Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Counselling in Otley
Hello, and a warm welcome to my website. I am a very experienced Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor who specialises in Anxiety, Depression, Sexual Issues, Relationship Problems and work related stress. I am a highly qualified practioner offering Individual Psychotherapy, Counselling, Psychosexual Therapy and Couples Therapy in the Leeds and Bradford area. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Life success indicators show increased relational satisfaction as key to personal happiness and good therapy can improve this. I am proud to have over 20 years of being in practice.
Hello, and a warm welcome to my website. I am a very experienced Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor who specialises in Anxiety, Depression, Sexual Issues, Relationship Problems and work related stress. I am a highly qualified practioner offering Individual Psychotherapy, Counselling, Psychosexual Therapy and Couples Therapy in the Leeds and Bradford area. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Life success indicators show increased relational satisfaction as key to personal happiness and good therapy can improve this. I am proud to have over 20 years of being in practice.
I work with a range of presenting issues, including issues related to anxiety, depression, and trauma, but also have experience working with issues relating to relationships, bereavement, identity, self-criticality, burnout, neurodiversity/neurodivergence (assessed or self-identified), kink, bdsm and non-monogamy, and issues relating to working in the creative arts.
My approach is tailored to you; I use a variety of ways of helping people and will tailor the way we work together to suit you as an individual. I am relationally trained, and I may use person-centred, psychodynamic and CBT techniques as appropriate.
It is important that we work together creatively to find the best way to help you find a way forward.
I work with a range of presenting issues, including issues related to anxiety, depression, and trauma, but also have experience working with issues relating to relationships, bereavement, identity, self-criticality, burnout, neurodiversity/neurodivergence (assessed or self-identified), kink, bdsm and non-monogamy, and issues relating to working in the creative arts.
My approach is tailored to you; I use a variety of ways of helping people and will tailor the way we work together to suit you as an individual. I am relationally trained, and I may use person-centred, psychodynamic and CBT techniques as appropriate.
It is important that we work together creatively to find the best way to help you find a way forward.
You may look capable on the outside — the steady one others rely on — yet privately feel anxious, disconnected, or increasingly strained in your relationships. Often it isn’t just stress, but patterns in communication and attachment that quietly erode closeness over time. Many people begin therapy individually and realise their personal growth is closely linked to their relationships. I offer calm, thoughtful therapy for individuals and couples seeking clarity, depth and lasting change.
You may look capable on the outside — the steady one others rely on — yet privately feel anxious, disconnected, or increasingly strained in your relationships. Often it isn’t just stress, but patterns in communication and attachment that quietly erode closeness over time. Many people begin therapy individually and realise their personal growth is closely linked to their relationships. I offer calm, thoughtful therapy for individuals and couples seeking clarity, depth and lasting change.
I specialise in male and female sexual difficulties and in relationship issues and work with couples and individuals. Sexual issues may have a physiological and/or psychological cause and include: loss of intimacy and desire, mismatched libidos, orgasm difficulties, erectile dysfunction, premature and delayed ejaculation, vaginismus, sexual pain, menopause, sexual phobia and anxiety, lack of confidence and issues with porn use. Relationship issues include: infidelity, loss of trust, communication difficulties, lack of intimacy/connection, adjusting to change, conflict, stress and anxiety, separation and different attachment styles.
I specialise in male and female sexual difficulties and in relationship issues and work with couples and individuals. Sexual issues may have a physiological and/or psychological cause and include: loss of intimacy and desire, mismatched libidos, orgasm difficulties, erectile dysfunction, premature and delayed ejaculation, vaginismus, sexual pain, menopause, sexual phobia and anxiety, lack of confidence and issues with porn use. Relationship issues include: infidelity, loss of trust, communication difficulties, lack of intimacy/connection, adjusting to change, conflict, stress and anxiety, separation and different attachment styles.
