Sexual Abuse Counselling in Newcastle upon Tyne

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Dr Christina Jane Shahabeddin
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I'm Christina. As a clinical psychologist with over 10 years of post qualification experience, I offer a personal, individual, integrative approach to evidence based therapy for a wide range of psychological, emotional or behavioural difficulties. I use models including EMDR, CBT, Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), for difficulties including Trauma and PTSD, grief, depression, anxiety, low self esteem, insomnia, pregnancy and birth related complications or trauma.
Hi, I'm Christina. As a clinical psychologist with over 10 years of post qualification experience, I offer a personal, individual, integrative approach to evidence based therapy for a wide range of psychological, emotional or behavioural difficulties. I use models including EMDR, CBT, Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), for difficulties including Trauma and PTSD, grief, depression, anxiety, low self esteem, insomnia, pregnancy and birth related complications or trauma.
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Donna Marie Tonkinson
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Hi, my name is Donna, I am an accredited and experienced Integrative, Humanistic Psychodrama Psychotherapist. This dynamic and powerful approach opens up a wealth of creative possibilities for working with individuals and groups. It invites you to engage deeply with your emotions and experiences, fostering meaningful connections and insights. I’ve previously worked as a teacher, lecturer, and applied theatre practitioner, and I’ve had the privilege of supporting a diverse range of people, including many years helping individuals who have survived multiple traumas within tier 1–4 mental health services on their recovery journeys.
Hi, my name is Donna, I am an accredited and experienced Integrative, Humanistic Psychodrama Psychotherapist. This dynamic and powerful approach opens up a wealth of creative possibilities for working with individuals and groups. It invites you to engage deeply with your emotions and experiences, fostering meaningful connections and insights. I’ve previously worked as a teacher, lecturer, and applied theatre practitioner, and I’ve had the privilege of supporting a diverse range of people, including many years helping individuals who have survived multiple traumas within tier 1–4 mental health services on their recovery journeys.
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Dr Jenny Paton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
I am an experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist in both the NHS and private practice. My approach is all about helping you to understand and improve your mental health . The sessions will be structured and focused toward understanding why you feel the way you do (your own mental health blueprint), how to recognise unhelpful patterns or triggers in everyday life and successful skills to self regulate. You will be equipped, not only to understand why you feel the way you do, but also how to work toward healthier ways of managing your mental health.
I am an experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist in both the NHS and private practice. My approach is all about helping you to understand and improve your mental health . The sessions will be structured and focused toward understanding why you feel the way you do (your own mental health blueprint), how to recognise unhelpful patterns or triggers in everyday life and successful skills to self regulate. You will be equipped, not only to understand why you feel the way you do, but also how to work toward healthier ways of managing your mental health.
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Great Minds Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Victoria is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 20 year’s experience in the NHS and private sector. She has a special interest in supporting adults with emotional difficulties that they may face around their physical health conditions. She has has extensive experience of working with anxiety, low mood, adjustment and relationship issues. She also has a special interest in trauma and uses EMDR to formulate and work with adults who have experienced complex or single event traumas.
Victoria is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 20 year’s experience in the NHS and private sector. She has a special interest in supporting adults with emotional difficulties that they may face around their physical health conditions. She has has extensive experience of working with anxiety, low mood, adjustment and relationship issues. She also has a special interest in trauma and uses EMDR to formulate and work with adults who have experienced complex or single event traumas.
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Dr Mark Carey
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Concessions offered for NHS and Blue Light workers. Concession for online appointments. I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience in mental and physical health services within the NHS, supporting adults with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and common psychological difficulties. I also help individuals adjusting to significant changes in physical health—navigating shifts in identity, roles, relationships, and the emotional impact of their condition. Drawing on this experience, I now provide individual online and in-person therapy for adults (18+).
