Willow Therapy - Counselling & Psychotherapy in York & Online

Gentle support for growth and healing.

A calm, supportive space in York where you can begin to explore what’s going on for you, at your pace — in person or online.

Hello, I’m Emma Yates

I’m a qualified therapist based in York, offering a calm, supportive space where you can begin to explore what’s going on for you, at your pace.

I work with children, adults, young people, and couples, both in person and online. People come to therapy for many reasons — anxiety, low mood, trauma, grief, identity, relationships, or feeling stuck or overwhelmed. Whatever brings you here, my aim is to walk alongside you with empathy, curiosity, and care.

Counselling & psychotherapy in York, Harrogate & Leeds

Willow Therapy offers integrative counselling and psychotherapy for children, young people, adults and couples — in person from York and online via Zoom across Harrogate, Leeds and the surrounding areas.

People come to therapy for many different reasons: anxiety, low mood, trauma, grief, identity, relationship difficulties, or simply feeling stuck or overwhelmed. Whether you’re looking for support for yourself, your child, or your relationship, my aim is to offer a calm, confidential space and an approach tailored to you. If you’re searching for a therapist in York or nearby, I’d be glad to hear from you.

How I can support you


Children & Young People

Counselling for children and young people facing anxiety, trauma, bereavement or family change — through play-based therapy, creative media, or talking therapy. Autism & ADHD affirming.


Couples Therapy

Using Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) to help partners reconnect, communicate more effectively, and address the emotional needs underlying conflict — rebuilding trust and intimacy.


Adults & Individuals

Short- and long-term therapy for adults of all ages — a safe, non-judgemental space to explore challenges, develop self-awareness, and move toward healing and personal growth.

Therapy isn’t about fixing you — because you are not broken. It’s about gently understanding the parts of you that have been hurt, silenced, or lost, and helping you reconnect with your own voice, values, and strength.

Emma Yates · Willow Therapy

What I can help with

As a psychotherapeutic counsellor working with couples, individuals, children and young people, I provide a safe, non-judgemental space to explore your challenges. The areas I commonly work with include:

Anxiety & Panic

Trauma & PTSD

Stress & Overwhelm

Unstable Emotions & Mood Swings

Fear & Phobias

Sleep Issues

Anger & Irritability

Abuse (past or present)

Depression & Low Mood

Relationship Difficulties

Work-related Issues

Grief & Loss

Difficulty Making Decisions

Exploring and Understanding Yourself

Navigating Turbulent Times

Eco-Anxiety & Eco-Distress

Sexuality & Gender Identity

Exploration

Autism

ADHD

School-related Challenges

Finding Your Path in Life

Desire for Personal Change

Feeling Stuck or Hopeless

Healing Your Inner Child

Building Confidence

If your specific issue isn’t listed here, please feel free to reach out — this is by no means an exhaustive list, and I’m open to discussing any concerns or challenges you’re facing.

Get in touch

If you’re looking for a therapist who will meet you with empathy, openness, and care, I’m here to help. An initial conversation can help you decide what feels like the right next step.

Contact details

Address

25 Richmond Street, York, YO31 7XL

Online

Sessions available via Zoom

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