My clients say they feel safe with me and that I have really helped them gain deeper self-knowledge and self-regard, and to feel better. I have an LGBT+ and neurodivergent - friendly, warm, nurturing style. I don't judge you, I want to hear you, and value you, and genuinely help. I'm trained in different therapeutic approaches, so I fit the approach to you, not to other way around. I'm best at being honest, safe, and alongside you as I help you to deeply understand yourself. From those foundations we build up a better psychological safety for you. We do therapy, and you work toward your goals with me, knowing I am on your team.
My clients say they feel safe with me and that I have really helped them gain deeper self-knowledge and self-regard, and to feel better. I have an LGBT+ and neurodivergent - friendly, warm, nurturing style. I don't judge you, I want to hear you, and value you, and genuinely help. I'm trained in different therapeutic approaches, so I fit the approach to you, not to other way around. I'm best at being honest, safe, and alongside you as I help you to deeply understand yourself. From those foundations we build up a better psychological safety for you. We do therapy, and you work toward your goals with me, knowing I am on your team.
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I am a therapist specialising in kink-aware and sex-positive support for individuals, couples, and those in open or polyamorous relationships.
My therapeutic philosophy is rooted in partnership. I provide a secure space for exploration, questioning, and rebuilding, while working with you to identify and clarify your values.
I am a therapist specialising in kink-aware and sex-positive support for individuals, couples, and those in open or polyamorous relationships.
My therapeutic philosophy is rooted in partnership. I provide a secure space for exploration, questioning, and rebuilding, while working with you to identify and clarify your values.
What I offer:
Trauma & Sexual Abuse
Men’s Mental Health
Anxiety & Depression
Anger & Emotional Regulation
LGBTQ+ Support & Kink-Aware Counselling
Relationships & Family Challenges
Self-Esteem & Confidence
Mindfulness & Coping Strategies
Youth & Knife Crime Support
Rehabilitation & Probation Support
I support people from all walks of life who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, trauma, or low self-esteem. Many seek a safe, non-judgemental space to talk, explore emotions, and find healthier ways forward. While my practice is open to everyone, I have a specialist focus on men’s mental health, offering a space where men can speak freely about pressures, identity, or past experiences. Together, we work towards greater clarity, resilience, and confidence in life.
What I offer:
Trauma & Sexual Abuse
Men’s Mental Health
Anxiety & Depression
Anger & Emotional Regulation
LGBTQ+ Support & Kink-Aware Counselling
Relationships & Family Challenges
Self-Esteem & Confidence
Mindfulness & Coping Strategies
Youth & Knife Crime Support
Rehabilitation & Probation Support
I support people from all walks of life who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, trauma, or low self-esteem. Many seek a safe, non-judgemental space to talk, explore emotions, and find healthier ways forward. While my practice is open to everyone, I have a specialist focus on men’s mental health, offering a space where men can speak freely about pressures, identity, or past experiences. Together, we work towards greater clarity, resilience, and confidence in life.
I am a Leeds based BACP accredited counsellor available for individual counselling with people over 18yrs. I offer discount rates for full-time students with valid I.D. Further discounts are available for counselling students requiring counselling sessions for qualification. As an accredited member of the BACP I work within their ethical framework. You maybe thinking of counselling because you are feeling confused or alone at the moment and are struggling to cope. During an initial meeting together we can look at what you feel is and isn't working in your life and where you would like to be by the end of our counselling sessions.
I am a Leeds based BACP accredited counsellor available for individual counselling with people over 18yrs. I offer discount rates for full-time students with valid I.D. Further discounts are available for counselling students requiring counselling sessions for qualification. As an accredited member of the BACP I work within their ethical framework. You maybe thinking of counselling because you are feeling confused or alone at the moment and are struggling to cope. During an initial meeting together we can look at what you feel is and isn't working in your life and where you would like to be by the end of our counselling sessions.
