Creative Therapy Counselling in Loughborough

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Mel Wilson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Welcome to my practice, where I bring together the precision of science and the warmth of compassion to facilitate profound self-exploration and enhance our understanding of relationships. I am an Integrative Therapist and Evolutionary Psychologist, dedicated to guiding individuals, families, and young minds on a journey of personal growth and connection. In my therapeutic approach, I firmly believe in the transformative power of blending scientific insights with empathetic understanding. By creatively combining these elements, we embark on a unique exploration into the intricacies of ourselves and the dynamics of our relationships.
Welcome to my practice, where I bring together the precision of science and the warmth of compassion to facilitate profound self-exploration and enhance our understanding of relationships. I am an Integrative Therapist and Evolutionary Psychologist, dedicated to guiding individuals, families, and young minds on a journey of personal growth and connection. In my therapeutic approach, I firmly believe in the transformative power of blending scientific insights with empathetic understanding. By creatively combining these elements, we embark on a unique exploration into the intricacies of ourselves and the dynamics of our relationships.
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Odette Andre
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Art therapy enables exploring the art work together to discover their journey to wellness.
You do not need a diagnosis to attend art therapy. I have specialism with working with individuals who have/experienced:- trauma and loss, domestic abuse, ADHD, Autism, behaviour that challenges, School refusers, Self-harm , Suicidal thoughts, Anxiety, Depression, Adults with learning disabilities, Non- verbal individuals, SEND children, sleep issues
Art therapy enables exploring the art work together to discover their journey to wellness.
You do not need a diagnosis to attend art therapy. I have specialism with working with individuals who have/experienced:- trauma and loss, domestic abuse, ADHD, Autism, behaviour that challenges, School refusers, Self-harm , Suicidal thoughts, Anxiety, Depression, Adults with learning disabilities, Non- verbal individuals, SEND children, sleep issues
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The Purple House Clinic, Leicester
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
At The Purple House Clinic Leicester, we understand how overwhelming life can feel when you’re struggling with your mental health or your child’s well-being. Many of our clients come to us feeling anxious, low, stuck, or unsure where to turn. Others are coping with the impact of trauma, relationship struggles, or difficulties with eating or behaviour. What they all share is a hope for change - to feel calmer, more in control, and to reconnect with the things that matter most. We’re here to offer a safe space and expert support on that journey.
At The Purple House Clinic Leicester, we understand how overwhelming life can feel when you’re struggling with your mental health or your child’s well-being. Many of our clients come to us feeling anxious, low, stuck, or unsure where to turn. Others are coping with the impact of trauma, relationship struggles, or difficulties with eating or behaviour. What they all share is a hope for change - to feel calmer, more in control, and to reconnect with the things that matter most. We’re here to offer a safe space and expert support on that journey.
0116 380 5646 View 0116 380 5646
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Kerry Atkins
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Hi my name is Kerry, Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. You may be here after experiencing a big stress or trauma, you may be wanting to explore past experiences, or perhaps you just need a safe space to talk and be heard. Whatever the reason you have decided to start therapy, we can work on this together. By providing a safe, non-judgemental and warm environment, we can explore this together so that you feel heard and understood but most importantly, that you have a better understanding of yourself and your needs, helping you work towards your goals, whatever they may be.
Hi my name is Kerry, Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. You may be here after experiencing a big stress or trauma, you may be wanting to explore past experiences, or perhaps you just need a safe space to talk and be heard. Whatever the reason you have decided to start therapy, we can work on this together. By providing a safe, non-judgemental and warm environment, we can explore this together so that you feel heard and understood but most importantly, that you have a better understanding of yourself and your needs, helping you work towards your goals, whatever they may be.
0116 493 0964 View 0116 493 0964
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Sarah Nash
Counsellor, UKCP Trainee
1 Endorsed
Hi, I'm Sarah. I'm a warm and compassionate therapist who offers a non-judgemental, neuro-affirming space where you can feel accepted and be yourself! Having a safe and supportive place to feel heard and explore what you need in life or your relationships, can be so healing, especially if your experiences have left you feeling unseen, alone or misunderstood. Whatever brings you to therapy, we can take the time to understand it together, at a pace that is right for you.
