Parenting Counselling in Skelmersdale
I offer talking therapy in a confidential, safe and relaxing environment. It may be easier to talk about personal issues, in an alternative place, with someone who is not involved and is totally non-judgemental. Counselling is my passion! I believe we were born to be real...not perfect. My belief in the process, how it works and in particular how the working alliance can help you to move forward never stops.
I offer talking therapy in a confidential, safe and relaxing environment. It may be easier to talk about personal issues, in an alternative place, with someone who is not involved and is totally non-judgemental. Counselling is my passion! I believe we were born to be real...not perfect. My belief in the process, how it works and in particular how the working alliance can help you to move forward never stops.
I help teens carve out their identity in a world full of labels while supporting the parents and professionals navigating the chaos with them.
Every day, I work with people tackling anxiety, anger, relationship chaos, and all those “for F$%& sake” moments. Let me say this loud and clear: you’re not broken! Therapy isn’t about fixing you, it’s about understanding yourself, finding clarity, and learning how to take on challenges in a way that feels right.
I help teens carve out their identity in a world full of labels while supporting the parents and professionals navigating the chaos with them.
Every day, I work with people tackling anxiety, anger, relationship chaos, and all those “for F$%& sake” moments. Let me say this loud and clear: you’re not broken! Therapy isn’t about fixing you, it’s about understanding yourself, finding clarity, and learning how to take on challenges in a way that feels right.
Feeling overwhelmed, confused or in a mess? Perhaps you are at a point in your life when your ideas of where you should be don't match up with where you are. Does it seem as though there is no way out of your current situation? I can help navigate your way through these feelings so you have more clarity and choice about what you think, feel, and do. Together we will work to identify both the aspects of your life that are working for you, as well as the aspects that may benefit from deeper understanding and awareness.
Feeling overwhelmed, confused or in a mess? Perhaps you are at a point in your life when your ideas of where you should be don't match up with where you are. Does it seem as though there is no way out of your current situation? I can help navigate your way through these feelings so you have more clarity and choice about what you think, feel, and do. Together we will work to identify both the aspects of your life that are working for you, as well as the aspects that may benefit from deeper understanding and awareness.
Relationship Counselling 'All Couples' welcome. Face2Face or On-line...Diane Feeney Elements in Counselling. Click below or the right 'view' or 'my website' Mobile: 07494120291.
Relationship Counselling 'All Couples' welcome. Face2Face or On-line...Diane Feeney Elements in Counselling. Click below or the right 'view' or 'my website' Mobile: 07494120291.
You may be struggling, feeling stuck and need a place to talk things through or unravel your thoughts, to gain some clarity or strategies to find a way forward. Talking to a counsellor can be helpful to gain perspective and insight into the issues that you are currently experiencing. Through the counselling process I have supported clients to develop or re-discover their self-belief or purpose and counselling can help to bring calm, balance or motivation where life may have become overwhelming. Feel free to contact me to see if I may be the right counsellor for you.
You may be struggling, feeling stuck and need a place to talk things through or unravel your thoughts, to gain some clarity or strategies to find a way forward. Talking to a counsellor can be helpful to gain perspective and insight into the issues that you are currently experiencing. Through the counselling process I have supported clients to develop or re-discover their self-belief or purpose and counselling can help to bring calm, balance or motivation where life may have become overwhelming. Feel free to contact me to see if I may be the right counsellor for you.
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Life has a way of presenting us with difficulties—whether it’s a tough beginning in childhood, an unexpected stressful event, a traumatic experience, or the ongoing demands of parenting.
As a clinical psychologist, I have specialised in trauma-focused and attachment-focused therapies. This means that I can help you explore how past relationships may be affecting you today and help you safely process painful experiences, reducing their impact while supporting you in creating healthier, more secure connections moving forward and resilience.
Life has a way of presenting us with difficulties—whether it’s a tough beginning in childhood, an unexpected stressful event, a traumatic experience, or the ongoing demands of parenting.
As a clinical psychologist, I have specialised in trauma-focused and attachment-focused therapies. This means that I can help you explore how past relationships may be affecting you today and help you safely process painful experiences, reducing their impact while supporting you in creating healthier, more secure connections moving forward and resilience.
