Family Therapy Counselling in Bristol
I am a BACP Accredited Psychotherapist specialising in anxiety, depression, ADHD and couples therapy. In psychotherapy sessions I provide a confidential setting that encourages you to reflect on your journey. We will explore the feelings, emotions and impact significant events have had on the way you experience day-to-day life. We will work through your thought process moving towards the version of you that you've always wanted to be. Who is that person? Are they confident in themselves? And, do they allow themselves to smile, laugh and be happy?
I am a BACP Accredited Psychotherapist specialising in anxiety, depression, ADHD and couples therapy. In psychotherapy sessions I provide a confidential setting that encourages you to reflect on your journey. We will explore the feelings, emotions and impact significant events have had on the way you experience day-to-day life. We will work through your thought process moving towards the version of you that you've always wanted to be. Who is that person? Are they confident in themselves? And, do they allow themselves to smile, laugh and be happy?
I am a BACP Registered Integrative Counsellor and mainly practice Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP). ISTDP is an emotion-focused, trauma-informed and attachment-based approach with very positive research outcomes. Some people begin therapy clear about what they want help with, others need some assistance in understanding their difficulty. I provide a safe space for clients to better understand their behaviour and experiences by making links between the present difficulty and the past. We also work together in the session to help you explore new ways of relating to yourself and your problem.
I am a BACP Registered Integrative Counsellor and mainly practice Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP). ISTDP is an emotion-focused, trauma-informed and attachment-based approach with very positive research outcomes. Some people begin therapy clear about what they want help with, others need some assistance in understanding their difficulty. I provide a safe space for clients to better understand their behaviour and experiences by making links between the present difficulty and the past. We also work together in the session to help you explore new ways of relating to yourself and your problem.
You may feel constantly on edge, overwhelmed by emotions, or stuck in patterns that keep repeating. Perhaps you struggle to slow down, feel disconnected from yourself, or find it hard to regulate your mood or focus.
I offer a calm, supportive space to help you make sense of what’s happening in your body and mind. Through an integrative approach we’ll gently explore what’s going on for you, work with the body and go to the root cause of what is bothering you , ease emotional overwhelm, and restore balance.
Together, we’ll help you feel more grounded, connected, and at peace within yourself.
You may feel constantly on edge, overwhelmed by emotions, or stuck in patterns that keep repeating. Perhaps you struggle to slow down, feel disconnected from yourself, or find it hard to regulate your mood or focus.
I offer a calm, supportive space to help you make sense of what’s happening in your body and mind. Through an integrative approach we’ll gently explore what’s going on for you, work with the body and go to the root cause of what is bothering you , ease emotional overwhelm, and restore balance.
Together, we’ll help you feel more grounded, connected, and at peace within yourself.
You may feel stuck in recurring emotional patterns or relational difficulties. You might be navigating trauma—recent or inherited—or living with anxiety, depression, or complex mental health challenges. You may also be neurodiverse and seeking a space where your experiences are understood and supported with nuance. You’re looking for clarity, connection, and change—a safe, reflective space to explore your inner world, where your experiences are met with curiosity rather than judgment.
You may feel stuck in recurring emotional patterns or relational difficulties. You might be navigating trauma—recent or inherited—or living with anxiety, depression, or complex mental health challenges. You may also be neurodiverse and seeking a space where your experiences are understood and supported with nuance. You’re looking for clarity, connection, and change—a safe, reflective space to explore your inner world, where your experiences are met with curiosity rather than judgment.
I work with clients who are facing difficulties such as anxiety, depression, or trauma, often rooted in past relationships and family experiences.
I work with adults in Bristol who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or difficulties in relationships. Using psychodynamic therapy, I offer a safe, supportive space to talk openly and reflect on how past experiences continue to shape life today. Together we can explore these patterns, deepen self-understanding, and find new ways of living with greater confidence, resilience, and ease. I see clients at The Practice Rooms in Westbury-on-Trym, Southville and also online.
I work with clients who are facing difficulties such as anxiety, depression, or trauma, often rooted in past relationships and family experiences.
