Counselling in Alton
Inside Out Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Alton GU34
I believe that you cannot underestimate the power of truly being 'heard' & my role is to genuinely listen so that I can better empathise, support and accompany you on your journey. I have a particular passion for supporting the parents and carers of children/young people who have experienced trauma. 'Trauma Informed Principles' underpin my whole practice. My role is to provide a safe relationship. My hope is that you're able to develop greater self-awareness & acceptance, leading to positive changes in your behaviour, relationships, and overall well-being. "People start to heal the moment they feel heard."
I believe that you cannot underestimate the power of truly being 'heard' & my role is to genuinely listen so that I can better empathise, support and accompany you on your journey. I have a particular passion for supporting the parents and carers of children/young people who have experienced trauma. 'Trauma Informed Principles' underpin my whole practice. My role is to provide a safe relationship. My hope is that you're able to develop greater self-awareness & acceptance, leading to positive changes in your behaviour, relationships, and overall well-being. "People start to heal the moment they feel heard."
Lisa Maltby Counselling & Therapy
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Verified Verified
Alton GU34
I work in a very individually tailored way, I believe in the healing potential within each person and my focus is upon building a strong therapy relationship to facilitate support, awareness, insight and personal growth towards changes. I have over 17 years experience working with adolescents, parents and professionals . I work with a number of clients dealing with trauma, anxiety , depression and bereavement and loss . Other issues I work with include relationships, self-esteem, post-natal depression , transition and changes , divorce, separation . Adolescent and young adult issues include body image, eating disorders, depression.
I work in a very individually tailored way, I believe in the healing potential within each person and my focus is upon building a strong therapy relationship to facilitate support, awareness, insight and personal growth towards changes. I have over 17 years experience working with adolescents, parents and professionals . I work with a number of clients dealing with trauma, anxiety , depression and bereavement and loss . Other issues I work with include relationships, self-esteem, post-natal depression , transition and changes , divorce, separation . Adolescent and young adult issues include body image, eating disorders, depression.
Candice Collins
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Alton GU34
I specialise in working with couples and individuals, and regularly work with clients in areas including: communication, affairs and infidelity, blended families, bereavement (loss and grief), embedded trauma, depression and anxiety. In my practice, I endeavour to work with clients in an empathic, collaborative and non-judgemental way. My integrated approach uses systemic theory (including exploring your thought processes and present situation) and psychodynamic theory (historical exploration linking to unconscious thoughts and behaviour). I also apply aspects of emotionally-focused therapy (EFT); and trauma focused therapies.
I specialise in working with couples and individuals, and regularly work with clients in areas including: communication, affairs and infidelity, blended families, bereavement (loss and grief), embedded trauma, depression and anxiety. In my practice, I endeavour to work with clients in an empathic, collaborative and non-judgemental way. My integrated approach uses systemic theory (including exploring your thought processes and present situation) and psychodynamic theory (historical exploration linking to unconscious thoughts and behaviour). I also apply aspects of emotionally-focused therapy (EFT); and trauma focused therapies.
Lucy Clarke
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Alton GU34
There are many reasons why we may find ourselves considering accessing counselling support throughout our lives. You may have a clear sense of the support you are looking for and the difficulties you are facing. Alternatively, you may just feel in your gut that something is not right. Perhaps you are realising that having a better understanding of yourself, your relationships and the impact of your environment would help you live a more fulfilled life. I am experienced in working with a wide range of issues from anxiety, stress, trauma and grief to confusing thoughts, life transitions, depression and difficulties in relationships.
There are many reasons why we may find ourselves considering accessing counselling support throughout our lives. You may have a clear sense of the support you are looking for and the difficulties you are facing. Alternatively, you may just feel in your gut that something is not right. Perhaps you are realising that having a better understanding of yourself, your relationships and the impact of your environment would help you live a more fulfilled life. I am experienced in working with a wide range of issues from anxiety, stress, trauma and grief to confusing thoughts, life transitions, depression and difficulties in relationships.
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Eos counselling and psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Farnham GU9
Whether you're experiencing difficulties in your individual life, relationships, or family dynamics, I can offer a supportive and understanding environment.
Ever feel like you're going in circles with the same behaviors, thoughts, or relationship issues? If your usual coping mechanisms aren't bringing lasting change, psychotherapy can offer a fresh perspective. It's normal to have challenges. We all experience things we'd like to improve and sometimes those struggles become persistent. Therapy creates a safe space to explore these difficulties. By working together, we can unlock the information held within your experiences.
Whether you're experiencing difficulties in your individual life, relationships, or family dynamics, I can offer a supportive and understanding environment.
