Education and Learning Disabilities Counselling in Nottingham

Light Bubble Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Do you carry pain that doesn't have a clear explanation; in your body, your relationships, or both? Maybe you've lived with complex trauma, abuse, or experiences from childhood that still shape how safe the world feels now. Maybe that shows up as fibromyalgia or chronic pain your body won't let go of, or as patterns in your closest relationships that feel impossible to shift. Many people I work with have spent years searching for answers their bodies and minds couldn't quite put into words. Together, we make sense of what's underneath, at a pace that feels right for you. English and French session.
Do you carry pain that doesn't have a clear explanation; in your body, your relationships, or both? Maybe you've lived with complex trauma, abuse, or experiences from childhood that still shape how safe the world feels now. Maybe that shows up as fibromyalgia or chronic pain your body won't let go of, or as patterns in your closest relationships that feel impossible to shift. Many people I work with have spent years searching for answers their bodies and minds couldn't quite put into words. Together, we make sense of what's underneath, at a pace that feels right for you. English and French session.
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Helen (Hallie) McLaughlin
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Perhaps you're caught up in 'shoulds' around how to be? Perhaps you're used to absorbing your surroundings? Perhaps you're seeing your identity in a new way or exploring what your identity means for being you? Perhaps your sense of self is wrapped up in your career/ studies, perfectionism or organisational dynamics? Do you want a space to unpick who you are, what's authentic to you, what you need and what’s right for you? Welcome, I'm Helen, I go by Hallie. I offer one-to-one person-centred and experiential counselling and psychotherapy sessions to adults 18+ in the UK via Zoom (on weekdays daytime and evenings).
Perhaps you're caught up in 'shoulds' around how to be? Perhaps you're used to absorbing your surroundings? Perhaps you're seeing your identity in a new way or exploring what your identity means for being you? Perhaps your sense of self is wrapped up in your career/ studies, perfectionism or organisational dynamics? Do you want a space to unpick who you are, what's authentic to you, what you need and what’s right for you? Welcome, I'm Helen, I go by Hallie. I offer one-to-one person-centred and experiential counselling and psychotherapy sessions to adults 18+ in the UK via Zoom (on weekdays daytime and evenings).
07482 993159 View 07482 993159
NewBeginningsCounselling&PsychotherapeuticPractice
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
New Beginnings Counselling & Psychotherapeutic Practice is here to assist in empowering you to find clarity, embrace change and thrive towards your new beginning. Whatever that might look like for you. No matter your presenting issues, life stressors, or overwhelming thoughts and feelings that you simply can't shake - no matter how hard you try... no matter how hard you want to try; with New Beginnings, you will be welcomed, embraced, accepted, accommodated and celebrated into a space that is warm, safe and recognises all of you for you. I work with Children and YP, Couples/Relationships and Adults.
New Beginnings Counselling & Psychotherapeutic Practice is here to assist in empowering you to find clarity, embrace change and thrive towards your new beginning. Whatever that might look like for you. No matter your presenting issues, life stressors, or overwhelming thoughts and feelings that you simply can't shake - no matter how hard you try... no matter how hard you want to try; with New Beginnings, you will be welcomed, embraced, accepted, accommodated and celebrated into a space that is warm, safe and recognises all of you for you. I work with Children and YP, Couples/Relationships and Adults.
0115 647 9567 View 0115 647 9567
Clare Ewers-Archer
Psychotherapist, PNCPS Acc.
I am a BSc (Hons) qualified Humanistic and Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist based in Nottingham. I specialize in helping you to discover your true self by exploring hidden depths and supporting you with the issues that are causing you discomfort, anxiety, and stress. I work from a relational, person-centred perspective; integrating and tailoring therapeutic techniques to meet your unique needs and goals. I recognise that seeking counselling and psychotherapy can be a vulnerable and courageous step and I am dedicated to supporting my clients throughout their healing process.
I am a BSc (Hons) qualified Humanistic and Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist based in Nottingham. I specialize in helping you to discover your true self by exploring hidden depths and supporting you with the issues that are causing you discomfort, anxiety, and stress. I work from a relational, person-centred perspective; integrating and tailoring therapeutic techniques to meet your unique needs and goals. I recognise that seeking counselling and psychotherapy can be a vulnerable and courageous step and I am dedicated to supporting my clients throughout their healing process.
