Psychodynamic Counselling in Oldbury
You may be navigating the impact of baby loss, a traumatic birth, a neonatal journey, pregnancy after loss, or another experience that has left you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or changed in ways that are difficult to explain.
Many of the people I work with describe feeling as though their sense of safety, trust, confidence, or identity has been shaken. My aim is to provide a compassionate space to make sense of what has happened, understand your responses, and find a way forward that honours your experience.
You may be navigating the impact of baby loss, a traumatic birth, a neonatal journey, pregnancy after loss, or another experience that has left you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or changed in ways that are difficult to explain.
Many of the people I work with describe feeling as though their sense of safety, trust, confidence, or identity has been shaken. My aim is to provide a compassionate space to make sense of what has happened, understand your responses, and find a way forward that honours your experience.
I work in a psychodynamic way to help people with a wide range of difficulties understand themselves better and make long-lasting changes
I am an Oxford University trained psychotherapeutic counsellor. I offer a safe space for you to explore your difficulties in depth and work towards lasting change. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, self esteem or family issues, feel stuck or have something you want to make sense of. Perhaps you've tried counselling before and now want to explore your issues more deeply. I will listen and work collaboratively with you to help you reach a better understanding of yourself and what may be getting in the way of you making changes - so that you can live a fuller life on your own terms.
I work in a psychodynamic way to help people with a wide range of difficulties understand themselves better and make long-lasting changes
I am an Oxford University trained psychotherapeutic counsellor. I offer a safe space for you to explore your difficulties in depth and work towards lasting change. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, self esteem or family issues, feel stuck or have something you want to make sense of. Perhaps you've tried counselling before and now want to explore your issues more deeply. I will listen and work collaboratively with you to help you reach a better understanding of yourself and what may be getting in the way of you making changes - so that you can live a fuller life on your own terms.
Ever feel like your mind won’t stop racing, the tight chest, shallow breathing, that awful sense of doom? Or like you want to pull away from someone you care about but also wish you could get closer, even though their absence feels like rejection? It can feel exhausting, overwhelming and impossible, but with the right help and guidance you can live a life without these constraints.
I specialise in supporting people navigating anxiety and difficulties in interpersonal relationships. With anxiety, we explore its purpose and then begin to change how you relate to it, so we get our power back.
Ever feel like your mind won’t stop racing, the tight chest, shallow breathing, that awful sense of doom? Or like you want to pull away from someone you care about but also wish you could get closer, even though their absence feels like rejection? It can feel exhausting, overwhelming and impossible, but with the right help and guidance you can live a life without these constraints.
I specialise in supporting people navigating anxiety and difficulties in interpersonal relationships. With anxiety, we explore its purpose and then begin to change how you relate to it, so we get our power back.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially when you’ve spent a long time holding everything together on your own. You’ve done your best to manage, but it’s becoming harder to keep going.
You’re here because you want things to feel different: calmer, clearer, and more in your control. You don’t need to have all the answers before you start; you just need a safe, structured space to make sense of what’s happening and take steady steps forward.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially when you’ve spent a long time holding everything together on your own. You’ve done your best to manage, but it’s becoming harder to keep going.
You’re here because you want things to feel different: calmer, clearer, and more in your control. You don’t need to have all the answers before you start; you just need a safe, structured space to make sense of what’s happening and take steady steps forward.
Elizabeth is an advanced accredited Psychotherapist, accredited Master Hypnotherapist and is a senior associate member of the Royal Society of Medicine. She specialises in abuse, trauma, identity disorders, disassociated amnesia, anxiety, stress, phobias, depression and suicidal thoughts.. Elizabeth has a keen interest in the relationship between Neuroscience and Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy and our self belief systems and perceptions. She firmly believes that the advantages of counselling and psychotherapy give us a clear insight to the true essence of ourselves, unhindered by the fast pace of the modern environment.
