Depression Counselling in ME17
Dr Rachel Densham
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Maidstone ME17 (Online Only)
I am a Counselling Psychologist who works with adults and young people across a broad range of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety (panic attacks, phobias, social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder), trauma and PTSD, grief, stress and burnout, low self-esteem, substance misuse, personality disorders, emotion regulation and relationship difficulties. I have been practicing in private, voluntary and NHS secondary healthcare settings in the UK for the past ten years and am dedicated to providing compassionate and skilful psychological support to help people navigate the inevitable challenges they face in life.
I am a Counselling Psychologist who works with adults and young people across a broad range of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety (panic attacks, phobias, social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder), trauma and PTSD, grief, stress and burnout, low self-esteem, substance misuse, personality disorders, emotion regulation and relationship difficulties. I have been practicing in private, voluntary and NHS secondary healthcare settings in the UK for the past ten years and am dedicated to providing compassionate and skilful psychological support to help people navigate the inevitable challenges they face in life.
Counselling brings increased self-awareness and together we will work towards facilitating choice and change.
Hello, I’m Lucy Sands and I send you the warmest welcome to my directory page. Navigating life’s ups and downs can be difficult alone, often leading to feeling stuck, unable to cope, overwhelmed and confused. Anxiety, panic attacks, depression and/or uncontrollable emotions can have a devastating impact on everyday life. Professionally for many years I have offered a friendly, down to earth counselling and psychotherapy service, grounded in the core values of openness, respectfulness and honesty. I offer young people and adults one to one therapy, for as long as required.
Counselling brings increased self-awareness and together we will work towards facilitating choice and change.
Hello, I’m Lucy Sands and I send you the warmest welcome to my directory page. Navigating life’s ups and downs can be difficult alone, often leading to feeling stuck, unable to cope, overwhelmed and confused. Anxiety, panic attacks, depression and/or uncontrollable emotions can have a devastating impact on everyday life. Professionally for many years I have offered a friendly, down to earth counselling and psychotherapy service, grounded in the core values of openness, respectfulness and honesty. I offer young people and adults one to one therapy, for as long as required.
Each individual is unique & you have the answers within to make the decisions right for you wherever you are at.
Life can evoke a variety of emotions and struggles. I work with individuals and couples in Kent, London, Sussex and across the UK remotely. I care passionately about the needs of my clients to empower you to move forwards in your life wherever you path is currently at. Life is sometimes full of difficulties and uncertainties we can feel overwhelmed by loss, trauma, body image, addictions, relationship issues and problems in our workplace or home life to name a few. I work in a non-judgmental supportive manner helping you to explore & understand your thoughts & emotions. I I have some concession rates available on a sliding scale.
Each individual is unique & you have the answers within to make the decisions right for you wherever you are at.
Life can evoke a variety of emotions and struggles. I work with individuals and couples in Kent, London, Sussex and across the UK remotely. I care passionately about the needs of my clients to empower you to move forwards in your life wherever you path is currently at. Life is sometimes full of difficulties and uncertainties we can feel overwhelmed by loss, trauma, body image, addictions, relationship issues and problems in our workplace or home life to name a few. I work in a non-judgmental supportive manner helping you to explore & understand your thoughts & emotions. I I have some concession rates available on a sliding scale.
We are proud to offer accessible support to clients with a range of needs including anxiety and Generalise Anxiety Disorder, depression and low mood, relationship and work issue, borderline personality disorder, bipolar spectrum disorder, emotion management difficulties, self-esteem issues, substance dependency, bereavement and loss, and coping with change .
We believe that everyone who needs to see a counsellor should be able to do so. Cost should not be the reason that you are not able to access support. Day Time Sessions (7am- 5pm) £28. Evening Sessions (5pm-8pm) £30. Whatever your reasons for seeking support, be assured you will be treated with respect and confidentiality, and given the safe space to be yourself.
We are proud to offer accessible support to clients with a range of needs including anxiety and Generalise Anxiety Disorder, depression and low mood, relationship and work issue, borderline personality disorder, bipolar spectrum disorder, emotion management difficulties, self-esteem issues, substance dependency, bereavement and loss, and coping with change .
We believe that everyone who needs to see a counsellor should be able to do so. Cost should not be the reason that you are not able to access support. Day Time Sessions (7am- 5pm) £28. Evening Sessions (5pm-8pm) £30. Whatever your reasons for seeking support, be assured you will be treated with respect and confidentiality, and given the safe space to be yourself.
I provide therapy for depression, anxiety, panic attacks, self-esteem, PTSD, confidence and Phobia.