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Are you constantly overthinking, can’t switch off, and feel guilty resting? Functioning on the outside — but exhausted underneath? You’re tired of holding it all together? Have you learnt to survive by staying strong for everyone else? You don’t have to hit breaking point before talking to someone. 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. 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 constantly overthinking, can’t switch off, and feel guilty resting? Functioning on the outside — but exhausted underneath? You’re tired of holding it all together? Have you learnt to survive by staying strong for everyone else? You don’t have to hit breaking point before talking to someone. 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. 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.
0115 647 1038 View 0115 647 1038
Adam Yusufali Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Hi my name is Adam. I am qualified and registered with the BACP. I am Reiki Attuned and also a certified meditation teacher. Sometimes life can get overwhelming or we may experience things that can impact negatively on our general way of being. I want you to know that it is really OK not to be OK and that it is OK to ask for help. If you find yourself struggling with your own sense of self or others around you, then please do reach out, I would like to help you. We can discover the light from within, when we explore and navigate the darkness.
Hi my name is Adam. I am qualified and registered with the BACP. I am Reiki Attuned and also a certified meditation teacher. Sometimes life can get overwhelming or we may experience things that can impact negatively on our general way of being. I want you to know that it is really OK not to be OK and that it is OK to ask for help. If you find yourself struggling with your own sense of self or others around you, then please do reach out, I would like to help you. We can discover the light from within, when we explore and navigate the darkness.
0115 697 1319 View 0115 697 1319
Sarah Holt
Psychotherapist, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I'm Sarah - a qualified humanistic and Integrative therapist. I know that reaching out for support can feel daunting but you are in the right place! Maybe you're having difficulties with a specific issue or perhaps experiencing a more chronic feeling that something just isn't right? This may look like feelings of emptiness, lack of purpose or low self-worth, or becoming easily overwhelmed by emotion and/or relationship difficulties. Counselling can help to make sense of things through gentle reflection and connection with someone who truly aims to understand your experience.
Hello, I'm Sarah - a qualified humanistic and Integrative therapist. I know that reaching out for support can feel daunting but you are in the right place! Maybe you're having difficulties with a specific issue or perhaps experiencing a more chronic feeling that something just isn't right? This may look like feelings of emptiness, lack of purpose or low self-worth, or becoming easily overwhelmed by emotion and/or relationship difficulties. Counselling can help to make sense of things through gentle reflection and connection with someone who truly aims to understand your experience.
0115 647 9744 View 0115 647 9744
Heather Petcher
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Online Only
At the heart of my practice is the emphasis on building a warm, safe and empathic therapeutic relationship based on acceptance and trust within a non judgemental and nurturing environment. I offer a safe space for you to explore your emotions to what is happening, or what has happened in your life and how this is affecting you in the present. I believe you are the expert of you and have all the capabilities to find your own way through your problems with my support, to build confidence within and facilitate personal growth.
At the heart of my practice is the emphasis on building a warm, safe and empathic therapeutic relationship based on acceptance and trust within a non judgemental and nurturing environment. I offer a safe space for you to explore your emotions to what is happening, or what has happened in your life and how this is affecting you in the present. I believe you are the expert of you and have all the capabilities to find your own way through your problems with my support, to build confidence within and facilitate personal growth.
0115 647 7173 View 0115 647 7173
Freedom in Me Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA
3 Endorsed
I’m Emily, a qualified therapist with many years of experience supporting children, young people, parents, and carers. I specialise in working with neurodivergent people, children (diagnosed or not) and those struggling with anxiety, separation anxiety, low mood, sleep difficulties, anger, demand avoidance, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, behavioural challenges, emotional dysregulation & PTSD. If your child finds life overwhelming, or you feel unsure how best to support them, help is available here. Together, we’ll explore practical strategies to help reduce stress, build resilience, and strengthen connection at home and school.
I’m Emily, a qualified therapist with many years of experience supporting children, young people, parents, and carers. I specialise in working with neurodivergent people, children (diagnosed or not) and those struggling with anxiety, separation anxiety, low mood, sleep difficulties, anger, demand avoidance, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, behavioural challenges, emotional dysregulation & PTSD. If your child finds life overwhelming, or you feel unsure how best to support them, help is available here. Together, we’ll explore practical strategies to help reduce stress, build resilience, and strengthen connection at home and school.
01777 801562 View 01777 801562
Jenna Krystal Wall
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I previously worked with neurodivergent adults with severe learning difficulties, autism, and ADHD.
