Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Liverpool

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Paula's Helping Hand
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liverpool L31
Additionally, I have an interest in Acceptance and Commitment and Mindfulness based stress reduction approach.
Do you want to manage your stress, feel happier, and be more confident within yourself? Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling to navigate life's challenges alone? I will listen to you without any judgment, help you understand where your difficulties may be coming from. Whether it's managing anxiety, overcoming past traumas, or enhancing self-esteem, my goal is to provide a safe space for exploration and healing. Let's work together to uncover your strengths, cultivate resilience, and empower you to live a more fulfilling life. Reach out today and take the first step towards your journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
Additionally, I have an interest in Acceptance and Commitment and Mindfulness based stress reduction approach.
Do you want to manage your stress, feel happier, and be more confident within yourself? Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling to navigate life's challenges alone? I will listen to you without any judgment, help you understand where your difficulties may be coming from. Whether it's managing anxiety, overcoming past traumas, or enhancing self-esteem, my goal is to provide a safe space for exploration and healing. Let's work together to uncover your strengths, cultivate resilience, and empower you to live a more fulfilling life. Reach out today and take the first step towards your journey of self-discovery and personal growth.
0151 453 2868 View 0151 453 2868
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Fiona Denise Wilkie
Counsellor
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Liverpool L18
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Fiona Wilkie, I'm a psychotherapist registered with the National Counselling Society and National Hypnotherapy Society. I specialise in working with adults and draw from a range of models including: trauma informed therapy, cognitive behavioural, acceptance and commitment (ACT), mindfulness, neurolinguistic programming (NLP) and hypnotherapy. My main priority is helping people recognise their own potential and support them to increase their skills so they can make positive changes in their lives whether this is in their relationships, career or personal health goals.
My name is Fiona Wilkie, I'm a psychotherapist registered with the National Counselling Society and National Hypnotherapy Society. I specialise in working with adults and draw from a range of models including: trauma informed therapy, cognitive behavioural, acceptance and commitment (ACT), mindfulness, neurolinguistic programming (NLP) and hypnotherapy. My main priority is helping people recognise their own potential and support them to increase their skills so they can make positive changes in their lives whether this is in their relationships, career or personal health goals.
0151 459 4711 View 0151 459 4711
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Joanne Morley
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Liverpool L26
I also incorporate a range of alternative therapies (CFT & ACT) into my practice.
I have over 15 years experience of supporting individuals who struggle with managing mental health and wellbeing. I am able to provisionally diagnose and treat individuals using a range of approaches, all with a strong evidence base to support their use in relieving distress however, I aim to treat the person as an individual, adopting an integrative approach to suit their needs.
I also incorporate a range of alternative therapies (CFT & ACT) into my practice.
I have over 15 years experience of supporting individuals who struggle with managing mental health and wellbeing. I am able to provisionally diagnose and treat individuals using a range of approaches, all with a strong evidence base to support their use in relieving distress however, I aim to treat the person as an individual, adopting an integrative approach to suit their needs.
01923 961432 View 01923 961432
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Dr Samuel Hughes
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Liverpool L23
If you choose to work with me I will mainly draw from CBT, ACT, EMDR, CFT and Narrative therapies.
Only Friday day time slots remaining. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges? Are you experiencing relationship challenges? You don't have to face these challenges alone. As a clinical psychologist, I am here to help you navigate through these difficult times and support you in living the life you want to live. I offer a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach to therapy. My goal is to create a safe and confidential space where you can feel comfortable sharing your thoughts.
If you choose to work with me I will mainly draw from CBT, ACT, EMDR, CFT and Narrative therapies.
Only Friday day time slots remaining. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges? Are you experiencing relationship challenges? You don't have to face these challenges alone. As a clinical psychologist, I am here to help you navigate through these difficult times and support you in living the life you want to live. I offer a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach to therapy. My goal is to create a safe and confidential space where you can feel comfortable sharing your thoughts.
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Paden Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L17
I believe that we all need a safe space to talk about what we are going through at particular points in our lives. I help people strive to make sense of often complex issues because developing our self-awareness empowers us towards acceptance and change. I am passionate about connecting with others through therapeutic relationships in order to collaboratively address difficulties and achieve goals.
I believe that we all need a safe space to talk about what we are going through at particular points in our lives. I help people strive to make sense of often complex issues because developing our self-awareness empowers us towards acceptance and change. I am passionate about connecting with others through therapeutic relationships in order to collaboratively address difficulties and achieve goals.
01744 903833 View 01744 903833
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Dr Omar A. Kowlessar
