Parenting Counselling in Thorpe Hesley

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TR Counselling Service
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Welcome to my profile page. I have over 24 years’ experience, I can provided brief therapy this is around six sessions. This is useful for Anxiety, Low mood. Overthinking, Confidence building, Family issues Bereavement and many other areas. If you find yourself thinking, I’ve never felt good enough or I have always had anxiety, it may be Low self-esteem or Trauma. You might have Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), or Depression or an Addiction these issues may need a more in-depth way of working. You might want to work on specific goals and be clear about what you would like to achieve from the work.
Welcome to my profile page. I have over 24 years’ experience, I can provided brief therapy this is around six sessions. This is useful for Anxiety, Low mood. Overthinking, Confidence building, Family issues Bereavement and many other areas. If you find yourself thinking, I’ve never felt good enough or I have always had anxiety, it may be Low self-esteem or Trauma. You might have Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), or Depression or an Addiction these issues may need a more in-depth way of working. You might want to work on specific goals and be clear about what you would like to achieve from the work.
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Anna Potts
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I can help with change and 'stuckness'. If you are: adjusting to a diagnosis like autism; a young adult starting or leaving something; processing changes or news; evolving spirituality, religion or noticing coercion or abuse in religions. I can also help during struggles with anxiety, depression or other challenges. My professional experience includes working with neurodivergence, abuse and life stage. Things like: arenthood; menopause; a diagnosis; studying/work; relationships starting or ending; recognising coercion in a religion or changing your religious views and beliefs; leaving or joining a group; loss / ending / new start.
I can help with change and 'stuckness'. If you are: adjusting to a diagnosis like autism; a young adult starting or leaving something; processing changes or news; evolving spirituality, religion or noticing coercion or abuse in religions. I can also help during struggles with anxiety, depression or other challenges. My professional experience includes working with neurodivergence, abuse and life stage. Things like: arenthood; menopause; a diagnosis; studying/work; relationships starting or ending; recognising coercion in a religion or changing your religious views and beliefs; leaving or joining a group; loss / ending / new start.
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Let's Talk, Dr Pam Wolliston
Counsellor, PhD, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Life, what's it all about? It can bring unexpected joy and/or unwanted challenges. However, we know that those challenges which create psychological and physical strains can preoccupy us the most. As a counsellor, I have a longstanding interest in supporting children, young people and adults who are going through difficult times. I will listen and engage with empathy, thereby making easier for you to feel safe as you share your thoughts and experiences.
Life, what's it all about? It can bring unexpected joy and/or unwanted challenges. However, we know that those challenges which create psychological and physical strains can preoccupy us the most. As a counsellor, I have a longstanding interest in supporting children, young people and adults who are going through difficult times. I will listen and engage with empathy, thereby making easier for you to feel safe as you share your thoughts and experiences.
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Dr Melita Ash, Percuro Psychology
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Matlock DE4
I support anxious and/ or neurodivergent adolescents and their parents through parent consultations and psychological therapy for tweens and teens, alongside autism and ADHD assessments and post diagnosis support that provides clarity and guidance for families.
When anxiety and neurodivergence meet adolescence, families can feel lost. Perhaps your once-confident child is now overwhelmed by school, friendships or everyday expectations. Maybe anxiety has taken hold, routines have become rigid, or you feel like you are constantly walking on eggshells at home. Many of the families I work with are supporting teenagers who are autistic, ADHD, or exploring whether neurodivergence may be part of the picture. Often anxiety sits alongside this, and what can look like avoidance, shutdown, or refusal is actually a young person whose nervous system has become overwhelmed.
I support anxious and/ or neurodivergent adolescents and their parents through parent consultations and psychological therapy for tweens and teens, alongside autism and ADHD assessments and post diagnosis support that provides clarity and guidance for families.
When anxiety and neurodivergence meet adolescence, families can feel lost. Perhaps your once-confident child is now overwhelmed by school, friendships or everyday expectations. Maybe anxiety has taken hold, routines have become rigid, or you feel like you are constantly walking on eggshells at home. Many of the families I work with are supporting teenagers who are autistic, ADHD, or exploring whether neurodivergence may be part of the picture. Often anxiety sits alongside this, and what can look like avoidance, shutdown, or refusal is actually a young person whose nervous system has become overwhelmed.
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Garden Room Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Matlock DE4
We work with clients who may be struggling with attachment struggles, self-esteem, parenting, or eating disorders.
