Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Counselling in Solihull

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Emma Carrington
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
5 Endorsed
My counselling approach combines aspects of Person Centred Therapy, Transactional Analysis and Psychodynamic Therapy. As a counsellor my job is to help you to both make sense of what is happening to you and to find a way to live with the challenges you are facing. I strongly believe that the best way to do this is to create a safe relationship where you don’t feel judged and can explore all of your feelings. My counselling approach combines aspects of Person Centred Therapy, Transactional Analysis and Psychodynamic Therapy. As a counsellor my job is to help you to both make sense of what is happening to you.
My counselling approach combines aspects of Person Centred Therapy, Transactional Analysis and Psychodynamic Therapy. As a counsellor my job is to help you to both make sense of what is happening to you and to find a way to live with the challenges you are facing. I strongly believe that the best way to do this is to create a safe relationship where you don’t feel judged and can explore all of your feelings. My counselling approach combines aspects of Person Centred Therapy, Transactional Analysis and Psychodynamic Therapy. As a counsellor my job is to help you to both make sense of what is happening to you.
0117 463 0464 View 0117 463 0464
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Suzy Zimmermann
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Hello, welcome to my profile. Based close to Solihull town centre, I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist offering a warm, professional, and non-judgemental space to support your mental and emotional well-being. Whether you’re starting therapy for the first time or continuing your journey, I provide a flexible range of appointment times to fit your schedule, including early mornings, daytime, and evenings.
Hello, welcome to my profile. Based close to Solihull town centre, I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist offering a warm, professional, and non-judgemental space to support your mental and emotional well-being. Whether you’re starting therapy for the first time or continuing your journey, I provide a flexible range of appointment times to fit your schedule, including early mornings, daytime, and evenings.
07961 922583 View 07961 922583
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Gabriel Laurent Cadet de Fontenay
Psychologist, MA, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, hopeless, disconnected, stressed? Are you struggling to move on from a loss or difficult experience? Maybe you feel "different" and like "nothing is working"? Life can be surprisingly challenging, and you needn't face it alone. Together, we can better understand your concerns and work on evidence-based strategies to help you make real change and get your life back. Imagine feeling fulfilled, energised, and equipped with the skills to live the life you want. Therapy is a supportive journey where we can work together to help you towards this reality.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, hopeless, disconnected, stressed? Are you struggling to move on from a loss or difficult experience? Maybe you feel "different" and like "nothing is working"? Life can be surprisingly challenging, and you needn't face it alone. Together, we can better understand your concerns and work on evidence-based strategies to help you make real change and get your life back. Imagine feeling fulfilled, energised, and equipped with the skills to live the life you want. Therapy is a supportive journey where we can work together to help you towards this reality.
0121 728 2225 View 0121 728 2225
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Dr Rebecca Morgan
Counsellor, PhD, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted from masking feelings of shame, feeling "different", or like there's something wrong with you? I understand that things may look manageable from the outside when inside, it feels like a constant effort. As an AuDHD therapist, I bring both lived understanding and over 20 years' professional experience in psychology and mental health. I recognise how important it is to feel truly seen and accepted as you are, not to be "fixed". I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space to help make sense of your experiences at your own pace. Please get in touch to arrange a chat - I'd love to hear from you.
Are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted from masking feelings of shame, feeling "different", or like there's something wrong with you? I understand that things may look manageable from the outside when inside, it feels like a constant effort. As an AuDHD therapist, I bring both lived understanding and over 20 years' professional experience in psychology and mental health. I recognise how important it is to feel truly seen and accepted as you are, not to be "fixed". I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space to help make sense of your experiences at your own pace. Please get in touch to arrange a chat - I'd love to hear from you.
