Counselling for Adults in Sheffield
Distress can express itself in many ways: through our bodies, emotions, minds, and in our relationships. Sometimes we can readily name the cause; at other times, it may take the form of conflicts that are harder to name, but no less real.
In my work, I meet people grappling with many such concerns: difficulties in relationships, the legacies of trauma, questions of identity, employment difficulties, illness, or simply unhappiness that feels too much to bear.
Distress can express itself in many ways: through our bodies, emotions, minds, and in our relationships. Sometimes we can readily name the cause; at other times, it may take the form of conflicts that are harder to name, but no less real.
In my work, I meet people grappling with many such concerns: difficulties in relationships, the legacies of trauma, questions of identity, employment difficulties, illness, or simply unhappiness that feels too much to bear.
Hi, I'm Rosie and I'm an integrative therapist with 9 years experience working in mental health support. Due to my professional background and personal lived experience as a queer AuDHD therapist, I tend to work with clients who deviate from societal expectations or feel marginalised in some way. This may include but is not limited to, clients who identify as LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, disabled, gender-nonconforming, polyamorous or non-monogamous, survivors of abuse, and clients concerned about social justice. I often support clients through experiences that they have felt discouraged from discussing in their day-to-day lives.
Hi, I'm Rosie and I'm an integrative therapist with 9 years experience working in mental health support. Due to my professional background and personal lived experience as a queer AuDHD therapist, I tend to work with clients who deviate from societal expectations or feel marginalised in some way. This may include but is not limited to, clients who identify as LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, disabled, gender-nonconforming, polyamorous or non-monogamous, survivors of abuse, and clients concerned about social justice. I often support clients through experiences that they have felt discouraged from discussing in their day-to-day lives.
I have a strong background in supporting both teens and adults who are navigating the challenges of trauma focused and childhood trauma.
Many people face a variety of challenges in their lives that can significantly impact their well-being. For some, this may manifest as anxiety, which can create overwhelming feelings of worry and unease, or if you are dealing with depression, characterized by persistent sadness and a lack of interest or pleasure in daily activities. Additionally, if you are grappling with the effects of past trauma, which can lead to flashbacks, emotional distress, and difficulties in forming trusting relationships.
In counseling, I aim to provide a supportive environment where clients can explore these issues in depth.
I have a strong background in supporting both teens and adults who are navigating the challenges of trauma focused and childhood trauma.
Many people face a variety of challenges in their lives that can significantly impact their well-being. For some, this may manifest as anxiety, which can create overwhelming feelings of worry and unease, or if you are dealing with depression, characterized by persistent sadness and a lack of interest or pleasure in daily activities. Additionally, if you are grappling with the effects of past trauma, which can lead to flashbacks, emotional distress, and difficulties in forming trusting relationships.
In counseling, I aim to provide a supportive environment where clients can explore these issues in depth.
With over 30 years of clinical experience, I offer a supportive space to help you navigate work-based challenges and relationship difficulties. I specialize in supporting individuals in mental health, psychological fields, and education, including academics, students, and professionals. My approach integrates person-centered and Gestalt psychotherapy, alongside executive coaching training, tailored to your needs. With experience in the NHS, third sector, and higher education, I bring a deep understanding of professional and personal challenges. Together, we’ll create positive change and increase your insight.
With over 30 years of clinical experience, I offer a supportive space to help you navigate work-based challenges and relationship difficulties. I specialize in supporting individuals in mental health, psychological fields, and education, including academics, students, and professionals. My approach integrates person-centered and Gestalt psychotherapy, alongside executive coaching training, tailored to your needs. With experience in the NHS, third sector, and higher education, I bring a deep understanding of professional and personal challenges. Together, we’ll create positive change and increase your insight.
I am an experienced Art Psychotherapist working with adults who want to understand themselves more deeply and explore how past experiences may be shaping their present life.
Art psychotherapy is a form of psychodynamic psychotherapy that explores, both verbally and through art making, how early relationships and lived experience shape current emotional life. Through image making, imagination, and the therapeutic relationship, unconscious processes can become more visible, aiding in reflection, curiosity, and self-understanding.
I am an experienced Art Psychotherapist working with adults who want to understand themselves more deeply and explore how past experiences may be shaping their present life.
Art psychotherapy is a form of psychodynamic psychotherapy that explores, both verbally and through art making, how early relationships and lived experience shape current emotional life. Through image making, imagination, and the therapeutic relationship, unconscious processes can become more visible, aiding in reflection, curiosity, and self-understanding.
