Adult Counselling
Counselling online or face to face in Leeds
Counselling is an opportunity for you to take control of your life and make positive changes happen through learning to understanding yourself, past and current circumstances more thoroughly with a compassionate & supportive guide beside you.
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Liz and Rachel are experienced qualified counsellors who offer compassionate individually tailored counselling / therapy which is:
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curious - not challenging
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nurturing - not judgemental
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centred on you - not directed at you
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Counselling doesn't have to be just talking either, it can be creative, filled with humour, metaphors, music, movement, sensory soothing. Liz and Rachel will be guided by you around what you need in each session.
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Counselling can help you with:
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Anxiety, overthinking and emotional overwhelm
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Panic, hypervigilance and feeling constantly on edge
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Burnout, exhaustion and difficulty switching off
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Perfectionism, people pleasing and fear of failure
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Trauma, grief and difficult past experiences
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Shame, self-criticism and low self-worth
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Feeling emotionally numb, disconnected or stuck in survival mode
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Flashbacks, intrusive thoughts and difficulty feeling safe
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ADHD, Autism and neurodivergent overwhelm
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Masking, sensory overload and social exhaustion
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Emotional intensity, rejection sensitivity and emotional reactivity
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Executive functioning struggles, procrastination and feeling frozen
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Identity confusion and processing a late diagnosis
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Difficulty understanding needs, boundaries and relationships
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Trust difficulties and challenging family or relationship dynamics
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Losing yourself in caring for others
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Difficulty resting, slowing down or experiencing joy
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Feeling like you are surviving rather than truly living
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Counselling can support you to move through distress in manageable chunks so life doesn't feel so overwhelming.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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Counselling will help you to: ​​
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Feel like you are living not just surviving
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Understand and feel more connected to yourself and nervous system
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Build emotional safety
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Develop self-compassion
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Feel calmer and steadier
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Understand patterns and triggers
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Process difficult experiences safely
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Learn healthier boundaries
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Reduce shame
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Build confidence
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Create a life that feels more manageable and meaningful
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Feel less alone in your experiences
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Build healthy support strategies
You are worth the investment, even if you don't realise that right now.
It doesn't cost anything to Book a free information call
to find out more about how Counselling online or in Leeds
with Liz or Rachel can help you with your healing journey.
Frequently asked Questions about Counselling in Leeds & Otley
1. How do I know if counselling is right for me?
You don't need to be in crisis to benefit from counselling. Many people seek support because they feel overwhelmed, stuck, exhausted, anxious or disconnected from themselves. Counselling can provide a compassionate space to understand your experiences, explore your emotions and develop ways of moving forward that feel right for you.
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2. What issues can counselling help with?
Counselling can help with anxiety, stress, trauma, grief, low self-worth, panic attacks, emotional overwhelm, burnout, relationship difficulties, neurodivergent experiences, perfectionism, people pleasing and life transitions. You don't need to have everything figured out before you begin.
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3. What happens during the first counselling session?
The first session is an opportunity to get to know one another and explore what has brought you to therapy. We'll talk about what you hope to gain from counselling, answer any questions you may have and think together about how we can work in a way that feels safe and supportive for you.
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4. How many counselling sessions will I need?
There is no fixed number of sessions. Some people attend for a short period to work through a specific difficulty, while others benefit from longer-term support. We regularly review how therapy is feeling and tailor the process to your needs.
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5. Do you offer online counselling?
Yes. Sessions are available face-to-face in Leeds and Otley, as well as online throughout the UK via secure video platforms. Telephone, email counselling and therapeutic letter writing are also available where appropriate.
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6. How much do counselling sessions cost?
Individual counselling sessions are £55 for 50 minutes. Please get in touch if you'd like to discuss current availability or arrange a free initial conversation.
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