Transgender Counselling in Preston
Many of the people who come to therapy are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that are difficult to shift alone. Some are navigating the impact of past experiences, while others are struggling in relationships, managing stress, or facing significant life changes. Often, they are thoughtful people who have been coping for a long time but are ready to understand themselves more deeply. In therapy, we take time to make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface, helping clients gain insight, develop healthier ways of responding to challenges, & move towards a life that feels more balanced and manageable.
Many of the people who come to therapy are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in patterns that are difficult to shift alone. Some are navigating the impact of past experiences, while others are struggling in relationships, managing stress, or facing significant life changes. Often, they are thoughtful people who have been coping for a long time but are ready to understand themselves more deeply. In therapy, we take time to make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface, helping clients gain insight, develop healthier ways of responding to challenges, & move towards a life that feels more balanced and manageable.
Well done on taking the most difficult decision to access counselling. Sometimes we feel totally overwhelmed by the challenges in life and seeking professional help seems like a momentous decision. However, when in crisis we need more than talking to our friends and family who may not always know how to listen without giving well meaning advice or simply may not know what to say. You may be feeling isolated and lonely, frightened or anxious. You may have temporarily lost your way. I will ensure that you are carefully listened to and I will accept you as you are, without judgement. Together we will find a way forward.
Well done on taking the most difficult decision to access counselling. Sometimes we feel totally overwhelmed by the challenges in life and seeking professional help seems like a momentous decision. However, when in crisis we need more than talking to our friends and family who may not always know how to listen without giving well meaning advice or simply may not know what to say. You may be feeling isolated and lonely, frightened or anxious. You may have temporarily lost your way. I will ensure that you are carefully listened to and I will accept you as you are, without judgement. Together we will find a way forward.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or unable to cope with things that normally weren't an issue. Maybe you have experienced a trauma that still impacts your everyday life, or changes in circumstances for any number of reasons, financial, ill health or divorce. Many things can impact our mental health and each one of us experiences it differently. We all want to be listened to and understood and yet there may be things we can't even share with those closest to us. Therapy can help to unburden you, see solutions and gain a better understanding of yourself and what is best for you.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or unable to cope with things that normally weren't an issue. Maybe you have experienced a trauma that still impacts your everyday life, or changes in circumstances for any number of reasons, financial, ill health or divorce. Many things can impact our mental health and each one of us experiences it differently. We all want to be listened to and understood and yet there may be things we can't even share with those closest to us. Therapy can help to unburden you, see solutions and gain a better understanding of yourself and what is best for you.
I am a Gestalt Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor & trainer. I offer online psychotherapy and supervision.
Initially we have a consultation which is free, and we then reflect and decide whether we are a good match for working together. Please see my website for client testimonials and for more information. Thanks. 07892724023
Online Gestalt Psychotherapist and Supervisor
UKCP & EAP Fully Accredited
Online English-Speaking Psychotherapy Across the UK & Europe
I am a Gestalt Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor & trainer. I offer online psychotherapy and supervision.
Initially we have a consultation which is free, and we then reflect and decide whether we are a good match for working together. Please see my website for client testimonials and for more information. Thanks. 07892724023
Online Gestalt Psychotherapist and Supervisor
UKCP & EAP Fully Accredited
Online English-Speaking Psychotherapy Across the UK & Europe
I work with adults and couples or families who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, relationships, self-worth, or life's challenges, I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself. I won't tell you what to do or claim to have all the answers. Instead, we'll work together to understand what's happening, recognise unhelpful patterns, and help you move towards a life that feels more authentic, meaningful, and true to you
I work with adults and couples or families who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, relationships, self-worth, or life's challenges, I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself. I won't tell you what to do or claim to have all the answers. Instead, we'll work together to understand what's happening, recognise unhelpful patterns, and help you move towards a life that feels more authentic, meaningful, and true to you
Looking for therapy that feels right for you? I offer expert, compassionate support for just £45 a session, making quality therapy affordable without compromising care. I use a mixture of approaches, talking, coping skills and solution focussed. I create a supportive and enjoyable place for you to be yourself. I have over 30 years experience in the health field and in the last 5 years as a therapist. I specialise in working with anxiety, depression, relationships and trauma and I acknowledge the impacts these can have on everyday life. I'd like to hear about your hopes and goals for therapy and how I can be helpful along the way.
