Sleep or Insomnia Counselling in Basingstoke

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Lindsay Browning
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG21
You can follow me on all social media at "DrBrowning Sleep".
If you struggle to fall a sleep, can't stay a sleep, wake up too early or wake up feeling unrefreshed, then I can help you. I studied insomnia at the University of Oxford and started helping people with their sleeping problems at Trouble Sleeping in 2006 with CBT-I. I take a thorough medical and sleep history to discover why you aren't sleeping well, and then I suggest specific tailored cognitive and behavioural changes to help you to overcome your sleep issues. I am also the author of the self-help sleep book, Navigating Sleeplessness.
You can follow me on all social media at "DrBrowning Sleep".
If you struggle to fall a sleep, can't stay a sleep, wake up too early or wake up feeling unrefreshed, then I can help you. I studied insomnia at the University of Oxford and started helping people with their sleeping problems at Trouble Sleeping in 2006 with CBT-I. I take a thorough medical and sleep history to discover why you aren't sleeping well, and then I suggest specific tailored cognitive and behavioural changes to help you to overcome your sleep issues. I am also the author of the self-help sleep book, Navigating Sleeplessness.
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Cath Norman
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG23
The types of difficulties I am able to help you with include: Symptoms of trauma/posttraumatic stress disorder, stress/anxiety, sleep difficulties and health-related anxiety.
Hello, my name is Cath and I am a clinical psychologist. Thank you for having a look at my profile. I have worked in the NHS for several years, offering support to parents and caregivers, children and young people. I offer online and in-person specialist therapeutic input for a range of difficulties for children, young people and adults, including health-related anxiety, generalised anxiety, and trauma. I am here to support you through the current difficulties you may be facing. I think it’s really important to build a strong therapeutic relationship so that you feel comfortable and supported and so this is forefront in my mind.
The types of difficulties I am able to help you with include: Symptoms of trauma/posttraumatic stress disorder, stress/anxiety, sleep difficulties and health-related anxiety.
Hello, my name is Cath and I am a clinical psychologist. Thank you for having a look at my profile. I have worked in the NHS for several years, offering support to parents and caregivers, children and young people. I offer online and in-person specialist therapeutic input for a range of difficulties for children, young people and adults, including health-related anxiety, generalised anxiety, and trauma. I am here to support you through the current difficulties you may be facing. I think it’s really important to build a strong therapeutic relationship so that you feel comfortable and supported and so this is forefront in my mind.
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Dr Ben J Mead
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG24
Hello, my name is Ben and I am a Clinical Psychologist, Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and Counsellor practising in Surrey (Guildford), Hampshire (Basingstoke) and also online via a secure, encrypted network. My extensive training and experience ensures I am able to help adults and children with a number of difficulties, including (but not limited to): Anxiety, Depression, Low self-esteem, Loneliness, Grief / Loss, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Post-traumatic stress (PTSD), Relationship difficulties (including break-ups), Social anxiety, Sleep difficulties and Work / exam stress
Hello, my name is Ben and I am a Clinical Psychologist, Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and Counsellor practising in Surrey (Guildford), Hampshire (Basingstoke) and also online via a secure, encrypted network. My extensive training and experience ensures I am able to help adults and children with a number of difficulties, including (but not limited to): Anxiety, Depression, Low self-esteem, Loneliness, Grief / Loss, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Post-traumatic stress (PTSD), Relationship difficulties (including break-ups), Social anxiety, Sleep difficulties and Work / exam stress
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Lucy Whittome
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG21
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life or are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or loss? Counselling can offer a helpful space to talk through your feelings and start to make sense of things. I will work with you and your goals to help you start to let some light back in through the cracks.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life or are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or loss? Counselling can offer a helpful space to talk through your feelings and start to make sense of things. I will work with you and your goals to help you start to let some light back in through the cracks.
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Jocelyn Corbin
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG21
Welcome, my name is Jocelyn Corbin. I am an experienced and fully qualified Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist in Basingstoke. I provide counselling for couples and individuals and offer face-to-face, online (Video) and telephone counselling. I support couples and individuals with a wide range of issues or concerns. My aim as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist is to ensure you feel truly listened to, to provide you with a safe and confidential space so you can talk openly about your feelings without any judgement. I hope by working together we will be able to see a way through the difficult times you may be faced with.
Welcome, my name is Jocelyn Corbin. I am an experienced and fully qualified Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist in Basingstoke. I provide counselling for couples and individuals and offer face-to-face, online (Video) and telephone counselling. I support couples and individuals with a wide range of issues or concerns. My aim as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist is to ensure you feel truly listened to, to provide you with a safe and confidential space so you can talk openly about your feelings without any judgement. I hope by working together we will be able to see a way through the difficult times you may be faced with.
