Female Counsellors in Rushden
If you’re caught in cycles of anxiety, overwhelm, self-doubt, or people-pleasing, this work helps you understand why — and how to change it.
We start by looking at where you are now: what’s not working, what’s keeping you stuck, and where you’d like to go. From there, we create a practical, personalised plan using brain-based tools, emotional insight, and evidence-informed strategies to shift the patterns underneath the surface to reduce anxiety and overwhelm, build self-confidence and clarity, break unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns.
This isn’t about quick fixes or crisis support. It’s steady, supported change.
If you’re caught in cycles of anxiety, overwhelm, self-doubt, or people-pleasing, this work helps you understand why — and how to change it.
We start by looking at where you are now: what’s not working, what’s keeping you stuck, and where you’d like to go. From there, we create a practical, personalised plan using brain-based tools, emotional insight, and evidence-informed strategies to shift the patterns underneath the surface to reduce anxiety and overwhelm, build self-confidence and clarity, break unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns.
This isn’t about quick fixes or crisis support. It’s steady, supported change.
I work with children 11 + and adults living with trauma, PTSD, chronic pain, loss, ADHD, ASD, dyslexia, recent diagnoses, relationship difficulties, anxiety and the impact of abuse. Many people come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck or carrying things alone. You’ve already shown courage by reaching out. I offer a calm, confidential space where you can speak freely and feel genuinely heard. I’m not a one‑size‑fits‑all therapist, but if others have let you down, I’ll walk beside you. I’ve been there too, and I’ll help you move toward the strongest version of yourself.
I work with children 11 + and adults living with trauma, PTSD, chronic pain, loss, ADHD, ASD, dyslexia, recent diagnoses, relationship difficulties, anxiety and the impact of abuse. Many people come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck or carrying things alone. You’ve already shown courage by reaching out. I offer a calm, confidential space where you can speak freely and feel genuinely heard. I’m not a one‑size‑fits‑all therapist, but if others have let you down, I’ll walk beside you. I’ve been there too, and I’ll help you move toward the strongest version of yourself.
Hello, I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist, registered with The Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) and British Psychological Society. I am currently working online and can offer online therapy to anyone in the UK. I have worked in the NHS as a Senior Clinical Psychologist and now work as an independent Clinical Psychologist. I offer evidence based psychological assessment and therapy for individuals who are experiencing difficulty or a pivotal point in their lives where they have come to the realisation that something needs to change.
Hello, I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist, registered with The Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) and British Psychological Society. I am currently working online and can offer online therapy to anyone in the UK. I have worked in the NHS as a Senior Clinical Psychologist and now work as an independent Clinical Psychologist. I offer evidence based psychological assessment and therapy for individuals who are experiencing difficulty or a pivotal point in their lives where they have come to the realisation that something needs to change.
I’m an integrative counsellor who believes that everyone deserves to feel heard, understood, and supported just as they are. My approach is warm, collaborative, and flexible. Whatever you’re navigating, we can explore at your pace. I have lived experience of neurodivergence and specialise in working with Children and Young people. You may also meet Fudge, who is my therapy dog in training. He's not quite ready to meet clients yet, but he does join my Teams calls!
I’m an integrative counsellor who believes that everyone deserves to feel heard, understood, and supported just as they are. My approach is warm, collaborative, and flexible. Whatever you’re navigating, we can explore at your pace. I have lived experience of neurodivergence and specialise in working with Children and Young people. You may also meet Fudge, who is my therapy dog in training. He's not quite ready to meet clients yet, but he does join my Teams calls!
I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy and EMDR. I work with gender identity and sexuality issues and have many years of experience of working with complex and developmental trauma.
I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy and EMDR. I work with gender identity and sexuality issues and have many years of experience of working with complex and developmental trauma.
Are you (or your child) facing difficult life situations, feeling in pain or are low and distressed? Or maybe there are issues and areas in your life that you wish to change or develop? Life can be really challenging, but seeking counselling can help you gain further insight into your situations, choices and sense of who you are so that you can find the best way forward for you. As a BACP registered person-centred counsellor, I can offer you a warm,relaxed, confidential space where you can explore whatever thoughts and feelings you choose to, all at your own pace and without fear of judgement.
