Attachment-based Counselling in Tamworth

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James Duncan Vanstone
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
I delight in helping people to make positive lasting mental; emotional , and spiritual changes to their health. With over 20 years of experience, I champion showing people how to begin to love and appreciate themselves unconditionally. My compassionate person centred approach enables people to communicate their struggles with low mood or anxiety authentically. I empower folks all over the globe to step into their own unique individual experience of the world, while offering them very powerful life skills for their ongoing betterment. I work best with people who want to feel better and become more fulfilled.
I delight in helping people to make positive lasting mental; emotional , and spiritual changes to their health. With over 20 years of experience, I champion showing people how to begin to love and appreciate themselves unconditionally. My compassionate person centred approach enables people to communicate their struggles with low mood or anxiety authentically. I empower folks all over the globe to step into their own unique individual experience of the world, while offering them very powerful life skills for their ongoing betterment. I work best with people who want to feel better and become more fulfilled.
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Michelle Green
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Hello, I am Michelle , a qualified Person-centred counsellor. In life we can all lose our way. This can lead to anxiety, depression, confusion, low self-esteem and other negative thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
Hello, I am Michelle , a qualified Person-centred counsellor. In life we can all lose our way. This can lead to anxiety, depression, confusion, low self-esteem and other negative thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
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Deciding upon counselling-or even asking for help is not an easy step to take. When you feel ready to take that first step, I will help you take time out, by creating a safe environment where you will be seen, heard and can talk things through at your own pace. This really can make all the difference. You will find yourself in a warm, confidential and non-judgemental setting where we can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences, especially those that may feel too difficult to share with friends or family. Your 50 minute session is personalised to meet your needs and focuses on what you would like to discuss.
Deciding upon counselling-or even asking for help is not an easy step to take. When you feel ready to take that first step, I will help you take time out, by creating a safe environment where you will be seen, heard and can talk things through at your own pace. This really can make all the difference. You will find yourself in a warm, confidential and non-judgemental setting where we can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences, especially those that may feel too difficult to share with friends or family. Your 50 minute session is personalised to meet your needs and focuses on what you would like to discuss.
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Ashton Gardner
Counsellor, MBACP
For you to be truly seen and heard, as you are, is my greatest priority. I offer warmth and welcome, without judgement or expectation. The decision to seek counselling can be confusing and difficult to navigate; often a decision that feels unfamiliar and vulnerable. Whilst this can be a scary place to start, my priority is to ensure you feel safe enough to explore your experiences together. I aim to facilitate a space which feels comfortable, and provides some certainty in its acceptance, compassion and warmth.  Whether you are looking to be heard and listened to, or you want to find solutions, I will be with you for every step.
For you to be truly seen and heard, as you are, is my greatest priority. I offer warmth and welcome, without judgement or expectation. The decision to seek counselling can be confusing and difficult to navigate; often a decision that feels unfamiliar and vulnerable. Whilst this can be a scary place to start, my priority is to ensure you feel safe enough to explore your experiences together. I aim to facilitate a space which feels comfortable, and provides some certainty in its acceptance, compassion and warmth.  Whether you are looking to be heard and listened to, or you want to find solutions, I will be with you for every step.
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Lucy Elizabeth Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Life can be so challenging when you're struggling - You may be doing your best to navigate your way through a difficult and traumatic life event or be struggling with past experiences, feeling low or a bit lost. Perhaps you are overwhelmed with anxiety or have behavioural patterns that you just can't seem to break the pattern of. During these times, the future can be so very difficult to see, even the next step ahead can become unclear. You don't need to struggle alone anymore. This is your first step towards feeling better and I am so glad you are here. Something will grow from all you are going through and it will be YOU.
Life can be so challenging when you're struggling - You may be doing your best to navigate your way through a difficult and traumatic life event or be struggling with past experiences, feeling low or a bit lost. Perhaps you are overwhelmed with anxiety or have behavioural patterns that you just can't seem to break the pattern of. During these times, the future can be so very difficult to see, even the next step ahead can become unclear. You don't need to struggle alone anymore. This is your first step towards feeling better and I am so glad you are here. Something will grow from all you are going through and it will be YOU.
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Carol Lynn Beauchamp
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Sometimes we speak to friends and family about our worries , and without meaning to, they offer advice, or give their experience , leaving us feeling more confused and less clear about where we want to go. I believe that to overcome our difficulties we need to be heard by someone who can help us to clarify, and explore why we might feel the way we do. I also believe that often, experiences from childhood can shape our behaviour as adults, and we may not be aware, or don't know why . I can help to explore past experiences with you, so that they can be linked to your life today.
