Photo of Helen Stansfield-Boys, Counsellor in Stafford, England
Helen Stansfield-Boys
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Stafford ST20  (Online Only)
Are you unsure of who to talk to or where to turn for help and support? My counselling service could be the perfect place for you to explore your thoughts and feelings in a confidential and non-judgemental environment.
Are you unsure of who to talk to or where to turn for help and support? My counselling service could be the perfect place for you to explore your thoughts and feelings in a confidential and non-judgemental environment.
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Healthy Minds Stafford Limited
Psychologist, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Stafford ST16
With over 18 years experience working with individuals, couples and families, I can help you deal with issues in your daily life and provide you with the support/interventions to overcome them. Marriage Counselling, Relationship Counselling, Couples Counselling, Addictions, Anxiety Treatment, OCD Treatment, Stress, Counselling Anger Management, Family Therapy, Counselling For Depression, Gender issues. The therapy provided by Healthy Minds Stafford can: Help you talk about issues you find difficult to discuss with others. Give you the confidence to make changes to improve your life. Offer new insights into your issues from a fresh and impartial perspective.
With over 18 years experience working with individuals, couples and families, I can help you deal with issues in your daily life and provide you with the support/interventions to overcome them. Marriage Counselling, Relationship Counselling, Couples Counselling, Addictions, Anxiety Treatment, OCD Treatment, Stress, Counselling Anger Management, Family Therapy, Counselling For Depression, Gender issues. The therapy provided by Healthy Minds Stafford can: Help you talk about issues you find difficult to discuss with others. Give you the confidence to make changes to improve your life. Offer new insights into your issues from a fresh and impartial perspective.
01785 472435 View 01785 472435
Photo of Lucy Prokic, Counsellor in Stafford, England
Lucy Prokic
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Stafford ST16
Life can be hard right? Ever feel like your struggling to cope with the day to day, like you don't feel like yourself. Or maybe you've experienced trauma and need a safe place to work through that. Maybe your experiencing mental health difficulties for the first time such as anxiety or depression. Well these are some of the many things that therapy can help with.
Life can be hard right? Ever feel like your struggling to cope with the day to day, like you don't feel like yourself. Or maybe you've experienced trauma and need a safe place to work through that. Maybe your experiencing mental health difficulties for the first time such as anxiety or depression. Well these are some of the many things that therapy can help with.
01785 335804 View 01785 335804
Photo of Joanne Wright, Psychologist in Stafford, England
Joanne Wright
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Verified Verified
Stafford ST20
Hello. Do you feel stuck, confused or overwhelmed? Are you being held back by anxiety, depression or a lack of self worth? Do you know what you want to achieve, but need someone to motivate, guide and reassure you? Perhaps you are worried about the well-being of family members, colleagues or friends? As well as working with anxiety, depression, trauma or stress, I also specialise in working with individuals and families affected by Autism. I can diagnose autism and help schools to provide the best support to students. As well as providing individual therapy, I can devise and deliver training relating to mental health and resilience.
Hello. Do you feel stuck, confused or overwhelmed? Are you being held back by anxiety, depression or a lack of self worth? Do you know what you want to achieve, but need someone to motivate, guide and reassure you? Perhaps you are worried about the well-being of family members, colleagues or friends? As well as working with anxiety, depression, trauma or stress, I also specialise in working with individuals and families affected by Autism. I can diagnose autism and help schools to provide the best support to students. As well as providing individual therapy, I can devise and deliver training relating to mental health and resilience.
01785 335997 View 01785 335997
Photo of Dr Joanna Saddington, Psychologist in Stafford, England
Dr Joanna Saddington
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Stafford ST19
Hello, my name is Dr Joanna Saddington. I qualified as a Clinical Psychologist in 2006. Before setting up in private practice I worked in the NHS for 18 years. I am passionate about helping adults, young people, children and families overcome their difficulties. We all know life can be challenging, so it doesn't matter whether a problem is longstanding or is more recent. What is important, is that we work together to try to solve it. I always aim to work in a way that suits the individual and their needs, as well as aiming to deliver therapy empathetically and without judgment.
Hello, my name is Dr Joanna Saddington. I qualified as a Clinical Psychologist in 2006. Before setting up in private practice I worked in the NHS for 18 years. I am passionate about helping adults, young people, children and families overcome their difficulties. We all know life can be challenging, so it doesn't matter whether a problem is longstanding or is more recent. What is important, is that we work together to try to solve it. I always aim to work in a way that suits the individual and their needs, as well as aiming to deliver therapy empathetically and without judgment.
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Photo of Alan James Naughton, Psychotherapist in Stafford, England
Alan James Naughton
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Stafford ST16
Life is not straightforward and sometimes overwhelming. Often we know what our difficulties are, sometimes we don't. I offer a friendly, supportive environment in which to talk about what matters most to you, and find ways to move forward. I am a psychotherapist working for Prohealth UK (www.prohealthuk.org) and privately. I have worked in varied settings, providing psychotherapy services for NHS patients, Staffordshire Fire & Police Service, Staffordshire County Council, East Staffs Borough Council, Salford Hospital and local charity.
