Counselling in YO12

Sometimes, it might be difficult to find your way through challenging times alone, or understand how something significant in your life has affected you. Within therapy, we can work together to discover a way through. Sharing thoughts, feelings and memories can be intense and painful, especially if it is your first time opening up to someone else; exploring such things can make you feel worse before you feel better. Therapy helps this process become a movement towards personal growth, understanding, acceptance and change, free of any judgment.
Sometimes, it might be difficult to find your way through challenging times alone, or understand how something significant in your life has affected you. Within therapy, we can work together to discover a way through. Sharing thoughts, feelings and memories can be intense and painful, especially if it is your first time opening up to someone else; exploring such things can make you feel worse before you feel better. Therapy helps this process become a movement towards personal growth, understanding, acceptance and change, free of any judgment.

To be known and understood by another person is a rare experience. Just as rare is finding someone prepared to listen to us without judgement, without making premature assumptions about us, or applying solutions before having heard us fully.
Sometimes it takes someone else to draw out our courage, courage that is essential for us to honestly disclose who we are and the truth of our difficulties; courage to tackle our difficulties constructively and with resolve.
Therapy is a partnership. It is about us agreeing to ‘put our heads together’ to obstinately attempt to find a new way forward and a way to psychological wellbeing.
To be known and understood by another person is a rare experience. Just as rare is finding someone prepared to listen to us without judgement, without making premature assumptions about us, or applying solutions before having heard us fully.
Sometimes it takes someone else to draw out our courage, courage that is essential for us to honestly disclose who we are and the truth of our difficulties; courage to tackle our difficulties constructively and with resolve.
Therapy is a partnership. It is about us agreeing to ‘put our heads together’ to obstinately attempt to find a new way forward and a way to psychological wellbeing.

We face many challenges and this is perfectly normal, it happens to us all at some point. We seek counselling for a variety of reasons whether that being a relationship breakdown, mourning of a family member, depression, anxiety or just because we need someone to talk to. Counselling enables us to explore our thought feelings and emotions.
We face many challenges and this is perfectly normal, it happens to us all at some point. We seek counselling for a variety of reasons whether that being a relationship breakdown, mourning of a family member, depression, anxiety or just because we need someone to talk to. Counselling enables us to explore our thought feelings and emotions.

Counselling is an opportunity to be heard, to share with a trained person some of the difficulties that you encounter and to be supported to make positive changes to your life. I work in a respectful, empathic, understanding and compassionate way, providing a confidential, non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences. By reflecting on these experiences you can learn new ways of doing things and progress past what you feel is holding you back or causing you difficulty. I currently work from a comfortable and private space that is used solely for client sessions, online via video call or outdoors.
Counselling is an opportunity to be heard, to share with a trained person some of the difficulties that you encounter and to be supported to make positive changes to your life. I work in a respectful, empathic, understanding and compassionate way, providing a confidential, non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences. By reflecting on these experiences you can learn new ways of doing things and progress past what you feel is holding you back or causing you difficulty. I currently work from a comfortable and private space that is used solely for client sessions, online via video call or outdoors.

All are welcome, however I have particular experience in working with young adults, and those experiencing change as a result of significant life shift (bereavement, a new job, leaving home, the end of a relationship), and how that relates to new identities, confidence, autonomy and relationships . I see our minds and emotions as deeply connected to our bodies, our environments and our lived experiences, and bring a whole life attitude to my counselling work. I am LGBTQIA+ friendly, and experienced with neurodivergence.
All are welcome, however I have particular experience in working with young adults, and those experiencing change as a result of significant life shift (bereavement, a new job, leaving home, the end of a relationship), and how that relates to new identities, confidence, autonomy and relationships . I see our minds and emotions as deeply connected to our bodies, our environments and our lived experiences, and bring a whole life attitude to my counselling work. I am LGBTQIA+ friendly, and experienced with neurodivergence.

