Counselling in YO31
My waiting list is currently closed for new counselling clients; however, I have a limited number of spaces available for in-person and online clinical supervision, which I offer alongside my role as a Counselling Manager overseeing a team of counsellors in central York.
I provide supervision for experienced, newly qualified and trainee counsellors who are looking to deepen their knowledge of creative interventions and therapeutic frameworks. I am a down-to-earth practitioner with extensive knowledge and experience in safeguarding, trauma, relationships and abuse (SV, DV, CSA, CSE and spiritual abuse).
My waiting list is currently closed for new counselling clients; however, I have a limited number of spaces available for in-person and online clinical supervision, which I offer alongside my role as a Counselling Manager overseeing a team of counsellors in central York.
I provide supervision for experienced, newly qualified and trainee counsellors who are looking to deepen their knowledge of creative interventions and therapeutic frameworks. I am a down-to-earth practitioner with extensive knowledge and experience in safeguarding, trauma, relationships and abuse (SV, DV, CSA, CSE and spiritual abuse).
I’m a BACP-registered integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, specializing in children and young people. I'm an Autism and ADHD affirming practitioner. If you’re seeking a gentle, nurturing approach for your child, I provide in-person or online sessions, making therapy accessible for those who find attending in person challenging. I have experience helping children and young people navigate issues like bereavement, trauma, anxiety, and family breakdown, offering tailored support for each unique need.
I also offer couples therapy, especially suited to those seeking support from a therapist with a neurodivergent affirming approach.
I’m a BACP-registered integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, specializing in children and young people. I'm an Autism and ADHD affirming practitioner. If you’re seeking a gentle, nurturing approach for your child, I provide in-person or online sessions, making therapy accessible for those who find attending in person challenging. I have experience helping children and young people navigate issues like bereavement, trauma, anxiety, and family breakdown, offering tailored support for each unique need.
I also offer couples therapy, especially suited to those seeking support from a therapist with a neurodivergent affirming approach.
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.
The starting point for how I work is that we are all doing the best we can with what life throws our way. I work with people navigating varied experiences and needs, and I welcome clients of all genders, sexualities, and backgrounds. I’m especially interested in supporting those whose histories have been marked by harm or marginalisation, those caught in patterns shaped by unequal conditions, and those wanting to regulate their nervous system or build more attuned relationships. My work centres compassion, collaboration, and meaning‑making so you can move through the world with greater grounding within yourself.
The starting point for how I work is that we are all doing the best we can with what life throws our way. I work with people navigating varied experiences and needs, and I welcome clients of all genders, sexualities, and backgrounds. I’m especially interested in supporting those whose histories have been marked by harm or marginalisation, those caught in patterns shaped by unequal conditions, and those wanting to regulate their nervous system or build more attuned relationships. My work centres compassion, collaboration, and meaning‑making so you can move through the world with greater grounding within yourself.
I have a particular interest in working with individuals who are experiencing intrusive thoughts and difficult feelings around death (their own or others). This experience is commonly known as death anxiety or thanatophobia. The foundation also specialises in working with people experiencing related difficulties such as being preoccupied by issues of transcience, impermanence, change, ageing and loss. They may also be afflicted by a sense of purposelessness or meaninglessness. People experiencing such difficulties to a significant degree might be said to be experiencing existential or philosophical OCD.
I have a particular interest in working with individuals who are experiencing intrusive thoughts and difficult feelings around death (their own or others). This experience is commonly known as death anxiety or thanatophobia. The foundation also specialises in working with people experiencing related difficulties such as being preoccupied by issues of transcience, impermanence, change, ageing and loss. They may also be afflicted by a sense of purposelessness or meaninglessness. People experiencing such difficulties to a significant degree might be said to be experiencing existential or philosophical OCD.
I understand how difficult and overwhelming it can feel to experience low moods, anxiety or a sense of not being yourself, especially when you don’t fully understand why. It can also be incredibly challenging to get through tough times without the right support. I am passionate about supporting and understanding people and helping them understand themselves.
I work with adults and children in my comfortable room in York (Haxby) and online. My work is tailored to each persons individual needs.
I understand how difficult and overwhelming it can feel to experience low moods, anxiety or a sense of not being yourself, especially when you don’t fully understand why. It can also be incredibly challenging to get through tough times without the right support. I am passionate about supporting and understanding people and helping them understand themselves.
I work with adults and children in my comfortable room in York (Haxby) and online. My work is tailored to each persons individual needs.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, particularly during periods of stress, burnout, or transition. You might be navigating challenges around confidence, identity, or relationships, or noticing patterns you’d like to better understand. Therapy can offer a supportive space to explore these experiences and develop greater clarity, self-understanding, and emotional balance.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, particularly during periods of stress, burnout, or transition. You might be navigating challenges around confidence, identity, or relationships, or noticing patterns you’d like to better understand. Therapy can offer a supportive space to explore these experiences and develop greater clarity, self-understanding, and emotional balance.
