Counselling in Northern Ireland
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MJR Cognitive Behavioural Therapist Services (CBT)
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Newtownabbey BT36 (Online Only)
Acknowledging that something doesn't feel quite right and that we may need help and support can be very challenging for us to accept. In a world where anxiety, stress and depression seem all consuming, it can be hard to see a light at the end of a very dark tunnel. Thats were exploring your difficulties with a trained professional can help. Working together as a team, we will work collaboratively to help you reach your goals in therapy and equip you with the tools to become your own therapist.
Acknowledging that something doesn't feel quite right and that we may need help and support can be very challenging for us to accept. In a world where anxiety, stress and depression seem all consuming, it can be hard to see a light at the end of a very dark tunnel. Thats were exploring your difficulties with a trained professional can help. Working together as a team, we will work collaboratively to help you reach your goals in therapy and equip you with the tools to become your own therapist.
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Hi there, thanks for taking the time to find out more about what I can offer you as a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor with extensive experience of working with adults and children with many issues. In a safe, non-judgemental space, together we can sensitively explore your difficulties, to help you overcome and manage these in a more healthy way. I draw from different modalities including Person-centred, CBT and Psychodynamic approaches. With comprehensive training in attachment issues and trauma, I can offer you the best fit, needs-led therapy, tailored to meet your individual needs.
Hi there, thanks for taking the time to find out more about what I can offer you as a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor with extensive experience of working with adults and children with many issues. In a safe, non-judgemental space, together we can sensitively explore your difficulties, to help you overcome and manage these in a more healthy way. I draw from different modalities including Person-centred, CBT and Psychodynamic approaches. With comprehensive training in attachment issues and trauma, I can offer you the best fit, needs-led therapy, tailored to meet your individual needs.
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I 'm a BACP Senior Accredited Supervisor/Psychotherapist and an EMDR Europe Consultant Supervisor. I am in a very small cohort (3.5%) of BACP's 48,983 members have attained BACP Senior Accredited status. The extra qualifications, experience and expertise matter when seeking a Counsellor or Supervisor. I lecture on supervision and trauma Nationally & Internationally. I have over 15,000 hrs clinical experience and have held the following job descriptions :- lead of trauma team; counselling manager; Director of Counselling; Clinical Director. I am in a very small group of therapists in Ireland with an MSc. in Psychological Trauma.
I 'm a BACP Senior Accredited Supervisor/Psychotherapist and an EMDR Europe Consultant Supervisor. I am in a very small cohort (3.5%) of BACP's 48,983 members have attained BACP Senior Accredited status. The extra qualifications, experience and expertise matter when seeking a Counsellor or Supervisor. I lecture on supervision and trauma Nationally & Internationally. I have over 15,000 hrs clinical experience and have held the following job descriptions :- lead of trauma team; counselling manager; Director of Counselling; Clinical Director. I am in a very small group of therapists in Ireland with an MSc. in Psychological Trauma.
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Have you been struggling with how you feel? Maybe it is anxiety, depression, or a general emptiness in life. Would you like to better understand what is driving these feelings? Do you need the opportunity to be listened to, understood, and heard? We rarely get this in our lives, however counselling can provide this. Counselling creates a safe space where you will be able to share with me what is happening in your life. I can offer you a compassionate, attuned, and sensitive relationship where we can bring awareness to the source of these feelings. Through this awareness, understanding and acceptance, change happens.
Have you been struggling with how you feel? Maybe it is anxiety, depression, or a general emptiness in life. Would you like to better understand what is driving these feelings? Do you need the opportunity to be listened to, understood, and heard? We rarely get this in our lives, however counselling can provide this. Counselling creates a safe space where you will be able to share with me what is happening in your life. I can offer you a compassionate, attuned, and sensitive relationship where we can bring awareness to the source of these feelings. Through this awareness, understanding and acceptance, change happens.
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Mental health difficulties have been for too long seen as a taboo subject, with many clients suffering in silence. CBT and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) have been recognised as being the most efficient and recommended treatment by NICE for anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD & Trauma for adults and children. Lead a more fulfilling life, break cycles and break free.
Mental health difficulties have been for too long seen as a taboo subject, with many clients suffering in silence. CBT and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) have been recognised as being the most efficient and recommended treatment by NICE for anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD & Trauma for adults and children. Lead a more fulfilling life, break cycles and break free.
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Are you currently experiencing symptoms of low mood and/or anxiety. Come and talk to me and together we will explore these issues and work on ways of managing these current difficulties in a positive way. Having worked in the mental health sector for 12 years I have experienced how talking therapy can allow clients to explore their issues that they face on a daily basis and enable them to develop coping strategies which provide positive changes moving forward.
Are you currently experiencing symptoms of low mood and/or anxiety. Come and talk to me and together we will explore these issues and work on ways of managing these current difficulties in a positive way. Having worked in the mental health sector for 12 years I have experienced how talking therapy can allow clients to explore their issues that they face on a daily basis and enable them to develop coping strategies which provide positive changes moving forward.
