Parenting Counselling in Leigh-on-Sea

Valerie Thompson
Counsellor, MA, BACP
I am a couples counsellor / relationship therapist. I focus on helping couples and individuals lead more contented lives. You may feel the spark has gone from your relationship, navigating a new one or not in a relationship at all. No matter what your circumstance, the chances are, if you are reading this, you have concerns about how you’re relating to others. If you're concerned about any of the following issues in your relationship, I may be able to help you: trust and jealousy, intimacy, family relationships, communication, self-esteem, infidelity, understanding each other, depression and anxiety, separation and divorce.
I am a couples counsellor / relationship therapist. I focus on helping couples and individuals lead more contented lives. You may feel the spark has gone from your relationship, navigating a new one or not in a relationship at all. No matter what your circumstance, the chances are, if you are reading this, you have concerns about how you’re relating to others. If you're concerned about any of the following issues in your relationship, I may be able to help you: trust and jealousy, intimacy, family relationships, communication, self-esteem, infidelity, understanding each other, depression and anxiety, separation and divorce.
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Ky Harkins Life Counselling Services
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
This could be with a partner, sibling, parent, friend.
Most of my clients come to me knowing they are not happy but they don't always know why. Sometimes it is because of the people and circumstances around them and sometimes it is because they keep repeating the same behaviours that are not producing a happy life for them. My job is to help people understand what it is in their lives that they are not happy with, or want to change and to imagine a life with the new changes in it. I work with the client to provide a safe, comfortable environment for them to explore what is going on for them and how they can make the changes to live a happy, fulfilling life.
This could be with a partner, sibling, parent, friend.
Most of my clients come to me knowing they are not happy but they don't always know why. Sometimes it is because of the people and circumstances around them and sometimes it is because they keep repeating the same behaviours that are not producing a happy life for them. My job is to help people understand what it is in their lives that they are not happy with, or want to change and to imagine a life with the new changes in it. I work with the client to provide a safe, comfortable environment for them to explore what is going on for them and how they can make the changes to live a happy, fulfilling life.
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Jenna Harrison
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
No one person is immune to the difficulties, stresses and strains that life can challenge us with. Do you want someone to talk to? To help, to no longer feel alone? Counselling provides you with a safe place where you can feel heard, understood, respected and accepted. We will explore your thoughts, feelings, behaviours and issues. This can enable us to move forward. To live a life of fulfillment, acceptance to reach your best potential and find peace within that. First session is used to explore what counselling is like in more depth. This enables me to understand your wants and needs for us to move forward together.
No one person is immune to the difficulties, stresses and strains that life can challenge us with. Do you want someone to talk to? To help, to no longer feel alone? Counselling provides you with a safe place where you can feel heard, understood, respected and accepted. We will explore your thoughts, feelings, behaviours and issues. This can enable us to move forward. To live a life of fulfillment, acceptance to reach your best potential and find peace within that. First session is used to explore what counselling is like in more depth. This enables me to understand your wants and needs for us to move forward together.
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Raffaele Bizzoca
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
I am an Integrative Counsellor accredited member of the National Counselling Society. I work with both adults and young people. I offer a confidential, warm, friendly, supportive, non-judgemental environment. A space where you can feel safe to talk about your feelings, thoughts, fears and concerns to help you understand and clarify what it is that is troubling you and to help you find ways to work through your issues. We can work together to help enhance your self-awareness and resilience as we work towards achieving a healthy, positive outcome.
I am an Integrative Counsellor accredited member of the National Counselling Society. I work with both adults and young people. I offer a confidential, warm, friendly, supportive, non-judgemental environment. A space where you can feel safe to talk about your feelings, thoughts, fears and concerns to help you understand and clarify what it is that is troubling you and to help you find ways to work through your issues. We can work together to help enhance your self-awareness and resilience as we work towards achieving a healthy, positive outcome.
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Laura Ball
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
1 Endorsed
When putting your thoughts or feelings into words is difficult, art therapy offers an alternative, non-verbal means to communicate and explore your experiences in a safe and supportive environment. Gaining a deeper understanding of the events that have shaped your life and relationships can help restore a sense of control over your mind, body and behaviour. You don't have to be 'good' at art, or have any experience in art-making. I will provide materials and some prompts to guide you, but together we will find the support you need and methods that work for you.
