Parenting Counselling in Aldershot

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Diana Wood
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
Aldershot GU11
I also work with adults, offer parent work, & supervise therapists working in this field.
I initially qualified as a adult counsellor later gaining a Masters in working with Children, Young People & Families at the Tavistock & Portman NHS Trust. Throughout my career I have always been passionate about young people having spaces to meet with safe, empathetic, non-judgemental adults as they seek to understand & accept themselves more fully.
I also work with adults, offer parent work, & supervise therapists working in this field.
I initially qualified as a adult counsellor later gaining a Masters in working with Children, Young People & Families at the Tavistock & Portman NHS Trust. Throughout my career I have always been passionate about young people having spaces to meet with safe, empathetic, non-judgemental adults as they seek to understand & accept themselves more fully.
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Ria Crook
Counsellor, BACP
Aldershot GU11
Hello, if you have found your way here, you are probably already considering counselling. Finding the right person to trust with the things that matter most to you is the next step. I take that trust seriously and will meet you with kindness and empathy as you explore those aspects of life that can be difficult so that you can find a way forward. Please feel free to call for a no obligation talk about any concern or question or about what you hope to gain from counselling.
Hello, if you have found your way here, you are probably already considering counselling. Finding the right person to trust with the things that matter most to you is the next step. I take that trust seriously and will meet you with kindness and empathy as you explore those aspects of life that can be difficult so that you can find a way forward. Please feel free to call for a no obligation talk about any concern or question or about what you hope to gain from counselling.
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Sarah Rolfe
Counsellor, BACP
Aldershot GU12
Do you have lasting effects of experiencing a difficult childhood, maybe with absent or inconsistent parent/s?
We will work together to create and safe structure to enable me to understand what has brought you to counselling and how you would like your life to be.If you have had counselling before or been prescribed medication for mental health, I would like to know more about whether it has helped you or if you are looking for other options of how to help yourself.
Do you have lasting effects of experiencing a difficult childhood, maybe with absent or inconsistent parent/s?
We will work together to create and safe structure to enable me to understand what has brought you to counselling and how you would like your life to be.If you have had counselling before or been prescribed medication for mental health, I would like to know more about whether it has helped you or if you are looking for other options of how to help yourself.
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Jacqueline Kerr
Counsellor, MBACP
Aldershot GU11
Sometimes life can feel like it's unravelling-after a bereavement or an ending, when anxiety takes over or when a relationship leaves you feeling stuck, unseen, not heard, confused or alone. You may be struggling with grief, depression, stress or a sense of disconnection, unsure where to turn. Clients often come to me when they feel exhausted at trying to hold it all together - I can offer you a confidential space that is warm, compassionate, collaborative, honest and respectful, giving you time to 'breathe' and make sense of your World moving towards a future that feels more, positive, hopeful and meaningful.
Sometimes life can feel like it's unravelling-after a bereavement or an ending, when anxiety takes over or when a relationship leaves you feeling stuck, unseen, not heard, confused or alone. You may be struggling with grief, depression, stress or a sense of disconnection, unsure where to turn. Clients often come to me when they feel exhausted at trying to hold it all together - I can offer you a confidential space that is warm, compassionate, collaborative, honest and respectful, giving you time to 'breathe' and make sense of your World moving towards a future that feels more, positive, hopeful and meaningful.
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Rik Powell
Counsellor, BACP
Aldershot GU12
Therapy is a journey of getting to know yourself better; the positive parts, the challenging parts, and the parts you may want to let go. However, the journey can be lonely and we often find ourselves walking into the same dark alleyways time and time again. That’s where a strong therapeutic partnership can help us understand why we take the same routes, explore what other options we have, and what decisions we want to make next.
Therapy is a journey of getting to know yourself better; the positive parts, the challenging parts, and the parts you may want to let go. However, the journey can be lonely and we often find ourselves walking into the same dark alleyways time and time again. That’s where a strong therapeutic partnership can help us understand why we take the same routes, explore what other options we have, and what decisions we want to make next.