Looking for therapy that feels right for you? I offer expert, compassionate support for just £45 a session, making quality therapy affordable without compromising care. I use a mixture of approaches, talking, coping skills and solution focussed. I create a supportive and enjoyable place for you to be yourself. I have over 30 years experience in the health field and in the last 5 years as a therapist. I specialise in working with anxiety, depression, relationships and trauma and I acknowledge the impacts these can have on everyday life. I'd like to hear about your hopes and goals for therapy and how I can be helpful along the way.
I am here to support your healing process. Looking for a therapist is a courageous first step. I have found that common themes clients bring to therapy include: Feelings of shame and a lack of worthiness; being very self-critical; Feeling rejected, hurt, and alone; Stuck in relationships that are not fulfilling; Feeling that your life lacks purpose; Traumatic experiences that feel like they define you. Do any of these sound familiar? Would it help to have a space to work through these issues, to let go, and to feel greater freedom in your life? If any of these issues resonate with you then we can work together to make a difference.
I am here to support your healing process. Looking for a therapist is a courageous first step. I have found that common themes clients bring to therapy include: Feelings of shame and a lack of worthiness; being very self-critical; Feeling rejected, hurt, and alone; Stuck in relationships that are not fulfilling; Feeling that your life lacks purpose; Traumatic experiences that feel like they define you. Do any of these sound familiar? Would it help to have a space to work through these issues, to let go, and to feel greater freedom in your life? If any of these issues resonate with you then we can work together to make a difference.
When life feels overwhelming, having someone who truly listens can make all the difference. I offer a safe, relaxed space where you can talk openly and be yourself, without judgment.
I’m a person-centred, experiential psychotherapist offering accessible and affordable counselling in the heart of Preston, with flexible appointment times. As a registered member of the BACP and NCPS, I work within their ethical framework and welcome anything you bring to therapy; nothing is too big or too small.
I’m also an accredited Rewind Therapist, providing closure without disclosure for trauma, PTSD, and phobias, with extensive experience support
When life feels overwhelming, having someone who truly listens can make all the difference. I offer a safe, relaxed space where you can talk openly and be yourself, without judgment.
I’m a person-centred, experiential psychotherapist offering accessible and affordable counselling in the heart of Preston, with flexible appointment times. As a registered member of the BACP and NCPS, I work within their ethical framework and welcome anything you bring to therapy; nothing is too big or too small.
I’m also an accredited Rewind Therapist, providing closure without disclosure for trauma, PTSD, and phobias, with extensive experience support
Whatever has brought you here, you deserve support and understanding. I offer a calm, compassionate space where you can feel heard, valued and safe to be yourself. I specialise in working with the lasting impact of childhood developmental trauma and attachment and relationship difficulties. Together, we can gently explore your experiences, deepen self-understanding and move towards healing and connection. I bring a depth of experience and care, and offer a free initial phone or video consultation.
Whatever has brought you here, you deserve support and understanding. I offer a calm, compassionate space where you can feel heard, valued and safe to be yourself. I specialise in working with the lasting impact of childhood developmental trauma and attachment and relationship difficulties. Together, we can gently explore your experiences, deepen self-understanding and move towards healing and connection. I bring a depth of experience and care, and offer a free initial phone or video consultation.
There is a broad spectrum of reasons why people seek and can benefit from counselling. The reasons may seem clear, or may feel somewhat out of reach, yet there is a sense that talking to someone may help? Counselling can help us to better understand the source of our distress, find resolutions and move forward in ways that serve us better as individuals. I consider it a privilege to work with people in this endeavour and recognise that it is important that you find the right person to talk to.
There is a broad spectrum of reasons why people seek and can benefit from counselling. The reasons may seem clear, or may feel somewhat out of reach, yet there is a sense that talking to someone may help? Counselling can help us to better understand the source of our distress, find resolutions and move forward in ways that serve us better as individuals. I consider it a privilege to work with people in this endeavour and recognise that it is important that you find the right person to talk to.
