Photo of Claudia Blanco, Counsellor in Southampton, England
Claudia Blanco
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southampton SO14
Hi! My name is Claudia (she/her). I'm a counsellor, therapist, mother, wife, daughter, dog lover, friend among many other roles! The challenges of having all these roles made me reflect on the importance of taking care of our mental health which led to my training in Gestalt Therapy. My profession is my passion and I feel privileged to help transform lives for the better. Many times, the way we deal with our problems and needs ends up keeping us stuck, generating more and more suffering like anxiety, depression and stress.
Hi! My name is Claudia (she/her). I'm a counsellor, therapist, mother, wife, daughter, dog lover, friend among many other roles! The challenges of having all these roles made me reflect on the importance of taking care of our mental health which led to my training in Gestalt Therapy. My profession is my passion and I feel privileged to help transform lives for the better. Many times, the way we deal with our problems and needs ends up keeping us stuck, generating more and more suffering like anxiety, depression and stress.
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Gaynor Williams
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Southampton SO31
I am a highly experienced counsellor and my aim is to create a positive, trusting environment in which I help you to help yourself. I provide a safe and caring professional counselling and psychotherapy service. I am an empathic and approachable person working in a non-judgemental and confidential way. By exploring your past, the causes of present day problems are often revealed. We can't change the past, but we can gain understanding allowing you to relate differently to yourself, others and problems in order to choose to make changes or find acceptance.
I am a highly experienced counsellor and my aim is to create a positive, trusting environment in which I help you to help yourself. I provide a safe and caring professional counselling and psychotherapy service. I am an empathic and approachable person working in a non-judgemental and confidential way. By exploring your past, the causes of present day problems are often revealed. We can't change the past, but we can gain understanding allowing you to relate differently to yourself, others and problems in order to choose to make changes or find acceptance.
023 8235 6102 View 023 8235 6102
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Kirsty Crawley - van Lieshout
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southampton SO14
Need to talk to someone as you feel stuck? I might be able to help you.
Need to talk to someone as you feel stuck? I might be able to help you.
023 8214 8308 View 023 8214 8308
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Counselling and Life Coaching Services
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Southampton SO32  (Online Only)
I am a qualified, registered senior accredited counsellor and life coach and my style of working is integrative which means that I am trained to use a range of counselling skills to support you. With over 18 years experience working as a psychotherapeutic counsellor both privately and for the NHS, I have developed a special interest in working with depression and anxiety, stress, relationship issues and difficulties, addiction, long term and life limiting illness, bereavement and loss. As well as counselling I also provide solution focused counselling, short term therapy and life coaching if needed. Please ask for further details.
I am a qualified, registered senior accredited counsellor and life coach and my style of working is integrative which means that I am trained to use a range of counselling skills to support you. With over 18 years experience working as a psychotherapeutic counsellor both privately and for the NHS, I have developed a special interest in working with depression and anxiety, stress, relationship issues and difficulties, addiction, long term and life limiting illness, bereavement and loss. As well as counselling I also provide solution focused counselling, short term therapy and life coaching if needed. Please ask for further details.
01489 667558 View 01489 667558
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Questa Psychological Services
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, AFBPSsS
Verified Verified
Southampton SO16
I'm Bandna and I'm the Clinical Director of Questa. We're a small, specialist practice offering gold standard psychological services for children, teenagers, adults and families across Hampshire and Surrey. Our clinicians and support team are here to help you through; whether you want an assessment/diagnosis for autism, ADHD, family support, psychological therapy or supportive psychological coaching (SPC) we can help - and if we can't we'll do our utmost to help you find someone who can. Call or email us today to discuss how we may be able to help you.
I'm Bandna and I'm the Clinical Director of Questa. We're a small, specialist practice offering gold standard psychological services for children, teenagers, adults and families across Hampshire and Surrey. Our clinicians and support team are here to help you through; whether you want an assessment/diagnosis for autism, ADHD, family support, psychological therapy or supportive psychological coaching (SPC) we can help - and if we can't we'll do our utmost to help you find someone who can. Call or email us today to discuss how we may be able to help you.
01252 412471 View 01252 412471
Photo of Gilly Dowthwaite Wells, Psychotherapist in Southampton, England
Gilly Dowthwaite Wells
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Southampton SO16
INITIAL CONSULTATION! For individuals, couples, and adolescents. Relationship Specialist, Experienced Counsellor, Psychotherapist, Supervisor and Mindfulness Coach. I coach the leadership team at the NHS and previously a therapist with the NHS, Relate, and CAMHS. Based at The Friarsgate GP Surgery and my home practice counselling for a range of issues including anxiety, relationship issues, low self esteem, abuse, trauma, bereavement, depression, addictions, infertility and have many years experience. I offer a confidential safe, trusting environment for you to explore your issues and find a way forward.
INITIAL CONSULTATION! For individuals, couples, and adolescents. Relationship Specialist, Experienced Counsellor, Psychotherapist, Supervisor and Mindfulness Coach. I coach the leadership team at the NHS and previously a therapist with the NHS, Relate, and CAMHS. Based at The Friarsgate GP Surgery and my home practice counselling for a range of issues including anxiety, relationship issues, low self esteem, abuse, trauma, bereavement, depression, addictions, infertility and have many years experience. I offer a confidential safe, trusting environment for you to explore your issues and find a way forward.
01962 571706 View 01962 571706
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Xenia Kaspar
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Southampton SO19
Hello, my name is Xenia. I am a single mum of 4 young people. I have certainly had my own share of challenges over the years, and therapy has helped me learn how to navigate the maze that is life. I can support you to do the same.
Hello, my name is Xenia. I am a single mum of 4 young people. I have certainly had my own share of challenges over the years, and therapy has helped me learn how to navigate the maze that is life. I can support you to do the same.
023 8001 2065 View 023 8001 2065

