Transgender Counselling in Leeds
As a transgender woman with Autism and ADHD, when I was searching for a therapist I found it exceptionally difficult to find someone who understood the intersections of my identity.
My name is Jocelyn, I am a trans, AuDHD Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist, and a GSRD specialist. I frequently work with gender, non-monogamy, kink and neurodivergence within my therapeutic practice. I enable individual clients and intimate partners to create relationships with themselves, each other and with sex that they want, in a way that aligns with their identity.
I also work with clients who are gender, sexuality, and relationally diverse (GSRD) and want to work with a therapist who is affirming of their identities.
I hold both early morning time slots and evening slots.
As a transgender woman with Autism and ADHD, when I was searching for a therapist I found it exceptionally difficult to find someone who understood the intersections of my identity.
My name is Jocelyn, I am a trans, AuDHD Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist, and a GSRD specialist. I frequently work with gender, non-monogamy, kink and neurodivergence within my therapeutic practice. I enable individual clients and intimate partners to create relationships with themselves, each other and with sex that they want, in a way that aligns with their identity.
I also work with clients who are gender, sexuality, and relationally diverse (GSRD) and want to work with a therapist who is affirming of their identities.
I hold both early morning time slots and evening slots.
I provide a space to be seen and heard, somewhere for you to bring your issues, from day-to-day to life-spanning, where we would then work through them together, at your own pace, with openness, understanding, and warmth.
I integrate different therapeutic models and hold your autonomy at the core of our work, so we will together create a unique therapeutic experience for you.
I offer a calm, inclusive space and we'll each bring our life experiences, and expertise, and together we'll work towards your aims for therapy.
I provide a space to be seen and heard, somewhere for you to bring your issues, from day-to-day to life-spanning, where we would then work through them together, at your own pace, with openness, understanding, and warmth.
I integrate different therapeutic models and hold your autonomy at the core of our work, so we will together create a unique therapeutic experience for you.
I offer a calm, inclusive space and we'll each bring our life experiences, and expertise, and together we'll work towards your aims for therapy.
Are you navigating a period where life no longer feels familiar, after loss, separation, relocation, illness, or a major life transition? Perhaps you’ve been holding everything together for a long time, yet quietly feel unmoored, uncertain, or unlike yourself.
You don’t have to face this period of change alone.
I work with adults facing significant change who want a calm, thoughtful space to make sense of what has shifted. Many of the people I support are capable, reflective individuals who find themselves at an unexpected crossroads — grieving not only what has been lost, but questioning who they are now and how to move forward.
Are you navigating a period where life no longer feels familiar, after loss, separation, relocation, illness, or a major life transition? Perhaps you’ve been holding everything together for a long time, yet quietly feel unmoored, uncertain, or unlike yourself.
You don’t have to face this period of change alone.
I work with adults facing significant change who want a calm, thoughtful space to make sense of what has shifted. Many of the people I support are capable, reflective individuals who find themselves at an unexpected crossroads — grieving not only what has been lost, but questioning who they are now and how to move forward.
I understand how life can sometimes feel like a heavy weight on your shoulders. From stress related to work, family, relationships, past trauma, childhood issues that you may feel have not been explored, sexuality, feelings of being misunderstood or not heard, loneliness, domestic violence, sexual abuse, PTSD, amongst many other issues that are important to you and will therefore become immediately important to me ,as your wellbeing is my main concern. I understand and I am here to listen to your thoughts and feelings and help you to explore your issues and help you with your achievable goals in our safe, confidential space.Leeds 6
I understand how life can sometimes feel like a heavy weight on your shoulders. From stress related to work, family, relationships, past trauma, childhood issues that you may feel have not been explored, sexuality, feelings of being misunderstood or not heard, loneliness, domestic violence, sexual abuse, PTSD, amongst many other issues that are important to you and will therefore become immediately important to me ,as your wellbeing is my main concern. I understand and I am here to listen to your thoughts and feelings and help you to explore your issues and help you with your achievable goals in our safe, confidential space.Leeds 6
Accessing counselling and therapy can feel stressful, confusing, or complicated. I'm here to make it easy for you. Counselling and therapy can take a lot of different forms, but the kind that I offer involves talking together about your life, your concerns, and your hopes, to find some clarity. I also sometimes use creative approaches, like drawing, to give you another way to express yourself.
