Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Counselling in Bristol

I am a practising Human Givens Psychotherapist, working in Woburn Sands (near Milton Keynes). Most of my clients come to me with a number of emotional issues relating to depression, addiction, anxiety or stress, trauma or phobia. All my clients are from a variety of ages and background. I work with couples as well as individuals. My track record in securing rapid and enduring change ensures that I provide the best possible service and outcomes for my clients.

I have over 30 years experience in supporting people with ADHD and High Functioning Autism. I share techniques to improve executive functioning, help set goals, prioritize, develop self awareness, unlock potential, stop underachieving. Understanding how developmental trauma (CPTSD) impacts on the nervous system and current relationships is vital and developing ways to dialogue, to listen to others, to feel heard is important. As a person-centred therapist I welcome a deep personal engagement and human connection and create a safe respectful space for healing to help you face life, become more confident and be who you really are.

Although I work with various issues, I specialise in working with people who have disordered eating difficulties. I aim to help people with these issues make positive changes regarding their relationships with food and their bodies and, where appropriate, in their lives more generally. I have particular experience of working with people who tend to binge eat, with or without "emotional" or "comfort" eating playing a role in this. I have been trained in different approaches to psychological therapy, and draw on these to tailor my work to each individual client.

I am a clinical psychologist and intensive short term dynamic psychotherapist (ISTDP). I work with adults and older people but have experience of working with people across the life span with a range of challenges and difficulties. I can work with a broad range of psychological issues including but not limited to anxiety, panic attacks, treatment-resistant mood disorders, PTSD, relationship problems, intimacy & sexual problems, bereavement, substance misuse disorders, pain and living with chronic diseases, personality-related issues/disorders, functional neurological symptoms (FNS) & medically unexplained symptoms (MUS).

Can we all agree that life is beautiful, but also really messy and hard to navigate? And the problem with that is that most of us weren’t really taught how to deal with our feelings, the painful experiences we faced, and life’s challenges. Instead, we’ve likely learned to tell ourselves that “other people have it worse”, that we’re being “dramatic” and “overly sensitive”, to “man up” and “be strong”, or that the issues we face aren’t big enough to warrant therapy. Well, I'm here to tell you that no matter how big or small your challenges are, there’s space for you here!

Contacting a therapist can be a big step and it can take time to find the right fit for you/ your child/ your family. It is important to speak with various therapists to explore what their training and experience means they can offer you. I encourage you to do this. There is much in anyone's life that may lead them to seeking out therapy. Many of us need support at times and/ or want to explore parts of ourselves, our families. our histories in more detail. Therapy should be a safe and brave place to do this and this is what i feel i am able to offer the people i work with.

I work with children, young people and their families, often when things are feeling difficult or overwhelming. Some of the reasons families have worked with me include: support to understand and manage feelings of anxiety, depression or frustration; difficulties with emotion-regulation; and difficulties within family relationships, including parent-infant and parent-child relationships.

When we feel stuck, experience difficult emotions, or the challenges we have are distressing, finding a space to work through and move beyond what has led you to experience those difficulties can feel overwhelming in itself. By working together we look to create a space where you can explore and make sense of the distress, address challenges and build psychological well-being, while supporting you to feel confident to successfully move forward.

I specialise in trauma healing and recovery taking a holistic approach. I offer a warm, empathic, non-judgemental space for you to talk about whatever is troubling you. Helping you to make meaning of your life experiences, to explore new ways of being and find new coping strategies where old ones are no longer helpful. I'm trained in a number of counselling approaches and have experience of working with clients with a range of difficulties such as attachment, sexual abuse, parenthood, birth trauma, breastfeeding grief, difficult childhood, anxiety, self-harm, narcissism etc

Do you have that feeling that life is becoming too much? Or maybe you feel your mood is low and you dont know why. Do you feel anxious but dont know how to control the symptoms? or maybe you know exactly how you feel and are suffering in silence because you dont know where to turn or who to talk to about it.

I support individuals and couples experiencing problems including; communication issues, anxiety & depression, sadness, OCD, eating disorders, low self esteem, anger, loss & grief and PTSD. Your session is a full hour, and I will help you explore your troubles, identify your goals, and develop effective coping strategies that free you from problems that may have troubled you for years. You may come to counselling as you have recently experienced a new problem, situation or experience, or because old issues continue to negatively impact current relationships, quality of life, goals & ambitions.

Counselling can be the first step toward better self care and prioritising your own needs. It can help with understanding the choices you have in life. It can be used to work on issues such as anxiety, depression or anger. It can be helpful to look at the past and understand how it impacts the present. Re-framing this can lead to a better understanding and maybe less self blame or shame. We can carry burdens which aren't ours to carry and counselling can be a safe place to explore this. It can help for the management of difficult relationships in our lives.

Hello, I am Dr. Kate Rhodes, a Clinical Psychologist offering online video therapy to adults & young people across the UK. I have over 13 years’ experience working in the NHS with people from a broad range of backgrounds & complexity levels. I have a particular interest in trauma and difficult life events and enjoy working with clients using EMDR to make huge changes to their lives. I have vast experience in health psychology including chronic illness, sexual health, weight management & disordered eating, pain management, obstetrics & gynaecology, palliative & bereavement, healthy living & behaviour change.

At times we may feel stuck or alone, we are being affected by feelings of loss, anxiety, depression or something else which stops us from living fully. Perhaps we notice repeating patterns or habits that we don't know how to change. In these cases, working with an experienced professional through therapeutic coaching and counselling which holds you accountable for your changes can support you to heal, understand yourself (learning new tools and techniques) and access the inner resources you need to move forward.

You who may be experiencing a mental health difficulty, want to work on understanding and resolving Trauma, relationship difficulties or wanting to explore your own process in a safe way. Within my practice you can be present with experiences that arise for you, as they happen and for this to be accepted, using a relational and relatable approach. I offer longer term work, this might mean exploring gender, a loss or life direction. I work with anxiety disorders, OCD, specific phobia's and binge eating disorder, in a solution focussed way, using shorter term therapeutic interventions. I offer a safe place for exploration and change.

Having musculoskeletal injury and chronic pain can be tough, especially when it affects how you feel, how you feel about yourself, and stops you doing the things you love. I’m a personable psychologist who specialises in injury and chronic pain. Research shows that if you understand your pain, you hurt less. So together, we can explore your pain experience, answer your questions, and find ways for you to get back in control of your recovery and being you again. My support uses a unique blend of psychology support, latest knowledge from pain science that tells us how and why we feel pain, and wellbeing promotion.

Do you feel like a misfit? Are you constantly overwhelmed, experiencing low self-esteem, and struggling to find your path in your everyday life, at work or school? Perhaps anxiety or depression weighs heavily on you, and you may even feel like a failure. You desire a change in some aspect of your life, but the feeling of being stuck holds you back. Following a routine feels impossible, and you find yourself searching for meaning or seeking support to achieve your goals. Deep down, you recognise the need for assistance.

Your relationship matters! Are you struggling with relationship, marital or family issues? Are you wanting to improve or enhance your relationship? Perhaps you’re both at a crossroads where your future as a couple seems uncertain? Maybe you’re considering separating or divorce? Are you feeling hurt, disconnected, stuck, anxious, frustrated, angry, lonely, misunderstood, overwhelmed, sad or scared? Are you struggling to communicate, connect, manage conflicts or difficult emotions, heal from loss of trust or an infidelity, establish or maintain healthy boundaries, manage family issues or adapt to change, life events or transitions?