ADULTS

Psychotherapeutic Counsellors

Clinical Lead
Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
MBACP
BSc (hons); PG Cert, PG Dip.

I am an integrative trauma-informed psychotherapist and counsellor. I work from a strengths based perspective and empower those I work with to create change in their lives.

Whilst completing my Psychology BSc (Hons) Degree I began working in the Mental Health sector supporting people in inpatient care, within the community and within their own homes. I also worked with people who have autism and learning disabilities, young children and the elderly. I enjoy connecting with and learning about people from all backgrounds.

Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
MBACP

Luisa is a qualified integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor. Luisa started her career in retail and ran her own business for over twenty years however it was her experiences working as a volunteer in the charity sector that encouraged Luisa to train as a psychotherapeutic counsellor. Luisa is a qualified domestic abuse practitioner, she works for the Independent Domestic Abuse Service IDAS and she also has experience working with young people with mental health needs in a residential setting.

Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
MBACP
Diploma Psychotherapeutic Counselling

Patricio is a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Member of BACP. His therapeutic philosophy is based on personal growth – he will help you explore your present challenges and face transitions with a renewed sense of awareness. Patricio works with Humanistic Integrative orientation, focusing on the person as an individual and calling from on diverse theories, philosophies and experiences to aid your process.

Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
MBACP, UKCP
BA (Hons)

Catherine is an Integrative Humanistic Psychotherapeutic Counsellor which means that she is skilled in a range of approaches and can tailor therapy sessions to your needs. She is registered with the BACP and a member of the Northern Guild of Psychotherapy, working towards UKCP accreditation.

Elaine Collins
Therapeutic Counsellor
B.Ed., HE Cert, HE Diploma.

Elaine is a a qualified, person centred counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. She believes everyone has the ability for personal growth and finding happiness within themselves and that the key to unlocking this lies within the working relationship between herself and her client. Elaine therefore endeavours to provide a warm, caring and trusting space in which her clients feel comfortable to explore their thoughts and beliefs and identify barriers in their life. She then works with with them to find ways of moving forward towards a more positive future.

Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
MBACP
BA (Hons), Cert, Diploma Psychotherapeutic Counselling.

Alyson’s therapeutic approach is Humanistic Integrative, drawing on various models including Transactional Analysis and Psychodynamic theory amongst others, underpinned by Person-Centred principles and values, and always tailored to the individual client.  She believes that a collaborative therapeutic relationship built on trust is the foundation for positive change and personal growth.

Counsellor and Psychotherapist
MBACP

PG Diploma, BSc.

I specialise in working with those who have suffered a loss. This might be through the loss of a person or pet but can also include what I call non-bereavement loss – such as that experienced when a relationship ends, children leaving home or through retirement and redundancy.

Counsellor and Psychotherapist

I’m currently completing my diploma in counselling and a diploma in psychotherapy. BA and an MA in Criminology.

Jodie offers a relational integrative approach, influenced by existentialism, attachment theory and Transactional Analysis. She offers a warm, empathetic, safe space for clients to explore and be met where they are, for who they are.

Integrative Counsellor
MBACP (Accred)
PG Diploma

Caroline graduated from York St John University in 2010 with a PG Diploma in Integrative Counselling and achieved BACP Accreditation in 2015. Caroline has twelve years’ experience working with individuals both long and short term in a wide range of settings and with a range of difficulties which include: Abuse, Anxiety, Assertiveness, Bereavement, Bullying, Childhood Issues, Depression, Loss, Low self Esteem, Menopause, Physical Health & Illness, Relationships, Separation & Divorce, Stress, Trauma & Work Related Issues.

Dramatherapist and Clinical Supervisor
HCPC
Advanced Diploma

Carla is an HCPC registered Dramatherapist, Coach and Clinical Supervisor, with over 20 years’ experience of supporting people with grief, change and loss.  She creates an atmosphere of warmth, trust and safety, where clients feel supported and more able to share their thoughts freely.  Dramatherapy is a unique form of psychotherapy, in which creativity helps clients to see things from a different perspective.

Integrative Psychotherapist
MBACP
BSc (Hons), HE Cert, PG Dip.

Julia believes that a trusting relationship between the therapist and the client is fundamental to bringing about positive change and that finding the right therapist is a key part of the healing process.

Before having a career break to bring up her family, Julia was a pharmacist working in NHS primary and secondary care. This developed her interest in mental health and the role of talking therapy as a valid treatment option.

