Internal Family Systems (IFS) Counselling in Newton Aycliffe
As a relational, integrative, Psychotherapist I am very person centred & lean towards Psychodynamic attachment focused lens whilst also being able to integrate from other theoretical concepts like Transactional Analysis, Internal Family Systems, CBT, Gestalt, Somatic/Grounding exercises through your invididual needs.
My passion is supporting people with Anxiety, trauma (including childhood trauma showing up in adulthood), attachment issues, bereavement, and relationship challenges. My approach is relational and integrative, meaning I tailor our work to your unique needs rather than using a one‑size‑fits‑all method.
You can expect a warm, grounded, non‑judgemental space. Someone who listens deeply and helps you feel understood. Who can support to break unhelpful patterns and reconnect with yourself, provide greater clarity, connnection with others, confidence and self compassion. A collaborative process where we move at your pace
As a relational, integrative, Psychotherapist I am very person centred & lean towards Psychodynamic attachment focused lens whilst also being able to integrate from other theoretical concepts like Transactional Analysis, Internal Family Systems, CBT, Gestalt, Somatic/Grounding exercises through your invididual needs.
My passion is supporting people with Anxiety, trauma (including childhood trauma showing up in adulthood), attachment issues, bereavement, and relationship challenges. My approach is relational and integrative, meaning I tailor our work to your unique needs rather than using a one‑size‑fits‑all method.
You can expect a warm, grounded, non‑judgemental space. Someone who listens deeply and helps you feel understood. Who can support to break unhelpful patterns and reconnect with yourself, provide greater clarity, connnection with others, confidence and self compassion. A collaborative process where we move at your pace
Dr Lauren
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
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I’m a HCPC registered counselling psychologist and EMDR therapist with a specialism in eating disorders, trauma and dissociation. I work with adolescents and adults both in person and online tailoring the approach to your needs drawing on trauma focused and relational approaches. I offer ADHD assessments and diagnosis, and tailor my therapy to work with neurodiversity. I work across the breadth of eating disorders including ARFID, disordered eating, binge eating disorder, obesity, anorexia and bulimia. I enjoy trauma focused work as well as relational difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief and OCD.
I’m a HCPC registered counselling psychologist and EMDR therapist with a specialism in eating disorders, trauma and dissociation. I work with adolescents and adults both in person and online tailoring the approach to your needs drawing on trauma focused and relational approaches. I offer ADHD assessments and diagnosis, and tailor my therapy to work with neurodiversity. I work across the breadth of eating disorders including ARFID, disordered eating, binge eating disorder, obesity, anorexia and bulimia. I enjoy trauma focused work as well as relational difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief and OCD.
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I have great experience in helping individuals explore meaningful ways of living. Connecting to their authentic selves, whilst developing more authentic and meaningful relationships.
I help individuals and couples to understand what is at the roots of their conflicts and dissatisfaction. Helping explore anger, rejection, disappointment and betrayal. Hot and cold relationships increase individuals insecurities. I help individuals understand what lies underneath their relationship choices, underneath repeated patterns, their fears of genuine intimacy and the dance of intimacy individuals and couples play out in their relationships.
I have great experience in helping individuals explore meaningful ways of living. Connecting to their authentic selves, whilst developing more authentic and meaningful relationships.
I help individuals and couples to understand what is at the roots of their conflicts and dissatisfaction. Helping explore anger, rejection, disappointment and betrayal. Hot and cold relationships increase individuals insecurities. I help individuals understand what lies underneath their relationship choices, underneath repeated patterns, their fears of genuine intimacy and the dance of intimacy individuals and couples play out in their relationships.
I’m a qualified Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor with over 7 years of experience running my own practice. I’m deeply committed to helping clients navigate lifes challenges, working through anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, burnout, or relationship difficulties.
I support children and adults, tailoring therapy to meet each clients emotional, developmental, and psychological needs. My approach is compassionate and grounded in the belief that clients deserve to feel safe, understood, respected, heard and supported. I take an integrative, person-centred approach, combining evidence-based therapies to best suit your needs.
I’m a qualified Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor with over 7 years of experience running my own practice. I’m deeply committed to helping clients navigate lifes challenges, working through anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, burnout, or relationship difficulties.
