Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Counselling in Leeds
A very warm welcome, my name is Patricia. I am glad you have found your way to my profile. Whatever has brought you here, I really see the courage it takes to reach out. You might be feeling overwhelmed or stuck and don’t know how to move forward. You may be finding it difficult to put words to your current feelings or make any sense of what you are experiencing and this can be both frightening and isolating. Maybe you feel lost in a fast-changing world that does not match your values, or stuck in recurring patterns that are no longer serving you.
A very warm welcome, my name is Patricia. I am glad you have found your way to my profile. Whatever has brought you here, I really see the courage it takes to reach out. You might be feeling overwhelmed or stuck and don’t know how to move forward. You may be finding it difficult to put words to your current feelings or make any sense of what you are experiencing and this can be both frightening and isolating. Maybe you feel lost in a fast-changing world that does not match your values, or stuck in recurring patterns that are no longer serving you.
My name is James (Jim) Hoskinson. I am a Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Consultant Clinical Psychologist, having qualified in 2011. My broad clinical experience enables me to work effectively with adults, young people, and children. In doing so, my diverse mix of additional post-qualification training allows me to work with clients on a wide range of psychological matters. I can help you to move on from the past, so that you can regain meaningful focus on the present whilst you build for a purposeful and fulfilling future. For further information, please visit my website: (www.mindsmatterpsychology.com).
My name is James (Jim) Hoskinson. I am a Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Consultant Clinical Psychologist, having qualified in 2011. My broad clinical experience enables me to work effectively with adults, young people, and children. In doing so, my diverse mix of additional post-qualification training allows me to work with clients on a wide range of psychological matters. I can help you to move on from the past, so that you can regain meaningful focus on the present whilst you build for a purposeful and fulfilling future. For further information, please visit my website: (www.mindsmatterpsychology.com).
Hi, I’m Jamie - thank you for visiting my profile. I am a clinical psychologist who aims to foster a compassionate space in order for you to explore the difficulties you are facing. If you are struggling with mood, anxiety, or other concerns that are impacting on your life, please get in touch to see how I can help. I hold a special interest in eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image difficulties.
I work with adults with a focus on a variety of issues including eating disorders, anxiety, depression and mood difficulties, and traumatic experiences. Collaboratively working toward your personal therapy goals.
Hi, I’m Jamie - thank you for visiting my profile. I am a clinical psychologist who aims to foster a compassionate space in order for you to explore the difficulties you are facing. If you are struggling with mood, anxiety, or other concerns that are impacting on your life, please get in touch to see how I can help. I hold a special interest in eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image difficulties.
I work with adults with a focus on a variety of issues including eating disorders, anxiety, depression and mood difficulties, and traumatic experiences. Collaboratively working toward your personal therapy goals.
I also use other therapy methods such as Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I understand that life’s challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming, triggering distressing emotions, thoughts, or behaviours that seem disconnected from your goals. My focus is on working together with you to better understand your experiences and create meaningful ways to reduce any distress you may be feeling. I strive to provide a compassionate, safe, and non-judgmental space where you feel fully supported.
I also use other therapy methods such as Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I understand that life’s challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming, triggering distressing emotions, thoughts, or behaviours that seem disconnected from your goals. My focus is on working together with you to better understand your experiences and create meaningful ways to reduce any distress you may be feeling. I strive to provide a compassionate, safe, and non-judgmental space where you feel fully supported.
Welcome to the home of The Oak Tree Practice! We are a small team of Psychologists based in Leeds and London, offering both in person and online sessions to children, adults, couples and families.
We are primarily made up of Clinical and Counselling Psychologists, all of which have completed Doctoral level training (or equivalent if from abroad).
We pride ourselves on the family feel of our clinic and offering a warm and welcoming service to anyone who contacts us.
When you get in touch, we will ask you to complete a short form and then try and connect you with the psychologist we feel is best suited to your needs.
Welcome to the home of The Oak Tree Practice! We are a small team of Psychologists based in Leeds and London, offering both in person and online sessions to children, adults, couples and families.
We are primarily made up of Clinical and Counselling Psychologists, all of which have completed Doctoral level training (or equivalent if from abroad).
We pride ourselves on the family feel of our clinic and offering a warm and welcoming service to anyone who contacts us.
When you get in touch, we will ask you to complete a short form and then try and connect you with the psychologist we feel is best suited to your needs.
