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Meet The Chesters Team
To book a session at The Chesters Centre, please contact your chosen therapist directly.
Emma Vickers
People often come to therapy because their coping mechanisms have been depleted and life feels like it is happening to them. Therapy will help you to rediscover your agency and equip you with the tools that you need to move forward with hope and resilience.
I have worked extensively with the LGBTQIA+ community and with a wide range of clients seeking to understand themselves and their behaviour more fully.
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My name is Emma and I am queer, non-binary and trans affirmative therapeutic counsellor. I offer both short and long-term counselling and therapy for adults at The Chesters Centre, as well as online. I am passionate about people and their capacity for self-reflection and change. Therapy is for everyone, and its impact can be life-changing.
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Prior to working as a therapist, I worked as an oral historian and lecturer. It was that work that led me to recognise both the value of therapy and the absence of adequate mental health resources for students and staff working in higher education.
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My main way of working is Transactional Analysis (TA). Eric Berne developed TA in the late 1950s. Berne believed that we all possess three ego-states: parent, adult and child. Practitioners of TA use the theory of ego states and other concepts and models (such as scripts and drivers for example) to analyse how individuals communicate with others.
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I am committed to exploring the ways that people have adapted to keep themselves safe and the messages that appear during our most challenging moments. Together, we will work to understand your history and question the unhelpful messages that might be holding you back. I am solution focused and deeply interested in the power of single session therapy, an approach developed and championed by Windy Dryden.
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Training, Qualifications & Experience
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Advanced Diploma Award in Therapeutic Counselling (Transactional Analysis) with SMCP, Manchester.
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Emotional Freedom Technique Level 1
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Registered Member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy)
I receive regular clinical supervision and I am fully insured. I also have a current DBS certificate.
Price and Booking
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£50 for 60 minutes.
Please visit my profile on Counselling Directory for more information.
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Laura Malcolm-Nuttall
My name is Laura and I am a person centred integrative counsellor, life coach & mindfulness practitioner. I am a registered member with the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy.
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My approach to counselling is that the client knows best and therefore I offer a listening ear, empathy and a non-judgemental environment. Confidentiality is of utmost importance within my practice. I hold a warm welcoming, safe space for my clients.
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I have worked with many clients with very different issues and I feel very privileged to be able to fully engage with the process of helping people to become a healthier functioning person. I offer a free consultation of 20 minutes so that we can explore the possibility of working together.
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As a person-centred therapist I have experience of working with clients in the following areas; self esteem, anxiety, depression, relationships, family dynamics, addiction, bereavement, change (click on my Counselling Directory profile below for the full list of areas I can work with).
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I work with adults, young people and children. I am trained in relationship therapy so I work with couples and also family dynamics, for example parents and children.
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Please do get in touch if you feel you would like to explore us working together.
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Training, qualifications & experience
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Level 4 Diploma in therapeutic counselling BACP
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Life coaching diploma (Master coaching academy)
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British wheel of yoga Mindfulness Teacher Training
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BACP -Certificate of proficiency
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Level 3 in education and training
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CPD – outdoor creative therapy, solution-focused therapy, suicidal conversations, children’s mental health, post natal and perinatal wellbeing
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Price and Booking
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For up-to-date pricing and contact details, please visit my profile on Counselling Directory.
Lexine Alpaslan
​With an extensive background of working in mental health, I have worked with problems such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders, mood disorders, trauma, and abuse. I’ve worked with those who have had circumstantial problems such as loss, relationship issues/breakdowns, long standing histories of abuse, adverse childhood experiences, isolation and complex mental health needs. No issue is too much or too overwhelming, as I believe with the right support, patience and care, solutions can be found. Through unravelling the meaning of perceived problems new strategies and new perspectives can be applied – allowing change to begin.
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Training, qualifications & experience
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Masters in Psychotherapy
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Bachelors in Psychology
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Qualified Integrative Therapist
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I have a background in both Person Centred and Integrative Therapy. My approach is always tailored to the individual, working with an underpinning that you have the answers within you and there are tools to bring that into reality. Trained in modalities of CBT, Gestalt, Psychodynamic, Transactional Analysis, Person Centred and other techniques. A priority in my practice is the therapist -client relationship as I believe it must be built on a foundation of trust and feeling safe.
If you would like to get in touch for a free consultation I am more than happy for to provide more information or ask any questions that relate to therapy. It is important that in a therapist-client relationship, you feel safe and heard therefore a consultation is necessary to see if we would be the right for one another.
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For up-to-date pricing and contact details, please visit my profile on Counselling Directory.
Emma Hesketh
I am trained in Person-Centred and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and am an integrative therapist, adapting my approach based on individual client needs. I use a range of techniques and coping strategies to address thoughts, feelings, and behaviour. By listening and understanding, I aim to empower clients to identify their own solutions and work through their challenges.
