Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counselling in Belfast
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.
I am primarily a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist but I also have training in Compassion Focused Therapy, Mindfulness and Person Centred Therapy.
Hello, welcome to my profile. I understand it can be daunting finding a therapist and hope the information below can help. I am a cognitive behavioural therapist (CBT) and currently work with adults and children. CBT is an evidenced and skill-based therapy which looks at understanding the links between our thoughts (cognitions), feelings (emotions) and actions (behaviours). My aim is to help individuals better understand their thoughts and behaviours, making a positive change in their life.
I am primarily a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist but I also have training in Compassion Focused Therapy, Mindfulness and Person Centred Therapy.
Hello, welcome to my profile. I understand it can be daunting finding a therapist and hope the information below can help. I am a cognitive behavioural therapist (CBT) and currently work with adults and children. CBT is an evidenced and skill-based therapy which looks at understanding the links between our thoughts (cognitions), feelings (emotions) and actions (behaviours). My aim is to help individuals better understand their thoughts and behaviours, making a positive change in their life.
I can guide you through this process drawing on various techniques including mindfulness.
Have you been feeling anxious or depressed? Perhaps you have suffered a loss - a relationship, a bereavement, a job? Are events from the past still haunting you? Maybe you are not really sure why you are feeling so low? As an experienced counsellor, I can help you to explore your thoughts and feelings, manage your symptoms and decide what changes you want to make to your life. It is often difficult to talk to friends and family about our problems due to embarrassment or fear of being a burden. As a qualified counsellor, I have been trained to listen and support you through your darkest moments.
I can guide you through this process drawing on various techniques including mindfulness.
Have you been feeling anxious or depressed? Perhaps you have suffered a loss - a relationship, a bereavement, a job? Are events from the past still haunting you? Maybe you are not really sure why you are feeling so low? As an experienced counsellor, I can help you to explore your thoughts and feelings, manage your symptoms and decide what changes you want to make to your life. It is often difficult to talk to friends and family about our problems due to embarrassment or fear of being a burden. As a qualified counsellor, I have been trained to listen and support you through your darkest moments.
Do you struggle with anxiety or depression? Perhaps you find it difficult to stop or control worrying and you're feeling overwhelmed? I am passionate about working with people to improve how they feel. I offer safe & confidential talking therapy in a relaxed non-judgemental manner. Working together, I can help you explore evidence based ways to manage anxiety, depression, low self esteem, panic attacks or feeling sad. I also have a special interest in working with burnout and women's health including infertility. My core training is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and I incorporate evidence based treatment in my work with clients.
Do you struggle with anxiety or depression? Perhaps you find it difficult to stop or control worrying and you're feeling overwhelmed? I am passionate about working with people to improve how they feel. I offer safe & confidential talking therapy in a relaxed non-judgemental manner. Working together, I can help you explore evidence based ways to manage anxiety, depression, low self esteem, panic attacks or feeling sad. I also have a special interest in working with burnout and women's health including infertility. My core training is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and I incorporate evidence based treatment in my work with clients.
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.
I am a fully accredited clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience of working both privately and within the NHS. I offer private, individual therapy sessions in a discrete and convenient location in South Belfast. Every individual and their difficulties are unique, and so I am trained across a number of different therapeutic modalities, and can tailor therapy to suit your particular needs. My approach is person centred and tends to emphasise the cultivation of acceptance and self-compassion.
I am a fully accredited clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience of working both privately and within the NHS. I offer private, individual therapy sessions in a discrete and convenient location in South Belfast. Every individual and their difficulties are unique, and so I am trained across a number of different therapeutic modalities, and can tailor therapy to suit your particular needs. My approach is person centred and tends to emphasise the cultivation of acceptance and self-compassion.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I am an Integrative therapist using all aspect of psychotherapy that are relevant and applicable to each individual client, this means I work always in your best interest, using my knowledge and skills to tailor the therapy to best suit you and your current situation.I have many years experience in the field of mental health and have close personal experience in a number of areas. I offer an open, friendly, supportive and confidential service and have specialist training in anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, family issues and coping strategies.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I am an Integrative therapist using all aspect of psychotherapy that are relevant and applicable to each individual client, this means I work always in your best interest, using my knowledge and skills to tailor the therapy to best suit you and your current situation.I have many years experience in the field of mental health and have close personal experience in a number of areas. I offer an open, friendly, supportive and confidential service and have specialist training in anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, family issues and coping strategies.
As an accredited Art psychotherapist I have extensive experience working with adults and children on the spectrum. My aim is to successfully support clients facing various challenges, including behavioural difficulties, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), suicidal ideation, self-harm, bereavement, and relationship difficulties, social anxiety, identity and self-esteem issues, among others things. By creating a trusting and empathetic therapeutic relationship, I help clients navigate these difficulties and find healing through the creative process.
