Alannah Parkinson

Name: Alannah Parkinson
Address: Alannah Jade Counselling Ltd, Bridgewater House, Surrey Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 7TZ, GB
Telephone: +447729602090
Price range: £65.00 per session

Pronoun: her

Specialises in anxiety, self-esteem and trauma.

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About me

Let’s be honest — looking for a counsellor can feel weird.
It’s a bit like online dating, except instead of searching for "the one," you’re looking for someone who gets you, listens properly, and won’t make you cry into your tea (unless you want to — then tissues and a brew are ready).

I'm Alannah — a Pluralistic Counsellor, Brainspotting Practitioner, and fully signed-up member of the 'humans-trying-their-best' club.
I believe therapy shouldn’t feel scary, formal, or like something you have to "perform" at.
It should feel like a breath that's been released after being held in too long.
A space where you can be real, messy, proud, sad, confused, hilarious, and everything in between — all without judgment.

Sometimes we sit and talk. Sometimes we get creative. Sometimes we cry. Sometimes we laugh (because honestly, life can be utterly ridiculous).
The point is: it's your space. Your pace. Your voice.

You don’t need to be “broken” to come to therapy. You just need to be human.

What My Counselling Offers:

🧡 A calming space: just for you — to feel heard, supported, and understood.
🧡 Someone (that’s me!) who gently helps you access your true feelings without rushing or forcing.
🧡 Room to explore, process, heal, and grow in whatever way works best for you.
🧡 A consistently safe, steady presence — whether you need one session or many.
🧡 A strong cup of coffee (or hot chocolate!) — because small comforts matter.
🧡 Recognisable shifts: greater confidence, more autonomy, and a stronger connection to your voice.

Finding the Right Counsellor

I’ll always say this upfront: finding the right counsellor is so important.
Counselling is about connection, and let’s face it — not every human connects with every other human, and that’s okay.
I encourage you to explore different counsellors until you find someone who feels like a good fit. (And if that's me, I’d be genuinely honoured.)

The Official Bit:

I hold a BSc (Hons) in Counselling and Psychological Interventions, I’m a registered member of the BACP and accredited registrant of NCPS. Additionally, I’m a qualified Brainspotting Practitioner. I am also fully insured, DBS checked and ICO registered,

What I'm Passionate About:

🌿 Anxiety and Stress Management
Anxiety can feel relentless — that constant hum (or roar) of worry that wears you down.
I support you in understanding your anxiety, calming your nervous system, and building practical, real-world strategies that fit your life — not just something that sounds good on paper.

🌿 Trauma and Emotional Healing
Past experiences, especially those from early life, can leave invisible bruises that still ache today.
In a safe, compassionate space, we work gently with those memories — helping you process the pain, reclaim your story, and loosen the grip old wounds can have on your present.

🌿 Self-Esteem and Confidence Building
How you see yourself shapes everything.
Together, we explore your strengths, challenge the old narratives that no longer serve you, and nurture a sense of self-worth that feels authentic, sturdy, and yours — not built on other people’s expectations.

🌿 Neurodiverse Inclusive Therapy
I offer a space where you don’t have to "mask," explain yourself endlessly, or feel squeezed into a box that doesn’t fit.
Whether you're newly exploring your neurodiversity or have known it for years, we work together to understand your needs, honour your identity, and support you in advocating for yourself.

🌿 Inner Child Therapy
We all carry younger versions of ourselves inside — the parts of us that learned to hide, shrink, or survive.
Through creative, compassionate techniques, we reconnect with these parts, offering the understanding, protection, and healing they always deserved.
Because you’re not just "moving on" — you’re moving with all the pieces of who you are.

If You've Made It This Far...

Then I'm genuinely chuffed — and maybe, just maybe, we’re already starting to connect.
If what you’ve read feels right to you, I’d love to hear from you.
No pressure. No awkward sales pitches. Just a simple, friendly conversation when you're ready.

You can reach me by call, text, email, WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, or through my website whatever feels easiest.

Please note:

Due to the nature of my work, I’m often in sessions during the day and unable to answer calls directly.
If you call and I can't pick up, please do leave me a voicemail. I’ll always get back to you as soon as I can.

I'm here when you're ready.

Alannah

Training, qualifications & experience

I hold a BSc (Hons) in Counselling, Coaching, and Psychological Interventions, and I am a qualified Brainspotting Practitioner.
I’m a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and currently working towards accreditation. I'm also a Accredited Registrant of The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)
I also maintain an active enhanced DBS and professional liability insurance.

Continued learning is a huge part of how I work.
I regularly engage in professional development, with additional training in areas including:

Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Inner Child Therapy
Existential Counselling approaches
Trauma-informed practices
Neurodiverse-inclusive therapy model

How We Can Work Together
I offer flexible counselling options to fit your needs, including:

Face-to-face therapy in a warm, sensory-considerate space based in Nelson, Lancashire.
Outdoor Therapy - Arranged following an initial session, risk assessment and signing of individual client agreement.
Online sessions - accessible, private, and secure - Microsoft Teams
Telephone counselling for those who prefer voice-only conversations.

Depending on your goals, we can work together through:

🌿 Anxiety and Stress Management — practical strategies tailored to calm your mind and body, not just ‘manage’ symptoms.

🌿 Trauma and Emotional Healing — using a gentle, client-paced approach including Brainspotting to support emotional processing and resilience-building.

🌿 Self-Esteem and Confidence Building — reconnecting you to your strengths, boundaries, and sense of self-worth.

🌿 Neurodiverse-Affirming Therapy — supporting your journey with identity exploration, emotional self-advocacy, and tailored coping strategies.

🌿 Inner Child and Expressive Therapies — creative methods like journaling, art, and guided imagery to support deeper emotional exploration when words aren’t enough.

I also offer:

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) for those wanting short-term, goal-oriented support.
Single Session Therapy (extended double session, 100 minutes) - A structured session designed to leave you with an immediate support plan and next steps.
If you’d like to find out more about any of the approaches I offer, feel free to reach out.