Photo of Jo Memory, Counsellor in Ashford (Surrey), England
Jo Memory
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ashford (Surrey) TW15
Hello and welcome, I'm Jo, your integrative, trauma-informed counsellor, committed to providing compassionate support and guidance to those impacted by trauma. Do you struggle with self-esteem, self worth, setting healthy boundaries, or anxiety? Are you seeking to feel 'enough' and build self confidence ? You're not alone. I'm here to provide you with compassionate care and unwavering acceptance. Together, we'll break down barriers and help you become the person you want to be. It just takes courage and the desire for change
Hello and welcome, I'm Jo, your integrative, trauma-informed counsellor, committed to providing compassionate support and guidance to those impacted by trauma. Do you struggle with self-esteem, self worth, setting healthy boundaries, or anxiety? Are you seeking to feel 'enough' and build self confidence ? You're not alone. I'm here to provide you with compassionate care and unwavering acceptance. Together, we'll break down barriers and help you become the person you want to be. It just takes courage and the desire for change
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Photo of Amanda Brockwell, Counsellor in Ashford (Surrey), England
Amanda Brockwell
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ashford (Surrey) TW15
My specialist areas are crisis, loss, trauma, relationships, depression and anxiety.
The anticipated outcome from our therapeutic relationship would be for you to find healing and wholeness in the work we do together. My training and experience means nothing, unless the real me can reach out to the real you with genuine care, empathy and understanding. I am interested in being part of your journey, to help empower you to fully engage in what life has to offer rather than being trapped within pain, trauma or unhappiness which can be devouring. Nothing makes me happier to see the broken get in touch with their true selves, their cause of emotional pain or anxieties, and to share that growth, change and healing.
My specialist areas are crisis, loss, trauma, relationships, depression and anxiety.
The anticipated outcome from our therapeutic relationship would be for you to find healing and wholeness in the work we do together. My training and experience means nothing, unless the real me can reach out to the real you with genuine care, empathy and understanding. I am interested in being part of your journey, to help empower you to fully engage in what life has to offer rather than being trapped within pain, trauma or unhappiness which can be devouring. Nothing makes me happier to see the broken get in touch with their true selves, their cause of emotional pain or anxieties, and to share that growth, change and healing.
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Photo of Aman O’Connor, Counsellor in Ashford (Surrey), England
Aman O’Connor
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ashford (Surrey) TW15
I am an Integrative counsellor and have a broad range of experience working with clients including young people and adults. The approach I use allows me to move freely between modalities while adapting and bringing together relevant elements according to individual needs and requirements. I believe the essence of my role as a counsellor is the therapeutic relationship between the client and me, developing a trusting relationship within the counselling session is essential. I involve the use of empathy, non-judgment, and authenticity. This alongside confidentiality creates a safe environment for the client and I to work together.
I am an Integrative counsellor and have a broad range of experience working with clients including young people and adults. The approach I use allows me to move freely between modalities while adapting and bringing together relevant elements according to individual needs and requirements. I believe the essence of my role as a counsellor is the therapeutic relationship between the client and me, developing a trusting relationship within the counselling session is essential. I involve the use of empathy, non-judgment, and authenticity. This alongside confidentiality creates a safe environment for the client and I to work together.
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Photo of Sujatha Iyer, Counsellor in Ashford (Surrey), England
Sujatha Iyer
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Staines TW18
I have experience working with clients who seek help for a range of emotional difficulties, including anxiety, depression, low mood, panic attacks, family and relationship issues, grief & loss.
I have come to counselling and psychotherapy as my second career after spending over 25 years in the corporate sector as part of the human resources function for global technology companies. My desire and ability to connect with people combined with a quest to find deeper meaning in my work led me to retrain and find my true vocation. I have navigated challenging life experiences and have grown and found peace through my own personal therapy. I’m versatile in my clinical approach, drawing from a rich theoretical foundation having trained as an Integrative Psychotherapist.
