Family Therapy Counselling in Cornwall

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Emma Packer
MA
Verified Verified
Truro TR2
Music is used to support you, your child or family in exploring emotions, relationships, and experiences in a safe, secure, and supportive environment.
If you find that words or language is a barrier to understanding yourself and your challenges then music therapy is for you. Being playful with instruments can seem daunting, but you do not need any particular skill and I will help support you in building your confidence to explore and create in a way that helps you gain insight into your emotions and understanding of yourself.
Music is used to support you, your child or family in exploring emotions, relationships, and experiences in a safe, secure, and supportive environment.
If you find that words or language is a barrier to understanding yourself and your challenges then music therapy is for you. Being playful with instruments can seem daunting, but you do not need any particular skill and I will help support you in building your confidence to explore and create in a way that helps you gain insight into your emotions and understanding of yourself.
01292 431492 View 01292 431492
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Ana Cristina Marques da Silva
Psychotherapist, MSc, ACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I carry out in depth state of mind assessments as well as family work, both long term and intense individual work, short term psychotherapy .
As a Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist I am dedicated to understanding the complex emotional lives of infants, children, young people, families and carers in depth. This is a psychoanalytic approach which seeks to look beneath the surface of problematic emotions, behaviours or relationships and to help children and adolescents, and their families, to understand themselves and their difficulties, and with that increase / enhance emotional resilience.
I carry out in depth state of mind assessments as well as family work, both long term and intense individual work, short term psychotherapy .
As a Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist I am dedicated to understanding the complex emotional lives of infants, children, young people, families and carers in depth. This is a psychoanalytic approach which seeks to look beneath the surface of problematic emotions, behaviours or relationships and to help children and adolescents, and their families, to understand themselves and their difficulties, and with that increase / enhance emotional resilience.
01326 330805 View 01326 330805
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Frazer Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Truro TR1
I specialize in anxiety, depression, abuse, anger management, low self-esteem, family issues, self-confidence, stress, sadness, and more.
Many of us face a variety of ups and downs throughout our lifespan. While family or friends can often help us, this may not always be possible, or additional support may be needed. A qualified counsellor can help to explore or change something in our lives which may be holding us back. We will explore your thoughts and feelings together, within a safe and confidential space with sessions adapted depending on individual needs. Through training and attending sessions myself I understand the difference it can make and am passionate about the process. I look forward to meeting you should you decide to take the leap and get in touch.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, abuse, anger management, low self-esteem, family issues, self-confidence, stress, sadness, and more.
Many of us face a variety of ups and downs throughout our lifespan. While family or friends can often help us, this may not always be possible, or additional support may be needed. A qualified counsellor can help to explore or change something in our lives which may be holding us back. We will explore your thoughts and feelings together, within a safe and confidential space with sessions adapted depending on individual needs. Through training and attending sessions myself I understand the difference it can make and am passionate about the process. I look forward to meeting you should you decide to take the leap and get in touch.
01209 702961 View 01209 702961
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Nicola Donna Channing
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Relationship difficulties, family problems, stress, trauma, loneliness or just struggling to fit in can make life and making decisions in life particularly tough and can often make us feel stuck, leaving us feeling like we have no direction.
Hi, I'm Nicky a qualified person-centred and CBT-trained counsellor I work from the beautiful town of Newquay in Cornwall I work online, by phone, face to face and also home visits if needed. I can offer a relaxed safe environment for you to share anything that may be troubling you and preventing you from moving forward in your life. Sometimes life can be really tough and it can be difficult to talk to people even people that are the closest to you. Together we can explore anything that may be causing you to feel anxious or overwhelmed. In doing this we would aim to find a more manageable solution to what you are going through.
Relationship difficulties, family problems, stress, trauma, loneliness or just struggling to fit in can make life and making decisions in life particularly tough and can often make us feel stuck, leaving us feeling like we have no direction.
