Narrative Counselling in Bradford

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Affordable-online-psychologist.com
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bradford BD5  (Online Only)
I’m Dr Ibrahim Ndabavunye and I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professional Council. My experience includes working with individuals with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma/complex trauma, grief and loss, anger management, perfectionism, coping with life changes, and others. I will help you from a range of approaches including, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Advanced Trauma therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Psycho-dynamic Therapy. I look not only at what is going on the mind, but also I pay attention to the body.
I’m Dr Ibrahim Ndabavunye and I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professional Council. My experience includes working with individuals with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma/complex trauma, grief and loss, anger management, perfectionism, coping with life changes, and others. I will help you from a range of approaches including, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Advanced Trauma therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Psycho-dynamic Therapy. I look not only at what is going on the mind, but also I pay attention to the body.
01535 282594 View 01535 282594
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Dr Jim Byrne
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1
Hello, My name is Jim Byrne. I have a doctoral degree in counselling from the University of Manchester, UK; and 25 years’ experience of helping individuals with problems of couple conflict; anger management; anxiety and panic; depression, grief and low self-esteem; and all kinds of problems at home and in work. My service is a high-cost/high-value system of psycho-education, involving formal assessment of your problem’s roots - using questionnaires and counselling conversation; followed by an analytical report of my findings about the nature of your problem and how to solve it;
Hello, My name is Jim Byrne. I have a doctoral degree in counselling from the University of Manchester, UK; and 25 years’ experience of helping individuals with problems of couple conflict; anger management; anxiety and panic; depression, grief and low self-esteem; and all kinds of problems at home and in work. My service is a high-cost/high-value system of psycho-education, involving formal assessment of your problem’s roots - using questionnaires and counselling conversation; followed by an analytical report of my findings about the nature of your problem and how to solve it;
0161 696 8353 View 0161 696 8353
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Kiran Kaur
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1
Hi my name is Kiran, I am a British born fully qualified multilingual counsellor. I have 18 years experience of working in an educational environment and 12 yrs of Counselling experience. I have a good understanding of daily stresses which can cause people anxieties and other health issues. I provide counselling sessions for issues listed above and more. I am able to offer Counselling in English, Punjabi, Hindi & Urdu I believe counselling is a joint venture between the client and counsellor, this relationship is fundamentally important to allow you to experience growth and change, that we all go through in our lifetime.
Hi my name is Kiran, I am a British born fully qualified multilingual counsellor. I have 18 years experience of working in an educational environment and 12 yrs of Counselling experience. I have a good understanding of daily stresses which can cause people anxieties and other health issues. I provide counselling sessions for issues listed above and more. I am able to offer Counselling in English, Punjabi, Hindi & Urdu I believe counselling is a joint venture between the client and counsellor, this relationship is fundamentally important to allow you to experience growth and change, that we all go through in our lifetime.
0113 467 9505 View 0113 467 9505
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Dr Palvinder Rao
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1
Hello, my name is Pav. I am a registered and chartered clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in helping people with a range of problems including: depression, anxiety disorders, low self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, complex PTSD, self-harm, addictions, eating disorders, physical illness, ASD, ADHD, personality difficulties, adjustment disorders and bipolar. I also have experience of supporting those who are experiencing neurological injury, illness or disease.
Hello, my name is Pav. I am a registered and chartered clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in helping people with a range of problems including: depression, anxiety disorders, low self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, complex PTSD, self-harm, addictions, eating disorders, physical illness, ASD, ADHD, personality difficulties, adjustment disorders and bipolar. I also have experience of supporting those who are experiencing neurological injury, illness or disease.
0113 519 5687 View 0113 519 5687
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Assia Zubair Bandukda
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bradford BD10
As an integrative counsellor, I draw on a number of modalities of counselling & CBT to support my clients. Acceptance without judgement and offering a safe and confidential space for my clients is at the core of my practice. I have helped clients from all backgrounds to manage; low mood, anxiety, depression and low self esteem. I work with both individual and couples therapy clients ( Accredited- Tavistock Relationships). I support clients facing relationship difficulties and those looking for help with loss / bereavement. I bring culturally sensitive awareness to all my work including the impact of identity, race & faith.
