Parenting Counselling in North Shields
Hello, I would like to introduce myself as a warm and compassionate therapist, committed to helping you on your journey towards well-being in a confidential and non-judgmental environment.
With a wealth of experience spanning over ten years, I've had the privilege of working closely with clients from all walks of life. Working alongside clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, family issues, low self-esteem, grief, and the impact of trauma.
Hello, I would like to introduce myself as a warm and compassionate therapist, committed to helping you on your journey towards well-being in a confidential and non-judgmental environment.
With a wealth of experience spanning over ten years, I've had the privilege of working closely with clients from all walks of life. Working alongside clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, family issues, low self-esteem, grief, and the impact of trauma.
My specialism also includes supporting parents experiencing post-adoption issues and the lasting impact of their children's early relational experiences.
My core modality is Transactional Analysis, which I integrate with Sand-Tray Therapy, Solution-Oriented Approaches, Narrative Therapy, breathwork and other holistic practices, where helpful. I offer both short-term focused work and longer-term therapy, adapting flexibly to each person’s needs. I can combine individual therapy with wider systems work.
My specialism also includes supporting parents experiencing post-adoption issues and the lasting impact of their children's early relational experiences.
My core modality is Transactional Analysis, which I integrate with Sand-Tray Therapy, Solution-Oriented Approaches, Narrative Therapy, breathwork and other holistic practices, where helpful. I offer both short-term focused work and longer-term therapy, adapting flexibly to each person’s needs. I can combine individual therapy with wider systems work.
When you're going through a challenging time, working with someone who has supported others in similar situations is a great way to move forward. I can support you to take some time out of the same old experiences, to invest in yourself so you can be happier and enjoy what life has to offer. It's possible to work with me one to one or in your couple+.
When you're going through a challenging time, working with someone who has supported others in similar situations is a great way to move forward. I can support you to take some time out of the same old experiences, to invest in yourself so you can be happier and enjoy what life has to offer. It's possible to work with me one to one or in your couple+.
Maybe it’s anxiety, low mood, relationship struggles, self-esteem, parenting stress, or navigating a major life change or illness.
I offer a safe, supportive space where individuals, couples, and families can explore their challenges and goals. Drawing on evidence-based therapies like CBT, ACT, EFT and Systemic Couples and Family Therapy, I tailor treatment to your unique needs and help you build insight, resilience, and lasting change.
Maybe it’s anxiety, low mood, relationship struggles, self-esteem, parenting stress, or navigating a major life change or illness.
I offer a safe, supportive space where individuals, couples, and families can explore their challenges and goals. Drawing on evidence-based therapies like CBT, ACT, EFT and Systemic Couples and Family Therapy, I tailor treatment to your unique needs and help you build insight, resilience, and lasting 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 committed to creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust, acceptance and collaboration, allowing you to explore your experiences in a safe and confidential environment.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and reaching out for support is often the first step towards positive change.
I offer for a wide range of concerns, including: Anxiety and stress, depression and low mood, self esteem and confidence, relationships and family issues, trauma and life changes, identity and gender exploration and personal growth and resilience.
I am committed to creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust, acceptance and collaboration, allowing you to explore your experiences in a safe and confidential environment.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and reaching out for support is often the first step towards positive change.
I offer for a wide range of concerns, including: Anxiety and stress, depression and low mood, self esteem and confidence, relationships and family issues, trauma and life changes, identity and gender exploration and personal growth and resilience.
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'm Anna, and I live and work in the North East of England. I help people who want a place where they feel supported to talk about the complexities of being human. That might mean you are experiencing intrusive thoughts, feel overwhelmed, are going through difficult transitions, are stuck in patterns, are burnt out, have lost someone or something and don't know how to move forward. It all counts.
I'm Anna, and I live and work in the North East of England. I help people who want a place where they feel supported to talk about the complexities of being human. That might mean you are experiencing intrusive thoughts, feel overwhelmed, are going through difficult transitions, are stuck in patterns, are burnt out, have lost someone or something and don't know how to move forward. It all counts.
Struggling to cope with negative emotions can feel very isolating and, by the nature of some problems, guilt and shame can make us feel stigmatised and prevent us reaching out for support even when its not our fault. People come to counselling for all kinds of reasons from childhood trauma to life events as adults such as divorce, bereavement and stress and what they all have in common is a desire to feel better and begin to enjoy life. Some people find they use alcohol or drugs in an attempt to cope with their feelings but inventively this creates more problems.
