Counselling for Elderly in Leicester Forest East

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Kaneez Osman
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I offer compassionate, faith-sensitive therapy for individuals navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationships, identity, and life transitions. My approach blends professional counselling with Islamic values, providing a safe, confidential space to reflect, heal, and build practical tools for emotional balance and personal growth.
I offer compassionate, faith-sensitive therapy for individuals navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationships, identity, and life transitions. My approach blends professional counselling with Islamic values, providing a safe, confidential space to reflect, heal, and build practical tools for emotional balance and personal growth.
0116 502 3254 View 0116 502 3254
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Shelley Smith - Sunrise Wellbeing
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
I am passionate about providing a therapeutic service to help people of all ages with their presenting issues, to support their mental health and wellbeing and to assist them with strategies and skills that can prevent their troubles from escalating. We are all just trying our best in this busy world but sometimes need a little support along the way, especially in times of difficulty. I developed Sunrise Wellbeing to provide a bespoke emotional support service, tailored to meet each individual’s needs. Through a friendly integrative approach, we can work together to understand emotions and develop healthy coping strategies.
I am passionate about providing a therapeutic service to help people of all ages with their presenting issues, to support their mental health and wellbeing and to assist them with strategies and skills that can prevent their troubles from escalating. We are all just trying our best in this busy world but sometimes need a little support along the way, especially in times of difficulty. I developed Sunrise Wellbeing to provide a bespoke emotional support service, tailored to meet each individual’s needs. Through a friendly integrative approach, we can work together to understand emotions and develop healthy coping strategies.
0116 464 8087 View 0116 464 8087
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Second Chance Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I’m Nova, a trauma-informed counsellor specialising in working with sexual violence and its impact. I offer neurodiversity-affirming therapy and bring both professional expertise and lived experience to my work — I am neurodiverse, which shapes my understanding of difference, identity, and the importance of flexible, inclusive support. I offer a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore what’s going on for you at your own pace. My approach is creative and integrative, always ethical, and shaped around you rather than a fixed model.
I’m Nova, a trauma-informed counsellor specialising in working with sexual violence and its impact. I offer neurodiversity-affirming therapy and bring both professional expertise and lived experience to my work — I am neurodiverse, which shapes my understanding of difference, identity, and the importance of flexible, inclusive support. I offer a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore what’s going on for you at your own pace. My approach is creative and integrative, always ethical, and shaped around you rather than a fixed model.
0116 464 9951 View 0116 464 9951
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Breathing Space
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
As a person-centred counsellor and clinical supervisor, my primary focus is always on the needs and goals of my clients. I believe that everyone has the capacity to grow and heal, and my role is to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of criticism or judgment. I will work with you to identify your needs and goals, and support you in developing the insights and skills necessary to achieve them.
As a person-centred counsellor and clinical supervisor, my primary focus is always on the needs and goals of my clients. I believe that everyone has the capacity to grow and heal, and my role is to create a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of criticism or judgment. I will work with you to identify your needs and goals, and support you in developing the insights and skills necessary to achieve them.
0116 216 3926 View 0116 216 3926
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Katie Robinson
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Person-Centred Counselling can help you work through your emotions and the areas of your life that are causing you concerns in the here and now.  I am trained to work in a trauma informed way. I believe that it is what has happened to you that creates the way you view the world, the way you view yourself and ultimately the way that you behave and feel. This can impact all parts of your life, from your sense of self, to your relationships and your self esteem.
Person-Centred Counselling can help you work through your emotions and the areas of your life that are causing you concerns in the here and now.  I am trained to work in a trauma informed way. I believe that it is what has happened to you that creates the way you view the world, the way you view yourself and ultimately the way that you behave and feel. This can impact all parts of your life, from your sense of self, to your relationships and your self esteem.
01509 279488 View 01509 279488

More Therapists Nearby

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Light Bubble Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Hello, I’m Claudia, a bilingual English–French pluralistic counsellor, awarded Local Trauma-Informed Counselling Practice of the Year 2026, Colchester, at the GHP Mental Health Awards. I offer a calm, confidential and supportive space for adults and couples experiencing anxiety, trauma, burnout, emotional distress or relationship difficulties. My holistic body–mind approach combines talking therapy with gentle emotional awareness to support meaningful change. Sessions are tailored to your pace, with kindness, inclusivity and respect. Online across the UK and Europe, and in person in Nottingham.
