Parenting Counselling in Bracknell

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Shahajra Ahmad
Counsellor, MBACP
Bracknell RG42
Life is full of its ups and downs, and during the difficult times it may feel, for some, that there is no one to turn to. It can be daunting asking for help and sometimes it feels like no one understands what we are going through. However this does not need to be the case, as you can get support and understanding through counselling. It's really about finding the right counselling relationships- if you've tried before and it didn't work... it was the wrong therapeutic realtionship- please don't give up, You are worth not giving up for.
Life is full of its ups and downs, and during the difficult times it may feel, for some, that there is no one to turn to. It can be daunting asking for help and sometimes it feels like no one understands what we are going through. However this does not need to be the case, as you can get support and understanding through counselling. It's really about finding the right counselling relationships- if you've tried before and it didn't work... it was the wrong therapeutic realtionship- please don't give up, You are worth not giving up for.
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Kelli Ennis Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Bracknell RG42
Are you facing challenges in your relationships or battling with low self-esteem? Is anxiety or depression preventing you from living the life you desire? Perhaps you’re feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about how to move forward? If managing your emotions or making sense of your experiences feels like an uphill battle, counselling can be helpful in gaining clarity, understanding, and a renewed sense of direction.
Are you facing challenges in your relationships or battling with low self-esteem? Is anxiety or depression preventing you from living the life you desire? Perhaps you’re feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about how to move forward? If managing your emotions or making sense of your experiences feels like an uphill battle, counselling can be helpful in gaining clarity, understanding, and a renewed sense of direction.
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The Brook Counselling and Hypnotherapy
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, PNCPS Acc.
Bracknell RG12
A warm welcome to you. My name is Carolyn. I worked with children and families for local authorities for over 30 years before training as a psychotherapeutic counsellor and hypnotherapist in 2019. Seeking the right therapy is a daunting task and this may be your first step towards ridding yourself of deep seated memories, feeling, emotions and reactions that are impacting negatively on your quality of life. I specialise in working with adults who feel stuck and overwhelmed by negative thoughts linked to anxiety and depression. I offer Couple Therapy and support people to overcome low self esteem, addictions and phobias.
A warm welcome to you. My name is Carolyn. I worked with children and families for local authorities for over 30 years before training as a psychotherapeutic counsellor and hypnotherapist in 2019. Seeking the right therapy is a daunting task and this may be your first step towards ridding yourself of deep seated memories, feeling, emotions and reactions that are impacting negatively on your quality of life. I specialise in working with adults who feel stuck and overwhelmed by negative thoughts linked to anxiety and depression. I offer Couple Therapy and support people to overcome low self esteem, addictions and phobias.
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ReWard Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Bracknell RG12
Do you want to talk to someone? Are you considering therapy with a qualified counsellor? If you are feeling confused, unhappy, overwhelmed or worried I can work with you. Do you want to make changes but are not sure what or how? Do you feel stuck in a rut or afraid? Do you feel alone, isolated or different? Are you struggling with low-self esteem? I will listen to your thoughts and feelings, supporting you to become more empowered and autonomous. I will offer you unconditional positive regard, whatever you tell me. I do not offer advice but together we will explore your concerns so that you can be more content .
Do you want to talk to someone? Are you considering therapy with a qualified counsellor? If you are feeling confused, unhappy, overwhelmed or worried I can work with you. Do you want to make changes but are not sure what or how? Do you feel stuck in a rut or afraid? Do you feel alone, isolated or different? Are you struggling with low-self esteem? I will listen to your thoughts and feelings, supporting you to become more empowered and autonomous. I will offer you unconditional positive regard, whatever you tell me. I do not offer advice but together we will explore your concerns so that you can be more content .
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Caitlin Cheale
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Bracknell RG12
Waitlist for new clients
I create a supportive, non-judgmental space where both teens and parents feel heard and understood.
Does your teenage daughter struggle with anxiety, low mood, self-harm, or an eating disorder but you’ve been told she isn’t “sick enough”? Long waiting lists and frustrated calls to GP or CAMHS have left you feeling alone. Are you overwhelmed, unsure where to turn, or worried about what might happen to her? I am here to help. I support families navigating these challenges with compassion and expertise. With nearly 15 years’ experience working with teens and women, I provide therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, eating difficulties, and emotional regulation.
I create a supportive, non-judgmental space where both teens and parents feel heard and understood.
Does your teenage daughter struggle with anxiety, low mood, self-harm, or an eating disorder but you’ve been told she isn’t “sick enough”? Long waiting lists and frustrated calls to GP or CAMHS have left you feeling alone. Are you overwhelmed, unsure where to turn, or worried about what might happen to her? I am here to help. I support families navigating these challenges with compassion and expertise. With nearly 15 years’ experience working with teens and women, I provide therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, eating difficulties, and emotional regulation.
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Natalie Burley
Psychotherapist, COSRT Reg.
Bracknell RG42
I am a qualified counsellor and couple and relationship psychotherapist, with over 1,200 hours of counselling practice, working with individuals, couples and other forms of relationships. I work with all types of clients. I particularly specialise in anxiety, depression, anger, chronic pain, loss and bereavement, stress, trauma, cultural distress, self-esteem, confidence, including sexual confidence, as well as all types of relational issues. Also, I work with all types of relationships, including LGBTQ+ and gender-diverse clients, and with couples where one or more partners experience mental health difficulties or neurodivergence.
I am a qualified counsellor and couple and relationship psychotherapist, with over 1,200 hours of counselling practice, working with individuals, couples and other forms of relationships. I work with all types of clients. I particularly specialise in anxiety, depression, anger, chronic pain, loss and bereavement, stress, trauma, cultural distress, self-esteem, confidence, including sexual confidence, as well as all types of relational issues. Also, I work with all types of relationships, including LGBTQ+ and gender-diverse clients, and with couples where one or more partners experience mental health difficulties or neurodivergence.
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Roland Pakkiri
Counsellor, MSc
Online Only
I support clients through some of the toughest seasons in their lives. People often come to me with challenges such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, low mood, or high stress. I also work extensively with both men and women around anger management, trauma, boundary setting, and addiction, helping them navigate these issues with compassion and clarity.
I support clients through some of the toughest seasons in their lives. People often come to me with challenges such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, low mood, or high stress. I also work extensively with both men and women around anger management, trauma, boundary setting, and addiction, helping them navigate these issues with compassion and clarity.
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Sarah Boylan
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Bracknell RG42
Understanding that relationships with parents affect all relationships now is helpful.
I support clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties or who are struggling with a life event. I aim to build a therapeutic relationship with you that is unique to you and offers what you need. We would carefully work at a pace and depth governed by you, to explore coping strategies and understand what has gone on in the past, what is going wrong now and have the ultimate goal of empowering you to find greater control over your life and a different way forward to a better place.
Understanding that relationships with parents affect all relationships now is helpful.
I support clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties or who are struggling with a life event. I aim to build a therapeutic relationship with you that is unique to you and offers what you need. We would carefully work at a pace and depth governed by you, to explore coping strategies and understand what has gone on in the past, what is going wrong now and have the ultimate goal of empowering you to find greater control over your life and a different way forward to a better place.
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Claudia Meresca
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
I am experienced Psychologist, Counsellor and Psychotherapist, fully registered and acccredited by UKCP (UK Council for Psychotherapy). As we all know, life is certainly a journey that is not always easy to travel on alone. Most of my clients describe me as being warm and empathic and consider that the process of therapy and my non-judgemental attitude has helped them get a deeper understanding of themselves and their experiences.
I am experienced Psychologist, Counsellor and Psychotherapist, fully registered and acccredited by UKCP (UK Council for Psychotherapy). As we all know, life is certainly a journey that is not always easy to travel on alone. Most of my clients describe me as being warm and empathic and consider that the process of therapy and my non-judgemental attitude has helped them get a deeper understanding of themselves and their experiences.
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Gayle Dewes
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and seeking support can be an important step. As an integrative counsellor, I believe strongly that everyone deserves to be heard, understood, and met with acceptance, without judgment. I provide a calm, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at a pace that feels right for you. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, relationship difficulties, or navigating significant life changes, I offer compassionate and respectful support.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and seeking support can be an important step. As an integrative counsellor, I believe strongly that everyone deserves to be heard, understood, and met with acceptance, without judgment. I provide a calm, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at a pace that feels right for you. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, relationship difficulties, or navigating significant life changes, I offer compassionate and respectful support.
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Monika Wisniewska
Psychologist, MA, GMBPsS
Serves Area
I also offer consultations for parents.
I obtained my master's degree in psychology in Poland. I am currently undergoing certification training in Systemic Psychotherapy. I am a member and volunteer of the Polish Psychologists' Association in London and the British Psychology Society.
I also offer consultations for parents.
I obtained my master's degree in psychology in Poland. I am currently undergoing certification training in Systemic Psychotherapy. I am a member and volunteer of the Polish Psychologists' Association in London and the British Psychology Society.
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Diane Everitt
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, my name's Diane and I'm a qualified Integrative counsellor and work with young people (13+) and adults of all ages. There are no rules on what to bring to counseling. If something is having a negative impact on how you feel, then it's important and worth talking about. I specialise in narcissistic abuse and family estrangement but also work with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, relationships issues, and childhood abuse. I offer a safe, confidential space, free of judgement and full of kindness, where we'll work together and at your pace to explore the topics that are important to you.
Hi, my name's Diane and I'm a qualified Integrative counsellor and work with young people (13+) and adults of all ages. There are no rules on what to bring to counseling. If something is having a negative impact on how you feel, then it's important and worth talking about. I specialise in narcissistic abuse and family estrangement but also work with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, relationships issues, and childhood abuse. I offer a safe, confidential space, free of judgement and full of kindness, where we'll work together and at your pace to explore the topics that are important to you.
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Amreeta Chapman
Counsellor, PsychD, MBACP
Serves Area
My Clients over the last 18 years have ranged from having simple symptoms ( i.e. sleep disturbances, anxiety about interviews or social anxiety ) to severe symptoms (i.e. severe depression, insomnia, PTSD, OCD, Borderline Personality or sexual abuse). My clients are looking for tools that will help them reduce or eliminate those symptoms but they are also wanting to develop long term functional habits that will help them lead a healthier life. Most of my clients are highly functional but they are struggling with emotional issues in their relationships with childhood abuse, addictions, fears, self-esteem and others.
My Clients over the last 18 years have ranged from having simple symptoms ( i.e. sleep disturbances, anxiety about interviews or social anxiety ) to severe symptoms (i.e. severe depression, insomnia, PTSD, OCD, Borderline Personality or sexual abuse). My clients are looking for tools that will help them reduce or eliminate those symptoms but they are also wanting to develop long term functional habits that will help them lead a healthier life. Most of my clients are highly functional but they are struggling with emotional issues in their relationships with childhood abuse, addictions, fears, self-esteem and others.
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Vicky Wenham
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I have spent time working in schools with young people and their parents helping them to deal with the difficulties and challenges life can bring, especially in this age of social media.
I believe we are all the experts of our own lives and that every person has the capacity for change and personal growth. I value individual difference, honesty, integrity, finding your own path, standing out from the crowd, connection and relationship.
I have spent time working in schools with young people and their parents helping them to deal with the difficulties and challenges life can bring, especially in this age of social media.
I believe we are all the experts of our own lives and that every person has the capacity for change and personal growth. I value individual difference, honesty, integrity, finding your own path, standing out from the crowd, connection and relationship.
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Becky Shave
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
In our modern society there are so many potential situations where life can become difficult without warning. Some people may have experienced difficulties throughout the whole of their lives, some may have experienced changes to their circumstances that have led to difficulties arising in their teens, 20s, 30s or further into adulthood. Some people may not even have been aware that their circumstances and experiences have led them to a place where they needed help. Whatever a person’s life experiences, everyone deserves an opportunity to heal, develop a stronger sense of self, or just understand themselves better.
In our modern society there are so many potential situations where life can become difficult without warning. Some people may have experienced difficulties throughout the whole of their lives, some may have experienced changes to their circumstances that have led to difficulties arising in their teens, 20s, 30s or further into adulthood. Some people may not even have been aware that their circumstances and experiences have led them to a place where they needed help. Whatever a person’s life experiences, everyone deserves an opportunity to heal, develop a stronger sense of self, or just understand themselves better.
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Jenny Horman
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling stressed, unhappy, or does life just seem too challenging at the moment? ​ Do you find it difficult to find or keep happy fulfilling relationships? ​ Would you like to be able to talk about your difficulties in a calm and confidential space? ​I am a fully qualified and experienced psychotherapist and counsellor, and I run my private practice from a comfortable and safe room in my home in Crowthorne, Berkshire. From my previous role as a rape and sexual abuse counsellor, I have considerable experience in working with clients who may have experienced trauma either in childhood or as an adult.
Are you feeling stressed, unhappy, or does life just seem too challenging at the moment? ​ Do you find it difficult to find or keep happy fulfilling relationships? ​ Would you like to be able to talk about your difficulties in a calm and confidential space? ​I am a fully qualified and experienced psychotherapist and counsellor, and I run my private practice from a comfortable and safe room in my home in Crowthorne, Berkshire. From my previous role as a rape and sexual abuse counsellor, I have considerable experience in working with clients who may have experienced trauma either in childhood or as an adult.
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Ulli Cutts
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist assisting clients in managing stress, anxiety, depression, bereavement, life changes, trauma, relationship difficulties, and low self-esteem. Whether you're considering counselling for the first time or you want to understand yourself better, I'm here to offer a safe, judgment-free space for you to delve into your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. There is power in being genuinely heard and understood, and I'm committed to walking with you as we navigate your journey together. Whether in person or online, together we can reflect on your concerns and explore the changes you wish to make.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist assisting clients in managing stress, anxiety, depression, bereavement, life changes, trauma, relationship difficulties, and low self-esteem. Whether you're considering counselling for the first time or you want to understand yourself better, I'm here to offer a safe, judgment-free space for you to delve into your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. There is power in being genuinely heard and understood, and I'm committed to walking with you as we navigate your journey together. Whether in person or online, together we can reflect on your concerns and explore the changes you wish to make.
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Dominique du Pré
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
You may feel lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of who you are or where life is heading. Perhaps anxiety, low self-esteem, or a life change has left you feeling unsettled. Many people I work with are navigating transitions such as bereavement, separation, parenthood, or children leaving home. Others find that experiences from earlier life are resurfacing in adulthood. You may be hoping for greater clarity, a stronger sense of self, or simply a place where you can talk openly and feel understood. Counselling can offer the space to begin making sense of things.
You may feel lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of who you are or where life is heading. Perhaps anxiety, low self-esteem, or a life change has left you feeling unsettled. Many people I work with are navigating transitions such as bereavement, separation, parenthood, or children leaving home. Others find that experiences from earlier life are resurfacing in adulthood. You may be hoping for greater clarity, a stronger sense of self, or simply a place where you can talk openly and feel understood. Counselling can offer the space to begin making sense of things.
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Michael Walsh
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I can offer a safe and confidential space in which we can explore whatever has brought you to counselling. Through this exploration we will look to gain an understanding of you and your relationships, which might enable you make changes and as a result find ways to move forward which could lead to a more contented and satisfying life. My method of working takes into account every aspect of you. everything you feel and think can be thought about together, whatever is right for you will be the priority of our work together.
I can offer a safe and confidential space in which we can explore whatever has brought you to counselling. Through this exploration we will look to gain an understanding of you and your relationships, which might enable you make changes and as a result find ways to move forward which could lead to a more contented and satisfying life. My method of working takes into account every aspect of you. everything you feel and think can be thought about together, whatever is right for you will be the priority of our work together.
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Stephanie Claire Fitzwilliams
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
Hello, my name is Stephanie. I am a Supervisor, Certified Transactional Analyst, a psychotherapeutic counsellor and a psychotherapist with a masters in Transactional Analysis and I am based in Bracknell Forest, Berkshire. I work with young adults and adults and I specialise in working with anxiety, depression, stress, overwhelm, relationship issues, work related problems and childhood trauma. I offer a confidential and non-judgemental space for you to explore your life and relationships, your experiences, thoughts and feelings.
Hello, my name is Stephanie. I am a Supervisor, Certified Transactional Analyst, a psychotherapeutic counsellor and a psychotherapist with a masters in Transactional Analysis and I am based in Bracknell Forest, Berkshire. I work with young adults and adults and I specialise in working with anxiety, depression, stress, overwhelm, relationship issues, work related problems and childhood trauma. I offer a confidential and non-judgemental space for you to explore your life and relationships, your experiences, thoughts and feelings.
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Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.