ADHD Counselling in Westcliff-on-Sea
I'm Kirsty, a Neurodivergent affirming Counsellor, with lived experience of Autism. I am an lntegrative Counsellor with a person centred base.
This means that I am able to put you at the centre of the therapeutic process whilst utilising a range of counselling tools tailored to suit your specific needs.
I am able to work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. During the therapeutic process, I will meet you wherever you may be within your journey.
At the heart of my practice lies your empowerment and automomy. My approach is empowering, authentic, nurturing and non-medicalalised, with a safe and non judgemental space.
I'm Kirsty, a Neurodivergent affirming Counsellor, with lived experience of Autism. I am an lntegrative Counsellor with a person centred base.
This means that I am able to put you at the centre of the therapeutic process whilst utilising a range of counselling tools tailored to suit your specific needs.
I am able to work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. During the therapeutic process, I will meet you wherever you may be within your journey.
At the heart of my practice lies your empowerment and automomy. My approach is empowering, authentic, nurturing and non-medicalalised, with a safe and non judgemental space.
For anyone wanting to understand their emotions, find life easier to cope with and work on self-improvement and self-esteem, I am here to help you build positive mental health strategies into your day-to-day life so that things can feel easier to manage. I have extensive experience working with self-esteem, anxiety and stress management. Alongside those, I am experienced in supporting with depression, body image concerns, grief and relationship issues (whether that be partner, family, friend etc.). I will cater the therapy to you by allowing you to guide me in what you would like to explore and gain from the process.
For anyone wanting to understand their emotions, find life easier to cope with and work on self-improvement and self-esteem, I am here to help you build positive mental health strategies into your day-to-day life so that things can feel easier to manage. I have extensive experience working with self-esteem, anxiety and stress management. Alongside those, I am experienced in supporting with depression, body image concerns, grief and relationship issues (whether that be partner, family, friend etc.). I will cater the therapy to you by allowing you to guide me in what you would like to explore and gain from the process.
I work with purpose-driven individuals who feel as though they’ve lost their sense of direction. Outwardly, they may appear successful, but inside, often feel stressed, overwhelmed and disconnected. I support my clients in navigating challenges such as anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties and codependency, guiding them to move beyond external achievements and reconnect with their inner calm, authentic joy, and lasting fulfilment.
I work with purpose-driven individuals who feel as though they’ve lost their sense of direction. Outwardly, they may appear successful, but inside, often feel stressed, overwhelmed and disconnected. I support my clients in navigating challenges such as anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties and codependency, guiding them to move beyond external achievements and reconnect with their inner calm, authentic joy, and lasting fulfilment.
Having difficulties with relationships or your sense of self? Confusing emotional responses to situations that never used to cause any problems? Inability to focus at home or work? Does now feel like a good time for a fresh perspective?
If you are feeling overwhelmed, distressed or disconnected this can be exhausting and isolating. Life can feel intense sometimes and if you want to start exploring this we can look at what's going on for you right now, then we can focus on your long term goals and help you move to where you want to be.
I can help with anxiety, grief, low self esteem, family or health concerns and many other issues.
Having difficulties with relationships or your sense of self? Confusing emotional responses to situations that never used to cause any problems? Inability to focus at home or work? Does now feel like a good time for a fresh perspective?
If you are feeling overwhelmed, distressed or disconnected this can be exhausting and isolating. Life can feel intense sometimes and if you want to start exploring this we can look at what's going on for you right now, then we can focus on your long term goals and help you move to where you want to be.
I can help with anxiety, grief, low self esteem, family or health concerns and many other issues.
Hello. I’m Ellen, I am a warm, friendly and empathic therapist. You maybe feeling lost, lonely and not sure of what is happening just now. By reaching out, we can work toward making things feel more manageable. I welcome you to a trusting and safe space for us to navigate together the difficulties you are experiencing. I work with adults, young people and especially women, to help nurture a greater sense of Self and confidence. My focus is: self-worth, relationship difficulties, parenting, work, depression, anxiety and managing change. My aim is to be beside you and guide you toward greater clarity and calm in your life.
Hello. I’m Ellen, I am a warm, friendly and empathic therapist. You maybe feeling lost, lonely and not sure of what is happening just now. By reaching out, we can work toward making things feel more manageable. I welcome you to a trusting and safe space for us to navigate together the difficulties you are experiencing. I work with adults, young people and especially women, to help nurture a greater sense of Self and confidence. My focus is: self-worth, relationship difficulties, parenting, work, depression, anxiety and managing change. My aim is to be beside you and guide you toward greater clarity and calm in your life.
