Photo of Cheltenham’s Counselling Centre , Counsellor in Cheltenham, England
Cheltenham’s Counselling Centre
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50
I have experience with working with adults of all ages, teenagers and younger children on a wide range of issues including: anxiety, identity, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, stress, grief, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, relationship issues, eating disorders, self-harm, and more.
Hello my name is Shelley and I am a qualified adult and child Therapeutic Counsellor. I have a vast amount of experience as a pastoral worker working in schools and as a counsellor working for a charity. I am a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and offer face to face or online sessions . These sessions provide a confidential, supportive environment where clients can feel safe and explore the work through any emotional or life difficulties. I believe by offering online counselling this gives each individual the ability to reach their true potential within the safety of their chosen space.
I have experience with working with adults of all ages, teenagers and younger children on a wide range of issues including: anxiety, identity, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, stress, grief, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, relationship issues, eating disorders, self-harm, and more.
Hello my name is Shelley and I am a qualified adult and child Therapeutic Counsellor. I have a vast amount of experience as a pastoral worker working in schools and as a counsellor working for a charity. I am a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and offer face to face or online sessions . These sessions provide a confidential, supportive environment where clients can feel safe and explore the work through any emotional or life difficulties. I believe by offering online counselling this gives each individual the ability to reach their true potential within the safety of their chosen space.
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Photo of Susannah Newell, Psychotherapist in Cheltenham, England
Susannah Newell
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL53
Hello. As an experienced psychotherapist, I can help you manage current life challenges like sudden changes or losses; anxiety; relationship issues; bereavement; loneliness; parenthood; depression or past experiences intruding on your present. Sometimes clients come with a more general sense of unfulfilment or want to know themselves better. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to share your load, rather than carrying it alone. Psychotherapy offers vital connection, support and opportunity to work things through with an empathic, trained professional totally unconnected to your life.
Hello. As an experienced psychotherapist, I can help you manage current life challenges like sudden changes or losses; anxiety; relationship issues; bereavement; loneliness; parenthood; depression or past experiences intruding on your present. Sometimes clients come with a more general sense of unfulfilment or want to know themselves better. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to share your load, rather than carrying it alone. Psychotherapy offers vital connection, support and opportunity to work things through with an empathic, trained professional totally unconnected to your life.
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Diana Spencer
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL52
I have experience of working with bereavement, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicide, loss, identity issues, anger management, stress, family relationships, bullying, and attachment issues.
Counselling offers time and space for you in a neutral, safe environment where I will listen to you and you will not be judged. Sometimes life's challenges can become overwhelming and it can be helpful to explore these challenges together with a view to making them more manageable.
I have experience of working with bereavement, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicide, loss, identity issues, anger management, stress, family relationships, bullying, and attachment issues.
Counselling offers time and space for you in a neutral, safe environment where I will listen to you and you will not be judged. Sometimes life's challenges can become overwhelming and it can be helpful to explore these challenges together with a view to making them more manageable.
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Bridget Worster-Boone
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL51  (Online Only)
I have a wealth of experience and success in working with many life issues such as anxiety, bereavement, grief, loss, depression, family issues, relationships and trauma. Plus, for many years, I've supported people in the work environment, understanding how tough processes such as redundancy, investigations etc, can be. There are many reasons why people come to me for counselling. Do you feel confused, or overwhelmed, exhausted by worry? Perhaps you feel misunderstood, unheard, or fear telling others? Maybe you know what the issue is but can't see your way through.
I have a wealth of experience and success in working with many life issues such as anxiety, bereavement, grief, loss, depression, family issues, relationships and trauma. Plus, for many years, I've supported people in the work environment, understanding how tough processes such as redundancy, investigations etc, can be. There are many reasons why people come to me for counselling. Do you feel confused, or overwhelmed, exhausted by worry? Perhaps you feel misunderstood, unheard, or fear telling others? Maybe you know what the issue is but can't see your way through.
