Female Counselling in Pickering, ENG

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Ella Lazenby
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pickering YO18
Hi, I am Ella, before I tell you a bit about me, I would like to acknowledge the important step you have taken to find a counsellor. I appreciate that coming to counselling can feel like a really daunting, anxious thing to do which can create a barrier to accessing help sometimes, that’s why it’s important to take your time to find the right counsellor for you.
Hi, I am Ella, before I tell you a bit about me, I would like to acknowledge the important step you have taken to find a counsellor. I appreciate that coming to counselling can feel like a really daunting, anxious thing to do which can create a barrier to accessing help sometimes, that’s why it’s important to take your time to find the right counsellor for you.
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Instinctive Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Pickering YO18
I specialise in women's issues and my aim to help you find your inner empowerment, strength and resilience.
Do you struggle with low self-esteem, anxiety, insecurity, feeling overwhelmed or a challenging relationship? Are you finding it difficult being a new mum, going through the menopause, recovering from abuse or moving past trauma? Have you lost your sense of self? Perhaps you find yourself always putting others first, never saying ‘no’ and feeling like your opinions/desires are not important? Do any of these struggles affect your daily life, relationships and enjoyment, and you wonder if life is always going to feel this hard? But it is possible to live your life in a happier, more positive way. Life won’t always feel this hard.
I specialise in women's issues and my aim to help you find your inner empowerment, strength and resilience.
Do you struggle with low self-esteem, anxiety, insecurity, feeling overwhelmed or a challenging relationship? Are you finding it difficult being a new mum, going through the menopause, recovering from abuse or moving past trauma? Have you lost your sense of self? Perhaps you find yourself always putting others first, never saying ‘no’ and feeling like your opinions/desires are not important? Do any of these struggles affect your daily life, relationships and enjoyment, and you wonder if life is always going to feel this hard? But it is possible to live your life in a happier, more positive way. Life won’t always feel this hard.
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Kay Farquharson
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Pickering YO18
Hello and thank you for checking my details. I am an experienced Doctoral Psychologist working regularly in Ryedale and area with anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating & body concerns, bereavement, loss and trauma, (including childhood issues). I have additional training, experience and working knowledge in both trauma and all forms of dissociation. Psychological therapy is a highly effective means of dealing with emotional issues and my work is dedicated to offering a professional, confidential service, helping people to deal with problems and gain the insight needed to build healthier more fulfilling lives.
Hello and thank you for checking my details. I am an experienced Doctoral Psychologist working regularly in Ryedale and area with anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating & body concerns, bereavement, loss and trauma, (including childhood issues). I have additional training, experience and working knowledge in both trauma and all forms of dissociation. Psychological therapy is a highly effective means of dealing with emotional issues and my work is dedicated to offering a professional, confidential service, helping people to deal with problems and gain the insight needed to build healthier more fulfilling lives.
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Nina Dowdeswell
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Pickering YO18
Hello. In this busy, hectic world we all need the time and space to stop and check-in on ourselves and our mental well-being. As a qualified counsellor I would like to offer you that safe, non-judgemental space to figure out a way forward in your world. Whether it is trauma from your past, relationship issues, grief, or finding yourself struggling with the here and now, I would like to enable you to find your own solutions, with empathy and compassion.
Hello. In this busy, hectic world we all need the time and space to stop and check-in on ourselves and our mental well-being. As a qualified counsellor I would like to offer you that safe, non-judgemental space to figure out a way forward in your world. Whether it is trauma from your past, relationship issues, grief, or finding yourself struggling with the here and now, I would like to enable you to find your own solutions, with empathy and compassion.
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Sue Rourke
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Pickering YO18
I am an experienced couples and individuals counsellor. If you are reading this, I imagine you are experiencing some difficult issues in your life. It may be life has recently changed, new challenges have appeared, or you may have always felt life was difficult, and you need to explore issues that are causing you pain and making you feel unhappy. It takes great strength to realise that life’s issues are becoming overwhelming, and together, we can explore your situation and help you understand yourself. I do an immense amount of work with couples regarding relationship issues and goals as well.
I am an experienced couples and individuals counsellor. If you are reading this, I imagine you are experiencing some difficult issues in your life. It may be life has recently changed, new challenges have appeared, or you may have always felt life was difficult, and you need to explore issues that are causing you pain and making you feel unhappy. It takes great strength to realise that life’s issues are becoming overwhelming, and together, we can explore your situation and help you understand yourself. I do an immense amount of work with couples regarding relationship issues and goals as well.