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liverpool L19
I am proficient in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mentalisation-based Therapy (MBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I have over 20 years experience of working in the area of Adult Mental Health, working with males and females across the entire life span cycle (teenagers to older adults) treating a variety of mental health difficulties, ranging from common mental health problems (depression, anxiety disorders) to severe and enduring mental health difficulties (psychosis, personality disorders). I currently work as a Chartered Consultant Clinical Psychologist and run a private therapy practice out of my office in Warrington (Cheshire) where I provide a range of services to the public. Please have a look at my clinic pictures.
I am proficient in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mentalisation-based Therapy (MBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I have over 20 years experience of working in the area of Adult Mental Health, working with males and females across the entire life span cycle (teenagers to older adults) treating a variety of mental health difficulties, ranging from common mental health problems (depression, anxiety disorders) to severe and enduring mental health difficulties (psychosis, personality disorders). I currently work as a Chartered Consultant Clinical Psychologist and run a private therapy practice out of my office in Warrington (Cheshire) where I provide a range of services to the public. Please have a look at my clinic pictures.
01942 316263 View 01942 316263
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Christie Reade
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Liverpool L1
Hello, I'm Christie, a warm and experienced psychotherapist trained in a variety of modalities including CBT, ACT, DBT and mindfulness. Using the most suitable approach(es), I will work with you to reduce the suffering and struggle in your life so that you can focus on what matters.
Hello, I'm Christie, a warm and experienced psychotherapist trained in a variety of modalities including CBT, ACT, DBT and mindfulness. Using the most suitable approach(es), I will work with you to reduce the suffering and struggle in your life so that you can focus on what matters.
020 3637 0242 View 020 3637 0242
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The Chester Psychology Clinic
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Liverpool L1
I am respectful of both the child’s and the family’s emotional needs and I utilise a variety of therapeutic models to meet their needs, such as CBT, CFT, ACT, narrative therapy and systemic therapy.
I offer evidence-based psychological therapy to children, young people and families that experience a range of mental health and emotional difficulties. My focus is to collaborate with individuals and communities, tailoring psychological therapies to meet the needs of the families I serve. My mission is to empower children, young people, and families to not only overcome challenges but to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.
I am respectful of both the child’s and the family’s emotional needs and I utilise a variety of therapeutic models to meet their needs, such as CBT, CFT, ACT, narrative therapy and systemic therapy.
I offer evidence-based psychological therapy to children, young people and families that experience a range of mental health and emotional difficulties. My focus is to collaborate with individuals and communities, tailoring psychological therapies to meet the needs of the families I serve. My mission is to empower children, young people, and families to not only overcome challenges but to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.
01829 708168 View 01829 708168
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Natasha Groves
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Liverpool L1  (Online Only)
I have been trained in Person Centred Theory, Cognitive Behavioural Therapies and Psychodynamic therapy. I also have accessed substance misuse training, Sexual Violence, Trauma and NHS ACT training. I have a psychology degree and a masters in counselling, where I completed a dissertation examining relational depth and delivery of counselling. I am trained in mindfulness, and this can be integrated into therapy in a variety of ways, and I can provide resources for you to access.
I have been trained in Person Centred Theory, Cognitive Behavioural Therapies and Psychodynamic therapy. I also have accessed substance misuse training, Sexual Violence, Trauma and NHS ACT training. I have a psychology degree and a masters in counselling, where I completed a dissertation examining relational depth and delivery of counselling. I am trained in mindfulness, and this can be integrated into therapy in a variety of ways, and I can provide resources for you to access.
01457 605934 View 01457 605934
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Inga Piotrowska
Counsellor, MRes
Verified Verified
Liverpool L1
I use elements of CBT, transactional analysis, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and Schema Therapy.
There is hope even if your brain tells you there isn't, and it is my job as a counsellor to help you see it. It is usually buried somewhere under layers of shame, self-criticism and feeling not good enough. We will work together to help you feel a deeper sense of fulfilment and control over your life. With the right support and tools, you can overcome challenges and lead a more balanced and satisfying life, even if now it seems impossible.
I use elements of CBT, transactional analysis, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and Schema Therapy.
There is hope even if your brain tells you there isn't, and it is my job as a counsellor to help you see it. It is usually buried somewhere under layers of shame, self-criticism and feeling not good enough. We will work together to help you feel a deeper sense of fulfilment and control over your life. With the right support and tools, you can overcome challenges and lead a more balanced and satisfying life, even if now it seems impossible.
0161 524 5311 View 0161 524 5311
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Dr Kate Williams-Markey
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Liverpool L18  (Online Only)
