Noreen Ratcliffe

Hi, I’m Noreen. I am an Integrative Humanistic Counsellor with my core influence being the therapeutic relationship. I have nine years’ experience working in this way. I am an Accredited Member of the BACP. I am interested in anxiety and depression, bereavement and historic issues and their influence on who we are now. I have experience of working with many different issues throughout the years.

Hayley Knaggs

Hi, I’m Hayley. I’m a BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist. I have over fifteen years’ experience of working within both adult and child and adolescent mental health services within the NHS and private practice. I have extensive experience of working with a range of difficulties such as anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, trauma and eating disorders. I am passionate and committed to helping individuals understand what their problem is and working together to find strategies to overcome difficulties and improve quality of life.

Becky Holt

Hi, I’m Becky. I have twenty years’ experience of working with anxiety and depression, seven of these as a BACP Registered Integrative Counsellor. I incorporate elements of CBT when clients may benefit from a collaborative behavioural approach. I use a warm and empathetic approach to facilitate awareness and any changes desired by the client. My particular areas of experience and interest include relationship issues (including domestic abuse),  the perinatal period and diversity.

Phil Hindle

Hi, I’m Phil. I’m a BACP Registered Counsellor and IPT UK Accredited Interpersonal Psychotherapist. I have over twenty years’ experience of working in addictions and mental health services. I’m an integrative, relational therapist and I draw from a range of approaches including Transactional Analysis and Gestalt therapies. I have substantial experience of working with a range of issues and my special interests are working with childhood trauma and addictions. My fundamental belief is that, no matter where you are in your life and whatever your struggles are, you are worthwhile, valuable and have the power to change.

Tanya Parkin

Hi, I’m Tanya, a BACP Registered Counsellor and eco-therapist (nature therapy). With 15 years’ experience in mental health and therapeutic support, I offer a warm, person-centred approach to therapy, aiming to create a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences. I tailor our sessions to your unique needs, facilitating honesty, self-awareness, and the freedom to express your emotions. My experience includes working with anxiety, depression, stress, bereavement, domestic abuse, life transitions, and personal or spiritual growth.

The Focus Pledge

We Will Put You First

We will make sure you are in charge of your care and that the service we provide exceeds your expectations.

We Will Care

We will treat you with the compassion, empathy, kindness and respect you deserve every time you see us.

We Will Be Responsive

We will contact you within 24 hours of receiving your initial enquiry and offer you your first appointment within 7 days.

We Will Be Accountable

In the unlikely event we make them, we will own our mistakes, promptly and openly.

We Will Prioritise Your Safety

We will provide a safe, confidential environment with therapists specifically chosen for their clinical experience and expertise.

Why Choose Us?

Here are the things that make Focus Wellbeing Services different

Highly Experienced

At Focus Wellbeing Services, we have over 20 years’ experience of providing high quality counselling and CBT. Understanding your needs and helping you get to where you want to be in life are at the heart of what we do.

Great Location

Focus Wellbeing Services are just off North Bar in Beverley in the East Riding of Yorkshire. Named ‘The Focus Centre’, our newly refurbished centre is a tranquil haven, perfect for therapy.

Choice of Therapies

We offer a wide range of therapies, delivered by highly experienced therapists. Whatever your preferences or needs, we are confident we will have a therapist who is just right for you and your requirements.

Quick & Easy Booking

You can refer yourself quickly and easily using our online booking form. Once you’ve attended your first session, booking and paying for your therapy couldn’t be easier with our online client portal.

Excellent Facilities

Here at Focus Wellbeing Services in Beverley, all our therapy rooms are newly refurbished, comfortable, quiet and therefore perfect for therapy. We have a large waiting area with free refreshments and free wi-fi.

Our 'Best Match' Principle

We will help you take the stress out of choosing the right therapist. Using our ‘Best Match’ principle, we will match you to a therapist most suited to your needs. Click here to find out how we do this.

What We Offer

We offer a range of services to help you improve your mental wellbeing and fulfil your potential

Counselling

Person-Centred Counselling

Facilitate your personal growth and fulfil your potential with one of the most widely-used therapies.

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EMDR

EMDR

Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR) alters the way your memories are stored, helping you overcome distressing life events.

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

CBT helps you manage problems by recognising how your thoughts can affect your feelings and behaviour.

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Very friendly, professional people who will listen, empathise and guide you in the right direction. You can’t go wrong.

Focus Client

I feel I have made a good deal of progress with Focus and continue to use strategies I have learned in my day-to-day life.

Focus Client

I’m so pleased I came to Focus, it has helped me so much. I feel I can cope now. My counsellor has been brilliant and so easy to talk to.

Focus Client