Attachment-based Counselling in Leeds
![Photo of Mags Shevlin, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/516fbc21-86aa-48cf-acf9-84d66c0cdb0a/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hello, I’m Mags, a UKCP-registered psychotherapist offering short- and long-term therapy for adults in Leeds. I like working with all kinds of people including those with unconventional lifestyles, neurodivergent people and others who feel they may not quite fit into mainstream society.
Hello, I’m Mags, a UKCP-registered psychotherapist offering short- and long-term therapy for adults in Leeds. I like working with all kinds of people including those with unconventional lifestyles, neurodivergent people and others who feel they may not quite fit into mainstream society.
![Photo of Kiran Kaur, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4be7b11f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hi my name is Kiran, I am a British born fully qualified multilingual counsellor. I have 18 years experience of working in an educational environment and 12 yrs of Counselling experience. I have a good understanding of daily stresses which can cause people anxieties and other health issues. I provide counselling sessions for issues listed above and more. I am able to offer Counselling in English, Punjabi, Hindi & Urdu I believe counselling is a joint venture between the client and counsellor, this relationship is fundamentally important to allow you to experience growth and change, that we all go through in our lifetime.
Hi my name is Kiran, I am a British born fully qualified multilingual counsellor. I have 18 years experience of working in an educational environment and 12 yrs of Counselling experience. I have a good understanding of daily stresses which can cause people anxieties and other health issues. I provide counselling sessions for issues listed above and more. I am able to offer Counselling in English, Punjabi, Hindi & Urdu I believe counselling is a joint venture between the client and counsellor, this relationship is fundamentally important to allow you to experience growth and change, that we all go through in our lifetime.
![Photo of Abeda Aswat, MBACP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a2b233a8-705e-445c-aa21-62df56042111/5/320x400.jpeg)
Do you struggle with managing your mental health? Is it making you feel stuck and overwhelmed? I offer a safe, confidential and respectful environment to help you explore your issues. Seeking therapy can be scary and it takes courage to make the first step. With my support, you can take those steps and build on the changes you want. I will provide a confidential, non-judgemental, empathic approach for you to explore these feelings, tailoring that approach in order for you to reach a better place in your life.
Do you struggle with managing your mental health? Is it making you feel stuck and overwhelmed? I offer a safe, confidential and respectful environment to help you explore your issues. Seeking therapy can be scary and it takes courage to make the first step. With my support, you can take those steps and build on the changes you want. I will provide a confidential, non-judgemental, empathic approach for you to explore these feelings, tailoring that approach in order for you to reach a better place in your life.
![Photo of Carrie Smith - Silence to strength, DCounsPsych, BACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bf426a5a-188e-4f55-84db-7a4e4e41b600/2/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome to Silence to Strength Counselling. My name is Carrie Smith. Let me tell you a little about who I am and how I work. Having worked for the NHS for 23 years, I have a range of experience involving people, understanding each and everyone's life experiences and what makes them unique. Working with me you'll find a safe and supportive space to explore your innermost thoughts and emotions. As a person-Centred Counsellor, I believe in providing clients with the opportunity to navigate their own journey towards healing and self-discovery, much like the journey of a lotus flower emerging from the murky depths into the light.
Welcome to Silence to Strength Counselling. My name is Carrie Smith. Let me tell you a little about who I am and how I work. Having worked for the NHS for 23 years, I have a range of experience involving people, understanding each and everyone's life experiences and what makes them unique. Working with me you'll find a safe and supportive space to explore your innermost thoughts and emotions. As a person-Centred Counsellor, I believe in providing clients with the opportunity to navigate their own journey towards healing and self-discovery, much like the journey of a lotus flower emerging from the murky depths into the light.
