Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counselling in Alton

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Rachel Podger
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alton GU34
I offer a wealth of experience in the field of psychotherapy and mindfulness based on a foundation of over 20 years of working in the field of massage and lymphatic drainage.
Are you feeling lonely, isolated, anxious, depressed, sad or angry? Do you need to give yourself time and space to explore these feelings and find some clarity around these feelings and come to an understanding of yourself? To feel more accepting and fulfilled and to be more loving, kind and compassionate towards yourself and others.
I offer a wealth of experience in the field of psychotherapy and mindfulness based on a foundation of over 20 years of working in the field of massage and lymphatic drainage.
Are you feeling lonely, isolated, anxious, depressed, sad or angry? Do you need to give yourself time and space to explore these feelings and find some clarity around these feelings and come to an understanding of yourself? To feel more accepting and fulfilled and to be more loving, kind and compassionate towards yourself and others.
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Colin Chapman
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Alton GU34
I also lead weekly mindfulness meditation groups, providing an opportunity to practice classical mindfulness in a peaceful setting.
There may be occasions in our lives when we struggle to make sense of what is happening to us and the world we experience. I provide an opportunity to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences within a relationship that is free of the fears we may hold about disclosing to people we know. I offer a relationship of trust, honesty and openness that allows you to explore your story, thoughts, hopes and fears, in a safe, supportive, confidential place, free of external influences and judgement, providing an opportunity for personal insight and change.
I also lead weekly mindfulness meditation groups, providing an opportunity to practice classical mindfulness in a peaceful setting.
There may be occasions in our lives when we struggle to make sense of what is happening to us and the world we experience. I provide an opportunity to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences within a relationship that is free of the fears we may hold about disclosing to people we know. I offer a relationship of trust, honesty and openness that allows you to explore your story, thoughts, hopes and fears, in a safe, supportive, confidential place, free of external influences and judgement, providing an opportunity for personal insight and change.
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Candice Collins
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Alton GU34
Specific experience: Couples in Conflict: Affairs, Jealousy and Betrayal - Bereavement, Grief and Loss - Emotionally-focused Couple Therapy - Shame and Vulnerability - Asperger Syndrome/autism and Relationships - Lifting effects of Trauma - LGBTQ and Awareness - Monogamy and Non-monogamy - Anger Management and Relationships - Narrative Therapy - Mindfulness.
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.
Specific experience: Couples in Conflict: Affairs, Jealousy and Betrayal - Bereavement, Grief and Loss - Emotionally-focused Couple Therapy - Shame and Vulnerability - Asperger Syndrome/autism and Relationships - Lifting effects of Trauma - LGBTQ and Awareness - Monogamy and Non-monogamy - Anger Management and Relationships - Narrative Therapy - Mindfulness.
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.
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Louise Barker
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Alton GU34
Are you looking for a psychological therapist who provides a safe place for you or your child to be listened to and also equips you with lifelong knowledge and skills to take care of your emotional and mental health? I have 30 years experience working with adults, children and young people in a variety of NHS settings. This has included providing cognitive behavioural therapy for adults and young people overcoming addiction, providing specialist assessment and therapy programmes for children and families in an NHS CAMHS team and more recently providing psychological therapy for people with depression and anxiety problems.
Are you looking for a psychological therapist who provides a safe place for you or your child to be listened to and also equips you with lifelong knowledge and skills to take care of your emotional and mental health? I have 30 years experience working with adults, children and young people in a variety of NHS settings. This has included providing cognitive behavioural therapy for adults and young people overcoming addiction, providing specialist assessment and therapy programmes for children and families in an NHS CAMHS team and more recently providing psychological therapy for people with depression and anxiety problems.
07394 824978 View 07394 824978
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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.
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Elizabeth (Known As Jayne) Jayne Cookson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alton GU34
I have over 15 years of experience of counselling and psychotherapy working with people with a wide variety of issues, such as relationship issues, anxiety, stress, loss and depression. My aim is to help you achieve what you need to feel happier in your life feeling listened to and understood. Repeating old patterns and ways may lead us to feel unhappy with ourselves and our lives. I will help you work through things that may be keeping you stuck and find new ways to move forward, helping you to be more the way you want to be.
I have over 15 years of experience of counselling and psychotherapy working with people with a wide variety of issues, such as relationship issues, anxiety, stress, loss and depression. My aim is to help you achieve what you need to feel happier in your life feeling listened to and understood. Repeating old patterns and ways may lead us to feel unhappy with ourselves and our lives. I will help you work through things that may be keeping you stuck and find new ways to move forward, helping you to be more the way you want to be.
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Dave Davidson
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Alton GU34
Many people come to therapy needing support but not being sure how therapy can help. Life may have become difficult to cope with or feel unhappily limited. You may be seeking to understand why things are the way they are; you may be uncertain about what changes are needed, or your capacity to make them; perhaps you just need to talk to someone not directly involved in your situation. My approach is designed to meet all of these concerns, beginning with supportive listening, facilitating insight into your situation, and ultimately supporting you to grow and nurture your inner resources to meet the challenges you face.
