Counselling in Nottingham

You are the only person who knows exactly how you feel, which means, you are the only one who knows when something is wrong. When something has happened, big or small, but enough to create feelings of anxiety, stress and depression, it can lead us to feeling isolated and alone. There is a human need to want to get back to that balance of a happy life and that change can only happen when you know and understand what is wrong and why. Sometimes we get so overwhelmed by a situation, current or historical, we cant seem to find a way out. But balance is achievable again, but sometimes we just need a little support to help us get there.

Debbie is an experienced integrative psychotherapist offering short-term and long-term therapy. She has been in clinical practice for over 10 years and has gained experience working with issues such as stress, lacking motivation, low self-worth, anxiety, trauma / abuse, feeling stuck etc. Debbie is passionate about supporting and empowering those in her care to make the changes necessary in order to increase fulfillment and enjoyment in their lives. Debbie works collaboratively with her clients emphasising the importance of autonomy, whilst working on key areas and moving towards living more contently and fully.

Dr Lee is a Registered Clinical Psychologist experienced in working with clients across the lifespan. She provides assessment and therapeutic intervention for psychological difficulties including depression, anxiety, phobias, obsessive/compulsive problems, trauma, child behavioural problems, bereavement, trauma, anxiety and adjustment to chronic and life-limiting physical health conditions. Further to qualification in 2006 Dr Lee has worked in a range of settings both in the NHS and privately. She has post qualification training in Clinical Neuropsychology and Eye Movement Desentisitaion and Reprocessing (EMDR).

I offer a non-judgemental, safe environment to help you understand yourself and your life. Counselling can support you to find your own insights, new ways of being with yourself and others, and work towards healing and freedom. It can be a space to get things off your chest, rest or reset, find perspective and understanding in life and relationships, as well as having someone to really hear and be with you as you share and explore what is difficult. My practice is informed by Buddhist philosophy and meditation, which I have been exploring and supporting others with for over 15 years, emphasising embodied awareness and compassion.

Welcome! You are important to me, and if you read this you have already made the first step towards your healing journey. I can offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space for you , guiding towards improving your relationships, your feelings/thoughts and experiences. I am willing to be there for you in the way you need , to accept as you are, with compassion and respect. My aim is to start together with you to explore the roots of your distress and to improve your wellbeing teaching you some tools/techniques in order to help you cope better with stress, so I will always tailor my intervention depending on your needs.

Are you looking for less stress in your life? In your relationships with loved ones? Yourself or others? Do you wish you could communicate better with those that matter? Maybe emotional regulation is difficult for you? Or do you feel heartbroken due to a break up or loss? Perhaps due to trauma or addiction your relationship with past experiences stand in the way of living life to its fullest potential? Maybe due to anxiety or anger it feels your life is spiralling out of control? You aren’t sure what to do next? I am here to offer non-judgemental and compassionate support so that together we can create positive changes in your life

Therapy can help us to manage our lives and our relationships better, it can lead to more fulfilling relationships and a renewed sense of aliveness. Learning how to manage symptoms such as overthinking, insomnia, anxiety, depression, lack of energy, or an enduring sense of helplessness and despair, can lead to renewed energy and a greater sense of freedom in our lives. In my sessions I often use teaching, in order to help make sense of and understand why you might be feeling the way you do and to help you learn ways to make changes in order to better manage those feelings.

Psychotherapy with me is based on having a safe, friendly space to explore all parts of you that are having difficulty in life. I have worked extensively with people who have suffered complex trauma. I work with associated issues such as depression, anxiety, self esteem, trust issues and trauma symptoms. I also work with a lot of issues around modern day living, the environment and systems we navigate and the difficulties we face as a result, including difficulties related to neurodiversity. I work at your pace, taking a collaborative approach to achieving your goals.