Counselling & Psychotherapy at The Bay Therapy Centre, West Bridgford, Nottingham

Counselling & Psychotherapy : What to look for.

If you decide to explore private counselling or psychotherapy, check the therapist is registered with a professional body. This means they are committed to good practice, ethical conduct, and continuous learning and development. All of the therapists working at the Centre are qualified, registered with a professional body and insured.

Specialism

If it’s important to you, check if they have a specialism (for example, some therapists specialise in working with particular issues or groups such as younger people, LGBTQ+ people, neurodiversity or survivors of abuse and violence

Type of therapy

You will find that most counsellors/psychotherapists are trained in different models and theoretical approaches and often describe themselves in this way. In practice, most therapists do much the same thing no matter what their training.

Relationship

Research has shown that one of the most important aspects of counselling and psychotherapy is the relationship you form with your therapist. A strong relationship will help you to overcome the challenges you face in the present and to heal from painful events in the past. You may not get the right match initially, but persevere, there will be someone you can work with. Some offer an introductory telephone, teams, or face to face session which might be a consideration for you.

Ways of working

Would you like to meet online, in-person or on the phone? Does the therapist offer blended if you work irregular hours or are they willing to offer different appointment times to fit in with your lifestyle and work patterns? These might be considerations to ensure continuity of therapy.

We have several counsellors and psychotherapists working with different modalities. Take a look at their profiles below. Many have links to their own websites or other professional directories which you may find very useful.

Needing urgent support?

Please note the Centre does not offer emergency or urgent mental health support. If they have space, many of our therapists will see new clients within a week or two of an enquiry, but rarely immediately.

If you are in a mental health crisis and require urgent help, please contact NHS 111 option 2 or the Nottinghamshire Mental Health Crisis Service on 0808 196 3779

If you need immediate support at a place of safety, please attend your nearest Accident and Emergency Department.

James Hawes : Synergy Counselling

Hello and welcome. I am an experienced therapist supporting clients with anger management difficulties, relationship issues, anxiety and a variety of other issues which are highlighted below. I have worked successfully with hundreds of clients from various backgrounds including Nurses, CEO’s, plumbers, engineers, plasterers, accountants, doctors, professional sportsmen, businessmen and women, students, MD’s and hairdressers.

Modern life can be hectic and stressful, stretching mind, body and spirit to breaking point. The result of this pressure can often make us feel out of sync or disjointed causing dis-ease and unhappiness. With my experienced and unique approach I seek to provide the right conditions to help people make sense of what is happening in their inner world enabling them to gain greater acceptance, control and emotional regulation. An important aspect of my work is seeking to support the client to increase their ‘emotional fitness’ by toning up emotional muscles that may have being dormant for many years. During this work clients find themselves beginning to feel more connected, whole and mentally fit.

"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony" Mahatma Gandhi

I am experienced at working with people who are:

EXPERIENCING RELATIONSHIP DIFFICULTIES (e.g. forming intimate relationships, trusting others, giving love and receiving love, letting go, struggling to establish and sustain satisfying relationships).
GRAPPLING WITH IDENTITY ISSUES ( e.g. Low self-image and self esteem, lacking confidence, defensiveness, constant comparisons with others, fearfulness, self-conscious).
FEELING GENERALLY LOW (e.g. “things just don’t seem right”, mood swings, indecisiveness, feeling stressed and anxious, procrastination, feeling stuck, depression).
LACKING MOTIVATION IN LIFE (e.g. feeling flat, lacking direction, low energy or vitality, uncertain, self-doubt, passiveness, self-harm and suicidal thoughts, self-sabotage, depression).
NUMB (e.g. out of touch with feelings, body or core being, feeling ungrounded).
STRUGGLING WITH ANGRY OR VIOLENT BEHAVIOUR (e.g. frustration, moods, bullying, abuse, shouting and verbal outbursts, tension, resentment, obsession, a feeling of being out of control or powerless, hitting things or people, needing anger management).
DEALING WITH GRIEF OR LOSS (e.g. rejection, death of a loved one, trauma, illness, fertility issues).
WORKING THROUGH LIFE TRANSITIONS (e.g. mid-life crisis, doubts about values, changes to personal circumstances, locality change, a sense of feeling lost).
FINDING THE WORKPLACE DIFFICULT (e.g. bullying, confidence issues, lack of motivation, addiction to work, stress).
AWARE OF SEX AND SEXUALITY CONCERNS (e.g. sexual identity, body awareness, gender issues, sexual dysfunction including premature ejaculation, impotence, delayed ejaculation, or experiencing a lack of interest in sex, performance anxiety, loss of passion and sexual arousal).
TRAUMA | experiencing or experienced a traumatic experience and may suffer from PTSD or associated issues.

Mary Wilson : Couples & Relationship Counsellor, MA,MBACP, NCS Accredited

have a flexible approach to my work and I specialise in helping couples who have busy working lives by offering them time and space to work on their relationship and move forward. I currently have no waiting list and have availability in Nottingham. I also work with individuals and families to enable them to clarify their thoughts and feelings in order to make the make the necessary changes to their lives .I offer a professional private service in a comfortable non judgemental atmosphere. I see clients in Nottingham City Centre, Sherwood and West Bridgford. Please do ring 07505471660 with any questions you may have.

I have 13 years experience as couple/relationship a counsellor and I am RELATE trained. I work with clients with a range of problems from different cultures, faiths and sexual orientations and I offer personalised counselling to clients who struggle with affairs and Infidelity, lack of trust and jealousy, separation and divorce, as well as work related stress, life stage changes – for example: retirement/redundancy/mid-life crisis, parenting and bereavement. My background is in Nursing and I worked for over 20 years in the NHS where I gained experience in supporting parents and families through difficult and changing circumstances.

My formal qualifications include:

MA (Merit) Relationship Therapy, University of Hull;

BA (Hons) Education, Nottingham Trent University

Sharon Turner Counselling Services

Individual and Couples therapist experienced in working with change, loss, trauma and relationship difficulties.

Your journey through life’s changes is a chance for self-discovery.

Counselling is an opportunity for self-development and discovery. It can promote growth and healing from many different situations. You may be experiencing a range of issues you are struggling to understand or come to terms which can lead to uncomfortable feelings. Are you experiencing loss or grief? Have you been affected by trauma, either your own or someone else’s? Are you feeling anxious, stressed or depressed, or feeling unable to cope with life’s changes? Difficult feelings can affect work, social and home life; it can affect how you feel about yourself, others and situations. Health issues can bring many different feelings too. These may be current or in the past which are affecting you now. Through counselling you have the opportunity to develop your self-awareness to promote acceptance or change; to learn skills to help you through the difficult times. Counselling gives you the potential to achieve positive growth through exploration in a safe and confidential relationship.

Who I work with and my approach

I work with individuals over sixteen years of age and couples, companies or charities offering face to face and online video appointments. Using a variety of counselling therapies I tailor my approach to your individual needs. Working together, you make the choices of what you bring to sessions and I would like to listen and help you explore the meaning, feelings and emotions behind your difficulties. I believe everyone should have the right to be self-directing so putting you at the heart of our work, I use an eclectic approach to support you to the best of my ability in a non-directive way.

With couples I use a more directive approach as we explore your relationship together. I cover issues such as conflict, affairs, empty nest issues, intimacy issues helping you identify your own and partner’s needs. Whatever difficulties you may be experiencing I can support you as you learn more about yourselves and your relationships.

Where I work and my experience

I am counsellor working in Private Practice based in two centres in Nottingham. My current work is with individuals and couples and a charitable organisation based in Derbyshire providing counselling and workshops for staff and carers. I provide both long and short-term counselling both face to face and online using Zoom. I also provide ad hoc work for a bereavement organisation and have worked with EAP and other charitable organisations in the past. I worked as a volunteer in the NHS for 4 years working with life limiting conditions and issues around loss, coping with change, anxiety, stress, bereavement, suicidal thoughts and depression.

