Women's Issues Counselling in Seaham
Hello,
My ideal client has tried everything but still feels stuck. Therapy, books, positivity—nothing works. The problem isn't in their head. They feel it in their body—heaviness, fatigue, anxiety.
They experience anxiety from nowhere, repeating patterns, living someone else's life, and unexplained physical symptoms. Something was lost along the way.
They want results, not sympathy. Real change, not endless talking. Freedom, not staying stuck.
They need to release what's holding them, feel lighter and clearer, and finally live instead of survive. They're ready for deeper work that addresses the root—not just symptoms.
Hello,
My ideal client has tried everything but still feels stuck. Therapy, books, positivity—nothing works. The problem isn't in their head. They feel it in their body—heaviness, fatigue, anxiety.
They experience anxiety from nowhere, repeating patterns, living someone else's life, and unexplained physical symptoms. Something was lost along the way.
They want results, not sympathy. Real change, not endless talking. Freedom, not staying stuck.
They need to release what's holding them, feel lighter and clearer, and finally live instead of survive. They're ready for deeper work that addresses the root—not just symptoms.
Counselling provides an opportunity to work through what is happening within your life, in a safe, accepted therapeutic space, where you are free to explore who you are and focus upon what brings you to counselling. Counselling enables you to gain support, to be truly heard and listened to, by a skilled professional, someone who is patient, present and focused upon supporting you without any judgement, with whatever your needs may be.
Counselling provides an opportunity to work through what is happening within your life, in a safe, accepted therapeutic space, where you are free to explore who you are and focus upon what brings you to counselling. Counselling enables you to gain support, to be truly heard and listened to, by a skilled professional, someone who is patient, present and focused upon supporting you without any judgement, with whatever your needs may be.
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.
It takes courage to be reflective about ourselves and consider the things that might be getting in our way. Finding the right therapist can be an overwhelming task. I’m Amy, a humanistic and integrative Psychotherapist. Whatever has brought you here, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, changes to your identity or other stumbling blocks in life; our co-created relationship could be the catalyst for change you’re looking for.
It takes courage to be reflective about ourselves and consider the things that might be getting in our way. Finding the right therapist can be an overwhelming task. I’m Amy, a humanistic and integrative Psychotherapist. Whatever has brought you here, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, changes to your identity or other stumbling blocks in life; our co-created relationship could be the catalyst for change you’re looking for.
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.
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My work is to empower you to understand and manage your own and your family's psychological wellbeing. From initial confusion and hopelessness the end game is enlightenment and clarity. I rely on data, clear aims, objectives, and objective measurement.
My work is to empower you to understand and manage your own and your family's psychological wellbeing. From initial confusion and hopelessness the end game is enlightenment and clarity. I rely on data, clear aims, objectives, and objective measurement.
I understand it can feel hard to be vulnerable and share your story. I’ll work gently at your pace, checking in to make sure it feels right for you. I’m a registered member MBACP (Accred) psychotherapeutic counsellor for children and young people, with years of experience supporting women too. I often work with those who feel low, worn out, anxious or unseen—who carry quiet feelings of not being good enough, or not truly mattering. Many I support are neurodivergent or tend to care for others while neglecting their own needs, often feeling burnt out, hopeless or uncertain about the future.
I understand it can feel hard to be vulnerable and share your story. I’ll work gently at your pace, checking in to make sure it feels right for you. I’m a registered member MBACP (Accred) psychotherapeutic counsellor for children and young people, with years of experience supporting women too. I often work with those who feel low, worn out, anxious or unseen—who carry quiet feelings of not being good enough, or not truly mattering. Many I support are neurodivergent or tend to care for others while neglecting their own needs, often feeling burnt out, hopeless or uncertain about the future.
You’re holding it all together, but only just. Maybe you’ve had a panic attack in the toilet at work. Maybe you’ve asked ChatGPT to help untangle your brain.
You feel everything so deeply. The tiniest thing tips you over. Everyone’s got an opinion about what you should do, but you don’t even know who you are anymore. Maybe you've been carrying things alone for a while and masking how hard it’s been just to get through the day. You might feel like you're "too much" and still feel "not good enough". You're not broken. You’ve been thinking about therapy. Now you’re here, wondering if anyone will really get it.
You’re holding it all together, but only just. Maybe you’ve had a panic attack in the toilet at work. Maybe you’ve asked ChatGPT to help untangle your brain.
You feel everything so deeply. The tiniest thing tips you over. Everyone’s got an opinion about what you should do, but you don’t even know who you are anymore. Maybe you've been carrying things alone for a while and masking how hard it’s been just to get through the day. You might feel like you're "too much" and still feel "not good enough". You're not broken. You’ve been thinking about therapy. Now you’re here, wondering if anyone will really get it.
Are you struggling to cope, feeling lost or stuck?
Do you find that experiences from your past are impacting on you - that old beliefs and behaviours are holding you back?
If you want to make changes in your life and need compassionate support as you move from surviving to thriving, I can help.
