Chronic Pain Counselling in Middlesbrough
I offer my clients a predominantly Person-Centred approach to counselling that is welcoming, understanding, non-judgemental and of course completely confidential. I currently work for an EAP Service and previously a Primary Care Mental Health Organisation alongside my own private practice which is based in Darlington. I can offer you an integrative approach to therapy which includes training in CBT, Creative Therapies and Mindfulness. I have extensive experience of working with difference, diversity, and a variety of issues, which means I can offer you a bespoke humanistic experience that is tailored to your unique needs.
I offer my clients a predominantly Person-Centred approach to counselling that is welcoming, understanding, non-judgemental and of course completely confidential. I currently work for an EAP Service and previously a Primary Care Mental Health Organisation alongside my own private practice which is based in Darlington. I can offer you an integrative approach to therapy which includes training in CBT, Creative Therapies and Mindfulness. I have extensive experience of working with difference, diversity, and a variety of issues, which means I can offer you a bespoke humanistic experience that is tailored to your unique needs.
I have immediate availability for clients.
Hi, I am a BABCP accredited cognitive behavioural therapist and a previously registered Occupational Therapist. I provide personalised CBT (£80 per session from January 2026) for people with anxiety disorders e.g. OCD, health anxiety, Generalised anxiety disorder (worry about everything), panic disorder, phobias, social anxiety, PTSD, low self esteem and depression. I also look at wellbeing issues e.g. sleep. I also offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing £80 per session for trauma and anxiety. I am available Tuesday to Thursday throughout the day until 7pm only.
I have immediate availability for clients.
Hi, I am a BABCP accredited cognitive behavioural therapist and a previously registered Occupational Therapist. I provide personalised CBT (£80 per session from January 2026) for people with anxiety disorders e.g. OCD, health anxiety, Generalised anxiety disorder (worry about everything), panic disorder, phobias, social anxiety, PTSD, low self esteem and depression. I also look at wellbeing issues e.g. sleep. I also offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing £80 per session for trauma and anxiety. I am available Tuesday to Thursday throughout the day until 7pm only.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and I offer outdoor therapy in a natural setting, as well as traditional sessions in a clinic. My approach is based on developing a caring and compassionate therapeutic relationship with you, as this is the most active ingredient for effective therapy. I deliver outdoor therapy as nature is healing for our mental and physical health and wellbeing. Through nature we can learn more about ourselves and how we want to live our lives. And the natural environment can offer us tools to enhance the therapeutic work. You can choose whether you prefer the comfort of the indoors or the freedom of the outdoors!
I am a Clinical Psychologist and I offer outdoor therapy in a natural setting, as well as traditional sessions in a clinic. My approach is based on developing a caring and compassionate therapeutic relationship with you, as this is the most active ingredient for effective therapy. I deliver outdoor therapy as nature is healing for our mental and physical health and wellbeing. Through nature we can learn more about ourselves and how we want to live our lives. And the natural environment can offer us tools to enhance the therapeutic work. You can choose whether you prefer the comfort of the indoors or the freedom of the outdoors!
I provide counselling for individuals and couples exclusively online (couples/individuals) or by telephone (individuals). Offering support wherever you are most comfortable. Whether you are seeking personal growth, or looking to strengthen your relationship, I create a safe, supportive space to explore challenges and move towards positive change.
For couples we can focus on developing clearer, calmer communication skills, creating space where both partners feel listened to and understood.
I provide counselling for individuals and couples exclusively online (couples/individuals) or by telephone (individuals). Offering support wherever you are most comfortable. Whether you are seeking personal growth, or looking to strengthen your relationship, I create a safe, supportive space to explore challenges and move towards positive change.
For couples we can focus on developing clearer, calmer communication skills, creating space where both partners feel listened to and understood.
I am a fully qualified and experienced Counsellor, Psychological Therapist and High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and Supervisor. Often individuals will seek therapy because they feel unable to cope with the stresses of life or adjusting to a big change, not like 'their old self', isolated from others, worried or lost or just needing someone to listen. My role is to work together with individuals to make sense of what is happening for them and provide opportunities for change in away that they feel is appropriate and achievable at their own pace, within a private and confidential setting.