At certain moments in life, we all need someone to walk alongside us for a while.
I provide psychotherapy in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin in a warm, supportive, and culturally sensitive environment.
Having been born and raised in Hong Kong, studied in the United States, and now living in the UK, I understand the complexities of navigating different cultures, identities, and expectations. I am passionate about supporting individuals from immigrant and cross-cultural backgrounds who may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught between worlds. Together, we can create space for greater healing and growth.
At certain moments in life, we all need someone to walk alongside us for a while.
I provide psychotherapy in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin in a warm, supportive, and culturally sensitive environment.
Having been born and raised in Hong Kong, studied in the United States, and now living in the UK, I understand the complexities of navigating different cultures, identities, and expectations. I am passionate about supporting individuals from immigrant and cross-cultural backgrounds who may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught between worlds. Together, we can create space for greater healing and growth.
I am a UKCP registered psychotherapist and work with adults and couples experiencing relationship and emotional difficulties.
People access therapy for many different reasons, but generally we are most likely to reach out for help when our usual coping strategies are no longer effective. At these times it may not be helpful to turn to family or friends, as their well-meaning support may not always help.
I offer weekly sessions in a calm and professional environment.
If you would be interested in working with me please get in touch by email and I will aim to respond within 24 hours.
I am a UKCP registered psychotherapist and work with adults and couples experiencing relationship and emotional difficulties.
People access therapy for many different reasons, but generally we are most likely to reach out for help when our usual coping strategies are no longer effective. At these times it may not be helpful to turn to family or friends, as their well-meaning support may not always help.
I offer weekly sessions in a calm and professional environment.
If you would be interested in working with me please get in touch by email and I will aim to respond within 24 hours.
It's not easy being a parent and it's not easy knowing that your child is going through a tough time.
I help children 0-16 years of age experiencing emotional, behavioural and mental health difficulties. I do this through a provision of therapeutic interventions and family support (play therapy, baby bonding, filial play coaching, DDP), in order to help children improve their emotional well-being and support them to reach their fullest potential.
It's not easy being a parent and it's not easy knowing that your child is going through a tough time.
I help children 0-16 years of age experiencing emotional, behavioural and mental health difficulties. I do this through a provision of therapeutic interventions and family support (play therapy, baby bonding, filial play coaching, DDP), in order to help children improve their emotional well-being and support them to reach their fullest potential.
I value working deeply and curiously to untangle challenges in people's experiences. So often we are stuck in relationships or in situations that don't serve us. However, with support, we can find out about where these issues originate and how to move forward with compassion. I work with attachment theory to unpick relational patterns and look at reactions and choices we make in life. I work with clients' Parts to begin to understand their inner world and build new ways of communicating, growing self-esteem and confidence. I love working with clients from a base of an authentic and trusting relationship on a medium/long-term basis.
I value working deeply and curiously to untangle challenges in people's experiences. So often we are stuck in relationships or in situations that don't serve us. However, with support, we can find out about where these issues originate and how to move forward with compassion. I work with attachment theory to unpick relational patterns and look at reactions and choices we make in life. I work with clients' Parts to begin to understand their inner world and build new ways of communicating, growing self-esteem and confidence. I love working with clients from a base of an authentic and trusting relationship on a medium/long-term basis.
I have extensive experience supporting ADHD, anxiety, low mood, grief, family and relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, and the emotional impact of migration and displacement.
I have over 15 years of experience in the mental health field across Egypt and the UK, supporting children, adolescents, and adults from diverse cultural backgrounds. I offer a compassionate, culturally sensitive, and tailored approach to therapy.
I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches, including client-centred therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and I weave creative modalities with talking therapy according to your pace and needs. These non-verbal methods offer different ways to express your thoughts and feelings, especially when it feels difficult to put your experience into words.
I offer sessions in both Arabic and English.
I have extensive experience supporting ADHD, anxiety, low mood, grief, family and relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, and the emotional impact of migration and displacement.
I have over 15 years of experience in the mental health field across Egypt and the UK, supporting children, adolescents, and adults from diverse cultural backgrounds. I offer a compassionate, culturally sensitive, and tailored approach to therapy.
