Divorce Counselling in Newtownards

Pamela Kirkpatrick
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Life can suddenly change and leave us feeling lost and alone without a clear path to move forward, whether this is how you feel about yourself or your child I may have the skills to help you find your direction or help clear your way to move forward and reach your full potential. I have spent years working in the mental health sector and understand how difficult it is to reach out, I have worked with issues such as self esteem, anxiety, self harm, abuse, addiction and traumatic childhood experiences and coping strategies. Whether you are looking support for yourself or your child I offer a free phone consultation before therapy
Life can suddenly change and leave us feeling lost and alone without a clear path to move forward, whether this is how you feel about yourself or your child I may have the skills to help you find your direction or help clear your way to move forward and reach your full potential. I have spent years working in the mental health sector and understand how difficult it is to reach out, I have worked with issues such as self esteem, anxiety, self harm, abuse, addiction and traumatic childhood experiences and coping strategies. Whether you are looking support for yourself or your child I offer a free phone consultation before therapy
028 2133 0523 View 028 2133 0523
Gayle Vance Counsellor & Supervisor
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
When life feels overwhelming, confusing or heavy, you don’t have to face it alone. I’m Gayle, a BACP Accredited Integrative Counsellor and Supervisor. I offer a calm, confidential space where you can slow down, feel understood, and make sense of what’s happening inside you. My approach is trauma‑informed and relational. I pay close attention to how your past experiences — including stress, loss and attachment wounds — shape the way you think, feel and cope today. Together, we explore these patterns with compassion and curiosity, at a pace that feels safe for you.
When life feels overwhelming, confusing or heavy, you don’t have to face it alone. I’m Gayle, a BACP Accredited Integrative Counsellor and Supervisor. I offer a calm, confidential space where you can slow down, feel understood, and make sense of what’s happening inside you. My approach is trauma‑informed and relational. I pay close attention to how your past experiences — including stress, loss and attachment wounds — shape the way you think, feel and cope today. Together, we explore these patterns with compassion and curiosity, at a pace that feels safe for you.
07723 546301 View 07723 546301
Aine Gannon
Psychologist, MA, CPsychol
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
028 3829 8071 View 028 3829 8071
Clarity Counselling Holywood
Psychotherapist, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
My approach to counselling is tailored to you depending on your needs . The core of our work together is based on a safe, trusting, non judgemental space where we can get an understanding of how it is for you in your world and from there help you find a way to progess. I have been taught at Post Graduate level by expert tutors in their counselling approach, Person Centred, Psychodynamic and CBT. This has equipped me with my unique integrative style of working with my clients. As an integrative therapist working in private practice I am an accredited member of the National Counselling Society.
My approach to counselling is tailored to you depending on your needs . The core of our work together is based on a safe, trusting, non judgemental space where we can get an understanding of how it is for you in your world and from there help you find a way to progess. I have been taught at Post Graduate level by expert tutors in their counselling approach, Person Centred, Psychodynamic and CBT. This has equipped me with my unique integrative style of working with my clients. As an integrative therapist working in private practice I am an accredited member of the National Counselling Society.
028 9694 3079 View 028 9694 3079
RS Counselling
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Online only
Online only
028 9692 8140 View 028 9692 8140
Victoria Gregg
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
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.
028 9694 3083 View 028 9694 3083
Jonathan Cunningham
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I’m Jonathan, and I specialise in supporting people with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bereavement and loss, addiction, and trauma. I believe in the power of a genuine, supportive connection, somewhere you can speak openly and begin to understand yourself more deeply. My approach is integrative and rooted in person-centred values, helping you make sense of your experiences and build resilience. Together, we’ll explore what’s going on for you at your own pace, focusing on your strengths and what feels possible moving forward.
I’m Jonathan, and I specialise in supporting people with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bereavement and loss, addiction, and trauma. I believe in the power of a genuine, supportive connection, somewhere you can speak openly and begin to understand yourself more deeply. My approach is integrative and rooted in person-centred values, helping you make sense of your experiences and build resilience. Together, we’ll explore what’s going on for you at your own pace, focusing on your strengths and what feels possible moving forward.