My approaches include: relational working including Psychodynamic Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Hello! I work as a Clinical Psychologist part-time in the NHS, and part-time from home. Fundamentally, I enjoy meeting people and working alongside people to help process and understand their experiences. Sometimes our life experiences and difficulties we encounter can feel overwhelming, and we may not know where to start. I can help you start to make sense of your experiences through talking about them and applying a range of therapeutic approaches along the way.
My approaches include: relational working including Psychodynamic Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Hello! I work as a Clinical Psychologist part-time in the NHS, and part-time from home. Fundamentally, I enjoy meeting people and working alongside people to help process and understand their experiences. Sometimes our life experiences and difficulties we encounter can feel overwhelming, and we may not know where to start. I can help you start to make sense of your experiences through talking about them and applying a range of therapeutic approaches along the way.
01663 790542 View 01663 790542
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Dr Heather Boland
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Liverpool L10
We all dream of the way we want our life to be. Then life happens and sometimes it can feel like we are stuck in a pattern of living that we do not want to be in. Or we live through painful experiences that days, months, or years later continue to influence how we feel, think and act. Or maybe our family life and relationships feel out of balance, we may feel out of control, overwhelmed or disconnected from our loved ones. I am here to listen to your story, your difficulties and your dreams of how you wish your life, relationships, work, and family to be. Therapy can help you feel unstuck, so you can enjoy being who you are.
We all dream of the way we want our life to be. Then life happens and sometimes it can feel like we are stuck in a pattern of living that we do not want to be in. Or we live through painful experiences that days, months, or years later continue to influence how we feel, think and act. Or maybe our family life and relationships feel out of balance, we may feel out of control, overwhelmed or disconnected from our loved ones. I am here to listen to your story, your difficulties and your dreams of how you wish your life, relationships, work, and family to be. Therapy can help you feel unstuck, so you can enjoy being who you are.
01983 219162 View 01983 219162
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ER Psychological Therapies
Psychologist, MA, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Liverpool L1
I have a wealth of experience and training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Adlerian Counselling, integrative and systemic psychological approaches.
Maybe you feel stuck and all your usual coping strategies do not work at this point; Maybe something difficult and traumatic happened that you need to process and learn to move on; Maybe you got trapped and overwhelmed with anxiety and it stops you from enjoying your life; Maybe you feel deep down in the sadness and struggling to see positive and enjoyable side of life and world; Maybe your childhood trauma shadows got out of the hiding place triggered by relationships or parenting or some challenging circumstances; Maybe you would like to build your confidence, get your sense of self back and get the best of your life.
I have a wealth of experience and training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Adlerian Counselling, integrative and systemic psychological approaches.
Maybe you feel stuck and all your usual coping strategies do not work at this point; Maybe something difficult and traumatic happened that you need to process and learn to move on; Maybe you got trapped and overwhelmed with anxiety and it stops you from enjoying your life; Maybe you feel deep down in the sadness and struggling to see positive and enjoyable side of life and world; Maybe your childhood trauma shadows got out of the hiding place triggered by relationships or parenting or some challenging circumstances; Maybe you would like to build your confidence, get your sense of self back and get the best of your life.
01744 411099 View 01744 411099
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James Donaldson Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L1
Thanks for checking out my profile. Having delivered therapy to the Armed Forces community and NHS over the past 20 years I have had the privilege of supporting a broad range of people and their difficulties. Whether struggling with the impacts of earlier trauma, with the stuck feeling of unhappiness, or the fears of facing an uncertain future, I believe that finding acceptance of who you are is how we open the door to healing. I also look to enable you to find the goodness that lies within and to use this to live a more meaningful and rewarding life. Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions or to arrange a consultation.
Thanks for checking out my profile. Having delivered therapy to the Armed Forces community and NHS over the past 20 years I have had the privilege of supporting a broad range of people and their difficulties. Whether struggling with the impacts of earlier trauma, with the stuck feeling of unhappiness, or the fears of facing an uncertain future, I believe that finding acceptance of who you are is how we open the door to healing. I also look to enable you to find the goodness that lies within and to use this to live a more meaningful and rewarding life. Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions or to arrange a consultation.
01492 554991 View 01492 554991
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Marina Moran - Emdr Therapy
Psychologist, MA, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Liverpool L10  (Online Only)
As a psychologist, I specialise in helping people who didn't feel good enough as children, and still don't feel good enough now, to change the way they think, feel and act so they can be kinder to the person they are and become the person they want to be. With over 10 years experience as a psychotherapist my work aims to heal trauma, and provice you with copig strategies to release emotional blocks and empowers yourself. I am trained in several therapeutic modalities, including: Gestalt Psychotherapy, Humanistic  Integrative Psychotherapy, EMDR, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, and Energy Psychology Techniques.