Hi, I'm Sarah. I'm a warm and compassionate therapist who offers a non-judgemental, neuro-affirming space where you can feel accepted and be yourself! Having a safe and supportive place to feel heard and explore what you need in life or your relationships, can be so healing, especially if your experiences have left you feeling unseen, alone or misunderstood. Whatever brings you to therapy, we can take the time to understand it together, at a pace that is right for you.
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Molly Hancock
Counsellor, UKCP Trainee
I offer a warm and supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and accepted. I understand that reaching out for counselling can feel daunting, and taking that first step is often one of the hardest parts. My priority is to create a safe and trusting environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly, at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
I offer a warm and supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and accepted. I understand that reaching out for counselling can feel daunting, and taking that first step is often one of the hardest parts. My priority is to create a safe and trusting environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly, at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
0116 493 0977 View 0116 493 0977
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Open Book Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
It’s scary admitting to yourself that you need help; and that you’re struggling with whatever is causing you to feel unhappy, dysregulated or distressed. Due to stigma, people feel that they can only access therapy when they are at breaking point; when in fact you can access therapy whenever you need to. My background is in working with abuse survivors, and those who have experienced trauma. As a result I work with narcissism, depression, low self esteem, shame, loneliness, hopelessness, grief & loss, anger, self harm and suicidal feelings as well as a broad range of other factors and experiences clients bring to their sessions.
It’s scary admitting to yourself that you need help; and that you’re struggling with whatever is causing you to feel unhappy, dysregulated or distressed. Due to stigma, people feel that they can only access therapy when they are at breaking point; when in fact you can access therapy whenever you need to. My background is in working with abuse survivors, and those who have experienced trauma. As a result I work with narcissism, depression, low self esteem, shame, loneliness, hopelessness, grief & loss, anger, self harm and suicidal feelings as well as a broad range of other factors and experiences clients bring to their sessions.
07527 493460 View 07527 493460
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Sam Howell
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Welcome. I am a humanistic creative arts therapist. BA(Hons) Humanistic Counselling Practice. The roots of my practice stem from my belief that a caring, non-judgemental attitude in a safe space is core to nurturing mental wellbeing. For over 10 years I have therapeutically helped adults and young people 13+. I align therapy to your strengths and interests and can bring my love of folklore, nature and creativity into our work. Neurodiverse are welcome. Counselling is held online or in person. Trainee counsellor discount available. Life can be a puzzle, unfair and sometimes we struggle. And that's ok. Therapy can help.
Welcome. I am a humanistic creative arts therapist. BA(Hons) Humanistic Counselling Practice. The roots of my practice stem from my belief that a caring, non-judgemental attitude in a safe space is core to nurturing mental wellbeing. For over 10 years I have therapeutically helped adults and young people 13+. I align therapy to your strengths and interests and can bring my love of folklore, nature and creativity into our work. Neurodiverse are welcome. Counselling is held online or in person. Trainee counsellor discount available. Life can be a puzzle, unfair and sometimes we struggle. And that's ok. Therapy can help.
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Isobel Milne
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Post Graduate in Art Therapy.
As an integrative counsellor I take a flexible approach to your therapy needs; be they goal-led, strategic, meditative, creative - or all of these. I work one-to-one and with small groups - at your home, work or social setting - and by telephone.
Post Graduate in Art Therapy.
As an integrative counsellor I take a flexible approach to your therapy needs; be they goal-led, strategic, meditative, creative - or all of these. I work one-to-one and with small groups - at your home, work or social setting - and by telephone.
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Claire L Newman
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Online Only
Welcome! You may be seeking a therapist, counsellor, or coach to address a specific issue, heal from past experiences, or explore a general sense that something isn’t quite right. Talking in confidence can help you discover who you are and make self-loving, empowered choices. Therapy and counselling foster self-awareness, emotional healing, and resilience, reconnecting you with your innate self-worth. Life coaching helps clear unconscious patterns, set meaningful goals, and take action toward a fulfilling, nourishing life.
Welcome! You may be seeking a therapist, counsellor, or coach to address a specific issue, heal from past experiences, or explore a general sense that something isn’t quite right. Talking in confidence can help you discover who you are and make self-loving, empowered choices. Therapy and counselling foster self-awareness, emotional healing, and resilience, reconnecting you with your innate self-worth. Life coaching helps clear unconscious patterns, set meaningful goals, and take action toward a fulfilling, nourishing life.