I am a fully qualified and experienced Counsellor, Psychological Therapist and High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and Supervisor. Often individuals will seek therapy because they feel unable to cope with the stresses of life or adjusting to a big change, not like 'their old self', isolated from others, worried or lost or just needing someone to listen. My role is to work together with individuals to make sense of what is happening for them and provide opportunities for change in away that they feel is appropriate and achievable at their own pace, within a private and confidential setting.
I help clients with difficulties including depression, anxiety, sleep, relationship issues, stress, bereavement, loss and living with long term physical health conditions. I use cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, psychodynamic therapy, motivational interviewing, and attachment theory to gain an understanding of the issues you are bringing to therapy. I also offer EMDR - a specialised and effective therapy to treat trauma, and other difficulties.
I help clients with difficulties including depression, anxiety, sleep, relationship issues, stress, bereavement, loss and living with long term physical health conditions. I use cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, psychodynamic therapy, motivational interviewing, and attachment theory to gain an understanding of the issues you are bringing to therapy. I also offer EMDR - a specialised and effective therapy to treat trauma, and other difficulties.
My specialities include: neurodiversity, attachment, trauma, sexual abuse, domestic violence and disability/chronic illness.
I take pride in establishing a safe, judgement-free environment. My therapy is not a one-size-fits-all approach, I will periodically alter my therapeutic interventions to meet your needs, as individuals are not linear.
My specialities include: neurodiversity, attachment, trauma, sexual abuse, domestic violence and disability/chronic illness.
I take pride in establishing a safe, judgement-free environment. My therapy is not a one-size-fits-all approach, I will periodically alter my therapeutic interventions to meet your needs, as individuals are not linear.
Hello, and welcome. My name is Cat, and I’m a Clinical Psychologist committed to helping people navigate emotional and mental health challenges. My approach is warm, supportive, and based on proven therapy methods. Together, we will create a space where you feel heard, understood, and respected while maintaining clear professional boundaries.
Traumatic life experiences, self-doubt, and low mood can shape how we see ourselves and the world. Therapy offers the opportunity to explore these challenges with curiosity and self-compassion, moving towards greater self-acceptance. Feel free to get in touch to explore how therapy may help.
Hello, and welcome. My name is Cat, and I’m a Clinical Psychologist committed to helping people navigate emotional and mental health challenges. My approach is warm, supportive, and based on proven therapy methods. Together, we will create a space where you feel heard, understood, and respected while maintaining clear professional boundaries.
Traumatic life experiences, self-doubt, and low mood can shape how we see ourselves and the world. Therapy offers the opportunity to explore these challenges with curiosity and self-compassion, moving towards greater self-acceptance. Feel free to get in touch to explore how therapy may help.
As a dedicated CBT and EMDR therapist, I am committed to helping my clients. Through evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, I work collaboratively with clients to empower them to create positive change in their lives. I help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to anxiety, depression, and other mental health difficulties. By teaching clients effective coping strategies and skills, I empower them to manage their emotions and behaviours in a healthier way.
As a dedicated CBT and EMDR therapist, I am committed to helping my clients. Through evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, I work collaboratively with clients to empower them to create positive change in their lives. I help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to anxiety, depression, and other mental health difficulties. By teaching clients effective coping strategies and skills, I empower them to manage their emotions and behaviours in a healthier way.
One of the things I love about EMDR is that it puts you, the client, in control, (something we may not have had very much of when our traumas were taking place). EMDR does not delete memories but simply changes the way painful memories are stored, so that when we think about them, they no longer trigger negative emotions or sensations. As my mother once said, you can go around it, under it or over it but at some point, you must go through it. I wish you strength and healing on your journey.
One of the things I love about EMDR is that it puts you, the client, in control, (something we may not have had very much of when our traumas were taking place). EMDR does not delete memories but simply changes the way painful memories are stored, so that when we think about them, they no longer trigger negative emotions or sensations. As my mother once said, you can go around it, under it or over it but at some point, you must go through it. I wish you strength and healing on your journey.