I currently work with adults aged 18 and over, offering both short-term and long-term therapy. I’m an open-minded, empathic therapist with a down-to-earth professional approach. I’m passionate about helping people improve their mental health and wellbeing, and supporting them in becoming the best version of themselves.
I understand that choosing a counsellor can be a difficult process. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is key to successful counselling. It’s essential that you feel comfortable and safe to explore your issues in an understanding environment.
My main interests are counselling for anxiety, depression, and bereavement, and I also focus on assisting in increasing confidence and self-esteem. My experience covers a wide range of issues, including self-awareness and addressing both past and present challenges affecting your life.
I hold a degree in Advanced Studies in Early Years combined with Childhood and Youth Studies, which has provided me with transferable skills for working with adults and a deep understanding of issues affecting young people aged 18-25. My qualifications also include:
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Level 3 Counselling Skills
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Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
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Level 5 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
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Level 2 in Trauma
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Integral Eye Movement Therapy
Additionally, I have completed various Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses in areas such as bereavement, anxiety, trauma, depression, DBT skills, self sabotage and self-care to continually enhance my practice.
Together, we can explore what has brought you to therapy and decide how to move forward. I offer a free 20-minute telephone consultation to discuss the support I offer and ensure it is right for you. Once you email me your interest, I’ll get back to you within 24 hours (Mon- Friday)please remember to check your junk folder.
The assessment involves me gathering some information about you and what’s brought you to therapy.
Once the assessment is complete and we are both happy to go ahead, I will book you in for your first face to face session at a convenient time for us both.
If you are considering therapy, I invite you to reach out and start the journey towards personal growth and wellbeing.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/counselling/emma-hesketh-liverpool-eng/863378
Parwel Jedras
Stress and personal difficulties are common aspects of life that we all experience at some point. Talking freely about our problems can bring a relief and help us in finding new ways of responding to challenging situations.
How we can work together – Transactional Analysis is an effective and approachable way of working with a wide range of emotional, behavioural and psychological issues. It works by exploring our unique life story which emerged as an outcome of our past experiences, relationships and decisions. By working together to uncover unconscious patterns and enhancing your awareness, you can develop your ability to reconnect with yourself, find your own resources, improve the quality of relationships, and see things from a new perspective so you can choose a new direction.
Experience
I have experience of working with a wide range of issues, including low self-esteem, stress, depression, anxiety, relational problems, bereavement, loss and childhood trauma. I have a professional interest in transgenerational and early life trauma, cultural diversity, educational trauma, and neurodiversity. I am enthusiastic about working with people and I use Transactional Analysis and psychological knowledge to support people’s healing and growth. I offer face to face therapy as well as zoom and phone therapy in English and Polish.
Therapeutic relationship
One of the best predictors of therapeutic outcomes is the quality of the therapeutic relationship. I offer an initial 30-minute online consultation free of charge to discuss how we could work together, after which you will have time to decide if you would like to work with me and arrange another appointment and sign the treatment contract.
Background
I completed my initial training in Psychology (BSc) and I studied Addictive Behaviours (MSc) and motivation and emotion regulation (PhD Psychology). I published work related to addiction, appetite, and motivation. During my career, I was involved in clinical and neuroscientific research, including for the NHS and the World Health Organisation and I taught Applied Psychology on the University of Liverpool MSc. I use knowledge and experience gained during academic career to inform my practice. I completed diploma training in the Person-Centred counselling which operates on the humanistic beliefs, emphasising looking at the whole person, individual uniqueness, our ability to make decisions and potential for growth.
I am currently pursuing a Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Psychotherapy (specialising in TA) at the TA Training Organisation in Leeds, which is a centre of excellence for Transactional Analysis and a UKATA Registered Training Establishment.
Professional memberships
I am a member of the British Association for Psychotherapy and Counselling, a Trainee member of United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy, a student member of United Kingdom Association for Transactional Analysis and International Transactional Analysis Association. I adhere to their ethical and training standards.
Mobile: 07723 423587
Email: pjedras@protonmail.com
Sarah Laird
Hello, my name is Sarah Laird. I am a registered therapist with BACP. My main modality is Transactional Analysis (TA) and I also work with other theories such as body psychotherapy, ecotherapy, and others. I currently have a private practice where I provide face-to-face therapy both indoors and outdoors (and a combination of the two) to adult individuals in the Liverpool area. 
What happens to us in our lives can sometimes disconnect us from ourselves, others, and the world: this can be a momentary experience or it can feel as if it is permanent. For me, relationship is key to restoring that connection – this is how we heal from our traumas, our suffering, our dissatisfactions. As such, I consider that establishing a therapeutic relationship is fundamental to the healing process.
