Career Guidance Counselling in Bovingdon
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
Something feels harder than it should and you might not even have the words for it yet. Maybe you're overwhelmed, anxious, or carrying grief you can't quite name. Perhaps becoming a parent has brought unexpected emotions to the surface. Or you're in the middle of a life transition that's left you feeling lost.
I offer warm, relational psychotherapy tailored entirely to you, a space to slow down, make sense of what's happening and feel less alone with it.
Something feels harder than it should and you might not even have the words for it yet. Maybe you're overwhelmed, anxious, or carrying grief you can't quite name. Perhaps becoming a parent has brought unexpected emotions to the surface. Or you're in the middle of a life transition that's left you feeling lost.
I offer warm, relational psychotherapy tailored entirely to you, a space to slow down, make sense of what's happening and feel less alone with it.
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I help with burnout, stress, anxiety and career pressure, especially for founders, leaders and professionals who feel responsible for holding everything together.
Clients often come to me when pressure has started to affect how they think, lead, relate or perform. I work with founders, leaders and professionals who may look capable on the outside, but feel stretched, stuck, anxious, burnt out or unable to switch off. Sessions offer a confidential space to understand what is happening beneath the surface and find a steadier way forward.
I help with burnout, stress, anxiety and career pressure, especially for founders, leaders and professionals who feel responsible for holding everything together.
Clients often come to me when pressure has started to affect how they think, lead, relate or perform. I work with founders, leaders and professionals who may look capable on the outside, but feel stretched, stuck, anxious, burnt out or unable to switch off. Sessions offer a confidential space to understand what is happening beneath the surface and find a steadier way forward.
You're holding it together. But it's costing you.
Maybe it's stress that won't switch off. Anxiety that follows you everywhere. Something from the past that still shows up in the present. Or simply the weight of too much, for too long.
You've tried managing it. You might even be good at it. But you're tired of managing... and you want it to actually change.
That's what I do.
I'm Dr Matt Slavin, Clinical Psychologist and EMDR Therapist.
I don't just treat symptoms. I fully assess and understand what's driving them, then build a focused plan to change it at the root.
You're holding it together. But it's costing you.
Maybe it's stress that won't switch off. Anxiety that follows you everywhere. Something from the past that still shows up in the present. Or simply the weight of too much, for too long.
You've tried managing it. You might even be good at it. But you're tired of managing... and you want it to actually change.
That's what I do.
I'm Dr Matt Slavin, Clinical Psychologist and EMDR Therapist.
I don't just treat symptoms. I fully assess and understand what's driving them, then build a focused plan to change it at the root.
I help them harness their unique strengths, navigate workplace complexities, and build resilience in the face of challenges like bullying, career transitions, or leadership pressures.
As a multi award winning Executive Coach, psychotherapist, and business psychologist, I specialise in helping high-achieving professionals, particularly neurodivergent individuals (ADHD/ASD), navigate the unique challenges of their careers. My clients are often leaders or ambitious professionals facing issues such as workplace bullying, redundancy, burnout, perfectionism, or imposter syndrome, alongside broader challenges like low self-esteem, anxiety, or difficulties with work-life balance. I bring a unique, evidence-based approach to personal growth and change. I create a safe, collaborative space to explore your challenges.
I help them harness their unique strengths, navigate workplace complexities, and build resilience in the face of challenges like bullying, career transitions, or leadership pressures.
As a multi award winning Executive Coach, psychotherapist, and business psychologist, I specialise in helping high-achieving professionals, particularly neurodivergent individuals (ADHD/ASD), navigate the unique challenges of their careers. My clients are often leaders or ambitious professionals facing issues such as workplace bullying, redundancy, burnout, perfectionism, or imposter syndrome, alongside broader challenges like low self-esteem, anxiety, or difficulties with work-life balance. I bring a unique, evidence-based approach to personal growth and change. I create a safe, collaborative space to explore your challenges.
As an experienced career coach, I help individuals at every stage of working life, supporting people to create great days at work.
I offer both face-to-face and virtual coaching over a number of sessions tailored to meet your needs. Through a mix of self-assessment, psychological profiling, conversation and guidance, you'll take a close look at your work story to date, explore future options and create a 'next steps' plan with on-going support as you navigate your way forwards.
As an experienced career coach, I help individuals at every stage of working life, supporting people to create great days at work.
I offer both face-to-face and virtual coaching over a number of sessions tailored to meet your needs. Through a mix of self-assessment, psychological profiling, conversation and guidance, you'll take a close look at your work story to date, explore future options and create a 'next steps' plan with on-going support as you navigate your way forwards.
I have worked with individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship difficulties, work and career transitions, and self-development.
I draw on a variety of approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Person-Centred Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Coaching, tailoring each session to meet your unique needs. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to take steps forward.
I have worked with individuals facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship difficulties, work and career transitions, and self-development.
I draw on a variety of approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Person-Centred Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Coaching, tailoring each session to meet your unique needs. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to take steps forward.
I help clients work through a wide range of challenges, including:
PTSD / Trauma,
Low self-esteem,
Career development & work-related stress,
Depression, anxiety & health anxiety,
Social anxiety, panic attacks & phobias (including emetophobia),
OCD, perfectionism & overthinking.
I am a BABCP-accredited CBT Specialist and Positive Psychology Practitioner, offering multilingual therapy in English, Spanish, Russian, and Italian. I specialise in PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), including childhood trauma, and have over 14 years of experience supporting adult clients across the NHS, private practice, and university mental health services.
My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual, combining creativity with structure and grounded in a range of evidence-based methods, including:
CBT,
Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET),
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT),
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
I help clients work through a wide range of challenges, including:
PTSD / Trauma,
Low self-esteem,
Career development & work-related stress,
Depression, anxiety & health anxiety,
Social anxiety, panic attacks & phobias (including emetophobia),
OCD, perfectionism & overthinking.
I am a BABCP-accredited CBT Specialist and Positive Psychology Practitioner, offering multilingual therapy in English, Spanish, Russian, and Italian. I specialise in PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), including childhood trauma, and have over 14 years of experience supporting adult clients across the NHS, private practice, and university mental health services.
My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual, combining creativity with structure and grounded in a range of evidence-based methods, including:
CBT,
Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET),
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT),
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
Psikolojik Danışmanlık bölümünden mezun olduğumda elimde güçlü bir bilimsel harita vardı; fakat yolculuğumda asıl pusulam kalbim oldu. Başlangıçta geçmişe dönüp “neden böyle oldu” sorusuna cevap ararken, zamanla her deneyimin bana “ne öğretmek istediğini” keşfetmeye yöneldim. Bu arayış, beni yalnızca geleneksel psikolojinin sınırlarında kalmaktan çıkararak bilinçaltının derinliklerine, nörobilimin sunduğu açıklamalara, epigenetik ve DNA hafızasına, ThetaHealing ve kuantum fiziğin bakış açısına taşıdı. Böylece hem danışanlarımla hem de kendi iç yolculuğumda daha derin bir bütünleşme alanı açıldı.
Psikolojik Danışmanlık bölümünden mezun olduğumda elimde güçlü bir bilimsel harita vardı; fakat yolculuğumda asıl pusulam kalbim oldu. Başlangıçta geçmişe dönüp “neden böyle oldu” sorusuna cevap ararken, zamanla her deneyimin bana “ne öğretmek istediğini” keşfetmeye yöneldim. Bu arayış, beni yalnızca geleneksel psikolojinin sınırlarında kalmaktan çıkararak bilinçaltının derinliklerine, nörobilimin sunduğu açıklamalara, epigenetik ve DNA hafızasına, ThetaHealing ve kuantum fiziğin bakış açısına taşıdı. Böylece hem danışanlarımla hem de kendi iç yolculuğumda daha derin bir bütünleşme alanı açıldı.
I have over 12 years of experience working with CBT, coaching, and schema therapy, supporting individuals in their personal, career, and business development.
Therapy with me offers a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. My approach integrates CBT, coaching, and schema-informed work to help you navigate emotional challenges, relationship difficulties, or workplace stress while building confidence, clarity, and personal growth.
I have over 12 years of experience working with CBT, coaching, and schema therapy, supporting individuals in their personal, career, and business development.
Therapy with me offers a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. My approach integrates CBT, coaching, and schema-informed work to help you navigate emotional challenges, relationship difficulties, or workplace stress while building confidence, clarity, and personal growth.
I cover all psychotherapeutic and counselling issues and my specialities include relationships, couples counselling, families, work and career, writing and creativity, sex and sexuality, LGBTQIA+, conflict and anger management, childhood sexual abuse, self-esteem, self-worth, anxiety and dreams.
I am a warm and thoughtful psychotherapist, counsellor, executive coach and mentor, with over 20 years' experience. I work with individuals, couples, family members, and with organisations and groups.
When life is a struggle, talking to a skilled and experienced psychotherapist can help. If you are low in confidence or self-esteem, struggling with grief or loss, finding it hard to manage your anger, experiencing difference, exclusion and/or alienation, or facing challenges at work, therapy can help you to find rewarding and helpful ways forward. Couples and family members can overcome problems and improve their relationships.
I cover all psychotherapeutic and counselling issues and my specialities include relationships, couples counselling, families, work and career, writing and creativity, sex and sexuality, LGBTQIA+, conflict and anger management, childhood sexual abuse, self-esteem, self-worth, anxiety and dreams.
I am a warm and thoughtful psychotherapist, counsellor, executive coach and mentor, with over 20 years' experience. I work with individuals, couples, family members, and with organisations and groups.
When life is a struggle, talking to a skilled and experienced psychotherapist can help. If you are low in confidence or self-esteem, struggling with grief or loss, finding it hard to manage your anger, experiencing difference, exclusion and/or alienation, or facing challenges at work, therapy can help you to find rewarding and helpful ways forward. Couples and family members can overcome problems and improve their relationships.
Hello, I hope I can help. I trained in the Humanistic Integrative approach which means I work with each person as an individual, and can utilise different approaches to therapy. My aim is to work with you, focusing on what you bring to therapy, at your pace. Making the decision to contact a therapist is a big step, and I'd like to work with you in a confidential, supportive way to make this a positive step for you. If you are experiencing relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, bereavement (including pets) or just feel that you need someone outside of friends and family to talk to, please get in touch by email or phone.
Hello, I hope I can help. I trained in the Humanistic Integrative approach which means I work with each person as an individual, and can utilise different approaches to therapy. My aim is to work with you, focusing on what you bring to therapy, at your pace. Making the decision to contact a therapist is a big step, and I'd like to work with you in a confidential, supportive way to make this a positive step for you. If you are experiencing relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, bereavement (including pets) or just feel that you need someone outside of friends and family to talk to, please get in touch by email or phone.
I work with a variety of clients who present with a vast array of challenges, including trauma, addiction and domestic abuse as well as work-related occupational stress and bullying in the workplace. I additionally work with self-esteem, body image and weight issues and have much experience in these areas. I am additionally a Registered Expert Witness, Supervisor and have been a Masters Forensic Psychology lecturer, and Doctorate Thesis Viva Voce examiner.
I work with a variety of clients who present with a vast array of challenges, including trauma, addiction and domestic abuse as well as work-related occupational stress and bullying in the workplace. I additionally work with self-esteem, body image and weight issues and have much experience in these areas. I am additionally a Registered Expert Witness, Supervisor and have been a Masters Forensic Psychology lecturer, and Doctorate Thesis Viva Voce examiner.
As my ideal client, you're a professional, facing tricky obstacles at work or at home, who knows that you've got to grow to live better. You know about personal development, but are unconvinced by the usual solutions. You want to know how all your problems fit together, and develop a step by step programme for personal change, that addresses the difficulties you face in priority order. You don't see yourself as "mentallly ill"; rather, you're stuck in a difficult place on the journey of life. You're looking for the support, knowledge and skills to get to a better place, a map and a straightforward guide on the path to wellbeing.
As my ideal client, you're a professional, facing tricky obstacles at work or at home, who knows that you've got to grow to live better. You know about personal development, but are unconvinced by the usual solutions. You want to know how all your problems fit together, and develop a step by step programme for personal change, that addresses the difficulties you face in priority order. You don't see yourself as "mentallly ill"; rather, you're stuck in a difficult place on the journey of life. You're looking for the support, knowledge and skills to get to a better place, a map and a straightforward guide on the path to wellbeing.
They can be stuck for many reasons, but commonly this is anxiety, depression or life events, including the death of someone close, the loss of a job or illness, to name a few.
I work integratively, which means that I have a toolkit of approaches that we choose from, guided by where the source of your problems lie, e.g. if you believe you have several parts of you that argue internally, we may run an experiment to make the conversations explicit so we can examine the internal conflict and negotiate a way forward.
They can be stuck for many reasons, but commonly this is anxiety, depression or life events, including the death of someone close, the loss of a job or illness, to name a few.
I work integratively, which means that I have a toolkit of approaches that we choose from, guided by where the source of your problems lie, e.g. if you believe you have several parts of you that argue internally, we may run an experiment to make the conversations explicit so we can examine the internal conflict and negotiate a way forward.
My clients come to see me with a range of issues. Many are associated with relationship problems, some are struggling through divorce, anxiety, anger, rage, cultural issues, commitment issues and bullying at work. Some clients want to work on their self-esteem and confidence related issues. Some clients wish to work through childhood sexual abuse. While others wish to work through bereavement. Most clients have a planned outcome and that is to feel better at the end of their allocated sessions. I am a Person-Centered focused therapist. I am focused on listening to the needs of my clients and focusing on their thoughts and feelings.
My clients come to see me with a range of issues. Many are associated with relationship problems, some are struggling through divorce, anxiety, anger, rage, cultural issues, commitment issues and bullying at work. Some clients want to work on their self-esteem and confidence related issues. Some clients wish to work through childhood sexual abuse. While others wish to work through bereavement. Most clients have a planned outcome and that is to feel better at the end of their allocated sessions. I am a Person-Centered focused therapist. I am focused on listening to the needs of my clients and focusing on their thoughts and feelings.
I am a Quantum Psychologist, a Psychosynthesis Psychologist, A Transpersonal Therapist, a Commercial Advisor, and an Investment Professional — with 30 years of direct experience in personal development and high-value commerce and trade.
I use this skill set to help individuals and businesses change, grow, and evolve; combining psychological expertise, commercial knowledge, and profound psychospiritual insight — to guide them through higher matters of material and conscious expansion.
I am a Quantum Psychologist, a Psychosynthesis Psychologist, A Transpersonal Therapist, a Commercial Advisor, and an Investment Professional — with 30 years of direct experience in personal development and high-value commerce and trade.
I use this skill set to help individuals and businesses change, grow, and evolve; combining psychological expertise, commercial knowledge, and profound psychospiritual insight — to guide them through higher matters of material and conscious expansion.
I am a transformational life and career coach: I change lives, and I am passionate about what I do.
I am passionate about helping people to live their lives fully, with no exception. Katy was a recent client and sums my work up perfectly. 'Over the years I have tried counselling with different therapists but could never find anyone suited to my needs until I was introduced to Lottie. My sessions with Lottie have literally been life changing.' - Katy
I am a transformational life and career coach: I change lives, and I am passionate about what I do.
