John McLure

I work face to face in Matlock, Buxton and Bakewell so if you are interested in working with me I can take you through current availability during our initial call.

I also work online using Microsoft TEAMS.

I am experimenting with working every two weeks on Saturday mornings in Matlock or online.

Pressured by work or life? Struggling to cope? I’ve been there — and I know change is possible with the right support. 

For years, I faced the same pressures, turning to unhealthy coping mechanisms, until I realised I had the power to make different choices that truly worked for me. I know the toll that self-doubt, stress, and the constant pressure to perform can take on your mental health and relationships. My own journey taught me the importance of self-awareness, empathy, and compassionate support — and that recovery is possible, not just from unhealthy habits, but from the fear of failing to meet others’ expectations, or even the fear of meeting them.

I’m a qualified, person-centred counsellor, offering a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself, explore your experiences, and build greater self-awareness. Having personally benefited from counselling, I know how valuable it is to feel genuinely understood, supported, and not judged.

Whether you’re dealing with unhealthy habits, isolation from working alone, or the strain of spending long hours outside in demanding conditions, you don’t have to face it on your own. Together, we’ll work to uncover what’s holding you back, find clarity, and reconnect with your strengths so you can make choices that feel authentic and meaningful to you.

I offer face to face sessions in Buxton, Matlock and Bakewell and online sessions

I’m a qualified, person-centred counsellor, here to support people facing life’s pressures and challenges. My focus is on helping you reconnect with your inner strength and make meaningful changes that truly align with who you are.

I came to counselling through my own experiences of high expectations and unhealthy coping mechanisms. For a long time, I felt overwhelmed by work and life until I realised I could make healthier choices that worked for me. That journey taught me the value of self-awareness, empathy, and compassionate support.

In our sessions, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself, explore your experiences, and discover new ways forward. 

I believe everyone has the capacity to grow and create positive change. I’ve made mistakes myself, but instead of being ruled by them, I’ve learned from them — and I want the same for you.

What happens next

If you feel ready to take the first step, please reach out to arrange a free 1/2hr confidential phone call. This first session is an opportunity to see how we connect, discuss what you’d like to work on, and answer any questions you might have.

From there, if you choose to continue, we'll schedule regular sessions tailored to your needs. Each session moves at your pace, offering you the space and support you need as we explore your experiences and goals together.

Remember, taking this step is often the hardest part—but from here, you don’t have to do it alone. I'm here to walk alongside you on your journey of self-discovery and growth.

In all of our sessions, you can expect a warm, welcoming space where you're free to be yourself, explore your experiences, and build greater self-awareness. As someone who's personally benefited from counselling, I know how valuable it is to feel genuinely understood, supported, and not judged.

My own life experiences have taught me the power of understanding ourselves better, and I'll bring empathy and insight drawn from my own journey into our work together. I appreciate the courage it takes to share openly, and I'll support you at your own pace.

I work face to face in Matlock, Buxton and Bakewell so if you are interested in working with me I can take you through current availability during our initial call.

I also work online using Microsoft TEAMS

I am experimenting with working every two weeks on Saturday mornings in Matlock or online.

Pressured by work or life? Struggling to cope? I’ve been there — and I know change is possible with the right support. 

For years, I faced the same pressures, turning to unhealthy coping mechanisms, until I realised I had the power to make different choices that truly worked for me. I know the toll that self-doubt, stress, and the constant pressure to perform can take on your mental health and relationships. My own journey taught me the importance of self-awareness, empathy, and compassionate support — and that recovery is possible, not just from unhealthy habits, but from the fear of failing to meet others’ expectations, or even the fear of meeting them.

I’m a qualified, person-centred counsellor, offering a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself, explore your experiences, and build greater self-awareness. Having personally benefited from counselling, I know how valuable it is to feel genuinely understood, supported, and not judged.

Whether you’re dealing with unhealthy habits, isolation from working alone, or the strain of spending long hours outside in demanding conditions, you don’t have to face it on your own. Together, we’ll work to uncover what’s holding you back, find clarity, and reconnect with your strengths so you can make choices that feel authentic and meaningful to you.

I offer face to face sessions in Buxton, Matlock and Bakewell and online sessions

I’m a qualified, person-centred counsellor, here to support people facing life’s pressures and challenges. My focus is on helping you reconnect with your inner strength and make meaningful changes that truly align with who you are.

I came to counselling through my own experiences of high expectations and unhealthy coping mechanisms. For a long time, I felt overwhelmed by work and life until I realised I could make healthier choices that worked for me. That journey taught me the value of self-awareness, empathy, and compassionate support.

In our sessions, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself, explore your experiences, and discover new ways forward. 

I believe everyone has the capacity to grow and create positive change. I’ve made mistakes myself, but instead of being ruled by them, I’ve learned from them — and I want the same for you.

What happens next

If you feel ready to take the first step, please reach out to arrange a free 1/2hr confidential phone call. This first session is an opportunity to see how we connect, discuss what you’d like to work on, and answer any questions you might have.

From there, if you choose to continue, we'll schedule regular sessions tailored to your needs. Each session moves at your pace, offering you the space and support you need as we explore your experiences and goals together.

Remember, taking this step is often the hardest part—but from here, you don’t have to do it alone. I'm here to walk alongside you on your journey of self-discovery and growth.

In all of our sessions, you can expect a warm, welcoming space where you're free to be yourself, explore your experiences, and build greater self-awareness. As someone who's personally benefited from counselling, I know how valuable it is to feel genuinely understood, supported, and not judged.

My own life experiences have taught me the power of understanding ourselves better, and I'll bring empathy and insight drawn from my own journey into our work together. I appreciate the courage it takes to share openly, and I'll support you at your own pace.

