Trauma Focused Counselling in Leicester

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Catherine Bavister
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
My NHS job is anxiety and trauma focused , so is very varied.
Psychological Therapy - Remote/In Person. My name is Dr. Catherine Bavister, I'm a Clinical Psychologist registered with the HCPC. If you are struggling with anxiety, feeling low, if your relationships are suffering, then it might be useful to give psychological therapy a go. ​Sometimes people need a safe space with someone who is outside the family/friendship circle to make sense of their thoughts and feelings, and to identify patterns and triggers. I draw on various therapies to personalise strategies for you to move forward with making change. I am also very ASD mindful.
0115 647 6924
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Dr Sarah Simmonds
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist within the NHS and Director of The Leicestershire Psychology Service in private practice. I have over 20 years experience offering clinical psychology services to adults with mental health difficulties. I specialise in complex trauma, shame, self esteem and anxiety. I am the Lead for Leicestershire NHS Urgent Care Psychology and developing trauma informed care.
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Leicester LE4
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Hannah Young
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hello, I'm Hannah, I offer both long and short term individual therapy for adults and young people aged 16 and above. I am trained in integrative counselling and psychotherapy. This means that I use a range of theories to suit the client, including cognitive behavioural therapy, person-centered counselling and attachment theory. I have lots of experience in working with young people and adults in a therapeutic setting. No matter what form of support you need, I believe that the client-therapist relationship is most important. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts and feelings.
0116 326 1939
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Leicester LE1
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Hilary Foster
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am an integrative counsellor based in Birstall, Leicester. I'm a registered member of the BACP and the National Counselling Society. I provide a safe, comfortable, confidential, non-judgemental place for you to talk, share your concerns and to be listened to. When we have an issue in our lives, which is preventing us from being happy, it can be hard to work through this on our own. I use a person-centred approach to enable you to explore your thoughts and concerns at your pace, in a way that suits you. I can integrate a range of approaches depending on your needs and desired outcomes including CBT, solution focused, psychodynamic.
0116 502 3253
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Leicester LE4
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Louise Gamble
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am a qualified experienced counsellor, always had a passion in supporting people with mental health, sexual identify, trauma and attachment. i would like to share my knowledge, experiences and qualifications to help those to progress in life and offer support throughout any challenges they may face
0116 216 3430
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Leicester LE3
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Chris Parker
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hi I'm Chris and based in Leicester. At Leicester Therapy if you are struggling with something in your life at the moment and want to take that first step towards change I am here to help you. My priority is to provide you with a safe, confidential space and to support you through the whole process. As a humanistic therapist I practice in a non-judgemental, ethical, structured way and can help you to develop your solutions that will help you change and grow. I work from Office 5 above Leicester Coffee House Company , 110 Granby Street Leicester LE1 1DL
0116 478 6983
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Leicester LE1
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Farah Hussain
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Your desire for an improvement in a particular area of your life has brought you to this page. And whatever you desire more of... whether it's more connection, love and ease in your relationships; more clarity, confidence and self-esteem or simply more peace, balance, and optimism in your life - you're in the right place. I’d love to help you discover a new and positive way forward so that you can step into your powerful potential and have the life and relationships that your heart truly desires. You can find out more about my psychotherapy, couples therapy and relationship coaching services on my website: www.farahhussain.com.
0116 497 1784
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Leicester LE5
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Cara Cramp, MBACP at Freedom Creative Arts Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA
Hello, my name is Cara, I’m a Creative Arts Therapist and I am guessing you are here because you're worried about a child or teenager in your life. Maybe your child/teenager is acting out and you just don’t know what to do next, maybe they’ve been through a difficult experience recently or in the past and need some help processing what happened to them. I’ve worked with many children and I want to be able to offer your child a safe and confidential environment to explore what is going on for them right now They can then begin to feel better about themselves and continue to have the positive experiences from life that they deserve.
01455 243634
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Leicester LE9
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Claire Comery
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi, I’m Claire, an experienced Psychotherapist, offering a confidential service in Leicester and the surrounding areas. I am a qualified psychotherapist as well as a qualified Social Worker, with many years of experience helping people to manage emotional distress and personal difficulties. I work with adults and young people who are looking to engage in therapy to understand and work through presenting issues in their lives which are causing them upset or distress in themselves, or within their relationships.
0116 326 1844
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Leicester LE1
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Jo Flynn
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
If you are reading this I wonder if life feels difficult at the moment. Perhaps you are feeling anxious, depressed, living with the distress of uncertainty? Finding it difficult to let go of control, of perfectionism, feeling vulnerable or struggling with living in a ‘never enough’ world? Is this having a negative effect on your relationships, or are you struggling to understand traumatic events in your past, and you can no longer soldier on as before? However you may be feeling, it can feel really scary to come and talk to a counsellor. But I respect your courage to reach out, and I will listen to you with warmth and empathy.
