Black British Counselling in Rochester
I help black women, adults, children on the ASD, ADHD spectrum develop love, respect and value of self and overcome intergenerational/developmental trauma.
I support you to see the change you need and reach the goals you want. I'm patient giving adults and children space to explore their current situation and accept or change it. Reduce social anxiety and start liking your true self. Have you experienced sexual, emotional, bullying abuse in the past? Struggling with menopause, retirement, parental estrangement? Sleeping or your appetite has changed due depression stress? You want to stop overthinking past experiences? Its time to talk about it so we can start to sort it out. You are unique and you deserve the understanding and acceptance i offer. thats when the healing begins.
I help black women, adults, children on the ASD, ADHD spectrum develop love, respect and value of self and overcome intergenerational/developmental trauma.
I support you to see the change you need and reach the goals you want. I'm patient giving adults and children space to explore their current situation and accept or change it. Reduce social anxiety and start liking your true self. Have you experienced sexual, emotional, bullying abuse in the past? Struggling with menopause, retirement, parental estrangement? Sleeping or your appetite has changed due depression stress? You want to stop overthinking past experiences? Its time to talk about it so we can start to sort it out. You are unique and you deserve the understanding and acceptance i offer. thats when the healing begins.
Every individual is unique and we all respond to our environment in different and unique ways. We all deserve to be heard and within each one of us is the ability to change, transform and evolve. One of the most insightful things I’ve learnt as a mental health practitioner is that we are products of our thoughts, experiences and environment. How we think affects our worldview and determines our success in life. Our thoughts affect our physical and mental health and this may have significant impact on our present and future. We will work together to explore your feelings and how to manage your thoughts and relationships.
Every individual is unique and we all respond to our environment in different and unique ways. We all deserve to be heard and within each one of us is the ability to change, transform and evolve. One of the most insightful things I’ve learnt as a mental health practitioner is that we are products of our thoughts, experiences and environment. How we think affects our worldview and determines our success in life. Our thoughts affect our physical and mental health and this may have significant impact on our present and future. We will work together to explore your feelings and how to manage your thoughts and relationships.
I am passionate about working with adults and youths to tackle a range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship breakdowns, pre-marital and marriage issues, trauma, academic obstacles, decision-making, and parent-child dynamics. A central focus of my work is empowering clients to develop self-esteem and confidence while discovering their true selves. I recognise that life changes can be daunting, often making the future seem uncertain. However, I believe that the answers we seek are often already within us. Together, we can build on your strengths and cultivate the skills needed to thrive.
I am passionate about working with adults and youths to tackle a range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship breakdowns, pre-marital and marriage issues, trauma, academic obstacles, decision-making, and parent-child dynamics. A central focus of my work is empowering clients to develop self-esteem and confidence while discovering their true selves. I recognise that life changes can be daunting, often making the future seem uncertain. However, I believe that the answers we seek are often already within us. Together, we can build on your strengths and cultivate the skills needed to thrive.
Dr Esther Cole
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Rochester ME2
Are you feeling exhausted, stressed and overwhelmed? Are you in physical or emotional pain, working relentlessly in different areas of your life: at work, home or study, in relationships, caring or parental roles? Do you need to make sense of, and overcome trauma, feelings of sadness, low-self esteem or burnout? As a third generation British Jamaican Psychologist, managing long-term conditions whilst being a mother of three, I warmly welcome clients of all ages and walks of life, and have a passion for supporting people living alongside mental, physical or neurological difficulties and trauma.
Are you feeling exhausted, stressed and overwhelmed? Are you in physical or emotional pain, working relentlessly in different areas of your life: at work, home or study, in relationships, caring or parental roles? Do you need to make sense of, and overcome trauma, feelings of sadness, low-self esteem or burnout? As a third generation British Jamaican Psychologist, managing long-term conditions whilst being a mother of three, I warmly welcome clients of all ages and walks of life, and have a passion for supporting people living alongside mental, physical or neurological difficulties and trauma.
I became a therapist because I am passionate about people and improving as well as enhancing mental wellbeing. I understand that life can be a challenge and at times it may be hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel but I want to assure you that you do not have to go through life’s struggles by yourself. I am here for you and I am here with you. With your permission, I would like to come besides you and help you explore and discover events, thoughts, feelings and patterns of behaviour and together support you to make changes.
I became a therapist because I am passionate about people and improving as well as enhancing mental wellbeing. I understand that life can be a challenge and at times it may be hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel but I want to assure you that you do not have to go through life’s struggles by yourself. I am here for you and I am here with you. With your permission, I would like to come besides you and help you explore and discover events, thoughts, feelings and patterns of behaviour and together support you to make changes.
