Family Therapy Counselling in CH1
Therese Dunne Mbacp (Accred)
Counsellor, MSc
Verified Verified
Chester CH1 (Online Only)
For some of us, it can take years to reach out for help and I understand that. When a client contacts me, I know its a big step. Regardless of your past, your family and your story, I believe that you have the ability to heal and thrive in your life. I am trained and experienced to sit with you to help you find YOUR answers. Together we go on a journey of discovery to see how you have got to where you are today but most importantly how you can find your power and strength to overcome your challenges. You deserve to be healthy, happy and at peace. You do not need to be in serious crisis to go for therapy.
For some of us, it can take years to reach out for help and I understand that. When a client contacts me, I know its a big step. Regardless of your past, your family and your story, I believe that you have the ability to heal and thrive in your life. I am trained and experienced to sit with you to help you find YOUR answers. Together we go on a journey of discovery to see how you have got to where you are today but most importantly how you can find your power and strength to overcome your challenges. You deserve to be healthy, happy and at peace. You do not need to be in serious crisis to go for therapy.
Lucinda Milne
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Chester CH1
I know how important it is to look after our emotional well being irrespective of age. Stresses, strains and anxieties can hit at anytime. It maybe a current situation or something from our past which impacts on our ability to manage our current situation. Even anticipation of future events can impact on us at an emotional level. There are many reasons why counselling can be beneficial including low self-esteem, low self-confidence, bullying, family issues, bereavement, infant loss, relationship issues, and anger to name but a few, It takes strength and courage to acknowledge you may need help.
I know how important it is to look after our emotional well being irrespective of age. Stresses, strains and anxieties can hit at anytime. It maybe a current situation or something from our past which impacts on our ability to manage our current situation. Even anticipation of future events can impact on us at an emotional level. There are many reasons why counselling can be beneficial including low self-esteem, low self-confidence, bullying, family issues, bereavement, infant loss, relationship issues, and anger to name but a few, It takes strength and courage to acknowledge you may need help.
Alex Sanderson-Shortt
Counsellor, MA, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Chester CH1
Waitlist for new clients
I am a highly experienced relationship counsellor and supervisor who works with couples, individuals and polyamorous/open relationships across a range of issues. I specialise in working with LGBT clients and those in open and poly relationships. I work effectively and non-judgementally with affairs and betrayal, communication issues, family and work pressures, anxiety and depression etc. I work in a sex positive way with sexual issues as part of relationship therapy and work with kink clients and sex workers.
I am a highly experienced relationship counsellor and supervisor who works with couples, individuals and polyamorous/open relationships across a range of issues. I specialise in working with LGBT clients and those in open and poly relationships. I work effectively and non-judgementally with affairs and betrayal, communication issues, family and work pressures, anxiety and depression etc. I work in a sex positive way with sexual issues as part of relationship therapy and work with kink clients and sex workers.
Achieve360 Ltd individual MBACP Children & Adults
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Chester CH1
Hello, my name is Nicki, I have been a therapist since 2008 and a member of the BACP, I am very passionate about my work as a person centered counsellor and a Family Mentor. I want to see my clients empowered by gaining confidence, and to get to their desired goals. I offer a very warm welcome, non judgemental environment. For those who may feel uncomfortable just sitting and talking, you can draw, use play dough, paint during our sessions, I would happily bring my therapy dog in, Jax too!
Hello, my name is Nicki, I have been a therapist since 2008 and a member of the BACP, I am very passionate about my work as a person centered counsellor and a Family Mentor. I want to see my clients empowered by gaining confidence, and to get to their desired goals. I offer a very warm welcome, non judgemental environment. For those who may feel uncomfortable just sitting and talking, you can draw, use play dough, paint during our sessions, I would happily bring my therapy dog in, Jax too!
Simon Lewis
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Chester CH1 (Online Only)
I tend to use a carefully crafted mix of the following approaches: EMDR, CBT, CFT, CAT, DBT, Systemic Theory, Internal Family Systems and Psychodynamic concepts.