07570 923142
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Leicester LE1
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Livia Nestianu
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am an integrative counsellor, adapting to your individuality by blending multiple methods and theories including (but not limited to) person-centred therapy, attachment theory, cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) and compassion focused therapy.
0116 497 6914
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Leicester LE1
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Sandra Findlay Cluer
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
During our lives we encounter loss including bereavement, separation, ill health and relationship or transitional difficulties. All of these external factors can and will affect how we relate to others, the world around us and most importantly ourselves. This may include withdrawing, substance use or abuse, unhealthy eating patterns and other self harmful behaviours. Our work together will be to focus on these changes and how you can develop and cultivate a positive relationship with yourself, and others. I have supported many people who experience overwhelming symptoms of trauma, low self-esteem, anxiety and depression.
0116 326 2205
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Leicester LE2
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Jasmine Patel
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I’m a Counselling Psychologist with a wide range of experience in a variety of healthcare settings such as the NHS, Charities & Private Hospitals. I have extensive experience working in both primary and secondary care settings including Secondary Schools, Universities, Drug & Alcohol Services, Trauma Services and in Forensic Settings. I have experience working with young people and adults presenting with a wide range of difficulties such as depression, anxiety, eating disorder, personality disorder, drug addiction and relationship difficulties. I offer individual, group, family & couples therapy.
0116 478 6732
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Leicester LE8
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Kerry Martine Corbett
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Qualified Psychologist and Psychotherapist specialising in Childhood Trauma and sexual/domestic abuse, leading to a whole range of developmental problems such as; dissociation, psychosis, suicide ideation/attempts, self harm, substance misuse, sexual violence, domestic violence, a range of mental health disorders, emotional dysregulation, relationship and personal issues. Trauma can get very complex but you can heal, and move forward, you just may need support to help you. The most important thing about starting this process is that you choose a therapist that you feel safe/comfortable. Please contact me with any queries.
0116 502 3495
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Leicester LE1
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Catherine Mahon
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
When we grow up in families where emotional support, nurturance, and connection is lacking, it can stir up feelings of uncertainty and anxiety that can last a lifetime. In adulthood, this may show up as feeling not ‘good enough’, like we don’t belong, or that we need to constantly over-give, or change ourselves in order to ‘fit in’ or be liked. Over time, this pattern of suppressing our needs, emotions, and ultimately, our true selves, can lead us to feeling stuck, confused, and miserable, often resulting in anxiety, depression, burnout, and resentment in relationships. Are you tired of constantly overthinking, and ready for change?
01455 242521
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Leicester LE9
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Zac Fine
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
As a man you may be experiencing confusion, stress or despair around your role and how to meet new expectations of emotional openness. Perhaps it feels like no one understands you and how hard you try to be a good person. Maybe you want to be less stressed and angry, enjoy some inner peace, and rekindle your spark for life again which was sucked out of you a long time ago. Perhaps you feel fear, shame or isolation, and just want to be confident and self-assured again. Or you may be a woman seeking to understand the behaviour of important men in your life.
020 3095 2848
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Leicester LE9
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Helen Anna Gluszonek
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I provide confidential, non-judgemental counselling to enable the client to deal with emotional difficulties which may be causing distress. Using empathy and congruence to help my client feel at ease, I endeavour to help them deal with any difficulties they may face. I have been providing face to face counselling for over 18 years. I have experience in working with anxiety, depression, abuse, bereavement and sexuality. I have over 15 years experience working in schools. I’ve also got 2 years experience working with students at University
0116 497 6876
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Leicester LE5
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Raksha Patel
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hi, I am a fully qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist and a Clinical supervisor based in Oadby. I am also a trainee Supervisor. Sometimes we can all feel overwhelmed and struggle in life. Experiences can often cause strong feelings of anger, fear or pain and by talking and understanding your individual situation you can begin to lessen the pain. Counselling can help you to manage the anxiety, anger and any other emotions you may be experiencing, by working together we can look at areas that you would like to work on, to enable you to find ways of coping.
0116 478 2891
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Leicester LE2
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Dr Natalie Almond
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about helping people understand the difficulties they are facing and supporting them to make changes to live the life they want to lead. I am a clinical psychologist and have 10 years experience working in the NHS and privately with adults and older adults. My training and experience mean that I can offer psychological assessment and therapy that is tailored to your individual needs. I can help you with difficulties including (but not limited to) stress, burnout, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, relationships, grief/ loss, and adjustment to life-events and transitions.
0116 502 3602
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Leicester LE4
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Lucy Johnson
MA
1 Endorsed
1 Endorsed
I am an HCPC Registered Creative Arts Therapist and experienced trainer. I have over 13 years experience working with children and families in crisis. I have provided support and therapy to children and adults who have experienced sexual, emotional and domestic abuse. I specialise in Trauma and Attachment, this had led to extensive work with bereavement and adoption as well as anxiety and substance misuse. I offer brief therapy as well as long term support and come from a very humanistic approach. I work with children from the age of 3+ and I also offer family therapy.
0116 464 9535
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Leicester LE1

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