Female Counselling in Carryduff
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.
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.
Working as both a counsellor and clinical supervisor, I recognise that adults, children and adolescents all need a space to explore and express their experiences, and for some this tends to be more difficult as they struggle to understand what they're feeling, never mind find the words to describe them to someone. People often find that when they voice their experiences, feelings, and worries, and confide in a professional who can offer support and help them make sense of these, they feel heard, understood, and often a little lighter from sharing the weight of these. I aim to help my clients to feel that little bit lighter.
Working as both a counsellor and clinical supervisor, I recognise that adults, children and adolescents all need a space to explore and express their experiences, and for some this tends to be more difficult as they struggle to understand what they're feeling, never mind find the words to describe them to someone. People often find that when they voice their experiences, feelings, and worries, and confide in a professional who can offer support and help them make sense of these, they feel heard, understood, and often a little lighter from sharing the weight of these. I aim to help my clients to feel that little bit lighter.
Are the things that are hard in life at the moment getting in the way of the life you want to live? Are your usual ways of coping with difficulties no longer working for you?
Are you ready to explore your feelings and why you act and react in certain ways?
It can be hard to know if it is the 'right' time to begin therapy especially if you are new to this type of support, but if you answered yes to these questions it could be time to think about support through therapy. Together we can find a way to help you or your loved ones through what is difficult right now. Change is hard, but you don't have to do it alone.
Are the things that are hard in life at the moment getting in the way of the life you want to live? Are your usual ways of coping with difficulties no longer working for you?
Are you ready to explore your feelings and why you act and react in certain ways?
It can be hard to know if it is the 'right' time to begin therapy especially if you are new to this type of support, but if you answered yes to these questions it could be time to think about support through therapy. Together we can find a way to help you or your loved ones through what is difficult right now. Change is hard, but you don't have to do it alone.
You may feel trapped in anxious thoughts, exhausted from masking, or struggling to find balance in a world that feels overwhelming. Perhaps self-doubt holds you back, or the pressure to ‘hold it together’ makes life feel harder than it should. You want relief, clarity, and confidence—a way forward that feels true to you. I’m Caitriona, a therapist who truly understands these challenges. In a compassionate, judgement-free space, we’ll untangle the worries, ease the overwhelm, and build practical strategies to help you regain control and create a life that feels more peaceful and fulfilling.
You may feel trapped in anxious thoughts, exhausted from masking, or struggling to find balance in a world that feels overwhelming. Perhaps self-doubt holds you back, or the pressure to ‘hold it together’ makes life feel harder than it should. You want relief, clarity, and confidence—a way forward that feels true to you. I’m Caitriona, a therapist who truly understands these challenges. In a compassionate, judgement-free space, we’ll untangle the worries, ease the overwhelm, and build practical strategies to help you regain control and create a life that feels more peaceful and fulfilling.
Hello, thank you for reading. I am Vanessa and I am a person-centred, psycho-dynamic counsellor working with both short and long-term clients. We all experience difficulties in life and sometimes we need a bit of help from a trusted person outside of friends and family. Whether you are experiencing anxiety or depression or feeling a loss of purpose we can explore your challenges together. I work with adult survivors of childhood trauma, often described as adverse childhood experiences. I am also hearing-impairment aware. Hearing loss can come with feelings of shame and isolation – and can significantly impact our ability to connect.
Hello, thank you for reading. I am Vanessa and I am a person-centred, psycho-dynamic counsellor working with both short and long-term clients. We all experience difficulties in life and sometimes we need a bit of help from a trusted person outside of friends and family. Whether you are experiencing anxiety or depression or feeling a loss of purpose we can explore your challenges together. I work with adult survivors of childhood trauma, often described as adverse childhood experiences. I am also hearing-impairment aware. Hearing loss can come with feelings of shame and isolation – and can significantly impact our ability to connect.
Experienced Counsellor and Mother-Daughter Coach, primarily offering a range of therapies to teens, young adults and students who may be struggling with exam stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, sexuality, identity and the many other issues commonly faced by these age groups. I have gained substantial experience helping young people with their problems across the schools counselling service in Primary, Post Primary and Special Education. I also work with adults on a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, addiction, relationships, lonelienss and grief within the Community, Voluntary Sector and Private Practice.