Hello and welcome. My name is Jenna. I am a qualified humanistic and integrative psychotherapist. This means that alongside working through any struggles or challenges you may be facing, my focus is on you as a unique individual. I draw from researched theories and techniques to attend to your distinctive needs and help deepen self-awareness. Throughout your journey, I hold hope that you can start strengthening or rebuilding a relationship with an important person in your life…. YOU!
I previously worked with neurodivergent adults with severe learning difficulties, autism, and ADHD.
Hello and welcome. My name is Jenna. I am a qualified humanistic and integrative psychotherapist. This means that alongside working through any struggles or challenges you may be facing, my focus is on you as a unique individual. I draw from researched theories and techniques to attend to your distinctive needs and help deepen self-awareness. Throughout your journey, I hold hope that you can start strengthening or rebuilding a relationship with an important person in your life…. YOU!
0115 647 9721 View 0115 647 9721
Preya Samrai
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Hello, I’m Preya, and I’m here to support you on your therapeutic journey. Whether you are new to therapy or continuing your journey, I will work alongside you with compassion and respect for your unique story. Together, we will create a safe, supportive space where you can share your feelings openly, explore difficult experiences, and begin to understand why certain patterns keep repeating in your life. I believe you are the expert of your own life, and together we can build resilience, navigate challenges, and move towards the personal growth and change you seek.
Hello, I’m Preya, and I’m here to support you on your therapeutic journey. Whether you are new to therapy or continuing your journey, I will work alongside you with compassion and respect for your unique story. Together, we will create a safe, supportive space where you can share your feelings openly, explore difficult experiences, and begin to understand why certain patterns keep repeating in your life. I believe you are the expert of your own life, and together we can build resilience, navigate challenges, and move towards the personal growth and change you seek.
0115 647 8656 View 0115 647 8656
Martin Biddle
Counsellor, MSc, MUKCP
My name is Martin and I am a UKCP & BACP registered psychotherapist and trainee supervisor who has worked with adults, young people, couples, university students, families and many others who are experiencing anxiety, relationship issues, depression, trauma, bereavement and loss and concerns about anger management or emotional regulation. Maybe you are feeling stressed-out or anxious or are struggling at work, college or university, or you are overthinking, having panic attacks or relationship issues? Or you need some sexual health counselling or you are a couple who need some support? Talk with me in a safe non-judgemental space.
My name is Martin and I am a UKCP & BACP registered psychotherapist and trainee supervisor who has worked with adults, young people, couples, university students, families and many others who are experiencing anxiety, relationship issues, depression, trauma, bereavement and loss and concerns about anger management or emotional regulation. Maybe you are feeling stressed-out or anxious or are struggling at work, college or university, or you are overthinking, having panic attacks or relationship issues? Or you need some sexual health counselling or you are a couple who need some support? Talk with me in a safe non-judgemental space.
0115 697 1230 View 0115 697 1230
Tim Cole
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
I offer a safe, confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and challenges without judgment. My goal is to help you uncover the answers that are already within you, but might be clouded by unhelpful thought patterns. The first session is dedicated to ensuring that we can work together effectively, as our relationship is key to your growth. Currently, I offer online sessions, providing the flexibility to connect from the comfort of your home. I’m not here to diagnose but to provide you with the time and space to discover what works best for you. Together, we’ll explore solutions that are unique to you.
I offer a safe, confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and challenges without judgment. My goal is to help you uncover the answers that are already within you, but might be clouded by unhelpful thought patterns. The first session is dedicated to ensuring that we can work together effectively, as our relationship is key to your growth. Currently, I offer online sessions, providing the flexibility to connect from the comfort of your home. I’m not here to diagnose but to provide you with the time and space to discover what works best for you. Together, we’ll explore solutions that are unique to you.
0115 697 2143 View 0115 697 2143
Nisih Freeman
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
It takes a lot of courage to acknowledge when things feel like they’re becoming too much to carry. If you're feeling weighed down by life's challenges right now, please know that you don’t have to navigate this path alone. I’m here to offer you a different kind of space—one where you can breathe, explore, and simply be yourself. You deserve to be truly heard and understood without the fear of judgment. We will build a trusting relationship where you can set the pace.
It takes a lot of courage to acknowledge when things feel like they’re becoming too much to carry. If you're feeling weighed down by life's challenges right now, please know that you don’t have to navigate this path alone. I’m here to offer you a different kind of space—one where you can breathe, explore, and simply be yourself. You deserve to be truly heard and understood without the fear of judgment. We will build a trusting relationship where you can set the pace.