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Sian Melville
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Basingstoke RG22
Do you feel that you have lost who you are? Does it feel like you have lost control of your daily life, and you wake up every morning feeling anxious and upset? Noticed that you’re worrying about the future and how you might cope? What if you could feel like yourself again, less worries, feeling less tearful and more empowered and in control? Hello, I’m Sian. I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and founder of Lifted Therapy.
Do you feel that you have lost who you are? Does it feel like you have lost control of your daily life, and you wake up every morning feeling anxious and upset? Noticed that you’re worrying about the future and how you might cope? What if you could feel like yourself again, less worries, feeling less tearful and more empowered and in control? Hello, I’m Sian. I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and founder of Lifted Therapy.
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Paula Miles
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG22
I admire your courage for taking the first step toward a happier and more fulfilling life. Seeking help through therapy isn't easy, but it's a crucial investment in yourself and your future. Many of us deal with anxiety, imposter syndrome, past traumas, and the stress of our careers and lives. These issues can make us feel stuck, ashamed, and alone, thinking that changing our surroundings will fix everything. But true change starts from within. We often face the same problems, no matter how much we try to change our environment, because the real issues are still there. I know these struggles well, both personally and professionally.
I admire your courage for taking the first step toward a happier and more fulfilling life. Seeking help through therapy isn't easy, but it's a crucial investment in yourself and your future. Many of us deal with anxiety, imposter syndrome, past traumas, and the stress of our careers and lives. These issues can make us feel stuck, ashamed, and alone, thinking that changing our surroundings will fix everything. But true change starts from within. We often face the same problems, no matter how much we try to change our environment, because the real issues are still there. I know these struggles well, both personally and professionally.
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Dr Rebecca Phillips
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG24
Thank you for landing on my page and well done for taking the step to find a therapist. I am a Clinical Psychologist based in Hampshire. I have experience in working with people experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, low mood, self-criticism, low self-esteem, stress and trauma symptoms. ​I help people to make sense of their problems, and find a way forward. I tailor support to each persons individual needs with the aim of meeting their therapy goals. I drawn on a variety of evidence-based psychological therapies, including CBT, ACT and EMDR.
Thank you for landing on my page and well done for taking the step to find a therapist. I am a Clinical Psychologist based in Hampshire. I have experience in working with people experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, low mood, self-criticism, low self-esteem, stress and trauma symptoms. ​I help people to make sense of their problems, and find a way forward. I tailor support to each persons individual needs with the aim of meeting their therapy goals. I drawn on a variety of evidence-based psychological therapies, including CBT, ACT and EMDR.
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Corinne Marsh
Psychotherapist, MA, MHGI
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG25
Sometimes we can find ourselves in a place where we 'can't see the wood for the trees'. We feel as if we have little or no control over ours or others behaviour. That the direction your life is taking, is going the wrong way. Accompanying this here can often be a sense of loss or injustice, of not being able to imagine a better future. With up to date psychological understanding there is a better future. Building on your own knowledge and resources we can identify your personal goals and what you want out of your appointments. This tailored approach will work with you to resolve your barriers to achieving success.
Sometimes we can find ourselves in a place where we 'can't see the wood for the trees'. We feel as if we have little or no control over ours or others behaviour. That the direction your life is taking, is going the wrong way. Accompanying this here can often be a sense of loss or injustice, of not being able to imagine a better future. With up to date psychological understanding there is a better future. Building on your own knowledge and resources we can identify your personal goals and what you want out of your appointments. This tailored approach will work with you to resolve your barriers to achieving success.
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Nicole Biggs
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG21
I can help anyone who is not feeling the best that they could feel, from people with specific issues to people who just don't feel right. I offer a hypno gastric band to aid in weight loss, as well as a 10 week hypnotherapy weight loss group. I also offer stop smoking hypnotherapy. I used to be a family solicitor, and so I specialise in helping clients through relationship breakdowns. This involves working through issues like anger, anxiety and depression as well as low self confidence.
I can help anyone who is not feeling the best that they could feel, from people with specific issues to people who just don't feel right. I offer a hypno gastric band to aid in weight loss, as well as a 10 week hypnotherapy weight loss group. I also offer stop smoking hypnotherapy. I used to be a family solicitor, and so I specialise in helping clients through relationship breakdowns. This involves working through issues like anger, anxiety and depression as well as low self confidence.
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TLC Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG21
