Adoption Counselling in Sudbury
We all have periods where we struggle with ourselves, with our feelings and emotions, with our lives. We can experience the darkest of thoughts and feel very isolated, all too often believing we are alone in our suffering. That need not be the case, and with some support and nurturing, we can begin to feel stronger and look towards the future, rather than away from it. My name is Emma and I can offer you a warm yet professional and non-judgemental approach to counselling in a safe, calm space. I use an integrated , client-led approach derived not only from my years of training, but also from a wealth of life experience.
We all have periods where we struggle with ourselves, with our feelings and emotions, with our lives. We can experience the darkest of thoughts and feel very isolated, all too often believing we are alone in our suffering. That need not be the case, and with some support and nurturing, we can begin to feel stronger and look towards the future, rather than away from it. My name is Emma and I can offer you a warm yet professional and non-judgemental approach to counselling in a safe, calm space. I use an integrated , client-led approach derived not only from my years of training, but also from a wealth of life experience.
I have worked with clients, helping them create positive change in their lives for over 25 years. I work with individuals, couples and family groups.
Alongside private practice I have worked for a charity for almost two decades. This has included managing a large and diverse staff team. My work with families and individuals has been wide ranging, including supporting those suffering abuse and trauma, including violence in their homes.
My specialist training with couples has enabled me to work with the sensitivities of clients’ intimate worlds and their historical emotional wounds alongside their busy lives.
I have worked with clients, helping them create positive change in their lives for over 25 years. I work with individuals, couples and family groups.
Alongside private practice I have worked for a charity for almost two decades. This has included managing a large and diverse staff team. My work with families and individuals has been wide ranging, including supporting those suffering abuse and trauma, including violence in their homes.
My specialist training with couples has enabled me to work with the sensitivities of clients’ intimate worlds and their historical emotional wounds alongside their busy lives.
I hold a special interest in working wth adults affected by adoption and/or illness.
Hi, I'm Carolyn. I'm guessing you've already scrolled through a load of profiles wondering how on earth you chose the right counsellor for you. Overwhelming isn’t it? You already know what's troubling you and what brings you here, be that anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, feelings of aloneness, grief and loss, past or present trauma or simply the feeling that something is "off" and you're not as happy as you could or should be. You've already done the hardest part - recognising you need somebody to talk to, now you just have to find the right somebody for you.
I hold a special interest in working wth adults affected by adoption and/or illness.
Hi, I'm Carolyn. I'm guessing you've already scrolled through a load of profiles wondering how on earth you chose the right counsellor for you. Overwhelming isn’t it? You already know what's troubling you and what brings you here, be that anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, feelings of aloneness, grief and loss, past or present trauma or simply the feeling that something is "off" and you're not as happy as you could or should be. You've already done the hardest part - recognising you need somebody to talk to, now you just have to find the right somebody for you.
I have the best job in the world: it’s to help you find the peace you’re looking for. That’s what I’ve been doing, first as a shamanic counsellor then as a psychotherapist, for others just like you, for 47 years. Whether you have a phobia, or are in a dire, life-threatening situation, or anything in between, you’re just a call away from finding yourself warmly welcomed to a totally non-judgemental, safe, comfortable space where you can relax and unload whatever you want in total confidence: then we can get straight to work fixing it.
I have the best job in the world: it’s to help you find the peace you’re looking for. That’s what I’ve been doing, first as a shamanic counsellor then as a psychotherapist, for others just like you, for 47 years. Whether you have a phobia, or are in a dire, life-threatening situation, or anything in between, you’re just a call away from finding yourself warmly welcomed to a totally non-judgemental, safe, comfortable space where you can relax and unload whatever you want in total confidence: then we can get straight to work fixing it.
Hello, You will find Counselling with me to be a warm and comfortable environment in which you can talk about your life safely. I believe that developing an honest and trusting relationship between counsellor and client is essential. My therapy is based on building an understanding of how your life up to today, has influenced how you feel, think and behave now. We will also look at understanding how the mind and body connection is working for you now and how you can improve that connection.
Hello, You will find Counselling with me to be a warm and comfortable environment in which you can talk about your life safely. I believe that developing an honest and trusting relationship between counsellor and client is essential. My therapy is based on building an understanding of how your life up to today, has influenced how you feel, think and behave now. We will also look at understanding how the mind and body connection is working for you now and how you can improve that connection.
