Chronic Illness Counselling in Ballyclare
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am a qualified integrative counsellor providing a counselling service in the Mid-Ulster area. I have my own private facility which means I can offer a warm, safe, confidential environment where you can explore issues that are impacting on your life. my work is suited to your needs as therapy is individual to you, and what works best for you as an individual. Ensuring the best possible outcome. I can help you gain a better understanding of your feelings and thought processes, and find your own solutions to problems. I will listen and support you without judging or critizing.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am a qualified integrative counsellor providing a counselling service in the Mid-Ulster area. I have my own private facility which means I can offer a warm, safe, confidential environment where you can explore issues that are impacting on your life. my work is suited to your needs as therapy is individual to you, and what works best for you as an individual. Ensuring the best possible outcome. I can help you gain a better understanding of your feelings and thought processes, and find your own solutions to problems. I will listen and support you without judging or critizing.
Hi there, thank you for visiting my profile today. I am a psychologist, psychotherapist and pluralistic counsellor, I have been working and studying in the mental health field for 20 years and have a wealth of experience in supporting clients with a variety of mental illnesses who are struggling with a range of issues. I am passionate about the ability of the brain to heal and helping clients to understand how this is possible, enabling recovery, the strengthening of resilience and the ability to cope with life and the accompanying stressors in a much more effective way. This will greatly benefit yourself and others around you.
Hi there, thank you for visiting my profile today. I am a psychologist, psychotherapist and pluralistic counsellor, I have been working and studying in the mental health field for 20 years and have a wealth of experience in supporting clients with a variety of mental illnesses who are struggling with a range of issues. I am passionate about the ability of the brain to heal and helping clients to understand how this is possible, enabling recovery, the strengthening of resilience and the ability to cope with life and the accompanying stressors in a much more effective way. This will greatly benefit yourself and others around you.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I realise how overwhelming it can be trying to find a suitable counsellor but you are taking that first step in your journey, hopefully you will find someone who can meet your needs and I am happy to have a chat to see if I can be that right fit for you. Life can be hard, perhaps you find yourself in difficult circumstances. Having a safe warm supportive space, being listened to and being heard may help support you during this difficult time. I offer both adult counselling & childrens counselling (age 5 plus).
Thank you for visiting my profile. I realise how overwhelming it can be trying to find a suitable counsellor but you are taking that first step in your journey, hopefully you will find someone who can meet your needs and I am happy to have a chat to see if I can be that right fit for you. Life can be hard, perhaps you find yourself in difficult circumstances. Having a safe warm supportive space, being listened to and being heard may help support you during this difficult time. I offer both adult counselling & childrens counselling (age 5 plus).
Life can feel overwhelming. Whether from past or present difficulties, I provide a safe space to explore what is troubling you.
People come to counselling for many different reasons. By using an integrative approach with a grounding in CBT, I offer a therapy that is tailored to your needs. Together, we can help you to process how you are feeling, increase your own self-awareness, and learn to move forward with a more balanced approach to life's challenges.
Life can feel overwhelming. Whether from past or present difficulties, I provide a safe space to explore what is troubling you.
People come to counselling for many different reasons. By using an integrative approach with a grounding in CBT, I offer a therapy that is tailored to your needs. Together, we can help you to process how you are feeling, increase your own self-awareness, and learn to move forward with a more balanced approach to life's challenges.
Hello there, my name is Laura of Through the Woods Therapy NI. Sometimes we can't see the wood for the trees and we may need someone to talk to, to gain a new perspective. Here at Through the Woods Therapy, I offer a confidential, non judgemental and a genuine service, whilst you find your way through these difficult times. I am a fully qualified integrative counsellor who provides a safe therapeutic space for reflection and self discovery and when you are ready I can offer solution focused techniques to move forward. Each person has their own perspective and I offer bespoke therapy unique to each individual and their needs.