Hello, I’m Claudia, a bilingual English–French pluralistic counsellor, awarded Local Trauma-Informed Counselling Practice of the Year 2026, Colchester, at the GHP Mental Health Awards. I offer a calm, confidential and supportive space for adults and couples experiencing anxiety, trauma, burnout, emotional distress or relationship difficulties. My holistic body–mind approach combines talking therapy with gentle emotional awareness to support meaningful change. Sessions are tailored to your pace, with kindness, inclusivity and respect. Online across the UK and Europe, and in person in Nottingham.
01206 239169 View 01206 239169
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Daniel Pantazis
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Sport Psych.
Many people struggle with stress, anxiety, overthinking, self-doubt, or the pressure to perform. I work with individuals who want to better manage these challenges, improve their wellbeing, and build a more fulfilling life. I also support athletes, coaches, professionals, leaders, and organisations who want to optimise performance, develop resilience, manage pressure, and perform consistently when it matters most. As an HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist and Chartered Psychologist, I have experience working across health and wellbeing services, multidisciplinary teams, organisational settings, and high-performance sport.
Many people struggle with stress, anxiety, overthinking, self-doubt, or the pressure to perform. I work with individuals who want to better manage these challenges, improve their wellbeing, and build a more fulfilling life. I also support athletes, coaches, professionals, leaders, and organisations who want to optimise performance, develop resilience, manage pressure, and perform consistently when it matters most. As an HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist and Chartered Psychologist, I have experience working across health and wellbeing services, multidisciplinary teams, organisational settings, and high-performance sport.
0115 647 9292 View 0115 647 9292
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Blue Room Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I support adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, addictions, low self-esteem, trauma, sexual abuse, relationship issues, neurodiversity challenges, and those caring for a loved one with dementia.
Are you feeling sad, lost, or overwhelmed? You might be facing relationship issues, a traumatic experience, or simply feel low without knowing why. It’s not always easy to carry these feelings alone. You may be looking for a space where you can talk openly and honestly, without judgment. My own experience of being in therapy showed me the power of feeling truly heard and accepted. That experience deeply informs how I work—with empathy, authenticity, and a commitment to creating a safe, respectful space.
I support adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, addictions, low self-esteem, trauma, sexual abuse, relationship issues, neurodiversity challenges, and those caring for a loved one with dementia.
Are you feeling sad, lost, or overwhelmed? You might be facing relationship issues, a traumatic experience, or simply feel low without knowing why. It’s not always easy to carry these feelings alone. You may be looking for a space where you can talk openly and honestly, without judgment. My own experience of being in therapy showed me the power of feeling truly heard and accepted. That experience deeply informs how I work—with empathy, authenticity, and a commitment to creating a safe, respectful space.
01234 607476 View 01234 607476
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Lauren Brotherton
Psychotherapist, BACP
Nuneaton CV10
Many clients I work with struggle with anxiety, low self-worth, people-pleasing, and a fear of abandonment or rejection that shows up in relationships. Using a trauma-informed, attachment-focused approach, I help clients understand how early experiences shaped their nervous system, emotions, and patterns of relating. I am a psychotherapist specialising in work with adults who grew up in emotionally unsafe or invalidating environments. Therapy with me offers a safe, collaborative space to build emotional regulation, self-trust, and healthier, more secure relationships. Together we can help you move out of survival mode and thrive.
Many clients I work with struggle with anxiety, low self-worth, people-pleasing, and a fear of abandonment or rejection that shows up in relationships. Using a trauma-informed, attachment-focused approach, I help clients understand how early experiences shaped their nervous system, emotions, and patterns of relating. I am a psychotherapist specialising in work with adults who grew up in emotionally unsafe or invalidating environments. Therapy with me offers a safe, collaborative space to build emotional regulation, self-trust, and healthier, more secure relationships. Together we can help you move out of survival mode and thrive.
024 7542 2874 View 024 7542 2874
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Knighton counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Snr. Accred
I have been in practice for 25 years and during that time helped hundreds of clients with a wide range of emotional issues. I am a compassionate and approachable person that clients trust and feel at ease with. Relationship breakdowns and difficulties can leave people feeling lost and confused counselling can help them through this process of change . Past difficult experiences can have an impact on their lives in a negative way , I can help clients process past trauma so that they can live a more happy life. I was the clinical supervisor at a womens sexual abuse charity and the clinical lead of a cancer charity for 3 years .
