Chronic Illness Counselling in Northampton

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Dr Carly Carter
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Northampton NN2
Hello, my name is Carly, I am a senior Clinical Psychologist offering specialist psychological therapy services for adults and young adults (17+ years old) and couples. I have extensive experience supporting individuals experiencing a range of challenges that typically include; anxiety, low mood, stress/burn-out, difficulty regulating emotions, self-criticism and traumatic experiences, difficulties adjusting to living with a physical health condition, difficulties living with the psychological impact of fatigue and pain. I am always happy to discuss any difficulties you may be experiencing to see if I can help.
Hello, my name is Carly, I am a senior Clinical Psychologist offering specialist psychological therapy services for adults and young adults (17+ years old) and couples. I have extensive experience supporting individuals experiencing a range of challenges that typically include; anxiety, low mood, stress/burn-out, difficulty regulating emotions, self-criticism and traumatic experiences, difficulties adjusting to living with a physical health condition, difficulties living with the psychological impact of fatigue and pain. I am always happy to discuss any difficulties you may be experiencing to see if I can help.
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Dr Lauren Patton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton NN6
I'm Lauren, a Doctor of Clinical Psychology. I'm here to listen and understand what you are going through, in a warm, friendly atmosphere. Whether you're an adult, teenager or child, I can work with you to help positively change your life in a way that's meaningful to you. We can focus on issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, stress, relationships, emotional difficulties or living with a medical condition. Therapy isn't always about focusing on difficulties either, talking on a regular basis can be helpful to process, understand and change any area of your life.
I'm Lauren, a Doctor of Clinical Psychology. I'm here to listen and understand what you are going through, in a warm, friendly atmosphere. Whether you're an adult, teenager or child, I can work with you to help positively change your life in a way that's meaningful to you. We can focus on issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, stress, relationships, emotional difficulties or living with a medical condition. Therapy isn't always about focusing on difficulties either, talking on a regular basis can be helpful to process, understand and change any area of your life.
01604 279267 View 01604 279267
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Sara Austin
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Northampton NN7
Choosing to have counselling is an important decision and deciding who to work with even more so. It is important you feel your therapist is the ‘right one’ for you - that you will feel safe and able to trust them and their work. I have worked with a wide variety of clients and helped people work though issues such as bereavement, anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, trauma and relationship problems. I understand what it is to feel swamped by life and the struggles it can entail and I have many hours of experience helping others navigate a safe path through their issues. I am committed to helping you make the changes you desire.
Choosing to have counselling is an important decision and deciding who to work with even more so. It is important you feel your therapist is the ‘right one’ for you - that you will feel safe and able to trust them and their work. I have worked with a wide variety of clients and helped people work though issues such as bereavement, anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, trauma and relationship problems. I understand what it is to feel swamped by life and the struggles it can entail and I have many hours of experience helping others navigate a safe path through their issues. I am committed to helping you make the changes you desire.
01234 860962 View 01234 860962
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the therapy room
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Northampton NN3
At The Therapy Room, we want to help you to get back to good. A Northamptonshire-based practice, we offer psychotherapy for men, women, couples and families of all ages. Fully qualified (NCS &BACP) professional support for therapists as a Supervisor.
At The Therapy Room, we want to help you to get back to good. A Northamptonshire-based practice, we offer psychotherapy for men, women, couples and families of all ages. Fully qualified (NCS &BACP) professional support for therapists as a Supervisor.
01406 430998 View 01406 430998
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Colin Brown
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton NN3
Stressed? Anxious? Generally feeling low? Talking can change your life. It is a bold statement but when you have the right person that is listening, it can be a real game changer. No issue or worry is ever unworthy of therapy and you should never feel alone or like you have no one to talk to. Each individual has problems that are relative to their own life and therefore my Therapy is not just a 'one size fits all' model. Using my professional experience, coupled with my passion and empathy, every person is treated as an individual from within a space that is safe, secure and totally free of all judgement and stigma.
Stressed? Anxious? Generally feeling low? Talking can change your life. It is a bold statement but when you have the right person that is listening, it can be a real game changer. No issue or worry is ever unworthy of therapy and you should never feel alone or like you have no one to talk to. Each individual has problems that are relative to their own life and therefore my Therapy is not just a 'one size fits all' model. Using my professional experience, coupled with my passion and empathy, every person is treated as an individual from within a space that is safe, secure and totally free of all judgement and stigma.
01604 343277 View 01604 343277
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Nisha Tanna
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Occup. Psych.
Verified Verified
Northampton NN4
