Female Counsellors in Bedford

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Kate Baillie
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Bedford MK41
Therapy for when you've had to hold too much for too long. I offer person-centred counselling for adults who are feeling anxious, low, stuck or worn out from carrying too much. I integrate attachment theory, parts work, mindfulness and somatic approaches. I commonly work with anxiety and depression, grief and loss, relationship difficulties stress, low self-esteem and life transitions.
Therapy for when you've had to hold too much for too long. I offer person-centred counselling for adults who are feeling anxious, low, stuck or worn out from carrying too much. I integrate attachment theory, parts work, mindfulness and somatic approaches. I commonly work with anxiety and depression, grief and loss, relationship difficulties stress, low self-esteem and life transitions.
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Samantha Roach
Counsellor, ACC Reg
Bedford MK40
I am a integrative counsellor (based in Bedfordshire, UK). This means I adapt to you and deliver the best suited therapy for your needs such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Person Centred Therapy , Psychodynamic Therapy and Creative Intervention. I will never enforce a particular way of working with my clients as I believe every individual’s situation is different. I decided to become a counsellor because I am passionate about working alongside people to help them go through their therapeutic process, helping them to achieve their best.
I am a integrative counsellor (based in Bedfordshire, UK). This means I adapt to you and deliver the best suited therapy for your needs such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Person Centred Therapy , Psychodynamic Therapy and Creative Intervention. I will never enforce a particular way of working with my clients as I believe every individual’s situation is different. I decided to become a counsellor because I am passionate about working alongside people to help them go through their therapeutic process, helping them to achieve their best.
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Rachel Knox
Counsellor, MBACP
Bedford MK44
I have trained in Psychodynamic Counselling, Psychotherapeutic Counselling and Somatic Skills for Trauma. Through understanding how past events colour our view of the world and ourselves we can understand how to make progress towards a different outcome. If you feel stuck and are looking for more autonomy and agency, I can help. I have experience of working with some common mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, and also some personality disorders, neurodiversity, and the anxieties and challenges that can come alongside this. I am also qualified to supervise my peers in line with their professional registration.
I have trained in Psychodynamic Counselling, Psychotherapeutic Counselling and Somatic Skills for Trauma. Through understanding how past events colour our view of the world and ourselves we can understand how to make progress towards a different outcome. If you feel stuck and are looking for more autonomy and agency, I can help. I have experience of working with some common mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, and also some personality disorders, neurodiversity, and the anxieties and challenges that can come alongside this. I am also qualified to supervise my peers in line with their professional registration.
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Abigail Drury
Counsellor, MBACP
Bedford MK40
Are you experiencing feelings of anxiety or depression? trying to cope with loss or past trauma in your life? Perhaps you are trying to navigate complicated relationships or it might be that for no known reason, you are feeling lost or stuck and want to seek a better understanding to support you in moving forwards. Life can throw some painful and challenging experiences our way , leaving us feeling overwhelmed at times and doing our best to find ways of coping. These experiences can range from significant events in life to more day to day stresses.
Are you experiencing feelings of anxiety or depression? trying to cope with loss or past trauma in your life? Perhaps you are trying to navigate complicated relationships or it might be that for no known reason, you are feeling lost or stuck and want to seek a better understanding to support you in moving forwards. Life can throw some painful and challenging experiences our way , leaving us feeling overwhelmed at times and doing our best to find ways of coping. These experiences can range from significant events in life to more day to day stresses.
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Adriana Cracknell
Counsellor, MBACP
Bedford MK40
Welcome to my profile, I am a highly experienced Counsellor of 26 years, which accounts for my knowledge and intuition. Specialising in Sexual Abuse/Assault, Trauma/PTSD, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, LGBTQ+ & Young People - to reduce confusion, be heard and enable choice. I create a space where we connect as equals, and explore together at your pace. My belief is that therapy needs to be with someone you can feel comfortable and safe with. I look forward to hearing from you for a chat, to assess your needs and see how I can be of assistance to you.
Welcome to my profile, I am a highly experienced Counsellor of 26 years, which accounts for my knowledge and intuition. Specialising in Sexual Abuse/Assault, Trauma/PTSD, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, LGBTQ+ & Young People - to reduce confusion, be heard and enable choice. I create a space where we connect as equals, and explore together at your pace. My belief is that therapy needs to be with someone you can feel comfortable and safe with. I look forward to hearing from you for a chat, to assess your needs and see how I can be of assistance to you.
