Counselling in Merseyside
![Photo of Rick Hall, MSc, MBACP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fbd5bd98-b5ac-48c0-9aa0-3abb4d74803a/1/320x400.jpeg)
I have experience supporting people with a wide range of issues, including: anxiety, depression, relationships, gender & sexuality, stress, trauma, and feeling stuck or lost. I welcome clients from all backgrounds. I specialise in working with Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diversity (GSRD), supporting people who are LGBTQIA+ and/or have diverse relationship styles. I am neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, sex-positive, and kink-knowledgable. None of these things are requirements for working with me, but my experience is there if you need it!
I have experience supporting people with a wide range of issues, including: anxiety, depression, relationships, gender & sexuality, stress, trauma, and feeling stuck or lost. I welcome clients from all backgrounds. I specialise in working with Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diversity (GSRD), supporting people who are LGBTQIA+ and/or have diverse relationship styles. I am neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, sex-positive, and kink-knowledgable. None of these things are requirements for working with me, but my experience is there if you need it!
![Photo of Jonathan Fletcher, COSRT General, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/01ceb412-fda9-4559-9e11-bffbe6c87c88/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hi, my name is Jonny, and I am a fully qualified psychosexual and relationship therapist registered with COSRT. Embarking on a therapeutic journey can initially feel daunting, but it can become a life-changing and affirming experience. It is my job to provide a safe, empathetic, and non-judgemental space to explore whatever issue is troubling you, although engaging in therapy can be hugely beneficial even without a specific problem.
Hi, my name is Jonny, and I am a fully qualified psychosexual and relationship therapist registered with COSRT. Embarking on a therapeutic journey can initially feel daunting, but it can become a life-changing and affirming experience. It is my job to provide a safe, empathetic, and non-judgemental space to explore whatever issue is troubling you, although engaging in therapy can be hugely beneficial even without a specific problem.
![Photo of Kerry Traynier, MBACP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a76640b3-2622-4012-b72b-ecffea9beb5c/1/320x400.jpeg)
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.
![Photo of Josephine Sylvia Padfield, MBACP Accred, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f9a9c1ba-5264-478b-ae8b-a768f7baed27/2/320x400.jpeg)
My psychotherapy philosophy is that everyone has the resources within themselves to find meaning, purpose and fulfilment in their lives. Sometimes we need some help in accessing these internal resources. If you find yourself feeling stuck, depressed or anxious possibly from external life events, problematic relationship issues, or other internal psychological struggles which may be more difficult to understand, you may find it helpful to speak to a counsellor. Talking about issues of concern in a confidential environment can lead to greater understanding, more self awareness and clarity about best ways forward.
My psychotherapy philosophy is that everyone has the resources within themselves to find meaning, purpose and fulfilment in their lives. Sometimes we need some help in accessing these internal resources. If you find yourself feeling stuck, depressed or anxious possibly from external life events, problematic relationship issues, or other internal psychological struggles which may be more difficult to understand, you may find it helpful to speak to a counsellor. Talking about issues of concern in a confidential environment can lead to greater understanding, more self awareness and clarity about best ways forward.
![Photo of Stephen Matthews, MA, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0582cf88-e6a7-4433-bab7-aec0f4342b5d/1/320x400.jpeg)
Stephen Matthews
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Maghull L31 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling out of sorts, not sure which way you want to turn and feel lost, with nobody to talk to? You may have feelings you are not able to understand and find it difficult to communicate with your closest friends or family. This is how I understood myself to be over many years previous to becoming a counsellor, and I believe that my own experience of life can help others who are suffering at this time. The areas that I can help with include trauma, anxiety, depression, bereavement, addictions, anger and life transitions.
Are you feeling out of sorts, not sure which way you want to turn and feel lost, with nobody to talk to? You may have feelings you are not able to understand and find it difficult to communicate with your closest friends or family. This is how I understood myself to be over many years previous to becoming a counsellor, and I believe that my own experience of life can help others who are suffering at this time. The areas that I can help with include trauma, anxiety, depression, bereavement, addictions, anger and life transitions.
![Photo of Irene Marshall, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/16f2f176-61be-4739-a8e9-33fe269004d8/1/320x400.jpeg)
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.
