Counselling in Stoke-on-Trent

Photo of Alison Louise Oxborrow, Counsellor in Stoke-on-Trent, England
Alison Louise Oxborrow
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Stoke-on-Trent ST3
Is there a growing distance between you and your partner? Are criticism, hurts, resentment and bitterness beginning to dominate your relationship? If so, I guess you may both be feeling weary and wounded, you may even be wondering whether you are with the right person. If this is your experience, don’t panic. Struggle is a normal part of intimate relationship and Imago Relationship Counselling offers genuine hope. Imago is a form of couples counselling which is focused on enabling you and your partner to break destructive patterns of behaviour, to reconnect at a deeper level and to experience understanding, love & joy again.
Is there a growing distance between you and your partner? Are criticism, hurts, resentment and bitterness beginning to dominate your relationship? If so, I guess you may both be feeling weary and wounded, you may even be wondering whether you are with the right person. If this is your experience, don’t panic. Struggle is a normal part of intimate relationship and Imago Relationship Counselling offers genuine hope. Imago is a form of couples counselling which is focused on enabling you and your partner to break destructive patterns of behaviour, to reconnect at a deeper level and to experience understanding, love & joy again.
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Leanne Stanley
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Stoke-on-Trent ST10
Do you have a relationship issue? Do or did you have a narcissistic parent? Is your parent overbearing and does not respect your boundaries? Do they lack empathy? Have you googled ‘narcissistic traits’ for understanding or answers? So, what would it feel like to be more in control? How would you feel if you stopped the feeling of guilt? Imagine if you were able to have a healthy relationship moving forward? Working with Leanne would involve looking at your past thoughts, feelings and behaviours. We would then reflect and challenge them to create clarity and understanding to move forward to a brighter you and your future.
Do you have a relationship issue? Do or did you have a narcissistic parent? Is your parent overbearing and does not respect your boundaries? Do they lack empathy? Have you googled ‘narcissistic traits’ for understanding or answers? So, what would it feel like to be more in control? How would you feel if you stopped the feeling of guilt? Imagine if you were able to have a healthy relationship moving forward? Working with Leanne would involve looking at your past thoughts, feelings and behaviours. We would then reflect and challenge them to create clarity and understanding to move forward to a brighter you and your future.
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Amy Lewis
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Stoke-on-Trent ST1
I specialise in providing counselling for children, young people and young adults aged between 9 - 24 years old. I help young people to gain confidence and believe in themselves by listening and offering an understanding of what is important to them. I offer a confidential service to help young people find their voice and I am here to support them with anything that they may need. I help young people with many different difficulties, which includes low self-esteem, low confidence, anxiety, low mood, self-harm etc.
I specialise in providing counselling for children, young people and young adults aged between 9 - 24 years old. I help young people to gain confidence and believe in themselves by listening and offering an understanding of what is important to them. I offer a confidential service to help young people find their voice and I am here to support them with anything that they may need. I help young people with many different difficulties, which includes low self-esteem, low confidence, anxiety, low mood, self-harm etc.
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Nathaniel (Nat) Grant - Counsellor And Psychotherapist
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Stoke-on-Trent ST6
Life can feel overwhelming, confusing, or just completely hopeless at times. But you're not alone. Talking with an impartial person can help manage these feelings. Perhaps you'd like to know yourself better or tackle a big life decision? Maybe your thoughts feel too difficult to discuss with others? Perhaps you've experienced traumatic life events that you'd like to come to terms with? You might be having relationship difficulties? Or you might just feel stuck, alone, lost, broken, or overwhelmed? Whatever it is, I offer you a neutral space to unload and to talk openly without being judged or dismissed.
Life can feel overwhelming, confusing, or just completely hopeless at times. But you're not alone. Talking with an impartial person can help manage these feelings. Perhaps you'd like to know yourself better or tackle a big life decision? Maybe your thoughts feel too difficult to discuss with others? Perhaps you've experienced traumatic life events that you'd like to come to terms with? You might be having relationship difficulties? Or you might just feel stuck, alone, lost, broken, or overwhelmed? Whatever it is, I offer you a neutral space to unload and to talk openly without being judged or dismissed.
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Parkes therapy Practice
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Stoke-on-Trent ST8
As a qualified Counsellor, I work in a Client centred manner, providing a solid foundation for therapy, building on trust and mutual respect, by providing a safe, warm confidential and non-judgemental environment in which to contemplate your emotional state, because quite simple sometimes life can be just too much. . I will endeavour to help support you on your journey of finding the right answers and building on your own natural resilience. I offer both short and long term therapy depending on your needs.
