Chronic Illness Counselling in Wallasey
You might be struggling with relationships or work stress, perhaps you have anxiety or depression, you could be going through life changes like a bereavement or retirement. Maybe you simply feel stuck in a rut and unfulfilled. Whatever you are going through I can offer a safe, warm space to express your feelings with someone who will understand. With my support you can explore how to make positive changes or adjust to life circumstances and move forward. The link between psychological stress and physical poor health is clear, so making your emotional well-being a priority has lasting benefits in preventing future health problems.
You might be struggling with relationships or work stress, perhaps you have anxiety or depression, you could be going through life changes like a bereavement or retirement. Maybe you simply feel stuck in a rut and unfulfilled. Whatever you are going through I can offer a safe, warm space to express your feelings with someone who will understand. With my support you can explore how to make positive changes or adjust to life circumstances and move forward. The link between psychological stress and physical poor health is clear, so making your emotional well-being a priority has lasting benefits in preventing future health problems.
I work with couples, families and individuals facing a large variety of personal, behavioural and relational difficulties.
I have a particular interest in working with couples facing difficulties in their relationships, as well as individuals struggling with trauma, anxiety, self worth, depression and their own relational issues. I have experience working with clients diagnosed with BPD, psychosis and schizophrenia.
Above all I work with clients towards a sustainable positive way forward free of emotional and psychological distress with compassion and confidentiality.
I work with couples, families and individuals facing a large variety of personal, behavioural and relational difficulties.
I have a particular interest in working with couples facing difficulties in their relationships, as well as individuals struggling with trauma, anxiety, self worth, depression and their own relational issues. I have experience working with clients diagnosed with BPD, psychosis and schizophrenia.
Above all I work with clients towards a sustainable positive way forward free of emotional and psychological distress with compassion and confidentiality.
Victoria Lacey | CBT Therapist | EMDR | GetCBT
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
During your therapy, we will work as a team - to capitalise on your knowledge of your history, thoughts, feelings and reactions, and apply gold standard evidence based interventions and treatments to transform your emotional wellbeing. I founded GetCBT to provide you with a highly effective Psychotherapy experience, offering CBT, EMDR and Third Wave CBT Techniques. I specialise in Anxiety problems but work with a wide range of issues such as Depression & Low self-esteem & Anxiety & Panic Attacks, Worry, OCD, PTSD, Phobia's, Social Anxiety & Health Anxiety. Check out our Google & Trustpilot reviews or !
During your therapy, we will work as a team - to capitalise on your knowledge of your history, thoughts, feelings and reactions, and apply gold standard evidence based interventions and treatments to transform your emotional wellbeing. I founded GetCBT to provide you with a highly effective Psychotherapy experience, offering CBT, EMDR and Third Wave CBT Techniques. I specialise in Anxiety problems but work with a wide range of issues such as Depression & Low self-esteem & Anxiety & Panic Attacks, Worry, OCD, PTSD, Phobia's, Social Anxiety & Health Anxiety. Check out our Google & Trustpilot reviews or !
Are you having problems within your relationships both personally /professionally? Are you feeling alone, depressed, anxious or suffering from work-related stress? Do you feel your voice is not being heard or valued? Are you struggling to understand what is happening to you? Do not suffer alone I am here for you, to listen and understand you. I am a compassionate counsellor who has worked with children & adults offering a variety of counselling for issues regarding; stress; anxiety; grief; suicidal ideation; depression; confidence / self-esteem & abuse. My therapeutic approach will be individualised to meet your unique needs.
Are you having problems within your relationships both personally /professionally? Are you feeling alone, depressed, anxious or suffering from work-related stress? Do you feel your voice is not being heard or valued? Are you struggling to understand what is happening to you? Do not suffer alone I am here for you, to listen and understand you. I am a compassionate counsellor who has worked with children & adults offering a variety of counselling for issues regarding; stress; anxiety; grief; suicidal ideation; depression; confidence / self-esteem & abuse. My therapeutic approach will be individualised to meet your unique needs.
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Elizabeth Turp Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Liverpool L1
Are you experiencing overwhelming stress, a new chronic illness diagnosis or memories from the past that are becoming harder to deal with?
I am an integrative psychotherapist with Masters level training and a variety of evidence-based additional courses including CBT, mindfulness and Interpersonal Psychotherapy that I offer as appropriate to your individual needs and communication style. I work with an understanding of the part our brains and our bodies play in mental health difficulties.
Are you experiencing overwhelming stress, a new chronic illness diagnosis or memories from the past that are becoming harder to deal with?
I am an integrative psychotherapist with Masters level training and a variety of evidence-based additional courses including CBT, mindfulness and Interpersonal Psychotherapy that I offer as appropriate to your individual needs and communication style. I work with an understanding of the part our brains and our bodies play in mental health difficulties.