Hello there, my name is Laura of Through the Woods Therapy NI. Sometimes we can't see the wood for the trees and we may need someone to talk to, to gain a new perspective. Here at Through the Woods Therapy, I offer a confidential, non judgemental and a genuine service, whilst you find your way through these difficult times. I am a fully qualified integrative counsellor who provides a safe therapeutic space for reflection and self discovery and when you are ready I can offer solution focused techniques to move forward. Each person has their own perspective and I offer bespoke therapy unique to each individual and their needs.
I’m a trauma-trained therapist & supervisor, offering relational, body-based therapy for adults, children & young people. I integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy to support healing from trauma, addictions, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, burn-out and the quieter struggles that often go unseen.
I’m also neurodivergent and work with many clients who feel “different” or exhausted by systems not built for them.
Therapy with me is mindful, respectful, and led by your pace. Every part of you is welcome here.
I’m a trauma-trained therapist & supervisor, offering relational, body-based therapy for adults, children & young people. I integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy to support healing from trauma, addictions, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, burn-out and the quieter struggles that often go unseen.
I’m also neurodivergent and work with many clients who feel “different” or exhausted by systems not built for them.
Therapy with me is mindful, respectful, and led by your pace. Every part of you is welcome here.
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I also support clients living with chronic illness or who are neurodivergent, where emotional wellbeing can be shaped by ongoing physical health challenges or feeling different.
I don’t follow a one-size-fits-all approach. I draw on psychodynamic & sensorimotor approaches to support understanding of thoughts, emotions & the nervous system. I bring both personal and professional experience to my work. During sessions I offer a space to explore your experiences at your own pace, with gentle guidance and reflection.
I also support clients living with chronic illness or who are neurodivergent, where emotional wellbeing can be shaped by ongoing physical health challenges or feeling different.
I don’t follow a one-size-fits-all approach. I draw on psychodynamic & sensorimotor approaches to support understanding of thoughts, emotions & the nervous system. I bring both personal and professional experience to my work. During sessions I offer a space to explore your experiences at your own pace, with gentle guidance and reflection.
Counselling with me offers a space of radical acceptance to explore your beliefs, your experiences of the world, and who you are. Together, we will co-create a space to experiment with new ways of being. Or a place to integrate or challenge yourself. Or simply some time and space to be heard, and get curious about the meaning of your life (past, present, future).
I work with a wide range of people and you are welcome to get in touch if my profile resonates with you. Often, I work with activists, the LGBTQIA+ community, kinky people, poly people, neurodiverse people, outsiders and edge-walkers (and more).
Counselling with me offers a space of radical acceptance to explore your beliefs, your experiences of the world, and who you are. Together, we will co-create a space to experiment with new ways of being. Or a place to integrate or challenge yourself. Or simply some time and space to be heard, and get curious about the meaning of your life (past, present, future).
I work with a wide range of people and you are welcome to get in touch if my profile resonates with you. Often, I work with activists, the LGBTQIA+ community, kinky people, poly people, neurodiverse people, outsiders and edge-walkers (and more).
Have you been feeling anxious, depressed or overwhelmed? As an experienced integrative counsellor with a mental health background, I may be the right I work collaboratively with you as a client, creating a safe, confidential and supportive space and a genuine connection.
Have you been feeling anxious, depressed or overwhelmed? As an experienced integrative counsellor with a mental health background, I may be the right I work collaboratively with you as a client, creating a safe, confidential and supportive space and a genuine connection.
I began to work as a Trauma Therapist treating labour, birth and life events alongside PTSD responses to birth in men and women, as a midwife and trauma therapist. In private practice, I am working with life concerns such as depression, abuse, PTSD, dissociative conditions, and relationship stresses in any of life's circumstances. I work with all general life issues. Young teens, Couple therapy, Relationship stresses GBH, sexual or other abuse, rape, and lifelong bullying are frequent concerns in therapy. I work with clients online and in person, using EMDR, Rewind, and Trauma-focused CBT, tailoring therapy with a plan to engage.