As a qualified Counsellor, I work in a Client centred manner, providing a solid foundation for therapy, building on trust and mutual respect, by providing a safe, warm confidential and non-judgemental environment in which to contemplate your emotional state, because quite simple sometimes life can be just too much. . I will endeavour to help support you on your journey of finding the right answers and building on your own natural resilience. I offer both short and long term therapy depending on your needs.
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Alison Jane Preston
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Stoke-on-Trent ST4
Hello and Welcome to my profile. I am a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and believe in people as individuals. Whatever your endeavours, your challenges, your turmoils and your stories I believe that being heard with genuine care and compassion can help us to recover from ongoing distress and help us to move forward. Additionally, learning about and drawing upon strategies to help alleviate stress & anxiety can be both empowering and transformative. I offer counselling from a person centred core, integrating other counselling theories and resources depending on the needs of my clients.
Hello and Welcome to my profile. I am a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and believe in people as individuals. Whatever your endeavours, your challenges, your turmoils and your stories I believe that being heard with genuine care and compassion can help us to recover from ongoing distress and help us to move forward. Additionally, learning about and drawing upon strategies to help alleviate stress & anxiety can be both empowering and transformative. I offer counselling from a person centred core, integrating other counselling theories and resources depending on the needs of my clients.
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Photo of Lauren Wilde, Psychotherapist in Stoke-on-Trent, England
Lauren Wilde
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Stoke-on-Trent ST1
I offer a kind, compassionate, and nonjudgemental space for you to come in and talk about whatever is on your mind, whether it's things that happened a long time ago or something that's happened this past week. I will work to ensure that you feel safe to explore whatever is on your mind, knowing that sometimes you may process difficult memories or situations quickly, or it might take some time. Our work together will happen in the way that feels right to you, and I will support you as we move forward.
I offer a kind, compassionate, and nonjudgemental space for you to come in and talk about whatever is on your mind, whether it's things that happened a long time ago or something that's happened this past week. I will work to ensure that you feel safe to explore whatever is on your mind, knowing that sometimes you may process difficult memories or situations quickly, or it might take some time. Our work together will happen in the way that feels right to you, and I will support you as we move forward.
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Emily Grant
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Stoke-on-Trent ST3
Issues I have worked with include; trauma, depression, anxiety, loss, anger, suicide, relationship difficulties, workplace stress, serious illness, and many others. I have extensive experience working on a one-to-one basis with people who have a diagnosis of dementia and survivors of sexual violence and domestic abuse. I work with couples experiencing difficulties in many aspects of their relationships, such as infidelity, communication break down and sexual issues. I can also help couples to find an amicable end to a relationship.
Issues I have worked with include; trauma, depression, anxiety, loss, anger, suicide, relationship difficulties, workplace stress, serious illness, and many others. I have extensive experience working on a one-to-one basis with people who have a diagnosis of dementia and survivors of sexual violence and domestic abuse. I work with couples experiencing difficulties in many aspects of their relationships, such as infidelity, communication break down and sexual issues. I can also help couples to find an amicable end to a relationship.
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Photo of Heidi Francis, Psychotherapist in Stoke-on-Trent, England
Heidi Francis
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified
Stoke-on-Trent ST10  (Online Only)
Taking that first step to seek support from a therapist can be a daunting experience and many people can feel anxious discussing their struggles. Experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression, sadness, anger and stress or suffering from a constant low mood, can often lead to feeling bewildered and alone. So my aim is to provide a safe, warm and caring space in which together we can explore your struggles and you can gain a better understanding of yourself and your feelings, Together we can discover a way forward to a happier, calmer place, enabling you to build new beginnings.
Taking that first step to seek support from a therapist can be a daunting experience and many people can feel anxious discussing their struggles. Experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression, sadness, anger and stress or suffering from a constant low mood, can often lead to feeling bewildered and alone. So my aim is to provide a safe, warm and caring space in which together we can explore your struggles and you can gain a better understanding of yourself and your feelings, Together we can discover a way forward to a happier, calmer place, enabling you to build new beginnings.
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Szabolcs Gálvölgyi
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified
Stoke-on-Trent ST4  (Online Only)
Welcome to my page! My name is Szabolcs - I acknowledge that it is a difficult name; do not worry if you do not know how to pronounciate it. I am a fully qualified practitioner and I provide psychological therapy to adults and adolesents. I completed a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology, a Master of Science degree in counselling psychology, and I also regularly attend further training. I offer my therapeutic services to women as well as to men, and in addition to working with the below difficulties, I am also open to hear about what you are seeking support for. You can book in for a FREE initial consultation as well.