Counsellor and Psychotherapist
MBACP (Accred)
PG Dip, PG Cert

Kirsty is a BACP Accredited Counsellor and Psychotherapist who has been working within the field of therapy and counselling for the past 12 years. She has experience of working as a therapist within NHS Primary Care, Further and Higher Education and the Third Sector.

Kirsty offers a warm, compassionate, and inclusive space for clients to explore their feelings and difficulties and uses a range of modalities within her integrative, client-centred approach.

Psychodynamic Psychotherapist
UKCP, FPC
Level 7 Clinical qualification in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

Hannah is dedicated to offering a non-judgemental and confidential space where you will be listened to. Hannah believes that a supportive and collaborative approach to therapy can help you to gain insight, develop coping strategies and work towards improved emotional well-being and personal growth. It was Hannah’s own realisation that she wanted to learn more about her own emotional reactions to others that sparked her interest in psychotherapy and feeling the benefits of having a greater understanding of herself, is ultimately what led her to train.

Psychotherapeutic Counsellor 
BSc (Hons), PGCE, PG Dip

Do you feel like you’re just hanging on to life? Like you’re surviving life, not living it? Maybe a part of you is anxious, low or angry and another part of you wants to break free from that?

I provide a space where all competing parts of you are heard and heard with compassion. We often try to shut down the thoughts we don’t like and they come back louder, so let’s try the opposite, let’s listen to those thoughts and work out what they’re trying to tell you.

Integrative Counsellor
MBACP
BA(hons), PG Dip.

Establishing a warm, empathic and accepting relationship is at the heart of my counselling approach. As an integrative counsellor I draw on different Humanistic models including, Person-centred, existential and Gestalt approaches. I work in a collaborative way, enabling people to explore their feelings, and to empower themselves to bring change to their lives. The pace and pressures of modern life can present many sources of emotional pain, including low self-esteem, grief, loss, relationships, abuse, identity, addiction, and anxiety.

CHILDREN, YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULTS

Psychotherapeutic Counsellors

Integrative Psychotherapist
UKCP, MBACP
MSc Int.Psych. BA(Hons) PG Dip. Dip Psych. DPC Adult & DPC CYP

Laura is an Integrative Humanistic Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and she integrates the principles, values and theories from a Person-Centered approach and Transactional Analysis. This way of working allows Laura to treat her clients as individuals and therefore is able to offer better support of presenting issues.

Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor
NCPS
Advanced Diploma

Jo is a fully accredited counsellor and clinical supervisor, with over 5000 client hours, working with individuals of all ages.

Half of this time has been spent working with relationships and couples mainly through the charity Relate.

The rest of her time has been focused on helping young people with their mental health, having been employed as the senior counsellor for an education Trust

Jo has an integrative approach to counselling and is a great believer in the power of the therapeutic relationship to provide a safe and supportive environment to enable clients to explore and fulfil their potential.

Integrative Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Coach
MBACP
BA (Hons); PG Dip; Dip Life Coaching; NLP Cert

Who does Becky support?

As an Integrative Psychotherapist, Counsellor & Coach I have a unique & powerful way of supporting you to understand & overcome your past experiences & your current struggles, whilst also helping you to focus on your future. I offer online & in person appointments & I typically support adults & young people who are consumed, limited & held back by their thoughts, feelings, fears, insecurities or unhealthy patterns & therefore lack self-belief & confidence within themselves & their relationships.

Psychotherapist
UKCP, MBACP
BSc, Diploma, PG Diploma.

Susannah is a qualified Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist working with both children and adults.  She is accredited with the UKCP and is also a qualified Adult Psychotherapeutic Counsellor.  Susannah enjoys working across age groups, from young children, adolescents, parents, adults and the elderly.  She has worked in the charity and voluntary sector as well as in Private Practice.  She trained at the Northern Guild for Psychotherapy and is registered with both the BACP and the UKCP.

Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
UKCP, MBACP
DPC CYP

I am a creative ‘integrative therapist’, with a passion for music, art and a Humanistic positive view of people and their potential, which enables me to adapt my way of working to meet the client’s needs and personality with warmth, unconditional positive regard, empathy and congruence.

I have experience working with trauma, stress, anxiety, bereavement, loss, grief, relationship issues, ASD, ADHD, OCD, intrusive thoughts, school/exam pressures, bullying, abuse, family issues, identity, LGBTQ+, self-esteem issues, divorce and self-worth.