Many people come to therapy needing support but not being sure how therapy can help. Life may have become difficult to cope with or feel unhappily limited. You may be seeking to understand why things are the way they are; you may be uncertain about what changes are needed, or your capacity to make them; perhaps you just need to talk to someone not directly involved in your situation. My approach is designed to meet all of these concerns, beginning with supportive listening, facilitating insight into your situation, and ultimately supporting you to grow and nurture your inner resources to meet the challenges you face.
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The Psychology Company
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Petersfield GU31
We are a small team of highly trained and experienced Chartered Psychologists providing a range of evidence based therapies including CBT, Mindfulness based approaches, Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, DBT informed therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy.
We work with people with a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, low self esteem, chronic health difficulties, eating disorders, emotional instability and self destructive coping patterns. In your initial consultation we will explore what brings you to therapy and make a plan for how we will work together. We offer evidenced based structured therapy to help you move forwards in your life. Most of is have doctorates in Clinical or Counselling Psychology and we have all undertaken many years of training and have a wealth of experience working in the NHS and the private sector.
We are a small team of highly trained and experienced Chartered Psychologists providing a range of evidence based therapies including CBT, Mindfulness based approaches, Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, DBT informed therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy.
We work with people with a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, low self esteem, chronic health difficulties, eating disorders, emotional instability and self destructive coping patterns. In your initial consultation we will explore what brings you to therapy and make a plan for how we will work together. We offer evidenced based structured therapy to help you move forwards in your life. Most of is have doctorates in Clinical or Counselling Psychology and we have all undertaken many years of training and have a wealth of experience working in the NHS and the private sector.
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Julie Dickson
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG21  (Online Only)
I offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and mindfulness based therapy such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Hello. We all have periods in our lives when we experience challenges that impact us emotionally. Past trauma, recent loss or life adjustment, interpersonal conflict, physical ill health or change in social circumstances, for example, can test our psychological coping. We can be left with difficult emotions that overwhelm us and impact on our functioning, sense of self and general outlook. You may be looking for a space for reflection, or wish to work towards specific behavioural goals. Whether your distress is based on the past, present or future, psychological therapy can offer you an opportunity for change and growth.
I offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and mindfulness based therapy such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Hello. We all have periods in our lives when we experience challenges that impact us emotionally. Past trauma, recent loss or life adjustment, interpersonal conflict, physical ill health or change in social circumstances, for example, can test our psychological coping. We can be left with difficult emotions that overwhelm us and impact on our functioning, sense of self and general outlook. You may be looking for a space for reflection, or wish to work towards specific behavioural goals. Whether your distress is based on the past, present or future, psychological therapy can offer you an opportunity for change and growth.
01329 558890 View 01329 558890
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Ruth Heatherley
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Petersfield GU31
These include traditional talking therapies such as psychodynamic and person centred approaches but also mindfulness and psycho-education.
If you are struggling with your relationships, feeling depressed, anxious or sad, or have difficult feelings about yourself and are finding it hard to enjoy life, I would like to help. Perhaps you keep repeating a pattern of behaviour that is difficult for you, or perhaps you just want to grow, change and develop. Experiencing difficulty is such a normal part of life. Counselling and psychotherapy can help you to process past experiences and gain a greater understanding of behaviours, thoughts and feelings in the present.
These include traditional talking therapies such as psychodynamic and person centred approaches but also mindfulness and psycho-education.
If you are struggling with your relationships, feeling depressed, anxious or sad, or have difficult feelings about yourself and are finding it hard to enjoy life, I would like to help. Perhaps you keep repeating a pattern of behaviour that is difficult for you, or perhaps you just want to grow, change and develop. Experiencing difficulty is such a normal part of life. Counselling and psychotherapy can help you to process past experiences and gain a greater understanding of behaviours, thoughts and feelings in the present.
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Jocelyn Corbin
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG21
Therapies I use in my practice include Person Centred, Transactional Analysis, CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Counselling, Psychodynamic, Mindfulness, Couples Counselling, Motivational Interviewing, Art Therapy and Sand Tray Therapy.
Welcome, my name is Jocelyn Corbin. I am an experienced and fully qualified Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist in Basingstoke. I provide counselling for couples and individuals and offer face-to-face, online (Video) and telephone counselling. I support couples and individuals with a wide range of issues or concerns. My aim as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist is to ensure you feel truly listened to, to provide you with a safe and confidential space so you can talk openly about your feelings without any judgement. I hope by working together we will be able to see a way through the difficult times you may be faced with.
Therapies I use in my practice include Person Centred, Transactional Analysis, CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Counselling, Psychodynamic, Mindfulness, Couples Counselling, Motivational Interviewing, Art Therapy and Sand Tray Therapy.