Welcome to my page! My name is Szabolcs - I acknowledge that it is a difficult name; do not worry if you do not know how to pronounciate it. I am a fully qualified practitioner and I provide psychological therapy to adults and adolesents. I completed a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology, a Master of Science degree in counselling psychology, and I also regularly attend further training. I offer my therapeutic services to women as well as to men, and in addition to working with the below difficulties, I am also open to hear about what you are seeking support for. You can book in for a FREE initial consultation as well.
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Photo of Jayne Davis, Psychotherapist in Stoke-on-Trent, England
Jayne Davis
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Stoke-on-Trent ST7
Feeling stuck, struggling to cope or feeling lost in your own head? Life is challenging and it’s not uncommon to experience a loss of meaning and purpose. Perhaps your past experiences are standing in the way of you leading the life you want. I offer a safe supportive space to talk through your problems, help you to make sense of things, uncover unconscious beliefs that may have been holding you back and work through difficult emotions.
Feeling stuck, struggling to cope or feeling lost in your own head? Life is challenging and it’s not uncommon to experience a loss of meaning and purpose. Perhaps your past experiences are standing in the way of you leading the life you want. I offer a safe supportive space to talk through your problems, help you to make sense of things, uncover unconscious beliefs that may have been holding you back and work through difficult emotions.
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Jessica May Waller
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Stoke-on-Trent ST3
Hello, I’m Jessica Waller, an experienced Psychotherapist registered with the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy. I hold a Master’s degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy and specialise in addiction, trauma, relationship dynamics & children and young people. I take a non-judgmental and empathic approach to therapy and mental health. Through counselling and psychotherapy, I’ll help you connect the dots in your life and create a better understanding of who you are and what your purpose is. My goal is to create a safe space for you to share your struggles while empowering you to live a happier and healthier life.
Hello, I’m Jessica Waller, an experienced Psychotherapist registered with the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy. I hold a Master’s degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy and specialise in addiction, trauma, relationship dynamics & children and young people. I take a non-judgmental and empathic approach to therapy and mental health. Through counselling and psychotherapy, I’ll help you connect the dots in your life and create a better understanding of who you are and what your purpose is. My goal is to create a safe space for you to share your struggles while empowering you to live a happier and healthier life.
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Isaac Cumber Counsellor & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Stoke-on-Trent ST1  (Online Only)
I am a BACP-registered Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist with an MSc in Psychotherapeutic Counselling. My experience includes practising within the NHS and a leading mental health Charity, supporting people with a wide variety of presenting issues. These include anxiety, depression, relationship-related issues, attachment issues, childhood trauma, sexual and/or physical abuse, bereavement, domestic violence, and low self-esteem. If you are at a difficult point in your life, feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, or confused about your feelings and talking to a therapist can help you work through these difficult emotions.
I am a BACP-registered Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist with an MSc in Psychotherapeutic Counselling. My experience includes practising within the NHS and a leading mental health Charity, supporting people with a wide variety of presenting issues. These include anxiety, depression, relationship-related issues, attachment issues, childhood trauma, sexual and/or physical abuse, bereavement, domestic violence, and low self-esteem. If you are at a difficult point in your life, feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, or confused about your feelings and talking to a therapist can help you work through these difficult emotions.
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Kay Glover Counselling and Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Stoke-on-Trent ST7
With over 15 years' experience as a counsellor, I can offer a calm, safe space for you to explore your feelings and begin to make changes toward the life you would like. If you feel anxious, depressed, are suffering from PTSD or feel suicidal, have general low mood or feel that the time is right to seek support please contact me for an initial chat. I work with a person-centred approach, integrating other ways of working to suit your needs. I offer a free consultation so that you can find out if you would like to begin your journey with me. Free parking and disabled access. Face to face, telephone or online appointments.
With over 15 years' experience as a counsellor, I can offer a calm, safe space for you to explore your feelings and begin to make changes toward the life you would like. If you feel anxious, depressed, are suffering from PTSD or feel suicidal, have general low mood or feel that the time is right to seek support please contact me for an initial chat. I work with a person-centred approach, integrating other ways of working to suit your needs. I offer a free consultation so that you can find out if you would like to begin your journey with me. Free parking and disabled access. Face to face, telephone or online appointments.
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Photo of Helen Joy Green, Counsellor in Stoke-on-Trent, England
Helen Joy Green
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Stoke-on-Trent ST10
Hello and welcome, We all deserve a helping hand. Someone to lead us through the dark times. I believe I can offer this, by sharing my 16 years of practice, which has provided me with a vast experience/knowledge of working with adults, couples and young people. My passion is in the belief that we have the ability to grow and reach our potential. I work with compassion, genuineness and have a real passion for the effectiveness of the counselling process. I am a highly a sensitive person which helps me to empathise with others deeply. I value indifference and work in a non judgemental way.
