Attachment-based Counselling in Nottingham

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Joanne Kay
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
My attachment-based approach means that I am interested in your past - our early relationships determine how we connect with others as adults, how we view ourselves, and how we regulate ourselves.
I will encourage you to explore root causes of issues you might be facing today. I am interested in relationships, including our therapeutic relationship. My approach can involve challenge but ultimately is laid-back and supportive- you are the expert on your life.
My attachment-based approach means that I am interested in your past - our early relationships determine how we connect with others as adults, how we view ourselves, and how we regulate ourselves.
I will encourage you to explore root causes of issues you might be facing today. I am interested in relationships, including our therapeutic relationship. My approach can involve challenge but ultimately is laid-back and supportive- you are the expert on your life.
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Claire Wilson
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I often use an Integrative Approach to therapy, in particular using techniques and interventions from an Attachment-based perspective
People often reach out to therapy when they are ready for change. Some people do not even know what those changes might be yet. Your journey with therapy is very personal and you might be interested in understanding yourself better, or simply want a safe and confidential space to talk, get things off your mind. Whatever your thoughts are right now, I imagine you are hoping for something to be different in your life.
I often use an Integrative Approach to therapy, in particular using techniques and interventions from an Attachment-based perspective
People often reach out to therapy when they are ready for change. Some people do not even know what those changes might be yet. Your journey with therapy is very personal and you might be interested in understanding yourself better, or simply want a safe and confidential space to talk, get things off your mind. Whatever your thoughts are right now, I imagine you are hoping for something to be different in your life.
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Andrea Damico
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
2 Endorsed
Welcome!  Thank you  for taking the time to  read my profile which I hope will be helpful. I'm Andrea. Thank you for visiting my profile. I'm an Integrative psychotherapist, working within a humanistic, relational, and developmental framework. I have a wide range of experience working with people of all ages who need support or are experiencing difficulty. I have worked as a constitutional movement therapist since 1984 specialising in childhood developmental disorders in the NHS, private practice and educational settings both at home and abroad and gained a Masters in this subject in 2014.
Welcome!  Thank you  for taking the time to  read my profile which I hope will be helpful. I'm Andrea. Thank you for visiting my profile. I'm an Integrative psychotherapist, working within a humanistic, relational, and developmental framework. I have a wide range of experience working with people of all ages who need support or are experiencing difficulty. I have worked as a constitutional movement therapist since 1984 specialising in childhood developmental disorders in the NHS, private practice and educational settings both at home and abroad and gained a Masters in this subject in 2014.
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Horizon Oak Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Hi, my name is Chinedu Agu. I am a humanistic and integrative psychotherapist. Adopting a holistic stance, my training allows me to blend different techniques and theories for a bespoke or tailor-made approach to suit your problems. I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can feel free to find your own path and discover your goals.
Hi, my name is Chinedu Agu. I am a humanistic and integrative psychotherapist. Adopting a holistic stance, my training allows me to blend different techniques and theories for a bespoke or tailor-made approach to suit your problems. I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can feel free to find your own path and discover your goals.
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Photo of Karen Laura Martin - Karen Martin Counselling and psychotherapy service, Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Are you feeling lost or out of sorts? Life can be hard and this is where counselling can play a pivotal role in turning your life around. No one should be dealing with issues alone. Standing beside you, developing a trusting relationship where you feel at ease and able to share in a place of safety without judgements or demands is an important starting point. People don’t need to be in crisis or at breaking point to have therapy. It is about empowerment for you to lead the life you want. The outcome being that you have a strong mental platform and resources to facilitate growth.
Are you feeling lost or out of sorts? Life can be hard and this is where counselling can play a pivotal role in turning your life around. No one should be dealing with issues alone. Standing beside you, developing a trusting relationship where you feel at ease and able to share in a place of safety without judgements or demands is an important starting point. People don’t need to be in crisis or at breaking point to have therapy. It is about empowerment for you to lead the life you want. The outcome being that you have a strong mental platform and resources to facilitate growth.
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Dr Catrin Williams
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
1 Endorsed
Welcome to my profile - My name is Cat and I'm an expert in developmental trauma and personality difficulties. These can lead to a range of mental health needs that I can support you with (like anxiety, anger, risky behaviours, psychosis...) and also unhelpful coping behaviours, such as self-harm and suicidal thoughts, substance use, relationship struggles, and on. My approach is to understand the 'why', to get the root cause of difficult experiences so that we know how to improve it. We will work on identifying unhelpful coping strategies and replace these with healthy ones so we can work on developing the life that you want.