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Community Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Eastleigh SO53
Community Counselling is built on foundations of humanistic therapy. We offer counsellors from different counties and varied modalities within the humanistic approaches. Our ethos is to provide high quality service to our clients and operate on a social enterprise system, which applies a strategy to maximise improvements in the well-being of disadvantaged client groups. ​CC aims to provide a non-judgemental, confidential and supportive environment to promote an atmosphere of trust, enabling clients to bring to the session what is important for them.
Community Counselling is built on foundations of humanistic therapy. We offer counsellors from different counties and varied modalities within the humanistic approaches. Our ethos is to provide high quality service to our clients and operate on a social enterprise system, which applies a strategy to maximise improvements in the well-being of disadvantaged client groups. ​CC aims to provide a non-judgemental, confidential and supportive environment to promote an atmosphere of trust, enabling clients to bring to the session what is important for them.
023 9200 3242 View 023 9200 3242

Online Therapists

Photo of Dr Luke Barracliffe, Psychologist in Southampton, England
Dr Luke Barracliffe
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Croydon CR0  (Online Only)
I take a friendly, relaxed approach, weaving elements of creativity and art into my work.
Welcome, it's good to meet you. Searching for help? Feeling lost, stressed, low or anxious? My name is Dr Luke and I'm happy to help. You've already made the biggest step by considering therapy. I offer a free video or phone chat to help you take this further.
I take a friendly, relaxed approach, weaving elements of creativity and art into my work.
Welcome, it's good to meet you. Searching for help? Feeling lost, stressed, low or anxious? My name is Dr Luke and I'm happy to help. You've already made the biggest step by considering therapy. I offer a free video or phone chat to help you take this further.
0141 673 4754 View 0141 673 4754
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Magdelene Counselling Newport
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
Newport NP20
Including working with CBT, Art Therapy , Psycho Dynamic, Jungian, Rogerian, and Motivational Interviewing.
Hi. My name is Julia. If you are looking for a counsellor, then I imagine you are currently experiencing some life changes, conundrums or difficulties. This is part of being human, and we all at some point need to seek confidential help. I can offer you a safe and compassionate non judgemental space for you to work towards solutions which feel right for you.
Including working with CBT, Art Therapy , Psycho Dynamic, Jungian, Rogerian, and Motivational Interviewing.
Hi. My name is Julia. If you are looking for a counsellor, then I imagine you are currently experiencing some life changes, conundrums or difficulties. This is part of being human, and we all at some point need to seek confidential help. I can offer you a safe and compassionate non judgemental space for you to work towards solutions which feel right for you.
01633 603209 View 01633 603209
Photo of Donna Goodman, Psychotherapist in Southampton, England
Donna Goodman
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Hove BN3
I'm both a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and HCPC registered Art Psychotherapist- Are you finding that you've stopped doing the things you enjoy, lost sense of pleasure and motivation? Are you finding yourself thinking and feeling negatively about everything? Is it making you feel stressed, worried and exhausted? If this resonates with you please do get in contact. I offer a free initial telephone call to discuss what the main struggles are and what you want to change. Together we'll work out the next steps to you feeling better.
I'm both a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and HCPC registered Art Psychotherapist- Are you finding that you've stopped doing the things you enjoy, lost sense of pleasure and motivation? Are you finding yourself thinking and feeling negatively about everything? Is it making you feel stressed, worried and exhausted? If this resonates with you please do get in contact. I offer a free initial telephone call to discuss what the main struggles are and what you want to change. Together we'll work out the next steps to you feeling better.
