Lesbian Counselling in Sudbury
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.
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.
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.
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.
I am a qualified, integrative counsellor and registered member of the BACP. My training enables me to work using a number of approaches so that I can tailor your sessions to meet your individual needs. We are all different, have different backgrounds, lives and experiences that have shaped us into who we are and how we see the world, so it’s really important that your counselling sessions are shaped around your individual needs and tailored to be most beneficial to you.
I am a qualified, integrative counsellor and registered member of the BACP. My training enables me to work using a number of approaches so that I can tailor your sessions to meet your individual needs. We are all different, have different backgrounds, lives and experiences that have shaped us into who we are and how we see the world, so it’s really important that your counselling sessions are shaped around your individual needs and tailored to be most beneficial to you.
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Have you lost your confidence, sense of self or purpose? maybe there's current or past issues that are blocking you from thriving. Are you seeing patterns repeat themselves in relationships, or maybe you just need a safe space to talk? If you're feeling anxious, depressed or anything in between, we can look at the wider picture to help clear the fog, get your feet on steady ground and make the changes you want to see.
Have you lost your confidence, sense of self or purpose? maybe there's current or past issues that are blocking you from thriving. Are you seeing patterns repeat themselves in relationships, or maybe you just need a safe space to talk? If you're feeling anxious, depressed or anything in between, we can look at the wider picture to help clear the fog, get your feet on steady ground and make the changes you want to see.
I have been where you are. Feels a little scary doesn't it? Taking those first tentative steps towards the life you know deep down that you really deserve. Let me tell you, that the hardest and bravest decision you have already made; to seek professional help and advice. From here on, you need not feel alone. We will work though your troubles and life's complications together. I will be committed to your recovery, supporting you whole heartedly throughout your journey of inner discovery.
I have been where you are. Feels a little scary doesn't it? Taking those first tentative steps towards the life you know deep down that you really deserve. Let me tell you, that the hardest and bravest decision you have already made; to seek professional help and advice. From here on, you need not feel alone. We will work though your troubles and life's complications together. I will be committed to your recovery, supporting you whole heartedly throughout your journey of inner discovery.
I am very experienced and have worked with many issues clients bring from relationship problems to work stress and low self esteem. I can help you find a solution, a way of being happier or living life less anxiously. I listen to you and what you want to achieve. 1) Over 24 years experience 2) Relate Trained Couples Therapists 3) Professional, friendly manner.
I am very experienced and have worked with many issues clients bring from relationship problems to work stress and low self esteem. I can help you find a solution, a way of being happier or living life less anxiously. I listen to you and what you want to achieve. 1) Over 24 years experience 2) Relate Trained Couples Therapists 3) Professional, friendly manner.
I work both in-person and online where we can safely explore any issues that you may have in confidence. I strongly believe that everyone can benefit from counselling, provided they have a good connection with their counsellor. That is why the relationship is at the heart of my work.
I work with a wide range of people, I am passionate about working with those who identify as LGBTQ+ and those who may be questioning their sexual orientation and/or gender identity. Being queer myself, I have a deep understanding of the different struggles and discrimination we face day to day. I am also kink, poly/open relationship friendly.
I work both in-person and online where we can safely explore any issues that you may have in confidence. I strongly believe that everyone can benefit from counselling, provided they have a good connection with their counsellor. That is why the relationship is at the heart of my work.
I work with a wide range of people, I am passionate about working with those who identify as LGBTQ+ and those who may be questioning their sexual orientation and/or gender identity. Being queer myself, I have a deep understanding of the different struggles and discrimination we face day to day. I am also kink, poly/open relationship friendly.
Hi - are you feeling stuck? Repeating the same patterns of behaviour again and again in your life or relationship and going around in circles? Do you feel a lack of love/respect from your partner or someone close to you? Is sex/intimacy or compulsive sexual behaviour an issue? Perhaps trauma, life changes, neurodiversity (adhd/asc) or difficult times have led to anxiety/depression, the trust has gone, or you're feeling sad, angry, lonely, numb, or not sure what you feel anymore? I provide a safe, non-judgmental space supporting individuals, couples, neurodiverse and enm relationships gain confidence to change and improve wellbeing.
Hi - are you feeling stuck? Repeating the same patterns of behaviour again and again in your life or relationship and going around in circles? Do you feel a lack of love/respect from your partner or someone close to you? Is sex/intimacy or compulsive sexual behaviour an issue? Perhaps trauma, life changes, neurodiversity (adhd/asc) or difficult times have led to anxiety/depression, the trust has gone, or you're feeling sad, angry, lonely, numb, or not sure what you feel anymore? I provide a safe, non-judgmental space supporting individuals, couples, neurodiverse and enm relationships gain confidence to change and improve wellbeing.
Do you feel frightened that your world might fall apart if you look at your sexuality or gender? Maybe you have thoughts going round and round in your head, and feel like you’ve lost track of perspective. Maybe you: don't like sex/like sex 'too much' /wrong kind of sex? Your gender doesn't fit with other people's idea of you. You may feel you are betraying your family, children or culture by expressing yourself. You may believe that what’s inside you is too shocking, or wrong or too much for the people around you. You may feel like there’s no-one you can talk to, which can be very isolating .