I offer both short and longer term therapy online. I am Accredited with the BACP and EMDR UK and Europe (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing). I specialise in helping clients recover from trauma and addictions.
If you are struggling to overcome blocks and reach your goals, we can use EMDR-informed coaching to help you push through.
Are you struggling to cope, feeling lost or stuck?
Do you find that experiences from your past are impacting on you - that old beliefs and behaviours are holding you back?
If you want to make changes in your life and need compassionate support as you move from surviving to thriving, I can help.
I offer both short and longer term therapy online. I am Accredited with the BACP and EMDR UK and Europe (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing). I specialise in helping clients recover from trauma and addictions.
If you are struggling to overcome blocks and reach your goals, we can use EMDR-informed coaching to help you push through.
I'm Claire, a BACP registered psychotherapist working remotely and from my office in Co. Durham. I offer a trauma-informed space for people affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence. My practice integrates the mind and body to support regulation, reconnection and recovery.
I believe there are many ways to understand human psychology and wellbeing. I integrate talking therapy with somatic, creative and holistic approaches. I work collaboratively with clients, building an empathic therapeutic relationship where thoughts, feelings and behaviours can be explored so you can reconnect with yourself and feel safer in your life.
I'm Claire, a BACP registered psychotherapist working remotely and from my office in Co. Durham. I offer a trauma-informed space for people affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence. My practice integrates the mind and body to support regulation, reconnection and recovery.
I believe there are many ways to understand human psychology and wellbeing. I integrate talking therapy with somatic, creative and holistic approaches. I work collaboratively with clients, building an empathic therapeutic relationship where thoughts, feelings and behaviours can be explored so you can reconnect with yourself and feel safer in your life.
Hello, I am a trauma-informed, integrative counsellor. I meet clients weekly, face-to-face in a safe, comfortable therapy space in Darlington, Co Durham, UK, and online via Zoom or by telephone if you prefer. I have a flexible work structure regarding regularity of sessions. I have supported many clients throughout the years with a variety of mental health issues at Mind, the Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling Centre and Durham University before entering private practice. The relationship with your counsellor is key to positive change on your healing journey. Schedule a free phone session to discuss how we could work together.
Hello, I am a trauma-informed, integrative counsellor. I meet clients weekly, face-to-face in a safe, comfortable therapy space in Darlington, Co Durham, UK, and online via Zoom or by telephone if you prefer. I have a flexible work structure regarding regularity of sessions. I have supported many clients throughout the years with a variety of mental health issues at Mind, the Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling Centre and Durham University before entering private practice. The relationship with your counsellor is key to positive change on your healing journey. Schedule a free phone session to discuss how we could work together.
I am BACP Accredited Psychotherapist, EMDR Practitioner Accredited with EMDR Association, BACP Accredited CBT Therapist and BACP Couples Therapist.
I am only working online.
I feel that therapy is relational and as such I always offer a free telephone call in which you can get a sense of me and how I work, and we can find out if I am the right therapist for you.
I am BACP Accredited Psychotherapist, EMDR Practitioner Accredited with EMDR Association, BACP Accredited CBT Therapist and BACP Couples Therapist.
I am only working online.
I feel that therapy is relational and as such I always offer a free telephone call in which you can get a sense of me and how I work, and we can find out if I am the right therapist for you.
Dr Christina Jane Shahabeddin
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
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Hi, I'm Christina. As a clinical psychologist with over 10 years of post qualification experience, I offer a personal, individual, integrative approach to evidence based therapy for a wide range of psychological, emotional or behavioural difficulties. I use models including EMDR, CBT, Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), for difficulties including Trauma and PTSD, grief, depression, anxiety, low self esteem, insomnia, pregnancy and birth related complications or trauma.
Hi, I'm Christina. As a clinical psychologist with over 10 years of post qualification experience, I offer a personal, individual, integrative approach to evidence based therapy for a wide range of psychological, emotional or behavioural difficulties. I use models including EMDR, CBT, Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), for difficulties including Trauma and PTSD, grief, depression, anxiety, low self esteem, insomnia, pregnancy and birth related complications or trauma.
Hello my name is Bridget. You have taken the first step towards finding the support you need at this time in your life. Whatever you are facing, I will offer non-judgmental support in exploring what brings you to therapy. You may be feeling anxious, depressed or confused about where you are right now. Talking and working in a therapeutic relationship can be a healing process.
Hello my name is Bridget. You have taken the first step towards finding the support you need at this time in your life. Whatever you are facing, I will offer non-judgmental support in exploring what brings you to therapy. You may be feeling anxious, depressed or confused about where you are right now. Talking and working in a therapeutic relationship can be a healing process.
Hi, I’m Kathryn, an Accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, CBT Therapist and EMDR Therapist. I offer a free consultation to discuss how I may help. I work with adults with trauma, OCD, attachment and relationship issues, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and neurodivergence-related challenges. Many of the people I work with feel stuck and want things to change. Together, we can explore what may be contributing to how you feel, whether that involves understanding your past or focusing on the present. My aim is to help you develop new ways of coping, recover from emotional difficulties, and feel better about yourself.