I worked for a charity providing counselling to survivors of rape and sexual abuse, in Lincolnshire and within a university setting, for 2 years working with self-esteem, shame, loss, self-worth, power, boundaries and trauma. Rape and sexual abuse can impact on many areas of a client’s life, and new or current relationships can be affected by past and current violence. I can support you with flashbacks, panic attacks and other trauma related issues.

I offer a safe and confidential space to explore issues that are unique to each client with warmth, empathy within a non-judgmental relationship to empower you to explore issues that are important to you.

Any issues important to you are important to me. I conduct a full assessment to determine your needs within the first session with no obligation for further sessions.

Qualifications and Training

I am an accredited registrant with the National Counselling Society and a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy.

I have a first-class BA (Hons) in Humanistic Counselling Practices with a focus on Understanding Trauma, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and Grief and Loss.

I have a COSRT approved Advanced Certificate in Couples Counselling.

How to contact me

You can telephone or email me to arrange a first appointment. I will send a Contact form by email for you to complete and return to confirm your booking. Sessions can be weekly or fortnightly and payment is in advance. Cancellations require 48 hours’ notice or full fees apply.

Short or long-term counselling considered depending on your needs. EAP work considered.

Yasmin Lawson - Counsellor working with Couples and Individuals

Do you have relationship issues? Perhaps you are in crisis due to infidelity? I am an experienced Relate trained Couples Counsellor. I can help with a wide range of relationship difficulties I am person centred and work in collaboration with my clients to help them find a way to improve their relationships. I also work with clients when one partner may be on the Autistic Spectrum, whether diagnosed or not.

I work with individuals and couples with a range of issues including depression, anxiety and communication problems. I am happy to accompany clients struggling with life questions, feeling stuck and struggling to find a direction. I can also offer support to bereaved clients and have seven years’ experience of working with Cruse Bereavement Care.

If you are troubled or struggling with life and feel that no one understands, give yourself an opportunity to talk through your concerns with me. I am a supportive and patient listener and I can help you explore your issues, resolve them and find your way forward.

I have a Diploma in Biographical Counselling, and have completed training with the Tavistock Institute to become an Accredited Therapist working with Couples with Depression. I also have five years’ experience of working in a GP surgery.

Mark Pearson - Systemic Child and Family Psychotherapist and EMDR practitioner

My name is Mark Pearson. I am a Systemic Child and Family Psychotherapist and accredited EMDR practitioner. I have been qualified and working in NHS Child and Adolescent Mental Health services for over 20 years. The majority of my experience has been with teenagers and their families using both a family approach and individual therapy.

My main areas of practice are :

Anxiety
Low mood and Depression
Emotional Dysregulation
Obsessional thinking and behaviours
Eating disorders
Autistic Spectrum conditions
PTSD, Trauma and distressing thoughts/beliefs
I am also trained in mediation and offer couple therapy and parenting support.

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a therapy technique which identifies and exposes people to distressing or traumatic thoughts that lie ‘unprocessed’ in the memory. These memories are then processed using eye movement and/or hand held ‘tappers’ alongside conversational therapy.

I have been using this technique with adults and young people since qualifying in 2014 and have found it an extremely effective therapy. The feedback from clients has been consistently positive and that it generates change quickly.

I think my ‘style’ as a therapist has developed in relation to the feedback I have received from my clients. I like to adopt a positive ‘forward facing’ approach which looks to ‘move people on’ at a speed they can manage whilst also recognising how challenging therapy can be. Systemic Psychotherapy recognises that the solutions to the difficulties we face are already within us and emerge in the conversational space opened by the therapist. A carefully constructed questioning style is used to help clients see things from a different perspective which opens the possibility of change.

Andrea Daykin, C.Psychol, AFBPsS – PSYCHOLOGY & CAT PSYCHOTHERAPY SERVICE

A little about me:

Hello, my name is Andrea. I am a BPS Chartered and HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist, UKCP Registered Psychotherapist in Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) and ACAT Accredited Supervisor in CAT. I have 20 years’ experience working in a range of settings within the NHS which has given me a wealth of experience of helping adults with a range of issues including anger, low mood, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. Alongside my NHS work I ran a small private practice for 6 years where I have seen people for a range of issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, work related stress, grief and loss. Since 2020 I have been working full time in private practice.

What is CAT and can it help you?

CAT is a therapy where your therapist works with you rather than ‘telling’ you. We decide together how many sessions you are likely to need to reach your goals. It is a relational approach which means we work together to develop a shared understanding of your difficulties and what you would like to change. We explore the way you think, feel and act and how your experiences earlier in life underlie these. Having a diagnosis is not important to access CAT, so you don’t have to consider yourself to have a mental health problem for CAT to help you make changes to your life.

Common issues that people wish to work on include:

feeling like your friendships or relationships are one sided and that you are always there to support others;
constantly striving to be the best you can be and then feeling disappointed or like you have failed in some way;
going along with what others want and feeling like your own needs are not important;
feeling angry, anxious or low in mood and not sure where these feelings come from.

I have received training in other therapeutic approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), which I can incorporate into your therapy. This helps to ensure the work we are doing together is tailored to your specific needs and helps you to achieve your goals.

How long is a CAT therapy?

Therapy is typically 16 sessions, but longer or shorter therapies can be offered depending on your needs and circumstances. I work at the Centre on Wednesdays.

I am also able to offer the following to healthcare professionals:

Personal therapy for CAT practitioner & psychotherapy trainees
Personal therapy for trainee and qualified psychologists (clinical, forensic, counselling)
Personal CAT reformulations
Clinical supervision
CAT supervision
Training and consultation to other professionals or services
Psychological formulation

Hannah Luck, Relationship Counsellor & Psychosexual Therapist

Counselling for individuals, couples and families.

Perhaps you are having difficulties in your relationship with your partner or your family? I am an experienced psychotherapist and I specialise in relationship issues and sexual difficulties.

About me – how I can help

If you are experiencing difficulties, feeling confused or stuck and not sure how to change or move forward in yourself and/or in your relationships, then perhaps counselling is going to help you. I offer a safe and supportive space in which you can reflect on what is going in your life and help you understand yourself and your relationships more clearly and work towards any changes you would like to make. I offer a non-judgemental, supportive stance and I will always work hard to provide a service that suits the client and that is both ethical and compassionate.

My approach

I am an integrative therapist which means I combine elements of different therapeutic theories. My practice is mostly based on two key approaches: family therapy (how we interact with others) and psychodynamic theory (our inner thoughts and beliefs from childhood to the present). I use techniques from other theories such as Transactional Analysis, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Brief Solution Focused Therapy. The tools and techniques I draw on depend on the client’s presenting problems and our agreed goals for therapy

My experience and training

I have an MA in Relationship Therapy and I work with individuals, couples and families at Relate Nottinghamshire. I am a qualified sex therapist with a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychosexual Therapy. I am also qualified to work with Compulsive Sexual Behaviour having gained a Post-graduate Diploma with Paula Hall. Prior to becoming a psychotherapist, I worked as a Communications Manager and I have experience of working in the private sector, public sector and the third sector.

Sue Clinton - Counsellor and psychotherapist / trainer. Dip IIP, PGCE, MNCS Acred.

Are you struggling with emotional difficulties, and would appreciate talking with a qualified counsellor? Do you struggle with low mood, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem and confidence, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, managing change?

I offer a safe space for you to talk and explore ways to move forward. We would work together to raise your awareness and understanding, and process your difficulties. You may want to understand better how the past can influence current thoughts and behaviours. You may want to express your feelings, and explore some possible solutions to improve your situation. You may want to manage your stress better and feel more relaxed, and more able to cope with daily challenges. Counselling is not only about problems, but can also be helpful in learning more about yourself, and increase a sense of identity and belonging.

I can offer face to face counselling appointments for young people and adults at The Bay Therapy Centre in West Bridgford, Nottingham. Online remote counselling is also available, anywhere in the UK. Home visits may be possible in certain circumstances.