Accessing counselling and therapy can feel stressful, confusing, or complicated. I'm here to make it easy for you. Counselling and therapy can take a lot of different forms, but the kind that I offer involves talking together about your life, your concerns, and your hopes, to find some clarity. I also sometimes use creative approaches, like drawing, to give you another way to express yourself.
I work as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner. I have experience assessing and assisting people with mental health conditions and hidden disabilities within their workplaces. I have specialist knowledge and experience in Personality Disorder, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. I follow the BACP code of ethics. This means that I work with honesty, integrity, mission, and values. I offer Counselling and Psychotherapy on a short- and long-term basis using Person-centered therapeutic Approach. I work with Young People, Couple in Relationship, Families, Domestic Violence, SPIP.
I work as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner. I have experience assessing and assisting people with mental health conditions and hidden disabilities within their workplaces. I have specialist knowledge and experience in Personality Disorder, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. I follow the BACP code of ethics. This means that I work with honesty, integrity, mission, and values. I offer Counselling and Psychotherapy on a short- and long-term basis using Person-centered therapeutic Approach. I work with Young People, Couple in Relationship, Families, Domestic Violence, SPIP.
I’m a qualified specialised Cognitive Behavioural BABCP Accredited Psychotherapist , interested in helping people improve their self esteem.
I believe in flexible labels - I think having a diagnosis such as “generalised anxiety/ OCD” etc. can be helpful for determining a treatment plan, however, I don’t think they have to define you and can change over time.
I’m a qualified specialised Cognitive Behavioural BABCP Accredited Psychotherapist , interested in helping people improve their self esteem.
I believe in flexible labels - I think having a diagnosis such as “generalised anxiety/ OCD” etc. can be helpful for determining a treatment plan, however, I don’t think they have to define you and can change over time.
Hi, I'm Chris. I offer psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling in Leeds. I see therapy as the co-creation of a warm, authentic relationship, in which we create the conditions to shine a light onto the wounded or neglected parts of the self. I offer open ended sessions, which allows our work together to unfold naturally, leading us into the places where we can explore the roots of your emotional development and relational patterns. This is a process that encourages healing and growth, helping you to becoming more in tune and at ease with who you are as a unique person.
Hi, I'm Chris. I offer psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling in Leeds. I see therapy as the co-creation of a warm, authentic relationship, in which we create the conditions to shine a light onto the wounded or neglected parts of the self. I offer open ended sessions, which allows our work together to unfold naturally, leading us into the places where we can explore the roots of your emotional development and relational patterns. This is a process that encourages healing and growth, helping you to becoming more in tune and at ease with who you are as a unique person.
You may be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or struggling to make sense of what you are experiencing. Perhaps you are going through a difficult period, experiencing relationship difficulties, dealing with acute stress, or finding it difficult to manage your emotions. Whatever has brought you here, I offer a safe, warm, and non-judgemental space where you can explore what is happening at your own pace.
You may be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or struggling to make sense of what you are experiencing. Perhaps you are going through a difficult period, experiencing relationship difficulties, dealing with acute stress, or finding it difficult to manage your emotions. Whatever has brought you here, I offer a safe, warm, and non-judgemental space where you can explore what is happening at your own pace.
Are you experiencing emotional difficulties in your life? You may be finding yourself unhappily repeating unhelpful patterns or behaviours. You might feel disconnected from yourself, others or both.
Are you experiencing emotional difficulties in your life? You may be finding yourself unhappily repeating unhelpful patterns or behaviours. You might feel disconnected from yourself, others or both.
I work with individuals & couples - including neurodivergent & non-monogamous couples - in person and online. I’m committed to creating an affirming environment for LGBTQIA+ people & welcome clients of all backgrounds, religions, identities & neurotypes. I aim to create a safe, trusting space where your voice is heard & your inner strength uncovered. We can work together to build confidence, challenge limiting beliefs, make positive changes & develop a healthy relationship with yourself & others. As an integrative therapist, I draw from different approaches to work in a way that suits you as an individual, or couple.
