Buddhist Therapists in Sheffield
My therapeutic practice is also informed and supported by my ongoing interest in Buddhist philosophy and Insight Meditation.
I have 25 years of therapeutic experience. I work Online with Adults and Couples based in the UK. I specialise in working with autistic & neurodivergent people. I provide an accessible & compassionate service enabling people to learn about themselves and to address what is difficult in their lives. If we have been insufficiently understood and accepted we develop ways of being and doing that do not support our well being. With an understanding, trusted therapist we can begin to make sense of who we are, how we are and what has happened to us in our lives. We can be truer to ourselves and live with more confidence, ease and freedom.
My therapeutic practice is also informed and supported by my ongoing interest in Buddhist philosophy and Insight Meditation.
I have 25 years of therapeutic experience. I work Online with Adults and Couples based in the UK. I specialise in working with autistic & neurodivergent people. I provide an accessible & compassionate service enabling people to learn about themselves and to address what is difficult in their lives. If we have been insufficiently understood and accepted we develop ways of being and doing that do not support our well being. With an understanding, trusted therapist we can begin to make sense of who we are, how we are and what has happened to us in our lives. We can be truer to ourselves and live with more confidence, ease and freedom.
Feeling SAD, CONFUSED and/or ANGRY? Feeling stuck/trapped? What's the point? Nothing changes? I know the fears of opening up emotionally or mentally. I also know now of how beneficial it is for YOU. To have time to understand your 'self' so that YOU can process and heal, change YOUR future. It's empowering. I have studied for 6 years, to Masters level. Committed to my own personal development. Losing nearly three stone in weight (an emotional eater). Unattached from drinking 5 times a week to now occasionally socially or sometimes I just drink water and ice! Smoking and a fitter body is next. YOU are important! Take control back!
Feeling SAD, CONFUSED and/or ANGRY? Feeling stuck/trapped? What's the point? Nothing changes? I know the fears of opening up emotionally or mentally. I also know now of how beneficial it is for YOU. To have time to understand your 'self' so that YOU can process and heal, change YOUR future. It's empowering. I have studied for 6 years, to Masters level. Committed to my own personal development. Losing nearly three stone in weight (an emotional eater). Unattached from drinking 5 times a week to now occasionally socially or sometimes I just drink water and ice! Smoking and a fitter body is next. YOU are important! Take control back!
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn next? You don’t have to keep doing it alone. I can help you quiet the noise, make sense of your emotions, and start feeling more in control of your life. I’m an integrative psychotherapist who tailors each session to you — your story, your pace, your needs. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, self-doubt, relationship struggles, or life as a neurodivergent person, I can offer you the space to untangle what’s going on inside. I can help you to understand yourself more deeply, and to begin moving toward the life you actually want - one built on self-trust, clarity and connection.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn next? You don’t have to keep doing it alone. I can help you quiet the noise, make sense of your emotions, and start feeling more in control of your life. I’m an integrative psychotherapist who tailors each session to you — your story, your pace, your needs. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, self-doubt, relationship struggles, or life as a neurodivergent person, I can offer you the space to untangle what’s going on inside. I can help you to understand yourself more deeply, and to begin moving toward the life you actually want - one built on self-trust, clarity and connection.
My name's Ian ,working in the field of sexual addiction and compulsivity and psychosexual therapy for 15+years. My work also includes ;relational work, presenting on topics surrounding porn use, depression, boredom etc as well as porn induced sexual difficulties. I also supervise therapists in these specialist fields of work. There is never a one size fits all approach, always helping each individual/couple with how to overcome & recover from what is being presented. I love this job and the niches I work within and take professional pride to stay updated with advances in research and training to ensure i am able to help
My name's Ian ,working in the field of sexual addiction and compulsivity and psychosexual therapy for 15+years. My work also includes ;relational work, presenting on topics surrounding porn use, depression, boredom etc as well as porn induced sexual difficulties. I also supervise therapists in these specialist fields of work. There is never a one size fits all approach, always helping each individual/couple with how to overcome & recover from what is being presented. I love this job and the niches I work within and take professional pride to stay updated with advances in research and training to ensure i am able to help
Hi there, my names Dr Dane Duncan, I am an animal lover, Northerner, book-worm, rock climber... and Clinical Psychologist! I it can be hard finding a therapist who you can click with. My work follows a Narrative Therapy approach, drawing elements of Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy when helpful. I am also trained in 3 Trauma therapies (EMDR, NET & Tree of Life). For Relationships I blend System Theory with EFT/NVC/The Gottmans Approach with a twist of Queer Theory. There’s no single map for being human, I take a ‘many paths up the mountain’ approach, adapting the route to suit you.
