Deborah

Mrs Deborah Leyland

Counsellor

Verified

“I am a qualified and compassionate counsellor dedicated to providing a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.”

About me

My name is Deborah, and I am a qualified counsellor passionate about supporting individuals through life's challenges in a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental environment. I believe that everyone deserves to feel heard, understood, and valued, and I am committed to helping clients explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences at their own pace. I work collaboratively with clients to build a trusting therapeutic relationship, enabling them to develop greater self-awareness, resilience, and confidence. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, bereavement, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, or life transitions, I offer a compassionate space where you can openly discuss your concerns and work towards positive change.

Approach

I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and positive change when given the right support and understanding. My approach is warm, empathetic, and collaborative, providing a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings openly. I work at your pace, recognising that each person's experiences and challenges are unique. By building a trusting therapeutic relationship, I aim to help you gain greater self-awareness, develop resilience, and find ways to navigate life's difficulties with confidence and clarity. My role is not to tell you what to do, but to support and empower you in discovering your own strengths and solutions.
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Basic information

Languages:

English

Fees:

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In-person & Online

Services

I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. My therapeutic services are tailored to meet individual needs and support personal growth, emotional wellbeing, and positive change. Areas of Support Include: Anxiety and stress management Depression and low mood Bereavement and loss Relationship and family difficulties Low self-esteem and confidence issues Trauma and emotional distress Work-related stress and burnout Life transitions and personal development Women's issues Anger management Loneliness and social isolation

Services Offered:

  • Addiction Counselling

    Counselling specifically focused on substance use or behavioural addictions, addressing the psychological drivers and patterns of dependence.

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  • CBT

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

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  • Child / Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy for children and teenagers using age-appropriate methods, such as play, art, or adapted talk therapy, to address emotional and behavioural difficulties.

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  • Counselling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Divorce Counselling

    Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.

  • Family Therapy

    A form of therapy that works with family members together to improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen relationships within the family system.

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  • Group Therapy

    Therapy conducted with a small group of people who share similar concerns, using peer interaction and diverse perspectives as part of the healing process.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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  • Online Counselling

    Counselling conducted via video, phone, or secure messaging, providing professional support remotely.

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Works With:

  • Adults
  • Children
  • Groups
  • Individuals
  • Parents
  • Adolescents
  • Couples

Area of expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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  • ADHD / Attention Difficulties

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Anger

    An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.

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  • Depression

    A mood disorder marked by persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure, and changes in energy, sleep, or appetite that impair daily functioning.

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  • Family Issues

    Difficulties within the family system, including conflict, communication breakdown, blended family tensions, or intergenerational patterns, that affect individual and collective well-being.

  • Grief, Loss & Bereavement

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss, varying widely in duration and expression.

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  • Self-Care

    Deliberate actions taken to maintain or improve one's own mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

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  • Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

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Professional Title:

  • Counselor

    A trained professional who provides talk therapy to help clients work through emotional, relational, and psychological difficulties.

Credentials

Qualifications

Advanced Counsellor and Psychotherapist Level 4

NIOQ

Year: 2023

Counselling Diploma Level 5

NIOQ

Year: 2025

Shout Volunteer

Mental Health Innovations (Shout)

Year: 2024

Memberships

Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists and Hypnotherapists (ACCPH)

Candidate Member

Membership: 00000004016

Service Areas

New Leaf Private Practice Therapy

In-person & Online

Thorne, England

United Kingdom

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Thorne, United Kingdom