Psychodynamic Counselling in Stafford
Finding the therapist that is right for you might like a feel daunting prospect, especially at a time when you may be feeling vulnerable or uncertain, perhaps at a crossroads in your life. This is not unusual, whether this is the first time you have sought therapy or have taken therapy in the past. Sometimes we need help to overcome conflicts and blocks in our life that are confusing or difficult . I understand that you are a unique and complex individual, with many facets and aspects that make you who you are, which impact on how you experience yourself, and how you have had to adapt to face life's struggles.
Finding the therapist that is right for you might like a feel daunting prospect, especially at a time when you may be feeling vulnerable or uncertain, perhaps at a crossroads in your life. This is not unusual, whether this is the first time you have sought therapy or have taken therapy in the past. Sometimes we need help to overcome conflicts and blocks in our life that are confusing or difficult . I understand that you are a unique and complex individual, with many facets and aspects that make you who you are, which impact on how you experience yourself, and how you have had to adapt to face life's struggles.
If you are feeling like you need a therapist, Art Therapy (AT) is the one to consider. You do not need to be an art lover or have art skills. Art Therapy is a form of psychotherapy. May be beneficial for anxious, difficult to reach people; who experienced trauma or mental health issues, have diagnosis of autism, hyperactivity, SEMH needs. AT may be good fit for people suffering from eating disorders, for people going through bereavement, separation, recovering from bullying. AT may help to feel safe again, to work through attachment trauma, to rebuild trust, resilience and self confidence in successful cases.
If you are feeling like you need a therapist, Art Therapy (AT) is the one to consider. You do not need to be an art lover or have art skills. Art Therapy is a form of psychotherapy. May be beneficial for anxious, difficult to reach people; who experienced trauma or mental health issues, have diagnosis of autism, hyperactivity, SEMH needs. AT may be good fit for people suffering from eating disorders, for people going through bereavement, separation, recovering from bullying. AT may help to feel safe again, to work through attachment trauma, to rebuild trust, resilience and self confidence in successful cases.
Lovely to meet you its Claire. Do you experience anxiety, panic or overwhelm? Do you often feel low and depressed? Do you experience panic attacks? Or are you experiencing insomnia or sleep difficulties? We all go through difficult periods in our life and it can be easy to get stuck in cycles of anxiety and depression. I will work with you to break these negative cycles helping you to overcome the anxiety which is holding you back. I am a experienced and skilled Counsellor and Hypnotherapist, working with you towards creating the life you deserve, a life that is rich and vibrant, where anxiety no longer holds you back.
Lovely to meet you its Claire. Do you experience anxiety, panic or overwhelm? Do you often feel low and depressed? Do you experience panic attacks? Or are you experiencing insomnia or sleep difficulties? We all go through difficult periods in our life and it can be easy to get stuck in cycles of anxiety and depression. I will work with you to break these negative cycles helping you to overcome the anxiety which is holding you back. I am a experienced and skilled Counsellor and Hypnotherapist, working with you towards creating the life you deserve, a life that is rich and vibrant, where anxiety no longer holds you back.
Hello, my name is Dr Joanna Saddington. I qualified as a Clinical Psychologist in 2006. Before setting up in private practice I worked in the NHS for 18 years. I am passionate about helping adults, young people, children and families overcome their difficulties. We all know life can be challenging, so it doesn't matter whether a problem is longstanding or is more recent. What is important, is that we work together to try to solve it. I always aim to work in a way that suits the individual and their needs, as well as aiming to deliver therapy empathetically and without judgment.
Hello, my name is Dr Joanna Saddington. I qualified as a Clinical Psychologist in 2006. Before setting up in private practice I worked in the NHS for 18 years. I am passionate about helping adults, young people, children and families overcome their difficulties. We all know life can be challenging, so it doesn't matter whether a problem is longstanding or is more recent. What is important, is that we work together to try to solve it. I always aim to work in a way that suits the individual and their needs, as well as aiming to deliver therapy empathetically and without judgment.
Hello - I’m a warm, approachable and down-to-earth counsellor who offers a safe and supportive place where you can talk things through openly and feel genuinely heard, understood and accepted without judgement. I have worked with individuals facing anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, domestic abuse, grief, identity struggles, neurodiversity, life transitions and the lasting effects of adversity. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, lost or simply in need of support, I offer a space where we can work through life’s challenges together.