Drama Therapist
HCPC, BADth
MA

We all have stories waiting to be told; therapy creates a safe space for them to be heard’.

Following an early career in the arts, and Theatre in Education, a positive and life affirming experience as a client in counselling led to Nancy’s interest in combining her love of the arts, along with her desire for helping others.

Psychotherapist
UKCP, MBACP
BA (Hons); Diploma Psychodynamic Counselling, PG Dip Psychotherapy.

Natascha graduated from Leeds University with a BA Hons in English and Journalism and after an early career in medical recruitment took over the running of a family business, a role she continues to enjoy nearly 25 years later! Following a long-held interest in the world of therapy, Natascha first trained as an adult Psychodynamic Counsellor at the Westminster Pastoral Foundation.

CHILDREN ONLY

Psychotherapeutic Counsellors

Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
BACP
BEd, MA. Ed, Certificate in Creative Supervision, Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling child and adolescent

Clare studied Psychotherapeutic Counselling at the Northern Guild and has over 25 years’ experience of working with children and families across a multi-agency field in both the UK and overseas. Clare has a background in primary teaching and leadership in education which led to her exploring how to provide support beyond the classroom.

Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
UKCP; MBACP
DPC

Sara Caswell trained at Northern Guild and is a compassionate and empathetic therapist who creates a safe and welcoming space for her clients. With a non-judgemental and confidential approach, Sara aims to help her clients gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their situations.

Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
BACP
BA

For nearly 30 years I have enjoyed a career focusing on supporting children and young people. I am currently working towards my BACP accreditation as a Child and Adolescent Therapeutic Counsellor, whilst continuing my career in education.

My career began in primary schools as a class teacher and SENCo. I then moved into specialist advisory work across Yorkshire and have run specialist provisions for children at risk of permanent exclusion. It was during this time that I recognised the lack of therapeutic support for children and young people, and realised the advantageous position a child therapist would have with extensive educational experience.

Chartered Psychologists (Adult and Children)

Consultant Forensic Psychologist
HCPC, BPS
BSc, MSc, C.Psychol, AFBPsS, CSci

Nina has been a qualified Psychologist for over ten years. She is trained in a range of therapeutic modalities affording her the privilege of working with children and adolescents, adults, couples and families. Nina is a Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) trained practitioner to advanced practitioner level. She is also trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), a therapeutic approach that is helpful in processing significant past life experiences that continue to influence the present in both mind and body.

Chartered Forensic Psychologist
BPS, HCPC
C.Psychol, MSc, BSc (hons)

Helen has been a qualified Psychologist since 2017, working within psychological services since 2010. She is trained and experienced in delivering a range of therapeutic modalities including Compassion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Forest Therapy, and Conscious Connected Breathwork. Helen utilises an embodied, trauma-informed approach to support her work, recognising the importance of connecting with the body, as well as the mind, when supporting wellbeing.

Chartered Forensic Psychologist
BPS, HCPC
Psychologist. PgD, MSc, BSc (Hons)

Jo is a Forensic Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and has over 12 years experience providing psychological assessment and treatment interventions within community, inpatient and secure settings.  Jo has worked extensively with a variety of client groups including young people, adult males and females, and individuals with learning disability, mental illness, and personality disorder.

Chartered Forensic Psychologist
BPS, HCPC

With over 20 years post qualification experience, Emma has worked as a Consultant Psychologist within various public sector settings, offering assessment and therapy services to clients with diverse mental health needs.

Chartered Counselling Psychologist
BPS, HCPC
Psychol, D.Couns.Psy, PgDip, Bsc(hons)

Sarah is a qualified Doctor in Counselling Psychology, with 16 years’ post qualification experience within the sector. Over the years she has worked in the NHS, private practice and with charities in a psychological profession

She worked for several years at a national cancer charity in London, before relocating to North Yorkshire, setting up and running a successful private practice.

Chartered and Registered Forensic Psychologist

HCPC, Chartered Member of the British Psychological Society (BPS) Associate Fellow of BPS, BPS Register of Applied Psychology Practice Supervisors (RAPPS)

BSc, MSc, Qualification in Forensic Psychology.

I am a Chartered and Registered Forensic Psychologist with over 10 years of post-qualification experience. I have extensive experience of conducting assessments, delivering psychological therapy and providing training and supervision.

