Martin Regan

Do the 'what ifs' and 'shoulds' run through your head constantly, leaving you feeling stuck, anxious and adrift?

Does your inner critic talk down to you, leaving you never feeling good enough?

Perhaps you feel like you're tired and burnt out, always looking after others and living up to their expectations rather than putting yourself first. Do you find yourself looking for approval and validation from others, that you should 'be perfect'

Maybe you just feel a bit lost and uncertain in this changing post-pandemic world?

The pressures of modern society are very real and in recent years, have in many cases been amplified as many of us negotiate challenging times. There is often pressure for us to squeeze more and more in, to be perfect in every aspect of our lives, and to not complain or burden others. This can often leave us overwhelmed and anxious about how to cope and where to go next.

Speaking to someone impartial can truly help.

I'm Martin and I am a qualified counsellor with a focus on relational work. In simple terms, I believe that positive and supportive relationships can heal and I aim to provide a calm experience of such a relationship which acts as a steady base for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, to heal and move forward. In essence, a regular, non judgemental sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life where we can work together to explore and work through what is troubling you.

We will work together to help understand what makes up you. To gain an understanding of yourself and why you process things as you do, in turn building up your resilience and internal strength. To work with your inner self, building compassion and acceptance for yourself, in turn, rebuilding a connection with yourself and those around you.

On my journey, I spent years being told to man up, to keep up the facade in different aspects of my life. I felt that sense of being 'stuck', not knowing how to move forward, never feeling enough. I learnt not to show weakness or burden others until the pressure valve felt like it would pop until I eventually burnout.

Why do I tell you this? Perhaps it's because I want you to know I'm human too or simply because I want you to understand change really is possible. Back then, I was reluctant but reached out to help and a supportive therapist at that point changed my life. I know it can be a big step to ask for help and I'll do my best to put you at ease as we move forward together.

I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and work to their Professional Standards and Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.

Confidentiality is vital to the counselling process. I am registered with the ICO and am GDPR compliant.

Fees are £40 per 50 minute session for either face to face or online sessions. In advance of this, we undertake a 20 minute call either online or via telephone to see if we can work together.

My office is located in South Elmsall with free parking at the nearby Aldi. It is also 5 minutes walk from South Elmsall train station which is on the train line from Doncaster to Leeds. There is very limited one-hour maximum street parking on the main road outside. Please note my office is located on the 1st floor and unfortunately there is no wheelchair access.