Depression Counselling in Lincoln
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Lisa Larkin
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
Hi, I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Practitioner offering private appointments in Lincoln. I am an experienced mental health professional (I am a HCPC registered Occupational Therapist), and I work well with clients experiencing all common mental health problems including anxiety disorders,
depression
and mood related disorders, PTSD, eating disorders and phobias. I realise it is a very difficult decision to seek help. It takes a lot of courage. I hope that I can make that journey as easy as possible for you by offering an empathetic and reassuring service.

Inner Solutions
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My name is Sam. I am an Accredited Adult/Child and Adolescent Counsellor, CBT Therapist, Supervisor, Trainer and Hypnotherapist, with over 12 years therapeutic experience. I work individually with Adults and children experiencing concerns such as Anxiety,
Depression
, Trauma, Stress, Feeling overwhelmed, OCD, PTSD, Relationship breakdowns, Divorce, Domestic Abuse, Self harm, Addiction, Low self esteem, Lack of confidence and many other challenges that you may be facing. If you are experiencing current or past problems that are having an impact on you, therapy will give you the opportunity to explore the best ways forward.

Daniel James Palmer
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with survivors of sexual abuse at Trust House Grantham, I have also worked with people at Lincoln Trauma centre where i work with all different type of clients that include PTSD, Addiction,
Depression
and Anxiety, Stress, relationship and work issues plus many more.
Hey my name is Dan and I offer a counselling service in Sleaford, Grantham and Lincoln. Sometimes Life is difficult and you may not know what to do. You may feel you have no one to talk to or you are not comfortable talking to friends and family. You may prefer to come and talk to someone who can offer you an emphatic and non-judgmental environment for you to discuss your problems and experiences in life.

Dr Sarah Toft Flourish Psychological Services Ltd
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Having worked for 20 years in the NHS and in recent years within my private practice, I have a wealth of experience working with adults to improve their Psychological well-being, addressing a range of areas, including; anxiety, insomnia, panic,
depression
, self esteem, relationship concerns, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), etc. If you wish to make changes in your life, to feel calmer, more confident and less down, then therapy could help you with this.

Wellbeing Talk Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Do you want to beat anxiety and
depression
? Counselling can help you to get in touch with the emotions and circumstances underlying your
depression
and anxiety, to express and make sense of them.
Are you at a difficult point in your life or are perhaps feeling a little overwhelmed? Together we can find a way forward, finding your inner strengths and resources, developing new, better ways of coping.

Jane Pickersgill
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have significant experience working with relationships,
depression
, fertility issues and anxiety.
What's the closest crocodile to your canoe? In other words, what's worrying you? Is there something feeling overwhelming that keeps you from going where you want to on your journey through life? That's your crocodile. Thankfully though, a canoe is a 2-person boat. At Canoe Counselling, I join you as a guide and help, to go at your pace, in the direction you want, for as long as we choose. Person-Centred therapy holds the idea of relationship at the very centre of the work we do together - I may offer suggestions and guidance, and will support you to the best of my ability, but ultimately you are the one who gets us there!

Christopher McGill
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
As an experienced Integrative Psychotherapist I have a successful track record of helping both men and women understand & change the psychological obstacles that prevent them from leading the life they wish. Whether you need help with anger management, low mood/
depressed
, patterns of unhelpful behaviours, heightened levels of anxiety or developing and maintaining healthier relationships, psychotherapy is one of the best investments you can make in yourself. We will look at what you need right now, develop & practise strategies to make life feel more satisfying whilst exploring your unique story to deepen your sense of self.

Monika Allen
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
If you want to change your situation on the outside, it’s good to start by looking at what you can change on the inside. Perhaps you have serious difficulties finding peace and joy in your life. Your sense of well-being, physically and mentally, may be reduced or destroyed. You might find yourself sliding into unhealthy or even self-destructive behaviours. Your persistent self-doubt leads to anxiety and
depression
, causing relationship problems and anger issues. You have a feeling that you do not quite know who you are. Or perhaps you just know “something is not quite right in my life” but you can’t pinpoint what it is.

Dr Katherine Huke
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am able to offer therapy for a range of issues including anxiety,
depression
, relationship difficulties and working with the effects of trauma.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and am HCPC registered. I have over 16 years post qualification experience. As a clinical psychologist I have training in a number of evidence based psychological therapies. I can therefore tailor interventions based on your needs, and find the right approach for you. We can work together to help make sense of your difficulties, and find ways to move forward in your life. I am also an Accredited Cognitive Analytic Therapist (CAT). Further information re: Cognitive Analytical Therapy is available at www.acat.me.co.uk
Office is near:
Lincoln LN1 & Online

Martin James Smith
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified
Verified
I have been in private practice for over 20 years specialising in anxiety issues as well as helping people with
depression
, sleep and stress related issues. My approach is a solution focused one which looks at how to help you move on quickly and effectively. I utilise a range of techniques with the focus on looking at things that work for you and help you feel better as quickly and effectively as possible.

David Langdown
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
From stress, anxiety and
depression
, to challenges around pregnancy and parenting, illness and bereavement, relationships, addiction and even suicide.
We dream of success, money, holidays, happy families and good health, but life doesn't always go to plan. When we are hit with the unexpected, a loss, a relationship that goes wrong, unbearable work pressures, troubled by unresolved experiences of the past or hopelessness about the future, our mental health is affected. We can feel sad, overwhelmed, fearful. We lose confidence and self-esteem. Our physical health suffers too and we can become dependent on medication, alcohol or other non-prescribed solutions. Counselling is a way out, providing support in a confidential, non-judgmental, understanding and empathetic relationship.