Do you feel frightened that your world might fall apart if you look at your sexuality or gender? Maybe you have thoughts going round and round in your head, and feel like you’ve lost track of perspective. Maybe you: don't like sex/like sex 'too much' /wrong kind of sex? Your gender doesn't fit with other people's idea of you. You may feel you are betraying your family, children or culture by expressing yourself. You may believe that what’s inside you is too shocking, or wrong or too much for the people around you. You may feel like there’s no-one you can talk to, which can be very isolating .
I’m Claudia (she/her) and I’m here to explore with you all things sex and relationships.
As a person-centered psychotherapist and sexologist I work with individuals and couples navigating the messy, beautiful and complex parts of being human, especially sex, sexuality, identity and relationships. I can support you if you feel disconnected from your body, your feelings, or your loved ones. Perhaps you’re struggling with relationship dynamics and expressing needs. I offer a space to explore what’s going on, how it’s impacting you and how we can move towards your desired outcomes from therapy.
I’m Claudia (she/her) and I’m here to explore with you all things sex and relationships.
As a person-centered psychotherapist and sexologist I work with individuals and couples navigating the messy, beautiful and complex parts of being human, especially sex, sexuality, identity and relationships. I can support you if you feel disconnected from your body, your feelings, or your loved ones. Perhaps you’re struggling with relationship dynamics and expressing needs. I offer a space to explore what’s going on, how it’s impacting you and how we can move towards your desired outcomes from therapy.
Hi, I'm Mary (she/her), I'm passionate about supporting people with anxiety, suicidal thoughts, and relationship issues. Is your mind constantly racing, worrying whether you said or did the right thing? Wondering if people like you? Did you make the right decision? Do you find yourself beating yourself up when you feel like you've got something wrong and find it hard to let go of things. Maybe you find it hard to stand up for yourself. Life can be so overwhelming sometimes we can feel like we don't want to be here. It's exhausting isn't it! I'm guessing you're here because you're fed up and want something to change. I can help you.
Hi, I'm Mary (she/her), I'm passionate about supporting people with anxiety, suicidal thoughts, and relationship issues. Is your mind constantly racing, worrying whether you said or did the right thing? Wondering if people like you? Did you make the right decision? Do you find yourself beating yourself up when you feel like you've got something wrong and find it hard to let go of things. Maybe you find it hard to stand up for yourself. Life can be so overwhelming sometimes we can feel like we don't want to be here. It's exhausting isn't it! I'm guessing you're here because you're fed up and want something to change. I can help you.
Sex and relationship difficulties can feel lonely, painful and hard to name. I am a Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist, often called a sex therapist, supporting couples, throuples and individuals online and in Essex.
I work with low desire, mismatched desire, painful sex, erection or ejaculation difficulties, orgasm concerns, porn-related worries, affairs, secrecy, shame and relationship crisis.
My approach is warm, practical and direct where helpful.
Sex and relationship difficulties can feel lonely, painful and hard to name. I am a Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist, often called a sex therapist, supporting couples, throuples and individuals online and in Essex.
I work with low desire, mismatched desire, painful sex, erection or ejaculation difficulties, orgasm concerns, porn-related worries, affairs, secrecy, shame and relationship crisis.
My approach is warm, practical and direct where helpful.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed or disconnected? Maybe you are navigating anxiety, depression, bereavement, trauma, self-doubt , struggling to balance life's demands or struggling with your sexuality. Are you ready to take that courageous step towards change, even if it might feel daunting? Whether you are exploring identity, managing relationship challenges, healing from past trauma or trying to make sense of life's complexities , I am here to listen and help you move forward with your life, tailoring a plan to help you take back control and find emotional freedom and peace.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed or disconnected? Maybe you are navigating anxiety, depression, bereavement, trauma, self-doubt , struggling to balance life's demands or struggling with your sexuality. Are you ready to take that courageous step towards change, even if it might feel daunting? Whether you are exploring identity, managing relationship challenges, healing from past trauma or trying to make sense of life's complexities , I am here to listen and help you move forward with your life, tailoring a plan to help you take back control and find emotional freedom and peace.
We’re VIVA, a friendly team of experienced, fully qualified therapists and we specialise in helping neurodivergent adults and couples. We provide online therapy that meets you exactly where you are. Our therapists are fully qualified and experienced and work with clients who are neurodivergent, and who also have low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, relationship, or grief and loss. If you're neurodivergent, we can gently explore what that means for you and how it affects your everyday life, your relationships, and how you see yourself. We can also help you work on getting that work-life balance just right, if it feels out of kilter.
We’re VIVA, a friendly team of experienced, fully qualified therapists and we specialise in helping neurodivergent adults and couples. We provide online therapy that meets you exactly where you are. Our therapists are fully qualified and experienced and work with clients who are neurodivergent, and who also have low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, relationship, or grief and loss. If you're neurodivergent, we can gently explore what that means for you and how it affects your everyday life, your relationships, and how you see yourself. We can also help you work on getting that work-life balance just right, if it feels out of kilter.
The search for a counsellor can feel overwhelming and it can be difficult to know where to start. I believe that successful counselling is largely determined by the rapport between the client and counsellor. If you would like to message me, we can arrange an initial consultation to discuss your reasons for thinking about counselling, what you hope to achieve and to see how well we are suited to working together.
The search for a counsellor can feel overwhelming and it can be difficult to know where to start. I believe that successful counselling is largely determined by the rapport between the client and counsellor. If you would like to message me, we can arrange an initial consultation to discuss your reasons for thinking about counselling, what you hope to achieve and to see how well we are suited to working together.
Sometimes we lose sight of ourselves and need a little help reconnecting, sometimes we become lost and sometimes we have that familiar experience of ‘why is this happening to me again?’. How we used to relate to ourselves and to others may not be working quite so well now. The defences we have in place to protect us can get in the way and do not work quite like they used to. Being human can be tough and it can be hard to see the wood for the trees. To have someone walk alongside, wherever the path may lead, can be a truly transformative process.
Sometimes we lose sight of ourselves and need a little help reconnecting, sometimes we become lost and sometimes we have that familiar experience of ‘why is this happening to me again?’. How we used to relate to ourselves and to others may not be working quite so well now. The defences we have in place to protect us can get in the way and do not work quite like they used to. Being human can be tough and it can be hard to see the wood for the trees. To have someone walk alongside, wherever the path may lead, can be a truly transformative process.
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed or stuck? Struggling with relationships or big life questions?
I offer a confidential, supportive space where we can work collaboratively, creatively and without judgement to explore at your own pace whatever feels important to you. Rather than interpreting your past or diagnosing, I aim to support a process of awareness that can open up new possibilities for how you experience yourself and your relationships.
I work in a hybrid way: both online and in person in Cambridge, London & Mexico City. Get in touch to arrange a no-fee, 15-minute online conversation to talk about working together.
Feeling anxious, overwhelmed or stuck? Struggling with relationships or big life questions?
I offer a confidential, supportive space where we can work collaboratively, creatively and without judgement to explore at your own pace whatever feels important to you. Rather than interpreting your past or diagnosing, I aim to support a process of awareness that can open up new possibilities for how you experience yourself and your relationships.
I work in a hybrid way: both online and in person in Cambridge, London & Mexico City. Get in touch to arrange a no-fee, 15-minute online conversation to talk about working together.
I am an LGBTQIA+ counsellor, with a First Class BA (Hons) degree in Person-Centred Counselling, over ten years’ experience offering warm, supportive, and confidential therapy. I work with young people, students, adults, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and non-judgemental. I aim to create a therapeutic relationship where you feel safe to explore whatever is bringing you to counselling — at your own pace, in your own way. With a strong focus on personality theory and human development. This allows me to work thoughtfully with both long-standing patterns and present-day difficulties.
I am an LGBTQIA+ counsellor, with a First Class BA (Hons) degree in Person-Centred Counselling, over ten years’ experience offering warm, supportive, and confidential therapy. I work with young people, students, adults, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and non-judgemental. I aim to create a therapeutic relationship where you feel safe to explore whatever is bringing you to counselling — at your own pace, in your own way. With a strong focus on personality theory and human development. This allows me to work thoughtfully with both long-standing patterns and present-day difficulties.
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Lesbian Counsellors
What is lesbian-affirming therapy?
Lesbian-affirming therapy is a type of mental health support that fully affirms and reflects a client's lesbian identity. It is rooted in acceptance and does not attempt to change or question an individual's sexual orientation. In this type of therapy, clients work with a therapist who understands the unique experiences of lesbian women. This support is especially important, as research shows that lesbian individuals face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges compared to heterosexual populations. Lesbian-affirming therapy acknowledges that lesbian individuals may encounter specific stressors—such as coming out challenges, family rejection, workplace discrimination, and minority stress—that require specialised understanding and intervention. Lesbian-affirming therapists often work with clients across all age groups, from adolescents navigating their emerging identity to adults and older individuals addressing life transitions and relationship concerns. Many therapists also provide couples therapy for lesbian partners, helping them navigate relationship dynamics, communication challenges, or external stressors that may impact their relationship. It is important to note that therapists provide talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
Why should I see a lesbian therapist?
Some clients prefer to work with lesbian therapists who may bring personal lived experience to the therapeutic relationship. Choosing to work with a lesbian therapist can offer a deeper sense of connection, comfort, and shared understanding. A therapist who identifies as lesbian may require clients to give less background explanation—whether it’s about navigating romantic relationships, feeling unseen in certain spaces, or processing the impact of past relationship challenges. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. Additionally, many lesbian-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organisations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection.
How do I find a lesbian therapist?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful tool for finding lesbian-affirming therapists. You can use search filters to identify therapists who specialise in LGBTQ+ care and work specifically with bisexual clients. You can also filter by clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, accepted insurance, session costs, and languages spoken to find the right fit. Look for profiles where therapists explicitly mention working with lesbian clients, or where they describe their approach as identity-affirming, inclusive, or trauma-informed. Many providers will also list their own identities, which may help you find someone with shared lived experience if that is important to you. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.