Are you (or your child) facing difficult life situations, feeling in pain or are low and distressed? Or maybe there are issues and areas in your life that you wish to change or develop? Life can be really challenging, but seeking counselling can help you gain further insight into your situations, choices and sense of who you are so that you can find the best way forward for you. As a BACP registered person-centred counsellor, I can offer you a warm,relaxed, confidential space where you can explore whatever thoughts and feelings you choose to, all at your own pace and without fear of judgement.
Sometimes, you can look like you’re coping on the outside while feeling completely overwhelmed on the inside. You may be feeling stuck, disconnected or unsure what to do next. I support adults with anxiety, stress and burnout, relationship difficulties, family estrangement, neurodiversity, cross-cultural experiences, migration and identity.
Sometimes, you can look like you’re coping on the outside while feeling completely overwhelmed on the inside. You may be feeling stuck, disconnected or unsure what to do next. I support adults with anxiety, stress and burnout, relationship difficulties, family estrangement, neurodiversity, cross-cultural experiences, migration and identity.
Are you experiencing feelings of anxiety or depression? trying to cope with loss or past trauma in your life? Perhaps you are trying to navigate complicated relationships or it might be that for no known reason, you are feeling lost or stuck and want to seek a better understanding to support you in moving forwards.
Life can throw some painful and challenging experiences our way , leaving us feeling overwhelmed at times and doing our best to find ways of coping. These experiences can range from significant events in life to more day to day stresses.
Are you experiencing feelings of anxiety or depression? trying to cope with loss or past trauma in your life? Perhaps you are trying to navigate complicated relationships or it might be that for no known reason, you are feeling lost or stuck and want to seek a better understanding to support you in moving forwards.
Life can throw some painful and challenging experiences our way , leaving us feeling overwhelmed at times and doing our best to find ways of coping. These experiences can range from significant events in life to more day to day stresses.
Serendipity Psychology is a team of professionally registered, highly qualified psychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors and occupational therapists working across Northamptonshire, Milton Keynes, Leicestershire, Coventry & Warwickshire and many other areas of the UK. Our team aspire to deliver exceptional, personalised psychological treatment and care throughout the time you need us. We offer a range of specialist support and pathways of care, including a neurodivergence pathway for the assessment and support of ASD and ADHD, and a lower-fee pathway for those who may struggle to access independent therapy because of the cost.
Serendipity Psychology is a team of professionally registered, highly qualified psychologists, psychotherapists, counsellors and occupational therapists working across Northamptonshire, Milton Keynes, Leicestershire, Coventry & Warwickshire and many other areas of the UK. Our team aspire to deliver exceptional, personalised psychological treatment and care throughout the time you need us. We offer a range of specialist support and pathways of care, including a neurodivergence pathway for the assessment and support of ASD and ADHD, and a lower-fee pathway for those who may struggle to access independent therapy because of the cost.
I am a Psychotherapist and Supervisor and work with people, both neurotypical and neurodiverse, to resolve whatever challenges they are facing. I am trained in proven, effective techniques to deal with a wide range of issues including addiction, phobias and trauma as well as anxiety, depression and many others. I am trained in hypnotherapy which is an invaluable tool for bringing about permanent change. Client: "Janette has liberated me from the pain and misery that has dogged me for decades and I am beginning to enjoy life."
I am a Psychotherapist and Supervisor and work with people, both neurotypical and neurodiverse, to resolve whatever challenges they are facing. I am trained in proven, effective techniques to deal with a wide range of issues including addiction, phobias and trauma as well as anxiety, depression and many others. I am trained in hypnotherapy which is an invaluable tool for bringing about permanent change. Client: "Janette has liberated me from the pain and misery that has dogged me for decades and I am beginning to enjoy life."
Perhaps life has left you feeling a little lost. You may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, ADHD, loss, relationship or family difficulties, low self-esteem, rejection, or simply trying to make sense of what's going on in your life. Whatever has brought you here today, you don't have to face it alone.
