Attachment-based Counselling in Huddersfield
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Aspire Play Therapy (Huddersfield/Wakefield)
Counsellor, MA, PTUK
Verified Verified
Huddersfield HD8
Play Therapy can help support social, emotional and behaviour difficulties and also children who are struggling with confused and upsetting experiences. Difficulties that can be supported through Play Therapy include anger, phobias, friendships, concentration, loss and bereavement, anxiety, parental separation, trauma, sibling rivalry, hyperactivity, behavioural issues, emotional literacy and many others. Through the support of the therapist, play can help a child achieve their full potential. You can contact me to arrange a free consultation in which your child's difficulties can be discussed and therapeutic goals agreed.
Play Therapy can help support social, emotional and behaviour difficulties and also children who are struggling with confused and upsetting experiences. Difficulties that can be supported through Play Therapy include anger, phobias, friendships, concentration, loss and bereavement, anxiety, parental separation, trauma, sibling rivalry, hyperactivity, behavioural issues, emotional literacy and many others. Through the support of the therapist, play can help a child achieve their full potential. You can contact me to arrange a free consultation in which your child's difficulties can be discussed and therapeutic goals agreed.
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My name is Heather and I am a qualified therapist with a PGDip in Integrative Counselling. The way that I work, is to guide you through your thoughts, feelings, behaviours and experiences to find clarity. I offer a non-judgemental and confidential space for you to understand what is happening for you. This may be space to explore your feelings and emotions. It may be space for you to process events that may be troubling you.
My name is Heather and I am a qualified therapist with a PGDip in Integrative Counselling. The way that I work, is to guide you through your thoughts, feelings, behaviours and experiences to find clarity. I offer a non-judgemental and confidential space for you to understand what is happening for you. This may be space to explore your feelings and emotions. It may be space for you to process events that may be troubling you.
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Are you experiencing relationship problems, inner conflicts or life stresses? It can help to find someone who is empathic and skilled who offers a safe space in which to share these feelings and dilemmas. Sometimes the issues may have been a pressure in life for months or years, and become part of your personality. It is a relief to discover that there is a solution to be found in therapy. I am especially interested in helping clients who have experienced troubled, sometimes abusive, childhoods and early loss of significant attachment figures. Often later life experience brings back earlier trauma and distress.
Are you experiencing relationship problems, inner conflicts or life stresses? It can help to find someone who is empathic and skilled who offers a safe space in which to share these feelings and dilemmas. Sometimes the issues may have been a pressure in life for months or years, and become part of your personality. It is a relief to discover that there is a solution to be found in therapy. I am especially interested in helping clients who have experienced troubled, sometimes abusive, childhoods and early loss of significant attachment figures. Often later life experience brings back earlier trauma and distress.
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The client’s needs are at the heart of the therapy I provide. Sometimes the pressures of life builds, and it can feel overwhelming. I offer a safe environment where we can explore your inner and outer world and work towards your goals for therapy. My aim is to build a strong therapeutic relationship where you feel comfortable and empowered to grow in the direction you want. I work in an integrative and collaborative way, drawing on differing therapeutic disciplines depending on your individual needs. My room is easy to reach from the town centre or M62 and has off-street parking. Online and telephone sessions are also available.
The client’s needs are at the heart of the therapy I provide. Sometimes the pressures of life builds, and it can feel overwhelming. I offer a safe environment where we can explore your inner and outer world and work towards your goals for therapy. My aim is to build a strong therapeutic relationship where you feel comfortable and empowered to grow in the direction you want. I work in an integrative and collaborative way, drawing on differing therapeutic disciplines depending on your individual needs. My room is easy to reach from the town centre or M62 and has off-street parking. Online and telephone sessions are also available.
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I am a trauma-informed, integrative therapist with NHS experience. Being trauma-informed means that I use a specific approach to therapy that recognizes and emphasizes understanding how the traumatic experience impacts a person’s mental well-being. This type of therapy is rooted in understanding the connection between the trauma experience and the person’s emotional and behavioural responses. Being integrative means that I can work at your pace with a wide variety of skills tailored to suit you. I am aware that therapy is not a “one size fits all” and I pride myself in working with you to reconnect you with your values in life
I am a trauma-informed, integrative therapist with NHS experience. Being trauma-informed means that I use a specific approach to therapy that recognizes and emphasizes understanding how the traumatic experience impacts a person’s mental well-being. This type of therapy is rooted in understanding the connection between the trauma experience and the person’s emotional and behavioural responses. Being integrative means that I can work at your pace with a wide variety of skills tailored to suit you. I am aware that therapy is not a “one size fits all” and I pride myself in working with you to reconnect you with your values in life
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Welcome... Are you feeling lost in the darkness, just getting through the day and putting on a fake self and smile to others? Maybe you're fearful, people pleasing, keeping busy, avoiding conflict and criticism at all costs? Are you exhausted no matter how much rest you get, sad about the past or anxious about the future? Are you scared of ending up alone, critical of yourself, feel like you're not good enough or that you don't fit in or belong? Are you feeling constantly stressed, over thinking and find it hard to relax or switch of? Is it hard to trust people and let your guard down? I hear you.