I have experience working with clients who seek help for a range of emotional difficulties, including anxiety, depression, low mood, panic attacks, family and relationship issues, grief & loss.
I have come to counselling and psychotherapy as my second career after spending over 25 years in the corporate sector as part of the human resources function for global technology companies. My desire and ability to connect with people combined with a quest to find deeper meaning in my work led me to retrain and find my true vocation. I have navigated challenging life experiences and have grown and found peace through my own personal therapy. I’m versatile in my clinical approach, drawing from a rich theoretical foundation having trained as an Integrative Psychotherapist.
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Photo of Dr Mihaela Zdrali, Psychologist in Ashford (Surrey), England
Dr Mihaela Zdrali
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Shepperton TW17
If you feel worried or depressed in your present situation and/or stuck and unhappy in your relationship, talking to a therapist may be the best choice you make.
Today, more and more people are faced with overwhelming stress, in their relationships, at work and in their personal circumstances. However more and more people are becoming aware and motivated to take steps towards a more fulfilled and happy life. If you feel worried or depressed in your present situation and/or stuck and unhappy in your relationship, talking to a therapist may be the best choice you make. Therapy offers a safe and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, get support, understanding and professional guidance towards a resolution and peace of mind.
If you feel worried or depressed in your present situation and/or stuck and unhappy in your relationship, talking to a therapist may be the best choice you make.
Today, more and more people are faced with overwhelming stress, in their relationships, at work and in their personal circumstances. However more and more people are becoming aware and motivated to take steps towards a more fulfilled and happy life. If you feel worried or depressed in your present situation and/or stuck and unhappy in your relationship, talking to a therapist may be the best choice you make. Therapy offers a safe and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, get support, understanding and professional guidance towards a resolution and peace of mind.
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Photo of Caroline Larcombe, Counsellor in Ashford (Surrey), England
Caroline Larcombe
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Sunbury-on-Thames TW16
Counselling can help process feelings that feel unmanageable and situations that feel impossible. I offer a safe space to talk about fears, worries and anything difficult that is happening in your life. I am able to offer EMDR therapy online and in person to adults and teenagers. EMDR is effective in helping with trauma, anxiety and phobias.
Counselling can help process feelings that feel unmanageable and situations that feel impossible. I offer a safe space to talk about fears, worries and anything difficult that is happening in your life. I am able to offer EMDR therapy online and in person to adults and teenagers. EMDR is effective in helping with trauma, anxiety and phobias.
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Photo of Bianca Clarke, Psychotherapist in Ashford (Surrey), England
Bianca Clarke
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Feltham TW14  (Online Only)
I can help you to overcome difficulties such as low mood, generalised anxiety, OCD, health anxiety, social anxiety, phobias, PTSD, stress, low self esteem and more.
Hi, I'm Bianca, a CBT therapist and owner of MindkindCBT. Do you feel depressed, anxious, just not feeling quite right in yourself? As you are reading this you have already taken the first step in seeking support which can feel difficult to do but is a huge step on your journey to wellness. I offer a warm, friendly and compassionate safe space for you to gain a greater understanding of your difficulties and guide you through techniques and life skills that will push you towards your goals, increase your sense of wellness and allow you to be the person that you wish to be. Therapies I deliver are CBT and Somatic EMDR.
I can help you to overcome difficulties such as low mood, generalised anxiety, OCD, health anxiety, social anxiety, phobias, PTSD, stress, low self esteem and more.
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Dr Eliza K Margrove
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
Verified Verified
Feltham TW14
Feeling low, exhausted or overwhelmed? Do you feel unaccepted, alone or judged? Do you want help moving forward? Do you want to be guided by an anxiety specialist?
Feeling low, exhausted or overwhelmed? Do you feel unaccepted, alone or judged? Do you want help moving forward? Do you want to be guided by an anxiety specialist?
