Counselling in PL13
Have things come to a point in your life where it just feels really difficult to carry on? Do you find that you are anxious, worrying over the future, questioning your neurodiversity? Do your thoughts drift repeatedly into the past, perhaps returning you to trauma or disappointment? Would you really like to be listened to with care and attention? Perhaps it is not advise that you need, just the opportunity to share what you’re going through, and find ways to feel better, more resilient and more able to cope. Perhaps you just want to feel more contented and at peace.
Have things come to a point in your life where it just feels really difficult to carry on? Do you find that you are anxious, worrying over the future, questioning your neurodiversity? Do your thoughts drift repeatedly into the past, perhaps returning you to trauma or disappointment? Would you really like to be listened to with care and attention? Perhaps it is not advise that you need, just the opportunity to share what you’re going through, and find ways to feel better, more resilient and more able to cope. Perhaps you just want to feel more contented and at peace.
You may be feeling stuck in familiar emotional patterns, despite having insight into yourself. Perhaps you appear to cope on the outside, but inside feel anxious, unsure of who you are, or weighed down by past experiences or relationships. You might struggle with self-esteem, people-pleasing, or a sense of disconnection, and want to understand yourself more deeply. Rather than being told what to do, you are looking for a space to reflect, feel understood, and move towards a life that feels more authentic and meaningful.
You may be feeling stuck in familiar emotional patterns, despite having insight into yourself. Perhaps you appear to cope on the outside, but inside feel anxious, unsure of who you are, or weighed down by past experiences or relationships. You might struggle with self-esteem, people-pleasing, or a sense of disconnection, and want to understand yourself more deeply. Rather than being told what to do, you are looking for a space to reflect, feel understood, and move towards a life that feels more authentic and meaningful.
My approach is grounded in contemporary psychoanalytic thought, which means I’m interested in how unconscious patterns, early experiences, and the wider social world shape how we live, relate, and feel. Quick fixes or one-size-fits-all strategies can help in the short term, but I offer a space where something can unfold—something that might not yet have had the chance to be spoken, thought about, or even fully felt. I have wide experience in supporting neurodiversity as a teacher and a coach. Alongside my practice, I work with dyslexic/neurodivergent university students, and NHS trainee doctors/consultants, with study and worklife.
My approach is grounded in contemporary psychoanalytic thought, which means I’m interested in how unconscious patterns, early experiences, and the wider social world shape how we live, relate, and feel. Quick fixes or one-size-fits-all strategies can help in the short term, but I offer a space where something can unfold—something that might not yet have had the chance to be spoken, thought about, or even fully felt. I have wide experience in supporting neurodiversity as a teacher and a coach. Alongside my practice, I work with dyslexic/neurodivergent university students, and NHS trainee doctors/consultants, with study and worklife.
You may be carrying deep pain, grief after loss, or the effects of trauma that still shape how you feel and connect. You might long to feel safe, understood, and whole again.
In our work together, I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed space where your story is held with care. Gently, we’ll explore your experiences, nurture self-compassion and self-esteem, and begin to release the weight of the past.
My integrative approach supports your healing, helping you rebuild trust, find new meaning after loss, and rediscover peace, strength, and connection within yourself and with life.
You may be carrying deep pain, grief after loss, or the effects of trauma that still shape how you feel and connect. You might long to feel safe, understood, and whole again.
In our work together, I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed space where your story is held with care. Gently, we’ll explore your experiences, nurture self-compassion and self-esteem, and begin to release the weight of the past.
My integrative approach supports your healing, helping you rebuild trust, find new meaning after loss, and rediscover peace, strength, and connection within yourself and with life.
I am a Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Clinical Psychologist. I have experience within many NHS adult (post 16) mental health settings including community, forensic, hospital, as well as, specialist personality disorder services and learning disability services. I have a wide range of experience which includes working with relational difficulties, personality difficulties, trauma, low mood, anxiety and difficulties regulating emotions.
I am a Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Clinical Psychologist. I have experience within many NHS adult (post 16) mental health settings including community, forensic, hospital, as well as, specialist personality disorder services and learning disability services. I have a wide range of experience which includes working with relational difficulties, personality difficulties, trauma, low mood, anxiety and difficulties regulating emotions.