As an accredited Art psychotherapist I have extensive experience working with adults and children on the spectrum. My aim is to successfully support clients facing various challenges, including behavioural difficulties, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), suicidal ideation, self-harm, bereavement, and relationship difficulties, social anxiety, identity and self-esteem issues, among others things. By creating a trusting and empathetic therapeutic relationship, I help clients navigate these difficulties and find healing through the creative process.
I support people in the creative industries - TV, film, journalism, the arts etc - as well as those healing from sexual trauma. Sometimes those experiences overlap, sometimes they don’t. What my clients have in common is that they’re carrying something heavy and are ready for change. If this is you, you may feel stuck in shame, burnout or self-doubt. You want to feel safe in your body, build confidence, and reconnect with who you are, beyond the pain, pressure, or past. You may have tried talking therapies, but still feel blocked. You want to go deeper, heal what's underneath and move forward with clarity, strength, and self-trust.
I support people in the creative industries - TV, film, journalism, the arts etc - as well as those healing from sexual trauma. Sometimes those experiences overlap, sometimes they don’t. What my clients have in common is that they’re carrying something heavy and are ready for change. If this is you, you may feel stuck in shame, burnout or self-doubt. You want to feel safe in your body, build confidence, and reconnect with who you are, beyond the pain, pressure, or past. You may have tried talking therapies, but still feel blocked. You want to go deeper, heal what's underneath and move forward with clarity, strength, and self-trust.
Strive2Thrive offer warm and compassionate support by providing innovative and evidence-based psychological interventions (including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and Mindfulness) to meet your needs.
At times, we can find it difficult to cope with challenges that we are facing. In contending with these challenges, we can lose sight of what matters to us, which only serves to intensify our problems. Strive2Thrive is a clinical psychology service that provides evidence-based approaches to help you cope with difficult thoughts and emotions and get you back on track by reconnecting with what matters to you. Whether it is feelings of anxiety, low mood, perfectionism, burnout or dealing with trauma, Strive2Thrive can help. In addition to one-to-one therapy, we also offer support to couples experiencing relationship difficulties.
Strive2Thrive offer warm and compassionate support by providing innovative and evidence-based psychological interventions (including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and Mindfulness) to meet your needs.
At times, we can find it difficult to cope with challenges that we are facing. In contending with these challenges, we can lose sight of what matters to us, which only serves to intensify our problems. Strive2Thrive is a clinical psychology service that provides evidence-based approaches to help you cope with difficult thoughts and emotions and get you back on track by reconnecting with what matters to you. Whether it is feelings of anxiety, low mood, perfectionism, burnout or dealing with trauma, Strive2Thrive can help. In addition to one-to-one therapy, we also offer support to couples experiencing relationship difficulties.
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.
I am a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst and a Speech and Language Therapist. I offer Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with a strong behavioural underpinning to bring compassionate change to people's lives. Embodying ACT is a key feature of the intervention so change will happen in a collaborative way. I work with people with or without communication differences.
With over 25 years as a clinician, I bring experience and creativity to this practice. Anxiety, stress, overwhelm and low mood are all areas supported through enhancing ways to promote vitality and meaning in your life.
I am a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst and a Speech and Language Therapist. I offer Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with a strong behavioural underpinning to bring compassionate change to people's lives. Embodying ACT is a key feature of the intervention so change will happen in a collaborative way. I work with people with or without communication differences.
With over 25 years as a clinician, I bring experience and creativity to this practice. Anxiety, stress, overwhelm and low mood are all areas supported through enhancing ways to promote vitality and meaning in your life.
I am a Highly Specialist Chartered Psychologist with over 20 years experience in the area of adult mental health, teaching and research. I currently work in NHS and Private Practice. I am registered with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). That means you can be assured that I am trained to the highest standards. I specialise in adult mental health, with specialist interest in complex trauma. I offer individual therapy to address any type of mental health issue such as depression, interpersonal problems, trauma, anxiety, stress, abuse, and self-esteem issues.
I am a Highly Specialist Chartered Psychologist with over 20 years experience in the area of adult mental health, teaching and research. I currently work in NHS and Private Practice. I am registered with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). That means you can be assured that I am trained to the highest standards. I specialise in adult mental health, with specialist interest in complex trauma. I offer individual therapy to address any type of mental health issue such as depression, interpersonal problems, trauma, anxiety, stress, abuse, and self-esteem issues.
Whether you’re a caregiver, a high achiever, or someone who simply feels emotionally exhausted, you’re not alone. I work with people who are ready to move beyond coping and begin healing in a way that feels grounded, sustainable, and real. Feel free to contact me for a 15 minute call.
My approach integrates evidence-based CBT with a deep respect for your lived experience. I also draw from Compassion-Focused Therapy, Polyvagal-informed techniques, and Interpersonal Process to support you in reconnecting with your values, boundaries, and self-worth.