Finding the right therapist can be challenging, especially when you're unsure of what you need. I believe that the key to successful therapy lies in the therapeutic relationship. I strive to be genuine and warm and build a trusting and meaningful therapeutic relationship with my clients.
I am a Polyvagal informed therapist - when working with trauma, anxiety or depression, we can identify how your nervous system is responding. We can work to process and heal through a combination of therapeutic interventions, mindfulness and recognition of your physiological and biological responses.
Finding the right therapist can be challenging, especially when you're unsure of what you need. I believe that the key to successful therapy lies in the therapeutic relationship. I strive to be genuine and warm and build a trusting and meaningful therapeutic relationship with my clients.
I am a Polyvagal informed therapist - when working with trauma, anxiety or depression, we can identify how your nervous system is responding. We can work to process and heal through a combination of therapeutic interventions, mindfulness and recognition of your physiological and biological responses.
The counselling I provide offers you the time and space that so many of us need but often lack, especially when life becomes hard or you feel less able to cope as you once did. You may be struggling with depression, low mood, anxiety, low self-esteem, a relationship breakdown, bereavement, or perhaps there is no label that can best describe where you are at right now. Whatever the case and wherever you are at, I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgmental environment for you to begin your counselling journey.
The counselling I provide offers you the time and space that so many of us need but often lack, especially when life becomes hard or you feel less able to cope as you once did. You may be struggling with depression, low mood, anxiety, low self-esteem, a relationship breakdown, bereavement, or perhaps there is no label that can best describe where you are at right now. Whatever the case and wherever you are at, I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgmental environment for you to begin your counselling journey.
I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist accredited with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and an Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) Specialist Mentor undertaking regular clinical supervision. I draw from a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches to create a personalized, flexible, and compassionate treatment plan tailored to your unique needs. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, work stress, relationship challenges, or simply wanting to get to know yourself better, therapy can offer the tools and insights to expand your self-awareness and help you find a better place.
I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist accredited with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and an Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) Specialist Mentor undertaking regular clinical supervision. I draw from a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches to create a personalized, flexible, and compassionate treatment plan tailored to your unique needs. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, work stress, relationship challenges, or simply wanting to get to know yourself better, therapy can offer the tools and insights to expand your self-awareness and help you find a better place.
Hello, I’m Ben, a psychotherapist based in York, and I support people to resolve life and relationship difficulties. If you’ve ever felt trapped, possibly disliking who you have become and feeling others blaming you too; we can work together to make sense of how you came to be the person that you are today, and how to make positive changes in your life- to make you more you. Often we feel life’s pressures, or that there is some is just ‘wrong’ but we are unsure of what ‘it’ is, we can resolve the it - to make you more you. I support clients with childhood trauma, complex diagnosis, as well as seemly day to day issues.
Hello, I’m Ben, a psychotherapist based in York, and I support people to resolve life and relationship difficulties. If you’ve ever felt trapped, possibly disliking who you have become and feeling others blaming you too; we can work together to make sense of how you came to be the person that you are today, and how to make positive changes in your life- to make you more you. Often we feel life’s pressures, or that there is some is just ‘wrong’ but we are unsure of what ‘it’ is, we can resolve the it - to make you more you. I support clients with childhood trauma, complex diagnosis, as well as seemly day to day issues.
I'm an Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist registered with the BACP.
I have 7 years of experience supporting mental health, neurodiversity, complex needs and children, but have in my recent years specialised in working with sexual violence and exploitation with both adults and children. I welcome clients with a wide range of reasons for seeking support - whether it be anxiety, relationships, depression, trauma, bereavement, abuse or self-confidence/self-worth. I will always provide you with a safe space and unconditional support. My first priority is fostering a trusting relationship where you feel seen and safe.
I'm an Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist registered with the BACP.
I have 7 years of experience supporting mental health, neurodiversity, complex needs and children, but have in my recent years specialised in working with sexual violence and exploitation with both adults and children. I welcome clients with a wide range of reasons for seeking support - whether it be anxiety, relationships, depression, trauma, bereavement, abuse or self-confidence/self-worth. I will always provide you with a safe space and unconditional support. My first priority is fostering a trusting relationship where you feel seen and safe.
If you are considering therapy, you are already taking an important step towards understanding yourself and improving your mental wellbeing. I work with a variety of clients who experience different difficulties such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, family challenges, anger issues, difficulties with emotion regulation, grief, perinatal and postnatal mental health difficulties, menopause, body image difficulties, and adjusting to major life changes.
If you are considering therapy, you are already taking an important step towards understanding yourself and improving your mental wellbeing. I work with a variety of clients who experience different difficulties such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, family challenges, anger issues, difficulties with emotion regulation, grief, perinatal and postnatal mental health difficulties, menopause, body image difficulties, and adjusting to major life changes.
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, CAT, 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, CAT, and trauma focussed approaches, which I adapt to meet your needs and help you achieve your goal.