Hi, I'm Nicky a qualified person-centred and CBT-trained counsellor I work from the beautiful town of Newquay in Cornwall I work online, by phone, face to face and also home visits if needed. I can offer a relaxed safe environment for you to share anything that may be troubling you and preventing you from moving forward in your life. Sometimes life can be really tough and it can be difficult to talk to people even people that are the closest to you. Together we can explore anything that may be causing you to feel anxious or overwhelmed. In doing this we would aim to find a more manageable solution to what you are going through.
01637 808433 View 01637 808433
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Laura Webber Bsc (Hons) Psych
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
I have trained and worked within the areas of domestic and sexual abuse as well counselling for depression, anxiety, trauma, bereavement, carer support, discrimination, family/relationship issues, climate grief and low self-esteem.
I am a qualified Counsellor and Supervisor with a passion and drive to help and empower others. I am based in Falmouth but I also work over the telephone or online. I work with adults, students and teenagers. By working together we can achieve more self-awareness by understanding your roots and aspirations. We can work together to process difficult or challenging experiences and explore feelings and behaviours to enable opening up new and healthier ways of moving forward. My offer of therapy is a warm, non-judgmental and supportive approach providing a safe space for exploration and growth.
I have trained and worked within the areas of domestic and sexual abuse as well counselling for depression, anxiety, trauma, bereavement, carer support, discrimination, family/relationship issues, climate grief and low self-esteem.
I am a qualified Counsellor and Supervisor with a passion and drive to help and empower others. I am based in Falmouth but I also work over the telephone or online. I work with adults, students and teenagers. By working together we can achieve more self-awareness by understanding your roots and aspirations. We can work together to process difficult or challenging experiences and explore feelings and behaviours to enable opening up new and healthier ways of moving forward. My offer of therapy is a warm, non-judgmental and supportive approach providing a safe space for exploration and growth.
01326 331979 View 01326 331979
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Christina Anne Tremaine
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Hello, my name is Tina, Life can become overwhelming at times and finding the right counsellor can be daunting, especially when you want to find someone to talk through personal issues. I want to help you express yourself in a confidential environment. I am non-judgmental, down-to-earth, and supportive, with much NHS experience. Life is not always straightforward, it may feel impossible to move forward and to visualise your potential self. Family and friends can help, however, this may not always be possible, I can help you find your self-belief and motivation again.
Hello, my name is Tina, Life can become overwhelming at times and finding the right counsellor can be daunting, especially when you want to find someone to talk through personal issues. I want to help you express yourself in a confidential environment. I am non-judgmental, down-to-earth, and supportive, with much NHS experience. Life is not always straightforward, it may feel impossible to move forward and to visualise your potential self. Family and friends can help, however, this may not always be possible, I can help you find your self-belief and motivation again.
01736 808726 View 01736 808726
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Lucilla Spencer-Phillips
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Bude EX23
I have a warm, compassionate and grounded approach and can work in a variety of ways to suit you - this could be talking, sand tray, art work, IFS, Family Constellations, or DiS (combining Internal Family Systems with mark making or somatic body work), or a combination that works for you.
Sometimes life can seem overwhelming or confusing and it can be helpful to explore what is going on with a non-judgmental other. You may be going through a major life transition or feel stuck in a cycle of old patterns and in need of change. You might be experiencing difficult relationships, anxiety, grief and loss, or a past trauma might be calling for attention. Or You may be looking to reconnect with your creativity and unblock your flow. I believe the answers often lie within ourselves as long as we give ourselves the space to explore and untangle ourselves, and I can be alongside you at this time.
I have a warm, compassionate and grounded approach and can work in a variety of ways to suit you - this could be talking, sand tray, art work, IFS, Family Constellations, or DiS (combining Internal Family Systems with mark making or somatic body work), or a combination that works for you.
Sometimes life can seem overwhelming or confusing and it can be helpful to explore what is going on with a non-judgmental other. You may be going through a major life transition or feel stuck in a cycle of old patterns and in need of change. You might be experiencing difficult relationships, anxiety, grief and loss, or a past trauma might be calling for attention. Or You may be looking to reconnect with your creativity and unblock your flow. I believe the answers often lie within ourselves as long as we give ourselves the space to explore and untangle ourselves, and I can be alongside you at this time.