COUPLES COUNSELLING AND ADULTS

Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor
NCPS
Advanced Diploma

Half of this time has been spent working with relationships and couples mainly through the charity Relate.

The rest of her time has been focused on helping young people with their mental health, having been employed as the senior counsellor for an education Trust

Jo has an integrative approach to counselling and is a great believer in the power of the therapeutic relationship to provide a safe and supportive environment to enable clients to explore and fulfil their potential.

Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
UKCP
BSc (Hons), Diploma,

Katie has accreditation with the UKCP as an Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor & has been working in the field of therapy for 13 years in private practice, for EAP services & IAPT services within the NHS and the third sector.

Imago Couples Therapist
UKCP
BSc, MA, PG Dip.

Shan is a UKCP accredited Couples Counsellor who specialises in relationship issues for couples. She has been in private practice for over 10 years. 

Shan helps couples whose relationship or marriage is in crisis. If you don’t do something now, your fear is that you will divorce or separate.

THERAPEUTIC COACHES

Psychotherapist and Coach
MBACP, ICF
BA (Hons), Advanced Diploma, HE Cert.

I am an experienced counsellor and transformative coach.

Therapeutic coaching sessions are about change and action, with a core purpose of closing the gap between how things currently are, and where you want to be. This journey often starts with working out what patterns, beliefs, or relationship dynamics maybe be holding you back from reaching your full potential.

Dramatherapist, Coach and Clinical Supervisor
MBACP, ICF
BA (Hons), Advanced Diploma, HE Cert.

Carla is an HCPC registered Dramatherapist, Coach and Clinical Supervisor, with over 20 years’ experience of supporting people with grief, change and loss.  She creates an atmosphere of warmth, trust and safety, where clients feel supported and more able to share their thoughts freely.  Dramatherapy is a unique form of psychotherapy, in which creativity helps clients to see things from a different perspective.

Psychotherapist, Counsellor and Coach
MBACP
BA (Hons); PG Dip; Dip Life Coaching; NLP Cert

Who does Becky support?

As an Integrative Psychotherapist, Counsellor & Coach I have a unique & powerful way of supporting you to understand & overcome your past experiences & your current struggles, whilst also helping you to focus on your future. I offer online & in person appointments & I typically support adults & young people who are consumed, limited & held back by their thoughts, feelings, fears, insecurities or unhealthy patterns & therefore lack self-belief & confidence within themselves & their relationships.

LIFE COACHES

MBBS MRCGP DRCOG DFFP Member of British Menopause Society

Since qualifying as a GP from Newcastle Medical School in 1994, women’s health and young people’s health have always been at the forefront of my specialist interests. I also have a particular interest in Mental Health and Burnout prevention and recovery.  I have a keen interest in lifestyle medicine.

Coach

Jane Keogh is a deeply intuitive and empathetic personal development coach having gone through her own person journey of trauma recovery.

She helps people navigate stress & anxiety, emotional trauma (PTSD) and focussing on building true emotional resilience and wellbeing so that they can lead a happier more fulfilled life (in every aspect).

She is an NLP master practitioner,  a core dynamics of human conditioning coach, a DiSC trainer (psychometric profiling) and a certified Havening Practitioner.  

Coach and NLP Master Practitioner
Gabby’s passion is to support individuals to make positive changes in their lives and to look forward; to be excited about their life ahead. By partnering with them to raise self awareness, identify strengths and make clear goals, clients gain clarity and focus. She believes that we are all born brilliant, and at all stages in life whether a teenager or a pensioner, we all need meaning and purpose.
Personal Performance Coach

Lorna supports ambitious mid-career professionals looking for step change.

Working with Lorna results in aligned future focused strategic planning and action!

Outcomes include enhanced clarity and decision making; boosted execution and performance; a sense of resetting, leading ultimately to greater fulfilment and sustainable happiness professionally and personally.

COMPLIMENTARY THERAPISTS

Bioresonance & Bowen

Sally is a root cause therapist. She has over 20 years’ experience in this field. Her main aim is to get to the bottom of diseases and/or symptoms, and eliminate them. Using Bioresonance therapy, Bowen therapy, gut health programs & DNA nutrigenetics testing she aims to help you get rid of burdens on the system, find out the areas of your body that need extra help, and get you as healthy as possible. The work Sally does is not a one treatment approach. It takes commitment from her and you, as the patient. 

