Autism Counselling in Stratford-upon-Avon
I have experience working with neurodivergent clients and those navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, domestic violence, sexual abuse, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, relationship difficulties, and issues related to substance use.
As an integrative person-centred therapist, my approach values the uniqueness of each person and honours their capacity for growth and self-awareness. By integrating elements from various therapeutic models while staying rooted in the person-centred philosophy, I tailor the work to meet the specific needs of each client. I am a trans-affirmative therapist.
I have experience working with neurodivergent clients and those navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, domestic violence, sexual abuse, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, relationship difficulties, and issues related to substance use.
As an integrative person-centred therapist, my approach values the uniqueness of each person and honours their capacity for growth and self-awareness. By integrating elements from various therapeutic models while staying rooted in the person-centred philosophy, I tailor the work to meet the specific needs of each client. I am a trans-affirmative therapist.
Whether you're facing a life transition, navigating burnout, exploring identity, or seeking support as a student or neurodivergent adult, each session is tailored to what matters most to you.
I specialise in working with neurodivergent minds, people navigating change and young adults. I offer flexible therapy — walking, online, or at home — blending counselling and coaching to suit your needs, your pace, and your goals. It’s support shaped around you.
Whether you're facing a life transition, navigating burnout, exploring identity, or seeking support as a student or neurodivergent adult, each session is tailored to what matters most to you.
I specialise in working with neurodivergent minds, people navigating change and young adults. I offer flexible therapy — walking, online, or at home — blending counselling and coaching to suit your needs, your pace, and your goals. It’s support shaped around you.
As a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience working within healthcare, I work with people across the life span and with a range of difficulties. I am passionate about supporting people to navigate their world and challenges within this, including potential implications on their wellbeing. I believe it is important to support people to better connect to their emotional experiences, discovering together what works best for this.
As a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience working within healthcare, I work with people across the life span and with a range of difficulties. I am passionate about supporting people to navigate their world and challenges within this, including potential implications on their wellbeing. I believe it is important to support people to better connect to their emotional experiences, discovering together what works best for this.
My training and experience lies primarily in supporting clients who are, or who are wondering if they might be neurodivergent (self-diagnosis and formal diagnosis equally valid).
If you've feel like you're wanting to make changes in your life but aren't sure where to start - or you're trying, but it isn't working out the way you thought it would - I can help. Have you been through something that's still sitting with you, even though you want to move past it? Counselling may be the answer to getting you to where you want to be.
My training and experience lies primarily in supporting clients who are, or who are wondering if they might be neurodivergent (self-diagnosis and formal diagnosis equally valid).
If you've feel like you're wanting to make changes in your life but aren't sure where to start - or you're trying, but it isn't working out the way you thought it would - I can help. Have you been through something that's still sitting with you, even though you want to move past it? Counselling may be the answer to getting you to where you want to be.
Everest Clinic - ADHD and Autism Assessment Centre
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
We are a private psychology clinic dedicated to ADHD and Autism diagnosis.
Our comprehensive assessments for ADHD and Autism, for children, adults and specific for women, use a series of evidence-based and innovative techniques to ensure the most accurate results and the best treatment for you.
We are a private psychology clinic dedicated to ADHD and Autism diagnosis.
Our comprehensive assessments for ADHD and Autism, for children, adults and specific for women, use a series of evidence-based and innovative techniques to ensure the most accurate results and the best treatment for you.
I am a child and adolescent psychiatrist and see patients for concerns such as ADHD, autism and Tourettes / tic disorders.
We offer medication when necessary, but also talking therapy, anxiety management, sensory work, emotion regulation support and DBT informed strategies, EMDR. We offer support and advice for education access and the difficult EHCP process. School visits available when necessary.
I am a child and adolescent psychiatrist and see patients for concerns such as ADHD, autism and Tourettes / tic disorders.
We offer medication when necessary, but also talking therapy, anxiety management, sensory work, emotion regulation support and DBT informed strategies, EMDR. We offer support and advice for education access and the difficult EHCP process. School visits available when necessary.
