Counselling in Worcester

Is there something on your mind? You want to talk it over with someone, but you’re not sure who. We all have hopes, dreams and aspirations that can sometimes be overshadowed by worries and traumas which can make us feel stuck at some point in our lives. You know it is getting in the way. You feel It is stopping you from being your true self. And now you want to do something about it. I can offer you a safe space and time to share your experiences with me. There are always alternatives and possibilities for you to explore. You can choose a future that’s right for you.

Health is more than the absence of disease. It is about living to your fullest potential, both physically and mentally. Your mind is a powerful tool that can help you achieve your goals and live a balanced life. No matter what you are going through, know that you are not alone. You may all experience loss, search for meaning, struggle with anxiety or depression, or simply strive to reach your full potential. I am here to support you on your journey to healing, growth, and fulfillment. With the right guidance, you can transform your mind into your greatest ally. I am here to help you on your journey to health and happiness.

At any point in our lives we may find ourselves overwhelmed and at a loss to know what to do to. We can experience a degree of distress that impacts on how we would like to live our life. This could be, but isn't limited to, anxiety, low self esteem, feeling overwhelmed with rage and anger, struggling to make yourself understood, feeling stressed and unhappy, the impact of loss or traumatic events or living with a disability that makes it difficult to express their feelings to others. I understand that by contacting me you have a reached a point where you want help therefore I aim to respond promptly to any enquiry.

As part of being a Psychologist, I am passionate about working with people, finding where they can gain more power in their life to affect the changes they want to see. I work with people with a wide range of difficulties and am keen to help them to contextualise their difficulties within their life experiences, to support the dropping of the toxic self-blame which often keeps people snagged, and to think about alternative ways of relating to themselves and others which opens up choices about where they might take their life in the future.

Do you find yourself being reminded of childhood events but are no longer able to put these behind you? Are you finding it difficult to make decisions? Do you feel you have lost your confidence with self-belief? Often we don't understand why this can happen and it may feel scary. Reaching out for help, speaking to someone about your thoughts and fears is a big step, but you have, so thank you and welcome to my profile.

‘We don’t have to do all of it alone, we were never meant to’ Brene Brown This quote resonates with me and acknowledges that we all have times in our life when we all need support and that we do not need to go through difficult and distressing times alone.

I’m an experienced counsellor working in a Person-Centred way, using Narrative Therapy alongside other creative ways of working. I have over 16 years experience of working with adults, children, young people and families. I have found that working with compassion and empathy, to support a deeper more embodied understanding of our responses to difficult situations is a powerful and healing way of working for many people and can lead to deep change. I believe that we all have potential for becoming unstuck and that there is always a possibility of listening to ourselves with greater compassion and self-acceptance.

Not being understood is one of the most painful feelings. Struggling to relate to others, or live in this complicated world is so difficult for so many of us. Making sense of ourselves and finding solutions to longstanding issues – from depression, anxiety, social phobias, low self-esteem, anger management, bereavement, life-stage issues, loss, marital difficulties, relationship struggles, self-harming and suicide and unresolved childhood development challenges? You need not struggle alone; we can explore and discover what choices you have to make changes to your life's personal challenges.

The people I support come to me for help with a variety of life issues such as grief, bereavement, loneliness, living with a diagnosis of dementia & caregiving to name a few. I provide a safe and confidential space to listen to your story and what is causing concern. Sometimes it's tricky to make sense of what is happening in life, but with someone onside to listen, things can begin to settle down and improve. We all have goals and ideas of how we would like life to be, but it can be full of curve balls and barriers. My role is to help you circumnavigate these and be there for you, whilst you find a way to move forward in your life.

“Growth and change can be both exciting and scary. Whether it's personal or external changes, I pride myself in being able to walk along side you to foster the new knowledge, skills and courage needed to develop." I am a qualified, chartered, HCPC registered psychologist with over 15 years of experience working in the NHS, offering therapy to support people to recover from life events that have left them struggling with their mental health. This has given me a wealth of experience and knowledge that I can draw on to support you to grow and recover, as well as considering the role of your family, the past, work and the environment.

Children and Young People have many issues which they cannot always express and understand their feelings, as adults sometimes can. Issues can range from parents splitting up, school problems, exam stress and pressure, friendship issues, witnessing domestic abuse or sexual abuse. The lists can be endless. My job is to creatively work with the child or young person to explore what their issues are and help build up self esteem and track their goals in therapy in creative ways.

Reasons for having Counselling: You might be struggling with your mood – stress, anxiety, fight and flight, overwhelmed. You tend to focus on others, and their needs, to the detriment of your own - in your relationships and career. ​ Does this lead to confusion, anger, guilt and the need to withdraw? ​ It might feel like you’re in a vicious cycle. There is a way out. ​My approach: A person-centred approach embedded in well-established therapies – CBT, Psychodynamic and EMDR, can help you explore and heal the core issues that keep you stuck.

Life takes us all by surprise at times and sometimes we can bounce back, but sometimes we need a bit of a helping hand; being able to identify those times and reach out is a sign of strength and the first step to taking control. If you are reading this then you have already taken the first step and I commend you for that.

Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed? Are you dealing with loss, relationship issues or just feeling a bit "stuck"? I am empathetic and will listen to you without judgement, creating a safe, calm, accepting and respectful environment where you feeI heard, supported and so able to share your feelings. Working with you to gently understand the cause of your emotional turmoil, work through any issues, find a space for yourself and ultimately help you to restore your balance of mind, body and spirit. I am a qualified and fully insured holistic therapist offering Counselling and Reiki Treatments.

Liam Kernan Therapy for Men seeks to encourage men to talk about their thoughts and feelings, in a safe space, non-judgmentally and without prejudice. Giving men the emotional literacy skills to assess themselves for harm, to allow them to engage with their emotions and to begin the healing process.

Many clients contact me with impacting relational issues having experienced relationship-based conflict and couple/family breakdown/separation. They often feel vulnerable, distressed and anxiously attached, and are looking for a safe, secure therapeutic framework in which to understand their feelings and thoughts and their future direction.

Hi, my name is Claire and I am a child and adult psychotherapist. Often people don't fully understand why they feel bad and this can lead to confusion and feeling ashamed. The feelings are experienced throughout the whole body and can be so overwhelming that they can lead to panic, depression, anxiety and challenging or self-destructive behaviours. I help clients understand how things are for them right now, validate their challenges and help them see their unique strengths, all within the context of an accepting and compassionate relationship. I use neuro-scientifically informed approaches to help heal

My approach in sessions is centred on you, focusing on the here and now, current situations and difficulties you are experiencing. How you are feeling and behaving at present is often linked to past experiences which remain unresolved and continue to impact on your health and well-being today. Our sessions are based on respect, compassion, empathy and honesty. I will support you in exploring your reasons for wanting therapy, within a non-judgmental environment. By creating a safe, open and genuine relationship with you, we can together find ways to deal with the difficulties you are experiencing. The age range I work with is 18+.