Parenting Counselling in Seaham
Hello, I’m Bev. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and when our thoughts are disorganised it can be challenging to see a clear way forward and to make positive and healthy choices. Although it is helpful talking to others, many people feel more comfortable and more able to be fully open, talking to a trained professional. I am an Integrative Person-centered Counsellor and EMDR Practitioner. I have experience in supporting and helping clients overcome mental health issues including; bereavement, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and trauma.
Hello, I’m Bev. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and when our thoughts are disorganised it can be challenging to see a clear way forward and to make positive and healthy choices. Although it is helpful talking to others, many people feel more comfortable and more able to be fully open, talking to a trained professional. I am an Integrative Person-centered Counsellor and EMDR Practitioner. I have experience in supporting and helping clients overcome mental health issues including; bereavement, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and trauma.
Hi, I’m Natalie, the therapist at East Durham Counselling. I work with adults and young people in private practice. I’m trained in integrative counselling, which means I have lots of techniques to choose from when deciding what will help my clients the most; I draw from person-centred, psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioural therapies depending on the presenting issues and client's needs. I have experience of working with autism, ADHD, abuse, anxiety, bereavement, depression, domestic violence, eating disorders, OCD, PTSD, relationship issues, self-harm, stress, trauma and dissociation.
Hi, I’m Natalie, the therapist at East Durham Counselling. I work with adults and young people in private practice. I’m trained in integrative counselling, which means I have lots of techniques to choose from when deciding what will help my clients the most; I draw from person-centred, psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioural therapies depending on the presenting issues and client's needs. I have experience of working with autism, ADHD, abuse, anxiety, bereavement, depression, domestic violence, eating disorders, OCD, PTSD, relationship issues, self-harm, stress, trauma and dissociation.
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I am a child centred counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy specialising in supporting children, young adults and parents.
I have extensive experience working in schools and family settings, both in the UK, USA, Switzerland and Egypt, supporting children and young people from diverse backgrounds. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of the developmental social, and emotional challenges that young people face today.
I am a child centred counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy specialising in supporting children, young adults and parents.
I have extensive experience working in schools and family settings, both in the UK, USA, Switzerland and Egypt, supporting children and young people from diverse backgrounds. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of the developmental social, and emotional challenges that young people face today.
Are you caught in the same arguments with your partner? Always playing peacemaker? Or struggling to move past betrayal or loss? Or, maybe you feel disconnected from someone you love—or even from yourself? Perhaps you’re reading this because you’re exhausted and need things to change. Are you looking for a safe space where you can be heard and have your experience validated? Somewhere that will help you to break free from painful patterns, rebuild trust, communicate in ways that actually work and produce lasting change.
Are you caught in the same arguments with your partner? Always playing peacemaker? Or struggling to move past betrayal or loss? Or, maybe you feel disconnected from someone you love—or even from yourself? Perhaps you’re reading this because you’re exhausted and need things to change. Are you looking for a safe space where you can be heard and have your experience validated? Somewhere that will help you to break free from painful patterns, rebuild trust, communicate in ways that actually work and produce lasting change.
Are you a parent feeling overwhelmed by your child’s big emotions, anxiety, low self-esteem, or challenging behaviour?
I work in a flexible, tailored way, drawing upon CBT, attachment-focused therapy, and NVR to support emotion regulation, build resilience, and strengthen family relationships. With expertise in child development and attachment, I help you and your child feel calmer, more connected, and confident in facing challenges.
Are you a parent feeling overwhelmed by your child’s big emotions, anxiety, low self-esteem, or challenging behaviour?
I work in a flexible, tailored way, drawing upon CBT, attachment-focused therapy, and NVR to support emotion regulation, build resilience, and strengthen family relationships. With expertise in child development and attachment, I help you and your child feel calmer, more connected, and confident in facing challenges.
Motherhood changes you, On every level. Biologically, psychologically and emotionally. And yet nobody prepares you for that.
