Counselling in Leeds

Toni Denton
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
Sometimes we find ourselves stuck and unsure of how to move forward. This could be due to a big life change, loss, relationship issues, parenting issues, anxiety, depression or making an important decision (to name a few). Maybe you don’t know why you feel stuck or unhappy and feel that you shouldn’t be! You’ve taken the first step by reaching out for help. I realise that counselling can feel daunting and overwhelming. I can offer you a safe, confidential space to explore any obstacle that you are struggling with, without judgement. Sometimes we need someone to just listen.

Dominique Pitman
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with everyday life at the moment, or are you not feeling yourself? Do you have lots of thoughts going round your head and you don’t know what to do about them? Taking some time out to talk to an experienced therapist can really help. Together we can explore your feelings and worries, better understand where they come from and also figure out what changes you could make to help you feel happier. I aim to listen and be truly alongside you throughout the sessions as you talk about anything that you want to bring – be it experiences from the past, things that are happening now, or concerns for the future.

Nancy Woliter
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hello, do you want to overcome a problem and need to talk about it, are you struggling to cope with life events, such as loss or bereavement or have feelings of depression, low-self esteem, stress or anxiety? Are you finding family relationships difficult or going through divorce and separation? I’m an experienced counsellor who is passionate about helping you discover new ways of overcoming your challenges and experience life differently in a safe and confidential environment.
Waitlist for new clients

Dr Raj Kaur Dhanjal
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Undertaking psychotherapy is a big step and it is important that you find the right professional and approach. I have always felt that people should have choice when it comes to embarking on something that is deeply personal. I am passionate about delivering psychological interventions that are collaborative and tailored to a individual person. There are many different types of evidence based psychological interventions, some that focus more on the past e.g your early upbringing and some that focus less on this and more on the present day
Not accepting new clients

Elaine McMullan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with a broad range of experience in offering psychological interventions to adults with complex mental health difficulties in both NHS and private practice settings. I have a particular interest in trauma/ adverse experiences, its different manifestations, and impact on ways of coping and surviving in the world. Building a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship is at the centre of this work so that we can collaboratively work together on achieving your goals.
Leeds LS8
Not accepting new clients

Dr Caroline Dunsmuir-White
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I'm a clinical psychologist offering compassionate and non-judgmental therapy for individuals experiencing a variety of difficulties. Life can be hard and we all experience difficult times when we would benefit from support and additional ways of managing. I provide an individual approach to ensure the therapy best meets your needs. I will help you to make sense of your difficulties and learn new ways of coping to help you to move forward. Please contact me at carolinedunsmuirwhite@protonmail.com
Leeds LS15
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BEE Counselling and Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified
Verified
Hello and welcome to my profile. I'm Tayba and I am trained as an integrative counsellor, but also work primarily from a trauma-informed and relational perspective. I tend to employ several other approaches based on what your need is and what is right for you, such as an embodied approach. I work with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, faith and cultural conflict, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, divorce, self-harm and bullying. The list is not exhaustive but should give you an idea of the range of issues I am able to help and support you with.

Tim McDonnell
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling overwhelmed, alone, anxious or low? Life doesn't need to be this way. Do you need someone who will be able to understand your struggles and listen to what you need? I'm a fully qualified Counsellor and member of the BACP and abide by their code of ethics. I had a varied career before becoming a Counsellor, working in financial services in The City, other office jobs, factory and warehouse work and have experienced redundancy. I believe this broad range of experience helps me relate to people from every walk of life and understand the pressures we often find ourselves under.

SR Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
My name is Sam, I am a Person-Centred Counsellor and a registered member of the BACP. I understand how difficult the decision to seek counselling can be through my own experience. You may feel unsure whether it's the right move for your child and how long they can continue to cope on their own. So many questions you may have, you may feel you and your child are a burden to family and friends and don't know who to turn to. Worried about returning to school/college or starting a new one, impacts of Covid, social isolation, family issues and relationships causing anxieties and stress which may affect day to day life, I can help.

Nicola Jones
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am a BACP accredited, registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. I am a humanistic, integrative practitioner. This means my relationship with you is my priority in our work. I use different techniques to focus on you and your needs. Enabling you to reach your therapeutic goals. I work to the BACP ethics and guidelines and offer you a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space. The space and time are yours to explore and reflect on what you chose.