I support children and adults, tailoring therapy to meet each clients emotional, developmental, and psychological needs. My approach is compassionate and grounded in the belief that clients deserve to feel safe, understood, respected, heard and supported. I take an integrative, person-centred approach, combining evidence-based therapies to best suit your needs.
Feeling overwhelmed and stuck can lead to a sense of disempowerment and loss of control. This is really common especially If your struggling with the impact of trauma and feeling high levels of distress and anxiety , which can affect all aspects of your life . I’m here to help to understand your story and make sense of the complex thoughts, feelings and behaviours you may be experiencing. Together we can identify what your values are and help you to feel more connected to what it’s important to you . Helping you to feel at peace with yourself and live a healthy, fulfilled, meanginful life .
Feeling overwhelmed and stuck can lead to a sense of disempowerment and loss of control. This is really common especially If your struggling with the impact of trauma and feeling high levels of distress and anxiety , which can affect all aspects of your life . I’m here to help to understand your story and make sense of the complex thoughts, feelings and behaviours you may be experiencing. Together we can identify what your values are and help you to feel more connected to what it’s important to you . Helping you to feel at peace with yourself and live a healthy, fulfilled, meanginful life .
I'm HCPC registered and regularly attend professional development to enhance my therapy (e.g., EFT, ACT, CBT, IFS).
Something feels not right for you at the moment and you’re feel ready to do something about it. Maybe it’s anxiety, low mood, relationship struggles, self-esteem, parenting stress, or navigating a major life change or illness.
I’m Lauren, a HCPC registered psychologist working with individuals, couples, and families. My approach is warm and collaborative, drawing on both psychology and systemic thinking. That means I’m interested not just in what’s happening inside you, but in the relationships and contexts that shape your experience.
If this resonates, let’s start with a chat to see if we’re a good fit.
I'm HCPC registered and regularly attend professional development to enhance my therapy (e.g., EFT, ACT, CBT, IFS).
Something feels not right for you at the moment and you’re feel ready to do something about it. Maybe it’s anxiety, low mood, relationship struggles, self-esteem, parenting stress, or navigating a major life change or illness.
I’m Lauren, a HCPC registered psychologist working with individuals, couples, and families. My approach is warm and collaborative, drawing on both psychology and systemic thinking. That means I’m interested not just in what’s happening inside you, but in the relationships and contexts that shape your experience.
If this resonates, let’s start with a chat to see if we’re a good fit.
Using integrative counselling methods including Christian Counselling, IFS and Person Centered I can assist to bring perspective and healing to areas of relationships or poor mental health issues.
I am a BACP & ACC registered counsellor working with clients who are experiencing struggles in their personal lives and with relationships. I work in an integrative way using several modalities depending on my clients needs. I am currently doing the Gottman Institute Level 1 & 2 training for couples therapy and use their in-depth assessment and methods to assist couples to repair breakdowns, and achieve the desired outcomes for their relationship. I am trained in Christian Counselling and also offer Christian Principle based counselling to Christians seeking counselling for both psychological and spiritual issues.
Using integrative counselling methods including Christian Counselling, IFS and Person Centered I can assist to bring perspective and healing to areas of relationships or poor mental health issues.
I am a BACP & ACC registered counsellor working with clients who are experiencing struggles in their personal lives and with relationships. I work in an integrative way using several modalities depending on my clients needs. I am currently doing the Gottman Institute Level 1 & 2 training for couples therapy and use their in-depth assessment and methods to assist couples to repair breakdowns, and achieve the desired outcomes for their relationship. I am trained in Christian Counselling and also offer Christian Principle based counselling to Christians seeking counselling for both psychological and spiritual issues.
Hey, I’m Hermione (she/her) – I am a qualified integrative counsellor supporting adults and teenagers to reconnect with themselves and their needs while navigating life’s challenges. I offer you down to earth, compassionate therapy underpinned by the understanding that meaningful change happens when we experience emotionally safe, secure relationships, where you feel held, seen and valued. Nothing exists in isolation; connection is an essential part of the journey.
I have experience in the private and charity sector working with clients experiencing a range of mental health struggles and hardships from a trauma informed lens.