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Barbara Volkar
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Staines TW18
I have experience in working with anxiety, depression, anger management, eating disorders, addictions, relationship issues, sexual assault, and work related stress issues. With couples I deal with communication styles, relational and attachment patterns and I am particularly interested in the complex issues surrounding infidelity and betrayal.
I have experience in working with anxiety, depression, anger management, eating disorders, addictions, relationship issues, sexual assault, and work related stress issues. With couples I deal with communication styles, relational and attachment patterns and I am particularly interested in the complex issues surrounding infidelity and betrayal.
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Dina Doldt
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hounslow TW6
Private Practice in SW London and Clapham. Divorce /separation support Trauma, anxiety, depression.I am a qualified and registered integrative psychotherapist (BACP, UKCP) and offer long or short term psychotherapy. As a therapist I provide a safe, warm and non-judgemental space where you can explore and reflect about your thoughts, behaviour and your emotions outside your usual circles of family or friends with a trained professional whom you can trust to keep things completely confidential.
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Jack Reardon
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified Verified
Hounslow TW6
I offer long-term and short-term psychotherapy and counselling for a wide range of issues. One of the hardest choices can be finding a therapist. I have an Integrative approach to Psychotherapy, this means I integrate an approach that is suitable to you. I have experience with; addiction recovery, anxiety, depression, trauma, compulsive behaviour, relationship difficulties/or lack of relationship, low self-esteem, childhood abuse, dissociation, suicidal thoughts, anger, self-harming/destructive thoughts and behaviour, amongst others.
I offer long-term and short-term psychotherapy and counselling for a wide range of issues. One of the hardest choices can be finding a therapist. I have an Integrative approach to Psychotherapy, this means I integrate an approach that is suitable to you. I have experience with; addiction recovery, anxiety, depression, trauma, compulsive behaviour, relationship difficulties/or lack of relationship, low self-esteem, childhood abuse, dissociation, suicidal thoughts, anger, self-harming/destructive thoughts and behaviour, amongst others.
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Natalie Baker
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Feltham TW14  (Online Only)
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Tony Orrell
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Feltham TW14
Are you depressed, stressed or anxious? Do you find relationships difficult? Would you like more self-confidence? I can offer you support in a safe environment to help you to understand & overcome recurring problems or to help you to manage your emotions & anxieties.
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Melanie Louise Dale
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Feltham TW13
Hello, I'm Mel , an experienced Psychotherapist and Counsellor working with children, teenagers and adults. My specialism is working with teenagers and young people. I help people struggling with anxiety, depression, panic disorder, anger management, social anxiety, suicidal thoughts and feeling sad. I am an Integrative Counsellor, where I draw upon many approaches to suit my clients including: Play Therapy, Trauma Focused, Person Centred, Psychodynamic, Gestalt and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy( CBT) . It takes courage to reach out and ask for support. So , it's important to find a counsellor who you feel comfortable with.
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Juliette Victoria Canham
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Shepperton TW17
Often life can be overwhelming and we can feel a bit lost, confused, lonely and anxious.
I am a qualified, HCPC, BACP registered Psychotherapist I qualified with an MA in Art Psychotherapy from Roehampton University.
Often life can be overwhelming and we can feel a bit lost, confused, lonely and anxious.
I am a qualified, HCPC, BACP registered Psychotherapist I qualified with an MA in Art Psychotherapy from Roehampton University.
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Noorien Halari
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Sunbury-on-Thames TW16
You may be feeling confused, isolated and anxious, and the idea of reaching out for help can seem overwhelming.
I understand that seeking therapy can be both comforting and daunting, but it can also be liberating and I commend individuals who reach out for help. Our pain can often be a message that there is something amiss in our lives, and I believe it is important that we listen to that message. Whether you are dealing with a difficult time in your life and need help managing the emotions and thoughts, I aim to assist individuals to better understand the relationship between their feelings and thoughts and explore ways to change maladaptive patterns.
You may be feeling confused, isolated and anxious, and the idea of reaching out for help can seem overwhelming.