0121 816 0101 View 0121 816 0101
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Andrew Peter Murray
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
You have made it this far because you have realised that this issue is now causing you emotional or psychological pain.  You owe it to yourself to take the next step and go and reach out for help whether it be with myself or another therapist.  If you’re feeling overwhelmed by trauma, caught in cycles of anxiety or depression, or struggling to navigate the complexities of your relationships—you’re not alone. And you don’t have to face it all without support. With years of clinical experience, I offer a safe, skilled, and compassionate space to help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface—and begin the process of healing
You have made it this far because you have realised that this issue is now causing you emotional or psychological pain.  You owe it to yourself to take the next step and go and reach out for help whether it be with myself or another therapist.  If you’re feeling overwhelmed by trauma, caught in cycles of anxiety or depression, or struggling to navigate the complexities of your relationships—you’re not alone. And you don’t have to face it all without support. With years of clinical experience, I offer a safe, skilled, and compassionate space to help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface—and begin the process of healing
0121 726 4750 View 0121 726 4750
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Phinity Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
We will facilitate open and honest dialogue, so we may explore your concerns, anxieties, pain, trauma, or sadness, and uncover issues you might normally avoid because they feel threatening. This safe confrontation will allow you to learn how to process your challenges in a helpful way which is incredibly powerful, changing how you relate to yourself, others, and your world, thereby offering movement toward healing, growth, and.....joy.
We will facilitate open and honest dialogue, so we may explore your concerns, anxieties, pain, trauma, or sadness, and uncover issues you might normally avoid because they feel threatening. This safe confrontation will allow you to learn how to process your challenges in a helpful way which is incredibly powerful, changing how you relate to yourself, others, and your world, thereby offering movement toward healing, growth, and.....joy.
0121 661 2844 View 0121 661 2844
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Nadine Wilson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
I warmly welcome you to my page. You have taken a courageous first step towards improving your life satisfaction. I know that sometimes our sense of direction and ways of coping in life can get a little out of sync and even friends or loved ones seem absent or unable to help. Sometimes they're part of the problems we are dealing with. Whether you're seeking a simple improvement or healing from deep wounds, within yourself and/or with others, I can help.
I warmly welcome you to my page. You have taken a courageous first step towards improving your life satisfaction. I know that sometimes our sense of direction and ways of coping in life can get a little out of sync and even friends or loved ones seem absent or unable to help. Sometimes they're part of the problems we are dealing with. Whether you're seeking a simple improvement or healing from deep wounds, within yourself and/or with others, I can help.
0121 728 6603 View 0121 728 6603
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Becca Louise (BACP Accred)
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Counselling room in Castle Bromwich, Solihull, Birmingham and online UK. Hello, I warmly welcome you to my page for details of my trauma informed services. There can be times in life where things can feel overwhelming and challenging and it may be hard to reach out for the help and support that you deserve and that feels right for you. Reaching out for help and support is always a sign of strength and never weakness. During these challenging times, I am offering low cost counselling and psychotherapy which can be made available immediately for you through telephone, and online with me, through Teams, Zoom, Skype and WhatsApp.
Counselling room in Castle Bromwich, Solihull, Birmingham and online UK. Hello, I warmly welcome you to my page for details of my trauma informed services. There can be times in life where things can feel overwhelming and challenging and it may be hard to reach out for the help and support that you deserve and that feels right for you. Reaching out for help and support is always a sign of strength and never weakness. During these challenging times, I am offering low cost counselling and psychotherapy which can be made available immediately for you through telephone, and online with me, through Teams, Zoom, Skype and WhatsApp.
01675 620925 View 01675 620925
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Trusted Therapy LTD
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
My name is Leanne and I am an Integrative therapist with a Person-Centred core, offering a warm, non-judgmental space to explore anxiety, overthinking, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges. I draw on CBT, Psychodynamic, Narrative, and Solution-Focused approaches to support adults, children, and young people. I also offer clinical supervision for trainee and qualified therapists. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or seeking deeper self-understanding, I’m here to help you move forward with compassion and clarity.
