Narrative Counselling in Doncaster

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Rachel Lockwood
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Doncaster DN7  (Online Only)
I have worked within different settings using a variety of different counselling models, including, Systemic, Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
If you are looking for a counsellor that puts you at the centre of the work, allowing you to go at your own pace, I am here for you. Working in an integrative way, I work with people aged 12+ and focus on trying to provide a non-judgemental therapeutic relationship where I aim for us to connect in a way for you to be comfortable to be yourself and say the unspoken things. I will get alongside you to explore and notice with curiosity what you share, gently challenging at times, asking questions and highlighting where there might be repetitive behaviours and thought patterns, that may have been harmful or unproductive in the past.
I have worked within different settings using a variety of different counselling models, including, Systemic, Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
If you are looking for a counsellor that puts you at the centre of the work, allowing you to go at your own pace, I am here for you. Working in an integrative way, I work with people aged 12+ and focus on trying to provide a non-judgemental therapeutic relationship where I aim for us to connect in a way for you to be comfortable to be yourself and say the unspoken things. I will get alongside you to explore and notice with curiosity what you share, gently challenging at times, asking questions and highlighting where there might be repetitive behaviours and thought patterns, that may have been harmful or unproductive in the past.
01302 490569 View 01302 490569
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Dr Rose Martin
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Doncaster DN1  (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
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Kerry Herd Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Doncaster DN5
Hello and welcome. My name is Kerry. I am a qualified integrative counsellor, hypnotherapist and Wingwave coach. I know life can feel really tough sometimes, it can feel like we are 'stuck' in life's challenges, or 'lost' or 'overwhelmed' with negative feelings and emotions. Sometimes we can feel unhappy with our life and not know where to turn. It can be 'daunting' taking the 1st step in contacting a therapist. I offer you a warm, welcoming, non judgemental space where we can explore what has brought you to therapy. I have a variety of skills and training where we can explore together and begin to make some changes.
Hello and welcome. My name is Kerry. I am a qualified integrative counsellor, hypnotherapist and Wingwave coach. I know life can feel really tough sometimes, it can feel like we are 'stuck' in life's challenges, or 'lost' or 'overwhelmed' with negative feelings and emotions. Sometimes we can feel unhappy with our life and not know where to turn. It can be 'daunting' taking the 1st step in contacting a therapist. I offer you a warm, welcoming, non judgemental space where we can explore what has brought you to therapy. I have a variety of skills and training where we can explore together and begin to make some changes.
020 8138 8532 View 020 8138 8532
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Gareth Young
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Doncaster DN8
A warm welcome to Rainbow Hearts Counselling my name is Gareth and I’m based in Doncaster. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences. I will walk by your side as you lead the way on your journey to find your rainbow again, no matter how big the storm may have been. Our lifestyles can be so busy and overwhelming, leaving us feeling drained, counselling offers you a break from this. You deserve to be heard, understood and accepted for who you are regardless of what you may have been through in life.
A warm welcome to Rainbow Hearts Counselling my name is Gareth and I’m based in Doncaster. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences. I will walk by your side as you lead the way on your journey to find your rainbow again, no matter how big the storm may have been. Our lifestyles can be so busy and overwhelming, leaving us feeling drained, counselling offers you a break from this. You deserve to be heard, understood and accepted for who you are regardless of what you may have been through in life.
01302 490585 View 01302 490585
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Melisa Adams
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Doncaster DN4  (Online Only)
We are told how important exercise is for our physical well-being, your mental health is no different. Mental health and physical health are interconnected. Stress, anxiety, and depression can manifest as physical symptoms. So, maintaining good mental health can positively influence physical health. Therapy changes lives and for that reason, if you are unhappy, stressed, and not sure what to do, you need to remember that life is short, and you deserve to live the life you want. Put yourself first and do what makes you happy! I will help you become your own therapist, providing you with healthy tools and support tailored for you.
We are told how important exercise is for our physical well-being, your mental health is no different. Mental health and physical health are interconnected. Stress, anxiety, and depression can manifest as physical symptoms. So, maintaining good mental health can positively influence physical health. Therapy changes lives and for that reason, if you are unhappy, stressed, and not sure what to do, you need to remember that life is short, and you deserve to live the life you want. Put yourself first and do what makes you happy! I will help you become your own therapist, providing you with healthy tools and support tailored for you.