I became a therapist because I am passionate about people and improving as well as enhancing mental wellbeing. I understand that life can be a challenge and at times it may be hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel but I want to assure you that you do not have to go through life’s struggles by yourself. I am here for you and I am here with you. With your permission, I would like to come besides you and help you explore and discover events, thoughts, feelings and patterns of behaviour and together support you to make changes.
I provide therapy for depression, anxiety, panic attacks, self-esteem, PTSD, confidence and Phobia.
I became a therapist because I am passionate about people and improving as well as enhancing mental wellbeing. I understand that life can be a challenge and at times it may be hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel but I want to assure you that you do not have to go through life’s struggles by yourself. I am here for you and I am here with you. With your permission, I would like to come besides you and help you explore and discover events, thoughts, feelings and patterns of behaviour and together support you to make changes.
I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist accredited with the BABCP (British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies). I can help you overcome; Low mood, Depression, Worry and Anxiety, Low self Esteem, Trauma, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Health and Social Anxiety and Phobia. I offer digital therapy for Adults and Young People.
I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist accredited with the BABCP (British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies). I can help you overcome; Low mood, Depression, Worry and Anxiety, Low self Esteem, Trauma, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Health and Social Anxiety and Phobia. I offer digital therapy for Adults and Young People.
I understand that sometimes the idea of counselling can be daunting, so please do contact me and we can have a chat about how I can help you.
Sometimes life can be a challenge. You may be struggling with situations or relationships that are causing you some distress. As a counsellor, I will help you to explore your problems in a safe and confidential space. Together, we will look at different coping strategies and techniques, and also consider any unresolved issues that may be going on for you. Our sessions together can help to bring about the change you seek as well as giving you a greater understanding of the difficulties you currently face and ultimately, arrive at a place that is more balanced and peaceful
I understand that sometimes the idea of counselling can be daunting, so please do contact me and we can have a chat about how I can help you.
Sometimes life can be a challenge. You may be struggling with situations or relationships that are causing you some distress. As a counsellor, I will help you to explore your problems in a safe and confidential space. Together, we will look at different coping strategies and techniques, and also consider any unresolved issues that may be going on for you. Our sessions together can help to bring about the change you seek as well as giving you a greater understanding of the difficulties you currently face and ultimately, arrive at a place that is more balanced and peaceful
Starting counselling can take a lot of courage and you may be feeling anxious and unsure if this is for you, this is why I offer a free consultation for new clients where we can discuss any concerns you may have and I can explain the therapeutic process.
Life can be complicated and confusing, we can sometimes feel stuck, stressed out, anxious, depressed or just exhausted with it all. Trying to find your path out, away from negative feelings and thoughts may seem like a monumental struggle. Would you like someone to help you find your way forward? would you like somebody to help you make sense of these thoughts and feelings? I can provide you with a safe space where we can explore these feelings together. My aim is to support clients to find positive methods of coping and gain understanding to enable them to move forward with their lives.
Starting counselling can take a lot of courage and you may be feeling anxious and unsure if this is for you, this is why I offer a free consultation for new clients where we can discuss any concerns you may have and I can explain the therapeutic process.
Life can be complicated and confusing, we can sometimes feel stuck, stressed out, anxious, depressed or just exhausted with it all. Trying to find your path out, away from negative feelings and thoughts may seem like a monumental struggle. Would you like someone to help you find your way forward? would you like somebody to help you make sense of these thoughts and feelings? I can provide you with a safe space where we can explore these feelings together. My aim is to support clients to find positive methods of coping and gain understanding to enable them to move forward with their lives.
I was once ill and in a low place.
Hello and Welcome! I offer a warm and empathetic space where you can be heard and seen. We work together with whatever maybe troubling you, and go at your pace. Together we can discuss what you would like to gain from having counselling, you can voice your thoughts, worries and any problems. It could be overwhelming thoughts, a racing mind, panic attacks, anxiety, depression, bereavement and loss, abuse, trauma, or PTSD. We try and gain awareness of what is going on for you, look at ways to support you, and hopefully empower you on your way.
I was once ill and in a low place.
Hello and Welcome! I offer a warm and empathetic space where you can be heard and seen. We work together with whatever maybe troubling you, and go at your pace. Together we can discuss what you would like to gain from having counselling, you can voice your thoughts, worries and any problems. It could be overwhelming thoughts, a racing mind, panic attacks, anxiety, depression, bereavement and loss, abuse, trauma, or PTSD. We try and gain awareness of what is going on for you, look at ways to support you, and hopefully empower you on your way.
My lived experience helps me understand how facing our issues may be challenging; often taking courage, but I also know how incredibly rewarding it can be to feel free from whatever is troubling you.
