Services

My Services

Face-to-face, video or telephone therapy for either

short-term counselling or long-term psychotherapy

“I have a belief that my clients go away with something…whatever that is. They come to me for help with something they cannot do for themselves – or so they think.”

Beverley Price, Changing Seasons Counselling, 2014


My Services...

Local counselling for bereavement/loss

"Grief is like the ocean; it comes on waves ebbing and flowing. Sometimes the water is calm, and sometimes it is overwhelming. All we can do is learn to swim.” 

(Vicki Harrison)

Bereavement is something that happens to us all, and we will, at some point during our lifetime, experience the death of someone close. Losing a special person may completely turn our world upside down, leaving us feeling devastated, numb and alone, sometimes beyond belief that the world seems like a different place.


Sometimes it can be difficult to talk to friends and family. Getting local counselling for bereavement/loss


  • Share your distress. This is what eventually helps you to heal in the longer term. Holding onto your emotions and denying your sadness will only prolong the pain, which may lead to depression. 


  • Manage your intense feelings and process them healthily in a safe and comforting place.


  • Feel supported while you talk about your special person, the relationship you had with them and the impact their loss has had on you.


  • Gain a sense of purpose to your life again, and move towards acceptance.


  • Explore with me how you might cope in the coming days, months and years ahead at a pace that feels right for you. As an experienced Counsellor, I know this may take time. That’s okay, it will take as long as you need.

Loss

Feelings of sorrow are not just associated with death. I also work with clients who are struggling with other losses:


  • Divorce/breakdown of a relationship
  • Death of a beloved pet
  • Baby loss/miscarriage
  • Redundancy
  • Illness/disability
  • Identity
  • Transitional loss such as leaving home


I understand that any loss or bereavement is one of the most painful challenges you will face. Feel free to contact me for local counselling for bereavement/loss if you wish to arrange some counselling at this very difficult time.

“Death steals the future we anticipated and hoped for, but it can’t take away the relationship we had.”

(Julia Samuel, Grief Psychotherapist)

Get in touch for a free, no obligation initial chat to see if I can help >>

As part of my ongoing professional development, I have attended detailed training for Counsellors working with

neuro-diverse clients, through AAC (Aspire Autism Consultancy). I also belong to a Yorkshire regional network of therapists which offers clinical group supervision and autism-focused discussion topics, which gives me the opportunity to develop my knowledge and skills for working with neuro-diverse clients.


If you are a parent or an individual wondering whether you are on the autistic spectrum, I can help you to consider whether a formal diagnosis will be beneficial to you.

Autism Spectrum

"Beverley has helped me to understand my conditions and to see how autism and ADHD affect me, as well as giving me many practical tips on how to manage my anxiety and other difficulties. She listened well to my needs and found solutions that were right for me" (Zara, 2023)

I am a trained Therapist working with autism and I understand it can be more difficult for autistic clients to engage and form relationships easily. Where traditional therapies may not always feel comfortable, I offer a sensitive and flexible approach, working with my clients’ specific needs. 

Who I can help

  • Parents wondering whether their child may be on the autistic spectrum or need help towards understanding the difficulties their child is experiencing. You may be considering diagnosis and want to talk this through.


  • Individuals who need a more flexible way of working. I offer a calm and sensitive approach and help you to develop trust in the therapeutic relationship.


  • Couples, where one partner is or may be on the autistic spectrum and communication is difficult in the relationship. We can work on strategies to help with these differences.


  • Individuals with high anxiety, low confidence and social difficulties who may need help with organisational skills and emotional regulation skills to manage their life better.

ADHD

The more we learn about our children and their uniqueness, the better we can support them.

ADHD is a development disorder related to concentration, impulsivity, inattentiveness, and hyperactivity, and it is often misunderstood.


As a Counselling Practitioner, I am not able to diagnose ADHD but I will work with the knowledge and experience I have to help you identify how feelings and behaviours impact upon your daily life and your relationships. Together, we will work towards your hopes and aspirations, gaining better management of your life and setting new goals. 


For young people with ADHD, their symptoms make everyday life difficult, especially in environments like school where they are expected to sit silently for long periods of time and concentrate on tasks. In counselling, I can work with raising their self-esteem and build their resilience, (as quite often in ADHD it is low). For parents, helping you to understanding your child’s uniqueness will empower you to help them flourish.


In adults, the symptoms of ADHD are more difficult to define even though it has already developed during childhood. As part of our work together we might consider whether to seek a diagnosis for you or your family member. Receiving a diagnosis can be helpful and sometimes medication is recommended to support symptoms. Though not a cure, medication can help substantially as it allows those with the condition to concentrate better, feel calmer and be more able to practice new skills. 

Walk and Talk Therapy

“Regular walking has been shown to reduce the risk of chronic illnesses, such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, asthma, stroke and some cancers.” (NHS Choices)

Walk and talk therapy is an alternative to working in the traditional therapy room setting, which for some people can feel too intense. Being outdoors can help the therapeutic process by boosting mental health, improving mood, and helping to reduce stress levels. 


My clients often tell me how beneficial it feels to have their therapy in an open space and alongside nature. Not only does it help us physically, but it can alleviate depression, stress, and anxiety by delivering more oxygen into our bodies and raising serotonin levels in the brain which regulates mood, memory, sleep, and cognition – all the ingredients for a healthy well-being. 


Some people enjoy the benefits of being outside but prefer to stay seated for the session and others enjoy walking while they talk. We can do either, or a combination of both – your session will be tailored to you and your preference. 


Walk & Talk Therapy is for all ages and is not intended to be a strenuous workout but more of a stroll at a steady pace, helping you to relax your mind and reflect, while at the same time enjoying the natural beauty all around you.

Telephone/Video appointments

Some clients prefer to work with me through online video and telephone sessions. This may suit you better, and will reduce the time required for travelling, which for some clients means less anxiety, more accessibility, and easier to fit into your schedule.


So whether you're looking for local counselling for bereavement/loss, help with an illness or relationship, please reach out!

"It was so helpful to talk to someone who wasn’t connected to my family situation. Beverley helped me make changes to my negative thought process. She offered me new perspectives. She was patient, kind and compassionate. 

I feel very lucky to have found her."

KB 2021


"When I first sought counselling, I didn’t know what to expect. 

The first session with Bev was very difficult for me, I had never shared such personal information with a complete stranger, it felt so intrusive that it made me want to get up and walk out. I’m so glad now that I continued with the sessions, Bev put me at ease, and didn’t judge me or my partner, helping us to find a way to address our personal issues. Our relationship has never been stronger and I wouldn’t hesitate to return to counselling again in the future."

A, Jan 2019

I would love to hear from you.

Please get in touch in confidence so I can help you decide

whether therapy might be beneficial at this time.


Face to face, video or telephone appointments are also available.

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