Hey, I’m Hermione (she/her) – I am a qualified integrative counsellor supporting adults and teenagers to reconnect with themselves and their needs while navigating life’s challenges. I offer you down to earth, compassionate therapy underpinned by the understanding that meaningful change happens when we experience emotionally safe, secure relationships, where you feel held, seen and valued. Nothing exists in isolation; connection is an essential part of the journey.
I have experience in the private and charity sector working with clients experiencing a range of mental health struggles and hardships from a trauma informed lens.
Hi, I am Joshua, a professional counsellor and a registered member of the BACP.
I understand how daunting it can feel to look for a counsellor and to work out whether someone will feel like the right fit. My aim is to offer a calm, transparent, and supportive starting point, so you have a clear sense of how I work and what you can expect.
My approach is relational and integrative, with the therapeutic relationship at the centre of meaningful change. I work in a way that recognises how our experiences are held not only in our thoughts, but also in our bodies and in our patterns of relating to others.
Hi, I am Joshua, a professional counsellor and a registered member of the BACP.
I understand how daunting it can feel to look for a counsellor and to work out whether someone will feel like the right fit. My aim is to offer a calm, transparent, and supportive starting point, so you have a clear sense of how I work and what you can expect.
My approach is relational and integrative, with the therapeutic relationship at the centre of meaningful change. I work in a way that recognises how our experiences are held not only in our thoughts, but also in our bodies and in our patterns of relating to others.
I offer a confidential, safe space and time for clients to explore any concerns or problems they are experiencing. During our sessions you will have the opportunity to discuss whatever issues you are struggling with in order to reach a deeper understanding of yourself, others and your circumstances, and most crucially to identify anything that you wish to change and work towards your goals. Together in our sessions, I will work sensitively so as to strengthen and empower you in the here-and-now to deal with recent events, on-going or long-standing issues that may have surfaced in your life.
I offer a confidential, safe space and time for clients to explore any concerns or problems they are experiencing. During our sessions you will have the opportunity to discuss whatever issues you are struggling with in order to reach a deeper understanding of yourself, others and your circumstances, and most crucially to identify anything that you wish to change and work towards your goals. Together in our sessions, I will work sensitively so as to strengthen and empower you in the here-and-now to deal with recent events, on-going or long-standing issues that may have surfaced in your life.
I provide a safe, supportive, and trauma-informed space where empathy, authenticity, and confidentiality are at the core. No matter your age, background, or life experience, you are welcome here. Together, we will explore your emotions, uncover patterns, and gain clarity about what matters most to you. At a pace that feels comfortable, we will work together to cultivate self-acceptance, build resilience, and strengthen your confidence. My goal is to help you reconnect with your inner resources so you can navigate challenges with greater balance, clarity, and authenticity.
I provide a safe, supportive, and trauma-informed space where empathy, authenticity, and confidentiality are at the core. No matter your age, background, or life experience, you are welcome here. Together, we will explore your emotions, uncover patterns, and gain clarity about what matters most to you. At a pace that feels comfortable, we will work together to cultivate self-acceptance, build resilience, and strengthen your confidence. My goal is to help you reconnect with your inner resources so you can navigate challenges with greater balance, clarity, and authenticity.
Life’s challenges, whether the end of a relationship, family changes, grief, low self-esteem, anxiety or depression, can leave you feeling lost or overwhelmed. I’m a BACP-registered psychotherapist, offering a safe and compassionate space to explore what’s happening for you and why. Working integratively, I tailor therapy to your needs, helping you navigate life’s transitions, ease emotional distress, and reconnect with your strengths. Whether online or in my calming Bedale, North Yorkshire practice, we’ll work together at your pace toward clarity, balance, and renewed hope.
Life’s challenges, whether the end of a relationship, family changes, grief, low self-esteem, anxiety or depression, can leave you feeling lost or overwhelmed. I’m a BACP-registered psychotherapist, offering a safe and compassionate space to explore what’s happening for you and why. Working integratively, I tailor therapy to your needs, helping you navigate life’s transitions, ease emotional distress, and reconnect with your strengths. Whether online or in my calming Bedale, North Yorkshire practice, we’ll work together at your pace toward clarity, balance, and renewed hope.
I support people struggling with compulsive sexual behaviour—often known as sex or porn addiction. You might feel guilt or shame about porn use, find it hard to stop despite wanting to, or notice it causing problems in your life. My approach is sex-positive and nonjudgmental, focused on helping you reduce shame and build a relationship with your sexuality and sexual activity that you are more comfortable with. I also work with those experiencing shame about themselves, whether related to sex or other issues in life.