0161 524 5660 View 0161 524 5660
Photo of Susan Gray Online Counselling , Counsellor in Cheltenham, England
Susan Gray Online Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50
Hello. I'm Sue, a counsellor and psychotherapist working online across the UK to give you the flexibility to meet from your own home or chosen safe place. Are you currently finding things difficult? Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed or confused; struggling to come to terms with a loss; feeling stuck and as if nobody understands; or perhaps that your whole life has been a puzzle that you can't quite solve? Counselling can help you to explore who you are; to share what you may have experienced and to discover your inner resources to become more empowered in who you are and how you fit in the world and in your relationships.
Hello. I'm Sue, a counsellor and psychotherapist working online across the UK to give you the flexibility to meet from your own home or chosen safe place. Are you currently finding things difficult? Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed or confused; struggling to come to terms with a loss; feeling stuck and as if nobody understands; or perhaps that your whole life has been a puzzle that you can't quite solve? Counselling can help you to explore who you are; to share what you may have experienced and to discover your inner resources to become more empowered in who you are and how you fit in the world and in your relationships.
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Photo of Rachel Musson, Counsellor in Cheltenham, England
Rachel Musson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50
Have you lost your spark? Perhaps you feel a need to make changes in your life but are unsure where or how to start? Are you struggling with difficult feelings or with regrets about the choices you have made in life? Are you grieving the loss of a friend or family member, or the grief of involuntary childlessness? Is a lack of self-worth hindering your progress in creative projects or decision-making? Maybe you are struggling with anxiety, or a persistent low mood. Maybe it’s several or even none of the above, but something is troubling you and you want to address it through therapy rather than keep looking the other way.
Have you lost your spark? Perhaps you feel a need to make changes in your life but are unsure where or how to start? Are you struggling with difficult feelings or with regrets about the choices you have made in life? Are you grieving the loss of a friend or family member, or the grief of involuntary childlessness? Is a lack of self-worth hindering your progress in creative projects or decision-making? Maybe you are struggling with anxiety, or a persistent low mood. Maybe it’s several or even none of the above, but something is troubling you and you want to address it through therapy rather than keep looking the other way.
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Photo of John Mosley, Counsellor in Cheltenham, England
John Mosley
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cheltenham GL50
Sometimes life can get too much and we can become overwhelmed by current events or our past. Coming to counselling can be a daunting prospect, but a warm, collaborative and therapeutic environment can help us to face those concerns and gain understanding. I work compassionately, with empathic understanding and without judgement to provide a safe and confidential space for you to talk. All genders are welcome and I can help with a variety of presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, grief/loss, loneliness, low self-esteem, abuse, self-harm, trauma and relationship problems.
Sometimes life can get too much and we can become overwhelmed by current events or our past. Coming to counselling can be a daunting prospect, but a warm, collaborative and therapeutic environment can help us to face those concerns and gain understanding. I work compassionately, with empathic understanding and without judgement to provide a safe and confidential space for you to talk. All genders are welcome and I can help with a variety of presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, grief/loss, loneliness, low self-esteem, abuse, self-harm, trauma and relationship problems.
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Photo of Cheryl Harrison, Psychotherapist in Cheltenham, England
Cheryl Harrison
Psychotherapist, MA, BACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50
I provide psychotherapy to individuals and couples in a safe, confidential and non judgmental environment. The roots of the way I work are firmly based in empathy, the here and now, honesty and hopefulness. I offer sessions for individauls and couples who may be experiencing: Stress, anxiety, relationship issues, depression, bereavement, divorce, redundancy or any major life events that are proving difficult to navigate.
I provide psychotherapy to individuals and couples in a safe, confidential and non judgmental environment. The roots of the way I work are firmly based in empathy, the here and now, honesty and hopefulness. I offer sessions for individauls and couples who may be experiencing: Stress, anxiety, relationship issues, depression, bereavement, divorce, redundancy or any major life events that are proving difficult to navigate.
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Photo of Sarah Bolton-Locke, Counsellor in Cheltenham, England
Sarah Bolton-Locke
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL51
Relationship & family difficulties, loss, and bereavement, and/or identity or sexuality issues.
I have a face to face and online counselling practice based in Cheltenham and Gloucester, offering warm and accepting therapy for adults and children. Having a non-judgmental and safe space will give you the opportunity to explore whatever you may be struggling with.