![Photo of Emmie Brunskill, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3a775677-0221-421c-87f6-b599f97e3afc/2/320x400.jpeg)
Are you feeling "stuck" and not sure why? You may feel anxious, angry, upset and you don't like how it makes you feel. You may have a child and you are worried about their well-being or are you in a relationship that needs a little help? Whatever it is, you can share it with me and I will help you understand why. If you are ready to take that next step to peace of mind then get in touch.
Are you feeling "stuck" and not sure why? You may feel anxious, angry, upset and you don't like how it makes you feel. You may have a child and you are worried about their well-being or are you in a relationship that needs a little help? Whatever it is, you can share it with me and I will help you understand why. If you are ready to take that next step to peace of mind then get in touch.
![Photo of Simon Burgess, BACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4c3911b9-4d68-472e-bb33-5cb2b59e55c7/1/320x400.jpeg)
I specialise in Addiction. My approach is tracking at over 90% effective. (Clients still free of their addiction at the 1 year mark) I primarily work with addictions to Gambling, Drugs and Alcohol. My approach, the 4T's combines an assessment, therapy, and managed change, tracked over time. There is more at linkedin.com/in/simonburgess1 “The UK’s leading addiction therapist” where I’ve written over 40 articles covering many aspects of addiction and recovery. The 4T's are suitable for any addictive behaviour, get in touch and take advantage of a free 30 minute call to assess if it’s right for you.
I specialise in Addiction. My approach is tracking at over 90% effective. (Clients still free of their addiction at the 1 year mark) I primarily work with addictions to Gambling, Drugs and Alcohol. My approach, the 4T's combines an assessment, therapy, and managed change, tracked over time. There is more at linkedin.com/in/simonburgess1 “The UK’s leading addiction therapist” where I’ve written over 40 articles covering many aspects of addiction and recovery. The 4T's are suitable for any addictive behaviour, get in touch and take advantage of a free 30 minute call to assess if it’s right for you.
![Photo of Michelle Robinson, BACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/34ba3e77-1a8f-4880-a031-fbcd1cba499b/1/320x400.png)
My name is Michelle, and I am a person-centred counsellor and clinical hypnotherapist. Life can seem unmanageable at times, and you might find yourself reading this because you are dealing with an issue that feels overwhelming. Whatever the reason may be, you are not alone. People seek counselling for different reasons, from stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, childhood trauma and relationship issues, to name but a few. Counselling can support you to help yourself in a way that acknowledges feelings and helps you to understand yourself better, aiding you to make positive lasting changes in your life.
My name is Michelle, and I am a person-centred counsellor and clinical hypnotherapist. Life can seem unmanageable at times, and you might find yourself reading this because you are dealing with an issue that feels overwhelming. Whatever the reason may be, you are not alone. People seek counselling for different reasons, from stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, childhood trauma and relationship issues, to name but a few. Counselling can support you to help yourself in a way that acknowledges feelings and helps you to understand yourself better, aiding you to make positive lasting changes in your life.
![Photo of Kate Louise McDonald, MBACP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/aa55e51c-2837-4b21-b18f-09d286a90041/2/320x400.jpeg)
So if you've reached this point I'm guessing you feel like you need some extra support and professional guidance. Life at times for all of us can seem overwhelming and our minds are like overfilled jugs of water or that junk draw that we have in our homes that just doesn't shut. Whatever your issue is, I believe I can help you. Together we can unfold what is going on for you, at your pace and then with my support, we can look at new ways of coping and reach a goal that you would love to achieve. The answers you're looking for, are already inside you. I help you find them, organize them and achieve them.
So if you've reached this point I'm guessing you feel like you need some extra support and professional guidance. Life at times for all of us can seem overwhelming and our minds are like overfilled jugs of water or that junk draw that we have in our homes that just doesn't shut. Whatever your issue is, I believe I can help you. Together we can unfold what is going on for you, at your pace and then with my support, we can look at new ways of coping and reach a goal that you would love to achieve. The answers you're looking for, are already inside you. I help you find them, organize them and achieve them.
![Photo of Karen Spilsbury, MNCPS Acc., Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/96761f7f-1753-44ed-9a9a-ef8f37f74564/1/320x400.jpeg)
Feeling a bit anxious about starting therapy? That's completely normal. I'm Karen Spilsbury, a fully qualified Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist and I am committed to creating a safe, empathic and accepting space for all of my clients.