01302 490114 View 01302 490114
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Andrea Firth
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Doncaster DN4
Having trained with Relate, my area of expertise is relationships. I can offer to support to people who are considering the future of their relationship or struggling with their new reality following a separation or divorce. I appreciate that asking for support can feel like a big step to take, and that many clients might feel nervous about what to expect. In recognition of this, it is my aim to provide a counselling relationship that is relaxed, supportive and down-to -earth.
Having trained with Relate, my area of expertise is relationships. I can offer to support to people who are considering the future of their relationship or struggling with their new reality following a separation or divorce. I appreciate that asking for support can feel like a big step to take, and that many clients might feel nervous about what to expect. In recognition of this, it is my aim to provide a counselling relationship that is relaxed, supportive and down-to -earth.
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Martina Gaborova
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Doncaster DN1
As an integrative therapist, I view you as a complete individual, considering your mental, physical, and emotional needs within the context of your relationships and environment. I use techniques from various modalities to tailor an approach that fits your personal, communication, or learning styles. My primary method is Systemic Therapy, which explores broader interactions and aims to change transactional patterns among system members. In addition to talking therapy, I may use resources and creative therapies to address specific difficulties.
As an integrative therapist, I view you as a complete individual, considering your mental, physical, and emotional needs within the context of your relationships and environment. I use techniques from various modalities to tailor an approach that fits your personal, communication, or learning styles. My primary method is Systemic Therapy, which explores broader interactions and aims to change transactional patterns among system members. In addition to talking therapy, I may use resources and creative therapies to address specific difficulties.
01709 919545 View 01709 919545
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Samantha Mutch
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Doncaster DN4
Life changing therapy: Bupa Recognised practitioner. You may be struggling to manage; anxiety, panic or depression; or perhaps you have experienced difficulties in the past which still affect you; childhood trauma or adversity? Or you may find relationships difficult. Many people are affected by these experiences. Perhaps it's making you feel alone or different to others. That can change. Counselling and psychology can help you to understand the ways you think, feel and behave, and by understanding the root causes of your difficulties. You may be suprised how quickly you can get things off the ground.
Life changing therapy: Bupa Recognised practitioner. You may be struggling to manage; anxiety, panic or depression; or perhaps you have experienced difficulties in the past which still affect you; childhood trauma or adversity? Or you may find relationships difficult. Many people are affected by these experiences. Perhaps it's making you feel alone or different to others. That can change. Counselling and psychology can help you to understand the ways you think, feel and behave, and by understanding the root causes of your difficulties. You may be suprised how quickly you can get things off the ground.
01302 436879 View 01302 436879
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Steppingstones
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Doncaster DN4
Life is not always easy or simple. Are you struggling with emotions, behaviours or decision making? Is there a life event or circumstance that is effecting you? Are you experiencing anxiety, stress depression, work related difficulties or issues within your relationship, marriage or family? Do you need help to achieve your goals?
Life is not always easy or simple. Are you struggling with emotions, behaviours or decision making? Is there a life event or circumstance that is effecting you? Are you experiencing anxiety, stress depression, work related difficulties or issues within your relationship, marriage or family? Do you need help to achieve your goals?
01302 490918 View 01302 490918
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Nicki Miller
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Doncaster DN1
As a humanistic-integrative counsellor, I take the view that there is no single approach that can treat every client, in all situations. I therefore offer an approach to counselling that combines different elements of several specific therapies so as to enable me to provide the appropriate interventions for each individual. I believe each person is an 'unique whole' and counselling techniques are best tailored to fit the unique individuals needs and personal circumstances. It is of primary importance to me that I offer you highly confidential service based on you as an individual in your distinctive circumstances.
As a humanistic-integrative counsellor, I take the view that there is no single approach that can treat every client, in all situations. I therefore offer an approach to counselling that combines different elements of several specific therapies so as to enable me to provide the appropriate interventions for each individual. I believe each person is an 'unique whole' and counselling techniques are best tailored to fit the unique individuals needs and personal circumstances. It is of primary importance to me that I offer you highly confidential service based on you as an individual in your distinctive circumstances.