Welcome to my profile - My name is Cat and I'm an expert in developmental trauma and personality difficulties. These can lead to a range of mental health needs that I can support you with (like anxiety, anger, risky behaviours, psychosis...) and also unhelpful coping behaviours, such as self-harm and suicidal thoughts, substance use, relationship struggles, and on. My approach is to understand the 'why', to get the root cause of difficult experiences so that we know how to improve it. We will work on identifying unhelpful coping strategies and replace these with healthy ones so we can work on developing the life that you want.
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Photo of Kymm Stroud- Child Adult And Fertility Counsellor, Counsellor, MBACP
I am a counsellor based in Nottingham, and I work with adults, children and young people, from ages 5 and upwards. I am one of the first counsellors in the UK to hold the Advanced Specialist Fertility Counselling Diploma and I am a member of the British Infertility Counselling Association. Clients seek me out for all sorts of reasons. Your issue might feel like a ball of wool - a jumble - you're not sure where the start is, or the end, or how it even got that way. Counselling is about feeling safe enough to express your feelings.
I am a counsellor based in Nottingham, and I work with adults, children and young people, from ages 5 and upwards. I am one of the first counsellors in the UK to hold the Advanced Specialist Fertility Counselling Diploma and I am a member of the British Infertility Counselling Association. Clients seek me out for all sorts of reasons. Your issue might feel like a ball of wool - a jumble - you're not sure where the start is, or the end, or how it even got that way. Counselling is about feeling safe enough to express your feelings.
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Francesca Dod (Mbacp) Accredited
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
I aim to help and support clients in overcoming anxiety, low mood and issues affecting your mental health. I offer a safe space to heal through our non-judgmental, genuine therapeutic relationship. I offer psychotherapy & counselling integrating person-centred, attachment and cognitive-behavioural therapy. I am a BACP Accredited member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. I am a specialist working with children and young people. Additionally, I work with adults. I specialise in anxiety, trauma and self-harm. I work face to face, virtually on video and the phone.
I aim to help and support clients in overcoming anxiety, low mood and issues affecting your mental health. I offer a safe space to heal through our non-judgmental, genuine therapeutic relationship. I offer psychotherapy & counselling integrating person-centred, attachment and cognitive-behavioural therapy. I am a BACP Accredited member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. I am a specialist working with children and young people. Additionally, I work with adults. I specialise in anxiety, trauma and self-harm. I work face to face, virtually on video and the phone.
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Freedom in Me Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA
2 Endorsed
Hi, I‘m Emily , a qualified and experienced therapist working with children, young people, parents and carers. Do you or your child struggle with anxiety, low mood, anger, separation anxiety, defiance or emotional disregulation? If you don't know what to do to help I am here to support you in your journey to find new ways to regulate emotions and help you. I help your child but also I help you, by giving you skills the changes you can then make are effective and lasting, giving you better value from sessions and bringing greater satisfaction to your relationship as well.
Hi, I‘m Emily , a qualified and experienced therapist working with children, young people, parents and carers. Do you or your child struggle with anxiety, low mood, anger, separation anxiety, defiance or emotional disregulation? If you don't know what to do to help I am here to support you in your journey to find new ways to regulate emotions and help you. I help your child but also I help you, by giving you skills the changes you can then make are effective and lasting, giving you better value from sessions and bringing greater satisfaction to your relationship as well.
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Dr Mark Hudson
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I am passionate about working with parents who want to understand the needs of their child, particularly where they might have concerns about their child's development e.g. learning or social skills. Many parents that I work with find that their child is struggling to regulate emotions, which can be shown through behavioural distress. This can have a significant impact on families, and parents may be unsure how to adapt their response. Very often, parents have tried the approaches that they are familiar with, which might have worked for siblings, but don't seem to have the same effect for their child with additional needs.
I am passionate about working with parents who want to understand the needs of their child, particularly where they might have concerns about their child's development e.g. learning or social skills. Many parents that I work with find that their child is struggling to regulate emotions, which can be shown through behavioural distress. This can have a significant impact on families, and parents may be unsure how to adapt their response. Very often, parents have tried the approaches that they are familiar with, which might have worked for siblings, but don't seem to have the same effect for their child with additional needs.
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Condition Management Company
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
We are a Nottingham & Derby based service with a team of qualified, registered, accredited, highly skilled expert therapists. We at the Condition Management Company can offer in-person, face to face therapy, or remotely where this is preferred. We have evening sessions available. We specialise in tailored therapeutic support for neurodivergent clients, young people and a range of adult difficulties such as PTSD, depression or anxiety. We offer a free telephone consultation to help you find the best match within the team.