I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches, including client-centred therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and I weave creative modalities with talking therapy according to your pace and needs. These non-verbal methods offer different ways to express your thoughts and feelings, especially when it feels difficult to put your experience into words.
I offer sessions in both Arabic and English.
Welcome! I’m a qualified and experienced Person-Centred therapist, and I see therapy as a space where you can be yourself without feeling judged or having to have everything figured out. I practice 100% online, offering a safe, confidential space where we can connect wherever you feel most comfortable.
Life can feel difficult and overwhelming at times, whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, navigating the shifts of parenthood, or just feeling a bit lost. Sometimes having someone outside of your usual circle to talk things through with can make a real difference.
Welcome! I’m a qualified and experienced Person-Centred therapist, and I see therapy as a space where you can be yourself without feeling judged or having to have everything figured out. I practice 100% online, offering a safe, confidential space where we can connect wherever you feel most comfortable.
Life can feel difficult and overwhelming at times, whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, navigating the shifts of parenthood, or just feeling a bit lost. Sometimes having someone outside of your usual circle to talk things through with can make a real difference.
With almost 20 years of knowledge and experience working for a leading mental health charity, my roles included Counsellor, Supervisor, Parenting Practitioner, Project Manager, Organisational Safeguarding Lead, and Head of Services within the Senior Leadership team.
My name is Deb, pronouns she/her, and I offer a range of therapy services designed for individuals aged 16 and over.
I have supported many clients and colleagues over the years with their wellbeing and mental health, along with having my own past lived experience. Exploration of who we are and how we empower ourselves is something I am passionate about and want to debunk the myth that therapy is only something to reach for in crisis, mental and emotional wellbeing maintenance is as important as physical maintenance.
With almost 20 years of knowledge and experience working for a leading mental health charity, my roles included Counsellor, Supervisor, Parenting Practitioner, Project Manager, Organisational Safeguarding Lead, and Head of Services within the Senior Leadership team.
My name is Deb, pronouns she/her, and I offer a range of therapy services designed for individuals aged 16 and over.
I have supported many clients and colleagues over the years with their wellbeing and mental health, along with having my own past lived experience. Exploration of who we are and how we empower ourselves is something I am passionate about and want to debunk the myth that therapy is only something to reach for in crisis, mental and emotional wellbeing maintenance is as important as physical maintenance.
Hi, my name is Mark and I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist specialising in work with children, their parent and young adults.
With over 13 years’ NHS experience, I draw on CBT, ACT, SFBT, Narrative Therapy and EMDR, tailoring therapy to each child and working collaboratively with parents, where helpful.
Hi, my name is Mark and I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist specialising in work with children, their parent and young adults.
With over 13 years’ NHS experience, I draw on CBT, ACT, SFBT, Narrative Therapy and EMDR, tailoring therapy to each child and working collaboratively with parents, where helpful.
I cover a range of issues, including Anxiety, Bereavement, Relationships, Parenting and Loss.
Hello, I’m Helen. I set up my practice to offer a space where every client would feel seen, understood and supported because life can be hard sometimes and having someone there just for you can often make a huge difference. Maybe you’re at personal or professional cross-roads, family or relationship issues are leaving you stressed out, or you’ve experienced a loss which has knocked you sideways. Whatever is going on for you this is a space where you can slow down, explore your thoughts and emotions, consider your choices and begin to move in the direction that's right for you.
I cover a range of issues, including Anxiety, Bereavement, Relationships, Parenting and Loss.
Hello, I’m Helen. I set up my practice to offer a space where every client would feel seen, understood and supported because life can be hard sometimes and having someone there just for you can often make a huge difference. Maybe you’re at personal or professional cross-roads, family or relationship issues are leaving you stressed out, or you’ve experienced a loss which has knocked you sideways. Whatever is going on for you this is a space where you can slow down, explore your thoughts and emotions, consider your choices and begin to move in the direction that's right for you.
Hi, I’m Julia, a Chartered Clinical Psychologist. I have worked for 16 years with people of all ages to help them to grain greater understanding of themselves and the situations they find themselves in. Those who seek support from a Clinical Psychologist might be struggling with their mood, anxiety, relationships, work or education.