Hi, I'm Nisha, a Psychologist in Northampton. I’ve dedicated myself to working with children and adults with a range of emotional, behavioural, and learning challenges - over the last 20 years. I help those I work with to break habitual negative thought and behavioural patterns that no longer serve them. My goal is to support those with mental health concerns to reframe their life situation and to live the best version of their lives possible. I offer diagnostics assessments for dyslexia, dyscalculia, and Irlen Syndrome, sound healing, and a vast range of psychological therapies. These include EFT, EMDR, CBT, guided visualisation.
Hi, I'm Nisha, a Psychologist in Northampton. I’ve dedicated myself to working with children and adults with a range of emotional, behavioural, and learning challenges - over the last 20 years. I help those I work with to break habitual negative thought and behavioural patterns that no longer serve them. My goal is to support those with mental health concerns to reframe their life situation and to live the best version of their lives possible. I offer diagnostics assessments for dyslexia, dyscalculia, and Irlen Syndrome, sound healing, and a vast range of psychological therapies. These include EFT, EMDR, CBT, guided visualisation.
01604 279237 View 01604 279237
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Dee Galliano
Psychotherapist, BPC
Verified Verified
Northampton NN1
There are times when we need to speak to someone outside our circle of family and friends. Psychotherapy offers you a space to explore what has brought you to this place. I am a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist and Parent-Infant Psychotherapist, working in private practice in Northampton and London W1. I work with adults and with parents and infants, from conception to two years of age. I am interested in the impact of early relational difficulties and trauma on how our later relationships are shaped and how these ways of being play out in our lives.
There are times when we need to speak to someone outside our circle of family and friends. Psychotherapy offers you a space to explore what has brought you to this place. I am a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist and Parent-Infant Psychotherapist, working in private practice in Northampton and London W1. I work with adults and with parents and infants, from conception to two years of age. I am interested in the impact of early relational difficulties and trauma on how our later relationships are shaped and how these ways of being play out in our lives.
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Coral Sabrina Taylor
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton NN2  (Online Only)
Hey there! Welcome. How are you? Sometimes there are too many words and sometimes there are no words. Sometimes it’s just a feeling on the inside or a weight on the outside. Or maybe it is more identifiable for you... Perhaps you're stressed at work? Feeling lost in life? Going through big changes? Not feeling yourself? Struggling with your identity, sexuality, health, or relationships? Dealing with painful life events? Whatever it feels like for you, whether you can explain the feeling or not, I'm here for you and I'm ready to listen and you will be heard. You deserve to be heard. You deserve to be happy.
Hey there! Welcome. How are you? Sometimes there are too many words and sometimes there are no words. Sometimes it’s just a feeling on the inside or a weight on the outside. Or maybe it is more identifiable for you... Perhaps you're stressed at work? Feeling lost in life? Going through big changes? Not feeling yourself? Struggling with your identity, sexuality, health, or relationships? Dealing with painful life events? Whatever it feels like for you, whether you can explain the feeling or not, I'm here for you and I'm ready to listen and you will be heard. You deserve to be heard. You deserve to be happy.
01604 279152 View 01604 279152
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Darren Clayson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Northampton NN3
My goal is to help you experience the life-change you're looking for. This could be lower levels of distress, depression or anxiety. Or maybe you just feel your life lacks meaning right now. You want to change your future and find new direction. I help all kinds of people with all kinds of issues and you should never think that what you're feeling is unworthy of therapy. If you're looking at this site and feeling you need help, you have made the right decision and have made the first step toward realising the change in your life that you long for.
My goal is to help you experience the life-change you're looking for. This could be lower levels of distress, depression or anxiety. Or maybe you just feel your life lacks meaning right now. You want to change your future and find new direction. I help all kinds of people with all kinds of issues and you should never think that what you're feeling is unworthy of therapy. If you're looking at this site and feeling you need help, you have made the right decision and have made the first step toward realising the change in your life that you long for.
07716 642575 View 07716 642575
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Claire L Newman
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Northampton NN3
Welcome, you may be looking for a therapist, counsellor or coach to address a specific issue, perhaps an experience that is impacting you now, or there may be a general feeling that something is not quite right. Therapy and counselling help you discover the real you, creating awareness, acknowledging and dealing with repressed feelings and getting in touch with your innate self-worth. Which, in turn, promotes personal autonomy and the resilience to deal with life's challenges. Life coaching clears unconscious patterns and beliefs and helps you to set and action goals to move towards living a fulfilling and nourishing life.
Welcome, you may be looking for a therapist, counsellor or coach to address a specific issue, perhaps an experience that is impacting you now, or there may be a general feeling that something is not quite right. Therapy and counselling help you discover the real you, creating awareness, acknowledging and dealing with repressed feelings and getting in touch with your innate self-worth. Which, in turn, promotes personal autonomy and the resilience to deal with life's challenges. Life coaching clears unconscious patterns and beliefs and helps you to set and action goals to move towards living a fulfilling and nourishing life.
