About Us
Peel Psychotherapy Counselling and Training in Newcastle
“It’s our experience that given the right support, safety and freedom to explore difficult scenarios, people are able to make changes and move forward in more beneficial ways of their choice. ”
Our team of highly qualified, experienced psychotherapists, counsellors, psychologists and psychiatrists are dedicated to providing personalised, evidence-based mental health care through ‘talking Therapies’.
Our approach is built around a real-world approach. It’s flexible and tailored to your specific circumstances, ensuring that you receive the most effective treatment possible.
Peel Psychological Consultancy was established in 2012 by Nicole Addis (MSc PGDip DTC) a UKCP registered psychotherapist, supervisor and trainer. Nicole’s philosophy is based on the belief that everyone has the capacity for mental health well being given the right environment.
A multi-disciplinary approach
We have a multidisciplinary approach with specialist practitioners and offer a wide range of talking therapies to suit most psychological presentations such as:
Neurodiversity
Relationship Difficulties
Couple’s Therapy
Anxiety
Depression
Phobias
Loss and Bereavement
Trauma and PTSD
Addictions (Drug / Alcohol / Gambling)
Complex Personality Problems
Anger Management
Family Therapy
Transgender issues
Personal Development
Stress management
Anger management
Eating disorders
LGBTQIA+ challenges
Abuse
Domestic abuse
Infertility counselling
Sexual violence
Walking therapy
FAQs
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Firstly, good on you for reaching out. That can sometime's take a lot of courage. Next, you will receive a warm and friendly response. We are happy to answer any questions and concerns and can do this over the phone if you prefer. If you decide that you’d like to proceed with therapy, the next step is to meet with one of our assessment team to discuss your needs.
The assessment session, lasting up to 50 minutes, will be a thorough exploration of your needs. After the assessment, we will present you with a choice of appropriate psychological intervention.
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Most people* have periods of their lives that feel like a struggle. This is common. Sometimes the challenges that life throws our way have a bigger negative impacts on our mental health and our ability to manage our lives – with relationships, friendships, family or work. Sometimes a life event, such as a loss or upheaval can leave us de-stabilised, feeling unable to cope, out of sorts, exhausted, upset, scared or confused. These are the times when we could all do with a little professional help and support.
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A professional is trained to help and support you in many ways. Objectivity is important. Friends may offer advice based on their personal experiences or biases. A professional provides an objective perspective, helping you explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment.
Our team are trained to help you identify and address underlying issues, develop coping mechanisms, and work through psychological and emotional challenges.
We offer you confidentiality, safety and anonymity. We undertake an ethical investment in your wellbeing separate from our own. Maintain your friends and friendships, talking with friends about your struggles is a great start, but let the professionals do their work to make a long-term difference.
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The answer to this is – anything really. We tend to live busy lives which demand much juggling and offer little support. Sometimes just finding the space to express yourself freely and “off-load” can be enough to resolve even complex issues. And naturally, if something more traumatic has happened and you haven't addressed this, then therapy is particularly useful in beginning to move towards managing the impacts of these things on your life. Common issues we see are:
Bereavement
Separation / divorce
Illness
Retirement
Change of life situations
Relationship Difficulties
Working / Life Demands
Feeling Overwhelmed
Feeling Confused
Feelings of Worthlessness
Stress
Anxiety
Low Mood
Depression
Panic
Confusion
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One size does not fit all, so finding a therapy that best suits your needs is imperative to its success and your benefit. Our Integrative Approach at Peel is able to do just that. We'll advise you of your options so you understand the most fitting approach to fit your needs.
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A good question. Both counselling and psychotherapy are talking therapies, founded in the healing power of relationship. Counselling is usually a briefer therapy, which may focus on the resolution of a single issue. Psychotherapy is a more in-depth treatment for complex issues, and is likely to take place over a greater number of sessions.
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Psychotherapist
A psychotherapist is a mental health professional who will have trained for four or five years and will have the knowledge to work with most presenting issues. However, most psychotherapists have areas of special interest or experience. Psychotherapists often work long term and the therapy may have a psycho-dynamic aspect, linking someone’s past to their current difficulties.Counsellor
A counsellor works in much the same way as a psychotherapist, but usually their training is shorter (two to three years). Counsellors may charge less than a psychotherapist and may specialise in shorter term work.Some would argue that the terms psychotherapist and counsellor may be used interchangeably, since neither title is protected. When selecting a counsellor or psychotherapist, it is always advisable to ask about their qualifications and experience and to check that they are a full member of a reputable professional organisation, such as the UKCP or the BACP.
Clinical Psychologist
Clinical psychologists hold a degree and a PhD in psychology and have usually worked in the NHS. They typically charge more than a counsellor or a psychotherapist. They often have a clinical specialism, such as working with eating disorders.Psychiatrist
A psychiatrist is a doctor who has also qualified as a specialist in psychiatric health. They will mainly work with people who have more severe mental health issues and, although talking therapy may form part of the treatment they offer, prescribing the appropriate medication will usually be a crucial intervention.