ADHD Counselling in North Shields
I support clients with a wide range of mental health challenges, specialising in neurodivergence ( ADHD and Autism).
At the heart of my practice is empathy,compassion,acceptance & authenticity. I am committed to creating a non-judgmental space where you can feel safe to express yourself and be truly heard and understood.
I can help you explore emotions, regulate overwhelm,and understand yourself with greater compassion so you can move towards lasting change and wellbeing.
I support clients with a wide range of mental health challenges, specialising in neurodivergence ( ADHD and Autism).
At the heart of my practice is empathy,compassion,acceptance & authenticity. I am committed to creating a non-judgmental space where you can feel safe to express yourself and be truly heard and understood.
I can help you explore emotions, regulate overwhelm,and understand yourself with greater compassion so you can move towards lasting change and wellbeing.
I offer support for a wide range of difficulties such as Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Self Criticism, PTSD/CPTSD, emotional regulation issues, ADHD related problems, stress/burnout and Specific Phobia.
From both a professional and personal perspective, I understand that traditional models aren’t always suitable for Neurodivergent people. I work at a pace that’s safe and manageable and I aim to provide a calm, validating space where differences are understood, communication is clear, and practical strategies are tailored to how your brain works.
I offer support for a wide range of difficulties such as Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Self Criticism, PTSD/CPTSD, emotional regulation issues, ADHD related problems, stress/burnout and Specific Phobia.
From both a professional and personal perspective, I understand that traditional models aren’t always suitable for Neurodivergent people. I work at a pace that’s safe and manageable and I aim to provide a calm, validating space where differences are understood, communication is clear, and practical strategies are tailored to how your brain works.
Having autism and ADHD myself, I can also consider how neurodivergent traits compound common mental health difficulties and how we can maximise special-interests to achieve wellbeing.
I am a BABCP-accredited Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioural Therapist who provides support for adults with moderate to severe anxiety and depression. I help clients including those with generalised anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, low mood and procrastination, phobias, illness anxiety disorder and social anxiety disorder.
Having autism and ADHD myself, I can also consider how neurodivergent traits compound common mental health difficulties and how we can maximise special-interests to achieve wellbeing.
I am a BABCP-accredited Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioural Therapist who provides support for adults with moderate to severe anxiety and depression. I help clients including those with generalised anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, low mood and procrastination, phobias, illness anxiety disorder and social anxiety disorder.
Would you like to learn more about yourself and explore what you need to live a life where you can truly be you? Is the pressure of meeting everyone else’s expectations weighing you down? Would you like to find ways of managing anxiety or make sense of difficult experiences?
Maybe you have experienced grief and loss after bereavement, a life transition or life loss? Perhaps you have experienced a relationship breakdown and would like some support?
Maybe you would like to learn more about coping with overwhelming feelings or work on self-worth, setting boundaries and moving forwards embracing change.
Would you like to learn more about yourself and explore what you need to live a life where you can truly be you? Is the pressure of meeting everyone else’s expectations weighing you down? Would you like to find ways of managing anxiety or make sense of difficult experiences?
Maybe you have experienced grief and loss after bereavement, a life transition or life loss? Perhaps you have experienced a relationship breakdown and would like some support?
Maybe you would like to learn more about coping with overwhelming feelings or work on self-worth, setting boundaries and moving forwards embracing change.
Hi, I’m Scott. I’m a warm and empathic counsellor who genuinely loves what I do and cares about helping people gain self-awareness and understanding.
Because everyone comes to therapy with a unique story, I believe in tailoring our work completely to you. I work integratively, which means we can adapt our approach to suit your individual needs. If you want to work toward specific goals, that’s great. If you prefer a quiet space to reflect and figure things out slowly, we can absolutely do that too. We can meet in a traditional room, online, by phone or outdoors with a walk by the coast in Tynemouth.
Hi, I’m Scott. I’m a warm and empathic counsellor who genuinely loves what I do and cares about helping people gain self-awareness and understanding.