Perhaps life has left you feeling a little lost. You may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, ADHD, loss, relationship or family difficulties, low self-esteem, rejection, or simply trying to make sense of what's going on in your life. Whatever has brought you here today, you don't have to face it alone.
I am a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist, Hypnotherapist, and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years of experience. As a senior accredited member of the NCPS and NHS, I offer a wide range of therapeutic services, including hypno-psychotherapy, counselling, and clinical supervision. I am a trauma-informed therapist who utilises an integrative approach, drawing on Transactional Analysis, IFS, CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Person-centred strategies and more. My goal is to guide you towards a healthier mind, helping you cultivate self-awareness, overcome past traumas, and embrace a more authentic, fulfilling life.
I am a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist, Hypnotherapist, and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years of experience. As a senior accredited member of the NCPS and NHS, I offer a wide range of therapeutic services, including hypno-psychotherapy, counselling, and clinical supervision. I am a trauma-informed therapist who utilises an integrative approach, drawing on Transactional Analysis, IFS, CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Person-centred strategies and more. My goal is to guide you towards a healthier mind, helping you cultivate self-awareness, overcome past traumas, and embrace a more authentic, fulfilling life.
Welcome. Whether you arrive alone or together, you’ve already taken a brave first step. Life rarely follows a straight path. At times, we can feel lost, overwhelmed, or disconnected from ourselves and those we love. Anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, or a quiet sense that something is missing can leave us feeling stuck. Therapy offers a calm, supportive space to pause, reflect, and move forward with greater clarity and connection. As an integrative therapist, I draw from a range of approaches rather than one fixed model, allowing our work to be shaped around your experiences, needs, and hopes for change.
Welcome. Whether you arrive alone or together, you’ve already taken a brave first step. Life rarely follows a straight path. At times, we can feel lost, overwhelmed, or disconnected from ourselves and those we love. Anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, or a quiet sense that something is missing can leave us feeling stuck. Therapy offers a calm, supportive space to pause, reflect, and move forward with greater clarity and connection. As an integrative therapist, I draw from a range of approaches rather than one fixed model, allowing our work to be shaped around your experiences, needs, and hopes for change.
Anxiety, depression & life transitions are just some of the reasons why it may be difficult to navigate everyday life. I can provide the support you need to gain clarity and healing in a non-judgmental, accepting safe space. I offer a free 20 min call, this can be a chance to ask any questions you have. I work in a person-centred way using listening, gentle challenging and reflection to help you make sense of where certain thoughts, feelings and behaviours may stem from and uncover the tools and resources you have within yourself which can help you to manage your anxieties, fears and concerns more effectively.
Anxiety, depression & life transitions are just some of the reasons why it may be difficult to navigate everyday life. I can provide the support you need to gain clarity and healing in a non-judgmental, accepting safe space. I offer a free 20 min call, this can be a chance to ask any questions you have. I work in a person-centred way using listening, gentle challenging and reflection to help you make sense of where certain thoughts, feelings and behaviours may stem from and uncover the tools and resources you have within yourself which can help you to manage your anxieties, fears and concerns more effectively.
Hi I am Natalie. I am an experienced counsellor who loves what I do, I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, bereavement, relationship challenges, parenting difficulties, cultural identity issues, or low self-esteem. You may feel overwhelmed by stress and fear, or be exploring spirituality, personal development. Perhaps you want peace within yourself, confidence in who you are, security in relationships, and freedom from past losses or future fears. You seek to understand yourself better, break unhelpful patterns, and develop healthier ways of relating as they journey towards healing and a place of quiet and calm
Hi I am Natalie. I am an experienced counsellor who loves what I do, I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, bereavement, relationship challenges, parenting difficulties, cultural identity issues, or low self-esteem. You may feel overwhelmed by stress and fear, or be exploring spirituality, personal development. Perhaps you want peace within yourself, confidence in who you are, security in relationships, and freedom from past losses or future fears. You seek to understand yourself better, break unhelpful patterns, and develop healthier ways of relating as they journey towards healing and a place of quiet and calm
Thank you very much for reading my information. I look forward to meeting you and talking about how we can work together. I understand that taking the first step into counselling can be scary, but I am pleased that you are here and looking for the right therapist for you!