Concessions offered for NHS and Blue Light workers. Concession for online appointments. I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience in mental and physical health services within the NHS, supporting adults with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and common psychological difficulties. I also help individuals adjusting to significant changes in physical health—navigating shifts in identity, roles, relationships, and the emotional impact of their condition. Drawing on this experience, I now provide individual online and in-person therapy for adults (18+).
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Paula Biggs
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Hello, I'm Paula and I have over 30 years NHS experience, working in mental health services, working alongside people struggling with a wide range of mental health, psychological, emotional, and relational difficulties, including complex trauma. CAT is an effective treatment for those who feel "stuck" in their lives. We have all had one life, we are shaped by our relationships and unique life events. Past painful and confusing experiences can influence the way we see ourselves, others and the world. Through CAT we develop a compassionate understanding of ourselves, to help free us from the past, develop our choices- reach our goals.
Hello, I'm Paula and I have over 30 years NHS experience, working in mental health services, working alongside people struggling with a wide range of mental health, psychological, emotional, and relational difficulties, including complex trauma. CAT is an effective treatment for those who feel "stuck" in their lives. We have all had one life, we are shaped by our relationships and unique life events. Past painful and confusing experiences can influence the way we see ourselves, others and the world. Through CAT we develop a compassionate understanding of ourselves, to help free us from the past, develop our choices- reach our goals.
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Richard Swan
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
I am an accredited CBT and EMDR therapist with a passion for helping people find their way through life's challenges. I have been working in mental health services for over 15 years and practicing CBT since 2012 and EMDR since 2015. I also currently supervise CBT therapists and trainees in secondary care services on complex cases.
I am an accredited CBT and EMDR therapist with a passion for helping people find their way through life's challenges. I have been working in mental health services for over 15 years and practicing CBT since 2012 and EMDR since 2015. I also currently supervise CBT therapists and trainees in secondary care services on complex cases.
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Sadie Mavarani
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Are you tired of holding it all together? Of putting on a brave face when there’s so much beneath the surface that nobody can see? You go to work, you do your job, and to everyone around you, you seem “fine”. They don’t see the pain you’re carrying or the anxiety that creeps in late at night. They have no idea of the doubt you grapple with or the pressure you’re under. I’m a qualified psychotherapist who helps people manage the impact of stress, anxiety and trauma. I’m also down-to-earth, deeply empathetic and know how hard it can be to share those more vulnerable parts of ourselves we keep hidden.
Are you tired of holding it all together? Of putting on a brave face when there’s so much beneath the surface that nobody can see? You go to work, you do your job, and to everyone around you, you seem “fine”. They don’t see the pain you’re carrying or the anxiety that creeps in late at night. They have no idea of the doubt you grapple with or the pressure you’re under. I’m a qualified psychotherapist who helps people manage the impact of stress, anxiety and trauma. I’m also down-to-earth, deeply empathetic and know how hard it can be to share those more vulnerable parts of ourselves we keep hidden.
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Joanna Moseley
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you feel sad, lost, weighed down by past events? Has lockdown had a lasting emotional impact? Are you troubled by childhood trauma? Or a loss which prevents you living fully in the present? Are you experiencing bullying or abuse at home or at work? Do you feel called to explore the spiritual or intuitive parts of yourself? As an experienced person centred counsellor I can offer you the opportunity to explore these and other issues within a safe therapeutic relationship. I know that starting counselling can feel daunting and take real courage. I am a gentle, empathic and sensitive practitioner and will help you feel at ease.
Do you feel sad, lost, weighed down by past events? Has lockdown had a lasting emotional impact? Are you troubled by childhood trauma? Or a loss which prevents you living fully in the present? Are you experiencing bullying or abuse at home or at work? Do you feel called to explore the spiritual or intuitive parts of yourself? As an experienced person centred counsellor I can offer you the opportunity to explore these and other issues within a safe therapeutic relationship. I know that starting counselling can feel daunting and take real courage. I am a gentle, empathic and sensitive practitioner and will help you feel at ease.