Because everyone comes to therapy with a unique story, I believe in tailoring our work completely to you. I work integratively, which means we can adapt our approach to suit your individual needs. If you want to work toward specific goals, that’s great. If you prefer a quiet space to reflect and figure things out slowly, we can absolutely do that too. We can meet in a traditional room, online, by phone or outdoors with a walk by the coast in Tynemouth.
I am a qualified and experienced person-centred counsellor, offering online, telephone, and face-to-face therapy in the North Shields area. I work at your pace, specialising in depression, trauma, anxiety, addiction, relationship and emotional difficulties. Past trauma or life events may feel difficult to cope with and leave you feeling anxious, depressed or stuck in unhelpful patterns of behaviour causing you conflict and anxiety. If you are considering counselling for the first time or have experienced therapy in the past or have struggled to find a solution that feels right for you, taking that first step is a sign of strength
I am a qualified and experienced person-centred counsellor, offering online, telephone, and face-to-face therapy in the North Shields area. I work at your pace, specialising in depression, trauma, anxiety, addiction, relationship and emotional difficulties. Past trauma or life events may feel difficult to cope with and leave you feeling anxious, depressed or stuck in unhelpful patterns of behaviour causing you conflict and anxiety. If you are considering counselling for the first time or have experienced therapy in the past or have struggled to find a solution that feels right for you, taking that first step is a sign of strength
Life can feel overwhelming at times — as though you are constantly holding things together on the outside while internally feeling anxious, low, stuck, or emotionally exhausted. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, or relationship difficulties, and finding it hard to understand why certain patterns keep repeating or why things no longer feel manageable in the way they once did.
Everyone is unique and there is not a one fits all answer. I will listen and work with you in the way that feels best to reach where you want to be. Together we will help you work through the problem and find yourself.
Life can feel overwhelming at times — as though you are constantly holding things together on the outside while internally feeling anxious, low, stuck, or emotionally exhausted. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, or relationship difficulties, and finding it hard to understand why certain patterns keep repeating or why things no longer feel manageable in the way they once did.
Everyone is unique and there is not a one fits all answer. I will listen and work with you in the way that feels best to reach where you want to be. Together we will help you work through the problem and find yourself.
I am a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Educational Psychologist, with over 17 years’ experience of working therapeutically.
I specialise in supporting people navigating the impact of early trauma, who experience attachment difficulties and unhelpful patterns of relating. My specialism also includes supporting parents experiencing post-adoption issues and the lasting impact of their children's early relational experiences. I am able to combine adult therapy with a package of family support, in such cases. I have expertise in supporting neurodivergent individuals and families, particularly those experiencing SEND-system burnout.
I am a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Educational Psychologist, with over 17 years’ experience of working therapeutically.
I specialise in supporting people navigating the impact of early trauma, who experience attachment difficulties and unhelpful patterns of relating. My specialism also includes supporting parents experiencing post-adoption issues and the lasting impact of their children's early relational experiences. I am able to combine adult therapy with a package of family support, in such cases. I have expertise in supporting neurodivergent individuals and families, particularly those experiencing SEND-system burnout.
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 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.
If you're reading this because you're feeling stuck, and life feels heavy or confusing, you're in the right place. My work is all about helping people to understand what's going on beneath the surface so they can feel calmer, clearer and more in control. Whether it's you, or a young person you care for who is struggling; my aim is simple - to help life feel easier, lighter and more manageable.
If you're reading this because you're feeling stuck, and life feels heavy or confusing, you're in the right place. My work is all about helping people to understand what's going on beneath the surface so they can feel calmer, clearer and more in control. Whether it's you, or a young person you care for who is struggling; my aim is simple - to help life feel easier, lighter and more manageable.
