Female Counselling in Liverpool, ENG

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Kerry Traynier
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L2
I am a Person-Centred Experiential (PCE) Therapist with a degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy and a MSc in Psychology. I have worked alongside clients in different settings including private practice, volunteering and the NHS. This has enabled me to build and enhance my skills and experience in working with different emotional distresses such as stress, anxiety, depression and bereavement. The non-directive talking therapy I am trained within is focused upon creating a meaningful therapeutic relationship in which an individual can feel secure and able to process emotions and experiences and to build self-awareness and self-growth.
I am a Person-Centred Experiential (PCE) Therapist with a degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy and a MSc in Psychology. I have worked alongside clients in different settings including private practice, volunteering and the NHS. This has enabled me to build and enhance my skills and experience in working with different emotional distresses such as stress, anxiety, depression and bereavement. The non-directive talking therapy I am trained within is focused upon creating a meaningful therapeutic relationship in which an individual can feel secure and able to process emotions and experiences and to build self-awareness and self-growth.
01767 667244 View 01767 667244
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Heidi Larner
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Liverpool L3  (Online Only)
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist with 15 years of work experience in the field of mental health. I have extensive experience with complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and feelings of fear, anger, shame, and low self-esteem. Maybe you’re feeling anxious, sad, or confused, and it seems too much to face alone. I am here to help you develop self-understanding, and encourage you to adopt new feelings, attitudes, and behaviours towards life situations. My integrative approach is therapeutically adaptive to your unique individual needs, and empowers you to develop trust and confidence in your own inner guidance.
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist with 15 years of work experience in the field of mental health. I have extensive experience with complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and feelings of fear, anger, shame, and low self-esteem. Maybe you’re feeling anxious, sad, or confused, and it seems too much to face alone. I am here to help you develop self-understanding, and encourage you to adopt new feelings, attitudes, and behaviours towards life situations. My integrative approach is therapeutically adaptive to your unique individual needs, and empowers you to develop trust and confidence in your own inner guidance.
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Independent Counselling & Psychotherapy Services
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L1
I aim to offer a professional yet down to earth relationship in which you can explore your personal difficulties whatever they may be. Sessions are offered weekly or fortnightly, usually in an open ended way until you're feeling more like yourself again. Some people come for a few sessions, some for a few months and others decide to come longer term. Many people are now starting to use therapy over time and re-access support at times when it is needed most with someone who they trust to know them and their life well. I take a firm stance on challenging stigma surrounding mental health.
I aim to offer a professional yet down to earth relationship in which you can explore your personal difficulties whatever they may be. Sessions are offered weekly or fortnightly, usually in an open ended way until you're feeling more like yourself again. Some people come for a few sessions, some for a few months and others decide to come longer term. Many people are now starting to use therapy over time and re-access support at times when it is needed most with someone who they trust to know them and their life well. I take a firm stance on challenging stigma surrounding mental health.
0151 317 9265 View 0151 317 9265
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Miriam Sakwa
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L17
Art Psychotherapist with ten years’ experience of working with Children, Young People and Adults. I have a strong belief in the transformative role of creativity in healing our most difficult thoughts, feelings, and experiences. As a client, you are able to direct the sessions and gain agency in your healing process through creative expression. Art therapy can be helpful for a wide range of difficulties, and you do not need any prior experience of making art.
Art Psychotherapist with ten years’ experience of working with Children, Young People and Adults. I have a strong belief in the transformative role of creativity in healing our most difficult thoughts, feelings, and experiences. As a client, you are able to direct the sessions and gain agency in your healing process through creative expression. Art therapy can be helpful for a wide range of difficulties, and you do not need any prior experience of making art.
01923 961745 View 01923 961745
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Klara Sharples
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liverpool L18
Stressed, anxious, overwhelmed? Have you lost your lust for life? In collaboration and with dignity and compassion we can solve it. We can talk. Therapy allows you process any issues you may have experienced in your past.You will gain clarity and understanding of yourself, by gaining a new perspective of your situation by processing your past. I offer long and short term therapy, depending on your needs.I will create a safe space where you can visit previous, painful experiences to make sense of your life. We will look at unhelpful patterns and replaced them with new strategies to improve your mental wellbeing. Welcome to new you.
Stressed, anxious, overwhelmed? Have you lost your lust for life? In collaboration and with dignity and compassion we can solve it. We can talk. Therapy allows you process any issues you may have experienced in your past.You will gain clarity and understanding of yourself, by gaining a new perspective of your situation by processing your past. I offer long and short term therapy, depending on your needs.I will create a safe space where you can visit previous, painful experiences to make sense of your life. We will look at unhelpful patterns and replaced them with new strategies to improve your mental wellbeing. Welcome to new you.