I spent 15 years working as a Relate Counsellor, alongside this I have built up a successful Practice Practice working with couples, individuals, children and young people, supporting them in improving their emotional and mental well-being. I offer a bespoke ‘wrap-around’ approach setting activities between each session, which allows on-going personal growth and development. By supporting you to explore difficulties, my aim is to facilitate you to have a deeper awareness of your core triggers and understanding of your patterns of behaviours, leading to lasting change.
I spent 15 years working as a Relate Counsellor, alongside this I have built up a successful Practice Practice working with couples, individuals, children and young people, supporting them in improving their emotional and mental well-being. I offer a bespoke ‘wrap-around’ approach setting activities between each session, which allows on-going personal growth and development. By supporting you to explore difficulties, my aim is to facilitate you to have a deeper awareness of your core triggers and understanding of your patterns of behaviours, leading to lasting change.
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Elizabeth (Known As Jayne) Jayne Cookson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Basingstoke RG22
I have over 15 years of experience of counselling and psychotherapy working with people with a wide variety of issues, such as relationship issues, anxiety, stress, loss and depression. My aim is to help you achieve what you need to feel happier in your life feeling listened to and understood. Repeating old patterns and ways may lead us to feel unhappy with ourselves and our lives. I will help you work through things that may be keeping you stuck and find new ways to move forward, helping you to be more the way you want to be.
I have over 15 years of experience of counselling and psychotherapy working with people with a wide variety of issues, such as relationship issues, anxiety, stress, loss and depression. My aim is to help you achieve what you need to feel happier in your life feeling listened to and understood. Repeating old patterns and ways may lead us to feel unhappy with ourselves and our lives. I will help you work through things that may be keeping you stuck and find new ways to move forward, helping you to be more the way you want to be.
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Ian Myers Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG21
I came to counselling late in life and bring years of life experiences as a result. I believe I have a natural empathy and understanding of my clients. Nothing shocks me and I never judge. I want my clients to reach their full potential in life, so whatever it is that is holding you back, let me help you unravel the tangle, in a safe, supportive environment. I offer private counselling based from my home office near Basingstoke in North Hampshire. I hold an Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling and Hypnotherapy and am an Accredited Member of the National Counselling Society (NCS). I offer counselling and Hypnotherapy.
I came to counselling late in life and bring years of life experiences as a result. I believe I have a natural empathy and understanding of my clients. Nothing shocks me and I never judge. I want my clients to reach their full potential in life, so whatever it is that is holding you back, let me help you unravel the tangle, in a safe, supportive environment. I offer private counselling based from my home office near Basingstoke in North Hampshire. I hold an Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling and Hypnotherapy and am an Accredited Member of the National Counselling Society (NCS). I offer counselling and Hypnotherapy.
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The Giles Practice
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG21
The Giles Practice Is Committed To Helping You. We are a forward-thinking, progressive practice with genuine testimonials from satisfied clients. We have 5 star Google reviews with clients from all over the world. We have been instructed on recent catastrophic incidents such as the Grenfell Tower fire and the London Bridge/Borough Market terrorist attack. Each client is treated like an individual and every issue presented is important to us. We want our clients to be 100% happy, safe and secure when they use our service.
The Giles Practice Is Committed To Helping You. We are a forward-thinking, progressive practice with genuine testimonials from satisfied clients. We have 5 star Google reviews with clients from all over the world. We have been instructed on recent catastrophic incidents such as the Grenfell Tower fire and the London Bridge/Borough Market terrorist attack. Each client is treated like an individual and every issue presented is important to us. We want our clients to be 100% happy, safe and secure when they use our service.
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Chantal Nason
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Basingstoke RG26
Hello, I'm Chantal, a fully qualified BACP Accredited integrative counsellor. My focus is centred on you as the client, and I will draw on a range of theoretical and practical training in a way that is most supportive to you and your issues. . I am not there to just simply listen; I see the work as a collaboration between the two of us. I will, very much, be a part of the process with you and I am willing to say what I am seeing. You may begin to see patterns of responding that are no longer helpful and with this increase in self-awareness my aim is to support you in making any changes necessary to help restore your well-being.
Hello, I'm Chantal, a fully qualified BACP Accredited integrative counsellor. My focus is centred on you as the client, and I will draw on a range of theoretical and practical training in a way that is most supportive to you and your issues. . I am not there to just simply listen; I see the work as a collaboration between the two of us. I will, very much, be a part of the process with you and I am willing to say what I am seeing. You may begin to see patterns of responding that are no longer helpful and with this increase in self-awareness my aim is to support you in making any changes necessary to help restore your well-being.
01962 571696 View 01962 571696
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Rebecca Soniah Greedharee
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG26  (Online Only)