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Thanks for looking at my profile... It's so difficult to know how to choose a counsellor. I believe that helpful therapy starts from co-creating and exampling an authentic relationship. I won't bombard you with jargon or too much detail here, but I feel it's important to say that I strive to offer you a safe, calm and nurturing space where you can just 'be'. Maybe you're not sure what you're feeling or why. You may have lots of narrative, or may not be able to find any accurate words for what you are going through. There's no 'right' way to be in therapy. I offer complete acceptance of whatever you bring.
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Thanks for looking at my profile... It's so difficult to know how to choose a counsellor. I believe that helpful therapy starts from co-creating and exampling an authentic relationship. I won't bombard you with jargon or too much detail here, but I feel it's important to say that I strive to offer you a safe, calm and nurturing space where you can just 'be'. Maybe you're not sure what you're feeling or why. You may have lots of narrative, or may not be able to find any accurate words for what you are going through. There's no 'right' way to be in therapy. I offer complete acceptance of whatever you bring.
My clients include Children & Young People, Neurodivergent Adults and Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse.
I specialise in working with people who find themselves misunderstood, unwanted and even frightening to others. Relationships are almost impossible and always full of conflict. When you work with me I will support you to manage your emotions, navigate the mysterious world of relationships and find your path.
My clients include Children & Young People, Neurodivergent Adults and Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse.
I specialise in working with people who find themselves misunderstood, unwanted and even frightening to others. Relationships are almost impossible and always full of conflict. When you work with me I will support you to manage your emotions, navigate the mysterious world of relationships and find your path.
I help clients with their personal problems, including addiction, anxiety, bereavement, depression, family issues, loss, low self-esteem, stress and trauma.
To ensure sessions are effective and result in positive outcomes for clients, my approach is to develop a safe therapeutic relationship. I aim to understand the world from your perspective. I'll be by your side to help you find your way through the unique challenges in your life.
Life doesn’t always go to plan, and when we're not coping, it’s tempting to avoid the problem or try to numb the pain in our lives. Working with me will help you move forward towards a better future.
I help clients with their personal problems, including addiction, anxiety, bereavement, depression, family issues, loss, low self-esteem, stress and trauma.
To ensure sessions are effective and result in positive outcomes for clients, my approach is to develop a safe therapeutic relationship. I aim to understand the world from your perspective. I'll be by your side to help you find your way through the unique challenges in your life.
Life doesn’t always go to plan, and when we're not coping, it’s tempting to avoid the problem or try to numb the pain in our lives. Working with me will help you move forward towards a better future.
Are you feeling stuck or held back by challenges in your life? I work with clients facing a range of issues, using a blend of Person-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and attachment-based techniques to create meaningful change. Together, we’ll explore the roots of your challenges, reframe negative patterns, and build healthier connections with yourself and others. My approach combines empathy with practical tools tailored to your needs, helping you feel more confident, connected, and in control. Ready to take the next step? Let’s start your journey.
Are you feeling stuck or held back by challenges in your life? I work with clients facing a range of issues, using a blend of Person-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and attachment-based techniques to create meaningful change. Together, we’ll explore the roots of your challenges, reframe negative patterns, and build healthier connections with yourself and others. My approach combines empathy with practical tools tailored to your needs, helping you feel more confident, connected, and in control. Ready to take the next step? Let’s start your journey.
Hi I’m Paula, a psychotherapeutic counsellor, hypnotherapist, and founder of Keyhole Therapy. After 17 years as a secondary school teacher and Head of Department, I saw first‑hand how stress, burnout, and life’s pressures can leave people feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from themselves. Today, I offer a calm, compassionate space where you can slow down, breathe, and explore what you’re carrying — whether you’re navigating anxiety, burnout, major life changes, or the emotional impact of sight loss. My work is gentle, person‑centred, and grounded in the belief that with the right support, you can find clarity, confidence,
Hi I’m Paula, a psychotherapeutic counsellor, hypnotherapist, and founder of Keyhole Therapy. After 17 years as a secondary school teacher and Head of Department, I saw first‑hand how stress, burnout, and life’s pressures can leave people feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from themselves. Today, I offer a calm, compassionate space where you can slow down, breathe, and explore what you’re carrying — whether you’re navigating anxiety, burnout, major life changes, or the emotional impact of sight loss. My work is gentle, person‑centred, and grounded in the belief that with the right support, you can find clarity, confidence,
I also work with adults and students training or working in the NHS, doctors, nurses and other front line professionals.