Sometimes we speak to friends and family about our worries , and without meaning to, they offer advice, or give their experience , leaving us feeling more confused and less clear about where we want to go. I believe that to overcome our difficulties we need to be heard by someone who can help us to clarify, and explore why we might feel the way we do. I also believe that often, experiences from childhood can shape our behaviour as adults, and we may not be aware, or don't know why . I can help to explore past experiences with you, so that they can be linked to your life today.
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Sophie Rose
Counsellor, MBACP
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Life brings all sorts of challenges and some can be much harder to overcome than others. Most adults can remember a time when they were dealing with a situation so tough that everyday living became more challenging than usual. For children and young people, who have not had time to develop their own coping strategies, such situations are even more difficult to cope with. Many children who are having a difficult time do not know what it is that they are feeling and cannot put it into words. Counselling for children and young people might be slightly different to the traditional idea of therapy you may have in mind.
Life brings all sorts of challenges and some can be much harder to overcome than others. Most adults can remember a time when they were dealing with a situation so tough that everyday living became more challenging than usual. For children and young people, who have not had time to develop their own coping strategies, such situations are even more difficult to cope with. Many children who are having a difficult time do not know what it is that they are feeling and cannot put it into words. Counselling for children and young people might be slightly different to the traditional idea of therapy you may have in mind.
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Fern Mayo
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As a psychotherapist, I specialise in supporting individuals who have experienced childhood trauma and/or have a diagnosis of BPD. I work with people who experience overwhelming triggers that disrupt their present relationships and sabotage their daily lives. My aim is to support you to unpack and understand your experiences, learn useful and research-backed tools, and work towards reclaiming a sense of wellbeing, confidence and safety in your life. The goal is for you to leave therapy with the power to foster authentic connections, trust yourself again and finally feel safe in your world.
As a psychotherapist, I specialise in supporting individuals who have experienced childhood trauma and/or have a diagnosis of BPD. I work with people who experience overwhelming triggers that disrupt their present relationships and sabotage their daily lives. My aim is to support you to unpack and understand your experiences, learn useful and research-backed tools, and work towards reclaiming a sense of wellbeing, confidence and safety in your life. The goal is for you to leave therapy with the power to foster authentic connections, trust yourself again and finally feel safe in your world.
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Melita Pupsaite
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Serves Area
You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, or disconnected from yourself, even if things appear fine on the outside. I work with people who are experiencing stress, emotional tension, or a sense of being stuck, and are looking for a deeper, more embodied way of understanding themselves. Somatic psychotherapy supports you to slow down, reconnect with your body and begin to gently shift patterns that no longer serve you.
You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, or disconnected from yourself, even if things appear fine on the outside. I work with people who are experiencing stress, emotional tension, or a sense of being stuck, and are looking for a deeper, more embodied way of understanding themselves. Somatic psychotherapy supports you to slow down, reconnect with your body and begin to gently shift patterns that no longer serve you.
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Alice Knox
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
Taking the first step into therapy can feel daunting, especially if you’re used to coping on your own. You might be functioning on the outside, but inside you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns that are getting you down. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone and you don’t have to carry it by yourself. Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves or others. You may have an idea of what feels wrong, but feel unsure how to move forward, or whether change is possible.
Taking the first step into therapy can feel daunting, especially if you’re used to coping on your own. You might be functioning on the outside, but inside you feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns that are getting you down. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone and you don’t have to carry it by yourself. Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves or others. You may have an idea of what feels wrong, but feel unsure how to move forward, or whether change is possible.
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Cura Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Worried, struggling and don’t know where to turn? We can help! We are a diverse team of registered clinical psychologists and therapists which means we have flexibility to offer a whole range of different therapies and approaches to support you and/or your child. As a family run practice and with a hand picked team you are guaranteed to feel seen and valued from the start. We recognise that reaching out for help can be a big step. I run Cura Psychology, Lichfield's most established independent therapy practice and we are here to help you. Do get in contact as we would love to hear from you!
Worried, struggling and don’t know where to turn? We can help! We are a diverse team of registered clinical psychologists and therapists which means we have flexibility to offer a whole range of different therapies and approaches to support you and/or your child. As a family run practice and with a hand picked team you are guaranteed to feel seen and valued from the start. We recognise that reaching out for help can be a big step. I run Cura Psychology, Lichfield's most established independent therapy practice and we are here to help you. Do get in contact as we would love to hear from you!