Ever feel like you're going in circles with the same behaviors, thoughts, or relationship issues? If your usual coping mechanisms aren't bringing lasting change, psychotherapy can offer a fresh perspective. It's normal to have challenges. We all experience things we'd like to improve and sometimes those struggles become persistent. Therapy creates a safe space to explore these difficulties. By working together, we can unlock the information held within your experiences.
Corrina Low
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Hook RG27
I’m an Integrative Therapist working online, across the UK, and in-person in Central Manchester. My specialisms are anxiety, self-esteem, low mood & relationships, in all their forms. Some of the issues I frequently support clients with include anxiety or other difficulties, within relationships with partners, friends, family members; people pleasing through fear of rejection or disagreement; work-related stress & anxiety; feelings of loneliness / isolation; feeling stuck; emotional regulation. These are all natural things to struggle with, but change is possible and therapy can help.
I’m an Integrative Therapist working online, across the UK, and in-person in Central Manchester. My specialisms are anxiety, self-esteem, low mood & relationships, in all their forms. Some of the issues I frequently support clients with include anxiety or other difficulties, within relationships with partners, friends, family members; people pleasing through fear of rejection or disagreement; work-related stress & anxiety; feelings of loneliness / isolation; feeling stuck; emotional regulation. These are all natural things to struggle with, but change is possible and therapy can help.
Kirsty Bunce
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farnham GU9
I have successfully worked with clients suffering from the following: Relationship issues, loss, PTSD, Historic abuse, Sexual abuse, Dysphoria, Domestic violence, Illness, Anxiety, Depression, Panic, Self-harm, Low self esteem, Work issues, Stress, Family issues, PND, Personal Development, Chronic illness, Sexual issues, Anger, Stress, Trauma, OCD.
Struggling with difficult thoughts and feelings can be horrible, but asking for help and embarking on change can be scary too. I can help you to discover a way forward from where you're feeling stuck, be the person who truly listens and understands your unique experience, and helps you to understand it. There may be lots of reasons why you're considering counselling - difficulties or worries in your emotional life, feeling distressed and needing help with a specific issue, struggling to come to terms with a traumatic event or loss, or seeking a clearer perspective on your life, I can help you to explore and move on with living.
I have successfully worked with clients suffering from the following: Relationship issues, loss, PTSD, Historic abuse, Sexual abuse, Dysphoria, Domestic violence, Illness, Anxiety, Depression, Panic, Self-harm, Low self esteem, Work issues, Stress, Family issues, PND, Personal Development, Chronic illness, Sexual issues, Anger, Stress, Trauma, OCD.
Struggling with difficult thoughts and feelings can be horrible, but asking for help and embarking on change can be scary too. I can help you to discover a way forward from where you're feeling stuck, be the person who truly listens and understands your unique experience, and helps you to understand it. There may be lots of reasons why you're considering counselling - difficulties or worries in your emotional life, feeling distressed and needing help with a specific issue, struggling to come to terms with a traumatic event or loss, or seeking a clearer perspective on your life, I can help you to explore and move on with living.
Lisa Jane Fairhead
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Farnham GU9
Hello. With over 15 years of training and experience working with couples and individuals as a Relational Psychotherapist/Counsellor, I understand how 'life' can impact the relationships with our intimate partners, family and work colleagues. We can often feel unprepared or deskilled to manage them. I offer you a warm, safe environment in which you can talk freely and where we can work together to explore the issues and concerns that you may bring. My aim is to help you to understand and manage these issues and to bring about realistic and lasting changes that are in your best interest.
Hello. With over 15 years of training and experience working with couples and individuals as a Relational Psychotherapist/Counsellor, I understand how 'life' can impact the relationships with our intimate partners, family and work colleagues. We can often feel unprepared or deskilled to manage them. I offer you a warm, safe environment in which you can talk freely and where we can work together to explore the issues and concerns that you may bring. My aim is to help you to understand and manage these issues and to bring about realistic and lasting changes that are in your best interest.
I C Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
My name is Ingrid Coombs. I am I C Counselling specialising in the field of trauma which, I believe is an event or events combined with all the feelings and emotions associated with it, which now negatively impact your life. Trauma affects people in many different ways. Only you will know how your experience is affecting you and whether or not you are struggling to cope as a result. I also work in the field of addiction, helping those already in recovery examine their journey which took them there. This can encompass past behaviours, relationships, adverse childhood experiences, leading to depression and anxiety and low self worth.
My name is Ingrid Coombs. I am I C Counselling specialising in the field of trauma which, I believe is an event or events combined with all the feelings and emotions associated with it, which now negatively impact your life. Trauma affects people in many different ways. Only you will know how your experience is affecting you and whether or not you are struggling to cope as a result. I also work in the field of addiction, helping those already in recovery examine their journey which took them there. This can encompass past behaviours, relationships, adverse childhood experiences, leading to depression and anxiety and low self worth.
