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Welcome to Mentality and Beyond

Mentality and Beyond is a warm, family-run counselling practice located in the heart of Pontefract town centre, West Yorkshire. We offer professional and compassionate counselling services to adults across the UK who are experiencing emotional and mental health difficulties.  


Founded on the core values of empathy, integrity, and community, we are dedicated to providing accessible, client-centred mental health support that helps individuals navigate life's emotional challenges in a safe and confidential setting.  


We recognize that reaching out for counselling can often feel daunting. That’s why we strive to create a welcoming and non-judgmental environment, allowing you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace, without any pressure or expectation.  


Our approach to therapy is personal and relational, emphasizing the importance of building genuine therapeutic relationships. We tailor our trauma informed therapy to meet the unique needs of each individual. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, stress, or simply need a safe space to talk, we are here to support your journey towards improved emotional well-being.

Verified & Qualified

Our counsellors are trained in Person-Centred and Relational Counselling. They provide a strong foundation for building safe and trusting therapeutic relationships. We are also bereaved and trauma-informed. 


We hold recognised counselling qualifications and are fully insured, and are committed to ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to ensure that our counselling practice remains ethical and up-to-date. 


As members of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), we are committed to adhering to the highest ethical standards in our practice.  You can find out more about the BACP here.

Our Counsellors & Founders

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Jodie Murphy-Hedley

Counsellor & Partner (She/Her) MBACP, Diploma HE in Counselling and Psychotherapy. Providing trauma informed therapy and essential mental health support through our counselling services.

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Amy Kot

Counsellor & Partner (She/Her) MBACP, Diploma in Counselling. I offer counselling services that are trauma informed, providing essential mental health support.

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