Substance Use Counselling in Loughborough

I am passionate about counselling and what offering you a safe, non judgemental space can do to explore those internal conflicts impacting your life. I am fully aware, that your anxiety can spike at the thought of talking therapy, so making that appointment can be very difficult. I can offer you a free informal, face to face or telephone chat to see how I work might help you. Your safety and care is my highest priority.

In just a few sessions of therapy or coaching I can help you to gain clarity and freedom of mind overcoming difficult symptoms, behaviours and habits leading to more peace of mind. ​ Every person, no matter what their circumstances, has mental well-being within them but they innocently lose touch with it through a misunderstanding about how life works and where our experiences and feelings come from. ​ I'm passionate about helping people understand their true nature and how the human 'system' works so that they can reach their highest potential, increase contentment and make effortless change. ​ I work with adults.

Finding a therapist starts with you and your needs. You may arrive with a sense of overwhelm, loss or anxiety, perhaps desiring change but without knowing how or believing you can. We can work together to explore how you feel, think and behave, and find a way to bring you back to your authentic self. I am able to work with adults and older teenagers (16+), as well as those training to be Psychotherapists themselves, and have a broad experience of short and long term work, presenting issues and ages, diagnoses and personalities.

I’m passionate about helping you make more of your life, whether you want to work on a personal, psychological, relationship or spiritual issues or to find more meaning, fulfilment, purpose and happiness in life. I have a Masters degree (with Distinction) in Person-Centred Counselling & Psychotherapy Practice. I offer short and longer term counselling and psychotherapy. My clients are equally men, women and couples of many professions, occupations and nationalities, aged 18 or much older. I counsel UK and overseas clients. I also offer Person-Centred Couples Counselling, and Supervision to other counsellors and professionals.

Psychological Therapy - Remote/In Person - Spring 2023 availability. 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.

Many of my clients have previously seen a lot of mental health professionals and are still struggling to cope with their ongoing psychologically symptoms. They have never dared hope that a “normal” life is possible without having to be constrained by the constant chatter in their head. They have put up with many toxic relationships work issues and family issues all in the belief that this is as good as it gets for them. To be able to be in control and manage their psychological symptoms in all situations is the goal of most of my patients which enables them to lead their best life.

Are you experiencing difficult thoughts and feelings such as anxiety, depression, anger and/or sadness? Do you perhaps find it hard to talk about what is going on for you with people around you including your loved ones? You may be noticing that the way you are coping is not helping you to feel better in the long term. I strongly believe that everyone deserves a chance to learn how to manage difficult things that are going on for them, and to move forward to a place where they can feel positive and their mind is at ease. I can work with you collaboratively, and help you to achieve your goals.

Hello, thanks for viewing my profile, I hope i can help. I am a person-centred, psychotherapist, with experience in both the voluntary and private sectors. This includes running my own practice from home, as well as more than four years working for an organisation supporting male survivors of sexual abuse. Additionally I work as an associate independent practitioner at a private practice in Leicester city centre. I also carry out some work for an organisation that provides counselling for current and retired sports men and women.

Deciding to come for counselling can be a hard decision to make however, it can be very beneficial in improving how you think and feel about the difficulty that you are experiencing enabling you to find a solution that best suits your needs. My aim is to offer a service that is unique to you by actively listening to your concerns in a safe environment that is genuine, understanding and accepting: I acknowledge that it takes courage to ask for this support. I have worked with a variety of different clients, all in different ways, where I endeavour to meet their needs just as I would endeavour to meet yours.

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.

I understand how difficult it can be to decide to seek help. This is why I offer a no cost first session to see if you can feel comfortable with me. I am very experienced and approachable and I have helped many people get through difficult times. Anxiety can feel overwhelming. It can lead to physical symptoms of panic, nervous tension, sweating and breathlessness and it can be difficult to think clearly. "What-if" thinking takes over and negativity sets in. I can help you break out of this cycle of doubt by working on restoring your coping skills.

Offering specialist level, individualised therapy and treatment to address underlying reason's behind addiction to drug & alcohol. Working through anxiety, depression, emotional & psychological trauma, and the pain and suffering of addiction; to improve one's quality of life. Helping clients reach their goals. Counselling allows clients to overcome triggers and take the positive steps in their recovery journey. Working on relapse prevention techniques. Challenging negative or unhelpful thought processes that may cause replace. Talking through behaviour change techniques, assessing health risks and tackling cravings and obstacles.

It’s scary admitting to yourself that you need help; and that you’re struggling with whatever is causing you to feel unhappy 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 counselling whenever you need to. My background is in working with abuse survivors; adults and children; and those who have experienced trauma. As a result I work with 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.

Hi! Looking through reams of therapists can be a bit overwhelming. You may be searching as you feel you need some 'help', life just feels too much, you may feel overwhelmed, feel stuck or find you are repeating unhealthy patterns of behaviour. Reaching out can be the first step of your journey - this can be immensely liberating. I am a Counsellor and Psychotherapist with many years of experience and I would like to make this process as easy and gentle as possible, for what could be the first step towards a healthier and happier you.

I am a qualified relational, developmental integrative psychotherapist. My therapeutic approach reflects my humanistic philosophy, acknowledging the autonomy and uniqueness of the individual. At any time in our lives, we may encounter issues or events we find difficult to cope with. Finding our way can be lonely, frightening and deeply challenging. Working collaboratively, my aim is to provide a safe, warm, accepting environment for you to explore your experiences, concerns and needs, offering an empathic, compassionate, non-judgemental and genuine relational experience to help facilitate greater self-awareness, healing and change.

My name is Zahra, I use a variety of skills and tailor therapy exclusively for you to help you work through your difficulties and move forwards . Using CBT we can explore deep rooted feelings, how they affect your life and how to make a change. We can build on resilience and provide you with a toolbox of strategies and techniques to handle whatever life throws at you and make lasting improvements. You can begin to break the cycle of repetitive, challenging and destructive behaviours and feelings. You will gain insight into your intrusive thoughts and negative thinking and how to challenge them and revolutionise your thinking.