Hello - I’m a warm, approachable and down-to-earth counsellor who offers a safe and supportive place where you can talk things through openly and feel genuinely heard, understood and accepted without judgement. I have worked with individuals facing anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, domestic abuse, grief, identity struggles, neurodiversity, life transitions and the lasting effects of adversity. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, lost or simply in need of support, I offer a space where we can work through life’s challenges together.
Hi there, my name's Anthony, sometimes life hits hard, and reaching out for support can feel daunting. Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, going through a crippling and isolating bereavement, or having difficulties in your relationships. I can offer a deeply empathetic and non-judgemental space where we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace. I specialise in bereavement, attachment and anxiety based issues; working through these means feeling less overwhelmed, having more understanding over relationship patterns, developing self trust, and feeling more grounded and safe.
Hi there, my name's Anthony, sometimes life hits hard, and reaching out for support can feel daunting. Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, going through a crippling and isolating bereavement, or having difficulties in your relationships. I can offer a deeply empathetic and non-judgemental space where we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace. I specialise in bereavement, attachment and anxiety based issues; working through these means feeling less overwhelmed, having more understanding over relationship patterns, developing self trust, and feeling more grounded and safe.
Are you struggling to resolve current issues that are creating difficulties in your life and not sure where to turn? I offer a supportive and compassionate safe space for you to talk through and explore your feelings, helping you to find your way to healing and making the positive changes that you seek. Whether you are experiencing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, narcissistic abuse, addiction issues, bereavement and loss, low self esteem, infertility, Long Covid, please contact me so that I can offer you a calming, comforting and confidential Initial Consultation Session to discuss the problems you are facing.
Are you struggling to resolve current issues that are creating difficulties in your life and not sure where to turn? I offer a supportive and compassionate safe space for you to talk through and explore your feelings, helping you to find your way to healing and making the positive changes that you seek. Whether you are experiencing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, narcissistic abuse, addiction issues, bereavement and loss, low self esteem, infertility, Long Covid, please contact me so that I can offer you a calming, comforting and confidential Initial Consultation Session to discuss the problems you are facing.
Life can you hit you hard! I know this from experience. The good news is, that there is always a way back, no matter how hopeless the situation might feel at the time. The fact that you are here right now shows that you have the inner strength and desire to move forward. That in itself is huge, and the first step towards discovering (or re-discovering) the person that you truly are. Maybe you are feeling stressed? or suffer from anxiety? Are you struggling with a past traumatic experience? or the loss of a loved one? You could be stuck in a rut and not know why? Whatever it may be, remember that it does not have to be permanent.
Life can you hit you hard! I know this from experience. The good news is, that there is always a way back, no matter how hopeless the situation might feel at the time. The fact that you are here right now shows that you have the inner strength and desire to move forward. That in itself is huge, and the first step towards discovering (or re-discovering) the person that you truly are. Maybe you are feeling stressed? or suffer from anxiety? Are you struggling with a past traumatic experience? or the loss of a loved one? You could be stuck in a rut and not know why? Whatever it may be, remember that it does not have to be permanent.
Life can be hard, right? Do you feel like you're struggling to cope with the day to day, like you don't feel like yourself? Maybe you've experienced trauma and need a safe place to work through that, or are you experiencing mental health difficulties for the first time such as anxiety or depression? Well, these are some of the many things that therapy can help with.
Life can be hard, right? Do you feel like you're struggling to cope with the day to day, like you don't feel like yourself? Maybe you've experienced trauma and need a safe place to work through that, or are you experiencing mental health difficulties for the first time such as anxiety or depression? Well, these are some of the many things that therapy can help with.
Hi, perhaps you may be living with trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, thoughts of suicide, or mood disorders. You might feel weighed down by past experiences, stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand, and unsure how to move forward. You want relief from persistent emotional pain and a greater sense of steadiness within yourself. Your goal is to feel safe in your own mind and body, to understand your story with compassion, and to build a life guided by choice rather than shaped by past wounds. While I have a personal mission to support male mental health, especially those who feel the pressures of the online world, I welcome all.
Hi, perhaps you may be living with trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, thoughts of suicide, or mood disorders. You might feel weighed down by past experiences, stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand, and unsure how to move forward. You want relief from persistent emotional pain and a greater sense of steadiness within yourself. Your goal is to feel safe in your own mind and body, to understand your story with compassion, and to build a life guided by choice rather than shaped by past wounds. While I have a personal mission to support male mental health, especially those who feel the pressures of the online world, I welcome all.
