Female Counsellors in Oakham
Whatever brings you through the door, seeking to change or feel better, you no longer need to face your problems alone. It takes courage to look at ourselves and to sit with the myriad emotions and situations that have constructed the person that we are today: the hardest part is the first step, acknowledging the problem and seeking help. For more information about how I can help you and the approaches we may use together, please visit my website at www.nicolaflinn.co.uk
Whatever brings you through the door, seeking to change or feel better, you no longer need to face your problems alone. It takes courage to look at ourselves and to sit with the myriad emotions and situations that have constructed the person that we are today: the hardest part is the first step, acknowledging the problem and seeking help. For more information about how I can help you and the approaches we may use together, please visit my website at www.nicolaflinn.co.uk
Helping Young People realise their full potential within an ever changing world. I have over 15 years experience in counselling young people in private practice, schools and colleges. I have successfully worked on anxiety prevention and lifting low mood. I have experience working with suicide ideation, family dynamics, dyspraxia, autism, self harming behaviours, sexuality and gender, exam pressure, bullying, OCD and many more. I consider that, at times, young people need additional emotional support outside of their family and friends network in order that they can achieve their full potential.
Helping Young People realise their full potential within an ever changing world. I have over 15 years experience in counselling young people in private practice, schools and colleges. I have successfully worked on anxiety prevention and lifting low mood. I have experience working with suicide ideation, family dynamics, dyspraxia, autism, self harming behaviours, sexuality and gender, exam pressure, bullying, OCD and many more. I consider that, at times, young people need additional emotional support outside of their family and friends network in order that they can achieve their full potential.
Is your child having issues at school and at home? School life can be stressful for young people today and even a bright student can struggle at some point in their school career. Slipping grades and behavioral issues may be indicators that your child is facing some social and emotional challenges. Some of these outward and internal personal struggles are a normal part of growing up, especially during adolescence. Sometimes children need some strategies to cope and build self confidence, and an impartial listener who is neither a parent or a teacher!
Is your child having issues at school and at home? School life can be stressful for young people today and even a bright student can struggle at some point in their school career. Slipping grades and behavioral issues may be indicators that your child is facing some social and emotional challenges. Some of these outward and internal personal struggles are a normal part of growing up, especially during adolescence. Sometimes children need some strategies to cope and build self confidence, and an impartial listener who is neither a parent or a teacher!
A warm welcome to Oak Tree Counselling, a safe space where you can explore feelings/emotions and issues that are troubling you. My name is Jacqui and I will sit with you and give you the space to be heard; a place that will enable you to delve deeply into your concerns and to work through your feelings.
A warm welcome to Oak Tree Counselling, a safe space where you can explore feelings/emotions and issues that are troubling you. My name is Jacqui and I will sit with you and give you the space to be heard; a place that will enable you to delve deeply into your concerns and to work through your feelings.
Perhaps you are currently dealing with sadness in your life, facing difficult feelings or experiences; maybe you're feeling overwhelmed? You might have a new personal difficulty that has occurred, or you could be battling historical events and may have been feeling this way for some time. The decision to make contact with a counsellor or psychotherapist takes great courage, especially if it's the first time. Your initial fifty minutes assessment/ meeting with me will help you to decide if you feel comfortable and if I'm the right choice for you. I offer a respectful, relaxed and non-judgemental space for you.
Perhaps you are currently dealing with sadness in your life, facing difficult feelings or experiences; maybe you're feeling overwhelmed? You might have a new personal difficulty that has occurred, or you could be battling historical events and may have been feeling this way for some time. The decision to make contact with a counsellor or psychotherapist takes great courage, especially if it's the first time. Your initial fifty minutes assessment/ meeting with me will help you to decide if you feel comfortable and if I'm the right choice for you. I offer a respectful, relaxed and non-judgemental space for you.
Hello. Do you find life is harder than it should be right now? Do you feel overwhelmed, or perhaps struggle to feel much at all? You might be experiencing anxiety, anger, low mood, or feeling disconnected from yourself—as though you've never quite understood who you are or where you fit in.
I work with adults and older adolescents navigating a broad range of life challenges, including loss and grief, relationship conflict, trauma, identity exploration, and neurodiversity. Together, we can make sense of these complicated feelings and help you find a clearer path forward, to a happier everyday.