Hello, I’m Charlotte, a counsellor and psychotherapist providing private one-to-one sessions in person in Long Melford, Suffolk and via Zoom. I offer a non-judgmental and safe environment for you to talk and explore what is on your mind, your worries and concerns. Whatever you are going through, I can help you reflect on how you are living and make any changes, if that is what you want. I have more than 20 years experience counselling in a variety of different environments helping a wide range of people. I completed a doctorate in Psychotherapy NSPC/Middlesex University and I teach and provide clinical supervision.
Hello, I’m Charlotte, a counsellor and psychotherapist providing private one-to-one sessions in person in Long Melford, Suffolk and via Zoom. I offer a non-judgmental and safe environment for you to talk and explore what is on your mind, your worries and concerns. Whatever you are going through, I can help you reflect on how you are living and make any changes, if that is what you want. I have more than 20 years experience counselling in a variety of different environments helping a wide range of people. I completed a doctorate in Psychotherapy NSPC/Middlesex University and I teach and provide clinical supervision.
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Do you need someone to listen? Do you feel you’re not heard or seen? Do you feel misunderstood, to blame, angry, sad, anxious, disillusioned? Is family life, work or other relationships getting too much to cope with? Throughout life, we are often left with feelings of low self worth, anger, sadness or may feel powerless. We can become confused about who we are, what we need and where life is taking us. This accumulation over many years blinds us to who we really are and sometimes we need help to find out. I believe I can help you.
Do you need someone to listen? Do you feel you’re not heard or seen? Do you feel misunderstood, to blame, angry, sad, anxious, disillusioned? Is family life, work or other relationships getting too much to cope with? Throughout life, we are often left with feelings of low self worth, anger, sadness or may feel powerless. We can become confused about who we are, what we need and where life is taking us. This accumulation over many years blinds us to who we really are and sometimes we need help to find out. I believe I can help you.
This service offers psychological assessment and therapy for adolescents and adults. People seek help for a range of reasons including anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, low self esteem or distress following traumatic events. A comprehensive assessment is always undertaken as a first step. This ensures clients have a good understanding of the process of therapy and can discuss in advance what approaches might be most useful for them. I draw on a range of evidence based approaches including EMDR, CBT and systemic practice.
This service offers psychological assessment and therapy for adolescents and adults. People seek help for a range of reasons including anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, low self esteem or distress following traumatic events. A comprehensive assessment is always undertaken as a first step. This ensures clients have a good understanding of the process of therapy and can discuss in advance what approaches might be most useful for them. I draw on a range of evidence based approaches including EMDR, CBT and systemic practice.
I am experienced in working with clients who have experienced trauma, loss, separation anxiety, low or conflicted self esteem, challenging behaviours, social and peer difficulties, reluctant talkers (mutism), pre/post adoption and attachment disorders.
Working with children 4+ - young people, using a therapeutic play approach, which is child led, therapist supported and strategy focused, to improve clients awareness of their issues, difficulties, actions, thoughts and emotions. NO CHILD IS LEFT BEHIND IN PLAY THERAPY!
I am experienced in working with clients who have experienced trauma, loss, separation anxiety, low or conflicted self esteem, challenging behaviours, social and peer difficulties, reluctant talkers (mutism), pre/post adoption and attachment disorders.
Working with children 4+ - young people, using a therapeutic play approach, which is child led, therapist supported and strategy focused, to improve clients awareness of their issues, difficulties, actions, thoughts and emotions. NO CHILD IS LEFT BEHIND IN PLAY THERAPY!
Hello I am Paula and my aim is to make professional counselling accessible, affordable and convenient - so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. Depression, anxiety, stress, overwhelmed are words we all hear on a daily basis when generally chatting to family, friends or work colleagues . Counselling can help us cope with those over consuming feelings. Sadly we cannot avoid trauma happening but seeking help during the trauma or even months, years later may reduce risk to further illnesses that have been linked to psychological trauma. Are you in an abusive relationship or having issues as a couple?
Hello I am Paula and my aim is to make professional counselling accessible, affordable and convenient - so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. Depression, anxiety, stress, overwhelmed are words we all hear on a daily basis when generally chatting to family, friends or work colleagues . Counselling can help us cope with those over consuming feelings. Sadly we cannot avoid trauma happening but seeking help during the trauma or even months, years later may reduce risk to further illnesses that have been linked to psychological trauma. Are you in an abusive relationship or having issues as a couple?
