Parenting Counselling in Amersham

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Kane Fraser
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. There’s no pressure just a genuine, supportive presence to help you navigate life’s challenges. I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds, each with their own unique stories and challenges. I’ve worked with clients navigating grief and loss, relationship and family issues, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. I’ve also supported those facing behavioural concerns such as phobias, self-harm, and the deep emotional pain associated with past or present trauma, including PTSD.
I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. There’s no pressure just a genuine, supportive presence to help you navigate life’s challenges. I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds, each with their own unique stories and challenges. I’ve worked with clients navigating grief and loss, relationship and family issues, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. I’ve also supported those facing behavioural concerns such as phobias, self-harm, and the deep emotional pain associated with past or present trauma, including PTSD.
020 4572 5593 View 020 4572 5593
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Jennifer Morrison
Counsellor, MBACP
Hello, I’m Jen, an experienced in-person and online counsellor based in Amersham. I’m glad you’re here. If you’re feeling anxious, lost or stuck in life, I can help. I’ve helped people experiencing the effects of anxiety, depression, stress, low-self esteem, stress and trauma. I want to help you reconnect with yourself through a kind and curious approach. When we are connected with ourselves, we feel lighter and more open. We worry less and feel more confident. Anger doesn’t consume us. We feel closer and more connected with family and friends. Creativity, joy and freedom are possible.
Hello, I’m Jen, an experienced in-person and online counsellor based in Amersham. I’m glad you’re here. If you’re feeling anxious, lost or stuck in life, I can help. I’ve helped people experiencing the effects of anxiety, depression, stress, low-self esteem, stress and trauma. I want to help you reconnect with yourself through a kind and curious approach. When we are connected with ourselves, we feel lighter and more open. We worry less and feel more confident. Anger doesn’t consume us. We feel closer and more connected with family and friends. Creativity, joy and freedom are possible.
020 4634 2419 View 020 4634 2419
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Liz Stacpoole
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Hello, my name is Liz and I am an experienced BACP accredited counsellor working in Private Practice & also for the NHS. I am passionate about mental health and making a difference to my clients' lives. Whatever has brought you to counselling, my aim is to provide you with a welcoming, non judgemental and confidential space that allows you to gently explore your feelings and emotions that you may have found hard to share with others. I can support you or your child through these challenging times. I can help you to make sense of your feelings & emotions and empower you to make the changes you need to restore balance in your life.
Hello, my name is Liz and I am an experienced BACP accredited counsellor working in Private Practice & also for the NHS. I am passionate about mental health and making a difference to my clients' lives. Whatever has brought you to counselling, my aim is to provide you with a welcoming, non judgemental and confidential space that allows you to gently explore your feelings and emotions that you may have found hard to share with others. I can support you or your child through these challenging times. I can help you to make sense of your feelings & emotions and empower you to make the changes you need to restore balance in your life.
07449 776635 View 07449 776635
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Thea Bailey
Counsellor, MBACP
I offer support with issues including anxiety and low mood as well as providing specialised and specific support for major life experiences such as infertility, relationship breakdown, bereavement, redundancy, changes in life direction, couples counselling, family therapy, becoming a new parent, becoming a step- parent.
I work within a traditional counselling room setting as well as offering walk-and-talk therapy outside. This is a very helpful way of experiencing counselling and walks will suit all abilities including wheelchair users. I work independently as well as co-counselling when working with families. I also work with separated parents, focusing on co- parenting.
I offer support with issues including anxiety and low mood as well as providing specialised and specific support for major life experiences such as infertility, relationship breakdown, bereavement, redundancy, changes in life direction, couples counselling, family therapy, becoming a new parent, becoming a step- parent.
I work within a traditional counselling room setting as well as offering walk-and-talk therapy outside. This is a very helpful way of experiencing counselling and walks will suit all abilities including wheelchair users. I work independently as well as co-counselling when working with families. I also work with separated parents, focusing on co- parenting.
01442 800862 View 01442 800862
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Gemma Stevenson
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
I am an experienced counsellor with a passion for supporting individuals who have experienced trauma. During counselling I aim to create a peaceful, safe and compassionate space for you to explore your emotions and heal. Are you struggling with the effects of trauma in your daily life? Do you feel overwhelmed or find yourself in need of support during times of crisis? I’m here to walk alongside you, offering support as we work together to develop the tools you need to cope, build resilience, and connect with your safe people when you need them most.