Experienced Counsellor and Mother-Daughter Coach, primarily offering a range of therapies to teens, young adults and students who may be struggling with exam stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, sexuality, identity and the many other issues commonly faced by these age groups. I have gained substantial experience helping young people with their problems across the schools counselling service in Primary, Post Primary and Special Education. I also work with adults on a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, addiction, relationships, lonelienss and grief within the Community, Voluntary Sector and Private Practice.
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Hello and welcome to my profile. I combine psycho-educational, psychodynamic, dialectical- and cognitive-behavioural, humanistic, sleep and somatic tools, to tailor treatment to your needs. I help clients feel safe in session to identify their triggers and process their stories underneath. When we get things well managed, more felt-safety in the brain and body, and more constructive coping strategies introduced, clients who work with me have increased self-awareness, self-esteem and self-care practices, as well as improved psychological, physical and social health and wellbeing.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I combine psycho-educational, psychodynamic, dialectical- and cognitive-behavioural, humanistic, sleep and somatic tools, to tailor treatment to your needs. I help clients feel safe in session to identify their triggers and process their stories underneath. When we get things well managed, more felt-safety in the brain and body, and more constructive coping strategies introduced, clients who work with me have increased self-awareness, self-esteem and self-care practices, as well as improved psychological, physical and social health and wellbeing.
I am an qualified Integrative Therapist and registered member of BACP. I am a dedicated practitioner who provides a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space for my clients to explore what is happening for them and to understand themselves better. I work to the individual needs of each of my clients using a range of different theories, basing my work around compassion, confidentiality, empowerment and respect. I bring to my sessions a belief that you have the power to change and resolve difficulties and move forward.
I am an qualified Integrative Therapist and registered member of BACP. I am a dedicated practitioner who provides a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space for my clients to explore what is happening for them and to understand themselves better. I work to the individual needs of each of my clients using a range of different theories, basing my work around compassion, confidentiality, empowerment and respect. I bring to my sessions a belief that you have the power to change and resolve difficulties and move forward.
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.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I have been a practicing counsellor since 2008. With the experience that I have gained and a deepening knowledge of theory, I believe that I can make a difference to the lives of others. I became interested in the benefits of counselling as a result of my work with children and my own personal struggles. Intrigued and fascinated by the subject, I qualified as an Integrative counsellor in 2010. I have since gained many further qualifications in how to help people with a range of issues and challenges they can face. Change and development in life is always what I hope we can achieve together.
Thank you for viewing my profile. I have been a practicing counsellor since 2008. With the experience that I have gained and a deepening knowledge of theory, I believe that I can make a difference to the lives of others. I became interested in the benefits of counselling as a result of my work with children and my own personal struggles. Intrigued and fascinated by the subject, I qualified as an Integrative counsellor in 2010. I have since gained many further qualifications in how to help people with a range of issues and challenges they can face. Change and development in life is always what I hope we can achieve together.
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.
A fully registered member of BACP, I use an integrated approach in my client work. Using a person-centered, psychodynamic and humanistic style to keep the client at the centre of all my work, I hope to create a safe space where my clients can feel at ease to work through whatever they need to at their own pace. I am also a fully qualified EFT practitioner (Emotional Freedom Technique, also known as 'tapping') and am able to offer this technique in my client work, along with mindfulness and meditation. Sometimes we need to access more tools, helping my clients find the best fit for them can create lasting change.
A fully registered member of BACP, I use an integrated approach in my client work. Using a person-centered, psychodynamic and humanistic style to keep the client at the centre of all my work, I hope to create a safe space where my clients can feel at ease to work through whatever they need to at their own pace. I am also a fully qualified EFT practitioner (Emotional Freedom Technique, also known as 'tapping') and am able to offer this technique in my client work, along with mindfulness and meditation. Sometimes we need to access more tools, helping my clients find the best fit for them can create lasting change.
I have extensive experience working with adolescents, adults and older adults in both the public and private sector of mental health and well-being across Northern Ireland, Ireland and England. I work with clients with a range of mild to severe mental health and well-being problems from Depression, Anxiety to PTSD, whilst specialising in Health Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
I have extensive experience working with adolescents, adults and older adults in both the public and private sector of mental health and well-being across Northern Ireland, Ireland and England. I work with clients with a range of mild to severe mental health and well-being problems from Depression, Anxiety to PTSD, whilst specialising in Health Anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
Healing from trauma takes courage, and you don’t have to walk that path alone. My approach is centered on creating a safe, compassionate space for you to talk about and process what happened to you and where your voice matters. Together, we’ll work to rebuild trust, restore a sense of safety, and rediscover the strengths you already carry within you. I believe in your capacity to heal, grow, and thrive—and I’m here to support you every step of the way.
