Counselling in Ballymoney

LAURA JOANKNECHT
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MBACP Accred
Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballymoney BT53
I always feel that the purpose of being in therapy is not to be in therapy. It is my aim to empower you to explore your situation, your value system and your relationships and then to think about what might not be working for you and how you might make choices to enhance your life. I invite clients to be curious abut themselves, what makes them tick and how their childhoods and life experiences have contributed to their current status. You may have an idea of what you want to achieve in therapy, you may not, but together we can find out what you want for your future. I also offer walk and talk therapy
I always feel that the purpose of being in therapy is not to be in therapy. It is my aim to empower you to explore your situation, your value system and your relationships and then to think about what might not be working for you and how you might make choices to enhance your life. I invite clients to be curious abut themselves, what makes them tick and how their childhoods and life experiences have contributed to their current status. You may have an idea of what you want to achieve in therapy, you may not, but together we can find out what you want for your future. I also offer walk and talk therapy

Natalie Kerr
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Ballymoney BT53 (Online Only)
What I offer is a non-judgemental, relaxing, safe place where you can discuss everything. I am here to listen, whatever you need to say will be heard. I can help you unburden and gain relief from what distresses you. I can help you challenge and change how you think about things. I can help you put words to what you are feeling. I can offer information on new strategies to help you cope with life's stresses and create the life you want. I have experience working with many issues, such as depression, anxiety, domestic abuse, the impact of early years, relationship issues, anger, sexual abuse and so on.
What I offer is a non-judgemental, relaxing, safe place where you can discuss everything. I am here to listen, whatever you need to say will be heard. I can help you unburden and gain relief from what distresses you. I can help you challenge and change how you think about things. I can help you put words to what you are feeling. I can offer information on new strategies to help you cope with life's stresses and create the life you want. I have experience working with many issues, such as depression, anxiety, domestic abuse, the impact of early years, relationship issues, anger, sexual abuse and so on.

Flora Todaro Luck
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP
Verified
Ballymoney BT53
An Emotionally Focused Couple Counselling will help you and your partner to: -Identify the distressing, repeating interactions that make a couple feel stuck in an unhappy cycle. -Understand the feelings that underlie such negative interaction. - Create new patterns of interaction that brings you closer and strengthens your precious bond. -Build a more positive, constructive relationship that is the basis for a happy relationship. Emotionally Focused Couple Counselling is for couples who want to break away from the cycle of arguing, blaming, silence, and frustration.
An Emotionally Focused Couple Counselling will help you and your partner to: -Identify the distressing, repeating interactions that make a couple feel stuck in an unhappy cycle. -Understand the feelings that underlie such negative interaction. - Create new patterns of interaction that brings you closer and strengthens your precious bond. -Build a more positive, constructive relationship that is the basis for a happy relationship. Emotionally Focused Couple Counselling is for couples who want to break away from the cycle of arguing, blaming, silence, and frustration.

Eva Kennedy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Ballymoney BT53
If you are struggling with self-esteem issues, or depression and anxiety, or if you have been the victim of abuse, from a parent, a partner, or anyone else, I can help you to regain the inner strength and confidence to handle life so much better. We will work on how you can move forward, in your own strength, and achieve the peace and enthusiasm for life that you deserve. If you struggle with the after effects of a traumatic event/events in your past, you will find that you can begin to leave that all behind and become the person you were always meant to be.
If you are struggling with self-esteem issues, or depression and anxiety, or if you have been the victim of abuse, from a parent, a partner, or anyone else, I can help you to regain the inner strength and confidence to handle life so much better. We will work on how you can move forward, in your own strength, and achieve the peace and enthusiasm for life that you deserve. If you struggle with the after effects of a traumatic event/events in your past, you will find that you can begin to leave that all behind and become the person you were always meant to be.

Samantha Janice McDowell
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified
Ballymoney BT53
Welcome my name is Sam. I know the thought of opening up about your feelings and emotions to a stranger can be overwhelming but i am here to help. offering a safe place for you to tell your story in your own words with no judgement.
Welcome my name is Sam. I know the thought of opening up about your feelings and emotions to a stranger can be overwhelming but i am here to help. offering a safe place for you to tell your story in your own words with no judgement.