I am an integrative therapist offering a complimentary model of therapy that provides insight into a persons life. I believe that our experiences affect the way we behave and relate to others and this can sometimes create distress and conflict within us that impacts on the way we live our life. What I offer is a safe, private and confidential environment to explore in depth the cause of your distress.
I am an integrative therapist offering a complimentary model of therapy that provides insight into a persons life. I believe that our experiences affect the way we behave and relate to others and this can sometimes create distress and conflict within us that impacts on the way we live our life. What I offer is a safe, private and confidential environment to explore in depth the cause of your distress.
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist with over 11 years of clinical experience, alongside more than 25 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse within the NHS. This combined background gives me a deep understanding of how psychological and physical health are closely intertwined. I specialise in working with trauma and its impact, including PTSD, developmental trauma and trauma linked to medical experiences or long-term illness. I also have extensive experience supporting adults with a wide range of psychological difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, health-related distress, and relationship-related difficulties.
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist with over 11 years of clinical experience, alongside more than 25 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse within the NHS. This combined background gives me a deep understanding of how psychological and physical health are closely intertwined. I specialise in working with trauma and its impact, including PTSD, developmental trauma and trauma linked to medical experiences or long-term illness. I also have extensive experience supporting adults with a wide range of psychological difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, health-related distress, and relationship-related difficulties.
Welcome! Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or quietly at odds with yourself, wondering why life feels heavier than it should? Perhaps you cope alone, put on a brave face, or struggle with self-doubt & low self-esteem. Many of my clients are navigating grief, loss, difficult relationships, people pleasing patterns, emotional eating, or a harsh inner critic. If you want clarity, steadiness, & a kinder, more compassionate way of relating to yourself in order to build confidence, balance, & calm, we can explore your experiences safely, understand your patterns, & help you begin to feel more like yourself again.
Welcome! Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or quietly at odds with yourself, wondering why life feels heavier than it should? Perhaps you cope alone, put on a brave face, or struggle with self-doubt & low self-esteem. Many of my clients are navigating grief, loss, difficult relationships, people pleasing patterns, emotional eating, or a harsh inner critic. If you want clarity, steadiness, & a kinder, more compassionate way of relating to yourself in order to build confidence, balance, & calm, we can explore your experiences safely, understand your patterns, & help you begin to feel more like yourself again.
My practice is rooted in Gestalt and psychodynamic theory, which blends looking at what’s going on for you in the present with reflecting on how the past is affecting how you feel now and where you are today.
Prior to training as a counsellor, I worked in the NHS and in creative industries, with people from diverse cultural backgrounds and a range of ages. I warmly welcome people of all backgrounds, identities, sexualities and cultures. My practice is neurodivergent affirming and LGBTQIA+ friendly. You’re welcome here exactly as you are.
My practice is rooted in Gestalt and psychodynamic theory, which blends looking at what’s going on for you in the present with reflecting on how the past is affecting how you feel now and where you are today.
Prior to training as a counsellor, I worked in the NHS and in creative industries, with people from diverse cultural backgrounds and a range of ages. I warmly welcome people of all backgrounds, identities, sexualities and cultures. My practice is neurodivergent affirming and LGBTQIA+ friendly. You’re welcome here exactly as you are.
I draw on Gestalt, CBT, and Psychodynamic therapy as different ways of listening to your inner world.
You may be arriving here with hope, uncertainty, or apprehension — all of which are welcome. My role is to offer a calm, supportive space where you can explore your inner world at a pace that feels right for you.
Through open‑ended exploration, we can look at the patterns and beliefs that influence how you relate to yourself and others, supporting you toward greater self‑acceptance and a more grounded way of living. If you’re seeking something more focused, I also offer time‑limited, goal‑oriented therapy to help you strengthen your coping strategies and find clarity around a specific challenge.
I draw on Gestalt, CBT, and Psychodynamic therapy as different ways of listening to your inner world.
You may be arriving here with hope, uncertainty, or apprehension — all of which are welcome. My role is to offer a calm, supportive space where you can explore your inner world at a pace that feels right for you.
Through open‑ended exploration, we can look at the patterns and beliefs that influence how you relate to yourself and others, supporting you toward greater self‑acceptance and a more grounded way of living. If you’re seeking something more focused, I also offer time‑limited, goal‑oriented therapy to help you strengthen your coping strategies and find clarity around a specific challenge.
