Female Counselling in Carrickfergus

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Frances Lindsay
Counsellor, MBACP
My name is Frances and I am an integrative counsellor. I have trained in several therapeutic approaches so that I can meet each clients individual needs. I am also a qualified child counsellor, working with children 3/4 and up. Sessions are offered in Belfast, Carrickfergus and Newtownabbey.
My name is Frances and I am an integrative counsellor. I have trained in several therapeutic approaches so that I can meet each clients individual needs. I am also a qualified child counsellor, working with children 3/4 and up. Sessions are offered in Belfast, Carrickfergus and Newtownabbey.
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Joanne Hudson
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Waitlist for new clients
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 an 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 an accredited member of the BACP.
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Jennifer L Coulter
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
Hi my name is Jennifer. I am an integrative therapist registered with the British Association of counsellors and psychotherapists. I have over 20 years experience working within Psychology services. I work with clients with a range of challenges such as anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship difficulties and loss. I have a special interest and experience adapting therapy for clients with learning disabilities and Autism and their carers.
Hi my name is Jennifer. I am an integrative therapist registered with the British Association of counsellors and psychotherapists. I have over 20 years experience working within Psychology services. I work with clients with a range of challenges such as anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship difficulties and loss. I have a special interest and experience adapting therapy for clients with learning disabilities and Autism and their carers.
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Nicola Murray
Counsellor, MBACP
I am one half of two counsellors at Through the Woods Therapy NI, with counselling rooms in both Newtownabbey and Carrickfergus. Working with people aged 16+, I offer a confidential, warm and judgement-free space to explore what is troubling you. People come to counselling for many different reasons. By using an integrative approach, I offer a therapy that is tailored to your needs. Counselling allows you to process how you are feeling, increase your own self-awareness, and learn to move forward with a more balanced approach to life's challenges.
I am one half of two counsellors at Through the Woods Therapy NI, with counselling rooms in both Newtownabbey and Carrickfergus. Working with people aged 16+, I offer a confidential, warm and judgement-free space to explore what is troubling you. People come to counselling for many different reasons. By using an integrative approach, I offer a therapy that is tailored to your needs. Counselling allows you to process how you are feeling, increase your own self-awareness, and learn to move forward with a more balanced approach to life's challenges.
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Laura Stewart
Counsellor, MBACP
Hello there, my name is Laura of Through the Woods Therapy NI. Sometimes we can't see the wood for the trees and we may need someone to talk to, to gain a new perspective. Here at Through the Woods Therapy, I offer a confidential, non judgemental and a genuine service, whilst you find your way through these difficult times. I am a fully qualified integrative counsellor who provides a safe therapeutic space for reflection and self discovery and when you are ready I can offer solution focused techniques to move forward. Each person has their own perspective and I offer bespoke therapy unique to each individual and their needs.
Hello there, my name is Laura of Through the Woods Therapy NI. Sometimes we can't see the wood for the trees and we may need someone to talk to, to gain a new perspective. Here at Through the Woods Therapy, I offer a confidential, non judgemental and a genuine service, whilst you find your way through these difficult times. I am a fully qualified integrative counsellor who provides a safe therapeutic space for reflection and self discovery and when you are ready I can offer solution focused techniques to move forward. Each person has their own perspective and I offer bespoke therapy unique to each individual and their needs.
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Cheryl Clokey
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Garden Room Counselling. Life can be tough and sometimes we could do with a little support to understand, help make clear and in turn work towards healing with our trauma, issues and troubling thoughts or behaviours. These may be affecting your mood or wellbeing. My aim is for you to feel safe, valued and seen and to be heard in a non judgemental way. You are unique and we will journey together to build resilience and growth aiming for long term emotional wellbeing.
Garden Room Counselling. Life can be tough and sometimes we could do with a little support to understand, help make clear and in turn work towards healing with our trauma, issues and troubling thoughts or behaviours. These may be affecting your mood or wellbeing. My aim is for you to feel safe, valued and seen and to be heard in a non judgemental way. You are unique and we will journey together to build resilience and growth aiming for long term emotional wellbeing.
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Deborah Catherall
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I provide one to one therapy in the Newtownabbey area. I provide a safe, warm and confidential environment where clients are greated in a a non-judgemental way and where they can explore and talk through issues. My work is focused and tailored to the client's requirements, helping them to address & challenge current, beliefs and thoughts to allow change. I offer an initial 20 minute free consultation to ensure I am the right therapist, to explain the merits of each theraputic approach for their needs. The Initial consultation will allow too the opportunity to meet without any obligation.