I am a matrescence and perinatal mental health therapist specialising in the full journey from pregnancy through postpartum. If you are struggling and cannot quite understand why, matrescence might be the missing piece.
Matrescence is the profound psychological, neurological and identity transformation of becoming a mother. Understanding it changed everything for my clients and it can change everything for you too
Motherhood changes you, On every level. Biologically, psychologically and emotionally. And yet nobody prepares you for that.
I am a matrescence and perinatal mental health therapist specialising in the full journey from pregnancy through postpartum. If you are struggling and cannot quite understand why, matrescence might be the missing piece.
Matrescence is the profound psychological, neurological and identity transformation of becoming a mother. Understanding it changed everything for my clients and it can change everything for you too
If you are going through a life change, struggling with relationships, or questioning your identity, I offer a supportive space, free of judgement, to explore your experiences and next steps. I believe there’s no "one size fits all" way of doing therapy, so I take an integrative approach to tailor our sessions to you. This could mean person-centered counselling where you bring in an issue each week, coaching strategies to develop coping skills, or creative methods to explore confusing feelings. I aim to be flexible to best support your personal growth, and therapy goals.
If you are going through a life change, struggling with relationships, or questioning your identity, I offer a supportive space, free of judgement, to explore your experiences and next steps. I believe there’s no "one size fits all" way of doing therapy, so I take an integrative approach to tailor our sessions to you. This could mean person-centered counselling where you bring in an issue each week, coaching strategies to develop coping skills, or creative methods to explore confusing feelings. I aim to be flexible to best support your personal growth, and therapy goals.
I have great experience in helping individuals explore meaningful ways of living. Connecting to their authentic selves, whilst developing more authentic and meaningful relationships.
I help individuals and couples to understand what is at the roots of their conflicts and dissatisfaction. Helping explore anger, rejection, disappointment and betrayal. Hot and cold relationships increase individuals insecurities. I help individuals understand what lies underneath their relationship choices, underneath repeated patterns, their fears of genuine intimacy and the dance of intimacy individuals and couples play out in their relationships.
I have great experience in helping individuals explore meaningful ways of living. Connecting to their authentic selves, whilst developing more authentic and meaningful relationships.
I help individuals and couples to understand what is at the roots of their conflicts and dissatisfaction. Helping explore anger, rejection, disappointment and betrayal. Hot and cold relationships increase individuals insecurities. I help individuals understand what lies underneath their relationship choices, underneath repeated patterns, their fears of genuine intimacy and the dance of intimacy individuals and couples play out in their relationships.
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed or stuck, even when you’re managing day to day? I work with children, teenagers and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, low confidence and emotional overwhelm, including one-off incidents such as accidents or medical procedures. I offer EMDR and psychotherapy in-person in Sunderland and outdoor therapy in a dedicated private woodland in Northumberland, within easy travel distance from Morpeth, Ponteland and Hexham. Support is calm, flexible and adapted to you.
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed or stuck, even when you’re managing day to day? I work with children, teenagers and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, low confidence and emotional overwhelm, including one-off incidents such as accidents or medical procedures. I offer EMDR and psychotherapy in-person in Sunderland and outdoor therapy in a dedicated private woodland in Northumberland, within easy travel distance from Morpeth, Ponteland and Hexham. Support is calm, flexible and adapted to you.
I'm Isla, I am a highly trained and experienced Psychotherapist working with client's online. Choosing a therapist can be difficult so I suggest an initial call to discuss your needs and expectations. I work with people who are seeking support and change, this could be for a variety of reasons but ultimately, if the challenges of life have become overwhelming, talking therapy is a good start. As a warm and empathetic therapist, I create a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace.
I'm Isla, I am a highly trained and experienced Psychotherapist working with client's online. Choosing a therapist can be difficult so I suggest an initial call to discuss your needs and expectations. I work with people who are seeking support and change, this could be for a variety of reasons but ultimately, if the challenges of life have become overwhelming, talking therapy is a good start. As a warm and empathetic therapist, I create a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace.