I work with opposite sex, same sex and transgender couples, covering sexual and sexuality difficulties, identity issues including Intersex struggles, children, parenting, second and extended families, affairs, anger, domestic violence, communication difficulties, impact of life-stage transitions, separation and divorce as well as illness and bereavement/loss
I am trained in a range of modalities including CBT, Mindfulness and Systemic Family Therapy. As an accredited Psychotherapist and Supervisor I work across the full spectrum of psychological disorders. I have particular interest in Trauma, OCD, Eating Disorders, High End Groups and Personality Disorders. I work with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Bereavement. I have a passion for working with suicidal people, survivors of suicide, families/friends of those whom live with the aftermath of suicide. I am an experienced couples and family therapist. I am skilled in multi agency working. I am experienced in working with prisoners.
I work with opposite sex, same sex and transgender couples, covering sexual and sexuality difficulties, identity issues including Intersex struggles, children, parenting, second and extended families, affairs, anger, domestic violence, communication difficulties, impact of life-stage transitions, separation and divorce as well as illness and bereavement/loss
I am trained in a range of modalities including CBT, Mindfulness and Systemic Family Therapy. As an accredited Psychotherapist and Supervisor I work across the full spectrum of psychological disorders. I have particular interest in Trauma, OCD, Eating Disorders, High End Groups and Personality Disorders. I work with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Bereavement. I have a passion for working with suicidal people, survivors of suicide, families/friends of those whom live with the aftermath of suicide. I am an experienced couples and family therapist. I am skilled in multi agency working. I am experienced in working with prisoners.
You may be feeling stuck in patterns you understand intellectually but can’t seem to shift. Perhaps anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, or a deep sense of disconnection keeps looping no matter how much insight you gain. You might be high-functioning on the outside, yet internally exhausted, overwhelmed, or quietly carrying experiences that your nervous system never fully processed. Does this feel familiar?
If you’ve talked it through, analysed it to death, and still find your body reacting like the threat never ended, you’re not broken — your nervous system is doing exactly what it learned to do.
You may be feeling stuck in patterns you understand intellectually but can’t seem to shift. Perhaps anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, or a deep sense of disconnection keeps looping no matter how much insight you gain. You might be high-functioning on the outside, yet internally exhausted, overwhelmed, or quietly carrying experiences that your nervous system never fully processed. Does this feel familiar?
If you’ve talked it through, analysed it to death, and still find your body reacting like the threat never ended, you’re not broken — your nervous system is doing exactly what it learned to do.
Hi, I'm John. I offer down to earth counselling to help you make sense of whatever it is you're experiencing. I will offer you time and space for you to talk through your problems confidentially. I am there to listen to you. I will not use complicated jargon but will listen to what you have to say, with an appropriate use of humour to put you at ease. I will try to see the world through your eyes, whilst not judging and being genuine. I served in the Royal Navy and worked in high pressured businesses. My Facebook Page is Counselling Minds. Also on Instagram, Linkedin and X. Thanks for reading! I hope to hear from you soon, John.
Hi, I'm John. I offer down to earth counselling to help you make sense of whatever it is you're experiencing. I will offer you time and space for you to talk through your problems confidentially. I am there to listen to you. I will not use complicated jargon but will listen to what you have to say, with an appropriate use of humour to put you at ease. I will try to see the world through your eyes, whilst not judging and being genuine. I served in the Royal Navy and worked in high pressured businesses. My Facebook Page is Counselling Minds. Also on Instagram, Linkedin and X. Thanks for reading! I hope to hear from you soon, John.
Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can feel safe, heard and understood. With over six years’ experience supporting people affected by trauma, sexual violence, abuse, anxiety, addiction and life’s challenges, I understand how difficult it can be to take that first step. My approach is tailored to you, helping you explore your experiences, build resilience and move towards lasting healing and positive change.
Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can feel safe, heard and understood. With over six years’ experience supporting people affected by trauma, sexual violence, abuse, anxiety, addiction and life’s challenges, I understand how difficult it can be to take that first step. My approach is tailored to you, helping you explore your experiences, build resilience and move towards lasting healing and positive change.
Hello, welcome to my page. My name is Rebecca Bullen. Founder & Clinical Director of The Wellness Hub . I am a fully qualified Counsellor with over 16 years experience of working with Children, Young people and adults who have faced many different mental health difficulties. In our lifetime, we will all experience difficult and challenging times where we feel we need that extra support, and sometimes do not feel comfortable to share our feelings with those closest to us. It can often be difficult to share our thoughts and feelings with our loved ones and that's where I can help. I specialise in working with couples & families.