Hi, I’m Ele - a relational psychotherapeutic counsellor in advanced training and a fitness and dance instructor. I offer therapy to adults who feel stuck, lost, or overwhelmed. My work is especially attuned to those navigating issues of identity, addiction or compulsive patterns. I see these not as flaws, but as adaptations rooted in early wounds and unmet needs. Together, we explore these patterns with care, aiming to shift from survival to deeper connection. My integrative, trauma-informed approach draws from relational TA, Gestalt, Self Psychology, and attachment theory. I work in-person in Scarborough and online.
Hi, I’m Ele - a relational psychotherapeutic counsellor in advanced training and a fitness and dance instructor. I offer therapy to adults who feel stuck, lost, or overwhelmed. My work is especially attuned to those navigating issues of identity, addiction or compulsive patterns. I see these not as flaws, but as adaptations rooted in early wounds and unmet needs. Together, we explore these patterns with care, aiming to shift from survival to deeper connection. My integrative, trauma-informed approach draws from relational TA, Gestalt, Self Psychology, and attachment theory. I work in-person in Scarborough and online.

I am a qualified Counsellor and Psychosexual Therapist based in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. I am a member of the National Counselling Society and The College of Sex and Relationship Therapist. I am fully insured and undertake regular clinical supervision. As a counsellor I have worked at length with individuals with anxiety issues, low mood and depression. I have worked extensively with children and young people in challenging environments, finding ways to overcome difficulties with family life, removing barriers to education and goal setting.
I am a qualified Counsellor and Psychosexual Therapist based in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. I am a member of the National Counselling Society and The College of Sex and Relationship Therapist. I am fully insured and undertake regular clinical supervision. As a counsellor I have worked at length with individuals with anxiety issues, low mood and depression. I have worked extensively with children and young people in challenging environments, finding ways to overcome difficulties with family life, removing barriers to education and goal setting.

Hi, my name is Roy Yelverton, welcome to Calm Space, where I aim to provide a safe, secure, and Calm environment for my clients. Quite often people come for counselling and say they don't know where to start, and there is no wrong or right, absolutely no expectations from me as a counsellor, my role as a person-centred therapist is to work with the person, not the issue. I will encourage clients to be open and honest from the start, and I will let the session go wherever it needs to go. It is client-lead, and my role is to provide a safe space to support my clients in whatever issues they need to explore.
Hi, my name is Roy Yelverton, welcome to Calm Space, where I aim to provide a safe, secure, and Calm environment for my clients. Quite often people come for counselling and say they don't know where to start, and there is no wrong or right, absolutely no expectations from me as a counsellor, my role as a person-centred therapist is to work with the person, not the issue. I will encourage clients to be open and honest from the start, and I will let the session go wherever it needs to go. It is client-lead, and my role is to provide a safe space to support my clients in whatever issues they need to explore.

I am a therapist/ psychotherapeutic counsellor at the end of advanced training, based in Scarborough. I have extensive experience of working with a range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, phobias, eating disorders, neurodivergence, grief/ bereavement, addiction and self-harm. I currently work with adult clients (18+) on a one-to-one basis, either in person from an office in Southcliff or via Skype.
I am a therapist/ psychotherapeutic counsellor at the end of advanced training, based in Scarborough. I have extensive experience of working with a range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, phobias, eating disorders, neurodivergence, grief/ bereavement, addiction and self-harm. I currently work with adult clients (18+) on a one-to-one basis, either in person from an office in Southcliff or via Skype.

Hi, my name is Sarah Batty. You're here because you aren't feeling yourself, I'm here to help you understand those challenges, and put things in place to improve things. Those difficulties could include things such as lack of motivation, avoidance, putting things off, overthinking, worry, panic, overwhelm, sleeping difficulties, irritability, low mood, fear, anger. You might be relying more than usual on coping mechanisms you know aren't helpful or long term solutions, relationships might be suffering. Getting to work and functioning might be a challenge.
Hi, my name is Sarah Batty. You're here because you aren't feeling yourself, I'm here to help you understand those challenges, and put things in place to improve things. Those difficulties could include things such as lack of motivation, avoidance, putting things off, overthinking, worry, panic, overwhelm, sleeping difficulties, irritability, low mood, fear, anger. You might be relying more than usual on coping mechanisms you know aren't helpful or long term solutions, relationships might be suffering. Getting to work and functioning might be a challenge.