I support people struggling with compulsive sexual behaviour—often known as sex or porn addiction. You might feel guilt or shame about porn use, find it hard to stop despite wanting to, or notice it causing problems in your life. My approach is sex-positive and nonjudgmental, focused on helping you reduce shame and build a relationship with your sexuality and sexual activity that you are more comfortable with. I also work with those experiencing shame about themselves, whether related to sex or other issues in life.
I tend to work with individuals, couples and families who feel stuck in patterns that keep repeating in their relationships or in how they feel about themselves. They may struggle with communication, conflict, anxiety, self-doubt or a harsh inner critic, and want to understand where these patterns come from. Often people sense that experiences from earlier in life are shaping how they respond now. Therapy offers a space to explore this with curiosity and compassion, so that new ways of relating to themselves and others can begin to emerge.
I tend to work with individuals, couples and families who feel stuck in patterns that keep repeating in their relationships or in how they feel about themselves. They may struggle with communication, conflict, anxiety, self-doubt or a harsh inner critic, and want to understand where these patterns come from. Often people sense that experiences from earlier in life are shaping how they respond now. Therapy offers a space to explore this with curiosity and compassion, so that new ways of relating to themselves and others can begin to emerge.
Maybe you've been feeling down, worried or disappointed with life. Or you have unresolved issues from your past that are keeping you stuck in a negative place and struggling in your relationships. Counselling can help you to see your situation in a different light and give you renewed strength to deal with life’s challenges. Sometimes, simply talking about your situation will help you to feel better. At other times, you might need a little more help to understand what is going on for you and to develop new strategies for coping. I provide a safe, confidential space and an empathetic ear for you to begin this work.
Maybe you've been feeling down, worried or disappointed with life. Or you have unresolved issues from your past that are keeping you stuck in a negative place and struggling in your relationships. Counselling can help you to see your situation in a different light and give you renewed strength to deal with life’s challenges. Sometimes, simply talking about your situation will help you to feel better. At other times, you might need a little more help to understand what is going on for you and to develop new strategies for coping. I provide a safe, confidential space and an empathetic ear for you to begin this work.
People come to therapy for many different reasons. Some arrive feeling anxious or low; others feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure why life feels heavier than it once did. Some come during times of transition, changes in work, relationships, identity, or direction, while others come simply because something no longer feels quite right.
My role is to offer a space where whatever has brought you can be explored with care, curiosity, and respect. You do not need to arrive with clear answers or a neatly defined problem. We begin where you are.
People come to therapy for many different reasons. Some arrive feeling anxious or low; others feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure why life feels heavier than it once did. Some come during times of transition, changes in work, relationships, identity, or direction, while others come simply because something no longer feels quite right.
My role is to offer a space where whatever has brought you can be explored with care, curiosity, and respect. You do not need to arrive with clear answers or a neatly defined problem. We begin where you are.
Are you holding things together on the outside while feeling anxious,
overwhelmed, stuck or misunderstood underneath.
I specialise with neurodivergent adults and men who find it hard to
talk about what they’re feeling. You may experience ADHD, autistic
traits, anxiety, burnout, panic, low mood, anger, self-doubt, or just feeling life's hard.
Many of the men I work with are not short of feelings — they’ve just never had a safe
or natural way to express them. Sometimes if feels easier to begin through things like music, football, or daily life before getting to what's really going on underneath.
Are you holding things together on the outside while feeling anxious,
overwhelmed, stuck or misunderstood underneath.
I specialise with neurodivergent adults and men who find it hard to
talk about what they’re feeling. You may experience ADHD, autistic
traits, anxiety, burnout, panic, low mood, anger, self-doubt, or just feeling life's hard.
Many of the men I work with are not short of feelings — they’ve just never had a safe
or natural way to express them. Sometimes if feels easier to begin through things like music, football, or daily life before getting to what's really going on underneath.
As a dedicated and empathetic Integrative counsellor and supervisor, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve their personal goals. I hold a Master's degree in Trauma-informed practice and a BA (Hons) degree in Integrative Counselling practice. I am a registered member of the BACP and an accredited member of NCPS.