I am an experienced counsellor with a passion for supporting individuals who have experienced trauma. During counselling I aim to create a peaceful, safe and compassionate space for you to explore your emotions and heal. Are you struggling with the effects of trauma in your daily life? Do you feel overwhelmed or find yourself in need of support during times of crisis? I’m here to walk alongside you, offering support as we work together to develop the tools you need to cope, build resilience, and connect with your safe people when you need them most.
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Liz Keenaghan-Clark
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Hello, i'm Liz. Do you feel anxious, low, or overwhelmed, unsure how to move forward? You don’t have to face it alone. I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and feel heard. I’m pragmatic and down-to-earth, and while sessions are led by you, I’ll gently support you in exploring what feels difficult and challenging so we can find a way through together. I work flexibly, drawing on different approaches to suit your needs. I have wide experience with a particular interest in anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma, grief, and life transitions.
Hello, i'm Liz. Do you feel anxious, low, or overwhelmed, unsure how to move forward? You don’t have to face it alone. I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and feel heard. I’m pragmatic and down-to-earth, and while sessions are led by you, I’ll gently support you in exploring what feels difficult and challenging so we can find a way through together. I work flexibly, drawing on different approaches to suit your needs. I have wide experience with a particular interest in anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma, grief, and life transitions.
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Anna Butcher
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Waitlist for new clients
I practise from a psychodynamic perspective which has its roots in psychoanalysis, the founding approach to talking therapy. This means I am interested in helping people to be curious about themselves, to understand why they might think, feel or behave in certain ways which are often unconscious, and to understand where these patterns might come from. This involves you and I building up a trusting relationship that would enable you to bring anything (thoughts feelings, fantasies), however unusual or nonsensical, you want to talk about with me.
I practise from a psychodynamic perspective which has its roots in psychoanalysis, the founding approach to talking therapy. This means I am interested in helping people to be curious about themselves, to understand why they might think, feel or behave in certain ways which are often unconscious, and to understand where these patterns might come from. This involves you and I building up a trusting relationship that would enable you to bring anything (thoughts feelings, fantasies), however unusual or nonsensical, you want to talk about with me.
07723 558679 View 07723 558679
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Jane Girling
Counsellor, BACP
Online Only
Hello, I'm Jane, Life can feel really difficult at times and choosing a counsellor or therapist can be a big step. I offer warmth, empathy and compassion whilst helping support you to manage whatever problems you might be facing. I am a qualified therapeutic counsellor (MBACP) based in Buckinghamshire. I offer counselling to young people and adults in a safe, confidential space to explore your thoughts and feelings.
Hello, I'm Jane, Life can feel really difficult at times and choosing a counsellor or therapist can be a big step. I offer warmth, empathy and compassion whilst helping support you to manage whatever problems you might be facing. I am a qualified therapeutic counsellor (MBACP) based in Buckinghamshire. I offer counselling to young people and adults in a safe, confidential space to explore your thoughts and feelings.
01494 341421 View 01494 341421
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Lotus Therapy
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Hello and welcome, I'm Sophie. I work with adults and young people experiencing anxiety, trauma, and the challenges of neurodivergence. If you feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or worn down from coping alone, therapy can offer a supportive place to slow things down and feel understood. Reaching out for counselling can feel daunting, especially if you’ve been carrying things on your own for a long time. If you’re feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that are hard to make sense of, you don’t have to face it alone.
Hello and welcome, I'm Sophie. I work with adults and young people experiencing anxiety, trauma, and the challenges of neurodivergence. If you feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or worn down from coping alone, therapy can offer a supportive place to slow things down and feel understood. Reaching out for counselling can feel daunting, especially if you’ve been carrying things on your own for a long time. If you’re feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or stuck in patterns that are hard to make sense of, you don’t have to face it alone.
01494 326392 View 01494 326392
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Lisa Mackenzie
Counsellor, MBACP
There can be times in our life when our thoughts, feelings or behaviour may feel overwhelming or distressing. You may be struggling with difficult emotions about yourself, your relationships, or how you experience the world. I offer a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space where we can explore what has brought you to counselling and how we can work together towards meaningful change. I am committed to providing a welcoming and affirming space for people from diverse backgrounds and identities and I am mindful how diversity and difference can have an impact on our lived experiences.