Maybe the journey isn't about becoming anything. Maybe it's about unbecoming everything that isn't really you, so you can be who you were meant to be all along. Our lives present unique challenges – relationship difficulties, bereavements, life transitions, & chronic symptoms - often creating feelings of frustration, anxiety, & sadness. At such times it is easy to forget that we all need assistance in addressing these challenges, especially as they can often feel overwhelming, or even impossible, to deal with. We all deserve to have support when we are struggling, & often it is specifically this support that allows change to occur.
Maybe the journey isn't about becoming anything. Maybe it's about unbecoming everything that isn't really you, so you can be who you were meant to be all along. Our lives present unique challenges – relationship difficulties, bereavements, life transitions, & chronic symptoms - often creating feelings of frustration, anxiety, & sadness. At such times it is easy to forget that we all need assistance in addressing these challenges, especially as they can often feel overwhelming, or even impossible, to deal with. We all deserve to have support when we are struggling, & often it is specifically this support that allows change to occur.

Coming to therapy can be a difficult decision to make. When we are having difficulty in our lives our thinking can become unclear or unhelpful and we do things that we think might help in the short term, but can perhaps have a negative effect in the long term. This can result in becoming trapped in unhealthy cycles where you may also be experiencing unpleasant emotions. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) can help to unravel the complex human thoughts and emotions that sometimes contribute to being less than at our best, and find new ways of thinking and being to move forward.
Coming to therapy can be a difficult decision to make. When we are having difficulty in our lives our thinking can become unclear or unhelpful and we do things that we think might help in the short term, but can perhaps have a negative effect in the long term. This can result in becoming trapped in unhealthy cycles where you may also be experiencing unpleasant emotions. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) can help to unravel the complex human thoughts and emotions that sometimes contribute to being less than at our best, and find new ways of thinking and being to move forward.
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I am an experienced couples and individuals counsellor. If you are reading this, I imagine you are experiencing some difficult issues in your life. It may be life has recently changed, new challenges have appeared, or you may have always felt life was difficult, and you need to explore issues that are causing you pain and making you feel unhappy. It takes great strength to realise that life’s issues are becoming overwhelming, and together, we can explore your situation and help you understand yourself. I do an immense amount of work with couples regarding relationship issues and goals as well.
I am an experienced couples and individuals counsellor. If you are reading this, I imagine you are experiencing some difficult issues in your life. It may be life has recently changed, new challenges have appeared, or you may have always felt life was difficult, and you need to explore issues that are causing you pain and making you feel unhappy. It takes great strength to realise that life’s issues are becoming overwhelming, and together, we can explore your situation and help you understand yourself. I do an immense amount of work with couples regarding relationship issues and goals as well.

Do you struggle with low self-esteem or feel that you’re not good enough ? Do you tend to focus on others, their needs and forget your own ? Perhaps you are finding a particular situation or life event overwhelming ? You might not be able to pinpoint what exactly is bothering you, you just want clarity and to be able to make positive changes in your life.
Do you struggle with low self-esteem or feel that you’re not good enough ? Do you tend to focus on others, their needs and forget your own ? Perhaps you are finding a particular situation or life event overwhelming ? You might not be able to pinpoint what exactly is bothering you, you just want clarity and to be able to make positive changes in your life.

We are told how important exercise is for our physical well-being, your mental health is no different. Mental health and physical health are interconnected. Stress, anxiety, and depression can manifest as physical symptoms. So, maintaining good mental health can positively influence physical health. Therapy changes lives and for that reason, if you are unhappy, stressed, and not sure what to do, you need to remember that life is short, and you deserve to live the life you want. Put yourself first and do what makes you happy! I will help you become your own therapist, providing you with healthy tools and support tailored for you.
We are told how important exercise is for our physical well-being, your mental health is no different. Mental health and physical health are interconnected. Stress, anxiety, and depression can manifest as physical symptoms. So, maintaining good mental health can positively influence physical health. Therapy changes lives and for that reason, if you are unhappy, stressed, and not sure what to do, you need to remember that life is short, and you deserve to live the life you want. Put yourself first and do what makes you happy! I will help you become your own therapist, providing you with healthy tools and support tailored for you.