My name is Leanne and I am an Integrative therapist with a Person-Centred core, offering a warm, non-judgmental space to explore anxiety, overthinking, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges. I draw on CBT, Psychodynamic, Narrative, and Solution-Focused approaches to support adults, children, and young people. I also offer clinical supervision for trainee and qualified therapists. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or seeking deeper self-understanding, I’m here to help you move forward with compassion and clarity.
01637 801067 View 01637 801067

More Therapists Nearby

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Romario Wanliss
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Working with myself in 90min session blocks, we will explore the most important relationship you will ever have, the one with yourself.
Working with myself in 90min session blocks, we will explore the most important relationship you will ever have, the one with yourself.
01562 540769 View 01562 540769
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Laura Jayne Nice
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I'm sex positive, sex worker allied and have experience of kink dynamics.
I have found that interpersonal relationship issues often intersect with deeper themes, such as patterns of relating formed in childhood, feelings of anxiety or overwhelm, identity exploration, or a sense of being stuck. I aim to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore these interconnected areas together and work toward positive change.
I'm sex positive, sex worker allied and have experience of kink dynamics.
I have found that interpersonal relationship issues often intersect with deeper themes, such as patterns of relating formed in childhood, feelings of anxiety or overwhelm, identity exploration, or a sense of being stuck. I aim to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore these interconnected areas together and work toward positive change.
020 3828 7396 View 020 3828 7396
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Jay McCarthy
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am sex worker allied, kink aware, and poly affirming.
The world feels really heavy right now. War, climate crisis, the rise of the far right, skyrocketing bills. And then there's your own personal struggles that you're trying to weather. If you're depressed, burnt out, or feeling overwhelmed, I offer a space to bring all of that - openly - without judgement. I am experienced in counselling LGBTQ+, neurodivergent (inc. autistic, BPD & ADHD) and chronically ill clients. I take a person-centred approach, not seeing you as broken or in need of fixing, but rather supporting you to make sense of what you're going through, and helping you figure out a way forward that really works for you.
I am sex worker allied, kink aware, and poly affirming.
The world feels really heavy right now. War, climate crisis, the rise of the far right, skyrocketing bills. And then there's your own personal struggles that you're trying to weather. If you're depressed, burnt out, or feeling overwhelmed, I offer a space to bring all of that - openly - without judgement. I am experienced in counselling LGBTQ+, neurodivergent (inc. autistic, BPD & ADHD) and chronically ill clients. I take a person-centred approach, not seeing you as broken or in need of fixing, but rather supporting you to make sense of what you're going through, and helping you figure out a way forward that really works for you.
07737 426052 View 07737 426052
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Kaitlyn Hillier
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Online Only
I have experience working with anxiety, grief, depression, interpersonal-relational issues, intimacy, sexuality, self-confidence, self-esteem, self-awareness, and personality. I am committed to anti-oppressive practice, freedom from judgement or marginalization, and empowerment. I have experience working with the LGBTQIA + community and with issues relating to Sexuality and Alternative sexual lifestyles. I have underwent specialty training in sex therapy. I also have experience with dreams, symbolism, and depth psychologies.
I have experience working with anxiety, grief, depression, interpersonal-relational issues, intimacy, sexuality, self-confidence, self-esteem, self-awareness, and personality. I am committed to anti-oppressive practice, freedom from judgement or marginalization, and empowerment. I have experience working with the LGBTQIA + community and with issues relating to Sexuality and Alternative sexual lifestyles. I have underwent specialty training in sex therapy. I also have experience with dreams, symbolism, and depth psychologies.