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Robert Skates Counseling & Clinical Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Thanks for viewing my profile. I work as an integrative counsellor, that means I can offer person-centered, humanistic, CBT and psychodynamic techniques depending on the client need. I offer an initial telephone assessment, then we agree a plan of work for the presenting issue. I work to a high standard. My practice is accredited by the British Association of Counsellors & Psychotherapists and also by the National Counselling and Psychotherapists Society. I work with both adults and young people (11-18 yrs). My practice is confidential and non-judgemental. I'm also qualified to offer clinical supervision at £60 per 90 minute session
Thanks for viewing my profile. I work as an integrative counsellor, that means I can offer person-centered, humanistic, CBT and psychodynamic techniques depending on the client need. I offer an initial telephone assessment, then we agree a plan of work for the presenting issue. I work to a high standard. My practice is accredited by the British Association of Counsellors & Psychotherapists and also by the National Counselling and Psychotherapists Society. I work with both adults and young people (11-18 yrs). My practice is confidential and non-judgemental. I'm also qualified to offer clinical supervision at £60 per 90 minute session
028 9694 3957 View 028 9694 3957
Rebecca Montgomery
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
On the outside you may look like you're coping, but inside you feel overwhelmed, anxious or burnt out. I work with high-functioning individuals struggling with pressure, perfectionism and the constant need to keep going. Having worked in the demanding music industry myself, I understand the burnout, anxiety and self-doubt that can come with high-performance environments. If you feel like you're holding everything together while struggling behind the scenes, you're not alone. I currently have limited availability for new clients on Mondays and Wednesdays (online and in person).
On the outside you may look like you're coping, but inside you feel overwhelmed, anxious or burnt out. I work with high-functioning individuals struggling with pressure, perfectionism and the constant need to keep going. Having worked in the demanding music industry myself, I understand the burnout, anxiety and self-doubt that can come with high-performance environments. If you feel like you're holding everything together while struggling behind the scenes, you're not alone. I currently have limited availability for new clients on Mondays and Wednesdays (online and in person).
028 9694 3398 View 028 9694 3398
Robert Prentice
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Life can be stressful and busy and at times we can lose focus on ourselves and what is important. I work with Children, Young people and adults of all ages. I offer a confidential and safe space to discuss and support working through your concerns. I use a person-centred approach to support my clients to look at the areas of their lives they choose to. I offer guidance and insight where needed to help my clients navigate these difficult times.
Life can be stressful and busy and at times we can lose focus on ourselves and what is important. I work with Children, Young people and adults of all ages. I offer a confidential and safe space to discuss and support working through your concerns. I use a person-centred approach to support my clients to look at the areas of their lives they choose to. I offer guidance and insight where needed to help my clients navigate these difficult times.
028 9694 3536 View 028 9694 3536
Rosa Stevens - Counselling Supervisor
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Hi there, thanks for checking out Reset Life Coaching! Ever felt like you’re just running in place or stuck at a crossroads? I’ve been there, and I know that feeling is a quiet signal that something needs to shift. My purpose is to help you listen to that signal and find your unique way forward. My approach blends the healing work of counselling with the action-oriented goals of life coaching. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back and build a clear, collaborative plan to help you move toward where you want to be. Based in Holywood, I offer compassionate, in-person sessions, and for those further afield, flexible online
Hi there, thanks for checking out Reset Life Coaching! Ever felt like you’re just running in place or stuck at a crossroads? I’ve been there, and I know that feeling is a quiet signal that something needs to shift. My purpose is to help you listen to that signal and find your unique way forward. My approach blends the healing work of counselling with the action-oriented goals of life coaching. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back and build a clear, collaborative plan to help you move toward where you want to be. Based in Holywood, I offer compassionate, in-person sessions, and for those further afield, flexible online
028 9692 8101 View 028 9692 8101

