Therapists in United Kingdom

Alice Jackson
Alice Jackson
In my approach, I place importance on exploring the root cause of the problem and provide an affirming therapeutic space to facilitate change. A therapeutic relationship that is accepting and non-judgmental makes space for growth and healing. Psychotherapy and counselling invites an exploration of challenging past experiences and focuses on processing the feelings we hold as a result of these experiences. At the heart of our work together we will seek to understand our emotions and work alongside them. As we work through the foundations of patterns, behaviours, and feelings in a safe and supported environment, we gain greater insight into ourselves, this is where we can make significant change.

Yvonne Coughlan
Yvonne Coughlan
My approach is warm and thoughtful, placing my clients at ease in opening up sometimes for the first time about their personal feelings and experineces. I predominately offer a psychodynamic approach which is particularly beneficial for those who have lost meaning in their lives or have difficulty forming or maintaining personal relationships. My approach is based on the understanding that difficult experiences in the past can continue to affect the way you feel in the present. In the therapeutic relationship, we can start to explore and recognise the reasons why the things that make you unhappy seem to be repeating themselves.

Dr. Annemarie O’Connor
Dr. Annemarie O’Connor
I work as part of a team of online specialist clinical psychologists. We use technology to maximise each session you have and keep you well. We divide ourselves up into areas of expertise – so if you’ve experienced something traumatic, for example, the best professional care you can receive is from a clinical psychologist who has chosen to specialise in trauma. My expertise is OCD, BDD and obsessional and anxiety difficulties, such as perfectionism.

Gavin Demurger-Jones
Gavin Demurger-Jones
I work with a vast array of people. I’ve helped people to deal with relationships breaking down, the abuse they’ve suffered in the past, existential issues about the future, dealing with anger, processing grief, understanding sexuality, understanding emotions, dealing with depression as well as understanding their anxiety. I’m trained as an integrative counsellor and this means that I can adjust my approach to suit each person that I work with. To find out more about me, the way I work and to read some testimonials please look at my website.

Ms. Nicola Keogh
Ms. Nicola Keogh
I was once told ‘this too will pass’ and I have found the difficulties in my own life have done so. However I could not do it alone, as it felt too tough a journey to be on. Looking back today, I am glad I had a counsellor to listen to me and support me throughout my journey. You may feel as I did overloaded, confused and questioning why? As your counsellor I will to listen to you with empathy and compassion, help you see your strengths and show you kindness as you work through your challenges. With my support, over time your difficulties will too will pass and you will be able to lead the life you want. I believe counselling gives us the space to get to know the real self. My aim is to help you get your life back on track.

Mr. Maximillian Mustafa-Holzapfel
Mr. Maximillian Mustafa-Holzapfel
I work online using a person centred approach where I support clients to find their own answers and help them understand how they are showing themselves to the world. The main areas I cover are: mixed ethnic/religious backgrounds; disability/chronic illness; sexuality; domestic abuse; gender (inc. trans+); poly relationships; parented/parenting relationships; growing up as a third culture child; and any intersection(s) of the above. I work with UK based people aged 18 and above. Please see my website if you would like more information about me and what I do.

Kristen Brown
Kristen Brown
Hi, I’m Kristen; an integrative psychotherapist based in Stockton-on-Tees. My practice offers a welcoming and wheelchair-accessible space. My areas of expertise include neurodiversity, attachment issues, trauma, sexual abuse, domestic violence, and the impact of disability/chronic illness.

Robynne Wood
Robynne Wood
I work using the Person-Centred (or Humanistic) approach, which is often referred to as the “how does that make you feel?” style of therapy. However, a more accurate description would be I focus on building a supportive relationship where we can view the world from your perspective, and we work together to make changes that you want. I believe that you are the expert in your own life and have the ability to solve your own problems but recognise that sometimes an “outsiders” support and perspective can be helpful. I aim to create a non-judgmental safe space to explore your world using empathy, honesty and unconditional positive regard helping us to work through the thoughts, feelings and issues that are impacting you.

Ben Selby
Ben Selby
Hello, I am an integrative therapist, working with a variety of men’s issues; anything from anger management through depression and anxiety, to self-esteem and childhood issues. It can be hard for us chaps to reach out sometimes, and understanding that, I work with patience and compassion to draw the issues from you at your own working pace.
Therapy can be an exciting and rewarding process. It can also be hard, and challenging. I am here to help you to become the best version of yourself.

Michael Hastings
Michael Hastings
It has always been my belief that no matter what the situation a person finds themselves in or what stage of life they are at there is always the possibility of change driven by hope. Hope is however the essential prerequisite: without hope change is often chaotic, frightening, and unmanageable. Even a little hope is sufficient … it can be cultivated … it can be nurtured … from there possibilities emerge which draw us into our sense of agency, our sense of what could be … if we choose it… I am a humanistic and integrative therapist who is client-centred. I use whatever therapeutic tool I have available to bring the client to a space of growth and self-knowledge.

Simon Chapman
Simon Chapman
My practice is guided by over 20 years of helping people in difficult and often stressful situations. I have worked operationally in the Armed Forces; NHS; Police; and RNLI; as well as teaching in schools and a university. I bring the empathy, training and skills acquired from this extensive experience into my counselling.
Specialising in CBT, ADHD Support and Couples Therapy, I am able to assist with a broad range of individual and relational issues, including Anxiety and Phobias; Depression, Abuse and Trauma; Communication and Conflict Patterns.
I have significant experience of working with neurodiversity (particularly ADHD), understanding the challenges this can bring to our closest relationships, self-esteem, work and family life.

Mrs. Anna Gilmore
Mrs. Anna Gilmore
I work in a person centred way, respectfully acknowledging the pace and experience of each client and working in a way that suits their personal requirements.
I value each client for their individuality and welcome the opportunity to support anyone that is experiencing difficulties so that they no longer feel alone.

Mr. Andy Wilson
Mr. Andy Wilson
Whatever your current situation I want to help you build a vital, engaged and satisfying life. There are times when we all feel stuck and defeated. And yet if we open ourselves to the possibility of change then a way forward can be found. Working together as a team we will explore your current situation identifying both strengths and sticking points. I will encourage you to investigate your own experience using methods like ACT and Emotion Focused Therapy. Through new experiences a fresh, more workable, way of being in the world will emerge.
I provide a calm, safe environment which allows you to talk freely about your thoughts and emotions. My approach is based on building a trusting relationship, which enables both support and challenge.

Dr. Norman Claringbull
Dr. Norman Claringbull
PSYCHOTHERAPIST; COUNSELLOR, PSYCHOLOGIST
A friendly and informal service.
25 years experience in Private Practice, NHS, Academia, Research, and Consultancy.
Former Head of the BSc and MSc Programs at the University of Southampton

Geoff Scott
Geoff Scott
MANN uP based in Belfast Northern Ireland, and offering services across the UK, is a male-affirmative counselling, mentoring and life coaching practice. To be affirmative is to be supportive, hopeful and encouraging.
MANN uP services are designed to support you to improve the state of your psychological wellbeing (your levels of mental and emotional health). Think of MANN uP as your personal trainer for your mental and emotional ‘fitness’.
Contact
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Therapists listed in the HeadsUpGuys Directory are required to hold relevant professional training (Master’s level or equivalent), experience working with men’s mental health, and active membership or licensure with a recognized therapy body in their region.
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