Play Therapy Counselling in Nottingham

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Kim Lewin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG1
I can offer talking sessions, art and play based sessions and also use Polyagal theory and somatic experiencing techniques.
The path to healing and self knowledge can be hard. The therapeutic relationship offers a safe space to reflect on life experiences, change negative patterns and work through trauma. I am a fully qualified person centred and experiential psychotherapist , trained to MSc level and BACP registered, also holding a degree in Creative, Expressive therapies. I offer a supportive and confidential environment, where we can work together through any experiences and thought processes that you choose to bring to session. Together we will work towards self understanding and personal growth.
I can offer talking sessions, art and play based sessions and also use Polyagal theory and somatic experiencing techniques.
The path to healing and self knowledge can be hard. The therapeutic relationship offers a safe space to reflect on life experiences, change negative patterns and work through trauma. I am a fully qualified person centred and experiential psychotherapist , trained to MSc level and BACP registered, also holding a degree in Creative, Expressive therapies. I offer a supportive and confidential environment, where we can work together through any experiences and thought processes that you choose to bring to session. Together we will work towards self understanding and personal growth.
0115 647 7340 View 0115 647 7340
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Be...Creative Therapies
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG3
I offer short and long term therapy to adults, young people and children as an Integrative psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Play and Creative arts therapist.
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.
I offer short and long term therapy to adults, young people and children as an Integrative psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Play and Creative arts therapist.
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.
0115 824 4108 View 0115 824 4108
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Changing Leaves Play Therapy
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG8
Play Therapy is based on creating a safe and confidential space to explore issues using play as the main form of communication for children.
Witnessing a child or young person in your care go through an emotional time can be overwhelming. Knowing what to do for the best can be stressful when many therapeutic options can seem serious. Play therapy is a holistic and child-centered therapeutic approach that can support you and your child. Through play which they will naturally explore and communicate their experiences and create healthy coping mechanisms for the future.
Play Therapy is based on creating a safe and confidential space to explore issues using play as the main form of communication for children.
Witnessing a child or young person in your care go through an emotional time can be overwhelming. Knowing what to do for the best can be stressful when many therapeutic options can seem serious. Play therapy is a holistic and child-centered therapeutic approach that can support you and your child. Through play which they will naturally explore and communicate their experiences and create healthy coping mechanisms for the future.
0115 697 1734 View 0115 697 1734
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Karen Martin Counselling and psychotherapy service
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG3
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.
0115 647 1038 View 0115 647 1038
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Compassionate Counselling
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG3
We all get periods when we feel low, anxious, stressed, stuck or confused and need extra support. Friends and family are great at these times. However, sometimes the additional help of someone with psychological training and experience is invaluable in order to help you to look at things from a different perspective. I have 16 years experience counselling adults in private practice & NHS settings. My approach is integrative. This means that I am trained and experienced in using a range of psychotherapy theories and methods. So, just as you are unique, my approach will be uniquely tailored to suit your individual needs.
We all get periods when we feel low, anxious, stressed, stuck or confused and need extra support. Friends and family are great at these times. However, sometimes the additional help of someone with psychological training and experience is invaluable in order to help you to look at things from a different perspective. I have 16 years experience counselling adults in private practice & NHS settings. My approach is integrative. This means that I am trained and experienced in using a range of psychotherapy theories and methods. So, just as you are unique, my approach will be uniquely tailored to suit your individual needs.
0115 697 1506 View 0115 697 1506
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Jenna Smith
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Sport Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nottingham NG8  (Online Only)
Welcome! Thankyou for visiting my profile. My names Jenna smith and I am a qualified sport and exercise psychologist. I work with a variety of clients on a range of issues, performance issues are typically what I work with specifically looking at psychological skills training. However I have worked with more personal issues and am happy to work with clients on a range of things within my competencies. This includes items such as confidence, skill acquisition, self-esteem, personal issues, family issues and general mental health support.
Welcome! Thankyou for visiting my profile. My names Jenna smith and I am a qualified sport and exercise psychologist. I work with a variety of clients on a range of issues, performance issues are typically what I work with specifically looking at psychological skills training. However I have worked with more personal issues and am happy to work with clients on a range of things within my competencies. This includes items such as confidence, skill acquisition, self-esteem, personal issues, family issues and general mental health support.
0115 647 3682 View 0115 647 3682
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Natalie Brunning
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG11  (Online Only)
Hi my name is Natalie. I am an experienced BACP accredited counsellor working in Nottingham. I offer a friendly, safe and confidential space to enable you to work through any difficulties you may be experiencing. I work within the Humanistic person centered approach and I believe that given the right conditions, through therapy, positive changes can be made. I offer counselling for all ages, individuals, couples, EAP, and group work. I work with both long and short term clients. I have extensive experience working with depression, complex mental health and PTSD