I am experienced working with people who identify as neurodivergent and those who feel their challenges prevent them from accessing mainstream talking therapies.
I offer a safe, empathic, & open creative space for people of all ages and from all walks of life. Dramatherapy offers a unique creative psychotherapy. You will have the freedom to communicate in different ways, find your own way of working and access your inner resources. I will keep you safe and provide a range of creative therapeutic approaches which meet your needs as a whole person, help you develop the internal skills to manage pain & distress, and offer opportunities for change. It’s a privilege to work alongside and guide people as they express themselves, explore their difficulties and find their own path of healing.
I am experienced working with people who identify as neurodivergent and those who feel their challenges prevent them from accessing mainstream talking therapies.
I offer a safe, empathic, & open creative space for people of all ages and from all walks of life. Dramatherapy offers a unique creative psychotherapy. You will have the freedom to communicate in different ways, find your own way of working and access your inner resources. I will keep you safe and provide a range of creative therapeutic approaches which meet your needs as a whole person, help you develop the internal skills to manage pain & distress, and offer opportunities for change. It’s a privilege to work alongside and guide people as they express themselves, explore their difficulties and find their own path of healing.
My Background I worked in the corporate sector for 25 years, running my own recruitment business and deriving great satisfaction from the challenge of this industry. However, over time, I noticed how people can end up feeling trapped, overburdened by mental health issues that they didn’t feel they could communicate to others. I also struggled in my own way, which is what led me to learn as much as possible about personal development – a journey that began in 1993. Since then, I have always wanted to dedicate myself to educating those experiencing the same issues and supporting them manage their well-being more effectively.
My Background I worked in the corporate sector for 25 years, running my own recruitment business and deriving great satisfaction from the challenge of this industry. However, over time, I noticed how people can end up feeling trapped, overburdened by mental health issues that they didn’t feel they could communicate to others. I also struggled in my own way, which is what led me to learn as much as possible about personal development – a journey that began in 1993. Since then, I have always wanted to dedicate myself to educating those experiencing the same issues and supporting them manage their well-being more effectively.
Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns and behaviours? Perhaps for years, even decades? Is the simple act of getting through the day (and night) becoming unmanageable and overwhelming? Or perhaps you feel numb, stuck, confused even? Perhaps you do not even know where to begin or what you are looking for? Are you finally ready to let go of what no longer serves you and embrace challenge, change, and desire - rejuvenating your relationships not only with others, but with yourself?
Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns and behaviours? Perhaps for years, even decades? Is the simple act of getting through the day (and night) becoming unmanageable and overwhelming? Or perhaps you feel numb, stuck, confused even? Perhaps you do not even know where to begin or what you are looking for? Are you finally ready to let go of what no longer serves you and embrace challenge, change, and desire - rejuvenating your relationships not only with others, but with yourself?
I am passionate about offering therapeutic support to anyone who finds themselves feeling stuck, confused, conflicted, whereby extra support feels helpful. We all deserve the opportunity for additional support - even more so in the tricky times we find ourselves in. I will provide you with a non-judgemental, trusting and compassionate space to explore difficulties and the options that might be available to you, alongside helping you gain a better understanding of yourself.
I am passionate about offering therapeutic support to anyone who finds themselves feeling stuck, confused, conflicted, whereby extra support feels helpful. We all deserve the opportunity for additional support - even more so in the tricky times we find ourselves in. I will provide you with a non-judgemental, trusting and compassionate space to explore difficulties and the options that might be available to you, alongside helping you gain a better understanding of yourself.
If you're looking for support for your mental wellbeing, whether for past experiences of trauma or for a more current dilemma, depression or anxiety, or you're at a crossroads in life, I can help you to feel heard, supported and ready to face the future with confidence. I work with an integrative approach which means I have many techniques and frameworks which you can learn to use yourself for your future beyond counselling.
If you're looking for support for your mental wellbeing, whether for past experiences of trauma or for a more current dilemma, depression or anxiety, or you're at a crossroads in life, I can help you to feel heard, supported and ready to face the future with confidence. I work with an integrative approach which means I have many techniques and frameworks which you can learn to use yourself for your future beyond counselling.