When putting your thoughts or feelings into words is difficult, art therapy offers an alternative, non-verbal means to communicate and explore your experiences in a safe and supportive environment. Gaining a deeper understanding of the events that have shaped your life and relationships can help restore a sense of control over your mind, body and behaviour. You don't have to be 'good' at art, or have any experience in art-making. I will provide materials and some prompts to guide you, but together we will find the support you need and methods that work for you.
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Katie Hutchin
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years experience of working with people to improve their mental wellbeing and treat mental health problems. Over the past 16 years I have been working as a qualified psychologist in the NHS supporting adults, children and young people who are experiencing a range of emotional difficulties. I work with complex issues and find satisfaction in empowering people to live their best lives. If you are looking for someone to support your family through a challenging time, work towards achieving a more contented life or want to improve your relationships then do get in touch.
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years experience of working with people to improve their mental wellbeing and treat mental health problems. Over the past 16 years I have been working as a qualified psychologist in the NHS supporting adults, children and young people who are experiencing a range of emotional difficulties. I work with complex issues and find satisfaction in empowering people to live their best lives. If you are looking for someone to support your family through a challenging time, work towards achieving a more contented life or want to improve your relationships then do get in touch.
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Phillip Skelton
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
The counselling I provide creates a safe, empathic environment and sensitive space for a person to explore and resolve personal difficulties and limitations they may be experiencing, and to move beyond them. It can also help to enhance your relationship/connection with yourself and others.
The counselling I provide creates a safe, empathic environment and sensitive space for a person to explore and resolve personal difficulties and limitations they may be experiencing, and to move beyond them. It can also help to enhance your relationship/connection with yourself and others.
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Eleanor Howe
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
I am an Integrative Therapist providing sessions in London Bridge, Leigh-on-Sea, and Southend. You can expect a foundation of respect, empathy, and a genuine commitment to your emotional wellbeing and therapeutic goals.
I am an Integrative Therapist providing sessions in London Bridge, Leigh-on-Sea, and Southend. You can expect a foundation of respect, empathy, and a genuine commitment to your emotional wellbeing and therapeutic goals.
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Kim Strong
Counsellor, MBACP
I provide a safe, supportive and confidential space in which clients can seek insight into any issues of concern. My individual clientele spends all ages including children. I also work with couples and families. Short or long-term therapy is offered. My extensive training allows me to draw upon multiple disciplines to tailor the support to the needs of the client.
I provide a safe, supportive and confidential space in which clients can seek insight into any issues of concern. My individual clientele spends all ages including children. I also work with couples and families. Short or long-term therapy is offered. My extensive training allows me to draw upon multiple disciplines to tailor the support to the needs of the client.
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Laura Buckingham
Counsellor, MBACP
Welcome, My name is Laura, I am a fully qualified Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor offering both long and short-term therapy. We are all presented with many different challenges in all aspects of our daily lives, including work, health, relationships and with our own well-being. Reaching out for help can often feel overwhelming, however, the rewards in taking that difficult first step can be life-changing. I have experience and successfully worked with those suffering with depression, anxiety, loneliness, loss & grief domestic abuse, suicidal thoughts and chronic illness amongst various other issues.
Welcome, My name is Laura, I am a fully qualified Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor offering both long and short-term therapy. We are all presented with many different challenges in all aspects of our daily lives, including work, health, relationships and with our own well-being. Reaching out for help can often feel overwhelming, however, the rewards in taking that difficult first step can be life-changing. I have experience and successfully worked with those suffering with depression, anxiety, loneliness, loss & grief domestic abuse, suicidal thoughts and chronic illness amongst various other issues.
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Katy Acton Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with bereavement, anxiety or depression? Experiencing relationship issues or low self-worth? Feeling trapped in a cycle of negative thinking and unhealthy ways of coping? Maybe your way of coping has now become the problem; addictions or avoidance. If you are longing for change and need a safe accepting space to identify what that is and work towards it; I can help. Together, we can work to set goals, make changes, identify and break behavioural patterns, validate your feelings, process past trauma and reframe thoughts. Hopefully resulting in an improvement to your wellbeing, mental health and life overall.