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Joanne Hammond
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Bedford MK45
At the heart of my approach is the belief that you are the expert in your own life. I offer a compassionate, grounded space where you can explore challenges, process emotions, and reconnect with yourself. I integrate breathwork techniques and trauma-informed practices to support emotional regulation and deeper self-awareness. Whether you are navigating a crisis, seeking clarity, or working towards personal growth, I am here to walk alongside you in your journey toward healing and change.
At the heart of my approach is the belief that you are the expert in your own life. I offer a compassionate, grounded space where you can explore challenges, process emotions, and reconnect with yourself. I integrate breathwork techniques and trauma-informed practices to support emotional regulation and deeper self-awareness. Whether you are navigating a crisis, seeking clarity, or working towards personal growth, I am here to walk alongside you in your journey toward healing and change.
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Paulina Wiszniewska
Psychologist, GMBPsS
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Jestem psycholożką, terapeutką i psychodietetyczką. W mojej pracy z klientami tworzę przestrzeń pełną wsparcia, zrozumienia i zaufania. Doceniam odwagę tych, którzy decydują się na konsultacje. Specjalizuję się w pomocy osobom zmagającym się z depresją, lękiem, problemami w wyrażaniu złości, uzależnieniami, traumą oraz fobią. Pomagam klientom zwiększyć ich poczucie własnej wartości i pewność siebie. Uczę ich technik relaksacji, radzenia sobie ze stresem, asertywności oraz efektywnego zarządzania emocjami. Pracuję także z parami. Dodatkowo, pomagam klientom w budowaniu zdrowej relacji z jedzeniem.
Jestem psycholożką, terapeutką i psychodietetyczką. W mojej pracy z klientami tworzę przestrzeń pełną wsparcia, zrozumienia i zaufania. Doceniam odwagę tych, którzy decydują się na konsultacje. Specjalizuję się w pomocy osobom zmagającym się z depresją, lękiem, problemami w wyrażaniu złości, uzależnieniami, traumą oraz fobią. Pomagam klientom zwiększyć ich poczucie własnej wartości i pewność siebie. Uczę ich technik relaksacji, radzenia sobie ze stresem, asertywności oraz efektywnego zarządzania emocjami. Pracuję także z parami. Dodatkowo, pomagam klientom w budowaniu zdrowej relacji z jedzeniem.
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Lakhbir Kaur
Counsellor, MBACP
4 Endorsed
Bedford MK45
As a person-centred counsellor, I understand how important it is to feel truly heard, accepted, and understood. I offer a warm, genuine, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions safely and at your own pace. The person-centred approach is built on the belief that you are the expert in your own life. I won't tell you what to do or offer quick fixes, I will walk alongside you with empathy, honesty, and respect, helping you connect more deeply with your own inner resources and sense of self.
As a person-centred counsellor, I understand how important it is to feel truly heard, accepted, and understood. I offer a warm, genuine, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions safely and at your own pace. The person-centred approach is built on the belief that you are the expert in your own life. I won't tell you what to do or offer quick fixes, I will walk alongside you with empathy, honesty, and respect, helping you connect more deeply with your own inner resources and sense of self.
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Avril Scott
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Bedford MK40
Hello, I'm Avril, a therapist who specialises in working with women over the age of 40. I help my clients to understand themselves, so they can take control of their life and feel empowered to succeed.
Hello, I'm Avril, a therapist who specialises in working with women over the age of 40. I help my clients to understand themselves, so they can take control of their life and feel empowered to succeed.
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Natalie Bailey
Counsellor, MBACP
Bedford MK45
Do you feel like pain from your past is holding you back? distorting or determining your present? Do you feel like you have a lot of emotions but your not really sure why? or how to manage them? Are you struggling to maintain relationships? pursue your goals? do you feel stuck? disconnected? depressed? lost? Whatever it is you have going on- I want to support you. Sometimes facing the truth of your experience can feel scary, i want to create a space where you feel safe and less alone in that.
Do you feel like pain from your past is holding you back? distorting or determining your present? Do you feel like you have a lot of emotions but your not really sure why? or how to manage them? Are you struggling to maintain relationships? pursue your goals? do you feel stuck? disconnected? depressed? lost? Whatever it is you have going on- I want to support you. Sometimes facing the truth of your experience can feel scary, i want to create a space where you feel safe and less alone in that.