There can be times in our life when our thoughts, feelings or behaviour may feel overwhelming or distressing. You may be struggling with difficult emotions about yourself, your relationships, or how you experience the world. I offer a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space where we can explore what has brought you to counselling and how we can work together towards meaningful change. I am committed to providing a welcoming and affirming space for people from diverse backgrounds and identities and I am mindful how diversity and difference can have an impact on our lived experiences.
01494 302257 View 01494 302257
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Henrique Correia
Psychotherapist, BPC
I am a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and a Doctor of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy candidate at the University of Exeter. With over 25 years of clinical experience in the NHS (CAMHS) and private practice, I offer a sophisticated, relational approach to healing. My work is grounded in the belief that our present struggles—be they anxiety or relationship patterns—are often shaped by unconscious scripts. By decoding these deeper patterns, I help you find a sense of agency and lasting change. While my background includes social work and art therapy, my focus remains on the transformative power of the psychoanalytic relationship.
I am a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and a Doctor of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy candidate at the University of Exeter. With over 25 years of clinical experience in the NHS (CAMHS) and private practice, I offer a sophisticated, relational approach to healing. My work is grounded in the belief that our present struggles—be they anxiety or relationship patterns—are often shaped by unconscious scripts. By decoding these deeper patterns, I help you find a sense of agency and lasting change. While my background includes social work and art therapy, my focus remains on the transformative power of the psychoanalytic relationship.
07401 343412 View 07401 343412
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Ana Maria Harbottle
Counsellor, MBACP
I am a BACP-registered Person-Centred Pluralistic Counsellor, fluent in English and Spanish. Having lived in different countries and experienced diverse ways of being, I understand how life’s transitions, expectations, and past experiences can shape the way we see ourselves and relate to others. At the heart of my work is deep respect for each individual's unique journey.
I am a BACP-registered Person-Centred Pluralistic Counsellor, fluent in English and Spanish. Having lived in different countries and experienced diverse ways of being, I understand how life’s transitions, expectations, and past experiences can shape the way we see ourselves and relate to others. At the heart of my work is deep respect for each individual's unique journey.
01494 302631 View 01494 302631
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Taline Al-Jawad
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Online Only
Hello, with over 11 years of working as a cognitive behavioural psychotherapist I am able to offer specialist treatment to children, adolescents and adults who may be struggling with their day to day activities as a result of feeling low, anxious or stressed. Relationships, family dynamics, work, school, education, intrusive thoughts, worries, life events, fears are just a few of the things that may lead us to feel this way and that I can help you with. Together we will establish what it is that you would like from therapy and how I can help you reach your goal.
Hello, with over 11 years of working as a cognitive behavioural psychotherapist I am able to offer specialist treatment to children, adolescents and adults who may be struggling with their day to day activities as a result of feeling low, anxious or stressed. Relationships, family dynamics, work, school, education, intrusive thoughts, worries, life events, fears are just a few of the things that may lead us to feel this way and that I can help you with. Together we will establish what it is that you would like from therapy and how I can help you reach your goal.
01494 977322 View 01494 977322
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Couples Counselling and Relationship Repair
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I am a relationship issues specialist.. working practically and effectively with couples and individuals, experiencing relationship difficulties of any description. I provide a forum for you to explore and address all aspects of your relationship...with a view to making beneficial changes..and creating a template which is uniquely customised to your needs..One of the main areas of difficulty in relationships is communication. I have some very useful strategies to help you communicate more effectively with your partner, openly and honestly, minimising stress and arguing. Remember, all relationships provide opportunities for growth..
I am a relationship issues specialist.. working practically and effectively with couples and individuals, experiencing relationship difficulties of any description. I provide a forum for you to explore and address all aspects of your relationship...with a view to making beneficial changes..and creating a template which is uniquely customised to your needs..One of the main areas of difficulty in relationships is communication. I have some very useful strategies to help you communicate more effectively with your partner, openly and honestly, minimising stress and arguing. Remember, all relationships provide opportunities for growth..
07453 028563 View 07453 028563
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Patricia O'Connor
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Life can be tough, sometimes, and overwhelming emotions can feel like too much to handle alone. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or other life challenges, I'm here to offer a safe and supportive space. My confidential, non-judgmental therapy can help you work through your feelings and find practical solutions. I believe in a personalised approach, tailored to your unique needs. Together, we can explore your experiences and create a plan to find your own answers and your way forward.
Life can be tough, sometimes, and overwhelming emotions can feel like too much to handle alone. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or other life challenges, I'm here to offer a safe and supportive space. My confidential, non-judgmental therapy can help you work through your feelings and find practical solutions. I believe in a personalised approach, tailored to your unique needs. Together, we can explore your experiences and create a plan to find your own answers and your way forward.
01923 695026 View 01923 695026
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Joscelyn Raven
Psychotherapist, BPC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
At times, our experiences and emotions can feel overwhelming. This can impact us physically, emotionally as well as psychologically. Over time, this can have consequences for our day to day lives, relationships and work. Psychodynamic psychotherapy can provide an important, safe, confidential space to gain insight of our ourselves, our experiences and our difficulties. This can involve receiving help to identify, and work through, the underlying events, relationships, beliefs and fears which may be causing destructive patterns as well as feelings of being stuck, frustrated, lost and empty.
At times, our experiences and emotions can feel overwhelming. This can impact us physically, emotionally as well as psychologically. Over time, this can have consequences for our day to day lives, relationships and work. Psychodynamic psychotherapy can provide an important, safe, confidential space to gain insight of our ourselves, our experiences and our difficulties. This can involve receiving help to identify, and work through, the underlying events, relationships, beliefs and fears which may be causing destructive patterns as well as feelings of being stuck, frustrated, lost and empty.
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Jo de Louvois
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Sometimes life can present difficult challenges. When that happens it's easy to feel confused, lonely, stuck and perhaps even judged. I can help you by providing a space for realisation, processing trauma and finding greater inner peace and freedom to live the life you wish for. I believe that the most important relationship we have is with ourselves. Having self compassion and being at peace with one’s self can be difficult to practice. I want to bring you hope and support you in becoming your own best friend.
Sometimes life can present difficult challenges. When that happens it's easy to feel confused, lonely, stuck and perhaps even judged. I can help you by providing a space for realisation, processing trauma and finding greater inner peace and freedom to live the life you wish for. I believe that the most important relationship we have is with ourselves. Having self compassion and being at peace with one’s self can be difficult to practice. I want to bring you hope and support you in becoming your own best friend.
01494 326017 View 01494 326017
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Dr Naomi Cadwgan-Evans
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Hello, I'm Naomi, an experienced HCPC-registered psychologist. Since completing my doctorate in 2014, I have worked in NHS services, private practice and educational settings. I help people with difficulties including: anxiety, stress, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, depression, sleep difficulties, overwhelm, to feel better and more able to cope.
Hello, I'm Naomi, an experienced HCPC-registered psychologist. Since completing my doctorate in 2014, I have worked in NHS services, private practice and educational settings. I help people with difficulties including: anxiety, stress, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, depression, sleep difficulties, overwhelm, to feel better and more able to cope.
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Sayra | CAYH: Psychological Services
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Serves Area
Many of the people I work with are high‑functioning adults navigating stress, anxiety, trauma or identity pressures. They often feel overwhelmed, pulled between responsibilities and their own needs, or caught in patterns shaped by family, culture or past experiences. They’re thoughtful, resilient and aware that something deeper needs attention. Therapy supports them to feel more grounded, break old cycles, improve relationships and reconnect with a clearer sense of self.
Many of the people I work with are high‑functioning adults navigating stress, anxiety, trauma or identity pressures. They often feel overwhelmed, pulled between responsibilities and their own needs, or caught in patterns shaped by family, culture or past experiences. They’re thoughtful, resilient and aware that something deeper needs attention. Therapy supports them to feel more grounded, break old cycles, improve relationships and reconnect with a clearer sense of self.
01491 521291 View 01491 521291
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Paule Bhatowa
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Life is a journey of highs and lows. Are you going through a particularly difficult time in your life? Do you feel isolated? Not sure where to turn? Perhaps you feel anxious, depressed, or out of control? Or maybe you simply long to be heard, supported, and truly seen. I offer a safe, confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. We can work through what is going on for you and find a way to move forward together, exploring strategies and tools along the way that can help you make that shift you are seeking. I believe in ‘stronger together.’ Together, we can get through many things.
Life is a journey of highs and lows. Are you going through a particularly difficult time in your life? Do you feel isolated? Not sure where to turn? Perhaps you feel anxious, depressed, or out of control? Or maybe you simply long to be heard, supported, and truly seen. I offer a safe, confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. We can work through what is going on for you and find a way to move forward together, exploring strategies and tools along the way that can help you make that shift you are seeking. I believe in ‘stronger together.’ Together, we can get through many things.
01923 961390 View 01923 961390
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.