I provide one to one therapy in the Newtownabbey area. I provide a safe, warm and confidential environment where clients are greated in a a non-judgemental way and where they can explore and talk through issues. My work is focused and tailored to the client's requirements, helping them to address & challenge current, beliefs and thoughts to allow change. I offer an initial 20 minute free consultation to ensure I am the right therapist, to explain the merits of each theraputic approach for their needs. The Initial consultation will allow too the opportunity to meet without any obligation.
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Joanne Watt
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I offer a very private, comfortable and relaxed space, where you can have a safe place to talk through your challenges and learn new coping strategies, which can enable you to work through the feelings that are troubling you. This can help to deal with specific problems, cope with a crisis or bereavement, improve your relationships, reduce confusion, or develop better ways of living. My role is to listen, support and help you understand your feelings and behaviour better. whatever difficulties you are facing.
I offer a very private, comfortable and relaxed space, where you can have a safe place to talk through your challenges and learn new coping strategies, which can enable you to work through the feelings that are troubling you. This can help to deal with specific problems, cope with a crisis or bereavement, improve your relationships, reduce confusion, or develop better ways of living. My role is to listen, support and help you understand your feelings and behaviour better. whatever difficulties you are facing.
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Sinead Corey Play Therapy
Counsellor, MA, PTUK Accred
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Hello my name is Sinead and I am an Accredited Play Therapist and Registered SandStory Therapist. I have twenty-six years’ experience in a mainstream primary school where I have specialised as a Nurture Room Teacher. I am experienced in supporting children with Attachment Type Difficulties, Selective Mutism, and children diagnosed with with ASD and ADHD. I have supported children experiencing isolation and bullying and have empowered children to build resilience and develop social skills with their peers. I have extensive knowledge of working with individuals and with small groups of children/young people and their parents.
Hello my name is Sinead and I am an Accredited Play Therapist and Registered SandStory Therapist. I have twenty-six years’ experience in a mainstream primary school where I have specialised as a Nurture Room Teacher. I am experienced in supporting children with Attachment Type Difficulties, Selective Mutism, and children diagnosed with with ASD and ADHD. I have supported children experiencing isolation and bullying and have empowered children to build resilience and develop social skills with their peers. I have extensive knowledge of working with individuals and with small groups of children/young people and their parents.
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Joanne Welsh Counselling Services
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer warm, non-judgmental therapy, helping you understand yourself, face difficulties, make decisions or begin to make changes. This involves talking about life experiences in a safe space, providing you with support and helping you make future plans. I offer therapy for individuals, couples and young people (12+). I can help with a range of difficulties including anxiety, work related stress, depression, relationship difficulties including sex therapy (low desire, vaginismus, DE, ED & PE), self esteem, bereavement, trauma & addictions including sex addiction. I'll focus on what you want to achieve.
I offer warm, non-judgmental therapy, helping you understand yourself, face difficulties, make decisions or begin to make changes. This involves talking about life experiences in a safe space, providing you with support and helping you make future plans. I offer therapy for individuals, couples and young people (12+). I can help with a range of difficulties including anxiety, work related stress, depression, relationship difficulties including sex therapy (low desire, vaginismus, DE, ED & PE), self esteem, bereavement, trauma & addictions including sex addiction. I'll focus on what you want to achieve.
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Trudi Power
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am a qualified counsellor who provides a safe, non judgemental, confidential space for clients who may have lost their way in life. I have gained many years experience in working within a crisis intervention and mental health hub. I have a particular interest in mental health pre/ post pregnancy and menopause, exploring the negative impact this can cause during these stages of life.
I am a qualified counsellor who provides a safe, non judgemental, confidential space for clients who may have lost their way in life. I have gained many years experience in working within a crisis intervention and mental health hub. I have a particular interest in mental health pre/ post pregnancy and menopause, exploring the negative impact this can cause during these stages of life.
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Julie Halliday
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Thank you for visiting my profile. My name is Julie Halliday and I am a qualified integrative counsellor at The Breakthrough Project. I provide a confidential counselling service based on the belief that you are the expert on your own life and that with help, you will find the solutions to your problems. I will support you on your journey by offering acceptance, non-judgement and a fresh perspective. I provide a safe and secure therapeutic space for self-discovery, reflection and problem-solving to allow you to move forward towards improved wellbeing.
Thank you for visiting my profile. My name is Julie Halliday and I am a qualified integrative counsellor at The Breakthrough Project. I provide a confidential counselling service based on the belief that you are the expert on your own life and that with help, you will find the solutions to your problems. I will support you on your journey by offering acceptance, non-judgement and a fresh perspective. I provide a safe and secure therapeutic space for self-discovery, reflection and problem-solving to allow you to move forward towards improved wellbeing.
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Carole Mason
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Hello and welcome to my profile. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, you may have hit a difficult phase in your life because of a past trauma, or maybe you would just like someone to talk to. At some point in our lives, we all struggle with our feelings, which can be especially difficult to cope with or even to understand. I offer a private, comfortable and relaxed environment where you can have a regular time and safe place to talk through your challenges and learn new ways of coping, which can enable you to work through the feelings that are troubling you.