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Life can be unpredictable and scary. People react and cope in different ways. Anger, depression, anxiety, addictions, can become a real issue. Counselling offers a safe non judgemental space to talk and get one to one support.
Life can be unpredictable and scary. People react and cope in different ways. Anger, depression, anxiety, addictions, can become a real issue. Counselling offers a safe non judgemental space to talk and get one to one support.
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I am a qualified registered counsellor working in the Belfast and Bangor areas. I provide a comfortable and supportive safe space for you to explore any unresolved issues past or present. Whilst we cannot change difficult events from the past, we can work together to better understand and work through the challenges that you are experiencing in your life. Together we can develop an awareness of patterns of negative behavior and perceptions that may be leaving you feeling anxious or depressed. The symptoms of your distress can show in a physical and psychological way.
I am a qualified registered counsellor working in the Belfast and Bangor areas. I provide a comfortable and supportive safe space for you to explore any unresolved issues past or present. Whilst we cannot change difficult events from the past, we can work together to better understand and work through the challenges that you are experiencing in your life. Together we can develop an awareness of patterns of negative behavior and perceptions that may be leaving you feeling anxious or depressed. The symptoms of your distress can show in a physical and psychological way.
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Welcome and thank you for visiting my page. I am an accredited integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. Integrative means that I can use different counselling techniques such as Person Centred, Psychodynamic and CBT, this allows me to provide therapy that is best suited to your individual needs. You may be searching here because you want something in your life to change, or because you need a safe place to explore the past and how it may be affecting you now. Whatever the reason I can provide a safe non-judgmental space and work collaboratively with you on this journey to make positive changes in your life.
Welcome and thank you for visiting my page. I am an accredited integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. Integrative means that I can use different counselling techniques such as Person Centred, Psychodynamic and CBT, this allows me to provide therapy that is best suited to your individual needs. You may be searching here because you want something in your life to change, or because you need a safe place to explore the past and how it may be affecting you now. Whatever the reason I can provide a safe non-judgmental space and work collaboratively with you on this journey to make positive changes in your life.
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Hi, I’m Ursula, a working mum with 30 years experience in academia and mental health. I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with BABCP and have experience working with people struggling with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, OCD, panic or simply just feeling overwhelmed with life. I increasingly work with many clients in a proactive manner, helping them develop coping strategies to live their best life. I'm here to help you navigate life’s ups and downs and find a path to a happier you. Let's take that first step together!
Hi, I’m Ursula, a working mum with 30 years experience in academia and mental health. I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with BABCP and have experience working with people struggling with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, OCD, panic or simply just feeling overwhelmed with life. I increasingly work with many clients in a proactive manner, helping them develop coping strategies to live their best life. I'm here to help you navigate life’s ups and downs and find a path to a happier you. Let's take that first step together!
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In times of distress, thoughts and feelings can often be confusing and overwhelming. It may seem as though you have lost your way or sense of perspective. You may feel you need to speak to someone simply to get some emotional relief or you may wish to discuss a specific issue which is having an impact on your life. Sometimes it can be difficult to find your voice or even know what the issue is.
In times of distress, thoughts and feelings can often be confusing and overwhelming. It may seem as though you have lost your way or sense of perspective. You may feel you need to speak to someone simply to get some emotional relief or you may wish to discuss a specific issue which is having an impact on your life. Sometimes it can be difficult to find your voice or even know what the issue is.
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Happiness is difficult to maintain and can even feel out of reach when life gets tough, and it is hard to protect your mental, physical, and spiritual wellness during these times. Giving yourself the care you deserve is of paramount importance during life’s challenges and through counselling, I will endeavour to assist you in becoming the strongest and brightest version of yourself once more.
Happiness is difficult to maintain and can even feel out of reach when life gets tough, and it is hard to protect your mental, physical, and spiritual wellness during these times. Giving yourself the care you deserve is of paramount importance during life’s challenges and through counselling, I will endeavour to assist you in becoming the strongest and brightest version of yourself once more.
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I am a therapist working with individuals both face-to-face and online, with a psychodynamic focus.
I am a therapist working with individuals both face-to-face and online, with a psychodynamic focus.
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Unsure about the future or tortured by memories of the past? Are you questioning if your habits and behaviours are really helping or hindering you? Do you wonder if a relationship or friendship is healthy or good for you? Do you automatically blame yourself for problems in your relationships? Do you feel vaguely unhappy or low sometimes and aren’t sure why? Do you find yourself saying yes when you really want to say no? Do the demands of life overwhelm you and leave you feeling anxious and unable to switch off? Do you feel that things may never change or that you can never change?