I could also offer your organisation or local community group some training sessions or workshops in mental wellbeing, stress management, relaxation, etc.

I am a qualified counsellor with a Diploma in Adlerian Counselling and Psychotherapy. I am an accredited registrant professional member of the National Counselling Society (NCS), also the Adlerian Institute of Individual Psychology (ASIIP), which is an organisational member of BACP. I adhere to the BACP and NCS code of practice and ethics. These counselling bodies maintain counselling standards.

I am fully insured, with a DBS, and have regular clinical supervision.

As a counsellor, my experience includes supporting individuals with depression and anxiety, managing stress, grief and loss, managing long-term health conditions, attachment difficulties, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse.

I have experience of supporting individuals with a variety of mental health problems, having previously worked as a registered mental health nurse in the NHS for over 20 years. I have counselled in primary and secondary schools, a local counselling service, a charity for individuals affected by cancer, a charity offering counselling for children and young people, and for The Children’s Society supporting children and young people who are affected by sexual abuse. I also have experience of teaching young people and adults in mental health, and health and social care subjects, and I also offer training sessions and therapeutic group workshops.

Previous clients have found me to be calm, patient, approachable, understanding, non-judgmental, and encouraging.

Sessions are 50 minutes. I offer a free 15-minute phone conversation before booking your first appointment, to discuss how counselling might meet your needs. You could email any questions for me if you prefer.

Fees – 50 minute sessions. £45 per counselling session (individual). £55 (couples/families). £40 remote online/telephone session. Concessions may be available. Cancellations within 24 hours, may incur a fee.

Nisih Freeman : Willow Counselling & Psychotherapy

About me

Hello, I’m Nisih. I am a qualified person-centred counsellor, which means you—or your child—are at the very heart of our work together.

I firmly believe that you are the true expert on your own life. My role is to walk alongside you, offering a safe, supportive, and deeply understanding space as you navigate your challenges. We will always work at your pace, entirely tailored to what feels most comfortable and helpful for you.

Areas of experience

While I support clients through a wide range of life challenges, a significant part of my practice is dedicated to supporting neurodivergent individuals. I also have extensive experience working with bereavement and loss within a hospice setting.

I am experienced in supporting adults, children, and young people facing a wide range of challenges, including:

Anxiety and depression
Trauma and relationship difficulties
Self-harm and suicidal thoughts
Bullying and low self-esteem
Sexual abuse
Work or school-related stress

How I work

Children and young people

For children and young people, talking directly about big, heavy emotions can sometimes feel daunting. To make therapy feel approachable and safe, I often incorporate creative, non-verbal ways to explore feelings. Depending on what resonates with them, our sessions might involve:

Creative Expression: Using arts, crafts, drawing, puzzles, or storytelling to create a gentle, safe distance from overwhelming topics.
Somatic & Nature Practices: Taking walks in nature, or practising simple breathing and mindfulness techniques to help soothe anxious feelings.
Traditional Talking Therapy: If they prefer to just sit and talk, that is perfectly fine too.

The most important thing is that your child feels in control of their sessions and completely comfortable with how we work together.

Adults

For adults, our sessions provide a confidential, warm, and entirely non-judgmental environment. Together, we will work to make sense of your experiences, unpack complex thoughts and feelings, develop practical coping strategies, and find a meaningful way to move forward.

My Philosophy

I truly believe that growth and healing happen when we connect with our emotions and feel genuinely accepted for exactly who we are. In our sessions, you will be met with warmth, authenticity, and complete acceptance. My commitment is to build a therapeutic relationship rooted in trust, where you feel safe enough to explore even the most painful parts of your story.

Training and academic background

I am a trauma-informed practitioner. I have an MA in Person-centred counselling, an MSc in Psychology (Conversion), and a PhD in Finance. I am a Registered member (411406) of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) as well as a Graduate member (571094) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).

Session length and fees

Each session is 50 minutes long, and I charge £55 per session.

HearingYou Psychotherapy : Susanne Sklepek-Hatton, MSc, M.A., BA (Hons), MUKCP (Accred.)

Why therapy?

You may seek therapy at a life crossroad where you are feeling stuck with a seemingly unsolvable conflict. You may want to come to therapy because you feel too much (including triggers and phobias) or nothing at all and as a result you might have developed addictive and/or compulsive behaviours that can also make you feel ashamed and lonely. You may simply need help to gain clarity on the future of a particular relationship or a major life decision, such as a change in career. You might have been impacted by external life circumstances (divorce, career change, bereavement, COVID) that have challenged your sense of who you are.

How can I help?

I will sit with you in a safe, confidential space, listen to you and together we will get to know your inner world, however messy, complex and conflicted it may seem to begin with. By hearing all of you with warmth and empathy we will gain a sense of how you got to where you are. There might be conflicting parts within your world (especially those that drive behaviour that you don’t like, that is seemingly ‘not you’) that need to be heard with empathy and care, to allow you to move forward in your life with purpose, agency and a sense of wholeness. For some people, this might mean going back to their childhood and addressing unresolved trauma that has left a lifelong imprint on their life and behaviour whilst others choose to work with the here and now only. In most cases we move between the two, always at the pace and at a depth that is right for you.

My training and experience

Following previous careers in higher education and the arts, I feel lucky and privileged to have found my own professional ‘home’ in training as Person-Centred and Experiential Psychotherapist at the Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute (MSc, Distinction). My training included several years of undergoing my own personal therapy which gave my my own experience of the deeply transformative effects of feeling seen, heard and ‘felt’ in a safe therapeutic space.

I have experience working with a wide range of clients of different genders, ages, sexual orientations and cultures with varied presentations and depth of issues. I have undertaken additional training that has allowed me to work with clients who have experienced individual or long-term childhood trauma and/or whose needs as children were not met by their caregivers. I also have experience working with clients with Autism and ADHD and I am particularly interested in the intersection between trauma and neurodivergence (whether self or externally diagnosed). I am currently participating in an ongoing programme called SBSM (Smart Body/ Smart Mind) that is focused on post-traumatic nervous system healing and the return to an embodied, purposeful way of being.

Amongst others I have undertaken training in the following areas:

Working with Shame
Working with Child Sexual Abuse – Hope for Healing
When Trauma Gets Stuck
Working with Trauma Triggers and Flashbacks
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Working with Trauma Memory
Inner Child Workshop
IFS in Action: Leading Clients to Self Leadership
Understanding & Working With Autistic Clients in Therapy
ADHD, Neurodiversity, and Clinical Practice
Polyvagal Theory in Action

I am accredited with the UKCP and I adhere to their codes and ethical framework. I have full professional indemnity insurance and enhanced DBS clearance.

I am a full clinical member of the following organisations:

UKCP: Registered Clinical Member of the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy.

HIPC: Registered Clinical Member of the Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy College.

SPTI: Graduate Member of the Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute

Alison McLauchlan : Counselling & Neurodivergent Coaching

Hello, I’m Alison (she/her) and I am an experienced Counsellor and Neurodivergent Coach. I have a Masters in Person Centred Therapy, am a qualified Executive Function Coach and a member of the BACP.

Are you struggling with day to day life or have you lost a sense of who you are? Life can be challenging at times and we can feel undervalued or misunderstood. Many of us find it difficult to process these experiences on our own. I hope to facilitate a space where you feel accepted and able to work through the issues that are causing you distress.

I believe that everyone is capable of positive and lasting change, no matter how hidden that may seem at the moment. We are each completely unique and process what happens to us in our own way. I will offer you a confidential and non judgemental space, where I hope to empower you in a process of self understanding, to help you reconnect with yourself and your sense of self worth and to support your ability to make choices and explore more effective ways of living.

Autistic burnout is increasingly common due to masking and trying to conform to a social and work environment not built to consider Neurodivergent needs. Often people with ADHD have issues with inhibition, impulsivity, procrastination and would like strategies to manage these traits and live and work more effectively. The aim of ND coaching is to harness your strengths and overcome challenges, to enable you to live more effectively. Through acceptance of your ND self, coaching enables you to live in a more authentic way, without needing to mask in the workplace or social settings. ND Coaching can be funded through Access to Work.