I work with adults in Bristol who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or difficulties in relationships. Using psychodynamic therapy, I offer a safe, supportive space to talk openly and reflect on how past experiences continue to shape life today. Together we can explore these patterns, deepen self-understanding, and find new ways of living with greater confidence, resilience, and ease. I see clients at The Practice Rooms in Westbury-on-Trym, Southville and also online.
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.
I have supported many people through the fostering, adoption and kinship services, whether a young person who has been cared for outside their family, or the people offering that care.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem or maybe something else?
My name is Andy and I will meet you with warmth and acceptance wherever you are in your life, without any expectation or judgement of you. Providing a safe and confidential space for you is paramount to me. I have found that anyone given an accepting space in which they are truly heard can, and does, benefit and develop. I am an integrative counsellor and see the therapeutic relationship as central to counselling.
I have supported many people through the fostering, adoption and kinship services, whether a young person who has been cared for outside their family, or the people offering that care.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem or maybe something else?
My name is Andy and I will meet you with warmth and acceptance wherever you are in your life, without any expectation or judgement of you. Providing a safe and confidential space for you is paramount to me. I have found that anyone given an accepting space in which they are truly heard can, and does, benefit and develop. I am an integrative counsellor and see the therapeutic relationship as central to counselling.
I welcome clients facing a wide range of difficulties in their lives and offer a safe, non-judgemental space to listen and help you find ways to move on. You can bring all your feelings - whether anger, loneliness, anxiety, fear, shame, simply being stuck - and together we can make sense of where these feelings come from. In doing so, we can reduce their hold on you.
I welcome clients facing a wide range of difficulties in their lives and offer a safe, non-judgemental space to listen and help you find ways to move on. You can bring all your feelings - whether anger, loneliness, anxiety, fear, shame, simply being stuck - and together we can make sense of where these feelings come from. In doing so, we can reduce their hold on you.
I'm a qualified counsellor, Supervisor & hypnotherapist working with individuals and couples, I work with Neurodiversity, LGBTQAI+ community, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships/ Family difficulties, Sexual Abuse, Domestic Abuse, Grief, Life changes/ Transitions.
I believe that the relationship between counsellor and client is of paramount importance. I am a trained couples counsellor and have training on the impact of trauma, rape, sexual abuse, self-harm, domestic violence, and shame, Whatever you are facing contact me and together we can begin to address what is keeping you stuck and also how to move forward.
I'm a qualified counsellor, Supervisor & hypnotherapist working with individuals and couples, I work with Neurodiversity, LGBTQAI+ community, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships/ Family difficulties, Sexual Abuse, Domestic Abuse, Grief, Life changes/ Transitions.
I believe that the relationship between counsellor and client is of paramount importance. I am a trained couples counsellor and have training on the impact of trauma, rape, sexual abuse, self-harm, domestic violence, and shame, Whatever you are facing contact me and together we can begin to address what is keeping you stuck and also how to move forward.
Hi, I’m an experienced Psychodynamic therapist and I presently work with adults and students privately and within the education sector. I understand that life can be challenging and it's not always easy to talk about our issues. I provide a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your feelings and gain insight into your life. Psychodynamic therapy focuses on unconscious processes as they are manifested in a person's present behaviour. It emphasises the importance of the individual's personal history and the role that past experiences play in current behaviour.
Hi, I’m an experienced Psychodynamic therapist and I presently work with adults and students privately and within the education sector. I understand that life can be challenging and it's not always easy to talk about our issues. I provide a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your feelings and gain insight into your life. Psychodynamic therapy focuses on unconscious processes as they are manifested in a person's present behaviour. It emphasises the importance of the individual's personal history and the role that past experiences play in current behaviour.
We often think of relationships as the intimate kind, however, relationships are all around us in terms of family, friends, school, work and much more.
People often reach out to therapy when they are ready for change. Some people do not even know what those changes might be yet. Your journey with therapy is very personal and you might be interested in understanding yourself better, or simply want a safe and confidential space to talk, get things off your mind. Whatever your thoughts are right now, I imagine you are hoping for something to be different in your life. I work extensively with Trauma, Grief, Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain. How different could your life look and feel if you could develop the understanding needed to reconnect with yourself?