01288 270846 View 01288 270846
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Sarah Hudson
Psychotherapist, MSc, BACP
Verified Verified
When experiencing distressing feelings that interfere with everyday life and relationships, talking to family or friends may not feel right. Find support from a neutral person whose skills will help you find resolutions. I am an Intergrative Psychotherapist with 27 years experience of working with people in various settings including the NHS and national charities. I may not have all the answers but I do have the skills to help you approach your concerns with compassion, and individuality.
When experiencing distressing feelings that interfere with everyday life and relationships, talking to family or friends may not feel right. Find support from a neutral person whose skills will help you find resolutions. I am an Intergrative Psychotherapist with 27 years experience of working with people in various settings including the NHS and national charities. I may not have all the answers but I do have the skills to help you approach your concerns with compassion, and individuality.
01326 331315 View 01326 331315
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Dr Alge Suliakaite Grant
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Truro TR1
I am qualified and experienced therapist with 10+ years’ experience working in the industry. I have a Ph.D. in Family Therapy, I am a Member of the UK Council for Psychotherapy, the Association for Family Therapy as well as a Clinical Member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. My therapeutic approach is always strengths-based; I believe people and situations are deeply interconnected, and this is the way I approach all of the work I do with my clients. I really take the time to get to know my clients so that I can offer tailored solutions to their issues.
I am qualified and experienced therapist with 10+ years’ experience working in the industry. I have a Ph.D. in Family Therapy, I am a Member of the UK Council for Psychotherapy, the Association for Family Therapy as well as a Clinical Member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. My therapeutic approach is always strengths-based; I believe people and situations are deeply interconnected, and this is the way I approach all of the work I do with my clients. I really take the time to get to know my clients so that I can offer tailored solutions to their issues.
01872 309147 View 01872 309147
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Julie Suzanne Green
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
I am an empathic counsellor. I tailor the therapy that I provide to suit your individual needs and goals for therapy. The counselling approaches I work in are Person Centered Approach, CBT, with a special interest in PTSD, Anxiety and Depression. I am also a Multi Systemic Family/Relationship Counsellor with an interest and adolescent behaviors where I have worked alongside CAMHS/NHS for many years. Strengthening Families Approach supporting blended families and foster parents. Couples counselling, and individual relationship counselling,
I am an empathic counsellor. I tailor the therapy that I provide to suit your individual needs and goals for therapy. The counselling approaches I work in are Person Centered Approach, CBT, with a special interest in PTSD, Anxiety and Depression. I am also a Multi Systemic Family/Relationship Counsellor with an interest and adolescent behaviors where I have worked alongside CAMHS/NHS for many years. Strengthening Families Approach supporting blended families and foster parents. Couples counselling, and individual relationship counselling,
01409 331044 View 01409 331044
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Nick Paul Banfield
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol
Verified Verified
One-to-one and family/group coaching/therapy to assist you become better by challenging self-imposed boundaries and developing pathways and willpower to achieving your goals.
If you have ever thought you can be better but don't know how, I offer a range of coaching, counselling and therapeutic techniques to assist you to break out of self-imposed limitations into new possibilities and better wellbeing.
One-to-one and family/group coaching/therapy to assist you become better by challenging self-imposed boundaries and developing pathways and willpower to achieving your goals.
If you have ever thought you can be better but don't know how, I offer a range of coaching, counselling and therapeutic techniques to assist you to break out of self-imposed limitations into new possibilities and better wellbeing.
01326 331944 View 01326 331944
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Anna Davis
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Helston TR12  (Online Only)
We each have the potential for happiness and confidence but sometimes life can feel stressful or relentlessly tough. We may struggle with complex anxiety, have experienced trauma, depression, confusion, fear, anger, grief or feeling stuck. Through counselling it is possible to recover and gain confidence and the skills to move forwards with a greater sense of wellbeing.I appreciate the courage it can take to engage in counselling, and how helpful it is to speak to someone who is not a family member or friend. Through this professional relationship we work together to safely explore and resolve any difficult feelings and experiences.