As an experienced counsellor and coach my goal is to create a safe space in which the client can talk openly and honestly, making space for healing but also for change. My approach integrates a person centred model with more active processes of change, solution based interventions and strategies to create autonomy and empowerment in the client's life.
I also work with adults and students training or working in the NHS, doctors, nurses and other front line professionals.
As an experienced counsellor and coach my goal is to create a safe space in which the client can talk openly and honestly, making space for healing but also for change. My approach integrates a person centred model with more active processes of change, solution based interventions and strategies to create autonomy and empowerment in the client's life.
Hi, I’m Claire and I am an integrative therapist using Compassion Focused Therapy working in (S6) and (S11).
Are you caught in a battle with yourself, feel overwhelmed by feelings of shame, find it impossible to make a change? If you feel stuck, therapy can help to begin to make sense of your thoughts, emotions and unhelpful patterns in your life.
Being constantly hard on yourself can be a difficult way to live, my approach is built upon the understanding that our brains are naturally complex. By working together, we can begin to understand how to move away from self-blame and start to take responsibility for making the changes
Hi, I’m Claire and I am an integrative therapist using Compassion Focused Therapy working in (S6) and (S11).
Are you caught in a battle with yourself, feel overwhelmed by feelings of shame, find it impossible to make a change? If you feel stuck, therapy can help to begin to make sense of your thoughts, emotions and unhelpful patterns in your life.
Being constantly hard on yourself can be a difficult way to live, my approach is built upon the understanding that our brains are naturally complex. By working together, we can begin to understand how to move away from self-blame and start to take responsibility for making the changes
Prior to training as a counsellor I mentored young adults and worked in research and consultancy.
I offer a space that isn’t about quick fixes or forced change but about slowing down and listening to what’s beneath the surface. My approach is collaborative and flexible—we work at a pace that feels right for you. Whether you’re facing a major life transition, wrestling with unresolved pain, or simply feeling lost, therapy can be a place to explore who you are, what you need, and how to move forward in a way that feels genuine.
You don’t have to navigate this alone. If you’re ready to begin, I’d be honoured to walk alongside you.
Prior to training as a counsellor I mentored young adults and worked in research and consultancy.
I offer a space that isn’t about quick fixes or forced change but about slowing down and listening to what’s beneath the surface. My approach is collaborative and flexible—we work at a pace that feels right for you. Whether you’re facing a major life transition, wrestling with unresolved pain, or simply feeling lost, therapy can be a place to explore who you are, what you need, and how to move forward in a way that feels genuine.
You don’t have to navigate this alone. If you’re ready to begin, I’d be honoured to walk alongside you.
My name is Haeran, I am a Counsellor / Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist based at my Sheffield city centre practice.
I am a relaxed, calm and understanding individual with extensive mental health experience behind me.
Having worked with long-term mental health conditions on behalf of the NHS and within the third sector for over a decade I am experienced at working with a broad spectrum of people from all walks of life.
As a former firefighter, trauma medic & close protection officer I have a practical, compassionate approach to those from emergency service / armed forces backgrounds and experience with trauma responses.
My name is Haeran, I am a Counsellor / Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist based at my Sheffield city centre practice.
I am a relaxed, calm and understanding individual with extensive mental health experience behind me.
Having worked with long-term mental health conditions on behalf of the NHS and within the third sector for over a decade I am experienced at working with a broad spectrum of people from all walks of life.
As a former firefighter, trauma medic & close protection officer I have a practical, compassionate approach to those from emergency service / armed forces backgrounds and experience with trauma responses.
I have extensive work with children and adolescents for 30 years (primary teacher) and for the past 11 years I have worked amongst families who are Neurodiverse, Autistic/ ADHD and support siblings , both children and adults.
If you are looking for counselling services that specialise in neurodiversity, additional needs and siblings support, reach out today. Young people deserve to be heard, understood and supported on their journey to wellbeing.
Parenting is challenging in the best of circumstances—even neurotypical children have immature self-regulation. But parenting a neurodivergent child is rewarding but also can be a different category of challenges.
Having lived experience as a parent, a young person's unhappiness permeates to the whole family. Counselling not only supports your young person but also the wellbeing of the whole family too.
I have extensive work with children and adolescents for 30 years (primary teacher) and for the past 11 years I have worked amongst families who are Neurodiverse, Autistic/ ADHD and support siblings , both children and adults.
