Amanda Wood Counselling Service

Welcome to Amanda Wood Counselling Service, a professional and compassionate counselling practice located in Penistone, South Yorkshire. Our counsellor, Amanda Wood, is an experienced and qualified practitioner dedicated to providing a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals, couples, and children seeking support and guidance. We are easily accessible from Barnsley, Penistone, Cawthorne, Silkstone, Stocksbridge, Sheffield, Holmfirth, Denby Dale, and the surrounding areas.

Current Update - December 2023

We are currently offering appointments via telephone, FaceTime, Zoom, or Skype on Wednesdays, as well as office appointments on Mondays and Thursdays. At this time of change and uncertainty, maintaining a routine and engaging in hobbies can help reduce anxiety. We encourage clients to create a quiet and comfortable space at home for their sessions, providing a sense of familiarity and continuity.

Services Offered

At Amanda Wood Counselling Service, we offer a range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of each client:

• Individual Counselling: For adults seeking personal growth, healing, and understanding, we offer one-on-one counselling sessions utilizing person-centred, cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), and solution-focused techniques.

• Couples Counselling: Designed for couples facing relationship challenges or wishing to strengthen their bond. We help facilitate open communication, understanding, and conflict resolution in a safe and supportive environment.

• Child, Adolescent, and Teenager Counselling: With a background in supporting children from the age of 8 and up, we offer tailored counselling services for young clients, addressing issues such as bullying, low self-esteem, and depression.

• Supervision (For Counsellors & Allied Professions): Amanda Wood provides guidance and support for fellow counsellors and professionals in related fields, ensuring best practices and ethical conduct.

• Mentoring & Life Balance Sessions for Professionals: Personalised sessions addressing work-life balance, stress management, and career development, designed for professionals seeking support and improvement.

Areas of Expertise

• Abuse
• Addiction
• Anger Management
• Anxiety
• Bereavement
• Bullying
• Career Counselling
• Child-Related Issues
• Couples Counselling
• Debt Issues
• Dementia
• Depression
• Eating Disorders
• Fertility Issues
• Isolation
• Low Self-Confidence
• Low Self-Esteem
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
• Phobias
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Postnatal Depression
• Relationship Issues
• Sexual Issues
• Sexuality
• Stress
• Termination/Abortion/Miscarriage
• Trauma
• Work-Related Issues

Our Counsellor: Amanda Wood

Amanda Wood is a qualified counsellor (Dip Couns MBACP), supervisor, and couples counsellor. She works in a humanistic-person-centred manner, emphasizing honesty, fairness, and an optimistic non-directive approach. Amanda is committed to providing a supportive and confidential environment where clients can feel heard, respected, and guided in their journey towards healing, understanding, and growth.