Life is not straightforward and sometimes overwhelming. Often we know what our difficulties are, sometimes we don't. I offer a friendly, supportive environment in which to talk about what matters most to you, and find ways to move forward. I am a psychotherapist working for Prohealth UK (www.prohealthuk.org) and privately. I have worked in varied settings, providing psychotherapy services for NHS patients, Staffordshire Fire & Police Service, Staffordshire County Council, East Staffs Borough Council, Salford Hospital and local charity.
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Dr Matt Johnson
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Stafford ST16
Hi, I'm Matt, thank you for reading my profile. I'm a Chartered and Registered Clinical Psychologist working with adults of all ages who are experiencing psychological difficulties. If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, fears and phobias, trauma, grief, loss and bereavement, work related stress, adjustment to significant life events, parenting stress, family and relationship difficulties, low self-esteem or confidence issues, I can help you to deal more effectively with the challenges that life throws at you, to focus your efforts on the goals and values that are most important and so move towards living the life you want.
Hi, I'm Matt, thank you for reading my profile. I'm a Chartered and Registered Clinical Psychologist working with adults of all ages who are experiencing psychological difficulties. If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, fears and phobias, trauma, grief, loss and bereavement, work related stress, adjustment to significant life events, parenting stress, family and relationship difficulties, low self-esteem or confidence issues, I can help you to deal more effectively with the challenges that life throws at you, to focus your efforts on the goals and values that are most important and so move towards living the life you want.
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Photo of Debbie Kindon, Counsellor in Stafford, England
Debbie Kindon
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stafford ST16
For some, life throws us a curveball and often when we’re least expecting it. Others may feel that pressures have been building over a long period of time. We can face challenges and get stuck which sometimes can be overwhelming. Depression, anxiety, stresses and issues in life may lead you to needing a person to talk to who is neutral, non-judgmental, empathetic and a good listener. Your wellbeing is important to me so I will treat you with the upmost respect and work with you to help achieve your goals. Based in Eccleshall I am close to Stafford, Stone, Market Drayton, Loggerheads, Stoke, Newport and Telford.
For some, life throws us a curveball and often when we’re least expecting it. Others may feel that pressures have been building over a long period of time. We can face challenges and get stuck which sometimes can be overwhelming. Depression, anxiety, stresses and issues in life may lead you to needing a person to talk to who is neutral, non-judgmental, empathetic and a good listener. Your wellbeing is important to me so I will treat you with the upmost respect and work with you to help achieve your goals. Based in Eccleshall I am close to Stafford, Stone, Market Drayton, Loggerheads, Stoke, Newport and Telford.
07380 309229 View 07380 309229
Photo of Peace of Mind Wellbeing, Psychotherapist in Stafford, England
Peace of Mind Wellbeing
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Stafford ST16
Peace of Mind Wellbeing offers therapeutic support and mental health intervention to Children, Young People and Adults, presenting with psychological difficulties such as Depression, Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, Social Anxiety, Specific Phobias, Childhood Trauma, Relationship difficulties and Low Self Esteem. Peace of Mind Wellbeing also offers couples therapy and family therapy, alongside training packages to other professionals, family and friends, to support their understanding of different psychological difficulties, how they present and how they can appropriately offer their support.
Peace of Mind Wellbeing offers therapeutic support and mental health intervention to Children, Young People and Adults, presenting with psychological difficulties such as Depression, Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, Social Anxiety, Specific Phobias, Childhood Trauma, Relationship difficulties and Low Self Esteem. Peace of Mind Wellbeing also offers couples therapy and family therapy, alongside training packages to other professionals, family and friends, to support their understanding of different psychological difficulties, how they present and how they can appropriately offer their support.
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Photo of Dr Sophie Gwinnett, Psychologist in Stafford, England
Dr Sophie Gwinnett
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Stafford ST16
I am a HCPC registered clinical psychologist with over 22 years experience working in the NHS and private sector. Trained in a variety of evidence based therapies including CBT and EMDR, I deliver individually tailored interventions that enable people to experience lasting, meaningful change in their lives. Within the private sector I work with adults with a range of psychological difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, grief, health issues, health anxiety and relationship difficulties. I also spent many years working in the NHS with people affected by changes in their health, including persistent pain and cancer.
I am a HCPC registered clinical psychologist with over 22 years experience working in the NHS and private sector. Trained in a variety of evidence based therapies including CBT and EMDR, I deliver individually tailored interventions that enable people to experience lasting, meaningful change in their lives. Within the private sector I work with adults with a range of psychological difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, grief, health issues, health anxiety and relationship difficulties. I also spent many years working in the NHS with people affected by changes in their health, including persistent pain and cancer.
