Hi, I am Aneta – I trained at the University of the West of England, Bristol, and hold a Master’s degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy. I am a member of the BACP and adhere to their ethical framework and professional standards. In addition to my counselling degree, I hold a Level 4 counselling certificate in Person Centred and Psychodynamic Skills (University of the West of England). I am a relational integrative counsellor, which means that I draw from various approaches, including Gestalt, Person Centred and Psychodynamic, putting the therapeutic relationship at the centre of my work. As each client is unique, so is the relationship we co-create.
I have completed various training courses such as: working with mental health in primary and secondary care, safeguarding clients, EFT, Focusing, Polyvagal theory, compassionate approach to anxiety, introduction to Internal Family Systems (IFS), existential therapy, trauma informed work, working with substance misuse, working with sexual and domestic abuse.
My background is in education and social care, including working with children who have special needs and parents who care for a child with disability.
Hello, I am Christine – As an MBACP (Accred) Counsellor/Psychotherapist, I bring over 30 years of experience to offer you a safe and understanding place to navigate life’s challenges. I recognise how overwhelming and isolating it can feel when you’re struggling, and I want to assure you that you’re not alone. It’s tough to maintain self-belief and see your worth when you’re feeling low, but together we can explore your feelings and the thoughts causing you distress. We may need to delve into past experiences and their impact on your life, all while working towards improving your overall well-being. I’m here to support you and guide you towards a more hopeful path. Feel free to reach out to me to discuss taking the next steps forward.
I also work with grief, bereavement and loss.
Additionally, I provide supervision for those in private practice and offer mentoring sessions for therapists considering starting their practice.
Please watch my short video for more information about me and my work: https://youtu.be/klHJ-d8lWfE
Hi, my name is David Whitelock,
I have over 15 years of experience working with the NHS as a counsellor, providing therapy to the general public. Prior to this I worked as an addiction’s counsellor for a rehabilitation centre. I have also done work supporting parents & have provided support for men in parenting settings.
Within the NHS I have been in a position to provide therapy for people from all walks of life, from the age of 18, all the way up into their 90’s. This includes people from different cultures & ethnic backgrounds and the LGBTQ+ community. This has given me experience of working with an extensive range of difficulties such as depression, anxiety, bereavement, trauma, gender & transition issues & long term health difficulties to name but a few. I feel blessed to have this wealth of experience, knowledge & understanding. I hope this experience helps me to help you.
I work as an integrative counsellor, mainly as a personal centred therapist but draw on other therapeutic models so that therapy can be ‘blended’ and tailored to suit your needs. I have training & experience in Counselling for Depression (CFD),Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT),and I am an accredited Interpersonal Therapy therapist. I am also a fully accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I have a great deal of experience working with communication & relationship dynamics & and knowledge & understanding of working with cultural/ethnic minority issues.
I hope to be able to help you understand your difficulties and yourself better so that you can feel more ‘whole’ and ‘connected’ as a person. Often people can feel ‘lost’ in some way or feel that their needs are not being met. Through therapy, we can identify if there are any useful changes that can be made or whether there are more useful ways of looking after yourself. Our first session will be an assessment session. We will work together to explore your difficulties, assess your needs and decide on the best way forward to structure your therapy.
I am able to work either face to face or by video sessions remotely. If you would like to book an assessment or have any questions, please contact me.
Mob: 07443413274
email: whitelockdavid@yahoo.co.uk
Hi, I’m Laura – a Clinical Psychologist and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapist. I have worked within adult mental health care for over 15years, and continue to lead NHSacute crisis care services for suicidality and complex mental health difficulties.
I offer private therapy to people experiencing a variety of difficulties including PTSD, complex trauma, anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, substance misuse and relationship challenges. I also work with people simply hoping to learn more about themselves and make positive change. My approach centres around building hope, resilience and self-compassion. I draw on a variety of psychological models to help with this; including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
I also offer supervision, consultation and training to other therapists and organisations.
Struggling? Overwhelmed? Need to be heard?
Hello, I am Hannah a BACP* Accredited counsellor. I support adults, both young and old, from a diverse range of backgrounds, who are experiencing issues including depression, anxiety, relationships, loss, self-esteem, sexual abuse and trauma.
As an integrative counsellor, my practice combines a number of therapeutic approaches with sessions personalised to your individual needs. With a trauma-informed lens, I also bring research-informed tools and resources that we can use in our work together.
Working with me you can expect a safe, non-judgemental & confidential space in which you feel truly heard and witnessed. You will never be asked or expected to share any more than you feel comfortable to. Together we will explore the difficulties you are facing, and I will support you in finding an authentic way forward.
I work with clients in person, online and outdoors**
*British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists
**Outdoor walking therapy takes place in the Marlborough / Hungerford area
Hello,
I am Helen – I have been running my own practice for more than 15 years. I receive regular supervision that helps me to gain further insight into problems raised. I am an accredited member of The Counselling Society; my work follows ethical guidelines, and all my sessions are confidential.
