Sleep or Insomnia Counselling in Bristol
She is a trusted and experienced Behavioural Sleep Medicine specialist with years of experience working with neurodiversity.
Sleep Clinic: I run a specialist adult sleep service (thesleeppractice.com) that delivers compassionate, evidence-based treatments for insomnia and a range of other sleep difficulties.
She is a trusted and experienced Behavioural Sleep Medicine specialist with years of experience working with neurodiversity.
Sleep Clinic: I run a specialist adult sleep service (thesleeppractice.com) that delivers compassionate, evidence-based treatments for insomnia and a range of other sleep difficulties.
Dr. Chris James - Sleep Specialist & Adult ADHD
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
For others, it's about building on existing skills - how to get more out of relationships, improving communication, being more assertive, boosting your sleep and performance, learning to be the best version of yourself.
I'm a highly experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist and sleep specialist providing evidence-based psychological interventions (including CBT) for a range of difficulties including insomnia, adult ADHD, anxiety, work-related stress and burnout, trauma, depression, OCD, health anxiety, phobia, self-esteem issues and relationship difficulties.
For others, it's about building on existing skills - how to get more out of relationships, improving communication, being more assertive, boosting your sleep and performance, learning to be the best version of yourself.
I'm a highly experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist and sleep specialist providing evidence-based psychological interventions (including CBT) for a range of difficulties including insomnia, adult ADHD, anxiety, work-related stress and burnout, trauma, depression, OCD, health anxiety, phobia, self-esteem issues and relationship difficulties.
Sleep better, make easier and better decisions and reach those personal goals.
Anxiety Counsellor - I work with adults and young people (aged 11+) experiencing all types of anxiety for all kinds of reasons. Whether the cause is school or work-related stress, a relationship issue, a bereavement, pregnancy, physical ill health, a traumatic event or something else - I offer you the opportunity to become more at ease within your body and mind - freeing you up to make the changes you want to see within yourself and your life.
Sleep better, make easier and better decisions and reach those personal goals.
Anxiety Counsellor - I work with adults and young people (aged 11+) experiencing all types of anxiety for all kinds of reasons. Whether the cause is school or work-related stress, a relationship issue, a bereavement, pregnancy, physical ill health, a traumatic event or something else - I offer you the opportunity to become more at ease within your body and mind - freeing you up to make the changes you want to see within yourself and your life.
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I am a CBT therapist, counsellor, virtual therapist and supervisor with over 15 years experience of working with children, young people and adults in the charity and private sector.
Difficulties I can help you with include anxiety disorders, depression, stress management, sleep difficulties, self-esteem, body image, trauma, abuse, bereavement and loss and relational difficulties.
I can offer you a non-judgmental, and supportive space to explore the challenges you may be facing that are stopping you from living your life in the way that you want and deserve. I can support you to meet your goals.
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I am a CBT therapist, counsellor, virtual therapist and supervisor with over 15 years experience of working with children, young people and adults in the charity and private sector.
Difficulties I can help you with include anxiety disorders, depression, stress management, sleep difficulties, self-esteem, body image, trauma, abuse, bereavement and loss and relational difficulties.
I can offer you a non-judgmental, and supportive space to explore the challenges you may be facing that are stopping you from living your life in the way that you want and deserve. I can support you to meet your goals.
I also provide specialist support in relation to physical health issues such as stopping smoking, improving sleep, alcohol consumption, weight management, movement/physical exercise, lifestyle choices and habit change.
I am a fully registered and insured Practitioner Psychologist and Chartered Psychologist, specialising in a variety of biological, psychological and social difficulties. I have over 15 years’ experience of supporting people to develop strategies to live with mental health issues (anxiety and depression, stress, worry or panic, health-related anxiety and depression), long-term conditions (e.g. thyroid disorders, pain, fatigue, COPD, PMDD, cancer and Long Covid) and challenging life circumstances.
I also provide specialist support in relation to physical health issues such as stopping smoking, improving sleep, alcohol consumption, weight management, movement/physical exercise, lifestyle choices and habit change.
I am a fully registered and insured Practitioner Psychologist and Chartered Psychologist, specialising in a variety of biological, psychological and social difficulties. I have over 15 years’ experience of supporting people to develop strategies to live with mental health issues (anxiety and depression, stress, worry or panic, health-related anxiety and depression), long-term conditions (e.g. thyroid disorders, pain, fatigue, COPD, PMDD, cancer and Long Covid) and challenging life circumstances.
