Attachment-based Counselling in York

I am very much committed to helping my clients be the best version of themselves and believe that everyone has arrived at the version of themselves they are today because of what they’ve been through. That means there are always understandable reasons why someone is having a tough time or struggling with something, no matter what that difficulty might be. Because of that belief, I am far more likely to ask what has happened to you, versus what is wrong with you - even if you have a diagnosis. You might already have a clear goal, or you could be reading this wondering where on earth to start. Either way, I’m glad you made it here!

Welcome and thank you for visiting the information about my online private practice. I am here to help you with whatever arises in your life, big or small, long term or short term. If you are feeling that you can´t manage, have trouble sleeping, worrying, life feels lonely or it is hard to get up on a morning, I am here to work with you towards a more fulfilling and happier life. I offer an online service which is flexible, compassionate, confidential and friendly.

I have worked with people who need to talk about their family, childhood, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, as well as other mental health struggles. I have worked with people who have health issues, fertility issues people who are experiencing domestic abuse, people who need to talk about their sexual orientation, bereavement, relationships, and everyday life. Whatever your issue, I work in a person-centred way but as an integrative counsellor I use aspects of other approaches according to your needs, including mindfulness and breathing techniques.

Hi, my name is Felicity and I'm a counsellor based in North Yorkshire. My hope is to offer you some clarity, guidance, and support through life's many challenges. In doing so my aim is to help you to make some sense of what you are going through and gain a deeper understanding about why you feel the way you do. Some areas we might explore together are stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, family, career, health, loss, self esteem, confidence, identity, and trauma.

My therapeutic work includes those with low mood/depression, anxiety, life transitions (including menopause), loss/bereavement (including ill-health, redundancy, end of life, through crime or road traffic incidents), stress, anger management, bullying/discrimination, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem/confidence, abuse (including domestic, childhood sexual abuse), emotional neglect, survivors of crime, self-harm and addictions, and issues around sexuality. I also work with survivors of different crimes (including assaults and domestic abuse), survivors of childhood/adult sexual abuse; and those bereaved by suicide.

I am a Clinical Psychologist with 15 years post qualified experience in the NHS. I am experienced in using psychological therapies to help individuals, couples, families and older people presenting with a wide range of mental health distress. I am interested in issues around self esteem/identity/culture, childhood neglect, trauma, difficult relationships, mood problems and managing long term health conditions. I also work with adults with ASD/ADHD. In addition to working with distress I offer ‘life reflection’ sessions for individuals who just need a space to ‘pause’ and think about their wellbeing, and for self development.

My name is Dr Kamila Hortynska. I'm a Clinical Psychologist, CBT Therapist, Mindfulness Expert & Life Coach with over 20 years of clinical experience, 11 in the NHS. My approach is holistic, integrative & soulful, yet firmly based in health sciences & research. I believe you CAN live the life you desire & deserve and shine so brightly, you will inspire everyone else to do the same! So, are you ready to turn stress & exhaustion into vitality and pleasure? Feel free & radiant? Open up to new possibilities & relationships? I’m an expert in helping people like you spring-clean their lives & introduce new habits of thinking & behaving.

Are you currently feeling a bit stuck and are trying to work out why you're feeling this way? Do you feel at a crossroads and are not sure which is the right direction for you? Are you finding it difficult to move forward and enjoy your life? If you are struggling you may believe there is something "wrong" with you but the truth is there will be good reasons for your difficulties. I can offer you a space, just for you, to talk about your difficulties, understand how they started and then work together to find a way through it.

Are you struggling to recognise yourself at the moment. Perhaps there has been a life altering event? Or maybe it has gradually dawned on you how things have changed. Are you experiencing difficulties in your relationships? Or feeling out of synch with your responses to the world around you? We all experience times like these where we need a little more support. Time to stop and process things so we can make the decisions we want to move forward to a place of happiness and freedom again. If you need space to discuss your feelings I can provide a non-judgemental warm and safe place to explore yourself and to create change.

