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Alison Malvisi
Counsellor, MBACP
Bath BA2
I have a genuine passion for helping my clients overcome emotional difficulties, and to achieve personal growth and fulfilment. Our counselling sessions will provide a safe, supportive and confidential environment to help guide you on this journey. My approach is based on the importance of creating a supportive therapeutic relationship where clients feel respected, safe and able to explore their emotions. A holistic approach, exploring the connection between thoughts, feelings and behaviours, allowing a deeper understanding of self, and the ability to navigate life's challenges with new-found resilience.
I have a genuine passion for helping my clients overcome emotional difficulties, and to achieve personal growth and fulfilment. Our counselling sessions will provide a safe, supportive and confidential environment to help guide you on this journey. My approach is based on the importance of creating a supportive therapeutic relationship where clients feel respected, safe and able to explore their emotions. A holistic approach, exploring the connection between thoughts, feelings and behaviours, allowing a deeper understanding of self, and the ability to navigate life's challenges with new-found resilience.
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Rhian Kenny Therapy- CBT
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
4 Endorsed
Bath BA1
Waitlist for new clients
I'm Rhian, a BABCP accredited CBT Therapist working with children and adults experiencing a range of mental health difficulties. My training and experience within education, outpatient and specialist services means that delivering therapy can be done simply and effectively. I adapt our work to your personal needs whilst keeping your goals at the heart of what we do and can also adapt for neurodiversity (ADHD and Autism). By working together, we can create lasting change not only by resolving your current issues, but by building life-long resilience through skills and understanding of what maintains our problems.
I'm Rhian, a BABCP accredited CBT Therapist working with children and adults experiencing a range of mental health difficulties. My training and experience within education, outpatient and specialist services means that delivering therapy can be done simply and effectively. I adapt our work to your personal needs whilst keeping your goals at the heart of what we do and can also adapt for neurodiversity (ADHD and Autism). By working together, we can create lasting change not only by resolving your current issues, but by building life-long resilience through skills and understanding of what maintains our problems.
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Anne Brown
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Bath BA1
What do most of us desire beneath it all?  To feel good, whole and comfortable within ourselves and in the relationships around us. That state of peaceful being resides within all of us but often past traumas and challenging life experiences have shaped who we have become, influencing the story of who we now think we are.  These beliefs often disconnect us from our true, best selves. Trauma happens, and often feelings of shame result. Living our lives wishing bad events never happened leave us feeling powerless but incorporating our past experiences in a way that does not debilitate, permits us to live with them, not ruled by them.
What do most of us desire beneath it all?  To feel good, whole and comfortable within ourselves and in the relationships around us. That state of peaceful being resides within all of us but often past traumas and challenging life experiences have shaped who we have become, influencing the story of who we now think we are.  These beliefs often disconnect us from our true, best selves. Trauma happens, and often feelings of shame result. Living our lives wishing bad events never happened leave us feeling powerless but incorporating our past experiences in a way that does not debilitate, permits us to live with them, not ruled by them.
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Emily Elizabeth Samuel
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Bath BA1
Not accepting new clients
I see children and young people aged from early childhood up to 19. I also provide parent guidance and consultation. The children and young people I see come for a variety of reasons including (but not limited to!) trauma, anxiety, self-harm, social difficulties, attachment related difficulties, eating disorders, depression and family conflict. I have been working clinically with children for 15 years. I have recently started my own private practice having worked for many years in the Yale Outpatient Psychiatric Clinic for Children. I am also a member of the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood Advisory Group
I see children and young people aged from early childhood up to 19. I also provide parent guidance and consultation. The children and young people I see come for a variety of reasons including (but not limited to!) trauma, anxiety, self-harm, social difficulties, attachment related difficulties, eating disorders, depression and family conflict. I have been working clinically with children for 15 years. I have recently started my own private practice having worked for many years in the Yale Outpatient Psychiatric Clinic for Children. I am also a member of the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood Advisory Group
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Ffion Bennett
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Bath BA2
I am an accredited CBT Psychotherapist and EMDR Therapist and have over a decades experience working in secondary care NHS services specialising in Adults of working age, Children and Adolescence and clients with Psychosis and Bipolar Disorder. I have extensive experience of working with Adults who have experienced trauma, and always work very hard to create a safe and nurturing environment for clients. I am trained at delivering high intensity CBT for clients with a range of difficulties from Anxiety and Depressive Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Bipolar Disorder and Psychosis.
I am an accredited CBT Psychotherapist and EMDR Therapist and have over a decades experience working in secondary care NHS services specialising in Adults of working age, Children and Adolescence and clients with Psychosis and Bipolar Disorder. I have extensive experience of working with Adults who have experienced trauma, and always work very hard to create a safe and nurturing environment for clients. I am trained at delivering high intensity CBT for clients with a range of difficulties from Anxiety and Depressive Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Bipolar Disorder and Psychosis.