01922 214818 View 01922 214818
Photo of Julia Gibbons, Counsellor in Stafford, England
Julia Gibbons
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stafford ST16
Welcome to my profile, I understand just how difficult and challenging life can be at times, it may be a strained or broken relationship, family problems or self-esteem issues holding you back, a bereavement, depression, anxiety or work stress. Just talking through your worries and problems can really help. I offer a supportive, non-judgemental space where you are listened to, in an atmosphere of calm and respect that is confidential. Together we can unravel your thoughts and feelings about the past and present to bring a new insight and clarity to your situation, enabling you to move towards a more positive future and wellbeing.
Welcome to my profile, I understand just how difficult and challenging life can be at times, it may be a strained or broken relationship, family problems or self-esteem issues holding you back, a bereavement, depression, anxiety or work stress. Just talking through your worries and problems can really help. I offer a supportive, non-judgemental space where you are listened to, in an atmosphere of calm and respect that is confidential. Together we can unravel your thoughts and feelings about the past and present to bring a new insight and clarity to your situation, enabling you to move towards a more positive future and wellbeing.
01785 472368 View 01785 472368
Photo of Laura Wood-Holden, Counsellor in Stafford, England
Laura Wood-Holden
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stafford ST16  (Online Only)
I am warm, kind and non-judgemental. I will work with you on areas of your life where you have identified that you need extra support. I have a special interest in working with women, but welcome clients of all genders. I always respond to enquiries in a timely manner.
I am warm, kind and non-judgemental. I will work with you on areas of your life where you have identified that you need extra support. I have a special interest in working with women, but welcome clients of all genders. I always respond to enquiries in a timely manner.
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Photo of Sarah Wilford, Counsellor in Stafford, England
Sarah Wilford
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Stone ST15
Are you finding life hard work, struggling with a low mood or losing your temper at the smallest of things? Do you feel out of control and that life is not what it's meant to be? Then maybe I can help. If you'd like to feel more in control, less overwhelmed or anxious then talking therapies can really help. Many of my clients come to me exhausted from trying to take control of their life, struggling to manage their anger and feeling worthless. After a few sessions most clients notice that life begins to feel less stressful, their relationships start to improve and the joy of living begins to return.
Are you finding life hard work, struggling with a low mood or losing your temper at the smallest of things? Do you feel out of control and that life is not what it's meant to be? Then maybe I can help. If you'd like to feel more in control, less overwhelmed or anxious then talking therapies can really help. Many of my clients come to me exhausted from trying to take control of their life, struggling to manage their anger and feeling worthless. After a few sessions most clients notice that life begins to feel less stressful, their relationships start to improve and the joy of living begins to return.
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Photo of Lisa Guilfoyle Counselling, Counsellor in Stafford, England
Lisa Guilfoyle Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cannock WS11
I work with anyone 16+ and offer a confidential, non-judgemental approach to help you work through and process any issues you might want support with. I am experienced in working with anxiety, depression & loss (including traumatic bereavement). I have extensive personal and working experience of Autism and ADHD. As a specialist fertility and perinatal counsellor. I can help you work through the difficult emotions infertility can bring, inc if you are considering fertility treatment, or are going through or are ending treatment. I am experienced in working with perinatal issues, inc pregnancy loss at any stage of pregnancy.
I work with anyone 16+ and offer a confidential, non-judgemental approach to help you work through and process any issues you might want support with. I am experienced in working with anxiety, depression & loss (including traumatic bereavement). I have extensive personal and working experience of Autism and ADHD. As a specialist fertility and perinatal counsellor. I can help you work through the difficult emotions infertility can bring, inc if you are considering fertility treatment, or are going through or are ending treatment. I am experienced in working with perinatal issues, inc pregnancy loss at any stage of pregnancy.
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The Psychotherapy Clinic
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cannock WS11
Hello, a warm welcome from myself Emma McDonald and our team here at The Psychotherapy Clinic. Are you someone struggling with Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, OCD or Trauma? If so our friendly team made up of specialist CBT, EMDR therapists and Counsellors are here to support you to open the door to a brighter future! We support adults from many different backgrounds. We have had the pleasure of supporting thousands of people to date to reach their recovery and we are here now to support you, providing you with the highest quality of care, the care you deserve.
Hello, a warm welcome from myself Emma McDonald and our team here at The Psychotherapy Clinic. Are you someone struggling with Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, OCD or Trauma? If so our friendly team made up of specialist CBT, EMDR therapists and Counsellors are here to support you to open the door to a brighter future! We support adults from many different backgrounds. We have had the pleasure of supporting thousands of people to date to reach their recovery and we are here now to support you, providing you with the highest quality of care, the care you deserve.