Hello Im Karen. How are you feeling today? Are you feeling "outofsync"? Are you experiencing overwhelm, feeling stuck, not feeling connected? Do you have times when you feel really anxious, sad and unfulfilled?Do you have past traumas?Do you notice you have intrusive thoughts, self limiting beliefs and unusual behaviours?I can help you move forward, help you manage your feelings, emotions and anxieties. I use a range of therapeutic approaches including CBT, EMDR, ACT, Mindfulness, EFT and coaching. Im here to help. Online therapy is as good as in person. "Hope is what enables us to keep going in the face of adversity" Jane Goodall.
Hello Im Karen. How are you feeling today? Are you feeling "outofsync"? Are you experiencing overwhelm, feeling stuck, not feeling connected? Do you have times when you feel really anxious, sad and unfulfilled?Do you have past traumas?Do you notice you have intrusive thoughts, self limiting beliefs and unusual behaviours?I can help you move forward, help you manage your feelings, emotions and anxieties. I use a range of therapeutic approaches including CBT, EMDR, ACT, Mindfulness, EFT and coaching. Im here to help. Online therapy is as good as in person. "Hope is what enables us to keep going in the face of adversity" Jane Goodall.
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As a therapist with both professional training and lived experience of ADHD, I can provide a neuro-affirming space that blends clinical expertise with personal understanding.
The training and experience i have gained in the last 12 year, through my work as a counsellor and my work within mental health services, has allowed me to understand that one cap does not fit all. Which is why within our work together, you are the expert of your life, but together we can navigate whatever challenges your facing.
As a therapist with both professional training and lived experience of ADHD, I can provide a neuro-affirming space that blends clinical expertise with personal understanding.
The training and experience i have gained in the last 12 year, through my work as a counsellor and my work within mental health services, has allowed me to understand that one cap does not fit all. Which is why within our work together, you are the expert of your life, but together we can navigate whatever challenges your facing.
I'm late diagnosed AuDHD, so I get what it's like to feel weird & not fit in.
In video, telephone or text CBT sessions, you'll learn flexible techniques & tools adapted to you. We'll work as a team to navigate your low self-confidence & figure out where it came from. Combining my professional knowledge with your knowledge of yourself will lead to the confidence to accept your neurodivergence & embrace you for you.
I'm late diagnosed AuDHD, so I get what it's like to feel weird & not fit in.
In video, telephone or text CBT sessions, you'll learn flexible techniques & tools adapted to you. We'll work as a team to navigate your low self-confidence & figure out where it came from. Combining my professional knowledge with your knowledge of yourself will lead to the confidence to accept your neurodivergence & embrace you for you.
I also bring over 20 years of experience working with neurodivergent individuals, specialising in ADHD and autism coaching (both pre and post diagnosis).
Hi, I’m Cat, a registered therapist with over 15-years of experience supporting people to un-hook from the difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours that are holding them back so they can live the life they want.
Perhaps you've lost your way. You feel scared, stuck or overwhelmed by anxiety and self-doubt. Everyone around you says you have so much to offer, but you’ve lost that spark of belief and don’t know how to pull yourself out of this rut.
You might have tried other therapists before, but find that nothing out there seems quite right.
Well, with a solution-focused approach akin to life coaching, that's where I come in!
I also bring over 20 years of experience working with neurodivergent individuals, specialising in ADHD and autism coaching (both pre and post diagnosis).
Hi, I’m Cat, a registered therapist with over 15-years of experience supporting people to un-hook from the difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours that are holding them back so they can live the life they want.
Perhaps you've lost your way. You feel scared, stuck or overwhelmed by anxiety and self-doubt. Everyone around you says you have so much to offer, but you’ve lost that spark of belief and don’t know how to pull yourself out of this rut.
You might have tried other therapists before, but find that nothing out there seems quite right.
Well, with a solution-focused approach akin to life coaching, that's where I come in!