Core Nutritional Therapy

BA, PGCE, PgDip, MSc Nutrition Science and Practice

Vicky is a Nutritional Therapist with an MSc in Nutrition Science and practice. As well as offering 1:1 nutrition therapy, she is a published nutrition writer and a creator of multi-sensory nutritional experiences. The mind body connection is at the core of her practice, and the topic of her dissertation research, because it’s fundamental to gut and hormone health. She has used her research to create immersive, educational nutrition experiences at Mindful Dinner events across North Yorkshire.

Complementary Medical Practitioner

Teresa is a highly committed and motivated complementary medical practitioner with 30 years experience in a variety of settings including GP surgeries, complementary health clinics, schools, sports centres, hospitals, hospices and cancer centres.

She uses one or a combination of complementary therapies: Emmett Technique, Holistic and Clinical Aromatherapy, Clinical Reflexology, Reflexology Lymph Draining (RLD), Scar Work (MSTR and ScarWorks), Hypnotherapy, Massage, Reiki, Indian Head Massage, and Flower Remedies.

Solution Focused Hypnotherapist

HPD, MNCH (Reg), CNHC

Sarah is an established specialist, having run her practice, Flourish Hypnotherapy, in central Harrogate for over a decade.

A graduate in linguistics with psychology, she moved into hypnotherapy from a professional corporate career in marketing communications and social research.

Delighted by the results of her own personal experience of hypnotherapy in her 20s, she trained to the gold standard Hypnotherapy in Practice Diploma with the Academy of Clinical and Medical Hypnosis and subsequently in Solution Focused methods. Solution Focus is a recognised and evidence-based technique, which concentrates on solutions, rather than dwelling on the problems that brought you to therapy.

Mouna Flow Yoga

200hr ttc + 60hr yin ttc Sampoorna yoga, India

Nicki is a yoga and meditation teacher who offers group classes and 1:1 sessions.

Her passion is helping people to slow down and reconnect to their mind, body and soul, whether that be through asana (physical postures) yoga nidra, breath, sound or meditation. All of these practices have at their heart the means to being less fragmented, reactive and unbalanced, helping you find your way back to wholeness. A massage therapist for over 20years Nicki works intuitively to help release long held stresses and tension, allowing for the free flow of energy and vitality.

MANAGEMENT TEAM

Managing Partner

After graduating with a BA Hons degree in English, Andrea started her career in marketing as a proof-reader and copywriter, later managing clients in demanding retail environments.

Andrea then focused her time raising 3 children, alongside using her creative interior skills to renovate and develop houses, leading to a property portfolio, which she continues to maintain.

Operations Director

Sam’s background is in Marketing and Advertising, with a BA Honours degree in Marketing Management. Sam has spent over 15 years, working with major brands, and building relationships with clients.

Bringing with her the experience of managing large teams, understanding the importance of nurturing colleagues and helping them grow. As part of an expanding team Sam understands Process Mapping, efficiency and appraisal are integral to success – managing budgets and excellent project management are the foundations Sam brings with her to The Harlow.

Managing Partner

Gordon has been in the marketing and communications sector for 25yrs, building and leading his own agency into one of the region’s best performers and championing trust based partnerships with some of Britain’s best loved brands.

Clinical Lead

Psychotherapeutic Counsellor MBACP
BSc (hons); PG Cert, PG Dip

I am an integrative trauma-informed psychotherapist and counsellor. I work from a strengths based perspective and empower those I work with to create change in their lives.

Whilst completing my Psychology BSc (Hons) Degree I began working in the Mental Health sector supporting people in inpatient care, within the community and within their own homes. I also worked with people who have autism and learning disabilities, young children and the elderly. I enjoy connecting with and learning about people from all backgrounds.

Case Manager

 
Anna Wright is a dedicated Case Manager and Client Care specialist here at The Harlow. Anna graduated with a BSc (Hons) degree in Psychology from York St John University in 2021. Her passion for understanding the human mind and fostering well-being led her to The Harlow, where she plays a pivotal role in ensuring clients receive the best possible care.

I wanted to thank you for helping me through a really tough time. I know I am still vulnerable to anxiety and stress but I’ve learnt a lot about myself and feel more confident understanding how I tick and why I react to things the way I do. I owe that to you, so thank you!

Therapy Client

 

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