01302 972719 View 01302 972719
Photo of Sharon Andrea Shaw, MBBS, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Sharon Andrea Shaw
Psychotherapist, MBBS, MBACP
Verified Verified
Doncaster DN6
Feeling SAD, CONFUSED and/or ANGRY? Feeling stuck/trapped? What's the point? Nothing changes? I know the fears of opening up emotionally or mentally. I also know now of how beneficial it is for YOU. To have time to understand your 'self' so that YOU can process and heal, change YOUR future. It's empowering. I have studied for 6 years, to Masters level. Committed to my own personal development. Losing nearly three stone in weight (an emotional eater). Unattached from drinking 5 times a week to now occasionally socially or sometimes I just drink water and ice! Smoking and a fitter body is next. YOU are important! Take control back!
Feeling SAD, CONFUSED and/or ANGRY? Feeling stuck/trapped? What's the point? Nothing changes? I know the fears of opening up emotionally or mentally. I also know now of how beneficial it is for YOU. To have time to understand your 'self' so that YOU can process and heal, change YOUR future. It's empowering. I have studied for 6 years, to Masters level. Committed to my own personal development. Losing nearly three stone in weight (an emotional eater). Unattached from drinking 5 times a week to now occasionally socially or sometimes I just drink water and ice! Smoking and a fitter body is next. YOU are important! Take control back!
01302 496594 View 01302 496594
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Sian Hulley
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Doncaster DN3
Hi, I'm Sian and I am an art psychotherapist. From lived experience, I know how important it is to be heard, accepted and understood. Sometimes emotions are overwhelming and are unable to be put into words. Through art therapy, I will help you create a safe space where you can begin to process experiences and emotions in a way that is tolerable for you. I will always work with you to find what is best for you. Art therapy can be calming, soothing and therapeutic, allowing you to communicate and express yourself when words may be too difficult.
Hi, I'm Sian and I am an art psychotherapist. From lived experience, I know how important it is to be heard, accepted and understood. Sometimes emotions are overwhelming and are unable to be put into words. Through art therapy, I will help you create a safe space where you can begin to process experiences and emotions in a way that is tolerable for you. I will always work with you to find what is best for you. Art therapy can be calming, soothing and therapeutic, allowing you to communicate and express yourself when words may be too difficult.
0114 697 3441 View 0114 697 3441
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East Yorkshire Psychology
Psychologist, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Doncaster DN3
Dr Nikki McCloud is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist who works with a small group of associates providing specialist assessment and support for both mental and physical health difficulties.
Dr Nikki McCloud is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist who works with a small group of associates providing specialist assessment and support for both mental and physical health difficulties.
01964 770363 View 01964 770363
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Michèle Logue
Counsellor, MA, COSRT Reg.
Verified Verified
Doncaster DN1  (Online Only)
I offer counselling individuals, couples and families and psychosexual therapy to individuals and couples. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, sexual issues, compulsive sexual behaviours or relationship issues using an Integrative approach means tailoring the therapy to each individual client in order to achieve the changes and goals they choose.
I offer counselling individuals, couples and families and psychosexual therapy to individuals and couples. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, sexual issues, compulsive sexual behaviours or relationship issues using an Integrative approach means tailoring the therapy to each individual client in order to achieve the changes and goals they choose.
01925 984175 View 01925 984175
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Cass Jarvis
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Doncaster DN1  (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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Sheffield CBT & Counselling Practice
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Doncaster DN5
We at Sheffield CBT & Counselling Practice are committed to helping people to overcome difficult and distressing times. We provide a safe and personalised service offering solutions for people experiencing a range of difficulties from anxiety, depression, panic attacks, worrying, social phobia, low self esteem, public speaking, OCD, & PTSD. At the center of Sheffield CBT & Counselling Practice is an approach that supports clients to reach psychological and personal well-being,
We at Sheffield CBT & Counselling Practice are committed to helping people to overcome difficult and distressing times. We provide a safe and personalised service offering solutions for people experiencing a range of difficulties from anxiety, depression, panic attacks, worrying, social phobia, low self esteem, public speaking, OCD, & PTSD. At the center of Sheffield CBT & Counselling Practice is an approach that supports clients to reach psychological and personal well-being,
0114 478 2065 View 0114 478 2065
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Abbie Rhodes
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Doncaster DN12
Hi, it can be hard to share your feelings, so I offer a relaxed approach to therapy in a welcoming private safe space in Rotherham or Barnsley. Here we can start getting you the best possible outcomes for lifes struggles. With the right support and guidance we can start to make your world more manageable, learn new coping skills and build a clearer future. Your first time or not, we will go along at your pace and your duration. Together we can explore your life dynamics, hopes, and goals - past, present or future by using different therpay approaches to make long term changes, realisations and all around maintainable improvements.
