Janine | Counsellor/psychotherapist

Counselling Ellesmere Port

Hello, I’m glad you’re here, my name is Janine and I am an experienced counsellor/therapist who works with adults and young people from my therapy room at Pioneer House, Ellesmere Port. I offer face to face and online appointments during daytime hours, evenings and Saturday. I work online via zoom for clients countrywide or telephone. 

Reaching out for support can feel like a big step, especially if you’ve spent a long time coping on your own. I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about your experiences and begin to make sense of how they may still be affecting you today.

I specialise in working with individuals who have experienced childhood trauma, narcissistic or emotionally abusive relationships, and adult trauma. Many of the people I support grew up in environments where their emotional needs were not fully seen or met, or where they learned to prioritise others’ needs above their own. As adults, this can sometimes show up as anxiety, low self-worth, people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, or feeling stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns.

Experiencing narcissistic abuse or manipulative relationships can leave people feeling confused, doubting their own reality, and questioning their self-worth. Therapy can provide a space to gently untangle these experiences, rebuild trust in yourself, and begin to reclaim your voice and sense of identity.

I also work with individuals processing traumatic experiences in adulthood, including relationship trauma, workplace stress, and situations that have left lasting emotional impact. Trauma can affect how we think, feel, and respond to the world around us, but with the right support it is possible to process these experiences and develop healthier ways of coping.

My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to you. I draw on therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed practice, grounding techniques, and psychoeducation to help you better understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and responses. Together we can work at a pace that feels safe for you, focusing on building emotional resilience, strengthening boundaries, and supporting your healing journey.

Above all, therapy with me is a space where you will be heard, believed, and supported. You do not have to navigate these experiences alone.