I work face to face in Matlock, Buxton and Bakewell so if you are interested in working with me I can take you through current availability during our initial call.

I also work online using Microsoft TEAMS.

I am experimenting with working every two weeks on Saturday mornings in Matlock or online.

Pressured by work or life? Struggling to cope? I’ve been there — and I know change is possible with the right support. 

For years, I faced the same pressures, turning to unhealthy coping mechanisms, until I realised I had the power to make different choices that truly worked for me. I know the toll that self-doubt, stress, and the constant pressure to perform can take on your mental health and relationships. My own journey taught me the importance of self-awareness, empathy, and compassionate support — and that recovery is possible, not just from unhealthy habits, but from the fear of failing to meet others’ expectations, or even the fear of meeting them.

I’m a qualified, person-centred counsellor, offering a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself, explore your experiences, and build greater self-awareness. Having personally benefited from counselling, I know how valuable it is to feel genuinely understood, supported, and not judged.

Whether you’re dealing with unhealthy habits, isolation from working alone, or the strain of spending long hours outside in demanding conditions, you don’t have to face it on your own. Together, we’ll work to uncover what’s holding you back, find clarity, and reconnect with your strengths so you can make choices that feel authentic and meaningful to you.

I offer face to face sessions in Buxton, Matlock and Bakewell and online sessions

I’m a qualified, person-centred counsellor, here to support people facing life’s pressures and challenges. My focus is on helping you reconnect with your inner strength and make meaningful changes that truly align with who you are.

I came to counselling through my own experiences of high expectations and unhealthy coping mechanisms. For a long time, I felt overwhelmed by work and life until I realised I could make healthier choices that worked for me. That journey taught me the value of self-awareness, empathy, and compassionate support.

In our sessions, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself, explore your experiences, and discover new ways forward. 

I believe everyone has the capacity to grow and create positive change. I’ve made mistakes myself, but instead of being ruled by them, I’ve learned from them — and I want the same for you.

What happens next

If you feel ready to take the first step, please reach out to arrange a free 1/2hr confidential phone call. This first session is an opportunity to see how we connect, discuss what you’d like to work on, and answer any questions you might have.

From there, if you choose to continue, we'll schedule regular sessions tailored to your needs. Each session moves at your pace, offering you the space and support you need as we explore your experiences and goals together.

Remember, taking this step is often the hardest part—but from here, you don’t have to do it alone. I'm here to walk alongside you on your journey of self-discovery and growth.

In all of our sessions, you can expect a warm, welcoming space where you're free to be yourself, explore your experiences, and build greater self-awareness. As someone who's personally benefited from counselling, I know how valuable it is to feel genuinely understood, supported, and not judged.

My own life experiences have taught me the power of understanding ourselves better, and I'll bring empathy and insight drawn from my own journey into our work together. I appreciate the courage it takes to share openly, and I'll support you at your own pace.

I work face to face in Matlock, Buxton and Bakewell so if you are interested in working with me I can take you through current availability during our initial call.

I also work online using Microsoft TEAMS.

I am experimenting with working every two weeks on Saturday mornings in Matlock or online.

Pressured by work or life? Struggling to cope? I’ve been there — and I know change is possible with the right support. 

For years, I faced the same pressures, turning to unhealthy coping mechanisms, until I realised I had the power to make different choices that truly worked for me. I know the toll that self-doubt, stress, and the constant pressure to perform can take on your mental health and relationships. My own journey taught me the importance of self-awareness, empathy, and compassionate support — and that recovery is possible, not just from unhealthy habits, but from the fear of failing to meet others’ expectations, or even the fear of meeting them.

I’m a qualified, person-centred counsellor, offering a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself, explore your experiences, and build greater self-awareness. Having personally benefited from counselling, I know how valuable it is to feel genuinely understood, supported, and not judged.

Whether you’re dealing with unhealthy habits, isolation from working alone, or the strain of spending long hours outside in demanding conditions, you don’t have to face it on your own. Together, we’ll work to uncover what’s holding you back, find clarity, and reconnect with your strengths so you can make choices that feel authentic and meaningful to you.

I offer face to face sessions in Buxton, Matlock and Bakewell and online sessions

I’m a qualified, person-centred counsellor, here to support people facing life’s pressures and challenges. My focus is on helping you reconnect with your inner strength and make meaningful changes that truly align with who you are.

I came to counselling through my own experiences of high expectations and unhealthy coping mechanisms. For a long time, I felt overwhelmed by work and life until I realised I could make healthier choices that worked for me. That journey taught me the value of self-awareness, empathy, and compassionate support.

In our sessions, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can be yourself, explore your experiences, and discover new ways forward. 

I believe everyone has the capacity to grow and create positive change. I’ve made mistakes myself, but instead of being ruled by them, I’ve learned from them — and I want the same for you.

What happens next

If you feel ready to take the first step, please reach out to arrange a free 1/2hr confidential phone call. This first session is an opportunity to see how we connect, discuss what you’d like to work on, and answer any questions you might have.

From there, if you choose to continue, we'll schedule regular sessions tailored to your needs. Each session moves at your pace, offering you the space and support you need as we explore your experiences and goals together.

Remember, taking this step is often the hardest part—but from here, you don’t have to do it alone. I'm here to walk alongside you on your journey of self-discovery and growth.

In all of our sessions, you can expect a warm, welcoming space where you're free to be yourself, explore your experiences, and build greater self-awareness. As someone who's personally benefited from counselling, I know how valuable it is to feel genuinely understood, supported, and not judged.

My own life experiences have taught me the power of understanding ourselves better, and I'll bring empathy and insight drawn from my own journey into our work together. I appreciate the courage it takes to share openly, and I'll support you at your own pace.