Elizabeth is an advanced accredited Psychotherapist, accredited Master Hypnotherapist and is a senior associate member of the Royal Society of Medicine. She specialises in abuse, trauma, identity disorders, disassociated amnesia, anxiety, stress, phobias, depression and suicidal thoughts.. Elizabeth has a keen interest in the relationship between Neuroscience and Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy and our self belief systems and perceptions. She firmly believes that the advantages of counselling and psychotherapy give us a clear insight to the true essence of ourselves, unhindered by the fast pace of the modern environment.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Psychological Society (BPS). Since qualifying, I have specialised in providing psychological therapy to adults with a range of emotional, behavioural or relational difficulties. I have recently completed extensive training in Experiential Dynamic Therapy. Through developing a safe place to explore and play within therapy, I have seen how making space for feelings can help people to lead enriching, fulfilled lives in which they can fully seek and follow their needs, desires and motivations.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Psychological Society (BPS). Since qualifying, I have specialised in providing psychological therapy to adults with a range of emotional, behavioural or relational difficulties. I have recently completed extensive training in Experiential Dynamic Therapy. Through developing a safe place to explore and play within therapy, I have seen how making space for feelings can help people to lead enriching, fulfilled lives in which they can fully seek and follow their needs, desires and motivations.
I use a blend of person-centered, psychodynamic, and Gestalt approaches to meet you where you are.
Feeling burnt out, like you're not 'enough', experiencing harsh inner critical voice and disconnection? I’m Hayley, a qualified Integrative Counsellor. I'm a warm, compassionate, and down to earth person who can sit alongside you through difficulties, offering a safe and supportive space where you can begin to explore what’s troubling you, at your own pace. Within our sessions, it is an opportunity for you to explore the issues you are facing; to feel heard, seen and understood without fear of criticism. Together, we can strengthen your self-belief, helping you feel empowered and confident in the choices that support your growth.
I use a blend of person-centered, psychodynamic, and Gestalt approaches to meet you where you are.
Feeling burnt out, like you're not 'enough', experiencing harsh inner critical voice and disconnection? I’m Hayley, a qualified Integrative Counsellor. I'm a warm, compassionate, and down to earth person who can sit alongside you through difficulties, offering a safe and supportive space where you can begin to explore what’s troubling you, at your own pace. Within our sessions, it is an opportunity for you to explore the issues you are facing; to feel heard, seen and understood without fear of criticism. Together, we can strengthen your self-belief, helping you feel empowered and confident in the choices that support your growth.
I use psychodynamic approaches to explore how the past affects current relationships, and cognitive strategies to develop new ways of thinking and responding to situations.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed, counselling can bring about positive change by working together to understand patterns that are keeping you stuck, and developing strategies to cope with current challenges.
I work with issues including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationships, trauma, issues at college and work, stress and burnout, neurodiversity, grief and anger.
I am passionate about inclusion and I am neurodivergence and LGBTQIA+ affirming in my practice. I offer weekly, fortnightly and term-time only appointments.
I use psychodynamic approaches to explore how the past affects current relationships, and cognitive strategies to develop new ways of thinking and responding to situations.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed, counselling can bring about positive change by working together to understand patterns that are keeping you stuck, and developing strategies to cope with current challenges.
I work with issues including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationships, trauma, issues at college and work, stress and burnout, neurodiversity, grief and anger.
I am passionate about inclusion and I am neurodivergence and LGBTQIA+ affirming in my practice. I offer weekly, fortnightly and term-time only appointments.
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My ideal client may seem to cope on the outside but feel anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure inside. I’m especially passionate about supporting young people navigating identity, self-esteem, relationships, and life pressures. I also work with adults who feel stuck in patterns or disconnected from themselves. As an integrative therapist with a person-centred foundation, I tailor therapy to you while keeping our relationship at the heart of the work. I’m relaxed and down-to-earth — I can laugh with you when things feel light and sit beside you when they feel heavy.
My ideal client may seem to cope on the outside but feel anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure inside. I’m especially passionate about supporting young people navigating identity, self-esteem, relationships, and life pressures. I also work with adults who feel stuck in patterns or disconnected from themselves. As an integrative therapist with a person-centred foundation, I tailor therapy to you while keeping our relationship at the heart of the work. I’m relaxed and down-to-earth — I can laugh with you when things feel light and sit beside you when they feel heavy.
Your well-being and resilience are my priority. I’m happy to guide you through all of life’s challenges with the attention and care you deserve.
Your well-being and resilience are my priority. I’m happy to guide you through all of life’s challenges with the attention and care you deserve.
I am an integrative psychotherapist trained in a varied range of theories including Person Centred Therapy, Transactional Analysis, Gestalt, CBT, Psychoanalytic & Psychodynamic.