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Sheron Veail
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Pickering YO18
Sometimes we all need a little help, juggling the pressures responsibilities of work, families and relationships. Are you looking for someone to help you understand your anxiety or depression. I work as a Person Centred Counsellor/Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. I work with depression, bereavement, general anxiety disorder (GAD) relationship issues, children (bullying/self-harm) and anxiety. Counselling can help alleviate some of the most distressing symptoms that people feel and allow you to see things from a different perspective. Therapy can help start this process of developing insight and self-awareness about your situation.
Sometimes we all need a little help, juggling the pressures responsibilities of work, families and relationships. Are you looking for someone to help you understand your anxiety or depression. I work as a Person Centred Counsellor/Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. I work with depression, bereavement, general anxiety disorder (GAD) relationship issues, children (bullying/self-harm) and anxiety. Counselling can help alleviate some of the most distressing symptoms that people feel and allow you to see things from a different perspective. Therapy can help start this process of developing insight and self-awareness about your situation.
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Counselling by Jane & Animal Assisted Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Pickering YO18
I am a Senior Accredited Counsellor. By talking & exploring your thoughts & feelings, you will discover underlying issues and discover strategies and new ways to cope & manage better. Therapy will help you gain a true sense of self & discover your potential. Any negative experiences or self-doubts you have, we will work through together so you overcome & find a more positive direction. Therapy will empower you to take control of your life. Therapy pets are available to sit with you throughout your sessions. I’m trained in Rewind Therapy for trauma. I hold a Certificate & Diploma in Supervision should any therapists require support.
I am a Senior Accredited Counsellor. By talking & exploring your thoughts & feelings, you will discover underlying issues and discover strategies and new ways to cope & manage better. Therapy will help you gain a true sense of self & discover your potential. Any negative experiences or self-doubts you have, we will work through together so you overcome & find a more positive direction. Therapy will empower you to take control of your life. Therapy pets are available to sit with you throughout your sessions. I’m trained in Rewind Therapy for trauma. I hold a Certificate & Diploma in Supervision should any therapists require support.
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Carolyn Knaggs
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Pickering YO18
The aim of sessions is to work towards an understanding of the challenges you face and the changes you wish to make. During sessions, you will be the focus of our attentions and I will value you without judgement, as a unique person, an equal. Having been in counselling myself, I have an understanding of the process. It can be a daunting prospect, and I will support you in that journey. I have listed many specialities and whilst I do have experience of working with them, I believe there is more to you than a "diagnosis" or an "issue" so the focus is on you the whole person, and whatever you choose to bring. NOTE - OVER 18'S ONLY
The aim of sessions is to work towards an understanding of the challenges you face and the changes you wish to make. During sessions, you will be the focus of our attentions and I will value you without judgement, as a unique person, an equal. Having been in counselling myself, I have an understanding of the process. It can be a daunting prospect, and I will support you in that journey. I have listed many specialities and whilst I do have experience of working with them, I believe there is more to you than a "diagnosis" or an "issue" so the focus is on you the whole person, and whatever you choose to bring. NOTE - OVER 18'S ONLY
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Lucy Lowe
Psychotherapist, MA, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
Malton YO17
Hi, my name is Lucy. I work with long- and short-term clients dealing with a range of complex mental health problems. There is a myriad of reasons you might be seeking out therapy; Anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, relationship issues – or perhaps you’re not sure what the problem is, you just know that you’re unfulfilled and unhappy.
Hi, my name is Lucy. I work with long- and short-term clients dealing with a range of complex mental health problems. There is a myriad of reasons you might be seeking out therapy; Anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, relationship issues – or perhaps you’re not sure what the problem is, you just know that you’re unfulfilled and unhappy.
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Stella Richardson
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Malton YO17
Hello, Are you struggling with difficult emotions, repeating patterns in relationships or problematic behaviours? Maybe you've had painful or traumatic experiences...you've tried really hard to resolve things yourself but nothing seems to be working? Perhaps everything is getting on top of you and now you really want to find new ways to cope? Maybe you just want to be able to get on with the business of living your life, your way, whilst feeling at ease with yourself and comfortable in your own skin? If so, I'm so glad you are here seeking professional help and support. Please read on to find out how I may be able to help you.
Hello, Are you struggling with difficult emotions, repeating patterns in relationships or problematic behaviours? Maybe you've had painful or traumatic experiences...you've tried really hard to resolve things yourself but nothing seems to be working? Perhaps everything is getting on top of you and now you really want to find new ways to cope? Maybe you just want to be able to get on with the business of living your life, your way, whilst feeling at ease with yourself and comfortable in your own skin? If so, I'm so glad you are here seeking professional help and support. Please read on to find out how I may be able to help you.
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Lisa Hoggarth
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Malton YO17
I am available for Face to Face counselling in Pocklington, where there is a car park and also on street parking. Please contact me to arrange a free initial telephone conversation. You will be warmly welcomed.
