Life Coaching Counselling in Ashford

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Jacqueline Jones
Counsellor, MBACP
Ashford TN24
I believe that we are all unique individuals despite the many different labels that life has to offer us.
My name is Jacqueline and I qualified as a counsellor in 2008. I have since worked with a wide variety of issues such as bereavement, anxiety, low self worth, lack of confidence, addiction, relational issues such as couples, autism, understanding self concept, shyness and much more. I believe that the professional working relationship between the counsellor and client is of fundamental importance as it provides opportunities in which change can occur. For that reason I provide a free assessment of your needs. Also meeting myself prior to engaging in any counseling will help you to decide if I would be the right counsellor for you.
I believe that we are all unique individuals despite the many different labels that life has to offer us.
My name is Jacqueline and I qualified as a counsellor in 2008. I have since worked with a wide variety of issues such as bereavement, anxiety, low self worth, lack of confidence, addiction, relational issues such as couples, autism, understanding self concept, shyness and much more. I believe that the professional working relationship between the counsellor and client is of fundamental importance as it provides opportunities in which change can occur. For that reason I provide a free assessment of your needs. Also meeting myself prior to engaging in any counseling will help you to decide if I would be the right counsellor for you.
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Ewelina Biesiada
Verified Verified
Online Only
I offer a 12-week structured trauma informed coaching programme where I mentor you through the stages of learning how to navigate the labyrinth of your mind.
Learning to accept the truth about needing help is sometimes the hardest part. It is however a process not an event. If you suffered chronic stress as a child or in the early years of adulthood, chances are, you amazingly created a lot of coping mechanisms that have helped you survive the situation. But what tends to happen with trauma is that we get stuck in those patterns of thinking, feeling and behaviour and unless unpacked, they are impossible to change, even though they stopped serving you long time ago.
I offer a 12-week structured trauma informed coaching programme where I mentor you through the stages of learning how to navigate the labyrinth of your mind.
Learning to accept the truth about needing help is sometimes the hardest part. It is however a process not an event. If you suffered chronic stress as a child or in the early years of adulthood, chances are, you amazingly created a lot of coping mechanisms that have helped you survive the situation. But what tends to happen with trauma is that we get stuck in those patterns of thinking, feeling and behaviour and unless unpacked, they are impossible to change, even though they stopped serving you long time ago.
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Breeze Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
Ashford TN23
We all experience challenging periods in life and I would like to help you find your way through.
I work in a person-centred way which means that you are always at the heart of the counselling process and the therapy will be tailored-made to you. I offer a welcoming, safe, non-judgmental and confidential space, where you can feel free to explore the struggles you are facing. I also have experience working with Autism and friends/family this may affect.
We all experience challenging periods in life and I would like to help you find your way through.
I work in a person-centred way which means that you are always at the heart of the counselling process and the therapy will be tailored-made to you. I offer a welcoming, safe, non-judgmental and confidential space, where you can feel free to explore the struggles you are facing. I also have experience working with Autism and friends/family this may affect.
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Alison Ebanks Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Ashford TN25
 Are you feeling sad about life at the moment and need to make sense of your goals and where your life is going?
I am a person centred counsellor which means that we will work together through any difficulties that you have. Along with my counselling qualifications, I also have a degree in education and I have experience working with and supporting parents and teachers. I am LGBTQ+ allied and I am supportive of friends and family of this community.
 Are you feeling sad about life at the moment and need to make sense of your goals and where your life is going?
I am a person centred counsellor which means that we will work together through any difficulties that you have. Along with my counselling qualifications, I also have a degree in education and I have experience working with and supporting parents and teachers. I am LGBTQ+ allied and I am supportive of friends and family of this community.
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Bukky Odeyemi
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Online Only
In my therapy sessions, I aim to empower you to build the confidence needed to make healthier life choices with coping strategies.
I’m an integrative psychotherapist offering online therapy shaped around your individual needs. Drawing on psychodynamic and solution-focused approaches, I support you in exploring both the deeper roots of emotional distress and the practical steps that can lead to lasting change. Together, we co-create a compassionate, non-judgemental therapeutic space one that helps you recognise emotional and behavioural patterns, build emotional resilience, and strengthen your long-term mental health and wellbeing. My aim is to empower you to make healthier life choices, develop effective coping strategies, and experience genuine transformation.
In my therapy sessions, I aim to empower you to build the confidence needed to make healthier life choices with coping strategies.
I’m an integrative psychotherapist offering online therapy shaped around your individual needs. Drawing on psychodynamic and solution-focused approaches, I support you in exploring both the deeper roots of emotional distress and the practical steps that can lead to lasting change. Together, we co-create a compassionate, non-judgemental therapeutic space one that helps you recognise emotional and behavioural patterns, build emotional resilience, and strengthen your long-term mental health and wellbeing. My aim is to empower you to make healthier life choices, develop effective coping strategies, and experience genuine transformation.