I support adults and children who may be struggling with: anxiety (including generalised anxiety disorder, health anxiety, social anxiety), depression and low mood, OCD, phobias, low self-esteem, perfectionism, body image difficulties and body dysmorphia, stress, panic disorder and panic attacks, trauma and sleep difficulties.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an effective, evidence-based therapy that helps to identify unhelpful patterns in our thoughts, feelings and behaviours and aims to challenge and change these. Therapy will follow a structure, whilst also being adapted to your needs and differences.
I support adults and children who may be struggling with: anxiety (including generalised anxiety disorder, health anxiety, social anxiety), depression and low mood, OCD, phobias, low self-esteem, perfectionism, body image difficulties and body dysmorphia, stress, panic disorder and panic attacks, trauma and sleep difficulties.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an effective, evidence-based therapy that helps to identify unhelpful patterns in our thoughts, feelings and behaviours and aims to challenge and change these. Therapy will follow a structure, whilst also being adapted to your needs and differences.
She has a wealth of experience working with problems such as anxiety, behaviour, eating disorders, sleep, social anxiety, bullying, or school-related problems.
Deborah gained many years experience working in the NHS, both in the community and inpatient wards treating children and adolescents and their families . She then specialised in treating eating disorders in NHS CAMHS .She also has a specialist interest in working with couples and individuals who want to gain greater sense of well being.
She has a wealth of experience working with problems such as anxiety, behaviour, eating disorders, sleep, social anxiety, bullying, or school-related problems.
Deborah gained many years experience working in the NHS, both in the community and inpatient wards treating children and adolescents and their families . She then specialised in treating eating disorders in NHS CAMHS .She also has a specialist interest in working with couples and individuals who want to gain greater sense of well being.
Over the years I have worked extensively with people coping with different psychological symptoms (e.g. worries, general anxiety, stress, OCD, phobias, health worries, sleep problems) and physical health conditions (e.g. Cancer, Cardiac conditions, Diabetes, IBD).
I strongly believe that every client is unique and I adapt the therapy to suit your needs and goals. I am passionate about enabling people to have healthier and happier lives with the benefit of evidence based psychological knowledge and practice. My aim is to help you overcome your hurdles and transform your life into the one you would like to live.
Over the years I have worked extensively with people coping with different psychological symptoms (e.g. worries, general anxiety, stress, OCD, phobias, health worries, sleep problems) and physical health conditions (e.g. Cancer, Cardiac conditions, Diabetes, IBD).
I strongly believe that every client is unique and I adapt the therapy to suit your needs and goals. I am passionate about enabling people to have healthier and happier lives with the benefit of evidence based psychological knowledge and practice. My aim is to help you overcome your hurdles and transform your life into the one you would like to live.
I use a highly effective form of cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) known as rational emotive behaviour therapy (REBT) as well as clinical hypnotherapy (either separately or combined) to help you with a variety of issues including all forms of anxiety, as well as work stress, life stress, anger management, insomnia, IBS, confidence issues and more.
Hello there, I'm a mental health and wellbeing consultant and have been in practicefor nearly 20 years now. I've worked in a variety of settings, including private practice (in both London and Bristol), the NHS, occupational health, private healthcare and The Priory Hospital. I also develop workshops, webinars and live presentations and am the author of two pop psych self-help titles. I bring wit, wisdom and experience into the room. If you need help with your anxiety and stress, including work stress, life stress and burnout, if you want help with your confidence, or in overcoming a life challenge, I can help
I use a highly effective form of cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) known as rational emotive behaviour therapy (REBT) as well as clinical hypnotherapy (either separately or combined) to help you with a variety of issues including all forms of anxiety, as well as work stress, life stress, anger management, insomnia, IBS, confidence issues and more.
Hello there, I'm a mental health and wellbeing consultant and have been in practicefor nearly 20 years now. I've worked in a variety of settings, including private practice (in both London and Bristol), the NHS, occupational health, private healthcare and The Priory Hospital. I also develop workshops, webinars and live presentations and am the author of two pop psych self-help titles. I bring wit, wisdom and experience into the room. If you need help with your anxiety and stress, including work stress, life stress and burnout, if you want help with your confidence, or in overcoming a life challenge, I can help
I work with a wide range of issues, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, insomnia, OCD, addictions, PTSD, phobias and issues around self-esteem.
My work is always solution-focused: the aim is for clients not to need me! I am a graduate member of the Human Givens Institute (MHGI), and previously trained in counselling, Brief Intervention therapy and Positive Psychology. My aim is to find the right tools and approach for each person, as everyone's experience of mental ill-health is unique to them.