Maybe you've been feeling down, worried or disappointed with life. Or you have unresolved issues from your past that are keeping you stuck in a negative place and struggling in your relationships. Counselling can help you to see your situation in a different light and give you renewed strength to deal with life’s challenges. Sometimes, simply talking about your situation will help you to feel better. At other times, you might need a little more help to understand what is going on for you and to develop new strategies for coping. I provide a safe, confidential space and an empathetic ear for you to begin this work.
Maybe you've been feeling down, worried or disappointed with life. Or you have unresolved issues from your past that are keeping you stuck in a negative place and struggling in your relationships. Counselling can help you to see your situation in a different light and give you renewed strength to deal with life’s challenges. Sometimes, simply talking about your situation will help you to feel better. At other times, you might need a little more help to understand what is going on for you and to develop new strategies for coping. I provide a safe, confidential space and an empathetic ear for you to begin this work.
Hi! I’m Kristen; a UKCP accredited Psychotherapist based in Stockton-On-Tees. My office is wheelchair accessible, vibrant and welcoming. I am experienced in working with both children and adults and I am qualified to work with a range of difficulties. My specialities include: neurodiversity, attachment, trauma, sexual abuse, domestic violence and disability/chronic illness.
Hi! I’m Kristen; a UKCP accredited Psychotherapist based in Stockton-On-Tees. My office is wheelchair accessible, vibrant and welcoming. I am experienced in working with both children and adults and I am qualified to work with a range of difficulties. My specialities include: neurodiversity, attachment, trauma, sexual abuse, domestic violence and disability/chronic illness.
I’m a trauma-informed, neuro-affirming Counsellor supporting children and adults through in-person and online therapy. I specialise in adult online sessions offering a safe, confidential space to explore anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout and the emotional impact of late diagnosis. My integrative approach blends Person-Centred Therapy, CBT, and Psychodynamic principles. Services can help you feel empowered, make changes, identify & face challenges head on, gain control over your life, provide greater insight & perspective whilst learning coping strategies and encourage a positive mindset.
I’m a trauma-informed, neuro-affirming Counsellor supporting children and adults through in-person and online therapy. I specialise in adult online sessions offering a safe, confidential space to explore anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout and the emotional impact of late diagnosis. My integrative approach blends Person-Centred Therapy, CBT, and Psychodynamic principles. Services can help you feel empowered, make changes, identify & face challenges head on, gain control over your life, provide greater insight & perspective whilst learning coping strategies and encourage a positive mindset.
When working with children, it is important to me that parents or carers feel appropriately supported and informed, while maintaining clear therapeutic boundaries and the child’s emotional safety.
I am a warm and reflective practitioner offering psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling to children, young people and adults.
My approach is humanistic and integrative, drawing on a variety of theories and techniques to adapt my work to the individual. I place great importance on relationship, emotional safety, and working at a pace that feels manageable. I am trauma-informed and experienced in working with complex trauma, anxiety, grief, disordered eating, self-harm, identity/ cultural issues and life transitions. I am passionate about using mind-body healing to aid with trauma recovery and support empowering births.
When working with children, it is important to me that parents or carers feel appropriately supported and informed, while maintaining clear therapeutic boundaries and the child’s emotional safety.
I am a warm and reflective practitioner offering psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling to children, young people and adults.
My approach is humanistic and integrative, drawing on a variety of theories and techniques to adapt my work to the individual. I place great importance on relationship, emotional safety, and working at a pace that feels manageable. I am trauma-informed and experienced in working with complex trauma, anxiety, grief, disordered eating, self-harm, identity/ cultural issues and life transitions. I am passionate about using mind-body healing to aid with trauma recovery and support empowering births.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, fear? There is help and support available to you, all you have to do is reach out.
We know life is hard, but sometimes other things make it even harder, this is where I can help. Counselling can help you make sense of things, help to get some understanding of what you need and how to make changes that will help. It also gives you some focus on what's important to you, relationships, handling stress better, major life changes and much more.
