Female Counsellors in Blandford Forum
I offer support to all adults of any age through my support and safe environment. I tend to work with 'person-centred principles' where you can talk freely and with support, and help you find the right solutions. Everything is done in confidence, and at the right pace for you. I have used counselling myself in the past, and I know the value of that confidential space to explore all of my thinking and to help me move forward.
I offer support to all adults of any age through my support and safe environment. I tend to work with 'person-centred principles' where you can talk freely and with support, and help you find the right solutions. Everything is done in confidence, and at the right pace for you. I have used counselling myself in the past, and I know the value of that confidential space to explore all of my thinking and to help me move forward.
Hello. My name is Sally. I’m an experienced therapist and I’d like to be able to help.
Starting, or returning to therapy can feel daunting. Maybe you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, or worried, or low for a while now and have been hoping things will improve on their own. Maybe there are signs that things aren’t okay in your life just now: it might be strained relationships, low self-esteem, feeling overwhelmed by the demands in your life, feeling a sense of loss, unprocessed traumatic experiences, unmanageable stress levels, rising anxiety, addictive behaviours or developing obsessions.
Hello. My name is Sally. I’m an experienced therapist and I’d like to be able to help.
Starting, or returning to therapy can feel daunting. Maybe you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, or worried, or low for a while now and have been hoping things will improve on their own. Maybe there are signs that things aren’t okay in your life just now: it might be strained relationships, low self-esteem, feeling overwhelmed by the demands in your life, feeling a sense of loss, unprocessed traumatic experiences, unmanageable stress levels, rising anxiety, addictive behaviours or developing obsessions.
Do you find yourself overthinking everything, putting other people first, or feeling as though you've lost touch with yourself? Perhaps you're struggling with anxiety, questioning your confidence or identity, or navigating pregnancy, becoming a parent, relationship changes or another period of uncertainty.
You might seem to be coping on the outside while underneath you're feeling overwhelmed, exhausted or unsure of yourself. I offer a warm, down-to-earth space where you can talk openly about what's happening, begin to understand yourself and explore what you need, without judgement or pressure to have everything figured out.
Do you find yourself overthinking everything, putting other people first, or feeling as though you've lost touch with yourself? Perhaps you're struggling with anxiety, questioning your confidence or identity, or navigating pregnancy, becoming a parent, relationship changes or another period of uncertainty.
You might seem to be coping on the outside while underneath you're feeling overwhelmed, exhausted or unsure of yourself. I offer a warm, down-to-earth space where you can talk openly about what's happening, begin to understand yourself and explore what you need, without judgement or pressure to have everything figured out.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist, offering online and face to face appointments. Counselling is usually short-term, focusing on specific issues, whereas psychotherapy involves longer-term work addressing deep-rooted issues.
I specialise in working with children and young people, and currently work in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) for NHS in Dorset and I am a counsellor for Mosaic - the Children's bereavement charity.
I was previously the Health Justice Lead for REACH Drug & Alcohol services for four years and I specialise in trauma, having worked in refuge and the Sexual Trauma and Recovery charity STARS.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist, offering online and face to face appointments. Counselling is usually short-term, focusing on specific issues, whereas psychotherapy involves longer-term work addressing deep-rooted issues.
I specialise in working with children and young people, and currently work in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) for NHS in Dorset and I am a counsellor for Mosaic - the Children's bereavement charity.
I was previously the Health Justice Lead for REACH Drug & Alcohol services for four years and I specialise in trauma, having worked in refuge and the Sexual Trauma and Recovery charity STARS.
Hi, I'm Nicky
It can be incredibly hard to try to figure it all out on your own.
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, or are exhausted from navigating this world, these feelings are often the result of a constant clash between your inner world and the world around you.
My practice is inspired by the concept of a ‘Pensieve‘ – the kind of space where you can put the world on hold for a while and work through what is troubling you from a fresh perspective. Having a space to offload makes it easier to gain new insights and find ways forward that work for you.
Hi, I'm Nicky
It can be incredibly hard to try to figure it all out on your own.
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, or are exhausted from navigating this world, these feelings are often the result of a constant clash between your inner world and the world around you.
My practice is inspired by the concept of a ‘Pensieve‘ – the kind of space where you can put the world on hold for a while and work through what is troubling you from a fresh perspective. Having a space to offload makes it easier to gain new insights and find ways forward that work for you.
