and challenges, using supportive techniques to help you navigate difficulties.
I am here to support your healing process. Looking for a therapist is a courageous first step. I have found that common themes clients bring to therapy include: Feelings of shame and a lack of worthiness; being very self-critical; Feeling rejected, hurt, and alone; Stuck in relationships that are not fulfilling; Feeling that your life lacks purpose; Traumatic experiences that feel like they define you. Do any of these sound familiar? Would it help to have a space to work through these issues, to let go, and to feel greater freedom in your life? If any of these issues resonate with you then we can work together to make a difference.
I am here to support your healing process. Looking for a therapist is a courageous first step. I have found that common themes clients bring to therapy include: Feelings of shame and a lack of worthiness; being very self-critical; Feeling rejected, hurt, and alone; Stuck in relationships that are not fulfilling; Feeling that your life lacks purpose; Traumatic experiences that feel like they define you. Do any of these sound familiar? Would it help to have a space to work through these issues, to let go, and to feel greater freedom in your life? If any of these issues resonate with you then we can work together to make a difference.
Online Therapists
I utilise presence and compassion developed through decades of Buddhist meditation practice.
I trust in your innate capacity to grow, into and out of all the experiences you have lived through; and I understand how the time we spend together can support you to find your way. Whether you are stuck in seemingly endless repetitive patterns, grieving your true potential, or just interested in living more fully, I can help you unearth the life that was always yours to live. I will stay curious to learn what life with fulfilment means for you, from your unique experience of our shared world.
I utilise presence and compassion developed through decades of Buddhist meditation practice.
I trust in your innate capacity to grow, into and out of all the experiences you have lived through; and I understand how the time we spend together can support you to find your way. Whether you are stuck in seemingly endless repetitive patterns, grieving your true potential, or just interested in living more fully, I can help you unearth the life that was always yours to live. I will stay curious to learn what life with fulfilment means for you, from your unique experience of our shared world.
I know it can be overwhelming to sift through all these profiles, so I’ll keep it simple. I'm a qualified therapist with 12 years of full-time experience. I'm a friendly, down-to-earth bloke with a good sense of humour, and I've gained (a bit of) the wisdom that comes with age and experience. My goal is to understand and support you, but I'll also challenge you to break free from whatever is holding you back when needed. I have a proven track record of helping people reduce distress, understand themselves better, and navigate life more effectively.
I know it can be overwhelming to sift through all these profiles, so I’ll keep it simple. I'm a qualified therapist with 12 years of full-time experience. I'm a friendly, down-to-earth bloke with a good sense of humour, and I've gained (a bit of) the wisdom that comes with age and experience. My goal is to understand and support you, but I'll also challenge you to break free from whatever is holding you back when needed. I have a proven track record of helping people reduce distress, understand themselves better, and navigate life more effectively.
I’m a fully accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and Schema therapist with a PG Cert in Compassion Focused Therapy. Our work would focus on understanding how your early life experiences have shape the patterns you are experiencing. This may show up as feelings of anxiety such as social anxiety, OCD, health anxiety or panic, feelings of low self-esteem, shame, depression, detachment or feeling overwhelmed. Rather than only managing symptoms, Schema Therapy allows us to gently explore and heal deeper wounds. I work collaboratively and at your pace, helping you understand yourself with compassion and develop lasting change.
I’m a fully accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and Schema therapist with a PG Cert in Compassion Focused Therapy. Our work would focus on understanding how your early life experiences have shape the patterns you are experiencing. This may show up as feelings of anxiety such as social anxiety, OCD, health anxiety or panic, feelings of low self-esteem, shame, depression, detachment or feeling overwhelmed. Rather than only managing symptoms, Schema Therapy allows us to gently explore and heal deeper wounds. I work collaboratively and at your pace, helping you understand yourself with compassion and develop lasting change.
With years as a Buddhist monk and an MSc in Psychology and Neuroscience of Mental Health from King's College London, I bring rigorous evidence-based practice and profound embodied understanding.
I work with anxiety, depression, trauma, relational difficulties, existential concerns, and major life transitions. My approach emphasises one-pointed presence and non-judgemental awareness—the foundations of effective therapy.
This synthesis of contemplative practice with neuroscience allows us to work at depth. I'm also a trained relationship therapist.
With years as a Buddhist monk and an MSc in Psychology and Neuroscience of Mental Health from King's College London, I bring rigorous evidence-based practice and profound embodied understanding.