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Leela Backinsell
Counsellor, MBACP
Bath BA1
I offer a gentle and caring counselling service. Together, we'll explore what's going on for you in a safe, calm, and trauma-informed way. 
I offer a gentle and caring counselling service. Together, we'll explore what's going on for you in a safe, calm, and trauma-informed way. 
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Martin Phillips
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Bath BA1
You might be struggling with something difficult in the here and now, such as the loss of a loved one, or the breakdown of a relationship. Or perhaps you’re aware of vague, underlying feelings of sadness, anxiety or anger. Maybe you feel trapped in a cycle of repeated disappointments with partners, friends and careers and don’t know why. Whether you know what the problem is, or even if you don’t, therapy can help. It’s an opportunity to explore yourself; to examine feelings, thoughts and motivations and gain understanding - the first step towards navigating a different, happier course.
You might be struggling with something difficult in the here and now, such as the loss of a loved one, or the breakdown of a relationship. Or perhaps you’re aware of vague, underlying feelings of sadness, anxiety or anger. Maybe you feel trapped in a cycle of repeated disappointments with partners, friends and careers and don’t know why. Whether you know what the problem is, or even if you don’t, therapy can help. It’s an opportunity to explore yourself; to examine feelings, thoughts and motivations and gain understanding - the first step towards navigating a different, happier course.
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Stuart Crossman
Verified Verified
Bath BA1
I’m an experienced psychodynamic psychotherapist, working for the NHS and in private practice with people 18 years and over offering a safe and supportive place where you can talk about your difficulties and concerns. We can begin to explore what might be troubling you, or causing you distress and suffering, or preventing you from experiencing life to the full. We can take time to focus on what’s important for you, to try and make sense and understand what may be happening and think about changes you want to make. I offer open-ended therapy with sessions once or twice a week beginning with with an initial session or sometimes two.
I’m an experienced psychodynamic psychotherapist, working for the NHS and in private practice with people 18 years and over offering a safe and supportive place where you can talk about your difficulties and concerns. We can begin to explore what might be troubling you, or causing you distress and suffering, or preventing you from experiencing life to the full. We can take time to focus on what’s important for you, to try and make sense and understand what may be happening and think about changes you want to make. I offer open-ended therapy with sessions once or twice a week beginning with with an initial session or sometimes two.
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Alex Evans - Resilient Nation
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Bath BA2
I am a compassionate trauma informed integrative psychotherapist with my own deeply lived experience and personal journey. I live and work in central Bath. Alongside many trainings over the years I am committed to my therapeutic practice and my own path of personal development, healing & spiritual enquiry. My personal experience in life has been extensive and rich. I’ve walked a diverse path so far through life and this has enabled me to bring understanding to working with many people. Development and practices that sustain and resource me on this journey are somatic meditation, embodied enquiry and the wisdom of the natural world.
I am a compassionate trauma informed integrative psychotherapist with my own deeply lived experience and personal journey. I live and work in central Bath. Alongside many trainings over the years I am committed to my therapeutic practice and my own path of personal development, healing & spiritual enquiry. My personal experience in life has been extensive and rich. I’ve walked a diverse path so far through life and this has enabled me to bring understanding to working with many people. Development and practices that sustain and resource me on this journey are somatic meditation, embodied enquiry and the wisdom of the natural world.
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David Mark Thompson
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Bath BA1
I have some availability for couples and individuals. I'm an integrative therapist (humanistic/existential/psychoanalytic) also influenced by the cognitive awareness that comes from mindfulness. However, my practice is influenced just as much by my own lived experience and my doubts about the efficacy of the medical model of dealing with mental health issues. I've been practising since 2011 and have a broad range of experience of dealing with many aspects of human distress and suffering including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, bereavement and loss, and problems in family and other relationships.
I have some availability for couples and individuals. I'm an integrative therapist (humanistic/existential/psychoanalytic) also influenced by the cognitive awareness that comes from mindfulness. However, my practice is influenced just as much by my own lived experience and my doubts about the efficacy of the medical model of dealing with mental health issues. I've been practising since 2011 and have a broad range of experience of dealing with many aspects of human distress and suffering including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, bereavement and loss, and problems in family and other relationships.
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Sam Tinson
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Bath BA2
Life is rarely easy, and sometimes our problems are too much to bear alone. Therapy answers our natural, human need to be heard and understood at the deepest level. The experience of feeling truly 'met' by another person can bring a fresh perspective, and help us find the calm and clarity we need for real change and healing to occur.
Life is rarely easy, and sometimes our problems are too much to bear alone. Therapy answers our natural, human need to be heard and understood at the deepest level. The experience of feeling truly 'met' by another person can bring a fresh perspective, and help us find the calm and clarity we need for real change and healing to occur.