As an Advanced Psychotherapist with experience of sensitive, complex and high intensity journeys with clients, I am approachable, trustworthy, reliable and non judgemental. My passion as a Therapist is to support any client through their emotional challenges and experiences. Through respect, understanding, compassion, empathy and acceptance of who we are.
I am an integrative psychotherapist trained in a varied range of theories including Person Centred Therapy, Transactional Analysis, Gestalt, CBT, Psychoanalytic & Psychodynamic.
As an Advanced Psychotherapist with experience of sensitive, complex and high intensity journeys with clients, I am approachable, trustworthy, reliable and non judgemental. My passion as a Therapist is to support any client through their emotional challenges and experiences. Through respect, understanding, compassion, empathy and acceptance of who we are.
I believe we are all susceptible, at some point in our lives, to feeling overwhelmed by what life can bring. Sometimes we encounter experiences that are hard for us to come to terms with leaving us in need of support, this may be in the form of a bereavement, a relationship breakdown, a job loss; any event that we struggle to comprehend and understand. Other times a series of events may have taken place that leave us feeling like we are walking under a big black cloud and fail to see a way forward. At times like this counselling can help.
I believe we are all susceptible, at some point in our lives, to feeling overwhelmed by what life can bring. Sometimes we encounter experiences that are hard for us to come to terms with leaving us in need of support, this may be in the form of a bereavement, a relationship breakdown, a job loss; any event that we struggle to comprehend and understand. Other times a series of events may have taken place that leave us feeling like we are walking under a big black cloud and fail to see a way forward. At times like this counselling can help.
As an integrative counsellor I take a flexible approach to your therapy needs; be they goal-led, strategic, meditative, creative - or all of these. I work one-to-one and with small groups - at your home, work or social setting - and by telephone.
As an integrative counsellor I take a flexible approach to your therapy needs; be they goal-led, strategic, meditative, creative - or all of these. I work one-to-one and with small groups - at your home, work or social setting - and by telephone.
Sometimes, we come into therapy feeling like we 'should' be coping better, or unsure of how to take the next step. Maybe you're adjusting to a big life change or feeling disconnected from the people around you. I work with a diverse range of individuals, drawing on over 10 years of experience supporting adults and university students. Over the past five years, I’ve supported women through the emotional adjustments of parenthood, including navigating mental health challenges and coping with traumatic births. Therapy is a space to explore your feelings, make sense of your experience, and move forward at your own pace.
Sometimes, we come into therapy feeling like we 'should' be coping better, or unsure of how to take the next step. Maybe you're adjusting to a big life change or feeling disconnected from the people around you. I work with a diverse range of individuals, drawing on over 10 years of experience supporting adults and university students. Over the past five years, I’ve supported women through the emotional adjustments of parenthood, including navigating mental health challenges and coping with traumatic births. Therapy is a space to explore your feelings, make sense of your experience, and move forward at your own pace.
I’m a trauma-informed integrative therapist working with teens and adults (16+). I offer a safe, compassionate space to explore grief, trauma, identity, and life transitions. My approach is holistic and person-centred, blending evidence-based modalities with cultural and spiritual awareness when invited. Whether you feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself and build emotional resilience—at your pace, in your way.
I’m a trauma-informed integrative therapist working with teens and adults (16+). I offer a safe, compassionate space to explore grief, trauma, identity, and life transitions. My approach is holistic and person-centred, blending evidence-based modalities with cultural and spiritual awareness when invited. Whether you feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself and build emotional resilience—at your pace, in your way.
I draw from an extensive range: CBT, DBT, Mindfulness-Based therapies, Psychodynamic therapy, Compassion focused therapies, Transactional Analysis, Gestalt, and a range of Psych-Educational tools.
Navigating a world built for neurotypical minds can be relentless. If you're neurodivergent (or wondering whether you might be), you may have spent years adapting, masking, and pushing through, often without support that truly fits.
I'm a neurodivergent therapist who specialises in working with ADHD, autism, and other forms of neurodivergence. I don't offer formulaic approaches. Instead, we work collaboratively to find what actually helps you, drawing on a range of therapeutic methods tailored to how you think, feel, and process the world.
I also work with a wide range of other difficulties, always meeting you as you are.
I draw from an extensive range: CBT, DBT, Mindfulness-Based therapies, Psychodynamic therapy, Compassion focused therapies, Transactional Analysis, Gestalt, and a range of Psych-Educational tools.