Unsure about the future or tortured by memories of the past? Are you questioning if your habits and behaviours are really helping or hindering you? Do you wonder if a relationship or friendship is healthy or good for you? Do you automatically blame yourself for problems in your relationships? Do you feel vaguely unhappy or low sometimes and aren’t sure why? Do you find yourself saying yes when you really want to say no? Do the demands of life overwhelm you and leave you feeling anxious and unable to switch off? Do you feel that things may never change or that you can never change?
Life can throw many challenges and sometimes we can get a bit stuck and not sure what to do to change the situation. I understand that it can be difficult to ask for help but seeking some help is the first step to improving your situation.. Sometimes it is easier talking to someone out side your family circle or friendship group about an issue that is causing you or your family distress and instead to talk to a professional therapist I offer a free 15 minute consultation if you are unsure if talking therapy can help. Therapy can help build self esteem, reduce anxiety , improve relationships with family and peers .
Life can throw many challenges and sometimes we can get a bit stuck and not sure what to do to change the situation. I understand that it can be difficult to ask for help but seeking some help is the first step to improving your situation.. Sometimes it is easier talking to someone out side your family circle or friendship group about an issue that is causing you or your family distress and instead to talk to a professional therapist I offer a free 15 minute consultation if you are unsure if talking therapy can help. Therapy can help build self esteem, reduce anxiety , improve relationships with family and peers .
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My name is Samantha and I am a qualified registered counsellor with a passion for helping people to achieve their goals and do so by giving you a space to feel heard, understood and not judged. I believe you are the expert of your life and that by sharing your feelings with me we can work to build on areas of low confidence, self doubt, insecurities, stress, anxiety and low mood to a position where you feel more empowered to manage what life has to throw at you. I am here to share your exploration, supporting you to access better self-awareness in a confidential space. I have experience counselling from the age of 11 years and up.
My name is Samantha and I am a qualified registered counsellor with a passion for helping people to achieve their goals and do so by giving you a space to feel heard, understood and not judged. I believe you are the expert of your life and that by sharing your feelings with me we can work to build on areas of low confidence, self doubt, insecurities, stress, anxiety and low mood to a position where you feel more empowered to manage what life has to throw at you. I am here to share your exploration, supporting you to access better self-awareness in a confidential space. I have experience counselling from the age of 11 years and up.
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Andrea Alcorn Couples And Individual Counselling And Supervisor
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coleraine BT52
Hi and welcome to True North Counselling where I offer individual and couples counselling. I believe we are all unique and need different things at different times in our lives. When you or your relationship becomes stuck I will help empower you to explore where you have been, how you got there, what is keeping you there and to find new ways to meet the challenges and explore your feelings. I believe we hold our own internal resources for change and I will use different counselling methods and techniques to help you understand why you or your relationship has become stuck and will share tools to enhance your mental wellbeing.
Hi and welcome to True North Counselling where I offer individual and couples counselling. I believe we are all unique and need different things at different times in our lives. When you or your relationship becomes stuck I will help empower you to explore where you have been, how you got there, what is keeping you there and to find new ways to meet the challenges and explore your feelings. I believe we hold our own internal resources for change and I will use different counselling methods and techniques to help you understand why you or your relationship has become stuck and will share tools to enhance your mental wellbeing.
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Hello my name is Victoria, thank you for connecting with me. I am a BACP registered integrative counsellor based in North Down. My priority is to help you explore and understand whatever is on your mind, within a safe space. I work collaboratively with you, in a client led way. Together, we will explore the past, understand how it impacts the present, in order to achieve your goals for the future.
Hello my name is Victoria, thank you for connecting with me. I am a BACP registered integrative counsellor based in North Down. My priority is to help you explore and understand whatever is on your mind, within a safe space. I work collaboratively with you, in a client led way. Together, we will explore the past, understand how it impacts the present, in order to achieve your goals for the future.
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“Hello and thanks for taking the time to look at my profile. I believe that we all experience difficulties in our lives and it can be difficult to speak to friends and family at times. Coming to counselling for the first time can be very challenging and it takes courage to open up and talk about how we feel. I believe that counselling can be a very liberating experience and can enhance our self-awareness and bring about positive changes in our lives as well as increasing our general well-being."
“Hello and thanks for taking the time to look at my profile. I believe that we all experience difficulties in our lives and it can be difficult to speak to friends and family at times. Coming to counselling for the first time can be very challenging and it takes courage to open up and talk about how we feel. I believe that counselling can be a very liberating experience and can enhance our self-awareness and bring about positive changes in our lives as well as increasing our general well-being."
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Average cost per session
£50
Counsellors in Northern Ireland who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
87% | Self Esteem |
85% | Depression |
79% | Stress |
72% | Relationship Issues |
70% | Bereavement |
66% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
49% | Aviva |
49% | AXA PPP |
48% | Bupa |
How Counsellors in Northern Ireland see their clients
86% | In Person and Online | |
14% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
21% | Male |