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Ali Holstead
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
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Ali Holstead

Counsellor, MBACP Accred (she, her)

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North Bar House,, 43 - 44 North Bar Street, Banbury OX16
01295 957853
Let's Connect 01295 957853
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My name is Ali. Many people find these winter months especially challenging for their mental health. The shorter days and reduced sunlight can affect your mood, motivation and overall well-being. You might also be facing other losses such as a bereavement, low self-esteem or confidence, a relationship breakdown, a major life transition, poor health or a general loss of purpose or direction. Loss can take many forms and often brings feelings of emptiness, confusion, or disconnection. I specialise in helping people manage life's losses.
We all experience loss uniquely. I offer a warm, supportive, and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain a deeper understanding of yourself, and find ways to move forward with greater clarity and resilience. Together, we can work towards restoring balance and well-being in your everyday life.
I take a holistic, empathic approach, tailoring each session to meet your unique needs and circumstances. The first step towards counselling may feel daunting, so I aim to make the process as easy as possible. You’re welcome to get in touch by email, voicemail, or text. I will then offer a free 15-minute phone call so we can see if we are a good fit.
Call or Ali Holstead now for a free 15 minute consultation - 01295 957853

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

North Bar House,

43 - 44 North Bar Street

Banbury OX16 map

01295 957853

Milton Keynes Quaker Centre

1 Oakley Gardens, Downhead Park,

Milton Keynes MK15 map

I offer counselling sessions in-person, online using Zoom or by phone. I am available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
I specialize in Bereavement, Life Transitions and Anxiety 
£65 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect 01295 957853
Photo of Ali Holstead, Counsellor, MBACP Accred

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

North Bar House,

43 - 44 North Bar Street

Banbury OX16 map

01295 957853

Milton Keynes Quaker Centre

1 Oakley Gardens, Downhead Park,

Milton Keynes MK15 map

I offer counselling sessions in-person, online using Zoom or by phone. I am available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
I specialize in Bereavement, Life Transitions and Anxiety 
£65 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions £65

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Cash
Photo of Ali Holstead, Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Ali Holstead
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you
Photo of Ali Holstead, Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Ali Holstead
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy Ali Holstead
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 4 years
  • Waverley Abbey College, Farnham, Surrey., BA (Hons) Counselling, Graduated 2023
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Polytechnic of Central London in Podiatric Medicine BSc (Hons) Podiatric Medicine / 1991
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I have a passion to help people who are facing a loss of any kind. Whether this is a bereavement or a loss of relationship, health, confidence, purpose or direction in life I offer the space to explore this and offer relevant tools which may help.
Photo of Ali Holstead, Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Ali Holstead
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01295 957853
"
I have a passion to help people who are facing a loss of any kind. Whether this is a bereavement or a loss of relationship, health, confidence, purpose or direction in life I offer the space to explore this and offer relevant tools which may help.
Photo of Ali Holstead, Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Ali Holstead
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01295 957853

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Bereavement
  • Life Transitions
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Illness
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Seniors
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
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I work with people who are struggling with a loss of any kind. During our initial session we explore this loss and how it is affecting everyday life. I will offer individualised suggestions of tools to help coping easier. Most of my clients feel a weight lifted as they are able to talk about their thoughts and emotions in a safe, confidential space.
Photo of Ali Holstead, Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Ali Holstead
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01295 957853
"
I work with people who are struggling with a loss of any kind. During our initial session we explore this loss and how it is affecting everyday life. I will offer individualised suggestions of tools to help coping easier. Most of my clients feel a weight lifted as they are able to talk about their thoughts and emotions in a safe, confidential space.
Photo of Ali Holstead, Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Ali Holstead
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01295 957853

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Compassion Focused
  • Creative Therapy
  • Gestalt
  • Integrative
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centred
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
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I use an integrative approach tailoring the sessions to each person's needs at that particular time. I particularly like the Narrative Therapy approach so that you can talk about what has happened and begin to process it. I may also integrate psychodynamics, Person-centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Gestalt, Compassion-focussed and creative therapy into our sessions.
Photo of Ali Holstead, Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Ali Holstead
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01295 957853
"
I use an integrative approach tailoring the sessions to each person's needs at that particular time. I particularly like the Narrative Therapy approach so that you can talk about what has happened and begin to process it. I may also integrate psychodynamics, Person-centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Gestalt, Compassion-focussed and creative therapy into our sessions.
Photo of Ali Holstead, Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Ali Holstead
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01295 957853

Location

Primary Location

North Bar House,

43 - 44 North Bar Street

Banbury OX16

01295 957853

Additional Location

Milton Keynes Quaker Centre

1 Oakley Gardens, Downhead Park,

Milton Keynes MK15

01295 957853
"
I offer counselling sessions in-person, online using Zoom or by phone. I am available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Photo of Ali Holstead, Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Ali Holstead
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Call for a free consultation now - 01295 957853
"
I offer counselling sessions in-person, online using Zoom or by phone. I am available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Photo of Ali Holstead, Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Ali Holstead
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Call for a free consultation now - 01295 957853