Creative Therapy Counselling in Redcar

Helen Russell
Counsellor, MUKCP
Redcar TS10
I incorporate many types of activity into my sessions including talking therapy, play therapy and art therapy.
I am a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor for children and young people. Previous to my training I have 30 years of experience as a teacher. I work in person with children and young people aged 5 to 17. My training is specifically for children and young people so you can be assured that I can provide expert help for your child. I work with many issues including anxiety, depression, attachment, bereavement and trauma. I have extensive experience in working with children affected by domestic violence. I can provide short or long term therapy as needed.
I incorporate many types of activity into my sessions including talking therapy, play therapy and art therapy.
I am a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor for children and young people. Previous to my training I have 30 years of experience as a teacher. I work in person with children and young people aged 5 to 17. My training is specifically for children and young people so you can be assured that I can provide expert help for your child. I work with many issues including anxiety, depression, attachment, bereavement and trauma. I have extensive experience in working with children affected by domestic violence. I can provide short or long term therapy as needed.
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Karena Serdecka
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
Additionally -Dip CBT, EFT, Mindfulness, Art and Couples Therapies.
I can offer office based, online and walk and talk therapies. I have worked with Trauma, PTSD, Relationship issues, Depression, Guilt, Anger, Grief, Anxiety, Abuse, Phobias, Self-Esteem issues, Low Confidence, Identity Crises, OCD, Separation and Loss, Divorce, Life changes, Suicidal Ideation, Self-Harm and Sexual Issues, and more …
Additionally -Dip CBT, EFT, Mindfulness, Art and Couples Therapies.
I can offer office based, online and walk and talk therapies. I have worked with Trauma, PTSD, Relationship issues, Depression, Guilt, Anger, Grief, Anxiety, Abuse, Phobias, Self-Esteem issues, Low Confidence, Identity Crises, OCD, Separation and Loss, Divorce, Life changes, Suicidal Ideation, Self-Harm and Sexual Issues, and more …
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Jade Harker
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I hope you are ok, before I explained about my qualifications and the type of work I do, I wanted to explain how you get started. You have already done step one you are thinking about reaching out (I know how much courage this takes, so well done). I offer a safe, warm environment where you can open up without fear of judgement. I work with both adults and children, who have a variety of presenting issues from bereavement, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem and much more. I also have some therapy pets that can come into the sessions.
I hope you are ok, before I explained about my qualifications and the type of work I do, I wanted to explain how you get started. You have already done step one you are thinking about reaching out (I know how much courage this takes, so well done). I offer a safe, warm environment where you can open up without fear of judgement. I work with both adults and children, who have a variety of presenting issues from bereavement, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem and much more. I also have some therapy pets that can come into the sessions.
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Nikki Wright
Counsellor, MUKCP
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello and welcome. Are you finding life challenging right now? Or perhaps you are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or other emotional stresses. Maybe you have experienced a traumatic life event or are trying to acknowledge a separation. Life can be tough to navigate at times and we can find it hard to see a way forward. I believe that authentic connection with ourselves and others can contribute to our peace of mind and is essential to our emotional well-being and personal growth. Whatever you need to bring to the space, I will provide a relational, non-judgemental environment to explore alongside you.
Hello and welcome. Are you finding life challenging right now? Or perhaps you are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, or other emotional stresses. Maybe you have experienced a traumatic life event or are trying to acknowledge a separation. Life can be tough to navigate at times and we can find it hard to see a way forward. I believe that authentic connection with ourselves and others can contribute to our peace of mind and is essential to our emotional well-being and personal growth. Whatever you need to bring to the space, I will provide a relational, non-judgemental environment to explore alongside you.
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Vikki Mulligan
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello, and welcome. Sometimes we all face things that we can find difficult to make sense of and reaching out for help can seem like the hardest thing to do. I'm here beside you as we navigate through the stormy waters together. I have worked for many years with children, young people, their parents and carers and adults. The work I have done has enabled me to develop understanding of the challenges faced at different stages in life, and I aim to hold you and your experiences at the core with compassion and warmth to help you understand what shaped your history and your person.
Hello, and welcome. Sometimes we all face things that we can find difficult to make sense of and reaching out for help can seem like the hardest thing to do. I'm here beside you as we navigate through the stormy waters together. I have worked for many years with children, young people, their parents and carers and adults. The work I have done has enabled me to develop understanding of the challenges faced at different stages in life, and I aim to hold you and your experiences at the core with compassion and warmth to help you understand what shaped your history and your person.
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Helen Eaves
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Your mental health and emotional well-being are worth investing in. You deserve to feel happier and to live a more fulfilled life. I can help you do this by removing some of the psychological barriers that you are currently facing. These may be daily struggles with feelings of anxiety and low mood, or you may have experienced a significant life event that has left you with feelings of loss or grief, or trauma or panic. I can offer you a collaborative approach with the aim of reducing these difficult feelings you are currently experiencing.
Your mental health and emotional well-being are worth investing in. You deserve to feel happier and to live a more fulfilled life. I can help you do this by removing some of the psychological barriers that you are currently facing. These may be daily struggles with feelings of anxiety and low mood, or you may have experienced a significant life event that has left you with feelings of loss or grief, or trauma or panic. I can offer you a collaborative approach with the aim of reducing these difficult feelings you are currently experiencing.
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Creative Therapy Counsellors
How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.

Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.

How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.

What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.