We are a Nottingham & Derby based service with a team of qualified, registered, accredited, highly skilled expert therapists. We at the Condition Management Company can offer in-person, face to face therapy, or remotely where this is preferred. We have evening sessions available. We specialise in tailored therapeutic support for neurodivergent clients, young people and a range of adult difficulties such as PTSD, depression or anxiety. We offer a free telephone consultation to help you find the best match within the team.
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Dr Sheila Evetts
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Do you struggle with managing your emotions, feeling overwhelmed by intense emotions, or shut down and disconnected? Have you been told you’re too sensitive? You might feel things deeply, be affected by others’ moods, or feel ashamed of how you respond emotionally. You may wonder whether you'll ever feel truly worthy or confident. These difficulties can affect your daily life and relationships, perhaps leading to anxiety, withdrawal or feeling misunderstood. Coping by bottling things up, or ‘just getting on with it’ may have helped, but now you're ready to take the next step towards living fully and forming meaningful relationships.
Do you struggle with managing your emotions, feeling overwhelmed by intense emotions, or shut down and disconnected? Have you been told you’re too sensitive? You might feel things deeply, be affected by others’ moods, or feel ashamed of how you respond emotionally. You may wonder whether you'll ever feel truly worthy or confident. These difficulties can affect your daily life and relationships, perhaps leading to anxiety, withdrawal or feeling misunderstood. Coping by bottling things up, or ‘just getting on with it’ may have helped, but now you're ready to take the next step towards living fully and forming meaningful relationships.
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Tilly Fisher
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Hi, I am Tilly, an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. I understand how starting therapy can be a scary first step, therefore my aim is to offer you a gentle, safe, non-judgemental and comfortable environment for you to explore what may be causing you discomfort. Whether that may be exploring and understanding the root cause of your problems, or simply just someone to listen without judgement, I aim to offer you the space to grow and reach your full potential and to get in touch with your more authentic self.
Hi, I am Tilly, an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. I understand how starting therapy can be a scary first step, therefore my aim is to offer you a gentle, safe, non-judgemental and comfortable environment for you to explore what may be causing you discomfort. Whether that may be exploring and understanding the root cause of your problems, or simply just someone to listen without judgement, I aim to offer you the space to grow and reach your full potential and to get in touch with your more authentic self.
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Alexandra Antonopoulou
Psychotherapist, PhD, HCPC-Drama Therap.
My ideal clients for Creative and EMDR therapy are individuals who have experienced trauma. They may be struggling with symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, or other emotional challenges as a result of their trauma. Their needs are to find a safe and supportive space to process and heal from their traumatic experiences. They may be seeking relief from distressing symptoms, a greater sense of control over their emotions, and a desire to reclaim their lives from the impact of trauma. Their goals are to work through, reduce intense emotional reactions and develop healthier coping skills.
My ideal clients for Creative and EMDR therapy are individuals who have experienced trauma. They may be struggling with symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, or other emotional challenges as a result of their trauma. Their needs are to find a safe and supportive space to process and heal from their traumatic experiences. They may be seeking relief from distressing symptoms, a greater sense of control over their emotions, and a desire to reclaim their lives from the impact of trauma. Their goals are to work through, reduce intense emotional reactions and develop healthier coping skills.
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Minds in Harmony Psychology in Pregnancy
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Building a family and having children can be a wonderful time. However, this is also a time of great vulnerability, emotional stress and challenges with relationships, both with partners and also with a new infant. I have more than fifteen years experience in helping mothers and families navigate the time during pregnancy and the early few years of infants' life providing hope, practical skills and emotional support for mental health difficulties during this time that may impact on the attachment and bonds mothers and carers may have with their infant.
Building a family and having children can be a wonderful time. However, this is also a time of great vulnerability, emotional stress and challenges with relationships, both with partners and also with a new infant. I have more than fifteen years experience in helping mothers and families navigate the time during pregnancy and the early few years of infants' life providing hope, practical skills and emotional support for mental health difficulties during this time that may impact on the attachment and bonds mothers and carers may have with their infant.
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Dr Victoria Horwood
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Are you finding it difficult to cope? Are you experiencing problems with your emotions, relationships, thoughts or behaviours? Have you experienced painful events that you are struggling to process or make sense of? Are these traumas interfering with yours or your families well-being and happiness? I am able to provide a comprehensive service that can support you or your child to heal and begin to live the life you deserve. I use a number of psychological therapies that are effective, individually tailored to your needs and are backed by scientific research.