01923 961899 View 01923 961899
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Dagmara Freeman
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Liverpool L23  (Online Only)
I am a psychotherapist trained in the integrative approach to therapy. I offer clients a warm, supportive and non-judgmental space. I am passionate about helping clients overcome issues they might have been struggling with for months, or even years. Many of us experience difficulties in our lives and that is when therapy can help. I believe the process of therapy is different for each client. My approach to therapy is that my client and I work closely to agree on the best way forward. I have found my approach to be successful for many clients. As a pluralistic counsellor I can draw on a range of methods and understandings to try
I am a psychotherapist trained in the integrative approach to therapy. I offer clients a warm, supportive and non-judgmental space. I am passionate about helping clients overcome issues they might have been struggling with for months, or even years. Many of us experience difficulties in our lives and that is when therapy can help. I believe the process of therapy is different for each client. My approach to therapy is that my client and I work closely to agree on the best way forward. I have found my approach to be successful for many clients. As a pluralistic counsellor I can draw on a range of methods and understandings to try
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Linda Helena Boutet
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L1
With 30 years of experience as a BACP registered therapist, I provide authentic, compassionate and insightful support. You may be feeling unhappy and 'stuck' at this point in your life, or may be confused about your life in general. Our past has influenced our present but does not have to determine our future. With support, we can move on and understand ourselves and this is why talking therapy is so useful. We all experience difficulties in life and although you may feel alone, be assured that others have felt the way that you do. I am aware that finding the right therapist can be confusing, hence my low-cost introductory session
With 30 years of experience as a BACP registered therapist, I provide authentic, compassionate and insightful support. You may be feeling unhappy and 'stuck' at this point in your life, or may be confused about your life in general. Our past has influenced our present but does not have to determine our future. With support, we can move on and understand ourselves and this is why talking therapy is so useful. We all experience difficulties in life and although you may feel alone, be assured that others have felt the way that you do. I am aware that finding the right therapist can be confusing, hence my low-cost introductory session
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Irene Marshall
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Liverpool L15
Therapy offers a safe and confidential place where you can talk to a professional about the difficult events in your life, your relationships and emotions or about thoughts and behaviours you want to change. I adopt a client centred approach offering a non judgemental and empathic place believing in my clients potential for self growth. I am an integrative counsellor offering a variety of methods including Psychodynamic, person centred and CBT to meet the needs of the individual.
Therapy offers a safe and confidential place where you can talk to a professional about the difficult events in your life, your relationships and emotions or about thoughts and behaviours you want to change. I adopt a client centred approach offering a non judgemental and empathic place believing in my clients potential for self growth. I am an integrative counsellor offering a variety of methods including Psychodynamic, person centred and CBT to meet the needs of the individual.
0161 543 1140 View 0161 543 1140
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Andrea Connell
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Liverpool L17
We all have times when we feel lost, alone or misunderstood. We want things to change but we don’t know how. Unsure of what we want we may talk to family or friends, but all they do is offer opinions. Sometimes we have no one to talk to and remain trapped in isolation unsure of own truth. This is where counselling can help.
We all have times when we feel lost, alone or misunderstood. We want things to change but we don’t know how. Unsure of what we want we may talk to family or friends, but all they do is offer opinions. Sometimes we have no one to talk to and remain trapped in isolation unsure of own truth. This is where counselling can help.
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Laura Duncan
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Liverpool L19
Hi, I’m Laura. I am an experienced Psychotherapist, with more than 16 year’s experience working in mental health services. I offer specialised Eye Movement Desensitisation (EMDR) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) psychotherapy sessions either in-person or online on Zoom. EMDR is a powerful technique for processing upsetting or traumatic memories, alleviating the distress that they may cause. CBT can help you to identify and challenge negative thought patterns or unhelpful behaviours, developing healthier ways of coping.
Hi, I’m Laura. I am an experienced Psychotherapist, with more than 16 year’s experience working in mental health services. I offer specialised Eye Movement Desensitisation (EMDR) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) psychotherapy sessions either in-person or online on Zoom. EMDR is a powerful technique for processing upsetting or traumatic memories, alleviating the distress that they may cause. CBT can help you to identify and challenge negative thought patterns or unhelpful behaviours, developing healthier ways of coping.
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Rachael Radford
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Liverpool L22
Do you feel stuck or unable to move on from your past? Perhaps you notice patterns in your relationships or behaviour that feel impossible to change. Are you coping in ways that are no longer serving you? Painful experiences can often lead to us feeling lost and disconnected, which can impact on how we feel about ourselves, our relationships and the world around us. Shame or fear might be getting in the way of you asking for what you need, creating boundaries and telling people how you feel, which might lead to more stuckness. We all get stuck at times, that's very human! And we all need to feel seen, heard & understood.
Do you feel stuck or unable to move on from your past? Perhaps you notice patterns in your relationships or behaviour that feel impossible to change. Are you coping in ways that are no longer serving you? Painful experiences can often lead to us feeling lost and disconnected, which can impact on how we feel about ourselves, our relationships and the world around us. Shame or fear might be getting in the way of you asking for what you need, creating boundaries and telling people how you feel, which might lead to more stuckness. We all get stuck at times, that's very human! And we all need to feel seen, heard & understood.
0151 675 0276 View 0151 675 0276
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Katie Evans
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Liverpool L31  (Online Only)
I am an accredited GSRD therapist specialising in gender and sexuality alongside abusive relationship dynamics and addiction. I am sex positive, and kink, sex worker and poly aware. Since 2015 I have been helping people build up self worth, understand themselves better, and build the types of relationships that they wanted. Being trauma informed means that together we can explore how your past experiences affect your present, and work towards the changes that you want along with embracing your authentic self.
I am an accredited GSRD therapist specialising in gender and sexuality alongside abusive relationship dynamics and addiction. I am sex positive, and kink, sex worker and poly aware. Since 2015 I have been helping people build up self worth, understand themselves better, and build the types of relationships that they wanted. Being trauma informed means that together we can explore how your past experiences affect your present, and work towards the changes that you want along with embracing your authentic self.
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Dr Virginia Kellond
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Liverpool L1
Not accepting new clients
I specialise in supporting people who find themselves in repeated patterns of thinking and behaving that can cause repeated problems with work, intimate relationships, friendships and sometimes the relationship a person has with themselves. People may also find themselves stuck in unhelpful repeated ways of coping with thoughts, feelings and relationships and this can have a significant and detrimental impact on wellbeing and quality of life. Problems such as poor sleep, anxiety, OCD, up and down moods are often the by-product of difficulties with coping.
I specialise in supporting people who find themselves in repeated patterns of thinking and behaving that can cause repeated problems with work, intimate relationships, friendships and sometimes the relationship a person has with themselves. People may also find themselves stuck in unhelpful repeated ways of coping with thoughts, feelings and relationships and this can have a significant and detrimental impact on wellbeing and quality of life. Problems such as poor sleep, anxiety, OCD, up and down moods are often the by-product of difficulties with coping.
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Helen Newman
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Liverpool L17
We all experience difficulties and challenges at some point in our lives which can leave us feeling anxious, stressed and worried. We all have past experiences that can still affect us in the here and now. Trying to make sense of these issues and experiences and trying to find our place in the world can often feel overwhelming and frightening, especially if we believe that we are the only ones feeling this way. Effective counselling can give you the time and space you need to help you to explore and begin to make sense of the issues affecting your life and allow you to focus on the changes you may want to make.
We all experience difficulties and challenges at some point in our lives which can leave us feeling anxious, stressed and worried. We all have past experiences that can still affect us in the here and now. Trying to make sense of these issues and experiences and trying to find our place in the world can often feel overwhelming and frightening, especially if we believe that we are the only ones feeling this way. Effective counselling can give you the time and space you need to help you to explore and begin to make sense of the issues affecting your life and allow you to focus on the changes you may want to make.
01923 961195 View 01923 961195
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Lisa Myers Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L31
Within my practice I provide a safe, non-judgemental, professional and confidential environment in which you can explore whatever you feel necessary. Through exploring these issues, we can both begin to understand what is happening and why. This process can assist in self-understanding which in-turn boosts self-confidence and compassion. With this knowledge you may then become empowered to make the necessary changes needed in your life to address whatever has been causing the discomfort.
Within my practice I provide a safe, non-judgemental, professional and confidential environment in which you can explore whatever you feel necessary. Through exploring these issues, we can both begin to understand what is happening and why. This process can assist in self-understanding which in-turn boosts self-confidence and compassion. With this knowledge you may then become empowered to make the necessary changes needed in your life to address whatever has been causing the discomfort.
0151 305 8725 View 0151 305 8725
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Eilish Cameron
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liverpool L8  (Online Only)
I am a HCPC registered arts psychotherapist experienced in working with diverse stories, challenges and experiences. I offer a welcoming, non-judgemental and compassionate space that utilises your innate creativity to connect with and explore your inner experience. We will embark on a journey to build understanding and perspective on challenges you face. This may include exploring past experiences and how this may be influencing the present. Throughout the process we will focus on individual strengths fostering resilience, personal growth and wellbeing.
I am a HCPC registered arts psychotherapist experienced in working with diverse stories, challenges and experiences. I offer a welcoming, non-judgemental and compassionate space that utilises your innate creativity to connect with and explore your inner experience. We will embark on a journey to build understanding and perspective on challenges you face. This may include exploring past experiences and how this may be influencing the present. Throughout the process we will focus on individual strengths fostering resilience, personal growth and wellbeing.
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In the Now Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Liverpool L33  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you struggling with issues related to low mood, worry, eating, relationships, or major life changes? I’m a Chartered Clinical Psychologist trained and registered with the HCPC and BPS, and I'm here to help. I can help you understand unhelpful coping patterns, manage difficult thoughts and learn different ways to cope with change. I implement evidence-based therapy methods tailored to you. My main therapy approaches are CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), Mindfulness and Compassion Focused Therapy. I offer online and telephone therapy from the comfort of your own home or anywhere that's convenient for you.
Are you struggling with issues related to low mood, worry, eating, relationships, or major life changes? I’m a Chartered Clinical Psychologist trained and registered with the HCPC and BPS, and I'm here to help. I can help you understand unhelpful coping patterns, manage difficult thoughts and learn different ways to cope with change. I implement evidence-based therapy methods tailored to you. My main therapy approaches are CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), Mindfulness and Compassion Focused Therapy. I offer online and telephone therapy from the comfort of your own home or anywhere that's convenient for you.
020 8138 8467 View 020 8138 8467
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Dr Lorraine Haye
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Liverpool L1
I am a Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist with over 15 years of experience in mental and physical health services with a range of presenting difficulties. I also have specialist training and experience in providing neuropsychological assessment and rehabilitation. I offer a free 15 minute telephone call as an opportunity to ask any questions to identify if we could work together. This can then be followed by a more detailed assessment appointment. After this regular weekly sessions can be arranged to work on your identified goals.
I am a Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist with over 15 years of experience in mental and physical health services with a range of presenting difficulties. I also have specialist training and experience in providing neuropsychological assessment and rehabilitation. I offer a free 15 minute telephone call as an opportunity to ask any questions to identify if we could work together. This can then be followed by a more detailed assessment appointment. After this regular weekly sessions can be arranged to work on your identified goals.
01707 954068 View 01707 954068
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Sue Christine Grace Whelan
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L25
Hi, my name is Sue. Would you like to feel seen, heard, understood and accepted? Would you like to start gaining more insight into why you feel and think the way you do, and as a result move closer to mastering your emotions and finding peace? Would you like to say what you really think and feel in confidence without being judged? Would you like to improve your self esteem and move towards feeling more empowered? Do you feel overwhelmed, isolated and misunderstood? Do you suffer from depression, anxiety, constant negative thinking (coupled with feelings of fear and anger?) If so, maybe it’s time to talk in a safe space.
Hi, my name is Sue. Would you like to feel seen, heard, understood and accepted? Would you like to start gaining more insight into why you feel and think the way you do, and as a result move closer to mastering your emotions and finding peace? Would you like to say what you really think and feel in confidence without being judged? Would you like to improve your self esteem and move towards feeling more empowered? Do you feel overwhelmed, isolated and misunderstood? Do you suffer from depression, anxiety, constant negative thinking (coupled with feelings of fear and anger?) If so, maybe it’s time to talk in a safe space.
0151 453 6481 View 0151 453 6481
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Natasha Hughes
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L3
I offer professional, counselling experience in which you are able to explore your issues in a safe warm environment. Hourly sessions are offered from 4pm - 8pm Monday - Friday and Saturday mornings. I personally believe many people will benefit from counselling by helping individuals to understand their difficult experiences, along side the feelings and emotions attached to it. This process can be empowering, by enabling the client to work towards changing their lives to become more fulfilled. It takes great courage and strength to accept help with mental and emotional well-being, to work collaboratively.
I offer professional, counselling experience in which you are able to explore your issues in a safe warm environment. Hourly sessions are offered from 4pm - 8pm Monday - Friday and Saturday mornings. I personally believe many people will benefit from counselling by helping individuals to understand their difficult experiences, along side the feelings and emotions attached to it. This process can be empowering, by enabling the client to work towards changing their lives to become more fulfilled. It takes great courage and strength to accept help with mental and emotional well-being, to work collaboratively.
0151 541 4497 View 0151 541 4497

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Female Counsellors

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.