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Alison Penfold
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Bath BA1
Are you constantly experiencing relationship challenges, leaving you feeling distressed, bewildered, let down and perhaps angry and self-blaming for repeating these patterns? It can be utterly devastating to keep finding ourselves stuck in this way. Whether in intimate relationships, family dynamics, friendships or work situations, I can support you to explore the origins of these difficult issues, leading to healthier relationships with others. I can help with life transitions, anxiety, depression, low self-worth, loss, grief, challenging relationships and more. Also, those in the Creative/Performing Arts Community or Film/ Media.
Are you constantly experiencing relationship challenges, leaving you feeling distressed, bewildered, let down and perhaps angry and self-blaming for repeating these patterns? It can be utterly devastating to keep finding ourselves stuck in this way. Whether in intimate relationships, family dynamics, friendships or work situations, I can support you to explore the origins of these difficult issues, leading to healthier relationships with others. I can help with life transitions, anxiety, depression, low self-worth, loss, grief, challenging relationships and more. Also, those in the Creative/Performing Arts Community or Film/ Media.
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Photo of Louise Pivcevic, Psychotherapist, MA, BACP
Louise Pivcevic
Psychotherapist, MA, BACP
Bath BA1
A highly experienced specialist psychotherapist, I work with teens, young adults, students, and parents with anxiety, depression, trauma, impact of physical illness, life transitions, relationship/psychosexual difficulties. Additional specialisms include complex trauma, attachment issues, gender identity, post adoption support. I trained at the Tavistock, have 16 years experience in the NHS and 10 years in private practice. Tutor at University of Exeter Doctorate in Psychotherapy, Clinical Supervisor. I have a warm empathic approach aiming to help you develop a more creative, insightful and courageous approach to your life.
A highly experienced specialist psychotherapist, I work with teens, young adults, students, and parents with anxiety, depression, trauma, impact of physical illness, life transitions, relationship/psychosexual difficulties. Additional specialisms include complex trauma, attachment issues, gender identity, post adoption support. I trained at the Tavistock, have 16 years experience in the NHS and 10 years in private practice. Tutor at University of Exeter Doctorate in Psychotherapy, Clinical Supervisor. I have a warm empathic approach aiming to help you develop a more creative, insightful and courageous approach to your life.
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Peacevale Counselling
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Online Only
Choosing to undertake counselling can be daunting but is a brave step towards changing the parts of your life that are no longer serving you well. Together we can examine what holds you back and explore options for moving towards more wholehearted living. ​ I will not give advice, be judgemental or attempt to 'fix' you. I will give you the space to turn your problem over and examine it in the light of your unique perspective, allowing you room to see how you might proceed or understand things in a different way.
Choosing to undertake counselling can be daunting but is a brave step towards changing the parts of your life that are no longer serving you well. Together we can examine what holds you back and explore options for moving towards more wholehearted living. ​ I will not give advice, be judgemental or attempt to 'fix' you. I will give you the space to turn your problem over and examine it in the light of your unique perspective, allowing you room to see how you might proceed or understand things in a different way.
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Maddie Chorlton
Counsellor, BACP
Bath BA1
Hello, I'm Maddie, an experienced counsellor working in the centre of Bath. With so many different types of therapy available, it can be hard to know which is the most suitable for your needs and what they all mean. I'm a humanistic integrative counsellor, which means that I believe you're the expert of yourself, and my role is to help you uncover that awareness so that you can reach your full potential. Being integrative means that I draw on a number of different counselling theories to inform my practice.
Hello, I'm Maddie, an experienced counsellor working in the centre of Bath. With so many different types of therapy available, it can be hard to know which is the most suitable for your needs and what they all mean. I'm a humanistic integrative counsellor, which means that I believe you're the expert of yourself, and my role is to help you uncover that awareness so that you can reach your full potential. Being integrative means that I draw on a number of different counselling theories to inform my practice.
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Vicki Dale
Counsellor, MBACP
Bath BA1
I am an integrative, humanistic therapist with years of experience both within NHS and Mind, as well as working within private practice with adults and children. I offer a safe non-judgmental space, with genuine empathy and compassion. and have experience working with trauma, grief and anxiety. Alongside my work with adults I have recently completed training in both neurodivergence and working with children and young people.
I am an integrative, humanistic therapist with years of experience both within NHS and Mind, as well as working within private practice with adults and children. I offer a safe non-judgmental space, with genuine empathy and compassion. and have experience working with trauma, grief and anxiety. Alongside my work with adults I have recently completed training in both neurodivergence and working with children and young people.
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Photo of Sophie Samuel, Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Sophie Samuel
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Bath BA2
When we have a problem we often want to talk to someone who is not going to judge us. Talking to friends or family you may be afraid of what they might think or be worried about upsetting them. This can make it hard to be completely open about what is happening and block our ability to fully understand. Seeing a psychotherapist is an opportunity to build a safe trusting relationship where they can offer a more impartial point of view. It is my be that it is the quality of this relationship between the counsellor and client that helps us to marshal our own resources to find a resolution or make changes.
