Anxiety & panic
Calming racing thoughts and finding room to breathe again.
Counselling in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire & Derbyshire
A calm space to talk, reflect and feel like yourself again.
Compassionate, confidential counselling with Maxine — gentle support for anxiety, depression, relationships, bereavement, trauma, stress and more.
★★★★★ Rated 5.0 from Google reviews
You don't have to face everything on your own.
A safe, non-judgemental place to begin.
You don't have to face everything on your own.
Life can feel overwhelming, and reaching out is often the hardest step. Whatever you're carrying — worry, low mood, loss, or something you've never said out loud — you're welcome here exactly as you are. Together, we'll take it gently, at your pace.
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Meet Maxine
A warm, experienced counsellor by your side
I offer a calm, confidential space where you can talk openly without fear of being judged.
My approach is compassionate and tailored to you, helping you make sense of difficult thoughts and feelings in a steady, supportive way.
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How I can help
Support for what you're going through
Everyone's story is different. These are some of the areas people come to me for — but if what you're facing isn't listed, please still get in touch.
Depression & low mood
Gentle support when everything feels flat, heavy or hopeless.
Stress & burnout
Steadying yourself when work and life feel like too much.
Trauma & PTSD
Working carefully through painful experiences, safely and slowly.
Bereavement & loss
Space to grieve and to hold the person or life you have lost.
Relationships
Understanding patterns and communicating in a kinder way.
Family issues
Navigating tension, change and difficult family dynamics.
Self-esteem & worth
Rebuilding confidence and a kinder relationship with yourself.
Anger & emotions
Making sense of strong feelings and responding, not reacting.
Fees and sessions
Fees and sessions
Sessions are approximately 50 minutes with no long-term commitment required.
Individual counselling
£50
per session
Couples counselling
£60
per session
No long commitment required. Start with a first conversation and take it from there.
What to expect
A gentle path, one step at a time
01
Reach out
Send a message or request a call back - whatever feels easiest.
02
A first chat
We talk briefly so you can ask questions and see how it feels.
03
Your sessions
We meet regularly in a calm, confidential space, at your pace.
04
Moving forward
Over time, things feel clearer, calmer and more your own again.
★★★★★ 5.0 · 5.0 from Google reviews
Kind words from people Maxine has supported
Maxine made me feel completely at ease from the first session. I felt listened to, never judged.
— Client, NottinghamI came in feeling anxious and lost. Maxine helped me feel calmer, clearer and more in control.
— Client, Long EatonWarm, patient and genuinely kind. Counselling helped me understand myself in a way I had not before.
— Client, Derbyshire
Where to find me
Get directions →
A calm, private place to talk
96 Wharf RoadPinxton, Nottingham, NG16 6LG
Opening hoursMon–Fri 10:00–20:30 · Wed to 20:00 · Weekends closed
0115 691 9204Call or email to arrange your first session
Take the first step
Request a call back
Leave a few details and Maxine will get back to you personally, discreetly and without pressure.
0115 691 9204