Feeling a bit anxious about starting therapy? That's completely normal. I'm Karen Spilsbury, a fully qualified Psychotherapist and Hypnotherapist and I am committed to creating a safe, empathic and accepting space for all of my clients.
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![Photo of Michelle Thomas - Castle Therapy, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc., Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/18369180-5fa5-4d76-a2a3-068dcc5c2b0f/3/320x400.jpeg)
#Live your best life. This is my mission and why I founded Castle Therapy, it's my aim to help as many people as possible live their best lives. Through hypnotherapy & counselling I can help with phobias, becoming healthier, anxiety & depression and much more. I was drawn to re-training and qualifying as a hypnotherapist and counsellor following a successful career with VirginMedia. As a Management and Leadership consultant & coach I was always looking for new ways to help my colleagues reach their full potential.
#Live your best life. This is my mission and why I founded Castle Therapy, it's my aim to help as many people as possible live their best lives. Through hypnotherapy & counselling I can help with phobias, becoming healthier, anxiety & depression and much more. I was drawn to re-training and qualifying as a hypnotherapist and counsellor following a successful career with VirginMedia. As a Management and Leadership consultant & coach I was always looking for new ways to help my colleagues reach their full potential.
![Photo of E-J Williams - E-J Psychotherapy & Counselling, MSc, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b30783dc-a76c-4fdf-b2e8-dbd026b61b1a/2/320x400.jpeg)
Does your life look great on the outside? To everyone else? Do you ever think that you know you should be happy, ok, fine and able to ‘just get on with it’? And yet….you just know in 'your bones’ you’re not ok, happy or fine…despite what you may be presenting to the rest of the world. If that resonates, maybe we could talk. I offer my clients an opportunity to stop, really stop and to ask themselves questions - that might feel too big to ask on your own or to burden your friends with - and then listen to the answer. I also look at the contexts you exist in, and how these have shaped and continue to shape you in the here and now.
Does your life look great on the outside? To everyone else? Do you ever think that you know you should be happy, ok, fine and able to ‘just get on with it’? And yet….you just know in 'your bones’ you’re not ok, happy or fine…despite what you may be presenting to the rest of the world. If that resonates, maybe we could talk. I offer my clients an opportunity to stop, really stop and to ask themselves questions - that might feel too big to ask on your own or to burden your friends with - and then listen to the answer. I also look at the contexts you exist in, and how these have shaped and continue to shape you in the here and now.
![Photo of Holly Driver Dos Santos, MSc, MBABCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0e256d58-6d3f-43a3-9adf-769b9e23f510/1/320x400.jpeg)
I can treat panic, generalised anxiety, social anxiety, phobias, OCD, PTSD, depression and anxiety and low mood associated to low self esteem. I will always offer a psychological assessment as the first CBT session, so can advise at the end of the first session of a provisional diagnosis and whether CBT is likely to help. The therapy is goal- focused, evidence-based, and involves making changes with my support to overcome your difficulties. It can be extremely difficult to know what your goals are when highly anxious or depressed, so I can help you to work out what you are aiming to change. I can help you if aged 16 or above.
I can treat panic, generalised anxiety, social anxiety, phobias, OCD, PTSD, depression and anxiety and low mood associated to low self esteem. I will always offer a psychological assessment as the first CBT session, so can advise at the end of the first session of a provisional diagnosis and whether CBT is likely to help. The therapy is goal- focused, evidence-based, and involves making changes with my support to overcome your difficulties. It can be extremely difficult to know what your goals are when highly anxious or depressed, so I can help you to work out what you are aiming to change. I can help you if aged 16 or above.
![Photo of Georgina Harvey, MSc, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/be124d5d-bbc2-41c8-9c0e-c90f85e9e577/3/320x400.jpeg)
Georgina Harvey
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liverpool L23
Waitlist for new clients
I am a fully qualified and accredited Systemic Psychotherapist (Family Therapist) and am registered with The United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy and The Association of Family Therapy. I have over 20 years of experience of working with families, couples and individuals who are facing difficulties with their mental health, self-esteem and relationships with themselves and others. I have experience of working in the NHS adult and child & adolescent community services as well as the charitable sector and I currently work for NHS Child & Adolescent Service.
I am a fully qualified and accredited Systemic Psychotherapist (Family Therapist) and am registered with The United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy and The Association of Family Therapy. I have over 20 years of experience of working with families, couples and individuals who are facing difficulties with their mental health, self-esteem and relationships with themselves and others. I have experience of working in the NHS adult and child & adolescent community services as well as the charitable sector and I currently work for NHS Child & Adolescent Service.
