Dementia Counselling in Bicester

Ewa Hughes
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Bicester OX26
I am Qualified Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist, dedicated to helping every individual thrive in their own way, according to their specific need. Tailored to each individual I use varieties of therapeutic treatments including Person-Centred Therapy, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, Transactional Analyses, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), also relaxation techniques.
I am Qualified Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist, dedicated to helping every individual thrive in their own way, according to their specific need. Tailored to each individual I use varieties of therapeutic treatments including Person-Centred Therapy, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, Transactional Analyses, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), also relaxation techniques.
01869 943671 View 01869 943671
Hannah Gattrell
Counsellor, MBACP
Bicester OX26
I can support you if you are struggling to make sense of your identity, your relationships, or distressing changes in your life. I offer integrative humanistic therapy both online and face to face. Get in touch for a free 15 minute introductory call. You may wish to make sense of childhood and how its challenges still affect you. You may need to explore a new understanding of yourself as neuro-divergent. You may be processing questions about gender or sexuality. These thoughts can feel scary to voice to family and friends. I offer a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space to explore these feelings.
I can support you if you are struggling to make sense of your identity, your relationships, or distressing changes in your life. I offer integrative humanistic therapy both online and face to face. Get in touch for a free 15 minute introductory call. You may wish to make sense of childhood and how its challenges still affect you. You may need to explore a new understanding of yourself as neuro-divergent. You may be processing questions about gender or sexuality. These thoughts can feel scary to voice to family and friends. I offer a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space to explore these feelings.
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Paul Masters
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello and welcome. Making the decision to begin therapy or counselling can be anxiety provoking. It is important, therefore, to find the right therapist or counsellor for you, as this is a vital element of the psychotherapeutic process. Finding a therapist or counsellor you feel safe with and with whom you have a sense of connection will enable you to explore the issues you are experiencing. People of all ethnicities and social backgrounds seek therapy for a plethora of reasons, and I welcome patients whatever their culture, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, or gender.
Hello and welcome. Making the decision to begin therapy or counselling can be anxiety provoking. It is important, therefore, to find the right therapist or counsellor for you, as this is a vital element of the psychotherapeutic process. Finding a therapist or counsellor you feel safe with and with whom you have a sense of connection will enable you to explore the issues you are experiencing. People of all ethnicities and social backgrounds seek therapy for a plethora of reasons, and I welcome patients whatever their culture, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, or gender.
020 3962 1621 View 020 3962 1621
Kate O'Donnell
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello I’m Kate, I know that taking the first step to come to therapy can be daunting but my aim is to offer you a safe space where you can truly be yourself. Please note that I am away from October 16th to 26th and will respond to messages after this.
Hello I’m Kate, I know that taking the first step to come to therapy can be daunting but my aim is to offer you a safe space where you can truly be yourself. Please note that I am away from October 16th to 26th and will respond to messages after this.
01295 237366 View 01295 237366

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Anthony ioannidis
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
Feeling burned out, at a crossroads, or uncertain about where you’re headed? Want to explore your identity or sexuality, or build more fulfilling relationships? I work with people who are questioning what they want from their lives, relationships, work and themselves. I offer a non-judgmental space to make sense of what you’re experiencing and explore the parts of yourself that can be difficult to talk about. Oh, and I’m kink-positive. For some people that’s important information; for others it’s a phrase they skim straight past. Either way, you’re welcome here.
Feeling burned out, at a crossroads, or uncertain about where you’re headed? Want to explore your identity or sexuality, or build more fulfilling relationships? I work with people who are questioning what they want from their lives, relationships, work and themselves. I offer a non-judgmental space to make sense of what you’re experiencing and explore the parts of yourself that can be difficult to talk about. Oh, and I’m kink-positive. For some people that’s important information; for others it’s a phrase they skim straight past. Either way, you’re welcome here.
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Esther Ramsay-Jones
Psychotherapist, PhD, BPC
Marlow SL7
I have over fifteen years of experience in supporting adults, older adults and young adults in various settings.
With experience in palliative care and counselling settings, I have come to recognise that we can change profoundly through the therapeutic process. We may be ever shifting throughout the lifecourse, yet sometimes are frustrated by repeating moments of stuckness. As a BPC-registered organisational therapist and counsellor, with an MSc in Psychodynamic Counselling & Psychotherapy and psychoanalytically informed PhD, our work may involve developing awareness of both those internal and external obstacles to discover greater freedoms in life. My specialism is in supporting people with chronic illness, deep grief and loss.
I have over fifteen years of experience in supporting adults, older adults and young adults in various settings.
