Cancer Counselling in Shipley
We all have those times when things get on top of us; when we feel overwhelmed, anxious, depressed and unable to cope. We can feel stuck, trapped and that there’s no way forward. Perhaps work and the daily struggles of life are dragging you down? You’re feeling frazzled, stressed and anxious and can’t see a way out? Any one of these can take its toll on your self-confidence, we lose our mojo and everyday life just feels like an uphill struggle.
Therapy can give you that much needed time and space to get a fresh perspective on what’s troubling and help you to find new ways of dealing with whatever life’s throwing at you right now.
We all have those times when things get on top of us; when we feel overwhelmed, anxious, depressed and unable to cope. We can feel stuck, trapped and that there’s no way forward. Perhaps work and the daily struggles of life are dragging you down? You’re feeling frazzled, stressed and anxious and can’t see a way out? Any one of these can take its toll on your self-confidence, we lose our mojo and everyday life just feels like an uphill struggle.
Therapy can give you that much needed time and space to get a fresh perspective on what’s troubling and help you to find new ways of dealing with whatever life’s throwing at you right now.
I am a fully qualified Counsellor, i am an accredited member of the National Counselling Psychotherapy Society. (NCPS) I have always had a passion for helping others, and I have experience working with anxiety, depression, loss, bereavement and domestic abuse. I work with adults (18+) and my aim is to help clients overcome their struggles and develop self-understanding to enjoy a meaningful healthier, and happier future. I endeavour to create a safe space for clients to feel comfortable to be able to share things with me that are preventing them from moving forward.
I am a fully qualified Counsellor, i am an accredited member of the National Counselling Psychotherapy Society. (NCPS) I have always had a passion for helping others, and I have experience working with anxiety, depression, loss, bereavement and domestic abuse. I work with adults (18+) and my aim is to help clients overcome their struggles and develop self-understanding to enjoy a meaningful healthier, and happier future. I endeavour to create a safe space for clients to feel comfortable to be able to share things with me that are preventing them from moving forward.
My name is Gurchehn, I am a Counsellor/Psychotherapist. I offer therapy for anxiety, depression, low mood and relationship issues. I believe life can be a rollercoaster but within the challenges we face, we can have the ability to grow and develop. My background - I was born and raised in a traditional Punjabi household and have an understanding of cultural limitations. I found my passion supporting and empowering others whilst working as a case worker to support carers. I believe life can be a rollercoaster but within the challenges we face, we can have the ability to grow and develop.
My name is Gurchehn, I am a Counsellor/Psychotherapist. I offer therapy for anxiety, depression, low mood and relationship issues. I believe life can be a rollercoaster but within the challenges we face, we can have the ability to grow and develop. My background - I was born and raised in a traditional Punjabi household and have an understanding of cultural limitations. I found my passion supporting and empowering others whilst working as a case worker to support carers. I believe life can be a rollercoaster but within the challenges we face, we can have the ability to grow and develop.
Whatever your reasons for seeking counselling, I offer a warm, safe, supportive space to share your thoughts and feelings, building calm and resilience for the future.
I specialise in bereavement counselling and work in a person-centred, pluralistic way - which put simply, means I'll work in whatever way suits you best.
Whatever your reasons for seeking counselling, I offer a warm, safe, supportive space to share your thoughts and feelings, building calm and resilience for the future.
I specialise in bereavement counselling and work in a person-centred, pluralistic way - which put simply, means I'll work in whatever way suits you best.
When it’s not always possible to chat to a friend or loved one about personal issues counselling can be really helpful. Using a warm and down to earth style my sessions will use techniques to help discover the underlying symptoms, using a non direct approach. This will allow us to explore any issues you have, develop ways to overcome them, and move forward positively at a pace that feels right for you. As a fully qualified therapist, I offer help if you suffer emotional from problems with low self esteem, relationships, work related stress, abuse, child related issues, abandonment, drug abuse and addiction, amongst many others.
When it’s not always possible to chat to a friend or loved one about personal issues counselling can be really helpful. Using a warm and down to earth style my sessions will use techniques to help discover the underlying symptoms, using a non direct approach. This will allow us to explore any issues you have, develop ways to overcome them, and move forward positively at a pace that feels right for you. As a fully qualified therapist, I offer help if you suffer emotional from problems with low self esteem, relationships, work related stress, abuse, child related issues, abandonment, drug abuse and addiction, amongst many others.
I support people from all walks of life who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, trauma, or low self-esteem. Many seek a safe, non-judgemental space to talk, explore emotions, and find healthier ways forward. While my practice is open to everyone, I have a specialist focus on men’s mental health, offering a space where men can speak freely about pressures, identity, or past experiences. Together, we work towards greater clarity, resilience, and confidence in life.
