Counselling in Houghton le Spring
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Hi, my name is Alexa and thank you for taking the step in seeking help. I know counselling can be very daunting for some people but rest assured I'm here to help put you at ease. Counselling can be a journey of self discovery, growth and finding the real you. I work using the holistic approach, you will be the one to talk about what you want, in a safe environment and I will listen. Within our sessions I will be non judgemental, meaning that I will accept you for the person you are, I will be honest, and I will be empathetic, meaning that I will strive to see the world through your eyes so I can fully understand.
Hi, my name is Alexa and thank you for taking the step in seeking help. I know counselling can be very daunting for some people but rest assured I'm here to help put you at ease. Counselling can be a journey of self discovery, growth and finding the real you. I work using the holistic approach, you will be the one to talk about what you want, in a safe environment and I will listen. Within our sessions I will be non judgemental, meaning that I will accept you for the person you are, I will be honest, and I will be empathetic, meaning that I will strive to see the world through your eyes so I can fully understand.
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Calm Together Therapies & Wellness
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Houghton le Spring DH4
Welcome to Calm Together, your dedicated specialist therapeutic support service in the Northeast of England! We are here to assist families, young people, and adults on their journey towards healing and well-being. At Calm Together, we understand the importance of mental wellness in today’s fast-paced world. Our goal is to provide you with the support and resources you need to cultivate a peaceful, balanced life. Whether you’re seeking help with stress, looking to improve your mental health, or wanting to build better habits, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Welcome to Calm Together, your dedicated specialist therapeutic support service in the Northeast of England! We are here to assist families, young people, and adults on their journey towards healing and well-being. At Calm Together, we understand the importance of mental wellness in today’s fast-paced world. Our goal is to provide you with the support and resources you need to cultivate a peaceful, balanced life. Whether you’re seeking help with stress, looking to improve your mental health, or wanting to build better habits, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
![Photo of Deborah Dixon, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cda48c44-162b-41e5-aa49-d6506777d01d/1/320x400.jpeg)
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed, tired of existing and not living? Is there something preventing you from moving forward? There are times in everyone’s life when things become too much and it is during these times it is important to know that you are not alone. I am passionate about supporting you to heal, to identify solutions and make changes, to help you to create a happier, healthier and peaceful life. I work with both adults and children, helping to overcome a wide range of emotional difficulties. I currently have availability for new clients online or face to face from April and offer a free, no obligation consultation.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed, tired of existing and not living? Is there something preventing you from moving forward? There are times in everyone’s life when things become too much and it is during these times it is important to know that you are not alone. I am passionate about supporting you to heal, to identify solutions and make changes, to help you to create a happier, healthier and peaceful life. I work with both adults and children, helping to overcome a wide range of emotional difficulties. I currently have availability for new clients online or face to face from April and offer a free, no obligation consultation.
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Counselling provides an opportunity to work through what is happening within your life, in a safe, accepted therapeutic space, where you are free to explore who you are and focus upon what brings you to counselling. Counselling enables you to gain support, to be truly heard and listened to, by a skilled professional, someone who is patient, present and focused upon supporting you without any judgement, with whatever your needs may be.
Counselling provides an opportunity to work through what is happening within your life, in a safe, accepted therapeutic space, where you are free to explore who you are and focus upon what brings you to counselling. Counselling enables you to gain support, to be truly heard and listened to, by a skilled professional, someone who is patient, present and focused upon supporting you without any judgement, with whatever your needs may be.
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Hannah Barraclough
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houghton le Spring DH5
If you’re a perfectionist who struggles with anxiety and workplace stress, we’ll be a great fit! I help people get unstuck from difficult emotions that hold them back when times are tough. Together, we’ll work on coping skills to manage and tolerate distress while regulating emotions to help you move forward and improve your quality of life. I strive to help my clients achieve deeper personal and emotional growth and create an authentic life. I’ll empower and encourage you to develop tools to manage the stress and anxiety of your day-to-day life. My purpose is to help you help yourself and live whole-heartedly in the life you want.
If you’re a perfectionist who struggles with anxiety and workplace stress, we’ll be a great fit! I help people get unstuck from difficult emotions that hold them back when times are tough. Together, we’ll work on coping skills to manage and tolerate distress while regulating emotions to help you move forward and improve your quality of life. I strive to help my clients achieve deeper personal and emotional growth and create an authentic life. I’ll empower and encourage you to develop tools to manage the stress and anxiety of your day-to-day life. My purpose is to help you help yourself and live whole-heartedly in the life you want.