Relationship & family difficulties, loss, and bereavement, and/or identity or sexuality issues.
I have a face to face and online counselling practice based in Cheltenham and Gloucester, offering warm and accepting therapy for adults and children. Having a non-judgmental and safe space will give you the opportunity to explore whatever you may be struggling with.
01452 934579 View 01452 934579
Photo of Linzi Worrall - Igloo Counselling, Counsellor in Cheltenham, England
Linzi Worrall - Igloo Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50
I have experience working within a wide range of areas, including anxiety, depression, bereavement, loss, low self esteem, difficult family relationships, self harm and suicidal thoughts.
Hello, and welcome. I provide a safe, warm, non-judgemental space, where we can work together to explore, with gentle curiosity, what is going on for you, and how to find your own way forward. It is a space where you can be safe to bring yourself exactly as you are - to explore who you are and how you feel. I won't ask you to talk about anything you don't want to, or don't feel ready to. We will work at your pace, with whatever you choose to bring, to help you move towards a sense of understanding, healing and growth.
I have experience working within a wide range of areas, including anxiety, depression, bereavement, loss, low self esteem, difficult family relationships, self harm and suicidal thoughts.
Hello, and welcome. I provide a safe, warm, non-judgemental space, where we can work together to explore, with gentle curiosity, what is going on for you, and how to find your own way forward. It is a space where you can be safe to bring yourself exactly as you are - to explore who you are and how you feel. I won't ask you to talk about anything you don't want to, or don't feel ready to. We will work at your pace, with whatever you choose to bring, to help you move towards a sense of understanding, healing and growth.
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Photo of Sarah Free, Counsellor in Cheltenham, England
Sarah Free
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cheltenham GL50
I am experienced with working with a number of presenting issues, such as menopause, sexuality, bereavement, relationship breakdowns, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, depression, addictions and many more.
I am an Integrative Humanistic therapist who offers solo and couples counselling. I put the relationship between the therapist and the patient at the heart of the therapy, helping to create a space for you that feels safe to explore whatever you would like to work on at a pace that suits you.
I am experienced with working with a number of presenting issues, such as menopause, sexuality, bereavement, relationship breakdowns, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, depression, addictions and many more.
I am an Integrative Humanistic therapist who offers solo and couples counselling. I put the relationship between the therapist and the patient at the heart of the therapy, helping to create a space for you that feels safe to explore whatever you would like to work on at a pace that suits you.
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Photo of Bobbi Gill, Counsellor in Cheltenham, England
Bobbi Gill
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50  (Online Only)
I am experienced in helping clients with anxiety, stress, depression, grief, loss, abuse, and trauma to help heal and empower themselves.
I am an experienced Integrative Trauma -Informed Counsellor working with adults based in Gloucestershire. Life can be challenging and sometimes we can find it hard to cope with the overwhelm or find ourselves stuck. Working with you, I offer a welcoming confidential and safe space to help you process difficult situations or feelings, explore your thoughts, feel heard and understood, develop a greater understanding of yourself and your issues, find patterns and make connections. Together we will work out how best to work through and resolve any deep-rooted issues/patterns/behaviours and agree strategies to help you move forward.
I am experienced in helping clients with anxiety, stress, depression, grief, loss, abuse, and trauma to help heal and empower themselves.
I am an experienced Integrative Trauma -Informed Counsellor working with adults based in Gloucestershire. Life can be challenging and sometimes we can find it hard to cope with the overwhelm or find ourselves stuck. Working with you, I offer a welcoming confidential and safe space to help you process difficult situations or feelings, explore your thoughts, feel heard and understood, develop a greater understanding of yourself and your issues, find patterns and make connections. Together we will work out how best to work through and resolve any deep-rooted issues/patterns/behaviours and agree strategies to help you move forward.
01452 923095 View 01452 923095
Photo of KeiraLianne Counselling, Counsellor in Cheltenham, England
KeiraLianne Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL51
I have extensive experience with pregnancy related issues and baby loss, including but not limited to miscarriage (including multiple miscarriages), stillbirth, termination, IVF/ infertility, antenatal anxiety/ depression, postnatal anxiety/ depression, and traumatic birth.
I hope to offer a safe space, warm and trusting environment and non-judgemental relationship, where we can discuss the difficult and uncomfortable elements of your life. Be those early life experiences and relationships, significant life events (pregnancy/birth/death/marriage/divorce), anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, identity, sense of self, loss or diagnosis.
I have extensive experience with pregnancy related issues and baby loss, including but not limited to miscarriage (including multiple miscarriages), stillbirth, termination, IVF/ infertility, antenatal anxiety/ depression, postnatal anxiety/ depression, and traumatic birth.
I hope to offer a safe space, warm and trusting environment and non-judgemental relationship, where we can discuss the difficult and uncomfortable elements of your life. Be those early life experiences and relationships, significant life events (pregnancy/birth/death/marriage/divorce), anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, identity, sense of self, loss or diagnosis.
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Photo of Nicola Lambert, Counsellor in Cheltenham, England
Nicola Lambert
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL53
Counselling helped me to rediscover my identity and direction in a period of significant change and loss.
We all respond differently to the pressures and changes- you may be swinging from one emotion to another, or feeling numb and tired, or just can't think straight... We are all doing our best to cope, but maybe your normal ways of coping aren't working well enough at the moment? Or maybe you have turned to ways of coping that are unhelpful- like drinking too much ? I can help you find your feet and see what is important for you right now. I know how important it is to find a breathing space to process what is happening when you are living with chaos and uncertainty
Counselling helped me to rediscover my identity and direction in a period of significant change and loss.
We all respond differently to the pressures and changes- you may be swinging from one emotion to another, or feeling numb and tired, or just can't think straight... We are all doing our best to cope, but maybe your normal ways of coping aren't working well enough at the moment? Or maybe you have turned to ways of coping that are unhelpful- like drinking too much ? I can help you find your feet and see what is important for you right now. I know how important it is to find a breathing space to process what is happening when you are living with chaos and uncertainty
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Vision Counselling & Supervision
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL52
Hello, my name is Helen, very often things stand in our way to us enjoying even the simplest pleasures in life. You may need help with Anger, Anxiety, Guilt, Shame, Depression or Stress. You may be experiencing a Relationship Breakdown, struggling to come to terms with the death of someone or you may want to become more self aware, then Vision Counselling Service is here to help you. I am a counsellor, supervisor & manager of Vision Counselling offering you a choice of counsellors best suited to your counselling needs .Do feel free to book a confidential telephone call to discuss your requirements further.
Hello, my name is Helen, very often things stand in our way to us enjoying even the simplest pleasures in life. You may need help with Anger, Anxiety, Guilt, Shame, Depression or Stress. You may be experiencing a Relationship Breakdown, struggling to come to terms with the death of someone or you may want to become more self aware, then Vision Counselling Service is here to help you. I am a counsellor, supervisor & manager of Vision Counselling offering you a choice of counsellors best suited to your counselling needs .Do feel free to book a confidential telephone call to discuss your requirements further.
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Photo of Gerry Ritchie, Counsellor in Cheltenham, England
Gerry Ritchie
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50
Hi, I'm Gerry. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, bereavement, anger, shame, guilt, stress, addiction or just feeling that life is too much to cope with then I’m here to help. I am an integrative counsellor with a broad range of counselling and psychotherapy qualifications and experience. I am also BDSM/Kink aware and have experience of working with clients from this community without assuming that their Kink is a pathology. I work in partnership with my clients to find the best way to deal with the problem. Above all, the focus is on you, the client, and what you need to help you feel better.
Hi, I'm Gerry. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, bereavement, anger, shame, guilt, stress, addiction or just feeling that life is too much to cope with then I’m here to help. I am an integrative counsellor with a broad range of counselling and psychotherapy qualifications and experience. I am also BDSM/Kink aware and have experience of working with clients from this community without assuming that their Kink is a pathology. I work in partnership with my clients to find the best way to deal with the problem. Above all, the focus is on you, the client, and what you need to help you feel better.
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Photo of Helen Fenton: Face-to-Face & Online Counselling, Counsellor in Cheltenham, England
Helen Fenton: Face-to-Face & Online Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cheltenham GL50
You may be finding it difficult to cope, and feel alone? You may be struggling after a trauma or bereavement, separation, or with ill-health? Or maybe feel that your life is stuck, or lacking purpose? At times like these, counselling offers a space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, with someone who will strive to understand without judgement, & help you make sense of your feelings, find clarity, or make decisions. I offer all my clients Empathy, Congruence, and Unconditional Positive Regard. I also offer play, sand-tray, art and creative therapies to my younger clients. Home visits are available.
You may be finding it difficult to cope, and feel alone? You may be struggling after a trauma or bereavement, separation, or with ill-health? Or maybe feel that your life is stuck, or lacking purpose? At times like these, counselling offers a space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, with someone who will strive to understand without judgement, & help you make sense of your feelings, find clarity, or make decisions. I offer all my clients Empathy, Congruence, and Unconditional Positive Regard. I also offer play, sand-tray, art and creative therapies to my younger clients. Home visits are available.
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Photo of Haresfield Counselling, Counsellor in Cheltenham, England
Haresfield Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50
I'm an integrative counsellor with the BACP, specialising in psychodynamic and person-centred therapy, helping people with issues such as abuse, anger management, anxiety, bereavement, depression, eating disorders, menopause, obsessions, phobias, relationship problems, low self esteem, stress and trauma. I have worked extensively with the emergency services, as well as NHS staff to overcome painful experiences, vicarious trauma and burnout. My passion is helping people in times of need, whether this is offloading, working through difficult emotions, or exploring negative behaviours.
I'm an integrative counsellor with the BACP, specialising in psychodynamic and person-centred therapy, helping people with issues such as abuse, anger management, anxiety, bereavement, depression, eating disorders, menopause, obsessions, phobias, relationship problems, low self esteem, stress and trauma. I have worked extensively with the emergency services, as well as NHS staff to overcome painful experiences, vicarious trauma and burnout. My passion is helping people in times of need, whether this is offloading, working through difficult emotions, or exploring negative behaviours.
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Photo of Nicola Holmes, Counsellor in Cheltenham, England
Nicola Holmes
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL52
I provide counselling for the challenges of life that neurotypical and neurodiverse people experience including autistic/ADHD adults, children and young people. I work sensitively and adapt to the needs of the individual. Often this involves working with the person and their environment to reduce the distress caused by sensory inputs. I work with clients and therapists in an open and authentic way; offering warmth, creativity and challenge using ourselves, nature and animals to facilitate our work.
I provide counselling for the challenges of life that neurotypical and neurodiverse people experience including autistic/ADHD adults, children and young people. I work sensitively and adapt to the needs of the individual. Often this involves working with the person and their environment to reduce the distress caused by sensory inputs. I work with clients and therapists in an open and authentic way; offering warmth, creativity and challenge using ourselves, nature and animals to facilitate our work.
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Photo of Esme Henderson, Psychotherapist in Cheltenham, England
Esme Henderson
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Cheltenham GL50
It is natural to feel unsure or nervous about counselling if you are reading this you have taken the first step to looking after you. There are moments in our lives when we feel lost and overwhelmed. It is OK, to not to be OK. My approach is client centred tailored to your individual needs, I am an Integrative counsellor, you may wonder what that means? By using a combination of disciplines described below we explore the reason for you attending therapy along with the outcome you wish to achieve.
It is natural to feel unsure or nervous about counselling if you are reading this you have taken the first step to looking after you. There are moments in our lives when we feel lost and overwhelmed. It is OK, to not to be OK. My approach is client centred tailored to your individual needs, I am an Integrative counsellor, you may wonder what that means? By using a combination of disciplines described below we explore the reason for you attending therapy along with the outcome you wish to achieve.
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Bereavement Counsellors

How long does therapy take for grief?

There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.

When should you seek therapy for grief?

Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.

Can grief be managed without therapy?

Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.

What happens if grief is left untreated?

Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.