As an integrative counsellor, I draw on a number of modalities of counselling & CBT to support my clients. Acceptance without judgement and offering a safe and confidential space for my clients is at the core of my practice. I have helped clients from all backgrounds to manage; low mood, anxiety, depression and low self esteem. I work with both individual and couples therapy clients ( Accredited- Tavistock Relationships). I support clients facing relationship difficulties and those looking for help with loss / bereavement. I bring culturally sensitive awareness to all my work including the impact of identity, race & faith.
07588 738178 View 07588 738178
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Dr Sharon Harvey
PsychD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bradford BD1
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 22 years’ experience in the NHS secondary care adult mental health services and in private practice. I am experienced in providing psychological therapy to individuals across a wide range of distress, including anxiety/mood problems, relational difficulties and the impact of childhood trauma. I have a particular interest in trauma, shame-base difficulties and perinatal issues. I have professional registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the regulatory body for Practitioner Psychologists.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 22 years’ experience in the NHS secondary care adult mental health services and in private practice. I am experienced in providing psychological therapy to individuals across a wide range of distress, including anxiety/mood problems, relational difficulties and the impact of childhood trauma. I have a particular interest in trauma, shame-base difficulties and perinatal issues. I have professional registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the regulatory body for Practitioner Psychologists.
01249 479157 View 01249 479157
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Nicole Beckford
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1
My name is Nicole and I am a Person-Centred Therapist. I believe that you are the expert in your own life, and I am here as a tool to be utilised for you to take control back from any intrusive thoughts and difficult circumstances that have been holding you back. I have worked with people (Adult, families and children) from a range of backgrounds, with a range of complicated histories and life stories - such as Fostering and Adoption, survivors and perpetrators of Domestic Violence, Sexual Abuse Emotional Abuse and Neglect.
My name is Nicole and I am a Person-Centred Therapist. I believe that you are the expert in your own life, and I am here as a tool to be utilised for you to take control back from any intrusive thoughts and difficult circumstances that have been holding you back. I have worked with people (Adult, families and children) from a range of backgrounds, with a range of complicated histories and life stories - such as Fostering and Adoption, survivors and perpetrators of Domestic Violence, Sexual Abuse Emotional Abuse and Neglect.
01422 411154 View 01422 411154
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Kaye Barney
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD14  (Online Only)
Do you feel like you're going round and round with a problem - maybe with a relationship or how you see yourself? Maybe you don't know how you want things to be, or you know what you want but can't work out how to do it, or don't have the courage to follow through? Are you constantly thinking about a particular person and wishing the situation, or one of you, could be different? Are you worried friends/family are tired of hearing about your problems? Are you feeling anxious, angry, rejected, or unimportant? Whatever your issues, I can help you talk about and process them, find solutions, and feel more at ease with yourself.
Do you feel like you're going round and round with a problem - maybe with a relationship or how you see yourself? Maybe you don't know how you want things to be, or you know what you want but can't work out how to do it, or don't have the courage to follow through? Are you constantly thinking about a particular person and wishing the situation, or one of you, could be different? Are you worried friends/family are tired of hearing about your problems? Are you feeling anxious, angry, rejected, or unimportant? Whatever your issues, I can help you talk about and process them, find solutions, and feel more at ease with yourself.
01757 607016 View 01757 607016
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Rachel Ambrose
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1
Not accepting new clients
Hi, I’m Rachel welcome to my profile. I work with individuals across the UK aged 18 and over who are experiencing a range of issues including anxiety, depression, bereavement, relational difficulties, problems relating to confidence and self-esteem. Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed & unable to see a way through; alone with no one to share your difficulties; stressed and 'frazzled' at work; trapped or bored in your current circumstances? Struggling after a bereavement or the end of a relationship? Feeling concerned about worrying or being a burden to loved ones. You may wish to appear stronger than you feel for them.
Hi, I’m Rachel welcome to my profile. I work with individuals across the UK aged 18 and over who are experiencing a range of issues including anxiety, depression, bereavement, relational difficulties, problems relating to confidence and self-esteem. Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed & unable to see a way through; alone with no one to share your difficulties; stressed and 'frazzled' at work; trapped or bored in your current circumstances? Struggling after a bereavement or the end of a relationship? Feeling concerned about worrying or being a burden to loved ones. You may wish to appear stronger than you feel for them.
01484 598911 View 01484 598911

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Weaving Rainbow Seas counselling services
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
Verified Verified
Huddersfield HD1  (Online Only)
I'm creative, old & know about a range of possibilities we can explore, including narrative, gestalt, solution-focused and integrative therapy.
At this time of difficulty - and maybe breakthrough - for you I can walk with you as your kind and wise ally. We can acknowledge what's hard and identify the changes you want to put into place. I'm a coach as well as a counsellor. You'll find that, in addition to the usual therapuetic services I can also offer you at least two special services: 1. creative arts therapy 2. flexible counselling if you're someone who works far away (say as cabin crew) and can't connect for regular slots. We can work by letter and email, as well as Zoom, if you wish. The point is to ensure you get the KIND of support you need, and WHEN you need it.
I'm creative, old & know about a range of possibilities we can explore, including narrative, gestalt, solution-focused and integrative therapy.
At this time of difficulty - and maybe breakthrough - for you I can walk with you as your kind and wise ally. We can acknowledge what's hard and identify the changes you want to put into place. I'm a coach as well as a counsellor. You'll find that, in addition to the usual therapuetic services I can also offer you at least two special services: 1. creative arts therapy 2. flexible counselling if you're someone who works far away (say as cabin crew) and can't connect for regular slots. We can work by letter and email, as well as Zoom, if you wish. The point is to ensure you get the KIND of support you need, and WHEN you need it.
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Dr Rose Martin
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Leeds LS1  (Online Only)
I specialise in using narrative and compassion-focused approaches to help people to develop new ways of understanding and working with their problems.
I am passionate about helping people to understand and unstick difficult patterns in their lives. When traumatic or stressful events happen, we make sense of them as best we can at the time. Sometimes this leaves us with ways of feeling and coping that don’t work as well in our current lives, maybe causing problems in our relationships or with our wellbeing. I help people struggling with anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and other problems to find new ways of coping, and to work towards living a more fulfilling and balanced life. If you are feeling overwhelmed or stuck, I can offer a space to step back and find a new way forward.
I specialise in using narrative and compassion-focused approaches to help people to develop new ways of understanding and working with their problems.
I am passionate about helping people to understand and unstick difficult patterns in their lives. When traumatic or stressful events happen, we make sense of them as best we can at the time. Sometimes this leaves us with ways of feeling and coping that don’t work as well in our current lives, maybe causing problems in our relationships or with our wellbeing. I help people struggling with anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and other problems to find new ways of coping, and to work towards living a more fulfilling and balanced life. If you are feeling overwhelmed or stuck, I can offer a space to step back and find a new way forward.
0113 519 0653 View 0113 519 0653
Photo of Elizabeth Paterson, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Elizabeth Paterson
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Leeds LS1
My goal during every one of our therapy sessions, is to give you the space and support to be able to think your way through your concerns. We will build on your understanding, self-awareness and general wellbeing to empower you to find the solutions that work best for you. This world is certainly complicated at times, but a lot smoother with the right support around you.
My goal during every one of our therapy sessions, is to give you the space and support to be able to think your way through your concerns. We will build on your understanding, self-awareness and general wellbeing to empower you to find the solutions that work best for you. This world is certainly complicated at times, but a lot smoother with the right support around you.
0113 519 0733 View 0113 519 0733
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Dr Zai Edworthy
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Leeds LS11  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome. Are you a parent or carer? Are you worried about your child and need to speak with a clinical psychologist? At certain points in our lives, we could all benefit from the support and guidance of a therapist. I have over 20 years experience working with children and young people. I aim to give you helpful strategies that you can start to implement after I gather information about the issue/s you and your child are experiencing. If we both agree that the young person needs direct work/therapy, we can arrange this. Please visit my website to learn more about me or email me if you have a question or query.
Hello and welcome. Are you a parent or carer? Are you worried about your child and need to speak with a clinical psychologist? At certain points in our lives, we could all benefit from the support and guidance of a therapist. I have over 20 years experience working with children and young people. I aim to give you helpful strategies that you can start to implement after I gather information about the issue/s you and your child are experiencing. If we both agree that the young person needs direct work/therapy, we can arrange this. Please visit my website to learn more about me or email me if you have a question or query.
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Photo of Maitena Anda - Maitena Anda Counselling and Psychotherapy, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Maitena Anda Counselling and Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Leeds LS6  (Online Only)
Are you experiencing emotional difficulties in your life? You may be finding yourself unhappily repeating unhelpful patterns or behaviours. You might feel disconnected from yourself, others or both.
Are you experiencing emotional difficulties in your life? You may be finding yourself unhappily repeating unhelpful patterns or behaviours. You might feel disconnected from yourself, others or both.
0113 320 9855 View 0113 320 9855
Photo of Paul Walton - Kaleidoscope Psychology and Psychotherapy, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych., Psychologist
Kaleidoscope Psychology and Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Pudsey LS28
