Counselling in BH25
Hello, I'm Dr Barbara. Do you wonder why there are things you struggle with that others appear to find easy? Do you feel alone, isolated or different, even when you have people in your life? Do you find it difficult to change your behaviour, even though part of you really wants to? I could help!
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist and EMDR therapist with 20 years experience. I am registered with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Association for Cognitive and Behavioural Psychotherapies (BABCP).
Hello, I'm Dr Barbara. Do you wonder why there are things you struggle with that others appear to find easy? Do you feel alone, isolated or different, even when you have people in your life? Do you find it difficult to change your behaviour, even though part of you really wants to? I could help!
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist and EMDR therapist with 20 years experience. I am registered with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Association for Cognitive and Behavioural Psychotherapies (BABCP).
I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or lost in the face of life’s challenges. My clients often struggle with anxiety, stress, or navigating difficult transitions, such as relationship issues or career changes. They seek a safe, non-judgmental space to express their emotions, gain clarity, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves. More than anything, they want relief from their emotional burdens and are eager to find practical ways to feel more in control and at peace.
I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or lost in the face of life’s challenges. My clients often struggle with anxiety, stress, or navigating difficult transitions, such as relationship issues or career changes. They seek a safe, non-judgmental space to express their emotions, gain clarity, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves. More than anything, they want relief from their emotional burdens and are eager to find practical ways to feel more in control and at peace.
Are you someone who feels overwhelmed by past trauma, struggles with ADHD, or is navigating grief, chronic illness, anxiety or identity issues? You may feel lost, stuck, or exhausted — unsure where to begin but yearning for peace, understanding, and relief. Do you want to feel in control again, to reconnect with yourself, and to move forward without fear or shame. You are ready for change but need someone calm, supportive, and non-judgmental to walk alongside you.
Are you someone who feels overwhelmed by past trauma, struggles with ADHD, or is navigating grief, chronic illness, anxiety or identity issues? You may feel lost, stuck, or exhausted — unsure where to begin but yearning for peace, understanding, and relief. Do you want to feel in control again, to reconnect with yourself, and to move forward without fear or shame. You are ready for change but need someone calm, supportive, and non-judgmental to walk alongside you.
Hello, I'm Laura. Whatever brings you to therapy, whether it's a diagnosis, a life experience or simply a feeling that something doesn't feel right - I support all adults, meeting you with curiosity and compassion.
I use several therapeutic approaches flexibly, guided by what feels helpful. Alongside what you already know about yourself, I will notice and hold in mind aspects of your experience that may not yet feel clear to you. Together, we can begin to make sense of the protective patterns and beliefs that have helped you cope, developing a shared understanding of you & your world, creating lasting, meaningful change.
Hello, I'm Laura. Whatever brings you to therapy, whether it's a diagnosis, a life experience or simply a feeling that something doesn't feel right - I support all adults, meeting you with curiosity and compassion.
I use several therapeutic approaches flexibly, guided by what feels helpful. Alongside what you already know about yourself, I will notice and hold in mind aspects of your experience that may not yet feel clear to you. Together, we can begin to make sense of the protective patterns and beliefs that have helped you cope, developing a shared understanding of you & your world, creating lasting, meaningful change.
Are anxiety, stress, low mood or ADHD making life feel harder than it should? I offer a warm, safe, non-judgmental space, in which you can slow down and take the time to understand what is going on beneath the surface. Time in therapy is solely for you, a time to enable and cultivate movement, understanding and change. Time to discover elements that could be causing you to feel stuck, trapped, or fuelling unhelpful behaviours or relationships. I believe that anxiety and depression can be symptoms of wider patterns, issues that are sometimes buried deep within our sub-conscious.
Are anxiety, stress, low mood or ADHD making life feel harder than it should? I offer a warm, safe, non-judgmental space, in which you can slow down and take the time to understand what is going on beneath the surface. Time in therapy is solely for you, a time to enable and cultivate movement, understanding and change. Time to discover elements that could be causing you to feel stuck, trapped, or fuelling unhelpful behaviours or relationships. I believe that anxiety and depression can be symptoms of wider patterns, issues that are sometimes buried deep within our sub-conscious.