Navigating a world built for neurotypical minds can be relentless. If you're neurodivergent (or wondering whether you might be), you may have spent years adapting, masking, and pushing through, often without support that truly fits.
I'm a neurodivergent therapist who specialises in working with ADHD, autism, and other forms of neurodivergence. I don't offer formulaic approaches. Instead, we work collaboratively to find what actually helps you, drawing on a range of therapeutic methods tailored to how you think, feel, and process the world.
I also work with a wide range of other difficulties, always meeting you as you are.
I am an art psychotherapist with additional trainings in relational trauma therapy and applied Buddhist psychology. I am also a qualified clinical supervisor and a Trauma Sensitive Yoga facilitator (TCTSY-F). As a therapist with two decades of experience I have worked with children and adults, within family services, hospices, acute mental health and inpatient services, in children's centres and in private practice. I have also as, a socially engaged Buddhist practitioner, worked on overseas projects including in Delhi, Assam and Nepal and in Europe.
I am an art psychotherapist with additional trainings in relational trauma therapy and applied Buddhist psychology. I am also a qualified clinical supervisor and a Trauma Sensitive Yoga facilitator (TCTSY-F). As a therapist with two decades of experience I have worked with children and adults, within family services, hospices, acute mental health and inpatient services, in children's centres and in private practice. I have also as, a socially engaged Buddhist practitioner, worked on overseas projects including in Delhi, Assam and Nepal and in Europe.
I use an integrative approach, drawing from psychodynamic, relational, and developmental therapy.
You may be seeking support for anxiety, low mood, overwhelming emotions, or difficulties in relationships. Perhaps you feel stuck in repeating patterns, struggle with self-confidence, or carry the impact of past experiences. Psychotherapy offers a safe space to explore thoughts and feelings, helping you gain self-understanding and develop healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.
I use an integrative approach, drawing from psychodynamic, relational, and developmental therapy.
You may be seeking support for anxiety, low mood, overwhelming emotions, or difficulties in relationships. Perhaps you feel stuck in repeating patterns, struggle with self-confidence, or carry the impact of past experiences. Psychotherapy offers a safe space to explore thoughts and feelings, helping you gain self-understanding and develop healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.
Hi, I'm Daniel & I'm here to help. I am a qualified, accredited therapist working with adults, couples & teens. I know asking for help can be nerve wracking, but I carefully & empathically work with you using the most suitable counselling methods to help you to find a happier life, using Psychotherapy, CBT or a blend of techniques - whichever works best for you! I support adults, couples & teens facing anxiety, stress, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, self harm, suicidal thoughts, sexuality concerns, grief/loss & addiction as well as many other issues. I've lived a life, so I understand what others have to face.
Hi, I'm Daniel & I'm here to help. I am a qualified, accredited therapist working with adults, couples & teens. I know asking for help can be nerve wracking, but I carefully & empathically work with you using the most suitable counselling methods to help you to find a happier life, using Psychotherapy, CBT or a blend of techniques - whichever works best for you! I support adults, couples & teens facing anxiety, stress, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, self harm, suicidal thoughts, sexuality concerns, grief/loss & addiction as well as many other issues. I've lived a life, so I understand what others have to face.
Lovely to meet you its Claire. Do you experience anxiety, panic or overwhelm? Do you often feel low and depressed? Do you experience panic attacks? Or are you experiencing insomnia or sleep difficulties? We all go through difficult periods in our life and it can be easy to get stuck in cycles of anxiety and depression. I will work with you to break these negative cycles helping you to overcome the anxiety which is holding you back. I am a experienced and skilled Counsellor and Hypnotherapist, working with you towards creating the life you deserve, a life that is rich and vibrant, where anxiety no longer holds you back.
Lovely to meet you its Claire. Do you experience anxiety, panic or overwhelm? Do you often feel low and depressed? Do you experience panic attacks? Or are you experiencing insomnia or sleep difficulties? We all go through difficult periods in our life and it can be easy to get stuck in cycles of anxiety and depression. I will work with you to break these negative cycles helping you to overcome the anxiety which is holding you back. I am a experienced and skilled Counsellor and Hypnotherapist, working with you towards creating the life you deserve, a life that is rich and vibrant, where anxiety no longer holds you back.
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Psychodynamic Counsellors
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.