Hi there, my names Dr Dane Duncan, I am an animal lover, Northerner, book-worm, rock climber... and Clinical Psychologist! I it can be hard finding a therapist who you can click with. My work follows a Narrative Therapy approach, drawing elements of Compassion-Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy when helpful. I am also trained in 3 Trauma therapies (EMDR, NET & Tree of Life). For Relationships I blend System Theory with EFT/NVC/The Gottmans Approach with a twist of Queer Theory. There’s no single map for being human, I take a ‘many paths up the mountain’ approach, adapting the route to suit you.
Life can be incredibly heavy, and sometimes the ways we’ve learned to cope just aren't enough anymore. Whether you are navigating the suffocating fog of depression, the constant hum of anxiety, or the complex layers of identity and trauma, I am here to hold space for you.
Our journey begins by gently identifying the specific hurdles you are facing. Then, we will create a personalised treatment plan—one designed specifically to help you reclaim your life and feel like "you" again. I believe therapy should be more than just talk; it should lead to tangible change. Many of my clients notice a significant lifting of their symptom.
Life can be incredibly heavy, and sometimes the ways we’ve learned to cope just aren't enough anymore. Whether you are navigating the suffocating fog of depression, the constant hum of anxiety, or the complex layers of identity and trauma, I am here to hold space for you.
Our journey begins by gently identifying the specific hurdles you are facing. Then, we will create a personalised treatment plan—one designed specifically to help you reclaim your life and feel like "you" again. I believe therapy should be more than just talk; it should lead to tangible change. Many of my clients notice a significant lifting of their symptom.
You might be holding it together all day - getting things done, showing up for others, and then falling apart when you finally stop. Your body stays tense, your mind won’t switch off, and sleep doesn’t bring the rest you need. You may feel jumpy, on edge, or disconnected from yourself and the people around you, without always knowing why.
I offer trauma-informed counselling and EMDR in Sheffield for adults experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, emotional exhaustion, and the lasting impact of difficult or overwhelming experiences.
You might be holding it together all day - getting things done, showing up for others, and then falling apart when you finally stop. Your body stays tense, your mind won’t switch off, and sleep doesn’t bring the rest you need. You may feel jumpy, on edge, or disconnected from yourself and the people around you, without always knowing why.
I offer trauma-informed counselling and EMDR in Sheffield for adults experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, emotional exhaustion, and the lasting impact of difficult or overwhelming experiences.
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I specialise in working with adults who are navigating big life transitions, often as a result of trauma. I work with grief, loss, sexual trauma, break-ups and burnout, and the big questions these experiences bring: Who am I now? What really matters? How can I live with more authenticity?
You might be stuck in familiar relationship patterns, swinging between craving closeness and connection and then finding yourself overwhelmed and wanting to withdraw. You may struggle to set boundaries and ask for what you need, never feeling good enough or constantly comparing yourself to others.
I specialise in working with adults who are navigating big life transitions, often as a result of trauma. I work with grief, loss, sexual trauma, break-ups and burnout, and the big questions these experiences bring: Who am I now? What really matters? How can I live with more authenticity?
You might be stuck in familiar relationship patterns, swinging between craving closeness and connection and then finding yourself overwhelmed and wanting to withdraw. You may struggle to set boundaries and ask for what you need, never feeling good enough or constantly comparing yourself to others.
Hello, I’m Paul Wolstenholme, a fully qualified integrative transpersonal psychotherapist. I offer soul-centred talking therapy, offering a safe and compassionate space for adult individuals to embrace their true self, spirit, purpose and potential, access inner wisdom, mindfully navigate life’s challenges, heal trauma, foster positive relationships, work towards goals and achieve healthy balance in mind, body, heart and soul.