My name is Dr Paul Walton and I am the Director of Kaleidoscope Psychology and Psychotherapy. I am a Clinical Psychologist and Systemic Family Psychotherapist and I have worked in the NHS, charity, and private sector over the last 12 years. Kaleidoscope formed from a desire to create a therapeutic service which privileges the lived experience of people and champions their strength and ability to overcome emotional distress. My ethos is based on the belief that emotional and psychological problems are understandable responses to the things that happen to us in our lives. My role is to help you take your life back from such problems.
My name is Dr Paul Walton and I am the Director of Kaleidoscope Psychology and Psychotherapy. I am a Clinical Psychologist and Systemic Family Psychotherapist and I have worked in the NHS, charity, and private sector over the last 12 years. Kaleidoscope formed from a desire to create a therapeutic service which privileges the lived experience of people and champions their strength and ability to overcome emotional distress. My ethos is based on the belief that emotional and psychological problems are understandable responses to the things that happen to us in our lives. My role is to help you take your life back from such problems.
0113 519 0363 View 0113 519 0363
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Annette Quirk
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Halifax HX1
It could be that you’ve become stuck worrying about the future, or you’ve got some big stuff in your head that’s getting in the way of moving forwards and it’s time to do something with it so that you can move on. Maybe there is fear and anxiety of making change, or you feel stressed and sad? Or maybe there is some unavoidable unhappiness in that is in the background of your life?
It could be that you’ve become stuck worrying about the future, or you’ve got some big stuff in your head that’s getting in the way of moving forwards and it’s time to do something with it so that you can move on. Maybe there is fear and anxiety of making change, or you feel stressed and sad? Or maybe there is some unavoidable unhappiness in that is in the background of your life?
01422 557859 View 01422 557859
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Shahanaj Ali Kashem
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Leeds LS7
Do you feel like your thoughts, feelings and past experiences are having a negative impact on your life? Perhaps you are ready for growth and change in your life? Sometimes through no fault of our own, our experiences and coping strategies can get in the way of us leading the healthy and empowered lives we desire.
Do you feel like your thoughts, feelings and past experiences are having a negative impact on your life? Perhaps you are ready for growth and change in your life? Sometimes through no fault of our own, our experiences and coping strategies can get in the way of us leading the healthy and empowered lives we desire.
0113 519 5117 View 0113 519 5117
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James Leighton-Burns
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Leeds LS1
Waitlist for new clients
Summary: Simple, clear, listening. Processing with feedback offered if required. If you need a quick chat, or get something off your chest, shorter sessions are offered. I can cover a number of situations relating to the past, present or future plans and goals. A subject that pops up frequently - empathy or lack of it in several situations. Boundaries, relationships, stress... modern life. Perception, beyond face value, consideration, the who, what, why, when and how. Connection from the past, present and future goals.
Summary: Simple, clear, listening. Processing with feedback offered if required. If you need a quick chat, or get something off your chest, shorter sessions are offered. I can cover a number of situations relating to the past, present or future plans and goals. A subject that pops up frequently - empathy or lack of it in several situations. Boundaries, relationships, stress... modern life. Perception, beyond face value, consideration, the who, what, why, when and how. Connection from the past, present and future goals.
01228 479367 View 01228 479367
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Cass Jarvis
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Leeds LS1  (Online Only)
Nice to meet you! I'm Cass. An integrative therapist based in South Yorkshire currently offering online and telephone therapy. Here to collaborate and help people with any support they may be looking for. My approach with therapy is the ideology of taking the clinical, cold side out of the equation and creating something that people can really feel free to be themselves in. I understand that it can be hard to take the first step, and even harder to do the work. I can help support you with that journey, in a judgement free and safe space to heal and grow.
Nice to meet you! I'm Cass. An integrative therapist based in South Yorkshire currently offering online and telephone therapy. Here to collaborate and help people with any support they may be looking for. My approach with therapy is the ideology of taking the clinical, cold side out of the equation and creating something that people can really feel free to be themselves in. I understand that it can be hard to take the first step, and even harder to do the work. I can help support you with that journey, in a judgement free and safe space to heal and grow.
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Simply Psychotherapy Ltd.
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Leeds LS1  (Online Only)
At Simply Psychotherapy, our passion is helping individuals like you overcome your mental health difficulties and achieve lasting progress and wellbeing. We offer evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) and IPT addressing a wide range of conditions. If you are struggling with depression, excessive worrying, stress, low self-esteem, health anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, panic attacks, body dysmorphia, binge eating, bulimia, or phobias. Through therapy we can give you effective strategies to break free from the grip of these conditions.
At Simply Psychotherapy, our passion is helping individuals like you overcome your mental health difficulties and achieve lasting progress and wellbeing. We offer evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) and IPT addressing a wide range of conditions. If you are struggling with depression, excessive worrying, stress, low self-esteem, health anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, panic attacks, body dysmorphia, binge eating, bulimia, or phobias. Through therapy we can give you effective strategies to break free from the grip of these conditions.
020 3828 7360 View 020 3828 7360

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Narrative Counsellors

Is narrative therapy evidence-based?

Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioural therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.

How long does narrative therapy last?

Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.

Does narrative therapy work?

Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds — perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.

What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?

Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.