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IN-PERSON sessions in DURHAM. I’m a highly qualified and experienced psychotherapist who works with a diverse range of people and the whole of their issues. I understand that everyone can go through difficult times and can benefit from support in handling these challenges. I can help by offering you a relaxed, safe and confidential therapeutic space to explore issues troubling you in a caring, accepting and non-judgemental way. People I have worked with tell me their therapeutic experience with me has increased their confidence, self-awareness, personal growth and they have gained a deeper sense of meaning, purpose and contentment.
IN-PERSON sessions in DURHAM. I’m a highly qualified and experienced psychotherapist who works with a diverse range of people and the whole of their issues. I understand that everyone can go through difficult times and can benefit from support in handling these challenges. I can help by offering you a relaxed, safe and confidential therapeutic space to explore issues troubling you in a caring, accepting and non-judgemental way. People I have worked with tell me their therapeutic experience with me has increased their confidence, self-awareness, personal growth and they have gained a deeper sense of meaning, purpose and contentment.
![Photo of Leigh Brannon, MA, MBACP Accred, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5ed74c25-65dc-4c88-98cd-f62196b8aa3f/2/320x400.jpeg)
When relationships (business, family or personal) are troubled, we can feel anxious or depressed. Whether its lack of, ending of, difficulties with or changes in relationships, at work or home, our need for human closeness both brings pleasure and causes problems. Maybe change is driven by others, maybe you need something to change but don't know the best way to go about it. Perhaps you’re finding that you’re stuck in a destructive communication pattern and feel like you’re going round in circles. Maybe you don’t really know what you want, but would like to find out. I can help.
When relationships (business, family or personal) are troubled, we can feel anxious or depressed. Whether its lack of, ending of, difficulties with or changes in relationships, at work or home, our need for human closeness both brings pleasure and causes problems. Maybe change is driven by others, maybe you need something to change but don't know the best way to go about it. Perhaps you’re finding that you’re stuck in a destructive communication pattern and feel like you’re going round in circles. Maybe you don’t really know what you want, but would like to find out. I can help.
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Janine Hodge: The Inner Essence Mentor
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Houghton le Spring DH4 (Online Only)
I am an experienced Adult, Child & Family Psychotherapist, Coach & Mentor. I help individuals, parents, teachers & practitioners, who are passionate about creating positive and impactful relationships for themselves & the children in their care. I help adults reset their inner valuing system: their perceptions, beliefs, thoughts, emotions & values about themselves, others and the world, to ensure that they are not unconsciously & negatively impacting on their capacity to build resilience & fulfil their potential. Generational trauma & negative conditioning can be very subtle & YOU are your own and your child's greatest resource.
I am an experienced Adult, Child & Family Psychotherapist, Coach & Mentor. I help individuals, parents, teachers & practitioners, who are passionate about creating positive and impactful relationships for themselves & the children in their care. I help adults reset their inner valuing system: their perceptions, beliefs, thoughts, emotions & values about themselves, others and the world, to ensure that they are not unconsciously & negatively impacting on their capacity to build resilience & fulfil their potential. Generational trauma & negative conditioning can be very subtle & YOU are your own and your child's greatest resource.
More Therapists Nearby
![Photo of Kingsley Boateng, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ff325e52-3ae9-4d53-937b-4eeaedf61986/4/320x400.jpeg)
I am a fully accredited and qualified Counsellor and a Hypnotherapist. With these two skills, clients can choose what they feel works best for them, and my evaluations of every session involve them. Are you struggling with Loss of any kind? Is anxiety your primary issue affecting your everyday life? Or are you struggling to accept or come to terms with your sexuality? Marking Therapy is a safe space for you—a space where you can be yourself without holding back. I can also support you in dealing with all forms of addiction, body image/ confidence, smoke cessation and many more.
I am a fully accredited and qualified Counsellor and a Hypnotherapist. With these two skills, clients can choose what they feel works best for them, and my evaluations of every session involve them. Are you struggling with Loss of any kind? Is anxiety your primary issue affecting your everyday life? Or are you struggling to accept or come to terms with your sexuality? Marking Therapy is a safe space for you—a space where you can be yourself without holding back. I can also support you in dealing with all forms of addiction, body image/ confidence, smoke cessation and many more.