01273 092023 View 01273 092023
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Revive Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Beckenham BR3
We offer a wide range of talking therapies including person-centered, CBT, psychodynamic and creative art therapies for children.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss or relationship difficulties? At Revive Therapy we provide a warm and inviting space for you to explore your challenges and changes that you want to make in your life. Our sessions are non-judgmental, where you are free to be yourself and to discover your potential. We understand that life can be challenging at times and that we all go through periods of difficulty. Whatever the issue that you are facing, you are not alone. Revive Therapy is experienced in supporting our clients to make that transformational change.
We offer a wide range of talking therapies including person-centered, CBT, psychodynamic and creative art therapies for children.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss or relationship difficulties? At Revive Therapy we provide a warm and inviting space for you to explore your challenges and changes that you want to make in your life. Our sessions are non-judgmental, where you are free to be yourself and to discover your potential. We understand that life can be challenging at times and that we all go through periods of difficulty. Whatever the issue that you are facing, you are not alone. Revive Therapy is experienced in supporting our clients to make that transformational change.
020 4538 6940 View 020 4538 6940
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Jo Harley
Psychotherapist, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Verified Verified
London SW11  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As an Arts therapist I work with a particular focus on the persons whole experience; body, mind, and spirit. The expressive arts are a gentle way for you to share your story in alternate ways, sometimes for the first time, expressing your thoughts and feelings using verbal and non-verbal communication. My approach incorporates art forms such as writing, image-making, role-play, and movement, with mindful awareness. By becoming more aware, we start to recognise that we have more choices. This process is a lot less directive than conventional talking therapies, and can offer a refreshing new way of exploring challenging issues.
As an Arts therapist I work with a particular focus on the persons whole experience; body, mind, and spirit. The expressive arts are a gentle way for you to share your story in alternate ways, sometimes for the first time, expressing your thoughts and feelings using verbal and non-verbal communication. My approach incorporates art forms such as writing, image-making, role-play, and movement, with mindful awareness. By becoming more aware, we start to recognise that we have more choices. This process is a lot less directive than conventional talking therapies, and can offer a refreshing new way of exploring challenging issues.
020 3974 2801 View 020 3974 2801
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Heather Gani
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
London SE9
I offer a combination of both talking and art psychotherapy, tailored to suit individual needs.
‘When a flower doesn’t bloom, it is not the flowers fault, you look at the environment in which it grows.’ I am a sensitive, warm, non judgemental, respectful therapist. I provide a relaxed and confidential therapeutic space, professional as well as being personable which provides a secure environment in which to process unresolved feelings. The core element of my practice is offering a reflective environment through a collaborative and therapeutic relationship. This relationship is built on trust in a space/context which includes authenticity and transparency, where you may feel safe to explore your internal or external conflict
I offer a combination of both talking and art psychotherapy, tailored to suit individual needs.
‘When a flower doesn’t bloom, it is not the flowers fault, you look at the environment in which it grows.’ I am a sensitive, warm, non judgemental, respectful therapist. I provide a relaxed and confidential therapeutic space, professional as well as being personable which provides a secure environment in which to process unresolved feelings. The core element of my practice is offering a reflective environment through a collaborative and therapeutic relationship. This relationship is built on trust in a space/context which includes authenticity and transparency, where you may feel safe to explore your internal or external conflict
020 3915 5913 View 020 3915 5913
Photo of Andrea Karina Johnstone, Counsellor in Southampton, England
Andrea Karina Johnstone
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Bournemouth BH8
I work in a creative way, using a wide range of techniques including mindfulness, somatic body yoga movement and art techniques with a person centred way.
Is your life very overwhelming and challenging at times? Do you feel sometimes out of control and lost? Do you suffer from trauma? I help you find place within yourself which is untouched by the chaos. Within our therapeutic relationship, we explore together how life is for you. I provide a confidential,non-judgemental safe space. I will help you develop your relationship with yourself, to raise your self-esteem and well being. You are the master of your own ship, I will work with you to find your way. I am a yoga teacher and meditation facilitator, and qualified life coach which can help you in your healing process.
I work in a creative way, using a wide range of techniques including mindfulness, somatic body yoga movement and art techniques with a person centred way.
Is your life very overwhelming and challenging at times? Do you feel sometimes out of control and lost? Do you suffer from trauma? I help you find place within yourself which is untouched by the chaos. Within our therapeutic relationship, we explore together how life is for you. I provide a confidential,non-judgemental safe space. I will help you develop your relationship with yourself, to raise your self-esteem and well being. You are the master of your own ship, I will work with you to find your way. I am a yoga teacher and meditation facilitator, and qualified life coach which can help you in your healing process.
01202 057101 View 01202 057101
Photo of Eva Koumpli, Psychotherapist in Southampton, England
Eva Koumpli
Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
London W1T
My clinical work integrates psychodrama, EMDR, transgenerational therapy, Jungian coaching, sex therapy, mindfulness, visualisation, art, body based approaches, energy healing.
Are you experiencing sexuality or relationship challenges? Confusion about your sexual orientation and gender identity? Are you struggling with poor body image, an eating disorder or addiction? Do you need a highly experienced trauma-informed psychotherapist, who can help you in a safe and empathic way? Whether it’s trauma, anxiety, compulsive sexual behaviour, painful sex, unreliable erections, mismatched desire, infidelity, polyamory, gender identity, body image, loss, your relationship to food, or family/parenting difficulties, I'm here for you.
My clinical work integrates psychodrama, EMDR, transgenerational therapy, Jungian coaching, sex therapy, mindfulness, visualisation, art, body based approaches, energy healing.
Are you experiencing sexuality or relationship challenges? Confusion about your sexual orientation and gender identity? Are you struggling with poor body image, an eating disorder or addiction? Do you need a highly experienced trauma-informed psychotherapist, who can help you in a safe and empathic way? Whether it’s trauma, anxiety, compulsive sexual behaviour, painful sex, unreliable erections, mismatched desire, infidelity, polyamory, gender identity, body image, loss, your relationship to food, or family/parenting difficulties, I'm here for you.
020 3962 0058 View 020 3962 0058
Photo of Inga Krzyzanowska de Sloan, Psychotherapist in Southampton, England
Inga Krzyzanowska de Sloan
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Horwood MK17
I'm a fully qualified, HCPC registered Art Psychotherapist based from MK / Luton, but I work throughout the Home Counties. I utilise a creative process with clients who present with a wide range of difficulties such as low mood, attachment or relational issues, trauma, psychosis, personality disorders, self-harming behaviours, low self-esteem and anxiety disorders. Art Psychotherapy can enable you to stabilise moods, explore unconscious processes and make progress toward recovery. Using art materials encourages you to express feelings which are difficult to express in words, in a safe, compassionate, non-judgemental space.
I'm a fully qualified, HCPC registered Art Psychotherapist based from MK / Luton, but I work throughout the Home Counties. I utilise a creative process with clients who present with a wide range of difficulties such as low mood, attachment or relational issues, trauma, psychosis, personality disorders, self-harming behaviours, low self-esteem and anxiety disorders. Art Psychotherapy can enable you to stabilise moods, explore unconscious processes and make progress toward recovery. Using art materials encourages you to express feelings which are difficult to express in words, in a safe, compassionate, non-judgemental space.
01491 523719 View 01491 523719
Photo of Lital Serby Bejerano, Psychotherapist in Southampton, England
Lital Serby Bejerano
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
London N3
I am an integrative counsellor/psychotherapist specialise in counselling children, adolescent and parents. I help children of all ages cope with their emotional distress through the use of play, art, creative therapy, mindfulness and CBT therapeutic techniques. I also offer guidance to parents and provide them with the necessary knowledge and tools needed to improve their relationship with their children and deal with their possible changes. My aim is to provide a sensitive and confidential space for you to be open and explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours so you can develop a better understanding of yourself and others.
I am an integrative counsellor/psychotherapist specialise in counselling children, adolescent and parents. I help children of all ages cope with their emotional distress through the use of play, art, creative therapy, mindfulness and CBT therapeutic techniques. I also offer guidance to parents and provide them with the necessary knowledge and tools needed to improve their relationship with their children and deal with their possible changes. My aim is to provide a sensitive and confidential space for you to be open and explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours so you can develop a better understanding of yourself and others.
020 4538 5292 View 020 4538 5292
Photo of Amanda Leather, Psychologist in Southampton, England
Amanda Leather
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Verified Verified
Swanage BH19  (Online Only)
Hi, I am a registered psychologist with the HCPC. I have worked in the NHS for over seventeen years including children and adolescents, adults, EIS (psychosis) and also prison mental health, so my experience is pretty varied. I believe that everybody is different and as such work to help develop an understanding of what is going on for you, before exploring what intervention is likely to be the most effective. I also complete ASC assessments as part of a multi disciplinary team
Hi, I am a registered psychologist with the HCPC. I have worked in the NHS for over seventeen years including children and adolescents, adults, EIS (psychosis) and also prison mental health, so my experience is pretty varied. I believe that everybody is different and as such work to help develop an understanding of what is going on for you, before exploring what intervention is likely to be the most effective. I also complete ASC assessments as part of a multi disciplinary team
01202 125896 View 01202 125896
Photo of Anna Lo Iacono, Psychotherapist in Southampton, England
Anna Lo Iacono
Psychotherapist, PhD, HCPC-Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
London E3  (Online Only)
Yes, at some point of this amazing life, we all experience what you are going through. Are you feeling overwhelmed and can not keep up with daily routine? I am here to help you to convey your emotional psychological physical pain into the Pleasure of Living and overcoming daily challenges with intention, motivation, goal, pleasure and an exciting plan, tasting in advance the Success.
Yes, at some point of this amazing life, we all experience what you are going through. Are you feeling overwhelmed and can not keep up with daily routine? I am here to help you to convey your emotional psychological physical pain into the Pleasure of Living and overcoming daily challenges with intention, motivation, goal, pleasure and an exciting plan, tasting in advance the Success.
020 3479 4156 View 020 3479 4156

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Creative Therapy Counsellors

How does art therapy work?

The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.

Does art therapy help with trauma?

Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.

How long does art therapy last?

The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.

What are the limitations of art therapy?

Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.