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Photo of Samantha Kate Swann-Horler, Psychologist in Stafford, England
Samantha Kate Swann-Horler
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Newport TF10
Are you an adult or young person wanting to understand and manage anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties or your experience of a traumatic event? Are you an employer wanting to know more about mental health in order to develop your approach to psychological wellbeing? Are you a headteacher looking for support with the social and emotional wellbeing of your pupils or staff wellbeing? Perhaps you are a GP, a practice manager or a psychiatrist seeking therapy for your patients, or consultation regarding mental health matters?
Are you an adult or young person wanting to understand and manage anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties or your experience of a traumatic event? Are you an employer wanting to know more about mental health in order to develop your approach to psychological wellbeing? Are you a headteacher looking for support with the social and emotional wellbeing of your pupils or staff wellbeing? Perhaps you are a GP, a practice manager or a psychiatrist seeking therapy for your patients, or consultation regarding mental health matters?
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Absolute Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Newport TF10
I am a Person-Centered counsellor (Person-center means, client led) who uses CBT and Solution Focused techniques where suitable. My background includes yoga, reiki, meditation, aromatherapy and mindfulness. This means I can offer an holistic approach to the therapeutic work. The relationship between myself and the client (you) is at the heart of ALL therapy. Counselling is about change, and change can be very difficult and scary to do. In fact, sometimes we actually don't know how to do it. With support from myself, we will explore your anxiety, concerns, behavior, beliefs and feelings.
I am a Person-Centered counsellor (Person-center means, client led) who uses CBT and Solution Focused techniques where suitable. My background includes yoga, reiki, meditation, aromatherapy and mindfulness. This means I can offer an holistic approach to the therapeutic work. The relationship between myself and the client (you) is at the heart of ALL therapy. Counselling is about change, and change can be very difficult and scary to do. In fact, sometimes we actually don't know how to do it. With support from myself, we will explore your anxiety, concerns, behavior, beliefs and feelings.
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Photo of Compass Counselling & Psychotherapy, Counsellor in Stafford, England
Compass Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Worcester WR1
Waitlist for new clients
Not being understood is one of the most painful feelings. Struggling to relate to others, or live in this complicated world is so difficult for so many of us. Making sense of ourselves and finding solutions to longstanding issues – from depression, anxiety, social phobias, low self-esteem, anger management, bereavement, life-stage issues, loss, marital difficulties, relationship struggles, self-harming and suicide and unresolved childhood development challenges? You need not struggle alone; we can explore and discover what choices you have to make changes to your life's personal challenges.
Not being understood is one of the most painful feelings. Struggling to relate to others, or live in this complicated world is so difficult for so many of us. Making sense of ourselves and finding solutions to longstanding issues – from depression, anxiety, social phobias, low self-esteem, anger management, bereavement, life-stage issues, loss, marital difficulties, relationship struggles, self-harming and suicide and unresolved childhood development challenges? You need not struggle alone; we can explore and discover what choices you have to make changes to your life's personal challenges.
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Photo of Louise Fenton, Counsellor in Stafford, England
Louise Fenton
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Scunthorpe DN16
Do you have meltdowns and feel like you're losing control? Are you self harming or using behaviours that are not in your best interest? Do you have awful nightmares where you wake up in a sweat and you can't get back to sleep? Or maybe in the daytime you suddenly remember, or feel things that you can't explain? And they feel so upsetting you try anything not to have them? On the other hand, it might be 'not' remembering things that troubles you, it might be memory gaps, daydreaming, losing time or feeling unreal? Maybe the most painful thing for you is struggling with relationships, which leaves you feeling lonely and scared.
Do you have meltdowns and feel like you're losing control? Are you self harming or using behaviours that are not in your best interest? Do you have awful nightmares where you wake up in a sweat and you can't get back to sleep? Or maybe in the daytime you suddenly remember, or feel things that you can't explain? And they feel so upsetting you try anything not to have them? On the other hand, it might be 'not' remembering things that troubles you, it might be memory gaps, daydreaming, losing time or feeling unreal? Maybe the most painful thing for you is struggling with relationships, which leaves you feeling lonely and scared.
01724 709480 View 01724 709480
Photo of Luz Locatelli Dalimier, Psychotherapist in Stafford, England
Luz Locatelli Dalimier
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Leeds LS8
My ideals clients are mainly Adults, Couples, EAP, Families, Groups, Older adults, Organisations, Trainees, athletes and Young people.
My ideals clients are mainly Adults, Couples, EAP, Families, Groups, Older adults, Organisations, Trainees, athletes and Young people.
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Self-Harming Counsellors

How does therapy for self-harm work?

A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behaviour therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.

Which therapies are best for self-harm?

Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.

Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?

Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.

How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.