Welcome, my name is Jocelyn Corbin. I am an experienced and fully qualified Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist in Basingstoke. I provide counselling for couples and individuals and offer face-to-face, online (Video) and telephone counselling. I support couples and individuals with a wide range of issues or concerns. My aim as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist is to ensure you feel truly listened to, to provide you with a safe and confidential space so you can talk openly about your feelings without any judgement. I hope by working together we will be able to see a way through the difficult times you may be faced with.
01256 639463 View 01256 639463
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Dr Kirsty Deas
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG22
My practice is evidence-based and integrative; I predominantly draw upon Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
For more information, please see my website: https://concordiapsychologicalservices.co.uk/ As a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with nearly 20 years’ experience within mental health services, I am extremely passionate about the work I do. I am committed to enabling individuals to live a more fulfilling life, by helping them move in the direction of their values and goals. I qualified as a Clinical Psychologist from the University of Southampton in 2011. My Clinical Psychology training enables me to work flexibly, adapting a broad range of approaches to the needs of my clients.
My practice is evidence-based and integrative; I predominantly draw upon Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
For more information, please see my website: https://concordiapsychologicalservices.co.uk/ As a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with nearly 20 years’ experience within mental health services, I am extremely passionate about the work I do. I am committed to enabling individuals to live a more fulfilling life, by helping them move in the direction of their values and goals. I qualified as a Clinical Psychologist from the University of Southampton in 2011. My Clinical Psychology training enables me to work flexibly, adapting a broad range of approaches to the needs of my clients.
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Amanda Croft
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Liphook GU30
I use an integrative approach, along with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness, which focuses primarily on the relationship between client and therapist.
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.
I use an integrative approach, along with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness, which focuses primarily on the relationship between client and therapist.
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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Maria Fragkou
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farnham GU9
In addition to my core training in CBT, I draw on a variety of cognitive and behavioural approaches, such as DBT, compassion-focused therapy, schema-based cognitive therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and ACT.
I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, an EMDR Therapist, and a clinical supervisor. I offer CBT and EMDR, and I work collaboratively with my clients to identify how therapy can meet their needs and alleviate distress. I work with people with a variety of psychological difficulties, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, PTSD / C-PTSD, and loss. I work with people who experience distress in the perinatal period and I also offer parenting support. I also specialise in adapting CBT for Autism Spectrum Condition and ADHD. You can find more information about me on www.adapted-therapies.com
In addition to my core training in CBT, I draw on a variety of cognitive and behavioural approaches, such as DBT, compassion-focused therapy, schema-based cognitive therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and ACT.
I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, an EMDR Therapist, and a clinical supervisor. I offer CBT and EMDR, and I work collaboratively with my clients to identify how therapy can meet their needs and alleviate distress. I work with people with a variety of psychological difficulties, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, PTSD / C-PTSD, and loss. I work with people who experience distress in the perinatal period and I also offer parenting support. I also specialise in adapting CBT for Autism Spectrum Condition and ADHD. You can find more information about me on www.adapted-therapies.com
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Alice Liddell
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Petersfield GU31
For a more practical, goal-oriented skills-focused approach CBT and Mindfulness can be highly effective.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, overwhelming emotions or complex trauma, I am here help. Perhaps you've had low mood for a while and want to find enjoyment in life again. Maybe there have been chronic stressors and you've often anxious, tense and edge. Or there could be longstanding problems with self-esteem or relationships. Whether you've been feeling flat, low or overwhelmed for a few months or your whole life, I can help you reconnect with what's important to you and start living the life you want to.
For a more practical, goal-oriented skills-focused approach CBT and Mindfulness can be highly effective.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, overwhelming emotions or complex trauma, I am here help. Perhaps you've had low mood for a while and want to find enjoyment in life again. Maybe there have been chronic stressors and you've often anxious, tense and edge. Or there could be longstanding problems with self-esteem or relationships. Whether you've been feeling flat, low or overwhelmed for a few months or your whole life, I can help you reconnect with what's important to you and start living the life you want to.
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Louise O'Connell Bacp Accredited Emdr Trained
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Farnham GU9
I have additional post graduate training in CBT, Attachment Theory, Mindfulness, EMDR and energy psychotherapy which includes emotional freedom technique.
BACP Accredited Psychotherapist, EMDR, attachment-based, energy psychology. With over 15 years of broad clinical experience. I can help you process and recover from challenging and traumatic experiences, losses or endings, including relationships breakdown. Our sessions will help you to create strategies, manage feelings including anxiety panic, gain emotional regulation. Sessions can help you to understand yourself from an attachment theory point of view, helping you understand how you get your needs met, help you to grow in self-awareness, self-acceptance deepen compassion, and help you access joy and contentment in life.
