Psychoanalytic Counselling in Nottingham
Welcome, I am a degree qualified Humanistic and Integrative psychotherapist offering you a compassionate and safe space to explore the challenges you are facing.
If you would like to gain a deeper understanding and awareness of yourself, your relationships or the difficulties you experience then we can work together to explore these and find a way forward. I believe our early experiences shape our beliefs about ourselves, others and the world and sometimes, because of these experiences we can take on unhealthy thoughts and behaviours to help us cope with whatever we are going through
Welcome, I am a degree qualified Humanistic and Integrative psychotherapist offering you a compassionate and safe space to explore the challenges you are facing.
If you would like to gain a deeper understanding and awareness of yourself, your relationships or the difficulties you experience then we can work together to explore these and find a way forward. I believe our early experiences shape our beliefs about ourselves, others and the world and sometimes, because of these experiences we can take on unhealthy thoughts and behaviours to help us cope with whatever we are going through
Many people come to me because they feel stuck. It might be worry that will not settle, relationship patterns that keep repeating, or the frustrating experience of understanding yourself but nothing really changing. It can be painful to keep trying without feeling like you are moving forward. In our sessions we focus on the real sticking point: what keeps pulling you back into the same loop, and what needs to shift underneath it. To help you create the change that you're after.
Many people come to me because they feel stuck. It might be worry that will not settle, relationship patterns that keep repeating, or the frustrating experience of understanding yourself but nothing really changing. It can be painful to keep trying without feeling like you are moving forward. In our sessions we focus on the real sticking point: what keeps pulling you back into the same loop, and what needs to shift underneath it. To help you create the change that you're after.
Hello, my name is Caroline. I'm a qualified psychotherapist and counsellor working in private practice in the Beeston and Long Eaton area, providing weekly face to face personal therapy. Are you struggling with day to day life, or have you lost a sense of who you are? Engaging in therapy can help you to understand yourself better and help you learn how to manage your emotions. I understand that reaching out for help may feel daunting, I too felt the same when I made a commitment to therapy years ago. Please be assured I will guide you through the process ensuring a supportive, calm and unique environment.
Hello, my name is Caroline. I'm a qualified psychotherapist and counsellor working in private practice in the Beeston and Long Eaton area, providing weekly face to face personal therapy. Are you struggling with day to day life, or have you lost a sense of who you are? Engaging in therapy can help you to understand yourself better and help you learn how to manage your emotions. I understand that reaching out for help may feel daunting, I too felt the same when I made a commitment to therapy years ago. Please be assured I will guide you through the process ensuring a supportive, calm and unique environment.
Expressive Self Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hi I’m Cat, Psychotherapist and Founder at Expressive Self Psychotherapy, a warm welcome to you! Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, intrusive thoughts, intense emotions or feeling numb and cut off from others? Whether you are navigating PTSD, OCD, complex emotional pain or are generally feeling stuck, I am here to help you find strength and resilience in your journey towards healing. By tailoring each session to meet your unique needs, I help you uncover new insights, build self-awareness, and develop effective coping skills.
Hi I’m Cat, Psychotherapist and Founder at Expressive Self Psychotherapy, a warm welcome to you! Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, intrusive thoughts, intense emotions or feeling numb and cut off from others? Whether you are navigating PTSD, OCD, complex emotional pain or are generally feeling stuck, I am here to help you find strength and resilience in your journey towards healing. By tailoring each session to meet your unique needs, I help you uncover new insights, build self-awareness, and develop effective coping skills.
Whatever you might be facing, Depression, Stress, Anxiety, a broken relationship or loss of some Kind, Lindy's Place is a safe place to explore your feelings and experiences. An integrative approach means whatever your goal is for Counselling Lindy has the tools, techniques and experience to support you. Lindy's place is for Adults and Children and can offer talking & play therapy. Sometimes all you need is a safe place to be yourself with no pre judgments where you can be heard. Sound familiar? Please get in touch!
Whatever you might be facing, Depression, Stress, Anxiety, a broken relationship or loss of some Kind, Lindy's Place is a safe place to explore your feelings and experiences. An integrative approach means whatever your goal is for Counselling Lindy has the tools, techniques and experience to support you. Lindy's place is for Adults and Children and can offer talking & play therapy. Sometimes all you need is a safe place to be yourself with no pre judgments where you can be heard. Sound familiar? Please get in touch!
Have you experienced childhood emotional neglect as a result of being raised by emotionally immature or narcissistic parents? Are you having difficulty with those parental relationships as an adult? You feel lost, confused and frustrated?
You may have tried to distance yourself or talk to them, but nothing changes. The impact of these childhood experiences and dysfunctional relationships can create deep emotional wounds and effect how you see and feel about yourself, as well as ongoing personal and intimate relationships. You may struggle with anxiety, depression or addiction?
Have you experienced childhood emotional neglect as a result of being raised by emotionally immature or narcissistic parents? Are you having difficulty with those parental relationships as an adult? You feel lost, confused and frustrated?
You may have tried to distance yourself or talk to them, but nothing changes. The impact of these childhood experiences and dysfunctional relationships can create deep emotional wounds and effect how you see and feel about yourself, as well as ongoing personal and intimate relationships. You may struggle with anxiety, depression or addiction?
When life feels uncertain or overwhelming, it can be hard to know which way to turn. You may feel stuck, anxious, or shaped by external pressures—aware that something is missing or that you’re living for others rather than yourself. This can leave you struggling with self-worth, grief, or major change. You don’t need to have the answers, only the willingness to show up. If you long for deeper self-acceptance and authenticity, we can explore meaning, identity, and choice so you can move beyond feeling stuck, reconnect with your value, and feel more aligned with who you truly are and how you want to live.
When life feels uncertain or overwhelming, it can be hard to know which way to turn. You may feel stuck, anxious, or shaped by external pressures—aware that something is missing or that you’re living for others rather than yourself. This can leave you struggling with self-worth, grief, or major change. You don’t need to have the answers, only the willingness to show up. If you long for deeper self-acceptance and authenticity, we can explore meaning, identity, and choice so you can move beyond feeling stuck, reconnect with your value, and feel more aligned with who you truly are and how you want to live.
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.
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist with four years’ experience, working with clients from diverse backgrounds, during those four years I have had the opportunity of providing therapy to clients as a trainee and as a qualified psychotherapist. I have clients who have experienced a range of different trauma in the following areas Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, trauma associated with early childhood abuse, stress, depression, addiction, relationship issues and complex family dynamics, obsessive-compulsive disorder, Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder, and other disorders.
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist with four years’ experience, working with clients from diverse backgrounds, during those four years I have had the opportunity of providing therapy to clients as a trainee and as a qualified psychotherapist. I have clients who have experienced a range of different trauma in the following areas Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, trauma associated with early childhood abuse, stress, depression, addiction, relationship issues and complex family dynamics, obsessive-compulsive disorder, Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder, and other disorders.
Hello there, I'm AJ – a UKCP accredited Integrative Clinical Psychotherapist, and I bring more than just qualifications to the therapeutic space. Sessions will be a sanctuary where your thoughts/feelings will be heard and cherished. Embarking on this journey, whether for short-term solutions or a more extended exploration, means stepping into a space where you are seen, understood, and valued. Holding an MSc with distinction, I offer a safe, judgment-free zone for individuals and couples. Anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma find a compassionate ally in my practice, where we may also explore healing through EMDR.
Hello there, I'm AJ – a UKCP accredited Integrative Clinical Psychotherapist, and I bring more than just qualifications to the therapeutic space. Sessions will be a sanctuary where your thoughts/feelings will be heard and cherished. Embarking on this journey, whether for short-term solutions or a more extended exploration, means stepping into a space where you are seen, understood, and valued. Holding an MSc with distinction, I offer a safe, judgment-free zone for individuals and couples. Anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma find a compassionate ally in my practice, where we may also explore healing through EMDR.
Lily Lau- Dramatherapy Bay Limited
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
3 Endorsed
Nottingham NG9
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected?
You’re not alone. Whether you’re struggling with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, ASD, ADHD, or BPD, or other difficulties you might find it hard to express what’s really going on. Maybe traditional talking therapy feels intimidating, or words just don’t feel enough. Want to feel heard, understood, and supported in a way that truly works for you—without pressure or judgment? My goal is to help you process emotions, build resilience, and find clarity using methods that feel safe and comfortable for you. Therapy should adapt to you, not the other way around.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected?
You’re not alone. Whether you’re struggling with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, ASD, ADHD, or BPD, or other difficulties you might find it hard to express what’s really going on. Maybe traditional talking therapy feels intimidating, or words just don’t feel enough. Want to feel heard, understood, and supported in a way that truly works for you—without pressure or judgment? My goal is to help you process emotions, build resilience, and find clarity using methods that feel safe and comfortable for you. Therapy should adapt to you, not the other way around.
