Counselling for people who feel different
Counselling in York and online across the UK for adults who feel misunderstood, feel the need to mask, live outside the norm, or are unsure where they belong.
You don't need to fit in to belong
Sometimes it can feel as though everyone else has been given a guidebook to life that you somehow missed.
Perhaps you've always felt different. Maybe you're neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, disabled, living in a larger body or living a life outside of societal norms. You might be navigating parenting challenges with neurodivergent, disabled or adopted children, or simply struggling with a sense that you don't quite fit.
This can cause anxiety, stress, overwhelm, depression, burnout, low self-esteem or a feeling of disconnection from yourself and others.
Whatever has brought you here, you deserve a space where you can be yourself without having to explain, mask or justify who you are.
At Northlight Therapy, I offer warm, person-centred counselling in York and online across the UK for adults who want to understand themselves more deeply, work through difficulties, and find a greater sense of acceptance, connection and belonging. Together we can build a collaborative relationship where we can work out what you need, heal what needs healing and create a path to where you want to be.
My approach is neuroaffirming, LGBTQ+ affirming, trauma-informed and body positive. As a counsellor, I believe that many of the difficulties people experience make sense in the context of their early lives, relationships and experiences.
Together, we can explore whatever feels important to you, at a pace that feels right.
Why choose Northlight Therapy?
You don't need a diagnosis or a label
Support is available whether you have been given a diagnosis or label, given yourself a label or are questioning or simply exploring.
Bring your whole self
No need to mask, explain or justify who you are, or hide parts of you
Therapy that moves at your pace
We work together in a way that feels safe and manageable.
Online or in York
Flexible support wherever you are.
Quick Facts
Everything you need to know at a glance.
I can help with:
✓ Anxiety and overwhelm
✓ Autistic burnout, masking and related challenges
✓ ADHD, executive functioning and overwhelm
✓ Identity and belonging
✓ LGBTQ+ identity, experiences and acceptance
✓ Self-esteem and self-acceptance
✓ Difficult life experiences
✓ Parenting and caring responsibilities, particularly with disabled or SEND children, or adopted children
✓ Feeling different or misunderstood
Practical Information:
✓ Counselling in York
✓ Online counselling across the UK
✓ 50-minute and 75-minute sessions
✓ £55 per 50-minute session or £82.50 per 75-minute session
Therapy that recognises the impact of masking, burnout, sensory differences and living in a world not designed for you
A space to explore identity, relationships, belonging and life experiences without judgement.
Support for the unique challenges, emotions and responsibilities that can come with parenting differently wired or abled children.
For anyone who has spent their life feeling different, or feeling they don't know who they are.
Get in Touch
Whether you have questions about counselling, want to arrange a free 20 minute introductory call, or simply want to find out whether I'm the right therapist for you, you're welcome to get in touch. I aim to respond to all queries within two working days.
You can also email jo@northlighttherapy.co.uk
What happens next?
- Send me a message using the form above.
- I'll reply within 2 working days.
- We'll arrange a free 20 minute introductory video call if you'd like one.
- If we decide to work together, we'll book your first session.