You might seem like you’re holding it all together, but inside it feels like something is missing. Maybe you’re exhausted from trying to be everything to everyone, or feel disconnected from who you really are. You may be carrying trauma or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. I offer a space where you can soften, feel met, and begin to listen to what’s really going on inside. This is a space for the parts of you that long to be heard.
You might seem like you’re holding it all together, but inside it feels like something is missing. Maybe you’re exhausted from trying to be everything to everyone, or feel disconnected from who you really are. You may be carrying trauma or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. I offer a space where you can soften, feel met, and begin to listen to what’s really going on inside. This is a space for the parts of you that long to be heard.
Heather Shipley
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Stratford-upon-Avon CV37
Waitlist for new clients
I am a highly qualified Clinical Supervisor, Counsellor and Mentor who is passionate about supporting my clients. My aim is to create a trusting, safe and comfortable space for you to be able to express your concerns and for them to be heard and validated. By combining my variety of skills and 15+ year's experience, I am able to tailor my therapy to suit your needs. My therapy work includes working with adults, adolescents and children aged 10+ years in private practice, in schools, with charities and working with Bupa and EAPs. I specialise in emotional issues, neurodivergence relationships and inner child work.
I am a highly qualified Clinical Supervisor, Counsellor and Mentor who is passionate about supporting my clients. My aim is to create a trusting, safe and comfortable space for you to be able to express your concerns and for them to be heard and validated. By combining my variety of skills and 15+ year's experience, I am able to tailor my therapy to suit your needs. My therapy work includes working with adults, adolescents and children aged 10+ years in private practice, in schools, with charities and working with Bupa and EAPs. I specialise in emotional issues, neurodivergence relationships and inner child work.
Whether you're navigating the complexities of trauma, neurodivergent identity, or mental health concerns, I provide a safe and affirming space where you can explore innermost thoughts.
Transform Your Life with CBT: A Personal Invitation to Wellness Are you tired of feeling trapped in a cycle of anxiety, self-doubt, and negative thinking? Do you long for a life filled with confidence, clarity, and purpose? If so, I invite you to embark on a transformative journey with me as your guide. I understand the challenges you face because I've been there myself. Like you, I've experienced the relentless grip of anxiety and the suffocating weight of self-doubt. But through the power of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I discovered a path to liberation - and now, I'm here to share that path.
Whether you're navigating the complexities of trauma, neurodivergent identity, or mental health concerns, I provide a safe and affirming space where you can explore innermost thoughts.
Transform Your Life with CBT: A Personal Invitation to Wellness Are you tired of feeling trapped in a cycle of anxiety, self-doubt, and negative thinking? Do you long for a life filled with confidence, clarity, and purpose? If so, I invite you to embark on a transformative journey with me as your guide. I understand the challenges you face because I've been there myself. Like you, I've experienced the relentless grip of anxiety and the suffocating weight of self-doubt. But through the power of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I discovered a path to liberation - and now, I'm here to share that path.
You may be feeling alone and lost or you don’t feel anything. You are on the outside looking in at life and just want to be part of it but something is missing. You know this and you want to fill the void and are desperate to feel normal.
You may be feeling alone and lost or you don’t feel anything. You are on the outside looking in at life and just want to be part of it but something is missing. You know this and you want to fill the void and are desperate to feel normal.
Specialising in working with young people aged 11-18 years. Counselling Service for Young People, Adults and Couples in Nottingham and Stratford Upon Avon. Nicky Adams MBACP, BA(Hons), MNCPS Acc). Counsellor / Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I am a fully qualified, registered and insured Counsellor. DBS checked. If life is a struggle right now, get in touch and we can work together to make life happier.. I am an integrative therapist, working in a solution / client centred way using a range of approaches including CBT and Mindfulness to help relieve your emotional distress.