If you are thinking of starting a therapy you may be willing to deal with painful issues that can manifest in various shapes and intensity and have an impact on the day-to-day life; such issues are personal and linked both to personality and life events. A disturb can express in different ways and symptoms, like panic attacks, Depression, psychosomatic symptoms, Anxiety etc. Other times there is rather a generic feeling of discomfort that needs to be defined and addressed.
If you are thinking of starting a therapy you may be willing to deal with painful issues that can manifest in various shapes and intensity and have an impact on the day-to-day life; such issues are personal and linked both to personality and life events. A disturb can express in different ways and symptoms, like panic attacks, Depression, psychosomatic symptoms, Anxiety etc. Other times there is rather a generic feeling of discomfort that needs to be defined and addressed.
I work with a range of issues including: depression, anxiety, adult ADHD, autistic spectrum disorder, grief, gender and sexual identity, childhood trauma, personality disorders, self harm, and attachment disorders.
I’m interested in what works for you. I offer bespoke online therapy services tailored specifically for you. Whether you’re with me for counselling, long term psychodynamic therapy, or couple’s counselling, I’ll tailor my approach to meet your needs. I offer an honest, judgement-free approach and I can assist you in gaining a deeper understanding of yourself.
I work with a range of issues including: depression, anxiety, adult ADHD, autistic spectrum disorder, grief, gender and sexual identity, childhood trauma, personality disorders, self harm, and attachment disorders.
I’m interested in what works for you. I offer bespoke online therapy services tailored specifically for you. Whether you’re with me for counselling, long term psychodynamic therapy, or couple’s counselling, I’ll tailor my approach to meet your needs. I offer an honest, judgement-free approach and I can assist you in gaining a deeper understanding of yourself.
I provide a safe, supportive and confidential space in which clients can seek insight into any issues of concern. My individual clientele spends all ages including children. I also work with couples and families. Short or long-term therapy is offered. My extensive training allows me to draw upon multiple disciplines to tailor the support to the needs of the client.
I provide a safe, supportive and confidential space in which clients can seek insight into any issues of concern. My individual clientele spends all ages including children. I also work with couples and families. Short or long-term therapy is offered. My extensive training allows me to draw upon multiple disciplines to tailor the support to the needs of the client.
Hello, I'm Kay. I understand that choosing the right therapist can be difficult so, I offer a free no obligation consultation for you to get a feel for how we might work together. Whether you are experiencing relationship troubles, anxiety, depression, navigating neurodivergence, menopause, low self-esteem, difficult childhood experiences, loss, bereavement (including pets) or you'd like to explore your patterns of behaviour. It is a privilege to be in entrusted with your personal thoughts and feelings.
Hello, I'm Kay. I understand that choosing the right therapist can be difficult so, I offer a free no obligation consultation for you to get a feel for how we might work together. Whether you are experiencing relationship troubles, anxiety, depression, navigating neurodivergence, menopause, low self-esteem, difficult childhood experiences, loss, bereavement (including pets) or you'd like to explore your patterns of behaviour. It is a privilege to be in entrusted with your personal thoughts and feelings.
Do you feel lost and alone? Maybe you're struggling to come to terms with a loss? Or perhaps you're dealing with a difficult diagnosis? Counselling can help you to: - Learn how to cope again following your loss - Explore and understand your grief, reducing isolation and improving confidence - Face difficult conversations, bringing back a sense of control.
Do you feel lost and alone? Maybe you're struggling to come to terms with a loss? Or perhaps you're dealing with a difficult diagnosis? Counselling can help you to: - Learn how to cope again following your loss - Explore and understand your grief, reducing isolation and improving confidence - Face difficult conversations, bringing back a sense of control.
I am a BACP and EMDR Counsellor offering face to face, online and telephone counselling. My clients say that I'm very easy to talk to, warm and friendly. I can help you to explore your issues to help you gain awareness, understanding and get to a place or acceptance of a situation you are struggling with. I am also a qualified NLP and EFT coach offering specific techniques suited to working with any issues related to trauma, depression & anxiety.
I am a BACP and EMDR Counsellor offering face to face, online and telephone counselling. My clients say that I'm very easy to talk to, warm and friendly. I can help you to explore your issues to help you gain awareness, understanding and get to a place or acceptance of a situation you are struggling with. I am also a qualified NLP and EFT coach offering specific techniques suited to working with any issues related to trauma, depression & anxiety.
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I continue to support my work with CPD with a particular interest in Attachment, ADHD and Bereavement.
I understand how daunting it can be to begin therapy. Whatever you’re struggling with, be it depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship or attachment issues, we can look at the jigsaw pieces of your life together, to help you gain clarity. This may involve exploring the past to identify patterns in emotions and behaviours which shine a light on current issues. You may be grappling with life’s meaning after bereavement or a relationship breakdown. Any kind of loss can have a huge impact on our mental wellbeing. I work with you to help you make sense of things & find meaning and purpose in order to move forward and feel less lost.
I continue to support my work with CPD with a particular interest in Attachment, ADHD and Bereavement.
I understand how daunting it can be to begin therapy. Whatever you’re struggling with, be it depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship or attachment issues, we can look at the jigsaw pieces of your life together, to help you gain clarity. This may involve exploring the past to identify patterns in emotions and behaviours which shine a light on current issues. You may be grappling with life’s meaning after bereavement or a relationship breakdown. Any kind of loss can have a huge impact on our mental wellbeing. I work with you to help you make sense of things & find meaning and purpose in order to move forward and feel less lost.
Hi, thanks for visiting my profile. If you're feeling overwhelmed, unloved, or any of the complex emotions life throws at us, I’m here to offer my support. Together, we'll navigate through the complexities of life and work towards understanding and accepting the parts of you that may have been rejected, hidden, or misunderstood. In my practice, I provide a confidential space free from judgement, where your voice is heard, your experiences validated, and your presence accepted.
Hi, thanks for visiting my profile. If you're feeling overwhelmed, unloved, or any of the complex emotions life throws at us, I’m here to offer my support. Together, we'll navigate through the complexities of life and work towards understanding and accepting the parts of you that may have been rejected, hidden, or misunderstood. In my practice, I provide a confidential space free from judgement, where your voice is heard, your experiences validated, and your presence accepted.
Do you struggle living in a neurodivergent household or waiting a ADHD diagnosis and feel that no one gets you?
If trauma or anxiety is weighing you down, you don’t have to face it alone. Past experiences can leave your mind and body stuck in survival mode. In a safe, supportive space, using various gentle therapeutic approaches including The Rewind Method a simple yet powerful way of helping your brain “file away” painful memories so they lose their emotional grip.
Do you struggle living in a neurodivergent household or waiting a ADHD diagnosis and feel that no one gets you?
If trauma or anxiety is weighing you down, you don’t have to face it alone. Past experiences can leave your mind and body stuck in survival mode. In a safe, supportive space, using various gentle therapeutic approaches including The Rewind Method a simple yet powerful way of helping your brain “file away” painful memories so they lose their emotional grip.
My approach focuses on creating a safe and supportive space to explore a range of difficulties including low mood and depression, OCD, ADHD, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, eating and sleeping difficulties, as well as challenges within relationships.
I work in an integrative manner within a range of modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mentalisation-Based Therapy, Narrative Exposure Therapy and Compassion-Based Therapy. Through the assessment process, we will explore which approach is best suited to your needs and proceed accordingly.
My approach focuses on creating a safe and supportive space to explore a range of difficulties including low mood and depression, OCD, ADHD, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, eating and sleeping difficulties, as well as challenges within relationships.
I work in an integrative manner within a range of modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mentalisation-Based Therapy, Narrative Exposure Therapy and Compassion-Based Therapy. Through the assessment process, we will explore which approach is best suited to your needs and proceed accordingly.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, stress, life adjustments, relational issues, or other struggles with mental health, you deserve to be heard and supported.
In our work, I offer years of training and experience working with depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, relational issues, addictions, and more. Each individual has incredible strengths and I believe in helping you to harness the strengths and abilities you already have to work together to find the healing and next steps you are looking for.
Whether you are struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, stress, life adjustments, relational issues, or other struggles with mental health, you deserve to be heard and supported.
In our work, I offer years of training and experience working with depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, relational issues, addictions, and more. Each individual has incredible strengths and I believe in helping you to harness the strengths and abilities you already have to work together to find the healing and next steps you are looking for.
ADHD coaching build up strategies and copy mechanisms to manage adhd.
My work focuses on Sports Performance, helping individuals understand how their nervous system, attention, emotions, and mindset interact under pressure. Whether you are an athlete, performer, or someone striving to perform at your best, we work together to build clarity, resilience, and sustainable strategies that fit how your brain actually works.