01604 954296 View 01604 954296
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Under the Willow Counselling and Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Ella - the integrative counsellor behind Under the Willow Counselling and Therapy. Have you ever felt unseen, unheard, misunderstood? Has this made you feel alone, lost, or disconnected from yourself? Maybe you have developed anxiety or depression, relationships have become tense, work is unmanageable, or you have poor coping skills. You are not alone in this.
Hi, I'm Ella - the integrative counsellor behind Under the Willow Counselling and Therapy. Have you ever felt unseen, unheard, misunderstood? Has this made you feel alone, lost, or disconnected from yourself? Maybe you have developed anxiety or depression, relationships have become tense, work is unmanageable, or you have poor coping skills. You are not alone in this.
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Jo Burrows
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
I offer one to one counselling for children and young people aged 5-24 years of age. Counselling is delivered one to one, face to face or online counselling to clients experiencing a range of mental health difficulties related to trauma, domestic abuse, emotional distress, stress, low mood, anxiety, low self-esteem, childhood abuse, symptoms associated with Neurodiversity, lack of confidence and those who self-harm and/or have suicidal thoughts/feelings.
I offer one to one counselling for children and young people aged 5-24 years of age. Counselling is delivered one to one, face to face or online counselling to clients experiencing a range of mental health difficulties related to trauma, domestic abuse, emotional distress, stress, low mood, anxiety, low self-esteem, childhood abuse, symptoms associated with Neurodiversity, lack of confidence and those who self-harm and/or have suicidal thoughts/feelings.
01664 490894 View 01664 490894
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Neil Martin Counselling and Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
2 Endorsed
I work with people who feel anxious, low, or stuck, often as a result of early life experiences that continue to affect their confidence, relationships, and sense of direction. Many of my clients also feel burned out or exhausted from coping on their own. With over 25 years’ experience in children and family social care, I bring a deep understanding of how early experiences shape how we see ourselves, relate to others, and cope in everyday life.
I work with people who feel anxious, low, or stuck, often as a result of early life experiences that continue to affect their confidence, relationships, and sense of direction. Many of my clients also feel burned out or exhausted from coping on their own. With over 25 years’ experience in children and family social care, I bring a deep understanding of how early experiences shape how we see ourselves, relate to others, and cope in everyday life.
0116 497 6680 View 0116 497 6680
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Silvervine Psychology
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I am Dr Liz Pennington, Consultant Clinical Psychologist. I work with adults and young people (13+) across a broad range of mental health difficulties including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, adjustment to life events and PTSD (including Complex PTSD). I spent over 15 years in the NHS working with severe and enduring mental health difficulties, as well as within a specialist trauma service. I have a particular interest in therapeutic work with survivors of childhood trauma, sexual trauma, and intimate partner violence. I also work with young people who have experienced a traumatic start to life.
I am Dr Liz Pennington, Consultant Clinical Psychologist. I work with adults and young people (13+) across a broad range of mental health difficulties including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, adjustment to life events and PTSD (including Complex PTSD). I spent over 15 years in the NHS working with severe and enduring mental health difficulties, as well as within a specialist trauma service. I have a particular interest in therapeutic work with survivors of childhood trauma, sexual trauma, and intimate partner violence. I also work with young people who have experienced a traumatic start to life.
01780 431037 View 01780 431037
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Caroline Patrick
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
I have over 20 years’ experience working as a therapist with children, young people, and adults. During this time, I have worked across a range of settings, supporting individuals facing a variety of life challenges that have led them to seek therapeutic support. These challenges include adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), domestic violence, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and self-harm. In my work, I explore how past experiences and historical trauma may have shaped unhelpful behavioural patterns. By helping clients become more aware of these patterns, I support them in recognising, understanding, and working through them
I have over 20 years’ experience working as a therapist with children, young people, and adults. During this time, I have worked across a range of settings, supporting individuals facing a variety of life challenges that have led them to seek therapeutic support. These challenges include adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), domestic violence, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and self-harm. In my work, I explore how past experiences and historical trauma may have shaped unhelpful behavioural patterns. By helping clients become more aware of these patterns, I support them in recognising, understanding, and working through them
0121 816 1271 View 0121 816 1271
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Ruth Gwendoline Tinsdeall
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Lichfield WS14
Hi there! Do you need to talk to someone who will not judge you and will try to understand things from your point of view? I want to help you by providing a safe place to explore your unique situation with you. You may have experienced trauma, you may be grieving the loss of a loved one, or you may want to talk about your relationships. Whatever issues you bring, please be assured that I will welcome and support you. I offer a wheelchair-friendly room and welcome anyone with physical disabilities, and I adapt the therapy I offer to suit the needs of anyone with autism or ADHD. Email me now for a free consultation!