Are you struggling with bereavement, anxiety or depression? Experiencing relationship issues or low self-worth? Feeling trapped in a cycle of negative thinking and unhealthy ways of coping? Maybe your way of coping has now become the problem; addictions or avoidance. If you are longing for change and need a safe accepting space to identify what that is and work towards it; I can help. Together, we can work to set goals, make changes, identify and break behavioural patterns, validate your feelings, process past trauma and reframe thoughts. Hopefully resulting in an improvement to your wellbeing, mental health and life overall.
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Louise Christie
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
My journey began with supporting teenagers in a secondary school, helping them navigate the emotional, social and academic challenges that often arise during adolescence. From there, my work has extended to individuals facing a range of life difficulties, including domestic abuse and social isolation, grief and loss and significant life transitions. I also work with couples who are managing the complexities of modern life, whether it's balancing demanding schedules, working through communication issues, dealing with financial pressures, or navigating the roles we take on within our family structures.
My journey began with supporting teenagers in a secondary school, helping them navigate the emotional, social and academic challenges that often arise during adolescence. From there, my work has extended to individuals facing a range of life difficulties, including domestic abuse and social isolation, grief and loss and significant life transitions. I also work with couples who are managing the complexities of modern life, whether it's balancing demanding schedules, working through communication issues, dealing with financial pressures, or navigating the roles we take on within our family structures.
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Karen Haynes
Counsellor, BACP
I am an Integrative therapist which means I use various therapies and tailor the therapy to your needs, as we all are individuals and I feel an indIvidual approach offers the bespoke service clients require. Some people may respond well to CBT or DBT, others prefer a more Humanistic approach. The Psychodynamic approach works well when looking into our core thoughts and TA works wonders with communication. I work collaboratively with the client to get the best results for you.
I am an Integrative therapist which means I use various therapies and tailor the therapy to your needs, as we all are individuals and I feel an indIvidual approach offers the bespoke service clients require. Some people may respond well to CBT or DBT, others prefer a more Humanistic approach. The Psychodynamic approach works well when looking into our core thoughts and TA works wonders with communication. I work collaboratively with the client to get the best results for you.
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Duncan Ashley Paveling
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
I am a qualified (MBACP Registered) Counsellor/Supervisor with over 18 years experience working with individuals of all ages (both adults and young people), with an eclectic approach in line with the BACP Ethical Framework. My work includes that with Individuals, Couples and Families, whilst experience has also led me to run regular workshops and support groups. I also have extensive and ongoing experience in both the Media/Sporting industries and in the area of Neurodiversity.
I am a qualified (MBACP Registered) Counsellor/Supervisor with over 18 years experience working with individuals of all ages (both adults and young people), with an eclectic approach in line with the BACP Ethical Framework. My work includes that with Individuals, Couples and Families, whilst experience has also led me to run regular workshops and support groups. I also have extensive and ongoing experience in both the Media/Sporting industries and in the area of Neurodiversity.
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Dr Jennie Duprey
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Some of the common issues I work with include low mood, anxiety, trauma, loss and grief, neurodiversity, parenting and attachment relationships.
Therapeutically, I work in an integrative way, drawing on a range of evidence-based interventions and psychological approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Video Interaction Guidance (VIG) and systemic models. I have also completed my training in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Some of the common issues I work with include low mood, anxiety, trauma, loss and grief, neurodiversity, parenting and attachment relationships.
Therapeutically, I work in an integrative way, drawing on a range of evidence-based interventions and psychological approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Video Interaction Guidance (VIG) and systemic models. I have also completed my training in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
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Yvette White
Counsellor, BACP
2 Endorsed
5 Star Google reviews and over 5000+ client hours... Individual therapy £60 Couples £80 per hour after initial starting session. Solution Focused Couples programme £595. Anxiety, Depression and Stress Management specialist. Marriage /Relationship counsellor..  Are you struggling with Anxiety, Abuse, Bereavement, or relationship issues, then I can help! I also deal with Low self-esteem, Death Anxiety, Abuse, ADHD, Divorce, Depression, Career path, Cancer support, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Pain management, Panic Disorder, PTSD, Rape crisis, Relationship issues, Self harm, Trauma and Low self esteem.
