Autism Counselling in Ormskirk
Mental health struggles are on the rise, impacting young adults, individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD), and those affected by domestic abuse.
My services include:
• Supporting parents of young adults with ASD and social/learning challenges
• Helping young adults with ASD build resilience and manage behaviours
• Providing therapeutic tutoring for individuals facing barriers to mainstream education
• Offering specialized support for care leavers, foster carers, and teens in care, focusing on emotion
Mental health struggles are on the rise, impacting young adults, individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD), and those affected by domestic abuse.
My services include:
• Supporting parents of young adults with ASD and social/learning challenges
• Helping young adults with ASD build resilience and manage behaviours
• Providing therapeutic tutoring for individuals facing barriers to mainstream education
• Offering specialized support for care leavers, foster carers, and teens in care, focusing on emotion
I am a qualified Person Centred therapist supporting adults and young people over 18 who are experiencing difficulties with their mental health. I hold a psychology degree and specialise in neurodiversity and anxiety.
I work flexibly offering face to face, online, and telephone appointments, creating a confidential space for you to allow yourself to put your trust in me, so that I can support you to explore and work through issues that are impacting on your mental health.
I undertake counselling for two Women’s charities based in Merseyside and practice therapeutic work alongside my other work in teaching.
I am a qualified Person Centred therapist supporting adults and young people over 18 who are experiencing difficulties with their mental health. I hold a psychology degree and specialise in neurodiversity and anxiety.
I work flexibly offering face to face, online, and telephone appointments, creating a confidential space for you to allow yourself to put your trust in me, so that I can support you to explore and work through issues that are impacting on your mental health.
I undertake counselling for two Women’s charities based in Merseyside and practice therapeutic work alongside my other work in teaching.
Life can feel overwhelming, leaving you exhausted by external pressures and disconnected from yourself. I offer a calm, consistent, and non-judgmental space to slow down and be heard. Whether you are navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, or a general sense of being lost, I provide a safe environment where you can explore whatever is most present for you. My approach is grounded in empathy and authenticity, respecting that you are the only person who truly knows what it is like to be you. Together, we can process hidden experiences and integrate past conflicts into a more whole sense of self.
Life can feel overwhelming, leaving you exhausted by external pressures and disconnected from yourself. I offer a calm, consistent, and non-judgmental space to slow down and be heard. Whether you are navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, or a general sense of being lost, I provide a safe environment where you can explore whatever is most present for you. My approach is grounded in empathy and authenticity, respecting that you are the only person who truly knows what it is like to be you. Together, we can process hidden experiences and integrate past conflicts into a more whole sense of self.
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions? I aim to provide a safe space, and my full presence to listen to you. I am a Person-Centred/Experiential Counsellor with a 1st Class BA (Hons) Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, working in an emotion-focused way. I am passionate about counselling. I offer a warm, empathic, non-judgemental space, which will hopefully enable you to share whatever you wish, to help to empower you to make positive change in your life. specialisms:Bereavement, Neurodiversity, Anxiety, Self-harm, Depression,Children in care/ safeguarding/Child Protection,victims of the Manchester terrorist attack.
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions? I aim to provide a safe space, and my full presence to listen to you. I am a Person-Centred/Experiential Counsellor with a 1st Class BA (Hons) Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, working in an emotion-focused way. I am passionate about counselling. I offer a warm, empathic, non-judgemental space, which will hopefully enable you to share whatever you wish, to help to empower you to make positive change in your life. specialisms:Bereavement, Neurodiversity, Anxiety, Self-harm, Depression,Children in care/ safeguarding/Child Protection,victims of the Manchester terrorist attack.
Relationship Counselling 'All Couples' welcome. Face2Face or On-line...Diane Feeney Elements in Counselling. Click below or the right 'view' or 'my website' Mobile: 07494120291.
Relationship Counselling 'All Couples' welcome. Face2Face or On-line...Diane Feeney Elements in Counselling. Click below or the right 'view' or 'my website' Mobile: 07494120291.
We may feel overburdened, trapped, or cut off from ourselves at times. You don't have to do it alone if you're dealing with anxiety, depression, sadness, a lack of direction, or changes that have left you feeling unclear about the future. It might be intimidating to start counselling, but it can also be the start of significant change. I offer a secure, encouraging, and warm environment where you can freely explore your ideas and emotions, at your own pace, feel truly heard, and discover a path ahead that suits you. I work within a person-centered approach that views each individual as the expert on their own experience.