With experience in palliative care and counselling settings, I have come to recognise that we can change profoundly through the therapeutic process. We may be ever shifting throughout the lifecourse, yet sometimes are frustrated by repeating moments of stuckness. As a BPC-registered organisational therapist and counsellor, with an MSc in Psychodynamic Counselling & Psychotherapy and psychoanalytically informed PhD, our work may involve developing awareness of both those internal and external obstacles to discover greater freedoms in life. My specialism is in supporting people with chronic illness, deep grief and loss.
01628 334457 View 01628 334457
Boost My Mood (Online Therapy)
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
Reaching out for therapy can feel difficult, especially when you have been carrying things quietly for a long time or are unsure where to begin. Many people come when they feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally stuck, affected by relationships, loss, low confidence or ongoing stress, and simply want a safe space to think clearly, feel understood and make sense of what they are experiencing
Reaching out for therapy can feel difficult, especially when you have been carrying things quietly for a long time or are unsure where to begin. Many people come when they feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally stuck, affected by relationships, loss, low confidence or ongoing stress, and simply want a safe space to think clearly, feel understood and make sense of what they are experiencing
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Tim Shore
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Hi there, I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist, trained to understand the different ways in which psychological distress can present itself and impact upon people’s lives. The breadth of my training and clinical experience enables me to draw upon different therapeutic approaches, thus allowing for a flexible approach, tailored to a person's needs and own set of circumstances. I will aim to help you better understand the underlying causes of your difficulties, supporting you along the way to make meaningful changes in the way you approach difficult situations in your work, with your partner or family, and in your social life.
Hi there, I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist, trained to understand the different ways in which psychological distress can present itself and impact upon people’s lives. The breadth of my training and clinical experience enables me to draw upon different therapeutic approaches, thus allowing for a flexible approach, tailored to a person's needs and own set of circumstances. I will aim to help you better understand the underlying causes of your difficulties, supporting you along the way to make meaningful changes in the way you approach difficult situations in your work, with your partner or family, and in your social life.
01793 540478 View 01793 540478
Ian Scott
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
I have worked in the NHS for over 20 years and I realise that therapy can be a new and unusual approach for people. I often work with folk who are finding things hard, and need a neutral form of support. I can offer direct support, teaching and practice in cognitive and behavioural techniques, or relaxation and mindfulness ideas to help. The goals that a person wants to work towards might be crystal clear to them, or they might refine these as we work together.
I have worked in the NHS for over 20 years and I realise that therapy can be a new and unusual approach for people. I often work with folk who are finding things hard, and need a neutral form of support. I can offer direct support, teaching and practice in cognitive and behavioural techniques, or relaxation and mindfulness ideas to help. The goals that a person wants to work towards might be crystal clear to them, or they might refine these as we work together.
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I believe everyone has the capacity for growth, healing and positive change. I offer a safe, warm and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, respected and understood. Working from a person-centred approach, I see you as the expert in your own life. Together, we can explore challenges such as anxiety, low self-esteem, loss, relationship difficulties or life transitions. With empathy and compassion, I will support you in gaining insight, reconnecting with your strengths and moving forward with greater confidence and clarity, at a pace that feels right for you.
I believe everyone has the capacity for growth, healing and positive change. I offer a safe, warm and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, respected and understood. Working from a person-centred approach, I see you as the expert in your own life. Together, we can explore challenges such as anxiety, low self-esteem, loss, relationship difficulties or life transitions. With empathy and compassion, I will support you in gaining insight, reconnecting with your strengths and moving forward with greater confidence and clarity, at a pace that feels right for you.
020 4652 9280 View 020 4652 9280
Holly Jordan
Counsellor, MBACP
Marlow SL7
Entering counselling for the first time can fill you with worries and anxiety. It is important for me to create a setting so anxiety begins to ease, enabling exploration to occur. I would like to offer you a safe, warm, non judgemental space to provide security that is needed for exploration that we can take together. To have a trusting relationship between therapist and client is fundamental to bring about positive change and to be understood is to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, your relationships and your past experiences.
Entering counselling for the first time can fill you with worries and anxiety. It is important for me to create a setting so anxiety begins to ease, enabling exploration to occur. I would like to offer you a safe, warm, non judgemental space to provide security that is needed for exploration that we can take together. To have a trusting relationship between therapist and client is fundamental to bring about positive change and to be understood is to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, your relationships and your past experiences.
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Lizzie Thomson
Counsellor, BACP
2 Endorsed
Wendover HP22
I offer a calm, nurturing space for adults, teenagers, and young people aged 11+. Clients come to me for many reasons, including: stress, anxiety, or low mood burnout or emotional exhaustion caring responsibilities identity exploration feeling different, misunderstood, or overwhelmed wanting space to focus on their own wellbeing You don’t need to be in crisis to come to counselling — sometimes it’s simply about having a space that’s yours. I believe each client’s experience is unique, and I work collaboratively to create a warm, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences safely.
