Counselling in Sheffield and online
Hi, I’m ren (they/them). I’m a BACP registered therapist working with adults, in person and online.
Often people come to therapy at a loss. You’ve probably tried everything to change how you’re thinking, or feeling, yet still can’t find a way through. Despite your best efforts, it may feel hard to move forward in life.
I provide a space, away from the rest of your life, where you can really listen to yourself. To go deeper knowing that there is someone beside you, as you feel difficult or frightening emotions. This process can be challenging – and deeply rewarding.
I believe that when you can hear yourself with compassion, it can create a shift – so you can start living again.
How I work
I’m an integrative therapist, which means I draw on different ways of thinking about therapy rather than following one fixed approach.
Our sessions are led by what matters to you. We might explore what is happening in your life right now, experiences from your past, patterns in your relationships, or what is happening between us in therapy.
LGBTQIA+ therapy
Counselling is most effective when you feel safe to be yourself.
I am non binary and queer. I care deeply about LGBTQIA+ justice and equity, and I welcome clients from across the gender, sexuality and relationship spectrum.
Starting therapy
If you haven’t had therapy before, you might be wondering what you’re supposed to say, whether you need to prepare anything, and what will happen in the first session.
There is no ‘right way’ to do therapy, and you don’t need to know what you want to talk about before you contact me.
About me
What’s it like to sit in a room opposite me?
I’m a calm, steady person, relaxed and down to earth. I wear comfortable clothes, often take my shoes off, and I’m happy for you to sit however helps you feel at ease – even on the floor.
Location and accessibility
I work in person at Site Gallery in Sheffield city centre, less than five minutes’ walk from Sheffield train station.
My counselling room is on the second floor and there is step-free access by lift. There are accessible toilets on the same floor.
I also work online with clients throughout the UK.
Sessions and fees
Counselling with me costs £60 for a 50 minute session.
I also offer up to 3 spaces at a reduced rate of £45 per session for people facing unemployment, low income or financial hardship.
Contact
The best way to get in touch is to email me at hello@renoatestherapy.co.uk or use the contact form.
You can usually expect me to reply within 2-3 days.