Sleep or Insomnia Counselling in Newcastle

Dr Matt Johnson
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Hello, I’m Matt. I’m a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years’ experience. Specialising in ACT (a form of CBT), I help adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain, stress, life transitions, and more. FREE, no-obligation consultation.
Hello, I’m Matt. I’m a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years’ experience. Specialising in ACT (a form of CBT), I help adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain, stress, life transitions, and more. FREE, no-obligation consultation.
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Welcome. Are you here because you are struggling with something in your life and need some help and support? Perhaps you are experiencing some symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, trauma or addiction? Or something else? Would you like someone to listen to you in a confidential, safe place, without judgement? Are you interested in improving your confidence and increasing your self-esteem? Life can really test us at times and we may be unable to find the answers within ourselves or indeed from our family and friends.
Welcome. Are you here because you are struggling with something in your life and need some help and support? Perhaps you are experiencing some symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, trauma or addiction? Or something else? Would you like someone to listen to you in a confidential, safe place, without judgement? Are you interested in improving your confidence and increasing your self-esteem? Life can really test us at times and we may be unable to find the answers within ourselves or indeed from our family and friends.
01782 983532 View 01782 983532
The Therapy Quarters
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
2 Endorsed
Karen has managed a private practice offering counselling, EMDR Therapy, and Clinical Supervision to clients and practitioners internationally. Karen’s work over more than 25 years has been within charitable, public and private sectors alongside working with trainee practitioners from Universities throughout Staffordshire and Cheshire. Karen has experience working with Police and Emergency Blue Light services, Specialist Domestic Abuse services, NHS and care staff, as well as lecturing for a number of years and providing training to external agencies and organisations.
Karen has managed a private practice offering counselling, EMDR Therapy, and Clinical Supervision to clients and practitioners internationally. Karen’s work over more than 25 years has been within charitable, public and private sectors alongside working with trainee practitioners from Universities throughout Staffordshire and Cheshire. Karen has experience working with Police and Emergency Blue Light services, Specialist Domestic Abuse services, NHS and care staff, as well as lecturing for a number of years and providing training to external agencies and organisations.
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Paul Hammersley
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
I recently celebrated 25 years as a CBT therapist. I am now also qualified in EMDR In. addition my therapy practice I have taught CBT for many years. I was programme director for post graduate CBT training at Manchester and Lancaster Universities, I have lectured at most UK universities and also abroad in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Sweden, Spain, Holland and Brazil. I have been widely published on the relationship between negative life events and psychological distress including as a first author in The British journal of Psychiatry
I recently celebrated 25 years as a CBT therapist. I am now also qualified in EMDR In. addition my therapy practice I have taught CBT for many years. I was programme director for post graduate CBT training at Manchester and Lancaster Universities, I have lectured at most UK universities and also abroad in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Sweden, Spain, Holland and Brazil. I have been widely published on the relationship between negative life events and psychological distress including as a first author in The British journal of Psychiatry
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Susan Fleming
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Serves Area
If you are looking for quick access to CBT therapy sessions without a waiting list, to help you feel less anxious, improve your sleep, improve your mood and feel more balanced with your emotions, I welcome you to contact me for a free 30 minute phone or video call, to discuss and ask any questions you have about how therapy may help.
I provide CBT in private practice at the point in time when you need it, without a waiting list. I am experienced in offering research-based CBT, having previously worked in the NHS and specialist service providers and as lecturer for public sector CBT therapists. CBT with me, offers you a plan for your therapy, discussed together, to meet your needs.
If you are looking for quick access to CBT therapy sessions without a waiting list, to help you feel less anxious, improve your sleep, improve your mood and feel more balanced with your emotions, I welcome you to contact me for a free 30 minute phone or video call, to discuss and ask any questions you have about how therapy may help.
I provide CBT in private practice at the point in time when you need it, without a waiting list. I am experienced in offering research-based CBT, having previously worked in the NHS and specialist service providers and as lecturer for public sector CBT therapists. CBT with me, offers you a plan for your therapy, discussed together, to meet your needs.