Ewelina Siemieniuk
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to choose a therapist? Maybe you are experiencing grief that is all consuming? At times it can be scary to feel so intensely so you need someone that can help you make sense and navigate your feelings and emotions? Or perhaps you are going through changes and transformation which leaves you feeling alone and lost in this new way of being? Looking for someone who can be a witness to who you are becoming? Are you the someone that struggles in relationships and always attracts the same kind of person? Do you need therapist that will show you how to build fulfilling relationship and end those patterns?
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Sara Korn
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Life can be difficult sometimes, you may feel stuck, you may be feeling depressed, sad, anxious, fearful, angry and confused or you might not even not know how you are feeling. This is where I can help. We will work together to help you understand your feelings and relationships, and empower you to make meaningful changes in your life. I have supported adults from a wide variety of backgrounds and issues, including: low self-esteem, anxiety, stress, depression, relationship & family issues, bereavement, loss, work or health-related problems and domestic violence.

harmony
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
You are the expert on yourself and your life, Making the first step is often the hardest, when emotions become too overwhelming for you to cope with alone and you feel you are unable to share them with people who you are closest to you.This where I can help and this is what i can offer you. I am qualified Counsellor and registered member of British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Everyone has their struggles from time to time, and what took me down the path of becoming a counsellor was my desire to help those in need, overcome their own personal obstacles. I can offer you a safe confidential non-judgemental

Chris Powell
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
In my experience the most effective ways to deal with emotional and psychological difficulties problems are to address the underlying causes. This often involves understanding how you got to where you are now, including the impact others have had on you. Finding ways of improving your relationships is also often central to being able to make changes and feeling more able to deal with the challenges you face.

Simon Kennedy
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I offer private clinics in Leeds, and provide highly specialist psychological therapy to address a wide range of difficulties including (but not limited to): • Anxiety • Depression • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) • Phobias • Panic Attacks • Low self-esteem • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) • Interpersonal and relationship difficulties • Difficulty regulating emotions • Personality disorder • Hearing voices / psychosis

Juna Brookes
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Hi, my name is Juna Brookes, I am a BACP accredited counsellor and qualified EMDR Therapist in Horsforth, Leeds. I always put my heart and soul into my work, support people, and love to see the positive changes we can make together. I specialize in Trauma/PTSD and anxiety treatments. I help my clients to let go and be free of the traumatic incidents in their past. I also offer Anger ManageMy country of origin is Azerbaijan and I counsel both in English and Russian languages.

Victoria Gilder
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Hello, I'm Victoria. Making that first step towards getting support can be daunting- it can be difficult to know what you need. The most important factor is finding a therapist who you can build a trusting and safe relationship with and that will be an important part of our work together. I'm an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience. I offer a safe and confidential service to adults experiencing a wide variety of mental health difficulties. I'm interested in understanding the ways your experiences in life have influenced how you've learned to navigate your relationships and the world.

Fenix CBT Psychotherapy, Autism specialist
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
My name is Eve Ahmed I am an owner and Lead Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (BABCP accredited) at Fenix CBT LTD. I utilise my skills and extensive experience to help my clients reach their personal targets and clinical recovery. I am very passionate about the work I do and I love helping people reach their goals. I have eight years of experience working in mental health in public and charity sector with adults and children. I completed BSc undergraduate degree in Psychology, Postgraduate Diploma in CBT and Level 3 Diploma in DBT and I also have (amongst many others) EMDR, ACT and Compassionate Mind training.

Hayley Lyon
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 12 years of experience working in both the NHS and private sector. I offer psychological interventions for people with complex mental health difficulties, drawing from a range of therapeutic theories and models, in particular Compassion-Focused Therapy, EMDR, and attachment theory. Developing trust and safety within our therapeutic relationship is at the core of my work and from there we will work together towards your goals for therapy. I understand it can feel daunting to come to therapy and aim to support my clients to feel as comfortable as possible.

Tracey Cohen
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I Work with a number of issues. Relationships Anxiety Mental Health Depression Addiction Grief. I have over 20 years experience, I teach counselling and keep up to date with my work. I offer excellent Addiction therapy offering extensive experience and knowledge about alcoholism and drug addiction. I work in a confidential manner giving my clients the support needed to get results. I offer couple counselling or individual counsellig. I integrate my therapies using a variety of methods. Person centered Psychodynamic Cognitive Behaviour i use what model is best for the clients issues. Call, text or email me for an appointment.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online or over the phone can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counsellors are all licensed mental health professionals. In many countries, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counsellor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counsellors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counsellor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counselling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.