Biofeedback Counselling in Bristol
I care deeply about each person I have the privilege to support and am passionate about working collaboratively to help you feel more in control and find a sense of peace. With over 14 years’ experience as a psychotherapist, I’ve supported clients through a wide range of challenges including OCD, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, panic, depression, and trauma. I also have extensive experience in helping people manage chronic health conditions such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Post-COVID Syndrome, Chronic Pain, Functional Neurological Disorder, migraines, vestibular dysfunction, and Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD).
I care deeply about each person I have the privilege to support and am passionate about working collaboratively to help you feel more in control and find a sense of peace. With over 14 years’ experience as a psychotherapist, I’ve supported clients through a wide range of challenges including OCD, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, panic, depression, and trauma. I also have extensive experience in helping people manage chronic health conditions such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Post-COVID Syndrome, Chronic Pain, Functional Neurological Disorder, migraines, vestibular dysfunction, and Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD).
Life can feel overwhelming sometimes. Whether you’re navigating a crisis, seeking clarity, or hoping to strengthen your relationships, therapy offers a space to explore and heal. Whatever you choose to bring, my aim is to support you in gaining greater understanding and control over your life.
I believe that you are the expert in your own life. My role is to walk alongside you, helping you uncover insights and develop strategies that feel right for you. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back and find ways to move forward with confidence.
Life can feel overwhelming sometimes. Whether you’re navigating a crisis, seeking clarity, or hoping to strengthen your relationships, therapy offers a space to explore and heal. Whatever you choose to bring, my aim is to support you in gaining greater understanding and control over your life.
I believe that you are the expert in your own life. My role is to walk alongside you, helping you uncover insights and develop strategies that feel right for you. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back and find ways to move forward with confidence.
Feeling safety in a complex world is no mean feet. Childhood, historic, or current experiences, interacting/reacting with the complexities brought about by the pandemic, can exhaust any capacity for resilience. maybe you're a parent/carer of children transitioning from the intensity of lockdown to the uncertainty of the easing of restrictions? Is this further complicated by returning to education settings for children with Autism, ADHD, FASD, SPD, trauma and attachment? Maybe you are a foster care or adoptive parent wondering how to rebalance the attachment bond after the intensity of lockdown, recalibrating interfamilial dynamics?
Feeling safety in a complex world is no mean feet. Childhood, historic, or current experiences, interacting/reacting with the complexities brought about by the pandemic, can exhaust any capacity for resilience. maybe you're a parent/carer of children transitioning from the intensity of lockdown to the uncertainty of the easing of restrictions? Is this further complicated by returning to education settings for children with Autism, ADHD, FASD, SPD, trauma and attachment? Maybe you are a foster care or adoptive parent wondering how to rebalance the attachment bond after the intensity of lockdown, recalibrating interfamilial dynamics?
Updated October 2026 - I have space for one person, queer or straight, who want to know and understand their sex, sexuality, desires and intimate relationships better.
I consider it a sign of bravery that you’re thinking about coming to see me for therapy. We all experience difficult and painful things in life and we all need other people to lean on, to help us through some of the more painful or challenging situations or to help us grow into kind, loving people. Working together, you'll move towards feeling better and showing up differently in the world. Together, life can get brighter.
Updated October 2026 - I have space for one person, queer or straight, who want to know and understand their sex, sexuality, desires and intimate relationships better.
I consider it a sign of bravery that you’re thinking about coming to see me for therapy. We all experience difficult and painful things in life and we all need other people to lean on, to help us through some of the more painful or challenging situations or to help us grow into kind, loving people. Working together, you'll move towards feeling better and showing up differently in the world. Together, life can get brighter.
Humanistically recognising the needs of an individual ,we see how trauma can be held at a very deep level. Working from the story of an individuals early negative & positive childhood experiences and using Integrative therapy in a number of ways to help the process of getting to one's core beliefs, helps to create a safe space for them to explore and release old patterns. This happens by building a trust with the client to allow their vulnerability to come through. Then, looking at the blocks or defences, via counselling and body Psychotherapy, a unique holistic approach to wellbeing, allows the journey back to health.
Humanistically recognising the needs of an individual ,we see how trauma can be held at a very deep level. Working from the story of an individuals early negative & positive childhood experiences and using Integrative therapy in a number of ways to help the process of getting to one's core beliefs, helps to create a safe space for them to explore and release old patterns. This happens by building a trust with the client to allow their vulnerability to come through. Then, looking at the blocks or defences, via counselling and body Psychotherapy, a unique holistic approach to wellbeing, allows the journey back to health.
Are you tired of putting on a brave face when inside you wish the world would just swallow you up at times?
Perhaps you struggle to feel good about yourself, your body or your life and carry the burden of shame, regret or frustration about this. Maybe you dwell on the past, worry about the future or over-analyse everything you do harshly and critically. Do things all seem a bit grey sometimes? You might be in your head a lot & perhaps you've learnt ways to protect yourself or cope (that may be having unintended consequences). You may understandably long for life to feel pleasurable, hopeful and meaningful again.
Are you tired of putting on a brave face when inside you wish the world would just swallow you up at times?
Perhaps you struggle to feel good about yourself, your body or your life and carry the burden of shame, regret or frustration about this. Maybe you dwell on the past, worry about the future or over-analyse everything you do harshly and critically. Do things all seem a bit grey sometimes? You might be in your head a lot & perhaps you've learnt ways to protect yourself or cope (that may be having unintended consequences). You may understandably long for life to feel pleasurable, hopeful and meaningful again.
The clients I work with are elite performers dedicated to excelling in their field, whether it be sport, the arts, business, or high-stakes industry. They are committed to personal & professional growth, seeking to harness their full potential while maintaining emotional well-being. These individuals are ambitious & open to exploring all aspects of themselves to achieve sustained excellence. They understand the value of psychological support in navigating the pressures of top-level performance & I often become part of their ‘team’ when they are seeking to engage in a transformative process to enhance resilience, creativity & success
The clients I work with are elite performers dedicated to excelling in their field, whether it be sport, the arts, business, or high-stakes industry. They are committed to personal & professional growth, seeking to harness their full potential while maintaining emotional well-being. These individuals are ambitious & open to exploring all aspects of themselves to achieve sustained excellence. They understand the value of psychological support in navigating the pressures of top-level performance & I often become part of their ‘team’ when they are seeking to engage in a transformative process to enhance resilience, creativity & success
You don’t need to learn to “live with it” you need to understand what is keeping it going, and how to change it.
I am Dr Lucy Doherty, a health psychologist specialising in the mind–body connection, with a focus on chronic stress, pain, and burnout.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck in cycles of distress, or as though nothing has truly helped, you are not alone. Many of the people I work with are living with anxiety, burnout, chronic pain, or long-term health conditions that feel complex, exhausting, and often misunderstood.
What you are experiencing is real.
You don’t need to learn to “live with it” you need to understand what is keeping it going, and how to change it.
I am Dr Lucy Doherty, a health psychologist specialising in the mind–body connection, with a focus on chronic stress, pain, and burnout.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck in cycles of distress, or as though nothing has truly helped, you are not alone. Many of the people I work with are living with anxiety, burnout, chronic pain, or long-term health conditions that feel complex, exhausting, and often misunderstood.
What you are experiencing is real.
More Therapists Nearby
Hi, I'm Tracey and I am a psychotherapist (MA) and counsellor (dip). I work with both adults and children. I work online, and by telephone or in person at a private practice in Bratton, Wiltshire. I am experienced working with trauma, anxiety, stress, depression and common relationship problems.
I also have ten years experience of working with clients who have diagnosed or suspected neurodiversity, helping them to come to terms with 'difference' and it's affects, both societally, personally and emotionally.
Hi, I'm Tracey and I am a psychotherapist (MA) and counsellor (dip). I work with both adults and children. I work online, and by telephone or in person at a private practice in Bratton, Wiltshire. I am experienced working with trauma, anxiety, stress, depression and common relationship problems.
I also have ten years experience of working with clients who have diagnosed or suspected neurodiversity, helping them to come to terms with 'difference' and it's affects, both societally, personally and emotionally.
Online Therapists
You are likely here because you feel exhausted, anxious, depressed, or stuck in self-doubt. Past therapy may have only scratched the surface.
If your brain rarely switches off—like a browser with 100 open tabs—symptom-focused strategies won't cut the noise.
I am an accredited CBT therapist, but we skip manualized fixes. Together, we map the chaos and untangle the whole system.
It’s not about stopping the wave. It’s about harnessing its energy.
Drawing on my own ADHD diagnosis, I appreciate that overwhelm. Standard therapy rarely 'gets' your fast, tangled mind, but that is exactly the energy we need.
You are likely here because you feel exhausted, anxious, depressed, or stuck in self-doubt. Past therapy may have only scratched the surface.
If your brain rarely switches off—like a browser with 100 open tabs—symptom-focused strategies won't cut the noise.
I am an accredited CBT therapist, but we skip manualized fixes. Together, we map the chaos and untangle the whole system.
It’s not about stopping the wave. It’s about harnessing its energy.
Drawing on my own ADHD diagnosis, I appreciate that overwhelm. Standard therapy rarely 'gets' your fast, tangled mind, but that is exactly the energy we need.
I am EMDR-trained, trained in HRV biofeedback, and undertaking specialist training in Lifestyle Medicine.
You may be seeking support for anxiety, trauma, chronic stress, pain, illness or the psychological impact of an accident or injury. I also work with neurodivergent adults and people adjusting to changes in health, identity or functioning. My approach is compassionate, collaborative and tailored to you. Following an initial consultation, we can agree a focused plan to help you understand what is happening, reduce distress, strengthen regulation and move towards meaningful change. I accept self-referrals and referrals from case managers and rehabilitation companies.
I am EMDR-trained, trained in HRV biofeedback, and undertaking specialist training in Lifestyle Medicine.
You may be seeking support for anxiety, trauma, chronic stress, pain, illness or the psychological impact of an accident or injury. I also work with neurodivergent adults and people adjusting to changes in health, identity or functioning. My approach is compassionate, collaborative and tailored to you. Following an initial consultation, we can agree a focused plan to help you understand what is happening, reduce distress, strengthen regulation and move towards meaningful change. I accept self-referrals and referrals from case managers and rehabilitation companies.
The Giles Practice Is Committed To Helping You. We are a forward-thinking, progressive practice with genuine testimonials from satisfied clients. We have 5 star Google reviews with clients from all over the world. We have been instructed on recent catastrophic incidents such as the Grenfell Tower fire and the London Bridge/Borough Market terrorist attack. Each client is treated like an individual and every issue presented is important to us. We want our clients to be 100% happy, safe and secure when they use our service.
The Giles Practice Is Committed To Helping You. We are a forward-thinking, progressive practice with genuine testimonials from satisfied clients. We have 5 star Google reviews with clients from all over the world. We have been instructed on recent catastrophic incidents such as the Grenfell Tower fire and the London Bridge/Borough Market terrorist attack. Each client is treated like an individual and every issue presented is important to us. We want our clients to be 100% happy, safe and secure when they use our service.
Life stages and transitions are challenging! At Una Psychology, we support women through life stages in a way that addresses their psychological needs. We consider how the life stage you are currently experiencing may collide with your earlier life experiences, temperament, relationships and neurotype. It's a lot! We are here to help you emerge with the tools you need to be stronger than ever!
Life stages and transitions are challenging! At Una Psychology, we support women through life stages in a way that addresses their psychological needs. We consider how the life stage you are currently experiencing may collide with your earlier life experiences, temperament, relationships and neurotype. It's a lot! We are here to help you emerge with the tools you need to be stronger than ever!
Distress in life can bring about: confusion, pain, self-blame, anger, self-blame, isolation, loneliness, negative coping mechanism and many other symptoms. It is important to know that anyone of us can experience mental distress and there are several reasons why this may happen, including: trauma, difficult life events, early life experiences and biological basis. My job is to people make sense of their concerns, and find balance during these difficult times so that they can get to their optimum level of functioning again.
Distress in life can bring about: confusion, pain, self-blame, anger, self-blame, isolation, loneliness, negative coping mechanism and many other symptoms. It is important to know that anyone of us can experience mental distress and there are several reasons why this may happen, including: trauma, difficult life events, early life experiences and biological basis. My job is to people make sense of their concerns, and find balance during these difficult times so that they can get to their optimum level of functioning again.
Hello, my name is Dr Joanna Saddington. I qualified as a Clinical Psychologist in 2006. Before setting up in private practice I worked in the NHS for 18 years. I am passionate about helping adults, young people, children and families overcome their difficulties. We all know life can be challenging, so it doesn't matter whether a problem is longstanding or is more recent. What is important, is that we work together to try to solve it. I always aim to work in a way that suits the individual and their needs, as well as aiming to deliver therapy empathetically and without judgment.
Hello, my name is Dr Joanna Saddington. I qualified as a Clinical Psychologist in 2006. Before setting up in private practice I worked in the NHS for 18 years. I am passionate about helping adults, young people, children and families overcome their difficulties. We all know life can be challenging, so it doesn't matter whether a problem is longstanding or is more recent. What is important, is that we work together to try to solve it. I always aim to work in a way that suits the individual and their needs, as well as aiming to deliver therapy empathetically and without judgment.
If you feel overwhelmed or stuck in patterns that don’t shift, therapy can help you understand and change what isn’t working. Dual-accredited psychotherapist, online and in person in Guildford.
People often come to therapy when something in their emotional life or relationships feels hard to manage. You might feel overwhelmed or reactive, stuck in patterns that don’t shift, struggling with self-criticism, or finding that anxiety, low mood, or relationship difficulties keep returning despite effort or insight. Many people I work with are functioning well on the outside but struggling internally, or unsure where to begin.
If you feel overwhelmed or stuck in patterns that don’t shift, therapy can help you understand and change what isn’t working. Dual-accredited psychotherapist, online and in person in Guildford.
People often come to therapy when something in their emotional life or relationships feels hard to manage. You might feel overwhelmed or reactive, stuck in patterns that don’t shift, struggling with self-criticism, or finding that anxiety, low mood, or relationship difficulties keep returning despite effort or insight. Many people I work with are functioning well on the outside but struggling internally, or unsure where to begin.
When something really doesn't feel right, counselling is a space to meet the parts of us that are stuck or struggling— a place to recalibrate, reorientate, and ask the bigger questions of life.
I offer sessions online across the UK and face to face in Exeter city centre, for adults navigating difficulty in life, and challenges in living well. Sessions are an hour long, and can be a single session, or a scheduled weekly or fortnightly meeting— whatever suits you.
When something really doesn't feel right, counselling is a space to meet the parts of us that are stuck or struggling— a place to recalibrate, reorientate, and ask the bigger questions of life.
I offer sessions online across the UK and face to face in Exeter city centre, for adults navigating difficulty in life, and challenges in living well. Sessions are an hour long, and can be a single session, or a scheduled weekly or fortnightly meeting— whatever suits you.
ADHD, Autism and Mental Health - We offer high quality, evidence based assessment and intervention to children aged 0-18 and their families. We are based in Chichester, West Sussex and will see people across Sussex and surrounds. We provide flexible independent clinics to children, young people and their families, comprising assessment and tailored therapeutic interventions for a range of emotional, behavioural and mental health difficulties. We also offer comprehensive assessment for Autism and ADHD recognised by the NHS and Education with no waiting list. Self funded, Insurance or Local Authority. We are not Right to Choose funded
ADHD, Autism and Mental Health - We offer high quality, evidence based assessment and intervention to children aged 0-18 and their families. We are based in Chichester, West Sussex and will see people across Sussex and surrounds. We provide flexible independent clinics to children, young people and their families, comprising assessment and tailored therapeutic interventions for a range of emotional, behavioural and mental health difficulties. We also offer comprehensive assessment for Autism and ADHD recognised by the NHS and Education with no waiting list. Self funded, Insurance or Local Authority. We are not Right to Choose funded
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you’re feeling anxious, stuck, emotionally exhausted, or struggling with relationships, therapy can offer a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you can explore your experiences at a pace that feels right for you. I believe therapy is built on a trusting relationship where you feel safe enough to be yourself—without fear of judgement or pressure to have everything figured out.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming. Whether you’re feeling anxious, stuck, emotionally exhausted, or struggling with relationships, therapy can offer a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you can explore your experiences at a pace that feels right for you. I believe therapy is built on a trusting relationship where you feel safe enough to be yourself—without fear of judgement or pressure to have everything figured out.
I have been providing goal focussed therapy for over 30 years for a whole range of problems; privately and within the NHS - people really do experience change! I work with children, adults and families and it can be effective to include them at some point during treatment. Good therapy is transformational.
I have been providing goal focussed therapy for over 30 years for a whole range of problems; privately and within the NHS - people really do experience change! I work with children, adults and families and it can be effective to include them at some point during treatment. Good therapy is transformational.
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Biofeedback Counsellors
Can biofeedback help with anxiety?
Biofeedback is often used to treat anxiety, including generalized anxiety disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder. Anecdotal evidence and some research studies have found that it can improve symptoms of these disorders, sometimes significantly; however, studies on biofeedback have typically been small and researchers have cautioned that many have significant limitations, such as limited follow-up or a lack of a control group.
Is biofeedback evidence-based?
There is some evidence that biofeedback can effectively treat certain conditions; for example, its efficacy in treating headaches and urinary incontinence is generally thought to be well-established. There is also promising, but less conclusive, evidence that it can aid in stroke recovery or help someone manage a mental health disorder such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD.
What is the difference between biofeedback and neurofeedback?
Neurofeedback is a type of biofeedback that measures brain activity specifically; it is typically used to treat psychological or neurodevelopmental concerns such as ADHD, depression, insomnia, or autism spectrum disorder. Biofeedback is a broader category that, in addition to neurofeedback, also includes electromyogram, heart rate variability, and thermal biofeedback, each of which measures a particular physiological function (muscle activity, heart rate, and skin temperature, respectively)
What are the limitations of biofeedback?
While biofeedback may be helpful for certain conditions, its efficacy is less assured for others, such as high blood pressure. People with certain health conditions such as heart arrhythmia may not be able to benefit from biofeedback because their condition may interfere with the machines’ readings. Biofeedback can also be time-consuming and costly, and may not be covered by health insurance.