I treat a broad range of mental health conditions and worked as a senior psychotherapist in the NHS for many years. I have worked extensively with sexual and domestic abuse, anxiety and borderline personality issues as well as depression and Post-traumatic Stress conditions. I am experienced interculturally in helping people with racial and discrimination issues. I work in both English and Spanish. Hablo Espanol y Ingles y ofrezco terapia en los dos idomas.
I treat a broad range of mental health conditions and worked as a senior psychotherapist in the NHS for many years. I have worked extensively with sexual and domestic abuse, anxiety and borderline personality issues as well as depression and Post-traumatic Stress conditions. I am experienced interculturally in helping people with racial and discrimination issues. I work in both English and Spanish. Hablo Espanol y Ingles y ofrezco terapia en los dos idomas.
Feeling nobody quite "Gets YOU?" Impulsive, unmotivated, head spiriling, ruminating, masking due to ADHD/ASD? Drugs or alcohol used to self medicate, relax or cope with stress but now noticed its getting out of control? Anxiety, panic attacks, intrusive thoughts starting to control your life but not sure the trigger? Or do you just have a sense something is wrong but struggle to open up or express how you feel to your partner, family or friends? The beauty of talking to a counsellor is I am neutral and independent of your situation which can make it easier to open up and explore your feelings and thoughts.
Feeling nobody quite "Gets YOU?" Impulsive, unmotivated, head spiriling, ruminating, masking due to ADHD/ASD? Drugs or alcohol used to self medicate, relax or cope with stress but now noticed its getting out of control? Anxiety, panic attacks, intrusive thoughts starting to control your life but not sure the trigger? Or do you just have a sense something is wrong but struggle to open up or express how you feel to your partner, family or friends? The beauty of talking to a counsellor is I am neutral and independent of your situation which can make it easier to open up and explore your feelings and thoughts.
My direction towards self-development has exposed me to deep & wonderful values. I now understand that feelings don’t need to be avoided or feared, they just are. I know people are all inherently creative & given the right environment of empathy, non-judgmental & unconditional positive regard everyone can find their way.
My direction towards self-development has exposed me to deep & wonderful values. I now understand that feelings don’t need to be avoided or feared, they just are. I know people are all inherently creative & given the right environment of empathy, non-judgmental & unconditional positive regard everyone can find their way.
I offer a Counselling service to individuals, young people and families who may be facing personal difficulties and challenges. We all experience painful events and losses at various times in our lives and Counselling creates a safe containing space for clients to explore and process their emotions on a range if issues that may be impacting on them negatively. This can help clients to identify their triggers which may be responsible for creating the emotional and or physical distress. It also helps develop some strategies for clients to have at their disposal to manage better the impacts of the distress being experienced.
I offer a Counselling service to individuals, young people and families who may be facing personal difficulties and challenges. We all experience painful events and losses at various times in our lives and Counselling creates a safe containing space for clients to explore and process their emotions on a range if issues that may be impacting on them negatively. This can help clients to identify their triggers which may be responsible for creating the emotional and or physical distress. It also helps develop some strategies for clients to have at their disposal to manage better the impacts of the distress being experienced.
Feeling overwhelmed and struggling to make sense of stressful and emotional anguish from current or past experiences? As a counsellor, my help with you would be to explore these issues, enable you to find your answers and recognise the choices that are available to you.
Feeling overwhelmed and struggling to make sense of stressful and emotional anguish from current or past experiences? As a counsellor, my help with you would be to explore these issues, enable you to find your answers and recognise the choices that are available to you.
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On my journey as a man, immigrant, black and queer, I encountered obstacles, questions and processes of marginalization.
Have you ever stopped to think deeply about the situations in life that make you feel distress, suffering and discouragement? Can you understand how external and internal factors affect your day-to-day life? We live in a society that is systematically structured around inequities that affect everyone's lives in different ways, and sometimes with emotional support, appropriate listening, and focused intervention, we have the opportunity to work through what challenges us and thus find strength and build meaningful relationships, promote personal and consequently social change.
My specialism lies in working with Black and Minority Ethnic females, offering a safe and inclusive space to address their unique challenges and experiences.
