Counselling in Taunton
Lucy Glanfield
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Taunton TA4
Are you looking for someone to truly hear your voice, where understanding and support is offered without judgment? Perhaps you're seeking an opportunity to reflect on your life and gain insight into the experiences that have brought you to this point. Throughout our journey, it's common to encounter overwhelming feelings of isolation and despair, it's important to remember that you are not alone. I am here to extend a warm invitation to a secure, confidential, and trusting therapeutic relationship. Together, we can navigate the pathway to discovering the genuine and authentic version of YOU, The YOU that you've been searching for!
Are you looking for someone to truly hear your voice, where understanding and support is offered without judgment? Perhaps you're seeking an opportunity to reflect on your life and gain insight into the experiences that have brought you to this point. Throughout our journey, it's common to encounter overwhelming feelings of isolation and despair, it's important to remember that you are not alone. I am here to extend a warm invitation to a secure, confidential, and trusting therapeutic relationship. Together, we can navigate the pathway to discovering the genuine and authentic version of YOU, The YOU that you've been searching for!
Tanya Hall-Palmer
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
Waitlist for new clients
What is going on for you? Where are you “stuck”? Maybe you are looking for somewhere to go to talk things through. Maybe you’re wondering why you can’t get past something that keeps coming up. You may be feeling restless, sad, frustrated or anxious. Working together, we will explore your unique life experiences to help you understand more about your thoughts, feelings, behaviours and relationships. I am trained as an integrative therapist; this means I can draw on a range of humanistic, psychodynamic and cognitive theories tailored to your individual needs, creating a bespoke therapeutic experience.
What is going on for you? Where are you “stuck”? Maybe you are looking for somewhere to go to talk things through. Maybe you’re wondering why you can’t get past something that keeps coming up. You may be feeling restless, sad, frustrated or anxious. Working together, we will explore your unique life experiences to help you understand more about your thoughts, feelings, behaviours and relationships. I am trained as an integrative therapist; this means I can draw on a range of humanistic, psychodynamic and cognitive theories tailored to your individual needs, creating a bespoke therapeutic experience.
The Heard Therapy
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Taunton TA3
I am a counsellor who focusses on the value of the therapeutic relationship and how trust and safety can support you and help you to validate and understand your experience without judgement. I work as an equine and nature assisted somatic trauma therapist and find it very helpful to combine this work with gentle trauma sensitive yoga practices to help regulate the nervous system. I have trained with Equusoma which brings elements of somatic experiencing into the experience of equine connection, I am also training in Somatic Experiencing. The work I do helps to integrate and process the experience of the mind and the body.
I am a counsellor who focusses on the value of the therapeutic relationship and how trust and safety can support you and help you to validate and understand your experience without judgement. I work as an equine and nature assisted somatic trauma therapist and find it very helpful to combine this work with gentle trauma sensitive yoga practices to help regulate the nervous system. I have trained with Equusoma which brings elements of somatic experiencing into the experience of equine connection, I am also training in Somatic Experiencing. The work I do helps to integrate and process the experience of the mind and the body.
Denis -Counselling For Adults Teens Young Adults
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Taunton TA3
Your first counselling session if FREE. We all struggle in life at one point or another, if you are struggling with stress, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, past trauma, eating disorders, panic attacks, loss or grief and addiction, self harm, suicidal thoughts, relationships, race and culture etc. I can help. If things feel too much to manage on our own, counselling with me could help.
Your first counselling session if FREE. We all struggle in life at one point or another, if you are struggling with stress, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, past trauma, eating disorders, panic attacks, loss or grief and addiction, self harm, suicidal thoughts, relationships, race and culture etc. I can help. If things feel too much to manage on our own, counselling with me could help.
Dr Maria Gascon-Ramos
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
As a Clinical & Educational Psychologist, I work with children and adults with a range of difficulties who want to improve their lives. Clients I see struggle with attachment trauma, anxiety depression, physical symptoms and self-criticism. They often feel, anxious, drained, live with pain, gastro problems, phobias and/or PTSD/ADHD symptoms. Relationships are challenging, and trusting others to access help is a struggle. Through our work, we develop greater awareness of how they relate to others in intimate relationships, and the impact this has on their body and mind, which helps them relate to themselves differently too.