Hello. Do you find life is harder than it should be right now? Do you feel overwhelmed, or perhaps struggle to feel much at all? You might be experiencing anxiety, anger, low mood, or feeling disconnected from yourself—as though you've never quite understood who you are or where you fit in.
I work with adults and older adolescents navigating a broad range of life challenges, including loss and grief, relationship conflict, trauma, identity exploration, and neurodiversity. Together, we can make sense of these complicated feelings and help you find a clearer path forward, to a happier everyday.
Starting counselling can feel A LOT. You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected from yourself, struggling with confidence, relationships, difficult emotions or changes in your life. Perhaps you appear to be coping while feeling very differently underneath. You may overthink, put others’ needs before your own, or feel unsure of where to turn.
Counselling can give you the space to slow down, make sense of what you’re experiencing and begin to understand yourself more clearly.
Starting counselling can feel A LOT. You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected from yourself, struggling with confidence, relationships, difficult emotions or changes in your life. Perhaps you appear to be coping while feeling very differently underneath. You may overthink, put others’ needs before your own, or feel unsure of where to turn.
Counselling can give you the space to slow down, make sense of what you’re experiencing and begin to understand yourself more clearly.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling with emotions that feel difficult to manage alone? You may appear to be coping on the outside while internally feeling stuck, exhausted, or unsure how to move forward. Therapy offers a space where you can pause, reflect, and feel truly heard.I offer person-centred counselling, creating a warm, confidential, and non-judgemental environment where you are at the heart of the work. I believe you are the expert in your own life, and together we explore your thoughts and feelings at a pace that feels safe and right for you. My role is to walk alongside you with empathy, and genuine
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling with emotions that feel difficult to manage alone? You may appear to be coping on the outside while internally feeling stuck, exhausted, or unsure how to move forward. Therapy offers a space where you can pause, reflect, and feel truly heard.I offer person-centred counselling, creating a warm, confidential, and non-judgemental environment where you are at the heart of the work. I believe you are the expert in your own life, and together we explore your thoughts and feelings at a pace that feels safe and right for you. My role is to walk alongside you with empathy, and genuine
I’m a Paediatric Psychotherapist based in Rutland, working with children and young people through my private practice, Cherry Blossom Therapy. I specialise in supporting those navigating trauma, abuse, attachment difficulties, fostering and adoption experiences, anxiety, and stress – offering a safe, creative space where they can express themselves and begin to heal at their own pace.
I’m a Paediatric Psychotherapist based in Rutland, working with children and young people through my private practice, Cherry Blossom Therapy. I specialise in supporting those navigating trauma, abuse, attachment difficulties, fostering and adoption experiences, anxiety, and stress – offering a safe, creative space where they can express themselves and begin to heal at their own pace.
Having worked with adults across a range of issues, my practice is now focussed towards couples and individuals struggling with relationship issues.
My aim is to support couples to create positive, alive, joyful relationships which will not only enhance their own lives, but also provide a secure and loving foundation for any children. Usually this means couples come together, but sometimes I work with individuals who recognise the need to address the way they relate to others and want to bring about change in this area of their lives.
Having worked with adults across a range of issues, my practice is now focussed towards couples and individuals struggling with relationship issues.
My aim is to support couples to create positive, alive, joyful relationships which will not only enhance their own lives, but also provide a secure and loving foundation for any children. Usually this means couples come together, but sometimes I work with individuals who recognise the need to address the way they relate to others and want to bring about change in this area of their lives.
I am an experienced Registered and Senior Accredited counsellor/psychotherapist I have 32 years experience and over 20,000 hours client sessions. I offer individual and couples counselling. I have extensive experience working for the NHS, heading up a therapy service in one of the largest GP Medical Practices in the UK. I now work from my home near OAKHAM. The first step is to meet me for an initial assessment session so that you ca decide if I am the right therapist for you and if so, we can consider how best to address the issues you are facing. I believe that the relationship is central to our work together.
I am an experienced Registered and Senior Accredited counsellor/psychotherapist I have 32 years experience and over 20,000 hours client sessions. I offer individual and couples counselling. I have extensive experience working for the NHS, heading up a therapy service in one of the largest GP Medical Practices in the UK. I now work from my home near OAKHAM. The first step is to meet me for an initial assessment session so that you ca decide if I am the right therapist for you and if so, we can consider how best to address the issues you are facing. I believe that the relationship is central to our work together.
