Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counselling in Shipley

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Monika Madhas
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
Hi, I'm Monika. Welcome to Prosperity Therapy. Well done, you've taken that first step in searching for support with whatever it is you're struggling with, and I'm here to help! I'm an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with 16 years of NHS experience. I offer one to one therapy online to adults using CBT to help you to work towards your therapy goals and reduce symptoms. I specialise in supporting people struggling with anxiety and low self esteem. Functioning with anxiety and pushing through day to day can be exhausting and can often lead to burnout.
Hi, I'm Monika. Welcome to Prosperity Therapy. Well done, you've taken that first step in searching for support with whatever it is you're struggling with, and I'm here to help! I'm an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with 16 years of NHS experience. I offer one to one therapy online to adults using CBT to help you to work towards your therapy goals and reduce symptoms. I specialise in supporting people struggling with anxiety and low self esteem. Functioning with anxiety and pushing through day to day can be exhausting and can often lead to burnout.
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Sophia Ahmad
Counsellor, BACP
Shipley BD18
I have completed extra certificates in safeguarding adults and children, child and adult bereavement, grief and loss, pregnancy miscarriage and PND, trauma and PTSD, death and diversity, anger management, islamic psychology and counselling, depression and anxiety, and domestic violence and abuse.
It is rare to find someone who sincerely and genuinely cares, accepts us without judgement, or has true understanding empathy for us. People often tell us how we should feel or how they think we should deal with our situation, not theirs. Sometimes even with conditions, otherwise we face consequences. Thinking of what benefits them, not us. Looking at things from their perspective, not ours. This can lead to pressure to handle things in a way we do not want to and being in a place we do not want to be. Living an unhappy unfilled life where our feelings are ignored and unmet. Resulting in being in a very lonely isolated place.
I have completed extra certificates in safeguarding adults and children, child and adult bereavement, grief and loss, pregnancy miscarriage and PND, trauma and PTSD, death and diversity, anger management, islamic psychology and counselling, depression and anxiety, and domestic violence and abuse.
It is rare to find someone who sincerely and genuinely cares, accepts us without judgement, or has true understanding empathy for us. People often tell us how we should feel or how they think we should deal with our situation, not theirs. Sometimes even with conditions, otherwise we face consequences. Thinking of what benefits them, not us. Looking at things from their perspective, not ours. This can lead to pressure to handle things in a way we do not want to and being in a place we do not want to be. Living an unhappy unfilled life where our feelings are ignored and unmet. Resulting in being in a very lonely isolated place.
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Gurchehn Singh
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
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Cat Brown
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
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.
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Charlotte Wisely
Counsellor, MBACP
Currently I am working closely with maternal issues such as pre and post natal anxiety and depression, perinatal OCD and birth trauma.
Offering Counselling and Psychotherapy to Individuals and Couples in Huddersfield and online. Professional experience in both charity sector and NHS with specialist trauma training and Play Therapy for younger clients. Working with Couples to develop communication and heal relationship wounds. Support with women's issues such as sexual trauma, peri and postnatal anxiety, depression, OCD and fertility issues. Affordable rates for Couples and 1 to 1 and low cost options available for accessible high quality mental health support.
Currently I am working closely with maternal issues such as pre and post natal anxiety and depression, perinatal OCD and birth trauma.
Offering Counselling and Psychotherapy to Individuals and Couples in Huddersfield and online. Professional experience in both charity sector and NHS with specialist trauma training and Play Therapy for younger clients. Working with Couples to develop communication and heal relationship wounds. Support with women's issues such as sexual trauma, peri and postnatal anxiety, depression, OCD and fertility issues. Affordable rates for Couples and 1 to 1 and low cost options available for accessible high quality mental health support.
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Rebecca Quinlan
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
I work with most presenting issues but have specialist experience in Long-term health conditions, issues in pregnancy, Postnatal issues and Birth Trauma.
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.
I work with most presenting issues but have specialist experience in Long-term health conditions, issues in pregnancy, Postnatal issues and Birth Trauma.
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.
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Louise McQuillan
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Hi I’m Louise, I help people feel safe to express & release their stuck emotions by using a gentle somatic approach to trauma therapy so that they are free to be their true selves in the world. I'm a specialist in working with anxiety, panic & symptoms of trauma. Trauma can be any stressful life event where we feel hopeless or overwhelmed. It may leave you feeling; jumpy or easily startled, experience flashbacks, nightmares or physical symptoms. You may not remember anything about it, feel disconnected from your body or numb. If it's exhausting just getting through the day or you want to stop certain coping mechanisms, reach out.