I support people from all walks of life who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, trauma, or low self-esteem. Many seek a safe, non-judgemental space to talk, explore emotions, and find healthier ways forward. While my practice is open to everyone, I have a specialist focus on men’s mental health, offering a space where men can speak freely about pressures, identity, or past experiences. Together, we work towards greater clarity, resilience, and confidence in life.
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Hi, I’m Anita, and I believe counselling can offer a calm, reflective space where you can begin to understand yourself more deeply and make sense of what you’re experiencing. People come to counselling for different reasons. You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure why things feel difficult. You might be facing a specific challenge, noticing old patterns repeating, or finding that past experiences are still shaping your present. Sometimes there’s a sense that something isn’t right, and you want space to explore it. You don’t need to arrive with the right words or know what you want to work on, we can begin wherever you are.
Hi, I’m Anita, and I believe counselling can offer a calm, reflective space where you can begin to understand yourself more deeply and make sense of what you’re experiencing. People come to counselling for different reasons. You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure why things feel difficult. You might be facing a specific challenge, noticing old patterns repeating, or finding that past experiences are still shaping your present. Sometimes there’s a sense that something isn’t right, and you want space to explore it. You don’t need to arrive with the right words or know what you want to work on, we can begin wherever you are.
Experience in psycho-oncology (NHS/charity) supporting patients and carers with cancer, life-limiting illness, and complex psychosocial comorbidities.
Taking the first step to seek help can feel daunting, and I understand there may be many reasons why you are considering counselling. That’s why finding the right therapist is important and can be life-changing. I offer a complimentary phone consultation to explore if I'm the right option for you.
As a compassionate, experienced counsellor, psychotherapist and registered member of the BACP, I provide a warm, down-to-earth, safe and confidential space. Supporting you to explore your feelings, understand your experiences, and move towards positive change, personal growth, and increased resilience, at a pace that is right for you.
Experience in psycho-oncology (NHS/charity) supporting patients and carers with cancer, life-limiting illness, and complex psychosocial comorbidities.
Taking the first step to seek help can feel daunting, and I understand there may be many reasons why you are considering counselling. That’s why finding the right therapist is important and can be life-changing. I offer a complimentary phone consultation to explore if I'm the right option for you.
As a compassionate, experienced counsellor, psychotherapist and registered member of the BACP, I provide a warm, down-to-earth, safe and confidential space. Supporting you to explore your feelings, understand your experiences, and move towards positive change, personal growth, and increased resilience, at a pace that is right for you.
I work with clients who need to be listened to, who feel confused and don't know witch direction is right for them. Talking therapy offers the space to feel heard and find out what matter to you the most.
I work with clients who need to be listened to, who feel confused and don't know witch direction is right for them. Talking therapy offers the space to feel heard and find out what matter to you the most.
I also specialise in working with Breast Cancer, terminal illness and grief (be it about yourself, or dealing with a loved one's diagnosis).
Whether it's long term therapy you'd like, or a one off session about a current issue, I have a relaxing, discreet, purpose built private consultation room, where clients feel safe and comfortable. I'm also happy to meet via video call if that works best for you. I work in a relaxed, non judgemental and informal style, so will always let you set the pace.
I also specialise in working with Breast Cancer, terminal illness and grief (be it about yourself, or dealing with a loved one's diagnosis).
Whether it's long term therapy you'd like, or a one off session about a current issue, I have a relaxing, discreet, purpose built private consultation room, where clients feel safe and comfortable. I'm also happy to meet via video call if that works best for you. I work in a relaxed, non judgemental and informal style, so will always let you set the pace.
Almost 4 years' experience of providing therapy to clients experiencing cancer.
Looking into therapy might be a new experience for you, but you’re looking into it for a reason; whether it’s work-related stress, relationship issues, feeling low or anxious, experiencing low self-esteem, or trying to process something that has had an impact on your wellbeing. I offer a safe space for you to talk, and say things that you may find difficult to say to anyone else, or even say out loud. You won’t be judged, you will be accepted, heard and valued. I’m very down to earth, open minded and do not shock easily. My aim is to help you feel at ease so that we can work together to improve your wellbeing.
Almost 4 years' experience of providing therapy to clients experiencing cancer.
Looking into therapy might be a new experience for you, but you’re looking into it for a reason; whether it’s work-related stress, relationship issues, feeling low or anxious, experiencing low self-esteem, or trying to process something that has had an impact on your wellbeing. I offer a safe space for you to talk, and say things that you may find difficult to say to anyone else, or even say out loud. You won’t be judged, you will be accepted, heard and valued. I’m very down to earth, open minded and do not shock easily. My aim is to help you feel at ease so that we can work together to improve your wellbeing.
I offer discounted sessions to anyone aged 16/17, Blue light card holders & cancer warriors.
