Counselling in York | Counsellor near Tadcaster and Leeds

A holding space for healing one wave at a time

Welcome, to a space to make sense of things, at your own pace and in your own way.

Trish Bell - Humanistic & Integrative Counselling in York

Perhaps you are struggling, need help with what you have experienced, or with where you are heading ?

I offer a free initial, no obligation 15 minute telephone consultation. This enables you to ask any questions and it also gives us an opportunity to explore how I might be able to support you and how we may work together.

Before I became a counsellor I worked with young people through a wide range of challenges. I also volunteered for a bereavement charity for 8 years supporting adults through their grief. Understanding people’s needs at a time of bereavement has been such meaningful work that inspired me to train as a counsellor. My passion for supporting those who are bereaved has continued to grow and I now support children and families through Bereavement Children’s Support York (BCSY), helping young people navigate their grief.

I have worked with many different presenting issues as part of a charity based organisation in Doncaster. In my private practice for the last 5 years, I have offered face to face, telephone and some online counselling.

Currently I am volunteering with an organisation called Chronically Marvellous, who support people living independently with chronic illness.

BACP Level 5 Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Skills and Therapy
BACP Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Certificate in Trauma Focussed Therapy
Bereavement Support Foundation Course - National Counselling Society

I am a Registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and work according to their Ethical Framework for Good Practice in Counselling & Psychotherapy.

Registration requires a minimum of 30 hours of continued Professional Development each year in line with the BACP requirements.

I receive regular monthly clinical supervision and hold an enhanced DBS certificate, along with professional indemnity insurance.

Also, I am registered with the information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and fully comply with GDPR regulations.

Facilitating Therapeutic Group Training
Working creatively with a variety of mediums including clay,
Introduction to integrative sandplay therapy
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Cancer

What issues can be discussed within the counselling session?

Loss and change

Bereavement

Neurodiversity

Eating disorders

Anxiety, Stress and Depression

Loneliness

Relationship problems

Sexuality

Health related issues

Women’s issues

Agoraphobia

Work issues

Self esteem

and many more.

What makes my approach to therapy unique?

My approach to therapy is uniquely integrative, combining the practical tools of CBT with empathy and flexibility of person-centred therapy. I also bring in a creative touch to sessions, using visual aids, reflective exercises and metaphors to help you explore and understand your experiences in a way that feels meaningful. This collaborative and personalised style is tailored to your individual needs.

With a flexible approach my focus is what works best for you rather than following a rigid structure. This might be through reflective conversation, practical tools, or creative expression, our work will be guided by your needs, goals and preference.

Person-Centred Counselling

The Person-Centred approach is led by you, giving you the opportunity to explore your thoughts and feelings so that you can feel truly heard and understood. I can help you to become more self-aware and self accepting to enable positive change.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

CBT is effective for a wide range of mental health issues, with the focus being on current problems. It is evidence-based to help you understand the link between your thoughts and emotions, and how these impact patterns of behaviour that may contribute to your distress.

Together we can decide whether CBT is the right approach, to support you, as you take an active role in the changing process.

My approach to CBT is collaborative and compassionate, offering a blended style that incorporates person-centred therapy if required to suit your individual needs. We can develop strategies that you can use to improve your emotional well-being and behaviour long after therapy ends.

Creative Counselling

Creative counselling is a therapeutic approach that incorporates non-traditional methods through painting, writing, guided imagery and sandtray. When feelings and experiences are hard to articulate verbally, or if you are feeling stuck, using interventions alongside a person-centred or CBT approach can help promote emotional wellbeing.

No artistic skill is required - as being creative is about the journey.

Why do I use creative counselling?

By engaging with creative counselling we can connect with the conscious and subconscious to help you make sense of things, which informs our work together.

Art therapy - used to explore inner thoughts and the subconscious
Writing/Journaling - using stories, poetry to help process emotions
Sandtray - Using miniatures and sand to symbolically express inner thoughts and emotions.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

I work with young people, adults and older adults.

I would encourage an initial 5 sessions and then we can review and agree to any additional counselling for as long as you need and you can decide when you want to end. Collaboratively we can allocate time for our last session so that we can work towards the ending together.

Face to face and telephone counselling . I offer a small number of online sessions by arrangement.

Please contact me by telephone at 07935590186 or email at Healingwavescounselling@protonmail.com.

This depends on you, for some people talking things through is their preferred way whilst others might explore their emotions in different ways. There is no right or wrong - we will work together in a way that feels safe and comfortable for you.

My Location

I offer in person counselling from my practice at 25 Dykes Lane, Copmanthorpe York which is easily accessible from all areas of York, outlying villages, Tadcaster and Leeds. There is ample parking available alternatively bus routes 13, 13A and the Coastliner all serve Copmanthorpe.

Session Information

My fees are £50 for a 60 minute counselling session,

Mon-Thursday with some availability early evenings.

How Can I Help You?

I can help you to understand yourself better so you can tap into thoughts and emotions that you might not be aware of, but influence your behaviour and feelings. By identifying triggers or patterns to make sense of things and find ways to gain new perspectives. We can explore a range of strategies to help with managing difficult times or stress, improve emotional self-regulation, improve confidence in your decision-making and boost your self-esteem.

With my support we can also address worries, anxiety and low mood, while helping you to develop healthier habits and make more empowered choices in life.

Get In Touch

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange an initial assessment appointment. This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.

You can also call me on 07935590186 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me first. I am happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have prior to arranging an initial appointment.

All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential and uses secure phone and email services.

Trish Bell Humanistic and Integrative Counselling in York