Empathy and understanding in acknowledging the impact of your chronic illness on all aspects of your life.
Are you seeking a deeper understanding of yourself and the challenges you've faced? Do you feel ready to make meaningful changes in your life? I understand how overwhelming life can be at times and how difficult it can be to navigate your thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Whether you're dealing with bereavement, grief, loss, or grappling with issues around identity, you don't have to face these struggles alone. Anxiety, depression, unresolved anger, or suicidal thoughts can feel paralysing, but there is a way forward. With personal and professional expertise in these areas, I'm here to support you work through them, heal and change.
Empathy and understanding in acknowledging the impact of your chronic illness on all aspects of your life.
Are you seeking a deeper understanding of yourself and the challenges you've faced? Do you feel ready to make meaningful changes in your life? I understand how overwhelming life can be at times and how difficult it can be to navigate your thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Whether you're dealing with bereavement, grief, loss, or grappling with issues around identity, you don't have to face these struggles alone. Anxiety, depression, unresolved anger, or suicidal thoughts can feel paralysing, but there is a way forward. With personal and professional expertise in these areas, I'm here to support you work through them, heal and change.
I am a Principal Health Psychologist (part time) in the NHS who supports people with chronic illness, including Long Covid.
I can help by supporting clients to manage chronic illness and the changes that go with chronic illness (E.g changes in sleep, mood, worry, exercise habits, relationships & support). We can also work towards living well despite the illness and planning for the future.
I am a Principal Health Psychologist (part time) in the NHS who supports people with chronic illness, including Long Covid.
I can help by supporting clients to manage chronic illness and the changes that go with chronic illness (E.g changes in sleep, mood, worry, exercise habits, relationships & support). We can also work towards living well despite the illness and planning for the future.
I also have an interest in working with individuals who have ADHD and/or a chronic illness due to my personal experience with both.
Are you feeling run down, overwhelmed, and exhausted? Hi, I’m Olivia, and my focus is to support people who are experiencing symptoms of burnout. It could be that your mood is lower than usual, you are struggling to sleep, concentration is difficult, and your brain may feel foggy. Perhaps you are experiencing a deep and unrelenting feeling of tiredness that rest doesn't seem to resolve. If you are feeling this way, you are not alone. I am here to support you, and my hope is that together we can uncover the underlying cause(s) and move towards positive change.
I also have an interest in working with individuals who have ADHD and/or a chronic illness due to my personal experience with both.
Are you feeling run down, overwhelmed, and exhausted? Hi, I’m Olivia, and my focus is to support people who are experiencing symptoms of burnout. It could be that your mood is lower than usual, you are struggling to sleep, concentration is difficult, and your brain may feel foggy. Perhaps you are experiencing a deep and unrelenting feeling of tiredness that rest doesn't seem to resolve. If you are feeling this way, you are not alone. I am here to support you, and my hope is that together we can uncover the underlying cause(s) and move towards positive change.
I support people with chronic illness such as Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, and other chronic bowel conditions.
I can help by listening and by understanding together what the challenges are that are you currently facing. For example, this could be with worry, sleep, exercise and general well-being. We will work together to decide the areas in your life that are important to you, and I will help you develop skills in managing difficult thoughts, feelings and emotions.
I support people with chronic illness such as Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, and other chronic bowel conditions.
I can help by listening and by understanding together what the challenges are that are you currently facing. For example, this could be with worry, sleep, exercise and general well-being. We will work together to decide the areas in your life that are important to you, and I will help you develop skills in managing difficult thoughts, feelings and emotions.
I have a specialism in Bereavement and with clients bringing various issues: anxiety, depression, Suicidal thoughts, bereavement, stress, addictions,relationship issues including domestic violence, family issues, sexual/emotional/physical abuse, gender transitioning,bullying school/work, menopause, sexual difficulties, PTSD, chronic illness/pain, divorce
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions? I aim to provide a safe space, and my full presence to listen to you. I am a Person-Centred/Experiential Counsellor with a 1st Class BA (Hons) Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, working in an emotion-focused way. I am passionate about counselling. I offer a warm, empathic, non-judgemental space, which will hopefully enable you to share whatever you wish, to help to empower you to make positive change in your life. specialisms:Bereavement, Neurodiversity, Anxiety, Self-harm, Depression,Children in care/ safeguarding/Child Protection,victims of the Manchester terrorist attack.