Hello and welcome to my profile. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, you may have hit a difficult phase in your life because of a past trauma, or maybe you would just like someone to talk to. At some point in our lives, we all struggle with our feelings, which can be especially difficult to cope with or even to understand. I offer a private, comfortable and relaxed environment where you can have a regular time and safe place to talk through your challenges and learn new ways of coping, which can enable you to work through the feelings that are troubling you.
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Kiri McLaughlin
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
My experience in psycho-education and counselling has focused on supporting individuals living with stress, mental illness & suicidal thoughts. I've supported people who aren't sure what to do next with situations & relationships, or are struggling with feelings of overwhelm or depression. Most people who I've worked with just don't want to be in pain anymore, but everyone's needs & wants are different & it's important to get to know you & meet you where you are on your journey.
My experience in psycho-education and counselling has focused on supporting individuals living with stress, mental illness & suicidal thoughts. I've supported people who aren't sure what to do next with situations & relationships, or are struggling with feelings of overwhelm or depression. Most people who I've worked with just don't want to be in pain anymore, but everyone's needs & wants are different & it's important to get to know you & meet you where you are on your journey.
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Breakthrough NI - Counselling & Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I’m a trauma-trained therapist offering relational, body-based therapy for adults, children & young people. I integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy to support healing from trauma, addictions, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, burn-out and the quieter struggles that often go unseen. I’m also neurodivergent and work with many clients who feel “different” or exhausted by systems not built for them. Therapy with me is mindful, respectful, and led by your pace. Every part of you is welcome here.
I’m a trauma-trained therapist offering relational, body-based therapy for adults, children & young people. I integrate Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy to support healing from trauma, addictions, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, burn-out and the quieter struggles that often go unseen. I’m also neurodivergent and work with many clients who feel “different” or exhausted by systems not built for them. Therapy with me is mindful, respectful, and led by your pace. Every part of you is welcome here.
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Nicola McGhee
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, my name is Nicola. I am a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor, registered with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. I offer counselling in a private, comfortable, relaxed space in a peaceful countryside setting where I extend genuine, non-judgemental, confidential counselling, working with you on a one to one basis. Through listening and supporting you, we will work together to explore and understand your difficult circumstances, worries and concerns to move towards a fresh perspective.
Hello, my name is Nicola. I am a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor, registered with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. I offer counselling in a private, comfortable, relaxed space in a peaceful countryside setting where I extend genuine, non-judgemental, confidential counselling, working with you on a one to one basis. Through listening and supporting you, we will work together to explore and understand your difficult circumstances, worries and concerns to move towards a fresh perspective.
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Jenny Wilson
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
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Deirdre Martin
Psychotherapist, SNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Hello, I'm Deirdre, a professional, experienced, friendly and down-to-earth therapist in Newtownabbey Belfast. I help people to manage difficulties they are experiencing and to bring about change in a warm, compassionate and safe way without judgement. Do you need help with very treatable issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma/PTSD, bereavement or loss, emotional or sexual abuse, childhood or workplace bullying, childhood/family issues or anger? Perhaps you want to stop people pleasing or to understand the causes of your unhappiness? Do you want more time to yourself but never seem to manage to get it?
Hello, I'm Deirdre, a professional, experienced, friendly and down-to-earth therapist in Newtownabbey Belfast. I help people to manage difficulties they are experiencing and to bring about change in a warm, compassionate and safe way without judgement. Do you need help with very treatable issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma/PTSD, bereavement or loss, emotional or sexual abuse, childhood or workplace bullying, childhood/family issues or anger? Perhaps you want to stop people pleasing or to understand the causes of your unhappiness? Do you want more time to yourself but never seem to manage to get it?
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Karen Kernohan
Counsellor, MBACP
Ballymena BT42
If you're at the first stages of looking for some help and support around your mental health and wellbeing - well done for making it to this page! Through counselling I will help you explore your thoughts feelings and behaviours, so you can get a better understanding of yourself and those around you. I will help you find your own solutions to many issues ranging from anxiety and overwhelm to depression and low mood, whether that’s making effective changes in your life or finding ways of coping with problems or issues that are coming up for you.
If you're at the first stages of looking for some help and support around your mental health and wellbeing - well done for making it to this page! Through counselling I will help you explore your thoughts feelings and behaviours, so you can get a better understanding of yourself and those around you. I will help you find your own solutions to many issues ranging from anxiety and overwhelm to depression and low mood, whether that’s making effective changes in your life or finding ways of coping with problems or issues that are coming up for you.
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Elaine McIntyre
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Banbridge BT32
Waitlist for new clients
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
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Female Counsellors

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.