Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Lymm
I offer a safe space for adults and young people who are feeling overwhelmed or isolated by anxiety, whether general or social. Anxiety can often lead to low mood or depression, leaving you feeling exhausted and feeling alone. You might be working hard to "hold it all together" on the outside while feeling drained on the inside.
Together, we can create a genuine, supportive space where you no longer have to pretend and can begin to explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace.
I offer a safe space for adults and young people who are feeling overwhelmed or isolated by anxiety, whether general or social. Anxiety can often lead to low mood or depression, leaving you feeling exhausted and feeling alone. You might be working hard to "hold it all together" on the outside while feeling drained on the inside.
Together, we can create a genuine, supportive space where you no longer have to pretend and can begin to explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace.
Welcome I'm proud your here. I'm an Integrative Counselling and MBACP enabling me to offer my clients across all cultures and backgrounds a comprehensive, empathic therapeutic experience. Infusing Person Centred, CBT and Transactional Analysis Modalities creating a unique therapeutic relationship with my clients ages 16 years plus. I have ran my own business and juggled four children for the past thirty years understanding life's challenges so offer authentic progressive therapy for depression anxiety bereavement burnout self -esteem. Specialisms Addiction/Recovery, Teenage Issues- individuals and families. Your safe space is here.
Welcome I'm proud your here. I'm an Integrative Counselling and MBACP enabling me to offer my clients across all cultures and backgrounds a comprehensive, empathic therapeutic experience. Infusing Person Centred, CBT and Transactional Analysis Modalities creating a unique therapeutic relationship with my clients ages 16 years plus. I have ran my own business and juggled four children for the past thirty years understanding life's challenges so offer authentic progressive therapy for depression anxiety bereavement burnout self -esteem. Specialisms Addiction/Recovery, Teenage Issues- individuals and families. Your safe space is here.
I currently work mainly with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion Focussed Therapy.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am a compassionate and non-judgmental clinician who is committed to taking the time to develop a therapeutic relationship in which the person feels comfortable to explore any issues that may be bringing them to therapy. My background is within the NHS and I have been working in private practice since 2019. I enjoy working with people in line with their values to help them to live the life they want to be living. I work with a range of issues and am committed to developing a collaborative approach to deepening the person's understanding of self with compassion.
I currently work mainly with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion Focussed Therapy.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I am a compassionate and non-judgmental clinician who is committed to taking the time to develop a therapeutic relationship in which the person feels comfortable to explore any issues that may be bringing them to therapy. My background is within the NHS and I have been working in private practice since 2019. I enjoy working with people in line with their values to help them to live the life they want to be living. I work with a range of issues and am committed to developing a collaborative approach to deepening the person's understanding of self with compassion.
Having problems with sleep can be crippling. It can affect every part of your life and can take the joy out of living. People suggest unhelpful personal approaches and useless products. I offer a thorough assessment. We’ll work together to develop your bespoke techniques to fall asleep faster, sleep better and feel more energised during the day.
Having problems with sleep can be crippling. It can affect every part of your life and can take the joy out of living. People suggest unhelpful personal approaches and useless products. I offer a thorough assessment. We’ll work together to develop your bespoke techniques to fall asleep faster, sleep better and feel more energised during the day.
I can also integrate Acceptance and Commitment therapy ( ACT) to support psychological flexibility and create meaningful change enabling you to move forward with more peace.
Sometimes life can feel difficult and overwhelming. You may find yourself feeling stuck, anxious, or low, whether there are clear reasons for this or not. Perhaps painful experiences from the past continue to affect your self-esteem, relationships, or daily life. You may feel constantly on edge, struggle with intrusive thoughts, or find yourself repeating unhelpful patterns. Maybe you minimise your feelings, telling yourself "it will pass" or that others have it worse. You don't have to face these challenges alone. I offer a safe, supportive space where we can explore your experiences together and help you move forward.
I can also integrate Acceptance and Commitment therapy ( ACT) to support psychological flexibility and create meaningful change enabling you to move forward with more peace.
Sometimes life can feel difficult and overwhelming. You may find yourself feeling stuck, anxious, or low, whether there are clear reasons for this or not. Perhaps painful experiences from the past continue to affect your self-esteem, relationships, or daily life. You may feel constantly on edge, struggle with intrusive thoughts, or find yourself repeating unhelpful patterns. Maybe you minimise your feelings, telling yourself "it will pass" or that others have it worse. You don't have to face these challenges alone. I offer a safe, supportive space where we can explore your experiences together and help you move forward.
