Trauma Focused Counselling in Knutsford

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Ailish Oliver
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Knutsford WA16  (Online Only)
I am a friendly CBT therapist with five years total experience of psychological practice in voluntary and private sector. I offer unconditional positive regard and empathy as we work together. You can expect to feel attentively listened to as we discuss and address the difficulties you are facing. My therapeutic style is compassion focused; we could all benefit from being a little kinder to ourselves. My goal is for you to build healthier coping tools, emotional resilience and start living the life you want to live.
I am a friendly CBT therapist with five years total experience of psychological practice in voluntary and private sector. I offer unconditional positive regard and empathy as we work together. You can expect to feel attentively listened to as we discuss and address the difficulties you are facing. My therapeutic style is compassion focused; we could all benefit from being a little kinder to ourselves. My goal is for you to build healthier coping tools, emotional resilience and start living the life you want to live.
01565 743906 View 01565 743906
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Natasha Medina
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Knutsford WA16  (Online Only)
I am a fully qualified psychotherapist, counsellor and life coach with over 11 years of experience. We all develop coping strategies to deal with the experiences of life, but eventually, most of us realise that some of those mechanisms no longer serve us. My role will be to guide your exploration, and better management of these internal processes. Our aim will be for you to feel happier and more at peace and fulfilled with of your life. In addition, you will have the strategies to deal more constructively with unwanted events as, and when they occur.
I am a fully qualified psychotherapist, counsellor and life coach with over 11 years of experience. We all develop coping strategies to deal with the experiences of life, but eventually, most of us realise that some of those mechanisms no longer serve us. My role will be to guide your exploration, and better management of these internal processes. Our aim will be for you to feel happier and more at peace and fulfilled with of your life. In addition, you will have the strategies to deal more constructively with unwanted events as, and when they occur.
01260 541812 View 01260 541812
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Deborah Anne Spencer
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Knutsford WA16
Hello, my name is Debbie. Thank you for taking this time to read my profile. This means that you have already taken the first step to improve your Well-being, to be happy & positive, plan & focus on 'your' future. I provide therapy to CYP, Adults & families. Working with presenting issues, such as; anxiety, abuse, bereavement, exploitation, low mood, loss, Parenting & family dynamics, relationship concerns, self harm and many others. I also provide Clinical Supervision to therapists and practitioners.
Hello, my name is Debbie. Thank you for taking this time to read my profile. This means that you have already taken the first step to improve your Well-being, to be happy & positive, plan & focus on 'your' future. I provide therapy to CYP, Adults & families. Working with presenting issues, such as; anxiety, abuse, bereavement, exploitation, low mood, loss, Parenting & family dynamics, relationship concerns, self harm and many others. I also provide Clinical Supervision to therapists and practitioners.
01928 244569 View 01928 244569
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Louise Mackintosh
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Knutsford WA16
Individuals and couples decide to look for therapy for many reasons; stress, anxiety or depression, difficulties in relationships; anything that's stopping them living the life they want. I place importance on helping clients understand the causes, not simply focusing on the symptoms. Ultimately, knowing yourself better is the key to a more fulfilling life, with improved relationships and feeling better within yourself on a day to day basis.
Individuals and couples decide to look for therapy for many reasons; stress, anxiety or depression, difficulties in relationships; anything that's stopping them living the life they want. I place importance on helping clients understand the causes, not simply focusing on the symptoms. Ultimately, knowing yourself better is the key to a more fulfilling life, with improved relationships and feeling better within yourself on a day to day basis.
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Dr Nicola Wright
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Knutsford WA16  (Online Only)
The Perinatal Period is a transformative time, which can bring about a variety of emotions such as anxiety, fear, ambivalence and overwhelm. I am here to support you in navigating what can be a difficult journey from challenges with conceiving, perinatal loss, fear of birth, associated trauma and postnatal hurdles. I am a Clinical Psychologist with 15 years experience of working in the NHS, five of which have been in a Specialist Perinatal Mental Health Team. I will work with you to identify your therapy goals, make sense of your current distress and make the positive changes you hope for in improving your perinatal mental health.
The Perinatal Period is a transformative time, which can bring about a variety of emotions such as anxiety, fear, ambivalence and overwhelm. I am here to support you in navigating what can be a difficult journey from challenges with conceiving, perinatal loss, fear of birth, associated trauma and postnatal hurdles. I am a Clinical Psychologist with 15 years experience of working in the NHS, five of which have been in a Specialist Perinatal Mental Health Team. I will work with you to identify your therapy goals, make sense of your current distress and make the positive changes you hope for in improving your perinatal mental health.
