Counselling in Belfast
Feeling burnt out, like you're not 'enough', experiencing harsh inner critical voice and disconnection? I’m Hayley, a qualified Integrative Counsellor. I'm a warm, compassionate, and down to earth person who can sit alongside you through difficulties, offering a safe and supportive space where you can begin to explore what’s troubling you, at your own pace. Within our sessions, it is an opportunity for you to explore the issues you are facing; to feel heard, seen and understood without fear of criticism. Together, we can strengthen your self-belief, helping you feel empowered and confident in the choices that support your growth.
Feeling burnt out, like you're not 'enough', experiencing harsh inner critical voice and disconnection? I’m Hayley, a qualified Integrative Counsellor. I'm a warm, compassionate, and down to earth person who can sit alongside you through difficulties, offering a safe and supportive space where you can begin to explore what’s troubling you, at your own pace. Within our sessions, it is an opportunity for you to explore the issues you are facing; to feel heard, seen and understood without fear of criticism. Together, we can strengthen your self-belief, helping you feel empowered and confident in the choices that support your growth.
Many thanks for choosing to look at my profile. My name is Deborah and I am a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Integrative Therapist. have been working with clients for several years now and have had the privilege of seeing many people improve their quality of life through counselling. I have been working with young people and adults since 2011 and have a wide range of experience in dealing with many issues such as abuse, addiction, anger issues, anxiety, bereavement, depression, low self-esteem, relationship problems, unemployment, and many more. Please refer to the bottom of this page to view a fuller list.
Many thanks for choosing to look at my profile. My name is Deborah and I am a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Integrative Therapist. have been working with clients for several years now and have had the privilege of seeing many people improve their quality of life through counselling. I have been working with young people and adults since 2011 and have a wide range of experience in dealing with many issues such as abuse, addiction, anger issues, anxiety, bereavement, depression, low self-esteem, relationship problems, unemployment, and many more. Please refer to the bottom of this page to view a fuller list.
What if. Two words that send your mind down a well-worn path. Words and images that pop into your head at any moment and no matter how hard you try to push it away you find yourself stuck; thinking, feeling and doing the same thing over and over. Maybe it’s reliving the past, maybe it’s worrying about the future, or feeling you need to do something right now or something bad will happen. “What if” is hard to live with. But when your mind is stuck in the “what if’s” your brain is telling you there is something you need to figure out, something you need to rebalance.
What if. Two words that send your mind down a well-worn path. Words and images that pop into your head at any moment and no matter how hard you try to push it away you find yourself stuck; thinking, feeling and doing the same thing over and over. Maybe it’s reliving the past, maybe it’s worrying about the future, or feeling you need to do something right now or something bad will happen. “What if” is hard to live with. But when your mind is stuck in the “what if’s” your brain is telling you there is something you need to figure out, something you need to rebalance.
Hi, I’m John and I am a BACP registered counsellor. I offer individual counselling for people aged 18+.
Like most counsellors I have trained integratively, meaning I studied a few different approaches to therapy and how to blend them to meet the needs of each client.
I would class myself as a ‘relational’ therapist, which simply means I’ll focus more on developing a strong working relationship with you, rather than on treating particular symptoms or worries, or giving lots of direction. If in working with me you feel like you have found a space free of judgement and shame I will consider my job well done.
Hi, I’m John and I am a BACP registered counsellor. I offer individual counselling for people aged 18+.
Like most counsellors I have trained integratively, meaning I studied a few different approaches to therapy and how to blend them to meet the needs of each client.
I would class myself as a ‘relational’ therapist, which simply means I’ll focus more on developing a strong working relationship with you, rather than on treating particular symptoms or worries, or giving lots of direction. If in working with me you feel like you have found a space free of judgement and shame I will consider my job well done.
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.
I am a Specialist Chartered Psychologist, a member of the British Psychological Society and registered with HCPC. I've worked in the NHS for over 20 years in the area of Mental Health. I use an integrative approach drawing from a number of therapeutic approaches to help meet each clients individual needs. I provide a safe, healing and confidential space to help clients connect with their feelings and explore and gain an understanding of their difficulties. I have extensive experience working with a wide range of Clinical Presentations including, trauma, depression, anxiety, bereavement, self-esteem and relationship difficulties.