I am a person centred integrative psychotherapist working with a variety of issues including grief, anxiety disorders, neurodivergence, relationships, coping with change, and helping build self-esteem. I understand the first step to finding support for your emotional well being and can be a daunting one. I offer a free initial consultation to see if I may be the right therapist for you.
I am a person centred integrative psychotherapist working with a variety of issues including grief, anxiety disorders, neurodivergence, relationships, coping with change, and helping build self-esteem. I understand the first step to finding support for your emotional well being and can be a daunting one. I offer a free initial consultation to see if I may be the right therapist for you.
I aim to support any adult, child, young person, family or organisation to maximise their potential and effectively manage the difficulties that life often brings. I believe that by building an understanding of your social, emotional, psychological and physical needs, you can be supported to feel safe, ready to cope and able to achieve the goals that matter to you. My aim will be to help you to explore your needs, to better understand the difficulties you face and to provide tailored psychological support, based on a wide range of evidence based interventions to help develop solutions that work for you.
I aim to support any adult, child, young person, family or organisation to maximise their potential and effectively manage the difficulties that life often brings. I believe that by building an understanding of your social, emotional, psychological and physical needs, you can be supported to feel safe, ready to cope and able to achieve the goals that matter to you. My aim will be to help you to explore your needs, to better understand the difficulties you face and to provide tailored psychological support, based on a wide range of evidence based interventions to help develop solutions that work for you.
I am a clinical psychologist and CAT practitioner with over 25 years of experience of working with adults with a range of mental health difficulties including stress & anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, loss & bereavement, relationship difficulties, trauma & abuse, interpersonal and personality difficulties. I also specialise in working with people with chronic pain, chronic fatigue and other health problems. Using my skills and experience I work in an integrative way to offer bespoke interventions to meet the specific needs of clients.
I am a clinical psychologist and CAT practitioner with over 25 years of experience of working with adults with a range of mental health difficulties including stress & anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, loss & bereavement, relationship difficulties, trauma & abuse, interpersonal and personality difficulties. I also specialise in working with people with chronic pain, chronic fatigue and other health problems. Using my skills and experience I work in an integrative way to offer bespoke interventions to meet the specific needs of clients.
Hi, my name is Julie. I am a professional Counsellor and Supervisor and an member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling Society. I provide a confidential, counselling service to meet your individual needs providing a safe, non-judgemental environment where you can work at your own pace in a place of safety and comfort where your feelings and emotions can be expressed and explored. I offer support and understanding in a non-critical way and appreciate and respect differences and diversity in culture, ethnicity, race, gender, sexuality, physical ability and spirituality
Hi, my name is Julie. I am a professional Counsellor and Supervisor and an member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling Society. I provide a confidential, counselling service to meet your individual needs providing a safe, non-judgemental environment where you can work at your own pace in a place of safety and comfort where your feelings and emotions can be expressed and explored. I offer support and understanding in a non-critical way and appreciate and respect differences and diversity in culture, ethnicity, race, gender, sexuality, physical ability and spirituality
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I draw on different psychological models to inform our work together including Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused Brief and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy.
I offer psychological therapy to people on their path to becoming pregnant, pregnancy and the first few years of parenthood. In my role as an NHS Neonatal Clinical Psychologist, I have the privilege of supporting parents whose babies have been born prematurely. I have helped my clients with difficulties including complex fertility journeys, worries during pregnancy, birth trauma, loss or bereavement, concerns about attachment and bonding and adjustment to having a child with longer-term health needs. I support parental mental health needs including anxiety, depression, Autism and ADHD. I look forward to speaking to you.
I draw on different psychological models to inform our work together including Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused Brief and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy.
I offer psychological therapy to people on their path to becoming pregnant, pregnancy and the first few years of parenthood. In my role as an NHS Neonatal Clinical Psychologist, I have the privilege of supporting parents whose babies have been born prematurely. I have helped my clients with difficulties including complex fertility journeys, worries during pregnancy, birth trauma, loss or bereavement, concerns about attachment and bonding and adjustment to having a child with longer-term health needs. I support parental mental health needs including anxiety, depression, Autism and ADHD. I look forward to speaking to you.
Many of the people I work with feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. You may be living with the effects of CPTSD or navigating relationship difficulties, grief, or struggling with intense emotions like anxiety or depression. You might notice old patterns repeating, a loss of direction, or a growing sense of disconnection from yourself. More than anything, you may be wanting clarity, relief, and a way back to feeling grounded, safe, and more like yourself. I welcome you to come as you are. I’m an integrative trauma psychotherapist, and I offer a supportive and caring space where you can explore these experiences.