Safety is a vital part of the work. If we do not feel safe enough, we cannot explore what is going on for us or reveal our true selves, so identifying and establishing cues of safety will be a big part of our work together.
I am a member of UKATA and BACP and abide by their code of ethics and professional practice. A requirement of BACP and UKATA is that I have regular supervision and that I have myself been in therapy. This is for your safety and improves my effectiveness.
What I can help with
Abuse, Addictions, Anxiety, Bereavement, Cultural issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Health related issues, Identity issues, Loss, Menopause, Neurodiversity, Relationships, Self-esteem, Spirituality, Stress, Trauma, Women’s issues, Work- related issues
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Types of therapy
Person-centred, Phenomenological, Psychodynamic, Relational, Transactional analysis, Transpersonal
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Clients I work with
Adults, Older adults, Trainees
How I deliver therapy
Long term sessions, Long-term face-to-face work, Online therapy, Outdoor therapy
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Relevant Qualifications
BSc (Hons) Psychology
2-year Diploma in Counselling (person-centred modality)
4 year post graduate training in Transactional Analysis leading to Advanced Diploma in Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy
Certificate in Transactional Analysis (TA 101)
Registered Member MBACP (Certificate of Proficiency)
Mobile: 07749 02 99 44
Email: sarah108laird@gmail.com
Katie Watson
I offer both short and long-term counselling and therapy for adults in Liverpool and online. I am committed to creating a therapeutic space for us that is safe, non-judgemental, empowering and collaborative, where we can actively work towards the change and growth you want to see, and where I walk beside you on your journey as an equal.
As a psychotherapist, I am interested in the stories we tell ourselves, especially those stories that seem to replay at times of stress, loss or great change in our lives, like “I’ll never be good enough” or “this was always going to happen to me”. At some point in our history, these stories may have enabled us to survive, and they can be incredibly nuanced and multi-layered. These stories can determine how we look out into the world, make sense of it and how we engage with other people. Eventually these stories may need rewriting, re-evaluating or shedding completely so that we can move forward. Together we will work to understand your story and how it has lead you here. In doing so, this makes room for a new story to be told and a new self to emerge.
Often, I find that people come to therapy either feeling lost, stuck or confused, unable to picture a way forward. I believe that a lot of the distress we feel comes from things outside of our control. We may not be able to change or stop the events taking place around us, but we can change our relationship to them, how we think about them and how we respond.
I use Transactional Analysis (TA) as my main way of working, a humanistic and versatile form of therapy that focuses on rediscovering your agency and giving voice to the different parts of ourselves (i.e. feelings, thoughts or behaviours) that we either push aside or keep hidden. TA acknowledges the vibrancy, diversity and complexities of each person. I encourage all of my clients to do their own reading around the model as it is very accessible. I also incorporate other therapeutic tools and approaches into my work to broaden and deepen the therapeutic experience for my clients, such as:
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therapeutic writing/creative writing
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trauma-sensitive yoga practices
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emotional freedom technique (also known as EFT or ‘tapping’)
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visualisation
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polyvagal exercises to support with feelings of safety and connection.
Any tools that I introduce into our sessions beyond traditional talking therapy will be with your consent, discussed with you first and aligned with your therapeutic goals. You will be able to easily practise any of the tools I use without me at home.
Typically, short-term work can mean anything from 6-12 sessions. If you would like short-term therapy, I ask that we commit to having at least 4-6 sessions together initially, and then review. I find that this focusses the work and provides a clear date for discussion of progress. If you need more sessions, we will usually extend for another 4-6 sessions and review again. Long-term work is generally anything beyond 12 sessions.
Ultimately, how many sessions you might need will depend on your goals and the nature of the issues we work on. The pace and length of our work together is entirely unique and varies from person to person. If we decide to work together, we would usually meet on the same day at the same time on a weekly basis for 60 minutes. I see clients weekly to start with and will only switch to fortnightly when we have built a positive foundation. This is to give the therapy the strongest possible start.
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Initial session (30 minutes) – Free
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Full therapy session (60 minutes) – £55
I offer a free initial session where we will get to know each other a little more and chat about the reasons why you’ve come to counselling/therapy. I may ask you some questions about your background just to get a sense of what it is like to be you, and you are welcome to ask me anything about how the process works.
We can explore any specific goals you may have in mind for therapy. It’s absolutely fine if you are unsure of what your goals are at this stage – often, these naturally become clearer as we’re going along. We can also use our initial session to discuss practical arrangements too, like what day and time it would be suitable to meet.
katiewatsonpsychotherapy@gmail.com
http://www.katiewatsonpsychotherapy.co.uk/
https://www.bacp.co.uk/therapists/390646/katie-watson/Liverpool