Psychosis Counselling in Bristol

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Kenny McCarthy
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bristol BS2
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore life's challenges and move through difficulty with support. Whether you're experiencing emotional pain, disconnection, anxiety, depression, shame, loneliness, or loss – every part of you is welcome here. Therapy isn't just about working with suffering – it's also about reconnecting with what makes you come alive. Together, we can explore paths toward wholeness, purpose, and meaning in your life.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore life's challenges and move through difficulty with support. Whether you're experiencing emotional pain, disconnection, anxiety, depression, shame, loneliness, or loss – every part of you is welcome here. Therapy isn't just about working with suffering – it's also about reconnecting with what makes you come alive. Together, we can explore paths toward wholeness, purpose, and meaning in your life.
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Ellis Owen
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Bristol BS32
At times, life can feel confusing & overwhelming. I offer online and in-person sessions in a confidential & safe space for people struggling with life’s challenges. I have a wealth of lived experience and specialist training to help guide you to find your way through your problems.
At times, life can feel confusing & overwhelming. I offer online and in-person sessions in a confidential & safe space for people struggling with life’s challenges. I have a wealth of lived experience and specialist training to help guide you to find your way through your problems.
01954 776332 View 01954 776332
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Ben Findlay
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Bristol BS2
Life can be difficult, however, there are times when difficulties and feelings become overwhelming and everything seems like a struggle. Having a capable ally alongside you who is impartial, warm and honest can be what’s needed to recognise and shift out of unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaviour. Living in this world can't always be safe but I believe we are meant to feel safe in our bodies and our sense of who we are. Rather than 'fixing' problems, focusing on being 'better' or even happier, we can develop our sense of security, wholeness and worth, increasing our ability to navigate life's challenges.
Life can be difficult, however, there are times when difficulties and feelings become overwhelming and everything seems like a struggle. Having a capable ally alongside you who is impartial, warm and honest can be what’s needed to recognise and shift out of unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaviour. Living in this world can't always be safe but I believe we are meant to feel safe in our bodies and our sense of who we are. Rather than 'fixing' problems, focusing on being 'better' or even happier, we can develop our sense of security, wholeness and worth, increasing our ability to navigate life's challenges.
0117 463 4615 View 0117 463 4615
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Nadinne Dyen
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bristol BS1
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.
07723 471585 View 07723 471585
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Robert Holman
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Bristol BS1
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.
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.
020 3984 8654 View 020 3984 8654
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Alan Stoddart
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bristol BS8
Hello. I am a psychotherapist 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. Having a good relationship with your therapist is important in therapy. I offer initial consultations where we can see how it feels for us to work together.
Hello. I am a psychotherapist 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. Having a good relationship with your therapist is important in therapy. I offer initial consultations where we can see how it feels for us to work together.
07904 019645 View 07904 019645
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Rebecca Paten
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bristol BS9
Welcome! Thank you for taking the time to read my profile - I hope I can be helpful to you. My name is Rebecca, I am an integrative psychotherapist who works within a holistic, developmental and relational framework. I hold a Masters with distinction in psychotherapy and work in private practice and educational settings. I have extensive experience working with people of all ages who struggle to cope and need support. I have worked as a movement therapist since 2010, specialising in somatic difficulties where traumatic experiences are held in the body, and may use movement to help a client work through a mental/emotional knot.
Welcome! Thank you for taking the time to read my profile - I hope I can be helpful to you. My name is Rebecca, I am an integrative psychotherapist who works within a holistic, developmental and relational framework. I hold a Masters with distinction in psychotherapy and work in private practice and educational settings. I have extensive experience working with people of all ages who struggle to cope and need support. I have worked as a movement therapist since 2010, specialising in somatic difficulties where traumatic experiences are held in the body, and may use movement to help a client work through a mental/emotional knot.
0117 463 4562 View 0117 463 4562
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Steph Wilson
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bristol BS9
I'm an HCPC Registered Counselling Psychologist with a specialism in working 1-1 with adults with autism or Asperger's. I have been working in various roles with children and adolescents on the autistic spectrum for over 15 years and now specialise with adults.
I'm an HCPC Registered Counselling Psychologist with a specialism in working 1-1 with adults with autism or Asperger's. I have been working in various roles with children and adolescents on the autistic spectrum for over 15 years and now specialise with adults.
0117 463 9497 View 0117 463 9497
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Helen Hawthorne
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bristol BS3
Build self-awareness; overcome anxiety; process trauma. I offer effective psychotherapy, arts psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing, counselling and clinical supervision in Bristol. I am an experienced Integrative Arts Psychotherapist, Counsellor and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner drawing on experience in both private practice and the NHS. I have a particular interest in trauma and its impact on our nervous system, and my approach is compassionate, focusing on you as a unique individual.
Build self-awareness; overcome anxiety; process trauma. I offer effective psychotherapy, arts psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing, counselling and clinical supervision in Bristol. I am an experienced Integrative Arts Psychotherapist, Counsellor and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner drawing on experience in both private practice and the NHS. I have a particular interest in trauma and its impact on our nervous system, and my approach is compassionate, focusing on you as a unique individual.