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Lorraine Cascella
Counsellor, MBACP
4 Endorsed
Bedford MK45
Hello, my name is Lorraine. I understand how hard it can be to reach out for support. Often this step comes after a long time of coping alone, and I know personally how much courage it can take to ask for help. I offer a calm, non-judgemental and supportive space where you can begin at your own pace. My role is to walk alongside you as you reconnect with your inner resources, values and strengths. Therapy is a collaborative process, and my aim is to help you feel more grounded, confident and connected to your needs as change gently unfolds.
Hello, my name is Lorraine. I understand how hard it can be to reach out for support. Often this step comes after a long time of coping alone, and I know personally how much courage it can take to ask for help. I offer a calm, non-judgemental and supportive space where you can begin at your own pace. My role is to walk alongside you as you reconnect with your inner resources, values and strengths. Therapy is a collaborative process, and my aim is to help you feel more grounded, confident and connected to your needs as change gently unfolds.
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Vicki Iliffe
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Bedford MK40
Hello, I’m Vicki, welcome to my profile. There may be many reasons why you are visiting my profile today, life might feel difficult or overwhelming right now. You might be looking for support through a painful time. Whether you are looking to find some peace, or to explore past or present events that are impacting your life; I will offer a warm, safe space for you to freely explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences. My aim is to help you to feel understood, accepted, and comfortable to be completely 'you'.
Hello, I’m Vicki, welcome to my profile. There may be many reasons why you are visiting my profile today, life might feel difficult or overwhelming right now. You might be looking for support through a painful time. Whether you are looking to find some peace, or to explore past or present events that are impacting your life; I will offer a warm, safe space for you to freely explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences. My aim is to help you to feel understood, accepted, and comfortable to be completely 'you'.
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Dr Kim Coulson-Thaker
Psychologist, PsychD
Bedford MK45
I do more than listen. I actively support you to make the changes you want to see. Finding the right person to support you can feel overwhelming. I use compassion focused, narrative therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy (a form of CBT) but will tailor my approach to you, always keeping your goals at the centre of our work together. I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist with NHS and private therapy experience working with couples and individuals.
I do more than listen. I actively support you to make the changes you want to see. Finding the right person to support you can feel overwhelming. I use compassion focused, narrative therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy (a form of CBT) but will tailor my approach to you, always keeping your goals at the centre of our work together. I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist with NHS and private therapy experience working with couples and individuals.
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Liz Holley
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Bedford MK42
There are many times throughout life where things can feel overwhelming and difficult. The ability to navigate these moments can be even more of a struggle when we are also faced with anxiety, fear, grief or depression. I offer therapy that is compassionate and non-judgemental, offering you a supportive environment to make sense of your thoughts and feelings. When life becomes this challenging it can become hard to understand how we feel or how others feel about us. Psychotherapy that has a creative approach can help you look at the issues you face from different perspectives and with a sense of emotional safety.
There are many times throughout life where things can feel overwhelming and difficult. The ability to navigate these moments can be even more of a struggle when we are also faced with anxiety, fear, grief or depression. I offer therapy that is compassionate and non-judgemental, offering you a supportive environment to make sense of your thoughts and feelings. When life becomes this challenging it can become hard to understand how we feel or how others feel about us. Psychotherapy that has a creative approach can help you look at the issues you face from different perspectives and with a sense of emotional safety.
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Amanda Shrubb
Psychotherapist, MA, PTUK
Bedford MK45
I am a Certified Play Therapist with Play Therapy UK (PTUK). I trained using an integrative, holistic model that incorporates play and the creative arts, through the Academy of Play and Child Psychotherapy (APAC) in association with Chichester University. My sessions use a variety of creative approaches, including clay, role-play, art, music, and sand, alongside other expressive techniques tailored to each child’s individual needs.
I am a Certified Play Therapist with Play Therapy UK (PTUK). I trained using an integrative, holistic model that incorporates play and the creative arts, through the Academy of Play and Child Psychotherapy (APAC) in association with Chichester University. My sessions use a variety of creative approaches, including clay, role-play, art, music, and sand, alongside other expressive techniques tailored to each child’s individual needs.