I have been in practice for 25 years and during that time helped hundreds of clients with a wide range of emotional issues. I am a compassionate and approachable person that clients trust and feel at ease with. Relationship breakdowns and difficulties can leave people feeling lost and confused counselling can help them through this process of change . Past difficult experiences can have an impact on their lives in a negative way , I can help clients process past trauma so that they can live a more happy life. I was the clinical supervisor at a womens sexual abuse charity and the clinical lead of a cancer charity for 3 years .
0116 478 2895 View 0116 478 2895
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Helen Preston
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Rugby CV22
Waitlist for new clients
I am an experienced and qualified BACP Accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist working with adults who are affected by a wide range of issues, including trauma, sexual abuse, anxiety and depression. I offer a safe, non-judgmental and confidential space to hear, understand and explore your experiences and feelings, and to support you in navigating difficult life choices, and reducing your emotional distress. I am also a qualified clinical supervisor, mentoring other counsellors. I am based in Rugby, Warwickshire, and offer face to face support, as well as sessions remotely by phone or online.
I am an experienced and qualified BACP Accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist working with adults who are affected by a wide range of issues, including trauma, sexual abuse, anxiety and depression. I offer a safe, non-judgmental and confidential space to hear, understand and explore your experiences and feelings, and to support you in navigating difficult life choices, and reducing your emotional distress. I am also a qualified clinical supervisor, mentoring other counsellors. I am based in Rugby, Warwickshire, and offer face to face support, as well as sessions remotely by phone or online.
01788 221294 View 01788 221294
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Kate Fletcher
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am Qualified as an Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I have robust supervision every month and have always been passionate about helping people. I previously worked in mental health and with learning disabilities. I have experience working with anxiety and depression, trauma, domestic abuse, loss and bereavement. I work with adults (age 16+) on an open ended basis, with the intention of allowing you to enhance your life and live it more fully. I am also trained in Couple's Therapy, working in an Integrative way to work on issues such as communication, loss, infidelity and more!
I am Qualified as an Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I have robust supervision every month and have always been passionate about helping people. I previously worked in mental health and with learning disabilities. I have experience working with anxiety and depression, trauma, domestic abuse, loss and bereavement. I work with adults (age 16+) on an open ended basis, with the intention of allowing you to enhance your life and live it more fully. I am also trained in Couple's Therapy, working in an Integrative way to work on issues such as communication, loss, infidelity and more!
01332 215388 View 01332 215388
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Sapna Lakhani
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Online Only
Many people come to therapy when stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, or long-standing emotional patterns begin to feel difficult to manage alone. I offer online therapy for adults across the UK, providing a confidential and structured space to explore what feels stuck, overwhelming, or unresolved. You may be self-aware and thoughtful, yet notice that insight has not led to the clarity or change you want.
Many people come to therapy when stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, or long-standing emotional patterns begin to feel difficult to manage alone. I offer online therapy for adults across the UK, providing a confidential and structured space to explore what feels stuck, overwhelming, or unresolved. You may be self-aware and thoughtful, yet notice that insight has not led to the clarity or change you want.
07480 739372 View 07480 739372
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Elizabeth Parry
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
You have been coping okay without any issues but recently, you feel stuck or going through a specific challenge in your life. You may have reached out to your support network of friends and families but sometimes this is not enough. Therapy can help. Therapy can offer a safe and confidential space to explore your feelings and emotions. A supportive relationship with a therapist you can trust not to judge or criticize, will empower, gain greater insights into your difficulties leading to the possibility of lasting change and growth.
You have been coping okay without any issues but recently, you feel stuck or going through a specific challenge in your life. You may have reached out to your support network of friends and families but sometimes this is not enough. Therapy can help. Therapy can offer a safe and confidential space to explore your feelings and emotions. A supportive relationship with a therapist you can trust not to judge or criticize, will empower, gain greater insights into your difficulties leading to the possibility of lasting change and growth.
024 7542 4437 View 024 7542 4437
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Marianne Trent
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
8 Endorsed
Online Only
I love working with people, getting to know you and hearing your story. I believe that we are all unique. One of the things I love most about my work is the privilege of seeing someone begin to thrive and to enjoy their life again. I love helping to find some inner calm, clarity of thought and to be practicing self compassion as part of their everyday lives. I work in a bespoke way, tailor making my approach to each person. However, that said, everyone's needs compassion and so a compassion focused therapy approach runs through all of my work. I am most definitely a human first and a psychologist second.