Hi I’m Louise, I help people feel safe to express & release their stuck emotions by using a gentle somatic approach to trauma therapy so that they are free to be their true selves in the world. I'm a specialist in working with anxiety, panic & symptoms of trauma. Trauma can be any stressful life event where we feel hopeless or overwhelmed. It may leave you feeling; jumpy or easily startled, experience flashbacks, nightmares or physical symptoms. You may not remember anything about it, feel disconnected from your body or numb. If it's exhausting just getting through the day or you want to stop certain coping mechanisms, reach out.
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Dr Danielle Gerson
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Waitlist for new clients
Looking for a compassionate, experienced, kind clinical psychologist? Perhaps you feel a bit stuck, as though you can't make sense of why you are feeling the way you are, or struggling to take the steps you need to move forwards? Do you feel low, anxious, a bit lost or guilty and are finding this is getting in the way of your life? Maybe you struggle with the idea that you do deserve a good and happy life. Have you had difficult life experiences that are still haunting you now and preventing you being the person you want to be? Do these difficulties impact on your relationship with yourself, and your relationship with others?
Looking for a compassionate, experienced, kind clinical psychologist? Perhaps you feel a bit stuck, as though you can't make sense of why you are feeling the way you are, or struggling to take the steps you need to move forwards? Do you feel low, anxious, a bit lost or guilty and are finding this is getting in the way of your life? Maybe you struggle with the idea that you do deserve a good and happy life. Have you had difficult life experiences that are still haunting you now and preventing you being the person you want to be? Do these difficulties impact on your relationship with yourself, and your relationship with others?
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Holly Marie Carroll
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
I also support individuals through pregnancy & postnatal challenges.
If you’re feeling trapped by anxiety, OCD, or self-doubt, you’re not alone. These struggles can be overwhelming, but with the right support, they don’t have to control your life. My approach combines creative and evidence-based strategies to help you regain confidence and take back control. With 13 years experience as a psychotherapist, I specialize in helping people break free from anxiety, traumatic events and OCD. I’ll help you understand why your symptoms present and teach you practical strategies to reduce them—so you can live life on your terms. If you're ready to take the first step toward change, I'd love to hear from you.
I also support individuals through pregnancy & postnatal challenges.
If you’re feeling trapped by anxiety, OCD, or self-doubt, you’re not alone. These struggles can be overwhelming, but with the right support, they don’t have to control your life. My approach combines creative and evidence-based strategies to help you regain confidence and take back control. With 13 years experience as a psychotherapist, I specialize in helping people break free from anxiety, traumatic events and OCD. I’ll help you understand why your symptoms present and teach you practical strategies to reduce them—so you can live life on your terms. If you're ready to take the first step toward change, I'd love to hear from you.
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Tanya Wardle
Verified Verified
I offer warm, personalised and sensitive therapy for women seeking to overcome strong negative emotions and trauma surrounding infertility, miscarriage, a difficult pregnancy, late term loss, a traumatic birth or postnatal period.
My specific expertise is to enable you to move quickly and as cost effectively as possible to a place where you feel calm, clear-headed and positive. The vast majority of women feel noticeable results after one session, with most women experiencing complete recovery from presenting symptoms after one, two or sometimes three sessions.
I offer warm, personalised and sensitive therapy for women seeking to overcome strong negative emotions and trauma surrounding infertility, miscarriage, a difficult pregnancy, late term loss, a traumatic birth or postnatal period.
My specific expertise is to enable you to move quickly and as cost effectively as possible to a place where you feel calm, clear-headed and positive. The vast majority of women feel noticeable results after one session, with most women experiencing complete recovery from presenting symptoms after one, two or sometimes three sessions.
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Kate Pegg
Counsellor, MBACP
Leeds LS7
I have years of experience working and volunteering with women from all walks of life, and specialise in supporting Mums in the perinatal period.
Are you finding Motherhood to be harder than you imagined? You might have concerns about low mood or feelings of anxiety, anger or rage. Do you have a harsh inner voice and want help being kinder to yourself? Perhaps you had traumatic birth or experienced infertility or loss on your journey. Maybe you're on maternity leave and want to feel in a better headspace before returning to work? You might be a Mum of older children, struggling to juggle life and hold the mental load. You could be experiencing difficult hormonal changes caused by PMS or PMDD, or transitioning through perimenopause/menopause. Feel free to email/text.
I have years of experience working and volunteering with women from all walks of life, and specialise in supporting Mums in the perinatal period.
Are you finding Motherhood to be harder than you imagined? You might have concerns about low mood or feelings of anxiety, anger or rage. Do you have a harsh inner voice and want help being kinder to yourself? Perhaps you had traumatic birth or experienced infertility or loss on your journey. Maybe you're on maternity leave and want to feel in a better headspace before returning to work? You might be a Mum of older children, struggling to juggle life and hold the mental load. You could be experiencing difficult hormonal changes caused by PMS or PMDD, or transitioning through perimenopause/menopause. Feel free to email/text.
