Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Widnes
I mainly use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in my practice alongside ACT and compassion-informed approaches .
If you’re looking for therapy at home because leaving the house is difficult, you may be dealing with anxiety, panic, agoraphobia, intrusive thoughts, OCD, trauma or phobias. These can make daily life feel restricted and exhausting. You might want clearer days and someone with solid mental‑health experience who understands how intense this can be, without jargon or pressure. Therapy needs to be practical, accessible and based on what you can manage right now.
I mainly use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in my practice alongside ACT and compassion-informed approaches .
If you’re looking for therapy at home because leaving the house is difficult, you may be dealing with anxiety, panic, agoraphobia, intrusive thoughts, OCD, trauma or phobias. These can make daily life feel restricted and exhausting. You might want clearer days and someone with solid mental‑health experience who understands how intense this can be, without jargon or pressure. Therapy needs to be practical, accessible and based on what you can manage right now.
I have helped clients with a range of presenting difficulties such as low mood, anxiety, OCD, health anxiety, relationship struggles and many more. What you must have in therapy is the space to feel comfortable to open up and feel heard by your therapist. When people come to therapy they feel stuck and feel like they don’t know where to turn. If this is you therapy can help provide a space for empathy, and understanding while helping you to move in a better direction.
In addition I provide gold standard ADHD assessments, reports and link with relevant professionals for supported treatment plans. Prices for this upon request.
I have helped clients with a range of presenting difficulties such as low mood, anxiety, OCD, health anxiety, relationship struggles and many more. What you must have in therapy is the space to feel comfortable to open up and feel heard by your therapist. When people come to therapy they feel stuck and feel like they don’t know where to turn. If this is you therapy can help provide a space for empathy, and understanding while helping you to move in a better direction.
In addition I provide gold standard ADHD assessments, reports and link with relevant professionals for supported treatment plans. Prices for this upon request.
I can offer you acceptance and a safe, supportive confidential space; where together at a pace guided by you, we can start to make sense of your thoughts, feelings and emotions and get to the bottom of what's weighing you down.
I’m an Integrative Counsellor, drawing upon Person-centred, Psycho-dynamic, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. By listening, offering respect, support and acceptance, I can adapt the support I offer to meet your individual needs. I am empathetic, relaxed and passionate about walking with others in the most difficult of times.
I can offer you acceptance and a safe, supportive confidential space; where together at a pace guided by you, we can start to make sense of your thoughts, feelings and emotions and get to the bottom of what's weighing you down.
I’m an Integrative Counsellor, drawing upon Person-centred, Psycho-dynamic, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. By listening, offering respect, support and acceptance, I can adapt the support I offer to meet your individual needs. I am empathetic, relaxed and passionate about walking with others in the most difficult of times.
Hi, I'm a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist, offering therapy to adults online across the UK and in St Helens, Merseyside.
Many of the people I work with feel overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or exhausted from holding everything together. Some are living with anxiety, trauma, or self-criticism. Others are navigating the emotional impact of physical health conditions, chronic symptoms, or pain.
My approach is calm, compassionate, and collaborative. I aim to create a space where you feel safe to talk openly, without pressure or judgement, and where change feels possible rather than overwhelming.
Hi, I'm a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist, offering therapy to adults online across the UK and in St Helens, Merseyside.
Many of the people I work with feel overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or exhausted from holding everything together. Some are living with anxiety, trauma, or self-criticism. Others are navigating the emotional impact of physical health conditions, chronic symptoms, or pain.
My approach is calm, compassionate, and collaborative. I aim to create a space where you feel safe to talk openly, without pressure or judgement, and where change feels possible rather than overwhelming.
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What I love most about this work is the chance to really connect with people-understanding who you are, what you've been through, and what you long for. Therapy, is a space where we gently explore your inner world together, making room for clarity, calm, and meaningful change. I work with clients who experience a range of psychological challenges including:Depression; anxiety; PTSD; trauma; stress; phobia; relationship issues; interpersonal difficulties; work stress; grief & bereavement; sleep wake issues; addictive behaviours; health anxiety; pain; birth trauma; post-natal depression; problems with self-esteem and confidence.
