Female Counselling in Ash

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Viv Botting
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am a highly qualified and experienced professional specialising in working with adults and young people. I offer support with a wide range of issues around bereavement, depression, anxiety, trauma and relationships. If you are an adult/young person (14 years+) looking for someone kind who will listen to you without judgement and make you feel valued and supported, I can help you to identify your needs in a safe and confidential space and support your personal growth.
I am a highly qualified and experienced professional specialising in working with adults and young people. I offer support with a wide range of issues around bereavement, depression, anxiety, trauma and relationships. If you are an adult/young person (14 years+) looking for someone kind who will listen to you without judgement and make you feel valued and supported, I can help you to identify your needs in a safe and confidential space and support your personal growth.
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Emma K Smith
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Are you experiencing a difficult or challenging time in your life? Perhaps you are feeling stuck and unable to move forward? Whatever your reason for considering therapy and viewing my profile, it is often the case that we 'hit the wall' or 'crash' emotionally before we can identify that we may need professional support. When our usual coping mechanisms no longer work the struggle can be overwhelming. As your therapist I recognise this as your first and critical step toward positive change. You are, I'm sure, familiar with the phrase 'if you do what you've always done...you get what you've always got' and how true it is.....
Are you experiencing a difficult or challenging time in your life? Perhaps you are feeling stuck and unable to move forward? Whatever your reason for considering therapy and viewing my profile, it is often the case that we 'hit the wall' or 'crash' emotionally before we can identify that we may need professional support. When our usual coping mechanisms no longer work the struggle can be overwhelming. As your therapist I recognise this as your first and critical step toward positive change. You are, I'm sure, familiar with the phrase 'if you do what you've always done...you get what you've always got' and how true it is.....
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Natalie Clarke
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or lost? Do you need help figuring out who you are? Are you struggling in a world that doesn’t feel right for you? Life can feel heavy, and traditional talk therapy might seem daunting. That’s why I offer something a little different: a safe, supportive space to explore your thoughts and emotions in a way that works for you. Whether you’re dealing with school-related stress, questioning your identity, or finding everyday life overwhelming, I provide a space where your needs come first.
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Anna-Marie Taylor
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
I'm a qualified CBT Therapist (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and Integrative Counsellor and I help adults and adolescents to get out of stuck, negative emotional states such as Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Hurt and Shame. I'm trained to work with a broad range of psychological health challenges including; Anxiety, Panic attacks, OCD, Depression, Insomnia, Agoraphobia, overwhelming feelings, Phobias, Social anxiety, low self-confidence, to name but a few. My approach is both adaptive and solution orientated and works best for people who want to change how they are feeling, thinking and behaving using a range of CBT models and EMDR.
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Holly Hutchings
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
4 Endorsed
Online Only
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Sue Valerie Hawkes
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Hi my name is Sue, If you have come this far and are reading this then please know that your feelings are not too small, or too big. You deserve to feel better. I came into counselling after experiencing life first-hand. I offer a non-judgmental, discreet and empowering approach. Perhaps at this point you are feeling low in yourself, lacking in motivation, the world is closing in, your relationships might be failing or there is not much hope for the future. My role is to enable you to cope better and start to see the possibilities again.
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Nicola Kiely
Counsellor, MBACP
Bexley DA5
I have been practising as a Counsellor for over 18 years and I am a Registered Member of the BACP. There are times in our lives when we feel unable to cope. Problems may arise and we may need help and space to think through ways of moving forward. It may be painful memories from the past, events in the present or worries about the future. I can help you to make sense of how you're feeling in a safe, confidential and non judgemental environment.
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Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
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Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
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Surrey Storyworks Therapy Centre
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Serves Area
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Counsellor, DCounsPsych, PNCPS Acc.
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Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
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Dr Lizz Lewis
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
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Victoria Richards
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
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Gemma Shah
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
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Corinna Lewis
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
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Compassion CBT
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
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Elizabeth Hartley
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
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I am a Psychotherapist, Coach and Trainer. My specialism is supporting women who have had a close relationship where someone has used control to harm. This harm may have been emotional, psychological, physical, financial or sexual. The dynamic of hidden control creates an environment where the person on the receiving end feels unsafe, powerless or trapped. This type of relationship where trust has been betrayed and control hidden often leads to long-term distress, confusion and loss of self worth. Call or email to find out how I can support you.
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Jen Jones Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Let me introduce myself - I'm Jen, an integrative therapeutic counsellor/trauma-informed therapist who is passionate about supporting people through life's challenges as such events or relationships feel overwhelming or we feel a loss of direction or purpose. Together we can explore your situation, which will help us make sense of those challenging times and offer a way to move towards a better understanding of ourselves and our feelings. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma or simply feeling stuck, I offer a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings.
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Female Counsellors

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.