LGBTQ+ Counselling in Liverpool

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Ben Stimpson
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
Currently Accepting New Online Clients (18+) - Are you facing an issue you need support with? Are you looking for a safe and affirmative environment to do that work? I am informed in the following queer specific needs: polyamorous relationships; intersectional identities (BIPOC, Religious Minorities); contemporary subcultures such as kink, gaming, drag; gender identities and sexual identities; immigrant experiences; neurodivergence & learning disabilities; and STI informed. I am an LGBT / Queer identified counsellor and specialize in working with personal narrative and core beliefs.
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Liverpool L1
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Andi Lee Smart
Psychologist, CPsychol
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have specialised in supporting the lesbian , gay , bisexual , transgender and queer + community for 10 years.
Life can throw many diverse challenges at us: for example loss, crisis and/or change that can cause us to question our sense of direction. I believe that within these challenging times we have the ability to grow and develop – even flourish – through exploring how the emotional, psychological and physical self are interconnected – the way in which one area feeds into another. This path of exploration often requires us to delve into our internal and external worlds: who we are, our authentic selves, others around us as well as the world in which we live.
01454 804785
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Liverpool L1
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Marley Raven
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I mainly work with LGBTQ + adults who wish to meet a counsellor where those aspects of their identity will not be unnecessarily questioned or looked at, but can be spoken about respectfully and safely. I aim to offer you a sense of hope and empowerment, along with techniques you could use in your life to enhance or help you cope with your experience of existence. I can support you to explore whatever is going on in your life such as stress, grief (including for loss of pets), exploring gender identity, exploring sexuality, body image, anxiety or depression.
01392 531594
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Liverpool L10
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Philip Anthony Counselling
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Also extensive experience with LGBTQ + people; This includes identity, relationships, internalised homophobia, coming out (or not), sexual identity (including kink Aware etc.
Talking about personal issues can be difficult but I am here to support your individual needs. I work with children up to 17 years old, young people, adults and couples. Contacting a counsellor can scary if you have never done it before, but please be assured we will move at your own speed in your own time. You can contact me via email or phone, then decide after the free initial consultation if you want to continue. Concessions for up to and including 17 years old & students. (Student I.D required). Couples Face to Face only. Individuals face to face, zoom or phone.
01663 798323
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Stephen Griffiths Swgcounselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am a Counsellor based in Greater Manchester offering online sessions. Life can be challenging, and in places it can feel intolerable and overwhelming it can be difficult to know where to start unravelling this, how to make changes, what changes, if any, we need to make, and to try to make sense of why we feel the way that we do. This can be a very painful experience but however dark it may be today, doesn't mean tomorrow won't be lighter, counselling can offer an opportunity to be heard and to be understood. I work with clients from all backgrounds but have particular experience working with Addiction and with LGBT + issues.
01707 247146
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Liverpool L1
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Louise Tully
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am interested in gender and sexuality, I work with clients who are exploring their gender or who identify as non-binary, gender fluid, gender queer .
Many of us are feeling overwhelmed right now. It may be that you want to make some changes in your life or need some support in order to help you see things more clearly and identify ways forward. The COVID pandemic has impacted on us all in a variety of ways, bringing huge anxiety, stresses, change and loss. I offer a safe, supportive, confidential environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without feeling judged. I work with young people and adults, face to face and I am qualified to work online via video or email/message.
01923 961522
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Liverpool L17
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Dave Chambers
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have received additional training in working with clients from the Black, Asian and LGBTQ + communities, and use affirmative practice.
I am a qualified person-centred counsellor and psychotherapist based in Manchester, offering online counselling to individuals and couples in the UK. My approach is warm and friendly and I work with care and compassion. I offer a safe space, free from judgement, where you can be yourself and explore any issues that may be causing confusion, discomfort or distress. You will decide what we talk about and we will always work at a pace that is comfortable for you. It is important that you feel at ease working with me, so I offer a free first session (50 minutes), so you can see how I work and decide whether you wish to continue.
01707 244854
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Rachel Kaye
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I mainly work with LGBTQ + clients and those who have always felt different in some way. You might be looking for help because you are experiencing anxiety, relationship challenges, difficulties making decisions or setting boundaries. It might seem like you have too many overwhelming feelings, or rarely any feelings at all. Maybe you’ve always felt a bit different from other people, almost as if everyone else got the manual on how to be a functioning adult and you didn’t. At times you might even begin to suspect that there’s something fundamentally wrong with you.
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Just Human Therapies
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
I have an extensive background of working with a diverse range of clients and the issues they present, and I have particular areas of expertise in trauma, including (but not limited to); domestic abuse, gender and sexuality based violence, women and non binary issues, the LGBTQIA + community, self harm, self esteem and feelings about worth.
I am a fully qualified, person-centred counsellor and a clinical hypnotherapist, registered with the BACP. I always work with my clients in a way that allows them to feel safe, valued and respected. I facilitate spaces that allow my clients to lead sessions and explore their feelings in a non judgemental and confidential environment. Together we work to reach their best self, both psychologically and physiologically, no matter what their concerns are.
0151 318 0469
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Liverpool L8
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Gem Sheinman
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I am a qualified Psychotherapeutic Counsellor who practises person centred and transactional analysis therapy. I am a LGBTQ + identified therapist, and I specialise in working with Queer people to negotiate relationships, lives and family dynamics. I understand that our intersecting identities impact our lived experience, and I work with you to fully understand your identity so that we can best work together towards a fuller, more authentic and enriching life.
0191 917 4514
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Liverpool L1
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Stephanie Anne Edwards