There are often many reasons that bring people to counselling. Perhaps you would like to talk to someone about making changes in your life, or maybe you are feeling stuck, anxious, or depressed, and would like a little extra support to help you through a difficult time. Perhaps you are feeling lonely or disconnected from the people around you. Or maybe you can't quite put your finger on what is wrong, and would like somewhere to express yourself and make sense of your thoughts and feelings?
My lived experience helps me understand how facing our issues may be challenging; often taking courage, but I also know how incredibly rewarding it can be to feel free from whatever is troubling you.
There are often many reasons that bring people to counselling. Perhaps you would like to talk to someone about making changes in your life, or maybe you are feeling stuck, anxious, or depressed, and would like a little extra support to help you through a difficult time. Perhaps you are feeling lonely or disconnected from the people around you. Or maybe you can't quite put your finger on what is wrong, and would like somewhere to express yourself and make sense of your thoughts and feelings?
I believe the relationship we form is extremely important & my passion is to help you work through your difficulties allowing you to be who you want to be, accepting all my clients as unique individuals helps build the relationship required to make therapeutic changes happen, bringing happiness & contentment in your lives going forward.
Hey I'm Hannah, The core of my work is person-centred however working integrative when needed, I offer a safe, non-judgemental space for anyone struggling, whether that be with anxiety, depression, addiction or general worries & concerns. Feeling heard & understood can make a difference & ill support you, walk beside you, exploring your emotions & discovering where you want to be in your life.
I believe the relationship we form is extremely important & my passion is to help you work through your difficulties allowing you to be who you want to be, accepting all my clients as unique individuals helps build the relationship required to make therapeutic changes happen, bringing happiness & contentment in your lives going forward.
Hey I'm Hannah, The core of my work is person-centred however working integrative when needed, I offer a safe, non-judgemental space for anyone struggling, whether that be with anxiety, depression, addiction or general worries & concerns. Feeling heard & understood can make a difference & ill support you, walk beside you, exploring your emotions & discovering where you want to be in your life.
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As a person centred counsellor, the counselling sessions I offer are client-led, meaning that I value you throughout the counselling process and that we will work together on the things which you feel are most important.
We live in an extremely busy world where it can feel that no one has the time for us as individuals, sometime not even ourselves; but finding our voices and actually being heard can be very powerful and rewarding. Deciding that you might need or want to see a counsellor can feel like a big step, but even just the fact that you are looking for one is that first step on your journey.
As a person centred counsellor, the counselling sessions I offer are client-led, meaning that I value you throughout the counselling process and that we will work together on the things which you feel are most important.
We live in an extremely busy world where it can feel that no one has the time for us as individuals, sometime not even ourselves; but finding our voices and actually being heard can be very powerful and rewarding. Deciding that you might need or want to see a counsellor can feel like a big step, but even just the fact that you are looking for one is that first step on your journey.
I fully understand the difficulties you may be feeling balancing the challenges your life may be presenting you.
If you feel you want to change your life but aren't sure where to start, I can help. I've dedicated my life to helping others. As a counsellor I use my skills to help you improve your well-being and optimise your mental health. I will create an environment where you feel safe and encouraged to be the best version of yourself. So much so that I can also use my skills as a personal trainer to help you improve your physical health if you wish.
I fully understand the difficulties you may be feeling balancing the challenges your life may be presenting you.
If you feel you want to change your life but aren't sure where to start, I can help. I've dedicated my life to helping others. As a counsellor I use my skills to help you improve your well-being and optimise your mental health. I will create an environment where you feel safe and encouraged to be the best version of yourself. So much so that I can also use my skills as a personal trainer to help you improve your physical health if you wish.
I am also a fully qualified Animal Assisted Therapist and work alongside Charlie and Rex, 2 Animal Assisted Guinea Pigs.
Stepping into counselling and looking for a therapist when you are feeling at your most vulnerable can seem very daunting. You are possibly feeling very low and anxious and in need of a neutral and non-judgemental place to turn. I offer Person Centred Therapy - a Humanistic Approach that deals with the ways in which a person consciously perceives themselves. I am client-led, I do not offer you advice, but trust that the relationship we develop together will allow you to find what you need. I offer therapy to Adults, Young People and Children (5years plus) and can work creatively.
I am also a fully qualified Animal Assisted Therapist and work alongside Charlie and Rex, 2 Animal Assisted Guinea Pigs.
Stepping into counselling and looking for a therapist when you are feeling at your most vulnerable can seem very daunting. You are possibly feeling very low and anxious and in need of a neutral and non-judgemental place to turn. I offer Person Centred Therapy - a Humanistic Approach that deals with the ways in which a person consciously perceives themselves. I am client-led, I do not offer you advice, but trust that the relationship we develop together will allow you to find what you need. I offer therapy to Adults, Young People and Children (5years plus) and can work creatively.
I recognise that taking the first step towards therapy can be difficult, not least because it means having to invest in yourself, and if you're starting from a low place that can be a big ask.
Is life getting you down? Do you feel listened to and supported? Are you struggling to like yourself? Do you sometimes feel you may be acting against your own best interests? Do you wonder why, so much of the time, you feel unable to bring about lasting change in the ways you relate to other people, and to life generally? I believe that early life experiences are critical to the person we become. Some of those early experiences will work to our good, whilst others may be at the root of why we find ourselves struggling, often without realising it. Self-awareness is key.
I recognise that taking the first step towards therapy can be difficult, not least because it means having to invest in yourself, and if you're starting from a low place that can be a big ask.
Is life getting you down? Do you feel listened to and supported? Are you struggling to like yourself? Do you sometimes feel you may be acting against your own best interests? Do you wonder why, so much of the time, you feel unable to bring about lasting change in the ways you relate to other people, and to life generally? I believe that early life experiences are critical to the person we become. Some of those early experiences will work to our good, whilst others may be at the root of why we find ourselves struggling, often without realising it. Self-awareness is key.
I provide private and confidential one-to-one psychotherapy and counselling sessions either in-person or online.
Psychotherapy works. Psychotherapy offers you a unique opportunity to talk about what is holding you back from living your most fulfilling life. I can help you explore your thoughts, feelings and difficulties in complete privacy. I provide a safe space in which I will support you to transform your life, making positive changes to your mood, wellbeing and relationships. You may be seeking a solution to a particular problem. You may be hoping for relief from distressing thoughts, memories or symptoms. You may just want to talk to someone.
I provide private and confidential one-to-one psychotherapy and counselling sessions either in-person or online.
Psychotherapy works. Psychotherapy offers you a unique opportunity to talk about what is holding you back from living your most fulfilling life. I can help you explore your thoughts, feelings and difficulties in complete privacy. I provide a safe space in which I will support you to transform your life, making positive changes to your mood, wellbeing and relationships. You may be seeking a solution to a particular problem. You may be hoping for relief from distressing thoughts, memories or symptoms. You may just want to talk to someone.
As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I provide a flexible, compassionate approach which offers support, tailored specifically to the problems or difficulties you are facing and together we can identify a way of working together that is best for you.
Sometimes life can feel difficult and we may feel confused, lost or alone, even if we are surrounded by others. At times, we may struggle to cope, feeling low, anxious or overwhelmed. Being offered support to explore our difficulties and worries in a safe, confidential and empathic environment, free from judgement can help us feel less isolated and find our way again to a more hopeful and fulfilling way of being. I believe that the roots of our personal strengths often stem from difficulties we have experienced and that together, we can find what might be most helpful to you.
As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I provide a flexible, compassionate approach which offers support, tailored specifically to the problems or difficulties you are facing and together we can identify a way of working together that is best for you.
Sometimes life can feel difficult and we may feel confused, lost or alone, even if we are surrounded by others. At times, we may struggle to cope, feeling low, anxious or overwhelmed. Being offered support to explore our difficulties and worries in a safe, confidential and empathic environment, free from judgement can help us feel less isolated and find our way again to a more hopeful and fulfilling way of being. I believe that the roots of our personal strengths often stem from difficulties we have experienced and that together, we can find what might be most helpful to you.
Counselling can help you make sense of past experiences and significant life events.
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Counselling can help you make sense of past experiences and significant life events.
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Please email me or pickup the phone to find out more or book in.
At times, the everyday can feel like a struggle and therapy can help you cope with all the worries and feelings you may have. My professional private practice can offer you the opportunity of change, in a place where your story will be heard. Please contact me if you would like to talk, find out more, or book a session in-person or on-line . I am here to help you understand yourself better and make the positive changes you want in your life. Together, we will set goals tailored to meet your individual needs, schedule and budget.
Please email me or pickup the phone to find out more or book in.
At times, the everyday can feel like a struggle and therapy can help you cope with all the worries and feelings you may have. My professional private practice can offer you the opportunity of change, in a place where your story will be heard. Please contact me if you would like to talk, find out more, or book a session in-person or on-line . I am here to help you understand yourself better and make the positive changes you want in your life. Together, we will set goals tailored to meet your individual needs, schedule and budget.
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Depression Counsellors
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.