As a Clinical & Educational Psychologist, I work with children and adults with a range of difficulties who want to improve their lives. Clients I see struggle with attachment trauma, anxiety depression, physical symptoms and self-criticism. They often feel, anxious, drained, live with pain, gastro problems, phobias and/or PTSD/ADHD symptoms. Relationships are challenging, and trusting others to access help is a struggle. Through our work, we develop greater awareness of how they relate to others in intimate relationships, and the impact this has on their body and mind, which helps them relate to themselves differently too.
Andrew Ayers Talking Therapies Ltd
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Taunton TA1
I have worked in the field of mental health for over 25 years, and this has afforded me the opportunity to experience and work collaboratively with clients from a range of difficulties and backgrounds, using evidence based treatments and see how effective and transformative they can be. I have extensive experience in working with anxiety and Mood disorders, such as Generalized Anxiety (Excessive worry); Social Anxiety; Panic Attacks; Phobia's (animals, weather, emetophobia etc); OCD; Eating Disorders (Bulimia, Binge Eating disorder, Restrictive Eating); PTSD; Depression and Low self esteem.
I have worked in the field of mental health for over 25 years, and this has afforded me the opportunity to experience and work collaboratively with clients from a range of difficulties and backgrounds, using evidence based treatments and see how effective and transformative they can be. I have extensive experience in working with anxiety and Mood disorders, such as Generalized Anxiety (Excessive worry); Social Anxiety; Panic Attacks; Phobia's (animals, weather, emetophobia etc); OCD; Eating Disorders (Bulimia, Binge Eating disorder, Restrictive Eating); PTSD; Depression and Low self esteem.
The OCD Treatment Centre
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
I work with clients that primarily struggle with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) symptoms and anxiety disorders. My clients experience contamination, responsibility, religious/scrupulosity, relationship, health, symmetry, and 'Pure O' OCD symptoms. I offer formal assessments, treatment proposals, and I regularly educate and support clients to learn specialist skills, tools and techniques to successfully manage their OCD. This includes learning to diffuse from and accept unwanted thoughts, resist the urge to perform compulsions, and improve self-esteem. I am experienced working with mild, moderate, or severe OCD.
I work with clients that primarily struggle with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) symptoms and anxiety disorders. My clients experience contamination, responsibility, religious/scrupulosity, relationship, health, symmetry, and 'Pure O' OCD symptoms. I offer formal assessments, treatment proposals, and I regularly educate and support clients to learn specialist skills, tools and techniques to successfully manage their OCD. This includes learning to diffuse from and accept unwanted thoughts, resist the urge to perform compulsions, and improve self-esteem. I am experienced working with mild, moderate, or severe OCD.
Counselling with Hannah
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Taunton TA2
Has the layering of life and work challenges contributed to you feeling anxious, stressed, lonely or depressed? Are the lasting effects of trauma an unwelcome visitor in your life? Have you lost a sense of you, meaning or purpose, uncertain as to what the future means for you? Are you struggling with relationships of any kind? Have you lost a loved one and struggling to manage your grief? Is shift work, disability or busy life schedule affecting your life prevented you from having access to therapy? Are you looking for non judgemental support to assist you in self awareness so you can make changes happen for a better way of being.
Has the layering of life and work challenges contributed to you feeling anxious, stressed, lonely or depressed? Are the lasting effects of trauma an unwelcome visitor in your life? Have you lost a sense of you, meaning or purpose, uncertain as to what the future means for you? Are you struggling with relationships of any kind? Have you lost a loved one and struggling to manage your grief? Is shift work, disability or busy life schedule affecting your life prevented you from having access to therapy? Are you looking for non judgemental support to assist you in self awareness so you can make changes happen for a better way of being.
David Flavin
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Taunton TA2 (Online Only)
I specialise in Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) along side other integrative therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Mindfulness and hypnotherapy. The framework my approach is built on is REBT, yet as each of us are different, I integrate the other therapies to suit each individual. Some clients benefit more from rationalising thoughts and beliefs, while some need help getting over the past, and some need help with moving forward. I work with my clients to address issues, create and reach goals, and to help them make the most of everyday life, without the struggles.
