Polyamory and ENM Counselling in Tynemouth

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Lisa Etherson
Verified Verified
Tynemouth NE30
I support people struggling with compulsive sexual behaviour—often known as sex or porn addiction. You might feel guilt or shame about porn use, find it hard to stop despite wanting to, or notice it causing problems in your life. My approach is sex-positive and nonjudgmental, focused on helping you reduce shame and build a relationship with your sexuality and sexual activity that you are more comfortable with. I also work with those experiencing shame about themselves, whether related to sex or other issues in life.
I support people struggling with compulsive sexual behaviour—often known as sex or porn addiction. You might feel guilt or shame about porn use, find it hard to stop despite wanting to, or notice it causing problems in your life. My approach is sex-positive and nonjudgmental, focused on helping you reduce shame and build a relationship with your sexuality and sexual activity that you are more comfortable with. I also work with those experiencing shame about themselves, whether related to sex or other issues in life.
0191 743 6693 View 0191 743 6693
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Next Step Psychotherapy & Wellbeing
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Experienced & friendly professionals. BOOK a FREE consultation ONLINE 24 hours a day at a time that’s convenient for yourself simply by clicking on our website. We offer Counselling & Psychotherapy for adults, couples, children and young people. with private clinics in Gosforth and Monkseaton. As well as therapy we also offer therapeutic parenting programs, dramatherapy, work with schools, businesses as well and training in and around the North East.
Experienced & friendly professionals. BOOK a FREE consultation ONLINE 24 hours a day at a time that’s convenient for yourself simply by clicking on our website. We offer Counselling & Psychotherapy for adults, couples, children and young people. with private clinics in Gosforth and Monkseaton. As well as therapy we also offer therapeutic parenting programs, dramatherapy, work with schools, businesses as well and training in and around the North East.
0191 580 4468 View 0191 580 4468
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Hazel Ahern
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi I'm Hazel, I am a counsellor and supervisor. I work with emotional, physical and sexual abuse, trauma, relationship and family issues, addiction, anxiety, stress and low self esteem. I have also had training working with bereavement. I offer a warm, private and comfortable place to talk and work through problems, to unravel issues and discuss goals for the future, enabling clients to moving forward with strength and understanding. I work in Newcastle city centre and Whitley Bay both have good public transport and nearby parking.
Hi I'm Hazel, I am a counsellor and supervisor. I work with emotional, physical and sexual abuse, trauma, relationship and family issues, addiction, anxiety, stress and low self esteem. I have also had training working with bereavement. I offer a warm, private and comfortable place to talk and work through problems, to unravel issues and discuss goals for the future, enabling clients to moving forward with strength and understanding. I work in Newcastle city centre and Whitley Bay both have good public transport and nearby parking.
0191 743 1676 View 0191 743 1676

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Fennec Adams
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Online Only
I offer Integrative Counselling, as well as Clinical Supervision. I have experience of working with a range of individuals and issues. I think it is really important to understand and acknowledge the complexity of every individual's experience. I endeavour to do this by holding an open mind and creating a safe, boundaried space in which we can work. I incorporate a range of theories and skills in order to best facilitate your individual process and needs. I work in a sex and kink positive way, with all types of relationship styles. Neurodiversity and how that shapes how we experience the world is also a big part of my practice.
I offer Integrative Counselling, as well as Clinical Supervision. I have experience of working with a range of individuals and issues. I think it is really important to understand and acknowledge the complexity of every individual's experience. I endeavour to do this by holding an open mind and creating a safe, boundaried space in which we can work. I incorporate a range of theories and skills in order to best facilitate your individual process and needs. I work in a sex and kink positive way, with all types of relationship styles. Neurodiversity and how that shapes how we experience the world is also a big part of my practice.
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Dr Louise Fernandes
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Hello and welcome - I’m really glad you’re here. I’m Louise, an experienced Clinical Psychologist. I support people with mental health difficulties, life changes, and adjusting to physical health conditions. I qualified in Newcastle in 2006 and have over 20 years’ experience in NHS community and hospital settings. I now run a private clinic in Jesmond and offer face-to-face, online, and telephone appointments for those aged 16+, so you can access support in a way that feels most comfortable for you. Concessionary rates are available for NHS and Blue Light workers.
Hello and welcome - I’m really glad you’re here. I’m Louise, an experienced Clinical Psychologist. I support people with mental health difficulties, life changes, and adjusting to physical health conditions. I qualified in Newcastle in 2006 and have over 20 years’ experience in NHS community and hospital settings. I now run a private clinic in Jesmond and offer face-to-face, online, and telephone appointments for those aged 16+, so you can access support in a way that feels most comfortable for you. Concessionary rates are available for NHS and Blue Light workers.
