Geriatric Counselling in Bishop's Stortford
Hello I am Paula and my aim is to make professional counselling accessible, affordable and convenient - so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. Depression, anxiety, stress, overwhelmed are words we all hear on a daily basis when generally chatting to family, friends or work colleagues . Counselling can help us cope with those over consuming feelings. Sadly we cannot avoid trauma happening but seeking help during the trauma or even months, years later may reduce risk to further illnesses that have been linked to psychological trauma. Are you in an abusive relationship or having issues as a couple?
Hello I am Paula and my aim is to make professional counselling accessible, affordable and convenient - so anyone who struggles with life's challenges can get help. Depression, anxiety, stress, overwhelmed are words we all hear on a daily basis when generally chatting to family, friends or work colleagues . Counselling can help us cope with those over consuming feelings. Sadly we cannot avoid trauma happening but seeking help during the trauma or even months, years later may reduce risk to further illnesses that have been linked to psychological trauma. Are you in an abusive relationship or having issues as a couple?
Art is a powerful resource in psychological healing. During an art therapy session I use art making as the primary mode of expression, alongside talking with my client. You do not need to be good at art to benefit from art therapy. The artwork produced in sessions is more an expression of feelings and emotions rather than a traditional drawing or painting.
I work with children, young people, and adults. During art therapy I will help my clients to express and articulate often complex thoughts and feelings through art making. This may be following difficult or traumatic experiences which are hard to talk about.
Art is a powerful resource in psychological healing. During an art therapy session I use art making as the primary mode of expression, alongside talking with my client. You do not need to be good at art to benefit from art therapy. The artwork produced in sessions is more an expression of feelings and emotions rather than a traditional drawing or painting.
I work with children, young people, and adults. During art therapy I will help my clients to express and articulate often complex thoughts and feelings through art making. This may be following difficult or traumatic experiences which are hard to talk about.
I’m Sofia, a BACP Registered Psychodynamic Counsellor and Psychotherapist (MA) working with adults & children. Many of the people I work with struggle with the lingering effects of childhood trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, or patterns that feel hard to change, even when they want to. Together, we can explore what feels painful or confusing in your life and begin to make sense of how past experiences shape the way you feel and relate to others today. Through this understanding, you can reconnect with your emotions, reclaim precious aspects of yourself, and open space for meaning, connection, and self-acceptance.
I’m Sofia, a BACP Registered Psychodynamic Counsellor and Psychotherapist (MA) working with adults & children. Many of the people I work with struggle with the lingering effects of childhood trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, or patterns that feel hard to change, even when they want to. Together, we can explore what feels painful or confusing in your life and begin to make sense of how past experiences shape the way you feel and relate to others today. Through this understanding, you can reconnect with your emotions, reclaim precious aspects of yourself, and open space for meaning, connection, and self-acceptance.
Life can feel very complicated at times and finding someone to listen without judgement can be useful - especially when you're already feeling anxious, depressed, stuck or misunderstood. Have you been struggling with issues that feel too overwhelming to think or talk about, even with your closest friend or your partner? I can help you work out how to achieve the changes that you want in your life.
Life can feel very complicated at times and finding someone to listen without judgement can be useful - especially when you're already feeling anxious, depressed, stuck or misunderstood. Have you been struggling with issues that feel too overwhelming to think or talk about, even with your closest friend or your partner? I can help you work out how to achieve the changes that you want in your life.
Tired of overthinking, feeling anxious or trying to manage OCD on your own? I am a highly qualified and experienced Chartered Consultant Clinical Psychologist who specialises in helping people break free from anxious and obsessive patterns. I have experience of helping people with all types of OCD, particularly relationship OCD, contamination OCD and taboo themes.
Tired of overthinking, feeling anxious or trying to manage OCD on your own? I am a highly qualified and experienced Chartered Consultant Clinical Psychologist who specialises in helping people break free from anxious and obsessive patterns. I have experience of helping people with all types of OCD, particularly relationship OCD, contamination OCD and taboo themes.
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Hi, I’m glad you’re here. Life gets busy but you don’t have to carry it alone. I offer a warm, online space to work at your own pace, fitting conveniently into your schedule. As a person-centered therapist, I support adults navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, family issues, menopause, and neurodiversity. With deep experience in trauma care including volunteering at a rape crisis centre I offer a safe, gentle, and collaborative space. Bring yourself exactly as you are; let's figure it out together.
