Professional Network Links

Through my professional research and development, I connect with wonderful people, valuable insights, and resources that I love to share and integrate into my network.

On this page, you'll find:


Are you looking for therapy for a friend, partner or family member?

It can be reassuring to receive a personal recommendation on who might be best to talk with. The following list are all known and trusted colleagues who offer therapeutic services online as well as in their local areas. They are all members of professional, ethical bodies and work according to the highest standards. 

Charlie Goodwin is a children and young people's counsellor with a warm, humanistic approach. Charlie is based in Birmingham and works online and in person. You can contact Charlie via http://charliegoodwincounselling.co.uk

Tracey Mountford is a cognitive therapist with a strong interest in social justice, including trans rights and women's rights. She is based in Leamington Spa and works online. You can contact Tracey via https://www.bacp.co.uk/therapists/379662/tracey-mountford/

Erica Paraiso is a psychosexual and relationship therapist and integrative counsellor, and a specialist in working with trans individuals. She's based in Trowbridge and works online and in person. You can contact Erica via https://ericaparaisocounselling.com/

Scania Price is a psycho-spiritual counsellor and psychosexual and relationship therapist, informed by Internal Family Systems. Scania is based in Poole and works online and in person, including outdoor eco-therapy. You can contact Scania via https://www.scaniaprice.com/

Tom Cowan is a person-centred counsellor and relationship therapist working online, with an interest in supporting the LGBTQ+ community. He's based in Brighton and works online. You can contact Tom via https://www.tomcowan.info/


Looking for a different kind of therapy or therapist?

Here are some specialist directories listing private therapy services in the UK.

Black and Asian Therapists Network is a UK-based network supporting Black, Asian, and other therapists of culture. They provide a directory of therapists to connect those seeking therapy with practitioners who reflect their identities. Website: https://www.baatn.org.uk/

Gendered Intelligence supports trans and gender-diverse people in the UK. They offer counselling and psychotherapy services alongside a wealth of resources for gender identity exploration. Website: https://genderedintelligence.co.uk/

Disability Plus provides specialist counselling service for people with different abilities. They're based in Walton-on-Thames and offer online and telephone services. Website: https://www.disabilityplus.co.uk/our-counselling-services/

RNIB Sight Loss Counselling Service offers professional counselling for individuals who are experiencing sight loss, available by phone or online. Website: https://www.rnib.org.uk/services-we-offer/counselling-service/

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy UK  provides DBT-informed therapy for individuals with emotion regulation difficulties, especially those with complex trauma and borderline personality disorder. Website: https://www.dbt-uk.com/ 

College of Psychosexual and Relationship Therapists is the UK’s leading professional association for psychosexual and relationship therapists, offering a directory of qualified therapists who specialise in these areas. Website: https://www.cprt.org.uk/


Other Services

Mind is a charity providing mental health support, including information on services, crisis support, and access to therapies. Website: https://www.mind.org.uk/

Young Minds is a charity focusing on children and young people's mental health, offering support, information, and a helpline for parents and carers. Website: https://www.youngminds.org.uk/

National Autistic Society is a charity offering guidance and support to autistic people and their families. Website: https://www.autism.org.uk/

LGBTQ+ Switchboard is a UK-wide helpline offering confidential support and advice on LGBTQ+ issues, including mental health and well-being. Website: https://switchboard.lgbt/

Samaritans offer a free helpline offering emotional support to anyone in distress, available 24/7. Website: https://www.samaritans.org/

Brighton and Hove Wellbeing Service provides mental health and wellbeing support to residents of Brighton and Hove, offering therapy, wellbeing courses, and more. Website: https://www.brightonandhovewellbeing.org/

NHS Talking Therapies offers free time-limited cognitive behavioural therapy and other kinds of psychological support, available to all residents of the UK. Website: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/mental-health-therapies/

Advocacy in Brighton a list of advocacy services for individuals needing assistance and empowerment to communicate and express their needs in healthcare and beyond. https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/adult-social-care-hub/be-part-your-community/how-advocacy-can-help-you


Professional Resources

The Person-Centred Association is a professional network supporting person-centred therapists, providing resources, training, and a directory of practitioners. Website: https://www.the-pca.org.uk/

The Sweet Track Centre provides professional training in psycho-spiritual counselling informed by humanistic and transpersonal modalities. Website: https://sweet-track-counselling.co.uk/

Internal Family Systems is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on the concept of internal subpersonalities. The site provides resources for both therapists and individuals seeking to explore IFS. Website: https://ifs-institute.com/

Psychosynthesis is an approach to psychology that incorporates both spiritual and psychological development. This site offers resources for training and support. Website: https://www.psychosynthesis.org.uk/

Ecopsychology UK is network that explores the relationships between mental health and the eco-system, offering events and resources in ecopsychology. Website: https://www.ecopsychology.org.uk/

UK Trauma Council provides guidance and resources on trauma-informed care, offering information for both professionals and the general public. Website: https://www.uktraumacouncil.org/

Jill Carter Trauma Training Provides therapy and supervision training, focusing on supporting clients with a history of trauma. Website: https://jillcarter.co.uk/

Greenwood Events offers continuing professional development (CPD) events, with a focus on humanistic, creative and integrative approaches to psychological health and wellbeing. Website: https://greenwoodevents.co.uk/


You can also visit my Directories page for a list of professional directories, or my  Resources page for more resources to support your well-being.