Do you feel unheard, undervalued or stuck in life? Do you find it hard to express yourself or do you feel no one understands you? I am passionate about supporting client to have a voice, to be heard and to feel valued. I am passionate about supporting clients to develop confidence and self esteem which in turn promotes self care. I am also passionate about working with individuals with different attachment styles and overcoming childhood trauma. As adults, despite early life and childhood experiences, i believe individuals can work towards building secure attachments in their adult relationships and healing from childhood trauma.
My specialism lies in working with Black and Minority Ethnic females, offering a safe and inclusive space to address their unique challenges and experiences.
Do you feel unheard, undervalued or stuck in life? Do you find it hard to express yourself or do you feel no one understands you? I am passionate about supporting client to have a voice, to be heard and to feel valued. I am passionate about supporting clients to develop confidence and self esteem which in turn promotes self care. I am also passionate about working with individuals with different attachment styles and overcoming childhood trauma. As adults, despite early life and childhood experiences, i believe individuals can work towards building secure attachments in their adult relationships and healing from childhood trauma.
Inclusion Psychologists Limited
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am a Black psychologist, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Consultant offering assessments, therapy, supervision & coaching services.
An educational psychologist providing in depth assessments and also expert witness assessments commissioned by solicitors and by parents for SENDist Tribunals and clinical negligence and fitness to plead. I also carry out mental health assessments- neurodiversity. We also explore the particular challenges faced by your organisation in being more inclusive.
I am a Black psychologist, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Consultant offering assessments, therapy, supervision & coaching services.
An educational psychologist providing in depth assessments and also expert witness assessments commissioned by solicitors and by parents for SENDist Tribunals and clinical negligence and fitness to plead. I also carry out mental health assessments- neurodiversity. We also explore the particular challenges faced by your organisation in being more inclusive.
I provide therapy to everyone including clients of Asian and Black African/African-Caribbean heritage.
We all have times where we may feel stuck or overwhelmed by different situations. Most people can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives, be it when life feels difficult or for personal-development. I offer a safe and confidential space where together we can explore your difficulties and help you get a deeper understanding of yourself.
I provide therapy to everyone including clients of Asian and Black African/African-Caribbean heritage.
We all have times where we may feel stuck or overwhelmed by different situations. Most people can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives, be it when life feels difficult or for personal-development. I offer a safe and confidential space where together we can explore your difficulties and help you get a deeper understanding of yourself.
I have received additional training in working with clients from the Black, Asian and LGBTQ+ communities, and use affirmative practice.
I am a qualified person-centred counsellor and psychotherapist offering online counselling to individuals and couples in the UK. My approach is warm and friendly and I work with care and compassion. I offer a safe space, free from judgement, where you can be yourself and explore any issues that may be causing confusion, discomfort or distress. You will decide what we talk about and we will always work at a pace that is comfortable for you. It is important that you feel at ease working with me, so I offer a free first session (50 minutes), so you can see how I work and decide whether you wish to continue.
I have received additional training in working with clients from the Black, Asian and LGBTQ+ communities, and use affirmative practice.
I am a qualified person-centred counsellor and psychotherapist offering online counselling to individuals and couples in the UK. My approach is warm and friendly and I work with care and compassion. I offer a safe space, free from judgement, where you can be yourself and explore any issues that may be causing confusion, discomfort or distress. You will decide what we talk about and we will always work at a pace that is comfortable for you. It is important that you feel at ease working with me, so I offer a free first session (50 minutes), so you can see how I work and decide whether you wish to continue.
You may be looking to understand yourself better to live a fulfilled life, process difficult emotions and deal with stress and issues affecting your mental health. The coping mechanisms you've adopted may no longer serve you, so it's time to explore the root causes, understand yourself better, and develop your true self. At Bravecore Counselling CIC, we provide low-cost counselling for all. We work with trainee and qualified counsellors, providing a variety of therapy options from £35 to £45 per session. Click on the website link and book your appointment today.
You may be looking to understand yourself better to live a fulfilled life, process difficult emotions and deal with stress and issues affecting your mental health. The coping mechanisms you've adopted may no longer serve you, so it's time to explore the root causes, understand yourself better, and develop your true self. At Bravecore Counselling CIC, we provide low-cost counselling for all. We work with trainee and qualified counsellors, providing a variety of therapy options from £35 to £45 per session. Click on the website link and book your appointment today.
Sometimes we reach a point in life where we struggle to see clearly and we even become uncertain about the future and even begin to question our relationships. For some of us, its unhealthy patterns and cycles that we keep on repeating, and find difficult to break free from. There are times in our lives, where the dark cloud of depression overpowers us and it feels like there is no escape, or anxiety that can at times feel crippling. At times we question our self worth and need help rebuilding our confidence back, and restabilising purpose in our lives. Whatever the issues are that you are facing, change is possible!
