Divorce Counselling in Belfast

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Elaine Close
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Belfast BT4
Life can be tough sometimes. But I fully believe that each and every one of us is equipped to overcome adversity and challenges, and I am passionate about helping my clients discover and develop their innate tools to bring about healing and growth.
Life can be tough sometimes. But I fully believe that each and every one of us is equipped to overcome adversity and challenges, and I am passionate about helping my clients discover and develop their innate tools to bring about healing and growth.
028 9124 1741 View 028 9124 1741
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Jacqui Charles
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Belfast BT4
Hi. Welcome to my profile. I am fully qualified counsellor and Sensorimotor Psychotherapist. I work in an integrative way within a humanistic framework. Which simply means drawing upon a range of therapeutic approaches in my work. My therapy is tailored to each persons needs as a unique individual. Always delivered in a caring, non-judgmental empathetic way.
Hi. Welcome to my profile. I am fully qualified counsellor and Sensorimotor Psychotherapist. I work in an integrative way within a humanistic framework. Which simply means drawing upon a range of therapeutic approaches in my work. My therapy is tailored to each persons needs as a unique individual. Always delivered in a caring, non-judgmental empathetic way.
028 9694 3071 View 028 9694 3071
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Carey Campbell
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Belfast BT15
I work with individuals from all backgrounds. As an ally, I have significant experience supporting queer and LGBTQ+ clients. At Different Therapy we embrace & celebrate difference. My passion for counselling is nurtured as I see my clients learn to understand themselves while they move towards healing and growth; becoming who they want to be. Unresolved issues often come up as we move through adult life. Together we will explore whatever is bringing you to counselling. Collaboratively, we will work together to help you process what has been going on, learning to live your best life, however that looks.
I work with individuals from all backgrounds. As an ally, I have significant experience supporting queer and LGBTQ+ clients. At Different Therapy we embrace & celebrate difference. My passion for counselling is nurtured as I see my clients learn to understand themselves while they move towards healing and growth; becoming who they want to be. Unresolved issues often come up as we move through adult life. Together we will explore whatever is bringing you to counselling. Collaboratively, we will work together to help you process what has been going on, learning to live your best life, however that looks.
028 9694 3344 View 028 9694 3344
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GILLIAN SARA RUSSELL
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
I’m a psychological therapist in the NHS with 14 years experience working with adults who have mental health difficulties due to trauma in child/ adulthood, as well as anxiety, bipolar, OCD, depression, ADHD, autism, intrusive thoughts, and phobias. Seeking therapy can be daunting, especially when you have been carrying pain for a long time. You may be living with the effects of bullying, childhood sexual abuse, difficulties with parents, or patterns in your adult relationships that leave you feeling hurt, confused, or stuck. My approach focuses on helping you develop deeper self-understanding, emotional awareness, and resilience.
I’m a psychological therapist in the NHS with 14 years experience working with adults who have mental health difficulties due to trauma in child/ adulthood, as well as anxiety, bipolar, OCD, depression, ADHD, autism, intrusive thoughts, and phobias. Seeking therapy can be daunting, especially when you have been carrying pain for a long time. You may be living with the effects of bullying, childhood sexual abuse, difficulties with parents, or patterns in your adult relationships that leave you feeling hurt, confused, or stuck. My approach focuses on helping you develop deeper self-understanding, emotional awareness, and resilience.
028 2744 1351 View 028 2744 1351
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Sarah Francis
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Belfast BT4
I see therapy as an opportunity to help diminish pain and suffering, cope with the challenges of life and experience increased peace, meaning, acceptance and aliveness.
I see therapy as an opportunity to help diminish pain and suffering, cope with the challenges of life and experience increased peace, meaning, acceptance and aliveness.
028 9124 4108 View 028 9124 4108
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Courtney Jill Elliott
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Online Only
Hi, I’m Courtney. I am a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, I offer a safe, non- judgmental and confidential environment for clients to explore their difficulties, enabling a deeper understanding. CBT looks at the links between our thoughts, feelings, behaviours. I know how daunting it can be reaching out for support. My hope is to develop therapy goals with your specific needs in mind and what you want to achieve, and work towards these together while exploring coping tools to make a positive change in your life.