I am trauma-informed and work in a holistic, spiritual and creative manner according to the client's needs. I work with clients at depth on an open-ended basis and I also offer short-term counselling.
Hello, I’m Paul Wolstenholme, a fully qualified integrative transpersonal psychotherapist. I offer soul-centred talking therapy, offering a safe and compassionate space for adult individuals to embrace their true self, spirit, purpose and potential, access inner wisdom, mindfully navigate life’s challenges, heal trauma, foster positive relationships, work towards goals and achieve healthy balance in mind, body, heart and soul.
I am trauma-informed and work in a holistic, spiritual and creative manner according to the client's needs. I work with clients at depth on an open-ended basis and I also offer short-term counselling.
My training was based in Buddhist psychology.
Sometimes we need to talk. Or unload. Or work out what needs to change. Sometimes we need to do this with someone who's NOT family or a friend or colleague - someone who can listen deeply and confidentially, with fresh ears - with no bias or judgement. Someone who's steady, accepting and unshockable. What does counselling with me look like? Well, there's no one-size-fits-all. I will tailor it to your needs, session by session. You may have clear objectives, or none at all. It's all ok. We can work it out. I'll certainly want to get to know YOU as a human being, not just the 'issue' you're bringing.
My training was based in Buddhist psychology.
Sometimes we need to talk. Or unload. Or work out what needs to change. Sometimes we need to do this with someone who's NOT family or a friend or colleague - someone who can listen deeply and confidentially, with fresh ears - with no bias or judgement. Someone who's steady, accepting and unshockable. What does counselling with me look like? Well, there's no one-size-fits-all. I will tailor it to your needs, session by session. You may have clear objectives, or none at all. It's all ok. We can work it out. I'll certainly want to get to know YOU as a human being, not just the 'issue' you're bringing.
I am a qualified, experienced therapist and clinical supervisor working in Nottingham with clients seeking support when they are struggling with emotional or mental health challenges. Many people seek therapy when they are feeling vulnerable and experiencing challenging times, due to past experiences or events that are happening in the present day. I understand how big this first step is. My role as a therapist is to provide you with a safe and confidential space to talk and help you explore the challenges you are currently facing and help you heal and find solutions. I have worked for the Priory Clinic, Steps Together Rehab.
I am a qualified, experienced therapist and clinical supervisor working in Nottingham with clients seeking support when they are struggling with emotional or mental health challenges. Many people seek therapy when they are feeling vulnerable and experiencing challenging times, due to past experiences or events that are happening in the present day. I understand how big this first step is. My role as a therapist is to provide you with a safe and confidential space to talk and help you explore the challenges you are currently facing and help you heal and find solutions. I have worked for the Priory Clinic, Steps Together Rehab.
Navigating a world built for neurotypical minds can be relentless. If you're neurodivergent (or wondering whether you might be), you may have spent years adapting, masking, and pushing through, often without support that truly fits.
I'm a neurodivergent therapist who specialises in working with ADHD, autism, and other forms of neurodivergence. I don't offer formulaic approaches. Instead, we work collaboratively to find what actually helps you, drawing on a range of therapeutic methods tailored to how you think, feel, and process the world.
I also work with a wide range of other difficulties, always meeting you as you are.
Navigating a world built for neurotypical minds can be relentless. If you're neurodivergent (or wondering whether you might be), you may have spent years adapting, masking, and pushing through, often without support that truly fits.
I'm a neurodivergent therapist who specialises in working with ADHD, autism, and other forms of neurodivergence. I don't offer formulaic approaches. Instead, we work collaboratively to find what actually helps you, drawing on a range of therapeutic methods tailored to how you think, feel, and process the world.
I also work with a wide range of other difficulties, always meeting you as you are.