We each have the potential for happiness and confidence but sometimes life can feel stressful or relentlessly tough. We may struggle with complex anxiety, have experienced trauma, depression, confusion, fear, anger, grief or feeling stuck. Through counselling it is possible to recover and gain confidence and the skills to move forwards with a greater sense of wellbeing.I appreciate the courage it can take to engage in counselling, and how helpful it is to speak to someone who is not a family member or friend. Through this professional relationship we work together to safely explore and resolve any difficult feelings and experiences.
01326 331306 View 01326 331306
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Victoria Eames
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Hayle TR27
I qualified as a clinical psychologist 24 years ago and have experience of working with people across the age span, particularly within adult mental health and child and adolescent mental health. People consult me about a range of situations and problems, for example; anxiety, depression and other mental health concerns, relational and family distress, grief, loss, trauma, abuse, chronic illness and work related difficulties. My aim is to work alongside you to empower you to respond to the problems you are facing in ways that are in keeping with your values and preferences.
I qualified as a clinical psychologist 24 years ago and have experience of working with people across the age span, particularly within adult mental health and child and adolescent mental health. People consult me about a range of situations and problems, for example; anxiety, depression and other mental health concerns, relational and family distress, grief, loss, trauma, abuse, chronic illness and work related difficulties. My aim is to work alongside you to empower you to respond to the problems you are facing in ways that are in keeping with your values and preferences.
01244 617447 View 01244 617447
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Naomi Parslow
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bodmin PL31
I offer short and long term therapy for young people and adults experiencing a range of emotional and psychological difficulties such as family and relationship dynamics, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, chronic pain, life transitions and historic trauma. You may be feeling stuck in familiar patterns which make you feel vulnerable, afraid or alone causing feelings of emotional overwhelm and confusion without resources to help you cope with daily life. I understand we consider therapy when it feels no longer possible to resolve difficulties and life challenges alone. With warmth, kindness and curiosity, I am here to help.
I offer short and long term therapy for young people and adults experiencing a range of emotional and psychological difficulties such as family and relationship dynamics, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, chronic pain, life transitions and historic trauma. You may be feeling stuck in familiar patterns which make you feel vulnerable, afraid or alone causing feelings of emotional overwhelm and confusion without resources to help you cope with daily life. I understand we consider therapy when it feels no longer possible to resolve difficulties and life challenges alone. With warmth, kindness and curiosity, I am here to help.
01208 228722 View 01208 228722
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Rose Ellie Peters
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Truro TR1
If you just need to talk, are feeling low, have suffered trauma, abuse or want support in navigating relationships as an individual or as a family, I can help.
I will be here for you to say what ever you need to say, there will be no judgment. I will offer you a space to work through your life’s experience that has led you to seek counselling, whatever that might be.
If you just need to talk, are feeling low, have suffered trauma, abuse or want support in navigating relationships as an individual or as a family, I can help.
I will be here for you to say what ever you need to say, there will be no judgment. I will offer you a space to work through your life’s experience that has led you to seek counselling, whatever that might be.
01872 303988 View 01872 303988
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Jan Helen Merrills
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Truro TR2
I offer personal relationship issues counselling and family systems counselling as well as polyamory/CNM counselling and work relationships counselling.
In these uncertain times we have been given a unique opportunity that we must not waste to re-evaluate what is important and meaningful in our lives. Do you want to be able to identify those areas of your life that need careful reflection and examination in order to make the best decisions possible going forward for your wellbeing and then implement those decisions?
I offer personal relationship issues counselling and family systems counselling as well as polyamory/CNM counselling and work relationships counselling.
In these uncertain times we have been given a unique opportunity that we must not waste to re-evaluate what is important and meaningful in our lives. Do you want to be able to identify those areas of your life that need careful reflection and examination in order to make the best decisions possible going forward for your wellbeing and then implement those decisions?