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I work with people experiencing compulsive sexual behaviour, or what is commonly called sex or porn addiction. This may look like is having guilt or shame feelings about viewing porn or other sexual activity. Or it may be that you are finding it difficult to stop, despite the desire to, or that it is causing you some difficulties in your life. I come from the place of being sex positive, which means I help you to reduce any shame you may be feeling and help you to find a better relationship with your sexual activity. I also work with those people who feel shame about themselves. Whether that be about sex or other aspects of lives
I work with people experiencing compulsive sexual behaviour, or what is commonly called sex or porn addiction. This may look like is having guilt or shame feelings about viewing porn or other sexual activity. Or it may be that you are finding it difficult to stop, despite the desire to, or that it is causing you some difficulties in your life. I come from the place of being sex positive, which means I help you to reduce any shame you may be feeling and help you to find a better relationship with your sexual activity. I also work with those people who feel shame about themselves. Whether that be about sex or other aspects of lives
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Welcome to my profile. If you are here then you have made a brave step in seeking support to work through some difficult feelings, emotions, changes or situations you may be encountering. You may be suffering with anxiety that is beginning to take over your day to day life; or thoughts that ruminate in your mind and keep you awake at night. Or maybe you have trauma that has never been healed and is holding you back from achieving the things you want to achieve in life. Reaching out for help can feel challenging but you are here and have cleared the first hurdle and you have come to the right place to get you back on track.
Welcome to my profile. If you are here then you have made a brave step in seeking support to work through some difficult feelings, emotions, changes or situations you may be encountering. You may be suffering with anxiety that is beginning to take over your day to day life; or thoughts that ruminate in your mind and keep you awake at night. Or maybe you have trauma that has never been healed and is holding you back from achieving the things you want to achieve in life. Reaching out for help can feel challenging but you are here and have cleared the first hurdle and you have come to the right place to get you back on track.
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Hello, Thank you for visiting my profile. I am an Integrative Psychotherapist based in Middlesbrough. I have been working in the field of Psychotherapy since 2018, I know first hand how healing a therapeutic relationship can be. I supportively work with you to recognise and process various issues and experiences that may be keeping you stuck in a place in your life where you don’t feel fulfilled nor want to be. Together we can explore where your blocks may be and how your past experiences may be impacting your present and your future.
Hello, Thank you for visiting my profile. I am an Integrative Psychotherapist based in Middlesbrough. I have been working in the field of Psychotherapy since 2018, I know first hand how healing a therapeutic relationship can be. I supportively work with you to recognise and process various issues and experiences that may be keeping you stuck in a place in your life where you don’t feel fulfilled nor want to be. Together we can explore where your blocks may be and how your past experiences may be impacting your present and your future.
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Hi, I am Jenna, a Clinical Psychologist and EMDR Therapist with a particular specialism in working with individuals who have experienced relationship difficulties, trauma and complex trauma. I have also previously worked in services supporting Military Veterans. I am passionate about empowering individuals to find ways to make positive changes to their lives and heal from past trauma, and am able to adapt my approach based on your specific needs. I find it important to listen to someone’s story and to help them make sense of the difficulties they are facing, with consideration of social, relational, economic and cultural factors.
Hi, I am Jenna, a Clinical Psychologist and EMDR Therapist with a particular specialism in working with individuals who have experienced relationship difficulties, trauma and complex trauma. I have also previously worked in services supporting Military Veterans. I am passionate about empowering individuals to find ways to make positive changes to their lives and heal from past trauma, and am able to adapt my approach based on your specific needs. I find it important to listen to someone’s story and to help them make sense of the difficulties they are facing, with consideration of social, relational, economic and cultural factors.
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Taking the first step to finding help can be difficult and confusing. I offer a discrete and compassionate service for individuals wishing to seek professional advice for a wide range of mental health issues. We start with a comprehensive assessment and devise a plan for treatment based on your individual needs.
Taking the first step to finding help can be difficult and confusing. I offer a discrete and compassionate service for individuals wishing to seek professional advice for a wide range of mental health issues. We start with a comprehensive assessment and devise a plan for treatment based on your individual needs.
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Dr Alex Hull - Leazes Clinical Psychology
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Sunderland SR1 (Online Only)
I'm an experienced clinical psychologist who is proud to effectively support people who are experiencing a range of mental health issues, including anxiety and low mood. I believe that positive change happens when we work together. We need your commitment, your honesty, and (ideally) some hope. For my part, I offer evidence-based, effective interventions and a promise to work hard with and for you. I have many years working for the NHS, charities, and in private practice so I'm confident that we can get your mental health to the place you want it to be.
I'm an experienced clinical psychologist who is proud to effectively support people who are experiencing a range of mental health issues, including anxiety and low mood. I believe that positive change happens when we work together. We need your commitment, your honesty, and (ideally) some hope. For my part, I offer evidence-based, effective interventions and a promise to work hard with and for you. I have many years working for the NHS, charities, and in private practice so I'm confident that we can get your mental health to the place you want it to be.