We support individuals 16+ and couples utilising compassionate evidence based psychotherapy. Putting your trust in a provider can be a tricky place to start, so we offer a free assessment with no pressure to commit without feeling certain we are a therapy service that is right for you. Our team offers extensive experience working within areas including: - Eating disorders - Couples - Grief - Self esteem - Anxiety - Maladaptive daydreaming - Attachment - Neurodiversity - Sexuality and gender (LGBTQ+) - Asylum seekers We offer both short-term and open-ended therapy.
We work with clients who may be struggling with attachment struggles, self-esteem, parenting, or eating disorders.
We support individuals 16+ and couples utilising compassionate evidence based psychotherapy. Putting your trust in a provider can be a tricky place to start, so we offer a free assessment with no pressure to commit without feeling certain we are a therapy service that is right for you. Our team offers extensive experience working within areas including: - Eating disorders - Couples - Grief - Self esteem - Anxiety - Maladaptive daydreaming - Attachment - Neurodiversity - Sexuality and gender (LGBTQ+) - Asylum seekers We offer both short-term and open-ended therapy.
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Dr Rachel Swanick
Verified Verified
I can help parents who are struggling to support their children due to developmental, health and attachment challenges.
Hello, I am Rachel, a Chartered Psychologist with the BPS. I am an experienced attachment and assessment specialist dedicated to fostering positive growth in families and professionals for over ten years. Utilising a blend of creative arts, coaching, and psychotherapy, I offer tailored support that empowers individuals to thrive. My compassionate approach ensures that every client feels understood and valued on their journey towards healing and connection. I use the transformative power of the therapeutic alliance to help you take the first step towards a brighter future.
I can help parents who are struggling to support their children due to developmental, health and attachment challenges.
Hello, I am Rachel, a Chartered Psychologist with the BPS. I am an experienced attachment and assessment specialist dedicated to fostering positive growth in families and professionals for over ten years. Utilising a blend of creative arts, coaching, and psychotherapy, I offer tailored support that empowers individuals to thrive. My compassionate approach ensures that every client feels understood and valued on their journey towards healing and connection. I use the transformative power of the therapeutic alliance to help you take the first step towards a brighter future.
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Chloe Dawson
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, I'm glad you’re here. I work with people who are looking for a space where they can show up exactly as they are—no masks, no judgment. Tend Counselling is my private practice that I run with my colleague. I'm Chloe, and I'm neurodiversity-affirming and LGBTQ+ inclusive, and I take an integrative approach that pulls from different therapeutic models, such as Psychodynamic and person-centred, to best fit your unique needs, experiences, and goals.
Hi, I'm glad you’re here. I work with people who are looking for a space where they can show up exactly as they are—no masks, no judgment. Tend Counselling is my private practice that I run with my colleague. I'm Chloe, and I'm neurodiversity-affirming and LGBTQ+ inclusive, and I take an integrative approach that pulls from different therapeutic models, such as Psychodynamic and person-centred, to best fit your unique needs, experiences, and goals.
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Systemisk Psychology
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol
1 Endorsed
Leeds LS18
Nina & Aiveen are Clinical Directors of Sytemisk Psychology. Our team is made up of experienced, HCPC registered Psychologists. We are skilled at identifying clients needs and tailor making evidence-based therapy, designed to have maximum impact. Choosing a therapist can feel more complex than it needs to be. We have extensive clinical training that enables us to work with you to design the approach that is right for you, and achieves the desired outcomes you want. Good quality therapy should be effective and value for money. Let us support you to make holistic, wellbeing gains that have the potential for life long impact.
Nina & Aiveen are Clinical Directors of Sytemisk Psychology. Our team is made up of experienced, HCPC registered Psychologists. We are skilled at identifying clients needs and tailor making evidence-based therapy, designed to have maximum impact. Choosing a therapist can feel more complex than it needs to be. We have extensive clinical training that enables us to work with you to design the approach that is right for you, and achieves the desired outcomes you want. Good quality therapy should be effective and value for money. Let us support you to make holistic, wellbeing gains that have the potential for life long impact.
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Dr Margaret Lyons
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
At times life can be challenging for children and adolescents, as well as for you as a parent.
With over eight years experience of working across different NHS mental health services, for both adults and children, I support a range of difficulties. My approach is integrative, meaning I use different therapeutic models tailored in a way that considers your unique circumstances, the existing evidence-base (what research tells us works), and your goals.
At times life can be challenging for children and adolescents, as well as for you as a parent.
With over eight years experience of working across different NHS mental health services, for both adults and children, I support a range of difficulties. My approach is integrative, meaning I use different therapeutic models tailored in a way that considers your unique circumstances, the existing evidence-base (what research tells us works), and your goals.
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The Child Psychology Hub - Dr Ella Woods
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
You might be doubting yourself as a parent or feel exhausted trying to find the right support.
