Counselling in BT55
When we are experiencing difficulties, feeling anxious, sad or depressed, or our circumstances seem overwhelming, it can be helpful to have someone to talk to who is caring and supportive but who is outside the situation. As a Counsellor I am committed to helping you understand and process your current circumstances, your feelings and reactions, and understand yourself, in a deeper way. This may lead to healing from pain and sadness, helping you to be more in control of your emotions and actions, and choosing solutions that work for you. I will work with you to help you seek a new perspective on your circumstances and to equip yo
When we are experiencing difficulties, feeling anxious, sad or depressed, or our circumstances seem overwhelming, it can be helpful to have someone to talk to who is caring and supportive but who is outside the situation. As a Counsellor I am committed to helping you understand and process your current circumstances, your feelings and reactions, and understand yourself, in a deeper way. This may lead to healing from pain and sadness, helping you to be more in control of your emotions and actions, and choosing solutions that work for you. I will work with you to help you seek a new perspective on your circumstances and to equip yo
Hello, I'm Deirdre and I'm a qualified and accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Clinical Hypnotherapist from Portstewart providing support to clients from the Coleraine, Portrush, and Limavady areas from The Roe Valley Therapy Centre in Limavady and ZGBTST in Coleraine. Sessions are face to face, online or telephone. Whatever is troubling you, I will always treat you with empathy, respect, warmth and confidentiality.
Hello, I'm Deirdre and I'm a qualified and accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Clinical Hypnotherapist from Portstewart providing support to clients from the Coleraine, Portrush, and Limavady areas from The Roe Valley Therapy Centre in Limavady and ZGBTST in Coleraine. Sessions are face to face, online or telephone. Whatever is troubling you, I will always treat you with empathy, respect, warmth and confidentiality.
Front Line Workers Specialism: Is the toll of your work grinding you down? Do you experience burnout? Has witnessing death and trauma impacted you in ways which are difficult to describe? Is there a sense of losing who you once were? Witnessing devastation, shift work, mistrust in management, lack of sleep, feeling undervalued, high workloads, poor work culture, relationship difficulties, dynamic stressful working environments and intrusive negative memories all contribute to an ever increasing proportion of emergency service workers suffering from anxiety, depression, PTSD, suicide ideation and suicide. So who helps the helper?
Front Line Workers Specialism: Is the toll of your work grinding you down? Do you experience burnout? Has witnessing death and trauma impacted you in ways which are difficult to describe? Is there a sense of losing who you once were? Witnessing devastation, shift work, mistrust in management, lack of sleep, feeling undervalued, high workloads, poor work culture, relationship difficulties, dynamic stressful working environments and intrusive negative memories all contribute to an ever increasing proportion of emergency service workers suffering from anxiety, depression, PTSD, suicide ideation and suicide. So who helps the helper?
Online booking is at: vitalitycbt.selectandbook.com I am relaxed and easy going, but I will work hard to help you understand and deal with your problems. We will work together to progress towards your goals and I will be patient and will try to be sensitive to your needs. I am a CBT Therapist and Integrative Counsellor with experience in the private, voluntary and statutory sectors.
Online booking is at: vitalitycbt.selectandbook.com I am relaxed and easy going, but I will work hard to help you understand and deal with your problems. We will work together to progress towards your goals and I will be patient and will try to be sensitive to your needs. I am a CBT Therapist and Integrative Counsellor with experience in the private, voluntary and statutory sectors.
Progeny Teen Counselling and Mentoring (age 13-25)
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Portstewart BT55
Progeny is a specialist charity supporting young people aged 13 to 25. We offer professional Counselling and Mentoring and we exist to support and strengthen young people as they journey adolescence and onwards into young adulthood. We have a particular empathy for young people, and their families, who have experienced challenging life stories, traumas and for those with crushed confidence, low self-worth and a sense of being alone, isolated, misunderstood or unseen. We use a range of EMDR, IFS, CBT, Person Centred, Psychodynamic, Somatic and Creative Approaches.
Progeny is a specialist charity supporting young people aged 13 to 25. We offer professional Counselling and Mentoring and we exist to support and strengthen young people as they journey adolescence and onwards into young adulthood. We have a particular empathy for young people, and their families, who have experienced challenging life stories, traumas and for those with crushed confidence, low self-worth and a sense of being alone, isolated, misunderstood or unseen. We use a range of EMDR, IFS, CBT, Person Centred, Psychodynamic, Somatic and Creative Approaches.
If you are struggling with self-esteem issues, or depression and anxiety, or if you have been the victim of abuse, from a parent, a partner, or anyone else, I can help you to regain the inner strength and confidence to handle life so much better. We will work on how you can move forward, in your own strength, and achieve the peace and enthusiasm for life that you deserve. If you struggle with the after effects of a traumatic event/events in your past, you will find that you can begin to leave that all behind and become the person you were always meant to be.
If you are struggling with self-esteem issues, or depression and anxiety, or if you have been the victim of abuse, from a parent, a partner, or anyone else, I can help you to regain the inner strength and confidence to handle life so much better. We will work on how you can move forward, in your own strength, and achieve the peace and enthusiasm for life that you deserve. If you struggle with the after effects of a traumatic event/events in your past, you will find that you can begin to leave that all behind and become the person you were always meant to be.
Welcome my name is Sam. I know the thought of opening up about your feelings and emotions to a stranger can be overwhelming but i am here to help. offering a safe place for you to tell your story in your own words with no judgement.
Welcome my name is Sam. I know the thought of opening up about your feelings and emotions to a stranger can be overwhelming but i am here to help. offering a safe place for you to tell your story in your own words with no judgement.
Thank you for visiting my profile. Sometimes we may feel like our energy has taken a dip and we can’t seem to shift our low mood. Perhaps we feel anxious and unable to move forward, and we may feel stuck for any number of reasons. There are times in our lives when we feel we need a different perspective, someone who fully listens to and supports us while helping us to realise our full potential. I provide a professional, warm and non-judgemental counselling service for anyone who is experiencing mental health difficulties. I am a pluralistic counsellor which put simply, means that I work with what best suits you, the client.
Thank you for visiting my profile. Sometimes we may feel like our energy has taken a dip and we can’t seem to shift our low mood. Perhaps we feel anxious and unable to move forward, and we may feel stuck for any number of reasons. There are times in our lives when we feel we need a different perspective, someone who fully listens to and supports us while helping us to realise our full potential. I provide a professional, warm and non-judgemental counselling service for anyone who is experiencing mental health difficulties. I am a pluralistic counsellor which put simply, means that I work with what best suits you, the client.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in BT55
< 10
Counsellors in BT55 who prioritize treating:
75% | Relationship Issues |
75% | Depression |
75% | Anxiety |
75% | Self Esteem |
50% | Addiction |
50% | Bereavement |
50% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
5 Years
Gender breakdown
88% | Female | |
12% | Male |
How Counsellors in BT55 see their clients
88% | In Person and Online | |
12% | Online Only |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in BT55?
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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.