Female Counselling in Glengormley

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Sinead Corey Play Therapy
Counsellor, MA, PTUK Accred
Serves Area
Hello my name is Sinead and I am an Accredited Play Therapist and Registered SandStory Therapist. I have twenty-seven 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-seven 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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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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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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Appreciating You Counselling and Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You may be ambitious, creative, or in a leadership role yet feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, trauma, burnout, addictions, low self-esteem, or relationship issues. You might feel pressure to hold it all together while battling self-doubt or disconnection. Your goal is often to find balance, regain confidence, and build healthier relationships with yourself and others. You want to feel calmer, more grounded, and able to step beyond your comfort zone with clarity and courage, without the weight of overwhelm holding you back.
You may be ambitious, creative, or in a leadership role yet feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck. Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, trauma, burnout, addictions, low self-esteem, or relationship issues. You might feel pressure to hold it all together while battling self-doubt or disconnection. Your goal is often to find balance, regain confidence, and build healthier relationships with yourself and others. You want to feel calmer, more grounded, and able to step beyond your comfort zone with clarity and courage, without the weight of overwhelm holding you back.
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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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Frances Lindsay
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
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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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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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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Gillian Baird
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am an integrative counsellor working with both adolescents and adults. I draw from different theories of counselling as this allows me to tailor the therapy to best meet the needs of my clients.
I am an integrative counsellor working with both adolescents and adults. I draw from different theories of counselling as this allows me to tailor the therapy to best meet the needs of my clients.
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Julie Quaile
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Lisburn BT28
First well done in taking the brave first steps in reaching out. Making that first step is always the hardest. Allow me tell you a bit about me. I have been qualified as a counsellor for the past 17 years. I have a broad range of experience, which includes working in the charity and the NHS. I work in a way that is adaptable to the client. I am an integrative counsellor with a strong person centred foundation. I have spent over 10 years working within the post primary school sectors and the special schools. I have experience in working with a wide range of issues from depression to suicide with both adults and children.
First well done in taking the brave first steps in reaching out. Making that first step is always the hardest. Allow me tell you a bit about me. I have been qualified as a counsellor for the past 17 years. I have a broad range of experience, which includes working in the charity and the NHS. I work in a way that is adaptable to the client. I am an integrative counsellor with a strong person centred foundation. I have spent over 10 years working within the post primary school sectors and the special schools. I have experience in working with a wide range of issues from depression to suicide with both adults and children.
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Elaine Close
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Belfast BT4
Life can be tough sometimes. But I fully believe that each and every one of us is equipped to overcome adversity and challenges, and I am passionate about helping my clients discover and develop their innate tools to bring about healing and growth.
Life can be tough sometimes. But I fully believe that each and every one of us is equipped to overcome adversity and challenges, and I am passionate about helping my clients discover and develop their innate tools to bring about healing and growth.
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Samantha D Locke
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Lisburn BT28
Samantha, Founder and Clinical Director of YoungMinded Clinical Solutions is here to support those navigating the intricate transitions that define adolescence and adulthood—a teen confronting academic pressures, a young adult wrestling with independent identity or the uncertainty of life changes, or a family/couple seeking to rebuild trust and communication. Someone may be facing hurdles such as anxiety, depression, or self-doubt, or confront behavioural issues and patterns tied to relationships or addiction. She and her team help clients that seeking stability, resilience, better relationships, and renewed self-worth.
Samantha, Founder and Clinical Director of YoungMinded Clinical Solutions is here to support those navigating the intricate transitions that define adolescence and adulthood—a teen confronting academic pressures, a young adult wrestling with independent identity or the uncertainty of life changes, or a family/couple seeking to rebuild trust and communication. Someone may be facing hurdles such as anxiety, depression, or self-doubt, or confront behavioural issues and patterns tied to relationships or addiction. She and her team help clients that seeking stability, resilience, better relationships, and renewed self-worth.
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Steph McGall
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Antrim BT41
Hello and welcome to my profile. I'm an integrative counsellor and have experience working with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, grief, life transitions, low self-esteem and relationship problems. Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed and struggling to cope, or maybe you just need someone to talk to who can help you process some things. I understand how difficult it can be to take that first step towards counselling, but I can speak personally of the benefits counselling has had in working through some difficult seasons in my own life and how empowering it can be to feel truly heard and understood.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I'm an integrative counsellor and have experience working with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, grief, life transitions, low self-esteem and relationship problems. Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed and struggling to cope, or maybe you just need someone to talk to who can help you process some things. I understand how difficult it can be to take that first step towards counselling, but I can speak personally of the benefits counselling has had in working through some difficult seasons in my own life and how empowering it can be to feel truly heard and understood.