I believe that everyone has the ability to heal and grow. Sometimes we might get stuck and need support to move forward or to be more true to ourselves. I offer a safe, confidential space and a warm, empathetic and non-judgemental therapeutic relationship where you can bring whatever feelings, thoughts or concerns you are experiencing. This can bring greater self awareness and open up new choices and possibilities for you.
I believe that everyone has the ability to heal and grow. Sometimes we might get stuck and need support to move forward or to be more true to ourselves. I offer a safe, confidential space and a warm, empathetic and non-judgemental therapeutic relationship where you can bring whatever feelings, thoughts or concerns you are experiencing. This can bring greater self awareness and open up new choices and possibilities for you.
I run an independent, premium service for couples who want to solve problems, improve their sex lives and restore loving connection in their relationships. I am a Betrayal Trauma expert and can help couples and partners who are impacted by affairs, serial cheating, sex addition, pornography misuse or other forms of problematic sexual behaviour. I also offer a service for individuals recovering from the devastating impact of narcissistic abuse and toxic relationships.
I run an independent, premium service for couples who want to solve problems, improve their sex lives and restore loving connection in their relationships. I am a Betrayal Trauma expert and can help couples and partners who are impacted by affairs, serial cheating, sex addition, pornography misuse or other forms of problematic sexual behaviour. I also offer a service for individuals recovering from the devastating impact of narcissistic abuse and toxic relationships.
Living with neurodiversity like ADHD, Autism, learning differences, OCD etc. can bring both unique strengths and daily challenges. Anxiety, stress, and relationship struggles are common, leaving many individuals, couples, and families feeling stuck. I understand this deeply—not only through years of professional training but also from my own life in a neurodivergent family. In therapy, I offer a safe, supportive space to explore how neurodivergence shapes communication, intimacy, and family dynamics.
Living with neurodiversity like ADHD, Autism, learning differences, OCD etc. can bring both unique strengths and daily challenges. Anxiety, stress, and relationship struggles are common, leaving many individuals, couples, and families feeling stuck. I understand this deeply—not only through years of professional training but also from my own life in a neurodivergent family. In therapy, I offer a safe, supportive space to explore how neurodivergence shapes communication, intimacy, and family dynamics.
At the heart of my work is the belief that each person is already whole, and carries an inner compass; an inherent capacity for clarity, healing, and growth. My role is to walk alongside you as you reconnect with this inner navigator and gently uncover what is standing in the way.
No matter how distant to inner balance one feels, it is never lost. Regaining it often begins with rediscovering the part of you that already knows the way forward, and my wish as your therapist is to support you in claiming your inner freedom.
Together, we create a space where you can feel genuinely seen, understood, and supported as you navigate life.
At the heart of my work is the belief that each person is already whole, and carries an inner compass; an inherent capacity for clarity, healing, and growth. My role is to walk alongside you as you reconnect with this inner navigator and gently uncover what is standing in the way.
No matter how distant to inner balance one feels, it is never lost. Regaining it often begins with rediscovering the part of you that already knows the way forward, and my wish as your therapist is to support you in claiming your inner freedom.
Together, we create a space where you can feel genuinely seen, understood, and supported as you navigate life.
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Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, confusing, or difficult to navigate alone. I offer a safe, supportive, and confidential space where you can talk openly and explore your thoughts and feelings without judgement.
In our work together, we will gently explore what may be troubling you, helping you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, your experiences, and the patterns of thinking that may be affecting your wellbeing.
I aim to support you in developing healthier coping strategies, building resilience, and finding ways to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, confusing, or difficult to navigate alone. I offer a safe, supportive, and confidential space where you can talk openly and explore your thoughts and feelings without judgement.
In our work together, we will gently explore what may be troubling you, helping you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, your experiences, and the patterns of thinking that may be affecting your wellbeing.
I aim to support you in developing healthier coping strategies, building resilience, and finding ways to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
A very warm welcome to you. I work with a person centred approach, aiming to ensure our sessions feel right for you as a unique individual. My style of counselling is non-directive, relaxed and inclusive, which means our work together is designed around what you want and need. The work is supportive and respectful, we go at your pace and my aim is to get alongside you on your path, helping you explore your world to find understanding, clarity or solution. Sessions are centred around you and how you experience yourself and the world around you. You are free to come as you are and be accepted, as you are.
