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Mae Hodgkinson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
When our children experience significant emotional distress, it is extremely difficult for them and for you. I aim to support a child or young person with dignity and respect, working with a warm, caring and sensitive individual approach to suit their needs. I use the relationship between myself and the child at the centre of the therapy. I then guide the therapeutic process using theories from psychoanalysis, Gestalt theory and neuroscience's somatic theories. This knowledge informs my understanding of a child's developmental traumas, often the foundations of the current problematic thinking and behaviours being experienced.
When our children experience significant emotional distress, it is extremely difficult for them and for you. I aim to support a child or young person with dignity and respect, working with a warm, caring and sensitive individual approach to suit their needs. I use the relationship between myself and the child at the centre of the therapy. I then guide the therapeutic process using theories from psychoanalysis, Gestalt theory and neuroscience's somatic theories. This knowledge informs my understanding of a child's developmental traumas, often the foundations of the current problematic thinking and behaviours being experienced.
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Cate Sweeney
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Come in, sit by the fire and tell me all about it. What’s been going on that’s made you look for a counsellor now? Are there things from the past that feel unfinished and still play a part now. Perhaps a crisis or a difficult dilemma has your head spinning and anxiety rocketing in nit knowing what to do. Counselling can help bring clarity, confidence, leaving the past in the past where it belongs. What have you got to lose? What do you hope to gain? I’d love to hear about it.
Come in, sit by the fire and tell me all about it. What’s been going on that’s made you look for a counsellor now? Are there things from the past that feel unfinished and still play a part now. Perhaps a crisis or a difficult dilemma has your head spinning and anxiety rocketing in nit knowing what to do. Counselling can help bring clarity, confidence, leaving the past in the past where it belongs. What have you got to lose? What do you hope to gain? I’d love to hear about it.
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Julie Bartlett
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Online Only
We live in challenging times and it's easy to feel overwhelmed and in need of a little help. I am a very experienced counsellor, professionally accredited by the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists for more than fifteen years. It has been my privilege to work with clients between 8 and 81 years of age in numerous settings including GP surgeries, schools, counselling agencies and my own longstanding private practice.
We live in challenging times and it's easy to feel overwhelmed and in need of a little help. I am a very experienced counsellor, professionally accredited by the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists for more than fifteen years. It has been my privilege to work with clients between 8 and 81 years of age in numerous settings including GP surgeries, schools, counselling agencies and my own longstanding private practice.
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Sally Eastwood
Psychotherapist, MSc, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Therapy can help if you're experiencing feelings of loss, loneliness, anxiety, or depression: either for reasons you know, or reasons you maybe don’t yet know. Life transitions such as bereavement, a new job, retirement, divorce, or becoming a parent, can sometimes trigger feelings of worry and self-doubt. Or maybe something just doesn’t feel right: a sense of wondering who you are in the present moment, and what to do next. Being able to explore feelings and emotions in a safe space can give you a greater understanding of what’s happening in your life, and how to become clearer about what you want and need moving forward.
Therapy can help if you're experiencing feelings of loss, loneliness, anxiety, or depression: either for reasons you know, or reasons you maybe don’t yet know. Life transitions such as bereavement, a new job, retirement, divorce, or becoming a parent, can sometimes trigger feelings of worry and self-doubt. Or maybe something just doesn’t feel right: a sense of wondering who you are in the present moment, and what to do next. Being able to explore feelings and emotions in a safe space can give you a greater understanding of what’s happening in your life, and how to become clearer about what you want and need moving forward.
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Silver Lantern Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello, I’m Julia, a person-centred counsellor and a qualified adoption support counsellor. I wonder what might have led you to here. Perhaps something has happened that has turned your world upside down. Maybe life feels overwhelming. Perhaps you feel lost, alone, misunderstood. We all have times when life seems a struggle, when we may feel anxious or sad or hopeless and counselling can offer a space where we can start to touch on those tender bruises inside which often leads to a greater understanding of ourselves and our situation.
