Men's Issues Counselling in Bradford-on-Avon

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Lucy Edwards
Counsellor, BACP
I'm Lucy, a fully qualified and experienced counsellor offering one to one, in person and online counselling sessions to adults (18+) I work with clients experiencing a wide range of circumstances and issues such as depression, anxiety, overwhelm, low-esteem, perinatal and post natal depression, trauma, parenting issues, loss, bereavement, addiction, relationship difficulties, insomnia, sexuality, identity, and life transitions to name a few.
I'm Lucy, a fully qualified and experienced counsellor offering one to one, in person and online counselling sessions to adults (18+) I work with clients experiencing a wide range of circumstances and issues such as depression, anxiety, overwhelm, low-esteem, perinatal and post natal depression, trauma, parenting issues, loss, bereavement, addiction, relationship difficulties, insomnia, sexuality, identity, and life transitions to name a few.
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Anne Brown
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
What do most of us desire beneath it all?  To feel good, whole and comfortable within ourselves and in the relationships around us. That state of peaceful being resides within all of us but often past traumas and challenging life experiences have shaped who we have become, influencing the story of who we now think we are.  These beliefs often disconnect us from our true, best selves. Trauma happens, and often feelings of shame result. Living our lives wishing bad events never happened leave us feeling powerless but incorporating our past experiences in a way that does not debilitate, permits us to live with them, not ruled by them.
What do most of us desire beneath it all?  To feel good, whole and comfortable within ourselves and in the relationships around us. That state of peaceful being resides within all of us but often past traumas and challenging life experiences have shaped who we have become, influencing the story of who we now think we are.  These beliefs often disconnect us from our true, best selves. Trauma happens, and often feelings of shame result. Living our lives wishing bad events never happened leave us feeling powerless but incorporating our past experiences in a way that does not debilitate, permits us to live with them, not ruled by them.
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so-counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Pluralistic Psychotherapist based in Bath, Somerset, offering a warm and non-judgemental space for adults, in person and online. I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches to suit your individual needs. I have extensive experience working with trauma and addiction, anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, life transitions, and feeling stuck. Whatever you're facing, we’ll work together at your pace to explore what's happening and help you move towards greater clarity and emotional wellbeing.
Pluralistic Psychotherapist based in Bath, Somerset, offering a warm and non-judgemental space for adults, in person and online. I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches to suit your individual needs. I have extensive experience working with trauma and addiction, anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, life transitions, and feeling stuck. Whatever you're facing, we’ll work together at your pace to explore what's happening and help you move towards greater clarity and emotional wellbeing.
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Jacqui Edmiston, Innox Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
Asking for help can be very daunting: sometimes it’s hard even to articulate your thoughts, let alone work out how to find someone who might be able to help make sense of it all. I understand this. I’ve been an advocate of ‘talking therapy’ for many years and I know how comforting it can be to share what’s going on in a space that feels safe, supportive and kind. In fact, it is my own experience of being a therapist’s client that has led me to the journey I am now on.
Asking for help can be very daunting: sometimes it’s hard even to articulate your thoughts, let alone work out how to find someone who might be able to help make sense of it all. I understand this. I’ve been an advocate of ‘talking therapy’ for many years and I know how comforting it can be to share what’s going on in a space that feels safe, supportive and kind. In fact, it is my own experience of being a therapist’s client that has led me to the journey I am now on.
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Michael Darvill
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
If you're reading this, then you're most likely struggling right now. You might be feeling anxious, depressed or low. You may be angry, sad or stressed by a certain situation in your life. Maybe you've lost direction and meaning, and feel stuck as a result. Or lost someone important to you, either through a bereavement or relationship breakdown. Feelings of despair, fear or hurt can be overwhelming. But...you've started the process of addressing these issues by looking for a counsellor. You've taken the first step. Together, in a collaborative effort, we can look at what is bothering you and attempt to find a way through.
If you're reading this, then you're most likely struggling right now. You might be feeling anxious, depressed or low. You may be angry, sad or stressed by a certain situation in your life. Maybe you've lost direction and meaning, and feel stuck as a result. Or lost someone important to you, either through a bereavement or relationship breakdown. Feelings of despair, fear or hurt can be overwhelming. But...you've started the process of addressing these issues by looking for a counsellor. You've taken the first step. Together, in a collaborative effort, we can look at what is bothering you and attempt to find a way through.
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Martin Phillips
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