Hi my name is Natalie. I am an experienced BACP accredited counsellor working in Nottingham. I offer a friendly, safe and confidential space to enable you to work through any difficulties you may be experiencing. I work within the Humanistic person centered approach and I believe that given the right conditions, through therapy, positive changes can be made. I offer counselling for all ages, individuals, couples, EAP, and group work. I work with both long and short term clients. I have extensive experience working with depression, complex mental health and PTSD
0115 647 0413 View 0115 647 0413
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Kymm Stroud- Child Adult And Fertility Counsellor
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG1
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.
0115 697 2040 View 0115 697 2040
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Emily Lyon
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG11
Hello, I am Emily, a fully qualified children and young people’s counsellor and a registered member of the BACP, working with children and young people between the ages of 10-25 years old. I offer an emotionally safe and nurturing environment where you feel accepted and listened to without judgment. I have seen my counselling has provided children and young people develop a deeper understanding of themselves and has supported them in navigating and overcoming challenging experiences, thoughts, and feelings.
Hello, I am Emily, a fully qualified children and young people’s counsellor and a registered member of the BACP, working with children and young people between the ages of 10-25 years old. I offer an emotionally safe and nurturing environment where you feel accepted and listened to without judgment. I have seen my counselling has provided children and young people develop a deeper understanding of themselves and has supported them in navigating and overcoming challenging experiences, thoughts, and feelings.
0115 647 4273 View 0115 647 4273
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Maggie Hall
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG11
I am an Integrative psychotherapist. I use the relationship we build together to explore the issues you bring to therapy at your own pace. I have over 16 years experience of working with children, teenagers and adults both in private practice and within NHS and charity settings. I offer a warm confidential space for you to bring those issues which you feel you need some support or help with.
I am an Integrative psychotherapist. I use the relationship we build together to explore the issues you bring to therapy at your own pace. I have over 16 years experience of working with children, teenagers and adults both in private practice and within NHS and charity settings. I offer a warm confidential space for you to bring those issues which you feel you need some support or help with.
0115 697 2054 View 0115 697 2054
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Judith Byrnes Adults And Children's Therapist
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nottingham NG5
Immediate Availability - currently have availability online/telephone and face to face (Nottingham). I have over a decades experience, working with people of all ages and from all walks of life. I work with a range of issues including anxiety, grief, domestic abuse and sexual assault. I worked for Women’s Aid for over 12 years as an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate and as a Sexual Assault Referral Centre as a crisis worker, gaining a full insight of the impact trauma has. Welcome to a judgement-free zone, where you can talk openly. You will be heard, you will be seen and you will never be judged.
Immediate Availability - currently have availability online/telephone and face to face (Nottingham). I have over a decades experience, working with people of all ages and from all walks of life. I work with a range of issues including anxiety, grief, domestic abuse and sexual assault. I worked for Women’s Aid for over 12 years as an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate and as a Sexual Assault Referral Centre as a crisis worker, gaining a full insight of the impact trauma has. Welcome to a judgement-free zone, where you can talk openly. You will be heard, you will be seen and you will never be judged.
0115 647 0515 View 0115 647 0515
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Sharan Thiara Wellbeeing Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG5
How are you feeling? depressed, sad, unloved, putting others first, what happens to you when you do this????
How are you feeling? depressed, sad, unloved, putting others first, what happens to you when you do this????
0115 697 1075 View 0115 697 1075
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April Agustudottir
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG5
Using a psychodynamic approach, I offer both comfort and support while working with current issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, or bereavement and traumatic experiences both in childhood and adulthood. I can help you reflect on your past experiences and connect them with current issues— helping you better understand yourself, your thoughts, actions, and the relationships you have in your life. I will offer you a safe space where you can speak freely about your thoughts, feelings and concerns. These issues are reflected within a confidential and empathetic environment, building a safe and non-judgemental space.
Using a psychodynamic approach, I offer both comfort and support while working with current issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, or bereavement and traumatic experiences both in childhood and adulthood. I can help you reflect on your past experiences and connect them with current issues— helping you better understand yourself, your thoughts, actions, and the relationships you have in your life. I will offer you a safe space where you can speak freely about your thoughts, feelings and concerns. These issues are reflected within a confidential and empathetic environment, building a safe and non-judgemental space.
0115 647 6740 View 0115 647 6740
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Linda McConnachie
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG9
I run a successful private practice in Beeston in Nottinghamshire and work relationally and empathically with people from all walks of life. I am a qualified Clinical Supervisor offering individual and group Supervision. If you’re facing distressing or traumatic experiences, I can support you explore your thoughts and feelings to make sense of what's going on and consider how things can change. I work on a short or longer term basis. I know that, sometimes, talking can be difficult; our unconscious thoughts get in the way of change and I’m able to offer body or creative therapeutic solutions as well.
