Counsellor and Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP, MBICA
Support with infertility
If you need support, the organisations below offer help, information and advice.
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Fertility Network UK
A national charity for anyone who has ever experienced fertility problems, offering information, advice and support.
Info line: 01424 732361
https://fertilitynetworkuk.org
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Bereavement & Loss
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Baby Loss
Website providing information and support online for anyone affected by the death of a baby during pregnancy, at birth, or shortly afterwards.
Miscarriage Association
UK charity providing information and support for those who have experienced pregnancy loss.
Helpline: 01924 200799
info@miscarriageassociation.org.uk
www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk
Saying Goodbye
Saying Goodbye provides comprehensive information, advice, support and much more to anyone who has suffered the loss of a baby, at any stage of pregnancy, at birth or in infancy
Childlessness
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The Dovecote
Supporting, enabling and inspiring people dealing with involuntary childlessness to reconnect with their daily lives and rediscover a passion and purpose.
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Gateway Women
The global friendship and support network for childless women
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Counselling
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
The BACP offers information about counselling including a directory of registered professionals and advice on how to find a therapist.
British Infertility Counselling Association
The national organisation for Infertility Counsellors, including a list of specialist therapists.
Counselling Directory: Infertility
Directory of UK counsellors, this section of their website includes background information about infertility and a search for infertility counsellors.
www.counselling-directory.org.uk/infertility.html
University of Salford Counselling & Psychotherapy Centre
The centre offers general counselling and some specialist services, a range of issues includingdepression, anxiety, trauma, relationship problems, stress, bereavement and loss.The service is available to residents of Salford and Greater Manchester, it does not charge a fee and clients can self-refer.
www.salford.ac.uk/health-and-society/facilities-and-services/counselling-suites/university-of-salford-counselling-and-psychotherapy-centre
Health Support
Daisy Network
Daisy Network is dedicated to providing information and support to women diagnosed with Premature Ovarian Insufficiency, also known as Premature Menopause.
www.daisynetwork.org
Verity
A national charity and self-help group for women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Women’s Health Concern
The patient arm of the British Menopause Society (BMS). They provide a confidential, independent service to advise, reassure and educate women of all ages about their gynaecological and sexual health, wellbeing and lifestyle concerns.
Mental Health
Mind
The National Mental Health charity, their website offers information and advice about mental health including details about their local services.
NHS: Every Mind Matters
Mental health information provided by the NHS, including advice and support for lots of different mental health problems and how to access urgent support.
www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters
Samaritans
24-hour support for anyone experiencing distress, despair or suicidal thoughts.
www.samaritans.org
Freephone: 116 123
jo@samaritans.org