01384 437929 View 01384 437929
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Kimberley Hackett
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
Fat positive, sex/ kink positive, LGBTQ+ allied, neurodiversity friendly, trauma informed
Life can involve upsetting, stressful, or traumatic events that can impact us in so many ways. You may have anxiety and depression, struggle with low self esteem or have suicidal/intrusive thoughts. You may have problems controlling anger, or struggle with neurodiversity in a neurotypical world. Maybe your thoughts or feelings are impacting relationships around you, or vice versa. Whatever the circumstance, I can help you understand yourself and others in a safe and non-judgmental space, for new or long term troubles. I also offer coping techniques to reduce intensity/frequency of negative thoughts, images, and physical sensations
Fat positive, sex/ kink positive, LGBTQ+ allied, neurodiversity friendly, trauma informed
Life can involve upsetting, stressful, or traumatic events that can impact us in so many ways. You may have anxiety and depression, struggle with low self esteem or have suicidal/intrusive thoughts. You may have problems controlling anger, or struggle with neurodiversity in a neurotypical world. Maybe your thoughts or feelings are impacting relationships around you, or vice versa. Whatever the circumstance, I can help you understand yourself and others in a safe and non-judgmental space, for new or long term troubles. I also offer coping techniques to reduce intensity/frequency of negative thoughts, images, and physical sensations
01922 927074 View 01922 927074
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Benjamin Stimpson
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Are you looking for a place you can unpack, vent, and then begin unravelling the issue you are facing? Working integratively, I bring skills to assist clients to engage with your work in a non-judgemental and safe place. I work with a diverse range of clients, but work a great deal with men, LGBTQ+ (particularly Trans and ENBY clients), neurodiverse, members of fetish communities, and North Americans living in the UK. Together we can face, unpack, and start to understand what you are working through.
Are you looking for a place you can unpack, vent, and then begin unravelling the issue you are facing? Working integratively, I bring skills to assist clients to engage with your work in a non-judgemental and safe place. I work with a diverse range of clients, but work a great deal with men, LGBTQ+ (particularly Trans and ENBY clients), neurodiverse, members of fetish communities, and North Americans living in the UK. Together we can face, unpack, and start to understand what you are working through.
01604 913889 View 01604 913889
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SarahJaneTherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I’m Sarah-Jane Otoo, a UKCP-accredited Integrative Psychotherapist, Psychosexual Therapist and Clinical Supervisor. I have worked as a Psychotherapist for over 14 years and hold an MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy. I work with individuals and couples to explore their emotional, relational, and psychosexual wellbeing. Whether you're navigating life transitions, working through difficulties in relationships or intimacy, or simply seeking greater self-awareness, I offer a warm, collaborative, and honest space to support you.
I’m Sarah-Jane Otoo, a UKCP-accredited Integrative Psychotherapist, Psychosexual Therapist and Clinical Supervisor. I have worked as a Psychotherapist for over 14 years and hold an MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy. I work with individuals and couples to explore their emotional, relational, and psychosexual wellbeing. Whether you're navigating life transitions, working through difficulties in relationships or intimacy, or simply seeking greater self-awareness, I offer a warm, collaborative, and honest space to support you.
0121 816 0695 View 0121 816 0695
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Dr Sabina Yasmin Rokib
Psychotherapist, CPsychol
Serves Area
My mission at Healing Psychology is to provide compassionate evidence-based mental health services to our clients. I am committed to helping individuals improve their overall well-being and achieve their personal goals by addressing their unique psychological needs. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel comfortable sharing their concerns. I believe in treating every individual with dignity, respect and empathy and tailoring our services to meet their specific needs.
My mission at Healing Psychology is to provide compassionate evidence-based mental health services to our clients. I am committed to helping individuals improve their overall well-being and achieve their personal goals by addressing their unique psychological needs. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel comfortable sharing their concerns. I believe in treating every individual with dignity, respect and empathy and tailoring our services to meet their specific needs.
0191 743 2385 View 0191 743 2385
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psychlarity Consultancy
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Welcome to my profile. I am fortunate to have worked across a range of contexts as well as extensive experience with a numerous clients. As a consultant family and systemic psychotherapist with 25 years experience I specialise in parental alienation, reunification, complex trauma and ptsd, couple therapy, family therapy, eating disorders, child and adult mental health, relationship difficulties, addiction including porn, sex and betrayal. I provide therapy for child to parental violence and repair family systems. Alongside working with courts, solicitors, social care, individual clients I also provide coaching and supervision.