I am a transformational life and career coach: I change lives, and I am passionate about what I do. Having radically transformed my own life, both professional and personal, I am now dedicated to working with others to help them do the same. You can have the life you dream of. Are you ready to commit to making a significant change in your life? Do you want to identify your inner strengths and weaknesses and learn how to use these to love the life you have been blessed with? If these sound familiar then coaching with me may be the answer you have been looking for.
I am a transformational life and career coach: I change lives, and I am passionate about what I do. Having radically transformed my own life, both professional and personal, I am now dedicated to working with others to help them do the same. You can have the life you dream of. Are you ready to commit to making a significant change in your life? Do you want to identify your inner strengths and weaknesses and learn how to use these to love the life you have been blessed with? If these sound familiar then coaching with me may be the answer you have been looking for.
Are you navigating a major life change, struggling with self-doubt, or trying to rebuild your daily structures after a significant loss? As an Accredited BACP professional, I have transitioned my practice framework from traditional mental health counseling to a highly structured, forward-focused coaching approach. I provide an empathetic, confidential, and judgment-free online space designed specifically for individuals who are ready to turn insight into actionable growth.
Are you navigating a major life change, struggling with self-doubt, or trying to rebuild your daily structures after a significant loss? As an Accredited BACP professional, I have transitioned my practice framework from traditional mental health counseling to a highly structured, forward-focused coaching approach. I provide an empathetic, confidential, and judgment-free online space designed specifically for individuals who are ready to turn insight into actionable growth.
My ideal clients are people experiencing migraines, chronic headaches, anxiety, or physical symptoms without a clear medical cause. Many feel frustrated when medical tests show no answers, yet symptoms persist.
They come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or curious about deeper patterns behind their symptoms. In our work, we explore the mind–body connection, including stress, emotional tension, and internal pressure.
I offer a calm, supportive space where clients can develop awareness, process emotions, and reduce tension. Over time, this can help improve emotional balance and reduce the intensity or frequency of symptoms.
My ideal clients are people experiencing migraines, chronic headaches, anxiety, or physical symptoms without a clear medical cause. Many feel frustrated when medical tests show no answers, yet symptoms persist.
They come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or curious about deeper patterns behind their symptoms. In our work, we explore the mind–body connection, including stress, emotional tension, and internal pressure.
I offer a calm, supportive space where clients can develop awareness, process emotions, and reduce tension. Over time, this can help improve emotional balance and reduce the intensity or frequency of symptoms.
Headland Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Blandford Forum DT11
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Dr of Clinical Psychology and EMDR therapist with over twenty years qualified experience working in the NHS. I can offer tailored assessment and formulation to understand your difficulty and consider what type of support will help you. I am particularly passionate about offering therapeutic support to adults and adolescents experiencing distress from trauma and stress. If you have PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) or you are feeling stuck re-experiencing your difficult experiences, struggling with sleep or struggling with anxiety/low mood/ irritability following trauma then I can offer help with these difficulties.
I am a Dr of Clinical Psychology and EMDR therapist with over twenty years qualified experience working in the NHS. I can offer tailored assessment and formulation to understand your difficulty and consider what type of support will help you. I am particularly passionate about offering therapeutic support to adults and adolescents experiencing distress from trauma and stress. If you have PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) or you are feeling stuck re-experiencing your difficult experiences, struggling with sleep or struggling with anxiety/low mood/ irritability following trauma then I can offer help with these difficulties.
When life gets tough we can find ourselves feeling stressed, anxious and overwhelmed. At these times talking to someone else can be helpful to make sense of what is going on. Perhaps you are experiencing loss or bereavement, or a significant transition in your home, work or relationships. Living with uncertainty and change can stir up uncomfortable feelings in us like anxiety, depression, anger or sadness. Whatever is going on for you, I can provide you with the time and space to think things through, and together we will work to make sense of what is going on and find a way forward.
When life gets tough we can find ourselves feeling stressed, anxious and overwhelmed. At these times talking to someone else can be helpful to make sense of what is going on. Perhaps you are experiencing loss or bereavement, or a significant transition in your home, work or relationships. Living with uncertainty and change can stir up uncomfortable feelings in us like anxiety, depression, anger or sadness. Whatever is going on for you, I can provide you with the time and space to think things through, and together we will work to make sense of what is going on and find a way forward.
Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile.
