Creative Therapy Counselling in Sunderland
Offices based in Sunderland & Easington.
Are you experiencing life changes that are causing you stress, low moods and anxiety? Are you struggling with your mental health? Are you struggling with past trauma? Perhaps your using substances or alcohol to cope with life’s pressures that are spiralling out of control? Do you feel ready to talk, explore and work through your issues in a safe and confidential space? I can help you address your concerns without any judgement and at your own pace while building a trusting authentic therapeutic relationship.
Offices based in Sunderland & Easington.
Are you experiencing life changes that are causing you stress, low moods and anxiety? Are you struggling with your mental health? Are you struggling with past trauma? Perhaps your using substances or alcohol to cope with life’s pressures that are spiralling out of control? Do you feel ready to talk, explore and work through your issues in a safe and confidential space? I can help you address your concerns without any judgement and at your own pace while building a trusting authentic therapeutic relationship.
Welcome. Are you struggling at the moment? Connecting with a professional therapist you feel comfortable with can really help you step into your therapy journey. I invite you to read my full profile which has all the details about fees and availability. You may be grieving, lost, or have unprocessed traumas. You may feel anxious, about situations or issues in your life. You may be feeling ‘not good enough’ or perhaps you are going through work, identity or life changes or family struggles that are confusing and overwhelming. If you feel powerless at the moment or full of shame I’m here to empower you and help you.
Welcome. Are you struggling at the moment? Connecting with a professional therapist you feel comfortable with can really help you step into your therapy journey. I invite you to read my full profile which has all the details about fees and availability. You may be grieving, lost, or have unprocessed traumas. You may feel anxious, about situations or issues in your life. You may be feeling ‘not good enough’ or perhaps you are going through work, identity or life changes or family struggles that are confusing and overwhelming. If you feel powerless at the moment or full of shame I’m here to empower you and help you.
Whether you are finding it difficult to make a tough choice, or if you are experiencing difficult times that are a little bit overwhelming for you; if its to do with bereavement, mental health/illness, depression, anxiety, phobias, relationships or something in the past that feels unresolved, then it would be a privilege for me as a qualified counsellor/psychotherapist to join you on your road to a better place. I bring with me insights from my experience in mental health nursing also. I am a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming counsellor with an excellent reputation in this field.
Whether you are finding it difficult to make a tough choice, or if you are experiencing difficult times that are a little bit overwhelming for you; if its to do with bereavement, mental health/illness, depression, anxiety, phobias, relationships or something in the past that feels unresolved, then it would be a privilege for me as a qualified counsellor/psychotherapist to join you on your road to a better place. I bring with me insights from my experience in mental health nursing also. I am a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming counsellor with an excellent reputation in this field.
It takes courage to be reflective about ourselves and consider the things that might be getting in our way. Finding the right therapist can be an overwhelming task. I’m Amy, a humanistic and integrative Psychotherapist. Whatever has brought you here, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, changes to your identity or other stumbling blocks in life; our co-created relationship could be the catalyst for change you’re looking for.
It takes courage to be reflective about ourselves and consider the things that might be getting in our way. Finding the right therapist can be an overwhelming task. I’m Amy, a humanistic and integrative Psychotherapist. Whatever has brought you here, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, changes to your identity or other stumbling blocks in life; our co-created relationship could be the catalyst for change you’re looking for.
A quiet table for loud thoughts. Although I offer traditional talk therapy, I work with teens and adults who feel like traditional talk therapy hasn't quite fit. Many come to me exhausted from masking, feeling misunderstood by past therapists and peers, or struggling to put complex experiences into words on demand. I offer TTRPG Therapy for those who haven't found a therapeutic style that matched how their mind actually works. It works especially well for neurodivergent individuals,
A quiet table for loud thoughts. Although I offer traditional talk therapy, I work with teens and adults who feel like traditional talk therapy hasn't quite fit. Many come to me exhausted from masking, feeling misunderstood by past therapists and peers, or struggling to put complex experiences into words on demand. I offer TTRPG Therapy for those who haven't found a therapeutic style that matched how their mind actually works. It works especially well for neurodivergent individuals,
Neurodivergent counselling for ADHD, autistic and AuDHD adults and young people. Nobody arrives here because they haven't tried. You have tried everything and been quietly blamed for still struggling anyway. Children are sometimes called lazy for freezing at the school gate. Adults are praised for coping so well while unravelling behind a closed door. What brings people here isn't a lack of effort. It's years of being handed the wrong tool and told to hold it differently. They stop hunting for another hack. They start looking for someone who asks what their mind is really doing, not what it's supposed to be doing. We live it too.
Neurodivergent counselling for ADHD, autistic and AuDHD adults and young people. Nobody arrives here because they haven't tried. You have tried everything and been quietly blamed for still struggling anyway. Children are sometimes called lazy for freezing at the school gate. Adults are praised for coping so well while unravelling behind a closed door. What brings people here isn't a lack of effort. It's years of being handed the wrong tool and told to hold it differently. They stop hunting for another hack. They start looking for someone who asks what their mind is really doing, not what it's supposed to be doing. We live it too.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to even begin, you’re not alone. Reaching out can feel daunting, especially when life has become too heavy to carry on your own. I offer a warm, calm space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and start to make sense of what’s happening. I support adults and children with a wide range of emotional difficulties, helping you move toward a more peaceful, healthier life. I currently have limited online availability for adult clients in September 2026 and offer a free, no‑obligation consultation.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to even begin, you’re not alone. Reaching out can feel daunting, especially when life has become too heavy to carry on your own. I offer a warm, calm space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and start to make sense of what’s happening. I support adults and children with a wide range of emotional difficulties, helping you move toward a more peaceful, healthier life. I currently have limited online availability for adult clients in September 2026 and offer a free, no‑obligation consultation.
Hello, and thanks for taking a look at my profile. I know how difficult it can be to sift through profiles and take that first step towards reaching out, especially when feeling scared, stuck or overwhelmed. Having worked with people for nearly 15 years, I’m interested in how our experiences, including past or present trauma, influence the way we relate to ourselves, others, the world around us, and how we find meaning in our lives. I offer a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space to explore these experiences and work towards meaningful change.
Hello, and thanks for taking a look at my profile. I know how difficult it can be to sift through profiles and take that first step towards reaching out, especially when feeling scared, stuck or overwhelmed. Having worked with people for nearly 15 years, I’m interested in how our experiences, including past or present trauma, influence the way we relate to ourselves, others, the world around us, and how we find meaning in our lives. I offer a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space to explore these experiences and work towards meaningful change.
I'm Claire, a BACP registered psychotherapist working remotely and from my office in Co. Durham. I offer a trauma-informed space and my practice integrates the mind and body to support regulation, reconnection and recovery.
I believe there are many ways to understand human psychology and wellbeing. I integrate talking therapy with somatic, creative and holistic approaches. I work collaboratively with clients, building an empathic therapeutic relationship where thoughts, feelings and behaviours can be explored so you can reconnect with yourself and feel safer in your life.
I'm Claire, a BACP registered psychotherapist working remotely and from my office in Co. Durham. I offer a trauma-informed space and my practice integrates the mind and body to support regulation, reconnection and recovery.
I believe there are many ways to understand human psychology and wellbeing. I integrate talking therapy with somatic, creative and holistic approaches. I work collaboratively with clients, building an empathic therapeutic relationship where thoughts, feelings and behaviours can be explored so you can reconnect with yourself and feel safer in your life.
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Asking for help is not always easy, especially when you’re struggling with something that’s very close to you. I understand how daunting that first step of reaching out and contacting a therapist can be, which is why I always strive to provide a safe, friendly and non-judgemental space for therapy sessions. I am committed to working alongside you and through mutual discussions providing you with the strategies and tools that are the best fit for you. I have a special interest in transgenerational influences which can present as childhood trauma, attachment difficulties, anxiety and personality disorders.
Asking for help is not always easy, especially when you’re struggling with something that’s very close to you. I understand how daunting that first step of reaching out and contacting a therapist can be, which is why I always strive to provide a safe, friendly and non-judgemental space for therapy sessions. I am committed to working alongside you and through mutual discussions providing you with the strategies and tools that are the best fit for you. I have a special interest in transgenerational influences which can present as childhood trauma, attachment difficulties, anxiety and personality disorders.
Life is stressful and relationships confusing - sometimes deeply painful, but the key to navigating all this is firstly understanding ourselves. Afterwords Counselling offers an empowering, adaptable and creative space that fully supports you to explore who you are, where you are in life, how you got there, and where you'd like to be. From the comfort of your own home, or from one of a number of therapy rooms in Newcastle city centre and across Gosforth, find support with relationship issues, low mood and depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, loss and more.
Life is stressful and relationships confusing - sometimes deeply painful, but the key to navigating all this is firstly understanding ourselves. Afterwords Counselling offers an empowering, adaptable and creative space that fully supports you to explore who you are, where you are in life, how you got there, and where you'd like to be. From the comfort of your own home, or from one of a number of therapy rooms in Newcastle city centre and across Gosforth, find support with relationship issues, low mood and depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, loss and more.
I offer psychotherapeutic counselling online and in Durham City Centre for adults experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout and overwhelm, with particular understanding of ADHD, autism, chronic illness, and questions of meaning, identity, and purpose.
I have a particular interest in stress and burnout among students, academics, healthcare and care workers, and people living with chronic health conditions.
I offer psychotherapeutic counselling online and in Durham City Centre for adults experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout and overwhelm, with particular understanding of ADHD, autism, chronic illness, and questions of meaning, identity, and purpose.
I have a particular interest in stress and burnout among students, academics, healthcare and care workers, and people living with chronic health conditions.
I am an experienced Women focused Counsellor, who has worked in various sectors over my 20yr career. I have a depth of experience in offering therapeutic trauma spaces to explore issues arising, working in an integrative, compassion focused way to develop the therapeutic relationship. I work creatively with individual need allowing a range of therapeutic processes. EMDR is a part of my practice using varying means to explore 'stuck memories'. Working in a EMDR process helps move memories quickly and focuses on primary memories I aim to work within community costing as therapy is something we should all have access to.
I am an experienced Women focused Counsellor, who has worked in various sectors over my 20yr career. I have a depth of experience in offering therapeutic trauma spaces to explore issues arising, working in an integrative, compassion focused way to develop the therapeutic relationship. I work creatively with individual need allowing a range of therapeutic processes. EMDR is a part of my practice using varying means to explore 'stuck memories'. Working in a EMDR process helps move memories quickly and focuses on primary memories I aim to work within community costing as therapy is something we should all have access to.
I offer a soulful approach to therapy grounded in the latest psychological theory. Often, it may seem that much of modern psychological therapy merely ruffles and reorganises the surface of the things that trouble us, seeing people who are experiencing psychological suffering as complex machines to which we can apply a set psychological theories. In contrast, after 20years of working as a psychological therapist, I believe it's more appropriate to approach clients as 'souls' in need of hearing, healing, connection, meaning, and renewal.
I offer a soulful approach to therapy grounded in the latest psychological theory. Often, it may seem that much of modern psychological therapy merely ruffles and reorganises the surface of the things that trouble us, seeing people who are experiencing psychological suffering as complex machines to which we can apply a set psychological theories. In contrast, after 20years of working as a psychological therapist, I believe it's more appropriate to approach clients as 'souls' in need of hearing, healing, connection, meaning, and renewal.
I am an Art Psychotherapist, offering sessions to explore your thoughts and feelings through art making.
I have experience working in the NHS with adults, and privately in a children's care home. I am registered with the healthcare professionals council (HCPC) and a member of BAAT, and work to their ethical standards.
If you are interested in sessions, or have any questions, please feel free to contact me for a consultation.
I am an Art Psychotherapist, offering sessions to explore your thoughts and feelings through art making.
I have experience working in the NHS with adults, and privately in a children's care home. I am registered with the healthcare professionals council (HCPC) and a member of BAAT, and work to their ethical standards.
If you are interested in sessions, or have any questions, please feel free to contact me for a consultation.
Hello — do you ever find yourself running on empty, pushing through each day, and wondering if life was supposed to feel more balanced… or simply better?
Many people carry the pressure to keep it all together. To stay strong, to provide, to push on no matter what. But over time, stress, trauma, and constant responsibility can take a toll on your focus, energy, relationships, and even your health.
With me!, you can make sense of what’s been holding you back and build practical strategies that work in your world — not just in theory. I support clients to create a more fulfilling, balanced life.
Are you who you want to be right now!
Hello — do you ever find yourself running on empty, pushing through each day, and wondering if life was supposed to feel more balanced… or simply better?
Many people carry the pressure to keep it all together. To stay strong, to provide, to push on no matter what. But over time, stress, trauma, and constant responsibility can take a toll on your focus, energy, relationships, and even your health.
With me!, you can make sense of what’s been holding you back and build practical strategies that work in your world — not just in theory. I support clients to create a more fulfilling, balanced life.
Are you who you want to be right now!
Hello, I am an experienced therapist offering counselling sessions for adults and young people aged 14 and over. I provide professional insight and perspectives in approaching problems to enhance well being and create an overall positive change in understanding. This helps make meaning out of life in the "here and now" and also provides support with ongoing benefits in making life choices for the future. When situations or context do not have solutions, supporting the process of emotional healing is the focus of therapy.
Hello, I am an experienced therapist offering counselling sessions for adults and young people aged 14 and over. I provide professional insight and perspectives in approaching problems to enhance well being and create an overall positive change in understanding. This helps make meaning out of life in the "here and now" and also provides support with ongoing benefits in making life choices for the future. When situations or context do not have solutions, supporting the process of emotional healing is the focus of therapy.
Helping teenagers, young adults and adults find steadier ground and new ways forward.
Being a young adult or parenting one can be complicated. Counselling offers a confidential space to offload, gain perspective, and build tools for change. I offer face-to-face sessions in Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, and online. I work collaboratively with young people and adults in transition, drawing from over 15 years' experience and published work in this area. Therapy with me is a chance to reconnect with yourself and find new possibilities.
Helping teenagers, young adults and adults find steadier ground and new ways forward.
Being a young adult or parenting one can be complicated. Counselling offers a confidential space to offload, gain perspective, and build tools for change. I offer face-to-face sessions in Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, and online. I work collaboratively with young people and adults in transition, drawing from over 15 years' experience and published work in this area. Therapy with me is a chance to reconnect with yourself and find new possibilities.
I work with adults who feel stuck in recurring relationship patterns, struggle with anxiety, low self-worth, people-pleasing, fear of abandonment, or difficulty trusting themselves and others. Many of my clients want healthier, more fulfilling relationships but find themselves repeating the same cycles despite their best efforts. Together, we explore the underlying patterns and build greater confidence, emotional security, and healthier ways of relating.
I work with adults who feel stuck in recurring relationship patterns, struggle with anxiety, low self-worth, people-pleasing, fear of abandonment, or difficulty trusting themselves and others. Many of my clients want healthier, more fulfilling relationships but find themselves repeating the same cycles despite their best efforts. Together, we explore the underlying patterns and build greater confidence, emotional security, and healthier ways of relating.
I am a doctor in Art Psychotherapy and specialize in working with people who have experienced complex trauma. I also have training in Mindfulness, NLP, I'm psychoanalytically informed, and am currently embarking on accredited EMDR training. I am person-centred, and have a compassion approach. I am also qualified to provide Clinical Supervision and Consultancy. I provide sessions online, or in person on request.
I am a doctor in Art Psychotherapy and specialize in working with people who have experienced complex trauma. I also have training in Mindfulness, NLP, I'm psychoanalytically informed, and am currently embarking on accredited EMDR training. I am person-centred, and have a compassion approach. I am also qualified to provide Clinical Supervision and Consultancy. I provide sessions online, or in person on request.
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How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.