Paula Marshall-Smith
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
I run a successful private practice in Petersfield in Hampshire. I work relationally and empathically with people from all walks of life, young people, mid-life, the elderly and couples. Clients come in with lots of different issues that can be very troubling. Depression can leave clients barely functioning, anxiety can leave a client cripplingly isolated. Couples are left in despair when their relationships break down. Young people are feeling desperate in a world that demands so much of them. The elderly can be full of fear at what tomorrow might have in store for them.
I run a successful private practice in Petersfield in Hampshire. I work relationally and empathically with people from all walks of life, young people, mid-life, the elderly and couples. Clients come in with lots of different issues that can be very troubling. Depression can leave clients barely functioning, anxiety can leave a client cripplingly isolated. Couples are left in despair when their relationships break down. Young people are feeling desperate in a world that demands so much of them. The elderly can be full of fear at what tomorrow might have in store for them.
U R OK Counselling - Sharon Beer
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Petersfield GU31
Is life feeling really difficult? Are you going through a hard patch? Are you struggling to understand and deal with your feelings? What ever your reasons for considering counselling I am here to provide safe space to explore the feelings and experiences that are stopping you living your best life. I am a warm, open-hearted, empathic and accepting qualified counsellor psychotherapist with experience of helping clients with a wide range of issues. Together, we can explore why you feel like you do and find a way forward into a place where life feels more comfortable.
Is life feeling really difficult? Are you going through a hard patch? Are you struggling to understand and deal with your feelings? What ever your reasons for considering counselling I am here to provide safe space to explore the feelings and experiences that are stopping you living your best life. I am a warm, open-hearted, empathic and accepting qualified counsellor psychotherapist with experience of helping clients with a wide range of issues. Together, we can explore why you feel like you do and find a way forward into a place where life feels more comfortable.
Rachel Temple
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU32
Welcome to Heartlands. If you are tired of coping and would like to achieve a feeling of joy Heartlands provides a safe space to explore and unravel what may be blocking this in your life. Anxiety and depression can be symptoms of old trauma that we store somatically. Insomnia and obsession can be a way of coping with difficult feelings. Learning to gain a sense of self can be a very important first step on a healing journey. I am interested in whole hearted wellness- begin to learn how to take care of yourself undoing attachment issues and relational problems. Address low energy and self esteem.
Welcome to Heartlands. If you are tired of coping and would like to achieve a feeling of joy Heartlands provides a safe space to explore and unravel what may be blocking this in your life. Anxiety and depression can be symptoms of old trauma that we store somatically. Insomnia and obsession can be a way of coping with difficult feelings. Learning to gain a sense of self can be a very important first step on a healing journey. I am interested in whole hearted wellness- begin to learn how to take care of yourself undoing attachment issues and relational problems. Address low energy and self esteem.
Sara Elizabeth Gallagher
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Woodmancott SO21 (Online Only)
I have been working as a therapist for 11 years and have a broad breadth of experience working with many presenting issue's. I take a warm, comfortable, welcoming and genuinely caring approach to my work. Asking for help can be very difficult and I recognise that. If you feel you have tried everything and nothing has changed then talking to a professional may help. You don't need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Therapy can be useful to increase awareness and provide understanding of why we do what we do.
I have been working as a therapist for 11 years and have a broad breadth of experience working with many presenting issue's. I take a warm, comfortable, welcoming and genuinely caring approach to my work. Asking for help can be very difficult and I recognise that. If you feel you have tried everything and nothing has changed then talking to a professional may help. You don't need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Therapy can be useful to increase awareness and provide understanding of why we do what we do.
Mary Elizabeth Barker
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG21
Experienced in providing safe and confidential counselling support for individuals, couples and families for a wide number of life challenging issues affecting home and / or work related problems. The problem might be a one off issue or trauma or a recurrent cycle that keeps returning. Loss, relationship, anxiety, trauma, parent/child issues. Workplace problems & relationships and career issues. Needing change in your life? Delighted to work with you.
Experienced in providing safe and confidential counselling support for individuals, couples and families for a wide number of life challenging issues affecting home and / or work related problems. The problem might be a one off issue or trauma or a recurrent cycle that keeps returning. Loss, relationship, anxiety, trauma, parent/child issues. Workplace problems & relationships and career issues. Needing change in your life? Delighted to work with you.
Josephine Jacobs
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Farnham GU10
Would you like to talk about what goes on in your life and in your head? Want to be sure that you will not be judged and that you feel safe whilst exploring your thoughts, feelings and behaviours? Maybe you are wondering which event or events in your life have most affected how you feel. There could be relationships, past, present, and future which play on your mind. Do you want healthier relationships? Do you wonder if the way you feel gets in the way of you getting what you want out of life or living the life you want? You may have feelings you do not understand or believe you have lost yourself and no longer know how you feel.