I am passionate about trauma informed practice: making every effort to understand the impact of people’s lived experiences on their daily lives. My approach is based on psychological formulation, to make sense of what a person is experiencing, and then using a range of integrated approaches to help people to make changes. I care about empowering individuals to live the lives they want to live, and take a very human and empathic approach to working with people's distress.
I tend to use a carefully crafted mix of the following approaches: EMDR, CBT, CFT, CAT, DBT, Systemic Theory, Internal Family Systems and Psychodynamic concepts.
I am passionate about trauma informed practice: making every effort to understand the impact of people’s lived experiences on their daily lives. My approach is based on psychological formulation, to make sense of what a person is experiencing, and then using a range of integrated approaches to help people to make changes. I care about empowering individuals to live the lives they want to live, and take a very human and empathic approach to working with people's distress.
Carolyne Aneh
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Chester CH1 (Online Only)
Hi there, I’m Carolyne, a qualified and experienced Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I currently have availability for new clients interested in virtual/online sessions (delivered via Google Meet or Zoom). Would you like to work on your personal growth, so that you can show up as your authentic self? Would you like to dig deeper and understand what makes it hard for you to say no, even when saying yes is not in your best interest? Would you like to cultivate healthy relationships (romantic, family, friendships)? If your answer is yes, to any of the above questions then you're in the right place.
Hi there, I’m Carolyne, a qualified and experienced Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I currently have availability for new clients interested in virtual/online sessions (delivered via Google Meet or Zoom). Would you like to work on your personal growth, so that you can show up as your authentic self? Would you like to dig deeper and understand what makes it hard for you to say no, even when saying yes is not in your best interest? Would you like to cultivate healthy relationships (romantic, family, friendships)? If your answer is yes, to any of the above questions then you're in the right place.
Matthew Adam
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Chester CH1
Hi, I'm Matthew and I am a Family & Couples Psychotherapist. I have worked with children, families and couples for over 20 years, helping them manage their emotional health and wellbeing. Often individual worries can lead to family issues and I support you individually or together, depending of your needs. I have helped children, young people and their parents and couples work through a range of difficulties including managing challenging behaviour, Autism, social and generalised anxiety, sleeping difficulties, anger management, frequent family clashes, the effects of couple tension, bereavement, and conflict in relationships.
Hi, I'm Matthew and I am a Family & Couples Psychotherapist. I have worked with children, families and couples for over 20 years, helping them manage their emotional health and wellbeing. Often individual worries can lead to family issues and I support you individually or together, depending of your needs. I have helped children, young people and their parents and couples work through a range of difficulties including managing challenging behaviour, Autism, social and generalised anxiety, sleeping difficulties, anger management, frequent family clashes, the effects of couple tension, bereavement, and conflict in relationships.
Helen Allen
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Chester CH1
There is so much noise all around us. Opinions from family, friends and society on how we should think, act, look and learn are everywhere. It’s easy to lose sight of what you think, what you want, who you actually are. Counselling gives you a time and space to discover what you think and what’s important to you. My ethos is to walk in your world with you in a non judgemental way. We would work together in an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect, unpicking and exploring where the issues stem from. Using a blend of techniques supporting you in finding the understanding and acceptance to move forwards in a happier, healthier way.
There is so much noise all around us. Opinions from family, friends and society on how we should think, act, look and learn are everywhere. It’s easy to lose sight of what you think, what you want, who you actually are. Counselling gives you a time and space to discover what you think and what’s important to you. My ethos is to walk in your world with you in a non judgemental way. We would work together in an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect, unpicking and exploring where the issues stem from. Using a blend of techniques supporting you in finding the understanding and acceptance to move forwards in a happier, healthier way.
CP Counselling & Wellbeing Therapies- Supervisor
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Chester CH1
also work as a Family Sexual violence Advisor supporting clients both adults and children through the criminal justice process and also an EAP counsellor.
If your searching for a Counsellor then I understand you have reached a point in your life when you are ready to look at issues that are having an impact on you. Maybe causing you day to day difficulties and stopping you being able to live your life the way you want to. It can be a frightening process when you decide to reach out for help to look at issues that are causing emotional distress. Counselling is an approach to help you gain an understanding of the issues affecting you and work towards making positive changes in your life. You have taken the first step in seeking help simply by searching for a counsellor.
also work as a Family Sexual violence Advisor supporting clients both adults and children through the criminal justice process and also an EAP counsellor.