Hello, I’m Julia, a person-centred counsellor and a qualified adoption support counsellor. I wonder what might have led you to here. Perhaps something has happened that has turned your world upside down. Maybe life feels overwhelming. Perhaps you feel lost, alone, misunderstood. We all have times when life seems a struggle, when we may feel anxious or sad or hopeless and counselling can offer a space where we can start to touch on those tender bruises inside which often leads to a greater understanding of ourselves and our situation.
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Ines Fitzsimmons
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Hello and a warm welcome to my profile. I am an Integrative Counsellor and my goal as a therapist is to provide a safe non-judgemental space, where my counselling clients can feel encouraged and supported through life’s challenges. Whatever you are going through, whether it is depression, anxiety, relationship problems, family problems, separation or divorce, emotional difficulties or bereavement, there is hope. I have extensive experience counselling in the third sector as well as general counselling practise in a GP surgery. I offer weekly counselling sessions face-to-face and online via Skype and telephone.
Hello and a warm welcome to my profile. I am an Integrative Counsellor and my goal as a therapist is to provide a safe non-judgemental space, where my counselling clients can feel encouraged and supported through life’s challenges. Whatever you are going through, whether it is depression, anxiety, relationship problems, family problems, separation or divorce, emotional difficulties or bereavement, there is hope. I have extensive experience counselling in the third sector as well as general counselling practise in a GP surgery. I offer weekly counselling sessions face-to-face and online via Skype and telephone.
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Hilary Stock, Psychotherapist and Supervisor
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Whether you're seeking support for a particular issue, struggling with a painful event or simply wanting more from life, counselling and psychotherapy can help you gain a deeper awareness and understanding of yourself, your relationships with others and your place in the world. Whatever you're experiencing, the therapeutic relationship nurtures a confidential space where you're truly listened to, and met with a balance of warmth, empathy and respectful challenge. In giving attention to whatever is painful and difficult, it can enable the emergence of a stronger sense of self, and connection with meaning, purpose, potential and hope.
Whether you're seeking support for a particular issue, struggling with a painful event or simply wanting more from life, counselling and psychotherapy can help you gain a deeper awareness and understanding of yourself, your relationships with others and your place in the world. Whatever you're experiencing, the therapeutic relationship nurtures a confidential space where you're truly listened to, and met with a balance of warmth, empathy and respectful challenge. In giving attention to whatever is painful and difficult, it can enable the emergence of a stronger sense of self, and connection with meaning, purpose, potential and hope.
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Anna Perrin
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Are you an adult or young person looking for help with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties or other impacts of traumatic experiences? Sometimes having the courage to ask for help comes from feeling that you are struggling to cope at the moment. Whether you are seeking to understand and overcome longstanding difficulties or need support with current challenges, I can help you. I am approachable, calm and reliable. I will listen to your concerns without judgment and will help you move forward. My practice is effective, thoughtful and compassionate.
Are you an adult or young person looking for help with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties or other impacts of traumatic experiences? Sometimes having the courage to ask for help comes from feeling that you are struggling to cope at the moment. Whether you are seeking to understand and overcome longstanding difficulties or need support with current challenges, I can help you. I am approachable, calm and reliable. I will listen to your concerns without judgment and will help you move forward. My practice is effective, thoughtful and compassionate.
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The Therapywise Foundation
Counsellor, MSc
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Are you worried about your child's behaviour and don't know what to do? Are you fed up of getting calls from school or of arguing all the time at home? Do you feel like you're letting your child down and just wish you could help them be their best self instead?
Are you worried about your child's behaviour and don't know what to do? Are you fed up of getting calls from school or of arguing all the time at home? Do you feel like you're letting your child down and just wish you could help them be their best self instead?
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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in SY8

< 10

Counsellors in SY8 who prioritize treating:

100% Bereavement
89% Relationship Issues
89% Depression
89% Anxiety
89% Self Esteem
89% Stress
78% Life Transitions

Average years in practice

11 Years

Gender breakdown

100% Female

How Counsellors in SY8 see their clients

89% In Person and Online
11% Online Only
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in SY8?

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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.

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.

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.