One of the hardest steps can be reaching out and asking for help, especially if you’re not used to it. If you would like to explore whether we’d work well together, please contact me to arrange a free introductory 30 minute on-line appointment. I want therapy and the therapy space to be as inclusive and accessible as possible, so please let me know of any needs you may have

I offer discounts for students, those on low wage and trainee counsellors.

Dr Victoria Horwood (BSc (Hons), MSc, DClinPsy),

🌟 Welcome to Horwood Psychology with Dr. Victoria Horwood, HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist

With over 12 years of experience in both NHS and private sectors, I specialize in trauma, emotional/relational difficulties, and mental health across all age groups.

✨ Evidence-Based Approaches: My practice is firmly grounded in the scientific evidence base. I provide individually tailored psychological assessment and interventions, drawing from psychological therapies such as EMDR, DBT, ACT, CBT, and CFT. From depression and anxiety to PTSD, complex trauma, phobias, grief, OCD and various life challenges, I’ve worked with a broad spectrum of mental health difficulties.

Offering an empathic, non-judgmental, and safe space, I help clients explore their perspectives and develop a deeper understanding of themselves. Together, we focus on ‘what has happened to them’ rather than ‘what is wrong with them.’ My expertise in complex trauma, attachment difficulties, and EMDR therapy, assists clients in recognising and understanding different ‘parts’ of themselves shaped by past experiences to help them reach their full potential and achieve their therapy goals. Connect with Me: Book a free 15-minute consultation via Zoom to explore how we can work together towards your goals.

Hanna Seely : Lastinglight Counselling

Since qualifying over two and a half years ago, I have worked with adults in private practice and as a school counsellor across several secondary schools in Nottinghamshire. With just under a decade of experience working in the education sector, I have come to specialise in developmental theory within my counselling practice. This focuses on helping adults to shift old behavioural, emotional and thought patterns they may have developed in childhood or adolescence which are no longer serving them. This work can also allow the client to process past experiences and help them to be more present in their current lives and relationships. I have experience working with a variety of issues, such as: anxiety, depression, stress, bereavement, low self-esteem, low confidence, relationship issues, self-harm, suicidal thoughts or ideation and more.

I am an integrative counsellor, meaning that I practice several different counselling modalities: CBT, Person-Centred Counselling, Psychodynamic Counselling, Gestalt, Transactional Analysis. This means that I can cater to each individual in relation to their needs, preferences, personality and history. I can work with a talk-based approach, a practical/ exercise- based approach, or a mixture depending on what you would feel most comfortable with. Depending on what you require help with, we can decide together whether a goal-based approach or open-ended approach would be suited to your counselling experience.

If you have any questions or would like further details, please get in touch. Thank you for taking the time to read this and I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Prices:

£55 per 50-minute session (or £297 if booking a block of 6 sessions).

£49.50 per 50-minute session for college students (18+), undergraduates, or trainee counsellors.

Available Mondays (10am-7pm) and Tuesdays (12pm-8pm).

A little about me……..

Elspeth Hall MBACP - Supernova Therapy

If you are struggling, I am here to listen and to navigate these waters with you. I offer remote and face to face counselling which is trauma-informed, intersectional, and empowerment based.

Much of my work is with clients who have experienced trauma such as sexual or domestic violence (recent or historical). I have experience working with LGBTQ+ and TBI clients on all issues, including exploring gender dysphoria, discrimination, and systemic abuse. Our sessions will be client-led, guided by you, and we will work at your pace. I incorporate a number of different approaches into my work in order to tailor it personally to you and what you feel you need. I work with all ages, children and young people are welcome.

Starting therapy can be a daunting experience, especially if you are a member of a marginalised group. It is very important to me that my therapy is based within an understanding of intersectionality and how systemic prejudice affects individuals in a complex way, often compounding the trauma you might face. You can feel reassured that your space with me is a place where you can express yourself freely.

In my practise I endeavour to create a safe space where I enter into your unique sphere of existence. I will frequently use metaphor as a vehicle to explore your innermost feelings and lay them out between us, enabling us both to make sense of them. I use a holistic approach to explore you as your entire being, the bigger picture of you, rather than a clinical deconstruction that reduces you to diagnosis or acronyms.

I work with all clients from all walks of life, backgrounds, professions, and presenting issues, and I have years of experience in working with trauma and sexual violence. I recognise the complexity of trauma and the impact it can have on someone’s life, that it is often multi-faceted, a complicated tapestry with no simple beginning or end. This journey may take us through your relationships (past and present), as well as deconstructing harmful myths and narratives that may have disempowered you.

I am fully qualified and currently working towards accreditation with the BACP.

I welcome clients with neurodiverse traits to please contact me to discuss how best we can navigate therapy together. Just because you may be non-verbal or communicate in an “unconventional” manner does not mean your emotional experiences are less valid or less worthy of being authentically explored.

Naheed Chowdhery : Counselling and Psychotherapy

About me and my practice

Welcome, my name is Naheed, and I am a Humanistic Integrative therapist, working from Nottingham, in-person, and online. We can all experience dissatisfaction within our relationships at some period within our lives. Sometimes we need support to understand what we are feeling and struggle with anxiety and depression or feel trapped. I am committed to providing support within a safe, empathic, and confidential space where you can explore your experience with respect and understanding. I have an in-depth understanding of the experiences of being a daughter, sister, mother, wife, or friend and can offer fresh insight to familiar patterns.

I can help identify your relational patterns, manage stress & anxiety, build self-esteem & confidence, help process traumatic experiences and understand complex feelings. I offer culturally attuned therapy to women from a variety of backgrounds often very different to my own. I respect our differences recognising that we may also share similarities, yet we will all have our unique life experiences and challenges.

My priority is to create a genuine, warm, and non-judgmental therapeutic space, where you can, at your own pace unpack and explore your feelings. If you would like to identify with yourself better or develop your self-awareness to improve your relationships, or need a compassionate safe space, then I am here to listen, understand and support you.

Qualifications/Accreditations:

I have a BSc Hons in Counselling and Psychotherapy gained from The Sherwood Psychotherapy Institute (SPTI).

I am registered member of the BACP and adhere to their ethical framework.

Theoretical Approach:

Integrative, Humanistic

Experience/Professional Details:

I work in person here at The Bay and from a location in Nottingham city centre. I also offer remote sessions using a mutually suitable platform and can also offer telephone counselling.

Our work together can be on a long- or short-term basis and can be flexible with regards to timings.

I have had experience working as a student counsellor at Bilborough College, however for the past two years I have been working as an associate psychotherapist with the Nottingham Counselling Service, a registered charity based in the city centre where I have supported women with their experiences of relational trauma past and present, development of self-identity and feelings of shame, anxiety, and depression. Currently I am working in private practice in Nottingham.

I undertake regular supervision with a BACP registered supervisor. I like to keep abreast of new and developing research frequently updating my skills through continued professional development workshops.

Issues I work with include but are not limited to:

Anxiety,
Childhood sexual abuse,
Abandonment,
Trauma,
Depression,
Panic attacks,
Individuating from parents
Stress,
Racial identity,
Shame,
Cultural identity

Work related stress,
Self-harm Suicidal thoughts,
Family related stress,
Bereavement, grief & loss,
Sexual and emotional abuse,
Loneliness,
Relationship problems,
Low self-esteem,
Childlessness

Fee structure:

Complementary initial 15-20-minute phone call, (ask me anything that will help you to understand the process of therapy, there are no silly questions).

£55 per 50-minute session for individuals.

Please feel free to contact me and leave a message. I aim to reply to all enquiries within 24-36 hours.
naheed.therapy@gmail.com
07871276939
https://www.instagram.com/naheed.therapy/

Dr Kerry Cope: Clinical Psychologist and EMDR therapist

I am a Clinical Psychologist and EMDR therapist with over 15 years experience of supporting people with mental health difficulties. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, anger, low mood, grief, self-esteem, and trauma reactions including PTSD.

