Psychotherapy
In rural East Yorkshire or online.
Hi, I'm Frances. I'm a psychotherapist in advanced training, working with adults (18+) in person or online from my practice in rural East Yorkshire, between the Yorkshire Wolds and the East Yorkshire coast. I'm within reach of Driffield, Bridlington, Hornsea, Beverley, Hull, Pocklington and the surrounding villages.
You might be here because life feels difficult in some way. Maybe you're struggling with a persistent sense of not being enough, feeling different from others, or believing there's something wrong with you. You may have learned to keep your feelings hidden, put other people's needs first, or find it difficult to trust, set boundaries, or feel safe in relationships. Beneath it all, there may be a lingering sense of emptiness, loneliness, disconnection, or feeling weighed down, or a sense that life has become more about coping than living.
These are just some of the reasons people come to therapy. You don’t need a clear explanation for seeking support, or to know exactly what you would like to gain. Part of our work together can be to explore what’s bringing you here, and to find a way forward that feels meaningful for you.
Working at your own pace, we can explore what you are really feeling, the deeper beliefs you hold about yourself, the experiences that have shaped your life, and the ways you’ve learned to cope. Therapy is a space to notice these and to begin to feel less defined by them, while also making room for more of yourself to come into view — often in ways that are hard to fully describe, but can feel like being more at ease, less held back, and able to live more fully as who you are.
Therapy offers the opportunity to
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Feel truly heard
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Experience a supportive relationship where every part of you is welcome
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Feel a stronger sense of belonging with yourself and in your relationships
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Make sense of painful or confusing experiences and begin to heal from them
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Explore patterns in thoughts, feelings and relationships that may be holding you back
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Develop a kinder, more compassionate relationship with yourself
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Feel more whole and grounded in who you are
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Discover who you are beyond the expectations others have placed on you
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Feel more confident and empowered to make choices about your life and how you want to live it
About Me
I work in a relational and integrative way, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches and allowing the work to be shaped around you. I don’t believe one single approach fits every person.
The relationship we build together is an important part of the work. I aim to offer a space where you feel safe, respected and able to be yourself. At times, we may also explore what happens between us, as this can offer insight into how you experience yourself in relation to others, and how this may be showing up in your life outside of therapy.
In relational therapy, the focus is not only on how you feel within yourself, but on how your sense of self is shaped through your relationships with others.
At times, you might notice different sides of yourself pulling in different directions. We can take time to explore these parts, particularly those that feel difficult or hard to accept, and begin to understand them in a more compassionate way.
I enjoy working with people over a longer period of time, taking the time to get to the root of what they are experiencing.
I have worked with many people who have been looking to understand themselves more deeply and make sense of their experiences in a fuller way.
Something I really enjoy about my work is the opportunity to work with a wide range of people, including neurodivergent clients and people with different experiences of identity, relationships, and life stages, each bringing their own lived experience and perspective.
My own experience of therapy played an important role in inspiring me to pursue professional training, as I wanted to be able to offer others the kind of thoughtful and supportive space I experienced.
I work from a place of open-mindedness and curiosity. I’m interested in getting to know you, and in supporting you as you explore who you are and what matters to you.
Training & Qualifications
I have recently completed an advanced four-year postgraduate training programme in Relational Integrative Psychotherapy and am working towards accreditation with the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP), the leading organisation for psychotherapists in the UK. I adhere to their code of ethics and maintain professional standards through ongoing development.
I hold full professional liability insurance and attend regular clinical supervision to support safe, ethical and reflective practice.
Next Steps
Schedule a Free Telephone Call/Book an Initial Session
If you're unsure about whether psychotherapy is the right fit for you, or you just want to learn more, I offer a free 15-minute telephone consultation. This will give us a chance to talk about what you're looking for help with and to ensure we’re a good fit. If you’re ready to move forward, we can book an initial session.
Fees
Sessions are 60 minutes long and the cost is £45 per session. This rate reflects my trainee status and will be reviewed from time to time. Fees are payable by cash or bank transfer.
Contact Me
If you’d like to schedule a call, or if you have any questions, please contact me:
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Phone/Text: 07450039642
If I’m unable to answer your call, please leave a voice message and I will get back to you as soon as possible. -
Email: therapywithfrances@gmail.com
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Or use the contact form below
I see clients in-person at;
Foston-on-the-Wolds, located near Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire, YO25 8BJ
I also see clients online.