0191 743 3231 View 0191 743 3231
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Dr Scott J Staniforth
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
As a psychotherapist with 17 years of practice, I work with couples and individuals to understand the patterns shaping their lives and relationships, make sense of what they are going through, and explore what may be standing in the way of change. Many people who contact me already know that something is not working. They may find themselves repeating the same patterns in relationships, struggling to express what they really think or feel, adapting around others to keep the peace, or feeling stuck between wanting something different and feeling unable to move towards it.
As a psychotherapist with 17 years of practice, I work with couples and individuals to understand the patterns shaping their lives and relationships, make sense of what they are going through, and explore what may be standing in the way of change. Many people who contact me already know that something is not working. They may find themselves repeating the same patterns in relationships, struggling to express what they really think or feel, adapting around others to keep the peace, or feeling stuck between wanting something different and feeling unable to move towards it.
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Izzy Savege
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello, I'm Izzy :) I offer a grounding presence and creative approach. Sessions are a gentle place for you land and explore things at your own pace. Our goal to help you embrace your strength and your sensitivity. My practical take on therapy suits overthinkers and worriers who want to live a more embodied life. You don't need any artistic skills or experience to work with me!
Hello, I'm Izzy :) I offer a grounding presence and creative approach. Sessions are a gentle place for you land and explore things at your own pace. Our goal to help you embrace your strength and your sensitivity. My practical take on therapy suits overthinkers and worriers who want to live a more embodied life. You don't need any artistic skills or experience to work with me!
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Hannah Graham
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
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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Ruth Robson
Counsellor, MBACP
Waitlist for new clients
If you are going through a life change, struggling with relationships, or questioning your identity, I offer a supportive space, free of judgement, to explore your experiences and next steps. I believe there’s no "one size fits all" way of doing therapy, so I take an integrative approach to tailor our sessions to you. This could mean person-centered counselling where you bring in an issue each week, coaching strategies to develop coping skills, or creative methods to explore confusing feelings. I aim to be flexible to best support your personal growth, and therapy goals.
If you are going through a life change, struggling with relationships, or questioning your identity, I offer a supportive space, free of judgement, to explore your experiences and next steps. I believe there’s no "one size fits all" way of doing therapy, so I take an integrative approach to tailor our sessions to you. This could mean person-centered counselling where you bring in an issue each week, coaching strategies to develop coping skills, or creative methods to explore confusing feelings. I aim to be flexible to best support your personal growth, and therapy goals.
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Samantha Jane Johnson
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Hi, I'm Samantha Johnson, co founder of SR2 Therapeutic Solutions and I am a Person Centred Therapist (PCT) and Cognitive Behavioural therapist (CBT) for children and adults. I have been practising counselling PCT & CBT since 2020. I have previously worked for over 8 years supporting children and adults in educational settings. I have recently worked as a school lead in mental health counselling where I supported children with additional and complex needs, their parents and carers and their wider family. I currently have my own therapy space and offer a free telephone or video consultation in the first instance with all clients.
Hi, I'm Samantha Johnson, co founder of SR2 Therapeutic Solutions and I am a Person Centred Therapist (PCT) and Cognitive Behavioural therapist (CBT) for children and adults. I have been practising counselling PCT & CBT since 2020. I have previously worked for over 8 years supporting children and adults in educational settings. I have recently worked as a school lead in mental health counselling where I supported children with additional and complex needs, their parents and carers and their wider family. I currently have my own therapy space and offer a free telephone or video consultation in the first instance with all clients.
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Therapy with Natalie Peters
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I support clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, bereavement, trauma, the impact of abuse, and life transitions. I also have experience working with individuals living with ADHD and other forms of neurodivergence, supporting the unique challenges this can bring to identity, emotional regulation, self-worth, relationships and everyday life. My practice is rooted in GSRD-aware principles, ensuring that diverse gender identities, sexualities, and relationship structures are respected, offering an affirming, supportive space that fosters a sense of belonging.
I support clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, bereavement, trauma, the impact of abuse, and life transitions. I also have experience working with individuals living with ADHD and other forms of neurodivergence, supporting the unique challenges this can bring to identity, emotional regulation, self-worth, relationships and everyday life. My practice is rooted in GSRD-aware principles, ensuring that diverse gender identities, sexualities, and relationship structures are respected, offering an affirming, supportive space that fosters a sense of belonging.