I am available for Face to Face counselling in Pocklington, where there is a car park and also on street parking. Please contact me to arrange a free initial telephone conversation. You will be warmly welcomed.
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Photo of Juliet D Bloom, MBACP Accred, Psychotherapist
Juliet D Bloom
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Malton YO17
Maybe the journey isn't about becoming anything. Maybe it's about unbecoming everything that isn't really you, so you can be who you were meant to be all along. Our lives present unique challenges – relationship difficulties, bereavements, life transitions, & chronic symptoms - often creating feelings of frustration, anxiety, & sadness. At such times it is easy to forget that we all need assistance in addressing these challenges, especially as they can often feel overwhelming, or even impossible, to deal with. We all deserve to have support when we are struggling, & often it is specifically this support that allows change to occur.
Maybe the journey isn't about becoming anything. Maybe it's about unbecoming everything that isn't really you, so you can be who you were meant to be all along. Our lives present unique challenges – relationship difficulties, bereavements, life transitions, & chronic symptoms - often creating feelings of frustration, anxiety, & sadness. At such times it is easy to forget that we all need assistance in addressing these challenges, especially as they can often feel overwhelming, or even impossible, to deal with. We all deserve to have support when we are struggling, & often it is specifically this support that allows change to occur.
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Maya Askari
Counsellor, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
Kirkbymoorside YO62
Do you feel stuck in life, struggling with feelings of emptiness or sadness? Maybe you are seeking more in life, feeling deep within, even if you can't bring yourself to believe it, that you are more than you are currently expressing. Perhaps you feel trapped in the roles you live. Or maybe you are undergoing a spiritual awakening. I would love to work with you to explore your unique path in life to hold a space for you to discover the fullness of who you are. As a psychotherapist in training I offer low cost therapy both in person and online.
Do you feel stuck in life, struggling with feelings of emptiness or sadness? Maybe you are seeking more in life, feeling deep within, even if you can't bring yourself to believe it, that you are more than you are currently expressing. Perhaps you feel trapped in the roles you live. Or maybe you are undergoing a spiritual awakening. I would love to work with you to explore your unique path in life to hold a space for you to discover the fullness of who you are. As a psychotherapist in training I offer low cost therapy both in person and online.
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North Yorkshire Therapy
Counsellor, MSc, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Malton YO17
I am a qualified Counsellor and Psychosexual Therapist based in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. I am a member of the National Counselling Society and The College of Sex and Relationship Therapist. I am fully insured and undertake regular clinical supervision. As a counsellor I have worked at length with individuals with anxiety issues, low mood and depression. I have worked extensively with children and young people in challenging environments, finding ways to overcome difficulties with family life, removing barriers to education and goal setting.
I am a qualified Counsellor and Psychosexual Therapist based in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. I am a member of the National Counselling Society and The College of Sex and Relationship Therapist. I am fully insured and undertake regular clinical supervision. As a counsellor I have worked at length with individuals with anxiety issues, low mood and depression. I have worked extensively with children and young people in challenging environments, finding ways to overcome difficulties with family life, removing barriers to education and goal setting.
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Catherine Beal
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Malton YO17
A very warm welcome, I have person centred counselling and psychotherapy sessions available within a week. I’m interested in what you need? Do you need to express what’s happening for you? Do you need some support to manage your thoughts and feelings? Life can be tough at times, are you feeling angry, sad, lonely, anxious, depressed, stressed, overwhelmed? Do you need to seek a way forward? I aim to offer a therapeutic relationship through a compassionate connection. I provide a non judgmental environment, free from evaluation. Whatever your facing, I will do my very best to support you, so that you don’t have to face things alone.
A very warm welcome, I have person centred counselling and psychotherapy sessions available within a week. I’m interested in what you need? Do you need to express what’s happening for you? Do you need some support to manage your thoughts and feelings? Life can be tough at times, are you feeling angry, sad, lonely, anxious, depressed, stressed, overwhelmed? Do you need to seek a way forward? I aim to offer a therapeutic relationship through a compassionate connection. I provide a non judgmental environment, free from evaluation. Whatever your facing, I will do my very best to support you, so that you don’t have to face things alone.
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Laura Jaine Day
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Malton YO17
Hello, I'm Laura Day- I am an Art Psychotherapist supporting individuals who want to explore and heal using creative expression. I'm also a trained talking therapist, offering a safe, non-judgmental space to process emotions, navigate challenges, and explore self-understanding through conversation or creative methods. Whether it is working creatively or through conversation I can provide a space where you can explore anxiety, depression, trauma or grief. My role is to encourage, challenge and support you through your journey and ensure that your unique voice is heard.