Hi, it can be hard to share your feelings, so I offer a relaxed approach to therapy in a welcoming private safe space in Rotherham or Barnsley. Here we can start getting you the best possible outcomes for lifes struggles. With the right support and guidance we can start to make your world more manageable, learn new coping skills and build a clearer future. Your first time or not, we will go along at your pace and your duration. Together we can explore your life dynamics, hopes, and goals - past, present or future by using different therpay approaches to make long term changes, realisations and all around maintainable improvements.
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Louise Fenton
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Doncaster DN1
If you are suffering from flashbacks, nightmares, losing time, zoning out, self-harm, disordered eating, relationship issues, anxiety, mood swings, unexplained pain, tics etc. welcome you are in the right place as I can help you and I want to let you know healing is possible! I will listen to what is going on for you so you feel heard, enabling me to understand how your problems are impacting your life today and how every one of those behaviours are there for a very good reason. We will work with your mind, body and brain, all of you. We will make sense of your beliefs and update them resulting in life changing healing and recovery.
If you are suffering from flashbacks, nightmares, losing time, zoning out, self-harm, disordered eating, relationship issues, anxiety, mood swings, unexplained pain, tics etc. welcome you are in the right place as I can help you and I want to let you know healing is possible! I will listen to what is going on for you so you feel heard, enabling me to understand how your problems are impacting your life today and how every one of those behaviours are there for a very good reason. We will work with your mind, body and brain, all of you. We will make sense of your beliefs and update them resulting in life changing healing and recovery.
01724 709480 View 01724 709480

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Synergy Counselling and Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bircotes DN11
Hello! I’m Sharon. 21st-century life can be stressful and difficult, especially with current events. Talking can help to untangle and explore issues, validate your concerns, make sense of your behaviour, and heal your emotional wounds which can be life-changing and life-affirming. I help individuals develop resilience and support you to overcome challenges, thrive, and even evolve into their authentic self. Anxiety, Depression, Life-changing events like loss, unresolved emotions, relationship difficulties, and trauma are just some issues that I work with. I also specialise in Neurodiversity including ADHD, Dyslexia and ASD .
Hello! I’m Sharon. 21st-century life can be stressful and difficult, especially with current events. Talking can help to untangle and explore issues, validate your concerns, make sense of your behaviour, and heal your emotional wounds which can be life-changing and life-affirming. I help individuals develop resilience and support you to overcome challenges, thrive, and even evolve into their authentic self. Anxiety, Depression, Life-changing events like loss, unresolved emotions, relationship difficulties, and trauma are just some issues that I work with. I also specialise in Neurodiversity including ADHD, Dyslexia and ASD .
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Online Therapists

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Dr Jenna Brough
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Scunthorpe DN15  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work integratively using EMDR, CFT, ACT, CBT and Systemic approaches including Narrative and Feminist Therapy.
I specialise in supporting women, birthing people and partners after perinatal care and birth trauma and those who are pregnant after infertility, baby loss, or perinatal trauma. Perinatal care trauma is trauma related to experiences of care and support in the perinatal period (from fertility to early parenthood). This could be a distinct lack of support in relation to fertility struggles or hyperemesis gravidarum, fear-inducing, coercive or abusive care in pregnancy and birth, the drop-off in postnatal care after a difficult birth experience, poor care and advice in relation to feeding or other postpartum health issues.
I work integratively using EMDR, CFT, ACT, CBT and Systemic approaches including Narrative and Feminist Therapy.
I specialise in supporting women, birthing people and partners after perinatal care and birth trauma and those who are pregnant after infertility, baby loss, or perinatal trauma. Perinatal care trauma is trauma related to experiences of care and support in the perinatal period (from fertility to early parenthood). This could be a distinct lack of support in relation to fertility struggles or hyperemesis gravidarum, fear-inducing, coercive or abusive care in pregnancy and birth, the drop-off in postnatal care after a difficult birth experience, poor care and advice in relation to feeding or other postpartum health issues.
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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.