I run a successful private practice in Beeston in Nottinghamshire and work relationally and empathically with people from all walks of life. I am a qualified Clinical Supervisor offering individual and group Supervision. If you’re facing distressing or traumatic experiences, I can support you explore your thoughts and feelings to make sense of what's going on and consider how things can change. I work on a short or longer term basis. I know that, sometimes, talking can be difficult; our unconscious thoughts get in the way of change and I’m able to offer body or creative therapeutic solutions as well.
0115 697 1078 View 0115 697 1078
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Jayne Daniels Counselling & Supervision Services
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG9
ARE YOU SUFFERING WITH ANXIETY, DEPRESSED, WORTHLESS, IN CRISIS, UNABLE TO COPE BUT DON'T KNOW WHY? DO YOU NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO AND LISTEN TO YOU? I CAN HELP. CONTACT ME NOW FOR A FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION. My name is Jayne Daniels; I am an experienced, qualified integrative counsellor and Clinical Supervisor. I offer different ways of working to suit your individual needs, including CBT, person centered and psycho dynamic. Counselling can help you make sense of what is happening in your life, support you through difficult and traumatic times and help you to live a happy and fulfilling life.
ARE YOU SUFFERING WITH ANXIETY, DEPRESSED, WORTHLESS, IN CRISIS, UNABLE TO COPE BUT DON'T KNOW WHY? DO YOU NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO AND LISTEN TO YOU? I CAN HELP. CONTACT ME NOW FOR A FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION. My name is Jayne Daniels; I am an experienced, qualified integrative counsellor and Clinical Supervisor. I offer different ways of working to suit your individual needs, including CBT, person centered and psycho dynamic. Counselling can help you make sense of what is happening in your life, support you through difficult and traumatic times and help you to live a happy and fulfilling life.
07480 786480 View 07480 786480
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Dragonfly therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG8  (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Vickie, creator of Dragonfly therapy. My aim is to support you in a holistic way to work through underlying issues in a safe and non-judgemental space. Together we will explore, process and work through your experiences, and our work together will be centered on you reaching your ultimate goals. What ever you bring to the session as an individual, is personal to you and I will work at your pace to navigate and support you emotionally on this journey of discovery together.
Hello, I'm Vickie, creator of Dragonfly therapy. My aim is to support you in a holistic way to work through underlying issues in a safe and non-judgemental space. Together we will explore, process and work through your experiences, and our work together will be centered on you reaching your ultimate goals. What ever you bring to the session as an individual, is personal to you and I will work at your pace to navigate and support you emotionally on this journey of discovery together.
01482 429282 View 01482 429282
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Alice Yendle-Parsons
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG1
I am a BACP accredited and qualified Integrative Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Clinical Supervisor and Lecturer. I have over 14 years of experience in psychotherapy practice within independent private practice, Relate, employee counselling services and freelance contracts. I am qualified to work with adult individuals and couples, families, young people and children as well as providing clinical supervision for therapists. I offer an independent specialist service for Derby and the surrounding areas. I am passionate about empowering people to recognise and achieve their potential.
I am a BACP accredited and qualified Integrative Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Clinical Supervisor and Lecturer. I have over 14 years of experience in psychotherapy practice within independent private practice, Relate, employee counselling services and freelance contracts. I am qualified to work with adult individuals and couples, families, young people and children as well as providing clinical supervision for therapists. I offer an independent specialist service for Derby and the surrounding areas. I am passionate about empowering people to recognise and achieve their potential.
01332 417372 View 01332 417372
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Jenna Robertson
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG15
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, stress, life adjustments, relational issues, or other struggles with mental health, you deserve to be heard and supported. The isolation and confusion can feel overwhelming, but as long as you are dedicated to moving forward there is so much hope and so many possibilities for healing.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, stress, life adjustments, relational issues, or other struggles with mental health, you deserve to be heard and supported. The isolation and confusion can feel overwhelming, but as long as you are dedicated to moving forward there is so much hope and so many possibilities for healing.
01383 663412 View 01383 663412
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Bex Fennell
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Nottingham NG10
Hi, I am Bex and I am an Accredited Integrative Psychotherapist (NCPS) and Counsellor with over 20 years’ experience of working within mental health. I work with both adults and children. I know that seeking counselling can be a daunting process, however, I offer a warm, supportive and non- judgemental space where we can explore any issues that could be preventing you from living a more fulfilling life. My years of training and experience in becoming a counsellor have taught me that each client is unique with their own perspective and understanding- it is my work to sit alongside you and understand your pain.
Hi, I am Bex and I am an Accredited Integrative Psychotherapist (NCPS) and Counsellor with over 20 years’ experience of working within mental health. I work with both adults and children. I know that seeking counselling can be a daunting process, however, I offer a warm, supportive and non- judgemental space where we can explore any issues that could be preventing you from living a more fulfilling life. My years of training and experience in becoming a counsellor have taught me that each client is unique with their own perspective and understanding- it is my work to sit alongside you and understand your pain.
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Online Therapists