What I love most about this work is the chance to really connect with people-understanding who you are, what you've been through, and what you long for. Therapy, is a space where we gently explore your inner world together, making room for clarity, calm, and meaningful change. I work with clients who experience a range of psychological challenges including:Depression; anxiety; PTSD; trauma; stress; phobia; relationship issues; interpersonal difficulties; work stress; grief & bereavement; sleep wake issues; addictive behaviours; health anxiety; pain; birth trauma; post-natal depression; problems with self-esteem and confidence.
While CBT is my foundation, I offer a truly integrated toolkit including EMDR, ACT, and Compassion-Focused Therapy.
The most challenging person to be kind to is yourself. If you feel like you’re constantly fighting an inner critic that tells you you’re "not enough," you aren't alone. You might feel like you’re stuck in mud—putting in huge amounts of effort but seeing no forward movement. This cycle of anxiety and self-doubt isn't a character flaw; it’s a learned pattern, and it can be unlearned.
Together we can help you bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be. Using evidence-based strategies, we won't just talk about the problems we will build a concrete toolkit to handle them.
While CBT is my foundation, I offer a truly integrated toolkit including EMDR, ACT, and Compassion-Focused Therapy.
The most challenging person to be kind to is yourself. If you feel like you’re constantly fighting an inner critic that tells you you’re "not enough," you aren't alone. You might feel like you’re stuck in mud—putting in huge amounts of effort but seeing no forward movement. This cycle of anxiety and self-doubt isn't a character flaw; it’s a learned pattern, and it can be unlearned.
Together we can help you bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be. Using evidence-based strategies, we won't just talk about the problems we will build a concrete toolkit to handle them.
Therapy is not one-size-fits-all, and I draw from a range of approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), systemic, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
Do you feel that life has changed in ways you cannot control, leaving you stuck and unable to move forward? You may have lost a loved one, be adjusting to physical health changes, or living with chronic pain.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist specialising in grief and bereavement (including Prolonged Grief Disorder), adjustment to physical health conditions, and chronic pain. I can also offer tailored support if you are experiencing mild memory or attentional difficulties (such as in Mild Cognitive Impairment).
I have 15 years of experience in mental health practice and research, and currently also hold a part-time NHS post.
Therapy is not one-size-fits-all, and I draw from a range of approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), systemic, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
Do you feel that life has changed in ways you cannot control, leaving you stuck and unable to move forward? You may have lost a loved one, be adjusting to physical health changes, or living with chronic pain.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist specialising in grief and bereavement (including Prolonged Grief Disorder), adjustment to physical health conditions, and chronic pain. I can also offer tailored support if you are experiencing mild memory or attentional difficulties (such as in Mild Cognitive Impairment).
I have 15 years of experience in mental health practice and research, and currently also hold a part-time NHS post.
You may be successful but your worries and tendency to go over worst case scenarios in your head are so hard to control. Perhaps your anxiety is making it difficult for you to sleep well, relax, causing problems in your relationships, or bringing on panic attacks. You may have been coping by trying to block the worries out or avoid the situations that trigger your anxiety, but this is only making it harder for you to be present in your life and relationships the way you want to be. I'm here to help and let you know that you can learn to live life in the moment and learn to trust in your coping skills again.
You may be successful but your worries and tendency to go over worst case scenarios in your head are so hard to control. Perhaps your anxiety is making it difficult for you to sleep well, relax, causing problems in your relationships, or bringing on panic attacks. You may have been coping by trying to block the worries out or avoid the situations that trigger your anxiety, but this is only making it harder for you to be present in your life and relationships the way you want to be. I'm here to help and let you know that you can learn to live life in the moment and learn to trust in your coping skills again.