Struggling to cope with negative emotions can feel very isolating and, by the nature of some problems, guilt and shame can make us feel stigmatised and prevent us reaching out for support even when its not our fault. People come to counselling for all kinds of reasons from childhood trauma to life events as adults such as divorce, bereavement and stress and what they all have in common is a desire to feel better and begin to enjoy life. Some people find they use alcohol or drugs in an attempt to cope with their feelings but inventively this creates more problems.
You feel exhausted, anxious, and stuck in a cycle of overthinking. Burnout has drained your energy, while self-doubt and perfectionism hold you back from living fully. You long for calm, clarity, and confidence—yet despite your best efforts, stress and worry keep creeping in. What you want is simple: to quiet your racing mind, feel in control of your emotions, and have the energy to show up for your life and relationships with strength, balance, and peace.
You feel exhausted, anxious, and stuck in a cycle of overthinking. Burnout has drained your energy, while self-doubt and perfectionism hold you back from living fully. You long for calm, clarity, and confidence—yet despite your best efforts, stress and worry keep creeping in. What you want is simple: to quiet your racing mind, feel in control of your emotions, and have the energy to show up for your life and relationships with strength, balance, and peace.
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.
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Motherhood changes you, On every level. Biologically, psychologically and emotionally. And yet nobody prepares you for that.
I am a matrescence and perinatal mental health therapist specialising in the full journey from pregnancy through postpartum. If you are struggling and cannot quite understand why, matrescence might be the missing piece.
Matrescence is the profound psychological, neurological and identity transformation of becoming a mother. Understanding it changed everything for my clients and I believe it can change everything for you.
Motherhood changes you, On every level. Biologically, psychologically and emotionally. And yet nobody prepares you for that.
I am a matrescence and perinatal mental health therapist specialising in the full journey from pregnancy through postpartum. If you are struggling and cannot quite understand why, matrescence might be the missing piece.
Matrescence is the profound psychological, neurological and identity transformation of becoming a mother. Understanding it changed everything for my clients and I believe it can change everything for you.
Are you caught in the same arguments with your partner? Always playing peacemaker? Or struggling to move past betrayal or loss? Or, maybe you feel disconnected from someone you love—or even from yourself? Perhaps you’re reading this because you’re exhausted and need things to change. Are you looking for a safe space where you can be heard and have your experience validated? Somewhere that will help you to break free from painful patterns, rebuild trust, communicate in ways that actually work and produce lasting change.
Are you caught in the same arguments with your partner? Always playing peacemaker? Or struggling to move past betrayal or loss? Or, maybe you feel disconnected from someone you love—or even from yourself? Perhaps you’re reading this because you’re exhausted and need things to change. Are you looking for a safe space where you can be heard and have your experience validated? Somewhere that will help you to break free from painful patterns, rebuild trust, communicate in ways that actually work and produce lasting change.
Are you a parent feeling overwhelmed by your child’s big emotions, anxiety, low self-esteem, or challenging behaviour?
I work in a flexible, tailored way, drawing upon CBT, attachment-focused therapy, and NVR to support emotion regulation, build resilience, and strengthen family relationships. With expertise in child development and attachment, I help you and your child feel calmer, more connected, and confident in facing challenges.
Are you a parent feeling overwhelmed by your child’s big emotions, anxiety, low self-esteem, or challenging behaviour?
I work in a flexible, tailored way, drawing upon CBT, attachment-focused therapy, and NVR to support emotion regulation, build resilience, and strengthen family relationships. With expertise in child development and attachment, I help you and your child feel calmer, more connected, and confident in facing challenges.
As well as therapy we also offer therapeutic parenting programs, dramatherapy, work with schools, businesses as well and training in and around the North East.
Counselling & Psychotherapy gives you the opportunity to talk through your problems in a safe, confidential and non judgement environment, where you will be able to embark on a journey of self discovery, which will allow you to understand yourself better, explore destructive patterns of behaviour, help you look at the alternative options and awareness around
As well as therapy we also offer therapeutic parenting programs, dramatherapy, work with schools, businesses as well and training in and around the North East.
