Parenting Counselling in Liverpool

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Martin Gibbons Couples Therapy
Verified Verified
Liverpool L9
I am a qualified counsellor with 27 years experience. I work exclusively with couples, and only online, unless you live locally. I can help with the dissatisfaction that often seems to follow the initial besotted phase, repetitive conflict, affairs, loss of emotional connection or passion, and sexual issues. I also specialize in parenting problems. Currently you may be thinking the person you found may not be the 'right' one after all, and that there's a mythical perfect partner out there. Your task may well be not to find a new right person to love, but to reconnect with and love the right person you already found.
I am a qualified counsellor with 27 years experience. I work exclusively with couples, and only online, unless you live locally. I can help with the dissatisfaction that often seems to follow the initial besotted phase, repetitive conflict, affairs, loss of emotional connection or passion, and sexual issues. I also specialize in parenting problems. Currently you may be thinking the person you found may not be the 'right' one after all, and that there's a mythical perfect partner out there. Your task may well be not to find a new right person to love, but to reconnect with and love the right person you already found.
0151 317 5025 View 0151 317 5025
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Georgina Harvey
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L23
Waitlist for new clients
I offer family, couples and individual adult or child therapy using a variety of therapeutic approaches including Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, DBT Skills, Attachment Therapy and Parenting Approaches.
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 offer family, couples and individual adult or child therapy using a variety of therapeutic approaches including Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, DBT Skills, Attachment Therapy and Parenting Approaches.
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.
0151 453 6741 View 0151 453 6741
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Deborah Anne Spencer
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L1
Hello, my name is Debbie. Thank you for taking this time to read my profile. This means that you have already taken the first step to improve your Well-being, to be happy & positive, plan & focus on 'your' future. I provide therapy to CYP, Adults & families. Working with presenting issues, such as; anxiety, abuse, bereavement, exploitation, low mood, loss, Parenting & family dynamics, relationship concerns, self harm and many others. I also provide Clinical Supervision to therapists and practitioners.
Hello, my name is Debbie. Thank you for taking this time to read my profile. This means that you have already taken the first step to improve your Well-being, to be happy & positive, plan & focus on 'your' future. I provide therapy to CYP, Adults & families. Working with presenting issues, such as; anxiety, abuse, bereavement, exploitation, low mood, loss, Parenting & family dynamics, relationship concerns, self harm and many others. I also provide Clinical Supervision to therapists and practitioners.
01928 244569 View 01928 244569
Jo Edwards
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liverpool L1
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor. I believe we are all unique and therefore one size doesn't fit all so I will use a range of skills to suit where you are at this time in your life. The skills I use will vary as you move on your journey so the skills I will use will accompany you. I have been working with people 26 years having qualified in 1997 and I am passionate about the work I do. It is gratifying to be part of a person's journey from troubled or stuck to open and free to be themselves.
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor. I believe we are all unique and therefore one size doesn't fit all so I will use a range of skills to suit where you are at this time in your life. The skills I use will vary as you move on your journey so the skills I will use will accompany you. I have been working with people 26 years having qualified in 1997 and I am passionate about the work I do. It is gratifying to be part of a person's journey from troubled or stuck to open and free to be themselves.
01767 667232 View 01767 667232
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Laura Malcolm-Nuttall
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liverpool L17
Are you feeling lost, overwhelmed or at a point in life where you know you need to make a change? Do you need a safe space to explore how you are really feeling with no judgement and an unbiased perspective? Do you need space to clarify your thoughts and feelings?
Are you feeling lost, overwhelmed or at a point in life where you know you need to make a change? Do you need a safe space to explore how you are really feeling with no judgement and an unbiased perspective? Do you need space to clarify your thoughts and feelings?
01923 961620 View 01923 961620
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Just Bee
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Liverpool L4
Finding a counsellor can feel a daunting prospect, especially when feeling at your lowest ebb, navigating life's challenges, difficulties and the painful emotions these can bring. As an integrative therapist I will adapt my therapeutic approach to best suit your needs. I can offer you a safe space to explore these emotions and situations causing you most distress. In developing a trusting therapeutic relationship, we can explore what is impacting your wellbeing most, identify changes you wish to make and set realistic and achievable goals to work towards healing and growth, leaving you feeling empowered, stronger and more confident.
Finding a counsellor can feel a daunting prospect, especially when feeling at your lowest ebb, navigating life's challenges, difficulties and the painful emotions these can bring. As an integrative therapist I will adapt my therapeutic approach to best suit your needs. I can offer you a safe space to explore these emotions and situations causing you most distress. In developing a trusting therapeutic relationship, we can explore what is impacting your wellbeing most, identify changes you wish to make and set realistic and achievable goals to work towards healing and growth, leaving you feeling empowered, stronger and more confident.
0151 453 0170 View 0151 453 0170
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Dr Kate Williams-Markey
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Liverpool L18  (Online Only)