I specialise in Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) along side other integrative therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Mindfulness and hypnotherapy. The framework my approach is built on is REBT, yet as each of us are different, I integrate the other therapies to suit each individual. Some clients benefit more from rationalising thoughts and beliefs, while some need help getting over the past, and some need help with moving forward. I work with my clients to address issues, create and reach goals, and to help them make the most of everyday life, without the struggles.
Emma Cavinder
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Taunton TA4
Hello, I'm Emma. I offer a safe, confidential, space adults and teenagers, where together we can unpick the things in life that you are finding difficult. There is no judgment in my counselling room. It is your space to explore what is what going on for you and find ways to help you live a happier life. You are always at the centre of my practice and I will tailor my work to suit your needs, helping you to reduce anxiety and improve resilience. Face to Face counselling sessions take place at my practice in Wiveliscombe, which has free parking and disabled access. I also offer counselling online or by telephone.
Hello, I'm Emma. I offer a safe, confidential, space adults and teenagers, where together we can unpick the things in life that you are finding difficult. There is no judgment in my counselling room. It is your space to explore what is what going on for you and find ways to help you live a happier life. You are always at the centre of my practice and I will tailor my work to suit your needs, helping you to reduce anxiety and improve resilience. Face to Face counselling sessions take place at my practice in Wiveliscombe, which has free parking and disabled access. I also offer counselling online or by telephone.
The Terrace Psychotherapy Practice
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
As Taunton’s leading therapy practice, we attract the highest calibre of counsellors, psychotherapists and complementary health practitioners. Our range of therapies sets out to meet the needs of all individuals, couples, children, teenagers and families. Established in 1994, The Terrace is well known for offering professional therapy from their elegant building in Taunton, Somerset. Being able to talk things through with professional guidance and support makes a huge and positive difference. Counselling can sometimes feel daunting, but our friendly therapists will put you at ease, thanks to years of experience and training.
As Taunton’s leading therapy practice, we attract the highest calibre of counsellors, psychotherapists and complementary health practitioners. Our range of therapies sets out to meet the needs of all individuals, couples, children, teenagers and families. Established in 1994, The Terrace is well known for offering professional therapy from their elegant building in Taunton, Somerset. Being able to talk things through with professional guidance and support makes a huge and positive difference. Counselling can sometimes feel daunting, but our friendly therapists will put you at ease, thanks to years of experience and training.
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Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
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Exmoor Counselling Service
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Taunton TA4 (Online Only)
Hello and thank you for visiting Exmoor Counselling’s profile. Life can be stressful, challenging, and overwhelming. This can be influenced by issues such as past/present experiences, relationship difficulties, general anxieties and worries, feelings of panic, low confidence and self-esteem, bereavement amongst other things. However, you may feel embarrassed, unable, or unwilling to share your worries with friends or family. Exmoor Counselling can provide support, confidentiality, and non-judgmental understanding.
Hello and thank you for visiting Exmoor Counselling’s profile. Life can be stressful, challenging, and overwhelming. This can be influenced by issues such as past/present experiences, relationship difficulties, general anxieties and worries, feelings of panic, low confidence and self-esteem, bereavement amongst other things. However, you may feel embarrassed, unable, or unwilling to share your worries with friends or family. Exmoor Counselling can provide support, confidentiality, and non-judgmental understanding.
Aga Kaperek
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Taunton TA1
Hello and welcome. My name is Aga, I am originally from Poland but England has been my home for many years. As an integrative therapist, I blend various therapeutic approaches and methods to customize our sessions according to your unique requirements. In a secure, inviting, and confidential environment, you can openly express yourself without worrying about judgment.
No matter the difficulties, emotional struggles, or uncertainties that have brought you to therapy, it offers a chance for you to be listened to and assisted as you set out on a path towards greater comfort and a more satisfying, joyful life.
Hello and welcome. My name is Aga, I am originally from Poland but England has been my home for many years. As an integrative therapist, I blend various therapeutic approaches and methods to customize our sessions according to your unique requirements. In a secure, inviting, and confidential environment, you can openly express yourself without worrying about judgment.
No matter the difficulties, emotional struggles, or uncertainties that have brought you to therapy, it offers a chance for you to be listened to and assisted as you set out on a path towards greater comfort and a more satisfying, joyful life.