Counselling & Psychotherapy gives you the opportunity to talk through your problems in a safe, confidential and non judgement environment, where you will be able to embark on a journey of self discovery, which will allow you to understand yourself better, explore destructive patterns of behaviour, help you look at the alternative options and awareness around
Therapy offers a safe and supportive space for individuals, couples, or families to be themselves, discuss the challenges they face, and embark on a journey of self-discovery. It’s a space where you can express yourself securely, confidentially, and without judgment. I work at your pace, creating a safe and confidential environment where we can explore and address the issues affecting your life. Together, we’ll work through the areas you find difficult, gaining clarity and understanding of how these challenges impact you. With support, you can move forward and find your direction in life.
Therapy offers a safe and supportive space for individuals, couples, or families to be themselves, discuss the challenges they face, and embark on a journey of self-discovery. It’s a space where you can express yourself securely, confidentially, and without judgment. I work at your pace, creating a safe and confidential environment where we can explore and address the issues affecting your life. Together, we’ll work through the areas you find difficult, gaining clarity and understanding of how these challenges impact you. With support, you can move forward and find your direction in life.
Deeply self-aware and neurodivergent people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or exhausted from constantly holding everything together. Some of my clients come to counselling feeling lost in questions of identity, belonging, relationships, self-worth, grief, trauma, life transitions, or the lasting impact of difficult experiences. They may be struggling to understand themselves, navigate change, process emotions, or find a way forward that feels authentic and sustainable. At the heart of my work is helping people see themselves as whole human beings, not problems to be fixed.
Deeply self-aware and neurodivergent people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or exhausted from constantly holding everything together. Some of my clients come to counselling feeling lost in questions of identity, belonging, relationships, self-worth, grief, trauma, life transitions, or the lasting impact of difficult experiences. They may be struggling to understand themselves, navigate change, process emotions, or find a way forward that feels authentic and sustainable. At the heart of my work is helping people see themselves as whole human beings, not problems to be fixed.
I also provide parent/carer support, from pregnancy through to adolescence.
My therapeutic style is integrative, drawing on a wide range of models as indicated, including attachment theory (DDP), CBT, EMDR and CFT. Following a collaborative assessment and formulation with you we will consider the most appropriate intervention plan to meet your needs. I am flexible and adaptive in my approach to suit your needs.
I also provide parent/carer support, from pregnancy through to adolescence.
My therapeutic style is integrative, drawing on a wide range of models as indicated, including attachment theory (DDP), CBT, EMDR and CFT. Following a collaborative assessment and formulation with you we will consider the most appropriate intervention plan to meet your needs. I am flexible and adaptive in my approach to suit your needs.
Welcome! You may be seeking a therapist, counsellor, or coach to address a specific issue, heal from past experiences, or explore a general sense that something isn’t quite right. Talking in confidence can help you discover who you are and make self-loving, empowered choices.
Therapy and counselling foster self-awareness, emotional healing, and resilience, reconnecting you with your innate self-worth. Life coaching helps clear unconscious patterns, set meaningful goals, and take action toward a fulfilling, nourishing life.
Welcome! You may be seeking a therapist, counsellor, or coach to address a specific issue, heal from past experiences, or explore a general sense that something isn’t quite right. Talking in confidence can help you discover who you are and make self-loving, empowered choices.
Therapy and counselling foster self-awareness, emotional healing, and resilience, reconnecting you with your innate self-worth. Life coaching helps clear unconscious patterns, set meaningful goals, and take action toward a fulfilling, nourishing life.
You may feel overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or unable to put your experience into words. You may be carrying anxiety, low mood, trauma, loss, relational pain, or a sense of disconnection from yourself or others. I also welcome immigrants and people navigating cultural transition, especially clients from East Asian backgrounds. You may be looking for a space where difficult feelings can be held safely, explored creatively, and gradually made more understandable, so that you can feel more grounded, authentic and connected.
You may feel overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or unable to put your experience into words. You may be carrying anxiety, low mood, trauma, loss, relational pain, or a sense of disconnection from yourself or others. I also welcome immigrants and people navigating cultural transition, especially clients from East Asian backgrounds. You may be looking for a space where difficult feelings can be held safely, explored creatively, and gradually made more understandable, so that you can feel more grounded, authentic and connected.
Nearby Parenting Counsellors Searches for North Shields
- Blyth
- Chester le Street
- Cramlington
- Gateshead
- Houghton le Spring
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Ponteland
- South Shields
- Sunderland
- Tynemouth
- Washington
- Whitley Bay
Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.