Phoenix Counselling and Therapy Services CIC is a not-for-profit organisation based in Stockton-on-Tees. We provide counselling and psychotherapy for children, adults and whole families. We also provide clinical supervision, for therapists and other helping professionals. as well as various assessments for adults, children, and families. We work with neurodivergent, Autistic and ADHD adults and children as well as neurotypical people with mental health difficulties and who may have suffered trauma.
Run by qualified therapists Peter and Amanda we bring extensive professional and personal experience, working with neurodivergent people, adoption, trauma, and attachment. Peter is also a registered social worker and clinical supervisor.
We are trained in Non-Violent Resistance (NVR) and offer individual and group support for families experiencing child-to-parent violence.
Our integrated approach is tailored to each individual. We support issues such as anxiety, depression, bereavement, abuse, and low self-esteem in a safe, non-judgmental space.
We’re registered with BACP and NCPS. Sessions are available in-person or online.
Free initial phone consultations available. Get in touch to find out more.
About Us
Our Services
Mission
At Phoenix Counselling and Therapy Services CIC, our mission is to provide high-quality, inclusive, compassionate care to individuals, and families struggling with mental health issues. We believe that therapy should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their background, brain type or financial situation.
Approach
We take a client-centred approach to therapy, focusing on the unique needs and goals of each individual. Our therapists are trained in a variety of evidence-based techniques and tailor their approach to best meet the needs of their clients.
Specialties
We offer clinical supervision as well as personal therapy. We work with neurodivergent people, alexithymia, adoption, attachment issues, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Our therapists also have expertise in working with LGBTQ+ individuals, diverse ethnic backgrounds, and those with chronic illness or disability.
Our Services
Clinical Supervision Peter is qualified to diploma level in clinical supervision. He uses the 7 eyed model approach providing supervision for counsellors and psychotherapists with seven areas of focus. This encompass the client, the therapist, the supervisor, the relationships between therapist, client and supervisor, and the wider system. Peter uses creativity with supervisees to enhance their awareness and understanding of themselves, their clients and the counselling process. Peter offers support, guidance and facilitates a trusting relationship with you through your journey as a therapist, empowering newly qualified and experienced therapists to develop and progress. Peter offers 1-1 supervision, in person or via video calls.
Individual Therapy Are you going through a difficult time or finding things hard to deal with? Are you in need of some support? Have you reached a point in your personal or professional life where you need a different perspective? We have a special interest in working with neurodivergent people and have experience both personally and professionally of different neurological conditions. We have experience of working with families who have adopted and looked after children, as well as individual adults and children and birth families.
Issues we work with We have experience of working with people who may be experiencing issues which include, anxiety, depression, bereavement, rape, childhood sexual abuse and low self esteem. We work collaboratively empowering people to find answers or solutions to their problems with no judgement.
Groups Are you feeling lonely/isolated or would just like to connect with your community? Unable to afford private therapy but would benefit from group work? Are you in personal therapy but would like the addition of group work? Perhaps you are nearing the end of therapy but would still like some therapeutic input? If you have answered yes to any of these questions one of our groups may be an option for you. We are setting up the following groups. 1 Parent/Carer and child group play / attachment work. 2 Adult neurodivergent group 3 Teenage group (11+) 4 Parent support group Please register your interest for further details. Contact Amanda via text on 07716594977
Trauma Therapy Our trauma therapy sessions provide a safe and supportive environment to help you process and heal from traumatic experiences. We use evidence-based practices to help you overcome the effects of trauma and improve your mental well-being.
Sensory Room Our specialist sensory room was designed for all ages to have a safe space in which to decompress and relax. We can also use this space for therapy with some clients.
Our Directors
Meet our directors - from left to right: Amanda, Naomi and Peter. Together we are dedicated to running a community based therapy services that's accessible to all.
Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.
- Albert Einstein
Client Testimonials
Client
Amanda and Peter recently worked with our daughter and family. The difference in our daughter is huge, we can not thank them enough.
Client
Amanda has been incredible — not just for our daughter, but for our whole family. The transformation we’ve seen has been truly heartwarming. Our daughter went from crying most nights, refusing school, and never leaving my side… to becoming independent, content, and genuinely happy. She looked forward to every session and is actually sad they’ve come to an end. We’re so grateful for the care, understanding, and support Amanda has given. We honestly can’t thank her enough.”
Client
Peter is great therapist, who has worked wonders for our family. We are truly grateful and would recommend to everyone.
What is Phoenix Counselling and Therapy Services CIC? Phoenix Counselling and Therapy Services CIC is community interest company. We are a non profit making organisation incorporating a psychotherapy practice that offers individual, family and group work. We help clients work through a range of mental health challenges. We also provide training to therapists as well as external organisations who want to work with and understand neurodivergence and mental health.
What Types of Services do you Offer? We provide therapeutic assessments including MIM assessments tailored to the individual or families needs. . We offer a range of evidence-based therapies, using an integrative approach Including creative therapies, EMDR, attachment, CBT, person centred, psychodynamic, as well as other therapies.
How long are Therapy Sessions? Individual therapy sessions are typically 50 minutes long, while EMDR therapy sessions can be around 90 minutes long. The length of each session may vary depending on the needs of the client.