I offer a calm, nurturing space for adults, teenagers, and young people aged 11+. Clients come to me for many reasons, including: stress, anxiety, or low mood burnout or emotional exhaustion caring responsibilities identity exploration feeling different, misunderstood, or overwhelmed wanting space to focus on their own wellbeing You don’t need to be in crisis to come to counselling — sometimes it’s simply about having a space that’s yours. I believe each client’s experience is unique, and I work collaboratively to create a warm, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences safely.
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Dr Christine Gregory
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Being human is uniquely challenging. Unexpected (& even expected!) life events, our individual experiences and changes in our personal lives can impact us more than we know. We become quite skilled at developing both helpful and not-so-helpful coping strategies. These work for some time. Until they don't. That's when we may need help to understand and make sense of what we've been dealing with. That's where I come in! We'll work together to understand your unique situation and what you want to change. The hope is that together, we'll help you get back on track and feel like a better version of yourself.
Being human is uniquely challenging. Unexpected (& even expected!) life events, our individual experiences and changes in our personal lives can impact us more than we know. We become quite skilled at developing both helpful and not-so-helpful coping strategies. These work for some time. Until they don't. That's when we may need help to understand and make sense of what we've been dealing with. That's where I come in! We'll work together to understand your unique situation and what you want to change. The hope is that together, we'll help you get back on track and feel like a better version of yourself.
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Jayne Wright
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Oxford OX3
Hello and welcome to my profile. You maybe considering therapy for current or past experiences, to change old patterns, due significant life event or know that life just doesn't feel right. These challenges in life can lead to feeling isolated and alone. In therapy, you are not alone, I shall be with you in your journey to wellbeing. I work with people with many different issues including, ruminating, anxiety, climate/eco fears, depression, dyslexia, relationship conflict, body issues, after a trauma event As an integrative therapist I can use different therapeutic approaches to tailor the therapy to suit your individual needs.
Hello and welcome to my profile. You maybe considering therapy for current or past experiences, to change old patterns, due significant life event or know that life just doesn't feel right. These challenges in life can lead to feeling isolated and alone. In therapy, you are not alone, I shall be with you in your journey to wellbeing. I work with people with many different issues including, ruminating, anxiety, climate/eco fears, depression, dyslexia, relationship conflict, body issues, after a trauma event As an integrative therapist I can use different therapeutic approaches to tailor the therapy to suit your individual needs.
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Julie Lesslie
Counsellor, MBACP
Chesham HP5
I am a person-centred Counsellor and a registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy). There are times in life when people can experience unmanageable or emotionally overwhelming feelings and behaviours or maybe a trauma that may persist even if there is support from friends and loved ones. I encourage my clients to fully explore their experiences and help them accept who they are and what is out of their personal control, so they can better understand their current situation and improve their lives.
I am a person-centred Counsellor and a registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy). There are times in life when people can experience unmanageable or emotionally overwhelming feelings and behaviours or maybe a trauma that may persist even if there is support from friends and loved ones. I encourage my clients to fully explore their experiences and help them accept who they are and what is out of their personal control, so they can better understand their current situation and improve their lives.
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Jozef Bries
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Oxford OX4
I am a psychotherapist and counsellor with over 13 years clinical experience both in the NHS, voluntary and private sectors and also in private practice. I am originally a paramedic and helicopter flight paramedic with over 21 years clinical experience in this field. I have worked with many patients with a broad range of issues, problems and concerns both short term and for many years.
I am a psychotherapist and counsellor with over 13 years clinical experience both in the NHS, voluntary and private sectors and also in private practice. I am originally a paramedic and helicopter flight paramedic with over 21 years clinical experience in this field. I have worked with many patients with a broad range of issues, problems and concerns both short term and for many years.
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Coral Dawn Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
As a person-centred counsellor, I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, whether online, via telephone, or Zoom. Our sessions are led by you, encouraging self-awareness and personal growth as you share what matters most to you—be it relationships, childhood, emotions, or life challenges. I respect your pace and comfort, offering a free initial call and assessment to determine if we're a good fit for working together. Your insights and feelings are central, and I am here to support you in understanding yourself better and navigating your unique journey.
As a person-centred counsellor, I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences, whether online, via telephone, or Zoom. Our sessions are led by you, encouraging self-awareness and personal growth as you share what matters most to you—be it relationships, childhood, emotions, or life challenges. I respect your pace and comfort, offering a free initial call and assessment to determine if we're a good fit for working together. Your insights and feelings are central, and I am here to support you in understanding yourself better and navigating your unique journey.
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Vicky Lynch
Counsellor, MBACP
I am a registered BACP therapeutic counsellor and offer a safe and non judgemental space to talk through whatever difficulties you are having. I am passionate about supporting my clients to achieve their fullest potential, working collaboratively to enable self growth and positive change. Sometimes in life we can feel alone, over-whelmed, stuck, have low self-esteem and feel misunderstood. Counselling offers a unique opportunity to explore your thoughts and feelings, make sense of things and feel heard and understood. Taking that first step can be daunting but it can be the first step in moving forward and bringing about change.
