Mental/Physical Health & Therapeutic Services
- Jun 24, 2020
- 2 min read
Updated: Apr 12, 2021
Support and advice for improved mental and physical health including therapeutic services across the North East.
National Ugly Mugs Mental Health Support Services
NUM's Research and Development Team (R&D) of industry experts have partnered with a mental health therapist to produce materials specifically aimed at sex workers, tackling key issues faced by the sex work community in a supportive way, including a directory of Sex Worker-Friendly Therapists.
Access the page here
Foundations Health care
Middlesbrough health services
Telephone: 01642 354550
Website: www.foundationshealthcare.co.uk
Geraldine Osowska (Stockport)
Sex worker friendly therapist, £65 per hour. Offers DBT, schema therapy & CBT. Trauma Informed.
Telephone: 7908710526
Katie Evans (London based but offers Skype)
Sex worker friendly counsellor, LGBT inclusive, trauma informed, kink friendly. Also offers couples. £70 p/h
Telephone: 73046730467
Website: https://katieevanscounselling.co.uk/
Matt Valentine-Chase
Sex and Relationship Therapist - Coach - Trainer
Matt offers General Therapy; Sex & Relationships; Energy Healing; Therapy for Sex Workers; Therapy for Adult Performers. Matt is trained in therapy and is deeply intuitive. He feels that sex workers are marginalised and that stigma can adversely affect mental health.
Contact: 07716232865
Website: https://www.sexcoaching.london/
Mental Health and Wellbeing Outreach Services - Durham
A range of community social support schemes funded for those both under secondary and primary care by Durham County Council
Telephone: 08000 731 837
Website: here.
Pink Therapy
LGBTQ informed directory of therapists who are inclusive of sex workers etc
Contact name: Dominic Davies
Website: http://www.pinktherapy.com/
Quest Psychology
Sex worker friendly counselling psychologist. £100 per hour. Offers EMDR, DBT, ACT, CBT & more.
Contact name: Dr Gregory Warwick
Telephone: 0161 519 0328
Talking Helps Newcastle
Help for residents of Newcastle who may be experiencing mental
health difficulties.
Telephone: 0191 282 6600
TLC (Manchester, Eccles, Stockport)
Sex worker informed relationship/solo therapy. Sliding scale price structure.
Website: https://talklistenchange.org.uk/
Well Woman Centre (Manchester)
Workshops, skills, counselling & holistic therapies
Contact name: Lynn Addison
Telephone: 01942 681411
Email: Lynn.wellwomen@btconnect.com
Zion Centre
A range of support groups including self harm, depression, anxiety, NA, mindfullness & Mind drop in.
Telephone: 0161 226 5412
Website: https://www.thebiglifegroup.com/directory-of-services/search/zion+centre/blank/events:event/
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This was a really thoughtful and important read. I like how the blog focuses on the connection between mental and physical health instead of treating them as separate issues, because in real life they’re so closely linked. The emphasis on safe spaces and understanding individual experiences really stood out to me, especially for people who may not always feel heard or supported. It also made me think about topics we study in an organizational behavior assignment, where environment and support systems can shape how people feel and function. Overall, it feels genuine and practical rather than just theoretical, which makes it more relatable. Efforts like these can truly make a difference in people’s everyday lives. New Assignment Help UK
This is such a valuable resource for mental and physical health support—especially for communities that often face stigma. It’s really encouraging to see directories like these, and the way therapists like Geraldine Osowska and Katie Evans provide trauma-informed care is inspiring. It also reminds me how important corporate responsibility is on a larger scale; for example, the corporate social responsibility of Amazon includes initiatives that focus on employee well-being and community support, which shows how organizations can make a meaningful impact beyond just business. Thanks for sharing these vital services!