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Sinead Clarke-Adams
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Leeds LS6
I've also worked within a school as a school counsellor using play and art therapy with children.
Whether it be anxiety, depression, self esteem building, confidence issues, communication issues, grief, trauma or many other life stresses, I'm available to help. I can offer you a safe, comfortable, confidential and non judgemental space where you have the freedom to explore the issues that are troubling you and assist you to overcome what's holding you back, causing you pain and distress or simply making you feel stuck in life. I will empower you to see your light and find solutions that are right for you. I take a non directive stance, meaning I will listen non judgementally and support you find the resourses you need.
I've also worked within a school as a school counsellor using play and art therapy with children.
Whether it be anxiety, depression, self esteem building, confidence issues, communication issues, grief, trauma or many other life stresses, I'm available to help. I can offer you a safe, comfortable, confidential and non judgemental space where you have the freedom to explore the issues that are troubling you and assist you to overcome what's holding you back, causing you pain and distress or simply making you feel stuck in life. I will empower you to see your light and find solutions that are right for you. I take a non directive stance, meaning I will listen non judgementally and support you find the resourses you need.
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Play Therapy Counsellors

Who is play therapy for?

Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.

Why do people need play therapy?

Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behaviour and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.

What happens in play therapy?

A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.

What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?

Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.

How long does play therapy last?

Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behaviour.