Although I offer support for a range of difficulties, my areas of special interest are in supporting individuals with traumatic experiences, as well as mental health difficulties experienced in the perinatal period.

I am trained and experienced in a variety of psychological models. I work in an integrative manner, drawing upon these models to create a individualised plan specific to your wants and needs. The main models I use include Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I am also a trained facilitator in the Circle of Security Parenting Programme. This is an attachment-based parenting education programme that helps parents better understand and build on their relationships with their children, by supporting parents to understand their children’s emotional world.

I am able to offer sessions on Fridays during working hours. I also have limited availability for online sessions on a Tuesday evening. For more information regarding services I provide, and how I work, please visit my website (link below).

Anna Haynes : Counsellor

I run a trauma informed service and I specialise in trauma work, abuse, substance misuse and neuro-divergent counselling services, however I work with a very wide range of issues: depression, anxiety, anger, bereavement, bullying, self-esteem, relationships, stress, women’s services.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, confused, or anxious, know that you’re not alone. It’s understandable to feel scared, depressed, or sad, and it can be difficult to know where to start on the path towards healing. That’s why I offer a warm and supportive therapeutic space where you can feel heard, seen, and understood.

I believe in the power of compassion and non-judgmental listening. You don’t have to face your struggles alone – I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey, offering unconditional positive regard and helping you make sense of your overwhelming emotions. I am fully insured and a member of BACP and I adhere to their code of conduct.

I am trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Gestalt, mindfulness, breath work, and art therapy. These approaches offer unique and powerful tools for exploring and processing emotions, gaining insight into patterns of behaviour and thought, and fostering personal growth and transformation. Whether you prefer talk therapy, creative expression, or a combination of approaches, I can work with you to find the modalities that best suit your needs and goals. It’s important to note that everyone’s experience with therapy and these modalities is unique, and what works for one person may not work for another.

I offer a 15 minutes free introductory call during which we can understand if I can help. This can be done over phone, Teams, Zoom or Skype. I usually have availability for these same day if needed. I am available Monday to Thursday for online sessions from 16:30 to 20:30 (last session at 19:30). I am available face to face Saturdays at The Bay Therapy Centre from 08:30 to 16:00, last session at 15:00.

My fees are as follows:

£95/session for online sessions

£95/session for face-to-face sessions

£45/session – A limited number of concessionary sessions available for those who are currently facing financial difficulties.

My preferred mode of contact is email, as at times I am unable to answer calls which have not been prebooked as I am either in session or doing admin work. Please send me an email and I will answer as soon as possible, usually no later than same day.

Emma Thomas, Person-Centred Psychotherapist and Perinatal Counsellor

About me

Hi, I’m Emma. I work as a Psychotherapist and Perinatal / Maternity Counsellor, both in-person at the Bay Therapy Centre and remotely by telephone or video call. I live locally and balance my work with a busy family life.

Prior to training as a psychotherapist, I worked as a midwife in the NHS for 20 years. I feel privileged to have been involved in both professions and think there is a great deal of crossover between the two. I feel my skills lie in building trusting relationships at depth with people and communicating with compassion and empathy.

Person-Centred Psychotherapy

For me, the beauty of counselling is that it is a protected space just for you, to be able to say exactly what you feel and to explore what is troubling you, without the fear of any impact on the other person – like you might have with friends or family.

I have trained in the Person-Centred approach which centres around the idea that everyone has the resources and ability to change and develop positively, given the right environment. As a counsellor my aim is to provide this environment by developing a relationship with clients in which they feel safe and heard and feel able to explore whatever they need to, without judgment.

I have experience of working with a diverse range of clients and presenting issues. I offer both short and long-term counselling, with a flexible approach based on individual client need.

Perinatal counselling

As a midwife I understand how the maternity system works in depth and use this alongside my counselling skills to support people with all aspects of pregnancy / birth or the postnatal period. Some areas I cover include:

Anxiety in pregnancy or fear of giving birth (tokophobia)
Negative experiences in labour or birth / birth trauma – anything that left you feeling frightened, vulnerable or out of control can be difficult to process and resolve
Loss of a baby or stillbirth
Infertility / miscarriage
Subsequent pregnancy following loss of a baby (rainbow baby)
Unresolved feelings about pregnancy or birth – whatever the outcome
Adapting to being a parent – this can be a huge and overwhelming life change

I also work with birth partners and wider family members. I think the impact of pregnancy, birth and parenthood on partners and grandparents is underestimated, particularly when there has been a sad outcome.

Training and Experience

I trained to masters level in my midwifery career and I have an MSc in Person-Centred and Experiential Psychotherapy. I am an accredited member of the UKCP (UK Council for Psychotherapy) and adhere to their ethical guidelines. I have undertaken training with the Foundation for infant Loss and am a Rainbow Baby Specialist.

Contact

Please feel free to contact me by email initially and we can have a chat about how we could work together

Ellie Meakin – Luna Counselling

I am a qualified Psychotherapeutic Counsellor with many years of experience working with children, teens and adults in counselling, educational and care settings. I work with individuals and also with families for family therapy. I have particular experience working with autism, self-awareness and relationship patterns. I have my levels 2, 3, 4 and 5 (diploma) in Psychotherapeutic Counselling and Level 1 in Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy. I also have a degree in Theology and Religious Studies and Sociology.

I work with topics including neurodivergence, anxiety, burnout, depression, low mood, relationships, childhood trauma, bereavement, self-awareness, emotional regulation, processing change, relationship difficulties.

I work from a pluralistic approach which means I am trained in multiple different kinds of therapy. I get to know each client and their needs and we tailor their counselling to suit them individually, this can include looking at what’s affecting them now, understanding their past and any previous patterns that may be affecting them now and also looking at where they want to be in the future and how we can get them there.

I offer a free initial 10-15 min telephone call to have a chat, go over any questions and see if we’re a good fit. After this, sessions are 50 minutes long and are held on Mondays-Wednesdays (daytime and evenings) and can be in person, online or via tel. I also hold an updated Enhanced DBS Certificate.

Accredited Registrant of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)

Accredited Registrant on the register for Children and Young People (NCPS CYPT)

Jatinder Purwaha : BSc MA Accredit MBACP MBABCP MBCT CBT, Mindfulness & Integrative Psychotherapist, EMDR Clinician for Trauma

My name is Jatinder Purwaha. I am a qualified CBT, Mindfulness and Integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. Also, I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) I have been running my practice in Nottingham since 2005; I am a qualified Mindfulness therapist and trainer, offer the most effective way to deal with depression and anxiety. My specialist area of work is Depression, Stress and Anxiety, addiction, Sexuality, Sexual abuse, Trauma, PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) and relationship issues. I also help people with cultural issues, especially in Asian families and their values. I work with individuals, couple and also facilitate groups. Most of my work is time-limited, I also work on a long-term basis as well.

I also provide telephone counselling and Skype

Training, qualifications & experience

BSc Psychology, MSc Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy, PG Dip Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) Clinician.

Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Trainer and Coach.

Training in Supervision

Additional languages

Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu

Catherine Groombridge : Psychotherapist

We all experience times in our lives when we need a safe place to ground ourselves, learn new ways of coping and navigate the path ahead. In order for life to evolve and unfold in a way that we can reach our potential, we sometimes need to be supported and taught techniques to cope and be empowered.

I have been supporting people as a Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist for 13 years and still love meeting and helping each person to achieve their goals.
I am a fully qualified therapist in Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy, Emotional Freedom Therapy (EFT) and Mindfulness. I can work with you to make positive changes in a safe, non-judgemental environment and empower you with techniques that you can continue to use throughout your life.

I have experience working with all age groups, particularly young people.
I have successfully helped people with a whole range of trauma and phobias. There are techniques which in some cases can eliminate a phobia which has been preventing the person from living a life free from fear, within a few sessions.
If you are someone who has experienced trauma which causes you pain and discomfort, I can help you to release this safely in order for you to rebuild your life into one that you want and deserve to live.
We will take things steadily and plan a way forward, together.