If your searching for a Counsellor then I understand you have reached a point in your life when you are ready to look at issues that are having an impact on you. Maybe causing you day to day difficulties and stopping you being able to live your life the way you want to. It can be a frightening process when you decide to reach out for help to look at issues that are causing emotional distress. Counselling is an approach to help you gain an understanding of the issues affecting you and work towards making positive changes in your life. You have taken the first step in seeking help simply by searching for a counsellor.
Gill Gillespie
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Chester CH1
My name is Gill, and I am an integrative counsellor who will greet you with warmth, empathy, acceptance and understanding from the first moment we meet, providing you a safe place to share and explore your emotions or behaviours. Reaching out to seek support is the first step to making sense of your thoughts or feelings or are ready to make changes to your life. If you feel you need help with any mental health concerns such as with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, family issues, work issues bereavement or setting personal goals, else please get in touch.
My name is Gill, and I am an integrative counsellor who will greet you with warmth, empathy, acceptance and understanding from the first moment we meet, providing you a safe place to share and explore your emotions or behaviours. Reaching out to seek support is the first step to making sense of your thoughts or feelings or are ready to make changes to your life. If you feel you need help with any mental health concerns such as with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, family issues, work issues bereavement or setting personal goals, else please get in touch.
Mandy Lee
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chester CH1
I’m experienced in counselling adults, and young people experiencing a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, bereavement, loss, trauma (past and present), relationship matters, family difficulties, low confidence, self-esteem, and anger management.
If something is affecting your wellbeing or ability to enjoy life as you would like, or you feel stuck or overwhelmed by thoughts or emotions, counselling can help you to feel more able to cope and move forward. You may be experiencing anxiety or depression, struggling to come to terms with a loss or unplanned situation, having difficulties with self-esteem, stress or anger, or perhaps you're at a crossroads which feels overwhelming. I provide a safe, confidential space for you to talk about the things that are causing you difficulties and will support you to work through the impact they are having, and to find a way forward.
I’m experienced in counselling adults, and young people experiencing a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, bereavement, loss, trauma (past and present), relationship matters, family difficulties, low confidence, self-esteem, and anger management.
If something is affecting your wellbeing or ability to enjoy life as you would like, or you feel stuck or overwhelmed by thoughts or emotions, counselling can help you to feel more able to cope and move forward. You may be experiencing anxiety or depression, struggling to come to terms with a loss or unplanned situation, having difficulties with self-esteem, stress or anger, or perhaps you're at a crossroads which feels overwhelming. I provide a safe, confidential space for you to talk about the things that are causing you difficulties and will support you to work through the impact they are having, and to find a way forward.
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Dr Lisa Paul
Psychotherapist, PhD, BACP
Verified Verified
Chester CH1
Hi, I'm Lisa and I am a person-centred therapist. I initially trained as a psychologist but more recently I qualified as a counsellor and psychotherapist. I have worked with a variety of issues, including mental health problems, ADHD, autism, relationship issues, dementia, and learning disabilities amongst others. Often there might be a combination of several difficulties which is impacting upon someone, and I am experienced in working with people where there are more complex issues.
Hi, I'm Lisa and I am a person-centred therapist. I initially trained as a psychologist but more recently I qualified as a counsellor and psychotherapist. I have worked with a variety of issues, including mental health problems, ADHD, autism, relationship issues, dementia, and learning disabilities amongst others. Often there might be a combination of several difficulties which is impacting upon someone, and I am experienced in working with people where there are more complex issues.
Trusting Heart Counselling and Sex Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Chester CH1
I offer Sex Therapy for Individual Adults and Couples who are struggling with sexual problems & intimacy issues. Issues I can help you with are Affairs, Betrayals, looking into Sexually Opening Your Relationship up, Erection & Ejaculation Issues, Pain & Penetration Issues, Low Sexual Desire, Sexual Dysfunctioning Issues, Orgasm Issues, Sex & Porn Addictions, Sexual Compulsivity, Sexual Jealously and issues around any Kink, Fetish & BDSM Practices. I offer online sessions on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays during the day. Please reach out today! Get in touch by dropping me an email and let's have a conversation!