Hello, welcome to my page. My name is Rebecca Bullen. Founder & Clinical Director of The Wellness Hub . I am a fully qualified Counsellor with over 16 years experience of working with Children, Young people and adults who have faced many different mental health difficulties. In our lifetime, we will all experience difficult and challenging times where we feel we need that extra support, and sometimes do not feel comfortable to share our feelings with those closest to us. It can often be difficult to share our thoughts and feelings with our loved ones and that's where I can help. I specialise in working with couples & families.
Hi, I'm Francesca, a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor, registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I offer a warm and compassionate space where you are able to feel heard, understood and accepted without judgment. Together, we'll explore whatever has brought you to therapy, working at a pace that feels right for you, with the aim of helping you gain greater clarity, resilience, and self-compassion.
As an integrative therapist, I tailor my approach to your individual needs, drawing on a range of therapeutic models, placing the therapeutic relationship at the heart of it all.
Hi, I'm Francesca, a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor, registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I offer a warm and compassionate space where you are able to feel heard, understood and accepted without judgment. Together, we'll explore whatever has brought you to therapy, working at a pace that feels right for you, with the aim of helping you gain greater clarity, resilience, and self-compassion.
As an integrative therapist, I tailor my approach to your individual needs, drawing on a range of therapeutic models, placing the therapeutic relationship at the heart of it all.
Whatever your concerns might be, I offer you a safe space to express yourself, without fear of being judged. My practice reflects my belief that you are the expert in your own life. By talking together we can explore what is troubling you and find ways to address, come to terms with, or perhaps even resolve your difficulties. My sessions are non-directive which means you decide what happens during sessions; together we will explore your thoughts and feelings at a pace that feels right for you.
Whatever your concerns might be, I offer you a safe space to express yourself, without fear of being judged. My practice reflects my belief that you are the expert in your own life. By talking together we can explore what is troubling you and find ways to address, come to terms with, or perhaps even resolve your difficulties. My sessions are non-directive which means you decide what happens during sessions; together we will explore your thoughts and feelings at a pace that feels right for you.
As my client I will work alongside you in a caring and non-judgemental way. I will strive to understand and make you feel less alone in what you facing. To reveal yourself openly and honestly takes the rawest kind of courage and I will respect with confidence what I am told. I have a lot of experience in working with anxiety, depression, trauma (childhood and sexual) and bereavement, both with adults and adolescents. I am also a Clinical Supervisor which means I supervise the work of other counsellors. In addition I am an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing) Europe Accredited Practitioner with EMDRIA.
As my client I will work alongside you in a caring and non-judgemental way. I will strive to understand and make you feel less alone in what you facing. To reveal yourself openly and honestly takes the rawest kind of courage and I will respect with confidence what I am told. I have a lot of experience in working with anxiety, depression, trauma (childhood and sexual) and bereavement, both with adults and adolescents. I am also a Clinical Supervisor which means I supervise the work of other counsellors. In addition I am an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing) Europe Accredited Practitioner with EMDRIA.
Accredited Professional Therapist with years of experience offering in-person therapy as well as telephone and online sessions.
Specialising in Men's mental health and Trauma.
Things happen in life that catch us off guard, trauma, death of a loved one, diagnosis of an illness and more. You might pride yourself in being able to handle most of what life deals you. This feels different and it's impacting other things in your life. Sometimes it takes exploring the issues candidly without concern of being a burden, being judged or worried about.
Accredited Professional Therapist with years of experience offering in-person therapy as well as telephone and online sessions.
Specialising in Men's mental health and Trauma.
Things happen in life that catch us off guard, trauma, death of a loved one, diagnosis of an illness and more. You might pride yourself in being able to handle most of what life deals you. This feels different and it's impacting other things in your life. Sometimes it takes exploring the issues candidly without concern of being a burden, being judged or worried about.
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I’m a person-centred & integrative therapist working primarily (but not exclusively) with LGBTQ+ clients. I offer therapy sessions online for adults across the UK, and I offer sessions at a reduced rate for anyone eligible.
I’m a person-centred & integrative therapist working primarily (but not exclusively) with LGBTQ+ clients. I offer therapy sessions online for adults across the UK, and I offer sessions at a reduced rate for anyone eligible.
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Transgender Counsellors
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognise a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognise a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.