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Dr Kristina Westcott - Psychologist Newcastle
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Thank you for visiting my profile page. I am a Clinical Psychologist, Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) and EMDR Practitioner with over 20 years experience working with adults with mental and physical health problems. I offer evidence based psychological assessment and therapy for a wide range of emotional, behavioural and psychological difficulties including anxiety, depression, low self esteem, relationship problems, trauma and post-traumatic stress and adjusting to medical conditions. I work with individuals age 16+.
Thank you for visiting my profile page. I am a Clinical Psychologist, Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) and EMDR Practitioner with over 20 years experience working with adults with mental and physical health problems. I offer evidence based psychological assessment and therapy for a wide range of emotional, behavioural and psychological difficulties including anxiety, depression, low self esteem, relationship problems, trauma and post-traumatic stress and adjusting to medical conditions. I work with individuals age 16+.
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Hannah Graham
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
Are you looking for a counsellor who celebrates you for who you are and respects you as an expert in your own experience? As a humanistic, integrative counsellor, I'll put your unique self at the very heart of our work and draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques to find out what works best for you. I aim to use kindness, warmth and humour to create a space where you can be yourself and achieve your goals. 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.
Are you looking for a counsellor who celebrates you for who you are and respects you as an expert in your own experience? As a humanistic, integrative counsellor, I'll put your unique self at the very heart of our work and draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques to find out what works best for you. I aim to use kindness, warmth and humour to create a space where you can be yourself and achieve your goals. 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.
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Jonny Maxfield
Counsellor, MBACP
Many people carry more than they show, feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or weighed down by anxiety, low mood, or past experiences. They want a safe, non-judgemental space to speak freely and understand themselves better. They’re seeking clarity, confidence, healthier boundaries, and more ease in daily life. Most of all, they want to feel like themselves again, and they’re reaching out because they know they don’t have to do it alone.
Many people carry more than they show, feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or weighed down by anxiety, low mood, or past experiences. They want a safe, non-judgemental space to speak freely and understand themselves better. They’re seeking clarity, confidence, healthier boundaries, and more ease in daily life. Most of all, they want to feel like themselves again, and they’re reaching out because they know they don’t have to do it alone.
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Marina Oliveira de Carvalho
Psychologist, MA, CPsychol
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.
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.
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Paul Grimmer
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
I am a psychotherapist with 15 years of experience supporting adults over 18 who are struggling with emotional and psychological distress. I offer a non-judgemental space to explore your difficulties with curiosity, compassion and sensitivity. These might be difficulties like traumatic expereinces, low self esteem, depression, anxiety, loss and transitions. I believe deeply that therapy can support healing, growth and recovery from adversity, trauma and distress, helping us to reconnect with feelings of safety in the present.
I am a psychotherapist with 15 years of experience supporting adults over 18 who are struggling with emotional and psychological distress. I offer a non-judgemental space to explore your difficulties with curiosity, compassion and sensitivity. These might be difficulties like traumatic expereinces, low self esteem, depression, anxiety, loss and transitions. I believe deeply that therapy can support healing, growth and recovery from adversity, trauma and distress, helping us to reconnect with feelings of safety in the present.
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Safe Space Psychology - Dr Stephanie Kelly
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience working with clients struggling with relational difficulties, trauma and other emotional and other psychological difficulties such as complex grief, low mood and anxiety. Working with male, female and non-binary clients, my aim is to personalise all therapeutic approaches to each individual client's specific needs. Over the years, I have worked in a wide variety of settings including acute and secure hospitals, community mental health services as well as in custodial settings with experience supporting adults, adolescents and families.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience working with clients struggling with relational difficulties, trauma and other emotional and other psychological difficulties such as complex grief, low mood and anxiety. Working with male, female and non-binary clients, my aim is to personalise all therapeutic approaches to each individual client's specific needs. Over the years, I have worked in a wide variety of settings including acute and secure hospitals, community mental health services as well as in custodial settings with experience supporting adults, adolescents and families.