Hello and welcome, We all deserve a helping hand. Someone to lead us through the dark times. I believe I can offer this, by sharing my 16 years of practice, which has provided me with a vast experience/knowledge of working with adults, couples and young people. My passion is in the belief that we have the ability to grow and reach our potential. I work with compassion, genuineness and have a real passion for the effectiveness of the counselling process. I am a highly a sensitive person which helps me to empathise with others deeply. I value indifference and work in a non judgemental way.
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Photo of Emily Nicholls, Psychotherapist in Stoke-on-Trent, England
Emily Nicholls
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Stoke-on-Trent ST2  (Online Only)
Hi there, I am Emily Nicholls Counselling. I am a qualified integrative counsellor and psychotherapist offering virtual counselling and psychotherapy sessions. I aim to offer warm, inclusive, and empathic support via the three theories: Person Centred Theory, Attachment Theory and Cognitive Behavioural Theory. I have been supporting clients therapeutically since March 2021 and have extensive experience working with both young people (16-20) and adults. I have worked with a range of presenting issues such as low mood, anxiety, self-esteem and loss. I am an LGBTQIA+ Ally and Neurodiverse Informed.
Hi there, I am Emily Nicholls Counselling. I am a qualified integrative counsellor and psychotherapist offering virtual counselling and psychotherapy sessions. I aim to offer warm, inclusive, and empathic support via the three theories: Person Centred Theory, Attachment Theory and Cognitive Behavioural Theory. I have been supporting clients therapeutically since March 2021 and have extensive experience working with both young people (16-20) and adults. I have worked with a range of presenting issues such as low mood, anxiety, self-esteem and loss. I am an LGBTQIA+ Ally and Neurodiverse Informed.
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Counselling with nada
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified
Stoke-on-Trent ST11
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and welcome thank you for reading my profile page. If you are struggling to cope following a bereavement, feeling stuck in grief, feeling alone, depressed. anxious or not wanting to talk to close family friends for fear of upsetting them, I can help. Also if you are feeling guilty or angry even that you are to blame; not sleeping, eating problems, self medicating to cope or just not able to accept life without your loved one, then counselling has been shown to help
Hello and welcome thank you for reading my profile page. If you are struggling to cope following a bereavement, feeling stuck in grief, feeling alone, depressed. anxious or not wanting to talk to close family friends for fear of upsetting them, I can help. Also if you are feeling guilty or angry even that you are to blame; not sleeping, eating problems, self medicating to cope or just not able to accept life without your loved one, then counselling has been shown to help
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Maggie Peet
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified
Stoke-on-Trent ST10
Whether you are suffering grief, recent or earlier trauma, concerns about the future, troubling memories of the past, general anxiety or unexplained emotional pain, my aim will be to help you find ways forward that feels positive for you. I will listen carefully, empathically and respectfully to whatever it is that brings you to seek counselling at this time. I have over nearly 30 years counselling experience: both in private practice and in Primary Care and Employee Assisted Programmes and offer short term (6 sessions) medium to long term work.
Whether you are suffering grief, recent or earlier trauma, concerns about the future, troubling memories of the past, general anxiety or unexplained emotional pain, my aim will be to help you find ways forward that feels positive for you. I will listen carefully, empathically and respectfully to whatever it is that brings you to seek counselling at this time. I have over nearly 30 years counselling experience: both in private practice and in Primary Care and Employee Assisted Programmes and offer short term (6 sessions) medium to long term work.
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Natalie Jane Brayford
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Stoke-on-Trent ST3
Hi, I'm Natalie. I am a BACP registered Counsellor with a MSc in Counselling Psychology. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness, it's a sign of strength and I am here to help. I am friendly and down to earth and offer a 20 minute free telephone consultation, we can have a chat and you can use this time to ask any questions, as I know how daunting counselling can be.
Hi, I'm Natalie. I am a BACP registered Counsellor with a MSc in Counselling Psychology. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness, it's a sign of strength and I am here to help. I am friendly and down to earth and offer a 20 minute free telephone consultation, we can have a chat and you can use this time to ask any questions, as I know how daunting counselling can be.
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Adela R Moldovan
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MBACP
Verified
Stoke-on-Trent ST4
My clinical experience encompasses many years working in a mental health setting and private practice dealing with a broad range of symptoms including, but not limited to, chronic trauma, loss or abuse, stress, anxiety, depression, marital difficulties, child-parent conflicts, self-harm, bi-polar disorder, addiction and border-line states – to name just some of the presenting issues.
My clinical experience encompasses many years working in a mental health setting and private practice dealing with a broad range of symptoms including, but not limited to, chronic trauma, loss or abuse, stress, anxiety, depression, marital difficulties, child-parent conflicts, self-harm, bi-polar disorder, addiction and border-line states – to name just some of the presenting issues.
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What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?

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