![Photo of Penny Mathern, MBACP Snr. Accred, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ae614ef7-6a8d-44ae-8a63-7848dffbf10f/1/320x400.jpeg)
I offer couples and individual counselling. Initially I trained with Relate and extended my experience and training to individual work. My specialisms include relationship work, anxiety, stress, depression, bereavement and loss and inner child work. Counselling helps you to explore and understand the issues making life difficult for you. I do not advise but I do share knowledge. Our first session would be for you to tell me what you are finding difficult, for me to answer your questions about counselling and tell you more about what is involved. Most importantly it is for you to see if you feel comfortable talking with me.
I offer couples and individual counselling. Initially I trained with Relate and extended my experience and training to individual work. My specialisms include relationship work, anxiety, stress, depression, bereavement and loss and inner child work. Counselling helps you to explore and understand the issues making life difficult for you. I do not advise but I do share knowledge. Our first session would be for you to tell me what you are finding difficult, for me to answer your questions about counselling and tell you more about what is involved. Most importantly it is for you to see if you feel comfortable talking with me.
![Photo of Kimberley Webb- Private Psychotherapy Yorkshire, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d61ed07b-50a2-406d-873c-88760e0dac87/2/320x400.jpeg)
Kimberley Webb- Private Psychotherapy Yorkshire
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Leeds LS1 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist, EMDR and Accredited Schema Therapist. I provide evidence-based psychological assessment, formulation and intervention to adults experiencing difficulties such as trauma, relationship difficulties and emotional distress. I provide bespoke therapy to support you in making sense of, and addressing the difficulties that prompted you to seek therapy. I. utilise schema, EMDR and psychodynamic approaches as well as traditional CBT methods, I am the co-developer of: privatepsychotherapyyorkshire
I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist, EMDR and Accredited Schema Therapist. I provide evidence-based psychological assessment, formulation and intervention to adults experiencing difficulties such as trauma, relationship difficulties and emotional distress. I provide bespoke therapy to support you in making sense of, and addressing the difficulties that prompted you to seek therapy. I. utilise schema, EMDR and psychodynamic approaches as well as traditional CBT methods, I am the co-developer of: privatepsychotherapyyorkshire
![Photo of Chris Bygrave, MA, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/78f8baf5-ea12-4e33-8a04-5c170142b483/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hi, I'm Chris. I offer psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling in Leeds. I see therapy as the co-creation of a warm, authentic relationship, in which we create the conditions to shine a light onto the wounded or neglected parts of the self. I offer open ended sessions, which allows our work together to unfold naturally, leading us into the places where we can explore the roots of your emotional development and relational patterns. This is a process that encourages healing and growth, helping you to becoming more in tune and at ease with who you are as a unique person.
Hi, I'm Chris. I offer psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling in Leeds. I see therapy as the co-creation of a warm, authentic relationship, in which we create the conditions to shine a light onto the wounded or neglected parts of the self. I offer open ended sessions, which allows our work together to unfold naturally, leading us into the places where we can explore the roots of your emotional development and relational patterns. This is a process that encourages healing and growth, helping you to becoming more in tune and at ease with who you are as a unique person.
![Photo of Tamara Hoyton, MA, MBACP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/49894d92-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Hello, and a warm welcome to my website. I am a very experienced Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor who specialises in Anxiety, Depression, Sexual Issues, Relationship Problems and work related stress. I am a highly qualified practioner offering Individual Psychotherapy, Counselling, Psychosexual Therapy and Couples Therapy in the Leeds and Bradford area. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Life success indicators show increased relational satisfaction as key to personal happiness and good therapy can improve this. I am proud to have over 20 years of being in practice.
Hello, and a warm welcome to my website. I am a very experienced Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor who specialises in Anxiety, Depression, Sexual Issues, Relationship Problems and work related stress. I am a highly qualified practioner offering Individual Psychotherapy, Counselling, Psychosexual Therapy and Couples Therapy in the Leeds and Bradford area. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Life success indicators show increased relational satisfaction as key to personal happiness and good therapy can improve this. I am proud to have over 20 years of being in practice.