Specialising in working with young people aged 11-18 years. Counselling Service for Young People, Adults and Couples in Nottingham and Stratford Upon Avon. Nicky Adams MBACP, BA(Hons), MNCPS Acc). Counsellor / Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I am a fully qualified, registered and insured Counsellor. DBS checked. If life is a struggle right now, get in touch and we can work together to make life happier.. I am an integrative therapist, working in a solution / client centred way using a range of approaches including CBT and Mindfulness to help relieve your emotional distress.
Trauma Specialist: My name is Helen. I'm a warm, empathic, fully qualified and experienced integrative adult & child psychotherapist. I'm passionate about supporting people through periods of 'stuckness', distress and overwhelm. I am highly skilled in trauma work and a wide range of mental health conditions. I have previously worked in mental health hospitals practising on both addiction and general psychiatry units and in schools. If you're struggling and need a safe space to address your distress, then I'm here for you. From me, you will receive genuine empathy, non-judgmental warmth and a safe environment in which to explore.
Trauma Specialist: My name is Helen. I'm a warm, empathic, fully qualified and experienced integrative adult & child psychotherapist. I'm passionate about supporting people through periods of 'stuckness', distress and overwhelm. I am highly skilled in trauma work and a wide range of mental health conditions. I have previously worked in mental health hospitals practising on both addiction and general psychiatry units and in schools. If you're struggling and need a safe space to address your distress, then I'm here for you. From me, you will receive genuine empathy, non-judgmental warmth and a safe environment in which to explore.
I am a qualified psychotherapist with an MSc in Psychotherapy from Warwick University. I am passionate about working with trauma, & welcome survivors of sexual abuse, rape, and domestic abuse. I particularly enjoy working with parents who are managing their trauma alongside their parental responsibilities and relationships. I also work within the MOD and support military personnel with their associated trauma. I provide a safe and non-judgemental space to explore thoughts & feelings around one's sense of who they are both to self, and in relationship with others.
I am a qualified psychotherapist with an MSc in Psychotherapy from Warwick University. I am passionate about working with trauma, & welcome survivors of sexual abuse, rape, and domestic abuse. I particularly enjoy working with parents who are managing their trauma alongside their parental responsibilities and relationships. I also work within the MOD and support military personnel with their associated trauma. I provide a safe and non-judgemental space to explore thoughts & feelings around one's sense of who they are both to self, and in relationship with others.
I'm Ange, a warm and compassionate Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with experience in treating children, young people and adults with various types of anxiety and depression. Utilising evidence-based strategies, my approach is tailored to suit your personal requirements and is holistic, facilitating your unique journey towards psychological well-being. I have been working with children and adults experiencing mental health difficulties since 2007 including working for the NHS as a psychotherapist. My aim is to offer a space that is non-judgmental, collaborative and supportive.
I'm Ange, a warm and compassionate Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with experience in treating children, young people and adults with various types of anxiety and depression. Utilising evidence-based strategies, my approach is tailored to suit your personal requirements and is holistic, facilitating your unique journey towards psychological well-being. I have been working with children and adults experiencing mental health difficulties since 2007 including working for the NHS as a psychotherapist. My aim is to offer a space that is non-judgmental, collaborative and supportive.
I am a chartered forensic psychologist with 20 yrs’ experience of working with people with a history of mental illness, emotional disturbance, personality difficulties, learning difficulties, offending behaviour, and other psychological difficulties. I trained and supervised a range of healthcare professionals across the UK. Working with both male, female and non-binary clients, my aim is to personalise therapy to individual client needs, having a proven track record in positive outcomes for people experiencing emotional difficulties. I understand the importance for clients to feel safe, to connect with their values, and others.
I am a chartered forensic psychologist with 20 yrs’ experience of working with people with a history of mental illness, emotional disturbance, personality difficulties, learning difficulties, offending behaviour, and other psychological difficulties. I trained and supervised a range of healthcare professionals across the UK. Working with both male, female and non-binary clients, my aim is to personalise therapy to individual client needs, having a proven track record in positive outcomes for people experiencing emotional difficulties. I understand the importance for clients to feel safe, to connect with their values, and others.
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Autism Counsellors
What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.