I love working with people, getting to know you and hearing your story. I believe that we are all unique. One of the things I love most about my work is the privilege of seeing someone begin to thrive and to enjoy their life again. I love helping to find some inner calm, clarity of thought and to be practicing self compassion as part of their everyday lives. I work in a bespoke way, tailor making my approach to each person. However, that said, everyone's needs compassion and so a compassion focused therapy approach runs through all of my work. I am most definitely a human first and a psychologist second.
024 7518 9423 View 024 7518 9423
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Robert Paczkowski
Counsellor, MBACP
I’m Robert, a qualified counsellor, registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). I adhere fully to their ethical framework and engage in regular clinical supervision to ensure the safety and effectiveness of my practice. I undertake ongoing continuous professional development (CPD) and hold an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
I’m Robert, a qualified counsellor, registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). I adhere fully to their ethical framework and engage in regular clinical supervision to ensure the safety and effectiveness of my practice. I undertake ongoing continuous professional development (CPD) and hold an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
01827 214711 View 01827 214711
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Laura Glover
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Happy Headspace provides a safe and confidential environment to work through your difficulties. Whether you are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD or health anxiety we are here to help. We aim to ensure that you receive speedy responses and each session will be tailored around your difficulties.
Happy Headspace provides a safe and confidential environment to work through your difficulties. Whether you are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD or health anxiety we are here to help. We aim to ensure that you receive speedy responses and each session will be tailored around your difficulties.
01922 927011 View 01922 927011
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Roxanne Payne
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
I work with a range of people, including: adults, older adults, organisations, trainees and Young people.
I am a person-centred counsellor with experience working with people from a diverse range of backgrounds. I work in a gentle, empathic way, offering a safe, confidential environment, where you can leave the world and its judgements at the door and just be you. I work with adults (18+), and I am a registered member of the BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy). I grew up in South Africa, and have a basic knowledge of Afrikaans. This has given me lived experience of life changes, cultural changes, among other lived experiences.
I work with a range of people, including: adults, older adults, organisations, trainees and Young people.
I am a person-centred counsellor with experience working with people from a diverse range of backgrounds. I work in a gentle, empathic way, offering a safe, confidential environment, where you can leave the world and its judgements at the door and just be you. I work with adults (18+), and I am a registered member of the BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy). I grew up in South Africa, and have a basic knowledge of Afrikaans. This has given me lived experience of life changes, cultural changes, among other lived experiences.
0121 661 3914 View 0121 661 3914
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Roxanne Ashley
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Reaching out for counselling can feel daunting, especially if it’s your first time. You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to make sense of what’s going on in your life. I offer a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and be truly heard. Together, we can gently explore what you’re experiencing at your own pace, helping you gain clarity, self-understanding and a sense of direction. I have over 10 years’ experience working with learning disabilities and autism, and I adapt my approach to ensure counselling is accessible, flexible and tailored to your individual needs.
Reaching out for counselling can feel daunting, especially if it’s your first time. You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to make sense of what’s going on in your life. I offer a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and be truly heard. Together, we can gently explore what you’re experiencing at your own pace, helping you gain clarity, self-understanding and a sense of direction. I have over 10 years’ experience working with learning disabilities and autism, and I adapt my approach to ensure counselling is accessible, flexible and tailored to your individual needs.
01637 808555 View 01637 808555
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Alyssa Roper
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Derby DE22
Are you finding it harder to cope than usual? Do you feel overwhelmed by the day-to-day stuff while everyone else is getting on with it? Are you worried about burdening your loved ones or maybe feel misunderstood or not heard? There are times when we can all feel that we aren't the person we used to be. When everyone around us seems to be coping and we question why we can’t. We may even stop doing the things we used to love or enjoy. This can lead to thoughts and feelings of isolation, loneliness, frustration, self-criticism and sadness. Together we can find the unique ways that support and nurture you now and in the future.
Are you finding it harder to cope than usual? Do you feel overwhelmed by the day-to-day stuff while everyone else is getting on with it? Are you worried about burdening your loved ones or maybe feel misunderstood or not heard? There are times when we can all feel that we aren't the person we used to be. When everyone around us seems to be coping and we question why we can’t. We may even stop doing the things we used to love or enjoy. This can lead to thoughts and feelings of isolation, loneliness, frustration, self-criticism and sadness. Together we can find the unique ways that support and nurture you now and in the future.
01332 529162 View 01332 529162
FAQ - About Therapy for Seniors
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.

How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.

How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.

What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.