Whether you’re a caregiver, a high achiever, or someone who simply feels emotionally exhausted, you’re not alone. I work with people who are ready to move beyond coping and begin healing in a way that feels grounded, sustainable, and real. Feel free to contact me for a 15 minute call.
My approach integrates evidence-based CBT with a deep respect for your lived experience. I also draw from Compassion-Focused Therapy, Polyvagal-informed techniques, and Interpersonal Process to support you in reconnecting with your values, boundaries, and self-worth.
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, 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, 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 Chartered Clinical Psychologist and former British Psychology Society NI representative for the Children, Young People, and Families faculty. I have over ten years of experience providing psychological support and care to clients. The therapy sessions I offer are both person-centred and collaborative to encourage your self-expression and self-development. I use various psychotherapy treatment techniques and provide effective strategies to help you to cope with many of life’s various obstacles. The core of my therapeutic work is non-judgemental acceptance, understanding, and support for all experiences and difficulties.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and former British Psychology Society NI representative for the Children, Young People, and Families faculty. I have over ten years of experience providing psychological support and care to clients. The therapy sessions I offer are both person-centred and collaborative to encourage your self-expression and self-development. I use various psychotherapy treatment techniques and provide effective strategies to help you to cope with many of life’s various obstacles. The core of my therapeutic work is non-judgemental acceptance, understanding, and support for all experiences and difficulties.
Hi, I’m Diane, a qualified integrative therapist and a member of BACP. I am a firm believer that therapy is most effective when the client and counsellor are able to develop a trusting and open therapeutic relationship that challenges current thinking and enhances my clients’ self awareness. I work integrating modalities of therapy during sessions while staying person centred to ensure my clients feel heard and understood. Together we will work to explore your issues and identify strategies and coping methods to increase contentment and ultimately, positively impact your quality of life.
Hi, I’m Diane, a qualified integrative therapist and a member of BACP. I am a firm believer that therapy is most effective when the client and counsellor are able to develop a trusting and open therapeutic relationship that challenges current thinking and enhances my clients’ self awareness. I work integrating modalities of therapy during sessions while staying person centred to ensure my clients feel heard and understood. Together we will work to explore your issues and identify strategies and coping methods to increase contentment and ultimately, positively impact your quality of life.
I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist trained in providing psychological assessments and tailored interventions for children, adolescents and adults. CBT helps to provide clients with a deeper understanding of difficult emotions which can be overwhelming and impact on day to day life. This is achieved by collaboratively exploring life events, patterns of thinking and examining behaviours which may intensify unwanted feelings. By learning to challenge unhelpful thinking and behaving, clients can begin to achieve their therapeutic goals and develop an understanding of how to address future difficulties.
I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist trained in providing psychological assessments and tailored interventions for children, adolescents and adults. CBT helps to provide clients with a deeper understanding of difficult emotions which can be overwhelming and impact on day to day life. This is achieved by collaboratively exploring life events, patterns of thinking and examining behaviours which may intensify unwanted feelings. By learning to challenge unhelpful thinking and behaving, clients can begin to achieve their therapeutic goals and develop an understanding of how to address future difficulties.
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist and I work collaboratively with my clients, helping them to understand their difficulties, make sense of their experiences, develop ways of coping and live with more ease. My work is informed by a range of psychological theories and models, choosing the most helpful approach to suit the individual e.g. Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Family Therapy/Systemic informed work.
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist and I work collaboratively with my clients, helping them to understand their difficulties, make sense of their experiences, develop ways of coping and live with more ease. My work is informed by a range of psychological theories and models, choosing the most helpful approach to suit the individual e.g. Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Family Therapy/Systemic informed work.
Perhaps you are a little unsure where to start? Reaching out for help takes courage, so if you’re visiting my profile for the first time please know, you are so welcome here.
Is fear, anxiety, or stress holding you back? Do you find yourself becoming easily overwhelmed/ unable to cope? Perhaps you are feeling stuck in life or disappointed where you're at? Have you recently experienced a life transition such as losing a loved one, becoming a parent, or going through a divorce?
Any of these changes, and more, can bring up emotions and questions that perhaps you didn’t expect and now you find yourself trying to navigate them.
Perhaps you are a little unsure where to start? Reaching out for help takes courage, so if you’re visiting my profile for the first time please know, you are so welcome here.
Is fear, anxiety, or stress holding you back? Do you find yourself becoming easily overwhelmed/ unable to cope? Perhaps you are feeling stuck in life or disappointed where you're at? Have you recently experienced a life transition such as losing a loved one, becoming a parent, or going through a divorce?
Any of these changes, and more, can bring up emotions and questions that perhaps you didn’t expect and now you find yourself trying to navigate them.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counsellors
How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behaviour through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.