I work with anxiety, depression, trauma, relational difficulties, existential concerns, and major life transitions. My approach emphasises one-pointed presence and non-judgemental awareness—the foundations of effective therapy.
This synthesis of contemplative practice with neuroscience allows us to work at depth. I'm also a trained relationship therapist.
Hello, I’m Paul Wolstenholme, a fully qualified integrative transpersonal psychotherapist. I offer soul-centred talking therapy, offering a safe and compassionate space for adult individuals to embrace their true self, spirit, purpose and potential, access inner wisdom, mindfully navigate life’s challenges, heal trauma, foster positive relationships, work towards goals and achieve healthy balance in mind, body, heart and soul.
I am trauma-informed and work in a holistic, spiritual and creative manner according to the client's needs. I work with clients at depth on an open-ended basis and I also offer short-term counselling.
Hello, I’m Paul Wolstenholme, a fully qualified integrative transpersonal psychotherapist. I offer soul-centred talking therapy, offering a safe and compassionate space for adult individuals to embrace their true self, spirit, purpose and potential, access inner wisdom, mindfully navigate life’s challenges, heal trauma, foster positive relationships, work towards goals and achieve healthy balance in mind, body, heart and soul.
I am trauma-informed and work in a holistic, spiritual and creative manner according to the client's needs. I work with clients at depth on an open-ended basis and I also offer short-term counselling.
Hi, I’m a trauma-informed Relational Integrative Psychotherapist, and I’m here to walk alongside you—wherever
you are on your journey. Whatever you’re bringing to therapy, I’ll meet you there, with compassion, curiosity,
and respect. My approach is always tailored to your unique needs and pace.
I believe that the heart of therapy is the relationship between us. Research backs this up—but more importantly,
I’ve seen it time and time again: when we feel truly seen, safe, and supported, healing becomes possible.
My style is warm, down-to-earth, and non-judgmental. I don’t believe in labels or pathologising your experience.
Hi, I’m a trauma-informed Relational Integrative Psychotherapist, and I’m here to walk alongside you—wherever
you are on your journey. Whatever you’re bringing to therapy, I’ll meet you there, with compassion, curiosity,
and respect. My approach is always tailored to your unique needs and pace.
I believe that the heart of therapy is the relationship between us. Research backs this up—but more importantly,
I’ve seen it time and time again: when we feel truly seen, safe, and supported, healing becomes possible.
My style is warm, down-to-earth, and non-judgmental. I don’t believe in labels or pathologising your experience.
Feeling SAD, CONFUSED and/or ANGRY? Feeling stuck/trapped? What's the point? Nothing changes? I know the fears of opening up emotionally or mentally. I also know now of how beneficial it is for YOU. To have time to understand your 'self' so that YOU can process and heal, change YOUR future. It's empowering. I have studied for 6 years, to Masters level. Committed to my own personal development. Losing nearly three stone in weight (an emotional eater). Unattached from drinking 5 times a week to now occasionally socially or sometimes I just drink water and ice! Smoking and a fitter body is next. YOU are important! Take control back!
Feeling SAD, CONFUSED and/or ANGRY? Feeling stuck/trapped? What's the point? Nothing changes? I know the fears of opening up emotionally or mentally. I also know now of how beneficial it is for YOU. To have time to understand your 'self' so that YOU can process and heal, change YOUR future. It's empowering. I have studied for 6 years, to Masters level. Committed to my own personal development. Losing nearly three stone in weight (an emotional eater). Unattached from drinking 5 times a week to now occasionally socially or sometimes I just drink water and ice! Smoking and a fitter body is next. YOU are important! Take control back!
Hi, welcome. I'm a humanistic therapist who can help you explore different issues such as anxiety, depression and ADHD, for example. Or you might be feeling 'stuck' and finding life/relationships difficult. Offering a safe and friendly environment, I will work collaboratively, not just to resolve difficulties but to encourage a sense of your potential. It's an opportunity just to be yourself, free of labels.
My practise is LGBTQ+ affirming.
Hi, welcome. I'm a humanistic therapist who can help you explore different issues such as anxiety, depression and ADHD, for example. Or you might be feeling 'stuck' and finding life/relationships difficult. Offering a safe and friendly environment, I will work collaboratively, not just to resolve difficulties but to encourage a sense of your potential. It's an opportunity just to be yourself, free of labels.