Welcome... Are you feeling lost in the darkness, just getting through the day and putting on a fake self and smile to others? Maybe you're fearful, people pleasing, keeping busy, avoiding conflict and criticism at all costs? Are you exhausted no matter how much rest you get, sad about the past or anxious about the future? Are you scared of ending up alone, critical of yourself, feel like you're not good enough or that you don't fit in or belong? Are you feeling constantly stressed, over thinking and find it hard to relax or switch of? Is it hard to trust people and let your guard down? I hear you.
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I work with adults and young people with various presenting difficulties such as anxiety, OCD, phobias, stress, trauma, depression, anger, loss, low self esteem, self harm, relationship problems and abuse. Counselling is a process people seek when they want changes in their life. It can help us to understand and have better clarity of our thoughts, emotions and behaviours. Let me ask you…Are you feeling stuck? Do you want to feel happier? Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you feeling lost or hopeless? Are you battling with your inner critic? Do you want to heal from your past? If so let’s start your journey to discovering a new you.
I work with adults and young people with various presenting difficulties such as anxiety, OCD, phobias, stress, trauma, depression, anger, loss, low self esteem, self harm, relationship problems and abuse. Counselling is a process people seek when they want changes in their life. It can help us to understand and have better clarity of our thoughts, emotions and behaviours. Let me ask you…Are you feeling stuck? Do you want to feel happier? Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you feeling lost or hopeless? Are you battling with your inner critic? Do you want to heal from your past? If so let’s start your journey to discovering a new you.
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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.
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Hello, and welcome to my page. I am an experienced Muslim counsellor and a registered member of the BACP, offering counselling for individuals and couples online or face to face in my office in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. It can be daunting speaking to someone about things which are difficult to talk about, you may not know where to begin. This is why I suggest an introductory call, where you can ask me questions about the counselling process, and I can get some information about what brings you to counselling, so that you can understand how counselling can help you. Get in touch today, via call, text or email.
Hello, and welcome to my page. I am an experienced Muslim counsellor and a registered member of the BACP, offering counselling for individuals and couples online or face to face in my office in Huddersfield, West Yorkshire. It can be daunting speaking to someone about things which are difficult to talk about, you may not know where to begin. This is why I suggest an introductory call, where you can ask me questions about the counselling process, and I can get some information about what brings you to counselling, so that you can understand how counselling can help you. Get in touch today, via call, text or email.
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I specialise in Bereavement Counselling.Have you had a major loss in your life which you are struggling to deal with? Are you unable to express your emotions and make sense of what has happened? Has this life event impacted on all other areas of your life and you are finding it difficult to function?Counselling can be of great benefit to you if this is the case. It helps you to express yourself and work through your grief and in time helps you to gain a different perspective on your situation and learn to have a healthy response to what has happened in your life.Counselling shines a light on the difficult areas of life.
I specialise in Bereavement Counselling.Have you had a major loss in your life which you are struggling to deal with? Are you unable to express your emotions and make sense of what has happened? Has this life event impacted on all other areas of your life and you are finding it difficult to function?Counselling can be of great benefit to you if this is the case. It helps you to express yourself and work through your grief and in time helps you to gain a different perspective on your situation and learn to have a healthy response to what has happened in your life.Counselling shines a light on the difficult areas of life.
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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.
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I'm an extensively experienced, fully qualified BACP registered counsellor for adults and young people. I work with everyone individually, helping you to explore and make sense of your feelings, needs and relationships, and make positive changes in your life. The world can sometimes feel stressful and we can feel sad, confused, disconnected and stuck. I am an integrative therapist which means I can use different methods and techniques to help you explore your needs, uncertainties and fears. I work inclusively and respectfully, validating and accepting your individuality. I am happy to chat with you before booking a session.