01604 954296 View 01604 954296
Photo of Dr Niollie Brown, HCPC - Clin. Psych., Psychologist
Dr Niollie Brown
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Northampton NN4  (Online Only)
I am a clinical psychologist with experience working in a range of settings in the NHS, which include community, outpatient, inpatient and forensic mental health services. I completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2011 at the University of East London. I am also a family therapist and completed my MSc in Systemic and Family Psychotherapy in 2016 at the Institute of Family Therapy/University of Bedfordshire. Throughout my career I have worked with people of all ages but, more recently, mainly work with adults and older adults.
I am a clinical psychologist with experience working in a range of settings in the NHS, which include community, outpatient, inpatient and forensic mental health services. I completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2011 at the University of East London. I am also a family therapist and completed my MSc in Systemic and Family Psychotherapy in 2016 at the Institute of Family Therapy/University of Bedfordshire. Throughout my career I have worked with people of all ages but, more recently, mainly work with adults and older adults.
01604 279770 View 01604 279770
Photo of Rita Thaper - Heal with Therapy, MBACP, Counsellor
Heal with Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Northampton NN5
My name is Rita and I am a caring, fully qualified and experienced "Person Centred" Counsellor and therapist who is passionate about helping people make sense of their feelings and what is happening in their life. I offer adults face to face and online counselling and therapy in Northampton. The Person-Centred Approach fits my own philosophy as it has at its very core, an unshakable belief that all people are good. Person-Centred counselling believes that each and every person can, and will, become a more fully functioning person if given the correct conditions. The underpinning principles of the Person-Centred Approach are
My name is Rita and I am a caring, fully qualified and experienced "Person Centred" Counsellor and therapist who is passionate about helping people make sense of their feelings and what is happening in their life. I offer adults face to face and online counselling and therapy in Northampton. The Person-Centred Approach fits my own philosophy as it has at its very core, an unshakable belief that all people are good. Person-Centred counselling believes that each and every person can, and will, become a more fully functioning person if given the correct conditions. The underpinning principles of the Person-Centred Approach are
01536 907783 View 01536 907783
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Gayton Lodge Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northampton NN7
I'm Rebecca! Passionate about supporting Young People and Adults, through their darkest days. Sitting alongside you and supporting you on your life journey whatever that may bring, aiming to help you Introduce some colour, difference, change, or peace. I am an integrative counsellor so I can match my approach to meet your counselling needs. The Client/Counsellor relationship is paramount to my practice. I offer face to face sessions from my Lodge near Towcester, Northamptonshire, or remote sessions UK wide. I also specialise in Grief/Bereavement Counselling. Feel free to call or e-mail with any question;happy to mentor CYP Students
I'm Rebecca! Passionate about supporting Young People and Adults, through their darkest days. Sitting alongside you and supporting you on your life journey whatever that may bring, aiming to help you Introduce some colour, difference, change, or peace. I am an integrative counsellor so I can match my approach to meet your counselling needs. The Client/Counsellor relationship is paramount to my practice. I offer face to face sessions from my Lodge near Towcester, Northamptonshire, or remote sessions UK wide. I also specialise in Grief/Bereavement Counselling. Feel free to call or e-mail with any question;happy to mentor CYP Students
01908 103729 View 01908 103729
Photo of Nikki Roberts - Know Your Own Mind, MNCPS Acc., Counsellor
Know Your Own Mind
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton NN5
You have taken an important step by seeking help. Whether you have experienced childhood abuse, domestic abuse, a serious accident, PTSD, loss, chronic pain, a newly diagnosed condition, personality disorder, ADHD, or ASD, I am here to help you navigate the challenges you face. I provide a supportive and confidential space where you can express your thoughts and concerns. My goal is to offer you the compassion and time you need to guide you on your journey to personal well-being, not to just exist but to start living. Please feel free to share with me how I can support you, as I am here to listen and ensure that you feel understood.
You have taken an important step by seeking help. Whether you have experienced childhood abuse, domestic abuse, a serious accident, PTSD, loss, chronic pain, a newly diagnosed condition, personality disorder, ADHD, or ASD, I am here to help you navigate the challenges you face. I provide a supportive and confidential space where you can express your thoughts and concerns. My goal is to offer you the compassion and time you need to guide you on your journey to personal well-being, not to just exist but to start living. Please feel free to share with me how I can support you, as I am here to listen and ensure that you feel understood.
07507 176719 View 07507 176719
Photo of Linda Harris, MSc, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Linda Harris
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northampton NN4
I have been working within the field of mental health for almost 30 years, predominantly within the NHS, and have a wealth of training and experience. I provide both long and short term counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and couples, and work to an exceptional standard of confidentiality. I work with a variety of problems and issues such as anxiety, depression, childhood trauma and relationship difficulties. However, if you'd like to discuss what is troubling you, you are very welcome to call or e-mail me before committing to making an appointment.