Are you overwhelmed, stuck, or anxious, but want to feel more calm, confident and courageous? Despite working hard, the challenges around relationships, work, and past trauma feel too much. You recognise that the time is right for you to move forward. No-one wants problems to impact on those we love, our mental health and our work. I help you find calm, strength, confidence and courage to enhance your life. I work with individual adults. Are you ready for change? Contact me for a free consultation.
Are you overwhelmed, stuck, or anxious, but want to feel more calm, confident and courageous? Despite working hard, the challenges around relationships, work, and past trauma feel too much. You recognise that the time is right for you to move forward. No-one wants problems to impact on those we love, our mental health and our work. I help you find calm, strength, confidence and courage to enhance your life. I work with individual adults. Are you ready for change? Contact me for a free consultation.
Have you noticed that certain patterns seem to repeat in your life? Perhaps in how you feel internally across different situations, or in your interactions with others, or perhaps you feel stuck and don’t quite know what’s going on, or how you might move forward? You may have thought to yourself “try harder”, or “others can do it, why can’t I?”, or even believe something is “wrong” with you that’s keeping you from the life you wish to live. Whilst these thoughts are shared by many, they aren’t entirely accurate, and therapy with me might help make sense of things, talk through your struggles, and find different ways to move forward.
Have you noticed that certain patterns seem to repeat in your life? Perhaps in how you feel internally across different situations, or in your interactions with others, or perhaps you feel stuck and don’t quite know what’s going on, or how you might move forward? You may have thought to yourself “try harder”, or “others can do it, why can’t I?”, or even believe something is “wrong” with you that’s keeping you from the life you wish to live. Whilst these thoughts are shared by many, they aren’t entirely accurate, and therapy with me might help make sense of things, talk through your struggles, and find different ways to move forward.
It’s 2am and you are scrolling online. Perhaps you (or your young person) feel anxious and low. Maybe you need someone to talk too.
I’m Emma, a BACP registered counsellor based in York. I work with young people and adults struggling with their emotions and experiences.
It’s 2am and you are scrolling online. Perhaps you (or your young person) feel anxious and low. Maybe you need someone to talk too.
I’m Emma, a BACP registered counsellor based in York. I work with young people and adults struggling with their emotions and experiences.
Are you feeling stuck, unheard, unworthy? Are you living your best life, or is something holding you back? Life is challenging at times. Many things can trigger our internal critic, making us believe we are 'less than’ or are failing. We dwell in the past, worrying about mistakes, reliving painful events, remembering unhealthy relationships. It can feel impossible to see a way forward. There are many human emotions - are yours feeling balanced, or are one or two overwhelming the others?
Are you feeling stuck, unheard, unworthy? Are you living your best life, or is something holding you back? Life is challenging at times. Many things can trigger our internal critic, making us believe we are 'less than’ or are failing. We dwell in the past, worrying about mistakes, reliving painful events, remembering unhealthy relationships. It can feel impossible to see a way forward. There are many human emotions - are yours feeling balanced, or are one or two overwhelming the others?
As a psychotherapist, it is a privilege to walk alongside clients who are hoping for change in their lives and relationships. I am a trauma-informed systemic psychotherapist with a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy and therefore understand the dynamics of marital, parental and family relationships. I work collaboratively with clients to understand their inner strengths and resources but, as in any story, I believe that our people, culture and context shape us and are integral to understanding who each of us have become and informs the path to health and wholeness individually, as a couple or family.
As a psychotherapist, it is a privilege to walk alongside clients who are hoping for change in their lives and relationships. I am a trauma-informed systemic psychotherapist with a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy and therefore understand the dynamics of marital, parental and family relationships. I work collaboratively with clients to understand their inner strengths and resources but, as in any story, I believe that our people, culture and context shape us and are integral to understanding who each of us have become and informs the path to health and wholeness individually, as a couple or family.
Hi, thank you for checking out my profile! I'm Jason, a licensed and registered psychotherapist with experience serving the LGBTQ+ community, immigrant communities, the unhoused, and University students. I work in a Narrative style, incorporating elements of Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (or CBT).
I've helped those experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and a variety of other difficulties, including relationship challenges, family conflicts, shame, and questions of identity. I work with individuals and couples (or other relationship structures) of any gender or orientation.
Hi, thank you for checking out my profile! I'm Jason, a licensed and registered psychotherapist with experience serving the LGBTQ+ community, immigrant communities, the unhoused, and University students. I work in a Narrative style, incorporating elements of Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (or CBT).
I've helped those experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and a variety of other difficulties, including relationship challenges, family conflicts, shame, and questions of identity. I work with individuals and couples (or other relationship structures) of any gender or orientation.
How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in YO31
20+
Average cost per session
£60
Counsellors in YO31 who prioritize treating:
| 96% | Anxiety |
| 88% | Depression |
| 81% | Self Esteem |
| 77% | Relationship Issues |
| 73% | Bereavement |
| 69% | Stress |
| 58% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 83% | Aviva |
| 83% | WPA |
| 67% | AXA PPP |
How Counsellors in YO31 see their clients
| 81% | In Person and Online | |
| 19% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 75% | Female | |
| 25% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in YO31?
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.