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Caroline Scol
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
If you're reading this, you may be going through a difficult time, feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, low in confidence or unsure about what you want or need. Perhaps something has happened that you're finding difficult to make sense of, or you've reached a point where you know something needs to change. Whatever has brought you here, taking that first step can take courage. I'm a BACP Registered Counsellor, Accredited Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor with over 22 years' experience supporting people through a wide range of challenges and life experiences.
If you're reading this, you may be going through a difficult time, feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, low in confidence or unsure about what you want or need. Perhaps something has happened that you're finding difficult to make sense of, or you've reached a point where you know something needs to change. Whatever has brought you here, taking that first step can take courage. I'm a BACP Registered Counsellor, Accredited Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor with over 22 years' experience supporting people through a wide range of challenges and life experiences.
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Dr Gareth Davies
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi there and welcome. I am passionate about working with people who are experiencing emotional difficulties relating to grief, loss, shame, blame or self-criticism, and working on healing the impact of trauma/ PTSD. I take a very holistic approach, so whether you feel grief or pain about the past, fear about the future, or anything in between, I’d love to help. I specialise in working with older adults and the LGBTQ+ community and I’m particularly experienced in working with gender identity, sexuality and wider identity concerns.
Hi there and welcome. I am passionate about working with people who are experiencing emotional difficulties relating to grief, loss, shame, blame or self-criticism, and working on healing the impact of trauma/ PTSD. I take a very holistic approach, so whether you feel grief or pain about the past, fear about the future, or anything in between, I’d love to help. I specialise in working with older adults and the LGBTQ+ community and I’m particularly experienced in working with gender identity, sexuality and wider identity concerns.
029 2271 4421 View 029 2271 4421
The Mind-Body Guide
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, PNCPS Acc.
Online Only
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.
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.
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Claire Ashby
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Stafford ST17
Or are you experiencing insomnia or sleep difficulties?
I offer specialist Counselling and Hypnotherapy for anxiety, stress, fears and phobias, sleep and confidence. I tailor my approach to your individual needs but mainly use the person centred approach. I will work with you to explore the route cause of your difficulties and support you to reduce anxiety and feel more confident and in control.
Or are you experiencing insomnia or sleep difficulties?
I offer specialist Counselling and Hypnotherapy for anxiety, stress, fears and phobias, sleep and confidence. I tailor my approach to your individual needs but mainly use the person centred approach. I will work with you to explore the route cause of your difficulties and support you to reduce anxiety and feel more confident and in control.
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Dr Mike Oliver
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Health Psych.
Sandbach CW11
Is insomnia affecting your day-to-day life?
In this online or in-person programme, I can help you: 1) Find out if you have insomnia (other sleep conditions may need different treatment). 2) Gain behavioural skills to maximise your chance of a good night’s sleep. 3) Overcome the negative thought patterns which occur with insomnia. 4) Retrain your sleep and wake timings for improved quality of sleep.
Is insomnia affecting your day-to-day life?
In this online or in-person programme, I can help you: 1) Find out if you have insomnia (other sleep conditions may need different treatment). 2) Gain behavioural skills to maximise your chance of a good night’s sleep. 3) Overcome the negative thought patterns which occur with insomnia. 4) Retrain your sleep and wake timings for improved quality of sleep.
01260 540224 View 01260 540224
Supervision & therapeutic Counselling with nada
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and welcome! Many thanks for reading my profile page. If you are struggling to cope following a bereavement, feeling stuck in grief, feeling alone, depressed. anxious or not wanting to talk to close family friends for fear of upsetting them, I can offer support to help. Also if you are feeling guilty in denial or angry with blame; not sleeping, struggling with challenges such as eating problems, self sabotage,self medicating to cope or just not able to accept life without your loved one, then counselling has been shown to help Loss can take on many forms such as job loss, diagnosed with long term condition etc let's talk !