![Photo of Dr Samuel Hughes, HCPC - Clin. Psych., Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9de729a1-a3a3-4d9b-9b5c-604a858701ac/2/320x400.png)
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.
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.
![Photo of Jaci Quennell, MA, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4fe3779d-c934-48e4-81d0-f4651f1c3bd0/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a skilled psychotherapist with over 40 years’ professional experience. I am committed to social justice and helping others to recover from trauma, violence and discrimination. My areas of particular expertise are trauma and loss and my experience includes working with survivors of Hillsborough, providing counselling for witnesses in historical abuse inquiries, helping to found two Rape Crisis services, designing and supervising Domestic Abuse perpetrator programmes and working with survivors of the Manchester Arena bombing.
I am a skilled psychotherapist with over 40 years’ professional experience. I am committed to social justice and helping others to recover from trauma, violence and discrimination. My areas of particular expertise are trauma and loss and my experience includes working with survivors of Hillsborough, providing counselling for witnesses in historical abuse inquiries, helping to found two Rape Crisis services, designing and supervising Domestic Abuse perpetrator programmes and working with survivors of the Manchester Arena bombing.
![Photo of Bethany Pepper, MSc, MBACP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ae7f4db4-fcdf-4a05-ab35-3bf2459b581d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome! I'm Beth, I'm a Psychotherapist supporting adults and children when life may be feeling overwhelming. To help you to explore emotions, work through trauma, feel supported and simply be listened to. I offer a curious and compassionate space for therapeutic support where you are the expert on your life. We will work together to talk about and understand your experiences, trauma, feelings, thoughts, behaviour in order for you to reach your goals, change your life or simply feel more at peace.
Welcome! I'm Beth, I'm a Psychotherapist supporting adults and children when life may be feeling overwhelming. To help you to explore emotions, work through trauma, feel supported and simply be listened to. I offer a curious and compassionate space for therapeutic support where you are the expert on your life. We will work together to talk about and understand your experiences, trauma, feelings, thoughts, behaviour in order for you to reach your goals, change your life or simply feel more at peace.
![Photo of Tracy Dickens, DCounsPsych, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2bb0f14e-3798-491a-b832-d806008d5682/1/320x400.png)
Tracy Dickens
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liverpool L17 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Seeking help for various events or challenges in your life is a courageous step, and it's normal to feel overwhelmed. It's important to find an approach that suits you and helps you gain insight and address your unique challenges. Your agency, autonomy, and safety are crucial in this process.
Seeking help for various events or challenges in your life is a courageous step, and it's normal to feel overwhelmed. It's important to find an approach that suits you and helps you gain insight and address your unique challenges. Your agency, autonomy, and safety are crucial in this process.
![Photo of Sharon Beirne, MA, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/12240a35-1977-4aee-b518-645df0e8c156/1/320x400.jpeg)
I offer brief & longer-term therapy to individuals & couples in a safe & comfortable space. My therapeutic orientation & training is in Gestalt psychotherapy, where attention is given to mind, body, thoughts, feelings, what is in awareness, what is clouded from awareness & to interrelational functioning patterns. I have over 20 years experience of working in private practice, with people who struggle with low self-esteem; confidence issues; anxiety; depression; stress; relationship difficulties; loss; issues relating to sexuality, sexual orientation & gender diversity; effects of racism & white privilege; & various types of trauma.
I offer brief & longer-term therapy to individuals & couples in a safe & comfortable space. My therapeutic orientation & training is in Gestalt psychotherapy, where attention is given to mind, body, thoughts, feelings, what is in awareness, what is clouded from awareness & to interrelational functioning patterns. I have over 20 years experience of working in private practice, with people who struggle with low self-esteem; confidence issues; anxiety; depression; stress; relationship difficulties; loss; issues relating to sexuality, sexual orientation & gender diversity; effects of racism & white privilege; & various types of trauma.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Merseyside
300+
Average cost per session
£55
Counsellors in Merseyside who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
85% | Self Esteem |
81% | Stress |
76% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Bereavement |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
52% | Aviva |
49% | AXA PPP |
44% | Vitality |
How Counsellors in Merseyside see their clients
75% | In Person and Online | |
25% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
77% | Female | |
22% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |