Female Counselling in Borehamwood
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Yifat Hollander
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
Verified
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I have a special interest in transgenerational trauma and
women
’s health and have been working with
women
across the life cycle, e.
I have been practicing as a counselling psychologist for over 14 years, in the NHS, voluntary sector, private sector and Higher education. I also work as a clinical supervisor and as a university lecturer. I am registered with the British Psychological Society and HCPC.
Not accepting new clients
Jordana Brayam
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
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I have trained with Postpartum Support International (PSI) to work with
women
who may be struggling in pregnancy and postpartum.
I am an integrative psychotherapist/counsellor, meaning I have been trained to use a variety of approaches to be able to work fluidly with you and whatever issue has led you to seek therapy. Part of human experience is to encounter challenges in many different guises. Sometimes these challenges upset our inner equilibrium and that can feel very difficult and overwhelming to cope with. Maybe you have been coping with something for a long time? Perhaps you are looking for support beyond family and friends? My strength is in my ability to create a warm, supportive space in which you can talk without fear of being dismissed or judged.
Dr Mona Michels
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
Verified
Verified
Hello, I'm Dr Mona Michels - a warm, friendly, and highly experienced Counselling Psychologist based in NW London. I specialise in treating anxiety, depression, stress, and much more. Alongside consulting at the Priory and HCA private hospitals I have my own private practice in Elstree. I offer Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) as the main therapy option as it's proven to help with a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, panic attacks, OCD etc. I also sometimes use integrative therapy.
Simone Russell
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified
Verified
You may Consider counselling for various reasons, there could be a combination of unresolved issues, perhaps difficulties , understanding present day triggers. Coming to counselling is a big step in recognizing that clarity and movement forward is the ultimate goal... you may be suffering with: Depression, Anxiety, Menapause and all the emotional challenges this brings ,loss, low self esteem whatever it is , your feelings , thoughts and emotions are at the centre of our work together. Most importantly I hope my down to earth yet professional approach will enable you to relax ,whilst disclosing difficult life experiences .
Daliah Slater
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Counselling can provide you with help and support if you are going through a difficult time. I understand that you may be feeling anxious, a lack of connection, have a sense of loss or just feel stuck. You may even feel disconcerted or ill at ease, and cannot understand why or who to turn to. Coming to counselling may feel daunting, but actually is a sign of strength, and is often the first brave step towards finding a stronger sense of self and inner peace.
Rochelle Jutta Newington
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
It may not be visible but you are suffering inside, and you have taken the first courageous step, seeking a therapist. Life may seem OK and up to now you have managed but something inside is stirring, and its hard to carry on as you have been. You have been judged, not heard and felt worthless or invisible, and you may feel anxious, angry, depressed, detached, frightened, vulnerable, low self worth, unmotivated and unable to trust your own judgement right now. I believe you have an innate ability to be more, and can support you to work through these feelings. Take the next brave step if you are ready and call for a consultation.
Jane Newman
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Not everybody has been fortunate enough to have been heard. To talk and feel they are being listened to. I would like to be able to give you this opportunity. In a safe, reliable and comfortable setting I will offer you a non-judgemental space in which to explore difficult feelings and share your thoughts. Life is often fast paced and I would like to offer you the opportunity to slow down a little.
Alison Play Therapy
MA
My name is Alison and I have 13 years experience of working with vulnerable children and their families. I provide Play Therapy for children, which allows them to use toys and creative materials to safely play out and express, explore and make sense of their thoughts, feelings and painful life experiences and cope better with the future. I'm a registered member of the British Association of Play Therapy and DBS checked. I cover the areas of Hertfordshire, North London, and surrounding areas. Please view my website for more information and testimonials; www.alisonplaytherapy.com
CBT and IPT Psychotherapist, Arti Hughes
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
I am a BABCP registered Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist & and Accredited Interpersonal Practitioner. I am friendly, professional & have helped many people successfully recovery from Anxiety & Depression. I have 5 star google ratings from many clients. I am qualified to treat Depression, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Intrusive thoughts, Social anxiety, Panic attacks, Phobias, Excessive worry/being overwhelmed with anxiety, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Health anxiety, Perfectionism, Body dysmorphic disorders (BDD), Eating disorders, Phobias, Agoraphobia,Low self-confidence, Post natal depression & LTC’s.
Jacqueline Samuel
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
If you find yourself stuck in the same old repetitive patterns, and your relationships, (personal, professional and others) falling into the "same old, same old" self-defeating groove, attachment-based therapy may help you make the difference you are looking for. Together, in the safe, empathic space of an attachment therapy, we look "under the bonnet" of your life, to help you gain more self-awareness and a stronger sense of self. We will make meaning out of your story and help you get unstuck and find ways to start living in a more personally fulfilling way.