My practise is LGBTQ+ affirming.
I have an underpinning spiritual awareness, based on a lifelong Buddhist practice.
As an Accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor providing bespoke support through Counselling, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy, I work with adults, young people and children. My approach is pluralistic, which means my training draws from various classic approaches and uses them together in response to the uniqueness of each client and their needs collaboratively . This style of therapy enables us to work flexibly and effectively with the past, present and the future. As your therapist I offer a safe, confidential setting allowing a person to talk about their feelings, needs and goals, all whilst carefully navigating any distress.
I have an underpinning spiritual awareness, based on a lifelong Buddhist practice.
As an Accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor providing bespoke support through Counselling, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy, I work with adults, young people and children. My approach is pluralistic, which means my training draws from various classic approaches and uses them together in response to the uniqueness of each client and their needs collaboratively . This style of therapy enables us to work flexibly and effectively with the past, present and the future. As your therapist I offer a safe, confidential setting allowing a person to talk about their feelings, needs and goals, all whilst carefully navigating any distress.
My therapeutic practice is also informed and supported by my ongoing interest in Buddhist philosophy and Insight Meditation.
I have 25 years of therapeutic experience. I work Online with Adults and Couples based in the UK. I specialise in working with autistic & neurodivergent people. I provide an accessible & compassionate service enabling people to learn about themselves and to address what is difficult in their lives. If we have been insufficiently understood and accepted we develop ways of being and doing that do not support our well being. With an understanding, trusted therapist we can begin to make sense of who we are, how we are and what has happened to us in our lives. We can be truer to ourselves and live with more confidence, ease and freedom.
My therapeutic practice is also informed and supported by my ongoing interest in Buddhist philosophy and Insight Meditation.
I have 25 years of therapeutic experience. I work Online with Adults and Couples based in the UK. I specialise in working with autistic & neurodivergent people. I provide an accessible & compassionate service enabling people to learn about themselves and to address what is difficult in their lives. If we have been insufficiently understood and accepted we develop ways of being and doing that do not support our well being. With an understanding, trusted therapist we can begin to make sense of who we are, how we are and what has happened to us in our lives. We can be truer to ourselves and live with more confidence, ease and freedom.
I specialise in working with adults who are navigating big life transitions, often as a result of trauma. I work with grief, loss, sexual trauma, break-ups and burnout, and the big questions these experiences bring: Who am I now? What really matters? How can I live with more authenticity?
You might be stuck in familiar relationship patterns, swinging between craving closeness and connection and then finding yourself overwhelmed and wanting to withdraw. You may struggle to set boundaries and ask for what you need, never feeling good enough or constantly comparing yourself to others.
I specialise in working with adults who are navigating big life transitions, often as a result of trauma. I work with grief, loss, sexual trauma, break-ups and burnout, and the big questions these experiences bring: Who am I now? What really matters? How can I live with more authenticity?
You might be stuck in familiar relationship patterns, swinging between craving closeness and connection and then finding yourself overwhelmed and wanting to withdraw. You may struggle to set boundaries and ask for what you need, never feeling good enough or constantly comparing yourself to others.
Hello and welcome to my page. You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, trauma or relationship difficulties that feel hard to manage alone. You might be feeling overwhelmed, burnt out or emotionally stuck, or unsure why things feel as difficult as they do. Often, people come wanting to understand themselves better, make sense of their experiences, and find a way to live with greater clarity, emotional capacity and choice.
Hello and welcome to my page. You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, trauma or relationship difficulties that feel hard to manage alone. You might be feeling overwhelmed, burnt out or emotionally stuck, or unsure why things feel as difficult as they do. Often, people come wanting to understand themselves better, make sense of their experiences, and find a way to live with greater clarity, emotional capacity and choice.
Needing help with anxiety, stress, depression, burnout, trauma, relationship difficulties, life changes, finding purpose or balancing family and work commitments? With empathy and understanding, I know how to listen to find out what’s really going on. I can help with relationships, complex trauma (CPTSD), men’s wellbeing and living with childhood impacts such as abuse, bullying, care leavers and emotional neglect. And after a successful corporate career and self-employed business, I can also help with work, employment and the stresses and problems created by them. I've been there.
