Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Ascot
Hi, Im Amy, and I offer specialist psychological therapy for adults and teenagers experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship difficulties.
Hi, Im Amy, and I offer specialist psychological therapy for adults and teenagers experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship difficulties.
Valuing the importance of a therapeutic relationship, I base my relationships with clients on trust and partnership. Drawing on extensive experience I aim to provide a safe and non- judgmental environment where you the client feels acknowledged, listened to and supported. As we are all unique no one type of therapy 'fits' all and I therefore integrate the therapeutic models in which I have been trained to meet your particular individual needs.
Valuing the importance of a therapeutic relationship, I base my relationships with clients on trust and partnership. Drawing on extensive experience I aim to provide a safe and non- judgmental environment where you the client feels acknowledged, listened to and supported. As we are all unique no one type of therapy 'fits' all and I therefore integrate the therapeutic models in which I have been trained to meet your particular individual needs.
Dr Anna Norris - Clinical Psychologist; HCPC; Bps
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If you're here, chances are something isn't feeling quite right. You might be exploring ADHD, finding anxiety overwhelming, recovering from trauma, struggling with low mood, or facing challenges that are difficult to put into words. We work with late teens (16-18) and adults across a wide range of psychological difficulties, helping you understand what's going on, find practical ways forward and make changes that improve everyday life.
If you're here, chances are something isn't feeling quite right. You might be exploring ADHD, finding anxiety overwhelming, recovering from trauma, struggling with low mood, or facing challenges that are difficult to put into words. We work with late teens (16-18) and adults across a wide range of psychological difficulties, helping you understand what's going on, find practical ways forward and make changes that improve everyday life.
As we begin to emerge from this challenging time, many relationships will be feeling the strain. Couple or individual counselling, either face to face or online can make such a difference, as we explore concerns and find effective ways forward.
As we begin to emerge from this challenging time, many relationships will be feeling the strain. Couple or individual counselling, either face to face or online can make such a difference, as we explore concerns and find effective ways forward.
Take an integrative approach, drawing on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT),Compassion Focused Therapy-Compassionate Mind Training.
I am a HCPC Registered Chartered Psychologist and an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society (BPS). I have a breadth and depth of experience in the principles of Psychology spanning 30 plus years. I treat a wide range of psychological difficulties including long term conditions. I aim to make the therapeutic arena a safe and comfortable space so that you feel able to share difficult and challenging issues. My goal is to empower you with skills and techniques enabling you to move forward in life, and to maintain progress after therapy is completed.
Take an integrative approach, drawing on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT),Compassion Focused Therapy-Compassionate Mind Training.
I am a HCPC Registered Chartered Psychologist and an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society (BPS). I have a breadth and depth of experience in the principles of Psychology spanning 30 plus years. I treat a wide range of psychological difficulties including long term conditions. I aim to make the therapeutic arena a safe and comfortable space so that you feel able to share difficult and challenging issues. My goal is to empower you with skills and techniques enabling you to move forward in life, and to maintain progress after therapy is completed.
I work with a variety of issues within my sessions and am happy to work with whatever needs you bring as the client. I work as a Pluralist Counselling which means I am well versed in Psychodynamic therapy (looking at and working through your childhood), CBT (changing behaviours and a more practical approach) and person-centred (working in the here and now, putting the clients' needs first). I will work in collaboration with you, and making sure that you feel you are getting the most out of your therapy session, checking in with what you feel is working and what you would like to change whilst offering an empathetic safe space.
I work with a variety of issues within my sessions and am happy to work with whatever needs you bring as the client. I work as a Pluralist Counselling which means I am well versed in Psychodynamic therapy (looking at and working through your childhood), CBT (changing behaviours and a more practical approach) and person-centred (working in the here and now, putting the clients' needs first). I will work in collaboration with you, and making sure that you feel you are getting the most out of your therapy session, checking in with what you feel is working and what you would like to change whilst offering an empathetic safe space.
Using CBT and ACT, I focus on practical, structured work that leads to real change in daily life, often within a few focused sessions.