We often think of relationships as the intimate kind, however, relationships are all around us in terms of family, friends, school, work and much more.
People often reach out to therapy when they are ready for change. Some people do not even know what those changes might be yet. Your journey with therapy is very personal and you might be interested in understanding yourself better, or simply want a safe and confidential space to talk, get things off your mind. Whatever your thoughts are right now, I imagine you are hoping for something to be different in your life. I work extensively with Trauma, Grief, Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Illness and Chronic Pain. How different could your life look and feel if you could develop the understanding needed to reconnect with yourself?
Looking for a therapist can be an absolute minefield! I mean where do you even start? We all sound the same on here don't we. So why not jump on a free 15 minute call with me to really see what I'm like and if you feel safe in my hands? Now the blurb: Is your relationship feeling strained or stuck? Or has your sex life gone stale? Perhaps you feel trapped in recurring arguments, disconnected to the point of feeling like roommates, or burdened by infidelity, loss of intimacy, fertility struggles or mismatched sexual desire. Whatever the challenge, it can feel overwhelming—like there's no way forward. There is! I’m here to guide you.
Looking for a therapist can be an absolute minefield! I mean where do you even start? We all sound the same on here don't we. So why not jump on a free 15 minute call with me to really see what I'm like and if you feel safe in my hands? Now the blurb: Is your relationship feeling strained or stuck? Or has your sex life gone stale? Perhaps you feel trapped in recurring arguments, disconnected to the point of feeling like roommates, or burdened by infidelity, loss of intimacy, fertility struggles or mismatched sexual desire. Whatever the challenge, it can feel overwhelming—like there's no way forward. There is! I’m here to guide you.
I am Internal Family Systems Institute Level 1 trained and this framework informs my relational practice.
I believe in the power of opening up, and while I will draw on theory and knowledge to support each individual, I am led by the client and their individual needs. An ideal client is someone who wishes to build a therapeutic space alongside me, allowing me to facilitate safety and build trust. I am interested in helping others to develop personal growth and insight through the relational dynamics they experience.
I am Internal Family Systems Institute Level 1 trained and this framework informs my relational practice.
I believe in the power of opening up, and while I will draw on theory and knowledge to support each individual, I am led by the client and their individual needs. An ideal client is someone who wishes to build a therapeutic space alongside me, allowing me to facilitate safety and build trust. I am interested in helping others to develop personal growth and insight through the relational dynamics they experience.
Are you feeling low, stuck or overwhelmed? Perhaps you have managed okay until now in your life, or maybe you have been struggling alone with difficult feelings for a long time. Working with a therapist can support you to understand yourself better and experiment with different ways of relating to yourself and your world. I’ve been in practice since 2017 and fully qualified as a UKCP accredited psychotherapist in July 2022. My approach is Gestalt, which means as well as talking about your past and current life, I’ll encourage you to stay with your experience in the moment as you share with me.
Are you feeling low, stuck or overwhelmed? Perhaps you have managed okay until now in your life, or maybe you have been struggling alone with difficult feelings for a long time. Working with a therapist can support you to understand yourself better and experiment with different ways of relating to yourself and your world. I’ve been in practice since 2017 and fully qualified as a UKCP accredited psychotherapist in July 2022. My approach is Gestalt, which means as well as talking about your past and current life, I’ll encourage you to stay with your experience in the moment as you share with me.
I am a HCPC registered counselling psychologist with over 20 years experience in mental health. I trained in a number of different modalities, which means that I tailor therapy to suit your needs and wants. The most important aspect for me is the relationship between us, so that you feel safe to share your issues and work together. I offer respect, warmth and empathy to help you build a trusting relationship with me so that you can talk through whatever is on holding you back. You are the expert in your experience, so I will work with you to decide on a course of action to help you make positive changes, going at your own pace.
I am a HCPC registered counselling psychologist with over 20 years experience in mental health. I trained in a number of different modalities, which means that I tailor therapy to suit your needs and wants. The most important aspect for me is the relationship between us, so that you feel safe to share your issues and work together. I offer respect, warmth and empathy to help you build a trusting relationship with me so that you can talk through whatever is on holding you back. You are the expert in your experience, so I will work with you to decide on a course of action to help you make positive changes, going at your own pace.
I work in-person and online with EMDR and IFS (Internal Family Systems) therapies helping clients to process and heal from their trauma.
I am a Trauma Psychotherapist specialising in EMDR and IFS therapy. I am an accredited member of the NCPS, NCYPT & EMDRIA register. I currently work internationally online operating from a range of modalities including EMDR and IFS in an integrative approach.
I work in-person and online with EMDR and IFS (Internal Family Systems) therapies helping clients to process and heal from their trauma.
I am a Trauma Psychotherapist specialising in EMDR and IFS therapy. I am an accredited member of the NCPS, NCYPT & EMDRIA register. I currently work internationally online operating from a range of modalities including EMDR and IFS in an integrative approach.
Perhaps you're feeling trapped or blocked by the past, confused knowing there must be more to life but feeling stuck in survival. Maybe you feel in the depths of despair with feelings of stress, depression and anxiety or recently grieving from a bereavement, a loss of some kind or simply can’t make sense of a general flatness and loss of meaning. You know changes need to be made and seeking a safe supportive space to work through your process to find greater balance and meaning to life, allowing you to really live your life fully.
Perhaps you're feeling trapped or blocked by the past, confused knowing there must be more to life but feeling stuck in survival. Maybe you feel in the depths of despair with feelings of stress, depression and anxiety or recently grieving from a bereavement, a loss of some kind or simply can’t make sense of a general flatness and loss of meaning. You know changes need to be made and seeking a safe supportive space to work through your process to find greater balance and meaning to life, allowing you to really live your life fully.
I’m an Integrative Therapist who offers counselling for Adults and Children (aged 9 years +) teenagers and young people in Bristol and South Gloucestershire areas with face-to-face or online sessions available. I understand how unsettling starting counselling can feel, but also a chance to unburden, move on and flourish. A place to experience care, compassion and connection where you’ll be able to explore your thoughts, feelings and concerns without judgment, criticism or consequence. A private space just for you to gain clarity or explore changes for the future.
I’m an Integrative Therapist who offers counselling for Adults and Children (aged 9 years +) teenagers and young people in Bristol and South Gloucestershire areas with face-to-face or online sessions available. I understand how unsettling starting counselling can feel, but also a chance to unburden, move on and flourish. A place to experience care, compassion and connection where you’ll be able to explore your thoughts, feelings and concerns without judgment, criticism or consequence. A private space just for you to gain clarity or explore changes for the future.
As an experienced counsellor, I am ready to listen to you very carefully, and support you in finding a way forwards within the difficulties you may be facing. I am experienced in working with people who are struggling with anxiety, depression and with obsessive thoughts, I work with couples and with relationship problems, breakups and working towards new relationships. I am happy to support you in making progress in the work place and dealing with the difficulties that arise there. Over the time we work together, your confidence in yourself will rise as your perspective about your life opens up.
As an experienced counsellor, I am ready to listen to you very carefully, and support you in finding a way forwards within the difficulties you may be facing. I am experienced in working with people who are struggling with anxiety, depression and with obsessive thoughts, I work with couples and with relationship problems, breakups and working towards new relationships. I am happy to support you in making progress in the work place and dealing with the difficulties that arise there. Over the time we work together, your confidence in yourself will rise as your perspective about your life opens up.
Welcome, I’m Louise, a licensed psychotherapist specializing in trauma, abuse, FGM, dissociative disorders and attachment disorders. I’m here to provide a caring, creative, and supportive space where you can talk about your feelings, work through your past, and begin to create healthier relationships, new coping strategies and a more fulfilling future.
Welcome, I’m Louise, a licensed psychotherapist specializing in trauma, abuse, FGM, dissociative disorders and attachment disorders. I’m here to provide a caring, creative, and supportive space where you can talk about your feelings, work through your past, and begin to create healthier relationships, new coping strategies and a more fulfilling future.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.