I am a registered BACP therapeutic counsellor and offer a safe and non judgemental space to talk through whatever difficulties you are having. I am passionate about supporting my clients to achieve their fullest potential, working collaboratively to enable self growth and positive change. Sometimes in life we can feel alone, over-whelmed, stuck, have low self-esteem and feel misunderstood. Counselling offers a unique opportunity to explore your thoughts and feelings, make sense of things and feel heard and understood. Taking that first step can be daunting but it can be the first step in moving forward and bringing about change.
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Nicki Conway
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Many people reach out when life feels overwhelming, confusing, or emotionally heavy. There may be moments of clarity and moments of uncertainty, and both can feel hard to navigate on your own. I offer a calm, steady space where things can slow down enough for you to explore what feels difficult, including the parts of your experience that may be uncomfortable or unclear. Through a humanistic integrative approach, we pay attention to your thoughts, feelings, and relational patterns in the present moment, while also gently exploring how earlier experiences may shape how you protect yourself or connect with others today.
Many people reach out when life feels overwhelming, confusing, or emotionally heavy. There may be moments of clarity and moments of uncertainty, and both can feel hard to navigate on your own. I offer a calm, steady space where things can slow down enough for you to explore what feels difficult, including the parts of your experience that may be uncomfortable or unclear. Through a humanistic integrative approach, we pay attention to your thoughts, feelings, and relational patterns in the present moment, while also gently exploring how earlier experiences may shape how you protect yourself or connect with others today.
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Rachael O’Brien
Counsellor, BACP
I am a level 7 qualified integrative counsellor MBACP registered. I have been working within mental health services for over 10 years both in secure hospital settings and 3 years as a counsellor in community charities. I have studied BSc psychology and counselling and recently Post Graduate Diploma in counselling. I work integratively with a passion for identity and authenticity work. I aim to explore the inner self , positive self-worth , meaningful relationships and trauma focused experiences. I understand how it feels to be lost, confused and unsure of “who am I anymore?” . I want to get to know you and help you know yourself too
I am a level 7 qualified integrative counsellor MBACP registered. I have been working within mental health services for over 10 years both in secure hospital settings and 3 years as a counsellor in community charities. I have studied BSc psychology and counselling and recently Post Graduate Diploma in counselling. I work integratively with a passion for identity and authenticity work. I aim to explore the inner self , positive self-worth , meaningful relationships and trauma focused experiences. I understand how it feels to be lost, confused and unsure of “who am I anymore?” . I want to get to know you and help you know yourself too
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Dementia Counsellors
Can dementia patients benefit from counselling?
Dementia patients can often benefit significantly from counselling. While neurologists typically treat dementia itself, counsellors provide crucial emotional support for patients and their families. Therapists specializing in dementia can help clients navigate aging, end-of-life issues, social isolation, sleep challenges, and grief. They can also assist clients in adapting to the disease by addressing caregiving concerns and supporting family members. Counsellors will often also collaborate with a patient's neurologist or other medical providers to manage dementia symptoms and medication needs.

How can you tell if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's?
To determine if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's disease, there are several signs and diagnostic methods that medical professionals use. Early signs of dementia often include memory loss, difficulty with problem-solving, and challenges in completing familiar tasks. Diagnosing dementia or Alzheimer's requires a comprehensive approach, as there is no single definitive test, and initial diagnosis can sometimes be difficult as symptoms tend to worsen progressively over time. To make a diagnosis, medical professionals typically use a combination of methods, including standardized questionnaires and cognitive tests to assess memory, attention, and problem-solving skills, psychiatric evaluations to understand mental health status, brain scans to look for physical changes in the brain, as well as other medical tests to rule out other conditions.

What are the first-line treatment options for Alzheimer’s disease?
There is no cure for Alzheimer's disease, but catching the disease in its early-to-moderate phases can be beneficial in order to initiate first-line treatments to help manage symptoms. Medications such as galantamine, rivastigmine, and donepezil are examples of cholinesterase inhibitors that are commonly prescribed for Alzheimer’s disease. In addition, working with a therapist or social worker can also often help patients with the disease address common behavioural and lifestyle concerns, such as anxiety, depression, irritability, sleep problems, social support, and housing changes.

When to seek treatment for Alzheimer’s?
It’s best to seek treatment at the first signs of Alzheimer's. Early warning signs of Alzheimer’s include memory problems, such as forgetting appointments or directions, as well as trouble concentrating, paying attention, retrieving words, and carrying out daily household tasks. An early diagnosis can help people slow the progression of the disease with medication and plan for the future in terms of housing, social/caregiving support, and finances.