As a psychologist, I specialise in helping people who didn't feel good enough as children, and still don't feel good enough now, to change the way they think, feel and act so they can be kinder to the person they are and become the person they want to be. With over 10 years experience as a psychotherapist my work aims to heal trauma, and provice you with copig strategies to release emotional blocks and empowers yourself. I am trained in several therapeutic modalities, including: Gestalt Psychotherapy, Humanistic  Integrative Psychotherapy, EMDR, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, and Energy Psychology Techniques.
01841 550538 View 01841 550538
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Megan Bowes
Psychologist, HCPC - Health Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liverpool L37  (Online Only)
I specialise in EMDR for PTSD/ trauma and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help individuals with chronic conditions such as chronic pain and long covid.
I am a Senior Health Psychologist specialising in Trauma, phobias and Chronic conditions. Together, we can work through any difficulties holding you back from living the life you'd like to lead. If you are struggling, either mentally or physically, please get in touch for a free consultation.
I specialise in EMDR for PTSD/ trauma and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help individuals with chronic conditions such as chronic pain and long covid.
I am a Senior Health Psychologist specialising in Trauma, phobias and Chronic conditions. Together, we can work through any difficulties holding you back from living the life you'd like to lead. If you are struggling, either mentally or physically, please get in touch for a free consultation.
01253 835573 View 01253 835573
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Dr Louise Roper
Psychologist, HCPC - Health Psych.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Liverpool L18  (Online Only)
I am a Principal Health Psychologist (part time) in the NHS who supports people with chronic illness, including Long Covid. I also support people with issues with their sleep, people with chronic fatigue & those with pain. I would like to help you get back to the life you want to live and support you to live well despite what is going on for you at this point in time. I also work with health professionals who are experiencing burnout or other difficult issues either at work or in their home life.
I am a Principal Health Psychologist (part time) in the NHS who supports people with chronic illness, including Long Covid. I also support people with issues with their sleep, people with chronic fatigue & those with pain. I would like to help you get back to the life you want to live and support you to live well despite what is going on for you at this point in time. I also work with health professionals who are experiencing burnout or other difficult issues either at work or in their home life.
01923 961962 View 01923 961962
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Peter Craig Dinsmore
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liverpool L1
I am a very experienced and professional therapist with over twelve thousand client contact hours behind me in individual, couples and group work. I feel my experience coupled with my life experiences makes me the person and the therapist I am today. My training in the person-centred approach (three years) and in Transactional Analysis (seven years) together with continuing professional and personal development and supervision give me a strong theoretical and experiential focus to bring to my client work. I work very much in a relational way (research indicates that the therapeutic relationship is key to positive therapy outcomes)
I am a very experienced and professional therapist with over twelve thousand client contact hours behind me in individual, couples and group work. I feel my experience coupled with my life experiences makes me the person and the therapist I am today. My training in the person-centred approach (three years) and in Transactional Analysis (seven years) together with continuing professional and personal development and supervision give me a strong theoretical and experiential focus to bring to my client work. I work very much in a relational way (research indicates that the therapeutic relationship is key to positive therapy outcomes)
0151 541 2512 View 0151 541 2512
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Jamie Burns
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Liverpool L12
Feeling anxious or stressed? Suffering with depression or low self-esteem? Having family, work or life related issues? Believe you have or have been given a diagnosis of ADHD or Autism and would like to know more about it? Do you have addiction issues? Or problems from the past you would like to explore. I am here to support you.
Feeling anxious or stressed? Suffering with depression or low self-esteem? Having family, work or life related issues? Believe you have or have been given a diagnosis of ADHD or Autism and would like to know more about it? Do you have addiction issues? Or problems from the past you would like to explore. I am here to support you.
0151 453 0819 View 0151 453 0819
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Kim Rutherford Psychotherapist - Therapeutic Coach
Psychotherapist, PsychD, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Liverpool L1
Hi, I’m Kim, a Psychotherapist, Author and Mental Wellbeing Coach and Strategist. I support other Therapists, Entrepreneurs, Business Owners & Leaders to break through the blockers that are preventing them from achieving a healthy happy successful life and business. If you are feeling unhappy, unfulfilled, confused, or not functioning at your best, due to current challenges you may be experiencing in life and business, then I can help.
Hi, I’m Kim, a Psychotherapist, Author and Mental Wellbeing Coach and Strategist. I support other Therapists, Entrepreneurs, Business Owners & Leaders to break through the blockers that are preventing them from achieving a healthy happy successful life and business. If you are feeling unhappy, unfulfilled, confused, or not functioning at your best, due to current challenges you may be experiencing in life and business, then I can help.
0151 541 3081 View 0151 541 3081
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counsellors

How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.

What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?

The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.

Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?

Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.

How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?

A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.