Welcome to my profile. I am fortunate to have worked across a range of contexts as well as extensive experience with a numerous clients. As a consultant family and systemic psychotherapist with 25 years experience I specialise in parental alienation, reunification, complex trauma and ptsd, couple therapy, family therapy, eating disorders, child and adult mental health, relationship difficulties, addiction including porn, sex and betrayal. I provide therapy for child to parental violence and repair family systems. Alongside working with courts, solicitors, social care, individual clients I also provide coaching and supervision.
01902 973074 View 01902 973074
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Simon A Hudson
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
To meet In therapy is to face your fears and vulnerability in a safe and non judgemental space. I love to create an alliance with you as a client to discover and challenge what lies Inside you, aim to have a deep understanding of your world, your hopes and your needs. Often people need to find their own truth and for this we may need to find questions that need answering , uncover pathways that feel blocked and make choices that can unlock you towards freedom and a more loving space for your self and your life.
To meet In therapy is to face your fears and vulnerability in a safe and non judgemental space. I love to create an alliance with you as a client to discover and challenge what lies Inside you, aim to have a deep understanding of your world, your hopes and your needs. Often people need to find their own truth and for this we may need to find questions that need answering , uncover pathways that feel blocked and make choices that can unlock you towards freedom and a more loving space for your self and your life.
020 3893 3503 View 020 3893 3503
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Ashley Mitchell Dainty
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Hi, my name is Ashley, I am a the BACP accredited counsellor/ Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor based in Kingswinford, I have experience of working therapeutically with people who bring a broad range of personal difficulties within a variety of settings and organisations. My areas of specialism include anxiety, trauma (including all forms of abuse), depression, relationship-related difficulties, (individually & working with couples) & supporting members of the LGBTQ + community. As a accredited member of BACP and strive to offer a professional service in line with their ethical framework.
Hi, my name is Ashley, I am a the BACP accredited counsellor/ Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor based in Kingswinford, I have experience of working therapeutically with people who bring a broad range of personal difficulties within a variety of settings and organisations. My areas of specialism include anxiety, trauma (including all forms of abuse), depression, relationship-related difficulties, (individually & working with couples) & supporting members of the LGBTQ + community. As a accredited member of BACP and strive to offer a professional service in line with their ethical framework.
01384 319196 View 01384 319196
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Counsellors
Why might an individual want to see a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist?
A sex-positive or kinky individual may want to see a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist because the client may feel safer and more supported discussing their experiences and challenges. A therapist who identifies as kink-friendly will have experience with clients having diverse sexual preferences and will likely be nonjudgmental and supportive about issues brought to the table. It is important to note that sex-positive, kink-allied individuals may find equal success with therapists who do not have such specialised knowledge and background. The most important factor in the success of therapy is for the client and practitioner to form a strong, trusting bond.

Do therapists have special training to gain expertise in sex-positive, kink-allied treatment?
Generally, no. There are limited training programs and unofficial accreditations that therapists can pursue, but a therapist’s expertise will ultimately come from their previous experience with similar clients, their engagement with organisations that promote sex positivity or kink-allied lifestyles, and the importance they place on safety and cultural sensitivity.

How can individuals recognise a good sex-positive, kink-allied therapist?
An experienced therapist is able to help clients explore their sexual identity and expression and relieve any discomfort or stigma attached to discussing such matters and the client’s overall challenges. A therapist who is sex-positive and kink-allied is able to create an environment that honors a client’s experience and sexual preferences. To recognise a good therapist, clients can simply ask directly about topics and issues important to them and gauge their comfort level and connection with a clinician based on the responses.

Can clients benefit from having a therapist with a focus on sex positivity and alternative sexual lifestyles?
Some individuals may feel most comfortable knowing that the clinician they’re working with has a commitment to creating an atmosphere of sex positivity and has experience with relationship diversity and alternative relationship structures. Working with a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist may help clients respect their own challenges and improve identity-affirming treatment.