Counselling in BS8
Who are you? Where are you going? If you're not sure, trauma could be translating. Ever felt your life isn't truly yours? That hollow ache might be past experiences echoing. Do these statements resonate; Pleasing others at your own cost Feeling like an imposter in your own life, Cycles of unfulfilling, toxic relationships" These aren't weaknesses, but your authentic self trying to break through. If you struggle with Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Deep Insecurities, these can all be signs that your present is not aligned with who you really are. That childhood trauma has hidden you away to keep you safe.
Who are you? Where are you going? If you're not sure, trauma could be translating. Ever felt your life isn't truly yours? That hollow ache might be past experiences echoing. Do these statements resonate; Pleasing others at your own cost Feeling like an imposter in your own life, Cycles of unfulfilling, toxic relationships" These aren't weaknesses, but your authentic self trying to break through. If you struggle with Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Deep Insecurities, these can all be signs that your present is not aligned with who you really are. That childhood trauma has hidden you away to keep you safe.
Even the strongest of us need help and support, and therapy is not meant to “fix” someone but to help them discover their full potential, this is my philosophy. Therapy is like a journey that the therapist and the client undertake together to explore the best options, with the client being the expert in their lives. Nobody knows better our life and what does it mean to be us than ourselves. Therapy is there to act as a guide for these explorations. And it is a privilege for the therapist to be part of this very personal journey and to share her knowledge and expertise, enabling in this way the change for a better life.
Even the strongest of us need help and support, and therapy is not meant to “fix” someone but to help them discover their full potential, this is my philosophy. Therapy is like a journey that the therapist and the client undertake together to explore the best options, with the client being the expert in their lives. Nobody knows better our life and what does it mean to be us than ourselves. Therapy is there to act as a guide for these explorations. And it is a privilege for the therapist to be part of this very personal journey and to share her knowledge and expertise, enabling in this way the change for a better life.
Hi, my name is Anna, I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of experience working in mental health in both the NHS and private sector. I provide online therapy on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and offer a free 15- minute telephone consultation to learn a little more about you and your current situation. I work with a range of difficulties, and in particular have experience of helping people who have struggled with: stress, anxiety, depression, self-harm, pain, panic attacks, and low self-esteem.
Hi, my name is Anna, I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of experience working in mental health in both the NHS and private sector. I provide online therapy on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and offer a free 15- minute telephone consultation to learn a little more about you and your current situation. I work with a range of difficulties, and in particular have experience of helping people who have struggled with: stress, anxiety, depression, self-harm, pain, panic attacks, and low self-esteem.
My ideal client is / has one of the following:
- Neurodivergent and seeking self-understanding and/or self-acceptance
- Childless-not-by-choice and exploring what this means to them, or is childfree by choice and seeking support due to reactions by friends and family
- Estranged from family or considering estrangement
- Aside from these issues I will also happily work with a wide range of other issues including depression, anxiety, and low self esteem.
My ideal client is / has one of the following:
- Neurodivergent and seeking self-understanding and/or self-acceptance
- Childless-not-by-choice and exploring what this means to them, or is childfree by choice and seeking support due to reactions by friends and family
- Estranged from family or considering estrangement
- Aside from these issues I will also happily work with a wide range of other issues including depression, anxiety, and low self esteem.
Hello, I’m Vivienne, I’m a qualified counsellor who works with the LGBTQIA+ community. As a queer woman with a mixed heritage background, I work in a way that looks at how the different identities you might hold can impact you. People have their own unique experiences of discrimination and oppression and that matters to me.
Hello, I’m Vivienne, I’m a qualified counsellor who works with the LGBTQIA+ community. As a queer woman with a mixed heritage background, I work in a way that looks at how the different identities you might hold can impact you. People have their own unique experiences of discrimination and oppression and that matters to me.
Most of us are taught from an early age that we should hide parts of ourselves to get by. As the person we are pulls away from the person we’re told we should be, we’re left with lingering distress and a struggle to feel truly connected and at home within ourselves. I believe the more we understand, accept and nurture ourselves, the more equipped to find the connection, community and purpose we’re longing for. Perhaps you feel that sense of struggle, or are feeling unmoored from the person you really are. Perhaps you're looking for support as you grow and find your way.
Most of us are taught from an early age that we should hide parts of ourselves to get by. As the person we are pulls away from the person we’re told we should be, we’re left with lingering distress and a struggle to feel truly connected and at home within ourselves. I believe the more we understand, accept and nurture ourselves, the more equipped to find the connection, community and purpose we’re longing for. Perhaps you feel that sense of struggle, or are feeling unmoored from the person you really are. Perhaps you're looking for support as you grow and find your way.