Whatever it is that brings you to counselling, I will help you to bring about the change you are wanting to achieve. You may have a personal goal in mind, or you may not know exactly what it is you need from counselling yet. You may be struggling with life at the moment and finding it hard to see a way forward. You may feel lost and not have a good sense of who you are any more. You may have a long term condition that you need help with or you may have had a recent bereavement, separation or other traumatic life event. Maybe things just don't feel right. Whatever it is you need and wherever you need to get to, I am here to help you.
Whatever it is that brings you to counselling, I will help you to bring about the change you are wanting to achieve. You may have a personal goal in mind, or you may not know exactly what it is you need from counselling yet. You may be struggling with life at the moment and finding it hard to see a way forward. You may feel lost and not have a good sense of who you are any more. You may have a long term condition that you need help with or you may have had a recent bereavement, separation or other traumatic life event. Maybe things just don't feel right. Whatever it is you need and wherever you need to get to, I am here to help you.
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If you are on this page, it probably means you are a feeling a little stuck and could do with someone to trust, not judge you and listen to you. I can do that. What makes me different, I’ve been there. I’m not going to write paragraphs about me because this is about you. If you’d like to know more about me, please visit my site ww.allanclayton.co.uk “When I stand at the foot of a mountain, I can very rarely see the summit. I put one foot in front of the other and take a step at a time. Before I know it, I’ve conquered that mountain.”
If you are on this page, it probably means you are a feeling a little stuck and could do with someone to trust, not judge you and listen to you. I can do that. What makes me different, I’ve been there. I’m not going to write paragraphs about me because this is about you. If you’d like to know more about me, please visit my site ww.allanclayton.co.uk “When I stand at the foot of a mountain, I can very rarely see the summit. I put one foot in front of the other and take a step at a time. Before I know it, I’ve conquered that mountain.”
Hello, I have current appointments available to work with a range of your worries, anxieties, loneliness, depression , self-harm and relationship difficulties. I offer online, phone and face to face sessions. I am a qualified therapist with interests in working closely with those who want to change some aspect of their life. I also work with student counsellors and qualified therapists offering supervision and counselling academic tuition . I offer short term or long term psychotherapy where we work hard together to form a relationship powerful enough to change things for you in your private life.
Hello, I have current appointments available to work with a range of your worries, anxieties, loneliness, depression , self-harm and relationship difficulties. I offer online, phone and face to face sessions. I am a qualified therapist with interests in working closely with those who want to change some aspect of their life. I also work with student counsellors and qualified therapists offering supervision and counselling academic tuition . I offer short term or long term psychotherapy where we work hard together to form a relationship powerful enough to change things for you in your private life.
I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed by the weight of past trauma, grapple with chronic pain, or who are trying to cope with fears about death and loss.
I specialise in trauma, chronic pain, and issues related to death, offering a blend of EMDR, ACT, and existential therapy. Together, we’ll create a safe space to explore your experiences, reduce emotional suffering, and grow a deeper sense of acceptance and meaning. Whether you’re facing past trauma, living with pain, or navigating loss, I’m here to help.
I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed by the weight of past trauma, grapple with chronic pain, or who are trying to cope with fears about death and loss.
I specialise in trauma, chronic pain, and issues related to death, offering a blend of EMDR, ACT, and existential therapy. Together, we’ll create a safe space to explore your experiences, reduce emotional suffering, and grow a deeper sense of acceptance and meaning. Whether you’re facing past trauma, living with pain, or navigating loss, I’m here to help.
I work with Mind as mental health support Serious mental Illness link worker and sessional counselling.
Hi my name is Alison I am a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor, who uses an integrative, person centred approach to counselling. I adopt this approach to provide an unique opportunity to help you to explore those feelings of being overwhelmed. especially after a bereavement or loss. We can explore ways to help you to identify your issues and unravel your thoughts and feelings which in turn can help you to alter your behaviour and regulate your emotions. This will empower you to strive forwards in your life and improve your well being.
I work with Mind as mental health support Serious mental Illness link worker and sessional counselling.
Hi my name is Alison I am a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor, who uses an integrative, person centred approach to counselling. I adopt this approach to provide an unique opportunity to help you to explore those feelings of being overwhelmed. especially after a bereavement or loss. We can explore ways to help you to identify your issues and unravel your thoughts and feelings which in turn can help you to alter your behaviour and regulate your emotions. This will empower you to strive forwards in your life and improve your well being.
