LGBTQ+ Affirming Counsellors in Newcastle upon Tyne
I have a particular understanding of the unique joys and challenges GSRD (gender, sex, relationship diversity) clients may face and so am best suited to working with those who might find themselves minoritised or marginalised due to their LGBTQ+ identity.
Hi, I'm Cat, thank you for reading my profile. I offer pluralistic counselling either in-person at a central Peterborough location (PE1) or remotely online or via telephone. The work we do will vary according to your needs. Sessions typically take place weekly or bi-weekly. It is possible to work in the short-term (maybe 4-6 sessions) or in the longer-term with an ongoing alliance (1 year+) and anything in between!
I have a particular understanding of the unique joys and challenges GSRD (gender, sex, relationship diversity) clients may face and so am best suited to working with those who might find themselves minoritised or marginalised due to their LGBTQ+ identity.
Hi, I'm Cat, thank you for reading my profile. I offer pluralistic counselling either in-person at a central Peterborough location (PE1) or remotely online or via telephone. The work we do will vary according to your needs. Sessions typically take place weekly or bi-weekly. It is possible to work in the short-term (maybe 4-6 sessions) or in the longer-term with an ongoing alliance (1 year+) and anything in between!
Inclusivity is central to my practice: I'm neurodiversity affirming; and committed to supporting LGBQT+ clients, including trans and gender diverse clients, and those in non-monogamous or non-traditional relationships.
As a BACP-registered counsellor with experience working both privately and in an NHS GP surgery, I've worked with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, gender identity, family or relationship difficulties and trauma. I specialise in supporting people through grief, loss and major life changes, including bereavement and changes in health.
Inclusivity is central to my practice: I'm neurodiversity affirming; and committed to supporting LGBQT+ clients, including trans and gender diverse clients, and those in non-monogamous or non-traditional relationships.
As a BACP-registered counsellor with experience working both privately and in an NHS GP surgery, I've worked with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, gender identity, family or relationship difficulties and trauma. I specialise in supporting people through grief, loss and major life changes, including bereavement and changes in health.
I'm a bookworm, rock-climbing gay Northern cat-Dad - I understand the importance of connecting on a personal level.
I also believe that the problem is separate from the person, and my goal is to empower you to overcome obstacles. Finding the right therapist can be daunting. I specialise in holding space for complexity while ensuring each session aligns with your hopes and preferences. Remember: Hope is not a trait we have inside us, hope something we do with others.
I'm a bookworm, rock-climbing gay Northern cat-Dad - I understand the importance of connecting on a personal level.
I also believe that the problem is separate from the person, and my goal is to empower you to overcome obstacles. Finding the right therapist can be daunting. I specialise in holding space for complexity while ensuring each session aligns with your hopes and preferences. Remember: Hope is not a trait we have inside us, hope something we do with others.
I am neurodiversity affirming, and LGBTQ+ allied.
Are you considering starting therapy? Navigating life's challenges can be difficult on your own. Perhaps you are going through a life change, struggling with relationships, or questioning your identity, or direction? I can offer a supportive safe space, free of judgement, to explore your experiences and next steps. I believe there’s no "one size fits all" way of doing therapy, so I take an integrative approach to tailor our sessions to you. This could mean person-centered counselling, relational therapy, coaching strategies, or creative methods to best support your personal growth, and therapy goals.
I am neurodiversity affirming, and LGBTQ+ allied.
Are you considering starting therapy? Navigating life's challenges can be difficult on your own. Perhaps you are going through a life change, struggling with relationships, or questioning your identity, or direction? I can offer a supportive safe space, free of judgement, to explore your experiences and next steps. I believe there’s no "one size fits all" way of doing therapy, so I take an integrative approach to tailor our sessions to you. This could mean person-centered counselling, relational therapy, coaching strategies, or creative methods to best support your personal growth, and therapy goals.
Hi, I’m Freya, an LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent identifying psychotherapist with a particularly interested in supporting others within these communities and what it means to live the life we want authentically and well.