My approach is grounded in empathy, active listening, and a genuine commitment to each client's well-being. I believe in fostering a collaborative and non-judgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore their thoughts and emotions, set goals, and make positive changes.
As a dedicated and empathetic Integrative counsellor and supervisor, I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and achieve their personal goals. I hold a Master's degree in Trauma-informed practice and a BA (Hons) degree in Integrative Counselling practice. I am a registered member of the BACP and an accredited member of NCPS.
My approach is grounded in empathy, active listening, and a genuine commitment to each client's well-being. I believe in fostering a collaborative and non-judgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore their thoughts and emotions, set goals, and make positive changes.
Hello, I am a widely experienced, Psychosexual Therapist/Supervisor. If you want to understand yourself better,/change unwanted behaviours to 'feel' better I would be delighted to receive an EMAIL from you. I work with common & also unusual Sex & Relationship difficulties & Mental health conditions . I assess you, help you identify goals & I review how you think our work is progressing. I explain the rational for my exploration & focus of the tasks I ask you to practice. I work collaboratively with you-as a team to reach your goals. Clients say this is a good way to work. I often see the funny side of life, when appropriate :-)
Hello, I am a widely experienced, Psychosexual Therapist/Supervisor. If you want to understand yourself better,/change unwanted behaviours to 'feel' better I would be delighted to receive an EMAIL from you. I work with common & also unusual Sex & Relationship difficulties & Mental health conditions . I assess you, help you identify goals & I review how you think our work is progressing. I explain the rational for my exploration & focus of the tasks I ask you to practice. I work collaboratively with you-as a team to reach your goals. Clients say this is a good way to work. I often see the funny side of life, when appropriate :-)
We will then collaboratively plan the work, drawing on a range of models - EMDR, Compassion Focused Therapy, complex trauma and IFS.
Many of us can be our own harshest critic...never feeling good enough, never feeling as if we are "enough", not wanted or unloveable...these thoughts understandably have a big impact on our wellbeing and day to day functioning. It's not just you that feels this way - many of us struggle with these thoughts and feelings at times, but particularly if we've experienced adversity or trauma, this may have become the "norm" in the way we think about ourselves. But this can change. And when we start to think about ourselves and relate differently to ourselves, the world feels like a much better place!
We will then collaboratively plan the work, drawing on a range of models - EMDR, Compassion Focused Therapy, complex trauma and IFS.
Many of us can be our own harshest critic...never feeling good enough, never feeling as if we are "enough", not wanted or unloveable...these thoughts understandably have a big impact on our wellbeing and day to day functioning. It's not just you that feels this way - many of us struggle with these thoughts and feelings at times, but particularly if we've experienced adversity or trauma, this may have become the "norm" in the way we think about ourselves. But this can change. And when we start to think about ourselves and relate differently to ourselves, the world feels like a much better place!
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) Counsellors
What is Internal Family Systems therapy?
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on sub-personalities, or “families,” within a person, which may be made up of wounded parts and unpleasant emotions like anger and shame. These sub-personalities can come into conflict with each other and with an individual’s core Self, leaving the person feeling detached from positive traits such as the “8 C’s” of confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and connectedness. By healing a patient’s wounded parts, a therapist aims to restore balance and bring on positive change.
How does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
An IFS therapist will work with a patient to identify their particular sub-personalities, recognize the emotions powering them, and release them. By doing so, the patient should become more able to address any underlying problems their sub-personalities may have been trying to protect them from. Ultimately, a patient discovers ways to manage internal and external conflicts on their own, through techniques such as relaxation exercises, journaling, and making charts depicting the relationships between their core Self and their distinct parts.
Does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
IFS therapy has been shown to help people address conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, fears and phobias, trauma, and substance use disorders. Some research has also found that it can help individuals deal with symptoms of physical health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain, everyday functioning, depressive feelings, and low self-compassion. There are some conditions for which IFS treatment, specifically discussions of one’s “parts,” may be less appropriate, such as schizophrenia or other states that involve psychosis or paranoia.
How long does Internal Family Systems therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for IFS therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core concepts of IFS, some patients quickly make progress. While experiences vary, most will find that it is a relatively longer-term therapy, involving months and sometimes years of sessions.