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Frances Wild
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I support women during pregnancy and the postnatal period who may be experiencing anxiety, intrusive thoughts, low mood, or the impact of a difficult or traumatic birth.
I am a CBT therapist specialising in perinatal mental health. I support women experiencing postnatal anxiety, intrusive thoughts, pregnancy anxiety, birth trauma, and depression. I also offer EMDR therapy for traumatic or distressing experiences, I draw on Compassion Focused Therapy and Circle of Security Parenting to support the parent–child relationship.
I support women during pregnancy and the postnatal period who may be experiencing anxiety, intrusive thoughts, low mood, or the impact of a difficult or traumatic birth.
I am a CBT therapist specialising in perinatal mental health. I support women experiencing postnatal anxiety, intrusive thoughts, pregnancy anxiety, birth trauma, and depression. I also offer EMDR therapy for traumatic or distressing experiences, I draw on Compassion Focused Therapy and Circle of Security Parenting to support the parent–child relationship.
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Esther Calek
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
I specialise in bereavement and particular in perinatal loss .
Hi, if you are reading this, congratulations on taking the first step on reaching out for help. I imagine you are going through a rocky period, or maybe have come through a tough time and would like to reflect and feel emotionally stable again. Or perhaps you are simply interested in doing some work on resilience. Whatever your goal is I am here to support you in an empathic, supportive and confidential environment.
I specialise in bereavement and particular in perinatal loss .
Hi, if you are reading this, congratulations on taking the first step on reaching out for help. I imagine you are going through a rocky period, or maybe have come through a tough time and would like to reflect and feel emotionally stable again. Or perhaps you are simply interested in doing some work on resilience. Whatever your goal is I am here to support you in an empathic, supportive and confidential environment.
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Jo Cooper
Psychotherapist, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
I'm Jo Cooper, an experienced psychotherapist and counsellor educated to postgraduate level, holding a PGDip Professional Integrative Psychotherapy, and a Masters degree researching perinatal loss and reproductive trauma.
My academic and clinical training allows me to draw upon various 'talking therapy' approaches, to tailor a bespoke package of therapy. My focus is to build a collaborative and trusting relationship whereby difficulties and struggles can be explored in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment. I work with adult individuals, couples and familes.
I'm Jo Cooper, an experienced psychotherapist and counsellor educated to postgraduate level, holding a PGDip Professional Integrative Psychotherapy, and a Masters degree researching perinatal loss and reproductive trauma.
My academic and clinical training allows me to draw upon various 'talking therapy' approaches, to tailor a bespoke package of therapy. My focus is to build a collaborative and trusting relationship whereby difficulties and struggles can be explored in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment. I work with adult individuals, couples and familes.
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Ann Todd
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Leeds LS7
Often our anxieties and difficulties can weigh us down and we are unable to find a way forward. Perhaps we experience intrusive anxious thoughts or our inner critic is just too loud and holds us back. Maybe we keep repeating the same unhelpful behaviour again and again. Or perhaps past trauma feels too present and we are still experiencing its physical and emotional impact and the way it makes us behave. Our thoughts and feelings can be confusing and talking to friends and relatives may be too difficult. I provide a safe, respectful space in which you can explore your difficulties, gain insight and discover a way forward.
Often our anxieties and difficulties can weigh us down and we are unable to find a way forward. Perhaps we experience intrusive anxious thoughts or our inner critic is just too loud and holds us back. Maybe we keep repeating the same unhelpful behaviour again and again. Or perhaps past trauma feels too present and we are still experiencing its physical and emotional impact and the way it makes us behave. Our thoughts and feelings can be confusing and talking to friends and relatives may be too difficult. I provide a safe, respectful space in which you can explore your difficulties, gain insight and discover a way forward.
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Jacqueline Breeze
Counsellor, MBACP
Leeds LS6
I am a person centered counsellor with an interest in infertility, pregnancy and baby loss, birth trauma and adoption.
I can work with you to help you feel understood in a confidential, non-judgemental environment. I can help you to understand how and why you think and feel the way you do and provide coping strategies. This can enable you to develop self-confidence, self-esteem and acceptance of who you are. Self-confidence may reduce anxiety or depression and support resilience, which is the ability to recover and adjust to life’s challenges.
I am a person centered counsellor with an interest in infertility, pregnancy and baby loss, birth trauma and adoption.
I can work with you to help you feel understood in a confidential, non-judgemental environment. I can help you to understand how and why you think and feel the way you do and provide coping strategies. This can enable you to develop self-confidence, self-esteem and acceptance of who you are. Self-confidence may reduce anxiety or depression and support resilience, which is the ability to recover and adjust to life’s challenges.
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Dr Sharon Harvey
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
I have a particular interest in trauma, shame-base difficulties and perinatal issues.
I have a First in Psychology and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology In addition to using third-wave cognitive behavioural therapy (ACT and CFT), I have further training in a range of therapeutic approaches including eye movement desensitisation reprocessing (EMDR), emotion regulation and systemic family therapy (SFT).
I have a particular interest in trauma, shame-base difficulties and perinatal issues.
I have a First in Psychology and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology In addition to using third-wave cognitive behavioural therapy (ACT and CFT), I have further training in a range of therapeutic approaches including eye movement desensitisation reprocessing (EMDR), emotion regulation and systemic family therapy (SFT).
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Jenna Louise Schofield
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
Perinatal mental health is my specialism, but for over 15 years I've worked with anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, and everything in between.
Ever feel like you're just about keeping it together — stuck in the same patterns, overwhelmed, or quietly struggling in a way that's hard to put into words? You're not alone, and you don't have to keep managing it on your own. I work with adults feeling anxious, low, or stuck — especially during big life changes like early parenthood or those seasons of life where everything shifts at once. A lot of the people I work with are trying to do things a bit differently — to understand themselves better, break cycles that have been passed down through generations, and find healthier ways of coping and relating.
Perinatal mental health is my specialism, but for over 15 years I've worked with anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, and everything in between.
Ever feel like you're just about keeping it together — stuck in the same patterns, overwhelmed, or quietly struggling in a way that's hard to put into words? You're not alone, and you don't have to keep managing it on your own. I work with adults feeling anxious, low, or stuck — especially during big life changes like early parenthood or those seasons of life where everything shifts at once. A lot of the people I work with are trying to do things a bit differently — to understand themselves better, break cycles that have been passed down through generations, and find healthier ways of coping and relating.
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Sarah Ankamah
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Sometimes the road gets rough, and the things we've always found so easy to do suddenly become overwhelming, that's when we need someone to talk to; Someone to listen and possibly shed a light in the darkness. At the heart of my practice is the belief that every person deserves a safe, compassionate space to be heard, understood, and supported without judgement. My approach is warm and relational integrating evidence-based therapeutic approaches withe empathy, authenticity and respect for my client's unique experiences.I work collaboratively with clients to help them build emotional resilience, develop healthier coping strategies
Sometimes the road gets rough, and the things we've always found so easy to do suddenly become overwhelming, that's when we need someone to talk to; Someone to listen and possibly shed a light in the darkness. At the heart of my practice is the belief that every person deserves a safe, compassionate space to be heard, understood, and supported without judgement. My approach is warm and relational integrating evidence-based therapeutic approaches withe empathy, authenticity and respect for my client's unique experiences.I work collaboratively with clients to help them build emotional resilience, develop healthier coping strategies
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Sam Young
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Serves Area
CBT is the leading therapy for depression and anxiety. It uses evidence based treatment interventions to help individuals develop the knowledge and skills needed to overcome emotional difficulties. If you feel that you are stuck in a vicious cycle of feeling depressed, upset, and anxious, I can help you to notice and change problematic thinking styles and behaviour patterns so you can feel better and take control of your life.
CBT is the leading therapy for depression and anxiety. It uses evidence based treatment interventions to help individuals develop the knowledge and skills needed to overcome emotional difficulties. If you feel that you are stuck in a vicious cycle of feeling depressed, upset, and anxious, I can help you to notice and change problematic thinking styles and behaviour patterns so you can feel better and take control of your life.
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Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counsellors
What are the most effective ways to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns?
The most effective way to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns is by finding a therapist who has prior experience helping other patients overcome the challenge being faced. For example, a marriage and family therapist may have experience helping couples adjust to their new relationship dynamic. An anxiety specialist may have experience helping with phobias or illness anxiety related to the child’s health. A depression specialist may have experience treating postpartum depression.

When should I seek treatment for prenatal or postpartum concerns?
Pregnancy and the postpartum period involve intense physical and mental changes; a degree of upset and instability is normal. However, if these changes impair daily functioning, it may be time to seek help. This distinction is pertinent for postpartum depression: A period of teariness, irritability, and distress is difficult but normal in the one to two weeks after childbirth (sometimes called the “baby blues.”) But if feelings of sadness and hopelessness persist beyond that period, the person should seek treatment.

How do I manage worries during pregnancy or the postnatal period?
A therapist can help patients develop the tools they need to manage anxieties during or after pregnancy. Cognitive behavioural therapy can help people identify and reframe harmful patterns of thought, and change their behaviours. Other techniques and skills can allow people to develop acceptance, psychological flexibility, self-compassion, communication skills, and more.