Hi, I’m glad you’re here. Life gets busy but you don’t have to carry it alone. I offer a warm, online space to work at your own pace, fitting conveniently into your schedule. As a person-centered therapist, I support adults navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, family issues, menopause, and neurodiversity. With deep experience in trauma care including volunteering at a rape crisis centre I offer a safe, gentle, and collaborative space. Bring yourself exactly as you are; let's figure it out together.
I help people feel more in control of their emotions, more self-aware, and more compassionate towards themselves. I blend professional and personal insight as a psychotherapeutic counsellor, and my background in career mentorship gives me a grounded understanding of workplace pressures and chronic stress. I work with adults, adolescents, and children, paying particular attention to the “inner child” in adults — using structured and creative methods to address unmet needs, old fears, and limiting beliefs. Together, we will work to meet life's challenges with calm, quiet self-criticism and foster genuine self-acceptance.
I help people feel more in control of their emotions, more self-aware, and more compassionate towards themselves. I blend professional and personal insight as a psychotherapeutic counsellor, and my background in career mentorship gives me a grounded understanding of workplace pressures and chronic stress. I work with adults, adolescents, and children, paying particular attention to the “inner child” in adults — using structured and creative methods to address unmet needs, old fears, and limiting beliefs. Together, we will work to meet life's challenges with calm, quiet self-criticism and foster genuine self-acceptance.
Maybe you’re feeling lost, confused, angry or overwhelmed, or maybe you have no idea how you are actually feeling?
I’m Susan and I'm an integrative therapist. My approach is humanistic and relational, I work with you to make sense of what is going on for you. Counselling isn’t about being told what to do or being “fixed”. It’s about creating a safe space where you feel able to speak openly and honestly.
My own struggles have led me to become a therapist, and I hope therapy can positively impact your life, as it did mine.
Maybe you’re feeling lost, confused, angry or overwhelmed, or maybe you have no idea how you are actually feeling?
I’m Susan and I'm an integrative therapist. My approach is humanistic and relational, I work with you to make sense of what is going on for you. Counselling isn’t about being told what to do or being “fixed”. It’s about creating a safe space where you feel able to speak openly and honestly.
My own struggles have led me to become a therapist, and I hope therapy can positively impact your life, as it did mine.
I am here to help people navigate their way through difficult times in their lives so that they are then able to move forward and experience a more fulfilling future.
I am here to help people navigate their way through difficult times in their lives so that they are then able to move forward and experience a more fulfilling future.
People come to therapy for many reasons. Sometimes it’s anxiety, low self-worth, or feeling stuck. Sometimes it’s not clear, just a sense that something isn’t right, or that you’re living in a way that doesn’t feel like your own.
I work with neurodivergent clients, including ADHD, autism, AuDHD, dyslexia, and dyspraxia, as well as LGBTQ+ clients, including those exploring gender, sexuality, or in polyamorous relationships.
Many people I work with have spent years feeling misunderstood or out of place. Therapy can offer a space to make sense of your experience, without having to mask, explain, or fit in.
People come to therapy for many reasons. Sometimes it’s anxiety, low self-worth, or feeling stuck. Sometimes it’s not clear, just a sense that something isn’t right, or that you’re living in a way that doesn’t feel like your own.
I work with neurodivergent clients, including ADHD, autism, AuDHD, dyslexia, and dyspraxia, as well as LGBTQ+ clients, including those exploring gender, sexuality, or in polyamorous relationships.
Many people I work with have spent years feeling misunderstood or out of place. Therapy can offer a space to make sense of your experience, without having to mask, explain, or fit in.
As a qualified and compassionate counsellor, registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I believe in the power of human connection and the transformative potential of therapy. My practice is enriched by an experiential learning approach that allows me to provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings without judgment.
I have extensive experience working with neurodiverse individuals, and I understand the unique challenges and strengths that come with neurodiversity. I work with clients navigating life transitions, anxiety, and self-discovery.
As a qualified and compassionate counsellor, registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I believe in the power of human connection and the transformative potential of therapy. My practice is enriched by an experiential learning approach that allows me to provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings without judgment.
I have extensive experience working with neurodiverse individuals, and I understand the unique challenges and strengths that come with neurodiversity. I work with clients navigating life transitions, anxiety, and self-discovery.
Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) is GP recommended for relationship challenges. I have effectively treated people of all ages suffering with anxiety, depression, bereavement, eating disorders, self-harm and relationship problems. I specialise in mentoring young people towards achieving their goals. I work with performing artists, professionals in sport, law, science, finance, healthcare and high-stress media occupations. I am an ACAT accredited, UKCP, BACP psychotherapist registered with the professional standards authority, providing CAT, CBT integrative and longer-term counselling from two lovely clinic venues and online.
Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) is GP recommended for relationship challenges. I have effectively treated people of all ages suffering with anxiety, depression, bereavement, eating disorders, self-harm and relationship problems. I specialise in mentoring young people towards achieving their goals. I work with performing artists, professionals in sport, law, science, finance, healthcare and high-stress media occupations. I am an ACAT accredited, UKCP, BACP psychotherapist registered with the professional standards authority, providing CAT, CBT integrative and longer-term counselling from two lovely clinic venues and online.
Essentially, therapy offers us an opportunity to learn about ourselves. And none more so than when faced with the emotional challenges that are often part of everyday life. At these times we may feel on our own, stuck and unsure of which way to turn. It may also be difficult to find someone we can trust and who will understand, or, in such a busy world, someone who has the time to listen. This is where therapy may help. I offer a calm, caring, safe, respectful and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
Essentially, therapy offers us an opportunity to learn about ourselves. And none more so than when faced with the emotional challenges that are often part of everyday life. At these times we may feel on our own, stuck and unsure of which way to turn. It may also be difficult to find someone we can trust and who will understand, or, in such a busy world, someone who has the time to listen. This is where therapy may help. I offer a calm, caring, safe, respectful and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
With 25 years specialising in addiction treatment, I combine frontline clinical expertise with academic leadership as a university lecturer in counselling and psychotherapy. I have developed and refined innovative, evidence‑informed approaches that have helped hundreds reclaim control from substance and behavioural addictions. I offer compassionate, tailored therapy for individuals, couples and families in a confidential private practice to start your recovery journey.
With 25 years specialising in addiction treatment, I combine frontline clinical expertise with academic leadership as a university lecturer in counselling and psychotherapy. I have developed and refined innovative, evidence‑informed approaches that have helped hundreds reclaim control from substance and behavioural addictions. I offer compassionate, tailored therapy for individuals, couples and families in a confidential private practice to start your recovery journey.
I am an experienced and empathic counsellor who is passionate about supporting people through life’s challenges. I work with a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression and loss.
I have experience in men’s mental health, especially supporting younger men who may be struggling to navigate and find their place in today’s world. I regularly work with women facing challenging life transitions; caring for children, teenagers and parents. I have worked with relationship and confidence issues, perimenopause, menopause, ADHD and autism as well as other issues; bereavement, redundancy, retirement, and money concerns.
I am an experienced and empathic counsellor who is passionate about supporting people through life’s challenges. I work with a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression and loss.
I have experience in men’s mental health, especially supporting younger men who may be struggling to navigate and find their place in today’s world. I regularly work with women facing challenging life transitions; caring for children, teenagers and parents. I have worked with relationship and confidence issues, perimenopause, menopause, ADHD and autism as well as other issues; bereavement, redundancy, retirement, and money concerns.
Georgina offers an exploratory space for adults, young people and couples who feel hopeless, helpless or at a loss. She provides warm and gentle therapy to anyone experiencing distress, from anxiety and depression, to trauma and abuse. She aims to hold you securely and buttress you strongly so that you can examine things that are frightening or that seem impossible to deal with. Georgina has particular clinical experience with C-PTSD and bereavement. Her first career was as a competitive swimmer and so particularly enjoys working with other athletes who are examining their relationship with their sport.
Georgina offers an exploratory space for adults, young people and couples who feel hopeless, helpless or at a loss. She provides warm and gentle therapy to anyone experiencing distress, from anxiety and depression, to trauma and abuse. She aims to hold you securely and buttress you strongly so that you can examine things that are frightening or that seem impossible to deal with. Georgina has particular clinical experience with C-PTSD and bereavement. Her first career was as a competitive swimmer and so particularly enjoys working with other athletes who are examining their relationship with their sport.
Are you anxious/depressed/stressed/unhappy? Maybe you know the issue and don't want to feel this way any more? Even if you don't exactly know what is wrong, we will work with you to find out the cause so that you can live a happier, more contented life. We aim to get to the root of the problem so that the change is permanent. If you haven't had counselling before, or feel nervous about it, please call me for an informal chat. Counselling can be (and often is) a life changing experience. We suggest a 1st session, by the end of which you will know if you want to carry on. If you are a couple we have a specialist. Feel free to call.