I am an experienced music psychotherapist, who has been privileged to work with children, young adults and older adults, with a range of diagnoses. During this time I am working remotely from home. Therefore, please get in touch if you would like online therapy sessions. Working through the NHS, various charities and independently with: self-esteem, childhood trauma, neurodiversity - such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, LGBTQIA+, self-harm, ADHD, cultural and identity concerns, anxiety and depression.
I am an experienced music psychotherapist, who has been privileged to work with children, young adults and older adults, with a range of diagnoses. During this time I am working remotely from home. Therefore, please get in touch if you would like online therapy sessions. Working through the NHS, various charities and independently with: self-esteem, childhood trauma, neurodiversity - such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, LGBTQIA+, self-harm, ADHD, cultural and identity concerns, anxiety and depression.
I am a therapist specializing in Relational Therapy.
You may find that you are currently feeling stuck or at a crossroads. That communication has broken down. It could be a specific issue you are seeking help with or it can involve deep emotional wounds from the past. Relational therapy has the potential to make a difference.
I am there as a therapist to facilitate a collaborative process. I provide a neutral space to talk things through in a deep and impactful way.
I am a therapist specializing in Relational Therapy.
You may find that you are currently feeling stuck or at a crossroads. That communication has broken down. It could be a specific issue you are seeking help with or it can involve deep emotional wounds from the past. Relational therapy has the potential to make a difference.
I am there as a therapist to facilitate a collaborative process. I provide a neutral space to talk things through in a deep and impactful way.
Hi, I’m Craig. I am an integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist, with experience of using Yoga for anxiety and depression, based in Manchester. I care about helping people navigate those sticky and uncomfortable moments in life. For most of my adult life, I’ve felt a pull towards the helping professions. This pull led me to the realms of counselling, psychotherapy and yoga. I’ve found the tools and skills from these realms transformative in my own development and growth, and in others. I take an integrative approach, bringing concepts, skills and techniques from the psychotherapeutic, yogic and spiritual spheres.
Hi, I’m Craig. I am an integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist, with experience of using Yoga for anxiety and depression, based in Manchester. I care about helping people navigate those sticky and uncomfortable moments in life. For most of my adult life, I’ve felt a pull towards the helping professions. This pull led me to the realms of counselling, psychotherapy and yoga. I’ve found the tools and skills from these realms transformative in my own development and growth, and in others. I take an integrative approach, bringing concepts, skills and techniques from the psychotherapeutic, yogic and spiritual spheres.
Hi, it can be hard to share your feelings, so I offer a relaxed approach to therapy in a welcoming private safe space and the option to work remotely by telephone or video call.
With the right support and guidance we can start to make your world more manageable through achieving your personal goals, problem solving, alleviation of stress, low mood and anxieties.
We can explore your life dynamics, past, present and future by using different therapy approaches to make long term changes, realisations and maintainable improvements.
Your first time or not, we will go along at your pace and for your duration.
Hi, it can be hard to share your feelings, so I offer a relaxed approach to therapy in a welcoming private safe space and the option to work remotely by telephone or video call.
With the right support and guidance we can start to make your world more manageable through achieving your personal goals, problem solving, alleviation of stress, low mood and anxieties.
We can explore your life dynamics, past, present and future by using different therapy approaches to make long term changes, realisations and maintainable improvements.
Your first time or not, we will go along at your pace and for your duration.
I have also had the privilege of supporting individuals and families dealing with addiction, trauma, and life transitions, including divorce and separation, parental alienation, and bereavement. My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing on a range of modalities such as cognitive-behavioural therapy, mindfulness practices, and person-centered techniques to foster healing and growth. I also specialize in ADHD screening, offering non-drug approaches to manage symptoms, as well as sleep coaching to promote better rest and overall well-being. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can grow!
I have also had the privilege of supporting individuals and families dealing with addiction, trauma, and life transitions, including divorce and separation, parental alienation, and bereavement. My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing on a range of modalities such as cognitive-behavioural therapy, mindfulness practices, and person-centered techniques to foster healing and growth. I also specialize in ADHD screening, offering non-drug approaches to manage symptoms, as well as sleep coaching to promote better rest and overall well-being. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can grow!