Knowing what to do and being able to do it are often two very different things. You may already know you should cut back on drinking, stop overthinking, let go of obsessive thoughts, sleep more consistently, or handle conflict differently, yet you keep finding yourself back in the same place. My work focuses on understanding why some behaviours and thoughts persist and helping you change them using practical, research-backed approaches. Alongside my private practice, I work at a Swiss inpatient rehabilitation clinic treating addictions and mental health conditions (OCD, panic attacks, ADHD).
Using CBT and ACT, I focus on practical, structured work that leads to real change in daily life, often within a few focused sessions.
Knowing what to do and being able to do it are often two very different things. You may already know you should cut back on drinking, stop overthinking, let go of obsessive thoughts, sleep more consistently, or handle conflict differently, yet you keep finding yourself back in the same place. My work focuses on understanding why some behaviours and thoughts persist and helping you change them using practical, research-backed approaches. Alongside my private practice, I work at a Swiss inpatient rehabilitation clinic treating addictions and mental health conditions (OCD, panic attacks, ADHD).
With over 18 years of experience in mental health, I am a BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner and Clinical Supervisor. I have worked extensively across NHS - IAPT services and Private Mental Health settings, providing evidence-based CBT to adults, children and adolescents. My work is compassionate, professional and firmly grounded in NICE guidelines, offering structured and effective CBT therapy tailored to individual needs. I work with clients to build practical coping strategies, enhance resilience and create sustainable improvements in their daily wellbeing.
With over 18 years of experience in mental health, I am a BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner and Clinical Supervisor. I have worked extensively across NHS - IAPT services and Private Mental Health settings, providing evidence-based CBT to adults, children and adolescents. My work is compassionate, professional and firmly grounded in NICE guidelines, offering structured and effective CBT therapy tailored to individual needs. I work with clients to build practical coping strategies, enhance resilience and create sustainable improvements in their daily wellbeing.
Hello, I am Dr Kavita Deepak-Knights. I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist. I work with adults over the age of 18, specialising in several therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and EMDR. I am trained to assess and diagnose ADHD (adults) and Autism (ADOS, ADI-R). I work with wide-ranging adult and older adult mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, addictions, low self-esteem, personality disorders, adjustment issues, grief, loss and bereavement, relationship difficulties, childhood trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder and stress and burnout - just to name a few
Hello, I am Dr Kavita Deepak-Knights. I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist. I work with adults over the age of 18, specialising in several therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and EMDR. I am trained to assess and diagnose ADHD (adults) and Autism (ADOS, ADI-R). I work with wide-ranging adult and older adult mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, addictions, low self-esteem, personality disorders, adjustment issues, grief, loss and bereavement, relationship difficulties, childhood trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder and stress and burnout - just to name a few
I have been trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Compassion-focussed therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and I use these models to help you understand and overcome difficult experiences.
My name is Dr Ashley Goff and I'm a Chartered Psychologist in private practice in Windsor. I'm an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society and a Chartered Scientist registered with the Science Council. I have over 15 years of experience as a Psychologist within the NHS and I also work as a sessional lecturer in Psychology at the University of Oxford and University of London. I’m a warm and empathic therapist who strives to create a trusting and genuinely caring relationship with clients. I draw on NICE guidance to inform my therapy, but also work collaboratively to find an approach tailored to individual needs.
I have been trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Compassion-focussed therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and I use these models to help you understand and overcome difficult experiences.
My name is Dr Ashley Goff and I'm a Chartered Psychologist in private practice in Windsor. I'm an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society and a Chartered Scientist registered with the Science Council. I have over 15 years of experience as a Psychologist within the NHS and I also work as a sessional lecturer in Psychology at the University of Oxford and University of London. I’m a warm and empathic therapist who strives to create a trusting and genuinely caring relationship with clients. I draw on NICE guidance to inform my therapy, but also work collaboratively to find an approach tailored to individual needs.
This includes third wave approaches such as acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT) and compassion focused therapy (CFT).
As a BABCP accredited CBT therapist with over 12 years experience working in mental health settings including community-based services, mental health charities, talking therapies, primary care, and CAMHS, I am here to work with you on your journey towards positive change.