I'm an extensively experienced, fully qualified BACP registered counsellor for adults and young people. I work with everyone individually, helping you to explore and make sense of your feelings, needs and relationships, and make positive changes in your life. The world can sometimes feel stressful and we can feel sad, confused, disconnected and stuck. I am an integrative therapist which means I can use different methods and techniques to help you explore your needs, uncertainties and fears. I work inclusively and respectfully, validating and accepting your individuality. I am happy to chat with you before booking a session.
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Whether this is your first time seeking therapy or it feels the right time to speak to someone again, you are welcome here. Counselling with me can be a place to offload, work through or process some of those feelings or hard thoughts. A chance to untangle what is going on for you, while still enabling you to function day to day. I am an integrative, relational counsellor which means I am qualified in a range of counselling and psychotherapy approaches and tailor sessions to meet your individual needs.
Whether this is your first time seeking therapy or it feels the right time to speak to someone again, you are welcome here. Counselling with me can be a place to offload, work through or process some of those feelings or hard thoughts. A chance to untangle what is going on for you, while still enabling you to function day to day. I am an integrative, relational counsellor which means I am qualified in a range of counselling and psychotherapy approaches and tailor sessions to meet your individual needs.
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I don’t know what's brought you here at this stage, but rest assured I will do all I can to help you. Do you feel alone in your struggle, weighed down by sadness or anxiety? Are you struggling to manage your emotions or looking for more of something? I can offer you a safe and accepting space, as an experienced therapist, who truly cares and listens to what's important to you. My clients tell me I work from the heart, with a healthy balance of professionalism and being human. I pride myself on being welcoming, friendly and genuine, as both a counsellor and as a person. I am person-centred in my approach to counselling, and to life!
I don’t know what's brought you here at this stage, but rest assured I will do all I can to help you. Do you feel alone in your struggle, weighed down by sadness or anxiety? Are you struggling to manage your emotions or looking for more of something? I can offer you a safe and accepting space, as an experienced therapist, who truly cares and listens to what's important to you. My clients tell me I work from the heart, with a healthy balance of professionalism and being human. I pride myself on being welcoming, friendly and genuine, as both a counsellor and as a person. I am person-centred in my approach to counselling, and to life!
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At Mantle Psychology we work with you to help you understand your mental health difficulties, develop a picture of why they might be happening, and help you to improve your wellbeing. Having the time and space to explore your difficulties can be very beneficial and we aim to provide you with the most appropriate intervention to meet your needs. We can work with young people, families, adults, and older adults. We treat all mental health problems and we see everyone as an individual with their own unique circumstances and difficulties, and will use the most appropriate psychological therapy based on your goals.
At Mantle Psychology we work with you to help you understand your mental health difficulties, develop a picture of why they might be happening, and help you to improve your wellbeing. Having the time and space to explore your difficulties can be very beneficial and we aim to provide you with the most appropriate intervention to meet your needs. We can work with young people, families, adults, and older adults. We treat all mental health problems and we see everyone as an individual with their own unique circumstances and difficulties, and will use the most appropriate psychological therapy based on your goals.
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I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with a broad range of experience in offering psychological interventions to adults with complex mental health difficulties in both NHS and private practice settings. I have a particular interest in trauma/ adverse experiences, its different manifestations, and impact on ways of coping and surviving in the world. Building a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship is at the centre of this work so that we can collaboratively work together on achieving your goals.
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with a broad range of experience in offering psychological interventions to adults with complex mental health difficulties in both NHS and private practice settings. I have a particular interest in trauma/ adverse experiences, its different manifestations, and impact on ways of coping and surviving in the world. Building a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship is at the centre of this work so that we can collaboratively work together on achieving your goals.
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Hello. I am Emma. The common themes for those seeking help are anxiety, low self confidence and depression, I believe we might not recognise these terms. It is more like you feel life is a struggle with no direction and purpose, or your head feels full of thoughts, and you feel restless. I have success with clients who, in addition to wanting to be better, want to find themselves and understand the world in which they live. This often means working with existential questions; Why am I here? What is the point? I also work with trauma. I support issues with food. I am a trained Mindfulness teacher and this can form part of our work.
Hello. I am Emma. The common themes for those seeking help are anxiety, low self confidence and depression, I believe we might not recognise these terms. It is more like you feel life is a struggle with no direction and purpose, or your head feels full of thoughts, and you feel restless. I have success with clients who, in addition to wanting to be better, want to find themselves and understand the world in which they live. This often means working with existential questions; Why am I here? What is the point? I also work with trauma. I support issues with food. I am a trained Mindfulness teacher and this can form part of our work.
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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.
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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?
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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.
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Attachment-based Counsellors
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioural Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.