Counselling in Norfolk
I offer high quality, Psychotherapy for individual therapy and couples, for relationship counselling and have many years experience working with mental health. My commitment is to unconditionally respect values, lifestyle, background and beliefs, offering a discreet and professional service tailored to your needs. Whatever you are experiencing, you don't have to face it alone. I believe in on-going training, academic learning and supervision and keep myself up-to-date with best practice, innovation and developments in the industry. I am a member of, am registered with and work to the strict ethics and regulations.
I offer high quality, Psychotherapy for individual therapy and couples, for relationship counselling and have many years experience working with mental health. My commitment is to unconditionally respect values, lifestyle, background and beliefs, offering a discreet and professional service tailored to your needs. Whatever you are experiencing, you don't have to face it alone. I believe in on-going training, academic learning and supervision and keep myself up-to-date with best practice, innovation and developments in the industry. I am a member of, am registered with and work to the strict ethics and regulations.
I am a highly empathic, friendly and experienced professional therapist with over 14 years experience. I offer an accepting & safe space to help clients overcome the barriers that stop them living life the way they want to. I utilise traditional CBT & newer '3rd Wave CBT' interventions, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), metacognitive therapy & compassionate mind approach, to offer a flexible and individualised treatment process. I interweave these theories with EMDR and Attachment Informed EMDR. Including acknowledgement and understanding of our internal 'parts' that influence our helpful and less helpful behaviours.
I am a highly empathic, friendly and experienced professional therapist with over 14 years experience. I offer an accepting & safe space to help clients overcome the barriers that stop them living life the way they want to. I utilise traditional CBT & newer '3rd Wave CBT' interventions, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), metacognitive therapy & compassionate mind approach, to offer a flexible and individualised treatment process. I interweave these theories with EMDR and Attachment Informed EMDR. Including acknowledgement and understanding of our internal 'parts' that influence our helpful and less helpful behaviours.
I'm a counselor and psychotherapist with twenty years of experience of working with adults and young people. I offer a secure, warm, nurturing and confidential space, face to face or online. My approach is non-judgmental and empowering. I believe in offering you a space to help you through your difficulties at your own pace. I'm a accredited and registered counselor with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. I have a Ba Hons degree counselling and am in my last year of my Master.
I'm a counselor and psychotherapist with twenty years of experience of working with adults and young people. I offer a secure, warm, nurturing and confidential space, face to face or online. My approach is non-judgmental and empowering. I believe in offering you a space to help you through your difficulties at your own pace. I'm a accredited and registered counselor with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. I have a Ba Hons degree counselling and am in my last year of my Master.
I am a compassionate, authentic clinical psychologist with a wealth of knowledge about all things mental health. I strive to create a safe space to nurture understanding, generate acceptance, and empower change through evidence based psychological services. I only offer therapy that has a strong evidence base and that which is recommended by NICE Guidelines. This means you have access to the best psychological interventions. I am qualified to assess and diagnose Autism and ADHD as part of a multidisciplinary team, and I can adapt psychological therapy for neurodiversity.
I am a compassionate, authentic clinical psychologist with a wealth of knowledge about all things mental health. I strive to create a safe space to nurture understanding, generate acceptance, and empower change through evidence based psychological services. I only offer therapy that has a strong evidence base and that which is recommended by NICE Guidelines. This means you have access to the best psychological interventions. I am qualified to assess and diagnose Autism and ADHD as part of a multidisciplinary team, and I can adapt psychological therapy for neurodiversity.
Maureen Pettican
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Norwich NR5
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Hi, thank you for stopping on my page. As you search through these listings, I am sure you are trying to find out what brought you here and what kind of support you need. You have taken the first step :) The next step is to take a deep breath and trust yourself to move towards making that first enquiry. It can feel daunting, but I promise it is not as bad as it may seem. If you are looking for a therapist who will listen, understand and walk with you through a difficult time, you have found me. If you need to feel you can trust, share, cry and talk, I will listen and I will help you find your next steps. I encourage you to call.
Hi, thank you for stopping on my page. As you search through these listings, I am sure you are trying to find out what brought you here and what kind of support you need. You have taken the first step :) The next step is to take a deep breath and trust yourself to move towards making that first enquiry. It can feel daunting, but I promise it is not as bad as it may seem. If you are looking for a therapist who will listen, understand and walk with you through a difficult time, you have found me. If you need to feel you can trust, share, cry and talk, I will listen and I will help you find your next steps. I encourage you to call.
