Counselling in CO1
If you feel like you’ve lost your footing in your relationships or your own skin, you don’t have to steady yourself alone. I offer a calm, down-to-earth space to untangle complex patterns and find your way back to yourself.
I have a particular interest in how early family roles, especially those shaped by sibling relationships, continue to influence the adults we become. Whether you were the “responsible” eldest, the peacemaker, or the one who felt overlooked, these patterns often echo in our relationships today.
If you feel like you’ve lost your footing in your relationships or your own skin, you don’t have to steady yourself alone. I offer a calm, down-to-earth space to untangle complex patterns and find your way back to yourself.
I have a particular interest in how early family roles, especially those shaped by sibling relationships, continue to influence the adults we become. Whether you were the “responsible” eldest, the peacemaker, or the one who felt overlooked, these patterns often echo in our relationships today.
I work with children, young people and adults. I provide a safe and trusting space to enable my clients to explore what it is that has brought them to counselling. I believe in empowering my clients so they explore their feelings and experiences, to work towards liberating themselves from these restricting and overwhelming feelings in order to live a happier life, with more self worth and confidence.
I work with children, young people and adults. I provide a safe and trusting space to enable my clients to explore what it is that has brought them to counselling. I believe in empowering my clients so they explore their feelings and experiences, to work towards liberating themselves from these restricting and overwhelming feelings in order to live a happier life, with more self worth and confidence.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck or struggling with ADHD, relationships, low self-esteem or major life changes? I help adults and couples understand what’s happening beneath the surface, break unhelpful patterns and move forward with greater confidence.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck or struggling with ADHD, relationships, low self-esteem or major life changes? I help adults and couples understand what’s happening beneath the surface, break unhelpful patterns and move forward with greater confidence.
I am a qualified, integrative counsellor and registered member of the BACP. My training enables me to work using a number of approaches so that I can tailor your sessions to meet your individual needs. We are all different, have different backgrounds, lives and experiences that have shaped us into who we are and how we see the world, so it’s really important that your counselling sessions are shaped around your individual needs and tailored to be most beneficial to you.
I am a qualified, integrative counsellor and registered member of the BACP. My training enables me to work using a number of approaches so that I can tailor your sessions to meet your individual needs. We are all different, have different backgrounds, lives and experiences that have shaped us into who we are and how we see the world, so it’s really important that your counselling sessions are shaped around your individual needs and tailored to be most beneficial to you.
I am particularly interested in the way that things that go wrong in childhood can bite us as adults - it might show as low self esteem, high anxiety levels, feeling overwhelmed by things you could once deal with.
If there's a residue of pain from earlier in your life that is causing you problems now - maybe relationship issues, or perhaps you can't grieve for someone you've lost, or you simply feel that life is too much - we can work with that.
You will decide what your aims are - but maybe a life lived in colour and ease would be a good start.
I am particularly interested in the way that things that go wrong in childhood can bite us as adults - it might show as low self esteem, high anxiety levels, feeling overwhelmed by things you could once deal with.
If there's a residue of pain from earlier in your life that is causing you problems now - maybe relationship issues, or perhaps you can't grieve for someone you've lost, or you simply feel that life is too much - we can work with that.
You will decide what your aims are - but maybe a life lived in colour and ease would be a good start.
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist and have over 10 years experience offering psychological therapy services. I have worked with a wide variety of people, from all walks of life and ages and backgrounds in different therapeutic settings including private practice, within the NHS and the not-for-profit sector. I offer evidence-based therapy tailored to each individual’s needs for a range of difficulties, for example, anxiety, depression, excessive worry, trauma, anger, stress management, work issues, grief/loss or relationship problems.
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist and have over 10 years experience offering psychological therapy services. I have worked with a wide variety of people, from all walks of life and ages and backgrounds in different therapeutic settings including private practice, within the NHS and the not-for-profit sector. I offer evidence-based therapy tailored to each individual’s needs for a range of difficulties, for example, anxiety, depression, excessive worry, trauma, anger, stress management, work issues, grief/loss or relationship problems.