I work with a wide range of issues, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, insomnia, OCD, addictions, PTSD, phobias and issues around self-esteem.
My work is always solution-focused: the aim is for clients not to need me! I am a graduate member of the Human Givens Institute (MHGI), and previously trained in counselling, Brief Intervention therapy and Positive Psychology. My aim is to find the right tools and approach for each person, as everyone's experience of mental ill-health is unique to them.
I have extensive experience in working with OCD, depression, anxiety, marital problems, trauma, sleep, anger, and a wide range of other social and emotional difficulties.
Dr Philip Murphy (B.Sc., Ph.D., Dip.Clin.Psy., C.Psychol., A.F.B.Ps.S) - Consultant Clinical Psychologist. During my 34 year career I have developed experience in many therapeutic approaches. Using this experience, we can work together to help you understand and overcome the social and emotional difficulties in your life. Embarking on personal therapy can sometimes seem daunting, But generally my clients settle comfortably into our pleasant relaxed setting, and usually find it surprisingly easy to share their thoughts.
I have extensive experience in working with OCD, depression, anxiety, marital problems, trauma, sleep, anger, and a wide range of other social and emotional difficulties.
Dr Philip Murphy (B.Sc., Ph.D., Dip.Clin.Psy., C.Psychol., A.F.B.Ps.S) - Consultant Clinical Psychologist. During my 34 year career I have developed experience in many therapeutic approaches. Using this experience, we can work together to help you understand and overcome the social and emotional difficulties in your life. Embarking on personal therapy can sometimes seem daunting, But generally my clients settle comfortably into our pleasant relaxed setting, and usually find it surprisingly easy to share their thoughts.
I use CBT to treat people with a variety of mental health conditions, including: depression, low self-esteem, anxiety and worry, panic, health anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), stress, imposter syndrome/work issues, sleep difficulties and loneliness.
I appreciate how intimidating it can be to start therapy and how important it is to feel comfortable speaking to someone about how you're feeling. All information discussed in treatment would be strictly confidential and I always use a personalised approach to deliver CBT.
I use CBT to treat people with a variety of mental health conditions, including: depression, low self-esteem, anxiety and worry, panic, health anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), stress, imposter syndrome/work issues, sleep difficulties and loneliness.
I appreciate how intimidating it can be to start therapy and how important it is to feel comfortable speaking to someone about how you're feeling. All information discussed in treatment would be strictly confidential and I always use a personalised approach to deliver CBT.
So stress is a regular feature of your life that affects health , sleep,emotional wellbeing ,sex and work,.
Couple therapy brings two people together with different views on what is the problem here . The work is a challenge to you. I use the Gottman method which is evidence based and gives a roadmap for the work. You both complete a comprehensive assessment before the first session, which includes individual time ,then couple time to conclude.
So stress is a regular feature of your life that affects health , sleep,emotional wellbeing ,sex and work,.
Couple therapy brings two people together with different views on what is the problem here . The work is a challenge to you. I use the Gottman method which is evidence based and gives a roadmap for the work. You both complete a comprehensive assessment before the first session, which includes individual time ,then couple time to conclude.
This includes depression, low esteem, panic, phobias (spiders, animals, storms, heights, emetophobia etc), social anxiety, OCD (which includes ERP), BDD, eating disorders, health anxiety, GAD (worry), PTSD/trauma, driving anxiety, insomnia and anger/temper.
I have worked as a cognitive behavioral psychotherapist (CBT) since 1985 in a variety of health settings including NHS and privately. I am also a BABCP accredited CBT clinical supervisor offering supervision to peers.
This includes depression, low esteem, panic, phobias (spiders, animals, storms, heights, emetophobia etc), social anxiety, OCD (which includes ERP), BDD, eating disorders, health anxiety, GAD (worry), PTSD/trauma, driving anxiety, insomnia and anger/temper.
I have worked as a cognitive behavioral psychotherapist (CBT) since 1985 in a variety of health settings including NHS and privately. I am also a BABCP accredited CBT clinical supervisor offering supervision to peers.
Choosing a therapist can be a stressful process, and it's difficult to decide which kind of therapy to try. Many people find it helpful to work with a therapist who has trained in more than one therapy, who can switch to a different therapy when needed, and who can tailor sessions according to your needs. My 16 years experience in supporting neurodivergent clients (with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia or other difficulties) led me to further training in 2021 in autism, and specialised CBT and ACT for ADHD and emotional regulation problems.