Becky Goddard-Hill (BA, MA, PG Dip Psychotherapy MBACP) Children and Teens Psychotherapist

Hi I am Becky Goddard-Hill, an experienced post-graduate qualified psychotherapist and registered member of BACP. I am also the author of 16 books on emotional health and wellbeing for children and teens all published by Harper Collins.

I specialise in working with young people aged 4-18. I offer a warm and supportive environment to help them work through their issues and to grow in confidence and clear thinking.

I will build a relationship with a young person in which they feel safe and secure to share their struggles then work closely with them to build long-term coping strategies at a pace and in a way they find manageable.

My goal is to help them feel empowered to make positive changes in their life and develop self-understanding and emotional regulation so they can make decisions calmly and clearly.

I work in a person-centred way and I often use play, creativity, and CBT strategies within my work.

I am happy to work with young people no matter what their presenting issue and I am confident and experienced in working with neurodivergent young people.

Please feel free to contact me for an initial chat or email (details below).

Roxanne Freeman : Accredited Psychotherapist, EMDR Therapist, Accredited and Certified Hypnotherapist, Life Coach, and Clinical Supervisor

I am Roxanne Freeman, a fully qualified and experienced Accredited Psychotherapist, EMDR Therapist, Accredited and Certified Hypnotherapist, Life Coach, and Clinical Supervisor.

I offer a bespoke, tailor-made service to clients, drawing from a range of different modalities depending on your presenting issues and what you aim to achieve from therapy.

My approach incorporates various techniques from Psychotherapy, EMDR, and Hypnotherapy to help you heal and start living a more fulfilling life. You are provided with a space to process trauma, address anxiety, or overcome negative behaviours that may be hindering your ability to live your best life. Whether you seek to enhance your already successful life with more self-belief and confidence or need support in dealing with specific challenges, I am here to assist.

Seeking support can be overwhelming and anxiety-provoking. I want to reassure you that you will be met with a friendly, warm, non-judgmental, and safe space.

With 20 years of experience as a therapist, I have helped thousands of individuals achieve their ultimate goals in various areas.

Laura Halliwell : Counsellor

As a person-centred counsellor I fully immerse myself in your world, and I commit to working with you, whatever struggles you face. I offer an open encounter where I help foster in you a greater sense of self-worth and agency. I practice a non-directive approach where I listen, helping you to hear your own needs and realise what changes you want to make.

My work has supported those facing multiple struggles, notably:

grief,
depression,
loneliness,
infidelity,
the processing of new diagnoses,
anxiety,
suicidal ideation,
self-esteem struggles,
relationship complexities,
and control around alcohol, weight and compulsive behaviours.

I work anti-diagnostically, believing that these behaviours often make sense in the context of your life, but that together, the therapeutic relationship can help you develop an understanding about where these behaviours and thoughts originate, and how you might develop more helpful behaviours in the future.

Making time for yourself begins the process of self-care, and whatever tangled struggle you manage, I endeavour to be alongside you, no difficulty being too big or too small. Shame grows in the darkness, so together I will bring light and love, to help you move in the direction your authentic self seeks. I believe it is the relationship that heals.

I am typically available on a Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

Kymm Stroud: Child, Adult and Fertility Counsellor

I am a counsellor based in Nottingham, and I work with adults, children and young people, from ages 5 and upwards. Clients seek me out for all sorts of reasons. Your issue might feel like a ball of wool – a jumble – you’re not sure where the start is, or the end, or how it even got that way. Counselling is about feeling safe enough to express your feelings through art, play, or talking with someone who can help you unpick your issue, at your own pace, helping you to understand yourself, in partnership with a counsellor who can give you the conditions to allow you to help yourself. I specialise in counselling children , and counselling around issues such as miscarriage, baby loss and fertility , parenting support , parent and child joint sessions and counselling in schools.

I am a BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) registered counsellor with over 20 years experience, as well as over 25 years working with children and families. I am also a member of BICA (British Infertility Counselling Association). I have worked in a variety of settings including Framework supporting adults with mental health issues, Sure Start supporting families, Women’s Aid supporting women experiencing domestic abuse, and Family Care counselling children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse. In addition, I have counselled adults and children with a variety of issues. I have an enhanced DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service), renewed regularly.

These are the main areas of counselling and support that I offer.

Child and Young Person Counselling
Adult Counselling
Parenting support
Joint Parent and Child Counselling
Miscarriage, Stillbirth, Baby loss and Fertility Counselling

Jen Green (PGDip, MBACP, LLB) Couple and Individual Psychodynamic Psychotherapist

About Me
I’m a qualified psychodynamic psychotherapist working with couples and individuals in Nottingham, London and online. My specialist focus is relationships. I trained at Tavistock Relationships, where I now work as a Visiting Clinician, Assessor and Academic Tutor, alongside my private practice.

Before becoming a therapist, I worked as a solicitor in London and went onto specialise in conflict resolution and mediation. I’ve also supported young people and families through charities including Childline and NSPCC. Helping people build healthier, more connected relationships is at the heart of my work.

My Approach
I offer a warm, thoughtful and non-judgmental space to explore relationship difficulties, emotional patterns and life challenges. I work psychodynamically, helping people understand the deeper patterns, beliefs and ways of relating that can keep them feeling stuck. Therapy can support lasting change, clearer communication and more fulfilling relationships.

I work with couples and individuals on issues including:
• communication difficulties and recurring conflict
• unhealthy relationship patterns or fear of intimacy
• separation, divorce and betrayal
• infidelity and affairs
• intimacy and sexual difficulties
• becoming parents, blended families, empty nesting
• the emotional impact of fertility problems
• navigating life transitions such as relocation, redundancy, retirement
• grief, bereavement and loss

You don’t need to attend with a partner to benefit from relationship therapy.

Getting Started
I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to talk about your situation and answer any questions. If it feels like a good fit, we can arrange a 75-minute consultation to explore things in more depth and think together about how therapy could help.

Sessions are available online or in-person from my private practice in Nottingham, NG2.

You can find further information about me and my practice on my website, or feel welcome
to get in touch direct.

Karrin White : Counsellor & CBT Therapist

Hi, my name is Karrin, a BACP registered member and BABCP Accredited member Counsellor and CBT therapist based in Nottingham.

Through my work, I have organically understood challenges, discrimination, marginalisation, and inequality. I work holistically, integrating humanistic, psychodynamic theory and CBT. My work with families within school and the NHS has developed and been underpinned by core conditions: empathy, unconditional positive regard, congruence and understanding transgenerational narratives.

I endeavour to understand people, their uniqueness, and the power to grow into their best version of themselves by creating safe, accepting spaces. My way of working can draw from specific evidence in treatment, theory, and experience. I can provide therapy sessions that can range from goal-oriented short-term treatment to long-term complex treatment.

Training, qualifications & experience

I hold a degree in humanistic counselling practice from the University of Nottingham and a postgraduate diploma in cognitive behaviour therapy. In addition, I have post-qualifications CBT training in clinical supervision, HIPI, including supervision of supervision from the University of Lincoln.

I have 13 years’ experience of delivering counselling to young people, families and adults in particularly my work with local communities through working in an education setting and within the NHS.

I have experience working with complex mental health issues and traversing diagnoses such as OCD, depression, PTSD, Anxiety, Health anxiety, Phobias and personality disorders.

Please email for more information.

Emotion Therapy ~ Mental Health Services Dr Joanna (Ioanna) Karaoulani PhD in Clinical Psychology, Medical School, University of Nottingham, UK MSC, HND, HMC, BA

Having worked within the field of Mental Health for over 20 years, I have developed an eclectic therapeutic and working approach (person-centered, problem-solving, dialectical, compassion-focused, and Aristotelian). My work as a mental health therapist combines theoretical concepts that include improving communication, promoting positive thinking, encouraging learning ways to cope with stress, prioritizing tasks, setting boundaries, and setting specific goals.