![Photo of Dr Netalie Shloim Netalieshloim, PhD, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/541a34e8-6317-4e7f-ae1e-b37055e95aaa/3/320x400.jpeg)
Therapy is a key to life-changing habits that can help us cope with what life throws our way. We don’t have to do it all on our own, and there are times where we need to have an objective viewpoint to get us through the woods. If you are here, you are one step further in your journey. I am here to help you gain back abilities within you that give you the strength to overcome life’s lows and struggles with a wide range of psychological services.
Therapy is a key to life-changing habits that can help us cope with what life throws our way. We don’t have to do it all on our own, and there are times where we need to have an objective viewpoint to get us through the woods. If you are here, you are one step further in your journey. I am here to help you gain back abilities within you that give you the strength to overcome life’s lows and struggles with a wide range of psychological services.
![Photo of Dr Asna Ahmed, HCPC - Couns. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/35c01ba1-a9ef-4663-888f-949d6bbfd0fd/2/320x400.jpeg)
I work in a collaborative way with clients who present with unaddressed trauma, relational problems, anxiety, depression, low mood and a feeling of hopelessness. I have a special interest in trauma, attachment issues and addiction. Many of my clients identify with feeling stuck in their current situation or those who want to have a better relationship with themselves.
I work in a collaborative way with clients who present with unaddressed trauma, relational problems, anxiety, depression, low mood and a feeling of hopelessness. I have a special interest in trauma, attachment issues and addiction. Many of my clients identify with feeling stuck in their current situation or those who want to have a better relationship with themselves.
![Photo of Safaa Al Mokdad, MSc, BACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/359a2ac0-eeb9-4a6c-b6d3-fa911e870de6/1/320x400.jpeg)
My Ideal Client My ideal client faces emotional, mental, or situational challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or life transitions. Their Issues and Needs Emotional Struggles: Anxiety, depression, low self-esteem. Trauma: Past abuse, war, PTSD. Relationship Problems: Family conflicts, and difficulties with partners. Life Transitions: Adjusting to major changes. Their Goals Emotional Stability: Manage emotions better. Improved Relationships: Build healthier connections. Personal Growth: Develop a stronger sense of self. Healing: Overcome past traumas. Life Fulfillment: Achieve a meaningful life.
My Ideal Client My ideal client faces emotional, mental, or situational challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or life transitions. Their Issues and Needs Emotional Struggles: Anxiety, depression, low self-esteem. Trauma: Past abuse, war, PTSD. Relationship Problems: Family conflicts, and difficulties with partners. Life Transitions: Adjusting to major changes. Their Goals Emotional Stability: Manage emotions better. Improved Relationships: Build healthier connections. Personal Growth: Develop a stronger sense of self. Healing: Overcome past traumas. Life Fulfillment: Achieve a meaningful life.
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![Photo of Soula Poku, MA, MBACP Accred, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/30f10f5f-6cac-466b-89ac-542a7e668cae/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a qualified, integrative psychotherapist with over ten years experience. I always try and view my clients holistically, considering not only their emotional, personal and social, but also economic, cultural and physical factors that might affect their health. My clients come from a range of different backgrounds and present a broad spectrum of mental health issues, ranging from work-related stress and anxiety issues, relationship issues, chronic depression or sexual abuse. My aim is to empower my clients to make the changes they want in their life through a collaborative and non-judgmental relationship.
I am a qualified, integrative psychotherapist with over ten years experience. I always try and view my clients holistically, considering not only their emotional, personal and social, but also economic, cultural and physical factors that might affect their health. My clients come from a range of different backgrounds and present a broad spectrum of mental health issues, ranging from work-related stress and anxiety issues, relationship issues, chronic depression or sexual abuse. My aim is to empower my clients to make the changes they want in their life through a collaborative and non-judgmental relationship.