5 Star Google reviews and over 5000+ client hours... Individual therapy £60 Couples £80 per hour after initial starting session. Solution Focused Couples programme £595. Anxiety, Depression and Stress Management specialist. Marriage /Relationship counsellor..  Are you struggling with Anxiety, Abuse, Bereavement, or relationship issues, then I can help! I also deal with Low self-esteem, Death Anxiety, Abuse, ADHD, Divorce, Depression, Career path, Cancer support, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Pain management, Panic Disorder, PTSD, Rape crisis, Relationship issues, Self harm, Trauma and Low self esteem.
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Dr Michalla Gillbanks
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I am a qualified clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience working within NHS and private sectors. I have experience working with adults and young people experiencing a range of mental health difficulties. I take time to get to know you and your presenting issues taking into consideration past experiences, family dynamics and issues that you feel need addressing or are holding you back. We would then develop a person centered care plan to best suit your goals. I am experienced in dealing with a range of mental health conditions along with more exploratory work and have a special interest in neurodiversity and mental health
I am a qualified clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience working within NHS and private sectors. I have experience working with adults and young people experiencing a range of mental health difficulties. I take time to get to know you and your presenting issues taking into consideration past experiences, family dynamics and issues that you feel need addressing or are holding you back. We would then develop a person centered care plan to best suit your goals. I am experienced in dealing with a range of mental health conditions along with more exploratory work and have a special interest in neurodiversity and mental health
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space-to-talk.com
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
I am a BACP accredited counsellor and psychotherapist with more than 18 years experience working with adults in the NHS and community settings. I have practices in the heart of the City of London (EC1) and in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex. I combine this with working in an NHS service specialising in broad range of mental health difficulties including anxiety and depression, bereavement, identity issues, difficulties with relationships and complex trauma. For many years I worked in an NHS eating disorders service, where I also gained considerable experience in treating people with struggles around food and body image.
I am a BACP accredited counsellor and psychotherapist with more than 18 years experience working with adults in the NHS and community settings. I have practices in the heart of the City of London (EC1) and in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex. I combine this with working in an NHS service specialising in broad range of mental health difficulties including anxiety and depression, bereavement, identity issues, difficulties with relationships and complex trauma. For many years I worked in an NHS eating disorders service, where I also gained considerable experience in treating people with struggles around food and body image.
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Cecilia Carlotti
Psychotherapist, BPC
If you are thinking of starting a therapy you may be willing to deal with painful issues that can manifest in various shapes and intensity and have an impact on the day-to-day life; such issues are personal and linked both to personality and life events. A disturb can express in different ways and symptoms, like panic attacks, Depression, psychosomatic symptoms, Anxiety etc. Other times there is rather a generic feeling of discomfort that needs to be defined and addressed.
If you are thinking of starting a therapy you may be willing to deal with painful issues that can manifest in various shapes and intensity and have an impact on the day-to-day life; such issues are personal and linked both to personality and life events. A disturb can express in different ways and symptoms, like panic attacks, Depression, psychosomatic symptoms, Anxiety etc. Other times there is rather a generic feeling of discomfort that needs to be defined and addressed.
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Hello, my name is Sally and I will be present with you on your therapeutic journey. I offer a safe space for you to be able to explore you thoughts and feelings working at your pace to prioritise your needs. I specialise in relationship issues including loss, whether that's Family, Friends, Partners, Customers, Work Colleagues, Staff and Managers, College Peers, Tutors or Pupils, Neighbours or Pets. Its often challenging to look at areas such as family expectations, sexuality, race, tradition, culture or class. Historic trauma such as abuse, abandonment, incest grief and loss are sensitive and will be heard without judgement.
Hello, my name is Sally and I will be present with you on your therapeutic journey. I offer a safe space for you to be able to explore you thoughts and feelings working at your pace to prioritise your needs. I specialise in relationship issues including loss, whether that's Family, Friends, Partners, Customers, Work Colleagues, Staff and Managers, College Peers, Tutors or Pupils, Neighbours or Pets. Its often challenging to look at areas such as family expectations, sexuality, race, tradition, culture or class. Historic trauma such as abuse, abandonment, incest grief and loss are sensitive and will be heard without judgement.
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Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.