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.
At Fenix CBT we specialise in CBT/ DBT therapy specifically adapted to Autistic/ADHD adults, children and young people, OCD (ERP) and PTSD. We can also help if you are struggling with other forms of anxiety or depression. In addition to myself, we also have a team of experienced associate therapists with immediate availability for online and face- sessions.
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.
At Fenix CBT we specialise in CBT/ DBT therapy specifically adapted to Autistic/ADHD adults, children and young people, OCD (ERP) and PTSD. We can also help if you are struggling with other forms of anxiety or depression. In addition to myself, we also have a team of experienced associate therapists with immediate availability for online and face- sessions.
Hi, my name is Sally. I am a qualified therapeutic counsellor with a BSc (Hons) degree in therapeutic counselling, gained from Leeds Beckett's University. I am an integrative counsellor, which means I incorporate different types of therapies in a person-centered way. Thus, I can offer you support that is especially catered for your needs. I am able to offer an environment that is empathic, cathartic and caring by creating a non-judgmental safe space for you to share how you are feeling.
Hi, my name is Sally. I am a qualified therapeutic counsellor with a BSc (Hons) degree in therapeutic counselling, gained from Leeds Beckett's University. I am an integrative counsellor, which means I incorporate different types of therapies in a person-centered way. Thus, I can offer you support that is especially catered for your needs. I am able to offer an environment that is empathic, cathartic and caring by creating a non-judgmental safe space for you to share how you are feeling.
I use evidence-based approaches including EMDR (I am an accredited EMDR Consultant), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Compassion Focused Therapy.
I’m Rachael, Counselling Psychologist & EMDR Consultant. I've 15 years post-qualification experience helping adults improve their mental wellbeing, work through emotional difficulties and become more confident in who they are and in doing what they love.
I have worked extensively with people recovering from trauma, including complex trauma and dissociation, challenging life experiences and relationship difficulties. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each person at their own pace.
I use evidence-based approaches including EMDR (I am an accredited EMDR Consultant), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Compassion Focused Therapy.
I’m Rachael, Counselling Psychologist & EMDR Consultant. I've 15 years post-qualification experience helping adults improve their mental wellbeing, work through emotional difficulties and become more confident in who they are and in doing what they love.
I have worked extensively with people recovering from trauma, including complex trauma and dissociation, challenging life experiences and relationship difficulties. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each person at their own pace.
I help those who seek clarity about their situation, through discussion of the challenges. Viewing issues from multiple perspectives, including evidence based models helps you to get things more in perspective, more malleable, and more manageable. I see to your needs & provide resources as you transition, while we face issues together, & grow your capacity to journey beyond me. This may involve an exploration of the past, or practical focus on here & now strategies & approaches, which influence the map of your life journey you are carving.
I help those who seek clarity about their situation, through discussion of the challenges. Viewing issues from multiple perspectives, including evidence based models helps you to get things more in perspective, more malleable, and more manageable. I see to your needs & provide resources as you transition, while we face issues together, & grow your capacity to journey beyond me. This may involve an exploration of the past, or practical focus on here & now strategies & approaches, which influence the map of your life journey you are carving.
I am a HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist currently working in the NHS and private sector. I have a range of experience in offering expert psychological assessment and therapy to adults and children with mental health difficulties.
I am a HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist currently working in the NHS and private sector. I have a range of experience in offering expert psychological assessment and therapy to adults and children with mental health difficulties.
I provide compassionate support to individuals and couples navigating life and relationship challenges, including those affected by ADHD. My goal is to help you build self-confidence, enhance self-esteem, and manage relationships impacted by change. If you're feeling lost, anxious, lonely, or overwhelmed, struggling to cope with the present, or experiencing heightened anxiety and uncertainty about the future, we can work together to bring clarity, strengthen resilience, and unlock your inner confidence. Through personalised strategies, we’ll develop practical coping skills to effectively manage your emotions and behaviours.
I provide compassionate support to individuals and couples navigating life and relationship challenges, including those affected by ADHD. My goal is to help you build self-confidence, enhance self-esteem, and manage relationships impacted by change. If you're feeling lost, anxious, lonely, or overwhelmed, struggling to cope with the present, or experiencing heightened anxiety and uncertainty about the future, we can work together to bring clarity, strengthen resilience, and unlock your inner confidence. Through personalised strategies, we’ll develop practical coping skills to effectively manage your emotions and behaviours.