I have additional post graduate training in CBT, Attachment Theory, Mindfulness, EMDR and energy psychotherapy which includes emotional freedom technique.
BACP Accredited Psychotherapist, EMDR, attachment-based, energy psychology. With over 15 years of broad clinical experience. I can help you process and recover from challenging and traumatic experiences, losses or endings, including relationships breakdown. Our sessions will help you to create strategies, manage feelings including anxiety panic, gain emotional regulation. Sessions can help you to understand yourself from an attachment theory point of view, helping you understand how you get your needs met, help you to grow in self-awareness, self-acceptance deepen compassion, and help you access joy and contentment in life.
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Dr Michelle Ruger
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Farnham GU9
I am trained to Doctoral level in a variety of therapeutic models such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) including mindfulness based models, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Person Centred Therapy and Gestalt.
I am a Chartered Psychologist (BPS) offering therapy to individuals, couples and groups. I have experience working with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, bereavement, addiction, eating disorders, relationship problems, stress, burnout, PTSD, postnatal depression, existential crisis and many more mental health issues which are detailed below. I am also a senior lecturer on the subject of contemporary psychotherapeutic practice and clinical research for a highly regarded clinical doctoral programme in London.
I am trained to Doctoral level in a variety of therapeutic models such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) including mindfulness based models, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Person Centred Therapy and Gestalt.
I am a Chartered Psychologist (BPS) offering therapy to individuals, couples and groups. I have experience working with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, bereavement, addiction, eating disorders, relationship problems, stress, burnout, PTSD, postnatal depression, existential crisis and many more mental health issues which are detailed below. I am also a senior lecturer on the subject of contemporary psychotherapeutic practice and clinical research for a highly regarded clinical doctoral programme in London.
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Sharon White
Psychologist, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Verified Verified
Liphook GU30
Hi I'm Sharon, a Registered Psychologist and Psychotherapist. I am experienced in helping people work through difficult times or challenging life experiences and to move forward from these. I have worked in the NHS, HMPPS and private practice, supporting people through difficulties such as trauma, anxiety disorder, stress, emotional difficulties, depression, loneliness, phobias, illness, bereavement, relationship difficulties and low self esteem. I am passionate about supporting people and working responsively to help understand and overcome difficulties toward a happy and fulfilling life
Hi I'm Sharon, a Registered Psychologist and Psychotherapist. I am experienced in helping people work through difficult times or challenging life experiences and to move forward from these. I have worked in the NHS, HMPPS and private practice, supporting people through difficulties such as trauma, anxiety disorder, stress, emotional difficulties, depression, loneliness, phobias, illness, bereavement, relationship difficulties and low self esteem. I am passionate about supporting people and working responsively to help understand and overcome difficulties toward a happy and fulfilling life
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TLC Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG21
I spent 15 years working as a Relate Counsellor, alongside this I have built up a successful Practice Practice working with couples, individuals, children and young people, supporting them in improving their emotional and mental well-being. I offer a bespoke ‘wrap-around’ approach setting activities between each session, which allows on-going personal growth and development. By supporting you to explore difficulties, my aim is to facilitate you to have a deeper awareness of your core triggers and understanding of your patterns of behaviours, leading to lasting change.
I spent 15 years working as a Relate Counsellor, alongside this I have built up a successful Practice Practice working with couples, individuals, children and young people, supporting them in improving their emotional and mental well-being. I offer a bespoke ‘wrap-around’ approach setting activities between each session, which allows on-going personal growth and development. By supporting you to explore difficulties, my aim is to facilitate you to have a deeper awareness of your core triggers and understanding of your patterns of behaviours, leading to lasting change.
01256 679807 View 01256 679807
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Sue Ivey Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Hook RG27
Are you feeling troubled, distressed or even confused by relationship difficulties, life transitions, crises, helplessness, grief, isolation, anxiety, depression or loss of direction? Talking to a professional counsellor in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment can enable you to understand yourself better, make your situation more manageable and lead to lasting behavioural change. As a BACP accredited counsellor with 23 years experience of counselling adults with various difficulties, I understand how important it is to find the right counsellor to help you. For this reason I offer a free one hour initial session.
Are you feeling troubled, distressed or even confused by relationship difficulties, life transitions, crises, helplessness, grief, isolation, anxiety, depression or loss of direction? Talking to a professional counsellor in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment can enable you to understand yourself better, make your situation more manageable and lead to lasting behavioural change. As a BACP accredited counsellor with 23 years experience of counselling adults with various difficulties, I understand how important it is to find the right counsellor to help you. For this reason I offer a free one hour initial session.
07723 458110 View 07723 458110

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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counsellors

How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.

When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?

If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behaviour through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?

This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.

Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.