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Unlock Psychology Ltd

Unlock Psychology Ltd is a private clinical psychology service, serving Warwickshire and online. We are specialists in men’s mental health, with our founder Dr Alastair Pipkin having support hundreds of men with psychological therapy and conducted and published research on adapting therapy for men. We are HCPC-registered clinical psychologists who provide cognitive behavioural therapy, compassion-focused therapy and emotion-focused therapy for men with a range of needs, including low mood, stress, burnout, all types of anxiety, managing emotions and substance misuse. We offer a free 20-minute consultation via Zoom or phone to see whether we might be a good fit for you, so do get in touch via email and we will be happy to discuss.

Mrs Cheryl Backham

Hi I’m Cheryl, and a BACP registered counsellor based in Smallthorne. I have 6 years’ experience working with people who have experienced trauma. I charge £30 per hour, with special rates for some groups. My hours are flexible including evenings.

Jake Halls

I am a BACP accredited counsellor & have worked in mental health for over 15 years and for the last 10 years I have worked as a counsellor in the NHS. I offer both short term and long-term therapy online or via telephone. I have helped clients work through many different issues over the years and can help with issues such as: anxiety, depression, bereavement, relationship problems, anger, sexual abuse, work stress, career problems, domestic abuse, long-term health issues, sexual problems & family issues. There aren’t many things I’ve not come across over the years so get in touch and I can see if I can help.

I work with adults over the age of 18 and specialize in men’s mental health

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.

Mrs. Lis Starkey-Smets

Hello, I’m an integrative psychotherapist and counsellor, working with individuals in Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire, and online.
I have experience supporting people experiencing a wide range of emotional difficulties and adapt my approach to suit each individual and their circumstances/needs. I have a particular interest in working with parents, both during the postnatal period and beyond. Please do take a look at my website to learn a bit more about what it might be like to work with me, and feel free to get in touch via email or telephone if you have any questions.

Claire Hadfield

My aim is to empower you to use the therapeutic benefits of the great outdoors and to introduce you to practical strategies that help build a healthier mindset through Coaching Psychology. Sessions usually take place on the beautiful Cannock Chase, 2684 hectares of coniferous and broadleaf woodlands, in Staffordshire, England. I typically use principles from compassion focussed therapy, acceptance commitment therapy, solution focussed therapy and mindfulness. I offer a free telephone appointment to find out if this is the right approach for you.

Jeff Dawson

Are you feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or like you’re just going through the motions? Battling depression, anxiety, or the weight of past trauma? Many men struggle in silence, but you don’t have to. Reaching out takes real courage – and you’ve already shown that by being here.

I’m Jeff, a psychotherapeutic counsellor and coach who specialises in men’s mental health. As a male counsellor, I get it – I understand the pressure to “man up,” the difficulty of opening up, and how hard it can be to ask for support. I work with men of all ages: young adults navigating life transitions, dads struggling to connect with their teenagers, and men processing relationship challenges, work stress, or past trauma.

My trauma-informed approach combines emotional healing with practical strategies. We’ll explore what’s keeping you stuck while building real tools for managing emotions, improving communication, and showing up as the man you want to be. You deserve genuine understanding and lasting change.

Tracy Dixon

I am a BACP Accredited Psychotherapist working both online and face to face in Plymouth, UK. I work with a range of issues but commonly trauma, anxiety, shame, stress, relationship issues and bereavement. I offer a free 20 minute telephone consultation in order for you to ask me any questions and to ensure that I will be a good fit for you. My core training is Person Centred and I draw on a number of counselling theories to work with each client according to their individual needs.

Dr. Matthew Ireland

Do you feel like you’re performing your life instead of living it? Maybe everything looks fine on the outside, but inside you feel anxious or uncertain – without knowing exactly what you want to change, or why. You’re not alone in feeling this way.

I help men explore the deeper questions behind their identity, relationships or life struggles – not just what’s happening, but what it means to them – so they can reconnect with themselves, make clearer choices and move from acting in life to authoring their future. My approach is warm and respectful, so you can be honest without fear of judgment. You’re welcome to book a free intro call – no pressure, just a chat.

Dr. Mariana Psyrdellis

I work with Professional Psychological Support in English and Spanish. I am a Ph.D. psychologist, with CBT, integrative and neuropsychological approaches. I also worked as a researcher, college professor, and scientist. I have several publications in scientific journals, participation in congresses, courses, and seminars. I work with adults and young adults in individual or group sessions attending to psychological issues -such as anxiety, depression, OCD, bipolarity, PTSD, personality disorders, or drug abuse – along with life crisis and personal development worries. I also work with neuropsychological evaluations and cognitive rehabilitation, for example for memory disorders and dementias.

Mark Allerton

Men sometimes carry their problems around, being strong on the outside, like a suit of armour. They leave the talking to others, often women. Your friends might be doing the same, but if you’re the one to admit it, you fear losing your credibility as a real man. There may also be an inner voice telling you to man up and not show vulnerability, but this can be part of the problem.

I think counselling can help men become better friends, partners, fathers and lovers. Learning to talk about yourself without fear of judgement can help your state of mind and relationships. When I work with men, they often find it’s a relief to finally let it all out. They feel lighter and open up to change, rather than closing down or “manning up” just to fit in.

I offer both remote and in-person appointments and have experience working with English-speaking clients who live outside the UK in all parts of the world.

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.

Sam Bloxsidge

If you are looking to explore issues around sense of identity, meaning / purpose in life, relationships, creative expression, feeling like and outsider, and/or any of life’s challenges that arise, I can offer a supportive space.

As a UKCP registered psychotherapist, I offer online sessions to UK residents on a weekly basis, in which to explore, understand and discover ways to help you feel empowered to engage with life meaningfully.

Please get in touch via email for availability current and to arrange a free-of-charge 20 min consultation via zoom, where we can discuss your needs further, and see how we get on.

Mrs. Neha Malik

My approach is Integrative, which means I draw from various approaches such as psychodynamic, humanistic, CBT, existential, and transpersonal. I am also trained in trauma-focused therapy approaches, such as CPT, TF-CBT, IRRT, NET, EFT and the IFS approach. I work with PTSD, C-PTSD, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, depression, anxiety, anger management, relationship issues, identity issues, and loss of meaning/purpose. I also provide training in meditation and mindfulness.

Mrs Helen Rose

I offer an open, honest and laid back relationship for you to explore whatever is troubling you. Talking about and exploring your emotions and feelings can help you come to your own conclusions and empower you to take the next steps in life. Talking to a counsellor can feel daunting, but can help you resolve and understand any challenges or difficulties you may be facing. Counselling can help you make sense of your emotions bringing about positive change in your life. I am down to earth and easy going and will put you at ease, enabling you to open up without feeling under pressure.