0117 463 9346 View 0117 463 9346
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Matt Davis
Psychotherapist, HCPC-Music Therap.
Verified Verified
Bristol BS5
I offer psychoanalytic psychotherapy from two venues in central Bristol. There are many reason why people come to therapy. Some of these reasons can be thought of in similar terms or categories, but the details are always particular and personal. These may be, for example, issues around relationships, or problems with anxiety, depression or trauma. Or perhaps a desire to explore expectations or patterns of behaviour - understanding better who, or how, we are.
I offer psychoanalytic psychotherapy from two venues in central Bristol. There are many reason why people come to therapy. Some of these reasons can be thought of in similar terms or categories, but the details are always particular and personal. These may be, for example, issues around relationships, or problems with anxiety, depression or trauma. Or perhaps a desire to explore expectations or patterns of behaviour - understanding better who, or how, we are.
0117 463 2396 View 0117 463 2396
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Steph Ball
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Bristol BS13
This world is a fast-moving, pressured and sometimes, bewildering place. We are expected to navigate it while carrying the heavy weight of the opinions and expectations of others. No wonder that we can become overwhelmed, worried and sad. I can’t (sadly) change the world or your experiences in it, but together, we might be able to find a way for you to move forward, feeling more in control, more confident and hopefully, happier.
This world is a fast-moving, pressured and sometimes, bewildering place. We are expected to navigate it while carrying the heavy weight of the opinions and expectations of others. No wonder that we can become overwhelmed, worried and sad. I can’t (sadly) change the world or your experiences in it, but together, we might be able to find a way for you to move forward, feeling more in control, more confident and hopefully, happier.
0117 463 7144 View 0117 463 7144
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George Berry
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bristol BS5
I’m George, a University of Oxford trained Therapist. I am well versed in a variety of therapy and mindfulness/ meditation traditions, and integrate a blend of therapeutic approaches and techniques within my practice. That being said, I have specialist training in the three waves of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT). The first wave of CBT focuses on improving our wellbeing by changing our behaviour. The second wave adds techniques to support us in changing our thoughts. The third wave includes additional techniques to support how we relate to our experience.
I’m George, a University of Oxford trained Therapist. I am well versed in a variety of therapy and mindfulness/ meditation traditions, and integrate a blend of therapeutic approaches and techniques within my practice. That being said, I have specialist training in the three waves of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT). The first wave of CBT focuses on improving our wellbeing by changing our behaviour. The second wave adds techniques to support us in changing our thoughts. The third wave includes additional techniques to support how we relate to our experience.
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Photo of Kirsten Lawrence - Online counselling with Kirsten Lawrence, Counsellor, MBACP
Online counselling with Kirsten Lawrence
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Counselling can help with experiences of anxiety and stress, childhood issues, low self esteem, abuse, trauma, existential difficulties, depression, grief and loss, increasing confidence or any issue where a person needs understanding and support to explore their situation in a non-judgmental space. Therapy can help with personal development and is a way of expanding on and understanding ourselves. I work from an integrative approach and draw influence from a range of therapeutic backgrounds to suit the individual and their situation.
Counselling can help with experiences of anxiety and stress, childhood issues, low self esteem, abuse, trauma, existential difficulties, depression, grief and loss, increasing confidence or any issue where a person needs understanding and support to explore their situation in a non-judgmental space. Therapy can help with personal development and is a way of expanding on and understanding ourselves. I work from an integrative approach and draw influence from a range of therapeutic backgrounds to suit the individual and their situation.
0117 463 2338 x44 View 0117 463 2338 x44
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Indigo Moon
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I offer a safe, compassionate and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore whatever may be troubling them. My working model is centrally embedded within the Person-Centred model. I also draw upon other modalities, such as, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA), Existentialism and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) depending on the unique needs of my clients. I focus on establishing a trusting relationship with my clients and working in a safe and ethical way prioritising my clients well-being.
I offer a safe, compassionate and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore whatever may be troubling them. My working model is centrally embedded within the Person-Centred model. I also draw upon other modalities, such as, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA), Existentialism and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) depending on the unique needs of my clients. I focus on establishing a trusting relationship with my clients and working in a safe and ethical way prioritising my clients well-being.
0117 325 3819 View 0117 325 3819
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Mindscape Therapies Ltd
MA
Verified Verified
Bristol BS6
Hi, I'm Kate, a skilled, inclusive, creative, warm, empathic and well qualified HCPC registered therapist. I offer clinical hypnotherapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) to children, adolescents and adults. If life events have contributed to you experiencing PTSD, anxiety, or depression, and you want to honour the past while moving forward, please do call me. I also support people to develop a healthy relationship with their body and with food. I was an NHS practitioner for 22 years in CAMHS and adult mental health, and have also practised privately for 18 years! LGBT+ and neurodivergent friendly.