Needing help with anxiety, stress, depression, burnout, trauma, relationship difficulties, life changes, finding purpose or balancing family and work commitments? With empathy and understanding, I know how to listen to find out what’s really going on. I can help with relationships, complex trauma (CPTSD), men’s wellbeing and living with childhood impacts such as abuse, bullying, care leavers and emotional neglect. And after a successful corporate career and self-employed business, I can also help with work, employment and the stresses and problems created by them. I've been there.
Hi, I'm a queer, non-binary, Integrative Psychotherapist specialising in Gender, Sexual and Relationship Diversity with 14 years as a therapist in private practice.
I work with clients from across the whole of the UK online. I also see clients in person at my office in Wakefield and outdoors in a beautiful nature reserve near York.
Hi, I'm a queer, non-binary, Integrative Psychotherapist specialising in Gender, Sexual and Relationship Diversity with 14 years as a therapist in private practice.
I work with clients from across the whole of the UK online. I also see clients in person at my office in Wakefield and outdoors in a beautiful nature reserve near York.
Do you spend most of your time feeling anxious, misunderstood or alone?
I’m Sam Parker, a BACP-registered counsellor based in Didsbury, Manchester. I became a counsellor because I genuinely care about people knowing they’re not alone.
I specialise in person-centred counselling for adults and young people, I offer a counselling approach that is non-judgmental, and centred around you. My priority is to create a compassionate, and safe space where you can explore whatever is on your mind. My clients come with a range of issues such as grief, loss, life changing or limiting illness addiction and neurodiversity related issues.
Do you spend most of your time feeling anxious, misunderstood or alone?
I’m Sam Parker, a BACP-registered counsellor based in Didsbury, Manchester. I became a counsellor because I genuinely care about people knowing they’re not alone.
I specialise in person-centred counselling for adults and young people, I offer a counselling approach that is non-judgmental, and centred around you. My priority is to create a compassionate, and safe space where you can explore whatever is on your mind. My clients come with a range of issues such as grief, loss, life changing or limiting illness addiction and neurodiversity related issues.
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Buddhist Counsellors
Is buddhism beneficial for mental health?
While Buddhism itself is not a treatment for mental health conditions, its practices can greatly enhance mental well-being by introducing coping skills and ideas that promote overall wellness. Key Buddhist practices, such as mindfulness, have been shown to alleviate symptoms of various mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma. Moreover, Buddhism's focus on self-compassion, non-judgment, and acceptance can benefit individuals with particularly negative or self-critical thought patterns.
What are the concepts and principles of buddhism as a therapeutic approach?
Core Buddhist principles are often used in therapy to help clients gain insight into their thoughts and emotions. Concepts such as suffering (dukkha) and impermanence (anicca) are applied to help clients recognise that common forms of suffering, like repetitive negative thought patterns, can be accepted and viewed as impermanent. The Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path are additional core concepts utilised frequently in Buddhist therapy sessions. The Four Noble Truths highlight the existence of suffering as an inherent part of the human experience—an insight frequently used to move clients toward greater acceptance. The Eightfold Path, which includes right understanding, right thought, right speech, right action, right livelihood, right effort, right concentration, and right mindfulness, offers practical skills to alleviate suffering.
What is the buddhist approach and practice during a therapy session?
Therapists informed by Buddhist principles often integrate mindfulness and meditation practices into therapy sessions to help clients cultivate greater acceptance, compassion, and non-judgment toward themselves and others. Typically, Buddhist therapists guide clients through mindfulness exercises, such as breathing exercises or body scans, and encourage them to practice similar exercises outside of sessions. Additionally, many Buddhist therapists utilise elements of Positive Psychology or Compassion-Focused Therapy, which can help reduce symptoms of self-criticism and shame common among clients with various mental health conditions. In general, Buddhist therapists strive to embody the compassion and non-judgmental approach they promote, often incorporating exercises aimed at developing compassion in session, such as loving-kindness meditation (Metta).
Is mindfulness the same as buddhism in the context of therapy?
While Buddhist therapists frequently integrate mindfulness practices into therapy sessions, the terms mindfulness and Buddhism are not synonymous in the context of therapy. Therapists may use mindfulness techniques, such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), without identifying as a Buddhist therapist. In contrast, those practicing within a Buddhist belief framework typically encourage mindfulness therapies, in addition to foundational Buddhist beliefs, such as the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. These therapists may also guide clients toward a deeper understanding of Buddhist philosophy, unlike those who use Buddhist mindfulness principles without the broader spiritual context.