Would you like to talk about what goes on in your life and in your head? Want to be sure that you will not be judged and that you feel safe whilst exploring your thoughts, feelings and behaviours? Maybe you are wondering which event or events in your life have most affected how you feel. There could be relationships, past, present, and future which play on your mind. Do you want healthier relationships? Do you wonder if the way you feel gets in the way of you getting what you want out of life or living the life you want? You may have feelings you do not understand or believe you have lost yourself and no longer know how you feel.
Charlotte Cwajna
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Farnham GU9
Hello. I offer individual counselling, and couple counselling, face-to-face and online. I believe change comes from within and I will help you to work through and process the issues facing you. Are you are feeling confused, angry, worried, anxious, scared, lonely, depressed? Are you having difficulties in your relationships? Talking through what is troubling you, can bring a sense of relief. I provide a supportive, calm, and non judgemental space, where you will feel listened to and heard
Hello. I offer individual counselling, and couple counselling, face-to-face and online. I believe change comes from within and I will help you to work through and process the issues facing you. Are you are feeling confused, angry, worried, anxious, scared, lonely, depressed? Are you having difficulties in your relationships? Talking through what is troubling you, can bring a sense of relief. I provide a supportive, calm, and non judgemental space, where you will feel listened to and heard
Ruby Play Therapy
MA
Verified Verified
Hook RG27
Play and Creative Arts Therapy can effectively help process and create an understanding of difficult life experiences as well as develop relationship skills, such as trust, respect, empathy and healthy coping strategies through co-operation and sharing with others.
Play and Creative Arts Therapy can effectively help process and create an understanding of difficult life experiences as well as develop relationship skills, such as trust, respect, empathy and healthy coping strategies through co-operation and sharing with others.
Ugly Duckling Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
Farnham GU10
Hi, I am Varsha and I would like to introduce myself. The slogan is "Everyone can transform from the ugly duckling to the real swan they are meant to be". In these few words of this quote, I am introducing myself. like you, I am a person who has experienced life's up's and down's, has been in the depth of the well of sadness, confusion, wanting to let everything go ... I have screamed, hidden, while been in the dark, cold and surrounded by walls that are getting more narrow by the hour. Strangely something inside me woke up because someone heard me screaming "help", even when I was embarrassed asking for support.
Hi, I am Varsha and I would like to introduce myself. The slogan is "Everyone can transform from the ugly duckling to the real swan they are meant to be". In these few words of this quote, I am introducing myself. like you, I am a person who has experienced life's up's and down's, has been in the depth of the well of sadness, confusion, wanting to let everything go ... I have screamed, hidden, while been in the dark, cold and surrounded by walls that are getting more narrow by the hour. Strangely something inside me woke up because someone heard me screaming "help", even when I was embarrassed asking for support.
Penny Simmonite
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farnham GU9
You may be feeling life is just too much to manage right now, perhaps you've had a bereavement or loss, or maybe something from the past is impacting on how you are feeling. Asking for professional help can feel daunting, but once you've made that decision, it can bring relief and then finding the right person, who can hear your concerns and support you, is really important. I can offer a safe, confidential space and give you the time and space to explore what is going on for you, to help you gain awareness and insight into what's troubling you and help you reach your goals.
You may be feeling life is just too much to manage right now, perhaps you've had a bereavement or loss, or maybe something from the past is impacting on how you are feeling. Asking for professional help can feel daunting, but once you've made that decision, it can bring relief and then finding the right person, who can hear your concerns and support you, is really important. I can offer a safe, confidential space and give you the time and space to explore what is going on for you, to help you gain awareness and insight into what's troubling you and help you reach your goals.
Amanda Croft
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Liphook GU30
Welcome. Life can be tough. Sometimes we simply need to talk with someone who can listen without judgement; who does not 'give advice' but holds the space for personal reflection, growth and development. As a registered and accredited member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP), I am an independent, experienced and professional counsellor / psychotherapist, an approved Adoption counsellor and qualified in EMDR therapy. I work with young people and adults, including couples and families, across such issues as anxiety, bereavement, depression, relationships and trauma.
Welcome. Life can be tough. Sometimes we simply need to talk with someone who can listen without judgement; who does not 'give advice' but holds the space for personal reflection, growth and development. As a registered and accredited member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP), I am an independent, experienced and professional counsellor / psychotherapist, an approved Adoption counsellor and qualified in EMDR therapy. I work with young people and adults, including couples and families, across such issues as anxiety, bereavement, depression, relationships and trauma.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.