Many of the people I work with feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. You may be living with the effects of CPTSD or navigating relationship difficulties, grief, or struggling with intense emotions like anxiety or depression. You might notice old patterns repeating, a loss of direction, or a growing sense of disconnection from yourself. More than anything, you may be wanting clarity, relief, and a way back to feeling grounded, safe, and more like yourself. I welcome you to come as you are. I’m an integrative trauma psychotherapist, and I offer a supportive and caring space where you can explore these experiences.
What I love most about this work is the chance to really connect with people-understanding who you are, what you've been through, and what you long for. Therapy, is a space where we gently explore your inner world together, making room for clarity, calm, and meaningful change. I work with clients who experience a range of psychological challenges including:Depression; anxiety; PTSD; trauma; stress; phobia; relationship issues; interpersonal difficulties; work stress; grief & bereavement; sleep wake issues; addictive behaviours; health anxiety; pain; birth trauma; post-natal depression; problems with self-esteem and confidence.
What I love most about this work is the chance to really connect with people-understanding who you are, what you've been through, and what you long for. Therapy, is a space where we gently explore your inner world together, making room for clarity, calm, and meaningful change. I work with clients who experience a range of psychological challenges including:Depression; anxiety; PTSD; trauma; stress; phobia; relationship issues; interpersonal difficulties; work stress; grief & bereavement; sleep wake issues; addictive behaviours; health anxiety; pain; birth trauma; post-natal depression; problems with self-esteem and confidence.
Feel Understood. Find Your Way Forward.
Hello, I'm Karen Vernon, a BABCP accredited CBT Psychotherapist. I offer expert, compassionate support for a wide range of difficulties, including trauma/PTSD, menopause-related mental health, mood disorders and various anxieties (Generalised, Social, Health, Panic). I also provide effective CBT for depression, OCD, phobias, psychosis, and bipolar disorder. My warm, empathetic, and person-centred approach ensures you feel truly heard in a safe, non-judgemental space, ready to explore your feelings and identify root causes.
Feel Understood. Find Your Way Forward.
Hello, I'm Karen Vernon, a BABCP accredited CBT Psychotherapist. I offer expert, compassionate support for a wide range of difficulties, including trauma/PTSD, menopause-related mental health, mood disorders and various anxieties (Generalised, Social, Health, Panic). I also provide effective CBT for depression, OCD, phobias, psychosis, and bipolar disorder. My warm, empathetic, and person-centred approach ensures you feel truly heard in a safe, non-judgemental space, ready to explore your feelings and identify root causes.
I believe that most problematic symptoms can be the result of becoming confined in vicious cycles of repetitive negative thoughts & behaviours whether conscious or unconscious. These can have roots in childhood and can regularly impact our lives (through lifestyle choices and decision making) or sporadically emerge during stressful times. Overall, I aim to guide you to develop more insight into yourself and towards tangible fulfilment both in technical knowledge and in practical measurable successes. You can expect to find our time together enlightening, educational, emotional & authentic.
I believe that most problematic symptoms can be the result of becoming confined in vicious cycles of repetitive negative thoughts & behaviours whether conscious or unconscious. These can have roots in childhood and can regularly impact our lives (through lifestyle choices and decision making) or sporadically emerge during stressful times. Overall, I aim to guide you to develop more insight into yourself and towards tangible fulfilment both in technical knowledge and in practical measurable successes. You can expect to find our time together enlightening, educational, emotional & authentic.
I use a variety of short-term, solution focussed & evidence-based approaches such as; Single Session Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy & Coaching, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focussed Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy & many more.
A warm welcome to my profile. I have been in the field of emotional health for over 20 years & have contributed, either through counselling or research, to many people making a positive change in their life. You may be feeling stressed or 'not good enough' in life. Or wanting to make a big life decision or small manageable changes. I use various solution-focussed interventions. Some of my areas of interest are Personal Development & Growth & Change, using a solution-focussed toolkit, Imposter syndrome, Self-esteem & Confidence issues. Through my coaching & counselling skills, I can assist you in this journey of achieving your goal.
I use a variety of short-term, solution focussed & evidence-based approaches such as; Single Session Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy & Coaching, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focussed Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy & many more.
