Resources
Helpful Resources
Below are a number of organisations, educational resources, and recommended materials that you may find helpful. These links provide additional information and support on topics including mental health, relationships, sexual wellbeing, and personal development.
Mental Health Support
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Anxiety UK – Support, advice, and resources for people experiencing anxiety.
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Mind – Mental health information, guidance, and support services.
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YoungMinds – Mental health support and resources specifically for young people.
www.youngminds.org.uk
Menopause Support
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Relate – Menopause & Relationships
www.relate.org.uk/menopause – Advice and support for couples navigating the impact of menopause on relationships and intimacy. -
Menopause Support
www.menopausesupport.co.uk – Support and information for those experiencing menopause. -
Menopause and Me
www.menopauseandme.co.uk – Official information and guidance on understanding menopause. -
The Menopause Exchange
menopause-exchange.co.uk – Independent information and advice about menopause. -
The North American Menopause Society (NAMS)
www.menopause.org/for-women/sexual-health-menopause-online/causes-of-sexual-problems/relationship-issues – Resources on relationships and sexual wellbeing during menopause.
Sex & Intimacy Resources
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OMGYES – start.omgyes.com/join – Research-based education about women’s pleasure.
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Betty Dodson & Carlin Ross – www.dodsonandross.com/videos – Educational videos and discussions about sexuality.
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Emily Nagoski, PhD – www.emilynagoski.com/videos-and-podcasts – Videos and podcasts exploring sexuality and relationships.
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Esther Perel – www.estherperel.com/focus-on-categories/eroticism – Insights into relationships, intimacy, and erotic connection.
Educational Videos & Articles
These resources explore topics related to sexual health, behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and personal development.
Recommended Books
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Loving Yourself, Loving Another – Julia Cole
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Sex and Intimacy – Cate Campbell
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Sex for One – Betty Dodson
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How to Do Relationships – Anjula Mutanda
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The New Male Sexuality – Bernie Zilbergeld
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Becoming Orgasmic – Julia Heiman & Jo Lopicolo
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After the Affair – Julia Cole
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Attached – Amir Levine
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Victim of My Thoughts – Amy Johnson
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Staying Alive – Matt Haig
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Living with a Black Dog – Matthew Johnstone
Other Counselling Services
If you are looking for counselling services in other areas, the following organisations may also be helpful:
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The Listening Room (Harrogate) – Counselling services for individuals, couples, and psychosexual therapy.
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Harrogate Counselling – Counselling support for children and young people.
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Survive North Yorkshire – Support for survivors of sexual abuse, rape, and sexual assault.
Professional Organisations
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British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
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College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists (COSRT)
You can also view my professional listing on the Counselling Directory.