I am a UKCP registered Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and have 23 years experience of working in mental health both within the NHS and tertiary services. I previously trained as a mental health social worker and have extensive experience of working with adults and families who have experienced severe mental health difficulties. Since qualifying as a Psychotherapist, I have specialised in working with people who have personality disorders. I have extensive experience of working with trauma, including complex trauma and PTSD. I have completed a training in group therapy and hold a qualification as a Group Work Practitioner.

I am an experienced Child, Young Person and Parent Psychotherapist based in Harrogate. There are times when we all struggle emotionally. For children and young people it can often be difficult to understand their own emotions or be able to express their thoughts. Sometimes this leads to overwhelming and confusing feelings, with behaviours that seems stuck, possibly resulting in low self-esteem and struggles with relationships. Counselling and creative therapy provides a safe and supportive space to explore emotions, feelings, develop an understanding of our thoughts whilst building communication skills and emotional resilience.

I am a licenced clinical psychologist and member of the HCPC in the UK and the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA) and having trained as a clinical psychologist at the Wright Institute in Berkeley and Yale University. I have been providing therapy to male and female clients for over 20 years and have accumulated a wealth of experience in working with adults with complex presentations. I have an expertise in working with depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, relationships, workplace issues and substance use.

Dr Nikki McCloud is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist who works with a small group of associates providing specialist assessment and support for both mental and physical health difficulties.

Dr Tej is Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 25 years clinical experience across Infant, Child and Adult mental health services. In her clinical practice with adults, her expertise is in helping identify and work through intergenerational cycles of trauma – or trauma with a small ‘t’, such as complex developmental trauma/family trauma/narcissistic abuse, scapegoating, chronic shame, feeling stuck not knowing how to break relational patterns. Clients she has worked with report these difficulties in the context of bullying at work, couple /marital/relationship difficulties and attachment/parenting and birth trauma/difficulties.

I work as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner. I have experience assessing and assisting people with mental health conditions and hidden disabilities within their workplaces. I have specialist knowledge and experience in Personality Disorder, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. I follow the BACP code of ethics. This means that I work with honesty, integrity, mission, and values. I offer Counselling and Psychotherapy on a short- and long-term basis using Person-centered therapeutic Approach. I work with Young People, Couple in Relationship, Families, Domestic Violence, SPIP.

I am a Clinical Psychologist and Psychodynamic psychotherapist, with extended experience of working with adults with long standing and complex mental health problems within and outside the NHS.  Life is challenging and can lead to periods of intense or prolonged distress. Our usual ways of coping may no longer seem to be helping or may become a problem in themselves. This can lead to anxiety, sadness, anger, feeling stuck, isolated and confused. Our relationships are often affected. Meeting with a trusted, experienced therapist, to explore and understand your feelings, whilst painful, can lead to huge relief and greater freedom.

If you are feeling like things are getting you down and preventing you leading your life the way you would like to, perhaps you may feel anxious or depressed and feel you have lost your self-esteem and belief in yourself, this could be through difficult life events like stress, relationship, bereavement or something that happened to you in the past. Taking back control of your life and living the way you want to can be helped with therapy to gain a more positive happier future.

My name is James (Jim) Hoskinson. I am a Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Consultant Clinical Psychologist, having qualified in 2011. My broad clinical experience enables me to work effectively with adults, young people, and children. In doing so, my diverse mix of additional post-qualification training allows me to work with clients on a wide range of psychological matters. I can help you to move on from the past, so that you can regain meaningful focus on the present whilst you build for a purposeful and fulfilling future. For further information, please visit my website: (www.mindsmatterpsychology.com).

My name is Adele & I've been working as Clinical Psychologist for over 16 years. I am trained to treat a range of psychological difficulties using a diverse set of therapeutic techniques. I work across the age range from young children to adults, working with a wide range of psychological difficulties. I also manage a wider team and I'm the managing director of Northern Clinical Psychology Services (please see my website www.ncps-uk.com for more details). My ultimate goal is to offer a 'gold' standard service & in doing so help to reduce psychological distress whilst enhancing & promoting well-being & quality of life.