Hi, I’m Kathryn, an Accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, CBT Therapist and EMDR Therapist. I offer a free consultation to discuss how I may help. I work with adults with trauma, OCD, attachment and relationship issues, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, and neurodivergence-related challenges. Many of the people I work with feel stuck and want things to change. Together, we can explore what may be contributing to how you feel, whether that involves understanding your past or focusing on the present. My aim is to help you develop new ways of coping, recover from emotional difficulties, and feel better about yourself.
Having practised as a therapist for twenty years I have had the privilege to work with many creative, resilient, courageous and resourceful people. However, very few felt that way when they first came for therapy. Life can be challenging and we all struggle at times to cope with problems and stressful situations. Different people obviously find different things difficult but what everyone shares are the natural responses of feeling distressed, confused, anxious and lost. Psychotherapy can help you to express your feelings, work through anxiety and depression and develop positive responses to the challenges you are facing.
Having practised as a therapist for twenty years I have had the privilege to work with many creative, resilient, courageous and resourceful people. However, very few felt that way when they first came for therapy. Life can be challenging and we all struggle at times to cope with problems and stressful situations. Different people obviously find different things difficult but what everyone shares are the natural responses of feeling distressed, confused, anxious and lost. Psychotherapy can help you to express your feelings, work through anxiety and depression and develop positive responses to the challenges you are facing.
I work with people facing a range of life challenges, with a particular interest in supporting those going through life transitions. This may include career changes or self-employment, relationship and family changes, becoming a parent (matrescence), receiving a diagnosis (including neurodiversity), balancing work-family responsibilities, or coping with loss. I have lived experience of many of these things.
These moments can raise deeper questions about identity, relationships and direction in life. Therapy offers a space to reflect, make sense of what you’re experiencing, and find a way forward with a greater sense of ease.
I work with people facing a range of life challenges, with a particular interest in supporting those going through life transitions. This may include career changes or self-employment, relationship and family changes, becoming a parent (matrescence), receiving a diagnosis (including neurodiversity), balancing work-family responsibilities, or coping with loss. I have lived experience of many of these things.
These moments can raise deeper questions about identity, relationships and direction in life. Therapy offers a space to reflect, make sense of what you’re experiencing, and find a way forward with a greater sense of ease.
You might look like you’re coping on the outside—managing work, home, and everything in between—but inside it can feel exhausting, relentless, and hard to switch off. You may find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low in mood, or disconnected from how you want to be living.
Many people who reach out are used to functioning at a high level, often supporting others and keeping things going, but find there’s little space left for themselves. This can be particularly true when balancing the demands of work, relationships, and day-to-day life, and can begin to feel difficult to sustain over time.
You might look like you’re coping on the outside—managing work, home, and everything in between—but inside it can feel exhausting, relentless, and hard to switch off. You may find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low in mood, or disconnected from how you want to be living.
Many people who reach out are used to functioning at a high level, often supporting others and keeping things going, but find there’s little space left for themselves. This can be particularly true when balancing the demands of work, relationships, and day-to-day life, and can begin to feel difficult to sustain over time.
Are you in your 20s and feel like you are stuck, lost or unsure of yourself, while everyone else seems to have things figured out? Or are you a parent trying to adjust to changes that can come as children grow older and relationships shift? Hello, I’m Jen, and I'm an accredited counsellor offering in-person psychotherapeutic counselling in Gosforth, Newcastle, on Saturdays. My practice is focused on supporting clients navigating life transitions, when people are quite often trying to figure out who they are and what they want.
Are you in your 20s and feel like you are stuck, lost or unsure of yourself, while everyone else seems to have things figured out? Or are you a parent trying to adjust to changes that can come as children grow older and relationships shift? Hello, I’m Jen, and I'm an accredited counsellor offering in-person psychotherapeutic counselling in Gosforth, Newcastle, on Saturdays. My practice is focused on supporting clients navigating life transitions, when people are quite often trying to figure out who they are and what they want.
I am a qualified Counselling Psychologist delivering a variety of therapies in Darlington. My aim is to offer a safe and confidential space for you to explore your current difficulties thereby, facilitating your journey to improved well-being and happiness. I believe the key element for positive therapy is a good therapeutic relationship between my clients and myself. Therapy is designed to meet your individual needs and at a pace that is appropriate to your needs. Initial appointments are offered at a reduced rate in order for you to decide whether therapy is right for you at this time.
I am a qualified Counselling Psychologist delivering a variety of therapies in Darlington. My aim is to offer a safe and confidential space for you to explore your current difficulties thereby, facilitating your journey to improved well-being and happiness. I believe the key element for positive therapy is a good therapeutic relationship between my clients and myself. Therapy is designed to meet your individual needs and at a pace that is appropriate to your needs. Initial appointments are offered at a reduced rate in order for you to decide whether therapy is right for you at this time.
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How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.