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Elaine Close
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
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.
028 9124 1741 View 028 9124 1741
Michael Walton
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Belfast BT6
If you are in the process of considering counselling/psychotherapy then finding the right therapist is the most important decision to make. Research shows positive therapeutic outcomes are based on the relationship between therapist and client. A good way of assessing if we can work well together is attending a free of charge session; no commitment beyond this, to see if I can help you to identify further what your needs are.
If you are in the process of considering counselling/psychotherapy then finding the right therapist is the most important decision to make. Research shows positive therapeutic outcomes are based on the relationship between therapist and client. A good way of assessing if we can work well together is attending a free of charge session; no commitment beyond this, to see if I can help you to identify further what your needs are.
028 8944 9964 View 028 8944 9964
John McRandal
Counsellor, BACP
Larne BT40
I have been working in support of mental health for the past five years, having experience in addressing issues such as trauma, stress, burnout, addictive processes, intrusive thoughts, anxiety, depression, relational issues, grief, carer fatigue, health-related anxiety and sexual abuse. I know it can be extremely difficult in taking the first step on your journey of healing and I am committed to working with you respectfully. I work effectively with both both adults and young people.
I have been working in support of mental health for the past five years, having experience in addressing issues such as trauma, stress, burnout, addictive processes, intrusive thoughts, anxiety, depression, relational issues, grief, carer fatigue, health-related anxiety and sexual abuse. I know it can be extremely difficult in taking the first step on your journey of healing and I am committed to working with you respectfully. I work effectively with both both adults and young people.
028 9057 1559 View 028 9057 1559
Szilvia Kovács
Psychologist, DCounsPsych
Online Only
I am an Online Counselling Psychologist providing therapy for women and internationally living clients. With over 30 years of experience in mental health and more than 15 years of online therapeutic practice, I offer confidential online counselling and psychotherapy in English and Hungarian. My work focuses particularly on supporting women and clients living abroad who are navigating anxiety, life transitions, cultural adjustment, relationship challenges, burnout, and identity questions connected to international life.
I am an Online Counselling Psychologist providing therapy for women and internationally living clients. With over 30 years of experience in mental health and more than 15 years of online therapeutic practice, I offer confidential online counselling and psychotherapy in English and Hungarian. My work focuses particularly on supporting women and clients living abroad who are navigating anxiety, life transitions, cultural adjustment, relationship challenges, burnout, and identity questions connected to international life.
01443 801563 View 01443 801563
Room Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Holywood BT18
Do you feel depressed, overwhelmed, anxious or stuck regarding how things change? I love working with people and offering space, expertise and empathy to find clarity in a moment when everything seems out of control or overwhelming. At your pace, we explore how you currently feel and begin to understand and make sense of your current experience. With knowledge of your past & in becoming aware of how current thoughts, emotions and behaviour interact and how difficulties are maintained, we'll uncover what needs to change. I then hope to empower and give you the confidence and method to make these changes.
Do you feel depressed, overwhelmed, anxious or stuck regarding how things change? I love working with people and offering space, expertise and empathy to find clarity in a moment when everything seems out of control or overwhelming. At your pace, we explore how you currently feel and begin to understand and make sense of your current experience. With knowledge of your past & in becoming aware of how current thoughts, emotions and behaviour interact and how difficulties are maintained, we'll uncover what needs to change. I then hope to empower and give you the confidence and method to make these changes.
028 9124 8254 View 028 9124 8254
Sheila Burchell
Psychologist, MA, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Life can feel really difficult at times. Perhaps you have experienced events in the past that are still having a big impact on the quality of your life now? Or are you facing a major life challenge such as bereavement, loss, ill health, relationship issues etc?
Life can feel really difficult at times. Perhaps you have experienced events in the past that are still having a big impact on the quality of your life now? Or are you facing a major life challenge such as bereavement, loss, ill health, relationship issues etc?
028 9124 1444 View 028 9124 1444
Mardi Kennedy
Psychotherapist, COSRT General
Online Only
Mardi is a qualified and Registered Psychosexual & Relationship Therapist specialising in individuals and couples+ experiencing low or no desire, fear of intimacy or sexually avoidant, sexual function issues, performance anxiety, menopause, relationship issues, mismatched desire, infidelity and much more. Mardi is LGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent friendly and will work with you at your own pace. She also specialises in working with clients with Body Dysmorphic Disorder.
Mardi is a qualified and Registered Psychosexual & Relationship Therapist specialising in individuals and couples+ experiencing low or no desire, fear of intimacy or sexually avoidant, sexual function issues, performance anxiety, menopause, relationship issues, mismatched desire, infidelity and much more. Mardi is LGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent friendly and will work with you at your own pace. She also specialises in working with clients with Body Dysmorphic Disorder.
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Georgina McKavanagh
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
If you’ve spent most of your life holding it together for everyone else, it can be hard to know what you actually need. I work with thoughtful, high-functioning women who feel overwhelmed, stuck in relationship patterns, or disconnected from themselves. Together we explore where these patterns began and how to start changing them.
If you’ve spent most of your life holding it together for everyone else, it can be hard to know what you actually need. I work with thoughtful, high-functioning women who feel overwhelmed, stuck in relationship patterns, or disconnected from themselves. Together we explore where these patterns began and how to start changing them.
01942 925808 View 01942 925808
Denise McCann Counselling NI
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Belfast BT4
Are you struggling to cope with a significant event or change in your life? Sometimes trying to navigate through life alone can be confusing, and speaking to friends and family can often be too difficult. Talking to a neutral counsellor can provide you with the support you need. I have worked as a counsellor with Cruse Bereavement, helped navigate suicidal ideation in Pips, and completed Relate training to help with relationship difficulties and better understanding of emotions and old relational patterns. I am an integrative therapist and a member of BACP.
Are you struggling to cope with a significant event or change in your life? Sometimes trying to navigate through life alone can be confusing, and speaking to friends and family can often be too difficult. Talking to a neutral counsellor can provide you with the support you need. I have worked as a counsellor with Cruse Bereavement, helped navigate suicidal ideation in Pips, and completed Relate training to help with relationship difficulties and better understanding of emotions and old relational patterns. I am an integrative therapist and a member of BACP.
028 9124 4236 View 028 9124 4236
Divorce Counsellors
How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?
Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.

What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?
There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioural, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioural therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.

When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?
When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.

How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.