Hi, I’m Courtney. I am a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, I offer a safe, non- judgmental and confidential environment for clients to explore their difficulties, enabling a deeper understanding. CBT looks at the links between our thoughts, feelings, behaviours. I know how daunting it can be reaching out for support. My hope is to develop therapy goals with your specific needs in mind and what you want to achieve, and work towards these together while exploring coping tools to make a positive change in your life.
028 9124 4167 View 028 9124 4167
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Lesley Delaney
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Belfast BT5
I offer a safe relaxed space where you will be really listened to without judgement. My aim is to help you to understand yourself better, change destructive behavioural patterns, improve your emotional wellbeing and take more control of your life. Do you feel overwhelmed, stressed or depressed? Perhaps you are stuck or dissatisfied with your life or your relationship? Maybe work is taking over your life? Do you need help to make a change? Together we can explore your feelings, to make sense of what is happening or happened in your life. Together we can explore new perspectives. I am here to help you to achieve your goals.
I offer a safe relaxed space where you will be really listened to without judgement. My aim is to help you to understand yourself better, change destructive behavioural patterns, improve your emotional wellbeing and take more control of your life. Do you feel overwhelmed, stressed or depressed? Perhaps you are stuck or dissatisfied with your life or your relationship? Maybe work is taking over your life? Do you need help to make a change? Together we can explore your feelings, to make sense of what is happening or happened in your life. Together we can explore new perspectives. I am here to help you to achieve your goals.
028 9692 8076 View 028 9692 8076
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Victor Henriquez
Counsellor, MBACP
Belfast BT6
I am a therapist working with individuals both face-to-face and online, with a psychodynamic focus.
I am a therapist working with individuals both face-to-face and online, with a psychodynamic focus.
028 9694 3380 View 028 9694 3380
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RBCounselling
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Belfast BT9
I work with couples and relationships; sexual health presentations such as erection and ejaculation concerns; pain and penetration issues; vaginismus; porn and sex compulsivity; sexuality and concerns re low sexual desire. I am an accredited (NCPS) integrative counsellor and member of EMDR UK and Ireland and a COSRT member (Sex and Relationships) meaning that I hope to have tools that will support any presentation that is brought into the room.
I work with couples and relationships; sexual health presentations such as erection and ejaculation concerns; pain and penetration issues; vaginismus; porn and sex compulsivity; sexuality and concerns re low sexual desire. I am an accredited (NCPS) integrative counsellor and member of EMDR UK and Ireland and a COSRT member (Sex and Relationships) meaning that I hope to have tools that will support any presentation that is brought into the room.
028 9694 3440 View 028 9694 3440
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Caroline Smyth
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Online Only
Originally from South Australia I have lived and worked in Belfast for over 15 years. I work with adults and young people experiencing anxiety, burnout, emotional overwhelm, trauma, neurodivergence, relational difficulties and life transitions. Many clients arrive feeling disconnected from themselves after prolonged stress, caregiving, over-functioning or survival-based adaptation. My approach is relational, reflective and emotionally regulating, helping clients develop greater self-understanding, internal congruence, emotional flexibility and a more compassionate relationship with themselves and their experiences.
Originally from South Australia I have lived and worked in Belfast for over 15 years. I work with adults and young people experiencing anxiety, burnout, emotional overwhelm, trauma, neurodivergence, relational difficulties and life transitions. Many clients arrive feeling disconnected from themselves after prolonged stress, caregiving, over-functioning or survival-based adaptation. My approach is relational, reflective and emotionally regulating, helping clients develop greater self-understanding, internal congruence, emotional flexibility and a more compassionate relationship with themselves and their experiences.
028 9692 8248 View 028 9692 8248
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Krissy Smyth
Counsellor, MBACP
Belfast BT5
Life can sometimes feel heavier than you expected, and you may find yourself carrying more than you’ve ever said out loud. You might feel worn down, unsure of your direction, or simply not like yourself. I understand how overwhelming that can be. I offer a calm, steady space where you can talk openly and begin to make sense of what’s been happening. Together, we can explore what’s weighing on you and what it might look like to move forward in a way that feels more grounded.