Amanda has a natural connection with people and is working well with those with ASD and ADHD and has been working for 4 years with various levels of need - she was diagnosed 3 year, so gets it - Amanda works with the LGBTQAI+ community and specialises in helping those through the transition process. She is a fully trained hypnotherapist, who uses hypnosis if and when a client wants to try it - we have great success with combined therapies- Amanda also works with families to cope with family issues and couples who wish to solve marital issues if you wish to know more please feel free to look at my website (being updated at the mo)
Amanda has a natural connection with people and is working well with those with ASD and ADHD and has been working for 4 years with various levels of need - she was diagnosed 3 year, so gets it - Amanda works with the LGBTQAI+ community and specialises in helping those through the transition process. She is a fully trained hypnotherapist, who uses hypnosis if and when a client wants to try it - we have great success with combined therapies- Amanda also works with families to cope with family issues and couples who wish to solve marital issues if you wish to know more please feel free to look at my website (being updated at the mo)
As a psychotherapist since 2001, I offer compassionate support—online (live chat, phone, or video sessions) and in-person—to help you navigate life's challenges and rediscover your inner strength and purpose. Whether you're seeking clarity during difficult times, healing from past experiences, or striving for personal growth, I provide a safe, confidential space tailored to your unique needs. My services include individual and couples therapy (including sexual and pornography addiction; fees may differ) group therapy and specialized workshops focusing on mother-daughter, father-daughter relationships.
As a psychotherapist since 2001, I offer compassionate support—online (live chat, phone, or video sessions) and in-person—to help you navigate life's challenges and rediscover your inner strength and purpose. Whether you're seeking clarity during difficult times, healing from past experiences, or striving for personal growth, I provide a safe, confidential space tailored to your unique needs. My services include individual and couples therapy (including sexual and pornography addiction; fees may differ) group therapy and specialized workshops focusing on mother-daughter, father-daughter relationships.
I am trained in a number of approaches but first and foremost I begin with a person centred approach. This means I will listen to you and together we can build a way of working that suits you best - I am here to hear how things are from your point of view. Counselling offers an opportunity to explore what matters at the heart of your life with an experienced professional in a quiet, confidential setting. In a first appointment we can explore together what you're looking for from therapy. We can meet weekly or fortnightly to explore a focused goal or we can just make space to gently explore how you're feeling and see what comes up!
I am trained in a number of approaches but first and foremost I begin with a person centred approach. This means I will listen to you and together we can build a way of working that suits you best - I am here to hear how things are from your point of view. Counselling offers an opportunity to explore what matters at the heart of your life with an experienced professional in a quiet, confidential setting. In a first appointment we can explore together what you're looking for from therapy. We can meet weekly or fortnightly to explore a focused goal or we can just make space to gently explore how you're feeling and see what comes up!
Hi, I'm a queer, non-binary, Integrative Psychotherapist specialising in Gender, Sexual and Relationship Diversity with 14 years as a therapist in private practice.
I work with clients from across the whole of the UK online. I also see clients in person at my office in Wakefield and outdoors in a beautiful nature reserve near York.
Hi, I'm a queer, non-binary, Integrative Psychotherapist specialising in Gender, Sexual and Relationship Diversity with 14 years as a therapist in private practice.
I work with clients from across the whole of the UK online. I also see clients in person at my office in Wakefield and outdoors in a beautiful nature reserve near York.
Hello and welcome to my page. You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, trauma or relationship difficulties that feel hard to manage alone. You might be feeling overwhelmed, burnt out or emotionally stuck, or unsure why things feel as difficult as they do. Often, people come wanting to understand themselves better, make sense of their experiences, and find a way to live with greater clarity, emotional capacity and choice.
Hello and welcome to my page. You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, trauma or relationship difficulties that feel hard to manage alone. You might be feeling overwhelmed, burnt out or emotionally stuck, or unsure why things feel as difficult as they do. Often, people come wanting to understand themselves better, make sense of their experiences, and find a way to live with greater clarity, emotional capacity and choice.
Are you navigating a period where life no longer feels familiar, after loss, separation, relocation, illness, or a major life transition? Perhaps you’ve been holding everything together for a long time, yet quietly feel unmoored, uncertain, or unlike yourself.
You don’t have to face this period of change alone.
I work with adults facing significant change who want a calm, thoughtful space to make sense of what has shifted. Many of the people I support are capable, reflective individuals who find themselves at an unexpected crossroads — grieving not only what has been lost, but questioning who they are now and how to move forward.
Are you navigating a period where life no longer feels familiar, after loss, separation, relocation, illness, or a major life transition? Perhaps you’ve been holding everything together for a long time, yet quietly feel unmoored, uncertain, or unlike yourself.