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Gavin Crisp
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Gav, an accredited Psychological Therapist offering therapy in Birmingham and surrounding areas. With over 18 years’ experience, I support adults, children and young people with their mental health and self-development. You might be feeling stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected or struggling with confidence or self-worth. I focus on helping you make sense of what’s going on and creating meaningful, sustainable change. I work in a tailored, collaborative way, using evidence-based therapies and coaching tools to support growth, build confidence and help you feel more connected, capable and confident in yourself.
Hi, I’m Gav, an accredited Psychological Therapist offering therapy in Birmingham and surrounding areas. With over 18 years’ experience, I support adults, children and young people with their mental health and self-development. You might be feeling stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected or struggling with confidence or self-worth. I focus on helping you make sense of what’s going on and creating meaningful, sustainable change. I work in a tailored, collaborative way, using evidence-based therapies and coaching tools to support growth, build confidence and help you feel more connected, capable and confident in yourself.
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CBT for Healthy Minds ( Caroline Bottrill )
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Serves Area
Hello, I am Caroline, and I am a professional and caring Trauma Recovery Psychotherapist with 17 years experience. I understand how isolating trauma can be and I will hold your hand during your treatment using evidence based treatment CBT therapy integrated with somatic (in the body) healing methods. Working together I can help you to heal your trauma wounds and reinvent yourself to feel empowered and able to lead a happy and fulfilling life each day.
Hello, I am Caroline, and I am a professional and caring Trauma Recovery Psychotherapist with 17 years experience. I understand how isolating trauma can be and I will hold your hand during your treatment using evidence based treatment CBT therapy integrated with somatic (in the body) healing methods. Working together I can help you to heal your trauma wounds and reinvent yourself to feel empowered and able to lead a happy and fulfilling life each day.
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Theresa Dubicka-Keen
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Providing psychotherapy is my passion and I cover a wide range of issues namely- All Abuse, ADD / ADHD, Addictions, AIDS/HIV, Anger management, Anxiety, Asperger syndrome, Bereavement, Cancer, Child related issues, Chronic fatigue syndrome / ME, Cultural issues, Depression, Disability, Eating disorders, Health related issues, Identity issues, Infertility, Loss, Men's issues, Obsessions, OCD, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy related issues, Redundancy, Relationships, Self esteem, Self-harm, Sex-related issues, Sexual identity, Sexuality, Spirituality, Stress, Trauma, Women's issues, Work related issues.
Providing psychotherapy is my passion and I cover a wide range of issues namely- All Abuse, ADD / ADHD, Addictions, AIDS/HIV, Anger management, Anxiety, Asperger syndrome, Bereavement, Cancer, Child related issues, Chronic fatigue syndrome / ME, Cultural issues, Depression, Disability, Eating disorders, Health related issues, Identity issues, Infertility, Loss, Men's issues, Obsessions, OCD, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy related issues, Redundancy, Relationships, Self esteem, Self-harm, Sex-related issues, Sexual identity, Sexuality, Spirituality, Stress, Trauma, Women's issues, Work related issues.
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Claire Louise Thomas
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
I’m a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist, and clinical supervisor offering a warm, non-judgmental space to explore whatever’s bringing you to therapy or supervision. I work relationally, tailoring each session to your needs and goals. In therapy, I support you in understanding yourself with compassion. In supervision, we reflect together to deepen your practice and confidence. Regular reviews help ensure our work stays focused, supportive, and growthful. I offer a free initial session to explore whether working together feels right for you.
I’m a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist, and clinical supervisor offering a warm, non-judgmental space to explore whatever’s bringing you to therapy or supervision. I work relationally, tailoring each session to your needs and goals. In therapy, I support you in understanding yourself with compassion. In supervision, we reflect together to deepen your practice and confidence. Regular reviews help ensure our work stays focused, supportive, and growthful. I offer a free initial session to explore whether working together feels right for you.
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Ruthf.Therapies
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I’m a qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist. Have you reached a turning point wanting to move forward, but find yourself unable to? I aim to provide a safe, non-judgemental, compassionate space for Clients to explore their issues and challenges. Sometimes the first step is the hardest step! I have a special interest in working with individuals who have experienced trauma,  or struggle with cultural heritage and identity. I  also have an interest in Couples therapy.  Applying an empathetic approach, my goal is to create an environment where we can explore issues together, and work towards greater clarity and emotional freedom.