If you are looking for counselling services that specialise in neurodiversity, additional needs and siblings support, reach out today. Young people deserve to be heard, understood and supported on their journey to wellbeing.
Parenting is challenging in the best of circumstances—even neurotypical children have immature self-regulation. But parenting a neurodivergent child is rewarding but also can be a different category of challenges.
Having lived experience as a parent, a young person's unhappiness permeates to the whole family. Counselling not only supports your young person but also the wellbeing of the whole family too.
I work with adults and young people (14+).
I believe everyone deserves good health in all aspects of their physical, emotional, mental, social and spiritual lives. I’ll draw on a range of knowledge and skills that match your needs and give you the best chance of living your life in a way that’s honest, fulfilling and rewarding.
I work with adults and young people (14+).
I believe everyone deserves good health in all aspects of their physical, emotional, mental, social and spiritual lives. I’ll draw on a range of knowledge and skills that match your needs and give you the best chance of living your life in a way that’s honest, fulfilling and rewarding.
We work with adults (18+) who want practical, evidence-based support to feel stronger and steadier.
We specialise in practical, structured therapies that help you understand patterns and change what isn’t working. Together we explore triggers, habits and blind spots, building straightforward strategies to strengthen resilience, confidence and emotional balance. Sessions are calm, confidential and available in person or online to fit around work and life.
We work with adults (18+) who want practical, evidence-based support to feel stronger and steadier.
We specialise in practical, structured therapies that help you understand patterns and change what isn’t working. Together we explore triggers, habits and blind spots, building straightforward strategies to strengthen resilience, confidence and emotional balance. Sessions are calm, confidential and available in person or online to fit around work and life.
Do you find that despite your very best efforts to cope with difficult thoughts and feelings such as anxiety, depression and/or anger, your difficulties are still holding you back? Do you find that your ways of coping can make things worse in the long-term? You may be finding that your relationships with others are suffering as a result, and you might be finding it difficult to talk to friends and family about your difficulties. Are you struggling to find a way to move forward? Do you feel like you’ve lost touch with what’s important to you, and lost your sense of direction in life?
Do you find that despite your very best efforts to cope with difficult thoughts and feelings such as anxiety, depression and/or anger, your difficulties are still holding you back? Do you find that your ways of coping can make things worse in the long-term? You may be finding that your relationships with others are suffering as a result, and you might be finding it difficult to talk to friends and family about your difficulties. Are you struggling to find a way to move forward? Do you feel like you’ve lost touch with what’s important to you, and lost your sense of direction in life?
I work with families with grown/ adult/older children, grandparents and extended family.
I work collaboratively with clients to explore experiences, enabling a safe space to think, process, to develop strengths and resources. This is done in a respectful and culturally sensitive environment. Working with the system helps sustain changes and enables understanding, creating shared perspectives and resolves conflict.
I work with families with grown/ adult/older children, grandparents and extended family.
I work collaboratively with clients to explore experiences, enabling a safe space to think, process, to develop strengths and resources. This is done in a respectful and culturally sensitive environment. Working with the system helps sustain changes and enables understanding, creating shared perspectives and resolves conflict.
My role, as a psychodynamic therapist, is to provide an environment that is confidential and safe. This is why I do what I do. I provide an outside perspective to help you understand how your past influences present behaviours; your use of defences to avoid reality and awareness of how unconscious reoccurrence operates in your life. With your assistance my aim is to develop different strategies in making better choices to existing problems and explore beliefs of past feelings, memories. This doesn’t mean all your life is broken, but certain grey areas compromising the relationships you’re having with self and others.
My role, as a psychodynamic therapist, is to provide an environment that is confidential and safe. This is why I do what I do. I provide an outside perspective to help you understand how your past influences present behaviours; your use of defences to avoid reality and awareness of how unconscious reoccurrence operates in your life. With your assistance my aim is to develop different strategies in making better choices to existing problems and explore beliefs of past feelings, memories. This doesn’t mean all your life is broken, but certain grey areas compromising the relationships you’re having with self and others.
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FAQ - About Adult Counselling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioural therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists in the UK hold various credentials depending on their training and regional requirements. Counsellors and Psychotherapists registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) receive the designation MBACP and their qualifications and practice are overseen by BACP. Many Psychologists registered with the British Psychological Society receive the title of Chartered Psychologist (CPsychol), signifying that they have completed postgraduate training and supervised practice. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.