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Dr Stuart Sadler
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
I specialise in helping people overcome problems such as depression, anxiety (whether due to worry, obsessive-compulsive disorder, health anxiety, or intrusive thoughts), and sleep disorders (such as insomnia, nightmares and early waking) so they can feel better and function better in day to day life again.
I specialise in helping people overcome problems such as depression, anxiety (whether due to worry, obsessive-compulsive disorder, health anxiety, or intrusive thoughts), and sleep disorders (such as insomnia, nightmares and early waking) so they can feel better and function better in day to day life again.
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Hi, I’m Katie. I’m an experienced therapist specialising in helping people heal from childhood trauma/ CPTSD. I am based in Newcastle upon Tyne and also work nationally online, using Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) and EMDR. I specialise in helping you understand and change repeating relational patterns so you can build healthier self-esteem and more balanced relationships. I am also a fully qualified and accredited CBT therapist and can support you with anxiety, insomnia and depression. If you have already tried CBT and feel you did not get what you needed, I can draw on my wider training to tailor therapy to you.
Hi, I’m Katie. I’m an experienced therapist specialising in helping people heal from childhood trauma/ CPTSD. I am based in Newcastle upon Tyne and also work nationally online, using Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) and EMDR. I specialise in helping you understand and change repeating relational patterns so you can build healthier self-esteem and more balanced relationships. I am also a fully qualified and accredited CBT therapist and can support you with anxiety, insomnia and depression. If you have already tried CBT and feel you did not get what you needed, I can draw on my wider training to tailor therapy to you.
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Helen Gifford
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Helping teenagers, young adults and adults find steadier ground and new ways forward. Being a young adult or parenting one can be complicated. Counselling offers a confidential space to offload, gain perspective, and build tools for change. I offer face-to-face sessions in Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, and online. I work collaboratively with young people and adults in transition, drawing from over 15 years' experience and published work in this area. Therapy with me is a chance to reconnect with yourself and find new possibilities.
Helping teenagers, young adults and adults find steadier ground and new ways forward. Being a young adult or parenting one can be complicated. Counselling offers a confidential space to offload, gain perspective, and build tools for change. I offer face-to-face sessions in Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, and online. I work collaboratively with young people and adults in transition, drawing from over 15 years' experience and published work in this area. Therapy with me is a chance to reconnect with yourself and find new possibilities.
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Psychology Newcastle - Dr Mariam Majid
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Thank you for visiting my profile. My name is Mariam and I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience working with adults with mental health problems. I am also trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) both of which are evidence based psychological approaches to treat a wide range of emotional, behavioural and psychological difficulties including anxiety, depression, complex trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), adjustment difficulties, self esteem etc. I also work with couples.
Thank you for visiting my profile. My name is Mariam and I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience working with adults with mental health problems. I am also trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) both of which are evidence based psychological approaches to treat a wide range of emotional, behavioural and psychological difficulties including anxiety, depression, complex trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), adjustment difficulties, self esteem etc. I also work with couples.
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Denise Hopkins
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Are you looking for nurturing support, healing, and space to reconnect with your self‑worth? You may feel depressed, anxious, stuck, or unable to hold onto happiness. Perhaps relationships feel difficult, or you’ve noticed unhelpful patterns repeating in your life. If you’re ready to explore the emotions behind these experiences and understand what’s shaping them, therapy can help you move toward meaningful change. I’m here to support you.
Are you looking for nurturing support, healing, and space to reconnect with your self‑worth? You may feel depressed, anxious, stuck, or unable to hold onto happiness. Perhaps relationships feel difficult, or you’ve noticed unhelpful patterns repeating in your life. If you’re ready to explore the emotions behind these experiences and understand what’s shaping them, therapy can help you move toward meaningful change. I’m here to support you.
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