We can all experience times when our mental health doesn’t feel as strong as we would like it to be. Sometimes though, we can feel stuck and unable to return to a state of positive mental wellbeing. Perhaps we feel stuck in habits that don’t make us feel any better or caught up in cycles of worry that just seem to go on and on. We could be in a situation that doesn’t seem to be improving or feel concerned about the future of our relationship with our partner. Whether you’re seeking support on your own or attending sessions with your partner, Renewed Perspectives offers a protected and supportive space to explore your needs and goals
We can all experience times when our mental health doesn’t feel as strong as we would like it to be. Sometimes though, we can feel stuck and unable to return to a state of positive mental wellbeing. Perhaps we feel stuck in habits that don’t make us feel any better or caught up in cycles of worry that just seem to go on and on. We could be in a situation that doesn’t seem to be improving or feel concerned about the future of our relationship with our partner. Whether you’re seeking support on your own or attending sessions with your partner, Renewed Perspectives offers a protected and supportive space to explore your needs and goals
I am a BPC registered Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist with a private practice in Darlington, providing Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy to adults in the North East of England. I have helped many people, both in private practice and the NHS, overcome problems including those related to anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, relationships, stress, low self-esteem, loss, life transitions, or medically unexplained symptoms. Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy can also be effective when you are experiencing a more general sense of dissatisfaction in life, helping you work towards greater fulfilment.
I am a BPC registered Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist with a private practice in Darlington, providing Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy to adults in the North East of England. I have helped many people, both in private practice and the NHS, overcome problems including those related to anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, relationships, stress, low self-esteem, loss, life transitions, or medically unexplained symptoms. Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy can also be effective when you are experiencing a more general sense of dissatisfaction in life, helping you work towards greater fulfilment.
You might be neurodivergent or living with the pain and fatigue of a condition like endometriosis.
I offer a calm, non-judgmental space where you can explore whatever is on your mind, helping you make sense of your thoughts, feelings, and emotions so you can begin to move forward with support. This can be through traditional counselling or combined wellbeing and counselling sessions, using tools such as EFT or Mindfulness — the choice is always yours.
You might be neurodivergent or living with the pain and fatigue of a condition like endometriosis.
I offer a calm, non-judgmental space where you can explore whatever is on your mind, helping you make sense of your thoughts, feelings, and emotions so you can begin to move forward with support. This can be through traditional counselling or combined wellbeing and counselling sessions, using tools such as EFT or Mindfulness — the choice is always yours.
I'm Charlotte a Qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. I have over 10 years experience working within NHS Talking Therapies services, both as a low intensity Psychological Wellbeing practitioner and a High Intensity Therapist. I have experience working with adults with a range of mental health difficulties including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive disorder and Social Phobia. More recently I have undertaken training in Interpersonal Therapy for Depression (IPT) and currently working towards accreditation in this modality.
I'm Charlotte a Qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. I have over 10 years experience working within NHS Talking Therapies services, both as a low intensity Psychological Wellbeing practitioner and a High Intensity Therapist. I have experience working with adults with a range of mental health difficulties including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive disorder and Social Phobia. More recently I have undertaken training in Interpersonal Therapy for Depression (IPT) and currently working towards accreditation in this modality.
I see clients in person and online. My consulting room is behind a cosy bookshop. I offer a free initial consultation. I work with other individuals and groups to offer wrap around support and can signpost into activities to support clients ongoing growth and development. For clients with addiction, I will begin therapy when they are still using but are stable enough to engage. I offer individual and group sessions. Once in therapy I provide treatment in blocks of six sessions, whereupon we will re-evaluate goals and plan for further engagement. I work very closely with my clients to achieve lasting beneficial change.
I see clients in person and online. My consulting room is behind a cosy bookshop. I offer a free initial consultation. I work with other individuals and groups to offer wrap around support and can signpost into activities to support clients ongoing growth and development. For clients with addiction, I will begin therapy when they are still using but are stable enough to engage. I offer individual and group sessions. Once in therapy I provide treatment in blocks of six sessions, whereupon we will re-evaluate goals and plan for further engagement. I work very closely with my clients to achieve lasting beneficial change.
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Chronic Pain Counsellors
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophising, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.