01777 801512 View 01777 801512
Teresa Bee Counselling
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
I offer short-term counselling, where we can work through more immediate and specific problems and longer-term psychotherapy for more intricate and deeper exploration. Whatever you have experienced, my aim is to help you move forward and benefit from the way you want to live your life. I understand how the impact of trauma on our lives creates a block in how we think and behave; where our past can overshadow or impede our view of our present life. With grief & loss, I recognise the parallel process of coping with our daily lives whilst managing a roller coaster of emotions and feelings that is both challenging and exhausting.
I offer short-term counselling, where we can work through more immediate and specific problems and longer-term psychotherapy for more intricate and deeper exploration. Whatever you have experienced, my aim is to help you move forward and benefit from the way you want to live your life. I understand how the impact of trauma on our lives creates a block in how we think and behave; where our past can overshadow or impede our view of our present life. With grief & loss, I recognise the parallel process of coping with our daily lives whilst managing a roller coaster of emotions and feelings that is both challenging and exhausting.
0115 824 4286 View 0115 824 4286
Khalid Mahmood
Counsellor, MBACP
Hello, I’m Khalid. I’m a qualified Humanistic Counsellor with extensive experience supporting children, young people, and adults across educational, community, and therapeutic settings. My approach is warm, compassionate, and person-centred. I believe that everyone’s experiences are unique, and therapy works best when you feel safe, respected, and genuinely listened to. What brings you to counselling, and what you hope to gain from it, will be central to how we work together. I offer a confidential, non-judgemental, and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace.
Hello, I’m Khalid. I’m a qualified Humanistic Counsellor with extensive experience supporting children, young people, and adults across educational, community, and therapeutic settings. My approach is warm, compassionate, and person-centred. I believe that everyone’s experiences are unique, and therapy works best when you feel safe, respected, and genuinely listened to. What brings you to counselling, and what you hope to gain from it, will be central to how we work together. I offer a confidential, non-judgemental, and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace.
0115 647 3521 View 0115 647 3521
Dr Charlie Tyack
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Hi, I'm looking forward to hearing from you! I want to hear your concerns and support you to work towards the things that matter most to you. I believe therapy should happen in a friendly, nurturing space in which you feel safe and comfortable to bring anything you want to talk about and work on. I usually suggest exercises and other resources to complete in between sessions in order to keep the work progressing. As an accredited EMDR therapist as well as a chartered clinical psychologist, I can tailor the therapy approach to best address your concerns.
Hi, I'm looking forward to hearing from you! I want to hear your concerns and support you to work towards the things that matter most to you. I believe therapy should happen in a friendly, nurturing space in which you feel safe and comfortable to bring anything you want to talk about and work on. I usually suggest exercises and other resources to complete in between sessions in order to keep the work progressing. As an accredited EMDR therapist as well as a chartered clinical psychologist, I can tailor the therapy approach to best address your concerns.
0115 697 2259 View 0115 697 2259
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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Simon Wainwright
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
My background was for many years in supporting people with learning disabilities and autism, in more recent years I have worked in mental health support, working with people who have severe and enduring mental health needs.
Hi I'm Simon, I am here to listen, reflect, discuss and support you with whatever difficulties you may want to bring to therapy. I work with you as an individual to find the best way forward for you, therapy can provide time and space to express things that you need to express, to gain a different perspective on things, to help make sense of past events and try and to move towards a more positive future.
My background was for many years in supporting people with learning disabilities and autism, in more recent years I have worked in mental health support, working with people who have severe and enduring mental health needs.
Hi I'm Simon, I am here to listen, reflect, discuss and support you with whatever difficulties you may want to bring to therapy. I work with you as an individual to find the best way forward for you, therapy can provide time and space to express things that you need to express, to gain a different perspective on things, to help make sense of past events and try and to move towards a more positive future.
0115 647 3628 View 0115 647 3628
Sam Willson
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
You may be finding life difficult right now, feeling that you have nobody to talk to or noticing that something needs to change. Whatever has brought you here, you don’t have to face it alone. I offer a confidential, compassionate space where you can talk openly about what’s going on for you. You will always be at the heart of our work together and I will listen with care, respect and understanding.
You may be finding life difficult right now, feeling that you have nobody to talk to or noticing that something needs to change. Whatever has brought you here, you don’t have to face it alone. I offer a confidential, compassionate space where you can talk openly about what’s going on for you. You will always be at the heart of our work together and I will listen with care, respect and understanding.
01777 801994 View 01777 801994

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Education and Learning Disabilities Counsellors
How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.

When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.

What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.

Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.