My work is based on the belief that you know better than anyone else what is wrong and how to help yourself. I appreciate that at times it might not feel like this and we might need a little help to get back in touch with that internal sense of ourselves. By the end of our work together my hope is that you will feel better able to understand yourself and tune into what feels right for you. I have experience working with a wide range of issues and a particular interest in supporting clients wishing to explore issues in relation to gender, sexual and relationship diversity, self-esteem and neurodiversity.
My work is based on the belief that you know better than anyone else what is wrong and how to help yourself. I appreciate that at times it might not feel like this and we might need a little help to get back in touch with that internal sense of ourselves. By the end of our work together my hope is that you will feel better able to understand yourself and tune into what feels right for you. I have experience working with a wide range of issues and a particular interest in supporting clients wishing to explore issues in relation to gender, sexual and relationship diversity, self-esteem and neurodiversity.
I am a BABCP accredited CBT therapist, and an EMDR therapist. If you're struggling with difficulties related to previous traumas or painful memories from the past, then I can help you to make sense of these, understand why you're feeling so overwhelmed, and then process the painful memories and emotions in order to help you to feel calmer and more content. I also specialise in helping people with anxiety disorders (like OCD, social anxiety, and health anxiety). I will help you to understand what is keeping you trapped, and to build the confidence and skills to challenge yourself, and face the things that scare you.
I am a BABCP accredited CBT therapist, and an EMDR therapist. If you're struggling with difficulties related to previous traumas or painful memories from the past, then I can help you to make sense of these, understand why you're feeling so overwhelmed, and then process the painful memories and emotions in order to help you to feel calmer and more content. I also specialise in helping people with anxiety disorders (like OCD, social anxiety, and health anxiety). I will help you to understand what is keeping you trapped, and to build the confidence and skills to challenge yourself, and face the things that scare you.
I am a very experienced psychotherapist and now also offer Internal Family Systems Therapy (Level 2). I work with a variety of personal issues such as anxiety, stress, depression, feelings of meaninglessness, grief, anger, relationships, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, frustration or dissatisfaction. I tend to attract people interested in meditation and spirituality or who are seeking greater meaning and purpose. Folks exploring or living polyamory, consensual non-monogamy and kink lifestyles and all sexual and gender identities are very welcome.
I am a very experienced psychotherapist and now also offer Internal Family Systems Therapy (Level 2). I work with a variety of personal issues such as anxiety, stress, depression, feelings of meaninglessness, grief, anger, relationships, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, frustration or dissatisfaction. I tend to attract people interested in meditation and spirituality or who are seeking greater meaning and purpose. Folks exploring or living polyamory, consensual non-monogamy and kink lifestyles and all sexual and gender identities are very welcome.
Hi my name is Karen. Thank you for looking at my profile. I often find that people who seek Counselling and Psychotherapy do so for many reasons that are common to many. You may be wanting a safe and confidential space to speak about a problem causing difficulties. It might be that you feel unable to speak to those closest to you and you need someone outside of your life, someone separate and non judgemental to talk with to help you make sense of things so that you can start to feel better and indeed make some changes. You might not know what help is out there or where to begin, here is a starting point.
Hi my name is Karen. Thank you for looking at my profile. I often find that people who seek Counselling and Psychotherapy do so for many reasons that are common to many. You may be wanting a safe and confidential space to speak about a problem causing difficulties. It might be that you feel unable to speak to those closest to you and you need someone outside of your life, someone separate and non judgemental to talk with to help you make sense of things so that you can start to feel better and indeed make some changes. You might not know what help is out there or where to begin, here is a starting point.
My Name is Karen and I am a humanistic Counsellor. I have experience with Anxiety, Depression and Bereavement. When I first meet you I will look at your individual needs and we can first make contact over the phone. I have previously worked as a nurse for many years so have a broad background in Acute Medicine as well as Psychology. I spent many years before qualifying as a psychotherapist working as a Children's nurse so am use to hearing about grief and trauma. I love being a counsellor and my training is based on the work of Carl Rogers; the American Psychologist. Listening with compassion can move pain and hurt into acceptance
My Name is Karen and I am a humanistic Counsellor. I have experience with Anxiety, Depression and Bereavement. When I first meet you I will look at your individual needs and we can first make contact over the phone. I have previously worked as a nurse for many years so have a broad background in Acute Medicine as well as Psychology. I spent many years before qualifying as a psychotherapist working as a Children's nurse so am use to hearing about grief and trauma. I love being a counsellor and my training is based on the work of Carl Rogers; the American Psychologist. Listening with compassion can move pain and hurt into acceptance
Counselling can be effective for a wide range of issues, including anxiety, feeling sad, low mood, depression, loss, bereavement, low self-esteem and low confidence. Our sessions would offer you a confidential and non-judgmental space to explore your feelings. We could work together on a long or short term basis depending on what best suits your needs. I am experienced in working with all adult age groups.