You might be feeling anxious, depressed, stressed, or overwhelmed. You maybe facing challenges at work or in your relationships or struggling with low self-esteem. If you have experienced trauma, whether in childhood or adulthood, you might be affected by painful memories, flashbacks, or nightmares that continue to disrupt your life, even years after the event.
Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile.
You might be feeling anxious, depressed, stressed, or overwhelmed. You maybe facing challenges at work or in your relationships or struggling with low self-esteem. If you have experienced trauma, whether in childhood or adulthood, you might be affected by painful memories, flashbacks, or nightmares that continue to disrupt your life, even years after the event.
I offer online and inperson individualised therapeutic interventions to clients committed to change. I offer a transpersonal, multidimensional approach designed to help you heal and more importantly move beyond the obstacles which hold you back and dim your light. I have a special interest in narcissistic abuse and childhood trauma, however my work is not limited to these areas. I am committed to use both my training and lived experience to help clients on their journey of recovery and healing enabling them live a transformed, purposeful fulfilled life.
I offer online and inperson individualised therapeutic interventions to clients committed to change. I offer a transpersonal, multidimensional approach designed to help you heal and more importantly move beyond the obstacles which hold you back and dim your light. I have a special interest in narcissistic abuse and childhood trauma, however my work is not limited to these areas. I am committed to use both my training and lived experience to help clients on their journey of recovery and healing enabling them live a transformed, purposeful fulfilled life.
I am an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist. I offer telephone and webcam appointments. Please contact me if you would like to arrange a confidential meeting to see if my approach might be right for you. You might have a specific problem such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties or something very specific that you want to talk about or you might not know exactly what is wrong but would like to take some time to understand yourself better. You don’t have to be a weird person with an unusual problem to have counselling or psychotherapy
I am an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist. I offer telephone and webcam appointments. Please contact me if you would like to arrange a confidential meeting to see if my approach might be right for you. You might have a specific problem such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties or something very specific that you want to talk about or you might not know exactly what is wrong but would like to take some time to understand yourself better. You don’t have to be a weird person with an unusual problem to have counselling or psychotherapy
Struggling with self worth and never feeling good enough or wanting to explore why you struggle with anxious and depressive thoughts.
Maybe you motivation is to work on boundaries with others, whether at work or in your personal life. Dealing with family and friends over stepping, in a people pleasing circle and not putting yourself first?
Whether your looking for long or short term sessions, you will have a safe warm non judgemental space to explore your thoughts and feelings. Learning new skills and techniques to empower you and gain the confidence you always had. Change your perspectives from negative thinking to empowered.
Struggling with self worth and never feeling good enough or wanting to explore why you struggle with anxious and depressive thoughts.
Maybe you motivation is to work on boundaries with others, whether at work or in your personal life. Dealing with family and friends over stepping, in a people pleasing circle and not putting yourself first?
Whether your looking for long or short term sessions, you will have a safe warm non judgemental space to explore your thoughts and feelings. Learning new skills and techniques to empower you and gain the confidence you always had. Change your perspectives from negative thinking to empowered.
I provide therapeutic experiences through counselling, coaching and psychotherapy. At this time I prefer to offer intensive bursts for those of you who don’t like to commit to long term or open ended sessions.
I listen carefully and help you get the skills you need to help with your challenges and feelings.
I draw on a range of approaches and have trained in trauma based therapies, family and group therapy, Transactional Analysis, Gestalt and Drama-therapy.
I provide therapeutic experiences through counselling, coaching and psychotherapy. At this time I prefer to offer intensive bursts for those of you who don’t like to commit to long term or open ended sessions.
I listen carefully and help you get the skills you need to help with your challenges and feelings.
I draw on a range of approaches and have trained in trauma based therapies, family and group therapy, Transactional Analysis, Gestalt and Drama-therapy.
You may be feeling weighed down by sadness or a sense of hopelessness, with little energy or motivation for what lies ahead. You might be experiencing ongoing stress or anxiety, feeling disconnected or alone even when others are around. At times, you may notice irritability or anger showing up in ways that don’t feel like the real you, leaving you feeling frustrated or misunderstood.
You don’t have to face these experiences on your own. Counselling can offer a supportive space to explore what is happening for you, understand where these feelings may come from, and find healthier ways to cope and move forward. With the right support
You may be feeling weighed down by sadness or a sense of hopelessness, with little energy or motivation for what lies ahead. You might be experiencing ongoing stress or anxiety, feeling disconnected or alone even when others are around. At times, you may notice irritability or anger showing up in ways that don’t feel like the real you, leaving you feeling frustrated or misunderstood.