Hello and welcome! Many thanks for reading my profile page. If you are struggling to cope following a bereavement, feeling stuck in grief, feeling alone, depressed. anxious or not wanting to talk to close family friends for fear of upsetting them, I can offer support to help. Also if you are feeling guilty in denial or angry with blame; not sleeping, struggling with challenges such as eating problems, self sabotage,self medicating to cope or just not able to accept life without your loved one, then counselling has been shown to help Loss can take on many forms such as job loss, diagnosed with long term condition etc let's talk !
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Amy Dunkley
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Buxton SK17
Life is complex and ever-changing. It can leave you feeling unsatisfied or in distress without really knowing why. You may have turned to ways of coping that you would like to change or explore. Therapy provides a safe space for you to unravel your thoughts and make sense of your world. I believe you are the expert of your experience; I will listen and assist you in exploring and understanding your world, to find a way back to your innate healed self. I draw on a range of psychological theories, nature and spirituality to guide therapy in a way that honours the uniqueness of each human being.
Life is complex and ever-changing. It can leave you feeling unsatisfied or in distress without really knowing why. You may have turned to ways of coping that you would like to change or explore. Therapy provides a safe space for you to unravel your thoughts and make sense of your world. I believe you are the expert of your experience; I will listen and assist you in exploring and understanding your world, to find a way back to your innate healed self. I draw on a range of psychological theories, nature and spirituality to guide therapy in a way that honours the uniqueness of each human being.
01298 608992 View 01298 608992
Dr Carla Rainbow
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I am Dr Carla Rainbow, and I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and a registered Counselling Psychotherapist (Dip TC, Dip SP&C, FD, BSc (Hons), PG Dip, MSc, DClinPsy, CPsychol, AFBPsS, Reg, MBACP, MSfDBT, EuroPsy). That means I am qualified to the very highest level, and experienced to be able to help you with even the most complex problems that you might be experiencing. On top of my experience (including in the NHS and prison services), and my qualifications, I work really hard at building effective working relationships, because research suggests that can be one of the most effective indicators for good therapeutic outcomes.
I am Dr Carla Rainbow, and I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and a registered Counselling Psychotherapist (Dip TC, Dip SP&C, FD, BSc (Hons), PG Dip, MSc, DClinPsy, CPsychol, AFBPsS, Reg, MBACP, MSfDBT, EuroPsy). That means I am qualified to the very highest level, and experienced to be able to help you with even the most complex problems that you might be experiencing. On top of my experience (including in the NHS and prison services), and my qualifications, I work really hard at building effective working relationships, because research suggests that can be one of the most effective indicators for good therapeutic outcomes.
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Allison Claughan
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Online Only
So, if you're a lady of a certain age struggling to sleep at night and fed up of indecision, give me a call.
Hi, i'm Allison. Nice to meet you ! Well done in taking the first step in searching for support. As a Counsellor, I will support you in working through your Menopause journey! If your tired of feeling anxious and lacking self confidence give me a calll ! It's sometimes hard to think clearly, with the busyness of life but during our sessions, you will have time to think about how you feel and how you would like to move forward with your life.
So, if you're a lady of a certain age struggling to sleep at night and fed up of indecision, give me a call.
Hi, i'm Allison. Nice to meet you ! Well done in taking the first step in searching for support. As a Counsellor, I will support you in working through your Menopause journey! If your tired of feeling anxious and lacking self confidence give me a calll ! It's sometimes hard to think clearly, with the busyness of life but during our sessions, you will have time to think about how you feel and how you would like to move forward with your life.
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Friar Gate Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
I am Miricia, an experienced, fully qualified BACP registered counsellor and psychotherapist. I have many years' experience in the mental health field along with formal training that provides me with a solid foundation to practice as an integrative counsellor. I have worked in private practise, businesses, charities, schools and have also featured on BBC Radio Two. In addition to my private practice I have experience in various mental health settings, having worked in the mental health field for the NHS in London, and as a counsellor for various employee assistance programmes and voluntary community counselling services.
