Self-Harming Counselling in Bradford

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Gurchehn Singh
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1
My name is Gurchehn, I am a Counsellor/Psychotherapist. I offer therapy for anxiety, depression, low mood and relationship issues. I believe life can be a rollercoaster but within the challenges we face, we can have the ability to grow and develop. My background - I was born and raised in a traditional Punjabi household and have an understanding of cultural limitations. I found my passion supporting and empowering others whilst working as a case worker to support carers. I believe life can be a rollercoaster but within the challenges we face, we can have the ability to grow and develop.
My name is Gurchehn, I am a Counsellor/Psychotherapist. I offer therapy for anxiety, depression, low mood and relationship issues. I believe life can be a rollercoaster but within the challenges we face, we can have the ability to grow and develop. My background - I was born and raised in a traditional Punjabi household and have an understanding of cultural limitations. I found my passion supporting and empowering others whilst working as a case worker to support carers. I believe life can be a rollercoaster but within the challenges we face, we can have the ability to grow and develop.
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Joshua Oliver Jake Corner
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Bradford BD4
We can all have times in our lives when we find things tough, we can feel overwhelmed and struggle to cope or we may feel dissatisfied with our lives. This is how counselling can help. ​ I offer a safe space where you can talk openly and privately about your problems, feelings and behaviours. We can build a therapeutic relationship based on trust and respect. It is a non judgmental space for you to speak about issues you face, that you may not feel comfortable to discuss with friends or family.
We can all have times in our lives when we find things tough, we can feel overwhelmed and struggle to cope or we may feel dissatisfied with our lives. This is how counselling can help. ​ I offer a safe space where you can talk openly and privately about your problems, feelings and behaviours. We can build a therapeutic relationship based on trust and respect. It is a non judgmental space for you to speak about issues you face, that you may not feel comfortable to discuss with friends or family.
0113 519 3167 View 0113 519 3167
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Sue Aspinall 07421327250
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Bradford BD15
Hello. I am a fully qualified, experienced counsellor, EMDR therapist and supervisor. I work with a wide range of difficulties and also specialise in trauma. I have worked in the NHS and private practice for over 15 years (therapy and supervision). I'm qualified and trained in different models of therapy, meaning that I can adapt the way I work to suit your needs and your personality. I am passionate about psychological therapy as I have seen personally and professionally how powerful it can be.
Hello. I am a fully qualified, experienced counsellor, EMDR therapist and supervisor. I work with a wide range of difficulties and also specialise in trauma. I have worked in the NHS and private practice for over 15 years (therapy and supervision). I'm qualified and trained in different models of therapy, meaning that I can adapt the way I work to suit your needs and your personality. I am passionate about psychological therapy as I have seen personally and professionally how powerful it can be.
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Sophie Bell
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bradford BD10
Choosing a therapist is a very personal decision and finding someone that you feel comfortable with is an important part of your process. I am relational, collaborative and holistic, placing value and importance in you, your story and your challenges and successes. You might be struggling with anxiety, anger or depression? Perhaps issues from your past keep resurfacing and you're looking for a way to move forward? Maybe you have noticed you feel different to the people around you? Or you might like to process an event in a safe environment with a professional?
Choosing a therapist is a very personal decision and finding someone that you feel comfortable with is an important part of your process. I am relational, collaborative and holistic, placing value and importance in you, your story and your challenges and successes. You might be struggling with anxiety, anger or depression? Perhaps issues from your past keep resurfacing and you're looking for a way to move forward? Maybe you have noticed you feel different to the people around you? Or you might like to process an event in a safe environment with a professional?
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Hasan Khan
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD9
As your counsellor I will give you the time, space and environment to strive towards self understanding and growth. Life can feel overwhelming and isolating when enduring challenging times, so coming to therapy can provide you with a safe space, to process and understand your inner emotions and feelings. Therapy with me will support you to enhance self awareness, understanding and authenticity. Counselling is about making yourself a priority. The gym is for a healthy body and therapy is for a healthy mind. Please note- My services are for age 16+.
As your counsellor I will give you the time, space and environment to strive towards self understanding and growth. Life can feel overwhelming and isolating when enduring challenging times, so coming to therapy can provide you with a safe space, to process and understand your inner emotions and feelings. Therapy with me will support you to enhance self awareness, understanding and authenticity. Counselling is about making yourself a priority. The gym is for a healthy body and therapy is for a healthy mind. Please note- My services are for age 16+.