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Sophie Ibbott Therapy
Psychotherapist, BACP
Bedford MK41
Thank you for visiting my page. My name is Sophie and I’m a Specialist Therapist in Bedford. I provide 1:1 sessions for Children, Young People, Adults and also Families.
Thank you for visiting my page. My name is Sophie and I’m a Specialist Therapist in Bedford. I provide 1:1 sessions for Children, Young People, Adults and also Families.
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Dr Jean S Penman
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP Snr. Accred
Bedford MK40
Do life events that reduce your sense of wellbeing and diminished physical performance still affect you? Are you feeling stressed and longing to enjoy life more? Is your body not working well enough? Would you like to develop further skills that make your relationships or work-life more rewarding? You may be ready to discover what may be blocking you from reaching your goals and to explore what helps. With confidential, trusted and experienced support and through your own determination, together, we can begin to find a route to discovering how change for the better can become a reality.
Do life events that reduce your sense of wellbeing and diminished physical performance still affect you? Are you feeling stressed and longing to enjoy life more? Is your body not working well enough? Would you like to develop further skills that make your relationships or work-life more rewarding? You may be ready to discover what may be blocking you from reaching your goals and to explore what helps. With confidential, trusted and experienced support and through your own determination, together, we can begin to find a route to discovering how change for the better can become a reality.
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Jules Burt
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Online Only
You might look like you’re coping on the outside but feel quietly unsure underneath. A feeling you can’t quite name, patterns you keep finding yourself in, or ongoing anxiety and pressure. You may overthink, be self-critical, hold things in, and put others’ needs before your own. You may carry experiences from earlier life or difficult periods that don’t feel big enough to name, but still affect you day to day. Perhaps there’s a quiet sense that you’re not okay, but not sure you have the right to say so, or you’re adjusting to loss or change that still feels present. Or no clear crisis—just a wish to understand yourself more deeply.
You might look like you’re coping on the outside but feel quietly unsure underneath. A feeling you can’t quite name, patterns you keep finding yourself in, or ongoing anxiety and pressure. You may overthink, be self-critical, hold things in, and put others’ needs before your own. You may carry experiences from earlier life or difficult periods that don’t feel big enough to name, but still affect you day to day. Perhaps there’s a quiet sense that you’re not okay, but not sure you have the right to say so, or you’re adjusting to loss or change that still feels present. Or no clear crisis—just a wish to understand yourself more deeply.
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Yvonne Walker
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Bedford MK40
I am an experienced, BACP registered psychodynamic psychotherapist working with adults in Bedford and Milton Keynes and online. I help individuals explore unconscious thoughts, processes and feelings to work towards a greater understanding of themselves and their lives. I work with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, stress, codependency and relationship issues. Therapy provides a safe and confidential space to explore difficult emotions and feelings, resulting from past experiences or traumas.
I am an experienced, BACP registered psychodynamic psychotherapist working with adults in Bedford and Milton Keynes and online. I help individuals explore unconscious thoughts, processes and feelings to work towards a greater understanding of themselves and their lives. I work with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, stress, codependency and relationship issues. Therapy provides a safe and confidential space to explore difficult emotions and feelings, resulting from past experiences or traumas.
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Lovelocks Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Bedford MK42
Welcome :) I'm glad you're here! Maybe you or someone you love is feeling in need of some support. With 22 years experience, I want to reassure you, I'm versed in holding a safe space, putting you at ease so that you can feel able to talk & really make sense of things. I help you to better understand yourself & others, alchemise you pain & truly heal. Sessions are set up to meet your needs & your goals. Experienced & trained in ADHD/Autism. A Self Love Expert, also offering a 12 week (Self) Love Therapy program, covering Inner Child work & more, increasing your capacity in relationships/business. Speak soon, Jodi
Welcome :) I'm glad you're here! Maybe you or someone you love is feeling in need of some support. With 22 years experience, I want to reassure you, I'm versed in holding a safe space, putting you at ease so that you can feel able to talk & really make sense of things. I help you to better understand yourself & others, alchemise you pain & truly heal. Sessions are set up to meet your needs & your goals. Experienced & trained in ADHD/Autism. A Self Love Expert, also offering a 12 week (Self) Love Therapy program, covering Inner Child work & more, increasing your capacity in relationships/business. Speak soon, Jodi
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