01925 595425 View 01925 595425
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Julia Summers Psychotherapist & Supervisor
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Knutsford WA16
Are you having problems with your relationship, family or friends? Maybe you are feeling dissatisfied, overwhelmed, guilty, upset or angry? Whatever feelings you have, it usually means pain for you in some way. Counselling isn’t just something people do when they are in crisis or at rock bottom, attending before problems snowball or get too overwhelming can help and save more pain in the long run.
Are you having problems with your relationship, family or friends? Maybe you are feeling dissatisfied, overwhelmed, guilty, upset or angry? Whatever feelings you have, it usually means pain for you in some way. Counselling isn’t just something people do when they are in crisis or at rock bottom, attending before problems snowball or get too overwhelming can help and save more pain in the long run.
0161 524 4816 View 0161 524 4816
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Dr Graham Simpson-Adkins
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Knutsford WA16
I aim to support any adult, child, young person, family or organisation to maximise their potential and effectively manage the difficulties that life often brings. I believe that by building an understanding of your social, emotional, psychological and physical needs, you can be supported to feel safe, ready to cope and able to achieve the goals that matter to you. My aim will be to help you to explore your needs, to better understand the difficulties you face and to provide tailored psychological support, based on a wide range of evidence based interventions to help develop solutions that work for you.
I aim to support any adult, child, young person, family or organisation to maximise their potential and effectively manage the difficulties that life often brings. I believe that by building an understanding of your social, emotional, psychological and physical needs, you can be supported to feel safe, ready to cope and able to achieve the goals that matter to you. My aim will be to help you to explore your needs, to better understand the difficulties you face and to provide tailored psychological support, based on a wide range of evidence based interventions to help develop solutions that work for you.
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Charlotte Bailey - How To Stop People-Pleasing
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Knutsford WA16
Do you feel unsure of who you really are, often wearing a mask around others? Perhaps you find yourself saying yes when you want to say no causing you to feel frazzled and unable to switch off. You might feel sick at the thought of saying how you really feel and worry you're not good and will let people down. No wonder you feel anxious or overwhelmed, it's exhausting! It's also a sign you may be stuck in a cycle of sacrificing your own needs for others. The good news is this can stop. You can retain the positive qualities that make you the kind person you are and make space for the real you! This is where my approach comes in.
Do you feel unsure of who you really are, often wearing a mask around others? Perhaps you find yourself saying yes when you want to say no causing you to feel frazzled and unable to switch off. You might feel sick at the thought of saying how you really feel and worry you're not good and will let people down. No wonder you feel anxious or overwhelmed, it's exhausting! It's also a sign you may be stuck in a cycle of sacrificing your own needs for others. The good news is this can stop. You can retain the positive qualities that make you the kind person you are and make space for the real you! This is where my approach comes in.
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The Therapy Quarters
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Knutsford WA16
Karen has managed a private practice offering counselling, EMDR Therapy, and Clinical Supervision to clients and practitioners internationally. Karen’s work over more than 25 years has been within charitable, public and private sectors alongside working with trainee practitioners from Universities throughout Staffordshire and Cheshire. Karen has experience working with Police and Emergency Blue Light services, Specialist Domestic Abuse services, NHS and care staff, as well as lecturing for a number of years and providing training to external agencies and organisations.
Karen has managed a private practice offering counselling, EMDR Therapy, and Clinical Supervision to clients and practitioners internationally. Karen’s work over more than 25 years has been within charitable, public and private sectors alongside working with trainee practitioners from Universities throughout Staffordshire and Cheshire. Karen has experience working with Police and Emergency Blue Light services, Specialist Domestic Abuse services, NHS and care staff, as well as lecturing for a number of years and providing training to external agencies and organisations.
01782 493360 View 01782 493360
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Dr Emma Solomon, Consultant Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Knutsford WA16
To others it might appear you’re doing great, but that’s not how you feel inside. You’ve worked on yourself and tried to feel better but nothing lasts. Past events play on your mind bringing you down and making you anxious. I can help.
To others it might appear you’re doing great, but that’s not how you feel inside. You’ve worked on yourself and tried to feel better but nothing lasts. Past events play on your mind bringing you down and making you anxious. I can help.
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT)
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Knutsford WA16
I'm a fully accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) with post graduate certificate in Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). I am an ISST accredited Schema Therapist. I have used Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) with social anxiety, OCD, PTSD and depression. I specialise in using schema therapy with people who have life patterns originating from difficulties in early life. In adult life this can shows itself as high levels of anxiety, fear of abandonment, self-criticism, low mood, feeling overwhelmed, feeling like a failure, feeling alone, blaming yourself for everything, feeling guilty and people pleasing.