028 9602 1084 View 028 9602 1084
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Trisha Magennis
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Craigavon BT63
Clients are looking for practical ways to help them deal with problems in a more positive way by breaking them down into smaller parts. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a therapy that can help them manage their problems by changing the way they feel, think and act and can be used to treat a broad range of presenting problems, including difficulties with mood, anxiety, eating, interpersonal relationships, anger management, emotion regulation, and psychosis. It can also help with other conditions including: sleep problems, IBS. Potential clients will be struggling in the workplace, with relationships and/ or with mental health.
Clients are looking for practical ways to help them deal with problems in a more positive way by breaking them down into smaller parts. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a therapy that can help them manage their problems by changing the way they feel, think and act and can be used to treat a broad range of presenting problems, including difficulties with mood, anxiety, eating, interpersonal relationships, anger management, emotion regulation, and psychosis. It can also help with other conditions including: sleep problems, IBS. Potential clients will be struggling in the workplace, with relationships and/ or with mental health.
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Caroline Armstrong
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Craigavon BT66
In the process of counselling,we will engage in a form of talking therapy. As a counsellor,I am fully committed to offering a confidential service,with a strong focus on you and your needs. Through training and experience, I have gained knowledge and skills in working with: anxiety, depression,panic disorder, social anxiety, bereavement,anger, relationship issues, miscarriage, PTSD, OCD, eating disorders,sleep problems, Christian counseling.
In the process of counselling,we will engage in a form of talking therapy. As a counsellor,I am fully committed to offering a confidential service,with a strong focus on you and your needs. Through training and experience, I have gained knowledge and skills in working with: anxiety, depression,panic disorder, social anxiety, bereavement,anger, relationship issues, miscarriage, PTSD, OCD, eating disorders,sleep problems, Christian counseling.
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Counselling with Krissy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Lisburn BT28
Is stress or anxiety holding you back, making you irritable and stopping you from being the person you want to be? Are thoughts about the past or concerns about the future overwhelming you? Is life getting on top of you or you're feeling low? I can work with you to help cope with the demands of work and home life, process the painful past so that you can focus on enjoying the present, build your self-esteem, be less short-tempered and equip you with tools that you can use now and in the future.
Is stress or anxiety holding you back, making you irritable and stopping you from being the person you want to be? Are thoughts about the past or concerns about the future overwhelming you? Is life getting on top of you or you're feeling low? I can work with you to help cope with the demands of work and home life, process the painful past so that you can focus on enjoying the present, build your self-esteem, be less short-tempered and equip you with tools that you can use now and in the future.
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Rita Hashemipour
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Belfast BT9
Do you feel like you are stuck at a cross roads and not sure which way to turn? Are you feeling overwhelmed with life’s challenges, feeling anxious, depressed or trapped in an impossible situation? Maybe you are struggling with an addiction or need to talk about something that is bothering you to someone who doesn’t have an agenda. We all experience struggles at times and these can be distressing or get in the way of our everyday lives. No matter what the issue is, counselling can help shed new light on problems and help you understand your feelings with a view to gaining new insights and developing better ways of coping.
Do you feel like you are stuck at a cross roads and not sure which way to turn? Are you feeling overwhelmed with life’s challenges, feeling anxious, depressed or trapped in an impossible situation? Maybe you are struggling with an addiction or need to talk about something that is bothering you to someone who doesn’t have an agenda. We all experience struggles at times and these can be distressing or get in the way of our everyday lives. No matter what the issue is, counselling can help shed new light on problems and help you understand your feelings with a view to gaining new insights and developing better ways of coping.
028 9124 4013 View 028 9124 4013
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Julie Crory / Restore Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Banbridge BT32
Hi my name is Julie. Thank you for visiting my profile. Welcome to Restore Counselling. I am an Integrative Counsellor who offers a safe and non judgemental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. I tailor my approach to meet your specific needs and help you navigate changes in your life. I offer one-to-one in my private practice based in Banbridge.
Hi my name is Julie. Thank you for visiting my profile. Welcome to Restore Counselling. I am an Integrative Counsellor who offers a safe and non judgemental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. I tailor my approach to meet your specific needs and help you navigate changes in your life. I offer one-to-one in my private practice based in Banbridge.
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Roisin McKernan
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I have a wealth of experience in working with both adults and post primary school children/adolescents. I work with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma (including issues from childhood), bereavement, low self esteem, relationship issues and others. My role is to truly listen without judgment and with empathy and understanding. My priority is to build a trusting relationship with you to allow you to you feel relaxed and safe, in a place where you can explore your issues at your own pace. Everyone has the ability within themselves to find a sense of well-being, and with my support and expertise you can do that.
I have a wealth of experience in working with both adults and post primary school children/adolescents. I work with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma (including issues from childhood), bereavement, low self esteem, relationship issues and others. My role is to truly listen without judgment and with empathy and understanding. My priority is to build a trusting relationship with you to allow you to you feel relaxed and safe, in a place where you can explore your issues at your own pace. Everyone has the ability within themselves to find a sense of well-being, and with my support and expertise you can do that.
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Nicola McGhee
Counsellor, MBACP
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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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.