I am a Specialist Chartered Psychologist, a member of the British Psychological Society and registered with HCPC. I've worked in the NHS for over 20 years in the area of Mental Health. I use an integrative approach drawing from a number of therapeutic approaches to help meet each clients individual needs. I provide a safe, healing and confidential space to help clients connect with their feelings and explore and gain an understanding of their difficulties. I have extensive experience working with a wide range of Clinical Presentations including, trauma, depression, anxiety, bereavement, self-esteem and relationship difficulties.
Welcome and thank you for visiting my page. I am an accredited integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. Integrative means that I can use different counselling techniques such as Person Centred, Psychodynamic and CBT, this allows me to provide therapy that is best suited to your individual needs. You may be searching here because you want something in your life to change, or because you need a safe place to explore the past and how it may be affecting you now. Whatever the reason I can provide a safe non-judgmental space and work collaboratively with you on this journey to make positive changes in your life.
Welcome and thank you for visiting my page. I am an accredited integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. Integrative means that I can use different counselling techniques such as Person Centred, Psychodynamic and CBT, this allows me to provide therapy that is best suited to your individual needs. You may be searching here because you want something in your life to change, or because you need a safe place to explore the past and how it may be affecting you now. Whatever the reason I can provide a safe non-judgmental space and work collaboratively with you on this journey to make positive changes in your life.
I am a psychotherapist on the spectrum with ADHD. I have been late diagnosed, so I can relate to NT and ND. I understand how life-changing it can be for anyone to be diagnosed with Autism. I am helping people who are experiencing detachment, unexplained pain, and lack of stability, along with high levels of emotional distress, mood difficulties, shame, guilt, difficulties with self-esteem, making sense out of a late diagnosis and difficulties in life in general. I offer a non-judgmental, welcoming space where you can find your own solutions and paths to growth and resilience.
I am a psychotherapist on the spectrum with ADHD. I have been late diagnosed, so I can relate to NT and ND. I understand how life-changing it can be for anyone to be diagnosed with Autism. I am helping people who are experiencing detachment, unexplained pain, and lack of stability, along with high levels of emotional distress, mood difficulties, shame, guilt, difficulties with self-esteem, making sense out of a late diagnosis and difficulties in life in general. I offer a non-judgmental, welcoming space where you can find your own solutions and paths to growth and resilience.
I work with adults, particularly LGBTQ+ clients who feel stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure how to be fully themselves. You might be navigating identity, relationships, shame, family dynamics or just feel tired of holding everything in. Therapy can offer space to slow down, reconnect, and come home to yourself. I bring a person-centred, relational, and somatically informed approach - helping you work gently with whatever’s present. I work online with clients across the UK, Ireland and Europe
I work with adults, particularly LGBTQ+ clients who feel stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure how to be fully themselves. You might be navigating identity, relationships, shame, family dynamics or just feel tired of holding everything in. Therapy can offer space to slow down, reconnect, and come home to yourself. I bring a person-centred, relational, and somatically informed approach - helping you work gently with whatever’s present. I work online with clients across the UK, Ireland and Europe
If you’re tired of looking capable on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, anxious or self-critical on the inside, you’re not alone. Many high-achieving women carry old hurt, fear or shame while still showing up for everyone else. Therapy offers a steady, safe space to slow down and understand the parts of you that work so hard to keep everything together. As we explore these inner dynamics with compassion, you can begin to feel more supported, more grounded, and more connected to a calmer, confident Self. If this resonates, I’d be honoured to walk alongside you.
If you’re tired of looking capable on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, anxious or self-critical on the inside, you’re not alone. Many high-achieving women carry old hurt, fear or shame while still showing up for everyone else. Therapy offers a steady, safe space to slow down and understand the parts of you that work so hard to keep everything together. As we explore these inner dynamics with compassion, you can begin to feel more supported, more grounded, and more connected to a calmer, confident Self. If this resonates, I’d be honoured to walk alongside you.