Specialising in working with young people aged 11-18 years. Counselling Service for Young People, Adults and Couples in Nottingham and Stratford Upon Avon. Nicky Adams MBACP, BA(Hons), MNCPS Acc). Counsellor / Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I am a fully qualified, registered and insured Counsellor. DBS checked. If life is a struggle right now, get in touch and we can work together to make life happier.. I am an integrative therapist, working in a solution / client centred way using a range of approaches including CBT and Mindfulness to help relieve your emotional distress.
Specialising in working with young people aged 11-18 years. Counselling Service for Young People, Adults and Couples in Nottingham and Stratford Upon Avon. Nicky Adams MBACP, BA(Hons), MNCPS Acc). Counsellor / Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I am a fully qualified, registered and insured Counsellor. DBS checked. If life is a struggle right now, get in touch and we can work together to make life happier.. I am an integrative therapist, working in a solution / client centred way using a range of approaches including CBT and Mindfulness to help relieve your emotional distress.
You're holding everything together — work, relationships, responsibilities — and doing it well enough that nobody would guess the effort it actually takes. But privately something won't shift. The anxiety that appears for no obvious reason. The relationships that follow the same exhausting patterns. The flatness that success hasn't touched.
You've probably tried to address it. Got some tools, felt better for a while. But something underneath keeps reasserting itself — and you're right that it does.
I've spent 30 years helping people understand what's actually driving their experience, not just manage the symptoms.
You're holding everything together — work, relationships, responsibilities — and doing it well enough that nobody would guess the effort it actually takes. But privately something won't shift. The anxiety that appears for no obvious reason. The relationships that follow the same exhausting patterns. The flatness that success hasn't touched.
You've probably tried to address it. Got some tools, felt better for a while. But something underneath keeps reasserting itself — and you're right that it does.
I've spent 30 years helping people understand what's actually driving their experience, not just manage the symptoms.
I've been actively practicing as a Therapist for the last 7 years and have always worked with a variety of people from all ages and backgrounds. The youngest being 8 years and the oldest being 84. Many of these clients have lived in different places all over the country. This experience has meant that I have needed to become a different type of Therapist for each client that I work with to ensure that I am able to best support them. This has also meant that I have worked with people for many different reasons and has given me skills to comfortably meet people where they are and work towards their goals in Therapy.
I've been actively practicing as a Therapist for the last 7 years and have always worked with a variety of people from all ages and backgrounds. The youngest being 8 years and the oldest being 84. Many of these clients have lived in different places all over the country. This experience has meant that I have needed to become a different type of Therapist for each client that I work with to ensure that I am able to best support them. This has also meant that I have worked with people for many different reasons and has given me skills to comfortably meet people where they are and work towards their goals in Therapy.
Even though you are looking for a psychotherapist or coach who specialises in working with neurodivergent people, your identity may not be the central reason for seeking a therapist. You can arrive presenting with anything that is part of human experience or life. Yet, the importance of choosing an autistic psychotherapist is that there will be understanding of sensory and processing differences and many shared understanding. This means that wrong assumptions about how you ‘should be’ aren’t made, you won't be misread, and, consequently, the work will have meaning and usefulness for you. Adult individuals and couples are welcome.
Even though you are looking for a psychotherapist or coach who specialises in working with neurodivergent people, your identity may not be the central reason for seeking a therapist. You can arrive presenting with anything that is part of human experience or life. Yet, the importance of choosing an autistic psychotherapist is that there will be understanding of sensory and processing differences and many shared understanding. This means that wrong assumptions about how you ‘should be’ aren’t made, you won't be misread, and, consequently, the work will have meaning and usefulness for you. Adult individuals and couples are welcome.
I understand that life can be overwhelming, but I’m here to guide you through those obstacles. My goal is to help you understand yourself more deeply through your journey with me, and get you back on track. My sessions are designed to unravel painful issues and provide you with effective tools to be able to heal. Taking action creates a sense of liberation and a feeling of letting go of the despair associated with insignificance and meaningless. It creates a feeling of growth and promotes the embracing of life and to exist with wonder and curiosity. I've been honoured to be endorsed by Her Grace the Duchess of Rutland and Source.
I understand that life can be overwhelming, but I’m here to guide you through those obstacles. My goal is to help you understand yourself more deeply through your journey with me, and get you back on track. My sessions are designed to unravel painful issues and provide you with effective tools to be able to heal. Taking action creates a sense of liberation and a feeling of letting go of the despair associated with insignificance and meaningless. It creates a feeling of growth and promotes the embracing of life and to exist with wonder and curiosity. I've been honoured to be endorsed by Her Grace the Duchess of Rutland and Source.
You're holding everything together — work, relationships, responsibilities — and doing it well enough that nobody would guess the effort it actually takes. But privately something won't shift. The anxiety that appears for no obvious reason. The relationships that follow the same exhausting patterns. The flatness that success hasn't touched.
You've probably tried to address it. Got some tools, felt better for a while. But something underneath keeps reasserting itself — and you're right that it does.
I've spent 30 years helping people understand what's actually driving their experience, not just manage the symptoms.
You're holding everything together — work, relationships, responsibilities — and doing it well enough that nobody would guess the effort it actually takes. But privately something won't shift. The anxiety that appears for no obvious reason. The relationships that follow the same exhausting patterns. The flatness that success hasn't touched.
You've probably tried to address it. Got some tools, felt better for a while. But something underneath keeps reasserting itself — and you're right that it does.
I've spent 30 years helping people understand what's actually driving their experience, not just manage the symptoms.
I also integrating psychoanalytic, mindfulness techniques and other tools tailored to your individual needs.
Do you feel emotionally overwhelmed or feeling struggle? You don’t have to face it alone. I am here to support you through counselling. We can work together and helping you walk through life’s challenges.
I have experience working with clients on a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, academic and work related stress, cultural adjustment, ADHD, relationship struggles (family, romantic, marriage), childhood trauma, eating disorder, changes in life etc.. I witnessed many meaningful transformations from my clients.I believe everyone has their capacity to heal and grow in a safe and supportive environment.
I also integrating psychoanalytic, mindfulness techniques and other tools tailored to your individual needs.
Do you feel emotionally overwhelmed or feeling struggle? You don’t have to face it alone. I am here to support you through counselling. We can work together and helping you walk through life’s challenges.
I have experience working with clients on a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, academic and work related stress, cultural adjustment, ADHD, relationship struggles (family, romantic, marriage), childhood trauma, eating disorder, changes in life etc.. I witnessed many meaningful transformations from my clients.I believe everyone has their capacity to heal and grow in a safe and supportive environment.
Welcome. Trying to find the right therapist can be a minefield. Let me introduce my passions, knowledge and experience. Chaotic lifestyles, poverty, depression, families, unhealthy relationships, drugs, alcohol, anxiety, mental health, self-esteem, confidence, bereavement, domestic abuse, unhelpful thinking patterns, adversity in childhood, trauma and abuse. I love supporting and empowering individuals to pursue my mantra of "just be, whoever you choose to be" within their own world view. In your own time, find your true SELF heading towards a positive, happy and health lifestyle which suits your own unique journey.
Welcome. Trying to find the right therapist can be a minefield. Let me introduce my passions, knowledge and experience. Chaotic lifestyles, poverty, depression, families, unhealthy relationships, drugs, alcohol, anxiety, mental health, self-esteem, confidence, bereavement, domestic abuse, unhelpful thinking patterns, adversity in childhood, trauma and abuse. I love supporting and empowering individuals to pursue my mantra of "just be, whoever you choose to be" within their own world view. In your own time, find your true SELF heading towards a positive, happy and health lifestyle which suits your own unique journey.
I’m an Integrative Counsellor & Therapist. I aim to guide you thoughtfully, helping you to process trauma bonds, divorce, parental alienation, internal conflicts, rejection, abandonment, shame & loss. My approach empowers clients to work with patterns & resistance, gain psychological insights, integrate reparative work to recover, heal and move forward. I specialise in relationship & family difficulties, bereavement, neurodivergence, corporate work stress. Intersectional & culturally sensitive matters, identity, attachment & complex trauma. I also support clients impacted by sexual violence, addictions & health issues.
I’m an Integrative Counsellor & Therapist. I aim to guide you thoughtfully, helping you to process trauma bonds, divorce, parental alienation, internal conflicts, rejection, abandonment, shame & loss. My approach empowers clients to work with patterns & resistance, gain psychological insights, integrate reparative work to recover, heal and move forward. I specialise in relationship & family difficulties, bereavement, neurodivergence, corporate work stress. Intersectional & culturally sensitive matters, identity, attachment & complex trauma. I also support clients impacted by sexual violence, addictions & health issues.
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Psychoanalytic Counsellors
Does psychoanalytic therapy work?
Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviours. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.
How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?
Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behaviour is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.
Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?
Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?
Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.