Are you finding it difficult to cope? Are you experiencing problems with your emotions, relationships, thoughts or behaviours? Have you experienced painful events that you are struggling to process or make sense of? Are these traumas interfering with yours or your families well-being and happiness? I am able to provide a comprehensive service that can support you or your child to heal and begin to live the life you deserve. I use a number of psychological therapies that are effective, individually tailored to your needs and are backed by scientific research.
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Psychotherapy with Chloe, Womens Trauma Specialist
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
1 Endorsed
I help women and girls who are experiencing anxiety, trauma symptoms and depression. I specialise in EMDR, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Art Therapy with over 11+ years of experience in the NHS, charity and private sector. I offer tailored support that acknowledges and honours the complexity of women's experiences, fostering an environment of trust, healing, and empowerment. I specialise in trauma, birth trauma, perinatal issues, abuse, and neglect. I am passionate about working with women to help them understand and process the root cause of the issues, enabling them to tap into their strengths and empowerment.
I help women and girls who are experiencing anxiety, trauma symptoms and depression. I specialise in EMDR, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Art Therapy with over 11+ years of experience in the NHS, charity and private sector. I offer tailored support that acknowledges and honours the complexity of women's experiences, fostering an environment of trust, healing, and empowerment. I specialise in trauma, birth trauma, perinatal issues, abuse, and neglect. I am passionate about working with women to help them understand and process the root cause of the issues, enabling them to tap into their strengths and empowerment.
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Liz Whawell
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
I am a BACP accredited Person Centred therapist. I work with children teenagers, young Adults and families in a congruent non judgmental holistic approach. I have worked for 13 years as a school based therapist supporting young people and their families through a wide range of situations. At times in our lives events happen that rock our beliefs, resilience and coping strategies, with therapeutic support we can work together to rebuild these areas that have become dysregulated. I offer support to parents who are managing the needs of their young people who are in overwhelm, supporting and holding at this time.
I am a BACP accredited Person Centred therapist. I work with children teenagers, young Adults and families in a congruent non judgmental holistic approach. I have worked for 13 years as a school based therapist supporting young people and their families through a wide range of situations. At times in our lives events happen that rock our beliefs, resilience and coping strategies, with therapeutic support we can work together to rebuild these areas that have become dysregulated. I offer support to parents who are managing the needs of their young people who are in overwhelm, supporting and holding at this time.
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Be...Creative Therapies
Counsellor, MBACP
People seek out therapy for lots of different reasons. It can take time to feel safe enough or trust enough to talk openly. Sometimes there are not the words. I aim to establish a warm therapeutic relationship that offers a safe space for you to share and explore what has brought you to therapy at a pace that feels manageable to and for you. I aim to meet you where you are at so that you have the time and space to feel heard and met as you are. Together we can explore the challenges but also seek to identify and build on your strengths.
People seek out therapy for lots of different reasons. It can take time to feel safe enough or trust enough to talk openly. Sometimes there are not the words. I aim to establish a warm therapeutic relationship that offers a safe space for you to share and explore what has brought you to therapy at a pace that feels manageable to and for you. I aim to meet you where you are at so that you have the time and space to feel heard and met as you are. Together we can explore the challenges but also seek to identify and build on your strengths.
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Hello! I’m Raj, and I am psychosexually-informed UKCP-registered psychotherapist. I offer face-to-face individual & couples counselling sessions in Beeston, Nottingham as well as online. With individuals, I work with (but not limited to): Depression & Anxiety; Relationship Issues; LGBTQIA+ - related Issues; Racial and cultural issues/conflicts; Low self-esteem; Lack of fulfilment. With couples, typical issues include:  affairs; conflict & anger; poor communication; life transitions; sexual difficulties; separation & divorce.
Hello! I’m Raj, and I am psychosexually-informed UKCP-registered psychotherapist. I offer face-to-face individual & couples counselling sessions in Beeston, Nottingham as well as online. With individuals, I work with (but not limited to): Depression & Anxiety; Relationship Issues; LGBTQIA+ - related Issues; Racial and cultural issues/conflicts; Low self-esteem; Lack of fulfilment. With couples, typical issues include:  affairs; conflict & anger; poor communication; life transitions; sexual difficulties; separation & divorce.
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Attachment-based Counsellors

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioural Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.