A warm welcome to my profile. I have been in the field of emotional health for over 20 years & have contributed, either through counselling or research, to many people making a positive change in their life. You may be feeling stressed or 'not good enough' in life. Or wanting to make a big life decision or small manageable changes. I use various solution-focussed interventions. Some of my areas of interest are Personal Development & Growth & Change, using a solution-focussed toolkit, Imposter syndrome, Self-esteem & Confidence issues. Through my coaching & counselling skills, I can assist you in this journey of achieving your goal.
My approach is tailored to each person and I use mainly Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) in my work.
Change in life brings uncertainty, stress, trauma, anxiety, low mood, and many other emotions. I'm here to help you feel more like yourself again by cutting through the psychology jargon, and by being down-to-earth, neuro-affirming and compassionate. I'm a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience working in specialist psychological services in the NHS using evidence-based therapy, including EMDR. I use my wealth of psychological knowledge and experience to work alongside you, taking time to listen and understand your difficulties so we can find a way forward together which offers you hope and joy.
My approach is tailored to each person and I use mainly Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) in my work.
Change in life brings uncertainty, stress, trauma, anxiety, low mood, and many other emotions. I'm here to help you feel more like yourself again by cutting through the psychology jargon, and by being down-to-earth, neuro-affirming and compassionate. I'm a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience working in specialist psychological services in the NHS using evidence-based therapy, including EMDR. I use my wealth of psychological knowledge and experience to work alongside you, taking time to listen and understand your difficulties so we can find a way forward together which offers you hope and joy.
Feeling anxious or stressed? Suffering with depression or low self-esteem? Having family, work or life related issues? Believe you have or have been given a diagnosis of ADHD or Autism and would like to know more about it? Do you have addiction issues? Or problems from the past you would like to explore. I am here to support you.
Feeling anxious or stressed? Suffering with depression or low self-esteem? Having family, work or life related issues? Believe you have or have been given a diagnosis of ADHD or Autism and would like to know more about it? Do you have addiction issues? Or problems from the past you would like to explore. I am here to support you.
The foundation of my approach is ACT but I have a wealth of science backed tools to share with you.
Are you living with chronic pain a long-term condition or medically unexplained symptoms? Are you still suffering despite having been treated by doctors and other health professionals? Have your symptoms been fully investigated? I work with people who find themselves in this predicament. Individuals who have researched alternatives and come across a Mind-Body approach but aren’t quite sure if it will provide them with answers or relief. I could be the therapist for you. As a specialist pain psychotherapist and physiotherapist, I understand how the Mind and Body work. This is so important when it comes to pain and suffering.
The foundation of my approach is ACT but I have a wealth of science backed tools to share with you.
Are you living with chronic pain a long-term condition or medically unexplained symptoms? Are you still suffering despite having been treated by doctors and other health professionals? Have your symptoms been fully investigated? I work with people who find themselves in this predicament. Individuals who have researched alternatives and come across a Mind-Body approach but aren’t quite sure if it will provide them with answers or relief. I could be the therapist for you. As a specialist pain psychotherapist and physiotherapist, I understand how the Mind and Body work. This is so important when it comes to pain and suffering.
I have a lot of experience with Health Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) I treat both using techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I specialise in all types of anxiety, especially Health Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) I also have a lot of experience with phobias, social anxiety and low self esteem. I use innovative ways to reduce all forms of anxiety. I understand completely how these disorders can ruin lives and my aim with all clients is to find solutions that allow them to live well again.
I have a lot of experience with Health Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) I treat both using techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I specialise in all types of anxiety, especially Health Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) I also have a lot of experience with phobias, social anxiety and low self esteem. I use innovative ways to reduce all forms of anxiety. I understand completely how these disorders can ruin lives and my aim with all clients is to find solutions that allow them to live well again.
Anxiety has a way of shaping more of your life than you'd like, whether it shows up as overthinking, panic, constant doubt, or being on edge all the time.
For some people anxiety looks like panic or physical sensations. For others it looks like never feeling good enough, holding back in relationships, going quiet when they would want to speak up, or pushing through everything until they're exhausted.
What keeps most people stuck is that they’re waiting to feel ready to do something that they want to do but which feels scary. And more often than not, the feeling comes after the behaviour.
Anxiety has a way of shaping more of your life than you'd like, whether it shows up as overthinking, panic, constant doubt, or being on edge all the time.
For some people anxiety looks like panic or physical sensations. For others it looks like never feeling good enough, holding back in relationships, going quiet when they would want to speak up, or pushing through everything until they're exhausted.
What keeps most people stuck is that they’re waiting to feel ready to do something that they want to do but which feels scary. And more often than not, the feeling comes after the behaviour.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counsellors
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.