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Katrina Meulemans
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Ashford TN26
I will work closely with you to identify the positive influences in your life – what makes you tick – and develop a personalised treatment plan from there.
My specialist experience includes working with people struggling with burnout, depression, anxiety, bereavements, and addictions. In the last 8 years I have been working for a private health care provider with a large number of individuals with burnout/work addiction so this has become an area of expertise and interest for me. I am a Clinical Supervisor.
I will work closely with you to identify the positive influences in your life – what makes you tick – and develop a personalised treatment plan from there.
My specialist experience includes working with people struggling with burnout, depression, anxiety, bereavements, and addictions. In the last 8 years I have been working for a private health care provider with a large number of individuals with burnout/work addiction so this has become an area of expertise and interest for me. I am a Clinical Supervisor.
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Mathew Roderick
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Maybe you're burned out, in a relationship that's losing its footing, or facing a life change that's knocked you sideways.
I'm Mathew, a BACP-registered integrative counsellor with over seven years' experience. I draw on person-centred counselling, CBT, psychodynamic and attachment-based therapy — what you actually need, not what fits a template. As a qualified personal trainer too, I integrate how sleep, movement and daily habits shape your mental wellbeing.
Maybe you're burned out, in a relationship that's losing its footing, or facing a life change that's knocked you sideways.
I'm Mathew, a BACP-registered integrative counsellor with over seven years' experience. I draw on person-centred counselling, CBT, psychodynamic and attachment-based therapy — what you actually need, not what fits a template. As a qualified personal trainer too, I integrate how sleep, movement and daily habits shape your mental wellbeing.
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Ruth Slaney
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
3 Endorsed
Ashford TN24
Hello, I’m Roo. Thank you for taking the time to check my profile. I really do appreciate the importance of finding the right therapist for you to work alongside. Entering into therapy isn’t something that should be done lightly. If you choose to work with me, I’ll bring over 31 years experience in mental health. I am privileged to have worked with many individuals and families during my 31 years and I remain as passionate today as that first day in supporting people to better mental health. I can help you move towards your goals by providing the skills, containment & support so you can ultimately become your own therapist.
Hello, I’m Roo. Thank you for taking the time to check my profile. I really do appreciate the importance of finding the right therapist for you to work alongside. Entering into therapy isn’t something that should be done lightly. If you choose to work with me, I’ll bring over 31 years experience in mental health. I am privileged to have worked with many individuals and families during my 31 years and I remain as passionate today as that first day in supporting people to better mental health. I can help you move towards your goals by providing the skills, containment & support so you can ultimately become your own therapist.
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Bridget - BBR Therapy & Coaching
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Ashford TN25
We all respond very differently to life events and asking for help can feel awkward and uncomfortable.
Stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted? Have you lost sight of "you". Are you struggling with relationships? Change is possible.
We all respond very differently to life events and asking for help can feel awkward and uncomfortable.
Stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted? Have you lost sight of "you". Are you struggling with relationships? Change is possible.
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Karlie Lam
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As a person struggles with my ADHD all of my life, I share similar challenges.
I completed my undergraduate degree in the UK before returning to Hong Kong for further studies. I then obtained my Master of Arts in Professional Counseling in the United States. Three years ago, I relocated to the UK to continue my practice as a therapist. I believe that clients are the experts of their own lives. My role as a therapist is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where they can explore solutions or gain new perspectives. I am committed to supporting and encouraging my clients as they navigate their challenges, empowering them when they need it most.
As a person struggles with my ADHD all of my life, I share similar challenges.
I completed my undergraduate degree in the UK before returning to Hong Kong for further studies. I then obtained my Master of Arts in Professional Counseling in the United States. Three years ago, I relocated to the UK to continue my practice as a therapist. I believe that clients are the experts of their own lives. My role as a therapist is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where they can explore solutions or gain new perspectives. I am committed to supporting and encouraging my clients as they navigate their challenges, empowering them when they need it most.
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Talk With Tee
Counsellor, BACP
Online Only
I believe you are the expert in your own life, and by working together to explore your thoughts and feelings, we can address areas such as low confidence, self-doubt, and insecurity, helping you feel more empowered and better equipped to navigate life’s challenges.
I offer counselling and coaching to individuals aged 10 through to older adults, tailoring my approach to each stage of life. I work with a diverse client base and provide an inclusive, respectful space. Together, we focus on your unique needs and goals to help you move forward.
I believe you are the expert in your own life, and by working together to explore your thoughts and feelings, we can address areas such as low confidence, self-doubt, and insecurity, helping you feel more empowered and better equipped to navigate life’s challenges.
I offer counselling and coaching to individuals aged 10 through to older adults, tailoring my approach to each stage of life. I work with a diverse client base and provide an inclusive, respectful space. Together, we focus on your unique needs and goals to help you move forward.
