Transgender Counselling in Loughborough

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Cheryl Dunn
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Online Only
Welcome to my profile, my name is Cheryl, I am a qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist which simply means that I can work with people using an Integrative Approach. By using Psychodynamic, Person/Centred, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Brief therapies to work through any issues allows me to come alongside you on your journey of healing. I would like to encourage anyone who is experiencing challenges in life for whatever reason. You might feel that you are not on the right path at the moment. Perhaps you want a safe secure place to explore past or present issues.
Welcome to my profile, my name is Cheryl, I am a qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist which simply means that I can work with people using an Integrative Approach. By using Psychodynamic, Person/Centred, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Brief therapies to work through any issues allows me to come alongside you on your journey of healing. I would like to encourage anyone who is experiencing challenges in life for whatever reason. You might feel that you are not on the right path at the moment. Perhaps you want a safe secure place to explore past or present issues.
0116 493 0801 View 0116 493 0801
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Louise Needham
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
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.
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.
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Dr Keith Abbott
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP Accred
I’m passionate about helping you make more of your life, whether you want to work on personal, psychological, relationship, mental health 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 long term counselling and psychotherapy, and counselling supervision. I help men, women and couples of many professions, occupations and nationalities, from 18 upwards in UK and (online) overseas. I provide individual sessions, couples sessions and am a qualified counselling supervisor.
I’m passionate about helping you make more of your life, whether you want to work on personal, psychological, relationship, mental health 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 long term counselling and psychotherapy, and counselling supervision. I help men, women and couples of many professions, occupations and nationalities, from 18 upwards in UK and (online) overseas. I provide individual sessions, couples sessions and am a qualified counselling supervisor.
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Tania Davis
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
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, whether you are facing a difficulty in your life and ability to function, or a desire to understand yourself better. For me, the most important element of therapy is the capacity to build a relationship together, and the shared belief that change is possible.
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, whether you are facing a difficulty in your life and ability to function, or a desire to understand yourself better. For me, the most important element of therapy is the capacity to build a relationship together, and the shared belief that change is possible.
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Nigel Farmer
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
I provide therapy in the East Midlands using an integrative humanistic approach and work with clients both in the short and long term. I have 19 years experience working in NHS, Police, Educational and Charitable sectors. I offer an opportunity for people to lead a more productive, satisfying and fulfilling life. I always aim to offer an appointment within a few days of your initial contact, Give me a call 07788712776 or send me an email if you would like a free no obligation chat at a time convenient for you.
I provide therapy in the East Midlands using an integrative humanistic approach and work with clients both in the short and long term. I have 19 years experience working in NHS, Police, Educational and Charitable sectors. I offer an opportunity for people to lead a more productive, satisfying and fulfilling life. I always aim to offer an appointment within a few days of your initial contact, Give me a call 07788712776 or send me an email if you would like a free no obligation chat at a time convenient for you.
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Dr Sheena Parmar
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
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.
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.
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Charlotte Clarke
Psychotherapist, MA, BACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My name is Charlotte and I am a qualified Person-Centered therapist from a dual-heritage and working-class background. I will be with you as you explore whatever is important to you in a non-judgmental, safe and empathic space. I work from a beautiful and peaceful location surrounded by nature, or alternatively I can offer online or telephone sessions. I have over 7 years of experience working with adults and children aged 11+. I have particular interest in working with clients around complex family dynamics, complex childhood experiences, and estrangement. I am also an LGBTQIA+ & neurodivergence-friendly practitioner and person.
My name is Charlotte and I am a qualified Person-Centered therapist from a dual-heritage and working-class background. I will be with you as you explore whatever is important to you in a non-judgmental, safe and empathic space. I work from a beautiful and peaceful location surrounded by nature, or alternatively I can offer online or telephone sessions. I have over 7 years of experience working with adults and children aged 11+. I have particular interest in working with clients around complex family dynamics, complex childhood experiences, and estrangement. I am also an LGBTQIA+ & neurodivergence-friendly practitioner and person.
