Heather Dale Counselling and Psychotherapy in Keighley, West Yorkshire & Online

Helping You Find Clarity, Strength and Direction

Heather Dale, Counselling, Psychotherapy and Clinical Supervision in Keighley and West Yorkshire and elsewhere.

Welcome to my website.

Hello,
I’m Heather Dale, and for over 40 years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting people through life’s challenges — from children as young as four to adults in their nineties. Most of this time, I have worked from home, which is situated in West Yorkshire, between the towns of Keighley and Bingley. I can work with you from there either on line, face to face, or a mixture of the two. The choice is always yours.

My career has been a rich mix of private practice and teaching, most recently as a Senior Lecturer at a local Yorkshire university. I have worked with an extraordinary range of issues and life experiences, always with compassion and dedication. I have often been called practical and down to earth, possibly because I am not afraid tooffer suggestions and not offended if they are not right for you.

I’m deeply passionate about:

Helping people navigate difficult times and gaining clarity and strength

Exploring complex ethical dilemmas within the field of therapy

Providing supervision to therapists — from trainees to those nearing retirement — to help them be the very best they can.

I’ve written and spoken extensively on these topics and continue to be inspired by the resilience and courage of my clients.

What I Offer
I provide both short-term and long-term therapy:

Long-term therapy (1 year or more) is ideal for exploring deep-rooted patterns, long-standing difficulties, or profound questions about life and self.

Short-term therapy can help you navigate immediate challenges or life changes, and find the clarity and tools you need to move forward.

My clients often describe my style as down-to-earth, pragmatic, and direct. I believe therapy should be purposeful: my aim is for you to discover what you need as quickly and effectively as possible — without unnecessary complication or jargon.

If you are looking for a therapist with decades of experience, a practical approach, and genuine care for your journey, I would be honoured to work with you.

Later on in these pages, you can listen to a podcast I made earlier in the year, or even have a look at my publications.

On these pages, I’ll give you an idea of how therapy works and how I can support you, both on-line or face to face from my room near Bingley in West Yorkshire. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. You’ll also find my contract here, which might answer some of your queries. Here’s a little of what you can expect from our work together:

Some of What I Can Offer:

A safe, welcoming space where you can explore both past and present challenges, and share your thoughts and feelings in a supportive environment.

An opportunity to gain new perspectives and truly understand your unique self.

Time to reflect on how past experiences may be influencing your life today.

A chance to identify unhelpful patterns and consider changes you might want to make.

Who I Work With

I work with individuals who are seeking therapy, as well as trainees and experienced therapists (both online and in person). If we’re connecting online or by phone, please make sure you’re in a private, quiet space so our conversation remains confidential. I also encourage taking some time before and after our sessions to reflect on what you’d like to discuss, and what we’ve talked about. While this isn’t essential, it can really enhance the process.

I still offer in-person sessions, especially for supervision, so please reach out if that’s something that feels right for you.
The beauty of online therapy is that you can meet with me from the comfort of your home—or even from a peaceful garden or quiet spot. No travel time means more flexibility, making it easier to fit sessions into your life. If you’re unsure, why not give it a try?

Please note: because my therapy room is up a flight of stairs, it is not accessible for wheel chair users - sorry!.

My Approach to Therapy


I provide what is broadly known as "talking therapy" which is also sometimes called psychotherapy. That means that through listening closely to what you tell me I may offer new insights or perspectives that help with mental and emotional issues, such as stress ( from whatever reason) and depression.

Counselling vs. Psychotherapy
You might be wondering about the difference between counselling and psychotherapy. While the terms can vary in meaning, I use them interchangeably. Both aim to help people gain insights and make positive changes. Traditionally, counselling focuses on current issues, while psychotherapy dives deeper into past experiences. But in practice, these lines often blur.
I am a senior, accredited therapist registered with the BACP, and I’m also proud to hold a Fellowship for my contributions to professional ethics. If you'd like to know more about BACP’s ethical framework, or read my contract with important details about confidentiality, please check the resources on my website.

What Happens Next?
Our journey together will typically begin with a quick phone call to discuss what you’re looking for in therapy. From there, we can schedule your first session, and I’ll send over my contract and other details before we meet. This first session is a chance to see if we’re a good fit for each other. If we decide to move forward, therapy can be an open-ended process, with no set end date.
I’m looking forward to hearing from you and hopefully starting this work together.