01872 303614 View 01872 303614
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Hannah Mantle
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Helston TR13
I guess you're wondering who I can help? Perhaps one of the following descriptions and scenarios fits you: your anxiety and stress levels are so high, you feel like exploding; your self esteem and confidence are so low they're dragging on the ground; you seem always to form the same rotten relationships, or the relationships you have with friends and family feel more like 'Apocalypse Now' than 'Happy days'. Or, perhaps, you have experienced a bereavement and you're struggling to adapt to the new life thrust upon you. If any of these desriptions or scenarios fit you, then I can offer you the support you need to make positive changes.
I guess you're wondering who I can help? Perhaps one of the following descriptions and scenarios fits you: your anxiety and stress levels are so high, you feel like exploding; your self esteem and confidence are so low they're dragging on the ground; you seem always to form the same rotten relationships, or the relationships you have with friends and family feel more like 'Apocalypse Now' than 'Happy days'. Or, perhaps, you have experienced a bereavement and you're struggling to adapt to the new life thrust upon you. If any of these desriptions or scenarios fit you, then I can offer you the support you need to make positive changes.
01252 942770 View 01252 942770
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Viviana Spagnuolo
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Truro TR1
Bereavement, addictions, low self-confidence, low-self-esteem, family issues, stress, disabilities, relationship problems etc.
As a Person-Centred practitioner, Empathy, Acceptance and Honesty are at the core of my practice. I bring a warmth to the counselling room which allows my clients a safe place to explore whatever they bring. I believe that in viewing each person as an individual a unique process takes place, where, through active listening, healing can occur. I have learnt that although past events cannot be changed, what can be changed over time is the relationship with your feelings in regard to the traumatic situation experienced and what you have grown to believe about yourself.
Bereavement, addictions, low self-confidence, low-self-esteem, family issues, stress, disabilities, relationship problems etc.
As a Person-Centred practitioner, Empathy, Acceptance and Honesty are at the core of my practice. I bring a warmth to the counselling room which allows my clients a safe place to explore whatever they bring. I believe that in viewing each person as an individual a unique process takes place, where, through active listening, healing can occur. I have learnt that although past events cannot be changed, what can be changed over time is the relationship with your feelings in regard to the traumatic situation experienced and what you have grown to believe about yourself.
01872 309136 View 01872 309136
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Moira Domaille
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
My clients often come to me because they're battling depression or anxiety that feels so overwhelming and insurmountable that, whatever they do, they can't pull themselves out of their despair. They may have specific relationship, family or career concerns and cannot see a clear way forward.
My clients often come to me because they're battling depression or anxiety that feels so overwhelming and insurmountable that, whatever they do, they can't pull themselves out of their despair. They may have specific relationship, family or career concerns and cannot see a clear way forward.
020 3838 0942 View 020 3838 0942
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Zac Fine
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I have personal experience of estranged fatherhood and the family court system.
As a man you may be experiencing confusion, stress or despair around your role and how to meet new expectations of emotional openness. Perhaps it feels like no one understands you and how hard you try to be a good person. Maybe you want to be less stressed and angry, enjoy some inner peace, and rekindle your spark for life again which was sucked out of you a long time ago. Perhaps you feel fear, shame or isolation, and just want to be confident and self-assured again. Or you may be a woman seeking to understand the behaviour of important men in your life.
I have personal experience of estranged fatherhood and the family court system.
As a man you may be experiencing confusion, stress or despair around your role and how to meet new expectations of emotional openness. Perhaps it feels like no one understands you and how hard you try to be a good person. Maybe you want to be less stressed and angry, enjoy some inner peace, and rekindle your spark for life again which was sucked out of you a long time ago. Perhaps you feel fear, shame or isolation, and just want to be confident and self-assured again. Or you may be a woman seeking to understand the behaviour of important men in your life.
020 3095 2848 View 020 3095 2848

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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.