![Photo of Lesley Carole Andrew, MA, HCPC-Art Therap., Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e95189e7-78c2-41f9-beb0-10da4c3e7770/1/320x400.jpeg)
Lesley Carole Andrew
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Leeds LS26 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! I'm Lesley and I support people to overcome emotional challenges such as depression and anxiety and the impact of challenging experiences . As a woman in my 40s, I know what it feels like to experience the emotional impact of perimenopause and midlife challenges. Hormone fluctuations and social factors can cause an increase in anxiety, brain fog, fatigue and all of a sudden a loss of the oomph you used to have. You work really hard on your goals but somehow feel stuck, as if you are going round in circles. You can't find the words to express how you are feeling and just wish you felt more confident
Hello and welcome! I'm Lesley and I support people to overcome emotional challenges such as depression and anxiety and the impact of challenging experiences . As a woman in my 40s, I know what it feels like to experience the emotional impact of perimenopause and midlife challenges. Hormone fluctuations and social factors can cause an increase in anxiety, brain fog, fatigue and all of a sudden a loss of the oomph you used to have. You work really hard on your goals but somehow feel stuck, as if you are going round in circles. You can't find the words to express how you are feeling and just wish you felt more confident
![Photo of Dr Rose Martin, HCPC - Clin. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c9505422-7b2e-4250-ab2c-e8365f752a1c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Does it feel like you are overwhelmed by anxiety? Are negative thoughts or worries about yourself getting in the way of your life? Are they showing up at work in the form of burnout or imposter syndrome? Maybe you understand your difficulties as low mood or anxiety, or low self-esteem. These experiences can show up in our lives in a variety of ways and might be related to difficult or traumatic life experiences. If you are looking to break out of patterns of internal criticism, stress and anxiety, I could be the right therapist to support you. If any of the above resonated for you please do get in touch.
Does it feel like you are overwhelmed by anxiety? Are negative thoughts or worries about yourself getting in the way of your life? Are they showing up at work in the form of burnout or imposter syndrome? Maybe you understand your difficulties as low mood or anxiety, or low self-esteem. These experiences can show up in our lives in a variety of ways and might be related to difficult or traumatic life experiences. If you are looking to break out of patterns of internal criticism, stress and anxiety, I could be the right therapist to support you. If any of the above resonated for you please do get in touch.
![Photo of Julie Ann Deighton, MBACP Accred, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/13ae623a-8bf3-4d13-aa1a-2964c33312d8/2/320x400.jpeg)
Deciding to have counselling may seem a difficult step to take especially when your feeling stressed, anxious or vulnerable. Choosing which therapist and approach is right for you can seem overwhelming. The key to successful and effective therapy is the client/counsellor relationship. Regardless of the counselling approach used. I am an experienced and qualified therapist, who offers short and longer term counselling for individuals. I am an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) This can assure the client that I maintain a high level of professional practice.
Deciding to have counselling may seem a difficult step to take especially when your feeling stressed, anxious or vulnerable. Choosing which therapist and approach is right for you can seem overwhelming. The key to successful and effective therapy is the client/counsellor relationship. Regardless of the counselling approach used. I am an experienced and qualified therapist, who offers short and longer term counselling for individuals. I am an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) This can assure the client that I maintain a high level of professional practice.
![Photo of Dr Gill Walker, HCPC - Clin. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/337c987a-c6da-490a-9bde-89c1ed2858e4/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr Gill Walker
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leeds LS8 (Online Only)
I help those who seek clarity about their situation, through discussion of the challenges. Viewing issues from multiple perspectives, including evidence based models helps you to get things more in perspective, more malleable, and more manageable. I see to your needs & provide resources as you transition, while we face issues together, & grow your capacity to journey beyond me. This may involve an exploration of the past, or practical focus on here & now strategies & approaches, which influence the map of your life journey you are carving.
I help those who seek clarity about their situation, through discussion of the challenges. Viewing issues from multiple perspectives, including evidence based models helps you to get things more in perspective, more malleable, and more manageable. I see to your needs & provide resources as you transition, while we face issues together, & grow your capacity to journey beyond me. This may involve an exploration of the past, or practical focus on here & now strategies & approaches, which influence the map of your life journey you are carving.