Eve McIntyre (Babcp Cbt Therapist Supervisor Emdr Practitioner)
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
CBT and EMDR can be highly beneficial if you are experiencing and feeling stuck with Depression, Anxiety or PTSD. When we experience emotional difficulties we need to feel heard, have a way of making sense of what we are feeling and gain a sense of hope for the future. I have an adaptive style, I would strive to offer support that feels tailored to you. We would work 'shoulder to shoulder' at each stage, at your pace to meet your therapy goals. I would value and encourage your contributions throughout our work together and aim to empower you. I would strive to create a curious, warm, non-judgemental therapeutic space.
CBT and EMDR can be highly beneficial if you are experiencing and feeling stuck with Depression, Anxiety or PTSD. When we experience emotional difficulties we need to feel heard, have a way of making sense of what we are feeling and gain a sense of hope for the future. I have an adaptive style, I would strive to offer support that feels tailored to you. We would work 'shoulder to shoulder' at each stage, at your pace to meet your therapy goals. I would value and encourage your contributions throughout our work together and aim to empower you. I would strive to create a curious, warm, non-judgemental therapeutic space.
Deborah Prossimo
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
I am a qualified, experienced counsellor and psychotherapist and a registered member of the BACP. I work face to face and online at The Terrace Psychotherapy Centre in Taunton, where I have a private therapy room. I provide a confidential, safe environment where, without judgment, you can talk freely about any issues or worries that you are experiencing.
I am a qualified, experienced counsellor and psychotherapist and a registered member of the BACP. I work face to face and online at The Terrace Psychotherapy Centre in Taunton, where I have a private therapy room. I provide a confidential, safe environment where, without judgment, you can talk freely about any issues or worries that you are experiencing.
Monika Walde
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
Hello and a warm welcome. I am interested to hear what brings you to counselling. I will offer you a safe space to share your story and to feel listen to. A space where you feel able to say how it is and you feel understood without being judged. I will be genuine and together we can explore your experiences in our sessions. EMDR is another approach I am trained in. I believe in humans' abilities to change, to grow and to heal and I feel positive that counselling can facilitate this.
Hello and a warm welcome. I am interested to hear what brings you to counselling. I will offer you a safe space to share your story and to feel listen to. A space where you feel able to say how it is and you feel understood without being judged. I will be genuine and together we can explore your experiences in our sessions. EMDR is another approach I am trained in. I believe in humans' abilities to change, to grow and to heal and I feel positive that counselling can facilitate this.
Georgie Rutty
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1 (Online Only)
I work with clients who are open to reflect and explore whatever they wish to bring to counselling and may be interested in trying some creative exercises in our sessions to help look at things from a different perspective. Their goals may be to improve self-awareness, self-acceptance and create healthy relationships with themselves and others.
I work with clients who are open to reflect and explore whatever they wish to bring to counselling and may be interested in trying some creative exercises in our sessions to help look at things from a different perspective. Their goals may be to improve self-awareness, self-acceptance and create healthy relationships with themselves and others.
Rachel Farrington
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Taunton TA2
Hi, I’m Rachel and I’ve been a practising counsellor since 2012. I offer a warm, empathic, confidential space for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I currently work as a school counsellor and within a private therapy setting.
Hi, I’m Rachel and I’ve been a practising counsellor since 2012. I offer a warm, empathic, confidential space for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I currently work as a school counsellor and within a private therapy setting.
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Number of Counsellors in Taunton
80+
Average cost per session
£55
Counsellors in Taunton who prioritize treating:
97% | Anxiety |
90% | Depression |
86% | Self Esteem |
85% | Stress |
80% | Relationship Issues |
78% | Bereavement |
64% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
59% | Aviva |
55% | AXA PPP |
48% | Bupa |
How Counsellors in Taunton see their clients
90% | In Person and Online | |
10% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
20% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Taunton?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Most Psychologists in the directory are accredited members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and/or are registered in the Health and Care Professions Council (HPCP).
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in the UK. Psychologists have earned a degree in psychology and many are members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have completed a postgraduate qualification in a specialism. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a psychology degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the BACP or UKCP, they are required to have completed a training course as well as clinical and supervision hours.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the UK could be between £30 - £60 when seeing a counsellor and £60 - £150 and up when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the BACP, the UKCP, or BPS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there has been participation in a criminal act or act of terror, or if there is potential or known harm to the client or others, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.