I’m a qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist. Have you reached a turning point wanting to move forward, but find yourself unable to? I aim to provide a safe, non-judgemental, compassionate space for Clients to explore their issues and challenges. Sometimes the first step is the hardest step! I have a special interest in working with individuals who have experienced trauma,  or struggle with cultural heritage and identity. I  also have an interest in Couples therapy.  Applying an empathetic approach, my goal is to create an environment where we can explore issues together, and work towards greater clarity and emotional freedom.
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Onni Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
You may be feeling anxious, angry, low, overwhelmed, or stuck — or perhaps you’re navigating a difficult relationship, family dynamic, addiction, or major life change. Whatever brings you here, counselling offers a space that’s just for you: a place to pause, reflect, and begin to understand what’s really going on. Our work together can help you make sense of your experiences, develop healthier ways of coping, and find a greater sense of balance and self-connection. Whether you’re healing from past trauma or seeking clarity about the present, counselling is centred around your growth, well-being, and the changes you want to make.
You may be feeling anxious, angry, low, overwhelmed, or stuck — or perhaps you’re navigating a difficult relationship, family dynamic, addiction, or major life change. Whatever brings you here, counselling offers a space that’s just for you: a place to pause, reflect, and begin to understand what’s really going on. Our work together can help you make sense of your experiences, develop healthier ways of coping, and find a greater sense of balance and self-connection. Whether you’re healing from past trauma or seeking clarity about the present, counselling is centred around your growth, well-being, and the changes you want to make.
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Keyong Ma
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
With a diverse background in community psychological services, NHS secondary care affective disorder services, specialist eating disorder services, and NeuroDevelopmental Disorder services, I possess a wealth of experience in addressing a wide range of issues, including ADHD, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, emotion dysregulation, borderline disorder, bipolar disorders and trauma. I aim to tailor treatment to meet the specific needs of clients, rather than requiring clients to adapt to a pre-determined model.
With a diverse background in community psychological services, NHS secondary care affective disorder services, specialist eating disorder services, and NeuroDevelopmental Disorder services, I possess a wealth of experience in addressing a wide range of issues, including ADHD, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, emotion dysregulation, borderline disorder, bipolar disorders and trauma. I aim to tailor treatment to meet the specific needs of clients, rather than requiring clients to adapt to a pre-determined model.
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Mandy Ross
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Are you feeling confused, stuck, in low spirits, struggling with choices? Perhaps you’re finding it difficult to manage your feelings, or recognising recurring patterns of difficulties, or feel you could be living more fully. We all face challenging times in our lives when it can be hard to find our way. I offer professional, confidential counselling with warmth, understanding, sensitivity and respect for people of diverse identities and backgrounds. I aim to work with you in a safe, supportive way, without judgement, to build a trusting relationship, and explore the difficulties you face.
Are you feeling confused, stuck, in low spirits, struggling with choices? Perhaps you’re finding it difficult to manage your feelings, or recognising recurring patterns of difficulties, or feel you could be living more fully. We all face challenging times in our lives when it can be hard to find our way. I offer professional, confidential counselling with warmth, understanding, sensitivity and respect for people of diverse identities and backgrounds. I aim to work with you in a safe, supportive way, without judgement, to build a trusting relationship, and explore the difficulties you face.
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Hannah Graham
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Are you looking for a counsellor who celebrates you for who you are and respects you as an expert in your own experience? As a humanistic, integrative counsellor, I'll put your unique self at the very heart of our work and draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques to find out what works best for you. I aim to use kindness, warmth and humour to create a space where you can be yourself and achieve your goals. Inclusivity is central to my practice: I'm neurodiversity affirming; and committed to supporting LGBQT+ clients, including trans and gender diverse clients, and those in non-monogamous or non-traditional relationships.
Are you looking for a counsellor who celebrates you for who you are and respects you as an expert in your own experience? As a humanistic, integrative counsellor, I'll put your unique self at the very heart of our work and draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques to find out what works best for you. I aim to use kindness, warmth and humour to create a space where you can be yourself and achieve your goals. Inclusivity is central to my practice: I'm neurodiversity affirming; and committed to supporting LGBQT+ clients, including trans and gender diverse clients, and those in non-monogamous or non-traditional relationships.
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Attachment-based Counsellors
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioural Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.