A very warm welcome to you. I work with a person centred approach, aiming to ensure our sessions feel right for you as a unique individual. My style of counselling is non-directive, relaxed and inclusive, which means our work together is designed around what you want and need. The work is supportive and respectful, we go at your pace and my aim is to get alongside you on your path, helping you explore your world to find understanding, clarity or solution. Sessions are centred around you and how you experience yourself and the world around you. You are free to come as you are and be accepted, as you are.
I work with people who feel overwhelmed by life, but keep going because they’ve had to. People who long to be understood without having to explain themselves, who are tired of holding everything together. Maybe you live with trauma, chronic illness, or emotional patterns that don’t make sense—but you know there’s more to you than this. You want to feel safe in your body, clearer in your mind, and more connected to yourself. You don’t need surface-level advice. You need someone who really sees you—someone who can help you meet the parts of yourself you’ve had to push away, and find a way forward that finally feels like yours.
I work with people who feel overwhelmed by life, but keep going because they’ve had to. People who long to be understood without having to explain themselves, who are tired of holding everything together. Maybe you live with trauma, chronic illness, or emotional patterns that don’t make sense—but you know there’s more to you than this. You want to feel safe in your body, clearer in your mind, and more connected to yourself. You don’t need surface-level advice. You need someone who really sees you—someone who can help you meet the parts of yourself you’ve had to push away, and find a way forward that finally feels like yours.
I have worked with and supported individuals with a range of complex mental health difficulties for over twenty years, initially as a nurse and now as a qualified CBT therapist . Many of my clients have needed an alternative way to view their situation to 'free' them from the distress they have been experiencing, along with a tailored tool box of coping strategies which they can choose from to empower them to manage the challenging experience. I have helped adolescent & adults experiencing OCD, PTSD, psychosis and/or complex emotional/relational difficulties, where the intervention required has been stress/anxiety targeted.
I have worked with and supported individuals with a range of complex mental health difficulties for over twenty years, initially as a nurse and now as a qualified CBT therapist . Many of my clients have needed an alternative way to view their situation to 'free' them from the distress they have been experiencing, along with a tailored tool box of coping strategies which they can choose from to empower them to manage the challenging experience. I have helped adolescent & adults experiencing OCD, PTSD, psychosis and/or complex emotional/relational difficulties, where the intervention required has been stress/anxiety targeted.
My name is Leanne and I am an Integrative therapist with a Person-Centred core, offering a warm, non-judgmental space to explore anxiety, overthinking, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges. I draw on CBT, Psychodynamic, Narrative, and Solution-Focused approaches to support adults, children, and young people. I also offer clinical supervision for trainee and qualified therapists. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or seeking deeper self-understanding, I’m here to help you move forward with compassion and clarity.
My name is Leanne and I am an Integrative therapist with a Person-Centred core, offering a warm, non-judgmental space to explore anxiety, overthinking, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges. I draw on CBT, Psychodynamic, Narrative, and Solution-Focused approaches to support adults, children, and young people. I also offer clinical supervision for trainee and qualified therapists. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or seeking deeper self-understanding, I’m here to help you move forward with compassion and clarity.
I am a BACP-accredited counsellor with over 20 years’ experience working with individuals and couples across private practice, higher education and a range of health settings. Over the years I have continued to develop my practice through extensive professional training, enabling me to tailor therapy to each person's individual needs while remaining grounded in a person-centred and integrative approach. I offer a welcoming and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly, feel genuinely heard and begin to make sense of the difficulties you are facing.
I am a BACP-accredited counsellor with over 20 years’ experience working with individuals and couples across private practice, higher education and a range of health settings. Over the years I have continued to develop my practice through extensive professional training, enabling me to tailor therapy to each person's individual needs while remaining grounded in a person-centred and integrative approach. I offer a welcoming and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly, feel genuinely heard and begin to make sense of the difficulties you are facing.