On a personal level, I have lived experience of mental health struggles and in particular have specialist experience and interest in the areas of sports performance, pregnancy/ postpartum, eating disorders and relationships.
This includes third wave approaches such as acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT) and compassion focused therapy (CFT).
As a BABCP accredited CBT therapist with over 12 years experience working in mental health settings including community-based services, mental health charities, talking therapies, primary care, and CAMHS, I am here to work with you on your journey towards positive change.
On a personal level, I have lived experience of mental health struggles and in particular have specialist experience and interest in the areas of sports performance, pregnancy/ postpartum, eating disorders and relationships.
I am one of a small number of practitioners in the UK who is dually qualified as a chartered psychologist and a clinical sexologist/sex therapist. My clients may seek help for a specific sexual difficulty such as desire or arousal concerns; or may experience broader distress such as anxiety, low self esteem or perfectionism which also manifests in their sexual and relational world. My specialist interest in sexual difficulties emerged naturally from my interdisciplinary background of psychology and physiology.
I am one of a small number of practitioners in the UK who is dually qualified as a chartered psychologist and a clinical sexologist/sex therapist. My clients may seek help for a specific sexual difficulty such as desire or arousal concerns; or may experience broader distress such as anxiety, low self esteem or perfectionism which also manifests in their sexual and relational world. My specialist interest in sexual difficulties emerged naturally from my interdisciplinary background of psychology and physiology.
My Clients over the last 18 years have ranged from having simple symptoms ( i.e. sleep disturbances, anxiety about interviews or social anxiety ) to severe symptoms (i.e. severe depression, insomnia, PTSD, OCD, Borderline Personality or sexual abuse). My clients are looking for tools that will help them reduce or eliminate those symptoms but they are also wanting to develop long term functional habits that will help them lead a healthier life. Most of my clients are highly functional but they are struggling with emotional issues in their relationships with childhood abuse, addictions, fears, self-esteem and others.
My Clients over the last 18 years have ranged from having simple symptoms ( i.e. sleep disturbances, anxiety about interviews or social anxiety ) to severe symptoms (i.e. severe depression, insomnia, PTSD, OCD, Borderline Personality or sexual abuse). My clients are looking for tools that will help them reduce or eliminate those symptoms but they are also wanting to develop long term functional habits that will help them lead a healthier life. Most of my clients are highly functional but they are struggling with emotional issues in their relationships with childhood abuse, addictions, fears, self-esteem and others.
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I am a counselling psychologist working integratively using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness.
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My experience includes working with addictions, anger, anxiety, appearance issues, bereavement, bipolar, depression, other mood disorders, obsessions and compulsions, personality issues, self-harm, stress and trauma.
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Welcome. Maybe you've found yourself here because life is feeling hard at the moment? Perhaps your health, work and relationships are being negatively impacted? Or perhaps, there's nothing particularly 'wrong' with how things are going for you, yet you feel uninspired and are looking to expand within yourself and your life. Whatever your circumstances, I'm happy to support you on your therapy journey. As an Integrative therapist based in Reading, I offer online therapy sessions across the UK and internationally working with clients to overcome issues which limit them, help them find resolution, and live life with renewed confidence.
As an Integrative psychotherapist and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I draw from evidence based modalities including; Person-Centred Therapy, ACT, Somatic Practice, IFS, Cognitive Analytical Therapy, so that we can tailor your therapy to you and your needs.
Welcome. Maybe you've found yourself here because life is feeling hard at the moment? Perhaps your health, work and relationships are being negatively impacted? Or perhaps, there's nothing particularly 'wrong' with how things are going for you, yet you feel uninspired and are looking to expand within yourself and your life. Whatever your circumstances, I'm happy to support you on your therapy journey. As an Integrative therapist based in Reading, I offer online therapy sessions across the UK and internationally working with clients to overcome issues which limit them, help them find resolution, and live life with renewed confidence.
I use evidence-based approaches, including CBT, ACT and CFT, and can provide neurorehabilitation strategies to support independence.
Are you struggling with everyday life? Do you sometimes feel it is all you can do to keep your head above the water? Has it been made more complicated by a long-term health condition such as a brain injury, heart event or chronic pain? Do you feel the labels anxiety, depression, ADHD don’t really do justice to how you feel? Hi, I’m Rebekah, a qualified clinical psychologist specialising in neuropsychology and clinical health psychology. I am passionate about compassionately helping people make sense of life – through depression, anxiety, or stress, after a health diagnosis or through neurorehabilitation using evidence-based therapy
I use evidence-based approaches, including CBT, ACT and CFT, and can provide neurorehabilitation strategies to support independence.
Are you struggling with everyday life? Do you sometimes feel it is all you can do to keep your head above the water? Has it been made more complicated by a long-term health condition such as a brain injury, heart event or chronic pain? Do you feel the labels anxiety, depression, ADHD don’t really do justice to how you feel? Hi, I’m Rebekah, a qualified clinical psychologist specialising in neuropsychology and clinical health psychology. I am passionate about compassionately helping people make sense of life – through depression, anxiety, or stress, after a health diagnosis or through neurorehabilitation using evidence-based therapy
Using Lifespan Integration, somatic work and ACT, we gently process past experiences so your nervous system can begin to register that the past is over.
You might look like you’re coping. Holding things together at work, in friendships or family life. But underneath, it can feel very different. You may feel stuck in patterns in relationships, caught in rumination or regret, or questioning yourself. There can be a quiet sense that something isn’t quite right, or that something about you is flawed. You might long for closeness but feel anxious or unsure how to trust it. Often, this connects back to earlier attachment wounds or emotional neglect, leaving you disconnected from yourself, unsure what you need, and tired of repeating the same patterns.
Using Lifespan Integration, somatic work and ACT, we gently process past experiences so your nervous system can begin to register that the past is over.
You might look like you’re coping. Holding things together at work, in friendships or family life. But underneath, it can feel very different. You may feel stuck in patterns in relationships, caught in rumination or regret, or questioning yourself. There can be a quiet sense that something isn’t quite right, or that something about you is flawed. You might long for closeness but feel anxious or unsure how to trust it. Often, this connects back to earlier attachment wounds or emotional neglect, leaving you disconnected from yourself, unsure what you need, and tired of repeating the same patterns.
Lucy is a BABCP-accredited remote Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) specialising in evidence-based psychological therapy for children, young people and their families. She supports children and adolescents experiencing a range of emotional and mental health difficulties, including anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), low mood, trauma, low self-esteem and emotional regulation difficulties. Her work combines clinical expertise with warmth, compassion and genuine curiosity, creating a therapeutic environment where young people feel safe to explore challenges, develop confidence and make meaningful change.
Lucy is a BABCP-accredited remote Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) specialising in evidence-based psychological therapy for children, young people and their families. She supports children and adolescents experiencing a range of emotional and mental health difficulties, including anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), low mood, trauma, low self-esteem and emotional regulation difficulties. Her work combines clinical expertise with warmth, compassion and genuine curiosity, creating a therapeutic environment where young people feel safe to explore challenges, develop confidence and make meaningful change.
I have been practising for over 13 years and have worked internationally in the area of psychology and mental health. I have been serving as a counselling psychologist in the NHS for the last 8 years. I have also worked in a therapeutic capacity with corporations such as Johnson & Johnson, JPMC and Accenture. My training and experience spans working with people suffering from different degrees of distress, including anxiety, depression, bereavement and work stress. The labels are incidental - I believe in working with the PERSON, who is currently struggling in his/her unique social and psychological context.
I have been practising for over 13 years and have worked internationally in the area of psychology and mental health. I have been serving as a counselling psychologist in the NHS for the last 8 years. I have also worked in a therapeutic capacity with corporations such as Johnson & Johnson, JPMC and Accenture. My training and experience spans working with people suffering from different degrees of distress, including anxiety, depression, bereavement and work stress. The labels are incidental - I believe in working with the PERSON, who is currently struggling in his/her unique social and psychological context.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counsellors
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.