I have been working within the field of mental health for almost 30 years, predominantly within the NHS, and have a wealth of training and experience. I provide both long and short term counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and couples, and work to an exceptional standard of confidentiality. I work with a variety of problems and issues such as anxiety, depression, childhood trauma and relationship difficulties. However, if you'd like to discuss what is troubling you, you are very welcome to call or e-mail me before committing to making an appointment.
01933 426197 View 01933 426197
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Bryn Higgott
Psychotherapist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Northampton NN1
Everyone has a way of looking at the world, its events, and their place in it that is personal to them. Consequently, there is no one size fits all in therapeutic approach. Psychotherapy can be a powerful, life changing experience in the right hands. It focuses on understanding how you see the world and interpret the life you have, and want. Good mental health affects so many aspects of life. For example studies on the interaction between the mind, nervous system and the immune system illustrate that there is a connection between relieving stress and related immune processes.
Everyone has a way of looking at the world, its events, and their place in it that is personal to them. Consequently, there is no one size fits all in therapeutic approach. Psychotherapy can be a powerful, life changing experience in the right hands. It focuses on understanding how you see the world and interpret the life you have, and want. Good mental health affects so many aspects of life. For example studies on the interaction between the mind, nervous system and the immune system illustrate that there is a connection between relieving stress and related immune processes.
01933 829074 View 01933 829074
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Mellissa Hamley
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northampton NN1  (Online Only)
Sometimes we can spend a lot of time overthinking everything, and worrying about what others think about us. Maybe you feel like you have to mask, or hide the real you, as a way of coping. By the end of the day, it can leave you feeling tired and overwhelmed, with little energy for anything, or anyone else.
Sometimes we can spend a lot of time overthinking everything, and worrying about what others think about us. Maybe you feel like you have to mask, or hide the real you, as a way of coping. By the end of the day, it can leave you feeling tired and overwhelmed, with little energy for anything, or anyone else.
01536 903931 View 01536 903931
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Phoenixs Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Northampton NN1
Phoenixs Counselling is here to support you through all of lives ups & downs, whether its exam stress or the loss of a loved one, I am here to support you through these times. I have lived experience of neurodiversity & as a peadiatric nurse I have supported young people & their families in a variety of different ways.
Phoenixs Counselling is here to support you through all of lives ups & downs, whether its exam stress or the loss of a loved one, I am here to support you through these times. I have lived experience of neurodiversity & as a peadiatric nurse I have supported young people & their families in a variety of different ways.
01536 907973 View 01536 907973
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Asha Weir
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Northampton NN7
I am a psychologist and counsellor who has spent a very rewarding 19 years building my practice in the beautiful city of Milton Keynes, helping men and women, teenagers and children, couples and families. I deal with a wide variety of issues and situations including couples therapy, relationship counselling, depression, anxiety and panic attacks, stress management, confidence building, teenage and child behaviours, and bullying in the workplace.
I am a psychologist and counsellor who has spent a very rewarding 19 years building my practice in the beautiful city of Milton Keynes, helping men and women, teenagers and children, couples and families. I deal with a wide variety of issues and situations including couples therapy, relationship counselling, depression, anxiety and panic attacks, stress management, confidence building, teenage and child behaviours, and bullying in the workplace.
01908 082329 View 01908 082329
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Anh Huntington
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Northampton NN1
I offer counselling for individuals and I am also a certified Imago relationship therapist, trained to work with couples and family members. I offer you a safe, confidential space to explore those difficult moments in your life. My work reflects three core beliefs: Being genuine, so you can successfully explore the issues that have brought you to seek help. Being accepting and empathic, giving you the opportunity to increase your self-understanding. Providing a non-judgmental and safe place to share your experiences as we work together. I am warm and understanding towards others. I am also a broad-minded Counsellor.
I offer counselling for individuals and I am also a certified Imago relationship therapist, trained to work with couples and family members. I offer you a safe, confidential space to explore those difficult moments in your life. My work reflects three core beliefs: Being genuine, so you can successfully explore the issues that have brought you to seek help. Being accepting and empathic, giving you the opportunity to increase your self-understanding. Providing a non-judgmental and safe place to share your experiences as we work together. I am warm and understanding towards others. I am also a broad-minded Counsellor.
01788 227951 View 01788 227951
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Chronic Illness Counsellors

How does therapy for chronic illness work?

Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.

Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?

Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.

What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?

No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.

How long does therapy for chronic illness take?

There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.