Leih Steggall

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BSc(Hons) DipCouns. HPD(NCH) (MBACP) (NCPS)Acc
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location_on Chester, Cheshire, CH2
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About me

Hello, I’m Leih. Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from those around you? Perhaps you're struggling with depression, navigating the complexities of midlife, or dealing with the painful experience of family estrangement. You don’t have to face these challenges alone—I’m here to help.

As a trauma-informed psychotherapist and clinical hypnotherapist, I specialize in helping individuals like you who are seeking understanding, healing, and a path forward. My approach is warm and non-judgmental, creating a space where you can feel safe to explore your emotions and experiences at your own pace.

Together, we’ll unravel the root causes of your pain using a holistic blend of mindfulness, somatic practices, polyvagal theory, parts work, and solution-focused therapy, all integrated with a humanistic approach. If relaxation is a struggle, I offer hypnotherapy to help you ease into the therapeutic process.

Are you ready to feel heard, understood, and supported? I’m particularly passionate about working with adults who have experienced trauma, those grappling with anxiety or depression, individuals who feel lost or unfulfilled in midlife and adults who are estranged from family members. I also offer group therapy for those facing loneliness, navigating midlife  or seeking connection with others who share similar experiences particularly related to adult family estrangement.

Clients often describe our work together as transformative. As one shared, “Leih has facilitated my journey beautifully. I have a new perspective on life and invaluable tools to help me navigate through the rest of life’s challenges.

If you’re ready to take the first step towards healing, let’s connect. Together, we can find the clarity and peace you’re looking for.

Training, Qualifications & Experience

BSc Degree (1st class) Integrative Counselling
Level 4 Diploma Person-Centred Integrative Counselling
NCH Diploma Hypnotherapy
NPD Diploma Advanced Hypnotherapy D.A.H.
Emotional Freedom Technique, Advanced Practitioner
Certificate in Gestalt Therapy
Certificate in Principles of Transactional Analysis
Certificate in Attachment Theory

Certificate in Trauma -Informed Stabilisation Treatment, working with substance abuse. eating disorders, compulsive self-harm and suicidality.

Certificate in Development of Polyvagal Theory with Deb Dana.

Certificate in Delivering Group Therapy. The Link Centre. Dr Rachael Hopping.

Certificate of Professional Development in Group Therapy. Evidenced based strategies to facilitate and develop dynamic purposeful group therapy.

*Currently studying MSc in Advanced Counselling and Psychotherapy.

With over twenty years of experience teaching and caring for students and vulnerable adults, I bring deep empathy and understanding to my practice. I’m committed to continuous learning and professional development, ensuring you receive the highest quality of care.

As a registered member of the BACP (MBACP), an accredited member of the NCPS (ACCRED), and a registered member of the NCH (Cert), I adhere to strict ethical standards to protect your well-being.

Ready to start your journey? Let’s work together to build a brighter, more fulfilling future.

Training, qualifications & experience

  • BSc Degree (1st class) Integrative Counselling.
  • Level 4 Diploma Person Centred Integrative Counselling.
  • NCH Diploma Hypnotherapy
  • NPD Diploma Advanced Hypnotherapy D.A.H
  • Emotional Freedom Technique, Advanced Practitioner.
  • Certificate in Gestalt Therapy April 22, 2020.
  • Certificate in Principles of Transactional Analysis  January 27, 2021.
  • Certificate in Attachment Theory. January 11, 2021.
  • Certificate in Trauma-informed Stabilisation Treatment
  • Certificate in Polyvagal Theory
  • Certificate in Delivering Group Therapy.

Prior to  becoming a psychotherapist I have over twenty years teaching and caring for students and vulnerable adults. 

I have volunteered in various charities including Mind UK, offering face to face counselling.

I am committed to regularly engaging in training and I attend monthly supervision with an experienced supervisor.

  • Registered member of the BACP (MBACP)
  • Accredited  member of the NCPS (ACCRED)
  • Registered Member of the NCH (Cert)

I adhere to the code of conduct for each of my professional memberships

Member organisations

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Registered / Accredited

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NCPS
National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)

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BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.

Accredited register membership

National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society
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National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

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Fees

£60.00 per session
Free initial telephone session

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Additional information

Free initial phone consultation 15-20 mins

Single session £60.00 - 60 minutes 

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I value integrity, professionalism, connection and I have a radical commitment to equity, respect and above all a passion for my profession.

If you feel I may be able to help you, I would love to connect with you.

Chester, Cheshire, CH2

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