I began to work as a Trauma Therapist treating labour, birth and life events alongside PTSD responses to birth in men and women, as a midwife and trauma therapist. In private practice, I am working with life concerns such as depression, abuse, PTSD, dissociative conditions, and relationship stresses in any of life's circumstances. I work with all general life issues. Young teens, Couple therapy, Relationship stresses GBH, sexual or other abuse, rape, and lifelong bullying are frequent concerns in therapy. I work with clients online and in person, using EMDR, Rewind, and Trauma-focused CBT, tailoring therapy with a plan to engage.
I am a CBT therapist offering online sessions at £50 per session. I have particular experience supporting neurodiversity, including ADHD, autism and dyslexia, as well as working with OCD, anxiety, depression, panic, trauma and self-esteem difficulties.
My approach is flexible, practical and tailored to you. CBT is at the heart of my work, but I also draw on ACT, DBT and person-centred approaches where they are useful. I don’t believe therapy should be one-size-fits-all, and I adapt our sessions to what you need, rather than expecting you to fit neatly into a particular approach.
I am a CBT therapist offering online sessions at £50 per session. I have particular experience supporting neurodiversity, including ADHD, autism and dyslexia, as well as working with OCD, anxiety, depression, panic, trauma and self-esteem difficulties.
My approach is flexible, practical and tailored to you. CBT is at the heart of my work, but I also draw on ACT, DBT and person-centred approaches where they are useful. I don’t believe therapy should be one-size-fits-all, and I adapt our sessions to what you need, rather than expecting you to fit neatly into a particular approach.
Do you find yourself constantly overthinking, worrying about the future, or struggling to switch off? Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, low in confidence, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. I help adults overcome anxiety, stress, burnout, low self-esteem, panic and depression using evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). As a qualified Yoga Teacher, I also integrate mind-body approaches to support emotional regulation and wellbeing. I have a particular interest in burnout, women's mental health and fertility-related challenges.
Do you find yourself constantly overthinking, worrying about the future, or struggling to switch off? Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, low in confidence, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. I help adults overcome anxiety, stress, burnout, low self-esteem, panic and depression using evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). As a qualified Yoga Teacher, I also integrate mind-body approaches to support emotional regulation and wellbeing. I have a particular interest in burnout, women's mental health and fertility-related challenges.
Life can be stressful and busy and at times we can lose focus on ourselves and what is important. I work with Children, Young people and adults of all ages. I offer a confidential and safe space to discuss and support working through your concerns. I use a person-centred approach to support my clients to look at the areas of their lives they choose to. I offer guidance and insight where needed to help my clients navigate these difficult times.
Life can be stressful and busy and at times we can lose focus on ourselves and what is important. I work with Children, Young people and adults of all ages. I offer a confidential and safe space to discuss and support working through your concerns. I use a person-centred approach to support my clients to look at the areas of their lives they choose to. I offer guidance and insight where needed to help my clients navigate these difficult times.
As an integrative counsellor, I offer a flexible approach, tailoring my techniques and modalities to suit your unique needs. My experience spans both private and public sectors, with a recent focus in healthcare settings where I’ve supported individuals during some of their most vulnerable moments. I have worked extensively in areas such as bereavement support, anxiety, depression, and the everyday challenges of life. I understand how it feels to be stuck and the impact of downward spirals in mood and addictive tendencies. Additionally, my background as a midwife and nurse enriches my practice, bringing added understanding.
As an integrative counsellor, I offer a flexible approach, tailoring my techniques and modalities to suit your unique needs. My experience spans both private and public sectors, with a recent focus in healthcare settings where I’ve supported individuals during some of their most vulnerable moments. I have worked extensively in areas such as bereavement support, anxiety, depression, and the everyday challenges of life. I understand how it feels to be stuck and the impact of downward spirals in mood and addictive tendencies. Additionally, my background as a midwife and nurse enriches my practice, bringing added understanding.
Therapy but different...
I wanted to offer the type of therapy I always wanted, to help people understand what is going on, why it’s going on and very importantly how to address it and move on..as that's what everyone wants.
Therapy but different...