Choosing a therapist can be a stressful process, and it's difficult to decide which kind of therapy to try. Many people find it helpful to work with a therapist who has trained in more than one therapy, who can switch to a different therapy when needed, and who can tailor sessions according to your needs. My 16 years experience in supporting neurodivergent clients (with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia or other difficulties) led me to further training in 2021 in autism, and specialised CBT and ACT for ADHD and emotional regulation problems.
If you are ready for lasting change, then EMDR therapy may be for you – EMDR seeks to address the heart of the matter. I can help you to move from 'coping' to greater self-acceptance, and embracing life more fully.
If you are ready for lasting change, then EMDR therapy may be for you – EMDR seeks to address the heart of the matter. I can help you to move from 'coping' to greater self-acceptance, and embracing life more fully.
I am a HCPC-registered and BPS chartered Clinical Neuropsychologist, specialising in offering cognitive assessment and therapy to individuals with neurological conditions. Often, the impact of neurological symptoms can be uncertain, bringing up feelings of loss and anxiety. It can be difficult to adjust your lifestyle to the challenges that present, leading to feeling disconnected from what is most important. I pride myself on being conscientious and integral, offering a safe therapeutic space to explore what feels most difficult right now.
I am a HCPC-registered and BPS chartered Clinical Neuropsychologist, specialising in offering cognitive assessment and therapy to individuals with neurological conditions. Often, the impact of neurological symptoms can be uncertain, bringing up feelings of loss and anxiety. It can be difficult to adjust your lifestyle to the challenges that present, leading to feeling disconnected from what is most important. I pride myself on being conscientious and integral, offering a safe therapeutic space to explore what feels most difficult right now.
Perhaps you feel lost, ungrounded, unable to understand your emotional way of being and always seem to be at conflict with yourself and others in your life. Perhaps you suffer from anxiety, stress, OCD, addictions, lack of self-worth. Perhaps you are grieving a loss of a loved one, relationship break-up or a job. In these times of stress and anxiety, one needs to find one’s inner core strength to be able to be fully grounded and able to fully move into life with clarity and focus. With my counselling skills and our teamwork, you can become the person you were born to be.
Perhaps you feel lost, ungrounded, unable to understand your emotional way of being and always seem to be at conflict with yourself and others in your life. Perhaps you suffer from anxiety, stress, OCD, addictions, lack of self-worth. Perhaps you are grieving a loss of a loved one, relationship break-up or a job. In these times of stress and anxiety, one needs to find one’s inner core strength to be able to be fully grounded and able to fully move into life with clarity and focus. With my counselling skills and our teamwork, you can become the person you were born to be.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward? Perhaps life has thrown more at you than you can bear. Life can feel especially challenging after loss, trauma, or navigating major changes like becoming a parent or starting a new chapter. You’ve endured so much, yet you’re still here, looking for a way to create change. I know how hard it can be to take that first step, but I’m here to provide a warm, safe space where you feel truly seen and supported. Together, we’ll make sense of what’s keeping you stuck and explore ways to help you move toward a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward? Perhaps life has thrown more at you than you can bear. Life can feel especially challenging after loss, trauma, or navigating major changes like becoming a parent or starting a new chapter. You’ve endured so much, yet you’re still here, looking for a way to create change. I know how hard it can be to take that first step, but I’m here to provide a warm, safe space where you feel truly seen and supported. Together, we’ll make sense of what’s keeping you stuck and explore ways to help you move toward a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling.
20 years of experience as a psychotherapist. Broad experience with young adults and individuals with anxiety, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem and others. Minority groups, neurodiverse, creative individuals, LGBTQ are welcome! Free consultation. Feeling sad, anxious or trapped and ready for a change? let's work together, on your own pace, step by step, exploring your emotions and traumatic events in a way that is safe for you. Gestalt therapy is a very dynamic approach that grounds you in the present, helps you to let go or reclaim emotions and to close cycles or unfinished businesses.
20 years of experience as a psychotherapist. Broad experience with young adults and individuals with anxiety, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem and others. Minority groups, neurodiverse, creative individuals, LGBTQ are welcome! Free consultation. Feeling sad, anxious or trapped and ready for a change? let's work together, on your own pace, step by step, exploring your emotions and traumatic events in a way that is safe for you. Gestalt therapy is a very dynamic approach that grounds you in the present, helps you to let go or reclaim emotions and to close cycles or unfinished businesses.
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How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.
Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.
Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.
What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.