‘Be yourself; everyone else is already taken’
Oscar Wilde
Midland Therapy Group was developed and is managed by counsellors, not corporations.
BECKY WEIR
DIRECTOR/ FOUNDER
Therapy Services Lead | MA, MBACP (Senior Accred.)
Becky has been working as a counsellor since 2006 working with all areas of mental health and difficult life issues, she has a background working with trauma and sexual violence.
She is also EMDR practitioner which allows a specialist approach to trauma work. She is a qualified clinical supervisor and accredited counsellor and member of the BACP. She is also qualified and experienced in working with young people. She is currently training with her dog Luna to provide Animal Assisted Therapy.
MICK GRAHAM
DIRECTOR
Clinical Lead | L6 Dip, MBACP Accred.
Mick is a professional & highly motivated individual who practices predominantly from the person-centred approach, but has experience using other approaches in his work. He has worked as a school counsellor, volunteered in a local hospice and currently specialise in supporting clients affected by trauma and sexual violence.
Mick provides clinical supervision for counsellors and others in the helping professions.
SARAH HICKMAN
DIRECTOR
Counselling Co-ordinator | MSc, MBACP Reg.
Sarah is a BACP registered Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and a Couples and Relationship Counsellor. She graduated from Staffordshire University with a Masters focused around perinatal mental health.
She has also completed further training around Autism and ADHD and is experienced in supporting individuals who have received a late diagnosis.
QUALIFIED
MELANIE DAW
MSc., MBACP Reg.
Melanie is a qualified counsellor working with an integrative approach. This allows her to tailor the work to each of her client's needs, whether this is difficulties with relationships or struggling with anxiety and low self esteem.
She has a background working with bereaved clients and also parents with children with additional needs.
She also completed an MSc exploring the psychological effects of the menopause in women.
HELEN HORTON
FdSc, MBACP Reg.
Helen works using a Person-Centred approach, offering a warm, empathic space in which clients can explore and challenge their thoughts and feelings and be supported to find their way through life’s difficulties.
Helen has a particular interest in how our childhood experiences can impact our relationships; living with neurodiversity (especially when diagnosed later in life); and in loss and grief, whether that be loss of relationship, role or bereavement.
SHELAGH FISHER
BA, MBACP Reg.
Shelagh has been a counsellor since 2006 working with all areas of mental health and difficult life issues, she has a background in drug and alcohol services and specialises in trauma work and sexual violence. She is trained in working with bereavement, mental health, and time limited counselling.
Shelagh is also trained to work with couples and can provide an assessment to discuss this further.
TRACEY BARNES
L4 Dip. MBACP Reg.
Tracey is a qualified Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor and is a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists.
Tracey works predominantly from a person-centred approach, but incorporates various theories and modalities in her work, depending on the unique lived experience of each client.
She has experience working with a wide range of mental health challenges including depression, anxiety, bereavement and relationship issues and has completed additional training with Women’s Aid to help support clients navigate the long term impacts of trauma and domestic abuse.
NEWLY QUALIFIED
HELEN PALMER
Helen is a newly qualified counsellor, having completed a Foundation Degree in Counselling and is undertaking an additional top up degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Helen offers a compassionate safe space for clients to explore difficult thoughts or emotions and navigate through life’s hardships. Working in a person-centred way, we are able to move at your pace and explore what feels helpful to you.
She has experience working with anxiety, depression, low self esteem and currently specialises in sexual violence and trauma.
Trainees
CHYNA CHAMBERS
MSc BACP Student Member
Chyna is currently undertaking her placement as part of her MSc in Psychotherapeutic Counselling at Staffordshire University.
Working from an integrative approach, Chyna is able to adapt her practice to meet the unique needs of each individual. She brings experience from volunteering on crisis helplines and engaging in a range of supportive and educational roles, where she developed a strong foundation in helping people navigate a wide range of emotional and mental health challenges.
CHRISTINE CARTWRIGHT
Lvl. 4 BACP Student Member
Chris is a trainee counsellor and is currently undertaking her L4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. Chris uses a person-centred approach with clients, enabling clients to work at their own pace, working collaboratively to provide space to explore feelings and experiences.
Chris has worked in the health care sector and as a university senior lecturer. She has an interest in Breathworks mindfulness approaches for health and stress, which can be used as part of an integrative approach to counselling.
ROCHELLE BROWN
Lvl. 4 BACP Student Member
Rochelle works using a person centred approach offering a safe and non-judgmental space to support clients to feel heard and understood. She understands that each person is unique and deserves to be treated as an individual. She adapts and provides empathy to clients to help them explore their feelings.
Rochelle brings experience from volunteering on a crisis helpline supporting those in need. Rochelle is passionate about supporting individuals to understand their own emotions, grow and be self-fulfilled.
CRAIG STOCK
L4 Dip. NCPS Student Member
Craig is one of our team of trainee counsellors and is currently undertaking his placement to gain his Diploma in Integrative Therapeutic Counselling.
Craig primarily works from a person centred approach and offers an empathetic, safe, and non-judgemental space for clients to explore their feelings and has a passion for supporting people. He has been a Foster Carer for the last 8 years supporting a variety of young people as well as working with the birth families and professionals.
Craig is committed to helping you explore your experiences, understand your emotions, and discover your own path towards personal growth and fulfilment.
JAMES DELIN
L4 Dip. , BACP Student Member
James is a trainee counsellor currently undertaking his Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. He works from a person-centred approach, offering a warm, non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences at their own pace.
Alongside his training, James brings a background in coaching and creative work, with a particular interest in relationships, emotional awareness, and neurodiversity, including ADHD. He is passionate about helping clients better understand themselves and make meaningful changes in their lives.
PAUL DURNALL
L4 Dip. BACP Student Member
I am a counsellor in training, completing my Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. I have a background in education. I am committed to working alongside clients who are experiencing situations which are having a negative impact on their lives by supporting them to make positive changes to improve their personal situations and reach their full potential. During my sessions I provide a safe, supportive, non-judgemental environment in which clients can express their feelings and discover solutions to the situations they are finding difficult or challenging.
LIANNE MARY
L4 Dip. BACP Student Member
Lianne is one of our team of trainee counsellors and is currently undertaking her placement as part of her Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
Lianne brings a wealth of experience from leading teams and helping to grow and develop successful businesses. Through her leadership roles, she has supported people from a wide range of backgrounds, developing strong skills in communication, empathy, problem-solving, and understanding the challenges people face in both their personal and professional lives.
She is passionate about helping people navigate life’s difficulties, build self-awareness, and develop greater confidence and resilience. Making space for clients to feel heard, valued, and supported.
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