Have you suffered through trauma? Are you neurodivergent or questioning whether you might be? Are you generally struggling in life? Feeling unsupported? Or maybe you just want to get to know yourself better? If any of this sounds like you then I could be the therapist for you - and we can take things at a pace that feels safe, thoughtful, and right for you.
Have you suffered through trauma? Are you neurodivergent or questioning whether you might be? Are you generally struggling in life? Feeling unsupported? Or maybe you just want to get to know yourself better? If any of this sounds like you then I could be the therapist for you - and we can take things at a pace that feels safe, thoughtful, and right for you.
Starting a counselling journey can feel daunting, particularly if it is something you haven't experienced before. But counselling doesn't have to begin because something is wrong; it can be what you need it to be. It can be a space to explore how you relate to yourself and others, understand patterns in relationships or behaviour, process what is happening in your life, or simply spend some concentrated time on you. Together we can explore what feels important and develop a greater understanding of yourself, your experiences and what you need.
Starting a counselling journey can feel daunting, particularly if it is something you haven't experienced before. But counselling doesn't have to begin because something is wrong; it can be what you need it to be. It can be a space to explore how you relate to yourself and others, understand patterns in relationships or behaviour, process what is happening in your life, or simply spend some concentrated time on you. Together we can explore what feels important and develop a greater understanding of yourself, your experiences and what you need.
You may not know exactly what's wrong or have the words - just that something feels different. You may be feeling more anxious or overwhelmed, your confidence has changed, you're coping with bereavement, loss or change (personally, study or work related), finding relationships difficult, or simply feeling that you’re not quite yourself. You may be navigating a new life transition (including perimenopause) - moving into a new decade in your life story. You don’t need to know exactly what’s wrong or what you need from counselling before getting in touch. Sometimes, simply knowing you’d like things to feel different is enough.
You may not know exactly what's wrong or have the words - just that something feels different. You may be feeling more anxious or overwhelmed, your confidence has changed, you're coping with bereavement, loss or change (personally, study or work related), finding relationships difficult, or simply feeling that you’re not quite yourself. You may be navigating a new life transition (including perimenopause) - moving into a new decade in your life story. You don’t need to know exactly what’s wrong or what you need from counselling before getting in touch. Sometimes, simply knowing you’d like things to feel different is enough.
You may have reached a point where old wounds, anxiety, relationship difficulties, burnout, loss, or feeling stuck or depressed are significantly affecting your life. Whatever has brought you here, I offer a space where you'll be met with compassion, curiosity, equality, and without judgement. With over 20 years' clinical experience working with adults and children across a variety of settings, and training in multiple modalities, I work in a trauma-informed, humanistic, and relational way, tailoring therapy to your unique needs rather than expecting you to fit a particular model.
You may have reached a point where old wounds, anxiety, relationship difficulties, burnout, loss, or feeling stuck or depressed are significantly affecting your life. Whatever has brought you here, I offer a space where you'll be met with compassion, curiosity, equality, and without judgement. With over 20 years' clinical experience working with adults and children across a variety of settings, and training in multiple modalities, I work in a trauma-informed, humanistic, and relational way, tailoring therapy to your unique needs rather than expecting you to fit a particular model.
I’m a warm, inclusive and non-judgemental Psychotherapist with a deep specialism in Relationships, intimacy, and modern love. Trained in Anxiety, Trauma, Relationships, Neurodivergence - I work as a sex-positive, affirming therapist for individuals and couples no matter their gender, identity, sexuality or neurodivergence. I specialise in distress in relationships, especially those of the romantic kind. I help people build the connection to themselves and others.
Alongside clinical work, I bring over 15 years of experience in the dating and relationship industry - helping people move through the motions of modern love.
I’m a warm, inclusive and non-judgemental Psychotherapist with a deep specialism in Relationships, intimacy, and modern love. Trained in Anxiety, Trauma, Relationships, Neurodivergence - I work as a sex-positive, affirming therapist for individuals and couples no matter their gender, identity, sexuality or neurodivergence. I specialise in distress in relationships, especially those of the romantic kind. I help people build the connection to themselves and others.