You might be struggling with something difficult in the here and now, such as the loss of a loved one, or the breakdown of a relationship. Or perhaps you’re aware of vague, underlying feelings of sadness, anxiety or anger. Maybe you feel trapped in a cycle of repeated disappointments with partners, friends and careers and don’t know why. Whether you know what the problem is, or even if you don’t, therapy can help. It’s an opportunity to explore yourself; to examine feelings, thoughts and motivations and gain understanding - the first step towards navigating a different, happier course.
You might be struggling with something difficult in the here and now, such as the loss of a loved one, or the breakdown of a relationship. Or perhaps you’re aware of vague, underlying feelings of sadness, anxiety or anger. Maybe you feel trapped in a cycle of repeated disappointments with partners, friends and careers and don’t know why. Whether you know what the problem is, or even if you don’t, therapy can help. It’s an opportunity to explore yourself; to examine feelings, thoughts and motivations and gain understanding - the first step towards navigating a different, happier course.
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Rachael Trainor
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
At certain times in life, we may find ourselves struggling, feeling overwhelmed, anxious, confused, stuck, numb, or low. These experiences can stretch our capacity to cope and leave us feeling far from the life we want to lead. Reaching out for support in such moments is both understandable and courageous. You may be navigating relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, grief and loss, or the lasting effects of trauma. Or perhaps you're not quite sure what's wrong, only that things don’t feel right. Whatever you're experiencing, it’s valid, and we can explore it together.
At certain times in life, we may find ourselves struggling, feeling overwhelmed, anxious, confused, stuck, numb, or low. These experiences can stretch our capacity to cope and leave us feeling far from the life we want to lead. Reaching out for support in such moments is both understandable and courageous. You may be navigating relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, grief and loss, or the lasting effects of trauma. Or perhaps you're not quite sure what's wrong, only that things don’t feel right. Whatever you're experiencing, it’s valid, and we can explore it together.
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Kerry Hampton. (Mbacp)
Psychotherapist, BACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am Kerry, local to Wiltshire. Working as a Somatic Trauma Psychotherapist, I take account of the whole person, emotional, physical and mental. I am Integrative and trained in many theoretical approaches and use the Tri-Phasic Trauma model ensuring a steady process of stabilisation, processing and integration so healing feels manageable, not overwhelming. I work with a range of issues including Trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety and relationships. I too have partaken in my own therapy, and this allows me to know what it feels like to be in that chair.
I am Kerry, local to Wiltshire. Working as a Somatic Trauma Psychotherapist, I take account of the whole person, emotional, physical and mental. I am Integrative and trained in many theoretical approaches and use the Tri-Phasic Trauma model ensuring a steady process of stabilisation, processing and integration so healing feels manageable, not overwhelming. I work with a range of issues including Trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety and relationships. I too have partaken in my own therapy, and this allows me to know what it feels like to be in that chair.
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Hugo Metcalfe
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
I’m a Psychologist, Integrative Psychotherapist, keynote speaker and Author with over 20 years experience working in mental health across the NHS, private practice, and organisational settings. In my private practice I work with adults 1:1 and with couples, supporting people to navigate life’s challenges and facilitate change. In my experience, people come to therapy for many reasons, to make sense of painful experiences, to manage anxiety or stress, navigate work and productivity related challenges, to improve relationships with themselves and others, to make changes and sometimes to reconnect with a sense of purpose.
I’m a Psychologist, Integrative Psychotherapist, keynote speaker and Author with over 20 years experience working in mental health across the NHS, private practice, and organisational settings. In my private practice I work with adults 1:1 and with couples, supporting people to navigate life’s challenges and facilitate change. In my experience, people come to therapy for many reasons, to make sense of painful experiences, to manage anxiety or stress, navigate work and productivity related challenges, to improve relationships with themselves and others, to make changes and sometimes to reconnect with a sense of purpose.
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Michael Bizley
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
I work purely as an Online Therapist for which I am fully qualified and trained to do. This has many benefits, not only as it doesn't mean travelling but we also have the options of working in different ways, such as video, email, audio or instant messaging. Sometimes it can reduce anxieties as you can be in a space that feels comfortable for you. I have a particular interest in working with MEN in therapy as I am aware how difficult it can be for a man to seek therapy and talk about their emotions and experiences. My aim is to provide that safe space in which all clients can explore their feelings and emotions.
I work purely as an Online Therapist for which I am fully qualified and trained to do. This has many benefits, not only as it doesn't mean travelling but we also have the options of working in different ways, such as video, email, audio or instant messaging. Sometimes it can reduce anxieties as you can be in a space that feels comfortable for you. I have a particular interest in working with MEN in therapy as I am aware how difficult it can be for a man to seek therapy and talk about their emotions and experiences. My aim is to provide that safe space in which all clients can explore their feelings and emotions.
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Jamie Sabat
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Swindon SN4
Welcome, my name is Jamie and I am a fully qualified and experienced counsellor. I understand how overwhelming seeking counselling can be and recognise how much of a big step it takes to contact someone like myself to talk about your personal difficulties. I am experienced working with individuals and relationships. My training being person-centred, I focus on respecting your unique experience and supporting you to find your sense of agency and self belief.
Welcome, my name is Jamie and I am a fully qualified and experienced counsellor. I understand how overwhelming seeking counselling can be and recognise how much of a big step it takes to contact someone like myself to talk about your personal difficulties. I am experienced working with individuals and relationships. My training being person-centred, I focus on respecting your unique experience and supporting you to find your sense of agency and self belief.
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Christopher Sean Wilkinson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Hello I’m Chris, a Registered and highly qualified Psychotherapist. With 25 years of experience, I help people that feel stuck in patterns, are overwhelmed or struggling to accept parts of themselves. I integrate evidence based practices such as Cognitive Behavioural therapy and interpersonal therapy to help overcome challenges in the fastest time possible. The space I provide is safe, supportive and most of all human! I help with various presenting difficulties and always happy to have an initial discussion to hear what’s going on for you. Currently offering online therapy with availability weekday evenings and weekends.
Hello I’m Chris, a Registered and highly qualified Psychotherapist. With 25 years of experience, I help people that feel stuck in patterns, are overwhelmed or struggling to accept parts of themselves. I integrate evidence based practices such as Cognitive Behavioural therapy and interpersonal therapy to help overcome challenges in the fastest time possible. The space I provide is safe, supportive and most of all human! I help with various presenting difficulties and always happy to have an initial discussion to hear what’s going on for you. Currently offering online therapy with availability weekday evenings and weekends.
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Dr Caile Gordon
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about your next steps? With over a decade of experience in mental health, I specialise in helping individuals navigate anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, I assist clients in understanding their experiences and developing effective coping strategies. Offering online therapy sessions, I am accessible to clients across the UK, providing flexibility and convenience.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about your next steps? With over a decade of experience in mental health, I specialise in helping individuals navigate anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, I assist clients in understanding their experiences and developing effective coping strategies. Offering online therapy sessions, I am accessible to clients across the UK, providing flexibility and convenience.
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Marc Newton Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Bristol BS1
Waitlist for new clients
People come to counselling for all sorts of reasons. Whatever is going on for you, I offer a safe and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions and the challenges you are going through. I have experience working with anxiety, anger, self-esteem, relationships, abuse, trauma, guilt and shame. Specialising in work with LGBTQ+ clients, I have worked with a wide range of issues around gender and sexual relationship diversity. Whilst these may or may not be the focus of our work together, I provide a space where clients can consider how these aspects of identity affect their wider lives.
People come to counselling for all sorts of reasons. Whatever is going on for you, I offer a safe and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions and the challenges you are going through. I have experience working with anxiety, anger, self-esteem, relationships, abuse, trauma, guilt and shame. Specialising in work with LGBTQ+ clients, I have worked with a wide range of issues around gender and sexual relationship diversity. Whilst these may or may not be the focus of our work together, I provide a space where clients can consider how these aspects of identity affect their wider lives.
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Adam Henry
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Bristol BS6
We all experience difficulties at certain times in our lives. It can take a lot of courage to ask for support when we are feeling down, anxious, or facing a crisis. Finding the right therapist is not easy, but I believe that looking for one is already a step forward.
We all experience difficulties at certain times in our lives. It can take a lot of courage to ask for support when we are feeling down, anxious, or facing a crisis. Finding the right therapist is not easy, but I believe that looking for one is already a step forward.
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Byron Harris
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Hi, I'm Byron. I'm a trauma-informed, pluralistic counsellor and supervisor, and it would be a real privilege to support you as you find your way through life's ups and downs. Having worked as a counsellor and trainer for over eight years, I really believe in creating a safe and trusting relationship with my clients. When we meet, you'll find me warm, down-to-earth, and keen to make sure you feel completely at ease sharing what's on your mind. I also bring an adaptable, flexible and effective personalised approach.
Hi, I'm Byron. I'm a trauma-informed, pluralistic counsellor and supervisor, and it would be a real privilege to support you as you find your way through life's ups and downs. Having worked as a counsellor and trainer for over eight years, I really believe in creating a safe and trusting relationship with my clients. When we meet, you'll find me warm, down-to-earth, and keen to make sure you feel completely at ease sharing what's on your mind. I also bring an adaptable, flexible and effective personalised approach.
