Transgender Counselling in Lancaster

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Anthony Hemmings
Counsellor, MBACP
Whatever your concerns might be, I offer you a safe space to express yourself, without fear of being judged. My practice reflects my belief that you are the expert in your own life. By talking together we can explore what is troubling you and find ways to address, come to terms with, or perhaps even resolve your difficulties. My sessions are non-directive which means you decide what happens during sessions;  together we will explore your thoughts and feelings at a pace that feels right for you.
Whatever your concerns might be, I offer you a safe space to express yourself, without fear of being judged. My practice reflects my belief that you are the expert in your own life. By talking together we can explore what is troubling you and find ways to address, come to terms with, or perhaps even resolve your difficulties. My sessions are non-directive which means you decide what happens during sessions;  together we will explore your thoughts and feelings at a pace that feels right for you.
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Tracey Louise Ward
Psychotherapist, MRes, MBABCP
Online Only
My name is Tracey and I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. My work in mental health began in 2003 when I volunteered for a helpline for children. Since then I have either been in education or working in mental health. I specialize in working with adults with mental health problems. I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) both CBT and EMDR are evidence based psychological approaches to treat a wide range of emotional, behavioural and psychological difficulties including anxiety, depression, complex trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), adjustment difficulties
My name is Tracey and I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. My work in mental health began in 2003 when I volunteered for a helpline for children. Since then I have either been in education or working in mental health. I specialize in working with adults with mental health problems. I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) both CBT and EMDR are evidence based psychological approaches to treat a wide range of emotional, behavioural and psychological difficulties including anxiety, depression, complex trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), adjustment difficulties
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Tanya Weston: Cognitive Behaviour Therapist & EMDR
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
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John Warrington
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
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.
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Graham Westwell Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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Thom Fairclough
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Online Only
I am a Gestalt Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor & trainer. I offer online psychotherapy and supervision. Initially we have a consultation which is free, and we then reflect and decide whether we are a good match for working together. Please see my website for client testimonials and for more information. Thanks. 07892724023
I am a Gestalt Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor & trainer. I offer online psychotherapy and supervision. Initially we have a consultation which is free, and we then reflect and decide whether we are a good match for working together. Please see my website for client testimonials and for more information. Thanks. 07892724023
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Jim Maxwell
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Feeling stuck happens to us all, but finding the right support makes all the difference. I am Jim, an NCPS Accredited Therapist in the Blackpool area. Using a Person-Centred approach, I integrate CBT, REBT, and tailored modalities to help you move forward. I support clients with anxiety, depression, anger, stress, neurodivergent challenges, trauma, emotional dysregulation, self-worth, and relationship problems. Therapy with me is simple, practical, and entirely focused on helping you overcome these challenges. If you are ready to break free from old patterns and regain control of your life, let's get you moving forward together.
Feeling stuck happens to us all, but finding the right support makes all the difference. I am Jim, an NCPS Accredited Therapist in the Blackpool area. Using a Person-Centred approach, I integrate CBT, REBT, and tailored modalities to help you move forward. I support clients with anxiety, depression, anger, stress, neurodivergent challenges, trauma, emotional dysregulation, self-worth, and relationship problems. Therapy with me is simple, practical, and entirely focused on helping you overcome these challenges. If you are ready to break free from old patterns and regain control of your life, let's get you moving forward together.
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I'm a HCPC registered Consultant Psychologist with doctoral level professional training & a Chartered & Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society. Your therapy will always be progressed at your own pace, with assurance that I have 28 years' experience of working sensitively, confidentially and collaboratively with my clients. After initial formulation, I'll use any suitable, evidence-based approaches you prefer to help you learn new coping strategies, process important issues & emotions and work towards achieving your personal goals/recovery. Therapy can be remote or, where available & suitable, face-to-face in Cumbria
I'm a HCPC registered Consultant Psychologist with doctoral level professional training & a Chartered & Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society. Your therapy will always be progressed at your own pace, with assurance that I have 28 years' experience of working sensitively, confidentially and collaboratively with my clients. After initial formulation, I'll use any suitable, evidence-based approaches you prefer to help you learn new coping strategies, process important issues & emotions and work towards achieving your personal goals/recovery. Therapy can be remote or, where available & suitable, face-to-face in Cumbria
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Daniel Tyson
Counsellor, MBACP
Perhaps there are other parts of who you are that you feel aren’t accepted or understood by others such as your responses to a traumatic event, or your gender identity, sexuality, race, religion, neurodivergence or disability (mental or physical).
Do you ever feel frustrated about being misunderstood by others? Do you sometimes feel different, like you don’t quite fit in, no matter how hard you try? Do you wonder if you’ve been treated differently or unfairly in comparison to others, perhaps in the workplace, education/training or in social groups? Do you ever feel powerless in the face of the world or the challenges that you face? Do you sometimes resent a part of yourself? Have you learned to keep parts of yourself hidden to avoid criticism, rejection, or being singled out? Do you ever feel lonely, even when you’re around other people?
Perhaps there are other parts of who you are that you feel aren’t accepted or understood by others such as your responses to a traumatic event, or your gender identity, sexuality, race, religion, neurodivergence or disability (mental or physical).
Do you ever feel frustrated about being misunderstood by others? Do you sometimes feel different, like you don’t quite fit in, no matter how hard you try? Do you wonder if you’ve been treated differently or unfairly in comparison to others, perhaps in the workplace, education/training or in social groups? Do you ever feel powerless in the face of the world or the challenges that you face? Do you sometimes resent a part of yourself? Have you learned to keep parts of yourself hidden to avoid criticism, rejection, or being singled out? Do you ever feel lonely, even when you’re around other people?
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David Kinvig
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
I work with opposite sex, same sex and transgender couples, covering sexual and sexuality difficulties, identity issues including Intersex struggles, children, parenting, second and extended families, affairs, anger, domestic violence, communication difficulties, impact of life-stage transitions, separation and divorce as well as illness and bereavement/loss
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 work with opposite sex, same sex and transgender couples, covering sexual and sexuality difficulties, identity issues including Intersex struggles, children, parenting, second and extended families, affairs, anger, domestic violence, communication difficulties, impact of life-stage transitions, separation and divorce as well as illness and bereavement/loss
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.
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Yasmin Dewan
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MBACP
With my brother diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia nearly 30 years ago, I have personal experience of the family sacrifices and struggles related to the pain and stigma of mental illness. Having since, committing my life to the improvement of people’s emotional fitness and mental resilience, with support from organisations such as SANE and MIND, my own journey has allowed me to discover the true benefits of therapy first-hand. Personal therapy is proving invaluable for people to manage certain difficult or crisis situations in their lives and so transform their problems into major opportunities for personal growth.
With my brother diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia nearly 30 years ago, I have personal experience of the family sacrifices and struggles related to the pain and stigma of mental illness. Having since, committing my life to the improvement of people’s emotional fitness and mental resilience, with support from organisations such as SANE and MIND, my own journey has allowed me to discover the true benefits of therapy first-hand. Personal therapy is proving invaluable for people to manage certain difficult or crisis situations in their lives and so transform their problems into major opportunities for personal growth.
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Alison Goldie
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I studied at Northern Guild in Transactional Analysis. I am a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. I offer long and short term therapy to help you reach your goals. I work with adults aged 18 and over, offering both short and long term work to achieve your therapeutic goals, from my home in the Eden Valley. I work with individuals and couples. I have completed a second specialist diploma training as a Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist. Facebook: Cumbria Counselling - Alison Goldie
I studied at Northern Guild in Transactional Analysis. I am a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. I offer long and short term therapy to help you reach your goals. I work with adults aged 18 and over, offering both short and long term work to achieve your therapeutic goals, from my home in the Eden Valley. I work with individuals and couples. I have completed a second specialist diploma training as a Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist. Facebook: Cumbria Counselling - Alison Goldie
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Isobel Hall
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Isobel - a warm, direct and down-to-earth therapist offering a space where you can feel truly heard. I work with both individuals and couples, supporting people through a wide range of challenges — including anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, trauma, and self-defeating patterns. I'm also experienced working with neurodivergent clients, including those with ADHD, autism, or traits. Whether you’re exploring a recent diagnosis, struggling with masking, burnout, or executive functioning, therapy can help you make sense of your experience and develop more self-compassion and clarity.
Hi, I’m Isobel - a warm, direct and down-to-earth therapist offering a space where you can feel truly heard. I work with both individuals and couples, supporting people through a wide range of challenges — including anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, trauma, and self-defeating patterns. I'm also experienced working with neurodivergent clients, including those with ADHD, autism, or traits. Whether you’re exploring a recent diagnosis, struggling with masking, burnout, or executive functioning, therapy can help you make sense of your experience and develop more self-compassion and clarity.
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Clare Madeline Yilmaz
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, PNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Whatever has brought you here, you deserve support and understanding. I offer a calm, compassionate space where you can feel heard, valued and safe to be yourself. I specialise in working with the lasting impact of childhood developmental trauma and attachment and relationship difficulties. Together, we can gently explore your experiences, deepen self-understanding and move towards healing and connection. I bring a depth of experience and care, and offer a free initial phone or video consultation.
Whatever has brought you here, you deserve support and understanding. I offer a calm, compassionate space where you can feel heard, valued and safe to be yourself. I specialise in working with the lasting impact of childhood developmental trauma and attachment and relationship difficulties. Together, we can gently explore your experiences, deepen self-understanding and move towards healing and connection. I bring a depth of experience and care, and offer a free initial phone or video consultation.
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Laura Reside-Robb
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Beginning therapy can feel like a daunting step, but it can also be the first step toward real change. You may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, or difficulties with self-esteem. You may be living with the impact of trauma, navigating issues around identity, or struggling with a painful relationship with food and body image. Whatever brings you here, therapy offers a confidential and supportive space to explore what’s happening for you and to discover new ways forward.