You will receive a safe, accepting environment, where I will listen, and support you to become more aware of how to make the right choices for yourself. I can work with self-esteem and self-image issues, and issues such as life-direction. I share the view, in modern psychology, that people thrive when they are living their life aligned with those values which hold most meaning for them. Living a meaningful, or meaning-guided life, is often at the core of many issues. Many people have never had a safe space to explore their values and assess what is ultimately meaningful to them, and I am able to offer this in our work together.
You will receive a safe, accepting environment, where I will listen, and support you to become more aware of how to make the right choices for yourself. I can work with self-esteem and self-image issues, and issues such as life-direction. I share the view, in modern psychology, that people thrive when they are living their life aligned with those values which hold most meaning for them. Living a meaningful, or meaning-guided life, is often at the core of many issues. Many people have never had a safe space to explore their values and assess what is ultimately meaningful to them, and I am able to offer this in our work together.
Hi, I'm Deborah. I'm an experienced psychologist and founder of Therapy Online & In Person. I like to work with people who are experiencing anxiety, sadness, self-criticism, and a loss of direction and confidence. You might have experienced something recently in your life that has knocked you. Or you might have felt this way for a long time but you're tired of keeping it inside and hiding it. It's time to let someone help. I also work with couples who are struggling to communicate, have lost trust, each feeling alone and without that precious sense of 'us'. I only work with couples in person rather than online.
Hi, I'm Deborah. I'm an experienced psychologist and founder of Therapy Online & In Person. I like to work with people who are experiencing anxiety, sadness, self-criticism, and a loss of direction and confidence. You might have experienced something recently in your life that has knocked you. Or you might have felt this way for a long time but you're tired of keeping it inside and hiding it. It's time to let someone help. I also work with couples who are struggling to communicate, have lost trust, each feeling alone and without that precious sense of 'us'. I only work with couples in person rather than online.
I specialise in compassion focused (CFT), acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT) and cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT).
I am committed to working with clients who are struggling with their emotional wellbeing. These difficulties can cause difficulties in relationships, at work and on a person's experiences of connecting with themselves and the world around them. I work sensitively and supportively with clients who have experienced a number of difficult life experiences including grief, trauma, relationship difficulties to name but a few. I can help you to feel like you develop a better more compassionate understanding of yourself and help you to feel like you are moving forward in life rather than feeling stuck and directionless.
I specialise in compassion focused (CFT), acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT) and cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT).
I am committed to working with clients who are struggling with their emotional wellbeing. These difficulties can cause difficulties in relationships, at work and on a person's experiences of connecting with themselves and the world around them. I work sensitively and supportively with clients who have experienced a number of difficult life experiences including grief, trauma, relationship difficulties to name but a few. I can help you to feel like you develop a better more compassionate understanding of yourself and help you to feel like you are moving forward in life rather than feeling stuck and directionless.
Hi! I'm Laura, a Clinical Psychologist trained in the UK. I appreciate that choosing a psychologist can be a tricky task so am always happy to have a chat before agreeing to meet! I believe therapy is an active process where we work together to really make a difference to your life, whether that be by managing difficult thoughts and feelings, to taking action to improve challenges you’re experiencing. Therapy can also be useful to help you better understand how your mind works & why you are the way you are!
Hi! I'm Laura, a Clinical Psychologist trained in the UK. I appreciate that choosing a psychologist can be a tricky task so am always happy to have a chat before agreeing to meet! I believe therapy is an active process where we work together to really make a difference to your life, whether that be by managing difficult thoughts and feelings, to taking action to improve challenges you’re experiencing. Therapy can also be useful to help you better understand how your mind works & why you are the way you are!