Life can sometimes feel heavier than you expected, and you may find yourself carrying more than you’ve ever said out loud. You might feel worn down, unsure of your direction, or simply not like yourself. I understand how overwhelming that can be. I offer a calm, steady space where you can talk openly and begin to make sense of what’s been happening. Together, we can explore what’s weighing on you and what it might look like to move forward in a way that feels more grounded.
028 2044 1633 View 028 2044 1633
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Dr Declan Curtis
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Belfast BT9
I am a fully accredited Counselling Psychologist with over 10 years experience of working in mental health settings. I have extensive experience in a number of areas such as depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, bereavement and chronic health issues. As a result of seeing such a diverse range of individuals, I offer a range of various therapeutic interventions most suited to help each person reach their goals. Overall each individual can expect a professional and empathic approach to help them move forward with their lives.
I am a fully accredited Counselling Psychologist with over 10 years experience of working in mental health settings. I have extensive experience in a number of areas such as depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, bereavement and chronic health issues. As a result of seeing such a diverse range of individuals, I offer a range of various therapeutic interventions most suited to help each person reach their goals. Overall each individual can expect a professional and empathic approach to help them move forward with their lives.
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Linda White
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you currently experiencing symptoms of low mood and/or anxiety. Come and talk to me and together we will explore these issues and work on ways of managing these current difficulties in a positive way. Having worked in the mental health sector for 13+ years I have experienced how talking therapy can allow clients to explore their issues that they face on a daily basis and enable them to develop coping strategies which provide positive changes moving forward.
Are you currently experiencing symptoms of low mood and/or anxiety. Come and talk to me and together we will explore these issues and work on ways of managing these current difficulties in a positive way. Having worked in the mental health sector for 13+ years I have experienced how talking therapy can allow clients to explore their issues that they face on a daily basis and enable them to develop coping strategies which provide positive changes moving forward.
01571 590043 View 01571 590043
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Talking Perinatal
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Online Only
Hello, are you adjusting to parenthood. Feeling overwhelmed, anxious or experiencing unhelpful or intrusive thoughts? Talking can help, afterall, becoming a parent is a significant life changing event. My name is Elizabeth Johnston, passionate about raising awareness of self care, self compassion, focusing on balancing a regulated nervous system during this time of change. Other/ ongoing: Clinical Supervision for qualified and student counselling therapists (limited spaces) focusing on client, ethics, self and personal development. NEW: Monthly group supervision available (up to 4 therapists) working with perinatal themes
Hello, are you adjusting to parenthood. Feeling overwhelmed, anxious or experiencing unhelpful or intrusive thoughts? Talking can help, afterall, becoming a parent is a significant life changing event. My name is Elizabeth Johnston, passionate about raising awareness of self care, self compassion, focusing on balancing a regulated nervous system during this time of change. Other/ ongoing: Clinical Supervision for qualified and student counselling therapists (limited spaces) focusing on client, ethics, self and personal development. NEW: Monthly group supervision available (up to 4 therapists) working with perinatal themes
028 9692 8966 View 028 9692 8966
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Lisa Curran
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Belfast BT9
I help children, teenagers, and young adults in Belfast who are struggling with anxiety, ADHD, low mood, or feeling overwhelmed. If your child is finding things difficult at home, in school, or in friendships, you're not alone- and support is available. I provide a calm, safe, and confidential space where young people can feel understood, open up at their own pace, and begin to make sense of what's going on. Many emotional and behavioural challenges are linked to stress, pressure, and relationships. With the right support, young people can feel calmer, build confidence. This will help them to feel themselves again.
I help children, teenagers, and young adults in Belfast who are struggling with anxiety, ADHD, low mood, or feeling overwhelmed. If your child is finding things difficult at home, in school, or in friendships, you're not alone- and support is available. I provide a calm, safe, and confidential space where young people can feel understood, open up at their own pace, and begin to make sense of what's going on. Many emotional and behavioural challenges are linked to stress, pressure, and relationships. With the right support, young people can feel calmer, build confidence. This will help them to feel themselves again.
028 2044 1778 View 028 2044 1778
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Justin Bradley
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Belfast BT9
Hi. Thanks for taking a moment to look at my page. I am a qualified integrative counsellor and an accredited member of the BACP. I am an integrative therapist which caters for the individual needs of each client I work with. I am also an EMDR practitioner which is a highly effective treatment which enables the client to reconcile the maladaptive thoughts and feelings connected to Trauma. I firmly believe a strong therapeutic relationship between client and counsellor can pave the way to successful and rewarding therapeutic change. Call or SMS Directly 07961798674 (preferred)
Hi. Thanks for taking a moment to look at my page. I am a qualified integrative counsellor and an accredited member of the BACP. I am an integrative therapist which caters for the individual needs of each client I work with. I am also an EMDR practitioner which is a highly effective treatment which enables the client to reconcile the maladaptive thoughts and feelings connected to Trauma. I firmly believe a strong therapeutic relationship between client and counsellor can pave the way to successful and rewarding therapeutic change. Call or SMS Directly 07961798674 (preferred)
028 9590 8935 View 028 9590 8935
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Flora Todaro Luck
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP
Belfast BT9
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.
028 9692 8123 View 028 9692 8123
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Psychology and Counselling Centre
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol
Belfast BT14
Hello and welcome, I see you made the first, very important step. You came to realisation you have a problem and that you need professional support. I can help you to specify, name, give a meaning and assist you in your way to recovery of your mental balance while keeping you on the course you chose.I strongly believe that Clients know themselves the best, therefore are the experts of the “knowledge of themselves”; however sometimes they need support to uncover or unblock the inner resources. I encourage taking responsibility for yourself, “can do” attitude to stimulate your mental healing and growth process.
Hello and welcome, I see you made the first, very important step. You came to realisation you have a problem and that you need professional support. I can help you to specify, name, give a meaning and assist you in your way to recovery of your mental balance while keeping you on the course you chose.I strongly believe that Clients know themselves the best, therefore are the experts of the “knowledge of themselves”; however sometimes they need support to uncover or unblock the inner resources. I encourage taking responsibility for yourself, “can do” attitude to stimulate your mental healing and growth process.
028 9163 8320 View 028 9163 8320
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Orla Turley - Counselling and EMDR
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Perhaps you are struggling with trauma, low self-esteem, or confidence, and find yourself constantly putting others first while your own needs go unmet. You may feel unheard, misunderstood, or stuck in patterns that leave you feeling exhausted or overwhelmed. If life feels harder than it should, and you’re wondering whether things could be different, therapy can offer a supportive space to begin making sense of what’s been holding you back. When self-esteem or confidence is impacted, it can show up as anxiety, stress, low mood, anger, panic attacks, or relationship difficulties. In therapy, we can gently explore these patterns.
Perhaps you are struggling with trauma, low self-esteem, or confidence, and find yourself constantly putting others first while your own needs go unmet. You may feel unheard, misunderstood, or stuck in patterns that leave you feeling exhausted or overwhelmed. If life feels harder than it should, and you’re wondering whether things could be different, therapy can offer a supportive space to begin making sense of what’s been holding you back. When self-esteem or confidence is impacted, it can show up as anxiety, stress, low mood, anger, panic attacks, or relationship difficulties. In therapy, we can gently explore these patterns.
01571 598047 View 01571 598047
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Clare Acheson Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Online Only
Making the decision to come to counselling can be difficult but doing so can be the first step in making the changes you want. I am a fully qualified counsellor and accredited member of BACP, I use an Integrative approach which means that I incorporate different elements of specific counselling theories depending on whatever issues my clients are dealing with, this means that our counselling sessions are specific to your needs as an individual. I have been a therapist for the past 20 years. I have extensive experience in working with both adults and young people.
Making the decision to come to counselling can be difficult but doing so can be the first step in making the changes you want. I am a fully qualified counsellor and accredited member of BACP, I use an Integrative approach which means that I incorporate different elements of specific counselling theories depending on whatever issues my clients are dealing with, this means that our counselling sessions are specific to your needs as an individual. I have been a therapist for the past 20 years. I have extensive experience in working with both adults and young people.
028 9694 3234 View 028 9694 3234

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Divorce Counsellors
How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?
Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.

What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?
There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioural, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioural therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.

When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?
When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.

How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.