I work with individuals & couples - including neurodivergent & non-monogamous couples - in person and online. I’m committed to creating an affirming environment for LGBTQIA+ people & welcome clients of all backgrounds, religions, identities & neurotypes. I aim to create a safe, trusting space where your voice is heard & your inner strength uncovered. We can work together to build confidence, challenge limiting beliefs, make positive changes & develop a healthy relationship with yourself & others. As an integrative therapist, I draw from different approaches to work in a way that suits you as an individual, or couple.
I am trained in a number of approaches but first and foremost I begin with a person centred approach. This means I will listen to you and together we can build a way of working that suits you best - I am here to hear how things are from your point of view. Counselling offers an opportunity to explore what matters at the heart of your life with an experienced professional in a quiet, confidential setting. In a first appointment we can explore together what you're looking for from therapy. We can meet weekly or fortnightly to explore a focused goal or we can just make space to gently explore how you're feeling and see what comes up!
I am trained in a number of approaches but first and foremost I begin with a person centred approach. This means I will listen to you and together we can build a way of working that suits you best - I am here to hear how things are from your point of view. Counselling offers an opportunity to explore what matters at the heart of your life with an experienced professional in a quiet, confidential setting. In a first appointment we can explore together what you're looking for from therapy. We can meet weekly or fortnightly to explore a focused goal or we can just make space to gently explore how you're feeling and see what comes up!
Whether navigating milestones, relationship difficulties, neurodivergence, gender identity, or systemic stress, we will make sense of your experiences, build self-compassion, and find ways forward.
You might be holding things together on the outside, but inside, it feels like a lot.
I’m Elizabeth Paterson, a BACP-accredited online therapist. I provide a deeply affirming, open-minded, and collaborative space. Many of my clients are highly adaptive but find themselves dealing with masking, burnout, anxiety, overthinking, or relationship dynamics that feel exhausting. If you often feel a bit out of step with the world's expectations, this is a space where you can let the guard down.
Whether navigating milestones, relationship difficulties, neurodivergence, gender identity, or systemic stress, we will make sense of your experiences, build self-compassion, and find ways forward.
You might be holding things together on the outside, but inside, it feels like a lot.
I’m Elizabeth Paterson, a BACP-accredited online therapist. I provide a deeply affirming, open-minded, and collaborative space. Many of my clients are highly adaptive but find themselves dealing with masking, burnout, anxiety, overthinking, or relationship dynamics that feel exhausting. If you often feel a bit out of step with the world's expectations, this is a space where you can let the guard down.
I work with young people (from 12 years), adults, couples and families, in Leeds, York and online - providing practical, emotional and psychological therapy using the latest therapeutic approaches, evidence from psychology and other sciences (called Human Givens). People may be experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, self harm, eating disorder, trauma or relationship issues. I am a qualified ADHD assessor and coach, and autism coach. Issues may be recent or longstanding. The focus of support is on helping others to take control of their mental health and wellbeing, to live their life in balance.
I work with young people (from 12 years), adults, couples and families, in Leeds, York and online - providing practical, emotional and psychological therapy using the latest therapeutic approaches, evidence from psychology and other sciences (called Human Givens). People may be experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, self harm, eating disorder, trauma or relationship issues. I am a qualified ADHD assessor and coach, and autism coach. Issues may be recent or longstanding. The focus of support is on helping others to take control of their mental health and wellbeing, to live their life in balance.
I am an experienced Relate trained Psychosexual Therapist and Relationship Psychotherapist and the Clinical Lead for Psychosexual Therapy throughout the Relate Penine and Calderdale regions but now based in Leeds City Centre. I have over 20 years of experience and more than 10,000 hours working alongside couples and individuals with sexual, emotional or relationship problems. I offer a judgement free practice using a cognitive therapeutic style tailored to meet your needs and help you reach your relationship goals.
I am an experienced Relate trained Psychosexual Therapist and Relationship Psychotherapist and the Clinical Lead for Psychosexual Therapy throughout the Relate Penine and Calderdale regions but now based in Leeds City Centre. I have over 20 years of experience and more than 10,000 hours working alongside couples and individuals with sexual, emotional or relationship problems. I offer a judgement free practice using a cognitive therapeutic style tailored to meet your needs and help you reach your relationship goals.
