Counselling in Aylesbury

I believe, that it is one thing to listen to someone when they speak, but it is another to truly hear what they are saying. In sessions my aim is to offer true warmth and honesty so that we can work together in a trusting therapeutic relationship. I can offer you a safe, non-judgemental, confidential space, my full attention and support to look at any emotional, social or mental health issues that you wish to bring.

Do you want to feel happier? Do you suffer with anxiety, depression, feeling sad or low self esteem? Maybe you feel stuck and have lost yourself? Sometimes there is a specific reason and we know what is making us feel that way, other times it appears there is no reason at all. Counselling can help unpick whats going on, identify those thoughts and for it to feel less overwhelming in a safe and non judgmental way.

Hello, I’m Alison and I am an integrative counsellor. Using a client-centred approach, I draw on a range of theoretical ideas enabling individuals to explore their issues and develop greater self-awareness. I work with adults aged 18 and over. I have experience supporting clients with a wide range of issues and have particular interests in relationships/family relationship issues, domestic violence and abuse, depression, anxiety and low self-esteem.

Exploring the possibility of counselling/psychotherapy is a courageous step, one which can enable you to become more fully yourself. Therapy should be a place where you can feel safe and accepted, where you find it easier to share things that are concerning you. It can be a place where you come to find out more about yourself, to challenge yourself and make choices and decisions that lead towards a more positive and hopeful future. Sometimes there is something from our past, an event or an aspect of ourselves, that seems to be holding us back, and therapy can support us in addressing those things too. Be in touch for more info...

We specialise in working with people with Borderline Personality Disorder, Dual Diagnosis, Addiction and Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Pathological Demand Avoidance. Our highly skilled team will work with you to find the solutions that you are looking for.

As an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, I work with adults and young people, and with those experiencing a range of various difficulties including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, relationships, self-esteem, identity issues and grief. I also have experience working with survivors of trauma and sexual abuse, and the distressing ongoing effects this can have on everyday life.

My experience and style help people that are looking to work on issues they might be facing at home, at work or life in general. If you are looking to manage your anxiety, feel less stressed and more focussed - I will be able to help you through various different techniques I share with you. I also work with those might have an addictive personality; may be you feel you are drinking too much, working too much, eating too much - what ever the 'too much' is too you - I can offer support and techniques to look at what might be causing this behaviour and help you reframe to a different way of thinking and behaving.

If you would like someone to listen to you and help you find ways to manage your emotional issues such as depression, anxiety, bereavement, trauma or difficult life events then counselling can help. I work with young people and adults in private practise situated in Aylesbury and Thame. I offer a confidential non-judgemental safe and comfortable environment, allowing my client's to express and explore themselves, their feelings, thoughts and concerns.

Trauma can become locked inside both our mind and body. Past traumatic events can be triggered by many different situations and people that you may encounter. These experiences, if not processed properly in our brains can make living day to day unpleasant, with negative feelings about ourselves, difficulties with anxiety, unexplained fears, avoidance, dissociation and many more distressing experiences. EMDR works to help the brain naturally process the trauma so that it can be left in the past. Please see my website for more details- www.Lucy ginger.co.uk

Is it time your life changed? Worried about the future, or troubled by the past? Considering and accessing counselling is not the easiest decision to make. I am an experienced relational counsellor that has a genuine care for others and their overall wellbeing. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, relationships, stress, depression, I will work at your pace, to find the right answers for you, tailoring sessions around the issues that you are encountering. I do this by aiming to create a safe space for you to explore those areas of your life, that you feel are difficult or challenging.

I am an experienced counsellor, psychotherapist & lecturer with availability to see private clients for therapy or clinical supervision. If you are facing a difficult time in your life I can help with a programme of therapy tailored to you & your needs. I aim to create for you a warm, safe, supportive space where you can explore areas of your life that feel difficult, problematic or painful. Here's a testimonial from CT (not their real name) "I met with Paul when I was struggling to cope in various areas of my life. It was such a positive decision, I learned so much about myself and how to cope with issues I was dealing with".

I work with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, workplace stress, low self-esteem, negative thought patterns, trauma, PTSD and everyday life problems. I am an Integrative Therapist which means I use my knowledge and experience of different counselling theories to offer a tailored and holistic approach to your needs. Everyone is unique and experiences life, and its struggles in different ways, therefore it's important to be able to offer different elements of counselling theories to give you the best support to meet your needs.

You may find the decision to come to counselling a difficult one to make, so I offer a phone call to begin with, to find out what you expect or would like to achieve through counselling as well as to reassure you, before we meet in person. Taking that first step may be daunting, so I offer a neutral, relaxed and safe space for therapy within the Aylesbury area. Having worked with Bucks Mind Charity, I have gained experience in working with depression, anxiety, stress, trauma and low self-esteem, working with clients of all ages.

Life can throw some really difficult situations at us and when this happens, it can be difficult to stay positive and cope with everyday life. I believe that counselling should provide you with an opportunity to explore any personal difficulties in a confidential, supportive, and non-judgmental environment. I am an integrative counsellor with a relational approach. My aim is to provide, a counselling space that is a supportive environment in which you will be given the time and space to explore, understand and gain insight into your unique situation. I have several years of experience working with young people from 11 years old.

When life events past or present become overwhelming, it can feel hard to cope with things alone & often hard to reach out to family or friends. If you are experiencing trauma & PTSD symptoms, such as anxiety, depression, flashbacks, panic attacks, anger issues, self-harm, low self-esteem, disconnection, shame, loss, isolation, we can work together at your pace to help you move through these feelings & behaviours. "Trauma is not what happens to you, it’s what happens inside you as a result of what happened to you. Trauma is that scarring that makes you less flexible, more rigid, less feeling and more defended." (Dr Gabor Mate)

Feeling depressed, anxious and unworthy; suffering loss, bereavement, relationship issues, or just wanting to make sense of the world and know yourself better? Counselling can help. As a psychotherapist my main concern is to provide you with an environment where you fell feel safe and accepted. A place where you can speak freely and reflect without be judged regardless of who you are. A safe place where you can grow and blossom - I will not offer advice, but will offer a response appropriate to the material you have shared, perhaps offering a new perspective. Finding the right counsellor is a very important step in a person’s life.

Seeking support when life feels hard can be overwhelming. But by reaching out, you have taken the first step. Counselling can feel like a lifeline to help you better understand the changes happening in your life, explore what is important to you, and support you in better communicating your needs to those around you. Counselling can enable you to explore how you can come to sense of acceptance and become more confident with your choices. In our counselling sessions, you talk, I listen and together we enable changes to your life.

Does life feel quite overwhelming? Are you struggling with your identity? Are you finding it difficult to cope? You may be struggling to make sense of your world and your place in the world and trying to answer the 'who am I?, why am I here?' questions. You may have experienced childhood trauma which you are trying to make sense of. Life can feel challenging with ups and downs. We face unexpected situations that test our resilience and ability to cope. These challenges can impact on relationships, self esteem, work. family etc. We are not equipped to figure it all out alone.