Hello! I work as a Clinical Psychologist part-time in the NHS, and part-time from home. Fundamentally, I enjoy meeting people and working alongside people to help process and understand their experiences. Sometimes our life experiences and difficulties we encounter can feel overwhelming, and we may not know where to start. I can help you start to make sense of your experiences through talking about them and applying a range of therapeutic approaches along the way.
Hello! I work as a Clinical Psychologist part-time in the NHS, and part-time from home. Fundamentally, I enjoy meeting people and working alongside people to help process and understand their experiences. Sometimes our life experiences and difficulties we encounter can feel overwhelming, and we may not know where to start. I can help you start to make sense of your experiences through talking about them and applying a range of therapeutic approaches along the way.
01663 790542 View 01663 790542
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Yogi Buddies Therapies
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Liverpool L12
I am a mental health practitioner in CAMHS, specialising in working therapeutically with children and young people with mental health difficulties including anxiety, depression and behavioural difficulties; often experienced complex trauma and attachment issues. Yogi Buddies aims to make therapy accessible for all children and make therapy child-friendly, not an experience for a child to fear! Yogi Buddies uses a trauma-informed yoga therapy approach (BPS accredited) which is ideal for children who are not able to engage with traditional talking therapies and respond negatively​ to professionals.
I am a mental health practitioner in CAMHS, specialising in working therapeutically with children and young people with mental health difficulties including anxiety, depression and behavioural difficulties; often experienced complex trauma and attachment issues. Yogi Buddies aims to make therapy accessible for all children and make therapy child-friendly, not an experience for a child to fear! Yogi Buddies uses a trauma-informed yoga therapy approach (BPS accredited) which is ideal for children who are not able to engage with traditional talking therapies and respond negatively​ to professionals.
0151 317 4289 View 0151 317 4289
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Emmie Brunskill
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liverpool L12
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.
01767 660959 View 01767 660959
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Bethany Pepper
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liverpool L22  (Online Only)
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.
0151 453 6646 View 0151 453 6646
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Lewis Marston
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Liverpool L19  (Online Only)
I'm Lewis, a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years experience in the NHS and Private Practice. I offer assessment and therapy for people of all ages. I do try to stay away from labels and diagnoses and look to work with you as a person. I will endeavour to meet you where you are at and offer you support that we both agree will be helpful.
I'm Lewis, a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years experience in the NHS and Private Practice. I offer assessment and therapy for people of all ages. I do try to stay away from labels and diagnoses and look to work with you as a person. I will endeavour to meet you where you are at and offer you support that we both agree will be helpful.
01923 961185 View 01923 961185
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Simon Lewis
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liverpool L26  (Online Only)
I am passionate about trauma informed practice: making every effort to understand the impact of people’s lived experiences on their daily lives. My approach is based on psychological formulation, to make sense of what a person is experiencing, and then using a range of integrated approaches to help people to make changes. I care about empowering individuals to live the lives they want to live, and take a very human and empathic approach to working with people's distress.
I am passionate about trauma informed practice: making every effort to understand the impact of people’s lived experiences on their daily lives. My approach is based on psychological formulation, to make sense of what a person is experiencing, and then using a range of integrated approaches to help people to make changes. I care about empowering individuals to live the lives they want to live, and take a very human and empathic approach to working with people's distress.
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Paul McNabb
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L16
Investing in yourself can sometimes feel hard to do, you can always convince yourself that other things or people are more worthy but investing in counselling will be the greatest gift you can give yourself and can change your life. Counselling can be accessed for a number of reasons, something really specific may have happened or you might just have feelings you want to understand more, or behaviours you want to change. Whatever it is, we can explore things together so you can understand yourself better and put steps in place so you can live a more positive, happy and fulfilling life.
Investing in yourself can sometimes feel hard to do, you can always convince yourself that other things or people are more worthy but investing in counselling will be the greatest gift you can give yourself and can change your life. Counselling can be accessed for a number of reasons, something really specific may have happened or you might just have feelings you want to understand more, or behaviours you want to change. Whatever it is, we can explore things together so you can understand yourself better and put steps in place so you can live a more positive, happy and fulfilling life.
0151 453 0720 View 0151 453 0720
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Nick Peterson
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L1
No matter what you're going through, I will hold you in a safe and non-judgemental space where you can explore your issues freely. I will walk alongside you as you get things off your chest, helping you find clarity and balance as you move through things. Being held in this therapeutic environment will give you the space to grow and transform, allowing you to be accepted for who you truly are. Transmutation is at the heart of all my therapeutic work ... in alchemical terms, it is the process of transforming lead into gold, helping you to change from a state of distress and inner conflict to a state of wholeness and authenticity.