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Jackie Bisley
Psychotherapist, BACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I'm passionate about children, young people and adults' mental health and wellbeing. I believe being able to access Counselling and Psychotherapy quickly, in a safe, compassionate environment is key to supporting people with emotional difficulties, anxiety, depresssion, stress, addiction or trauma. I believe we all struggle at times and that counselling can benefit everyone regardless of their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation or beliefs. My goal is to help you achieve the long lasting emotional wellbeing you are looking for so that you can live the life you want.
I'm passionate about children, young people and adults' mental health and wellbeing. I believe being able to access Counselling and Psychotherapy quickly, in a safe, compassionate environment is key to supporting people with emotional difficulties, anxiety, depresssion, stress, addiction or trauma. I believe we all struggle at times and that counselling can benefit everyone regardless of their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation or beliefs. My goal is to help you achieve the long lasting emotional wellbeing you are looking for so that you can live the life you want.
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Pauline Ann Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am qualified at Level 6 trauma counselling, after qualifying at Level 4, I noticed that a lot of clients who came to me with anxiety; depression; low self esteem and a number of other issues, had one thing in common, they had experienced trauma in their life. This led me to want to learn more about trauma and its impact, and the safest way of working with those who have suffered trauma. My way of working is integrative and I follow the three phase model of working, beginning with safety and stabilisation to ensure you are ready to process your memories.
I am qualified at Level 6 trauma counselling, after qualifying at Level 4, I noticed that a lot of clients who came to me with anxiety; depression; low self esteem and a number of other issues, had one thing in common, they had experienced trauma in their life. This led me to want to learn more about trauma and its impact, and the safest way of working with those who have suffered trauma. My way of working is integrative and I follow the three phase model of working, beginning with safety and stabilisation to ensure you are ready to process your memories.
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Andrew Byrne
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I'm a qualified and experienced Integrative & Short-term dynamic psychotherapist and supervisor based in Farnborough. I work with a range of conditions, my specialist areas are emotional neglect, anxiety, depression, attachment, trauma, addictions, anger, bereavement, personality disorders, chronic pain & CFS/ME. I'm offering to face to face appointments in Farnborough. I am also continuing to provide online appointments.
I'm a qualified and experienced Integrative & Short-term dynamic psychotherapist and supervisor based in Farnborough. I work with a range of conditions, my specialist areas are emotional neglect, anxiety, depression, attachment, trauma, addictions, anger, bereavement, personality disorders, chronic pain & CFS/ME. I'm offering to face to face appointments in Farnborough. I am also continuing to provide online appointments.
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Julie Forder
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Hello and welcome to my profile. It can really take courage to recognise and admit there is something that needs 'dealing' with and then having the task of seeking out a counsellor. I understand that and as part of my counsellor training I had to go through a similar process, finding the right counsellor to complete my course. Who do you normally talk to? What depth do you go to when you talk? Sometimes we don't want to say what is really going on but with me you can. You can really talk to me and I want to be able help. I want to be the person you feel safe enough and trust to talk about whatever it is that concerns you.
Hello and welcome to my profile. It can really take courage to recognise and admit there is something that needs 'dealing' with and then having the task of seeking out a counsellor. I understand that and as part of my counsellor training I had to go through a similar process, finding the right counsellor to complete my course. Who do you normally talk to? What depth do you go to when you talk? Sometimes we don't want to say what is really going on but with me you can. You can really talk to me and I want to be able help. I want to be the person you feel safe enough and trust to talk about whatever it is that concerns you.
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Angela Robertson
Counsellor, ACC-AC
Serves Area
I am an experienced counsellor, supporting clients through specific and multiple, complex issues. I am trained in most areas and techniques, including: CBT, psychodynamic, mindfulness, attachment, creative, Imago. I am integrative in my approach to meet the needs of the individual client.​ I focus on the client's journey, building awareness and the tools to manage life's situations. The client sets the pace and decides the content, and we explore thoughts, feelings and experiences. The aim is to release understanding, acceptance, and a greater self awareness, discovering answers and choice in a way forward. ​
I am an experienced counsellor, supporting clients through specific and multiple, complex issues. I am trained in most areas and techniques, including: CBT, psychodynamic, mindfulness, attachment, creative, Imago. I am integrative in my approach to meet the needs of the individual client.​ I focus on the client's journey, building awareness and the tools to manage life's situations. The client sets the pace and decides the content, and we explore thoughts, feelings and experiences. The aim is to release understanding, acceptance, and a greater self awareness, discovering answers and choice in a way forward. ​
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Josiah at Off Beat Therapy
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I work with people from all walks of life, but most of my work is with trans clients, and I specialise in working with older trans adults on issues around identity, parenting, ageing and childhood trauma.
