LIFEHOUSE THERAPY

Counselling and alternative therapy in Leigh-On-Sea
and Southchurch, Essex

Working with you to become the best version of you...

About Us

It was our vision to create a welcoming and tranquil space for you to feel safe and comfortable. Offering counselling to work on becoming the best version of you…

We are pleased to offer two locations, Leigh-on- Sea and Southchurch.

Due to demand we are introducing other counsellors here on our site. To ensure the service offered is the best it can be, we have checked credentials and made sure that each counsellor has valid indemnity insurance and are registered with a recognised governing body.

Each counsellor works from their own terms and conditions and in their own style, Lifehouse Therapy works as an introductory service only.

In addition to counselling services we offer a mentoring program to newly qualified counsellors, please go to the training page to find out more…

Zoe O'Reilly

I offer a kind, safe, non-judgmental space to work on what is important to you or causing distress. I believe that our therapeutic relationship is the key to change. Once trust is built, we can look at and work on what stands in the way of you becoming the best version of yourself.
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Debbie Livermore

I understand life can be challenging, puzzling and upsetting at times. I will listen and support you while you look for answers to these challenges. I will not judge you but offer a kind, calm place to figure out what changes you want to make.
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Reviews

 I was unsure if therapy was going to work for me but as soon as I spoke with Zoe on the phone I felt like I had made the right decision. She made me feel at ease when I needed it the most. Our face to face sessions in a safe, comfortable space have been so helpful and I don't know how I would have managed without the care and support throughout my recent difficulties. Thank you for everything Zoe.
DaneilClient
I decided to get counselling after going through a particularly rough patch. Zoe has always been very welcoming and helpful and the process has really helped me to get things going in the right direction again. I’ll always be very grateful to Zoe for that and would recommend her services to anyone.
EdClient
Professional, compassionate, insightful, kind and enormously beneficial. I can't recommend highly enough if you need assistance untangling issues or yourself, if you want to be more self aware or gain some clarity in a safe space. Thank you so much.
RuthClient
I can honestly say that taking the step to get help was one of the hardest things I have ever done, especially after a horrid experience when I was 16, but apart from getting my dogs it is the best thing I have ever done. From my first contact , to now (10 months on) Zoe at Life House Therapy has been amazing. I have been supported , encouraged , validated and heard. Zoe has seen me go through so many highs and lows and listened to everything that has flowed out of me without any judgement or shock. I honestly can't thank Life House Therapy especially Zoe enough. I would encourage anyone to take the brave step and contact Life House Therapy as it is a Life changer!
NaomiClient
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Available Services

Counselling

Counselling or ‘talking therapies’ allow people to discuss their problems or difficult feelings in a safe and confidential environment. It’s a process that people begin when they want to change something in their lives, or simply to explore their thoughts and feelings in more depth.

A counsellor is not there to tell you what to do, but instead, encourage you to talk about what’s troubling you. The sessions will be aimed at helping you overcome your problems and recognising appropriate changes that may be needed to live to your full potential.

EFT

Emotional Freedom Technique is one of the new ‘Energy Psychologies’ and is rooted in the ancient Chinese meridian energy system. EFT is based on the discovery theory that all negative emotions are the result of disruptions in the body’s energy system. EFT relieves symptoms by tapping various body points as we tune into, or focus on the problem. This tapping balances energy meridians that have become disrupted when we think about or experience an emotionally disturbing circumstance. Once balanced, the upset is usually resolved – the memory stays but the emotional charge is gone.

Hypnotherapy

Hypnotherapy is a talking therapy that utilises hypnosis to produce a state of focused attention. In this state, a client can turn their focus inward to find and use the natural resources deep within themselves. Hypnotherapy can help make positive changes, gaining, control over thoughts and behaviours.

Hypnotherapy focuses on the subconscious mind unlike counselling, which works with the conscious mind.

If you need to talk now or in an emergency 
There are people you can talk to any time. You can:

These services are for anyone who’s struggling and they won’t judge you.

They’re free, they’re anonymous, and they’re open 24/7

Alternatively…

– Contact NHS 111 

– Contact your GP surgery and ask for an emergency appointment.

– Contact a local urgent mental health helpline