As a senior member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy and a Fellow of the National Counselling Society my primary aim is to ensure my clients feel safe. Trained to Masters level in Counselling & Psychotherapy for over 20 years, clients can be sure of a professional confidential and ethical service. At any one time, I provide counselling training to approximately 50 counsellors training to degree level, therefore drawing on a wide array of experience. My main areas of expertise are suicide, trauma, and addiction, with particular interest and vast experience in working with couples with relationship problems.
As a senior member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy and a Fellow of the National Counselling Society my primary aim is to ensure my clients feel safe. Trained to Masters level in Counselling & Psychotherapy for over 20 years, clients can be sure of a professional confidential and ethical service. At any one time, I provide counselling training to approximately 50 counsellors training to degree level, therefore drawing on a wide array of experience. My main areas of expertise are suicide, trauma, and addiction, with particular interest and vast experience in working with couples with relationship problems.
I am passionate about helping people see past their problems to a future free from crippling toxic anxiety and depression. I travel with my clients on their journey of self-discovery, helping them find their own inner strength to deal with their own issues.
I am passionate about helping people see past their problems to a future free from crippling toxic anxiety and depression. I travel with my clients on their journey of self-discovery, helping them find their own inner strength to deal with their own issues.
About Me
I’m a fully accredited integrative therapist with BACP, experienced in working with adults, young people, and children aged 8+. I have specialist training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), a trauma-focused therapy, and over 12 years’ experience supporting adults & under-18s in a wide range of settings including private practice, education, and community services.
I hold a separate qualification in Counselling Children and Young People and have a particular interest in working with teenagers. My practice also extends to working with private agencies, Employment Assistance Programmes, insurance co
About Me
I’m a fully accredited integrative therapist with BACP, experienced in working with adults, young people, and children aged 8+. I have specialist training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), a trauma-focused therapy, and over 12 years’ experience supporting adults & under-18s in a wide range of settings including private practice, education, and community services.
I hold a separate qualification in Counselling Children and Young People and have a particular interest in working with teenagers. My practice also extends to working with private agencies, Employment Assistance Programmes, insurance co
You may be a high-masking autistic or ADHD woman. You may have spent years coping, and even outwardly succeeding, until your nervous system simply can’t keep up. Many of my clients are neurodivergent women, often late-diagnosed or self-diagnosed, navigating burnout, perimenopause, trauma, self-doubt, and deep exhaustion from masking. You may have tried therapy before without lasting change and feel stuck in the same patterns. You’re looking for specialist, neurodiversity-affirming therapy that helps you understand why you struggle and offers practical ways to move forward.
You may be a high-masking autistic or ADHD woman. You may have spent years coping, and even outwardly succeeding, until your nervous system simply can’t keep up. Many of my clients are neurodivergent women, often late-diagnosed or self-diagnosed, navigating burnout, perimenopause, trauma, self-doubt, and deep exhaustion from masking. You may have tried therapy before without lasting change and feel stuck in the same patterns. You’re looking for specialist, neurodiversity-affirming therapy that helps you understand why you struggle and offers practical ways to move forward.
I am an Accredited counsellor with BACP, offering both long-term and short-term, solution-focused therapy. I have experience working with a diverse range of client concerns and backgrounds.
I support clients in managing their anxiety, depression, self-esteem, unhelpful thinking, adverse childhood experiences, abuse and risk of abusing; relationships - breakdowns, improving them & changing unhelpful patterns.
I am an Accredited counsellor with BACP, offering both long-term and short-term, solution-focused therapy. I have experience working with a diverse range of client concerns and backgrounds.
I support clients in managing their anxiety, depression, self-esteem, unhelpful thinking, adverse childhood experiences, abuse and risk of abusing; relationships - breakdowns, improving them & changing unhelpful patterns.
If you are experiencing any type of life difficulty, it is my privilege to you support to discover how to live in the solution and how not to live in the problem. Change is inevitable and can be frightening and upsetting. Counselling helps you to implement and navigate change, manage emotion and learn ways to cope with whatever difficulty life has given you.