I have been a practising psychotherapist for 23 years. During this time I have undertaken to become a Creative Therapist. A Clinical Supervisor, CBT Therapist. I am also a Therapist for Barnardos. Clinical Supervisor for several Agency's. I Supervise trained and trainee counsellors. When seeing client's, who are experiencing difficult situations I seek up to date courses that will assist me to develop skills in which can enable you to make your changes. I have worked with children, teenagers, and adults. Issues do vary. Depression, Anxiety, Self Harm, Low Self Esteem. Suicidal thoughts. Bereavement. are just a few.
I have been a practising psychotherapist for 23 years. During this time I have undertaken to become a Creative Therapist. A Clinical Supervisor, CBT Therapist. I am also a Therapist for Barnardos. Clinical Supervisor for several Agency's. I Supervise trained and trainee counsellors. When seeing client's, who are experiencing difficult situations I seek up to date courses that will assist me to develop skills in which can enable you to make your changes. I have worked with children, teenagers, and adults. Issues do vary. Depression, Anxiety, Self Harm, Low Self Esteem. Suicidal thoughts. Bereavement. are just a few.
Therapy is a place for you to explore your thoughts and feelings with someone who is trained to listen without judgement. It can be short term for a few sessions or long term and open ended, and is usually for one hour on the same day each week.
Therapy is a place for you to explore your thoughts and feelings with someone who is trained to listen without judgement. It can be short term for a few sessions or long term and open ended, and is usually for one hour on the same day each week.
I provide therapy for all ages and stages of life.
I offer my clients an empathic and non judgemental space in which to explore and discuss life challenges; from ongoing personal struggles to sudden situations of crisis.
Anxiety can feel overwhelming and prevent you from living life purposefully, but with the right strategies and problem-solving solutions you can begin to navigate life’s complexities with confidence, turning anxiety into a new found excitement for life!
When I work with young children I always work in collaboration with parents/carers, thus enabling better understanding and relationships within the family.
I provide therapy for all ages and stages of life.
I offer my clients an empathic and non judgemental space in which to explore and discuss life challenges; from ongoing personal struggles to sudden situations of crisis.
Anxiety can feel overwhelming and prevent you from living life purposefully, but with the right strategies and problem-solving solutions you can begin to navigate life’s complexities with confidence, turning anxiety into a new found excitement for life!
When I work with young children I always work in collaboration with parents/carers, thus enabling better understanding and relationships within the family.
Taking that first step to starting therapy can be overwhelming. That's why talking with a supportive, non-judgemental, experienced Clinical Psychologist, who believes in the importance of people feeling safe and heard can be incredibly beneficial. My sessions are collaborative and use an integrative approach, drawing on a range of psychological models that prioritises peoples strengths and values to help individuals make sense of their past and present experiences. The sessions aim to help people feel happier, calmer and develop their own resources to manage emotions, relationships and difficult life events that may occur.
Taking that first step to starting therapy can be overwhelming. That's why talking with a supportive, non-judgemental, experienced Clinical Psychologist, who believes in the importance of people feeling safe and heard can be incredibly beneficial. My sessions are collaborative and use an integrative approach, drawing on a range of psychological models that prioritises peoples strengths and values to help individuals make sense of their past and present experiences. The sessions aim to help people feel happier, calmer and develop their own resources to manage emotions, relationships and difficult life events that may occur.
It isn’t easy being the cycle breaker. Have you ever heard that you are ‘too sensitive’ or felt that your feelings are ‘too much’? Have you ever felt like you are the only one willing to acknowledge what makes everyone else put their heads in the sand? In your family, there may have been abuse, a lack of acceptance for who you are, or even just no space for talking about emotions. There may be historic traumas no one will talk about or patterns that go unacknowledged, and you are left holding the ball on everyone’s behalf. You may experience feelings of perfectionism, disconnection, or guilt about resting or caring for yourself.
It isn’t easy being the cycle breaker. Have you ever heard that you are ‘too sensitive’ or felt that your feelings are ‘too much’? Have you ever felt like you are the only one willing to acknowledge what makes everyone else put their heads in the sand? In your family, there may have been abuse, a lack of acceptance for who you are, or even just no space for talking about emotions. There may be historic traumas no one will talk about or patterns that go unacknowledged, and you are left holding the ball on everyone’s behalf. You may experience feelings of perfectionism, disconnection, or guilt about resting or caring for yourself.