I offer Sex Therapy for Individual Adults and Couples who are struggling with sexual problems & intimacy issues. Issues I can help you with are Affairs, Betrayals, looking into Sexually Opening Your Relationship up, Erection & Ejaculation Issues, Pain & Penetration Issues, Low Sexual Desire, Sexual Dysfunctioning Issues, Orgasm Issues, Sex & Porn Addictions, Sexual Compulsivity, Sexual Jealously and issues around any Kink, Fetish & BDSM Practices. I offer online sessions on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays during the day. Please reach out today! Get in touch by dropping me an email and let's have a conversation!
KM Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Chester CH1
I specialise in working with teenagers and young adults who are experiencing varying issues in their lives. Teenagers may be struggling with school, bullying, friendships, anxiety, low mood, depression or grief and loss. Young adults may be transitioning to life at University, embarking on their journey in their chosen career, anxiety, depression, bereavement, or relationship issues. Whatever your reason for reaching out, I will not judge and I will work with you, or your child, in a confidential and collaborative way. I work within the boundaries of the BACP ethical framework to ensure best and safe practise.
I specialise in working with teenagers and young adults who are experiencing varying issues in their lives. Teenagers may be struggling with school, bullying, friendships, anxiety, low mood, depression or grief and loss. Young adults may be transitioning to life at University, embarking on their journey in their chosen career, anxiety, depression, bereavement, or relationship issues. Whatever your reason for reaching out, I will not judge and I will work with you, or your child, in a confidential and collaborative way. I work within the boundaries of the BACP ethical framework to ensure best and safe practise.
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Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Chester CH1
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Dr Amanda Kinsella: MindfulPsychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Chester CH1
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Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Chester CH1
Working with relational issues is at the heart of my work. Healthy relationships and connection are the key to fulfilment, motivation and wellbeing. I offer my clients a pathway to notice patterns of how they relate to their world and build understanding around their behaviours. This naturally leads to awareness which in turn will create choice, empowerment and positive change. I have specialised working with teenagers and young people both face to face and online. Creating safety and trust within the therapeutic relationship is fundamental, from this place grows confidence, kindness to self and others, direction and resilience.
Working with relational issues is at the heart of my work. Healthy relationships and connection are the key to fulfilment, motivation and wellbeing. I offer my clients a pathway to notice patterns of how they relate to their world and build understanding around their behaviours. This naturally leads to awareness which in turn will create choice, empowerment and positive change. I have specialised working with teenagers and young people both face to face and online. Creating safety and trust within the therapeutic relationship is fundamental, from this place grows confidence, kindness to self and others, direction and resilience.
Cat Williams
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Chester CH1
Hi, I'm a rapid transformational therapist, author and speaker helping adults, children, teenagers and couples experiencing a wide variety of difficult life circumstances including low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, compulsive behaviours, low self-confidence, anger etc. I am right for you if a) You would like to feel calmer, happier and more confident b) You would like help to change unhelpful behaviours, self-limiting beliefs, or negative thoughts or feelings. c) You have tried different ways of improving things but there seems to be something deeper holding you back or getting in your way.
Hi, I'm a rapid transformational therapist, author and speaker helping adults, children, teenagers and couples experiencing a wide variety of difficult life circumstances including low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, compulsive behaviours, low self-confidence, anger etc. I am right for you if a) You would like to feel calmer, happier and more confident b) You would like help to change unhelpful behaviours, self-limiting beliefs, or negative thoughts or feelings. c) You have tried different ways of improving things but there seems to be something deeper holding you back or getting in your way.
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Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Chester CH1 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
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ADHD and ASD Specialist. Do you or your child have difficulties with executive functioning? Does your child experience behavioural challenges at school and/or at home? I can help you! I am currently working as an Executive Function Coach with young people and adults. This work involves 1:1 coaching as well as check-ins using a variety of vehicles (Skype, E-Mail, Text, Phone). I also work with parents and schools helping children with learning and behavioural difficulties get the most from school. I see clients predominantly online but do sometimes consult in schools.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.