Hello. In this busy, hectic world we all need the time and space to stop and check-in on ourselves and our mental well-being. As a qualified counsellor I would like to offer you that safe, non-judgemental space to figure out a way forward in your world. Whether it is trauma from your past, relationship issues, grief, or finding yourself struggling with the here and now, I would like to enable you to find your own solutions, with empathy and compassion.
Hello. In this busy, hectic world we all need the time and space to stop and check-in on ourselves and our mental well-being. As a qualified counsellor I would like to offer you that safe, non-judgemental space to figure out a way forward in your world. Whether it is trauma from your past, relationship issues, grief, or finding yourself struggling with the here and now, I would like to enable you to find your own solutions, with empathy and compassion.

It’s common to feel like something in your life is stuck, overwhelming, or disconnected. You might be navigating tricky relationships or carrying feelings of unprocessed grief. You could even feel trapped in old patterns, unsure of how to find your way forward. I understand this journey all too well, and through a compassionate partnership, I'm here to help you develop the emotional awareness you need to process your experiences. Together, we can create a life that truly aligns with your needs and values. Let’s explore what’s been holding you back and work towards achieving greater clarity, resilience, and self-understanding.
It’s common to feel like something in your life is stuck, overwhelming, or disconnected. You might be navigating tricky relationships or carrying feelings of unprocessed grief. You could even feel trapped in old patterns, unsure of how to find your way forward. I understand this journey all too well, and through a compassionate partnership, I'm here to help you develop the emotional awareness you need to process your experiences. Together, we can create a life that truly aligns with your needs and values. Let’s explore what’s been holding you back and work towards achieving greater clarity, resilience, and self-understanding.

Have you been feeling worried, low in mood, or generally fed up?! Are you ready for things to be different and would like support to get there? I work with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, low mood, trauma, emotion regulation difficulties, and neurodiversity, to name a few. I can provide support using therapies such as CBT, EMDR, and trauma focussed approaches, which I adapt to meet your needs and help you achieve your goal.
Have you been feeling worried, low in mood, or generally fed up?! Are you ready for things to be different and would like support to get there? I work with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, low mood, trauma, emotion regulation difficulties, and neurodiversity, to name a few. I can provide support using therapies such as CBT, EMDR, and trauma focussed approaches, which I adapt to meet your needs and help you achieve your goal.

Do you need a safe, confidential space to be seen and heard? Would you like to explore your feelings and gain a deeper understanding of yourself, your emotions and your reactions to life events? Are you stuck in a rut and wanting to explore how to change your behaviours? Together, we can look at your experiences, your past trauma or adversity and your current challenges and consider new ways of being.
Do you need a safe, confidential space to be seen and heard? Would you like to explore your feelings and gain a deeper understanding of yourself, your emotions and your reactions to life events? Are you stuck in a rut and wanting to explore how to change your behaviours? Together, we can look at your experiences, your past trauma or adversity and your current challenges and consider new ways of being.

Welcome to my profile and thank you for stopping by. I’m guessing you’re here because you think it might be time to tackle your problems... you're tired of how things are and it's time for positive change. Having worked therapeutically with people since 1999, I have lots of experience of treating a whole range of issues, and have supported many people to achieve the health and well-being they always dreamed of. Sometimes it’s hard to believe that change is possible, particularly if the problem’s been around for a long time. I’m here to tell you that, with our mutual hard work and dedication, it really is within your reach.
Welcome to my profile and thank you for stopping by. I’m guessing you’re here because you think it might be time to tackle your problems... you're tired of how things are and it's time for positive change. Having worked therapeutically with people since 1999, I have lots of experience of treating a whole range of issues, and have supported many people to achieve the health and well-being they always dreamed of. Sometimes it’s hard to believe that change is possible, particularly if the problem’s been around for a long time. I’m here to tell you that, with our mutual hard work and dedication, it really is within your reach.
How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in YO12
10+
Average cost per session
£47
Counsellors in YO12 who prioritize treating:
92% | Stress |
83% | Depression |
75% | Anxiety |
67% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Bereavement |
58% | Family Conflict |
58% | Self Esteem |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | AXA PPP |
50% | Aviva |
50% | Bupa |
How Counsellors in YO12 see their clients
83% | In Person and Online | |
17% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
73% | Female | |
27% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in YO12?
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.