I am passionate about helping people to live their lives fully, with no exception. Katy was a recent client and sums my work up perfectly. 'Over the years I have tried counselling with different therapists but could never find anyone suited to my needs until I was introduced to Lottie. My sessions with Lottie have literally been life changing.' - Katy
I have specialised in stress management, career transitions, difficult choices and becoming "unstuck" in difficult situation both in work & personal life
If there is a discrepancy between where you are in your life now in terms of work, relationships, stress levels or anxiety - I can work with you in a warm supportive environment to explore challenges & help you identify new ways of thinking, being or developing new choices. I also work as an Executive Coach across a range of businesses.
I have specialised in stress management, career transitions, difficult choices and becoming "unstuck" in difficult situation both in work & personal life
If there is a discrepancy between where you are in your life now in terms of work, relationships, stress levels or anxiety - I can work with you in a warm supportive environment to explore challenges & help you identify new ways of thinking, being or developing new choices. I also work as an Executive Coach across a range of businesses.
If you’re reading this, something in your life may feel heavy, overwhelming or stuck. Maybe you’ve been carrying anxiety for a long time, repeating old patterns in relationships or feeling disconnected from who you are. You might look “fine” on the outside while inside things feel tangled, uncertain or too much to hold alone.
I offer a warm, compassionate space where you can slow down, explore what’s going on beneath the surface and begin to feel more like yourself again.
If you’re reading this, something in your life may feel heavy, overwhelming or stuck. Maybe you’ve been carrying anxiety for a long time, repeating old patterns in relationships or feeling disconnected from who you are. You might look “fine” on the outside while inside things feel tangled, uncertain or too much to hold alone.
I offer a warm, compassionate space where you can slow down, explore what’s going on beneath the surface and begin to feel more like yourself again.
Nearby Career Guidance Counsellors Searches for Bovingdon
- Amersham
- Berkhamsted
- Bushey
- Chalfont Saint Giles
- Chesham
- Harpenden
- Northwood
- Radlett
- Rickmansworth
- Shenley
- St Albans
- Watford
Career Guidance Counsellors
How do I know if I need career counselling?
Determining whether a career counsellor is needed involves assessing one's current career and identifying what changes can be made to improve one's overall quality of life. In particular, feelings of loss of motivation, fatigue, anxiety, depression, procrastination, or ongoing levels of high stress can all be indicative of a need for career-related counselling. In addition, individuals changing jobs may want the decision-making support or self-reflection opportunities provided by a career counsellor.
Who can benefit from career counselling?
Anyone can benefit from the self-reflection, skill development, and stress management techniques that career counselling can provide. However, individuals who are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out with their current job and individuals considering a major career change may particularly benefit from career counselling to improve their wellbeing. Additionally, individuals who are facing issues in their current job, such as coworker relationship challenges or not meeting performance goals, may benefit from the perspective that a career counsellor can provide. College-age or young professionals may also uniquely benefit from career counselling as they make key decisions surrounding education and job training that will impact their career trajectory.
How long does career counselling typically last?
The length of career counselling can vary greatly depending on the needs of the individual and what type of support they are seeking Career coaching or advising services—which serve clients in a specific, goal-oriented capacity—often last for a shorter duration and are sometimes only a single session or a few sessions in length. In contrast, career counselling as part of a more integrative therapeutic relationship with a counsellor may last longer, particularly if the issues faced by the client are longstanding and/or more complex in nature; in such cases, individuals may expect therapy to last multiple months or longer.
How to prepare for career counselling?
Clients can prepare for career counselling sessions by outlining the specific topics they would like to address with the counsellor, such as current job challenges or hopes for the future of their career. Compiling one's thoughts on such topics often requires reflection on one's career and future goals, which in itself can be beneficial for session preparation. Clients may also want to put together a list of questions they would like to ask the counsellor, particularly if the career counsellor they are seeing has particular expertise in a given career area. Conducting research into potential future jobs, training opportunities, or support resources in one's area may also help clients prepare for career counselling by providing them with a background of what resources are available in their area.