I am very happy to have an initial discussion on the phone to talk about your needs and answer any questions you might have.
Thank you very much for reading my information. I look forward to meeting you and talking about how we can work together. I understand that taking the first step into counselling can be scary, but I am pleased that you are here and looking for the right therapist for you!
I am very happy to have an initial discussion on the phone to talk about your needs and answer any questions you might have.
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Welcome to Counselling Alliance. We are a qualified team of counsellors plus a clinical supervisor, with a wide range of experience in various different areas of mental health. We offer a welcoming environment to each of our clients and pride ourselves on our ethics, abilities, honesty and integrity. We offer support to clients struggling in areas such as anxiety, stress, depression, relationship problems, low self-esteem, unhelpful patterns of behaviour, questioning your sense of self, loss, neurodiversity & LGBTQIA. If you don’t see your particular subject listed, don’t worry just get in touch!
Welcome to Counselling Alliance. We are a qualified team of counsellors plus a clinical supervisor, with a wide range of experience in various different areas of mental health. We offer a welcoming environment to each of our clients and pride ourselves on our ethics, abilities, honesty and integrity. We offer support to clients struggling in areas such as anxiety, stress, depression, relationship problems, low self-esteem, unhelpful patterns of behaviour, questioning your sense of self, loss, neurodiversity & LGBTQIA. If you don’t see your particular subject listed, don’t worry just get in touch!
I'm Marta, an experienced CBT and EMDR psychotherapist. I am also qualified in Couples Therapy for depression. Over many years of my clinical practice I have gained valuable knowledge of how our minds work and how sometimes they can be our greatest oppressors.
I'm Marta, an experienced CBT and EMDR psychotherapist. I am also qualified in Couples Therapy for depression. Over many years of my clinical practice I have gained valuable knowledge of how our minds work and how sometimes they can be our greatest oppressors.
I support children, young people and families informed by over seven years NHS experience working adaptivley and flexibilty within child, adolescent and Learning Disability services. My approach is grounded in compassion, aiming to create a safe, contained theraputic space.
I support children, young people and families informed by over seven years NHS experience working adaptivley and flexibilty within child, adolescent and Learning Disability services. My approach is grounded in compassion, aiming to create a safe, contained theraputic space.
Hello, my name is Nicola and I'm an Integrative counsellor. This means that I can integrate a range of counselling approaches tailored to your needs, to help you find a way through your difficulties so that you find your own solutions. This includes the following types of counselling: Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA)/Communication. I am an accredited member of NCPS and a member of BACP, in addition I am also a qualified Community Co-ordinator in a large N. London college. I have worked in this sector for almost 30 years and offer training in mental health including Mindfulness.
Hello, my name is Nicola and I'm an Integrative counsellor. This means that I can integrate a range of counselling approaches tailored to your needs, to help you find a way through your difficulties so that you find your own solutions. This includes the following types of counselling: Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA)/Communication. I am an accredited member of NCPS and a member of BACP, in addition I am also a qualified Community Co-ordinator in a large N. London college. I have worked in this sector for almost 30 years and offer training in mental health including Mindfulness.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether your therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with therapists of a specific gender. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
What are the advantages of seeing a female therapist?
Many people - not just women - prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. Women who see a female therapist may also feel freer to discuss challenges that are closely tied to gender, such as life transitions including motherhood or menopause. Some clients who instinctively feel more comfortable disclosing to women may find it easier to broach sensitive subjects with a female therapist. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Is therapy different for men and women?
Therapy can be different for men and women insofar as gender plays a role in the challenges an individual faces and the events in life an individual has experienced. Women often face different expectations from their families, friends, and society than men do. In some cases, women might feel most comfortable expressing themselves differently from how men do. Talking about one's feelings and emotions is a critical part of most therapies, and some women might find it comes more naturally when talking to a female therapist. Ultimately, though, therapeutic treatment should be tailored to the individual's specific needs.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I enquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK - even encouraged! - to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.