I offer one-to-one therapy for adults, creating a space where you can talk openly and feel truly heard. My approach is warm, down-to-earth and led by you. I believe that feeling safe, understood and accepted is what allows real change to happen, so building a genuine, trusting relationship is at the heart of my work.
I am committed to offering an inclusive, welcoming space. As a queer, neurodivergent therapist, I understand how identity and life experience can shape how we move through the world, and I aim to create a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself.
I offer one-to-one therapy for adults, creating a space where you can talk openly and feel truly heard. My approach is warm, down-to-earth and led by you. I believe that feeling safe, understood and accepted is what allows real change to happen, so building a genuine, trusting relationship is at the heart of my work.
I am committed to offering an inclusive, welcoming space. As a queer, neurodivergent therapist, I understand how identity and life experience can shape how we move through the world, and I aim to create a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself.
I work with people who feel stuck in the same cycles - whether it’s relationships, work, or their own thoughts and who want to understand why.
My approach is Psychodynamic, which means we don’t just focus on surface symptoms or quick coping strategies. Instead, we look beneath the patterns you repeat, often without realising, and uncover what’s been driving them. Many clients have tried CBT or other short-term therapies before, but come to me when they sense something deeper still needs attention.
Sessions with me are 50 minutes, once a week, in a calm and confidential space where you can bring whatever is on your mind.
I work with people who feel stuck in the same cycles - whether it’s relationships, work, or their own thoughts and who want to understand why.
My approach is Psychodynamic, which means we don’t just focus on surface symptoms or quick coping strategies. Instead, we look beneath the patterns you repeat, often without realising, and uncover what’s been driving them. Many clients have tried CBT or other short-term therapies before, but come to me when they sense something deeper still needs attention.
Sessions with me are 50 minutes, once a week, in a calm and confidential space where you can bring whatever is on your mind.
I have BA (Hons) in Person-centred counselling, which has helped in my understanding of various issues we face in our daily lives, garnered during my training and working with various clients, and offering pastoral care to members of my local community. These issues may include but not limited to depression, anxiety, bereavement, stress, trauma, divorce, etc. I will work in an empathetic, non-directive and non-judgemental way to ensure you get what you need from counselling by openly discussing and making shared decisions with you, with the belief that different clients need different things at different times
I have BA (Hons) in Person-centred counselling, which has helped in my understanding of various issues we face in our daily lives, garnered during my training and working with various clients, and offering pastoral care to members of my local community. These issues may include but not limited to depression, anxiety, bereavement, stress, trauma, divorce, etc. I will work in an empathetic, non-directive and non-judgemental way to ensure you get what you need from counselling by openly discussing and making shared decisions with you, with the belief that different clients need different things at different times
I am a psychodynamically trained therapist which means I work in depth with my clients, looking at all areas of their lives, including childhood to understand where difficulties have come from and work with them to find a way forward that works specifically for them.
I am a fully qualified psychotherapist/counsellor trained to work with:
Adults,
Children/young people (5-18 years),
Families.
I also offer EMDR online and I am a Relate Trained Family Counsellor
I am a psychodynamically trained therapist which means I work in depth with my clients, looking at all areas of their lives, including childhood to understand where difficulties have come from and work with them to find a way forward that works specifically for them.
I am a fully qualified psychotherapist/counsellor trained to work with:
Adults,
Children/young people (5-18 years),
Families.
I also offer EMDR online and I am a Relate Trained Family Counsellor
I work with people that have experienced trauma so that they can feel safe in the present and look to the future with openness. My core training is integrative, which means that I draw from multiple theories and frameworks to offer a broad spectrum of support to the people I work with. My most recent training is psychoanalytic, which enables me to work over longer periods of time, for those that want to explore a more in-depth approach to the psyche.
I work with people that have experienced trauma so that they can feel safe in the present and look to the future with openness. My core training is integrative, which means that I draw from multiple theories and frameworks to offer a broad spectrum of support to the people I work with. My most recent training is psychoanalytic, which enables me to work over longer periods of time, for those that want to explore a more in-depth approach to the psyche.
