Tory Stirling
Integrative Adult Counsellor

Tory Stirling

MBACP, FdSc

Meet the Therapist

My name is Tory and I am a qualified integrative counsellor. I am interested in your lived experiences and can offer you a safe place to explore, understand and make sense of things you may be finding painful or difficult.

I am professionally registered with British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and have experience in working with a vast range of issues including complex trauma and bereavement. I understand these experiences can contribute to a sense of confusion, anger, shame or hopelessness and I believe engaging in counselling can be a significant step forward towards healing and change.

In addition, I am interested in neurodiversity and working with autistic adults. As a Neuroaffirming Therapist, I embrace different communication styles and can tailor my therapy to support your individual needs. With over ten years’ experience working in the field of autism I can offer understanding, assurance, and supportive insight.

Professional Qualifications

I hold qualifications and I am accredited in the following areas:

  • University of Ulster Level 5 Degree in Integrative Counselling
  • Registered with BACP & Access NI
  • Cruse Grief & Bereavement Training
  • BACP OU Primer – Working Online & Telephone Counselling
  • Mental Health First Aid
  • Strengths Based Approach to Autism
  • Internal Family Systems Approach to Trauma
  • Autism & Trauma – by Autistic Educators AuSome
  • Modern Concepts of ADHD – Gresham College
  • Adverse Childhood Experiences – Developing a Trauma Sensitive Approach
  • Keeping Adults Safe
  • Child Protection Training

My Style of Therapy

I’m passionate about offering you a space to share your experience, in a way that works for you. As an integrative therapist I value being able to tailor therapy to suit your individual needs and hope you feel heard, seen and understood. My approach is flexible, relational and collaborative and encourages you to consider your own goals, celebrate individual strengths and feel supported as you explore change. 

Areas I Support

ADHD
Alcohol Issues
Anger Management
Anxiety
Attachment Issues
Autism
Bereavement
Bullying
Carers Support
Childhood Issues
Confidence Issues
Depression
Domestic Abuse
Emotional Abuse
Family Issues
Feeling Stuck
Fertility Issues
Fostering/Adoption
Grief/Loss
Health Anxiety
LGBTQ+
Low Mood
Low Self-esteem
Neurodivergent
Panic Attacks
Paranoia
Perimenopause & Menopause
Perinatal Mental Health
PTSD
Relationship Difficulties
Relationship Issues
Separation/Divorce
Sexual Abuse
Sleep Issues
Social Anxiety
Stress
Trauma
Work-related Stress

Therapy Fees

£50.00

Types of Clients

Adults

Types of Session

In-person in our Newtownabbey office
Online / Video Call
Telephone

Therapeutic Approach

Person-Centered Therapy
CBT
Integrative Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy
Trauma Informed Practice
Neuro Affirming Practice

Verified Credentials

BACP Registered Therapist
“We think we listen, but very rarely do we listen with real understanding, true empathy.  Yet listening, of this very special kind, is one of the most potent forces for change that I know.”
Carl Rogers