Coaching may involve understanding long-standing patterns, addressing performance anxiety or emotional blocks, and developing practical tools for focus, motivation, recovery, and confidence.
ADHD coaching build up strategies and copy mechanisms to manage adhd.
My work focuses on Sports Performance, helping individuals understand how their nervous system, attention, emotions, and mindset interact under pressure. Whether you are an athlete, performer, or someone striving to perform at your best, we work together to build clarity, resilience, and sustainable strategies that fit how your brain actually works.
Coaching may involve understanding long-standing patterns, addressing performance anxiety or emotional blocks, and developing practical tools for focus, motivation, recovery, and confidence.
Life can be a whirlwind of emotions, challenges, and unexpected events. Perhaps you've found yourself lying awake at night, mind racing with unanswered questions. Or maybe you've noticed a persistent feeling that something's not quite right. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, battling anxiety, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, you're not alone. Here, in this safe and nurturing space, we embark on a journey together -a journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. As your guide, I'm here to help you navigate the complexities of your nner world, uncover hidden strengths, and write the next chapter
Life can be a whirlwind of emotions, challenges, and unexpected events. Perhaps you've found yourself lying awake at night, mind racing with unanswered questions. Or maybe you've noticed a persistent feeling that something's not quite right. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, battling anxiety, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, you're not alone. Here, in this safe and nurturing space, we embark on a journey together -a journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. As your guide, I'm here to help you navigate the complexities of your nner world, uncover hidden strengths, and write the next chapter
I believe that therapy should be accessible to everyone no matter their back ground or social status.
I specialize in psychodynamic therapy, which explores how unconscious processes and past experiences shape current thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This therapeutic approach is particularly effective for those experiencing anxiety, depression, or struggling to understand themselves on a deeper level. Psychodynamic therapy is a proven and powerful tool for addressing emotional difficulties, as it helps individuals make sense of their emotions and life experiences.
I believe that therapy should be accessible to everyone no matter their back ground or social status.
I specialize in psychodynamic therapy, which explores how unconscious processes and past experiences shape current thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This therapeutic approach is particularly effective for those experiencing anxiety, depression, or struggling to understand themselves on a deeper level. Psychodynamic therapy is a proven and powerful tool for addressing emotional difficulties, as it helps individuals make sense of their emotions and life experiences.
I specialise in helping people who struggle with:
Neurodivergence and ADHD (masking, overwhelm, emotional reg etc)
Trauma and difficult relationships (including narcissistic dynamics, low self-esteem, people-pleasing)
Anxiety, depression, and chronic self-criticism
My approach blends somatic therapy, trauma-informed practice , and relational work.
Do you ever feel trapped in your own head, criticised, disconnected, or on high alert? that you’re pretending, failing, or just “wrong”?
Maybe you’ve spent years people-pleasing, holding in anger, or carrying shame that was never yours to begin with. Perhaps you’re exhausted from replaying old patterns, yet no matter what you try, they don’t seem to shift.
Therapy with me is a chance to stop circling in self-doubt and start discovering who you are beneath it all. Together, we can work to loosen the grip of perfectionism, self-hatred, or fear, and help you move toward a life that feels more grounded, connected, and yours.
I specialise in helping people who struggle with:
Neurodivergence and ADHD (masking, overwhelm, emotional reg etc)
Trauma and difficult relationships (including narcissistic dynamics, low self-esteem, people-pleasing)
Anxiety, depression, and chronic self-criticism
My approach blends somatic therapy, trauma-informed practice , and relational work.
Do you ever feel trapped in your own head, criticised, disconnected, or on high alert? that you’re pretending, failing, or just “wrong”?
Maybe you’ve spent years people-pleasing, holding in anger, or carrying shame that was never yours to begin with. Perhaps you’re exhausted from replaying old patterns, yet no matter what you try, they don’t seem to shift.
Therapy with me is a chance to stop circling in self-doubt and start discovering who you are beneath it all. Together, we can work to loosen the grip of perfectionism, self-hatred, or fear, and help you move toward a life that feels more grounded, connected, and yours.
Nearby ADHD Counsellors Searches for Westcliff-on-Sea
- Basildon
- Benfleet
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- Canvey Island
- Gillingham
- Hockley
- Langdon Hills
- Leigh-on-Sea
- Rayleigh
- Rochford
- Southend-on-Sea
- Wickford
ADHD Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioural therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.