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Samantha Riches
Psychotherapist, MSc, GMBPsS
Serves Area
Hi my name is Sam. I work with children and young people. My focus when working with children and young people is to find a way to work with them to help with all of their areas of difficulty, from emotional to school and the variety of difficulties they can experience. I find that children and young people feel most comfortable in a familiar surrounding so I always try to work with the child in their own home or school.
Hi my name is Sam. I work with children and young people. My focus when working with children and young people is to find a way to work with them to help with all of their areas of difficulty, from emotional to school and the variety of difficulties they can experience. I find that children and young people feel most comfortable in a familiar surrounding so I always try to work with the child in their own home or school.
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Linda Christiane Bishopp
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Over the past 15 years, I’ve supported clients through profound life transitions and helped therapists deepen their clinical work through supervision.
I believe that deep healing is possible when we approach the psyche with compassion, curiosity, and a willingness to listen to the body and soul. As a holistic Jungian psychotherapist, intuitive coach, healer, and supervisor, I work with individuals seeking to understand themselves more fully, often after trauma, loss, dissociation, or longstanding emotional struggles. My approach combines depth psychotherapy with spiritual insight and somatic awareness. I hold a space that welcomes every part of you—mind, body, emotions, and spirit.
Over the past 15 years, I’ve supported clients through profound life transitions and helped therapists deepen their clinical work through supervision.
I believe that deep healing is possible when we approach the psyche with compassion, curiosity, and a willingness to listen to the body and soul. As a holistic Jungian psychotherapist, intuitive coach, healer, and supervisor, I work with individuals seeking to understand themselves more fully, often after trauma, loss, dissociation, or longstanding emotional struggles. My approach combines depth psychotherapy with spiritual insight and somatic awareness. I hold a space that welcomes every part of you—mind, body, emotions, and spirit.
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Cognitive Clarity
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MBABCP
Serves Area
I have a special interest in spirituality and how it can enhance a person's positive sense of self and provide meaning to life, thus lessen feelings of anxiety and sadness.
Hi my name is Christina, I am a qualified and accrediated psychotherapist. I offer a warm, collaborative space so that together, we can explore the issues you are experiencing and would like support with. My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to your individual needs. I work integratively with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and these modalities can support you in understanding patterns, process past experiences, and build emotional resilience. I also use a range of other techniques, so that you have tools to support you in and outside of therapy.
I have a special interest in spirituality and how it can enhance a person's positive sense of self and provide meaning to life, thus lessen feelings of anxiety and sadness.
Hi my name is Christina, I am a qualified and accrediated psychotherapist. I offer a warm, collaborative space so that together, we can explore the issues you are experiencing and would like support with. My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to your individual needs. I work integratively with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and these modalities can support you in understanding patterns, process past experiences, and build emotional resilience. I also use a range of other techniques, so that you have tools to support you in and outside of therapy.
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Natasha Leppard
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Together we work on how you can move forward with new knowledge and skills to live a more authentic and meaningful life going forward.
I am a integrative counsellor, meaning I use a range of approaches to therapy, giving me different tools that I can adapt to suit individual client needs. My practice is based in Person Centred and Psychodynamic training as well as drawing inspiration from existential philosophy. I also offer walking and equine therapy.
Together we work on how you can move forward with new knowledge and skills to live a more authentic and meaningful life going forward.
I am a integrative counsellor, meaning I use a range of approaches to therapy, giving me different tools that I can adapt to suit individual client needs. My practice is based in Person Centred and Psychodynamic training as well as drawing inspiration from existential philosophy. I also offer walking and equine therapy.
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Kate Henderson
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I have over 20 years of experience within mental health settings in the NHS and private settings. I believe therapy is about building a non-judgemental and trusting relationship, where we can work together to make sense of your mental health symptoms and find ways to develop more awareness and ways to cope. Finding the right psychological approach is key to the smooth running of this process. Therefore, I utilise a range of psychological approaches that I adapt to suit your needs. My aim within therapy will be to be curious, empathetic and honest and draw on individual strengths.
I have over 20 years of experience within mental health settings in the NHS and private settings. I believe therapy is about building a non-judgemental and trusting relationship, where we can work together to make sense of your mental health symptoms and find ways to develop more awareness and ways to cope. Finding the right psychological approach is key to the smooth running of this process. Therefore, I utilise a range of psychological approaches that I adapt to suit your needs. My aim within therapy will be to be curious, empathetic and honest and draw on individual strengths.
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Jon Sutton
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
Are you finding every day tough to get through, feel trapped, overwhelmed or hopeless; feel you’ve lost your sense of self and confidence? Do you want someone to listen to you and feel able to say out loud what’s going on without feeling awkward or judged? My clients say I'm empathic and calming and allow them to make sense of everything, safely at their own pace. I'm qualified to work integratively which enables me to work in a way that suits you best. Experience includes 30 years with a leading UK emergency service and volunteering for a community counselling service. Introduction session free .