We may feel overburdened, trapped, or cut off from ourselves at times. You don't have to do it alone if you're dealing with anxiety, depression, sadness, a lack of direction, or changes that have left you feeling unclear about the future. It might be intimidating to start counselling, but it can also be the start of significant change. I offer a secure, encouraging, and warm environment where you can freely explore your ideas and emotions, at your own pace, feel truly heard, and discover a path ahead that suits you. I work within a person-centered approach that views each individual as the expert on their own experience.
I have over nineteen years of experience working with children, young people and adults. I offer in‑person sessions from my therapeutic space in the North West, as well as online or telephone appointments for flexible access. Whilst the person‑centred approach underpins all my work, I am also a qualified CBT therapist. I began my career supporting children as a primary school teacher and now work with them therapeutically. Alongside my client work, I am a clinical supervisor and college lecturer, helping trainee counsellors achieve their first professional qualification.
I have over nineteen years of experience working with children, young people and adults. I offer in‑person sessions from my therapeutic space in the North West, as well as online or telephone appointments for flexible access. Whilst the person‑centred approach underpins all my work, I am also a qualified CBT therapist. I began my career supporting children as a primary school teacher and now work with them therapeutically. Alongside my client work, I am a clinical supervisor and college lecturer, helping trainee counsellors achieve their first professional qualification.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling to navigate life's challenges alone?
Do you want to manage your stress, feel happier, and be more confident within yourself?
I will listen to you without any judgment, help you understand where your difficulties may be coming from. Whether it's managing anxiety, overcoming past traumas, or enhancing self-esteem, my goal is to provide a safe space for exploration and healing. Let's work together to uncover your strengths, cultivate resilience, and empower you to live a more fulfilling life.
Reach out today and take the first step towards your journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling to navigate life's challenges alone?
Do you want to manage your stress, feel happier, and be more confident within yourself?
I will listen to you without any judgment, help you understand where your difficulties may be coming from. Whether it's managing anxiety, overcoming past traumas, or enhancing self-esteem, my goal is to provide a safe space for exploration and healing. Let's work together to uncover your strengths, cultivate resilience, and empower you to live a more fulfilling life.
Reach out today and take the first step towards your journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
Ex military, now multi skilled therapist. The military provided me with valuable insights and experiences. Vast exposure, witnessing various traumas and mental health impacts highlighted the importance of mental health suport and the benefit of it to others. Having supported others for years through issues such as suicide, abuse, sexual vilence, domestic violence, depression, anxiety, selfharm, neglect, relational conflict, PTSD and the impacts of bereavement I wanted to continue similar support throughy therapy.
Ex military, now multi skilled therapist. The military provided me with valuable insights and experiences. Vast exposure, witnessing various traumas and mental health impacts highlighted the importance of mental health suport and the benefit of it to others. Having supported others for years through issues such as suicide, abuse, sexual vilence, domestic violence, depression, anxiety, selfharm, neglect, relational conflict, PTSD and the impacts of bereavement I wanted to continue similar support throughy therapy.
Being able to connect and have meaningful engagement is an important part of our lives. We can often find times through life that we struggle to make sense of who we are, and how we fit in. We may face challenges whilst navigating events in our lives we did not expect or anticipate. Therapy can assist you to be more robust and adaptive to changes whilst being more accepting of yourself.
I'm Sarah a psychotherapist with 15 year's experience working with adolescent, adults, and couples. I am skilled working with presentations of generalised anxiety disorder, social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, panic, health anxiety and phobias.
Being able to connect and have meaningful engagement is an important part of our lives. We can often find times through life that we struggle to make sense of who we are, and how we fit in. We may face challenges whilst navigating events in our lives we did not expect or anticipate. Therapy can assist you to be more robust and adaptive to changes whilst being more accepting of yourself.
I'm Sarah a psychotherapist with 15 year's experience working with adolescent, adults, and couples. I am skilled working with presentations of generalised anxiety disorder, social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, panic, health anxiety and phobias.