You don’t have to face these experiences on your own. Counselling can offer a supportive space to explore what is happening for you, understand where these feelings may come from, and find healthier ways to cope and move forward. With the right support
I aim to provide a warm, supportive and consistent space to encourage you to find ways to explore your thoughts and feelings. I believe that the therapeutic relationship between client and counsellor is very important, as is the need to feel safe in the therapeutic environment. To this end I am reliable, calm, empathic and honest with my clients. Within our sessions my integrative training allows me to draw on different ideas and approaches, meaning I can tailor my work for each individual person.
I aim to provide a warm, supportive and consistent space to encourage you to find ways to explore your thoughts and feelings. I believe that the therapeutic relationship between client and counsellor is very important, as is the need to feel safe in the therapeutic environment. To this end I am reliable, calm, empathic and honest with my clients. Within our sessions my integrative training allows me to draw on different ideas and approaches, meaning I can tailor my work for each individual person.
There are times in life when we feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck disconnected from ourselves or others — when our usual ways of coping no longer seem to help. You don’t have to face this alone. I offer a calm, compassionate space where you can talk openly and feel heard without judgment. As a compassionate, experienced integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I draw on Systemic, Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, and CBT approaches to support understanding, bring hope, healing, and meaningful change.
There are times in life when we feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck disconnected from ourselves or others — when our usual ways of coping no longer seem to help. You don’t have to face this alone. I offer a calm, compassionate space where you can talk openly and feel heard without judgment. As a compassionate, experienced integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I draw on Systemic, Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, and CBT approaches to support understanding, bring hope, healing, and meaningful change.
Do you struggle with feeling at ease? Do you find it difficult to relax and to take time to really connect with the people and world around you? Do you find yourself in overdrive, finding it difficult to slow down? Do you then find yourself running out of energy, entering a state of collapse where it is difficult to do the things you need to do? Are these times fraught with self-criticism for not performing as you should? It may be that you would describe yourself as anxious or depressed. You may find that these difficulties are causing unpleasant physical symptoms or making it difficult to gain enjoyment from life.
Do you struggle with feeling at ease? Do you find it difficult to relax and to take time to really connect with the people and world around you? Do you find yourself in overdrive, finding it difficult to slow down? Do you then find yourself running out of energy, entering a state of collapse where it is difficult to do the things you need to do? Are these times fraught with self-criticism for not performing as you should? It may be that you would describe yourself as anxious or depressed. You may find that these difficulties are causing unpleasant physical symptoms or making it difficult to gain enjoyment from life.
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I’m a warm, down to earth counsellor offering an understanding environment for you to feel relaxed and at ease. So you can begin to make sense of the challenges impacting how you feel, your relationships and daily life and find a way through. Choosing the right person can be difficult so I offer a free 15min intro call to ask any questions and help you decide. I support all ages in areas such as bereavement and loss, anxiety, self-esteem and confidence issues, eating disorders and trauma that you are struggling to cope with. Helping you to feel seen and heard to strengthen your self esteem and resilience through our work together.
I’m a warm, down to earth counsellor offering an understanding environment for you to feel relaxed and at ease. So you can begin to make sense of the challenges impacting how you feel, your relationships and daily life and find a way through. Choosing the right person can be difficult so I offer a free 15min intro call to ask any questions and help you decide. I support all ages in areas such as bereavement and loss, anxiety, self-esteem and confidence issues, eating disorders and trauma that you are struggling to cope with. Helping you to feel seen and heard to strengthen your self esteem and resilience through our work together.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with therapists of a specific gender. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
What are the advantages of seeing a female therapist?
Many people - not just women - prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. Women who see a female therapist may also feel freer to discuss challenges that are closely tied to gender, such as life transitions including motherhood or menopause. Some clients who instinctively feel more comfortable disclosing to women may find it easier to broach sensitive subjects with a female therapist. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Is therapy different for men and women?
Therapy can be different for men and women insofar as gender plays a role in the challenges an individual faces and the events in life an individual has experienced. Women often face different expectations from their families, friends, and society than men do. In some cases, women might feel most comfortable expressing themselves differently from how men do. Talking about one's feelings and emotions is a critical part of most therapies, and some women might find it comes more naturally when talking to a female therapist. Ultimately, though, therapeutic treatment should be tailored to the individual's specific needs.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I enquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK - even encouraged! - to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.