Are you finding every day tough to get through, feel trapped, overwhelmed or hopeless; feel you’ve lost your sense of self and confidence? Do you want someone to listen to you and feel able to say out loud what’s going on without feeling awkward or judged? My clients say I'm empathic and calming and allow them to make sense of everything, safely at their own pace. I'm qualified to work integratively which enables me to work in a way that suits you best. Experience includes 30 years with a leading UK emergency service and volunteering for a community counselling service. Introduction session free .
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Aurora Therapy Centre
Counsellor, PsychD, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Struggling to connect in your relationship? Feeling unheard or stuck? Concerned that this might be the end of the road? Relationship and sex therapy could be the way forward to heal and strengthen your bond. Whether it’s communication issues, intimacy , sex Hello - I am a qualified therapist with over 20 years experience working with adults and children within the NHS and in Private Practice . I specialise in Sex therapy,Relationship and Trauma. I am a qualified Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist. I am pleased to announce I have been awarded ; Aurora Therapy Centre-Keeley Psychosexual Therapist of the Year - South East England
Struggling to connect in your relationship? Feeling unheard or stuck? Concerned that this might be the end of the road? Relationship and sex therapy could be the way forward to heal and strengthen your bond. Whether it’s communication issues, intimacy , sex Hello - I am a qualified therapist with over 20 years experience working with adults and children within the NHS and in Private Practice . I specialise in Sex therapy,Relationship and Trauma. I am a qualified Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist. I am pleased to announce I have been awarded ; Aurora Therapy Centre-Keeley Psychosexual Therapist of the Year - South East England
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Trauma and Abuse Specialist
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Therapy is a pit stop in the track of life.
Trauma, Abuse & Anxiety Specialist. Are you carrying the weight of trauma or abuse and wondering why it still affects you? Maybe anxiety, low mood, addiction, or relationship struggles keep repeating. You want to feel calmer, stronger, and more in control — not just coping, but truly living. You’re ready for change and want therapy that feels safe, clear, and focused on real progress, not endless talking. I offer bespoke solution focused, compassionate therapy that brings hope from the first session.
Therapy is a pit stop in the track of life.
Trauma, Abuse & Anxiety Specialist. Are you carrying the weight of trauma or abuse and wondering why it still affects you? Maybe anxiety, low mood, addiction, or relationship struggles keep repeating. You want to feel calmer, stronger, and more in control — not just coping, but truly living. You’re ready for change and want therapy that feels safe, clear, and focused on real progress, not endless talking. I offer bespoke solution focused, compassionate therapy that brings hope from the first session.
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Claire Hershman
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Serves Area
Together, drawing on my years of experience and training, we can work to to help you make changes that enhance, or rebuild your life
I offer therapy that helps you to uncover and change negative, self-limiting patterns and beliefs that lead you to becoming immobilised by everyday life traps. I work with codependency, addiction and blocked creativity. I draw from my years of experience, and training with some of the most innovative and cutting edge approaches to therapy.
Together, drawing on my years of experience and training, we can work to to help you make changes that enhance, or rebuild your life
I offer therapy that helps you to uncover and change negative, self-limiting patterns and beliefs that lead you to becoming immobilised by everyday life traps. I work with codependency, addiction and blocked creativity. I draw from my years of experience, and training with some of the most innovative and cutting edge approaches to therapy.
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Life Coaching Counsellors
What can I expect from life coaching?
Clients and coaches will typically start by identifying the problem area(s) that the client hopes to address—then, the coach will help the client brainstorm potential solutions and explore concrete techniques to help the client attain their goals. Coaching is typically short-term and focused on finding solutions in the here and now, rather than exploring a client’s past. In addition to strategies aimed at the client’s specific concerns, coaches may encourage general stress management techniques such as meditation.

Can a life coach help treat anxiety?
Because the majority of life coaches are not licensed clinicians, they are not qualified to diagnose or treat anxiety. Anyone struggling with anxiety or another mental health condition should seek help from a licensed mental health practitioner. However, some coaching clients who struggle with subclinical anxiety report that working with their coach on other problems—such as career dissatisfaction or unhealthy habits—has a positive effect on their anxiety.

Can life coaching be done online?
Yes. While life coaching often happens in person, many coaches conduct sessions over the phone or via online platforms such as Zoom or Skype. Because life coaches are not subject to local licensing regulations in the same way that therapists are, they are able to see clients who live in other locations.

How long does life coaching last?
Life coaching tends to be a shorter-term process than therapy, though it does not always unfold over a specific period of time and is instead based on the coach’s or the client’s preferences. Coaching often takes place over three to 12 months but may be shorter or longer if necessary.