I am a genuine, caring, and insightful professional who creates a safe therapeutic space in which to foster self-awareness, mindfulness, personal growth, and transformation.
The decision to seek therapy is often not a simple one. Yet once made, it marks a meaningful commitment to care for yourself — a commitment that we can nurture together in our work. Over time, this process can help you meet your challenges with greater understanding, compassion, and ease.
I am now based in Phuket and currently work exclusively with UK-based clients online. This allows you to access consistent, high-quality support from the comfort and privacy
I am a genuine, caring, and insightful professional who creates a safe therapeutic space in which to foster self-awareness, mindfulness, personal growth, and transformation.
The decision to seek therapy is often not a simple one. Yet once made, it marks a meaningful commitment to care for yourself — a commitment that we can nurture together in our work. Over time, this process can help you meet your challenges with greater understanding, compassion, and ease.
I am now based in Phuket and currently work exclusively with UK-based clients online. This allows you to access consistent, high-quality support from the comfort and privacy
You might be feeling disconnected, depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed by past trauma? Seeking a safe, compassionate space to explore these feelings at your pace, where you’ll feel seen and heard without judgment? Want to find the root issue, inner peace, build resilience, and reconnect with yourself and the world? You might be struggling with the impact of a family member who has experienced hardship or even lost someone recently. Life can throw us a lot of hard curveballs, it can be so difficult to deal with them alone, but you don't have to, you are safe here.
You might be feeling disconnected, depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed by past trauma? Seeking a safe, compassionate space to explore these feelings at your pace, where you’ll feel seen and heard without judgment? Want to find the root issue, inner peace, build resilience, and reconnect with yourself and the world? You might be struggling with the impact of a family member who has experienced hardship or even lost someone recently. Life can throw us a lot of hard curveballs, it can be so difficult to deal with them alone, but you don't have to, you are safe here.
You do not have to face your problems alone, I am here to help. Through therapy with me you can gain a greater understanding of your difficulties and yourself, get new perspectives and work out ways to start living the life that you want to lead. As you are unique, I believe your therapy should be too, and I will tailor my approach to you. That means that your sessions can be a space for you to talk through your thoughts about your difficulties or work through your feelings at a pace that suits you.
You do not have to face your problems alone, I am here to help. Through therapy with me you can gain a greater understanding of your difficulties and yourself, get new perspectives and work out ways to start living the life that you want to lead. As you are unique, I believe your therapy should be too, and I will tailor my approach to you. That means that your sessions can be a space for you to talk through your thoughts about your difficulties or work through your feelings at a pace that suits you.
If you’ve been wondering whether ADHD might be part of your life, you’re not alone & we’re here to help you explore it. At the UK Practice, our neuroaffirmative approach to ADHD assessment & diagnosis means that we take time to understand how ADHD shows up in your life, whether it’s affecting your work, relationships, or personal sense of self. Once diagnosed, our comprehensive reports and feedback can guide post-diagnostic services, including gaining access to medical services. You’re not just left with a label but equipped with practical strategies and coping tools that empower you to thrive.
If you’ve been wondering whether ADHD might be part of your life, you’re not alone & we’re here to help you explore it. At the UK Practice, our neuroaffirmative approach to ADHD assessment & diagnosis means that we take time to understand how ADHD shows up in your life, whether it’s affecting your work, relationships, or personal sense of self. Once diagnosed, our comprehensive reports and feedback can guide post-diagnostic services, including gaining access to medical services. You’re not just left with a label but equipped with practical strategies and coping tools that empower you to thrive.
Hi! I'm Jack. I'm a trauma specialist and neurodivergent-focused therapist.
So you've taken a step on your mental health journey by clicking on my profile, how can I help with that journey?