Areas of study I have covered -Person centred practice -Cognitive behavioural therapy -Solution focused -Neuro linguistic programming -Motivational interviewing techniques. I have experience over the past eight years working with clients with a range of issues I specialise in working with Anxiety, stress, Depression, chronic illness & Cancer.
I offer discounted sessions to anyone aged 16/17, Blue light card holders & cancer warriors.
Areas of study I have covered -Person centred practice -Cognitive behavioural therapy -Solution focused -Neuro linguistic programming -Motivational interviewing techniques. I have experience over the past eight years working with clients with a range of issues I specialise in working with Anxiety, stress, Depression, chronic illness & Cancer.
I work with young people (from 12 years), adults, couples and families, in two locations in Leeds, York and online - providing practical, emotional and psychological therapy using the latest therapeutic approaches, evidence from psychology and other sciences (called Human Givens). People may be experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, self harm, eating disorder, trauma, relationship issues, exploring identity, gender or how neurodiversity is affecting their life. Issues may be recent or longstanding. The focus of support is on helping others to take control of their mental health and wellbeing, to live their life in balance.
I work with young people (from 12 years), adults, couples and families, in two locations in Leeds, York and online - providing practical, emotional and psychological therapy using the latest therapeutic approaches, evidence from psychology and other sciences (called Human Givens). People may be experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, self harm, eating disorder, trauma, relationship issues, exploring identity, gender or how neurodiversity is affecting their life. Issues may be recent or longstanding. The focus of support is on helping others to take control of their mental health and wellbeing, to live their life in balance.
Hi there, my name is Donna, and I am a qualified counsellor and the founder of Time for Courage Counselling and Coaching. I offer a calm, supportive space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and start to make sense of what you are going through. My approach is warm, down-to-earth, and non-judgemental, with a focus on building a trusting relationship so that you feel safe to explore whatever you bring. I work in a person-centred way, which means we go at your pace and focus on what matters most to you.
Hi there, my name is Donna, and I am a qualified counsellor and the founder of Time for Courage Counselling and Coaching. I offer a calm, supportive space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and start to make sense of what you are going through. My approach is warm, down-to-earth, and non-judgemental, with a focus on building a trusting relationship so that you feel safe to explore whatever you bring. I work in a person-centred way, which means we go at your pace and focus on what matters most to you.
I am an Integrative Practitioner, which means I can blend a range of therapeutic techniques tailored to support you to achieve your goals and/or the focus of your therapy journey. Through psycho-education and appropriate therapy interventions, I will support you to understand where your difficulties originate from, how they are continuing to impacting you in the here and now, so you begin to move forward towards a more emotionally balanced version of yourself. I very much take the view we are two experts working collaboratively together to move you into a more positive psychological space.
I am an Integrative Practitioner, which means I can blend a range of therapeutic techniques tailored to support you to achieve your goals and/or the focus of your therapy journey. Through psycho-education and appropriate therapy interventions, I will support you to understand where your difficulties originate from, how they are continuing to impacting you in the here and now, so you begin to move forward towards a more emotionally balanced version of yourself. I very much take the view we are two experts working collaboratively together to move you into a more positive psychological space.
In my experience the most effective ways to deal with emotional and psychological difficulties problems are to address the underlying causes. This often involves understanding how you got to where you are now, including the impact others have had on you. Finding ways of improving your relationships is also often central to being able to make changes and feeling more able to deal with the challenges you face.
In my experience the most effective ways to deal with emotional and psychological difficulties problems are to address the underlying causes. This often involves understanding how you got to where you are now, including the impact others have had on you. Finding ways of improving your relationships is also often central to being able to make changes and feeling more able to deal with the challenges you face.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure why certain emotions or body sensations keep showing up. Many people I work with feel disconnected from themselves or stuck in overwhelming patterns they can’t quite explain, often for a long period of time. I offer a calm, supportive space to explore what’s happening in your body and nervous system, helping you feel more grounded, regulated and connected again. This way of working can be particularly helpful if anxiety, stress or trauma show up physically through tension, fatigue, pain or shutdown.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure why certain emotions or body sensations keep showing up. Many people I work with feel disconnected from themselves or stuck in overwhelming patterns they can’t quite explain, often for a long period of time. I offer a calm, supportive space to explore what’s happening in your body and nervous system, helping you feel more grounded, regulated and connected again. This way of working can be particularly helpful if anxiety, stress or trauma show up physically through tension, fatigue, pain or shutdown.
Have you been feeling stressed? Struggling with worries or panic? Is fear stopping you from doing what you would like to? Has your get up and go, gone? I am a compassionate and highly experienced CBT Therapist/EMDR/ACT/CFT Therapist and Mindfulness Teacher with over eighteen years experience in NHS and specialist health care settings. I offer a confidential and professional service delivering high quality evidence based effective therapy to promote wellbeing and improve quality of life. I will work alongside you in your journey to help you learn the tools and techniques that can be used daily to meet your therapy goals.