All of this is possible, and achievable, take control of your life and reach out for the support you deserve.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, fear? There is help and support available to you, all you have to do is reach out.
We know life is hard, but sometimes other things make it even harder, this is where I can help. Counselling can help you make sense of things, help to get some understanding of what you need and how to make changes that will help. It also gives you some focus on what's important to you, relationships, handling stress better, major life changes and much more.
All of this is possible, and achievable, take control of your life and reach out for the support you deserve.
Being a young adult or parenting one can be complicated.
With almost 20 years of experience supporting teenagers, young adults, and families, and 15 years of counselling experience, I tailor therapy to the individual. My approach includes creative, narrative, and short-term therapy tools. Clients are always empowered to choose their own pace and path. Helping you find you.
Being a young adult or parenting one can be complicated.
With almost 20 years of experience supporting teenagers, young adults, and families, and 15 years of counselling experience, I tailor therapy to the individual. My approach includes creative, narrative, and short-term therapy tools. Clients are always empowered to choose their own pace and path. Helping you find you.
I'm Charlotte a Qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. I have over 10 years experience working within NHS Talking Therapies services, both as a low intensity Psychological Wellbeing practitioner and a High Intensity Therapist. I have experience working with adults with a range of mental health difficulties including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive disorder and Social Phobia. More recently I have undertaken training in Interpersonal Therapy for Depression (IPT) and currently working towards accreditation in this modality.
I'm Charlotte a Qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. I have over 10 years experience working within NHS Talking Therapies services, both as a low intensity Psychological Wellbeing practitioner and a High Intensity Therapist. I have experience working with adults with a range of mental health difficulties including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive disorder and Social Phobia. More recently I have undertaken training in Interpersonal Therapy for Depression (IPT) and currently working towards accreditation in this modality.
I am a therapist working with adults to better understand and improve the relationship they have with themselves and others. As a person-centred, psychotherapeutic counsellor, I work with clients contending various issues. These may include anxiety, depression, grief and anger or be in relation to a personal or global situation or event, family or a specific relationship. You might feel stuck, unable to imagine a time when this will change. Carl Jung said: “Problems are not solved, they are outgrown”. Seeking support reflects your continued desire to grow.
I am a therapist working with adults to better understand and improve the relationship they have with themselves and others. As a person-centred, psychotherapeutic counsellor, I work with clients contending various issues. These may include anxiety, depression, grief and anger or be in relation to a personal or global situation or event, family or a specific relationship. You might feel stuck, unable to imagine a time when this will change. Carl Jung said: “Problems are not solved, they are outgrown”. Seeking support reflects your continued desire to grow.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed, tired of existing and not living? Is there something preventing you from moving forward? There are times in everyone’s life when things become too much and it is during these times it is important to know that you are not alone. I am passionate about supporting you to heal, to identify solutions and make changes, to help you to create a happier, healthier and peaceful life. I work with both adults and children, helping to overcome a wide range of emotional difficulties. I currently have limited availability for new clients in April 2026 and offer an initial free, no obligation consultation.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed, tired of existing and not living? Is there something preventing you from moving forward? There are times in everyone’s life when things become too much and it is during these times it is important to know that you are not alone. I am passionate about supporting you to heal, to identify solutions and make changes, to help you to create a happier, healthier and peaceful life. I work with both adults and children, helping to overcome a wide range of emotional difficulties. I currently have limited availability for new clients in April 2026 and offer an initial free, no obligation consultation.
Life can feel overwhelming, and seeking support is a courageous step toward healing and personal growth. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or identity exploration, I am here to help.
You might also be somebody who suspects they are neuro divergent or have had a diagnosis and has experienced life long difficulties resulting from this part of their identity. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where we can work together to better understand your experiences and create meaningful change.
Life can feel overwhelming, and seeking support is a courageous step toward healing and personal growth. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or identity exploration, I am here to help.
You might also be somebody who suspects they are neuro divergent or have had a diagnosis and has experienced life long difficulties resulting from this part of their identity. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where we can work together to better understand your experiences and create meaningful change.
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Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.