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Anthony Newall
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD10
My approach to counselling is that we are all unique individuals, we may experience similar issues but how they affect us is totally different. I work with the person in front of me and help them accept, process and find their solution. Being genuine with my clients at all times and always remaining non judgmental. Each client will receive unconditional positive regard as we explore past events and find ways of moving forward and becoming the best versions of ourselves. Through active listening I will be empathic so I can understand how these feelings affect your quality of life.
My approach to counselling is that we are all unique individuals, we may experience similar issues but how they affect us is totally different. I work with the person in front of me and help them accept, process and find their solution. Being genuine with my clients at all times and always remaining non judgmental. Each client will receive unconditional positive regard as we explore past events and find ways of moving forward and becoming the best versions of ourselves. Through active listening I will be empathic so I can understand how these feelings affect your quality of life.
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Kuldip Rai
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bradford BD4
My warmest welcome, My name is Kuldip Rai an experienced Person-centered and Integrative counsellor which means I adapt to your needs in a safe and non-judgemental way. I speak 3 different languages, Punjabi, Urdu and Hindi. Person centered couselling is an element focuses on you rather then the counsellor being the expert on yourself, aims to help you to reach your full potential.
My warmest welcome, My name is Kuldip Rai an experienced Person-centered and Integrative counsellor which means I adapt to your needs in a safe and non-judgemental way. I speak 3 different languages, Punjabi, Urdu and Hindi. Person centered couselling is an element focuses on you rather then the counsellor being the expert on yourself, aims to help you to reach your full potential.
0113 467 9094 View 0113 467 9094
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Nosheen T
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD3  (Online Only)
Welcome! Individuals seeking support might struggle with trauma, anxiety, or self-esteem issues and feel overwhelmed. They need a safe space to process their emotions and gain clarity. Their goal is personal growth and healing, and they seek a compassionate professional to guide them through their journey with understanding and respect.
Welcome! Individuals seeking support might struggle with trauma, anxiety, or self-esteem issues and feel overwhelmed. They need a safe space to process their emotions and gain clarity. Their goal is personal growth and healing, and they seek a compassionate professional to guide them through their journey with understanding and respect.
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Sana Syiab
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD9  (Online Only)
Hello! a warm welcome to you. I am an integrative Psychotherapist which means I am able to adapt to your needs. I specialise in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Addiction and much more. I work with Adults, Young people and Children. Choosing a therapist is a very personal decision and finding someone that you feel comfortable with is an important part of your process. I can imagine at times we can feel unheard or sometimes we can feel or think no one understands what you are feeling or experiencing. I am here to support you through what you are experience/
Hello! a warm welcome to you. I am an integrative Psychotherapist which means I am able to adapt to your needs. I specialise in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Addiction and much more. I work with Adults, Young people and Children. Choosing a therapist is a very personal decision and finding someone that you feel comfortable with is an important part of your process. I can imagine at times we can feel unheard or sometimes we can feel or think no one understands what you are feeling or experiencing. I am here to support you through what you are experience/
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Brian Padden
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bradford BD15
Having worked in children’s mental health in primary and secondary schools for 20 years I have gained an in-depth understanding of the difficulties faces by children, teenagers and young children. I work in a non-judgemental way to help my clients to untangle and unlock their issues. Often emotions and behaviours are caused by unknown and unmet needs. I work in a supportive person-centred way to help you to find whatever it is that makes you angry, worried, stressed, lacking in confidence and any other unwanted feeling. With support you will be able to change these negative feelings and find control over your emotions.
Having worked in children’s mental health in primary and secondary schools for 20 years I have gained an in-depth understanding of the difficulties faces by children, teenagers and young children. I work in a non-judgemental way to help my clients to untangle and unlock their issues. Often emotions and behaviours are caused by unknown and unmet needs. I work in a supportive person-centred way to help you to find whatever it is that makes you angry, worried, stressed, lacking in confidence and any other unwanted feeling. With support you will be able to change these negative feelings and find control over your emotions.
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Annabel Madyara
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1
Hi there, my name is Annabel. I am an integrative Psychotherapist/Counsellor based in Bradford and Leeds as well as working online and telephone. Life can be quite challenging in so many ways I understand this because I have worked with diverse people in various settings such as sexual health, HIV/AIDS social support, rape and sexual violence, bereavement, counselling children and young people with various challenges, care experience, adults who were adopted, LGBT communities, asylum seeking people and refugees. I offer you a very open minded approach and a deep understanding in trying to answer the question, "how did I get here".
Hi there, my name is Annabel. I am an integrative Psychotherapist/Counsellor based in Bradford and Leeds as well as working online and telephone. Life can be quite challenging in so many ways I understand this because I have worked with diverse people in various settings such as sexual health, HIV/AIDS social support, rape and sexual violence, bereavement, counselling children and young people with various challenges, care experience, adults who were adopted, LGBT communities, asylum seeking people and refugees. I offer you a very open minded approach and a deep understanding in trying to answer the question, "how did I get here".
0113 519 7535 View 0113 519 7535
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Daniel Easton
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1
Hello. My name is Daniel. I am an qualified and experienced Counsellor working from Harrogate, North Yorkshire. I can help with many issues including; Family and relationship issues, Anxiety and Stress, Depression, Grief and Loss Purpose, direction and motivation Addictions, Moderate mental health concerns Difficult and undesirable behaviour's Issues around Christian faith and spirituality .
Hello. My name is Daniel. I am an qualified and experienced Counsellor working from Harrogate, North Yorkshire. I can help with many issues including; Family and relationship issues, Anxiety and Stress, Depression, Grief and Loss Purpose, direction and motivation Addictions, Moderate mental health concerns Difficult and undesirable behaviour's Issues around Christian faith and spirituality .
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Selah Counselling Services
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1  (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Lindsay & I am passionate about people changing & improving aspects of their lives. I work with an integrative approach which will be tailored to my client’s individual needs. I create a safe non-judgmental place for you to explore not only the problems you are facing but also the causes behind the issues. I will help you begin to process your experiences, become more self-aware & help empower you to bring positive change to your life & thinking patterns, all at a pace that suites you.
Hello, my name is Lindsay & I am passionate about people changing & improving aspects of their lives. I work with an integrative approach which will be tailored to my client’s individual needs. I create a safe non-judgmental place for you to explore not only the problems you are facing but also the causes behind the issues. I will help you begin to process your experiences, become more self-aware & help empower you to bring positive change to your life & thinking patterns, all at a pace that suites you.
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Elaine Chambers
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1
Ok! Is it time to do something about how you have been feeling? It could be that you have been struggling with your negative thoughts, work stress, health challenges, difficulties in your relationships, increased anxiety, low mood, or all of the above and then some. That is the first step, recognising that you can do something different right now to change the way you feel. You may or may not have sought support in the past but that was then, and this is now. It is never too late to put yourself first and prioritise what you need.
Ok! Is it time to do something about how you have been feeling? It could be that you have been struggling with your negative thoughts, work stress, health challenges, difficulties in your relationships, increased anxiety, low mood, or all of the above and then some. That is the first step, recognising that you can do something different right now to change the way you feel. You may or may not have sought support in the past but that was then, and this is now. It is never too late to put yourself first and prioritise what you need.
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Francesca Parry
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bradford BD10
You have likely arrived here because yourself or someone you know is thinking about counselling. This can be a worrying and confusing time and you may just need information about what counselling is and how you can make use of it. I chose counselling as a career as there was a time where I felt like I had no voice. I was alone with my thoughts and feelings. Having therapy, allowed me to understand how it feels to be listened to, with no judgement or a fear of being misunderstood. It gave me time, space and the confidence to open up. I want to work with others and communicate how to work on their self-love and belief in themselves.
You have likely arrived here because yourself or someone you know is thinking about counselling. This can be a worrying and confusing time and you may just need information about what counselling is and how you can make use of it. I chose counselling as a career as there was a time where I felt like I had no voice. I was alone with my thoughts and feelings. Having therapy, allowed me to understand how it feels to be listened to, with no judgement or a fear of being misunderstood. It gave me time, space and the confidence to open up. I want to work with others and communicate how to work on their self-love and belief in themselves.
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Carl Ellis
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am a fully qualified Counsellor on the accredited Professional Register with NCPS, PNCPS Accr. (Accred).Registered member with the BACP. My private practice is close to Bradford , Leeds, Huddersfield and Wakefield. I offer a welcoming, safe, non judgmental space where we can talk confidentially. I will do my absolute best to offer you a relationship where you will feel accepted in your entirety and valued as a human being, where we can work together for as long as you feel it to be helpful and worthwhile.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am a fully qualified Counsellor on the accredited Professional Register with NCPS, PNCPS Accr. (Accred).Registered member with the BACP. My private practice is close to Bradford , Leeds, Huddersfield and Wakefield. I offer a welcoming, safe, non judgmental space where we can talk confidentially. I will do my absolute best to offer you a relationship where you will feel accepted in your entirety and valued as a human being, where we can work together for as long as you feel it to be helpful and worthwhile.
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Lighthouse Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1  (Online Only)
I provide a wide range of psychological services that are catered to suit my clients’ needs. I am person centred, relational, integrative and creative practitioner- meaning that I am prepared to use a number of therapeutical approaches to meet your needs. Psychoeducation is deeply embedded in my practice, especially that teaching forms the foundation of my professional origin. I am continuously striving to learn new things and explore new ideas and approaches, always with my clients’ wellbeing and development in mind.
I provide a wide range of psychological services that are catered to suit my clients’ needs. I am person centred, relational, integrative and creative practitioner- meaning that I am prepared to use a number of therapeutical approaches to meet your needs. Psychoeducation is deeply embedded in my practice, especially that teaching forms the foundation of my professional origin. I am continuously striving to learn new things and explore new ideas and approaches, always with my clients’ wellbeing and development in mind.
0113 519 0459 View 0113 519 0459
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Andrea Smith
Verified Verified
Bradford BD13
I am a Play therapist who works primarily with children aged 4 to 12. Children often show their need for help through their behaviour. They may be struggling to form friends, getting into trouble at school, falling behind in their learning etc. There are many reasons a child may benefit from therapy. These may include abuse, domestic violence, loss of a loved one (including a pet), bullying, divorce, illness. You may not even know why the child is struggling, just that they are. By the end of therapy I hope that the child will feel happier in themselves and will have developed more resiliance to be able to manage future events.
I am a Play therapist who works primarily with children aged 4 to 12. Children often show their need for help through their behaviour. They may be struggling to form friends, getting into trouble at school, falling behind in their learning etc. There are many reasons a child may benefit from therapy. These may include abuse, domestic violence, loss of a loved one (including a pet), bullying, divorce, illness. You may not even know why the child is struggling, just that they are. By the end of therapy I hope that the child will feel happier in themselves and will have developed more resiliance to be able to manage future events.
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Sarah Thompson
Psychologist, FMBPsS
Verified Verified
Bradford BD1
Hi my name is Sarah. I work with children in schools and at our counselling suites . My focus when working with children is to find a way to work with them to help with all of their areas of difficulty, from emotional to school and the variety of difficulties they can experience. I find that children and young people feel most comfortable when they have routine, so the children will always have the same time and day each week, this helps build rapport. I specialise in inclusive therapies which means I can use a variety of techniques which will best support each child individually. From behaviour, emotion, to social difficulties,
Hi my name is Sarah. I work with children in schools and at our counselling suites . My focus when working with children is to find a way to work with them to help with all of their areas of difficulty, from emotional to school and the variety of difficulties they can experience. I find that children and young people feel most comfortable when they have routine, so the children will always have the same time and day each week, this helps build rapport. I specialise in inclusive therapies which means I can use a variety of techniques which will best support each child individually. From behaviour, emotion, to social difficulties,
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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.
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Self-Harming Counsellors

How does therapy for self-harm work?

A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behaviour therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.

Which therapies are best for self-harm?

Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.

Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?

Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.

How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.