Snakes and Ladders Therapy & Coaching
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Accred
Verified
Verified
A trusting relationship is crucial to successful therapy so I always endeavor to provide a welcoming caring, confidential, and, non-judgemental space to express and explore thoughts, feelings, and experiences without the worry of how others may feel or react. I believe you are your own expert and will encourage you to reflect and find your own answers. Together we will work to find the root of your challenges by exploring repeating patterns in your life, your beliefs, emotional attachments, and anything that may have stopped you from being your best self and living a life of satisfaction and contentment.
Dr. Emma Diamond, B.Sc, PG.Dip, DClinPsy, CPsychol
Psychologist, CPsychol
Verified
Verified
Dr. Emma Diamond (B.Sc, PGDip, DClinPsy, CPsychol) is an experienced Principal Clinical Psychologist who has practiced for over 15 years. She is a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and completed a BPS accredited Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy). Dr. Diamond completed further training in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) at the Institute of Psychiatry, a centre of excellence for CBT, and she is a member of the British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP).
Clare Cardy
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
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I am an experienced consultant clinical psychologist, working with adults with a whole range of mental health problems. I specialise in emotional instability and impulsive behaviours, such as self-harm, bullimia, misusing substances, as well as problems in relationships. I also work with people with anxiety and depression. Often there is a focus on feelings of shame and developing self-acceptance, which may have been damaged by past traumas. I work with clients who want to improve their day to day lives and are willing to practise new skills between therapy sessions. I also see people who want to work on past traumas.
Office is near:
Borehamwood WD6 
Dr Carly Keyes - Ba(Hons) Pgcert Pgdip Dclinpsy Cpsychol
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
My name is Dr Carly Keyes and I am a compassionate Chartered Clinical Psychologist and Fully BABCP accredited CBT Therapist. Life is a journey full of ups and downs. I am here to understand your current difficulties, to work with you and help you get equipped with strategies to help you cope during the down times in order for you to enjoy the ups. I offer psychological therapy that is personalised to you to help you blossom. I believe the therapeutic relationship is fundamental and for you to build trust in me and feel relaxed in the sessions and to start living a richer and more fulfilling life.
Zahava Bloom
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
My approach to therapy is to create a place for you to feel safe and of space for you to develop trust to share your life experiences ranging from daily life stresses to deep rooted issues. . The aim of therapy is to help you live with more clarity , ease and enjoyment and I achieve this throughI a holistic and non judgmental environment that enables growth. Through our therapeutic relationship, we can then discover together how to work on your concerns and apply tools to deal with your issues, so that healing can occur.
Dr Andrea Oskis
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
We come to therapy for all sorts of different reasons. Perhaps the most important thing to say is that there is no single, “right” reason. You might come to therapy because things have happened to you, such as a death, a divorce or a loss of something else, like a job. Or perhaps you have specific symptoms or feelings of depression, anxiety, stress, anger, low self-esteem or a lack of confidence. Or you may be experiencing issues in relationships, with people or with other things, e.g. food. Or it may be the case that you can’t pinpoint what’s wrong, things just don’t feel right and life simply isn’t going the way you expected.
Elizabeth Willoughby
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
As well as private client work, I also volunteer as a therapist for a
women
's health charity.
Perhaps you are experiencing low mood swings on a regular basis? Or heightened anxiety? You may have recently experienced a heart breaking bereavement? Maybe you feel isolated and overwhelmed? Or there may be things from your past that are burdening you that you would like to explore in a secure space with a compassionate listener ? Whatever your reasons, I am here to help and work alongside you. It takes courage to come into counselling and you have taken an important first step. I can offer you a safe, warm, non-judgemental space to explore your feelings and any aspects of your life where you may feel stuck.
Tali Edwards
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life is so busy and rarely do we get a moment to actually stop and take care of our own emotional needs and mental health. How can I help? I aim to provide a space which will be an oasis in what can often be a tumultuous world; a place of peace and tranquility for weary travellers in their journey through life.
Charlotte Stone
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Dealing with difficult emotions can feel overwhelming and scary. Are you feeling anxious or stressed, or feel like you are trapped in a situation that you see no way out from? Whether it's your relationships, feelings about yourself or the world around you, seeking counselling can be the first steps to empowering yourself to make positive changes in your life. With the world feeling so precarious right now, and our lives being turned upside down, it can feel like the control you once had has now been taken away. Traumatic, upsetting experiences can all lead to adverse mental health.
Naomi Castle
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
If you are worried about your child or adolescent, as a fully qualified therapeutic counsellor for young people, I can help, so please do not feel alone. I offer a safe setting for therapy, where I work one on one in a warm and creative environment in areas such as the following: Trauma, Relationships, Transitions, Abuse, Sexuality, Self-esteem, Loss and Bereavement . Seeing a counsellor can help a young individual cope with difficult emotions and challenging behaviours. Over time they will understand and make sense of their feelings and experiences and build resilience and confidence.
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Female Counsellors
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as 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 ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
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—both men and women—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 inquire 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.