Welcome, and thank you for taking the first step toward your well-being. Seeking support is a courageous act, and I want you to know that you are not alone on this journey. I’m here to help you navigate the challenges you’re facing, whether it’s anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, or simply feeling stuck in life. My approach is warm, compassionate, and client-centered, focused on creating a safe space where you can express yourself openly without judgment. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, and I am committed to walking alongside you as we work toward your goals. Warmly, Lyndsey
Welcome, and thank you for taking the first step toward your well-being. Seeking support is a courageous act, and I want you to know that you are not alone on this journey. I’m here to help you navigate the challenges you’re facing, whether it’s anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, or simply feeling stuck in life. My approach is warm, compassionate, and client-centered, focused on creating a safe space where you can express yourself openly without judgment. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, and I am committed to walking alongside you as we work toward your goals. Warmly, Lyndsey
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress or unwanted behaviours or feelings during these challenging times? Perhaps you feel stuck, overwhelmed and don't know how to move forward? Do you feel like you're existing rather than living? Maybe deep down you know you'd benefit from some support and help to move beyond your current struggle, but feel fearful about reaching out for help? Are you looking for an approachable, empathetic and experienced therapist who will understand YOUR individual difficulties, needs and circumstances and support you to move forward in way that is meaningful to you?
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress or unwanted behaviours or feelings during these challenging times? Perhaps you feel stuck, overwhelmed and don't know how to move forward? Do you feel like you're existing rather than living? Maybe deep down you know you'd benefit from some support and help to move beyond your current struggle, but feel fearful about reaching out for help? Are you looking for an approachable, empathetic and experienced therapist who will understand YOUR individual difficulties, needs and circumstances and support you to move forward in way that is meaningful to you?
My approach is evidence-based and tailored to each individual, integrating therapies including CBT, ACT, and Compassion Focused Therapy to support meaningful and lasting psychological wellbeing.
I currently work part-time in the NHS and part-time in my private practice. I support adults, children, adolescents, and couples experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, burnout, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or struggling to cope with the pressures of everyday life. I provide a calm, compassionate, and confidential space where we can explore these difficulties together, develop greater understanding, and work towards meaningful and lasting emotional wellbeing at a pace that feels right for you.
My approach is evidence-based and tailored to each individual, integrating therapies including CBT, ACT, and Compassion Focused Therapy to support meaningful and lasting psychological wellbeing.
I currently work part-time in the NHS and part-time in my private practice. I support adults, children, adolescents, and couples experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, burnout, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or struggling to cope with the pressures of everyday life. I provide a calm, compassionate, and confidential space where we can explore these difficulties together, develop greater understanding, and work towards meaningful and lasting emotional wellbeing at a pace that feels right for you.
I am trained in several evidence-based talking therapies (e.g., Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, CBT; Mindfulness; Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, ACT; Compassion-Focused Therapy; CFT).
Many people are working hard to hold it together on the outside while suffering underneath. That's where I can help.
I am a Clinical & Coaching Psychologist with 20 years' experience helping people navigate a range of psychological (e.g., low self confidence), mental health (e.g., depression, anxiety), and neurodiversity-related (ASD) challenges at home and in the workplace.
My approach is down-to-earth, practical, structured, collaborative, and warm.
I have particular expertise helping people manage mental health issues and neurodiversity in the workplace. I am also an active researcher and professor of clinical psychology.
I am trained in several evidence-based talking therapies (e.g., Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, CBT; Mindfulness; Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, ACT; Compassion-Focused Therapy; CFT).
Many people are working hard to hold it together on the outside while suffering underneath. That's where I can help.
I am a Clinical & Coaching Psychologist with 20 years' experience helping people navigate a range of psychological (e.g., low self confidence), mental health (e.g., depression, anxiety), and neurodiversity-related (ASD) challenges at home and in the workplace.
My approach is down-to-earth, practical, structured, collaborative, and warm.
I have particular expertise helping people manage mental health issues and neurodiversity in the workplace. I am also an active researcher and professor of clinical psychology.
