Counselling in Bristol
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Elise Bird
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
I am a qualified integrative therapist with a person-centred ethos, offering a grounded, warm and down-to-earth approach. My role is to create a safe, non-judgemental space for you to explore and navigate the difficulties you might be experiencing in a way that makes you feel heard, valued and understood. Wherever you’re at, that is where I will meet you. We will go at your pace, and collaborate in finding the best way forward for you to make sense of your experience and find authenticity, acceptance, awareness and the confidence to change.
Deborah Louise Creed
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
Deborah Creed is a UKCP (UK Council for Psychotherapy) and AFT (Association of Family Therapy) accredited systemic psychotherapist with over ten years experience working with children, adolescents, and adults.
She has a wealth of experience working with problems such as anxiety, behaviour, eating disorders, sleep, social anxiety, bullying, or school-related problems. Deborah has worked with many clients affected by separation, divorce, trauma, or couples wanting to reconnect. Deborah offers a bespoke service to meet the needs of the client. This is a private practice. It is a highly successful and discreet place to talk
Kayleigh Knight
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
I am a Counsellor specialising in working with adults and young people who have experienced domestic abuse and trauma. I have over ten years experience providing support through a range of life's challenges, from ongoing personal struggles to sudden situations of crisis. I believe in providing a supportive, non-judgmental space to allow you to explore and navigate through any difficulties you may be facing. Counselling can also create a time for you to get to know yourself better, reflect on personal experiences and work out the best way forward for you.
Green Trees Psychology - Sharon Davey
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
We all struggle with difficult feelings at times in our lives. I am an approachable and highly specialist clinical psychologist who helps adults with a range of difficulties including anxiety, stress and depression/low mood. I offer a confidential and supportive space to think together about your individual needs. I can help you to make sense of your emotions and think about the next steps to work towards your goals. My approach to therapy is that I draw upon a range of evidence based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion Focused therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Systemic ideas.
Marium Akhund
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Looking for a therapist can be an overwhelming experience; however, it is already a good step in your journey. You may be needing to be listened to or seeking support for a particular challenge. Emotional pain and mental distress need a space to be explored and processed and therapy can offer a safe environment for this.Counseling and psychotherapy can provide an opportunity to be in a safe space where you can be listened to by someone who is unbiased and non-judgmental. By sharing your story and your experiences, and building trust and openness in the relationship with your therapist, we can attempt to gain deeper understanding.
Sapling CBT (cbt, emdr, btti for tics)
MSc
Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I am a specialist Child and Adolescent CBT, EMDR and BTTI therapist. My background is in Educational Psychology and Attachment Therapy with 17 years experience supporting families. We will work together to build a bespoke treatment plan, I believe we all have the potential for positive wellbeing, I will work with you to uncover what this means to you. I aim to work in the environment that you feel most comfortable in, this can be your school or in clinic. Weekly clinic held in the Chew Valley, Bath and Bristol. I look forward to coming alongside you on your therapeutic journey.
Sarah Jane Leonard
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Accredited member of the BACP: Face to face or Zoom. Over 10 years of helping people. I Welcome you to my home where I offer: a confidential, relaxed, professional, positive, supportive environment each session. I have been working in Counselling since 2006 with Addiction, Women, Young People, BPD, Anxiety & LGBTQ+. I have a vast experience being productive, welcoming & constructive. I work Person Centred, DBT & CBT. I work long term or short term. I offer respect, genuineness, confidentially. Non refundable deposit only.
Dr Priya Palmer
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Reaching out for help can be the hardest first step. You may be feeling stuck or struggling to get through the day. I work with a range of difficulties: PTSD, low mood, anxiety, phobias, self-esteem, self-criticism, birth trauma, traumatic and difficult life experiences.
Sarah Majid
Psychologist, MSc, MBPsS
Verified
Psychology and Sports have always intrigued me. I specialized in Sports and Exercise Psychology in 2016. I have competed as an international Judo athlete for India and won many national medals. I am experienced in supporting athletes individually and working with teams to improve their psychological skills as a unit. I have worked with young athletes who are breaking into the National level and also worked with professional and GB athletes. My clients range from 11yrs old to 55 years old in sports such as Golf, Tennis, Table tennis, Basketball, Football, Equestrian, Rowing, and many more sports.
Alex Moate
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Counselling can provide you with much needed clarity when life seems full up, with no room left to think. As a qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist I provide a non-judgemental, safe and confidential space to explore issues that you are facing, to look more closely at the impact that these are having in your life and to begin to gain new perspectives. As an integrative practitioner I am able to work flexibly with you, with my work being informed by different approaches including Gestalt, Person-centred, Psychodynamic and CBT. This means that I am able to work in a way that will best suit your individual needs.
Dr Michelle Griffiths
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Health Psych.
Verified
I am a fully registered and insured Practitioner Psychologist and Chartered Psychologist, specialising in treatment and counselling for a variety of biological, psychological and social difficulties. I have over 15 years’ experience of supporting people to develop strategies to live with mental health issues (anxiety and depression, stress, worry or panic, health-related anxiety and depression), long-term conditions (e.g. thyroid disorders, pain, fatigue, COPD, PMDD and cancer) and challenging life circumstances.
Westray Psychotherapy and Counselling
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified
Anxiety? Stress? low self esteem? are you finding things difficult? Sometimes you just need the space to talk. I can help you to find peace in your life. I am a warm and approachable, UK based, state registered Psychotherapist accredited with the HCPC. I have an MA in Art Psychotherapy and I am also certified in Mental Health First Aid and NLP. I work from a client centred, integrative stance leading from a relational psychodynamic perspective. We explore deeply, discover and then take action if required
Patricia Falvey
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
We live in a culture that promotes the idea of strong, powerful individuals who live picture perfect lives. There is little room for showing our vulnerability, or our need for connection. There is a cultural expectation that when things are difficult for us we should just 'get over it' and not make a fuss, this might manifest in you with thoughts of "what's wrong with me", "why is this so hard" and "I should be able to manage by myself" and so on! You may be feeling fragmented, disconnected, numb, overwhelmed, fearful, unable to cope, you might feel like giving up.
Gabbie Cailes
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
I provide a safe and unpressured space where you can explore all aspects of who you are, without the restrictions and expectations you might feel in everyday life. Counselling can help you make sense of your feelings, behaviour and relationships. I believe this can be a process of growth and self-discovery. We often adapt our true selves to manage the pressures of life. Counselling can be an opportunity to say the things you may never have had the chance to say before and explore feelings that may have been hidden. It can lead to deepened self-awareness and can help you find ways to become 'unstuck' and move forward with life.
Therapy with Narissi
Psychotherapist
Verified
Life’s challenges can result in feeling anxious, depressed, lacking in self esteem or experiencing feelings of intense loneliness. We may struggle with easily being overwhelmed, difficulty in maintaining healthy relationships and our lives may lack meaning. I provide a safe, attentive and non judgemental listening environment. I have a dedicated interest in tackling issues around gender - especially uplifting and empowering women. I work with LGBTQ+, issues relating to anxiety, trauma and interpersonal relationships. I am constantly learning and improving my understanding around issues to do with diversity, sexuality and inclusion.
Ky Kepner
Psychotherapist
Verified
Sometimes we need someone to witness our experience, to validate our struggles. This sounds simple, yet many of us often feel like we can't get it from people in our lives. As a therapist, it all begins with me getting to know your perspective, to see your world through your eyes as best I can. You might feel you know exactly why you seek therapy, or it may seem less clear right now — either way, you probably want something to change. Perhaps you feel aspects of your life are 'stuck', or feel overwhelmed by emotions, thoughts, or other difficulties that seem impossible to move through.
Antonio Danzi
Psychotherapist, BPC
Verified
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist, trained at the Tavistock Clinic in London. Alongside my private practice I also work as a psychotherapist in the NHS in Bristol. I offer a safe and confidential space to explore the emotional, psychological and relational issues that you may find reoccuring in your life and that you're finding difficult to manage. My work aims at increasing your own self reflective capabilities and giving you better insight into the issues you are experiencing, and how to make change.
Robert Holman
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
There are many reasons why people seek time and space to talk and reflect. You might want to talk about thoughts and feelings that are difficult to discuss with others, or consider what has happened to bring you to this point in your life. This can be a space for exploration and discovery, a protected hour in which you will be listened to. My focus is on listening openly, without judgment, to whatever you bring. I will listen to your experiences and your point of view and together we can look at different perspectives which can help you to live more freely.
Selena Reid
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
Finding the right therapist can be a daunting process. I believe that it is important for you to feel a positive connection with your therapist if you are to receive the most beneficial experience from Psychotherapy. I believe that the healer is within you, but I also understand that it is difficult for anyone to self heal without support. My purpose is not only to assist you with the healing process, but also to facilitate your change and growth and help you to naturally awaken your own life supporting behaviours.
Light on Cloud Psychotherapy
Verified
Lisa Bailey - Psychotherapist in training. I have a natural curiosity about people, I am patient, and I have a deep commitment to finding a way that feels right for each human being. I have over twenty years experience supporting and being alongside many people in a range of professional roles within the statutory and voluntary sector. I continue to be grateful for the glimpses that people allow me to have into their lives. My heart is often touched by what is shared, even in the darkest moments.
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What type of mental health professional is right for me?
Some of the most common types of mental health providers in Bristol are psychologists, licensed counsellors, therapists, and psychotherapists, all of whom diagnose mental health conditions and provide individualised treatment.
Services offered, education, and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in Bristol then may specialise in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counselling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.
Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.
Services offered, education, and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in Bristol then may specialise in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counselling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.
Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.
How to find a specialist?
You can refine your search using the filters on this page. There are several categories you can filter by to find mental health professionals with the experience you are looking for. You may want to filter for CBT Psychologists in Bristol, or Child Psychologists in Bristol.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like Bristol psychologists specialising in EMDR.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like Bristol psychologists specialising in EMDR.
What method of therapy is right for me?
When it comes to treatment methods, there's no 'right way.’ Each method of therapy can be beneficial for a variety of issues. Psychologists in Bristol specialise in therapeutic approaches such as CBT, EMDR, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), among others. Finding a psychologist or counsellor who is a good fit for you is the most important step to discovering what type of therapy, or combination of therapeutic approaches, will meet your individual needs. Learn what to expect from different types of therapy and how they work.
Can I afford counselling?
Yes. Most counsellors offer reasonable rates or will work on a sliding scale basis. Many accept health insurance. Feel free to discuss this when you contact the counsellor.