I understand it can feel hard to be vulnerable and share your story. I’ll work gently at your pace, checking in to make sure it feels right for you. I’m a registered member MBACP (Accred) psychotherapeutic counsellor for children and young people, with years of experience supporting women too. I often work with those who feel low, worn out, anxious or unseen—who carry quiet feelings of not being good enough, or not truly mattering. Many I support are neurodivergent or tend to care for others while neglecting their own needs, often feeling burnt out, hopeless or uncertain about the future.
I understand it can feel hard to be vulnerable and share your story. I’ll work gently at your pace, checking in to make sure it feels right for you. I’m a registered member MBACP (Accred) psychotherapeutic counsellor for children and young people, with years of experience supporting women too. I often work with those who feel low, worn out, anxious or unseen—who carry quiet feelings of not being good enough, or not truly mattering. Many I support are neurodivergent or tend to care for others while neglecting their own needs, often feeling burnt out, hopeless or uncertain about the future.
I have undertaken further training in Understanding ADHD & achieved the Level 2 qualification Understanding Autism
Hi, I'm Stephanie, and I'd like to help you experience a more fulfilling life. At the moment, there is so much emphasis and pressure on people to achieve and be productive every day, to strive towards visible high standards constantly, to the point of exhaustion. Are you highly critical of yourself? Do you find yourself unable to try new things in case you fail? Do you focus on ways to improve things about yourself that other people can see & validate - your appearance, your body shape, your job, studies and even hobbies? Do you find yourself unable to switch off and relax? Expect things of yourself that you never would of others?
I have undertaken further training in Understanding ADHD & achieved the Level 2 qualification Understanding Autism
Hi, I'm Stephanie, and I'd like to help you experience a more fulfilling life. At the moment, there is so much emphasis and pressure on people to achieve and be productive every day, to strive towards visible high standards constantly, to the point of exhaustion. Are you highly critical of yourself? Do you find yourself unable to try new things in case you fail? Do you focus on ways to improve things about yourself that other people can see & validate - your appearance, your body shape, your job, studies and even hobbies? Do you find yourself unable to switch off and relax? Expect things of yourself that you never would of others?
As a Highly Specialist Practitioner Psychologist, I have worked mainly with individuals who have suffered some kind of childhood trauma and I also offer assessments for ADHD & ASD.
I use approaches informed by a number of therapeutic models. These include Cognitive Analytic Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy. I am also specifically trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Person-Centred Therapy and will tailor the approach to your needs.
As a Highly Specialist Practitioner Psychologist, I have worked mainly with individuals who have suffered some kind of childhood trauma and I also offer assessments for ADHD & ASD.
I use approaches informed by a number of therapeutic models. These include Cognitive Analytic Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy. I am also specifically trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Person-Centred Therapy and will tailor the approach to your needs.
I'm a clinical psychologist with the skill and experience to help you better understand and manage your mental health. I use evidence-based approaches to best suit your needs. Sessions with me will feel informative and helpful. We'll focus on developing coping skills and strategies for you to take forwards so that when our sessions end, you'll feel empowered to reach your potential.
I'm a clinical psychologist with the skill and experience to help you better understand and manage your mental health. I use evidence-based approaches to best suit your needs. Sessions with me will feel informative and helpful. We'll focus on developing coping skills and strategies for you to take forwards so that when our sessions end, you'll feel empowered to reach your potential.
You might look capable on the outside, but inside you feel everything: the shift in someone’s tone, the tension in a room, the tiny criticism no one else remembers. You overthink, people-please, hold your emotions in, then wonder why your body feels anxious, exhausted, tense or shut down. My work helps you understand what your nervous system has been carrying, loosen the protective patterns, and begin living from your body again.
You might look capable on the outside, but inside you feel everything: the shift in someone’s tone, the tension in a room, the tiny criticism no one else remembers. You overthink, people-please, hold your emotions in, then wonder why your body feels anxious, exhausted, tense or shut down. My work helps you understand what your nervous system has been carrying, loosen the protective patterns, and begin living from your body again.
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ADHD Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioural therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.