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Rich Willis
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
If you are on this page, you are considering counselling. Seeking counselling and potentially talking to a stranger about your emotions can be incredibly intimidating/daunting but this is a sign that you feel there is a need for change. Through counselling, we can explore what is important to you, at your own pace and work towards enrichment.
If you are on this page, you are considering counselling. Seeking counselling and potentially talking to a stranger about your emotions can be incredibly intimidating/daunting but this is a sign that you feel there is a need for change. Through counselling, we can explore what is important to you, at your own pace and work towards enrichment.
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Richard John Mann
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
As a therapist working in the NHS and in private practice, I specialise in Anxiety (GAD, Panic Disorder, OCD and Social Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Addiction and Relationship Issues. I am also LGBTQIA+ and Neurodiverse affirming. I believe that therapy should be tailored specially for your individual needs and I provide a relaxed, safe space where you can feel free to share confidentially and without judgement. It can feel daunting sharing your problems, sometimes for the first time and I like to work in a collaborative way, helping you learn more about yourself, your issues and developing strategies to manage them.
As a therapist working in the NHS and in private practice, I specialise in Anxiety (GAD, Panic Disorder, OCD and Social Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Addiction and Relationship Issues. I am also LGBTQIA+ and Neurodiverse affirming. I believe that therapy should be tailored specially for your individual needs and I provide a relaxed, safe space where you can feel free to share confidentially and without judgement. It can feel daunting sharing your problems, sometimes for the first time and I like to work in a collaborative way, helping you learn more about yourself, your issues and developing strategies to manage them.
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Eleanor Smith
Psychotherapist, PhD, UKCP Trainee
Bath BA1
I specialise in areas surrounding sexual identity, pleasure, pornography use, sexual violence, relational dynamics, connection, intimacy, cultural and/or religious tension, belonging, addiction, life transitions, uprootedness and expatriation, as well as bereavement, living with life-limiting illness, and personal crises, to name a few. I have additional experience working with young adults and adolescents (over 18s), especially those struggling with life transitions, drug use, their sense of belonging, bullying and/or identity.
I specialise in areas surrounding sexual identity, pleasure, pornography use, sexual violence, relational dynamics, connection, intimacy, cultural and/or religious tension, belonging, addiction, life transitions, uprootedness and expatriation, as well as bereavement, living with life-limiting illness, and personal crises, to name a few. I have additional experience working with young adults and adolescents (over 18s), especially those struggling with life transitions, drug use, their sense of belonging, bullying and/or identity.
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Yvonne Prout
Counsellor, BACP
Online Only
Maybe the reason you are here today is because you are experiencing feelings that you would rather not continue to carry alone. My practice is called ‘Accanto’ and I have built my service around this name, which translated means ‘next to or beside,’ and quite simply that is exactly where I will be for you. I do have an A-Z of what I cover but actually this is about YOU feeling that you can bring anything you need into the space that I offer. Counselling is initially about feeling better about all the different parts of yourself, learning to love your whole self so that you can then invite love and acceptance from others.
Maybe the reason you are here today is because you are experiencing feelings that you would rather not continue to carry alone. My practice is called ‘Accanto’ and I have built my service around this name, which translated means ‘next to or beside,’ and quite simply that is exactly where I will be for you. I do have an A-Z of what I cover but actually this is about YOU feeling that you can bring anything you need into the space that I offer. Counselling is initially about feeling better about all the different parts of yourself, learning to love your whole self so that you can then invite love and acceptance from others.
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Men's Issues Counsellors

Is therapy for men different than it is for women?

Therapeutic treatments and types are the same for men as they are for women, with the same protocols followed and the same strategies employed. Discussing one’s feelings and emotions is an integral part of most therapies, and some men find doing so more challenging. Therapists can help clients through the process; some specialize in treating men for this reason.

How do you encourage a man to go to therapy?

It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either himself or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can men prepare for therapy?

Men can prepare for therapy by approaching the process with an open mind, being willing to talk about their challenges, and giving treatment the time to work. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. It can be useful for men who struggle to recall their emotional states to write down notes between sessions about their response to a given event or how they were feeling at a particular time.

What should men know about the process of therapy?

One of the most common reasons men don’t seek therapy is the notion that there’s something wrong with them if they do. Men should know that just because they’re seeking therapy doesn’t mean they’re mentally ill or damaged in some way. In the same way people work on their bodies through exercise or a craft through practice, therapy can be a way to improve the mental and emotional skills needed to be productive and effective partners, employees, and people in all realms of life.