I offer support for the difficult, deeper feelings of children, teenagers, young adults, parents & infants and expectant parents. My aim is to provide a space where you feel safe to bring and explore what is bothering you and where you are heard and understood. When we are listened to from the heart and met with curiosity and compassion it is amazing what can change in our lives. We can begin to understand ourselves better, find self acceptance and our own wisdom This can help us feel more self loving and better able to navigate the ups and downs of life. I offer sessions in Nature and/or Indoors (see more info below).
I offer support for the difficult, deeper feelings of children, teenagers, young adults, parents & infants and expectant parents. My aim is to provide a space where you feel safe to bring and explore what is bothering you and where you are heard and understood. When we are listened to from the heart and met with curiosity and compassion it is amazing what can change in our lives. We can begin to understand ourselves better, find self acceptance and our own wisdom This can help us feel more self loving and better able to navigate the ups and downs of life. I offer sessions in Nature and/or Indoors (see more info below).
Hello! I'm Jayne an Integrative Counsellor specialising in working with Stress, Anxiety, Burnout and Chronic Illness.
Are you?
Overwhelmed with worry, panic, anxiety or feeling stressed and burnt out.
Living with a chronic illness such as ME/CFS, Fibromyalgia or Long Covid.
Self-critical or perfectionist and strives to please others or find it hard to say no.
Struggling with a loss of motivation or direction and feeling low in self-esteem, depressed or lonely.
If so, working with me can help you to find balance, meaning and purpose once again, so that you can better manage the challenges in your life.
Hello! I'm Jayne an Integrative Counsellor specialising in working with Stress, Anxiety, Burnout and Chronic Illness.
Are you?
Overwhelmed with worry, panic, anxiety or feeling stressed and burnt out.
Living with a chronic illness such as ME/CFS, Fibromyalgia or Long Covid.
Self-critical or perfectionist and strives to please others or find it hard to say no.
Struggling with a loss of motivation or direction and feeling low in self-esteem, depressed or lonely.
If so, working with me can help you to find balance, meaning and purpose once again, so that you can better manage the challenges in your life.
Update: As of April 2025, I am OPEN to new enquiries.
When life is difficult, it is often a signal that we need to pause and listen.
Discomfort, hurt and struggle are experiences that are waiting to be seen, recognised, acknowledged and loved. Like uninvited visitors, they knock on our doors saying, ‘Please let me in.’
What if it were possible to give voice to those aspects of you that have been pushed away or abandoned? This is what psychotherapy can offer – a creative space in which you can learn to listen deeply to all the facets of who you are.
Update: As of April 2025, I am OPEN to new enquiries.
When life is difficult, it is often a signal that we need to pause and listen.
Discomfort, hurt and struggle are experiences that are waiting to be seen, recognised, acknowledged and loved. Like uninvited visitors, they knock on our doors saying, ‘Please let me in.’
What if it were possible to give voice to those aspects of you that have been pushed away or abandoned? This is what psychotherapy can offer – a creative space in which you can learn to listen deeply to all the facets of who you are.
A very warm welcome to you. I work with a person centred approach, ensuring our sessions feel right for you as a unique individual. My style of counselling is non-directive, relaxed and inclusive, which means our work together is designed around what you want and need. The work is supportive and respectful as we go at your pace and my aim is to get alongside you on your path, helping you explore your world to find understanding, clarity or solution. Sessions are centered around you and how you experience yourself and the world around you. You are free to come as you are and be accepted, as you are.
A very warm welcome to you. I work with a person centred approach, ensuring our sessions feel right for you as a unique individual. My style of counselling is non-directive, relaxed and inclusive, which means our work together is designed around what you want and need. The work is supportive and respectful as we go at your pace and my aim is to get alongside you on your path, helping you explore your world to find understanding, clarity or solution. Sessions are centered around you and how you experience yourself and the world around you. You are free to come as you are and be accepted, as you are.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming and it can be a struggle to cope with life’s challenges...you’re not alone. I am Lindsay, a psychotherapeutic counsellor working in Bristol, Bath and online. You may have experienced a traumatic event or experienced many years of trauma and struggling to understand your emotions. You maybe trying to manage anxiety, depression or addiction. I will listen and you will feel heard. I am a warm, down to earth and empathic counsellor, offering a safe space for you to explore whatever it is that is causing you distress. I will work with you to explore you’re feelings, heal and move forward.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming and it can be a struggle to cope with life’s challenges...you’re not alone. I am Lindsay, a psychotherapeutic counsellor working in Bristol, Bath and online. You may have experienced a traumatic event or experienced many years of trauma and struggling to understand your emotions. You maybe trying to manage anxiety, depression or addiction. I will listen and you will feel heard. I am a warm, down to earth and empathic counsellor, offering a safe space for you to explore whatever it is that is causing you distress. I will work with you to explore you’re feelings, heal and move forward.
Meet Our Counsellors
I am a fully accredited psychotherapist with the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) and I am a graduate of the Karuna Institute, I offer Mindfulness Based Core Process Psychotherapy; this approach is holistic and embodied psycho-spiritual psychotherapy underpinned by Mindfulness. Together, we explore the parts of your life you wish to bring in a warm, confidential, safe, supportive space. As we progress deeper, awareness and understanding of how things are for you will be revealed as we move towards building a more accepting and loving relationship with ourselves.
I am a fully accredited psychotherapist with the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) and I am a graduate of the Karuna Institute, I offer Mindfulness Based Core Process Psychotherapy; this approach is holistic and embodied psycho-spiritual psychotherapy underpinned by Mindfulness. Together, we explore the parts of your life you wish to bring in a warm, confidential, safe, supportive space. As we progress deeper, awareness and understanding of how things are for you will be revealed as we move towards building a more accepting and loving relationship with ourselves.
As an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, I specialise in supporting people who maybe be struggling with worry, burnout, low mood and self-doubt. Maybe you're stuck in a cycle of anxiety or perhaps self-criticism, fear of failure and perfectionism hold you back from engaging in life fully and doing what matters to you. If you've noticed that these feelings impact on your relationships and work and you would like to explore these difficulties, and learn tools and techniques to support you moving forwards please contact me. I look forward to hearing from you.
As an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, I specialise in supporting people who maybe be struggling with worry, burnout, low mood and self-doubt. Maybe you're stuck in a cycle of anxiety or perhaps self-criticism, fear of failure and perfectionism hold you back from engaging in life fully and doing what matters to you. If you've noticed that these feelings impact on your relationships and work and you would like to explore these difficulties, and learn tools and techniques to support you moving forwards please contact me. I look forward to hearing from you.
You might feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to change long-standing patterns in your life and relationships. Perhaps you struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, or painful emotions like anger, jealousy, or shame. You may be carrying the weight of past experiences—difficult relationships, childhood trauma, or feelings of loneliness that linger no matter what you do. Whatever you’re facing, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Therapy is a place to be seen, understood, and empowered. If you’re ready to take the next step, I invite you to reach out for a free 20-minute consultation.
You might feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to change long-standing patterns in your life and relationships. Perhaps you struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, or painful emotions like anger, jealousy, or shame. You may be carrying the weight of past experiences—difficult relationships, childhood trauma, or feelings of loneliness that linger no matter what you do. Whatever you’re facing, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Therapy is a place to be seen, understood, and empowered. If you’re ready to take the next step, I invite you to reach out for a free 20-minute consultation.
Dr Alice Williams
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bristol BS8
Hi, I’m Alice, I work as a clinical psychologist. I see people who are struggling with anxiety, low mood, depression, anger, shame, low self esteem, OCD and loud self critics. I also have a lot of experience working with trauma, both PTSD and complex trauma.
Hi, I’m Alice, I work as a clinical psychologist. I see people who are struggling with anxiety, low mood, depression, anger, shame, low self esteem, OCD and loud self critics. I also have a lot of experience working with trauma, both PTSD and complex trauma.
Dr Rhiannon King Couples & Relationship Therapy
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Online Only
Your relationship matters! Are you struggling with relationship, marital or family issues? Are you wanting to improve or enhance your relationship? Perhaps you’re both at a crossroads where your future as a couple seems uncertain? Maybe you’re considering separating or divorce? Are you feeling hurt, disconnected, stuck, anxious, frustrated, angry, lonely, misunderstood, overwhelmed, sad or scared? Are you struggling to communicate, connect, manage conflicts or difficult emotions, heal from loss of trust or an infidelity, establish or maintain healthy boundaries, manage family issues or adapt to change, life events or transitions?
Your relationship matters! Are you struggling with relationship, marital or family issues? Are you wanting to improve or enhance your relationship? Perhaps you’re both at a crossroads where your future as a couple seems uncertain? Maybe you’re considering separating or divorce? Are you feeling hurt, disconnected, stuck, anxious, frustrated, angry, lonely, misunderstood, overwhelmed, sad or scared? Are you struggling to communicate, connect, manage conflicts or difficult emotions, heal from loss of trust or an infidelity, establish or maintain healthy boundaries, manage family issues or adapt to change, life events or transitions?
Hi, I’m Laura and I’m a Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Therapist and mental health nurse with around 15 years' experience in mental healthcare, CBT and counselling. I have worked within the NHS (including significant child & adolescent mental health (CAMHS) experience), university voluntary and private sectors. I support adults and children who may be struggling with: anxiety (including generalised anxiety disorder, health anxiety, social anxiety), depression and low mood, OCD, phobias, low self-esteem, perfectionism, body image difficulties and body dysmorphia, stress, panic disorder and panic attacks, trauma and sleep difficulties.
Hi, I’m Laura and I’m a Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Therapist and mental health nurse with around 15 years' experience in mental healthcare, CBT and counselling. I have worked within the NHS (including significant child & adolescent mental health (CAMHS) experience), university voluntary and private sectors. I support adults and children who may be struggling with: anxiety (including generalised anxiety disorder, health anxiety, social anxiety), depression and low mood, OCD, phobias, low self-esteem, perfectionism, body image difficulties and body dysmorphia, stress, panic disorder and panic attacks, trauma and sleep difficulties.
I offer a safe space in which you can speak and be listened to without judgement or expectation. As a psychoanalytically informed counsellor, I encourage you to speak about whatever comes to mind and to follow your thoughts wherever they lead. You may have a diagnosis or have your own words for how you are suffering - that's often the place to start. What we may find is that issues of identity and relationships follow - how you see yourself in relation to those around you now or in the past and possibly how you would like relationships to change in the future.
I offer a safe space in which you can speak and be listened to without judgement or expectation. As a psychoanalytically informed counsellor, I encourage you to speak about whatever comes to mind and to follow your thoughts wherever they lead. You may have a diagnosis or have your own words for how you are suffering - that's often the place to start. What we may find is that issues of identity and relationships follow - how you see yourself in relation to those around you now or in the past and possibly how you would like relationships to change in the future.
Hi and Welcome. I am an empathic, energetic and highly motivated individual who loves motivating others and helping them to work towards realising their true potential. Therapy is an option you might like to consider if you are experiencing difficulties in your life. It can help you think and feel through difficult personal questions, take stock of your life and address the issues that are making life difficult. Gaining a clearer appreciation and understanding of a problem is the first step on the road to making changes. Adapting the way I work to your specific needs, we will explore and discover, what might best assist you.
Hi and Welcome. I am an empathic, energetic and highly motivated individual who loves motivating others and helping them to work towards realising their true potential. Therapy is an option you might like to consider if you are experiencing difficulties in your life. It can help you think and feel through difficult personal questions, take stock of your life and address the issues that are making life difficult. Gaining a clearer appreciation and understanding of a problem is the first step on the road to making changes. Adapting the way I work to your specific needs, we will explore and discover, what might best assist you.
I am a fully qualified Relate counsellor, experienced in working with couples and individuals who have relationship issues. I also work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, intimacy, sexual issues or sexual compulsion (addiction). I work in a systemic, psycho-dynamic way using a wide variety of techniques to suit each individual and specific situation. Are you experiencing relationship issues? Do you repeat the same patterns over and over again, often ending up in conflict? Do you find it difficult to express your emotions and feelings? Is attachment or trust an issue for you? Do you have issues around intimacy and sex?
I am a fully qualified Relate counsellor, experienced in working with couples and individuals who have relationship issues. I also work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, intimacy, sexual issues or sexual compulsion (addiction). I work in a systemic, psycho-dynamic way using a wide variety of techniques to suit each individual and specific situation. Are you experiencing relationship issues? Do you repeat the same patterns over and over again, often ending up in conflict? Do you find it difficult to express your emotions and feelings? Is attachment or trust an issue for you? Do you have issues around intimacy and sex?
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in BS8
100+
Average cost per session
£65
Counsellors in BS8 who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 89% | Self Esteem |
| 88% | Depression |
| 83% | Stress |
| 80% | Relationship Issues |
| 64% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 61% | Bereavement |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 52% | Aviva |
| 48% | AXA PPP |
| 48% | Bupa |
How Counsellors in BS8 see their clients
| 84% | In Person and Online | |
| 16% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 73% | Female | |
| 26% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |