Lesley Butlin Counselling & Psychotherapy Services - Newark

Tanya J

I contacted Lesley after being suddenly diagnosed with "severe depression and C-PTSD". I had been masking my own emotions from everyone, including myself, for about 40 years and there was a lot of work to be done to help me find the person I could/should/would have been if it hadn't been for multiple and repeated childhood traumas.

Lesley is so welcoming, so soothing, so understanding and gentle in her approach that I never felt nervous sharing my inner-most thoughts and feelings with her.

Lesley was also amazing and adept at reading me and knew just how and when to be a little more assertive with me, disallowing me to return to habit and hide behind the various facades I'd crafted over decades of people-pleasing and denial.

Like many people, I had most of the tools necessary to work on healing myself, but Lesley gave me a safe space and the confidence to exercise those tools. She allowed me to feel *worthy* of putting some (sometimes difficult) effort into myself and, being very unaccustomed to the idea, Lesley showed immense, genuine patience when helping me to come out of my shell.

I've stopped seeing Lesley (for the time being, perhaps) as she has unlocked my ability to see my own strengths and skills.

I am and always will be grateful to Lesley and wouldn't hesitate to contact her again if I felt the need.

Julia Walker

Lesley is amazing. I'm so pleased with my AT progress. She has extreme expertise in her field. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for counselling/coaching. Very compassionate and caring. She creates a safe and relaxed atmosphere. If I could give 10 stars, I would.

Sophie Shelton

I first came to Lesley feeling hopeless and lost. I wasn’t suicidal, but I was living a life I wasn’t happy with and didn’t see the point in it. I was only happy when I had distractions, and didn’t face my real feelings. I wouldn’t let myself cry, and I was mentally bullying myself! I was thinking I shouldn’t feel this way, and I was playing the victim. Then my mum found Lesley and dropped me off at her office, obviously it’s such an overwhelming experience that I cried at the front door. Lesley met me and instantly felt like someone I could speak to about anything - so warm, welcoming and trustworthy. She explained how she could help. It took a couple of years, but it was the best decision I ever made. Lesley made me see a lot of sense that my anxiety would make seem like a massive problem. They say fear is just self doubt! We worked through my past, the way I speak to myself and helped make me feel more motivated. It’s so nice to speak to someone who is trained and has all the answers to the questions running through my head. Lesley gave me such a push, and you have to be willing to put in the work to become the person you want to be! It’s hard but definitely worth it. I now do all the things I’ve wanted to do, instead of feeling anxious laying in bed all day. I’d lay in bed so overwhelmed and exhausted by my thoughts, not a life I would wish on anyone. As Lesley says - Life is a rollercoaster, but it’s just how you handle those situations. It’s never happy every single moment, there’s lots of ups and downs, but with the right mindset you can face anything! I can honestly say Lesley has made the best version of me that I’ve always wanted to be! I let myself cry when I feel sad instead of watching a sad film. I have wonderful friends and family who support me, and distanced myself away from anyone who doesn’t constantly bring me down. Lesley has honestly taught me so much, and I can’t recommend her enough. If you’re thinking of going to therapy - even for anything small… ABSOLUTELY DO IT. It will change your life. Everyone needs a little help in life.

Lucy Wigglesworth

I recently attended a stress and self care workshop with Lesley.
I found it both informative and extremely helpful. I came away feeling more relaxed and positive armed with some useful techniques to deal with stress and anxiety and some ideas to put into practice to help look after ourselves mentally daily. I would reccomend Lesley and this type of workshop to anyone.

Simon Roberts

I had some behavior issues that were affecting my life and mental health but had no idea why I was doing the things I was and I had no idea how to stop and break that cycle.

I contacted Lesely Butlin - Mind Set Coaching as I am a keen runner and heard great reviews from inside the running community.

I didn't know what to expect as I had never done anything like this before or even know what to express how I felt. Lesely made me feel as ease instantly and I found it very comfortable talking to her. After a few sessions I opened up about some deeper issues and Lesely gave me the answers and the tools and with some deciplin and dedication, I was able to get back on the right path to a more positive and happier life.

Before I met Lesely I was in a dark place and had no hope. By the end of my sessions I had grew to have a completely different mind set on life. My running performances have made a huge improvements and I have broken the vicious cycle that was ruining my life.

Lesely has changed my life and I highly recommend her services. Strong mind - strong body.

Liz Carney-Marsh

Can highly recommend Lesley and the coaching she provides. A really holistic approach incorporating counselling and coaching. A really supportive environment in which to explore the behaviours and habits that were so detrimental to my happiness and wellbeing and how to look forward and develop as a person in the direction I want to head! Thank you so much Lesley!

Debbey Sturman

I arrived at a Stress and Self Care workshop feeling frazzled and disconnected. Within half an hour I was feeling more relaxed and engaged. By the time I left, I had a better understanding of why I feel stress, how to focus and ground myself and with a coping strategy in place. Although it’s early days, I am feeling the benefit of the workshop and practising self-care. I would recommend this workshop for everyone, even those who think they don’t suffer from stress or anxiety, because the pace of everyday life undeniably takes its toll on all of us.

Sophie Taylor (The Confetti Cakery)

Lesley is so patient and understanding, I would wholly recommend her. I found her to be immensely helpful.