You can work to improve your child’s mental health, embrace parenthood and reconnect as a family. Hi, I am Dr Ella Woods mum of two, clinical psychologist and founder of The Child Psychology Hub. I have 13 years' experience working alongside children and adolescence experiencing mental health difficulties and worked as a senior psychologist in CAMHS.
You might be doubting yourself as a parent or feel exhausted trying to find the right support.
You can work to improve your child’s mental health, embrace parenthood and reconnect as a family. Hi, I am Dr Ella Woods mum of two, clinical psychologist and founder of The Child Psychology Hub. I have 13 years' experience working alongside children and adolescence experiencing mental health difficulties and worked as a senior psychologist in CAMHS.
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Dr Caroline Bligh
Verified Verified
Leeds LS16
I am here to support you through difficult period in your professional or personal life. Are you struggling to cope due to stresses at work and/or home? Perhaps you have a new role or a baby! The ongoing demands of work, personal relationships and/or family responsibilities may be reducing your energy levels. By introducing positive and solution focused support. I can help you work through these difficult times.
I am here to support you through difficult period in your professional or personal life. Are you struggling to cope due to stresses at work and/or home? Perhaps you have a new role or a baby! The ongoing demands of work, personal relationships and/or family responsibilities may be reducing your energy levels. By introducing positive and solution focused support. I can help you work through these difficult times.
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Margaret Wilson - Child and Adolescent Counsellor
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am an experienced Child, Young Person and Parent Psychotherapist, based in Harrogate.
I have undergone many years of in-depth specialist training to understand the complexity of the young brain, developmental stages and attachment. I provide a range of therapeutic approaches, including play, creative and talking. I work with adopted families. I provide therapeutic coaching for ASD/ADHD. I also offer therapeutic sessions for parents.
I am an experienced Child, Young Person and Parent Psychotherapist, based in Harrogate.
I have undergone many years of in-depth specialist training to understand the complexity of the young brain, developmental stages and attachment. I provide a range of therapeutic approaches, including play, creative and talking. I work with adopted families. I provide therapeutic coaching for ASD/ADHD. I also offer therapeutic sessions for parents.
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Liz Maskew
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Leeds LS17
Do you feel on high alert, experience anxiety, depression, maybe have racing thoughts, don't feel good enough and struggling to sleep.  I can help you to feel calmer, lighter more connected to others, confident as well as feeling more in control.   Life can feel so exhausting when you are overwhelmed. I understand that sense of confusion, isolation, feeling lost with how to be ‘strong’, be enough.   Together we can work on reducing the impact of distressing thoughts, reducing feelings of overwhelm and manage any self harm or suicidal thoughts and feelings. I will be beside you as you learn more about yourself and what you need.
Do you feel on high alert, experience anxiety, depression, maybe have racing thoughts, don't feel good enough and struggling to sleep.  I can help you to feel calmer, lighter more connected to others, confident as well as feeling more in control.   Life can feel so exhausting when you are overwhelmed. I understand that sense of confusion, isolation, feeling lost with how to be ‘strong’, be enough.   Together we can work on reducing the impact of distressing thoughts, reducing feelings of overwhelm and manage any self harm or suicidal thoughts and feelings. I will be beside you as you learn more about yourself and what you need.
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Sarah Cassidy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Building a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship is at the core of our work together. My commitment is to provide you with a safe, non-judgmental space where you can openly explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I approach our sessions with empathy, respect, and understanding of your unique journey. I am an experienced trauma and attachment psychotherapist with many years experience working with adults, children, young people and families who have had attachment difficulties and disruptions. I am also trained in DDP and Theraplay.
Building a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship is at the core of our work together. My commitment is to provide you with a safe, non-judgmental space where you can openly explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I approach our sessions with empathy, respect, and understanding of your unique journey. I am an experienced trauma and attachment psychotherapist with many years experience working with adults, children, young people and families who have had attachment difficulties and disruptions. I am also trained in DDP and Theraplay.
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Dr David Fong
Psychologist, CPsychol
Sometimes life takes us off the path we thought we were walking. I’m here to help you find your footing again. I’m David, a Principal Clinical Psychologist, Senior Practitioner Coach, and accredited CBT therapist with nearly 30 years of clinical experience – including 17 years in the NHS. But beyond the titles and qualifications, I’m someone who deeply believes in the power of connection: to ourselves, to others, and to the natural world. I work with teenagers (14+) and adults of all ages – people who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, burnt out or simply unsure of the next step.
Sometimes life takes us off the path we thought we were walking. I’m here to help you find your footing again. I’m David, a Principal Clinical Psychologist, Senior Practitioner Coach, and accredited CBT therapist with nearly 30 years of clinical experience – including 17 years in the NHS. But beyond the titles and qualifications, I’m someone who deeply believes in the power of connection: to ourselves, to others, and to the natural world. I work with teenagers (14+) and adults of all ages – people who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, burnt out or simply unsure of the next step.
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Sian Palma Kilcommons
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Perhaps, as a parent you wish to improve your relationship with your teenage child or as an adult you wish to improve your relationship with your parents?
I can offer specialist psychotherapy for individuals, couples, whole families or other close relationships. I can also offer supervision to therapists and counsellors.
Perhaps, as a parent you wish to improve your relationship with your teenage child or as an adult you wish to improve your relationship with your parents?
I can offer specialist psychotherapy for individuals, couples, whole families or other close relationships. I can also offer supervision to therapists and counsellors.
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Carrie Meadows
Counsellor, BACP
2 Endorsed
Matlock DE4
With 20 years of experience in mental health, counselling, parent coaching, education, and holistic well-being, I offer more than just talk therapy.
How Therapy with Me Works? I integrate person-centred counselling with body-based trauma healing, including Somatic therapy and embodiment practices to release stored trauma Mindfulness and breathwork to regulate emotions and reduce anxiety,Emotional processing and self-compassion techniques to break limiting beliefs,Attachment-based therapy healing the past
With 20 years of experience in mental health, counselling, parent coaching, education, and holistic well-being, I offer more than just talk therapy.
How Therapy with Me Works? I integrate person-centred counselling with body-based trauma healing, including Somatic therapy and embodiment practices to release stored trauma Mindfulness and breathwork to regulate emotions and reduce anxiety,Emotional processing and self-compassion techniques to break limiting beliefs,Attachment-based therapy healing the past
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Dominique Pitman
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Leeds LS16
Are you struggling with everyday life at the moment, or are you not feeling yourself? Do you have lots of thoughts going round your head and you don’t know what to do about them? Taking some time out to talk to an experienced therapist can really help. Together we can explore your feelings and worries, better understand where they come from and also figure out what changes you could make to help you feel happier. I aim to listen and be truly alongside you throughout the sessions as you talk about anything that you want to bring – be it experiences from the past, things that are happening now, or concerns for the future.
Are you struggling with everyday life at the moment, or are you not feeling yourself? Do you have lots of thoughts going round your head and you don’t know what to do about them? Taking some time out to talk to an experienced therapist can really help. Together we can explore your feelings and worries, better understand where they come from and also figure out what changes you could make to help you feel happier. I aim to listen and be truly alongside you throughout the sessions as you talk about anything that you want to bring – be it experiences from the past, things that are happening now, or concerns for the future.
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Danny O'Rourke
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
I specialise in anxiety, OCD, and eating disorders across all ages, offering both individual therapy and parent interventions.
I'm an expert in helping kids and adults who are facing anxiety, OCD, or eating challenges and are ready for meaningful change. I work well with individuals and families facing complex challenges—at any level of severity—whether longstanding or just beginning to surface. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what actually works. That’s where I come in. I bring sharp clinical insight, practical direction, and a genuine commitment to helping you or your child move forward—with warmth, clarity, and care that’s grounded in research.
I specialise in anxiety, OCD, and eating disorders across all ages, offering both individual therapy and parent interventions.
I'm an expert in helping kids and adults who are facing anxiety, OCD, or eating challenges and are ready for meaningful change. I work well with individuals and families facing complex challenges—at any level of severity—whether longstanding or just beginning to surface. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what actually works. That’s where I come in. I bring sharp clinical insight, practical direction, and a genuine commitment to helping you or your child move forward—with warmth, clarity, and care that’s grounded in research.
0115 647 7981 View 0115 647 7981
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Silver Tree Counselling Service
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Many parents spend so much time looking after everyone else that they rarely stop to notice the toll its taking on them.
I offer support with:- Postnatal anxiety, low mood, worrying thoughts, and difficult birth experiences. Feeling exhausted, guilty, overstimulated, or not quite yourself. Relationship difficulties with teenagers and the challenges of adolescence. The emotional impact of parenting a neurodivergent child. Old patterns from your own childhood showing up.
Many parents spend so much time looking after everyone else that they rarely stop to notice the toll its taking on them.
I offer support with:- Postnatal anxiety, low mood, worrying thoughts, and difficult birth experiences. Feeling exhausted, guilty, overstimulated, or not quite yourself. Relationship difficulties with teenagers and the challenges of adolescence. The emotional impact of parenting a neurodivergent child. Old patterns from your own childhood showing up.
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Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.