I have a specialism in Bereavement and with clients bringing various issues: anxiety, depression, Suicidal thoughts, bereavement, stress, addictions,relationship issues including domestic violence, family issues, sexual/emotional/physical abuse, gender transitioning,bullying school/work, menopause, sexual difficulties, PTSD, chronic illness/pain, divorce
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions? I aim to provide a safe space, and my full presence to listen to you. I am a Person-Centred/Experiential Counsellor with a 1st Class BA (Hons) Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, working in an emotion-focused way. I am passionate about counselling. I offer a warm, empathic, non-judgemental space, which will hopefully enable you to share whatever you wish, to help to empower you to make positive change in your life. specialisms:Bereavement, Neurodiversity, Anxiety, Self-harm, Depression,Children in care/ safeguarding/Child Protection,victims of the Manchester terrorist attack.
Drawing from more than 2500 hours of client work, I have experience working with people navigating anxiety, panic attacks, depression, burnout, loneliness, trauma, loss, grief or bereavement, major life transitions, relationship difficulties, low self-confidence, ADHD or Autism, chronic illness, queer experiences, and spiritual exploration.
Hi, I'm Laura, a BACP registered therapist with experience helping people to find meaningful change through exploring their feelings, thoughts, relationships, and experiences. I am a warm, relational, encouraging therapist with an open-hearted and creative approach to my practice. I appreciate the uniqueness of each person (and their experiences), and I welcome you, whatever journey you have taken to get here. I understand it can take great courage to reach out, and I offer Person-Centred Therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy to help you navigate what's coming up in your life.
Drawing from more than 2500 hours of client work, I have experience working with people navigating anxiety, panic attacks, depression, burnout, loneliness, trauma, loss, grief or bereavement, major life transitions, relationship difficulties, low self-confidence, ADHD or Autism, chronic illness, queer experiences, and spiritual exploration.
Hi, I'm Laura, a BACP registered therapist with experience helping people to find meaningful change through exploring their feelings, thoughts, relationships, and experiences. I am a warm, relational, encouraging therapist with an open-hearted and creative approach to my practice. I appreciate the uniqueness of each person (and their experiences), and I welcome you, whatever journey you have taken to get here. I understand it can take great courage to reach out, and I offer Person-Centred Therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy to help you navigate what's coming up in your life.
I have personal experience of relationship loss, grief, caring responsibilities, chronic illness and neurodiversity.
Hi, I'm Sarah. I support clients in a variety of ways depending on individual needs and goals. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to express emotions and explore feelings to improve emotional well-being. Are you frustrated with ADHD’s impact on your life? Has struggling growing up affected your self-worth? I can offer emotional support and help you develop strategies to manage symptoms and enhance coping strategies. Together, we’ll recognize your strengths, overcome self-doubt, and build a positive self-image, empowering you to make positive changes and improve your quality of life.
I have personal experience of relationship loss, grief, caring responsibilities, chronic illness and neurodiversity.
Hi, I'm Sarah. I support clients in a variety of ways depending on individual needs and goals. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to express emotions and explore feelings to improve emotional well-being. Are you frustrated with ADHD’s impact on your life? Has struggling growing up affected your self-worth? I can offer emotional support and help you develop strategies to manage symptoms and enhance coping strategies. Together, we’ll recognize your strengths, overcome self-doubt, and build a positive self-image, empowering you to make positive changes and improve your quality of life.
Do you feel ripped apart and shaken to your core? You don't want to be a burden to your friends and you can't talk to family, it's all so overwhelming. The deepest pit of despair and hurt, mixed emotions, anguish, anger, confusion, barely coping with intense non- stop life changes. Loss of family, partner or treasured friend, sudden or chronic illness, even loss of the person you used to be! Aging, guilt about lifestyle, fear of a new job and moving... the prickly heartache from losing your beloved pet. You don't even have the strength to take the next step, to pull yourself through while trying to reach your old self.
Do you feel ripped apart and shaken to your core? You don't want to be a burden to your friends and you can't talk to family, it's all so overwhelming. The deepest pit of despair and hurt, mixed emotions, anguish, anger, confusion, barely coping with intense non- stop life changes. Loss of family, partner or treasured friend, sudden or chronic illness, even loss of the person you used to be! Aging, guilt about lifestyle, fear of a new job and moving... the prickly heartache from losing your beloved pet. You don't even have the strength to take the next step, to pull yourself through while trying to reach your old self.
Hello, my name is Charlotte. I am a fully qualified counsellor & psychotherapist, trained in the person-centred experiential humanistic approach. Most people experience personal difficulties at some stage in our lives. It is quite normal and understandable to struggle with such issues, and to need some help & support during these times. I offer a confidential non- judgemental environment and a in which you can safely explore whatever it is you may be feeling or experiencing, in your own time and at your own pace.