Through therapy, we can untangle ourselves, pursue the changes we want and seek the support we need whilst exploring what it means to be who we are in a safe and non-judgemental environment. I have experience working with many concerns, but I am particularly passionate about working with trauma, anxiety, identity-issues and those in crisis.
Hi, I’m Freya, an LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent identifying psychotherapist with a particularly interested in supporting others within these communities and what it means to live the life we want authentically and well.
Through therapy, we can untangle ourselves, pursue the changes we want and seek the support we need whilst exploring what it means to be who we are in a safe and non-judgemental environment. I have experience working with many concerns, but I am particularly passionate about working with trauma, anxiety, identity-issues and those in crisis.
I offer a safe space for working psychologically with marginalised and oppressed groups; in particular those people who identify as belonging to the LGBTQIA+ communities.
I have worked in the mental health field for over 8 years, first as a nurse and then as a BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, where my career has taken me down the path of specialising in Children and Young People’s Mental Health; something I am deeply passionate about.
I offer a safe space for working psychologically with marginalised and oppressed groups; in particular those people who identify as belonging to the LGBTQIA+ communities.
I have worked in the mental health field for over 8 years, first as a nurse and then as a BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, where my career has taken me down the path of specialising in Children and Young People’s Mental Health; something I am deeply passionate about.
I specialize in sexual problems, sexual pleasure and sexual diversity ( LGBT+).
Hi there! I'm Marina, a psychologist with a Master's in Clinical Psychology at the Jungian Studies Centre in São Paulo and a PhD Course in Human Sexuality in Portugal. I'm from Brazil and currently living in Newcastle. I'm an open-minded therapist who offers an empathic and non- judgmental environment. I work with people online and in-person in English or Portuguese.
I specialize in sexual problems, sexual pleasure and sexual diversity ( LGBT+).
Hi there! I'm Marina, a psychologist with a Master's in Clinical Psychology at the Jungian Studies Centre in São Paulo and a PhD Course in Human Sexuality in Portugal. I'm from Brazil and currently living in Newcastle. I'm an open-minded therapist who offers an empathic and non- judgmental environment. I work with people online and in-person in English or Portuguese.
LGBTQIA+ folk, you are welcome here.
Hello, I'm Izzy, an Art Therapist and Ecotherapist. I provide gentle, grounding therapy for frazzled nervous systems, helping you navigate stress, anxiety, and overwhelm. Through art making and talking, we'll explore your emotions and strengths, fostering a more balanced life. No artistic experience is necessary.
LGBTQIA+ folk, you are welcome here.
Hello, I'm Izzy, an Art Therapist and Ecotherapist. I provide gentle, grounding therapy for frazzled nervous systems, helping you navigate stress, anxiety, and overwhelm. Through art making and talking, we'll explore your emotions and strengths, fostering a more balanced life. No artistic experience is necessary.
I have worked with clients from the LGBT community and from diverse backgrounds.
I work with a wide range of problems including communication difficulties, anxiety, depression, divorce, affairs, self esteem, grief, issues of trust, difficulties with the wider family, cultural differences, and changes in the relationship such as a new baby, illness and retirement . Whether in crisis or feeling "just off" this is a space to create change.
I have worked with clients from the LGBT community and from diverse backgrounds.
I work with a wide range of problems including communication difficulties, anxiety, depression, divorce, affairs, self esteem, grief, issues of trust, difficulties with the wider family, cultural differences, and changes in the relationship such as a new baby, illness and retirement . Whether in crisis or feeling "just off" this is a space to create change.
My special interests include grief, trauma, relational issues and working with the LGBTQIA community.
It takes courage to be reflective about ourselves and consider the things that might be getting in our way. Finding the right therapist can be an overwhelming task. I’m Amy, a humanistic and integrative Psychotherapist. Whatever has brought you here, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, changes to your identity or other stumbling blocks in life; our co-created relationship could be the catalyst for change you’re looking for.