As an experienced EMDR therapist and psychotherapist with over 17 years of clinical experience, I specialise in helping adults recover from trauma and the lasting impact it can have on their lives. Whether you're living with Complex PTSD, childhood trauma or the effects of abusive or unhealthy relationships, therapy can help you make sense of your experiences and move beyond survival.
Life can become overwhelming when past experiences continue to shape how you think, feel and relate to yourself and others. You may find yourself stuck in patterns of anxiety, panic, low self-worth or unhealthy relationships
As an experienced EMDR therapist and psychotherapist with over 17 years of clinical experience, I specialise in helping adults recover from trauma and the lasting impact it can have on their lives. Whether you're living with Complex PTSD, childhood trauma or the effects of abusive or unhealthy relationships, therapy can help you make sense of your experiences and move beyond survival.
Life can become overwhelming when past experiences continue to shape how you think, feel and relate to yourself and others. You may find yourself stuck in patterns of anxiety, panic, low self-worth or unhealthy relationships
I'm Andy and as a qualified person-centred counsellor, I strongly believe we all have the ability to navigate life's challenges by drawing on our own experience and capabilities. My role is to invite clients to explore whatever they choose in order to gain a deeper understanding of how it's impacting them, enabling them to create positive change. I do this through actively listening and offering useful reflections of themes I may notice, including any changes over time. I ask clients questions that encourage them to think about their experiences in new ways and never judge or lead anyone into talking about something uncomfortable.
I'm Andy and as a qualified person-centred counsellor, I strongly believe we all have the ability to navigate life's challenges by drawing on our own experience and capabilities. My role is to invite clients to explore whatever they choose in order to gain a deeper understanding of how it's impacting them, enabling them to create positive change. I do this through actively listening and offering useful reflections of themes I may notice, including any changes over time. I ask clients questions that encourage them to think about their experiences in new ways and never judge or lead anyone into talking about something uncomfortable.
Welcome to a space where you are seen, heard, and supported. My practice is built on the belief that everyone deserves a non-judgmental environment to explore their emotions, experiences, and challenges.
Using a gentle and compassionate approach, I address a wide range of issues, including disordered eating, family and developmental challenges, anxiety and depression as well as gender and sexuality. I also work heavily with clients exploring their neurodivergence, including ADHD and autism. My practice also extends to couples counselling and group work for those seeking to transform their relationship with food and weight.
Welcome to a space where you are seen, heard, and supported. My practice is built on the belief that everyone deserves a non-judgmental environment to explore their emotions, experiences, and challenges.
Using a gentle and compassionate approach, I address a wide range of issues, including disordered eating, family and developmental challenges, anxiety and depression as well as gender and sexuality. I also work heavily with clients exploring their neurodivergence, including ADHD and autism. My practice also extends to couples counselling and group work for those seeking to transform their relationship with food and weight.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or quietly struggling with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt, or unhelpful patterns in your life or relationships. You might not have clear answers, but you know something doesn’t feel quite right. I offer a calm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard and begin to make sense of your experiences. We work together at your pace to build self-understanding, develop manageable ways of coping, and move towards greater confidence, clarity, and emotional balance.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or quietly struggling with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt, or unhelpful patterns in your life or relationships. You might not have clear answers, but you know something doesn’t feel quite right. I offer a calm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard and begin to make sense of your experiences. We work together at your pace to build self-understanding, develop manageable ways of coping, and move towards greater confidence, clarity, and emotional balance.
Hi, my name is Juna Brookes, I am a BACP-accredited counsellor and qualified EMDR Therapist for adults, children, and teenagers in Horsforth, Leeds.
I specialize in Trauma/PTSD, phobias, and anxiety treatments. I help my clients to let go and be free of the traumatic incidents in their past.
Hi, my name is Juna Brookes, I am a BACP-accredited counsellor and qualified EMDR Therapist for adults, children, and teenagers in Horsforth, Leeds.
I specialize in Trauma/PTSD, phobias, and anxiety treatments. I help my clients to let go and be free of the traumatic incidents in their past.
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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.