If you are experiencing any type of life difficulty, it is my privilege to you support to discover how to live in the solution and how not to live in the problem. Change is inevitable and can be frightening and upsetting. Counselling helps you to implement and navigate change, manage emotion and learn ways to cope with whatever difficulty life has given you.
Maybe you've spent years feeling like you had to be someone else—constantly trying to meet the expectations of others. Whether it’s unresolved trauma, attachment wounds, or the weight of anxiety and depression, it can leave you feeling disconnected from your true self. You might find yourself stuck in people-pleasing, overworking, masking, or repressing your emotions. Coping can turn into unhealthy patterns like self-harming, developing addictions, OCD, or eating disorders. Together, we can unravel those patterns, understand how your past is shaping your present, and help you develop what you need to feel good in your own skin.
Maybe you've spent years feeling like you had to be someone else—constantly trying to meet the expectations of others. Whether it’s unresolved trauma, attachment wounds, or the weight of anxiety and depression, it can leave you feeling disconnected from your true self. You might find yourself stuck in people-pleasing, overworking, masking, or repressing your emotions. Coping can turn into unhealthy patterns like self-harming, developing addictions, OCD, or eating disorders. Together, we can unravel those patterns, understand how your past is shaping your present, and help you develop what you need to feel good in your own skin.
My name is Joanne and I am an Integrative Counsellor. Being integrative means that I combine various approaches and tools to meet the individual needs of each client. I offer a safe space for you to discuss your experiences, explore your issues, and perhaps find ways to bring about change and improve your wellbeing. I provide support that is confidential, trusting and non-judgemental. I am fully qualified, and a registered & accredited member of the BACP.
My name is Joanne and I am an Integrative Counsellor. Being integrative means that I combine various approaches and tools to meet the individual needs of each client. I offer a safe space for you to discuss your experiences, explore your issues, and perhaps find ways to bring about change and improve your wellbeing. I provide support that is confidential, trusting and non-judgemental. I am fully qualified, and a registered & accredited member of the BACP.
Whether you are seeking support for anxiety, depression, life transitions, loss, or simply looking for a space to reflect and grow, I am here to listen and assist you on your journey. Each individual's path is unique, and together, we will identify and draw on the various aspects and experiences you have had, to examine and explore how this may be affecting you in the present.
Please feel welcome to reach out with any questions or concerns about the process, no matter how small.
Whether you are seeking support for anxiety, depression, life transitions, loss, or simply looking for a space to reflect and grow, I am here to listen and assist you on your journey. Each individual's path is unique, and together, we will identify and draw on the various aspects and experiences you have had, to examine and explore how this may be affecting you in the present.
Please feel welcome to reach out with any questions or concerns about the process, no matter how small.
After my first assessment I will work closely with my client to decide on the best form of therapy for them and decide the way forward together. I have had a passion for helping others my entire life and began counselling in 2010. My own past has only served to deepen my desire to help as I can deeply empathise with those who need it most. I believe that no one should suffer in silence and I work hard to try and guide clients to their own answers. When someone feels lost they then become confused and this is a very lonely place to be. I base my work on clearing the mist and helping clients find the answers.
After my first assessment I will work closely with my client to decide on the best form of therapy for them and decide the way forward together. I have had a passion for helping others my entire life and began counselling in 2010. My own past has only served to deepen my desire to help as I can deeply empathise with those who need it most. I believe that no one should suffer in silence and I work hard to try and guide clients to their own answers. When someone feels lost they then become confused and this is a very lonely place to be. I base my work on clearing the mist and helping clients find the answers.
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Number of Counsellors in Belfast
200+
Average cost per session
£55
Counsellors in Belfast who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 85% | Self Esteem |
| 79% | Stress |
| 74% | Relationship Issues |
| 68% | Bereavement |
| 66% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 61% | Bupa |
| 61% | AXA PPP |
| 55% | Aviva |
How Counsellors in Belfast see their clients
| 78% | In Person and Online | |
| 22% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 74% | Female | |
| 25% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |