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Harrogate Psychotherapy and Counselling:
In-person & online appointments available

Counselling for Midlife 

Are you fed up of feeling like this:

  • Frazzled and frayed around the edges with what midlife has thrown at you and wondering what the heck happened? 

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  • Do you feel like you are just treading water or permanently pleasing others whilst struggling with feelings of low mood, sadness, grief & loss? 

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  • Or is it that you’re feeling stuck with a sense of no purpose or direction in life or that your self confidence has upped and left? Has it left you with a sense of disconnection in your relationships and loneliness?

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  • Stuck with feelings of regret & disappointment or perhaps anger about the past or with your current circumstances?

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  • A feeling of anxiety about your future? 
     

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And want to feel more like this:

  • Happier, calmer, positive & optimistic about the future.

  • Less anxious & overwhelmed. Gain a sense of agency/control in your life.

  • Improve your relationships to feel closer & connected to others, reducing feelings of loneliness.

  • Rediscovering your self-esteem and self-confidence.

  • An increased sense of joyfulness & fun.

I’m here to help you make a positive, lasting change.

As a fellow midlifer, I understand the unique challenges that come with this stage of life. If you're looking for support, you're in the right place. I’m not just a qualified counsellor based in Harrogate— I also bring the experience of a long career as an NHS nurse. Like many midlifers, I’ve juggled countless responsibilities, frantically spinning plates and hoping they wouldn’t crash (spoiler: some did!). If you want to know more about me then go to About Me page.

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I’ve worked with many midlifers facing challenges such as divorce or separation, adjusting to an empty nest after children leave home, coping with bereavement, navigating retirement or redundancy, or managing the demands of being part of the "sandwich generation"—caring for both children and ageing parents. If you’d like to learn more about how I can help, visit my Work with Me page.

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If you feel ready or want to check out if I am the right person for you, then please get in touch using the form below.

Therapy Options Tailored to Your Needs

I provide three different therapy options:


Single Session Therapy (SST)
 

As the name suggests, this is a single session, with the option to book additional sessions if needed.

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In SST, you bring a single issue to the session—something you want to explore, clarify, or resolve. Together, we’ll work towards achieving the outcome you want by the end of the session.

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This option is ideal if you need support quickly, prefer not to commit to long-term therapy, or want to experience therapy without any obligation to continue. Click here for further information.


Time Limited Therapy

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In this approach, we agree to work together for a set number of sessions, typically eight to ten.

Time-limited therapy provides more time to delve into a specific issue while maintaining a focused approach. Click here for further information.


Ongoing Therapy
 

This option offers open-ended sessions, continuing until we reach a point where the work feels complete. Ongoing therapy allows you to explore multiple areas in depth, giving you the time and space to address complex or evolving challenges. Click here for further information.

If you’re ready to take the first step toward meaningful change in your life then please contact me on the form below:

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