I am a qualified therapist and registered member of The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). I have experience of working with clients with a wide range of emotional difficulties and struggles, including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, grief, life direction/purpose struggles, self-esteem, trauma, loneliness, people-pleasing and more.
I am a qualified therapist and registered member of The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). I have experience of working with clients with a wide range of emotional difficulties and struggles, including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, grief, life direction/purpose struggles, self-esteem, trauma, loneliness, people-pleasing and more.
As an accredited Sexual and Relationship Psychotherapist and and EMDR therapist, I specialise in working with individuals and couples experiencing difficulties with their relationships, sexual function, sexuality and gender. I consider a client’s relationship or sexual problems in terms of their individual, cultural and societal identity and am trauma informed. My aim is to work therapeutically with clients in achieving relationship, personal and sexual wellbeing whatever that may look like.
As an accredited Sexual and Relationship Psychotherapist and and EMDR therapist, I specialise in working with individuals and couples experiencing difficulties with their relationships, sexual function, sexuality and gender. I consider a client’s relationship or sexual problems in terms of their individual, cultural and societal identity and am trauma informed. My aim is to work therapeutically with clients in achieving relationship, personal and sexual wellbeing whatever that may look like.
My practice is, in the main, informed by three interconnected modalities: the Person-Centred approach, Psychodynamic theory and Attachment theory.
I work with adults and Young People aged between 18 to 25. My counselling practice welcomes anyone. You don't need to have specific life experiences or fit any criteria - I will welcome you for who you are. Whilst there can be specific life events that bring someone to counselling (for example a bereavement or job loss) it is more often a combination of life events that prompts people to seek assistance. Every person’s journey is unique and so my aim is to co-create with you an accepting and supportive therapeutic relationship as a base from which we can explore those aspects of your life which are most meaningful to you
My practice is, in the main, informed by three interconnected modalities: the Person-Centred approach, Psychodynamic theory and Attachment theory.
I work with adults and Young People aged between 18 to 25. My counselling practice welcomes anyone. You don't need to have specific life experiences or fit any criteria - I will welcome you for who you are. Whilst there can be specific life events that bring someone to counselling (for example a bereavement or job loss) it is more often a combination of life events that prompts people to seek assistance. Every person’s journey is unique and so my aim is to co-create with you an accepting and supportive therapeutic relationship as a base from which we can explore those aspects of your life which are most meaningful to you
Hello. Do you feel stuck, confused or overwhelmed? Are you being held back by anxiety, depression or a lack of self worth? Do you know what you want to achieve, but need someone to motivate, guide and reassure you? Perhaps you are worried about the well-being of family members, colleagues or friends? As well as working with anxiety, depression, trauma or stress, I also specialise in working with individuals and families affected by Autism. I can diagnose autism and help schools to provide the best support to students. As well as providing individual therapy, I can devise and deliver training relating to mental health and resilience.
Hello. Do you feel stuck, confused or overwhelmed? Are you being held back by anxiety, depression or a lack of self worth? Do you know what you want to achieve, but need someone to motivate, guide and reassure you? Perhaps you are worried about the well-being of family members, colleagues or friends? As well as working with anxiety, depression, trauma or stress, I also specialise in working with individuals and families affected by Autism. I can diagnose autism and help schools to provide the best support to students. As well as providing individual therapy, I can devise and deliver training relating to mental health and resilience.
Welcome. Are you here because you are struggling with something in your life and need some help and support? Perhaps you are experiencing some symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, trauma or addiction? Or something else? Would you like someone to listen to you in a confidential, safe place, without judgement? Are you interested in improving your confidence and increasing your self-esteem? Life can really test us at times and we may be unable to find the answers within ourselves or indeed from our family and friends.
Welcome. Are you here because you are struggling with something in your life and need some help and support? Perhaps you are experiencing some symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, trauma or addiction? Or something else? Would you like someone to listen to you in a confidential, safe place, without judgement? Are you interested in improving your confidence and increasing your self-esteem? Life can really test us at times and we may be unable to find the answers within ourselves or indeed from our family and friends.
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- Cannock
- Lichfield
- Little Aston
- Newcastle
- Rugeley
- Stoke-on-Trent
- Stone
- Telford
- Uttoxeter
- Walsall
- West Bromwich
- Wolverhampton
Psychodynamic Counsellors
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.