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Jeannie Davison
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Are you looking for a warm and supportive therapeutic environment to enable you make changes, heal and grow? I am an experienced UKCP registered counsellor/psychotherapist providing therapy tailored to meet your specific needs. I am qualified to and experienced in working with all mental health issues. I will always ask what the goal of therapy is for you and work with you in planning the best way for us to make sure that this is achieved.
Are you looking for a warm and supportive therapeutic environment to enable you make changes, heal and grow? I am an experienced UKCP registered counsellor/psychotherapist providing therapy tailored to meet your specific needs. I am qualified to and experienced in working with all mental health issues. I will always ask what the goal of therapy is for you and work with you in planning the best way for us to make sure that this is achieved.
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Talk to Danny
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
I offer counselling for anyone over 18, regardless of gender identity, sexuality, disability or neurotype. I aim to collaborate with you to provide support the way you need it, to allow you to become more confident, self-assured, and to overcome the events of your past, or your fear of the future. I firmly believe that therapy can provide you with an adaptable 'toolkit' which allows you to support yourself through the trials and tribulations of life.
I offer counselling for anyone over 18, regardless of gender identity, sexuality, disability or neurotype. I aim to collaborate with you to provide support the way you need it, to allow you to become more confident, self-assured, and to overcome the events of your past, or your fear of the future. I firmly believe that therapy can provide you with an adaptable 'toolkit' which allows you to support yourself through the trials and tribulations of life.
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Matthew Booth
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I offer supportive sessions for all adults where your identity, experiences, and voice are respected and valued. My approach is warm, inclusive and grounded in the belief that therapy should be a space where you feel free to be fully yourself - no judgement, no masks. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, self-worth, or life's messier moments, I'm here to support you in reconnecting with your voice, your strength, and your freedom to live life on your terms.
I offer supportive sessions for all adults where your identity, experiences, and voice are respected and valued. My approach is warm, inclusive and grounded in the belief that therapy should be a space where you feel free to be fully yourself - no judgement, no masks. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, self-worth, or life's messier moments, I'm here to support you in reconnecting with your voice, your strength, and your freedom to live life on your terms.
0113 519 3311 View 0113 519 3311
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Ellen Houston
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
If you are here, you may be experiencing emotional difficulties that are leaving you feeling anxious, stuck or confused. Perhaps you are questioning aspects of your life, trying to solve the puzzle of why you are who you are. Or maybe you wish to feel happier, free'er and more settled in yourself, your choices and your relationships. You may not be able to put your finger on why you’re here, and that's okay too. I believe that to change, we must feel truly seen and listened to. I support my clients by providing a healing space to reflect and begin to address the difficulties and deeper questions they are facing in their lives.
If you are here, you may be experiencing emotional difficulties that are leaving you feeling anxious, stuck or confused. Perhaps you are questioning aspects of your life, trying to solve the puzzle of why you are who you are. Or maybe you wish to feel happier, free'er and more settled in yourself, your choices and your relationships. You may not be able to put your finger on why you’re here, and that's okay too. I believe that to change, we must feel truly seen and listened to. I support my clients by providing a healing space to reflect and begin to address the difficulties and deeper questions they are facing in their lives.
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Paul Agar
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
I understand reaching out for support can feel difficult, especially if you’ve been feeling stuck for some time. If you’re considering therapy, you're welcome to get in touch and make use of a free initial consultation. I’m an EMDR Psychotherapist, Consultant and Clinical Supervisor, and an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I have over fifteen years of experience supporting individuals with their mental health and emotional wellbeing, particularly in relation to trauma, anxiety, and feeling stuck in patterns that are difficult to shift.
I understand reaching out for support can feel difficult, especially if you’ve been feeling stuck for some time. If you’re considering therapy, you're welcome to get in touch and make use of a free initial consultation. I’m an EMDR Psychotherapist, Consultant and Clinical Supervisor, and an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I have over fifteen years of experience supporting individuals with their mental health and emotional wellbeing, particularly in relation to trauma, anxiety, and feeling stuck in patterns that are difficult to shift.
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Marking Therapy
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
You might feel stuck, overwhelmed or emotionally exhausted. Perhaps you’re grieving, questioning your identity or sexuality, managing complex relationships, or feeling caught between cultures, family and who you really are. You may be LGBTQIA+ or GSRD and want a safe, non-judgmental space to be heard, make sense of painful experiences and feel more grounded and hopeful.
You might feel stuck, overwhelmed or emotionally exhausted. Perhaps you’re grieving, questioning your identity or sexuality, managing complex relationships, or feeling caught between cultures, family and who you really are. You may be LGBTQIA+ or GSRD and want a safe, non-judgmental space to be heard, make sense of painful experiences and feel more grounded and hopeful.
0191 743 7740 View 0191 743 7740
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Dr Stuart Sadler
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
I specialise in helping people overcome problems such as depression, anxiety (whether due to worry, obsessive-compulsive disorder, health anxiety, or intrusive thoughts), and sleep disorders (such as insomnia, nightmares and early waking) so they can feel better and function better in day to day life again.
I specialise in helping people overcome problems such as depression, anxiety (whether due to worry, obsessive-compulsive disorder, health anxiety, or intrusive thoughts), and sleep disorders (such as insomnia, nightmares and early waking) so they can feel better and function better in day to day life again.
019467 60715 View 019467 60715
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Helen Graham
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Durham DH1
IN-PERSON sessions in DURHAM. I’m a highly qualified and experienced psychotherapist who works with a diverse range of people and the whole of their issues. I understand that everyone can go through difficult times and can benefit from support in handling these challenges. I can help by offering you a relaxed, safe and confidential therapeutic space to explore issues troubling you in a caring, accepting and non-judgemental way. People I have worked with tell me their therapeutic experience with me has increased their confidence, self-awareness, personal growth and they have gained a deeper sense of meaning, purpose and contentment.
IN-PERSON sessions in DURHAM. I’m a highly qualified and experienced psychotherapist who works with a diverse range of people and the whole of their issues. I understand that everyone can go through difficult times and can benefit from support in handling these challenges. I can help by offering you a relaxed, safe and confidential therapeutic space to explore issues troubling you in a caring, accepting and non-judgemental way. People I have worked with tell me their therapeutic experience with me has increased their confidence, self-awareness, personal growth and they have gained a deeper sense of meaning, purpose and contentment.
07933 709399 View 07933 709399
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Marina Oliveira de Carvalho
Psychologist, MA, CPsychol
Hi there! I'm Marina, a psychologist with a Master's in Clinical Psychology at the Jungian Studies Centre in São Paulo and a PhD Course in Human Sexuality in Portugal. I'm from Brazil and currently living in Newcastle. I'm an open-minded therapist who offers an empathic and non- judgmental environment. I work with people online and in-person in English or Portuguese.
Hi there! I'm Marina, a psychologist with a Master's in Clinical Psychology at the Jungian Studies Centre in São Paulo and a PhD Course in Human Sexuality in Portugal. I'm from Brazil and currently living in Newcastle. I'm an open-minded therapist who offers an empathic and non- judgmental environment. I work with people online and in-person in English or Portuguese.
0191 743 0555 View 0191 743 0555
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy Counsellors
Why might an individual want to see a therapist specialising in open relationships and consensual non-monogamy?
A client seeking help with an open or consensually non-monogamous relationship will prefer to talk with a professional whom they can count on to be nonjudgmental. Talking with a supportive therapist may on its own help relieve some of the stigma and challenges partners face. That said, the most important factor in the success of any type of therapy is the ability of the client and practitioner to form a strong, trusting bond. For this reason, an individual or couple could find success with a therapist who does not specialise in non-monogamous relationships but with whom they can build trust.

When should open or consensually non-monogamous partners seek counselling?
Like other couples, polyamorous partners typically seek counseling when they face relationship challenges they can’t solve themselves. In non-monogamous relationships, this could include breaches of trust, including infidelity; unclear rules or violations of boundaries; jealousy of outside partners; the stress of juggling the needs of multiple partners; or the effect of high partner turnover on children. Like those of other couples, polyamorous bonds can be threatened by increasingly frequent arguments, poor or dysfunctional communication, diminished emotional or physical intimacy, or the feeling that something is wrong, even if they don’t know what it is.

Do therapists have special training to gain expertise in open relationships and consensual non-monogamy?
No, but individuals seeking help with non-monogamous relationships would most likely consult a licensed professional with specific training in couples counseling or couples therapy. Couples counselling and couples therapy both involve teaching concrete strategies to navigate conflict in relationships. A good therapist can engage both partners as they explain these approaches but can also work with a single partner.

How long does therapy for consensually non-monogamous couples typically last?
Couples therapy for any type of couple, tends to be relatively time-limited, lasting around 12 weeks on average. A good therapist will tailor sessions to the individual partners’ emotions and sometimes their past, along with patterns found to be repeating in the relationship. In many cases, clients should expect their therapist to assign “homework” between weekly sessions.