You don’t have to face this period of change alone.
I work with adults facing significant change who want a calm, thoughtful space to make sense of what has shifted. Many of the people I support are capable, reflective individuals who find themselves at an unexpected crossroads — grieving not only what has been lost, but questioning who they are now and how to move forward.
Clients often tell me they value having space to offload, slow down, and make sense of what they are feeling. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure what is going on beneath the surface, but you know something needs to shift. You might want clarity, coping tools, or simply someone to sit with you in what you are carrying. You do not need to have it all figured out. I will work with you to explore what is going on and help you move at your own pace in a way that feels right for you.
Clients often tell me they value having space to offload, slow down, and make sense of what they are feeling. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure what is going on beneath the surface, but you know something needs to shift. You might want clarity, coping tools, or simply someone to sit with you in what you are carrying. You do not need to have it all figured out. I will work with you to explore what is going on and help you move at your own pace in a way that feels right for you.
You may be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or stuck, unsure why life feels hard. You might be searching for understanding, hoping to improve relationships, gain clarity, or feel more at ease in yourself. Therapy can offer a safe, supportive space to explore your thoughts and feelings, uncover new perspectives, reflect on what matters most, and develop practical ways to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and peace of mind. Everyone is welcome here, and all aspects of who you are are seen and valued, including neurodiversity and LGBTQIA+ identities.
You may be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or stuck, unsure why life feels hard. You might be searching for understanding, hoping to improve relationships, gain clarity, or feel more at ease in yourself. Therapy can offer a safe, supportive space to explore your thoughts and feelings, uncover new perspectives, reflect on what matters most, and develop practical ways to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and peace of mind. Everyone is welcome here, and all aspects of who you are are seen and valued, including neurodiversity and LGBTQIA+ identities.
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Is buddhism beneficial for mental health?
While Buddhism itself is not a treatment for mental health conditions, its practices can greatly enhance mental well-being by introducing coping skills and ideas that promote overall wellness. Key Buddhist practices, such as mindfulness, have been shown to alleviate symptoms of various mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma. Moreover, Buddhism's focus on self-compassion, non-judgment, and acceptance can benefit individuals with particularly negative or self-critical thought patterns.
What are the concepts and principles of buddhism as a therapeutic approach?
Core Buddhist principles are often used in therapy to help clients gain insight into their thoughts and emotions. Concepts such as suffering (dukkha) and impermanence (anicca) are applied to help clients recognise that common forms of suffering, like repetitive negative thought patterns, can be accepted and viewed as impermanent. The Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path are additional core concepts utilised frequently in Buddhist therapy sessions. The Four Noble Truths highlight the existence of suffering as an inherent part of the human experience—an insight frequently used to move clients toward greater acceptance. The Eightfold Path, which includes right understanding, right thought, right speech, right action, right livelihood, right effort, right concentration, and right mindfulness, offers practical skills to alleviate suffering.
What is the buddhist approach and practice during a therapy session?
Therapists informed by Buddhist principles often integrate mindfulness and meditation practices into therapy sessions to help clients cultivate greater acceptance, compassion, and non-judgment toward themselves and others. Typically, Buddhist therapists guide clients through mindfulness exercises, such as breathing exercises or body scans, and encourage them to practice similar exercises outside of sessions. Additionally, many Buddhist therapists utilise elements of Positive Psychology or Compassion-Focused Therapy, which can help reduce symptoms of self-criticism and shame common among clients with various mental health conditions. In general, Buddhist therapists strive to embody the compassion and non-judgmental approach they promote, often incorporating exercises aimed at developing compassion in session, such as loving-kindness meditation (Metta).
Is mindfulness the same as buddhism in the context of therapy?
While Buddhist therapists frequently integrate mindfulness practices into therapy sessions, the terms mindfulness and Buddhism are not synonymous in the context of therapy. Therapists may use mindfulness techniques, such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), without identifying as a Buddhist therapist. In contrast, those practicing within a Buddhist belief framework typically encourage mindfulness therapies, in addition to foundational Buddhist beliefs, such as the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. These therapists may also guide clients toward a deeper understanding of Buddhist philosophy, unlike those who use Buddhist mindfulness principles without the broader spiritual context.