Hello, I'm Laura Day- I am an Art Psychotherapist supporting individuals who want to explore and heal using creative expression. I'm also a trained talking therapist, offering a safe, non-judgmental space to process emotions, navigate challenges, and explore self-understanding through conversation or creative methods. Whether it is working creatively or through conversation I can provide a space where you can explore anxiety, depression, trauma or grief. My role is to encourage, challenge and support you through your journey and ensure that your unique voice is heard.
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Photo of Claire Eve Morrish, PsychD, CPsychol, Psychologist
Claire Eve Morrish
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Malton YO17
Waitlist for new clients
You may be seeking help for a number of reasons: You may be feeling unhappy or angry without understanding why; you may be feeling anxious or depressed; you may be experiencing mood swings which are difficult to manage; you may be experiencing hallucinations. Whatever your problem, you are in distress and looking for help in restoring your sense of well-being. As a Clinical Psychologist, trained in a variety of different therapeutic modalities, I will explore with you the reasons for your distress, and agree a programme of treatment adapted to your particular needs.
You may be seeking help for a number of reasons: You may be feeling unhappy or angry without understanding why; you may be feeling anxious or depressed; you may be experiencing mood swings which are difficult to manage; you may be experiencing hallucinations. Whatever your problem, you are in distress and looking for help in restoring your sense of well-being. As a Clinical Psychologist, trained in a variety of different therapeutic modalities, I will explore with you the reasons for your distress, and agree a programme of treatment adapted to your particular needs.
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Hannah Beech Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Malton YO17  (Online Only)
Do you ever wonder what it would be like to feel truly secure within yourself and your relationships? I specialise in working with clients in their 20’s and 30’s around areas of attachment, relationships, trauma and emotion regulation. You already have the abilities to make meaningful, long-lasting changes in your life, and I am passionate about helping people like you to learn more about yourself and your experiences, to feel confident in moving forwards from whatever it is that is holding you back. I can help you to build emotional resilience, deepen your connections with yourself and others, and live more intentionally.
Do you ever wonder what it would be like to feel truly secure within yourself and your relationships? I specialise in working with clients in their 20’s and 30’s around areas of attachment, relationships, trauma and emotion regulation. You already have the abilities to make meaningful, long-lasting changes in your life, and I am passionate about helping people like you to learn more about yourself and your experiences, to feel confident in moving forwards from whatever it is that is holding you back. I can help you to build emotional resilience, deepen your connections with yourself and others, and live more intentionally.
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Sue Morris
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Malton YO17
Life can be hard at times. We can experience loss, changes in our health, family circumstances or work life. Maybe our relationships are not fulfilling our needs and we do not know how to change things. At times, we don’t feel good about ourselves, we lose confidence in our ability to cope with life or maybe we feel impacted by past experiences or held back through feelings of anger, shame or guilt. Sometimes we don’t know what’s wrong, but we just know something isn’t right. I can help you explore what is going on for you by giving you a supportive space to talk and be heard.
Life can be hard at times. We can experience loss, changes in our health, family circumstances or work life. Maybe our relationships are not fulfilling our needs and we do not know how to change things. At times, we don’t feel good about ourselves, we lose confidence in our ability to cope with life or maybe we feel impacted by past experiences or held back through feelings of anger, shame or guilt. Sometimes we don’t know what’s wrong, but we just know something isn’t right. I can help you explore what is going on for you by giving you a supportive space to talk and be heard.
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Counselling by the Sea
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Malton YO17  (Online Only)
I have worked for Phoenix Health and Wellbeing in Leeds, as a Specialist Counsellor for MS-UK and a Volunteer Counsellor at SARSVL, a women’s rape and sexual violence support charity based in Leeds.
Sometimes life can become too overwhelming because of difficult events or relationships, both old or current. You may be struggling with anxious feelings or have become stuck in unhelpful behaviours as you try to manage your world. This can become a lonely and disempowering place. People come to therapy because they recognise these thoughts or strategies are limiting their lives. My work is humanistic in approach with a person-centred focus; this means that I will listen and value what you share and not be judgemental or directive. I build empathic therapeutic relationships that enable you to feel safe to share your emotions.
I have worked for Phoenix Health and Wellbeing in Leeds, as a Specialist Counsellor for MS-UK and a Volunteer Counsellor at SARSVL, a women’s rape and sexual violence support charity based in Leeds.
Sometimes life can become too overwhelming because of difficult events or relationships, both old or current. You may be struggling with anxious feelings or have become stuck in unhelpful behaviours as you try to manage your world. This can become a lonely and disempowering place. People come to therapy because they recognise these thoughts or strategies are limiting their lives. My work is humanistic in approach with a person-centred focus; this means that I will listen and value what you share and not be judgemental or directive. I build empathic therapeutic relationships that enable you to feel safe to share your emotions.
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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.