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Psychotherapist offering support to individuals and couples through baby loss. Supporting women through anxiety and depression throughout the perinatal period , as well as overwhelmed mum’s needing support in how they view themselves and their abilities.
Psychotherapist offering support to individuals and couples through baby loss. Supporting women through anxiety and depression throughout the perinatal period , as well as overwhelmed mum’s needing support in how they view themselves and their abilities.
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Psychology Connections On The Coast
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
North Shields NE30
Many of us can be our own harshest critic...never feeling good enough, never feeling as if we are "enough", not wanted or unloveable...these thoughts understandably have a big impact on our wellbeing and day to day functioning. It's not just you that feels this way - many of us struggle with these thoughts and feelings at times, but particularly if we've experienced adversity or trauma, this may have become the "norm" in the way we think about ourselves. But this can change. And when we start to think about ourselves and relate differently to ourselves, the world feels like a much better place!
Many of us can be our own harshest critic...never feeling good enough, never feeling as if we are "enough", not wanted or unloveable...these thoughts understandably have a big impact on our wellbeing and day to day functioning. It's not just you that feels this way - many of us struggle with these thoughts and feelings at times, but particularly if we've experienced adversity or trauma, this may have become the "norm" in the way we think about ourselves. But this can change. And when we start to think about ourselves and relate differently to ourselves, the world feels like a much better place!
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Elaine Marie Conway
Psychotherapist, MA, COSRT General
Verified Verified
South Shields NE33 (Online Only)
Are you experiencing sexual difficulties which are impacting on your relationships but don't know how to find a solution? I would encourage you to come and talk it through with me. I offer an initial telephone call to discuss your issues and to see whether this is the right place for you. I work with a variety of issues related to sexuality with both individuals and couples. I welcome people from the LGBTQ+ community and also people who are neurodiverse. I have a warm and approachable style and provide a mutually respectful atmosphere in which we can explore issues and change collaboratively.
Are you experiencing sexual difficulties which are impacting on your relationships but don't know how to find a solution? I would encourage you to come and talk it through with me. I offer an initial telephone call to discuss your issues and to see whether this is the right place for you. I work with a variety of issues related to sexuality with both individuals and couples. I welcome people from the LGBTQ+ community and also people who are neurodiverse. I have a warm and approachable style and provide a mutually respectful atmosphere in which we can explore issues and change collaboratively.
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Safe Space Psychology - Dr Stephanie Kelly
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Durham DH1
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience working with clients struggling with relational difficulties, trauma and other emotional and other psychological difficulties such as complex grief, low mood and anxiety. Working with male, female and non-binary clients, my aim is to personalise all therapeutic approaches to each individual client's specific needs. Over the years, I have worked in a wide variety of settings including acute and secure hospitals, community mental health services as well as in custodial settings with experience supporting adults, adolescents and families.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience working with clients struggling with relational difficulties, trauma and other emotional and other psychological difficulties such as complex grief, low mood and anxiety. Working with male, female and non-binary clients, my aim is to personalise all therapeutic approaches to each individual client's specific needs. Over the years, I have worked in a wide variety of settings including acute and secure hospitals, community mental health services as well as in custodial settings with experience supporting adults, adolescents and families.
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Hi I am Dr Sonia Ahmed, a chartered counselling psychologist who is registered with both the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC). I have significant experience of working with a range of issues and difficulties, varying from day to day stress to severe mental health issues. These include, but are not limited to, anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, relationship issues, amongst others. Furthermore, I have substantial experience working with trauma and PTSD presentations. These can include post-traumatic stress disorder from single event traumas, complex trauma, and developmental trauma.
Hi I am Dr Sonia Ahmed, a chartered counselling psychologist who is registered with both the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC). I have significant experience of working with a range of issues and difficulties, varying from day to day stress to severe mental health issues. These include, but are not limited to, anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, relationship issues, amongst others. Furthermore, I have substantial experience working with trauma and PTSD presentations. These can include post-traumatic stress disorder from single event traumas, complex trauma, and developmental trauma.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Houghton le Spring
< 10
Counsellors in Houghton le Spring who prioritize treating:
100% | Relationship Issues |
100% | Depression |
100% | Anxiety |
100% | Self Esteem |
88% | Trauma and PTSD |
88% | Divorce |
88% | School Issues |
Average years in practice
7 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | AXA PPP |
67% | Cigna and Evernorth |
67% | Aviva |
How Counsellors in Houghton le Spring see their clients
88% | In Person and Online | |
12% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
100% | Female |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Houghton le Spring?
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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).
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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.