Many of us carry deep wounds from our childhoods and early lives, often without being completely conscious of it. Still raw, or thickly scarred, these traumas can manifest in our adult lives, through sensitivity to hurt, inflexibility or unhelpful, self defeating behaviours. In time these unhealed wounds can wreak havoc in our lives and relationships. When this day comes we are left with two choices, either carry on as best we can, condemned to repeat the hurts of the past, or learn to give ourselves the care and love we have always deserved. Counselling offers an opportunity to begin a new life of healing and growth.
Many of us carry deep wounds from our childhoods and early lives, often without being completely conscious of it. Still raw, or thickly scarred, these traumas can manifest in our adult lives, through sensitivity to hurt, inflexibility or unhelpful, self defeating behaviours. In time these unhealed wounds can wreak havoc in our lives and relationships. When this day comes we are left with two choices, either carry on as best we can, condemned to repeat the hurts of the past, or learn to give ourselves the care and love we have always deserved. Counselling offers an opportunity to begin a new life of healing and growth.
The foundation of my clinical practice is mindfulness-based, holistic and person-centred, so enables a gentle entry point for almost any presenting issue/distress, whether personal, relationship, work or for other areas of personal exploration, re-connection and growth.
The foundation of my clinical practice is mindfulness-based, holistic and person-centred, so enables a gentle entry point for almost any presenting issue/distress, whether personal, relationship, work or for other areas of personal exploration, re-connection and growth.
Are you looking for a counsellor because you are feeling stuck and unable to stop behaving in unhelpful old patterns? You may have an idea of how you would like to be, but don’t know how to get there. You may find it hard to fit in and connect to people, feeling that everyone else is doing it better. You may be finding it hard to accept yourself as you are and be wondering what you have to offer. Anxiety and depression make it difficult to move away from this place. If you are on the autistic spectrum, these problems can be magnified. Finding a way out of this on your own can seem impossible.
Are you looking for a counsellor because you are feeling stuck and unable to stop behaving in unhelpful old patterns? You may have an idea of how you would like to be, but don’t know how to get there. You may find it hard to fit in and connect to people, feeling that everyone else is doing it better. You may be finding it hard to accept yourself as you are and be wondering what you have to offer. Anxiety and depression make it difficult to move away from this place. If you are on the autistic spectrum, these problems can be magnified. Finding a way out of this on your own can seem impossible.
Are you fed up of feeling fed up? Stuck in cycles you don’t fully understand but can’t seem to change? Often, that’s a powerful starting point for meaningful change. Together, we can gently explore the roots of these patterns, making sense of how they began and how they continue, so you can respond with greater awareness and choice. I offer a steady, down-to-earth space where you can say what’s really going on. I’ll listen and I’ll hopefully help you look at things from a different angle so change becomes possible.
Are you fed up of feeling fed up? Stuck in cycles you don’t fully understand but can’t seem to change? Often, that’s a powerful starting point for meaningful change. Together, we can gently explore the roots of these patterns, making sense of how they began and how they continue, so you can respond with greater awareness and choice. I offer a steady, down-to-earth space where you can say what’s really going on. I’ll listen and I’ll hopefully help you look at things from a different angle so change becomes possible.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in PL13
10+
Average cost per session
£65
Counsellors in PL13 who prioritize treating:
| 80% | Relationship Issues |
| 80% | Anxiety |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 70% | Complex PTSD |
| 60% | Depression |
| 60% | Sexual Abuse |
| 60% | Neurodivergence |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 100% | Bupa |
| 50% | Aetna |
| 50% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Counsellors in PL13 see their clients
| 70% | In Person and Online | |
| 30% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 90% | Female | |
| 10% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in PL13?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Most Psychologists in the directory are accredited members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and/or are registered in the Health and Care Professions Council (HPCP).
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in the UK. Psychologists have earned a degree in psychology and many are members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have completed a postgraduate qualification in a specialism. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a psychology degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the BACP or UKCP, they are required to have completed a training course as well as clinical and supervision hours.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the UK could be between £30 - £60 when seeing a counsellor and £60 - £150 and up when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the BACP, the UKCP, or BPS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there has been participation in a criminal act or act of terror, or if there is potential or known harm to the client or others, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.