Alongside clinical work, I bring over 15 years of experience in the dating and relationship industry - helping people move through the motions of modern love.
I am one of the few Psychodynamic counsellor's practicing in the area which means among other things I work with past relationships and how they impact an individuals current life. We all need emotional support from time to time, many of us find parts of our lives difficult and we can't always turn to family and friends. It can be helpful to talk to someone in confidence who is impartial and non-judgemental. Some of the issues people come to counselling for include feelings of loss, low mood or worry, others may be having difficulty coping with bereavement, separation and relationships at home and work.
I am one of the few Psychodynamic counsellor's practicing in the area which means among other things I work with past relationships and how they impact an individuals current life. We all need emotional support from time to time, many of us find parts of our lives difficult and we can't always turn to family and friends. It can be helpful to talk to someone in confidence who is impartial and non-judgemental. Some of the issues people come to counselling for include feelings of loss, low mood or worry, others may be having difficulty coping with bereavement, separation and relationships at home and work.
Have you been through something that has left you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted or simply not quite yourself? Perhaps you’re struggling with trauma, loss, stress or a difficult life change and don’t know how to move forward.
You don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a warm, confidential and practical space where you can feel heard understand what is happening and begin to find a way forward.
Have you been through something that has left you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted or simply not quite yourself? Perhaps you’re struggling with trauma, loss, stress or a difficult life change and don’t know how to move forward.
You don’t have to navigate it alone. I offer a warm, confidential and practical space where you can feel heard understand what is happening and begin to find a way forward.
I am Dr Liz Pennington, Consultant Clinical Psychologist. I work with adults and young people (13+) across a broad range of mental health difficulties including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, adjustment to life events and PTSD (including Complex PTSD). I spent over 15 years in the NHS working with severe and enduring mental health difficulties, as well as within a specialist trauma service.
I have a particular interest in therapeutic work with survivors of childhood trauma, sexual trauma, and intimate partner violence. I also work with young people who have experienced a traumatic start to life.
I am Dr Liz Pennington, Consultant Clinical Psychologist. I work with adults and young people (13+) across a broad range of mental health difficulties including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, adjustment to life events and PTSD (including Complex PTSD). I spent over 15 years in the NHS working with severe and enduring mental health difficulties, as well as within a specialist trauma service.
I have a particular interest in therapeutic work with survivors of childhood trauma, sexual trauma, and intimate partner violence. I also work with young people who have experienced a traumatic start to life.
Counselling is a very personal experience and is different for everyone. I offer a safe and confidential service, enabling you to start to explore difficulties without judgment or criticism. If you are feeling depressed, vulnerable, stressed or confused, counselling may be the right help for you. I will support you to develop an understanding of yourself, giving you the space and time to find your own solutions. As well as talking therapy I use therapeutic creativity. Mediums such as paints, sand-tray and clay, may help you put words to difficult feelings and emotions in a non-threatening way.
Counselling is a very personal experience and is different for everyone. I offer a safe and confidential service, enabling you to start to explore difficulties without judgment or criticism. If you are feeling depressed, vulnerable, stressed or confused, counselling may be the right help for you. I will support you to develop an understanding of yourself, giving you the space and time to find your own solutions. As well as talking therapy I use therapeutic creativity. Mediums such as paints, sand-tray and clay, may help you put words to difficult feelings and emotions in a non-threatening way.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether your therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with therapists of a specific gender. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
What are the advantages of seeing a female therapist?
Many people - not just women - prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. Women who see a female therapist may also feel freer to discuss challenges that are closely tied to gender, such as life transitions including motherhood or menopause. Some clients who instinctively feel more comfortable disclosing to women may find it easier to broach sensitive subjects with a female therapist. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Is therapy different for men and women?
Therapy can be different for men and women insofar as gender plays a role in the challenges an individual faces and the events in life an individual has experienced. Women often face different expectations from their families, friends, and society than men do. In some cases, women might feel most comfortable expressing themselves differently from how men do. Talking about one's feelings and emotions is a critical part of most therapies, and some women might find it comes more naturally when talking to a female therapist. Ultimately, though, therapeutic treatment should be tailored to the individual's specific needs.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I enquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK - even encouraged! - to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.