Hi there. Thank you for looking at my profile. I specialise in working with adults who are struggling to accept and come to terms with potentially life-changing neurological conditions such as stroke (including aphasia), TIAs, Parkinson’s, epilepsy, and those who are neurodiverse. I am also a qualified clinical hypnotherapist, and hypnotherapy can be offered either as a standalone approach or integrated into counselling sessions where appropriate and with your consent. It can be difficult to talk to those close to us for a variety of reasons, but sometimes we simply need to be heard without judgement or fear of hurting our loved one
Hi there. Thank you for looking at my profile. I specialise in working with adults who are struggling to accept and come to terms with potentially life-changing neurological conditions such as stroke (including aphasia), TIAs, Parkinson’s, epilepsy, and those who are neurodiverse. I am also a qualified clinical hypnotherapist, and hypnotherapy can be offered either as a standalone approach or integrated into counselling sessions where appropriate and with your consent. It can be difficult to talk to those close to us for a variety of reasons, but sometimes we simply need to be heard without judgement or fear of hurting our loved one
I am an experienced accredited therapist, supervisor and clinical lead (NHS); qualified to work therapeutically with children, adults and couples. I have a real interest in working with family relationships. Growing up can sometimes feel as if it needs to be navigated rather than enjoyed, both for the child/young person and for the parents. I truly appreciate the struggles (and joys) of life with children and the stresses it can place on family relationships.
I work in a neuroaffirming and trauma focussed way and strive to include the differences that arrive in the therapy room. I want my clients to come as they are.
I am an experienced accredited therapist, supervisor and clinical lead (NHS); qualified to work therapeutically with children, adults and couples. I have a real interest in working with family relationships. Growing up can sometimes feel as if it needs to be navigated rather than enjoyed, both for the child/young person and for the parents. I truly appreciate the struggles (and joys) of life with children and the stresses it can place on family relationships.
I work in a neuroaffirming and trauma focussed way and strive to include the differences that arrive in the therapy room. I want my clients to come as they are.
If you’ve landed here, chances are you’re tired. And not just the “really need a nap” kind of tired, but the deep, soul-level exhaustion that comes from trying to hold everything together for too long.
Maybe you’re living with chronic illness, trauma, or the quieter kind of pain that’s harder to name but just as heavy to carry.
Maybe you’ve spent years being “the strong one” for everyone else and now there’s nothing left in the tank for you.
Whatever shape your story takes, you deserve a place to finally tell it and gently set down the weight you’ve been carrying, even if it's just for a little while.
If you’ve landed here, chances are you’re tired. And not just the “really need a nap” kind of tired, but the deep, soul-level exhaustion that comes from trying to hold everything together for too long.
Maybe you’re living with chronic illness, trauma, or the quieter kind of pain that’s harder to name but just as heavy to carry.
Maybe you’ve spent years being “the strong one” for everyone else and now there’s nothing left in the tank for you.
Whatever shape your story takes, you deserve a place to finally tell it and gently set down the weight you’ve been carrying, even if it's just for a little while.
Hi, my name is Alison Bamforth-Jenkins, and I am an Integrative psychotherapist trained to work with children, adults, couples and families.
Our brain is at the heart of how we express ourselves and how we experience the world. But sometimes it's difficult to switch off or it can feel a little stuck...whether that's through trauma, anxiety, addiction, or relationship difficulties. I'm here to support you - or your child - in finding a positive way to move past the challenges you are facing.
For children who may not yet have the words to express how they feel, I also offer play-based or art-based therapy.
Hi, my name is Alison Bamforth-Jenkins, and I am an Integrative psychotherapist trained to work with children, adults, couples and families.
Our brain is at the heart of how we express ourselves and how we experience the world. But sometimes it's difficult to switch off or it can feel a little stuck...whether that's through trauma, anxiety, addiction, or relationship difficulties. I'm here to support you - or your child - in finding a positive way to move past the challenges you are facing.
For children who may not yet have the words to express how they feel, I also offer play-based or art-based therapy.
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My experience working with neurodivergent clients, along with my own lived experience, means that I understand the importance of creating a space where all ways of being, thinking and experiencing are supported.
I offer a neuroaffirming therapy space where you can bring your whole self without fear of judgement. Every therapy journey is different, because every person is different. We can work together to shape our sessions in a way that feels right for you.
I understand that, if you've masked for a long time, it can sometimes feel difficult to untangle who you are from that mask. In our sessions, you can openly reflect on your thoughts, feelings and experiences in a space free from external pressures and at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
My experience working with neurodivergent clients, along with my own lived experience, means that I understand the importance of creating a space where all ways of being, thinking and experiencing are supported.
I offer a neuroaffirming therapy space where you can bring your whole self without fear of judgement. Every therapy journey is different, because every person is different. We can work together to shape our sessions in a way that feels right for you.