My special interests include grief, trauma, relational issues and working with the LGBTQIA community.
It takes courage to be reflective about ourselves and consider the things that might be getting in our way. Finding the right therapist can be an overwhelming task. I’m Amy, a humanistic and integrative Psychotherapist. Whatever has brought you here, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, changes to your identity or other stumbling blocks in life; our co-created relationship could be the catalyst for change you’re looking for.
My ideal client feels stuck or overwhelmed in life. They might be dealing with grief, exploring their identity, or struggling in relationships. They want a safe space to express themselves without judgment. They seek confidence, balance, and peace. They want to understand their emotions and find practical ways to move forward. Most importantly, they seek support to face their challenges and regain hope.
My ideal client feels stuck or overwhelmed in life. They might be dealing with grief, exploring their identity, or struggling in relationships. They want a safe space to express themselves without judgment. They seek confidence, balance, and peace. They want to understand their emotions and find practical ways to move forward. Most importantly, they seek support to face their challenges and regain hope.
Meet Our LGBTQ+ Counsellors
I have a wide range of experience in clinical issues, I have worked with a range of ages from three years to sixty six year old clients. Specialising in anger management, bereavement, loss, stress, anxiety and depression, relationships and men's issues. All mental health issues can be talked about in person or via cyber counselling. I also offer experienced clinical supervision for counsellors, feel free to contact me for more information
I have a wide range of experience in clinical issues, I have worked with a range of ages from three years to sixty six year old clients. Specialising in anger management, bereavement, loss, stress, anxiety and depression, relationships and men's issues. All mental health issues can be talked about in person or via cyber counselling. I also offer experienced clinical supervision for counsellors, feel free to contact me for more information
Chris Stoker
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Have you or a loved one been struggling to cope with anxiety, feeling overwhelmed or low? Maybe social situations are difficult to face, or work and studies are harder to manage? Perhaps you've been experiencing unwanted and intrusive thoughts, or feeling driven to repeat certain actions. Doing the things that you used to be able to maybe just feels too heavy. If you're a loved one, maybe you've noticed your young person change from how they used to be. If any of this sounds familiar, I can help by providing a safe and open space to support you in overcoming these challenges. Please feel free to visit www.chpsychotherapies.com
Have you or a loved one been struggling to cope with anxiety, feeling overwhelmed or low? Maybe social situations are difficult to face, or work and studies are harder to manage? Perhaps you've been experiencing unwanted and intrusive thoughts, or feeling driven to repeat certain actions. Doing the things that you used to be able to maybe just feels too heavy. If you're a loved one, maybe you've noticed your young person change from how they used to be. If any of this sounds familiar, I can help by providing a safe and open space to support you in overcoming these challenges. Please feel free to visit www.chpsychotherapies.com
I am concerned with helping you, by appreciating your uniqueness, and fostering a relationship built on trust. While focusing on your life now, we will explore and learn about your strengths, challenges, and aspirations. Any diagnosis significantly impacting you, is important for us to explore and it does not define your identity or capabilities.
Therapy over the medium to long-term commitment can be a gradual process of exploration and discovery, allowing for a deeper understanding between us.
I am concerned with helping you, by appreciating your uniqueness, and fostering a relationship built on trust. While focusing on your life now, we will explore and learn about your strengths, challenges, and aspirations. Any diagnosis significantly impacting you, is important for us to explore and it does not define your identity or capabilities.
Therapy over the medium to long-term commitment can be a gradual process of exploration and discovery, allowing for a deeper understanding between us.
Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile.
I'm an EMDR Psychotherapist, Consultant/Clinical Supervisor, and an accredited practitioner with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I bring over fifteen years of experience supporting individuals with their mental health and emotional well-being. With over fifteen years of experience, my prior roles have included counsellor, mental health trainer, suicide interventions trainer, hospital discharge worker (supporting patients due to be discharged from psychiatric settings) and mental health coordinator.
Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile.
I'm an EMDR Psychotherapist, Consultant/Clinical Supervisor, and an accredited practitioner with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I bring over fifteen years of experience supporting individuals with their mental health and emotional well-being. With over fifteen years of experience, my prior roles have included counsellor, mental health trainer, suicide interventions trainer, hospital discharge worker (supporting patients due to be discharged from psychiatric settings) and mental health coordinator.
I have been supporting men's sexual health, self-identity & wellbeing for over 30 years. I integrate specialist sexual health & HIV nursing experience, alongside evidence-based sex therapy for men struggling with problem sexual behaviours. I offer a safe and supportive environment to explore sexual urges, thoughts and behaviours with the aim to better understand, and make the changes you want.
I have been supporting men's sexual health, self-identity & wellbeing for over 30 years. I integrate specialist sexual health & HIV nursing experience, alongside evidence-based sex therapy for men struggling with problem sexual behaviours. I offer a safe and supportive environment to explore sexual urges, thoughts and behaviours with the aim to better understand, and make the changes you want.
Let’s face it, life can be hard. To tackle the challenges we endure day-to-day, it’s essential to build a good psychological foundation and increase our fortitude. Without a balanced lifestyle our bodies and minds become less resilient. Are you struggling to move forward? My life philosophy is simple – be consistent and things will change for you. Work with me if you want to create healthier habits/behaviours and relinquish old beliefs that have weighed you down.
Let’s face it, life can be hard. To tackle the challenges we endure day-to-day, it’s essential to build a good psychological foundation and increase our fortitude. Without a balanced lifestyle our bodies and minds become less resilient. Are you struggling to move forward? My life philosophy is simple – be consistent and things will change for you. Work with me if you want to create healthier habits/behaviours and relinquish old beliefs that have weighed you down.
I am a Jungian analyst with a particular interest in individuation, dreams, and the artistic imagination.
I am a Jungian analyst with a particular interest in individuation, dreams, and the artistic imagination.
Would you like nurturing, healing and growth to help you rewrite your story and embrace your self worth? Do you feel depressed, anxious or stuck? Do you feel you struggle to be happy or that happiness is a fleeting thought that never really stays around for long? Do you find relationships are difficult and you can't seem to understand why? Do you recognise repetitive patterns in your life that you wish to change? Are you willing to explore and understand the feelings and emotions that are related to your experiences and reflect on what is happening to seek alternative ways to heal? If so, I can help!
Would you like nurturing, healing and growth to help you rewrite your story and embrace your self worth? Do you feel depressed, anxious or stuck? Do you feel you struggle to be happy or that happiness is a fleeting thought that never really stays around for long? Do you find relationships are difficult and you can't seem to understand why? Do you recognise repetitive patterns in your life that you wish to change? Are you willing to explore and understand the feelings and emotions that are related to your experiences and reflect on what is happening to seek alternative ways to heal? If so, I can help!
I offer a safe and non-judgemental enviroment where I help people solve the problems that they are dealing with. I want my clients to walk away from our time together with the tools to maintain the changes they have worked for and a new found or rediscovered confidence in themselves and life. My therapy is practical, straight forward and it works. Cognitive behaviour therapy was designed for anxiety related issues from panic to OCD. It is perfect for depression or anger issues. As a qualified hypnotherapist I also teach relaxation and mindfillness meditation to those who want that extra dimension to their therapy.
I offer a safe and non-judgemental enviroment where I help people solve the problems that they are dealing with. I want my clients to walk away from our time together with the tools to maintain the changes they have worked for and a new found or rediscovered confidence in themselves and life. My therapy is practical, straight forward and it works. Cognitive behaviour therapy was designed for anxiety related issues from panic to OCD. It is perfect for depression or anger issues. As a qualified hypnotherapist I also teach relaxation and mindfillness meditation to those who want that extra dimension to their therapy.
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LGBTQ+ Counsellors
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalisation in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.