No matter what you're going through, I will hold you in a safe and non-judgemental space where you can explore your issues freely. I will walk alongside you as you get things off your chest, helping you find clarity and balance as you move through things. Being held in this therapeutic environment will give you the space to grow and transform, allowing you to be accepted for who you truly are. Transmutation is at the heart of all my therapeutic work ... in alchemical terms, it is the process of transforming lead into gold, helping you to change from a state of distress and inner conflict to a state of wholeness and authenticity.
01767 661164 View 01767 661164
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paula reilly counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L3
Has the time come for you to consider change? Are you ready to take that step? Perhaps you've been affected by a loss, or lifestyle changes which are hard to accept. Sadness or feelings of isolation may be overwhelming right now. Has the pandemic left you feeling out of sorts or a little at sixes and sevens?
Has the time come for you to consider change? Are you ready to take that step? Perhaps you've been affected by a loss, or lifestyle changes which are hard to accept. Sadness or feelings of isolation may be overwhelming right now. Has the pandemic left you feeling out of sorts or a little at sixes and sevens?
01767 669816 View 01767 669816
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The Therapy Corner
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L36  (Online Only)
Hi my name is Lynsey and I am a Registered Mental Health Nurse in which I specialise in child and adolescent mental health. I am BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) Therapist. I have completed the specialised EMDR training for children which enables me to work with children and young people from the age of 2 years old.
Hi my name is Lynsey and I am a Registered Mental Health Nurse in which I specialise in child and adolescent mental health. I am BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) Therapist. I have completed the specialised EMDR training for children which enables me to work with children and young people from the age of 2 years old.
0151 453 4604 View 0151 453 4604
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Moira O'Hara
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Liverpool L1
Having practised as a therapist for twenty years I have had the privilege to work with many creative, resilient, courageous and resourceful people. However, very few felt that way when they first came for therapy. Life can be challenging and we all struggle at times to cope with problems and stressful situations. Different people obviously find different things difficult but what everyone shares are the natural responses of feeling distressed, confused, anxious and lost. Counselling can help you to express your feelings, work through anxiety and confusion and develop positive responses to the challenges you are facing.
Having practised as a therapist for twenty years I have had the privilege to work with many creative, resilient, courageous and resourceful people. However, very few felt that way when they first came for therapy. Life can be challenging and we all struggle at times to cope with problems and stressful situations. Different people obviously find different things difficult but what everyone shares are the natural responses of feeling distressed, confused, anxious and lost. Counselling can help you to express your feelings, work through anxiety and confusion and develop positive responses to the challenges you are facing.
0151 317 2608 View 0151 317 2608
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Michelle Robinson
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L18
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.
01923 961749 View 01923 961749
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jo Forde
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L17
I have been living/working as a therapist for over 25 years and therefore I have met many people and worked with many different types of problems. Central to my experience as a therapist is my focus on “What do they need”? Whether that is immediate, in the session and in life . I try and stand back metaphorically and focus on this question. As a therapist I am a few steps ahead of the client, as the clients comes to therapy because they are stuck. As a therapist I’m not stuck so I essentially help people to become unstuck..whatever that may translate as..relationship with other, self, patterns of behaviour eating, job, finances etc.
I have been living/working as a therapist for over 25 years and therefore I have met many people and worked with many different types of problems. Central to my experience as a therapist is my focus on “What do they need”? Whether that is immediate, in the session and in life . I try and stand back metaphorically and focus on this question. As a therapist I am a few steps ahead of the client, as the clients comes to therapy because they are stuck. As a therapist I’m not stuck so I essentially help people to become unstuck..whatever that may translate as..relationship with other, self, patterns of behaviour eating, job, finances etc.
01923 961879 View 01923 961879
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charles bradshaw
Psychotherapist, PsychD, BACP
Verified Verified
Liverpool L9
My practice as a therapist covers Person centred counseling and CBT. PCC helps you to look at how your feeling, may impact on your day today experiences. CBT helps you to track your thoughts, emotions and behaviours. Both models help you to gain control and learn new skills to reinforce change. They Futher help you to set goals and with the help of mindfulness, helps you to forge new pathways. Mindfulness helps you to make changes in the present moment, addiction, phobias, anxiety and depression, OCD. Therapy is always about what you would like to change in the future. PCC and CBT help you to see your new change and what fits.
My practice as a therapist covers Person centred counseling and CBT. PCC helps you to look at how your feeling, may impact on your day today experiences. CBT helps you to track your thoughts, emotions and behaviours. Both models help you to gain control and learn new skills to reinforce change. They Futher help you to set goals and with the help of mindfulness, helps you to forge new pathways. Mindfulness helps you to make changes in the present moment, addiction, phobias, anxiety and depression, OCD. Therapy is always about what you would like to change in the future. PCC and CBT help you to see your new change and what fits.
0161 524 6746 View 0161 524 6746

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Parenting Counsellors

What does therapy for parenting look like?

Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?

When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?

Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?

Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.