Life can sometimes be challenging and at times we all need support with our emotional well-being, and therapy can help you feel less anxious and more in control. I bring warmth and empathy along with a sense of humour providing a non-judgemental and confidential environment to be there for you.
Life can sometimes be challenging and at times we all need support with our emotional well-being, and therapy can help you feel less anxious and more in control. I bring warmth and empathy along with a sense of humour providing a non-judgemental and confidential environment to be there for you.
Since the Coronavirus pandemic my Psychotherapy practice has moved online, in most cases. My fee for working face-to-face - in and around the Greater London area - can be discussed. I offer one-to-one, couple and relationship counselling and group therapy. I work with an integrative approach, including theoretical principles such as Relational, Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Spiritual, Mindfulness, Gestalt, etc. I also incorporate Eco-Psychotherapy, as I believe we are each emotionally and spiritually impacted by the differing, ecological environments in which we live.
Since the Coronavirus pandemic my Psychotherapy practice has moved online, in most cases. My fee for working face-to-face - in and around the Greater London area - can be discussed. I offer one-to-one, couple and relationship counselling and group therapy. I work with an integrative approach, including theoretical principles such as Relational, Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Spiritual, Mindfulness, Gestalt, etc. I also incorporate Eco-Psychotherapy, as I believe we are each emotionally and spiritually impacted by the differing, ecological environments in which we live.
Are you feeling low, anxious, tired, fed up or alone? Are you navigating challenges with relationships, or stuck in patterns of thinking or behaviour, hurt, unhappy or lost? Is something constantly on your mind, leaving you ill at ease? Or has something knocked you sideways? Are you finding your usual means to cope are not quite enough, or are you switching off, going into overdrive or turning to other strategies in order to keep going? Or are you often angry or critical, hurting or blaming others? Or are you sometimes left thinking you may as well give up or give in? Are you simply overwhelmed or needing help to find direction?
Are you feeling low, anxious, tired, fed up or alone? Are you navigating challenges with relationships, or stuck in patterns of thinking or behaviour, hurt, unhappy or lost? Is something constantly on your mind, leaving you ill at ease? Or has something knocked you sideways? Are you finding your usual means to cope are not quite enough, or are you switching off, going into overdrive or turning to other strategies in order to keep going? Or are you often angry or critical, hurting or blaming others? Or are you sometimes left thinking you may as well give up or give in? Are you simply overwhelmed or needing help to find direction?
Modern life can leave our nervous systems trapped in constant distress, manifesting as overwhelming anxiety, chronic burnout, or a heavy depression that makes day-to-day life exhausting. You might find your relationships feeling strained, or find yourself navigating complex identity issues—feeling disconnected from who you are and unsure how to move forward.
I provide a calm, confidential online space where we can untangle these struggles together. Whether you are feeling stuck, empty, or completely overwhelmed, you don't have to navigate it alone.
Modern life can leave our nervous systems trapped in constant distress, manifesting as overwhelming anxiety, chronic burnout, or a heavy depression that makes day-to-day life exhausting. You might find your relationships feeling strained, or find yourself navigating complex identity issues—feeling disconnected from who you are and unsure how to move forward.
I provide a calm, confidential online space where we can untangle these struggles together. Whether you are feeling stuck, empty, or completely overwhelmed, you don't have to navigate it alone.
Are you looking for a safe, creative space to explore what might be troubling you, causing you pain, or blocking you from moving forward in your life? As a creative therapist, I provide a supportive space where you can express and understand yourself and your relationships in new and helpful ways. I hold the present and future as important as our past experiences and offer dynamic, forward-looking, collaborative and creative therapy for individuals wanting more from life. Finding the right therapist is essential for successful therapy. That’s why I start all my work with an initial non-committal meeting.
Are you looking for a safe, creative space to explore what might be troubling you, causing you pain, or blocking you from moving forward in your life? As a creative therapist, I provide a supportive space where you can express and understand yourself and your relationships in new and helpful ways. I hold the present and future as important as our past experiences and offer dynamic, forward-looking, collaborative and creative therapy for individuals wanting more from life. Finding the right therapist is essential for successful therapy. That’s why I start all my work with an initial non-committal meeting.
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Adoption Counsellors
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioural or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioural, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.