I offer a lived experience perspective when working with queer, trans and autistic clients. I have been in the client's chair, and I know the value of therapy that is genuinely culturally fluent. My work is often creative, visual and quirky - a bit 'off beat', reflecting my desire to approach things differently for my clients.
I work with people from all walks of life, but most of my work is with trans clients, and I specialise in working with older trans adults on issues around identity, parenting, ageing and childhood trauma.
I offer a lived experience perspective when working with queer, trans and autistic clients. I have been in the client's chair, and I know the value of therapy that is genuinely culturally fluent. My work is often creative, visual and quirky - a bit 'off beat', reflecting my desire to approach things differently for my clients.
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diana Margaret Thomas
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
My ideal client is able to reflect on their emotions and what's happened to them in their lives and relationships. They have the time and space to give to this. They have some motivation to change and can take some responsibility for the work we do together. We would work together to explore what they need and identify personal goals, this may change over the course of therapy.
My ideal client is able to reflect on their emotions and what's happened to them in their lives and relationships. They have the time and space to give to this. They have some motivation to change and can take some responsibility for the work we do together. We would work together to explore what they need and identify personal goals, this may change over the course of therapy.
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Dr Lucy Banks
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Waitlist for new clients
I specialise in child mental health, parenting and parent wellbeing.
I work integratively, which means that I draw upon multiple different models to develop an individualised approach which is most appropriate for you. I can work closely with schools and other professionals to ensure a consistent approach across settings for your child. I will work collaboratively with you to ensure that we are moving towards your goals.
I specialise in child mental health, parenting and parent wellbeing.
I work integratively, which means that I draw upon multiple different models to develop an individualised approach which is most appropriate for you. I can work closely with schools and other professionals to ensure a consistent approach across settings for your child. I will work collaboratively with you to ensure that we are moving towards your goals.
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Uxbridge Psychology
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
I offer a gentle, reflective environment for: Parents & Babies: Translating the unspoken language of early distress.
A Dedicated Space for Reflection Whether you are navigating the complexities of your own internal world or seeking to understand the developing mind of your child, therapy offers a rare, dedicated space for reflection. From the unspoken language of infancy to the recurring patterns of adult life, we work to uncover the deeper architecture of the self. In a world that often demands immediate answers, my practice provides a quiet room for reflection—a steady environment where the human experience can be explored without judgment or haste.
I offer a gentle, reflective environment for: Parents & Babies: Translating the unspoken language of early distress.
A Dedicated Space for Reflection Whether you are navigating the complexities of your own internal world or seeking to understand the developing mind of your child, therapy offers a rare, dedicated space for reflection. From the unspoken language of infancy to the recurring patterns of adult life, we work to uncover the deeper architecture of the self. In a world that often demands immediate answers, my practice provides a quiet room for reflection—a steady environment where the human experience can be explored without judgment or haste.
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Dr Madeleine Tebbet
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Farnham GU9
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience supporting women through life’s most significant transitions. I specialise in fertility challenges, pregnancy, birth, motherhood, hormonal mood disorders, and perimenopause. These stages can feel overwhelming, isolating, or unexpectedly difficult. I offer a warm, compassionate, evidence-based space to explore anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, identity changes, and relationship strain. My approach is collaborative and tailored to each woman’s needs, helping you build resilience, clarity, and emotional wellbeing. You don’t have to navigate this alone.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience supporting women through life’s most significant transitions. I specialise in fertility challenges, pregnancy, birth, motherhood, hormonal mood disorders, and perimenopause. These stages can feel overwhelming, isolating, or unexpectedly difficult. I offer a warm, compassionate, evidence-based space to explore anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, identity changes, and relationship strain. My approach is collaborative and tailored to each woman’s needs, helping you build resilience, clarity, and emotional wellbeing. You don’t have to navigate this alone.