Counselling can be effective for a wide range of issues, including anxiety, feeling sad, low mood, depression, loss, bereavement, low self-esteem and low confidence. Our sessions would offer you a confidential and non-judgmental space to explore your feelings. We could work together on a long or short term basis depending on what best suits your needs. I am experienced in working with all adult age groups.
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I like to work with clients who are aware that they want to make changes in their lives: they may not yet know what the change looks like, but are willing to explore options in a compassionate and supportive environment. They are interested to learn more about themselves and others; willing to accept that they many need to let go of some old patterns of thinking, feeling and doing to live the life they want for themselves. They are committed to their personal growth and willing to meet regularly over Zoom or in person, to achieve their goals. Goals will be agreed each session to ensure focus and a sense of achievement for us both
I like to work with clients who are aware that they want to make changes in their lives: they may not yet know what the change looks like, but are willing to explore options in a compassionate and supportive environment. They are interested to learn more about themselves and others; willing to accept that they many need to let go of some old patterns of thinking, feeling and doing to live the life they want for themselves. They are committed to their personal growth and willing to meet regularly over Zoom or in person, to achieve their goals. Goals will be agreed each session to ensure focus and a sense of achievement for us both
The idea of talking to someone can feel really daunting, especially if you haven’t done it before and that’s ok and completely normal. Maybe you have experienced something difficult and need someone to talk to; perhaps you'd like to change the way you feel, experience and cope in certain situations; you may be finding it hard to cope with your mental health. By talking and processing your feelings and experiences it can offer a way of healing, it can offer you more mental and physical space to create a different way of being and start paving a way forward for you that you always hoped for, but may not have felt was achievable.
The idea of talking to someone can feel really daunting, especially if you haven’t done it before and that’s ok and completely normal. Maybe you have experienced something difficult and need someone to talk to; perhaps you'd like to change the way you feel, experience and cope in certain situations; you may be finding it hard to cope with your mental health. By talking and processing your feelings and experiences it can offer a way of healing, it can offer you more mental and physical space to create a different way of being and start paving a way forward for you that you always hoped for, but may not have felt was achievable.
There is no limit to what can be discussed in counselling. I offer professional, in-person counselling from a peaceful room in Norwich to individuals facing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, family issues or other challenges. In a calm, confidential space we can explore together whatever it is that brings you here - whether it be traumatic events from the past, current circumstances or fears about the future. I can help to stabilise things now and when a trusting relationship is established we can look at the past. We can go at your pace. I will endeavour to help you find solutions and ways towards a more fulfilling life.
There is no limit to what can be discussed in counselling. I offer professional, in-person counselling from a peaceful room in Norwich to individuals facing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, family issues or other challenges. In a calm, confidential space we can explore together whatever it is that brings you here - whether it be traumatic events from the past, current circumstances or fears about the future. I can help to stabilise things now and when a trusting relationship is established we can look at the past. We can go at your pace. I will endeavour to help you find solutions and ways towards a more fulfilling life.
Every person's journey is unique, filled with its own contours and shades. If you find yourself struggling with challenges in life, it can feel overwhelming, impacting your daily life and relationships. I deeply understand the weight of these experiences. You are not alone. In a supportive and non-judgemental environment, guided by evidence-based practices and personalised care, we can navigate these challenges together. My goal is to work towards emotional stability, improved relationships, and effective stress management, empowering you to embrace your journey and cultivate a life of fulfilment and peace.
Every person's journey is unique, filled with its own contours and shades. If you find yourself struggling with challenges in life, it can feel overwhelming, impacting your daily life and relationships. I deeply understand the weight of these experiences. You are not alone. In a supportive and non-judgemental environment, guided by evidence-based practices and personalised care, we can navigate these challenges together. My goal is to work towards emotional stability, improved relationships, and effective stress management, empowering you to embrace your journey and cultivate a life of fulfilment and peace.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or lost, my goal is to offer you a safe compassionate space where you can make sense of your experiences, grow as an individual & live a fulfilling life. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or seeking support through a challenging time, I am dedicated to supporting you every step of the way. Your progress & well-being are my top priorities. I value using evidence-based methods within a holistic approach, considering the many factors that contribute to well-being, such as physical health, spirituality, neurodiversity, nutrition, & sexuality.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or lost, my goal is to offer you a safe compassionate space where you can make sense of your experiences, grow as an individual & live a fulfilling life. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or seeking support through a challenging time, I am dedicated to supporting you every step of the way. Your progress & well-being are my top priorities. I value using evidence-based methods within a holistic approach, considering the many factors that contribute to well-being, such as physical health, spirituality, neurodiversity, nutrition, & sexuality.