Hi, I’m Julia, a Chartered Clinical Psychologist. I have worked for 16 years with people of all ages to help them to grain greater understanding of themselves and the situations they find themselves in. Those who seek support from a Clinical Psychologist might be struggling with their mood, anxiety, relationships, work or education.
I can help parents who are struggling to support their children due to developmental, health and attachment challenges.
Hello,
I am Rachel, a Chartered Psychologist with the BPS.
I am an experienced attachment and assessment specialist dedicated to fostering positive growth in families and professionals for over ten years. Utilising a blend of creative arts, coaching, and psychotherapy, I offer tailored support that empowers individuals to thrive. My compassionate approach ensures that every client feels understood and valued on their journey towards healing and connection. I use the transformative power of the therapeutic alliance to help you take the first step towards a brighter future.
I can help parents who are struggling to support their children due to developmental, health and attachment challenges.
Hello,
I am Rachel, a Chartered Psychologist with the BPS.
I am an experienced attachment and assessment specialist dedicated to fostering positive growth in families and professionals for over ten years. Utilising a blend of creative arts, coaching, and psychotherapy, I offer tailored support that empowers individuals to thrive. My compassionate approach ensures that every client feels understood and valued on their journey towards healing and connection. I use the transformative power of the therapeutic alliance to help you take the first step towards a brighter future.
I am described as a Specialist (integrative) Psychotherapist having with worked with children, families and adults/ parents/couples with complex/relational trauma for around 20 years. I able to carry out therapeutic assessments/analysis to help people understand their experiences, as well as provide psychotherapy for healing and supporting emotional/behavioural challenges and relational communication. I provide excellent insight to trauma education, relational issues and mental health. I use methods including art/CBT as well as the use of myself with some intuitive vigilance, excellent communication skills and warmth.
I am described as a Specialist (integrative) Psychotherapist having with worked with children, families and adults/ parents/couples with complex/relational trauma for around 20 years. I able to carry out therapeutic assessments/analysis to help people understand their experiences, as well as provide psychotherapy for healing and supporting emotional/behavioural challenges and relational communication. I provide excellent insight to trauma education, relational issues and mental health. I use methods including art/CBT as well as the use of myself with some intuitive vigilance, excellent communication skills and warmth.
I am a fully qualified and registered play therapist, trainee clinical supervisor. I offer tailored play therapy for children and families aged 4 years to adolescence, younger children when using a family approach. Offering support to you and your children with difficulties that impact day-to-day lives. This can be children who are withdrawn or unhappy, who experience friendship difficulties or nightmares. You may be experiencing struggles with behaviour or concentration. Play Therapy aids recovery for children who have suffered traumatic events. If your needs are not specified, please contact me to discuss further.
I am a fully qualified and registered play therapist, trainee clinical supervisor. I offer tailored play therapy for children and families aged 4 years to adolescence, younger children when using a family approach. Offering support to you and your children with difficulties that impact day-to-day lives. This can be children who are withdrawn or unhappy, who experience friendship difficulties or nightmares. You may be experiencing struggles with behaviour or concentration. Play Therapy aids recovery for children who have suffered traumatic events. If your needs are not specified, please contact me to discuss further.
I offer parent coaching for difficulties big or small and more extended parent led therapy.
I have worked with children, young people and their families for over 13 years. I work primary from an attachment perspective and am passionate about supporting children and young people to experience connection and safety in their relationships with caregivers. In doing this I tend to integrate a range of approaches including Video Interaction Guidance, Theraplay and PACE (from Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy).
I also offer individual therapy where I make use of approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy, compassion focused therapy and EMDR.
I offer parent coaching for difficulties big or small and more extended parent led therapy.
I have worked with children, young people and their families for over 13 years. I work primary from an attachment perspective and am passionate about supporting children and young people to experience connection and safety in their relationships with caregivers. In doing this I tend to integrate a range of approaches including Video Interaction Guidance, Theraplay and PACE (from Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy).
I also offer individual therapy where I make use of approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy, compassion focused therapy and EMDR.
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Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.