Laura Marie Hancock
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Specialist areas of work include negative, irrational thoughts, personal development, low self-esteem/self-worth, bereavement,
depression
, stress, anxiety, confidence, assertiveness work and relationship issues.
As a Registered Counsellor Of BACP and a wellbeing therapist, I have the privilege of supporting clients through their journeys of self-discovery, which is an honour to do so. I offer a safe, confidential and empathetic space. You can be rest assured there is no judgement here. Life can sometimes be uneasy, unsettled and often traumatic, this can lead us to feel stuck and at times lost. Counselling is an aid to help you recognise and empower yourself back to a functioning and fulfilled life. My aim is to offer you support you. Additionally, I offer live 121 coaching and online courses please visit academy.mindbloomcoaching.co.uk

Rachael Ward- Therapy For Individuals And Couples
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I will work with you to address issues such as
depression
, anxiety, grief, past and present experiences, a lack of confidence in self and relationship difficulties. Would it help you to learn more about yourself, and how you relate to others? I am a qualified & experienced Therapist, Couples Counsellor and Supervisor. I offer a professional service from my home in a quiet location. I specialise in improving the relationships whilst reducing symptoms of low mood, isolation and anxiety. I focus on processing difficult emotions, exploring unhelpful patterns, improving communication and developing awareness and confidence in yourself.

Andrelax
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified
Verified
I deal with all issues:
depression
, anxiety, relaxation, panic disorders, phobias, school refusal, anger, PTSD, OCD, public speaking, children, well-being, grief counselling, relationship counselling and adoloscents.
Human givens practitioners offer practical, solution-focused help that deals with mental and emotional distress in the here and now. They won’t waste time just endlessly listening to you or attempting to dredge up real or imagined miserable memories from the past. Nor do they deal in time-wasting so-called voyages of ‘self-discovery’… Their psychotherapy training ensures that they have a sound body of evidence-based knowledge and the proven skills to help both adults and children as quickly as possible with a wide variety of emotional and behavioural difficulties.

Lorna Day Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I work with bereavement and loss, anxiety and
depression
, divorce.
I have trained to counsel my clients online. I know from the work that I have done that it helps people to talk to someone like me. Maybe this is because you don’t know me personally so it is easier to talk of what is bothering you. I can work with you so that you can resolve issues, learn ways of coping , talk about what is upsetting you and get on with the rest of your life feeling more peaceful and less stressed . I work with many issues some of which include bereavement, loss, anger, anxiety,
depression
, relationships, divorce, sadness. I also work with work related stress and trauma / PTSD.

Hidden Gem Psychology Service
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about trauma-informed care and utilise a whole-person approach. Trauma can often underpin common mental health difficulties, and I can work with you to process the source of your difficulties and/or focus on your current symptomology. You may wish to focus on your current experiences of
depression
, anxiety, etc., or wish to address the underlying difficulties that have led to these. I also have a keen interest in complex trauma, dissociation, childhood emotional neglect, medically unexplained symptoms, functional neurological disorder, chronic pain, chronic fatigue and other physical difficulties.
Not accepting new clients

Luke Nichol
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I aim to help people reduce anxiety and
depression
and navigate life problems.
Thank you for stopping by, and welcome, I'm Luke. You may be going through some tough times or want to make a lasting change. As your therapist, you can expect me to provide the right skills, compassion and support to help you achieve your well-being goals. I am a fully qualified and regulated counsellor and psychotherapist. I offer video call and phone sessions from the comfort of your own home.
Waitlist for new clients

Safe Hands Clinic
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am particularly interested in helping people heal and improve their relationships both with themselves and others. I will help you make the changes you desire in your life and help you become more comfortable and content in your relationship with yourself. As you do this there will be a natural progression towards healing and improving your relationships with others. As you reconnect with yourself and others you will gain contentment and purpose in your life. Therapy will help if your needs are more complex too. For example if you suffer from post traumatic stress disorder,
depression
, long-term anxiety or personality disorders.
Not accepting new clients
Tracy Tuffs
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
I work with a variety of issues, Anxiety,
Depression
, bereavement and loss, relationship issues, sexual issues.
Hi, looking for a counsellor can be difficult but if you are looking for someone who is empathic, will listen and will try to help you make sense of your feelings in order to make changes or informed choices to improve your future then I am here. I work with children, young people, individuals and couples. I am a Integrative counsellor using the most appropriate theoretical modality suited to you and your needs. I work with a variety of issues from bereavement, anxiety, relationship issues and sexual issues. If you would like to know more contact me and following an assessment session we can decide on the best way forward.

The healing cottage
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified
Verified
Hello, my name is Daisy. I offer art therapy in a safe, peaceful space working with young people and adults. I am a fully qualified Art Psychotherapist, registered with the HCPC and a full member of the BAAT. I am passionate about healing people, being able to support them and aid them to live more content lives with a prospect of a more positive future. Since the pandemic there has been an understandable rise in reports of anxiety and
depression
. If this is something you or a loved one is facing, I would like to help you through this.
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Depression Counsellors
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.