Healing from trauma takes courage, and you don’t have to walk that path alone. My approach is centered on creating a safe, compassionate space for you to talk about and process what happened to you and where your voice matters. Together, we’ll work to rebuild trust, restore a sense of safety, and rediscover the strengths you already carry within you. I believe in your capacity to heal, grow, and thrive—and I’m here to support you every step of the way.
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.
Life is tough for everyone at the moment. Everything seems so stressful and difficult and you wonder why you don't seem to cope when everyone else does. You can't make sense of what is happening either with you or your relationship. You may be anxious or fearful for the future and really fed up feeling the way you do and never getting beyond it? Would you like help to understand why you feel this way, to take back control of your thoughts and feelings and your relationships? Reach out to me and between us we can understand and work through these issues.
Life is tough for everyone at the moment. Everything seems so stressful and difficult and you wonder why you don't seem to cope when everyone else does. You can't make sense of what is happening either with you or your relationship. You may be anxious or fearful for the future and really fed up feeling the way you do and never getting beyond it? Would you like help to understand why you feel this way, to take back control of your thoughts and feelings and your relationships? Reach out to me and between us we can understand and work through these issues.
I have been counselling children and adults since 2006, tailoring sessions to individual's requirements. I integrate various methods including CBT, person-centred therapy, therapeutic art therapeutic play, and creative techniques to provide personalised support for individuals from age 3 and up. I specialise in working with people who are neuro-divergent, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all my clients. I am an accredited member of BACP (British Accreditation for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and a RNIB accredited sight loss counsellor.
I have been counselling children and adults since 2006, tailoring sessions to individual's requirements. I integrate various methods including CBT, person-centred therapy, therapeutic art therapeutic play, and creative techniques to provide personalised support for individuals from age 3 and up. I specialise in working with people who are neuro-divergent, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all my clients. I am an accredited member of BACP (British Accreditation for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and a RNIB accredited sight loss counsellor.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and reaching out for support is a courageous step. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, or simply trying to make sense of your feelings, know that you don’t have to face it alone.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and reaching out for support is a courageous step. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, or simply trying to make sense of your feelings, know that you don’t have to face it alone.
Hello Positivity, led by Jemma—a qualified Solution-Focused Hypnotherapist (Dip) offers tailored hypnotherapy for adults (all genders) and children 12-18. With over five years of mental health experience, I help you build confidence, reduce stress, anxiety, and improve sleep, relaxation, resilience, and overall mental wellbeing.
Alongside one-to-one hypnotherapy sessions, I deliver psycho-education workshops focused on stress relief, anxiety support, personal growth, mindfulness, and practical tools for lasting positive change.
Let’s work together to help you feel confident, in control, and positive about your future.
Hello Positivity, led by Jemma—a qualified Solution-Focused Hypnotherapist (Dip) offers tailored hypnotherapy for adults (all genders) and children 12-18. With over five years of mental health experience, I help you build confidence, reduce stress, anxiety, and improve sleep, relaxation, resilience, and overall mental wellbeing.
Alongside one-to-one hypnotherapy sessions, I deliver psycho-education workshops focused on stress relief, anxiety support, personal growth, mindfulness, and practical tools for lasting positive change.
Let’s work together to help you feel confident, in control, and positive about your future.
As we are all unique, I offer an integrative counselling approach to meet individual client needs and can offer flexible sessions. I have gained a wealth of experience working with diverse clients across the UK and Ireland and have a special interest in bereavement, ADHD and in trauma and promoting post-traumatic growth.
I believe a strong, therapeutic relationship with my clients is key, as is providing a safe, supportive and nurturing environment to facilitate change and growth.
As we are all unique, I offer an integrative counselling approach to meet individual client needs and can offer flexible sessions. I have gained a wealth of experience working with diverse clients across the UK and Ireland and have a special interest in bereavement, ADHD and in trauma and promoting post-traumatic growth.
I believe a strong, therapeutic relationship with my clients is key, as is providing a safe, supportive and nurturing environment to facilitate change and growth.
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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.