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Natilie Cocker
Counsellor, MBACP
Alongside this, I support worried parents by empowering them to change the dynamics of their family in order to redress the balance and bring about harmony once again.
I use traditional methods of therapy such as counselling and play therapy as well cutting edge research based sound healing called the Safe and Sound Protocol alongside Energy Alignment which has proved invaluable in my own personal development.
Alongside this, I support worried parents by empowering them to change the dynamics of their family in order to redress the balance and bring about harmony once again.
I use traditional methods of therapy such as counselling and play therapy as well cutting edge research based sound healing called the Safe and Sound Protocol alongside Energy Alignment which has proved invaluable in my own personal development.
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Dr Kristina Todorova
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I am a clinical psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Psychological Society (BPS). I provide comprehensive psychological services to individuals and families, including assessment and therapy which enable clients to identify and work through mental health and relational difficulties. I am experienced in working with children and families, and am currently employed on a part-time basis within a Specialist Child and Adolescent Mental Health Team within the NHS.
I am a clinical psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Psychological Society (BPS). I provide comprehensive psychological services to individuals and families, including assessment and therapy which enable clients to identify and work through mental health and relational difficulties. I am experienced in working with children and families, and am currently employed on a part-time basis within a Specialist Child and Adolescent Mental Health Team within the NHS.
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Adele Braun
Psychotherapist, ACP
Online Only
I have an MPsychpsych (6-year postgraduate training) and I am registered with the Association of Child Psychotherapists (ACP), for work with children and young people up to the age of 25, as well as parents, carers and professionals.
I work in a warm, sensitive and thoughtful way to understand the individual experiences, difficulties and emotional resources of those I work with. I treat a broad range of emotional, behavioural and relational difficulties and focus on uncovering and understanding the thoughts and feelings underlying any difficulties or patterns in relationships.
I have an MPsychpsych (6-year postgraduate training) and I am registered with the Association of Child Psychotherapists (ACP), for work with children and young people up to the age of 25, as well as parents, carers and professionals.
I work in a warm, sensitive and thoughtful way to understand the individual experiences, difficulties and emotional resources of those I work with. I treat a broad range of emotional, behavioural and relational difficulties and focus on uncovering and understanding the thoughts and feelings underlying any difficulties or patterns in relationships.
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Dr Danielle Kerley
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Reigate RH2
I also support parents whose own early life experiences or emotional wellbeing may be impacting their parenting.
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, family/relationship difficulties, or complex feelings from your past, I’m here to offer a safe space where you can explore your needs, hopes and goals. I draw from a range of evidence-based therapies to suit your unique needs, including CBT, CFT, ACT, Systemic, attachment-informed/therapeutic parenting & NET.
I also support parents whose own early life experiences or emotional wellbeing may be impacting their parenting.
Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, family/relationship difficulties, or complex feelings from your past, I’m here to offer a safe space where you can explore your needs, hopes and goals. I draw from a range of evidence-based therapies to suit your unique needs, including CBT, CFT, ACT, Systemic, attachment-informed/therapeutic parenting & NET.
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Dr Helen Crispus Jones, Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Newbury RG14
I currently specialise in working with parents and parents-to-be.
I completed my Clinical Psychology doctorate at Oxford University in 2013. I have worked extensively in the NHS, including in senior clinical leadership. My clinical expertise includes perinatal and maternal mental health, child and adolescent mental health, family therapy, neurodivergence, trauma and children who are fostered/adopted. I am a parent myself.
I currently specialise in working with parents and parents-to-be.
I completed my Clinical Psychology doctorate at Oxford University in 2013. I have worked extensively in the NHS, including in senior clinical leadership. My clinical expertise includes perinatal and maternal mental health, child and adolescent mental health, family therapy, neurodivergence, trauma and children who are fostered/adopted. I am a parent myself.
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Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.