Everybody should have a Victoria. I've heard this from many clients over the years. My clients feel seen, heard and truly supported through some of the most difficult times in their lives. Unlike some therapy and counselling approaches, I believe that just talking about what's going on for you isn't going to cut it. So instead of just talking, we will work with a variety of interventions, tools and techniques - together - on your issue. My goal is not just to manage your problem, but to get as close to resolving it as possible.
Everybody should have a Victoria. I've heard this from many clients over the years. My clients feel seen, heard and truly supported through some of the most difficult times in their lives. Unlike some therapy and counselling approaches, I believe that just talking about what's going on for you isn't going to cut it. So instead of just talking, we will work with a variety of interventions, tools and techniques - together - on your issue. My goal is not just to manage your problem, but to get as close to resolving it as possible.
I truly believe in the life-changing benefits of counselling and would encourage everyone to try it. We all need a space where we can process our feelings and thoughts clearly. Have you faced a lifetime of not feeling good enough, and would love to experience a better view of yourself? Facing a relationship breakdown? Suffering from high levels of anxiety? Maybe there is a big change in your life or a painful loss. Have you been trying to bury feelings of shame or hurt from something that happened years ago? Have you experienced a traumatic event or abuse and you just can't get rid of the impact of it, no matter how hard you try?
I truly believe in the life-changing benefits of counselling and would encourage everyone to try it. We all need a space where we can process our feelings and thoughts clearly. Have you faced a lifetime of not feeling good enough, and would love to experience a better view of yourself? Facing a relationship breakdown? Suffering from high levels of anxiety? Maybe there is a big change in your life or a painful loss. Have you been trying to bury feelings of shame or hurt from something that happened years ago? Have you experienced a traumatic event or abuse and you just can't get rid of the impact of it, no matter how hard you try?
I can help if you think about life changes, such as considering marriage, divorce, retirement, career change or if you are trying to cope with grief and loss. If you are suffering with depression, anxiety, struggling with difficult thoughts and feelings, have a personal or relationship problem, you are invited to phone or email to make an appointment. I work with people who want to understand their internal emotions and thoughts which are hidden behind their behaviour. I provide help in Polish and English. Confidentiality is assured.
I can help if you think about life changes, such as considering marriage, divorce, retirement, career change or if you are trying to cope with grief and loss. If you are suffering with depression, anxiety, struggling with difficult thoughts and feelings, have a personal or relationship problem, you are invited to phone or email to make an appointment. I work with people who want to understand their internal emotions and thoughts which are hidden behind their behaviour. I provide help in Polish and English. Confidentiality is assured.
As a fully qualified Person-centred counsellor/psychotherapist I work closely within the realities each client is living. I hold a strong ethos that every client is unique, irrespective of diagnosis or life challenges, and I believe that every client can find self-acceptance and change through therapy. As a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I work within and am bound by their ethical framework, maintaining client autonomy and care at all times.
As a fully qualified Person-centred counsellor/psychotherapist I work closely within the realities each client is living. I hold a strong ethos that every client is unique, irrespective of diagnosis or life challenges, and I believe that every client can find self-acceptance and change through therapy. As a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I work within and am bound by their ethical framework, maintaining client autonomy and care at all times.
If you’re here, something may not feel right. You might be managing anxiety that never fully switches off, carrying the weight of trauma, navigating relationship strain, or simply feeling stuck and exhausted.
I pride my practice on being down-to-earth, professional, non-judgmental and confidential. Therapy with me is structured and evidence-based, but never cold or overly clinical. Clients often say they value having a therapist who is steady, straightforward and genuinely human.
You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out. Some people come with clear goals; others just know they can’t keep going as they are.
If you’re here, something may not feel right. You might be managing anxiety that never fully switches off, carrying the weight of trauma, navigating relationship strain, or simply feeling stuck and exhausted.
I pride my practice on being down-to-earth, professional, non-judgmental and confidential. Therapy with me is structured and evidence-based, but never cold or overly clinical. Clients often say they value having a therapist who is steady, straightforward and genuinely human.
You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out. Some people come with clear goals; others just know they can’t keep going as they are.
I’m Samantha, a Colchester-based relational integrative therapist working with adults who feel stuck in relationship patterns, overwhelmed by anxiety, or struggling with ADHD and the impact of childhood experiences. Many of my clients feel emotionally reactive, disconnected, or constantly overthinking and want to feel calmer, more secure, and more confident in themselves and their relationships. I work relationally and at depth to help you understand where these patterns come from and how to change them.
I’m Samantha, a Colchester-based relational integrative therapist working with adults who feel stuck in relationship patterns, overwhelmed by anxiety, or struggling with ADHD and the impact of childhood experiences. Many of my clients feel emotionally reactive, disconnected, or constantly overthinking and want to feel calmer, more secure, and more confident in themselves and their relationships. I work relationally and at depth to help you understand where these patterns come from and how to change them.
Do you struggle with your emotions? Do you find yourself feeling moody and irritable? Maybe you are battling with high levels of anxiety that is ruining your life. Maybe you’re feeling sad and depressed robbing you of enjoyment in your life. Do you experience a range of intense emotions in a short space of time and slow to get back to “normal”? Do you end up having angry outbursts then feel full of regret afterwards? Do your relationships suffer as a result of intense emotions? Have you developed coping strategies that whilst in the moment might help but longer term are causing additional issues?
Do you struggle with your emotions? Do you find yourself feeling moody and irritable? Maybe you are battling with high levels of anxiety that is ruining your life. Maybe you’re feeling sad and depressed robbing you of enjoyment in your life. Do you experience a range of intense emotions in a short space of time and slow to get back to “normal”? Do you end up having angry outbursts then feel full of regret afterwards? Do your relationships suffer as a result of intense emotions? Have you developed coping strategies that whilst in the moment might help but longer term are causing additional issues?
I specialise and work with individuals and couples who seek to improve their emotional well-being and relationship dynamics. They may be dealing with issues such as communication breakdowns, emotional disconnection, anxiety, or unresolved conflicts that impact their daily lives. Their needs include finding a safe and supportive space to explore their feelings, gain clarity, and work towards healing. Their goals are to build stronger connections, achieve personal growth, and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships. They want to feel understood, validated, and empowered to make positive changes in their lives.
I specialise and work with individuals and couples who seek to improve their emotional well-being and relationship dynamics. They may be dealing with issues such as communication breakdowns, emotional disconnection, anxiety, or unresolved conflicts that impact their daily lives. Their needs include finding a safe and supportive space to explore their feelings, gain clarity, and work towards healing. Their goals are to build stronger connections, achieve personal growth, and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships. They want to feel understood, validated, and empowered to make positive changes in their lives.
Hi, I'm Mark a counsellor who specialises in working with couples who have disconnected and wish to rediscover their emotional bond through better forms of empathic communication and achieve healthy confrontation to help de-escalate cycles of conflict where they are blaming, attacking and withdrawing from one another. My aim is work with them to reach a place where they once again feel like a team who can resolve things in a healthy way. Other issues covered include discovering each other's love language and rebuilding trust. I provide online counselling using Zoom, Skype or WhatsApp and phone counselling.
Hi, I'm Mark a counsellor who specialises in working with couples who have disconnected and wish to rediscover their emotional bond through better forms of empathic communication and achieve healthy confrontation to help de-escalate cycles of conflict where they are blaming, attacking and withdrawing from one another. My aim is work with them to reach a place where they once again feel like a team who can resolve things in a healthy way. Other issues covered include discovering each other's love language and rebuilding trust. I provide online counselling using Zoom, Skype or WhatsApp and phone counselling.
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Number of Counsellors in CO1
100+
Average cost per session
£60
Counsellors in CO1 who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Anxiety |
| 87% | Depression |
| 87% | Self Esteem |
| 83% | Stress |
| 82% | Relationship Issues |
| 71% | Bereavement |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 76% | Bupa |
| 76% | Aviva |
| 68% | AXA PPP |
How Counsellors in CO1 see their clients
| 87% | In Person and Online | |
| 13% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 77% | Female | |
| 21% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |