Counselling in Clifton, Bristol

After working in the TV industry for 20 years, I changed my direction and trained to be a psychotherapist so I could help people facing challenging times. I am a fully qualified psychotherapist , and in my practice I offer both professional and affordable therapy in the Clifton area of Bristol. Our work together can be long or short term as well as online or in person. In my practice I am focused on creating an approach that will best suit your needs. I provide a confidential, safe and explorative environment. Giving you an opportunity to explore and understand yourself on a deeper level.
After working in the TV industry for 20 years, I changed my direction and trained to be a psychotherapist so I could help people facing challenging times. I am a fully qualified psychotherapist , and in my practice I offer both professional and affordable therapy in the Clifton area of Bristol. Our work together can be long or short term as well as online or in person. In my practice I am focused on creating an approach that will best suit your needs. I provide a confidential, safe and explorative environment. Giving you an opportunity to explore and understand yourself on a deeper level.

Welcome to my Counselling & Psychotherapy Service in Bristol and Cheltenham. I am an experienced and fully accredited UKCP Psychotherapist (MA Dip, Hip) and Couples Counsellor. I see clients with a range of issues on both a long term and short-term basis. This includes: Anxiety, Depression, Low Self-Esteem, Work Related Stress and Relationship difficulties too early childhood trauma. Also as a Qualified Social Worker I have many years practice of supporting client's through adverse experiences in their lives.
Welcome to my Counselling & Psychotherapy Service in Bristol and Cheltenham. I am an experienced and fully accredited UKCP Psychotherapist (MA Dip, Hip) and Couples Counsellor. I see clients with a range of issues on both a long term and short-term basis. This includes: Anxiety, Depression, Low Self-Esteem, Work Related Stress and Relationship difficulties too early childhood trauma. Also as a Qualified Social Worker I have many years practice of supporting client's through adverse experiences in their lives.

Hello. I am a psychotherapist and supervisor working in Clifton, Bristol. The space I offer is held with positive regard where all of your experience is welcome.
Good therapy can help us to trust out hearts more. In sharing those parts of us that do not feel ok and are hard to be with, we can find more ground in relation to our difficulties. In so doing we become clearer about our needs and more able to live a happy and fulfilled life.
I am currently offering low cost supervision to counsellors and psychotherapists. Please contact me for more information.
Hello. I am a psychotherapist and supervisor working in Clifton, Bristol. The space I offer is held with positive regard where all of your experience is welcome.
Good therapy can help us to trust out hearts more. In sharing those parts of us that do not feel ok and are hard to be with, we can find more ground in relation to our difficulties. In so doing we become clearer about our needs and more able to live a happy and fulfilled life.
I am currently offering low cost supervision to counsellors and psychotherapists. Please contact me for more information.

Why counselling - There are times where the pressures of life can leave us feeling overwhelmed. For many of us how we feel within ourselves is crucial in day to day life. Wherever we may find ourselves the process of counselling can give us the ability to sculpt and create a vision of belonging that is both true to ourselves and allows us to flourish. What I provide is a non-judgemental, warm and genuine approach focused on person centred therapy. This approach ensures that the client is held throughout the process and feels comfortable exploring experiences both past and present in a safe environment.
Why counselling - There are times where the pressures of life can leave us feeling overwhelmed. For many of us how we feel within ourselves is crucial in day to day life. Wherever we may find ourselves the process of counselling can give us the ability to sculpt and create a vision of belonging that is both true to ourselves and allows us to flourish. What I provide is a non-judgemental, warm and genuine approach focused on person centred therapy. This approach ensures that the client is held throughout the process and feels comfortable exploring experiences both past and present in a safe environment.

Hi, I'm Monica, an Integrative Psychotherapist with 30 years experience in a number of face-to-face settings including solely online since 2010. Following a specialist training while living as an Expat, I am committed to offering therapy online to a professional standard.
Working with individual adult clients across a range of diversity, I'm skilled in exploring relationship difficulties and toxicity, trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety, stress and bereavement among them. As for all us, these can often overlap, especially when past pain is re-triggered in the present and/or old coping strategies become stuck.
Hi, I'm Monica, an Integrative Psychotherapist with 30 years experience in a number of face-to-face settings including solely online since 2010. Following a specialist training while living as an Expat, I am committed to offering therapy online to a professional standard.
Working with individual adult clients across a range of diversity, I'm skilled in exploring relationship difficulties and toxicity, trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety, stress and bereavement among them. As for all us, these can often overlap, especially when past pain is re-triggered in the present and/or old coping strategies become stuck.

Please note : I have new slots available : Mondays 2.00pm and Tuesdays 12.15pm, 1.45pm and 3.15pm.
I am passionate about humans' ability to heal their emotional wounds when they feel supported on their personal path. We all have greater potential and resources than we think. A lot of the times it is difficult to access these, for various reasons. Therapy helps explore the ways we relate to ourselves and others. It is a journey towards finding or becoming yourself.
Please note : I have new slots available : Mondays 2.00pm and Tuesdays 12.15pm, 1.45pm and 3.15pm.
I am passionate about humans' ability to heal their emotional wounds when they feel supported on their personal path. We all have greater potential and resources than we think. A lot of the times it is difficult to access these, for various reasons. Therapy helps explore the ways we relate to ourselves and others. It is a journey towards finding or becoming yourself.

Hi I'm Chris, an accredited CBT therapist, Dramatherapist and EMDR therapist. I work with children, young people and adults that are struggling with a range of mental health difficulties. I have been a therapist for over a decade and I have worked with all age ranges. My education, training and experience in multiple different settings means I am able to relate to what you might need, allowing us to create an effective treatment plan together. I have a collaborative approach as I know that you are the expert of your experiences. We work together to find the tools and techniques that will best help you.
Hi I'm Chris, an accredited CBT therapist, Dramatherapist and EMDR therapist. I work with children, young people and adults that are struggling with a range of mental health difficulties. I have been a therapist for over a decade and I have worked with all age ranges. My education, training and experience in multiple different settings means I am able to relate to what you might need, allowing us to create an effective treatment plan together. I have a collaborative approach as I know that you are the expert of your experiences. We work together to find the tools and techniques that will best help you.

Using body psychotherapy (somatic psychotherapy), I will work with you on all levels of your being (mind, body and spirit) in a transparent, caring and empowering way. My focus is on supporting you to achieve the life changes you need to become truly happy, and on creating maximum value for you going forward (so that you can experience deep and lasting change). In my approach, I work by listening deeply to your life force and holding the space for your process to emerge, your inner child to be heard and all of your feelings and thoughts to be welcomed.
Using body psychotherapy (somatic psychotherapy), I will work with you on all levels of your being (mind, body and spirit) in a transparent, caring and empowering way. My focus is on supporting you to achieve the life changes you need to become truly happy, and on creating maximum value for you going forward (so that you can experience deep and lasting change). In my approach, I work by listening deeply to your life force and holding the space for your process to emerge, your inner child to be heard and all of your feelings and thoughts to be welcomed.

Spaces available now for individual and couples sessions on zoom and in person in Bristol.
I offer compassionate integrative counselling for individuals and couples and polyamorous constellations, for a range of issues. including anxiety, depression, neurodivergence,(ASD and ADHD ) As a queer, ENM positive counsellor I am inclusive and respectful of people's lifestyle choices. I can offer face to face counselling in Bristol or zoom sessions at the private practice. ii specialise in Neurodiversity, ENM, polyamory and the intersection of alt lifestyles. I have a Master's degree in contemporary relationship studies and counselling.
Spaces available now for individual and couples sessions on zoom and in person in Bristol.
I offer compassionate integrative counselling for individuals and couples and polyamorous constellations, for a range of issues. including anxiety, depression, neurodivergence,(ASD and ADHD ) As a queer, ENM positive counsellor I am inclusive and respectful of people's lifestyle choices. I can offer face to face counselling in Bristol or zoom sessions at the private practice. ii specialise in Neurodiversity, ENM, polyamory and the intersection of alt lifestyles. I have a Master's degree in contemporary relationship studies and counselling.

I am a fully qualified and registered psychotherapist, with more than 25 years' experience of working with adult clients in both private practice and NHS settings. I also have extensive experience as a couples therapist, group facilitator, trainer and educator in psychotherapy, and as a supervisor of other practitioners. My therapeutic approach integrates elements of contemporary psychoanalytic psychotherapy with a Humanistic emphasis on a direct and real relationship. To find out more about me, visit my website: bristolpsychotherapist.com
I am a fully qualified and registered psychotherapist, with more than 25 years' experience of working with adult clients in both private practice and NHS settings. I also have extensive experience as a couples therapist, group facilitator, trainer and educator in psychotherapy, and as a supervisor of other practitioners. My therapeutic approach integrates elements of contemporary psychoanalytic psychotherapy with a Humanistic emphasis on a direct and real relationship. To find out more about me, visit my website: bristolpsychotherapist.com

I offer therapy and supervision and have a particular interest in trauma and how it impacts our nervous system: CPTSD, PTSD, and DID; dissociation, hearing voices, addictive behaviours and coping mechanisms and links to childhood trauma. 'ACE's' (Adverse Childhood Experiences), and how these affect us as adults. Trauma comes in many forms; overt ones such as physical or sexual abuse, car accidents, war, disasters etc, and less obvious or covert forms like emotional abuse or neglect, bullying, or just 'not getting what we need' on an emotional level. I am accredited with UKCP, and have specialist trauma training.
I offer therapy and supervision and have a particular interest in trauma and how it impacts our nervous system: CPTSD, PTSD, and DID; dissociation, hearing voices, addictive behaviours and coping mechanisms and links to childhood trauma. 'ACE's' (Adverse Childhood Experiences), and how these affect us as adults. Trauma comes in many forms; overt ones such as physical or sexual abuse, car accidents, war, disasters etc, and less obvious or covert forms like emotional abuse or neglect, bullying, or just 'not getting what we need' on an emotional level. I am accredited with UKCP, and have specialist trauma training.

You may be experiencing anxiety or depression that's affecting your day-to-day life, struggling to process a past experience, coming to terms with significant life changes, facing challenges in your relationships, or wanting to reconnect with yourself and what matters most to you.
You might have a different reason for seeking out therapy - or may not yet know exactly what brings you here. Whatever the circumstances, I offer a compassionate space to explore your experience constructively, working towards the lasting change you're seeking.
You may be experiencing anxiety or depression that's affecting your day-to-day life, struggling to process a past experience, coming to terms with significant life changes, facing challenges in your relationships, or wanting to reconnect with yourself and what matters most to you.
You might have a different reason for seeking out therapy - or may not yet know exactly what brings you here. Whatever the circumstances, I offer a compassionate space to explore your experience constructively, working towards the lasting change you're seeking.

I am an art psychotherapist with additional trainings in relational trauma therapy and applied Buddhist psychology. I am also a qualified clinical supervisor and a Trauma Sensitive Yoga facilitator (TCTSY-F). As a therapist with nearly two decades of experience I have worked with children and adults, within family services, hospices, acute mental health and inpatient services, in children's centres and more been in private practice for 14 years. I have also as, a socially engaged Buddhist practitioner, worked on overseas projects including in Delhi, Assam and Nepal and in Europe.
I am an art psychotherapist with additional trainings in relational trauma therapy and applied Buddhist psychology. I am also a qualified clinical supervisor and a Trauma Sensitive Yoga facilitator (TCTSY-F). As a therapist with nearly two decades of experience I have worked with children and adults, within family services, hospices, acute mental health and inpatient services, in children's centres and more been in private practice for 14 years. I have also as, a socially engaged Buddhist practitioner, worked on overseas projects including in Delhi, Assam and Nepal and in Europe.

My name is Anna a dedicated & experienced counsellor & personal coach working in person & online. I work with young people (18+) and adults. If you find yourself on this page then I imagine you are in need of some support at this time. Things I can help with: Anxiety, Depression, Family Problems, Fear of Failure, Health Anxiety, Relationship Problems, Parenting, Addictions. If you don't see your issue here, it doesn't mean I can't help. Please get in touch for more details. I am here to listen with care and sensitivity to your concerns, regardless of how distressing or upsetting your experiences or feelings may be.
My name is Anna a dedicated & experienced counsellor & personal coach working in person & online. I work with young people (18+) and adults. If you find yourself on this page then I imagine you are in need of some support at this time. Things I can help with: Anxiety, Depression, Family Problems, Fear of Failure, Health Anxiety, Relationship Problems, Parenting, Addictions. If you don't see your issue here, it doesn't mean I can't help. Please get in touch for more details. I am here to listen with care and sensitivity to your concerns, regardless of how distressing or upsetting your experiences or feelings may be.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Health and Lifestyle Coach offering a supportive and compassionate space to support you on your wellness journey. You may be feeling stuck or lost, burned out by the pace of modern life, or perhaps you're navigating a chronic health condition. Sometimes old conditioning and survival patterns from the past, or stress and trauma that has accumulated in the body, can continue to harm our health. Sometimes, it is our current context and disconnection from our natural rhythms that leaves us struggling but unclear about what and how to change.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Health and Lifestyle Coach offering a supportive and compassionate space to support you on your wellness journey. You may be feeling stuck or lost, burned out by the pace of modern life, or perhaps you're navigating a chronic health condition. Sometimes old conditioning and survival patterns from the past, or stress and trauma that has accumulated in the body, can continue to harm our health. Sometimes, it is our current context and disconnection from our natural rhythms that leaves us struggling but unclear about what and how to change.

Hi, I'm Laura, a BACP registered therapist with experience helping people to find meaningful change through exploring their feelings, thoughts, relationships, and experiences. I am a warm, relational, encouraging therapist with an open-hearted and creative approach to my practice. I appreciate the uniqueness of each person (and their experiences), and I welcome you, whatever journey you have taken to get here. I understand it can take great courage to reach out, and I offer Person-Centred Therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy to help you navigate what's coming up in your life.
Hi, I'm Laura, a BACP registered therapist with experience helping people to find meaningful change through exploring their feelings, thoughts, relationships, and experiences. I am a warm, relational, encouraging therapist with an open-hearted and creative approach to my practice. I appreciate the uniqueness of each person (and their experiences), and I welcome you, whatever journey you have taken to get here. I understand it can take great courage to reach out, and I offer Person-Centred Therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy to help you navigate what's coming up in your life.

To find out more about the way that I work visit my website on www.drstephaniedavis.co.uk
To find out more about the way that I work visit my website on www.drstephaniedavis.co.uk

I am a trainee psychotherapist offering relational Gestalt therapy in Bristol. I offer a safe and confidential space where we can explore your unique experiences together. You might have a clear sense of what you want to work through in therapy, or perhaps you need some support to untangle and understand your experience. I want to meet you exactly where you are and to provide a space for you to feel you can be honest and reflective.
I am a trainee psychotherapist offering relational Gestalt therapy in Bristol. I offer a safe and confidential space where we can explore your unique experiences together. You might have a clear sense of what you want to work through in therapy, or perhaps you need some support to untangle and understand your experience. I want to meet you exactly where you are and to provide a space for you to feel you can be honest and reflective.

Tracy Blackmore is a highly skilled and widely respected psychotherapist, specialising in trauma, addiction and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing). Her clinical expertise extends to treating eating disorders and complex trauma presentations.
Over the years, Tracy has worked with a broad spectrum of individuals—ranging from ultra-high-net-worth clients, public figures, to vulnerable youth, and those navigating homelessness, incarceration, and systemic marginalisation. Her reputation rests on a finely tuned, adaptive approach to treatment that is bespoke and fitting to personality and need.
Tracy Blackmore is a highly skilled and widely respected psychotherapist, specialising in trauma, addiction and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing). Her clinical expertise extends to treating eating disorders and complex trauma presentations.
Over the years, Tracy has worked with a broad spectrum of individuals—ranging from ultra-high-net-worth clients, public figures, to vulnerable youth, and those navigating homelessness, incarceration, and systemic marginalisation. Her reputation rests on a finely tuned, adaptive approach to treatment that is bespoke and fitting to personality and need.

I am a UKCP registered Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapist-in-Training in my sixth year of study at the Bath Centre for Psychotherapy and Counselling (BCPC). I work in Bristol and offer affordable therapy to adults. For me, psychotherapy is largely about creating more self-acceptance. This will look different depending on your needs, but in general it will involve a compassionate and empathetic exploration of your life experiences, and how they might influence your present circumstances, to see how each may be creating blocks in your life from a healthy expression of your feelings.
I am a UKCP registered Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapist-in-Training in my sixth year of study at the Bath Centre for Psychotherapy and Counselling (BCPC). I work in Bristol and offer affordable therapy to adults. For me, psychotherapy is largely about creating more self-acceptance. This will look different depending on your needs, but in general it will involve a compassionate and empathetic exploration of your life experiences, and how they might influence your present circumstances, to see how each may be creating blocks in your life from a healthy expression of your feelings.
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Number of Counsellors in Clifton, Bristol
100+
Average cost per session
£65
Counsellors in Clifton, Bristol who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
88% | Self Esteem |
81% | Relationship Issues |
81% | Stress |
65% | Trauma and PTSD |
61% | Bereavement |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
59% | Aviva |
49% | AXA PPP |
49% | Bupa |
How Counsellors in Clifton, Bristol see their clients
82% | In Person and Online | |
18% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
73% | Female | |
26% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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How can I find a therapist in Clifton, Bristol?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Most Psychologists in the directory are accredited members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and/or are registered in the Health and Care Professions Council (HPCP).
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Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in the UK. Psychologists have earned a degree in psychology and many are members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have completed a postgraduate qualification in a specialism. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a psychology degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the BACP or UKCP, they are required to have completed a training course as well as clinical and supervision hours.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the UK could be between £30 - £60 when seeing a counsellor and £60 - £150 and up when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the BACP, the UKCP, or BPS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there has been participation in a criminal act or act of terror, or if there is potential or known harm to the client or others, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.