I'm a fully accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) with post graduate certificate in Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). I am an ISST accredited Schema Therapist. I have used Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) with social anxiety, OCD, PTSD and depression. I specialise in using schema therapy with people who have life patterns originating from difficulties in early life. In adult life this can shows itself as high levels of anxiety, fear of abandonment, self-criticism, low mood, feeling overwhelmed, feeling like a failure, feeling alone, blaming yourself for everything, feeling guilty and people pleasing.
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Helen Cleary
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Knutsford WA16
Hi, welcome to my profile. I deal with a wide range of mental health issues including depression, trauma, low self-esteem, gender identity, anger and relationship issues. As each client has their own story I believe it is important to understand and provide an approach tailored to your specific needs. This offers every client a safe and comfortable environment where a relaxed working relationship can be created. This will allow us to build a foundation based on trust to explore your reasons for therapy and to explore the impacts of your thoughts, feelings and behaviours and how they affect your life.
Hi, welcome to my profile. I deal with a wide range of mental health issues including depression, trauma, low self-esteem, gender identity, anger and relationship issues. As each client has their own story I believe it is important to understand and provide an approach tailored to your specific needs. This offers every client a safe and comfortable environment where a relaxed working relationship can be created. This will allow us to build a foundation based on trust to explore your reasons for therapy and to explore the impacts of your thoughts, feelings and behaviours and how they affect your life.
01565 748958 View 01565 748958
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Daniel Quinn
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Knutsford WA16
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a structured, psychological approach recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) for the treatment of a number of common difficulties including: Depression, Panic Disorder, GAD (Worry) Social Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Health Anxiety and specific phobias. Additionally, I can offer support with issues such as low self esteem, anger, stress, poor sleep etc. You do not need a formal diagnosis, together we can collaboratively explore your thoughts and feelings.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a structured, psychological approach recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) for the treatment of a number of common difficulties including: Depression, Panic Disorder, GAD (Worry) Social Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Health Anxiety and specific phobias. Additionally, I can offer support with issues such as low self esteem, anger, stress, poor sleep etc. You do not need a formal diagnosis, together we can collaboratively explore your thoughts and feelings.
0161 524 7167 View 0161 524 7167
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Karen Foran Psychotherapist
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Knutsford WA16  (Online Only)
Hey, I'm a psychotherapist working online. My approach to therapy is integrative, meaning I use different therapy methods, such as EMDR, that will help with your process. My speciality is working with trauma, specifically childhood and sexual trauma. I have additional training working with neurodivergence and EMDR. Further information on my training and background can be found on my website listed below.
Hey, I'm a psychotherapist working online. My approach to therapy is integrative, meaning I use different therapy methods, such as EMDR, that will help with your process. My speciality is working with trauma, specifically childhood and sexual trauma. I have additional training working with neurodivergence and EMDR. Further information on my training and background can be found on my website listed below.
0161 696 8402 View 0161 696 8402
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Beyond Barriers Therapy Services
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Knutsford WA16
If you have been struggling with anxiety, self-criticism, shame, low mood, difficult emotions & relationships, it may be the right time to find a trusted therapist; someone to help you understand & grow from the effects of adversity, stress & trauma. Our wellbeing can be affected by many things - work stress, early adversity, significant trauma or relationships, and we do our best to find helpful coping strategies. When our ways of coping don't work so well, we can feel stuck and isolated - psychological therapy can help us move beyond those barriers. I focus on you as an individual, without using labels or diagnoses.
If you have been struggling with anxiety, self-criticism, shame, low mood, difficult emotions & relationships, it may be the right time to find a trusted therapist; someone to help you understand & grow from the effects of adversity, stress & trauma. Our wellbeing can be affected by many things - work stress, early adversity, significant trauma or relationships, and we do our best to find helpful coping strategies. When our ways of coping don't work so well, we can feel stuck and isolated - psychological therapy can help us move beyond those barriers. I focus on you as an individual, without using labels or diagnoses.
07723 490322 View 07723 490322
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Emma Turl
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Knutsford WA16
Does your child or young person struggle with anxiety, emotional regulation or meltdowns? Are you struggling to know how best to support them? Does it feel as if their world is shrinking as they avoid situations that feel difficult? It can be hard as a parent knowing how to support young people and how to respond for the best. Young people often value a therapeutic space to explore their experiences and tricky feelings, and parents can benefit from sessions to support their understanding of their child's needs. When families have a good understanding of their child’s needs, they are better able to support them in a sensitive way.