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have many years of experience working with female, male and transgender clients, my role is to help process your life experiences differently.
I believe each of us have the capacity to grow to reach our true potential. What can influence or inhibit our positive growth? Our life experiences are affected by childhood events, our relationships with parents. siblings, other family members, friendships, work etc, Our soil can be contaminated by others in our lives when we experience childhood trauma, grief, loss, shame and witnessing violence. being in abusive relationships, life and death situations. These experiences influence us as we grow up, our emotions, our beliefs, our thoughts and our behaviours. This can make us feel depressed, anxious, derailed and scared.
07723 441602
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Shaunagh Parkes
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Welcome! My name is Shaunagh and I am an experienced Integrative Therapist based in Cheshire. I have worked as a counsellor within primary care settings, employment assistance programmes and private practice. I have also spent 2 years as a volunteer counsellor for local charities. As a result I have had the privilege of gaining experience in a variety and severity of mental health complaints. I have the most experience working with anxiety, relationship issues, grief/loss and LGBTQ + issues. I also have experience working with depression/low mood, trauma, family conflict, life transitions, self-harm, self-esteem and stress.
0151 453 0034
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Liverpool L17
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Emma Haslam
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Taking the first step to meet a therapist may feel daunting, yet it can be so rewarding by helping you learn about yourself and what has brought you here. Therapy is a vital component in an individual’s growth and self-awareness. Many people seek therapy for several reasons, whether its anxiety, bereavement, trauma, stress and many other reasons that can be explored and worked through, with someone beside you, supporting you. It is your space and time, that can be used exploring whatever you wish to bring. My hope is to be someone you can reveal your true self to, without feeling judged, but to feel heard, understood and accepted.
01925 989951
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Liverpool L1
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Simon Lewis
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about trauma informed practice: making every effort to understand the impact of people’s lived experiences on their daily lives. My approach is based on psychological formulation, to make sense of what a person is experiencing, and then using a range of integrated approaches to help people to make changes. I care about empowering individuals to live the lives they want to live, and take a very human and empathic approach to working with people's distress.
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Liverpool L26
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Equilibrium Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Verified
Verified
I am a Registered Mental Health Nurse with 30 years experience and trained as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, completing my Postgraduate Diploma in CBT at The University of Salford. I am particularly experienced and skilled in working with people suffering from anxiety, depression and trauma related problems. Additionally i have spcific experience of helping adults with ADHD who need help to manage symptoms such as problems with organisation, time management, organisation, planning and anger management.
0151 318 0852
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Liverpool L2
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Luke Stevenson
MA
I am a somatic-focused, psychotherapist who has been working in the mental health sector since 2016. I hold a strong belief in working with bodily held emotions and memories, making use of authentic movement exploration and the use of creative tasks; such as drawing, object relational projection to support the therapeutic process of the client. I am experienced in a wide range of client needs, which spans from Low level anxiety to high intensity PTSD. My main focus is to support my clients to engage in the present to reach their full potential.
01767 669817
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Liverpool L2
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Robin Altwarg
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
My expertise lies in the areas of social anxiety, low self-esteem and low self-confidence. I provide counselling for individual adults. Sessions take place in a caring and professional environment, which is sufficiently challenging to effect change. Working together we can help you gain a better understanding of yourself, to overcome obstacles in your life, and reach your goals. I work with people on a wide range of issues. The quality of the therapeutic relationship contributes to a positive outcome in counselling, which is very important in my work.
0151 317 9127
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Liverpool L1
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Pure Thoughts Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have been where you are. Feels a little scary doesn't it? Taking those first tentative steps towards the life you know deep down that you really deserve. Let me tell you, that the hardest and bravest decision you have already made; to seek professional help and advice. From here on, you need not feel alone. We will work though your troubles and life's complications together. I will be committed to your recovery, supporting you whole heartedly throughout your journey of inner discovery.
01603 361333
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Steve John Briggs
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I am an experienced and qualified psychotherapist with an advanced diploma in client centred counselling . I have worked for many years with adults and young people in private practice, the voluntary sector, and as a counsellor within the NHS primary care service. I work creatively in a way that suits each individual. The way you feel may interfere with your every day life and talking about the things that trouble you will help. You may be troubled by something in the past or the present. The way you feel may interfere with your every day life and relationships stopping you reaching your full potential . talking is proven to help.
023 8214 5919
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Liverpool L10
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Empower Therapy Online
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
We are all unique individuals with distinct goals, needs and perspectives. Integrative therapy is a very effective modality due to its flexibility and individualisation. Together we will explore solutions and interventions to assist you to cope with problems. You can decide on a therapy pace that is comfortable for you. In order to have more control over your thoughts, feelings, and actions, we will examine them more closely. work on how you can change those that are having a negative impact on your life. I take pride in providing a confidential service that is person-centered. The client is always the focus in my practice.
028 9694 3446
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What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?

Therapists, psychologists, and counsellors are all licensed mental health professionals. In many countries, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counsellor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counsellors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.

What type of therapist is right for me?

Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist, psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counsellor who can offer short-term, targeted support.

Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?

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What type of therapy is right for me?

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Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?

Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.