I offer a free 30 minute phone or video consultation, which may just help you without any more sessions. Many of us have experienced times when our lives can feel complex, isolated, stuck, or even completely overwhelmed. We may find ourselves looking for additional non-judgemental, experienced & professional support outside our friends & family in a caring, comfortable, & calm environment. It can be very helpful to have difficulties explored in confidence, to be listened to compassionately & being properly heard and understood in order to make sense of things, so that our choices can become clearer and our lives more fulfilling.
I offer a free 30 minute phone or video consultation, which may just help you without any more sessions. Many of us have experienced times when our lives can feel complex, isolated, stuck, or even completely overwhelmed. We may find ourselves looking for additional non-judgemental, experienced & professional support outside our friends & family in a caring, comfortable, & calm environment. It can be very helpful to have difficulties explored in confidence, to be listened to compassionately & being properly heard and understood in order to make sense of things, so that our choices can become clearer and our lives more fulfilling.
I’m Diana, a professional and experienced integrative counsellor and yoga therapist.
I have extensive training & life experience alongside offering you a holistic approach to healing and personal growth.
Creatively tailoring to meet your unique needs, designed to support your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing in a compassionate and welcoming environment.
In & around the New Forest or coastal fronts of Dorset & Hants walking and talking or in the comfort of a confidential space.
Clients find walk & talk, grounding & calming, especially when emotions feel overwhelming or hard to express in a room.
I’m Diana, a professional and experienced integrative counsellor and yoga therapist.
I have extensive training & life experience alongside offering you a holistic approach to healing and personal growth.
Creatively tailoring to meet your unique needs, designed to support your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing in a compassionate and welcoming environment.
In & around the New Forest or coastal fronts of Dorset & Hants walking and talking or in the comfort of a confidential space.
Clients find walk & talk, grounding & calming, especially when emotions feel overwhelming or hard to express in a room.
I offer counselling and psychotherapy within a non-judgmental, confidential, genuine professional relationship where I strive to understand your world with warmth and empathy.
I offer counselling and psychotherapy within a non-judgmental, confidential, genuine professional relationship where I strive to understand your world with warmth and empathy.
Hi, I'm Lisa — and if you're here, you're probably going through something that feels heavy, confusing, or just really hard to carry on your own. Whatever's brought you here, you don't have to keep carrying it alone.
I offer a calm, welcoming space where there's no rush and no judgement. Just time and room to talk, to breathe, and to start making sense of what's going on for you. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, carrying grief or loss, working through past trauma, or finding relationships difficult, including the one you have with yourself, I'm here to help you find some clarity and a way forward.
Hi, I'm Lisa — and if you're here, you're probably going through something that feels heavy, confusing, or just really hard to carry on your own. Whatever's brought you here, you don't have to keep carrying it alone.
I offer a calm, welcoming space where there's no rush and no judgement. Just time and room to talk, to breathe, and to start making sense of what's going on for you. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, carrying grief or loss, working through past trauma, or finding relationships difficult, including the one you have with yourself, I'm here to help you find some clarity and a way forward.
I offer a warm, safe and confidential space for you to be listened to. I work at your pace, helping you to explore what you really want, both from the counselling therapy and then concentrating more specifically, on areas of your life that you'd like to change or improve. If you have problems that keep going around and around in your head. If you are unhappy and can't identify why. If you are really struggling to cope with life, then Counselling can offer an amazingly good emotional release. Offering you the comfort of feeling truly listened to, empathised with and not judged.
I offer a warm, safe and confidential space for you to be listened to. I work at your pace, helping you to explore what you really want, both from the counselling therapy and then concentrating more specifically, on areas of your life that you'd like to change or improve. If you have problems that keep going around and around in your head. If you are unhappy and can't identify why. If you are really struggling to cope with life, then Counselling can offer an amazingly good emotional release. Offering you the comfort of feeling truly listened to, empathised with and not judged.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or not yourself? You don’t have to navigate it alone.
I work with children, young people and adults to help make sense of difficult experiences, manage emotions and develop greater confidence.
Together, we focus on:
Understanding – exploring the experiences and patterns affecting how you feel and respond.
Responding differently – developing practical ways to manage emotions and challenges.
Moving forward – building self-awareness, confidence and positive change.
I’m a HCPC Registered Psychotherapist and Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, trained at Goldsmiths, with 20+ years’ experience across the UK
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or not yourself? You don’t have to navigate it alone.
I work with children, young people and adults to help make sense of difficult experiences, manage emotions and develop greater confidence.
Together, we focus on:
Understanding – exploring the experiences and patterns affecting how you feel and respond.
Responding differently – developing practical ways to manage emotions and challenges.
Moving forward – building self-awareness, confidence and positive change.
I’m a HCPC Registered Psychotherapist and Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, trained at Goldsmiths, with 20+ years’ experience across the UK
If you find that you are struggling with low mood or anxiety, or you have experienced difficulties in your life, coming to therapy can be an important first step to making sense of this. My approach to therapy is collaborative, where we can explore together some of the issues that are causing difficulties for you now and develop ideas and skills that can help you to make a positive difference and changes in your life. Starting therapy can be daunting, but we can work together, at your pace to develop an idea of your difficulties, what you want to be different, and how we can work towards this.
If you find that you are struggling with low mood or anxiety, or you have experienced difficulties in your life, coming to therapy can be an important first step to making sense of this. My approach to therapy is collaborative, where we can explore together some of the issues that are causing difficulties for you now and develop ideas and skills that can help you to make a positive difference and changes in your life. Starting therapy can be daunting, but we can work together, at your pace to develop an idea of your difficulties, what you want to be different, and how we can work towards this.
Hello, I'm Melanie. If you've found your way here, you may be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted or as though you're carrying more than you can manage on your own. Perhaps life has become more difficult recently, or maybe experiences from the past are continuing to affect how you feel today. Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to make sense of it alone. I believe therapy should feel like a safe, collaborative space rather than a process of being analysed or told what to do. Everyone experiences and processes the world differently. I offer a flexible, collaborative approach that respects each person's individuality.
Hello, I'm Melanie. If you've found your way here, you may be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted or as though you're carrying more than you can manage on your own. Perhaps life has become more difficult recently, or maybe experiences from the past are continuing to affect how you feel today. Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to make sense of it alone. I believe therapy should feel like a safe, collaborative space rather than a process of being analysed or told what to do. Everyone experiences and processes the world differently. I offer a flexible, collaborative approach that respects each person's individuality.
I have worked as a person-centred psychotherapist for over thirty years, now also practising EMDR. I am a therapist for individuals who are in crisis or in particular difficulty. I also work with clients who are happy or already successful, who simply want to enhance their quality of life even further. I provide the opportunity to examine your life, your relationships and your career, helping you to think about and develop your options and decide what steps to take next. I offer supervision to counsellors, psychotherapists, therapists and other professionals, especially, but not exclusively, social care and teaching professionals.
I have worked as a person-centred psychotherapist for over thirty years, now also practising EMDR. I am a therapist for individuals who are in crisis or in particular difficulty. I also work with clients who are happy or already successful, who simply want to enhance their quality of life even further. I provide the opportunity to examine your life, your relationships and your career, helping you to think about and develop your options and decide what steps to take next. I offer supervision to counsellors, psychotherapists, therapists and other professionals, especially, but not exclusively, social care and teaching professionals.
Perhaps you find yourself putting everyone else's needs before your own, struggling with self-doubt, feeling overwhelmed by emotions, or repeating patterns in relationships that leave you feeling hurt or disconnected. You may be carrying experiences from the past that continue to affect how you see yourself and others. I work with adults seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, helping them move towards greater self-awareness, self-compassion and emotional wellbeing.
Perhaps you find yourself putting everyone else's needs before your own, struggling with self-doubt, feeling overwhelmed by emotions, or repeating patterns in relationships that leave you feeling hurt or disconnected. You may be carrying experiences from the past that continue to affect how you see yourself and others. I work with adults seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, helping them move towards greater self-awareness, self-compassion and emotional wellbeing.
Life can be so full of pressure and stress, is it any wonder we sometimes need help navigating these challenges? Many of the people I work with feel trapped by their past, overwhelmed in the present, or scared of the future. I can help you make sense of what has happened in your life, overcome the things that are holding you back, and help you to change things for the better. As a Clinical Psychologist, I am experienced at helping people overcome anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, relationship issues, and a range of other problems.
Life can be so full of pressure and stress, is it any wonder we sometimes need help navigating these challenges? Many of the people I work with feel trapped by their past, overwhelmed in the present, or scared of the future. I can help you make sense of what has happened in your life, overcome the things that are holding you back, and help you to change things for the better. As a Clinical Psychologist, I am experienced at helping people overcome anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, relationship issues, and a range of other problems.
Past traumas haunts us, while the unpredictable future worries us - living in the present becomes increasingly more difficult. The constant that we can rely on is change. My aim is to help you take control of the change that you want to make, to claim the life you want for yourself, to find your meaning in your life, and live it as fully as possible.
Many of the people I work with have spent years trying to understand why they continue to feel unsafe, fragmented, disconnected or stuck despite previous work and interventions. I aim to meet you exactly where you are at and together we can take the steps towards your goals and needs.
Past traumas haunts us, while the unpredictable future worries us - living in the present becomes increasingly more difficult. The constant that we can rely on is change. My aim is to help you take control of the change that you want to make, to claim the life you want for yourself, to find your meaning in your life, and live it as fully as possible.
Many of the people I work with have spent years trying to understand why they continue to feel unsafe, fragmented, disconnected or stuck despite previous work and interventions. I aim to meet you exactly where you are at and together we can take the steps towards your goals and needs.
Are you feeling sad, anxious, angry, confused or lost in life? My approach is centred around helping you to feel heard, understood and supported while we explore what matters most to you.
We can explore difficult emotions, build coping strategies, improve self-understanding and help you feel grounded and supported in daily life. I offer a calm and supportive space where we can explore your experiences at your own pace.
I live by the sea and I am inspired by its constant prescence and how waves ebb and flow like good and bad times in life. Together we can work through life’s ups and downs in a way that feels safe and manageable.
Are you feeling sad, anxious, angry, confused or lost in life? My approach is centred around helping you to feel heard, understood and supported while we explore what matters most to you.
We can explore difficult emotions, build coping strategies, improve self-understanding and help you feel grounded and supported in daily life. I offer a calm and supportive space where we can explore your experiences at your own pace.
I live by the sea and I am inspired by its constant prescence and how waves ebb and flow like good and bad times in life. Together we can work through life’s ups and downs in a way that feels safe and manageable.
Hi, I am an experienced and insightful Counselling Psychologist. I offer you an emphatic space where you are listened to deeply. You will have the opportunity to explore, reflect, express and understand yourself alongside my professional support. I provide you with the compassion, skills and knowledge you may need to relieve uncomfortable feelings and resolve psychological issues and/or traumas. This process allows you to gain insight about yourself, increase self-acceptance, feel more in control of your responses to life, learn new ways of coping and move forward with greater peace.
Hi, I am an experienced and insightful Counselling Psychologist. I offer you an emphatic space where you are listened to deeply. You will have the opportunity to explore, reflect, express and understand yourself alongside my professional support. I provide you with the compassion, skills and knowledge you may need to relieve uncomfortable feelings and resolve psychological issues and/or traumas. This process allows you to gain insight about yourself, increase self-acceptance, feel more in control of your responses to life, learn new ways of coping and move forward with greater peace.
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Hi I'm Cesca, I'm an Integrative Arts Counsellor offering online counselling for adults (18+) across the UK. My practice brings together therapy and creative arts — you don’t need to be artistic to access arts counselling, creativity can naturally reach what words sometimes can't. You don’t need to see yourself as 'good at art’ to benefit from using creativity in counselling. I offer a regular space for you to explore, express and understand yourself better. I work with people navigating chronic illness/disability, neurodivergence, LGBTQ+ identity, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and the things that feel hard to name.
Hi I'm Cesca, I'm an Integrative Arts Counsellor offering online counselling for adults (18+) across the UK. My practice brings together therapy and creative arts — you don’t need to be artistic to access arts counselling, creativity can naturally reach what words sometimes can't. You don’t need to see yourself as 'good at art’ to benefit from using creativity in counselling. I offer a regular space for you to explore, express and understand yourself better. I work with people navigating chronic illness/disability, neurodivergence, LGBTQ+ identity, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and the things that feel hard to name.
How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in BH25
10+
Average cost per session
£65
Counsellors in BH25 who prioritize treating:
| 95% | Anxiety |
| 89% | Depression |
| 89% | Self Esteem |
| 84% | Relationship Issues |
| 79% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 79% | Stress |
| 79% | Complex PTSD |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 75% | Bupa |
| 75% | Aviva |
| 75% | AXA PPP |
How Counsellors in BH25 see their clients
| 100% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 78% | Female | |
| 22% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in BH25?
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.