Are you anxious/depressed/stressed/unhappy? Maybe you know the issue and don't want to feel this way any more? Even if you don't exactly know what is wrong, we will work with you to find out the cause so that you can live a happier, more contented life. We aim to get to the root of the problem so that the change is permanent. If you haven't had counselling before, or feel nervous about it, please call me for an informal chat. Counselling can be (and often is) a life changing experience. We suggest a 1st session, by the end of which you will know if you want to carry on. If you are a couple we have a specialist. Feel free to call.
Welcome
You might be struggling with challenges such as anxiety, low mood, stress, grief, or relationship difficulties, or simply feel you don’t quite fit in and that no one really gets you, which can make the world feel harsh or isolating. Life can feel complex and demanding, and the pressures of work, family, and not being able to fully be your true self can be hard to navigate. Starting therapy can feel daunting, but simply taking the time to find a therapist who feels right for you is already a meaningful step towards happiness.
Welcome
You might be struggling with challenges such as anxiety, low mood, stress, grief, or relationship difficulties, or simply feel you don’t quite fit in and that no one really gets you, which can make the world feel harsh or isolating. Life can feel complex and demanding, and the pressures of work, family, and not being able to fully be your true self can be hard to navigate. Starting therapy can feel daunting, but simply taking the time to find a therapist who feels right for you is already a meaningful step towards happiness.
Events within our lives can leave you feeling anxious depressed and lacking in confidence. Seeking help during these difficult times can often seem overwhelming and the world can seem a scary place. I am a qualified Counsellor experienced in working with clients with addictions, or who are trying to cope with the loss of a loved one. Circumstances have left some of my clients with low self esteem and generally feeling low.
Events within our lives can leave you feeling anxious depressed and lacking in confidence. Seeking help during these difficult times can often seem overwhelming and the world can seem a scary place. I am a qualified Counsellor experienced in working with clients with addictions, or who are trying to cope with the loss of a loved one. Circumstances have left some of my clients with low self esteem and generally feeling low.
I offer therapy, including EMDR, for a range of issues commonly experienced as challenging, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, bereavement/loss, difficulties experienced in life crises and major transitions (relationships, parenthood, midlife, third act), cultural issues, low self-esteem, and identity issues (sexuality, work or cultural). I also offer Perinatal support sessions to women and men during the pregnancy stage and in the weeks following birth.
I offer therapy, including EMDR, for a range of issues commonly experienced as challenging, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, bereavement/loss, difficulties experienced in life crises and major transitions (relationships, parenthood, midlife, third act), cultural issues, low self-esteem, and identity issues (sexuality, work or cultural). I also offer Perinatal support sessions to women and men during the pregnancy stage and in the weeks following birth.
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FAQ - About Geriatric Therapy
What can a geriatric psychologist help with?
Geriatric therapists specialise in the cognitive and neurological challenges that often accompany aging, including dementia, memory loss, and age-related cognitive decline. They also address the psychological conditions that frequently co-occur with these issues, such as depression, anxiety, and grief. Geriatric therapists and psychologists are trained to assess cognitive functioning, identify symptoms that may warrant further evaluation, and conduct or refer for formal neurological assessment when needed. In many cases, geriatric therapists also work closely with medical doctors to manage a client's overall health, and they may support caregivers and family members navigating the demands of caring for an aging loved one.
Why might someone seek a geriatric psychologist?
Someone might seek a geriatric therapist when they or a loved one begins experiencing cognitive or neurological changes and is unsure whether those changes are a normal part of aging or something that requires clinical attention. A geriatric therapist can help connect families with appropriate next steps. They are also commonly sought following a new diagnosis, when clients and families are working to understand what that diagnosis means practically and emotionally, and what to expect as a condition progresses. When seeking a therapist, it can be helpful to consider whether a clinician with a stronger psychotherapy focus or one with more of a social work orientation, who can help connect clients with assisted living or medical resources, would be the better fit.
What type of therapy might a geriatric therapists specialise in?
Geriatric therapist often combine psychotherapy with psychoeducation, helping clients and their families understand cognitive and neurological conditions and what to expect as they progress. For clients experiencing anxiety or depression alongside cognitive decline, therapists may draw on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based approaches. For clients with dementia specifically, therapists may be trained in specialised modalities such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST), which is designed to preserve cognitive functioning.
Can geriatric psychologists help people who suffer from dementia?
Yes, and this is a core area of geriatric psychology. Therapists specialising in dementia can work directly with clients on memory loss and cognitive functioning, while also addressing conditions that commonly co-occur, such as depression and anxiety. They can provide caregivers with objective assessments of a client's functioning and disease progression, and are typically well-versed in community resources available to dementia patients and their families.