Hi, I'm Monika. Welcome to Prosperity Therapy. Well done, you've taken that first step in searching for support with whatever it is you're struggling with, and I'm here to help! I'm an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with 16 years of NHS experience. I offer
one to one therapy online to adults using CBT to help you to work towards your therapy goals and reduce symptoms. I specialise in supporting people struggling with anxiety and low self esteem. Functioning with anxiety and pushing through day to day can be exhausting and can often lead to burnout.
Hi, I'm Monika. Welcome to Prosperity Therapy. Well done, you've taken that first step in searching for support with whatever it is you're struggling with, and I'm here to help! I'm an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with 16 years of NHS experience. I offer
one to one therapy online to adults using CBT to help you to work towards your therapy goals and reduce symptoms. I specialise in supporting people struggling with anxiety and low self esteem. Functioning with anxiety and pushing through day to day can be exhausting and can often lead to burnout.
If you are anxious in any form - stress, PTSD, OCD, worrying, phobias and fears, agoraphobia, panic I can help. If your mood is low, or feeling tired and demotivated, unable to enjoy anything, I can help. If your relationship is in trouble, or ending or single and unsure about what you want or maybe lacking confidence in yourself, I can help. If you have or think you may have ADHD or Autism, I can help with issues they cause and help you make the most of your strengths. I'm experienced and effective. It takes only a few sessions to start feeling better, regain your confidence and energy, and feel hopeful about your future again.
If you are anxious in any form - stress, PTSD, OCD, worrying, phobias and fears, agoraphobia, panic I can help. If your mood is low, or feeling tired and demotivated, unable to enjoy anything, I can help. If your relationship is in trouble, or ending or single and unsure about what you want or maybe lacking confidence in yourself, I can help. If you have or think you may have ADHD or Autism, I can help with issues they cause and help you make the most of your strengths. I'm experienced and effective. It takes only a few sessions to start feeling better, regain your confidence and energy, and feel hopeful about your future again.
Navigating a world built for neurotypical minds can be relentless. If you're neurodivergent (or wondering whether you might be), you may have spent years adapting, masking, and pushing through, often without support that truly fits.
I'm a neurodivergent therapist who specialises in working with ADHD, autism, and other forms of neurodivergence. I don't offer formulaic approaches. Instead, we work collaboratively to find what actually helps you, drawing on a range of therapeutic methods tailored to how you think, feel, and process the world.
I also work with a wide range of other difficulties, always meeting you as you are.
Navigating a world built for neurotypical minds can be relentless. If you're neurodivergent (or wondering whether you might be), you may have spent years adapting, masking, and pushing through, often without support that truly fits.
I'm a neurodivergent therapist who specialises in working with ADHD, autism, and other forms of neurodivergence. I don't offer formulaic approaches. Instead, we work collaboratively to find what actually helps you, drawing on a range of therapeutic methods tailored to how you think, feel, and process the world.
I also work with a wide range of other difficulties, always meeting you as you are.
I also draw on ACT, DBT, CFT, and ERP where it fits including for OCD and emetophobia.
Are you exhausted by anxiety that won't switch off, or struggling to find support that actually gets how your brain works? Maybe you're a parent watching your child struggle, or a couple stuck in the same patterns.
I'm Yvonne, a BABCP-accredited CBT therapist with lived experience of ADHD. I work with children from age 7, teenagers, adults, and couples, offering CBT therapy, ADHD coaching, and CBT-informed couples work that's practical, evidence-based, and built around you.
Get in touch for a free 15-minute intro call.
I also draw on ACT, DBT, CFT, and ERP where it fits including for OCD and emetophobia.
Are you exhausted by anxiety that won't switch off, or struggling to find support that actually gets how your brain works? Maybe you're a parent watching your child struggle, or a couple stuck in the same patterns.
I'm Yvonne, a BABCP-accredited CBT therapist with lived experience of ADHD. I work with children from age 7, teenagers, adults, and couples, offering CBT therapy, ADHD coaching, and CBT-informed couples work that's practical, evidence-based, and built around you.
Get in touch for a free 15-minute intro call.
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How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.