When we have a problem we often want to talk to someone who is not going to judge us. Talking to friends or family you may be afraid of what they might think or be worried about upsetting them. This can make it hard to be completely open about what is happening and block our ability to fully understand. Seeing a psychotherapist is an opportunity to build a safe trusting relationship where they can offer a more impartial point of view. It is my be that it is the quality of this relationship between the counsellor and client that helps us to marshal our own resources to find a resolution or make changes.
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Michelle Thatcher
Psychologist, CPsychol
1 Endorsed
Bath BA2
What would you like to change? I am a highly experienced Counselling Psychologist and offer a warm, pragmatic approach to therapy in the belief that with the right help and support, we are all capable of making positive changes. I have learned from long experience, both my own and my clients, that one size can never fit all so have trained in a broad range of approaches including CBT, humanistic, emdr, schema therapy and ISTDP. I have many ways of helping you to understand your difficulties and tools for us to work together to change them. I am a big believer in the collaborative process. Therapy is something done best as a team
What would you like to change? I am a highly experienced Counselling Psychologist and offer a warm, pragmatic approach to therapy in the belief that with the right help and support, we are all capable of making positive changes. I have learned from long experience, both my own and my clients, that one size can never fit all so have trained in a broad range of approaches including CBT, humanistic, emdr, schema therapy and ISTDP. I have many ways of helping you to understand your difficulties and tools for us to work together to change them. I am a big believer in the collaborative process. Therapy is something done best as a team
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Anna P Johnson
Counsellor, BACP
Bath BA2
Firstly I want you to know that I love my job! I consider it a privilege to work with people, who are open minded enough to recognise that together, we can find tools to help improve their lives and get to the root of troubling issues, I have 15 years experience in a listening and counselling role.
Firstly I want you to know that I love my job! I consider it a privilege to work with people, who are open minded enough to recognise that together, we can find tools to help improve their lives and get to the root of troubling issues, I have 15 years experience in a listening and counselling role.
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Dr James Kiff
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Bath BA2
When we feel stuck, experience difficult emotions, or the challenges we are negotiating are distressing, finding a space to work through and move beyond such difficulties can feel overwhelming in itself. Through working together with you, I look to create a space where you can explore, make sense of and manage distress, address challenges, build psychological and mental well-being, while supporting you to develop skills and strategies for long-term mental health benefits.
When we feel stuck, experience difficult emotions, or the challenges we are negotiating are distressing, finding a space to work through and move beyond such difficulties can feel overwhelming in itself. Through working together with you, I look to create a space where you can explore, make sense of and manage distress, address challenges, build psychological and mental well-being, while supporting you to develop skills and strategies for long-term mental health benefits.
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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in Bath

200+

Average cost per session

£60

Counsellors in Bath who prioritize treating:

90% Anxiety
83% Depression
79% Self Esteem
77% Stress
72% Relationship Issues
71% Trauma and PTSD
60% Bereavement

Average years in practice

9 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

71% AXA PPP
66% Aviva
60% Bupa

How Counsellors in Bath see their clients

87% In Person and Online
13% Online Only

Gender breakdown

76% Female
24% Male
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in Bath?

Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.

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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?

Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Most Psychologists in the directory are accredited members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and/or are registered in the Health and Care Professions Council (HPCP).

Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.

What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?

Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in the UK. Psychologists have earned a degree in psychology and many are members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have completed a postgraduate qualification in a specialism. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a psychology degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the BACP or UKCP, they are required to have completed a training course as well as clinical and supervision hours.

What type of therapy is right for me?

The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.

How much does therapy cost?

The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the UK could be between £30 - £60 when seeing a counsellor and £60 - £150 and up when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.

What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?

Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.

If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.

Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?

Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.

Is online therapy a good option?

Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.

Are therapy sessions confidential?

Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the BACP, the UKCP, or BPS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there has been participation in a criminal act or act of terror, or if there is potential or known harm to the client or others, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.