Does your child or young person struggle with anxiety, emotional regulation or meltdowns? Are you struggling to know how best to support them? Does it feel as if their world is shrinking as they avoid situations that feel difficult? It can be hard as a parent knowing how to support young people and how to respond for the best. Young people often value a therapeutic space to explore their experiences and tricky feelings, and parents can benefit from sessions to support their understanding of their child's needs. When families have a good understanding of their child’s needs, they are better able to support them in a sensitive way.
0161 524 6404 View 0161 524 6404
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South Manchester Therapy Room
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Knutsford WA16
Thank you for reading my profile. I am a warm, empathetic and compassionate CBT Psychotherapist. I have a strong set of interpersonal skills and have developed a therapeutic alliance with those who work with. I have worked in Mental Health Services for 28 years. I work with a wide range of clients from 16 years and above. I am an optimistic Family Therapist and thoroughly enjoy my work. I am registered with the BABCP, have an up to date indemnity insurance and enhanced DBS. I have qualified in EMDR and I'm a Certified EMDR Coach.
Thank you for reading my profile. I am a warm, empathetic and compassionate CBT Psychotherapist. I have a strong set of interpersonal skills and have developed a therapeutic alliance with those who work with. I have worked in Mental Health Services for 28 years. I work with a wide range of clients from 16 years and above. I am an optimistic Family Therapist and thoroughly enjoy my work. I am registered with the BABCP, have an up to date indemnity insurance and enhanced DBS. I have qualified in EMDR and I'm a Certified EMDR Coach.
0161 524 7149 View 0161 524 7149
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Hannah Lloyd
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Knutsford WA16
Hi, I’m Hannah. I have worked in mental health services for over 18 years. I enjoy working with clients to help them understand the development and maintenance of their current difficulties, so that it is possible to make meaningful changes using evidence based CBT strategies or EMDR. I incorporate mindfulness and compassionate approaches into my clinical work. I aim to provide a compassionate, non judgmental, therapeutic environment to clients and understand how difficult it can be to reach out for support. I will do my best to help you feel comfortable and at ease whilst helping you to achieve your goals.
Hi, I’m Hannah. I have worked in mental health services for over 18 years. I enjoy working with clients to help them understand the development and maintenance of their current difficulties, so that it is possible to make meaningful changes using evidence based CBT strategies or EMDR. I incorporate mindfulness and compassionate approaches into my clinical work. I aim to provide a compassionate, non judgmental, therapeutic environment to clients and understand how difficult it can be to reach out for support. I will do my best to help you feel comfortable and at ease whilst helping you to achieve your goals.
01925 730123 View 01925 730123
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Resilient Therapies
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Knutsford WA16
I'm Ben, an experienced mental health practitioner who has worked in the NHS for and privately for 14 years. I work with both adults and children online/in person. My main experience within the NHS has revolved around working with children and adolescents in a CAMHS team, working with complex and severe difficulties. I work with people at a pace which they feel comfortable, whilst also ensuring that we set collaborative goals to help improve someone's life. I'm registered with the BABCP and specialise in PTSD but have extensive experience in social anxiety, OCD, worry, depression, low self esteem, health anxiety and panic disorder.
I'm Ben, an experienced mental health practitioner who has worked in the NHS for and privately for 14 years. I work with both adults and children online/in person. My main experience within the NHS has revolved around working with children and adolescents in a CAMHS team, working with complex and severe difficulties. I work with people at a pace which they feel comfortable, whilst also ensuring that we set collaborative goals to help improve someone's life. I'm registered with the BABCP and specialise in PTSD but have extensive experience in social anxiety, OCD, worry, depression, low self esteem, health anxiety and panic disorder.
01260 541934 View 01260 541934
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Dr Hannah Cowan
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Knutsford WA16
Not accepting new clients
Hello and a very warm welcome to you. My name is Dr Hannah Cowan and I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist working in private practice and the NHS. I provide a compassionate, warm, non-judgemental and effective psychological assessment and therapy service that is completely individualised to your needs and requirements. With over fifteen years of experience, I offer effective therapy for adults experiencing difficulties such as PTSD, anxiety, worry, depression, OCD, complex trauma and other psychological concerns that you may have. My fundamental aim is to work with you to reduce the emotional distress that you are experiencing.
Hello and a very warm welcome to you. My name is Dr Hannah Cowan and I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist working in private practice and the NHS. I provide a compassionate, warm, non-judgemental and effective psychological assessment and therapy service that is completely individualised to your needs and requirements. With over fifteen years of experience, I offer effective therapy for adults experiencing difficulties such as PTSD, anxiety, worry, depression, OCD, complex trauma and other psychological concerns that you may have. My fundamental aim is to work with you to reduce the emotional distress that you are experiencing.
01270 433520 View 01270 433520

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