Are you finding it difficult to cope with everyday life? Are you fed up with feeling the same way? Maybe you have experienced a life changing event, that has left you feeling anxious, overwhelmed or alone. What ever your needs are, I can offer a safe, non - judgemental space to help you understand what's going on and together, we will come up with a plan to help you manage the current situation and work towards your individual goals and ultimately, live the life you want. It takes a lot to take that next step but once you do, it can give you hope for the future YOU! If you feel ready to make a change, please do get in touch.
Are you finding it difficult to cope with everyday life? Are you fed up with feeling the same way? Maybe you have experienced a life changing event, that has left you feeling anxious, overwhelmed or alone. What ever your needs are, I can offer a safe, non - judgemental space to help you understand what's going on and together, we will come up with a plan to help you manage the current situation and work towards your individual goals and ultimately, live the life you want. It takes a lot to take that next step but once you do, it can give you hope for the future YOU! If you feel ready to make a change, please do get in touch.
I work with individuals and couples aged 18+ on all issues. I specialise in trans+ (genderqueer, non-binary), LGBTQ+ issues & family support. I'm an Advanced Accredited Gender, Sex and Relationship Diversities Therapist (Pink Therapy). I also have over 25 years of experience of support work in areas such as living with HIV, recovering from domestic abuse, young people's issues, neurodiverse awareness and work-related issues such as discrimination.
I work with individuals and couples aged 18+ on all issues. I specialise in trans+ (genderqueer, non-binary), LGBTQ+ issues & family support. I'm an Advanced Accredited Gender, Sex and Relationship Diversities Therapist (Pink Therapy). I also have over 25 years of experience of support work in areas such as living with HIV, recovering from domestic abuse, young people's issues, neurodiverse awareness and work-related issues such as discrimination.
I offer a pragmatic and focused approach to Counselling. Drawing on a range of therapies I provide a confidential and non-judgemental space in which to understand yourself and your feelings more deeply. Working together we can explore how your past may be influencing your present thoughts, feelings and behaviours. From this process new perspectives and new possibilities for change can emerge. Counselling is a personal experience that will be unique to you. I specialise in effective short-term work as well as longer exploratory counselling.
I offer a pragmatic and focused approach to Counselling. Drawing on a range of therapies I provide a confidential and non-judgemental space in which to understand yourself and your feelings more deeply. Working together we can explore how your past may be influencing your present thoughts, feelings and behaviours. From this process new perspectives and new possibilities for change can emerge. Counselling is a personal experience that will be unique to you. I specialise in effective short-term work as well as longer exploratory counselling.
Life can get pretty tough. You may feel stuck, directionless and generally dissatisfied. Or you may be struggling with something specific, a difficult situation, anxiety or circumstances that feel overwhelming and out of control. Likewise, you might be experiencing difficulties in relationships, feel isolated or struggling with the way you see/feel about yourself in one way or another. Any of these may be a signal that it’s time to look beyond yourself to help make sense of your feelings or situation and find some kind of resolution. This is where I may be able to help.
Life can get pretty tough. You may feel stuck, directionless and generally dissatisfied. Or you may be struggling with something specific, a difficult situation, anxiety or circumstances that feel overwhelming and out of control. Likewise, you might be experiencing difficulties in relationships, feel isolated or struggling with the way you see/feel about yourself in one way or another. Any of these may be a signal that it’s time to look beyond yourself to help make sense of your feelings or situation and find some kind of resolution. This is where I may be able to help.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Norfolk
200+
Average cost per session
£50
Counsellors in Norfolk who prioritize treating:
90% | Anxiety |
84% | Depression |
83% | Self Esteem |
81% | Stress |
75% | Relationship Issues |
71% | Trauma and PTSD |
64% | Bereavement |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
66% | Aviva |
56% | AXA PPP |
44% | Bupa |
How Counsellors in Norfolk see their clients
82% | In Person and Online | |
18% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Norfolk?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Most Psychologists in the directory are accredited members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and/or are registered in the Health and Care Professions Council (HPCP).
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in the UK. Psychologists have earned a degree in psychology and many are members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have completed a postgraduate qualification in a specialism. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a psychology degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the BACP or UKCP, they are required to have completed a training course as well as clinical and supervision hours.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the UK could be between £30 - £60 when seeing a counsellor and £60 - £150 and up when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the BACP, the UKCP, or BPS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there has been participation in a criminal act or act of terror, or if there is potential or known harm to the client or others, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.