Hello, my name is Charlotte. I am a fully qualified counsellor & psychotherapist, trained in the person-centred experiential humanistic approach. Most people experience personal difficulties at some stage in our lives. It is quite normal and understandable to struggle with such issues, and to need some help & support during these times. I offer a confidential non- judgemental environment and a in which you can safely explore whatever it is you may be feeling or experiencing, in your own time and at your own pace.
Navigating life's challenges can be difficult. My aim is to help you to start to understand and address the difficulties you are encountering whilst living a life that feels meaningful. I am confident that the integrated psychological approach I provide, informed by nearly two decades of working within the NHS across various specialisms will be able to help you find a way forward.
Navigating life's challenges can be difficult. My aim is to help you to start to understand and address the difficulties you are encountering whilst living a life that feels meaningful. I am confident that the integrated psychological approach I provide, informed by nearly two decades of working within the NHS across various specialisms will be able to help you find a way forward.
Hi! Do you need someone you can be totally open and honest with? Talk about things you can’t discuss with family and friends? Someone to really hear you? I can help. Do you have questions about possible neurodiversity? Maybe you are living with its effects either personally or as a family member/friend. Or are you at a point in your life where you are reassessing your path? Approaching a certain age and wondering ‘what next?’
Hi! Do you need someone you can be totally open and honest with? Talk about things you can’t discuss with family and friends? Someone to really hear you? I can help. Do you have questions about possible neurodiversity? Maybe you are living with its effects either personally or as a family member/friend. Or are you at a point in your life where you are reassessing your path? Approaching a certain age and wondering ‘what next?’
Hi there. Thank you for looking at my profile.I specialise in working with adults who are struggling to accept and come to terms with potential life changing neurological conditions such as stroke (including aphasia), TIA’s, Parkinsons, epilepsy and those who are neurodiverse. It can be difficult to talk to those close to us for a variety of reasons but perhaps it’s just that sometimes we need to be heard without judgement or fear of hurting our loved ones. I have a level 5 Diploma in Counselling Adult Trauma.
Hi there. Thank you for looking at my profile.I specialise in working with adults who are struggling to accept and come to terms with potential life changing neurological conditions such as stroke (including aphasia), TIA’s, Parkinsons, epilepsy and those who are neurodiverse. It can be difficult to talk to those close to us for a variety of reasons but perhaps it’s just that sometimes we need to be heard without judgement or fear of hurting our loved ones. I have a level 5 Diploma in Counselling Adult Trauma.
A warm welcome to those seeking therapy for the first time and those who might be coming back to its benefits. I offer a safe and supportive space where you can explore your feelings and experiences without judgment or expectation. My role in our therapy sessions is to support you emotionally through what can feel hard to confront alone.
I am a qualified, BACP registered counsellor working with individuals on improved emotional well-being, increased self-awareness and understanding and development of healthier coping mechanisms. You have come this far, and are invited to contact me with any questions.
A warm welcome to those seeking therapy for the first time and those who might be coming back to its benefits. I offer a safe and supportive space where you can explore your feelings and experiences without judgment or expectation. My role in our therapy sessions is to support you emotionally through what can feel hard to confront alone.
I am a qualified, BACP registered counsellor working with individuals on improved emotional well-being, increased self-awareness and understanding and development of healthier coping mechanisms. You have come this far, and are invited to contact me with any questions.
While common themes present in the therapy room, such as anxiety. low mood or grief, we are all individuals, and different people want different things from therapy. I am deeply committed to helping people find their way out of difficulties: we can all feel a little lost sometimes when life feels too much and we are overwhelmed. I have passion for restoring clients who are experiencing emotional trauma. I love to work with people who are wanting to understand more about themselves to grow & experience sense of contentment with life from within
While common themes present in the therapy room, such as anxiety. low mood or grief, we are all individuals, and different people want different things from therapy. I am deeply committed to helping people find their way out of difficulties: we can all feel a little lost sometimes when life feels too much and we are overwhelmed. I have passion for restoring clients who are experiencing emotional trauma. I love to work with people who are wanting to understand more about themselves to grow & experience sense of contentment with life from within
For me, therapy is about helping you to find your smile. The aim is to connect you with your joy. You are important and you deserve to be happy. It’s time to become who you really are. I support clients with a wide range of issues and especially those struggling with family trauma, social anxiety and chronic health issues. Working together in a safe, supportive and confidential environment, we can explore your experience and find a way forward that works for you.
For me, therapy is about helping you to find your smile. The aim is to connect you with your joy. You are important and you deserve to be happy. It’s time to become who you really are. I support clients with a wide range of issues and especially those struggling with family trauma, social anxiety and chronic health issues. Working together in a safe, supportive and confidential environment, we can explore your experience and find a way forward that works for you.
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How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.