I use a person-centred approach and utilise a wide range of creative mediums to support the therapeutic process. My work is tailored to find the most effective way to address issues.
Testimonial:
“I have been able to search for answers to my issues in a safe, relaxed and confidential environment. Helen has the ability to listen and then raise a question that looks at the full aspect of any particular problem. I have found my sessions have given me a new perspective on life and this is without doubt down to Helen’s skills and patience.”
I work from a person centred model which values the uniqueness of every individual. As a fully qualified and experienced counsellor I seek to offer the safety, warmth and acceptance of a professional therapeutic relationship. I aim to work alongside you, exploring any issues and difficult feelings together, to find understanding and facilitate change. I am committed to my own ongoing development and learning and as a member BACP, adhere to the standards of their Ethical Framework in my practice.
I have worked in educational settings offering emotional support to children and young people for over ten years, before practicing both privately and in voluntary agency settings as an adult counsellor.
Hi, I am Marietta – I have been working as a psychologist in various areas since 2007. I consider myself an open-minded person who is always eager to find new challenges, both personally and professionally. I am constantly seeking opportunities to be of service to as many people as possible, providing professional and accessible help.
Working with people, for me, is like solving a puzzle. Each new piece of information contributes to a better understanding of the current question, making it more complete and clearer for both myself and the client.
Hi, I am Ruth – If you’ve found yourself here, I’m imagining you might be feeling a bit lost or anxious. You could have a good idea as to what is going on and ready to turn towards it, or you could be in a state of wordless despair, both are very common and extremely normal. There is no ‘right’ way to be as you consider psychotherapy, instead I invite you to be just as you are and, if we decide to work together, we can start to explore what might be going on.
When growing up, and as we continue in life, it is often necessary to stuff our feelings down, unconsciously defending against whatever feels unacceptable or unbearable. These defences are, in part, very useful as they can help us to avoid situations that provoke unbearable anxieties. However, as we get older, they can also prevent us from living a full and connected life. This could manifest as rageful anger and an inability to acknowledge our hurt or disappointment, or as a default to always ‘people please’ to protect against being rejected and alone, and anything in between.
These behaviours are often the result of an early unmet need and psychotherapy can help to identify this and find new ways of managing it. This can lead to greater self-awareness, improved self-esteem, positive changes in behaviour and an ability to make meaningful relationships.
I offer a FREE 15-minute introductory call, which gives me an idea of what you are looking for and whether I am able to support you.
During this conversation we will decide whether or not to meet for an introductory session (50 minutes charged at my standard fee). This meeting will give us both an idea of whether we are a ‘good fit’ for longer-term therapeutic work.
If, following this, we decide to work together, I will offer you a session at the same time and place each week. The ritual of meeting regularly will help to create the relational foundations from which you can start to heal and grow. Life ‘out there’ will continue to roll forward, and often the same relationships and recurrent experiences will come into the room, and that’s ok.
Hello, my name is Sarah. I am a person-centred counsellor and I work in a non-judgemental, non-prescriptive way.
Being unseen and unheard can be isolating and I am here to help you as you explore whilst giving you empathy and a genuineness in my practise.
Coming to your first session may seem like a hurdle, but it’s the first step in your personal growth.
I believe everyone has the ability to lead a balanced life. Whether facing changes in your everyday, feeling at a crossroads, or just wanting to understand yourself then I can support you with these challenges.
I allow you time and space to explore your feelings thoughts and emotions and together we can help you understand yourself. It’s not all talk, I like to work creatively to offer a space where you as the client can express yourself when the words just won’t come.
I have experience in working with clients with a variety of issues, from a change in situation or circumstance, anxiety, loss or just wanting to discover yourself, to mild mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression.
I also have experience supporting clients experiencing, domestic abuse, menopause and recovery from addiction.
I offer counselling from ages 14 upwards.
As soon as you start working with Sakhi we begin to design your tailor made Psychological and Emotional well being tool kit that will equip you to better navigate your way from core habits that need to be changed.
We pinpoint harmful patterns of behaviour, work on triggers to upgrade old unhealthy, destructive habits and replace them with clearer insights and a better understanding of yourself.
The Result, a Bulletproof Mindset – Sakhi’s approach to Counselling is rooted in the strong belief that everyone has the potential for change and live a life that’s truly fulfilling and enriching.
Our Therapy Mission is to have you operating at your very best but more importantly we help keep you there with evidence based techniques and strategies so you can apply the knowledge and skills gained from your sessions and navigate life’s challenges with greater ease, it’s all about helping/equipping you be good on a bad day.
With a spirit of unwavering resilience Sakhi’s dedication and passion is immediately evident and infectious she’s armed with a treasure trove of experience, wisdom and an unyielding commitment to your transformation and success, she empowers you to break through barriers, discover your inner strength and unlock your full potential.