![Photo of Janina Grimshaw, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/644608c3-d161-4651-9105-7624a341eacd/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hi, my name’s Janina and I am a fully qualified therapist offering in-person counselling in the centre of Leeds, Ilkley and Saltaire, as well as online counselling to people across the UK. You may be looking for support to process difficult events, time to explore your own sense of identity, or space to allow your feelings to be heard. Taking the decision to start counselling can be a difficult and daunting step and my priority is to ensure we work together at a pace that feels right for you. As every person is unique, every therapeutic relationship is too, so the way we work together will be individual to you.
Hi, my name’s Janina and I am a fully qualified therapist offering in-person counselling in the centre of Leeds, Ilkley and Saltaire, as well as online counselling to people across the UK. You may be looking for support to process difficult events, time to explore your own sense of identity, or space to allow your feelings to be heard. Taking the decision to start counselling can be a difficult and daunting step and my priority is to ensure we work together at a pace that feels right for you. As every person is unique, every therapeutic relationship is too, so the way we work together will be individual to you.
![Photo of Jodie Slee, DCounsPsych, COSRT General, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4913cdc7-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am an experienced, fully qualified psychotherapist specialising in Psychosexual, Relationship Therapy and EMDR therapy. I am qualified at MSC level and have over 15 years' experience of helping a diverse range of couples and individuals overcome relationship issues, sexual problems or trauma. I operate confidential and judgment free practice using an integrative therapeutic style, tailored to meet the individual needs of each client and work proactively using up to date strategies in psychology and behavioural sciences to help clients meet their therapeutic goals.
I am an experienced, fully qualified psychotherapist specialising in Psychosexual, Relationship Therapy and EMDR therapy. I am qualified at MSC level and have over 15 years' experience of helping a diverse range of couples and individuals overcome relationship issues, sexual problems or trauma. I operate confidential and judgment free practice using an integrative therapeutic style, tailored to meet the individual needs of each client and work proactively using up to date strategies in psychology and behavioural sciences to help clients meet their therapeutic goals.
![Photo of Debbie Clements - Debbie Clements MA. Gender, LGBT+, Relational., MA, MBACP Snr. Accred, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d9840c2d-70bc-4643-8564-5f660961bd30/1/320x400.jpeg)
Debbie Clements MA. Gender, LGBT+, Relational.
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Leeds LS10 (Online Only)
10+ years in practice (25years mental health support). Are you coming out/transitioning? Navigating polyamory/non monogamy? Queer? LGBT+? Questioning? When we're unable to safely be our authentic selves we experience poor mental health and may suffer with stress, anxiety, low mood and relationship difficulties. You'll find a confidential, exploratory, listening space welcoming of diversity so you can relax and get on with addressing what's going on for you.
10+ years in practice (25years mental health support). Are you coming out/transitioning? Navigating polyamory/non monogamy? Queer? LGBT+? Questioning? When we're unable to safely be our authentic selves we experience poor mental health and may suffer with stress, anxiety, low mood and relationship difficulties. You'll find a confidential, exploratory, listening space welcoming of diversity so you can relax and get on with addressing what's going on for you.
![Photo of Despina Rose Mbacp (Accred) Maratheftis - Despina Rose , BACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0fa58115-45d7-40ed-86de-ed8d3964c5a1/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am an individual and couple therapist offering support for a range of difficulties. I offer an integrative approach to counselling that allows for specific treatment based on you as an individual or couple. I work with clients on issues including self-esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, ADHD and many more. I work with individuals with ADHD and ASD or those in relationships with neurodivergent individuals. I also offer solution-focused support, education and coaching to parents of neurodiverse children or adults to manage their symptoms.
I am an individual and couple therapist offering support for a range of difficulties. I offer an integrative approach to counselling that allows for specific treatment based on you as an individual or couple. I work with clients on issues including self-esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, ADHD and many more. I work with individuals with ADHD and ASD or those in relationships with neurodivergent individuals. I also offer solution-focused support, education and coaching to parents of neurodiverse children or adults to manage their symptoms.
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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.