Hazel Millar
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Ballymoney BT53
Firstly, thanks for stopping by to check out my profile & to find out more about me. I have studied counselling theory in a college/uni setting for 5 years. I am qualified to Foundation Degree level & have BACP Accreditation (National Professional Ethical Body). For over 20+ years, I worked as a Registered Nurse in acute hospitals & the hospice setting. Following a time of ill health, I retrained as a counsellor. I am now able to use this nursing experience to enhance what I offer in the counselling room. I am especially passionate about supporting clients with loss or facing distressing situations within the home or outside of it.
Firstly, thanks for stopping by to check out my profile & to find out more about me. I have studied counselling theory in a college/uni setting for 5 years. I am qualified to Foundation Degree level & have BACP Accreditation (National Professional Ethical Body). For over 20+ years, I worked as a Registered Nurse in acute hospitals & the hospice setting. Following a time of ill health, I retrained as a counsellor. I am now able to use this nursing experience to enhance what I offer in the counselling room. I am especially passionate about supporting clients with loss or facing distressing situations within the home or outside of it.

Heart Thoughts - Teen and Adults Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified
Ballymoney BT53
About my practice: Compassionate and professional counselling for teenagers and adults. Every therapist has an individual focus and mine is to work with adolescents and adults. I have a particular empathy for those who have experienced trauma, for those with crushed confidence and low self-worth as well as those with a highly sensitive personality. About me: I am a Christian, married with three teens, we have an always hungry retriever and a super-sensitive spaniel! I work with those of all faiths and none. Click on the 'website' button to visit www.heartthoughts.co.uk
About my practice: Compassionate and professional counselling for teenagers and adults. Every therapist has an individual focus and mine is to work with adolescents and adults. I have a particular empathy for those who have experienced trauma, for those with crushed confidence and low self-worth as well as those with a highly sensitive personality. About me: I am a Christian, married with three teens, we have an always hungry retriever and a super-sensitive spaniel! I work with those of all faiths and none. Click on the 'website' button to visit www.heartthoughts.co.uk

Professa Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified
Ballymoney BT53
Hello and welcome to my profile. Are you having difficulty with issues in your life and would like the opportunity to talk confidentially? Problems can be extremely painful to talk about so I facilitate you to share these and work through them to help you identify and integrate coping skills. I have a very broad background and understanding of life which I bring to my work with you, have training in trauma and will help you with self regulation and ways to manage PTSD and C-PTSD. I can also help if you experience pain and wish to alleviate it. I am BACP accredited and can work with Counsellors in Training.
Hello and welcome to my profile. Are you having difficulty with issues in your life and would like the opportunity to talk confidentially? Problems can be extremely painful to talk about so I facilitate you to share these and work through them to help you identify and integrate coping skills. I have a very broad background and understanding of life which I bring to my work with you, have training in trauma and will help you with self regulation and ways to manage PTSD and C-PTSD. I can also help if you experience pain and wish to alleviate it. I am BACP accredited and can work with Counsellors in Training.

Lynsey Cuthbert
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Ballymoney BT53
Hi I’m Lynsey. Firstly, thank you for taking the first step in checking out the website and viewing my profile. Counselling provides the opportunity to have a qualified therapist assist and support you through difficult times.
Hi I’m Lynsey. Firstly, thank you for taking the first step in checking out the website and viewing my profile. Counselling provides the opportunity to have a qualified therapist assist and support you through difficult times.

CM Therapies
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Ballymoney BT53
I am an integrative counsellor. I work on a relationship based on trust, acceptance and non-judgement. From this foundation, using various therapeutic tools, I can help you to understand and question outmoded beliefs, conditions or rules that once served you but no longer fit. If you have an urning for change but are not sure where to start, counselling can help by acting as an agent or catalyst for change. Change can be scary, it can also be very empowering. When we let go of our old beliefs we open the way for new even exciting things to happen. Change doesn't have to be a slow or long process, it can be quick and effective.
I am an integrative counsellor. I work on a relationship based on trust, acceptance and non-judgement. From this foundation, using various therapeutic tools, I can help you to understand and question outmoded beliefs, conditions or rules that once served you but no longer fit. If you have an urning for change but are not sure where to start, counselling can help by acting as an agent or catalyst for change. Change can be scary, it can also be very empowering. When we let go of our old beliefs we open the way for new even exciting things to happen. Change doesn't have to be a slow or long process, it can be quick and effective.

Andrea Alcorn Couples And Individual Counsellor
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballymoney BT53
Hi and welcome to True North Counselling. You are unique and will need different things at different times. When you become stuck in life or in relationships and find it hard to get going, my passion will be to empower you to explore where you have been, how you got there and what is keeping you there. I will help you find new ways to deal with the challenges. With the belief you hold the internal resources for change, I will use different counselling approaches and mindfulness techniques to help you understand why you are stuck and share tools to enhance your mental wellbeing.
Hi and welcome to True North Counselling. You are unique and will need different things at different times. When you become stuck in life or in relationships and find it hard to get going, my passion will be to empower you to explore where you have been, how you got there and what is keeping you there. I will help you find new ways to deal with the challenges. With the belief you hold the internal resources for change, I will use different counselling approaches and mindfulness techniques to help you understand why you are stuck and share tools to enhance your mental wellbeing.
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Sarah McClenaghan
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Ballymoney BT53
I am passionate about creating a safe and non judgemental and confidential space in which you feel comfortable to explore the issues and concerns you are facing at present. Everyone is the expert of their own life and it’s my job to help you to make the changes that are important to you. I aim to provide you with a genuine and real experience, understanding and walking alongside you in your journey. I believe in a compassionate collaborative approach between you and myself, to support your right to happiness, healthy relationships and healing your past.
I am passionate about creating a safe and non judgemental and confidential space in which you feel comfortable to explore the issues and concerns you are facing at present. Everyone is the expert of their own life and it’s my job to help you to make the changes that are important to you. I aim to provide you with a genuine and real experience, understanding and walking alongside you in your journey. I believe in a compassionate collaborative approach between you and myself, to support your right to happiness, healthy relationships and healing your past.

Laura Patterson
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Ballymoney BT53
I provide a safe and confidential space for both individuals and those with relationship difficulties to work through what is troubling you. Therapy can be daunting and many struggle to make that initial consultation; you are not alone. I will walk alongside you every step of the way on your therapeutic journey; providing you with individually tailored tools and techniques to work through your difficulties. Often in life it is our relationships, which cause us the most angst, our stress is generally always in relation to someone else and our self talk if often heavily laden with 'shoulds' resulting in feelings of guilt.
I provide a safe and confidential space for both individuals and those with relationship difficulties to work through what is troubling you. Therapy can be daunting and many struggle to make that initial consultation; you are not alone. I will walk alongside you every step of the way on your therapeutic journey; providing you with individually tailored tools and techniques to work through your difficulties. Often in life it is our relationships, which cause us the most angst, our stress is generally always in relation to someone else and our self talk if often heavily laden with 'shoulds' resulting in feelings of guilt.

Vitality CBT and Counselling - Marcun Doran
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Ballymoney BT53
Online booking is at: vitalitycbt.selectandbook.com I am relaxed and easy going, but I will work hard to help you understand and deal with your problems. We will work together to progress towards your goals and I will be patient and will try to be sensitive to your needs. I am a CBT Therapist and Integrative Counsellor with experience in the private, voluntary and statutory sectors.
Online booking is at: vitalitycbt.selectandbook.com I am relaxed and easy going, but I will work hard to help you understand and deal with your problems. We will work together to progress towards your goals and I will be patient and will try to be sensitive to your needs. I am a CBT Therapist and Integrative Counsellor with experience in the private, voluntary and statutory sectors.

Lynne Maxted
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Ballymoney BT53
Life can be challenging; you may be experiencing feelings of being overwhelmed, anxiousness, depression, sadness, hopelessness, or you may have reached a crisis point in your life, but be assured you are not alone, and even the most strong-minded person can feel lost at times. The loss of a loved one, or struggling to make sense of your feelings and emotions can be difficult. Past issues can be destroying but by exploring and addressing these issues it can enable you to move forward. No matter what your presenting issues may be at this time in your life, you have taken the first brave step and you should be proud of yourself.
Life can be challenging; you may be experiencing feelings of being overwhelmed, anxiousness, depression, sadness, hopelessness, or you may have reached a crisis point in your life, but be assured you are not alone, and even the most strong-minded person can feel lost at times. The loss of a loved one, or struggling to make sense of your feelings and emotions can be difficult. Past issues can be destroying but by exploring and addressing these issues it can enable you to move forward. No matter what your presenting issues may be at this time in your life, you have taken the first brave step and you should be proud of yourself.