I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist, EMDR and Advanced Accredited Schema Therapist. I provide evidence-based psychological assessment, formulation (sense making) and intervention to adults experiencing difficulties such as trauma, relationship difficulties and emotional distress. I provide bespoke therapy to support you in making sense of, and addressing the difficulties that prompted you to seek therapy. I utilise schema, EMDR and psychodynamic approaches as well as traditional CBT methods, I am the co-developer of: privatepsychotherapyyorkshire
I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist, EMDR and Advanced Accredited Schema Therapist. I provide evidence-based psychological assessment, formulation (sense making) and intervention to adults experiencing difficulties such as trauma, relationship difficulties and emotional distress. I provide bespoke therapy to support you in making sense of, and addressing the difficulties that prompted you to seek therapy. I utilise schema, EMDR and psychodynamic approaches as well as traditional CBT methods, I am the co-developer of: privatepsychotherapyyorkshire
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 15 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 EMDR, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and attachment theory. I am an accredited EMDR therapist with further trainings in Attachment-Informed EMDR and EMDR + IFS (Internal Family Systems). The clients I work with often benefit from a range of these models integrated within the therapy.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 15 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 EMDR, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and attachment theory. I am an accredited EMDR therapist with further trainings in Attachment-Informed EMDR and EMDR + IFS (Internal Family Systems). The clients I work with often benefit from a range of these models integrated within the therapy.
We use a range of therapeutic models including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Narrative Therapy.
If you're feeling stuck, low, overwhelmed, or disconnected, West Psychological Services can help. Our team supports people coping with depression, anxiety, dissociation, and PTSD symptoms such as intrusive memories and difficulty trusting others. We'll work with you to understand how your past may be shaping your relationships and how you see yourself. With personal experience of a late ADHD diagnosis, our director Jo is passionate about supporting those who are neurodivergent or exploring whether ADHD may be relevant. We also offer a range of assessments to help you understand yourself, including ADHD and PTSD assessments.
We use a range of therapeutic models including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Narrative Therapy.
If you're feeling stuck, low, overwhelmed, or disconnected, West Psychological Services can help. Our team supports people coping with depression, anxiety, dissociation, and PTSD symptoms such as intrusive memories and difficulty trusting others. We'll work with you to understand how your past may be shaping your relationships and how you see yourself. With personal experience of a late ADHD diagnosis, our director Jo is passionate about supporting those who are neurodivergent or exploring whether ADHD may be relevant. We also offer a range of assessments to help you understand yourself, including ADHD and PTSD assessments.
I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (CBT) offering a professional, collaborative and confidential service to Children, Young People, Families and Adults. I have worked across a variety of services over the last 15 years, such as Local Authority, Children’s Services, Schools, Charities, Adult Services (LMWS) and Children and Young Peoples Mental Health Services (CYPMHS), with children, young people, families and adults.
I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (CBT) offering a professional, collaborative and confidential service to Children, Young People, Families and Adults. I have worked across a variety of services over the last 15 years, such as Local Authority, Children’s Services, Schools, Charities, Adult Services (LMWS) and Children and Young Peoples Mental Health Services (CYPMHS), with children, young people, families and adults.
I am an senior accredited Member of the BACP, and have trained in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
I am an experienced psychotherapist and manage a counselling service at a university. I specialise in trauma, emotional distress, anxiety and depression. I draw upon different theories to provide the most appropriate therapeutic support to each of my clients, leading to good outcomes. I believe therapy can help us see the unhelpful patterns we find ourselves in and explain why they are happening. This can then lead to a shift in perspective, and help us work towards permanent. I believe my role is to assist clients through this process, and and support them move towards the life they want.
I am an senior accredited Member of the BACP, and have trained in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
I am an experienced psychotherapist and manage a counselling service at a university. I specialise in trauma, emotional distress, anxiety and depression. I draw upon different theories to provide the most appropriate therapeutic support to each of my clients, leading to good outcomes. I believe therapy can help us see the unhelpful patterns we find ourselves in and explain why they are happening. This can then lead to a shift in perspective, and help us work towards permanent. I believe my role is to assist clients through this process, and and support them move towards the life they want.
I’m an integrative psychotherapist, blending Person-Centred, CBT, ACT, and DBT with a background in Psychology.