I am Miricia, an experienced, fully qualified BACP registered counsellor and psychotherapist. I have many years' experience in the mental health field along with formal training that provides me with a solid foundation to practice as an integrative counsellor. I have worked in private practise, businesses, charities, schools and have also featured on BBC Radio Two. In addition to my private practice I have experience in various mental health settings, having worked in the mental health field for the NHS in London, and as a counsellor for various employee assistance programmes and voluntary community counselling services.
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Samantha Chater
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Sale M33
Life changes, loss, the pressure of keeping everything going, or ADHD-related overwhelm can leave you feeling stuck, anxious, or unsure of who you are anymore. You may be tired of always being the steady one, longing for a space where you can drop the mask and be honest about how things really feel. I offer a calm, down-to-earth place to talk things through, make sense of what’s been building up, and begin to feel clearer, steadier, and more like yourself again..
Life changes, loss, the pressure of keeping everything going, or ADHD-related overwhelm can leave you feeling stuck, anxious, or unsure of who you are anymore. You may be tired of always being the steady one, longing for a space where you can drop the mask and be honest about how things really feel. I offer a calm, down-to-earth place to talk things through, make sense of what’s been building up, and begin to feel clearer, steadier, and more like yourself again..
0161 524 2748 View 0161 524 2748
Lesley Snowdon
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
There are times when we don’t know which way to turn and are afraid to burden our closest friends or relatives. Counselling offers you a safe environment to express any feelings, worries or concerns without fear of recriminations or judgement. Anyone can benefit from counselling, it can be useful when experiencing a crisis or to deepen self-awareness. As an integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist, I use Transactional Analysis, Person Centred therapy and EMDR approaches. This I feel offers my clients a wide range of strategies to enable them to cope better with what life throws at them.
There are times when we don’t know which way to turn and are afraid to burden our closest friends or relatives. Counselling offers you a safe environment to express any feelings, worries or concerns without fear of recriminations or judgement. Anyone can benefit from counselling, it can be useful when experiencing a crisis or to deepen self-awareness. As an integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist, I use Transactional Analysis, Person Centred therapy and EMDR approaches. This I feel offers my clients a wide range of strategies to enable them to cope better with what life throws at them.
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Ruth Mary Flanagan
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Lymm WA13
Whether you're looking for support with a specific issue or just feeling a bit stuck, I'm here to help you make sense of things and reconnect with your inner resources. My work includes (but isn't limited to) helping people with: Anxiety, stress and overwhelm Confidence and self- esteem Life transitions or feeling stuck. Grief, loss, or unresolved past experiences.
Whether you're looking for support with a specific issue or just feeling a bit stuck, I'm here to help you make sense of things and reconnect with your inner resources. My work includes (but isn't limited to) helping people with: Anxiety, stress and overwhelm Confidence and self- esteem Life transitions or feeling stuck. Grief, loss, or unresolved past experiences.
01925 911888 View 01925 911888
Morwenna Jessop
Counsellor, MBACP
Hi, I’m Morwenna. I help people who may seem to be coping on the outside but inside feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or unlike themselves. You may be navigating anxiety, self-doubt, grief, infertility, pregnancy loss, or a period of change that has left you feeling uncertain. Perhaps you’re used to managing everything and supporting others, but now things feel harder to carry. I offer a thoughtful space where you can feel understood, make sense of your experience, and begin to move forward.
Hi, I’m Morwenna. I help people who may seem to be coping on the outside but inside feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or unlike themselves. You may be navigating anxiety, self-doubt, grief, infertility, pregnancy loss, or a period of change that has left you feeling uncertain. Perhaps you’re used to managing everything and supporting others, but now things feel harder to carry. I offer a thoughtful space where you can feel understood, make sense of your experience, and begin to move forward.
01663 794104 View 01663 794104
Chris Stoker
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hi there, I'm Chris. 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 really difficult unwanted and intrusive thoughts, or feeling driven to repeat certain actions. Doing the things that you used to be able to do 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.
Hi there, I'm Chris. 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 really difficult unwanted and intrusive thoughts, or feeling driven to repeat certain actions. Doing the things that you used to be able to do 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.
0330 043 3907 View 0330 043 3907
Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.

Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.

Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.

What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.