Debbie Clements

I offer one-to-one support to adults and young people at my practice in Leeds centre. Here, you will find a warm, welcoming and confidential space, ideally situated close to the train station. In addition, I have a specialist qualification in counselling online, and thus also offer sessions via video, IM, phone or e-mail. You may find this beneficial if physically attending sessions is a challenge for you, or if you simply prefer the comfort of accessing counselling from home. 

Whilst I have particular expertise supporting in the areas of gender, sexualities, identity, young people and abuse, I am equipped to support around a wide variety of topics. Please see my website for further information.

Furthermore, I have been awarded accreditation by the BACP. This means that my practice has been deemed to meet the higher standards to be recognised as a competent, ethical and independent practitioner. 

If you would like to make an initial (no-cost) appointment, please do get in touch. 

I am also available as a supervisor.

Hi I'm Debbie and I work with both adults and young people in private practice in Leeds. I also work online and offer phone support which means I work with clients from across the country.

Am I the right supervisor for you?

* I have several years experience supporting in a broad range of issues through providing counselling at Leeds Mind, The Market Place young people's Centre, Bradford Counselling Services, Yorkshire Mesmac and in Private Practice.

*I specialise in the area of Gender, Sexuality and supporting people who are LGBT+ or questioning their gender or sexuality. I also work a lot around masculinity/femininity/androgyny and gender identity. Furthermore, I offer an affirmative approach around relationship diversity (Eg polyamory, open relationships, monogamy). 

* My background in Youth and Community Development Work means I have over 20 years experience in supporting children and young people across a wide variety of issues. Most notably around gender and sexuality and in the area of abuse and exploitation. Indeed, i have specialist experience around supporting boys (as well as girls) who have experienced sexual exploitation. I utilise creative tools to support young clients and hold a current DBS.

*My approach to supervision is that I feel i can best support you to be the best counsellor/practitioner you can be through a positive working relationship. I provide a warm space for you to talk freely and in confidence about your work, offering you emotional support alongside guidance where appropriate.

*If you work online-or have an interest in doing so, I can offer specific support here as I'm trained and qualified as a Cyber (Online) Therapist.

*I read extensively around topics such as the challenge of racism in therapeutic practice, supporting older people ect. I also frequently attend training and engage in regular supervision. 

If you are looking for training around the topic of gender, sexuality or LGBT+ relationships then do get in touch. Some of my past experiences include:

* Working with clients around gender diversity-BACP Private Practice Conference

* Effectively supporting LGBT+ People and their loved one's-delivered to Relate staff. 

*Working with young people around gender and sexual diversity-Various professionals working with young people-Ellesmere Centre.

*Supporting partners of those coming out/transitioning.

*Numerous training in schools to staff and students (across the years) on LGBT+ awareness, coming out/transitioning and accessing support.  

I have had several articles published on some of the topics above. Consultancy also available. Enquire within for costings.