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Dawn Kitchener
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shepperton TW17
I have vast experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, self-harm, grief and loss.
Hi, my name is Dawn and I'm so pleased you've chosen to reach out and find a therapist. I'd like to offer you hope that you can find contentment in your life through exploring emotions that either overwhelm or prevent you from living the life you would like. I completed my Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling with the CPCAB in 2020, and and in 2023 qualified as a Level 1 IFS (Internal Family Systems) therapist. I also work within the NHS in a wellbeing role using IFS to help clients regain balance in their lives.
I have vast experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, self-harm, grief and loss.
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Lauren Bourne
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Staines TW18  (Online Only)
I have experience working with Anxiety, Depression, Grief/Loss, Addiction, Relationships, Increased Self-awareness, Female Health (fertility), Men's Mental Health, LGBTQIA+, Personality Disorders, Bipolar Disorder and Autism.
Hi, I'm Lauren and I am founder of The Selfcare Hour. At certain stages of life, we experience difficult situations, and counselling can help you to understand your experience and work towards inner peace. My approach is to offer a safe space that allows for the depth offered by therapy and adapting to the needs of my clients. I aim to step into the shoes of my clients and experience your journey. I offer a warm and non-judgmental space to explore what it is causing unhelpful thinking and behaviours and how better to cope when situations and issues arise.
I have experience working with Anxiety, Depression, Grief/Loss, Addiction, Relationships, Increased Self-awareness, Female Health (fertility), Men's Mental Health, LGBTQIA+, Personality Disorders, Bipolar Disorder and Autism.
Hi, I'm Lauren and I am founder of The Selfcare Hour. At certain stages of life, we experience difficult situations, and counselling can help you to understand your experience and work towards inner peace. My approach is to offer a safe space that allows for the depth offered by therapy and adapting to the needs of my clients. I aim to step into the shoes of my clients and experience your journey. I offer a warm and non-judgmental space to explore what it is causing unhelpful thinking and behaviours and how better to cope when situations and issues arise.
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Hannah Richardson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Sunbury-on-Thames TW16
If you're here, your probably finding life tough at the moment. Perhaps your anxiety levels are going through the roof or maybe you're wondering what's happening in your relationships? Perhaps past experiences are getting in the way of you living the way you would like to. Or maybe you just need to talk something through. Therapy can help you find a way forward if you're struggling. If you come to see me, together we will find ways to alleviate your distress, understand what's going on and how, with awareness, things can change.
If you're here, your probably finding life tough at the moment. Perhaps your anxiety levels are going through the roof or maybe you're wondering what's happening in your relationships? Perhaps past experiences are getting in the way of you living the way you would like to. Or maybe you just need to talk something through. Therapy can help you find a way forward if you're struggling. If you come to see me, together we will find ways to alleviate your distress, understand what's going on and how, with awareness, things can change.
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Lorraine (Lorrie) Berry
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Sunbury-on-Thames TW16
Everyone experiences a wide range of feelings in life. You may be experiencing difficulties at home, work, college or university, with relationships, health and other life struggles. You may have reached a point in life where you need more than a friendly ear and I appreciate that seeing a counsellor can seem overwhelming. My aim is to provide a professional, but warm, confidential non-judgemental, caring, safe environment where you and I can explore your difficulties together. I place a lot of emphasis on our relationship, with us getting to know each-other and working collaboratively to improve your wellbeing.
Everyone experiences a wide range of feelings in life. You may be experiencing difficulties at home, work, college or university, with relationships, health and other life struggles. You may have reached a point in life where you need more than a friendly ear and I appreciate that seeing a counsellor can seem overwhelming. My aim is to provide a professional, but warm, confidential non-judgemental, caring, safe environment where you and I can explore your difficulties together. I place a lot of emphasis on our relationship, with us getting to know each-other and working collaboratively to improve your wellbeing.
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Anxiety Counsellors

What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?

The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

When should I seek treatment for anxiety?

Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?

Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.