Clouds Counselling

Clouds Counselling and Psychotherapy Ltd., located in the heart of Huddersfield, is a reputable practice that has been offering its services to the town and the surrounding areas since 1995. Our experienced team of therapists provides a wide range of therapeutic services, adapted to suit your unique needs. We offer a free initial telephone consultation before making an appointment to ensure that we can provide you with the best possible support. Our motto is "Be Proud of Who You Are, " and we are committed to helping you become the best version of yourself.

We offer a variety of therapeutic styles, including Brief Focus Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis, and Relate methodologies. Our approach focuses on the "here and now, " and we provide problem-solving strategies that help you make sense of your actions and thoughts. This enables you to identify the changes you want to make and to move your life in a positive direction. We also incorporate yogic breathing and basic movement techniques to decrease anxiety and depression.

Our services are not limited to indoor clinics. We offer outdoor therapy options, such as walk and talk therapy or equine assisted therapy. Our equine assisted therapy sessions are conducted with a team of four horses and a psychotherapist, providing you with a unique and effective therapeutic experience. Additionally, we offer telephone, WhatsApp, and Zoom sessions, allowing you to choose the environment in which you feel most comfortable and secure.

Counselling and Psychotherapy Services

Clouds Counselling and Psychotherapy Ltd. was established in 2003 to provide therapeutic services to adults, young people, families, and couples facing a variety of challenges. We have extensive experience working with employee assistance providers, offering counselling and support to employees and management both on and off-site. We also work contractually for Kirklees, Yorkshire Water, PIVOT Educational Consultancy Ltd, and other large organizations. Our onsite support for companies includes critical incident management and bespoke training packages for various organizations, including local authorities and charitable organizations.

We offer workshops and bespoke training upon request and host a variety of workshops throughout the year, including Shamanic drum journeying with horses. Our therapeutic services cater to both individual and corporate clients, and we can help with a wide range of issues, including:

• Stress and anxiety
• Low self-esteem
• Emotional difficulties
• Past abuse
• Rape and assault
• Bereavement
• Sexuality
• Decision-making
• Life coaching
• Feeling depressed
• Personal development
• Work issues
• Redundancy
• Retirement
• Parenting
• Divorce
• Child, adolescent/young people
• Family issues

Stress Management

Stress can be caused by various factors, including work-related issues, relationships, and family problems. At Clouds Counselling, we help you understand what causes the stress and teach you effective ways to manage the emotions that arise. Gaining clarity and learning to cope with these feelings will help you navigate life's challenges more effectively.

Self-Esteem Improvement

Self-esteem can be influenced by several factors, such as life events and childhood issues, ultimately affecting how we perceive ourselves and the world around us. Low self-esteem can lead to negative emotional and physical well-being. At Clouds Counselling, we help you explore your self-esteem and develop strategies to improve your overall health and well-being.

Abuse Recovery

Abuse of any kind can have a detrimental impact on a person's mental health and well-being, leading to feelings of inferiority and inadequacy. At Clouds Counselling, we work together to explore the type of abuse in detail and focus on ways to recognise and strengthen your resilience.

Grief and Bereavement Support

Losing a loved one can be challenging, and adjusting to life without them can be difficult. People grieve in different ways, and at Clouds Counselling, we support you in expressing your feelings and help you find ways to cope with your loss.