Hi, I'm Kate, a skilled, inclusive, creative, warm, empathic and well qualified HCPC registered therapist. I offer clinical hypnotherapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) to children, adolescents and adults. If life events have contributed to you experiencing PTSD, anxiety, or depression, and you want to honour the past while moving forward, please do call me. I also support people to develop a healthy relationship with their body and with food. I was an NHS practitioner for 22 years in CAMHS and adult mental health, and have also practised privately for 18 years! LGBT+ and neurodivergent friendly.
0117 463 7184 View 0117 463 7184
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Stephen Leighton
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
Verified Verified
Bristol BS1
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist with a private practice in Bristol and Taunton. I work with individuals from all walks of life seeking help with many different problems, for example with depression and anxiety, panic states, phobias, obsessional behaviour or angry outbursts. People who turn to psychotherapy may also feel worried in more general ways such as feeling aimless or dissatisfied in their work life, or feeling unable to make satisfactory personal or sexual relationships. With empathy and careful listening my aim is always to help you feel better about yourself and your life, in work or in love.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist with a private practice in Bristol and Taunton. I work with individuals from all walks of life seeking help with many different problems, for example with depression and anxiety, panic states, phobias, obsessional behaviour or angry outbursts. People who turn to psychotherapy may also feel worried in more general ways such as feeling aimless or dissatisfied in their work life, or feeling unable to make satisfactory personal or sexual relationships. With empathy and careful listening my aim is always to help you feel better about yourself and your life, in work or in love.
01454 802664 View 01454 802664
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Jamie N Bird
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bristol BS13
I have worked for many years helping my clients to accept themselves for who they are and how they survive in the hidden world that goes on inside their heads, the world where fear holds them back and keeps them stuck. The world we are all familiar with, the place we go when we put our heads on our pillows at night and we know! I believe that through honest exploration, reflection and acceptance of our past, we can start to accept ourselves and begin to build our self-esteem, self respect, our confidence and compassion for ourselves. We can embrace the parts of us that work and let go of the parts that don't, we can change.
I have worked for many years helping my clients to accept themselves for who they are and how they survive in the hidden world that goes on inside their heads, the world where fear holds them back and keeps them stuck. The world we are all familiar with, the place we go when we put our heads on our pillows at night and we know! I believe that through honest exploration, reflection and acceptance of our past, we can start to accept ourselves and begin to build our self-esteem, self respect, our confidence and compassion for ourselves. We can embrace the parts of us that work and let go of the parts that don't, we can change.
0117 463 1826 View 0117 463 1826
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Hannah Paton
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Has your drink or drug use started to get on top of you? Are you experiencing difficulties in relationships with those around you? Have you turned to self-destructive patterns of behaviour in an attempt to cope with low mood, difficult experiences or traumatic events? If this sounds like you then my years of experience as a Counsellor in the fields of substance misuse and in healing trauma may help to heal your fragmented parts and build your own motivation to make the behavioural changes you desire. Please follow the link to my website, where you can find out more about me and the way that I work.
Has your drink or drug use started to get on top of you? Are you experiencing difficulties in relationships with those around you? Have you turned to self-destructive patterns of behaviour in an attempt to cope with low mood, difficult experiences or traumatic events? If this sounds like you then my years of experience as a Counsellor in the fields of substance misuse and in healing trauma may help to heal your fragmented parts and build your own motivation to make the behavioural changes you desire. Please follow the link to my website, where you can find out more about me and the way that I work.
0117 456 2367 View 0117 456 2367
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Jessica Turner
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you finding relationships difficult? Do you find that you're often thinking about the past, or worrying about the future, and that you struggle to connect to the present moment? You might find that you feel unable to control your emotions, and that you feel you're doing everything wrong?
Are you finding relationships difficult? Do you find that you're often thinking about the past, or worrying about the future, and that you struggle to connect to the present moment? You might find that you feel unable to control your emotions, and that you feel you're doing everything wrong?
0117 463 3830 View 0117 463 3830
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Hyunho Khang
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bristol BS1
I have wide experience counselling a diverse range of clients experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, loss, grief, anger issues, confidence issues, relationship difficulties, issues around sex, issues at work, ADHD, addiction, eating issues, abuse and trauma. I work in conjunction with NHS services and other health professionals to support adults in the South West. I have a particular interest in working with clients with relationship difficulties (including sex issues), clients affected by narcissism in their relationships, and clients with somatic problems including pain, chronic fatigue, ME, IBS and fibromyalgia.
I have wide experience counselling a diverse range of clients experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, loss, grief, anger issues, confidence issues, relationship difficulties, issues around sex, issues at work, ADHD, addiction, eating issues, abuse and trauma. I work in conjunction with NHS services and other health professionals to support adults in the South West. I have a particular interest in working with clients with relationship difficulties (including sex issues), clients affected by narcissism in their relationships, and clients with somatic problems including pain, chronic fatigue, ME, IBS and fibromyalgia.
0117 325 2122 View 0117 325 2122
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