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Isobel Milne
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
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.
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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Edwina Jackson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
I’m here for when you just want to talk to someone who listens without judgement. No problem, worry or issue is too large for me, you only need to take that first scary step in telephoning, texting or emailing me. Whether you are feeling anxious or depressed, worried about something or someone, angry, sad or suicidal, talking can help.
I’m here for when you just want to talk to someone who listens without judgement. No problem, worry or issue is too large for me, you only need to take that first scary step in telephoning, texting or emailing me. Whether you are feeling anxious or depressed, worried about something or someone, angry, sad or suicidal, talking can help.
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Rajan Rai | Individuals And Couples
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Serves Area
Hello! I’m Raj, and I am psychosexually-informed UKCP-registered psychotherapist. I offer face-to-face individual & couples counselling sessions in Beeston, Nottingham as well as online. With individuals, I work with (but not limited to): Depression & Anxiety; Relationship Issues; LGBTQIA+ - related Issues; Racial and cultural issues/conflicts; Low self-esteem; Lack of fulfilment. With couples, typical issues include:  affairs; conflict & anger; poor communication; life transitions; sexual difficulties; separation & divorce.
Hello! I’m Raj, and I am psychosexually-informed UKCP-registered psychotherapist. I offer face-to-face individual & couples counselling sessions in Beeston, Nottingham as well as online. With individuals, I work with (but not limited to): Depression & Anxiety; Relationship Issues; LGBTQIA+ - related Issues; Racial and cultural issues/conflicts; Low self-esteem; Lack of fulfilment. With couples, typical issues include:  affairs; conflict & anger; poor communication; life transitions; sexual difficulties; separation & divorce.
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Sarah Olds
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Serves Area
I'm a neuro-affirmatiive counsellor and ADHD coach with over 16 years' experience of working with university staff and students. My therapeutic experience has also included supporting survivors of sexual trauma at a specialised counselling organisation and working with bereavement and life-limiting conditions at a hospice. Whether you are experiencing autistic/AuDHD burnout, (C)PTSD, family conflict, relationship issues, anxiety, depression or workplace/academic stress, I can help you to regulate your emotions and energy levels, understand yourself better and identify strategies to help you thrive.
I'm a neuro-affirmatiive counsellor and ADHD coach with over 16 years' experience of working with university staff and students. My therapeutic experience has also included supporting survivors of sexual trauma at a specialised counselling organisation and working with bereavement and life-limiting conditions at a hospice. Whether you are experiencing autistic/AuDHD burnout, (C)PTSD, family conflict, relationship issues, anxiety, depression or workplace/academic stress, I can help you to regulate your emotions and energy levels, understand yourself better and identify strategies to help you thrive.
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Sharon Robinson
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I am a relational developmental psychotherapist working with adults of all ages. I provide a confidential, non-judgemental space where you can explore any difficulties you may be experiencing. This may be in your relationships, in your work environment, coping with a significant life-event, or dealing with past trauma impacting you in the present and feeling uncertain of how to move forward. My humanistic approach acknowledges your individual experience and circumstances, with focus on establishing a meaningful therapeutic relationship and safe environment for you to identify your needs and how best to fulfil them.
I am a relational developmental psychotherapist working with adults of all ages. I provide a confidential, non-judgemental space where you can explore any difficulties you may be experiencing. This may be in your relationships, in your work environment, coping with a significant life-event, or dealing with past trauma impacting you in the present and feeling uncertain of how to move forward. My humanistic approach acknowledges your individual experience and circumstances, with focus on establishing a meaningful therapeutic relationship and safe environment for you to identify your needs and how best to fulfil them.
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Hywel Harrington
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Online Only
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M Fok
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Transgender Counsellors

As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?

A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.

What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?

Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.

How can I recognise a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?

An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognise a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.

How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?

Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.