Counsellor and Psychotherapist | Hull & Online

Life can feel really shit sometimes, the good news is - it doesn't have to stay that way! You might be stuck, anxious, grieving, or unsure of who you are anymore. Therapy offers a space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself.

I’m Amy, a qualified Pyschotherapist and a UKCP-registered Counsellor. I support people to explore their inner world, make sense of their experiences, and move towards meaningful change.

Why Therapy?

You don’t need to be at rock bottom to seek support. Therapy is a form of self-care. Whether you're facing a crisis or just feeling off, your feelings matter.

In therapy you have the opportunity to have a confidential space where you can speak freely, feel deeply, and begin to understand yourself in new ways. There may be tears, laughter, swearing - and that’s okay. It’s real.

Who I Work With

I work with adults of all ages who are ready to explore their inner world and make sense of their experiences. You might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply curious about who you are beneath the surface.

Some people come to therapy during a crisis. Others come because something just doesn’t feel right. You might be navigating a life transition, struggling with relationships, or carrying emotions you don’t fully understand or were never allowed to feel as a child.

You don’t need to have the “right words” or a clear reason to begin. If you’re willing to explore, I’m here to support you.

Areas I Work With

  • Feeling stuck or lost
  • Anxiety & panic
  • Shame and guilt
  • Depression & suicidal thoughts
  • Grief & miscarriage
  • Trauma & PTSD

What I Offer

  • A free 30-minute phone or video consultation
  • Weekly 50-minute sessions (£60)
  • In-person therapy in Hull
  • Online therapy

I hold a full DBS check, insurance, and accreditation with the UKCP.

Get in touch
Amy Emmerson - Psychotherapeutic Counsellor based in Hull

My Training

I hold a Diploma in Psychotherapy which I gained in 2024 from the Ellesmere Centre in Hull. This was a rigorous four-year training at master's level. This in-depth programme combined academic study with extensive clinical practice and experiential processing in a group. This has equipped me to work effectively and ethically with a wide range of emotional and psychological issues.

My training focused on relational, integrative therapy - meaning I draw from different approaches depending on what’s most helpful for you and I use my inner world and responses into our relationship to deepen understanding and awareness of what is happening for you. At the heart of my work is the belief that healing happens through relationship, and that therapy should be a space where you feel safe, seen, and supported.

UKCP Accredited

Why 'Cocoon'?

I chose the name Cocoon because therapy is a space for holding and transformation. Like a caterpillar in its cocoon, you’re held safely while you break down old patterns and rebuild. It’s messy, tender, and powerful.

I have my own regular therapy too, so I know what it is like. Sometimes it can feel invigorating, fresh and life affirming and other sessions can feel heavy, exhausting and draining. It is all part of the process and I have been there!

What therapy looks like

My approach is warm, down to earth, creative and containing. Therapy isn’t one-size- fits-all. It’s a creative, two-way process. We might talk, sit in silence, use art materials, breathing techniques, or even go outside. What matters most is the relationship between us - that’s where healing begins.

If you're ready to explore who you are and how you want to live, I’m here.

Grief & Bereavement - My Special Interest

Grief is deeply personal. It doesn’t follow a timeline, and it doesn’t always look how we expect. Whether you’ve lost a loved one, experienced miscarriage, or are grieving something less visible - like a relationship, identity, or future you imagined - your pain is valid.

I have a particular passion for working with grief and bereavement. It’s an area I feel deeply connected to, both professionally and personally. I offer a space where your grief can be witnessed without judgment or pressure to “move on.”

Together, we can explore what your loss means to you, how it’s shaped your world, and how you might begin to live alongside it. Grief can feel isolating, but you don’t have to go through it alone.

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Cost

Therapy sessions cost £60 for a 50 minute session.

I currently work from 267 Beverley Road, Hull.

Counselling Hull
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Working in Hull and Online