Services

What to expect

I offer confidential counselling from a comfortable and private therapy room situated in Crossgates, just opposite the Arndale Centre. I also offer confidential counselling online as well if you would prefer to conduct the sessions from the comfort of your own home. Sessions typically last for 50 minutes and I am happy to offer a free, no obligation 30 minute phone consultation. This is an opportunity for us to discuss your needs and expectations, and how we might work together. My fees are £55 for in person and £50 for online and is payable 24 hours prior to each session. The length of time we work together is entirely up to you, and I do review our work at agreed times to ensure your needs are being met, and that you are receiving value for money.

If you choose to work with me, you will notice that you are at the centre of your therapy sessions. In a nutshell, this means you are the focus, and always will be. You choose what we discuss, what changes you want to make, and how you would like your future to look.

Building a positive relationship is the most important part of our work together, as this is what really helps you to make the changes you want. Ultimately my goal is for us to build trust, and for you to be able to be yourself and feel assured that you are not going to be judged in any way. 

What I can help with

I have successfully supported people with a range of difficulties and challenges, some, but not all of these are detailed below.

Anxiety/Depression
Low self-esteem/confidence
Work/School Problems
Suicide/Suicidal idealisation
Relationship Difficulties
Identity Concerns
Grief/Bereavement/Loss
ADHD/Bipolar Disorder

Sometimes life can be overwhelming and stressful, and the overall aim of our work together is to provide you with the opportunity to reach a point in life, where you are living in a more satisfying and contented way.

About Me

Qualifications/Career

  • Post graduate diploma in counselling and psychotherapy – Leeds Beckett University
  • Post graduate certificate in counselling and interpersonal skills – Leeds Beckett University
  • BA (HONS) in youth and community work – Leeds Beckett University

My passion for understanding people and wanting to help others is what led me into counselling. After spending years in managerial roles, I decided to follow my dream of working with young people. I spent time volunteering for local youth groups and progressed to a qualified youth worker and young person mentor in local authorities.

After a number of years I transitioned into social services where I still work today, and I believe this compliments my therapy practice; however I knew I wanted to work at a much deeper level, and be able to spend quality time really getting to know a person and exploring their fears, hopes and dreams together. 

I have worked as a counsellor at a Leeds based faith charity with adults and young people, and also a Leeds charity who support young people aged 16 - 25 years old. I have significant experience of working with this age range, and I am passionate about empowering young people and supporting in what can be a very challenging time. I have a keen interest in working with single parents and women suffering from any form of abuse.

On a personal note, I am a Mum to two young children and in my spare time I enjoy reading, self-development and drinking lots of coffee!

As a registered member of the BACP, I actively seek out opportunities to continue my personal development. I will be providing on line therapy options in the Summer of 2020, if this is something that might be of interest to you.   I feel privileged to hold such a trusted position as a therapist, and you can be assured of a high standard of care when we work together.  

Heal the past, live the present, dream the future

Check out what clients say

Trust is a huge part of any successful relationship and the counselling relationship is no different! I wanted to include some of the amazing feedback I regularly receive from my clients as I believe this helps to build trust between us before we even meet. It's a privilege to help so many people and I look forward to supporting you on journey, however that may look!

I have seen a handful of therapists and counsellors in the past that haven’t helped. I have been seeing Cherise for over a year now and she is fantastic! She listens and understands and most importantly she has the life experience to relate to the challenges I face.
Cherise has helped me with a variety of challenges such as my self-esteem, relationships issues, work and children. She has changed my life, and I am very grateful to her.
Katie

2024

Cherise worked with me for over 18 months. The guidance and techniques she has given for managing anxiety and negative thinking have supported me through some life changing events – always in a safe and non-judgemental environment. At times it has felt like having a coffee with a trusted friend! Thank you again.
Joanne

2023

Cherise and I have been working together for just over 2 years now, and reaching out for help was one of the best things I have ever done. I had never had counselling before coming to Cherise but she made me feel immediately at ease and comfortable and I was able to take fast progress with addressing my anxiety. I have come a long way during my work with Cherise and continue to improve my life with our sessions.
Sophie

2024

Never thought I would need therapy, but probably none of us think that anyway. Not going to lie, I was looking for someone close to where I live so I wouldn’t have to travel, that’s how I found Cherise. I was nervous coming to my first appointment, but she reassured me and put me at ease. Working with her so far has been amazing – she is very good at helping me identify my triggers and figuring out the ways I could try and change my reactions to certain things.
Cherise is very professional but also friendly and understanding – she listens to what I say and is always so helpful with her advice. I can definitely say the therapy is working – since starting I have made some changes to my life, and I do feel I can breathe a little easier. Don’t get me wrong, it’s a lot of hard work and I need to put a lot of effort in. It can be uncomfortable and emotional at times but the progress I have made is worth it!
AO

2024

After many years of struggling to cope with complex issues from childhood trauma to grief from losing loved ones, I found myself desperately needing help. Counselling was something I was sceptical about, opening up to someone I did not know. I had tried it before and struggled to develop a connection. I was encouraged to try one more time and was recommended Cherise through family.
From our first chat we developed rapport straight away and I immediately felt comfortable. Cherise's professionalism and relaxed, non-judgemental approach made me feel like I had been talking with her for years.
Our regular chats took me from a very dark place to a place of utter happiness I never thought I'd get back to. Reaching out to Cherise was the best decision I could've made
Paul

2024

From my first initial consultation Cherise put me at ease. I have struggled with anxiety for as long as I can remember and believed it was just who I was as a person and with Cherise’s help I now know this is not the case!
She has worked with me to find practical coping strategies and helped to break down my problems to understand the root of the issues. I feel much more positive and confident in myself now and everyday anxieties are much more manageable. With her help I’ve managed to do things that I thought I would never be able to. I would highly recommend Cherise; I couldn’t have done it without her!
Hannah

2023

Have questions or would like to talk?

You can get in touch with me via my contact form. I will get back to you as soon as possible.

Contact Us

Need some help?

info@cheriseainleycounselling.co.uk

Appointments

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