Hi there! Do you need to talk to someone who will not judge you and will try to understand things from your point of view? I want to help you by providing a safe place to explore your unique situation with you. You may have experienced trauma, you may be grieving the loss of a loved one, or you may want to talk about your relationships. Whatever issues you bring, please be assured that I will welcome and support you. I offer a wheelchair-friendly room and welcome anyone with physical disabilities, and I adapt the therapy I offer to suit the needs of anyone with autism or ADHD. Email me now for a free consultation!
01543 396284 View 01543 396284
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honeybee counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Nuneaton CV11
My background is of a long standing NHS Professional who is dedicated to caring for others. I became a counsellor because it was an alternative way to help people and to build on a profession I love but within a different area. My focus is on creating a safe, non-judgemental and compassionate space where you can fully express, explore and experiment with any feelings, thoughts and emotions that you may be struggling with.
My background is of a long standing NHS Professional who is dedicated to caring for others. I became a counsellor because it was an alternative way to help people and to build on a profession I love but within a different area. My focus is on creating a safe, non-judgemental and compassionate space where you can fully express, explore and experiment with any feelings, thoughts and emotions that you may be struggling with.
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Tatiana Cantaud
Psychologist, MA, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
I am deeply passionate about my work, creatively integrating the realms of Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy to understand an individual holistically. I have transfered my practice from Paris to the UK in 2019 with an appreciation of the culture's richness and differences. Proficient in French and English, I welcome individuals in their unique perception of the world supporting them in the expression of their subjectivity. I provide psychological support, dealing with life's moments of distress and mental health variations.
I am deeply passionate about my work, creatively integrating the realms of Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy to understand an individual holistically. I have transfered my practice from Paris to the UK in 2019 with an appreciation of the culture's richness and differences. Proficient in French and English, I welcome individuals in their unique perception of the world supporting them in the expression of their subjectivity. I provide psychological support, dealing with life's moments of distress and mental health variations.
020 4634 3958 View 020 4634 3958
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Karine Harber
Psychotherapist, MSc
5 Endorsed
I integrate art, play, movement, role play, and storytelling into my work with young people and children.
Extensive experience working with children in diverse settings, including nurseries, schools, hospitals, and care homes. Expertise in dance movement therapy, incorporating movement as a therapeutic tool. Strong understanding of developmental and attachment theories, allowing for a holistic approach to therapy.
I integrate art, play, movement, role play, and storytelling into my work with young people and children.
Extensive experience working with children in diverse settings, including nurseries, schools, hospitals, and care homes. Expertise in dance movement therapy, incorporating movement as a therapeutic tool. Strong understanding of developmental and attachment theories, allowing for a holistic approach to therapy.
0117 463 2156 View 0117 463 2156
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Evelyn McDonald
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Life can feel overwhelming at times. Whether you’re finding it hard to cope, living with long-term illness or pain, navigating Autism (diagnosed or not), or processing trauma, loss, or bullying — you don’t have to go through it alone. I provide a warm, non-judgemental and confidential space where you can feel safe to talk, be heard, and express yourself. I can help you untangle what is going on, so you can feel calmer and more in control. I believe real progress happens when you feel safe with someone and that's what I aim to create.
Life can feel overwhelming at times. Whether you’re finding it hard to cope, living with long-term illness or pain, navigating Autism (diagnosed or not), or processing trauma, loss, or bullying — you don’t have to go through it alone. I provide a warm, non-judgemental and confidential space where you can feel safe to talk, be heard, and express yourself. I can help you untangle what is going on, so you can feel calmer and more in control. I believe real progress happens when you feel safe with someone and that's what I aim to create.
0115 647 3029 View 0115 647 3029

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Creative Therapy Counsellors
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.

Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.

How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.

What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.