I wanted to offer the type of therapy I always wanted, to help people understand what is going on, why it’s going on and very importantly how to address it and move on..as that's what everyone wants.
People usually come to therapy because they are in distress, grieving or dissatisfied with certain aspects of their lives and want to address this. Facing change or loss and allowing yourself to be vulnerable can be daunting. I am committed to supporting you through your journey, providing safety, warmth, empathy and consistent reliable support.
People usually come to therapy because they are in distress, grieving or dissatisfied with certain aspects of their lives and want to address this. Facing change or loss and allowing yourself to be vulnerable can be daunting. I am committed to supporting you through your journey, providing safety, warmth, empathy and consistent reliable support.
Hello my name is Victoria, thank you for connecting with me. I am a BACP registered integrative counsellor based in North Down. My priority is to help you explore and understand whatever is on your mind, within a safe space. I work collaboratively with you, in a client led way. Together, we will explore the past, understand how it impacts the present, in order to achieve your goals for the future.
Hello my name is Victoria, thank you for connecting with me. I am a BACP registered integrative counsellor based in North Down. My priority is to help you explore and understand whatever is on your mind, within a safe space. I work collaboratively with you, in a client led way. Together, we will explore the past, understand how it impacts the present, in order to achieve your goals for the future.
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Ever felt like you’re just running in place or stuck at a crossroads? I’ve been there, and I know that feeling is a quiet signal that something needs to shift. My purpose is to help you listen to that signal and find your unique way forward.
My approach blends the healing work of counselling with the action-oriented goals of life coaching. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back and build a clear, collaborative plan to help you move toward where you want to be.
Based in Holywood, I offer compassionate, in-person sessions, and for those further afield, flexible online
Hi there, thanks for checking out Reset Life Coaching!
Ever felt like you’re just running in place or stuck at a crossroads? I’ve been there, and I know that feeling is a quiet signal that something needs to shift. My purpose is to help you listen to that signal and find your unique way forward.
My approach blends the healing work of counselling with the action-oriented goals of life coaching. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back and build a clear, collaborative plan to help you move toward where you want to be.
Based in Holywood, I offer compassionate, in-person sessions, and for those further afield, flexible online
Do you feel overwhelmed, burnt out or like you're not enough? Perhaps you're struggling with burnout or low self-worth, people-pleasing or a harsh inner critic. I offer a safe, compassionate space to reconnect with yourself and what you need.
Many of the people I support struggle with anxiety, low self-esteem, self-criticism and people-pleasing, and may feel disconnected from their own needs, boundaries or sense of self. I provide a supportive relationship, where you can feel heard, and understood, for what may be the first time in a long time.
Do you feel overwhelmed, burnt out or like you're not enough? Perhaps you're struggling with burnout or low self-worth, people-pleasing or a harsh inner critic. I offer a safe, compassionate space to reconnect with yourself and what you need.
Many of the people I support struggle with anxiety, low self-esteem, self-criticism and people-pleasing, and may feel disconnected from their own needs, boundaries or sense of self. I provide a supportive relationship, where you can feel heard, and understood, for what may be the first time in a long time.
I am a qualified registered counsellor working in the Belfast and Bangor areas. I provide a comfortable and supportive safe space for you to explore any unresolved issues past or present. Whilst we cannot change difficult events from the past, we can work together to better understand and work through the challenges that you are experiencing in your life. Together we can develop an awareness of patterns of negative behavior and perceptions that may be leaving you feeling anxious or depressed. The symptoms of your distress can show in a physical and psychological way.
I am a qualified registered counsellor working in the Belfast and Bangor areas. I provide a comfortable and supportive safe space for you to explore any unresolved issues past or present. Whilst we cannot change difficult events from the past, we can work together to better understand and work through the challenges that you are experiencing in your life. Together we can develop an awareness of patterns of negative behavior and perceptions that may be leaving you feeling anxious or depressed. The symptoms of your distress can show in a physical and psychological way.
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Chronic Illness Counsellors
How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.