I work with adults facing Anxiety, Panic episodes, OCD, intrusive thougths, Low self-esteem, Stress, burnout, relationship difficulties, and trauma-related challenges.
Life can get in the way, and having someone impartial offering practical approaches is life-changing.
I work with teenagers (12+) experiencing Emotional Dysregulation, Anxiety, Sensory Difficulties, Self-harm, Low mood, and Anger Issues, and help them to develop strategies to regulate their emotions, to connect with the right values, and to build up their internal compass.
I work with Supervisees helping them to build up their knowledge.
I’m an integrative psychotherapist, blending Person-Centred, CBT, ACT, and DBT with a background in Psychology.
I work with adults facing Anxiety, Panic episodes, OCD, intrusive thougths, Low self-esteem, Stress, burnout, relationship difficulties, and trauma-related challenges.
Life can get in the way, and having someone impartial offering practical approaches is life-changing.
I work with teenagers (12+) experiencing Emotional Dysregulation, Anxiety, Sensory Difficulties, Self-harm, Low mood, and Anger Issues, and help them to develop strategies to regulate their emotions, to connect with the right values, and to build up their internal compass.
I work with Supervisees helping them to build up their knowledge.
My main therapeutic models include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), EMDR, and Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT).
I am a practitioner psychologist with over 10 years of experience working in the independent sector. I offer psychological interventions for individuals with complex mental health needs, drawing from a range of therapeutic approaches. My specialist area of interest and skill set is working with people who have experienced trauma, which is the centre of my day to day work. In addition to offering private therapy, I am also the lead psychologist for an independent hospital which offers assessment and treatment for women and gender diverse individuals with complex mental health needs.
My main therapeutic models include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy ( DBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), EMDR, and Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT).
I am a practitioner psychologist with over 10 years of experience working in the independent sector. I offer psychological interventions for individuals with complex mental health needs, drawing from a range of therapeutic approaches. My specialist area of interest and skill set is working with people who have experienced trauma, which is the centre of my day to day work. In addition to offering private therapy, I am also the lead psychologist for an independent hospital which offers assessment and treatment for women and gender diverse individuals with complex mental health needs.
My name is Urszula. I provide a supportive therapeutic space to help you with a range of emotional, psychological and life challenges, including anxiety, anger, relational issues, jealousy or addiction.
I help my clients to move past unhelpful thoughts and emotional turmoil to find a clear path forward.
I want to see my clients getting their spark back and to find joy in life, because life is short.
We will work collaboratively to achieve your personal goals and lasting growth. I offer flexible support through in-person sessions in Leeds or Wakefield, online sessions, and walking therapy at Newmillerdam Country Park in Wakefield.
My name is Urszula. I provide a supportive therapeutic space to help you with a range of emotional, psychological and life challenges, including anxiety, anger, relational issues, jealousy or addiction.
I help my clients to move past unhelpful thoughts and emotional turmoil to find a clear path forward.
I want to see my clients getting their spark back and to find joy in life, because life is short.
We will work collaboratively to achieve your personal goals and lasting growth. I offer flexible support through in-person sessions in Leeds or Wakefield, online sessions, and walking therapy at Newmillerdam Country Park in Wakefield.
Hi there, these are REALLY trying times so I truly appreciate you taking the brave step to reach out. I'm here, happy to work with you on the journey. My therapy style is warm, interactive, accepting & specific to you. I am internationally trained to MSc level & have worked in the UK & overseas. This means I bring inter/multicultural richness & diversity to our sessions. I am skilled to serve the unique needs of the local & international diaspora & those feeling displaced. I also have clinical & pastoral training (Uk) & a multi faith theology degree offering spiritual counselling for those who desire a faith perspective.
Hi there, these are REALLY trying times so I truly appreciate you taking the brave step to reach out. I'm here, happy to work with you on the journey. My therapy style is warm, interactive, accepting & specific to you. I am internationally trained to MSc level & have worked in the UK & overseas. This means I bring inter/multicultural richness & diversity to our sessions. I am skilled to serve the unique needs of the local & international diaspora & those feeling displaced. I also have clinical & pastoral training (Uk) & a multi faith theology degree offering spiritual counselling for those who desire a faith perspective.
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Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Counsellors
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behaviour and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behaviour, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioural change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behaviour; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.