I understand that, if you've masked for a long time, it can sometimes feel difficult to untangle who you are from that mask. In our sessions, you can openly reflect on your thoughts, feelings and experiences in a space free from external pressures and at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
Being neurodivergent myself, I've been drawn to work with autism, ADHD and other neurotypes, as well as the gender, sexuality, kink, and relationship diversity (polyamory/non-monogamy) community, including sex workers.
I believe that every person has the inner wisdom and potential to create a fulfilling life for themselves. However, at some point, most of us will find that we need external perspective and a space to explore issues that might make us feel stuck or hopeless.
To me, counselling is a collaborative and creative relational process, and my role within it is to help people find their own personal power and joy, no matter their circumstances.
I'm an energetic practitioner who will laugh and get excited with you, but also respect your rhythm and create space for grief, pain and stuckness, for as long as it's needed.
Being neurodivergent myself, I've been drawn to work with autism, ADHD and other neurotypes, as well as the gender, sexuality, kink, and relationship diversity (polyamory/non-monogamy) community, including sex workers.
I believe that every person has the inner wisdom and potential to create a fulfilling life for themselves. However, at some point, most of us will find that we need external perspective and a space to explore issues that might make us feel stuck or hopeless.
To me, counselling is a collaborative and creative relational process, and my role within it is to help people find their own personal power and joy, no matter their circumstances.
I'm an energetic practitioner who will laugh and get excited with you, but also respect your rhythm and create space for grief, pain and stuckness, for as long as it's needed.
I work mainly with autistic and ADHD adults and couples, as well as people who have been through trauma or abuse.
I am fairly laid back and straightforward. I listen, ask questions and help you make sense of what is going on. I can challenge you when useful, but I am not here to judge. We work together at your pace and find ways forward that fit you.
I work mainly with autistic and ADHD adults and couples, as well as people who have been through trauma or abuse.
I am fairly laid back and straightforward. I listen, ask questions and help you make sense of what is going on. I can challenge you when useful, but I am not here to judge. We work together at your pace and find ways forward that fit you.
You might also be questioning whether you are autistic and looking for clarity, understanding, or validation after years of feeling different or misunderstood.
I work with adults experiencing a range of emotional difficulties and offer neuroaffirming autism assessments for adults. With over 10 years’ NHS experience, I provide compassionate online therapy and comprehensive autism assessments. My therapeutic work draws on Acceptance & Commitment Therapy and EMDR and is always tailored to your needs, goals and pace.
You might also be questioning whether you are autistic and looking for clarity, understanding, or validation after years of feeling different or misunderstood.
I work with adults experiencing a range of emotional difficulties and offer neuroaffirming autism assessments for adults. With over 10 years’ NHS experience, I provide compassionate online therapy and comprehensive autism assessments. My therapeutic work draws on Acceptance & Commitment Therapy and EMDR and is always tailored to your needs, goals and pace.
I’ve worked with people with dementia, learning disabilities or autism for 40 years.
As a joint-qualified counsellor and social worker, I have many years’ experience of people in crisis. Sometimes we know the cause and don’t know what to do about it. Sometimes we just don’t know what’s up with us.
It’s okay to recognise that we are feeling overwhelmed and need help; it’s okay to realise that we are stuck in a pattern of behaviour that we know is doing us no good; it’s okay to recognise that there’s something in our life that we want to change. And it’s okay to just feel different and not know what’s wrong.
As a Person-Centred therapist, my job is to work with people to create a space from which change is possible.
I’ve worked with people with dementia, learning disabilities or autism for 40 years.
As a joint-qualified counsellor and social worker, I have many years’ experience of people in crisis. Sometimes we know the cause and don’t know what to do about it. Sometimes we just don’t know what’s up with us.
It’s okay to recognise that we are feeling overwhelmed and need help; it’s okay to realise that we are stuck in a pattern of behaviour that we know is doing us no good; it’s okay to recognise that there’s something in our life that we want to change. And it’s okay to just feel different and not know what’s wrong.
As a Person-Centred therapist, my job is to work with people to create a space from which change is possible.
Hi, my name is Sal. I work with people with a wide range of issues. Many people come to therapy because they are having a difficult time and want someone to listen to them, others want help in finding reasons why they are feeling this way. Sometimes people have more complex issues and need someone skilled and experienced to help them manage and work through them.
Hi, my name is Sal. I work with people with a wide range of issues. Many people come to therapy because they are having a difficult time and want someone to listen to them, others want help in finding reasons why they are feeling this way. Sometimes people have more complex issues and need someone skilled and experienced to help them manage and work through them.
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Autism Counsellors
What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.