We all meet challenges, issues and pinch points in our lives and I am no exception. Whether it be making important decisions, dealing with loss, coping with challenging experiences/trauma, low confidence/self esteem it can be difficult to navigate our way through to lead our lives the way we want. You may be considering or are ready to make a change. Change could mean; reducing stress, coping with life in healthier ways, building confidence/self esteem, coming to terms with change/loss or just about anything that helps you move in your desired direction. Talking therapy can help!
We all meet challenges, issues and pinch points in our lives and I am no exception. Whether it be making important decisions, dealing with loss, coping with challenging experiences/trauma, low confidence/self esteem it can be difficult to navigate our way through to lead our lives the way we want. You may be considering or are ready to make a change. Change could mean; reducing stress, coping with life in healthier ways, building confidence/self esteem, coming to terms with change/loss or just about anything that helps you move in your desired direction. Talking therapy can help!
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Nathan Bryce
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG21
When we are experiencing difficulties and our usual means of coping aren’t enough, it can be difficult to know where or who to turn to. Therapy can provide a non-judgemental and expectation free space to reflect on what is going on for us, what changes we might want to make and how we might go about this.
When we are experiencing difficulties and our usual means of coping aren’t enough, it can be difficult to know where or who to turn to. Therapy can provide a non-judgemental and expectation free space to reflect on what is going on for us, what changes we might want to make and how we might go about this.
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The Safe Haven Practice
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG21
I am a BABCP-accredited CBT and EMDR psychotherapist and a published psychological researcher with 8 years of clinical experience. My practice specializes in helping individuals facing trauma-related challenges, including PTSD, Complex PTSD, and low self-esteem, as well as those navigating difficulties related to neurodiversity. My goal is to assist clients in uncovering the root causes of their struggles, fostering a deeper understanding of themselves and the factors that sustain these challenges. This understanding empowers them to regain control over their lives.
I am a BABCP-accredited CBT and EMDR psychotherapist and a published psychological researcher with 8 years of clinical experience. My practice specializes in helping individuals facing trauma-related challenges, including PTSD, Complex PTSD, and low self-esteem, as well as those navigating difficulties related to neurodiversity. My goal is to assist clients in uncovering the root causes of their struggles, fostering a deeper understanding of themselves and the factors that sustain these challenges. This understanding empowers them to regain control over their lives.
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Andy Wareham
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG25
I specialise in anxiety, depression, addiction, childhood trauma and I'm neuro affirming, with experience of working successfully with a number of neurodivergent clients. I provide a safe, calm, confidential and reflective space for you to explore any difficulties you are experiencing. At the heart of my approach is the belief that together we can create awareness of what is causing your current discomfort. I can then support you in making the changes necessary to help restore greater balance and increased wellbeing. I offer a free 15 minute telephone appointment to help you decide if I'm the right counsellor for you.
I specialise in anxiety, depression, addiction, childhood trauma and I'm neuro affirming, with experience of working successfully with a number of neurodivergent clients. I provide a safe, calm, confidential and reflective space for you to explore any difficulties you are experiencing. At the heart of my approach is the belief that together we can create awareness of what is causing your current discomfort. I can then support you in making the changes necessary to help restore greater balance and increased wellbeing. I offer a free 15 minute telephone appointment to help you decide if I'm the right counsellor for you.
01962 587254 View 01962 587254
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Louise Barker
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG21
Are you looking for a psychological therapist who provides a safe place for you or your child to be listened to and also equips you with lifelong knowledge and skills to take care of your emotional and mental health? I have 30 years experience working with adults, children and young people in a variety of NHS settings. This has included providing cognitive behavioural therapy for adults and young people overcoming addiction, providing specialist assessment and therapy programmes for children and families in an NHS CAMHS team and more recently providing psychological therapy for people with depression and anxiety problems.
Are you looking for a psychological therapist who provides a safe place for you or your child to be listened to and also equips you with lifelong knowledge and skills to take care of your emotional and mental health? I have 30 years experience working with adults, children and young people in a variety of NHS settings. This has included providing cognitive behavioural therapy for adults and young people overcoming addiction, providing specialist assessment and therapy programmes for children and families in an NHS CAMHS team and more recently providing psychological therapy for people with depression and anxiety problems.
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Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors

How effective is treatment for insomnia?

The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.

Are there specific medications for sleep problems?

There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.

Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?

There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.

What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?

Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.