My personal qualities as a researcher, mental health therapist, tutor of children (Hospitals, Neuropsychiatric Clinics), and specialist of mental health to undergraduate and postgraduate students at the UK universities involve the ability to demonstrate empathy with people’s thinking, anticipate misconceptions, and allow them to develop understanding in a variety of ways, show flexibility, be caring and approachable in responding to their needs.

Additionally, my qualities as a therapist for adults, young people, and children include empathy, authenticity, unconditional positive regard, effective communication and clarification, a problem-solving mindset, flexibility, and a caring and approachable demeanor in responding to their needs. My way of working includes devotion, care, attentiveness, and an interest in empowering people to take an active role in working through difficulties, life challenges, and anticipating misconceptions.

Top Specialties and Expertise Issues

Anger Management
Anxiety
Behavioural Issues
Career Guidance
Child
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Life Transitions

Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Parenting
Psychosis
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Armed Forces
Women’s Issues
Mental Health
Mood Disorders

Ages

Children (6 to 10); Preteen; Teen; Adults ; Elders (65+)

Languages Spoken (besides English) , Greek

Dr Joanna (Ioanna) Karaoulani Lawson West
Registered MBACP 385634
University Specialist Mental Health Mentor
PhD in Clinical Psychology
University of Nottingham, Division of Psychiatry, Medical School, United Kingdom

Isabel Ponce (MBACP Accred) – Mindful Space of Healing

Integrative, Somatic & Compassion-Focused Counselling for Helping Professionals and Caregivers

I am an Accredited Counsellor (MBACP) offering individual counselling sessions for adults in English and Spanish.

I specialise in supporting helping professionals and caregivers, such as those working in healthcare, social care, education (including SEN), veterinary medicine, charity and caring roles—who are experiencing stress, burnout, emotional overwhelm, or compassion fatigue. I also work with clients navigating anxiety, panic attacks, depression and low mood, ADHD, bereavement and loss, trauma, relationship & family difficulties, cultural identity, and life transitions.

With over 10 years of experience working within the NHS, university wellbeing services, and staff wellbeing projects, I bring a deep understanding of the emotional demands of caring roles and the impact that the care and education systems can have on your mental health and nervous system.

My approach is integrative, collaborative, and compassionate. I draw on research-informed methods rooted in Humanistic and Eastern traditions, including Somatic approaches, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Focusing, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). When helpful, I also incorporate elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to support practical change.

At the heart of my work is creating a sense of safety and supporting nervous system regulation. Alongside practical tools to help break unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaviour, I invite clients to gently explore body awareness and emotional experience, allowing deeper insight and shifts when feeling stuck.
I believe meaningful change can emerge when we listen not only to the mind, but also to the wisdom of the body, supporting greater balance, resilience, and self-compassion.
For further information: Website / Individual sessions. You are also welcome to book a FREE 15 min call.

Sammi Soni : Transactional Analysis Psychotherapeutic Counsellor

Hello, I’m Sammie

Trying to find a counsellor can feel overwhelming and with this in mind I thought it might be helpful for me to explain how I work. From this I hope you can get a sense of how we could work together.

I am a trained and qualified Transactional Analysis psychotherapeutic counsellor and have training in Advanced TA Psychotherapy. One of the main reasons I chose this modality was because it allows me to help clients to explore, reflect and understand their thoughts, feeling and behaviours, holding equal light to past experiences and the here and now. I personally think this is really important as it means you can heal some of your past wounds and look to carve out a here and now experience that you want.

Some of the issues I have worked with include;

Breaking down addictions – With addiction I tend to explore what is driving the person to the addiction and work towards a sense of recovery and stability.
Acknowledging multi-culturalism – As someone who has Indian parents and was brought up in the UK, I feel I have an understanding of some of the issues faced by both 1st and 2nd generation immigrants. I have worked with many people from various ethnic backgrounds and have explored the potential pressures of living within multiple cultures.
Transitional work -This work often takes place after a life change, such as a bereavement, change in relationship, or becoming a parent. I help clients to explore where they are currently, focusing on the person they want to be as opposed to the person they think they should be
Understanding mental health conditions – I have worked for over 10 years within various mental health settings, I have experience of working with people with mental health diagnoses, part of that work has been to help people make sense of their diagnosis and to build an identity that is not a label.
Shedding light on abuse – Working with clients who have experienced various types of abuse, this work requires patience and space and I work to the client’s pace.
Working through relationship issues – Often I find clients who are experiencing relationship issues, can be in conflict with themselves. I therefore pay attention to the client’s relationship with themselves and others to promote healthier ways of communicating.
Improving self-esteem – Through this work we can explore what improved self-esteem means to you and what steps we can take to get you to where you would like to be.

I offer both short and long term work; the length of our work can be discussed and reviewed as and when needed. I offer online and face to face sessions. Sessions are from £55-65 per session.

Feel free to contact me for a free 20 minute consultation.

Marc Goodall Counselling

Hi there, and thanks for taking a look at my profile.

What’s going on for you at this moment in time?

Probably a more searching question would be, what are you struggling with presently?

What issues have been getting you down, or stressing you out? Are you unable to cope, feeling confused, isolated or in despair? Perhaps you just know something isn’t quite right, but you’re not sure exactly what.

I can help you navigate such challenges, by providing you with space, safety and connection to help you explore what’s going on for you. Together we can find a way for you to move forwards. To find freedom from whatever holds you back or gets in your way.

I am an Integrative Person-Centred Counsellor who has interest in creative and energy-based therapies. Along with talking therapies, I also offer other interventions such as Emotional freedom techniques (EFT), Sand Tray therapy, art and poetry, NLP, Matrix Re-imprinting, even Walk and Talk Therapy.

Being Integrative means I draw from main psychotherapeutic practices, but with that I combine these other perspectives too. This makes me very adaptable and flexible in my approach. I am always collaborative and intuitive in my style, but at the heart of my practice I provide a real connection. I believe you, as the client, hold the answers and awarenesses you need, and that with the right therapeutic relationship you can discover the change and clarity you seek.

Please email me with any questions, or I offer a free phone conversation if you’re wanting to know more and you’re just curious to see if we could work together.

I have been working for ten years as a therapist, working in many different settings, with many different types of clients, including LGBTQAI+ and neurodivergent individuals. I have recently been supporting HE students in the midlands area.

I gained a master’s in counselling from the university of Manchester, and I am a registered member of the BACP, EFT International, and a member of the Creative Counsellors organisation. I have a particular interest in identity, and spiritual development.

Below are some of the issues I can help with. It’s not an exhaustive list, so call me if there’s something not covered here, and we can talk through what you need and how I can help you.

Anxiety and Panic Attacks.
Stress/ Work-related stress and Overwhelm.
Relationship difficulties.
Grief and bereavement.
Academic challenges/life at university.
Anger management.
Self-esteem/self-confidence issues

Self-harm.
Suicidal Ideation.
Faith and Spiritual related issues.
Abandonment
Chronic pain and ill health.
Trauma
Phobias

Tom Zettle, M.A. MNCPS (Acc.) : Person-Centred Therapist

As a Person-Centred therapist, the basic premise of my work is that all people possess an inward reserve; an innate capacity to either heal or positively change towards a more authentic self-identity and expression.

I view my specialism as unlocking this capacity by creating a genuine, caring, human connection – full of acceptance without judgement and empathic understanding rooted in my client’s experience. This optimal environment provides the time and space for my clients to become increasingly connected with their experience of themselves and move, at their pace, towards radical self-acceptance – a pre-requisite of positive and meaningful change.

People seek my help in the hope of finding relief from negative feelings and experiences, both past and present. I have worked with clients who have experienced adverse childhood events, as well as survivors of sexual and domestic violence. I have also worked with clients who are seeking to free themselves from problematic alcohol or drug use. These experiences can lead to feelings of anxiety or depression, feeling emotionally blocked or reluctant to engage with emotions that may be painful. Relationships can be negatively affected together with an ability to enjoy life, flourish, to create direction and purpose or feel at home with oneself.