Have you been feeling stressed? Struggling with worries or panic? Is fear stopping you from doing what you would like to? Has your get up and go, gone? I am a compassionate and highly experienced CBT Therapist/EMDR/ACT/CFT Therapist and Mindfulness Teacher with over eighteen years experience in NHS and specialist health care settings. I offer a confidential and professional service delivering high quality evidence based effective therapy to promote wellbeing and improve quality of life. I will work alongside you in your journey to help you learn the tools and techniques that can be used daily to meet your therapy goals.
I offer a Professional Counselling and Psychotherapy Service. If you are searching for a Therapist then it is likely that you are feeling some kind of emotional distress, dissatisfaction, emptiness or a lack of purpose. From time to time virtually everyone will experience life events that cause significant distress. These events maybe recent or may have occurred many years ago. Counselling and Psychotherapy are not only helpful for big traumatic life events but can also be beneficial when you are feeling ‘stuck’ or at a ‘cross roads’ point in your life. I work with individuals and offer couples therapy.
I offer a Professional Counselling and Psychotherapy Service. If you are searching for a Therapist then it is likely that you are feeling some kind of emotional distress, dissatisfaction, emptiness or a lack of purpose. From time to time virtually everyone will experience life events that cause significant distress. These events maybe recent or may have occurred many years ago. Counselling and Psychotherapy are not only helpful for big traumatic life events but can also be beneficial when you are feeling ‘stuck’ or at a ‘cross roads’ point in your life. I work with individuals and offer couples therapy.
I will work with you as a whole person, whatever issues you choose to bring to therapy. However, my current role counselling patients and families in a palliative care hospice has given me particular experience in supporting clients experiencing bereavement, pre-bereavement, and terminal illness. I am also skilled in working with anxiety and depression, relationship problems, and in working with young people on building self-esteem and gaining the confidence to achieve their goals.
I will work with you as a whole person, whatever issues you choose to bring to therapy. However, my current role counselling patients and families in a palliative care hospice has given me particular experience in supporting clients experiencing bereavement, pre-bereavement, and terminal illness. I am also skilled in working with anxiety and depression, relationship problems, and in working with young people on building self-esteem and gaining the confidence to achieve their goals.
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How does cancer affect mental health?
A cancer diagnosis is a major life event that can significantly influence the mental health of any individual. Being diagnosed with cancer often introduces a sense of uncertainty about the future, which can cause clients to experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, and significant distress. Many cancer patients may also worry about the toll that their diagnosis may have on their family, their physical health, their job, and their financial situation. The compounding of such stressors can also decrease mental health in clients and may lead to additional symptoms that can influence mental health, such as sleeping difficulties or social withdrawal.
What is the best psychological therapy for cancer patients?
The best type of psychological therapy for cancer patients is highly dependent on the needs of the individual. The therapy type that a client benefits from may also depend on what stage of the cancer journey they are in. Recently diagnosed cancer patients, for instance, may benefit from therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which can help clients develop skills to manage the emotional distress that comes with a cancer diagnosis. Alternatively, cancer patients further along in their journey may benefit from therapies like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or other forms of mindfulness therapy to help manage symptoms or physical pain associated with treatment. Clients may also consider group therapy, which offers cancer patients an opportunity to receive support from other individuals dealing with a cancer diagnosis.
Are there any risks or drawbacks in going to therapy while dealing with cancer?
Although attending therapy while dealing with a cancer diagnosis can be helpful, one major concern for cancer patients can be the financial cost of seeking therapy. Many therapists are out-of-network, meaning they do not accept insurance, and thus clients are expected to pay the entirety of the session fee. Since many cancer patients may be out of work as a result of their diagnosis or cancer treatment regimen, the costs of therapy sessions can be substantial. Luckily, many cancer centers and local clinics may offer free or substantially reduced-cost counselling services to cancer patients and their families. In addition, cancer patients may be eligible for grants or other forms of funding from local agencies and nonprofits to seek therapy for their cancer diagnosis. Such opportunities can be very helpful for cancer patients, as they allow clients to obtain the benefits of therapy without the financial strain.
How long does cancer therapy typically last?
The length of cancer therapy depends on the needs of each client. In some cases, cancer patients may only require therapeutic support during the period following their initial diagnosis—to help manage the uncertainty and shock of a cancer diagnosis. In other cases, clients may choose to receive therapy throughout their treatment, and even following, their cancer journey. Pursuing therapy for a longer period of time can help clients develop a deeper relationship with their therapist and provide opportunity to process the challenges presented by cancer treatment, such as physical pain, and challenges associated with cancer survivorship, such as ongoing identity concerns, physical limitations, or relationship challenges.