Dr Donna de Lása Revived Therapy
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Ballymoney BT53
Waitlist for new clients
I am an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, ISST certified Schema Therapist and IPT certified Interpersonal Psychotherapist. I have over 15 years experience working in mental health, both within the NHS and in private practice. I offer psychological therapy for a range of issues. Please contact me via email, to arrange a short consultation to see how we can work together to address the issues or difficulties you may be having. Please note that I only work with adults.
I am an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, ISST certified Schema Therapist and IPT certified Interpersonal Psychotherapist. I have over 15 years experience working in mental health, both within the NHS and in private practice. I offer psychological therapy for a range of issues. Please contact me via email, to arrange a short consultation to see how we can work together to address the issues or difficulties you may be having. Please note that I only work with adults.

Castle Counselling Services
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Ballymoney BT53
I am Louise and thank you for taking the time to view our profile. I am a fully qualified integrative counsellors offering a counselling service in the North Antrim Coast area. I are registered with BACP and NCS, and work within the BACP Code of Ethics. I can offer you a safe, ethical, confidential, respectful and non-judgemental space in which you can focus on yourself and begin to understand in more depth the challenges you may be facing. In this space I will listen, support and help you to understand your feelings and behaviours, and enable you to become more self-aware, and implement change.
I am Louise and thank you for taking the time to view our profile. I am a fully qualified integrative counsellors offering a counselling service in the North Antrim Coast area. I are registered with BACP and NCS, and work within the BACP Code of Ethics. I can offer you a safe, ethical, confidential, respectful and non-judgemental space in which you can focus on yourself and begin to understand in more depth the challenges you may be facing. In this space I will listen, support and help you to understand your feelings and behaviours, and enable you to become more self-aware, and implement change.

Sandra Johnston Individual & Couples Counsellor
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified
Ballymoney BT53
Welcome to Daybreak Counselling Services. My name is Sandra, thank you for looking at my profile. I am an integrative counsellor working creatively with couples and individuals. I work with couples and individuals exploring anxiety, loss, trauma, betrayal , addiction, and so much more . You might be suffering from anxiety and low self-confidence, constantly worrying, on edge, or engaging in compulsive and repetitive behaviour. No matter what the trigger point for your difficulties we can work together to improve your communication, rebuild trust, increase quality time, or get your physical intimacy back on track.
Welcome to Daybreak Counselling Services. My name is Sandra, thank you for looking at my profile. I am an integrative counsellor working creatively with couples and individuals. I work with couples and individuals exploring anxiety, loss, trauma, betrayal , addiction, and so much more . You might be suffering from anxiety and low self-confidence, constantly worrying, on edge, or engaging in compulsive and repetitive behaviour. No matter what the trigger point for your difficulties we can work together to improve your communication, rebuild trust, increase quality time, or get your physical intimacy back on track.
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Phoenix Counselling Therapy
Counsellor
Coleraine BT51
Hi, My name is Meghan, founder of Phoenix Counselling Therapy. 'I no longer feared the darkness, once I knew the Phoenix in me would rise from the ashes.' Taking the first step in therapy can be a daunting experience, but by providing a safe, empathic and non-judgmental space I can help you to better understand yourself, face issues in your life/relationships, make decisions and plan for change.
Hi, My name is Meghan, founder of Phoenix Counselling Therapy. 'I no longer feared the darkness, once I knew the Phoenix in me would rise from the ashes.' Taking the first step in therapy can be a daunting experience, but by providing a safe, empathic and non-judgmental space I can help you to better understand yourself, face issues in your life/relationships, make decisions and plan for change.
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What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counsellors are all licensed mental health professionals. In many countries, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counsellor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counsellors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counsellor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
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Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
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