The main therapeutic outcomes for my clients are set by them according to what they decide. Clients often report feeling increased self-acceptance, increasing authenticity and agency and a reduction in negative feelings. I have already witnessed the transformation power of the person-centred approach in many of my past clients. If you are looking for a professional, caring and positive therapy to fully explore the roots of your experience, then please get in touch for a free consultation session.

Dr Rebecca Money – Clinical Psychologist

I am Dr Rebecca Money, a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist. I work with young people and adults, offering psychological services such as assessment and therapy. I work in an integrative way, meaning my sessions are informed on evidence-based approaches, whilst being tailored to you and your individual needs.

I have worked in mental health services since 2012, including in the NHS, local authority, and independent services. I continue to work part time in the NHS whilst running Dr Rebecca Money Psychological Services, which I started in 2022.

Sometimes people come to see me if they have a specific area in their life they would like to change. Other times it may be to talk and understand previous experiences, or to explore more about themselves. I aim to offer a comfortable, empathic, and non-judgemental environment, working from a trauma-informed and neuroaffirming stance. I hope that my sessions offer a space where you feel safe and heard.

My work is often informed by Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). I have experience working with a variety of mental health presentations, including anxiety-based presentations (such as OCD, panic, phobias, generalised anxiety), low mood/depression, trauma, low self-esteem and perfectionism. I can also offer adapted intervention for those who are neurodivergent or are exploring their neurodivergence.

Making change is difficult and it can be daunting knowing where to start. I offer a free 15-minute telephone consultation to see if I’m the best person to help you/your family. Feel free to look at my website and get in touch via email:

Matt Le Mare : Therapist

My name is Matt Le Mare, I am a fully qualified and registered therapist with over twenty years’ experience. I work in Nottingham, Online, through referrals and provide other therapeutic and professional services.

On my website you will find some basic information about me and how I work.

You may be looking for advice, emotional support or therapeutic support to address specific concerns. Find out more about how I can help below.

Sometimes a conversation can offer what a website cannot, so don’t hesitate to get in touch. I am more than happy to answer any questions you might have or simply have a chat about how psychotherapy may benefit you or someone you know.

I hope you find what you are looking for

Feel this could help, give me a call, email or message

How I approach therapy

My approach to therapy is about helping people live their lives with depth, commitment and joy.

Life is not always easy. None of us get to choose the brain, body or circumstances we are born in too – and many things we experience throughout our lives continue to be beyond our control.

BUT we can always reflect on what we think and feel about our experiences. We can also learn about what drives the choices we make. We can even begin to make more compassionate choices that are kinder to ourselves (and others) and create more meaning and purpose in our lives.

All the therapies I offer are based on my commitment to help you explore what is important to you, develop self-care and compassion and build inner resources that support you to live your best life.

Pamela Glover : Therapist

Does life feel like a challenge every day? Are you stuck? Want to change things but don’t know how to make it happen? I work with people who have experienced loss, bereavement or change that has affected their life. I also work with people exploring their identity, especially people who identify as neurodivergent. Together we can explore your life in a safe, confidential place with curiosity, kindness and courage. We will gently discover what we can do to make your life what you want it to be.

I place you at the centre of the process adapting my approach to fit you. I use a range of approaches, Person Centred, CBT, creative work and sometimes the outdoors. There is no one size fits all, so together we will find what works for you. Good therapy is based on the relationship between client and therapist, and I will bring my authentic self to each session to hear you. It is important you feel safe and valued so you can be you and can honestly express yourself in your way at a pace you feel comfortable with. I will not judge you and I will be calm and patient when we work through things that are challenging or painful. My communication will be clear, thoughtful and prompt reflection

For many years I was fully occupied as a teacher and parent, but the profession became a source of distress, my children left home, I faced losses and change. I have been in that stuck place. My journey to redefine my life has inspired me to support others. I volunteer at Treetops Hospice supporting bereaved young people and adults with some of life’s most difficult times. I have also volunteered with Childline counselling young people in need of support. One of the changes I made was to retrain as a counsellor which has been and continues to be an incredible experience.

Through my training and own therapy, I have come to understand the role neurodivergence has played in shaping who I am and the experiences I have had both good and not so good. This leads me on to my other area of understanding: Neurotypes. I have worked with children with autism, AuDHD, ADHD, dyslexia and PDA in both schools and counselling settings. Neurodiversity is something which comes up in counselling adults to and I am comfortable exploring this with broader issues or on its own.

You may feel apprehensive especially if this is your first counselling experience. In our first session I will offer you a warm, friendly welcome and a space to just for you. I will explain formalities such as contracts, confidentiality and what ways we could work in. You may feel you want to talk about deep things straight away or take time to get to know me and have a lighter conversation. This is your session for you. Throughout the sessions we will consider goals that matter to you and re-evaluate them as we work. This is work is a partnership based on trust between us both.

Contact me for an informal chat and take that first step to start making the changes you want in your life.

Pharos Counselling Services

Starting therapy can feel daunting, especially if you’ve never spoken to a counsellor before. At Pharos, we aim to make the process as comfortable as possible, offering a warm, welcoming space where you can talk openly at your own pace.

Whatever you’re facing, you’ll find a space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported.

We work with a wide range of difficulties, including:

Abuse
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Low self-esteem
OCD
Relationship issues
Self-harm
Stress
Trauma

Our Team

We have both qualified counsellors and a team of student counsellors. All of our student counsellors work under professional supervision and are training towards professional qualifications.

What We Offer
⭐ In-person or online sessions
⭐ Prices from £30
⭐ Free initial consultation

To find out more or arrange a free consultation:

Alexia Morningstar – Trauma-Informed Counsellor and Clinical Hypnotherapist

Type of therapy conducted

Pluralistic, trauma-informed counselling and clinical hypnotherapy for adults.

About me and how I can help

You may be considering therapy because something feels difficult to carry alone. You might be experiencing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, grief, relationship difficulties or the lasting effects of trauma and adverse experiences. You may recognise that the past is affecting you, while still feeling unsure about how to move forward.

My approach is pluralistic and trauma-informed, shaped by my experience of supporting adults through trauma, emotional distress and difficult life experiences. This means that we work collaboratively to understand what may be most helpful for you, rather than expecting you to fit one particular way of working.

Our sessions may include talking therapy, psychodynamic exploration, psychoeducation, nervous-system regulation and practical therapeutic tools. Clinical hypnotherapy may also be incorporated where appropriate and where this is something you would like to explore.

Above all, I aim to provide a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, understand yourself more deeply and move forward at a pace that feels manageable

Areas I can support with include:

Trauma and adverse life experiences
Anxiety, stress and emotional overwhelm
Low self-esteem, shame and self-criticism
Relationship and attachment difficulties
Grief, loss and significant life changes
Difficult childhood experiences
Boundaries and people-pleasing
Feeling stuck, disconnected or unsure of yourself
Understanding emotional and behavioural patterns
Nervous-system regulation and developing a greater sense of safety

Qualifications and professional development

I hold a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and a Level 4 qualification in Clinical Hypnotherapy.

I also hold a BSc with Honours in Psychology and am currently completing an MSc in Trauma Studies at University College Cork, developing my specialist understanding of trauma, recovery and post-traumatic growth.

I am continuing my psychodynamic counselling training at Level 5, which further supports my work in helping clients explore how earlier experiences and relationships may influence their present emotions, patterns and relationships.

Professional memberships

Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society – GMBPsS
Member of the National Hypnotherapy Society
Member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society

Appointments

I offer face-to-face counselling and clinical hypnotherapy appointments at the Bay Therapy Centre in West Bridgford, as well as online counselling sessions.

Session fees

Free introductory telephone consultation
Counselling: £50 per 50-minute session
Clinical hypnotherapy: £50 per 50-minute session