If you are looking for a counsellor, you might feel that you’re struggling to express your emotions. I can offer a non-judgmental, confidential space for you to explore anything that is distressing you. Whether you are struggling to deal with difficulties from your past or you are overwhelmed by the present, I offer counselling sessions that are responsive to your needs. We will work together to support you and that means celebrating you.
Hi! I'm Jack. I'm a trauma specialist and neurodivergent-focused therapist.
So you've taken a step on your mental health journey by clicking on my profile, how can I help with that journey?
If you are looking for a counsellor, you might feel that you’re struggling to express your emotions. I can offer a non-judgmental, confidential space for you to explore anything that is distressing you. Whether you are struggling to deal with difficulties from your past or you are overwhelmed by the present, I offer counselling sessions that are responsive to your needs. We will work together to support you and that means celebrating you.
I offer a supportive space to explore and make sense of whatever you are struggling with. It may be an experience of being out of place or being out of step, and feelings of overwhelm, sadness and frustration - whatever brought you to therapy will be our starting point for working together - also if you cannot exactly put into words what has made you search for a therapist. I value the unique rhythm and pace of exploration of each individual and I am committed to creating a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and inclusive space.
I offer a supportive space to explore and make sense of whatever you are struggling with. It may be an experience of being out of place or being out of step, and feelings of overwhelm, sadness and frustration - whatever brought you to therapy will be our starting point for working together - also if you cannot exactly put into words what has made you search for a therapist. I value the unique rhythm and pace of exploration of each individual and I am committed to creating a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and inclusive space.
Feeling stuck? Low? I work with individuals around ADHD, relationship concerns, depression, anxiety, self-development, social anxiety, and more. In my structured yet warm approach, I equip you with the tools to recognise and challenge your issues, instead of just putting a plaster on the symptoms. While working to uncover, challenge and dissolve unhelpful cognitions, we will also identify suboptimal aspects of your present life that are changeable, and work together to strategise forward.
Feeling stuck? Low? I work with individuals around ADHD, relationship concerns, depression, anxiety, self-development, social anxiety, and more. In my structured yet warm approach, I equip you with the tools to recognise and challenge your issues, instead of just putting a plaster on the symptoms. While working to uncover, challenge and dissolve unhelpful cognitions, we will also identify suboptimal aspects of your present life that are changeable, and work together to strategise forward.
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Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Counsellors
Why might an individual want to see a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist?
A sex-positive or kinky individual may want to see a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist because the client may feel safer and more supported discussing their experiences and challenges. A therapist who identifies as kink-friendly will have experience with clients having diverse sexual preferences and will likely be nonjudgmental and supportive about issues brought to the table. It is important to note that sex-positive, kink-allied individuals may find equal success with therapists who do not have such specialised knowledge and background. The most important factor in the success of therapy is for the client and practitioner to form a strong, trusting bond.
Do therapists have special training to gain expertise in sex-positive, kink-allied treatment?
Generally, no. There are limited training programs and unofficial accreditations that therapists can pursue, but a therapist’s expertise will ultimately come from their previous experience with similar clients, their engagement with organisations that promote sex positivity or kink-allied lifestyles, and the importance they place on safety and cultural sensitivity.
How can individuals recognise a good sex-positive, kink-allied therapist?
An experienced therapist is able to help clients explore their sexual identity and expression and relieve any discomfort or stigma attached to discussing such matters and the client’s overall challenges. A therapist who is sex-positive and kink-allied is able to create an environment that honors a client’s experience and sexual preferences. To recognise a good therapist, clients can simply ask directly about topics and issues important to them and gauge their comfort level and connection with a clinician based on the responses.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist with a focus on sex positivity and alternative sexual lifestyles?
Some individuals may feel most comfortable knowing that the clinician they’re working with has a commitment to creating an atmosphere of sex positivity and has experience with relationship diversity and alternative relationship structures. Working with a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist may help clients respect their own challenges and improve identity-affirming treatment.