Beginning therapy can feel like a daunting step, but it can also be the first step toward real change. You may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, or difficulties with self-esteem. You may be living with the impact of trauma, navigating issues around identity, or struggling with a painful relationship with food and body image. Whatever brings you here, therapy offers a confidential and supportive space to explore what’s happening for you and to discover new ways forward.
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Caro Lee
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Penrith CA11
Some are addressing life-long questions and hurt; others focus on issues of identity (which might be working out who they are and how they want to be in the world, sexual orientation, or gender identity).
Whether you’re dealing with anger, anxiety, bereavement, depression, estrangement, family issues, identity, loneliness, menopause, mortality, powerlessness, relationships, or simply want to talk things through, I offer a confidential, non-judgmental space to explore what you’re feeling, and how you can manage it. We’re all different and we all need to find our own way. I can help you do that. The world throws a lot at us, and expects a lot of us. And, very often, we expect a lot of ourselves too. For many of us, it can help to talk through what we’re dealing with, to help us understand what’s going on and find a way forward.
Some are addressing life-long questions and hurt; others focus on issues of identity (which might be working out who they are and how they want to be in the world, sexual orientation, or gender identity).
Whether you’re dealing with anger, anxiety, bereavement, depression, estrangement, family issues, identity, loneliness, menopause, mortality, powerlessness, relationships, or simply want to talk things through, I offer a confidential, non-judgmental space to explore what you’re feeling, and how you can manage it. We’re all different and we all need to find our own way. I can help you do that. The world throws a lot at us, and expects a lot of us. And, very often, we expect a lot of ourselves too. For many of us, it can help to talk through what we’re dealing with, to help us understand what’s going on and find a way forward.
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My Psychological Wellness
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Many of the people who come to therapy are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that are difficult to shift alone. Some are navigating the impact of past experiences, while others are struggling in relationships, managing stress, or facing significant life changes. Often, they are thoughtful people who have been coping for a long time but are ready to understand themselves more deeply. In therapy, we take time to make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface, helping clients gain insight, develop healthier ways of responding to challenges, & move towards a life that feels more balanced and manageable.
Many of the people who come to therapy are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that are difficult to shift alone. Some are navigating the impact of past experiences, while others are struggling in relationships, managing stress, or facing significant life changes. Often, they are thoughtful people who have been coping for a long time but are ready to understand themselves more deeply. In therapy, we take time to make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface, helping clients gain insight, develop healthier ways of responding to challenges, & move towards a life that feels more balanced and manageable.
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Lakes Trauma Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Maureen Seddon is an accredited and experienced EMDR Therapist with over 40 years of experience working with people in both the NHS and the private sector. Maureen originally qualified as a general nurse in Liverpool in 1982, training in mental health in 1984. Maureen trained in EMDR as she felt other therapies did not address the original causation of symptoms/triggers without causing further distress. Maureen targets the origin of the trauma in a holistic way.
Maureen Seddon is an accredited and experienced EMDR Therapist with over 40 years of experience working with people in both the NHS and the private sector. Maureen originally qualified as a general nurse in Liverpool in 1982, training in mental health in 1984. Maureen trained in EMDR as she felt other therapies did not address the original causation of symptoms/triggers without causing further distress. Maureen targets the origin of the trauma in a holistic way.
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Jude Beveridge
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you Transgender or LGBTQ+ or concerned about someone?
I offer short-term & long term counselling with issues around anxiety, family relationships, those who are struggling with work, college, university, and life in general. I offer a warm, confidential space to allow you to find your answers and can use goal setting if required. I work with non-monogomy and am kink aware.
Are you Transgender or LGBTQ+ or concerned about someone?
I offer short-term & long term counselling with issues around anxiety, family relationships, those who are struggling with work, college, university, and life in general. I offer a warm, confidential space to allow you to find your answers and can use goal setting if required. I work with non-monogomy and am kink aware.
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Agnieszka Carruthers
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello, it is good to have you here. Taking the first step to reach out for support can be daunting. I am a qualified counsellor and I am here to provide you with a safe space where you can express your true self. I believe that a good therapeutic relationship can foster lasting change. Together, we will explore the issues that led you to seek support. I will walk alongside you on your journey, ask questions, and, where appropriate, gently challenge your thinking. In my practice, alongside talking therapy, I use various creative methods like metaphors, images, drawing, and raising awareness of your body responses.
Hello, it is good to have you here. Taking the first step to reach out for support can be daunting. I am a qualified counsellor and I am here to provide you with a safe space where you can express your true self. I believe that a good therapeutic relationship can foster lasting change. Together, we will explore the issues that led you to seek support. I will walk alongside you on your journey, ask questions, and, where appropriate, gently challenge your thinking. In my practice, alongside talking therapy, I use various creative methods like metaphors, images, drawing, and raising awareness of your body responses.
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Transgender Counsellors
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.

What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.

How can I recognise a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognise a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.

How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.