Sometimes we reach a point in life where we struggle to see clearly and we even become uncertain about the future and even begin to question our relationships. For some of us, its unhealthy patterns and cycles that we keep on repeating, and find difficult to break free from. There are times in our lives, where the dark cloud of depression overpowers us and it feels like there is no escape, or anxiety that can at times feel crippling. At times we question our self worth and need help rebuilding our confidence back, and restabilising purpose in our lives. Whatever the issues are that you are facing, change is possible!
Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it. I firmly believe that every individual holds the potential to discover their authentic self and lead a meaningful life. My aim is simple, to ignite and facilitate your journey of self-connection. Within you lies a treasure waiting to be discovered, let's work together to bring it to realisation.
Life is 10% what happens to us and 90% how we react to it. I firmly believe that every individual holds the potential to discover their authentic self and lead a meaningful life. My aim is simple, to ignite and facilitate your journey of self-connection. Within you lies a treasure waiting to be discovered, let's work together to bring it to realisation.
Many experiences bring you to therapy: a crisis, bereavement, relationship issues, an absence of something, anxiety or depression getting in the way, childhood experiences, abuse and trauma. Starting therapy is an important step. It is an opportunity to tackle your immediate concerns but also to understand them in the context of your life in general. It provides a space to creatively shape your life but also take your pain and struggle seriously. Therapy provides an opportunity to strengthen a sense of your own identity and worth and to experiment with how to take that into your relationships, career and life in general.
Many experiences bring you to therapy: a crisis, bereavement, relationship issues, an absence of something, anxiety or depression getting in the way, childhood experiences, abuse and trauma. Starting therapy is an important step. It is an opportunity to tackle your immediate concerns but also to understand them in the context of your life in general. It provides a space to creatively shape your life but also take your pain and struggle seriously. Therapy provides an opportunity to strengthen a sense of your own identity and worth and to experiment with how to take that into your relationships, career and life in general.
My ideal client feels stuck or overwhelmed in life. They might be dealing with grief, exploring their identity, or struggling in relationships. They want a safe space to express themselves without judgment. They seek confidence, balance, and peace. They want to understand their emotions and find practical ways to move forward. Most importantly, they seek support to face their challenges and regain hope.
My ideal client feels stuck or overwhelmed in life. They might be dealing with grief, exploring their identity, or struggling in relationships. They want a safe space to express themselves without judgment. They seek confidence, balance, and peace. They want to understand their emotions and find practical ways to move forward. Most importantly, they seek support to face their challenges and regain hope.
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Black British Counsellors
As a Black British, why might I wish to see a therapist who is Black British?
Black British clients may seek out Black British therapists for several reasons, foremost being a sense of cultural understanding and the possibility of shared experiences. Cultural sensitivity and context on the part of the therapist may make it easier to form a therapeutic alliance and to focus on the work of therapy without the need to explain or educate a therapist on cultural matters. It may also be empowering to work with a therapist who shares one’s racial or ethnic background. It is important to note that a therapist who demonstrates cultural sensitivity can be highly effective even if they do not share a client’s background or race.
Can clients benefit from working with a therapist who shares their race or ethnicity?
Yes, having a therapist who shares a client’s race or ethnicity is often valuable, especially if it fosters a strong therapeutic alliance between the two. While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic effectiveness. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who has an understanding of a client’s background and perhaps also shared life experiences. It should be noted that many clients form a strong bond with their therapist regardless of their race or ethnicity. This is a personal decision, and it depends on the therapist, the client, and the connection between the two.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with Black British clients?
Clients can ask therapists directly about their experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds, including with Black British individuals. You may wish to inquire whether a therapist has undertaken training in cultural competence broadly, and how specifically they would ensure that their approach is sensitive to the needs of Black British clients. Therapy involves honesty and trust, so it’s best for clients to share concerns about their therapist’s cultural competence at the outset. And a good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals based on the concerns you articulate.
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
It’s important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive because everyone comes to therapy with a unique background and set of experiences. Being aware of culture and cultural differences between people is important for understanding clients, as is coming to therapy with an open mind, recognising that the therapist doesn’t necessarily understand everything and that the client can help guide the way.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Black therapists?
The directory of Black therapists includes therapists who have self-identified their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profile, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. In situations where the number of therapists who have identified as Black is limited, the directory will also show therapists who have undergone specific multicultural training or have extensive experience working with clients from relevant cultural backgrounds.