Counselling in Bristol
Thank you for taking the time to look my profile. My approach to working with you is about what you want to work on and achieve in therapy. Whether you are experiencing sadness, depression or a sense of disconnection, the human condition is characterised by a fundamental desire for connection and being heard. I work holistically on your whole self - the mind and body as one. This is firmly routed in my trainings and experience. I have a relaxed and informal approach, which supports your ability to be truly who you are, in a non-judgemental and confidential environment.
Thank you for taking the time to look my profile. My approach to working with you is about what you want to work on and achieve in therapy. Whether you are experiencing sadness, depression or a sense of disconnection, the human condition is characterised by a fundamental desire for connection and being heard. I work holistically on your whole self - the mind and body as one. This is firmly routed in my trainings and experience. I have a relaxed and informal approach, which supports your ability to be truly who you are, in a non-judgemental and confidential environment.
Are you caring for others and burned out from the constant responsibility and anxiety? You may be juggling life with a child with SEN, a partner with mental health difficulties, or an elderly parent with declining health. Caring for a loved one can take a huge emotional and physical toll, often leaving you anxious, drained, or low in mood while putting your own needs last. If you are trapped in cycles of worry, guilt and overthinking, CBT can help you understand the patterns keeping you stuck and develop healthier ways of coping.
Are you caring for others and burned out from the constant responsibility and anxiety? You may be juggling life with a child with SEN, a partner with mental health difficulties, or an elderly parent with declining health. Caring for a loved one can take a huge emotional and physical toll, often leaving you anxious, drained, or low in mood while putting your own needs last. If you are trapped in cycles of worry, guilt and overthinking, CBT can help you understand the patterns keeping you stuck and develop healthier ways of coping.
Dr Suzy Anderson
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
There's always more to a problem than its headline, and that the foundations of meaningful change are in careful, critical understanding. I work with my clients to formulate their problems in all their complexity, and to develop focussed strategies for intervention. I often work with people struggling with low mood, anxiety, esteem issues, obsessive thoughts, relationship issues, problematic behaviours (such as problematic skin picking), traumatic experiences and unhelpful coping. I work responsively, realistically and pragmatically, according to my clients' priorities.
There's always more to a problem than its headline, and that the foundations of meaningful change are in careful, critical understanding. I work with my clients to formulate their problems in all their complexity, and to develop focussed strategies for intervention. I often work with people struggling with low mood, anxiety, esteem issues, obsessive thoughts, relationship issues, problematic behaviours (such as problematic skin picking), traumatic experiences and unhelpful coping. I work responsively, realistically and pragmatically, according to my clients' priorities.
Perhaps you are struggling to communicate your needs within a particular relationship in your life; or feel “stuck” in repetitive communication patterns with others. Perhaps you have been struggling with your own mental health, and are noticing how this is impacted by, and impacts upon your position in certain close relationships. As an individual, couple, or family, I can explore with you different ways of understanding and communicating about those things which may be troubling you. I believe that therapy can help us to tap into our own resources and solutions to problems which maybe feel more difficult to discover alone.
Perhaps you are struggling to communicate your needs within a particular relationship in your life; or feel “stuck” in repetitive communication patterns with others. Perhaps you have been struggling with your own mental health, and are noticing how this is impacted by, and impacts upon your position in certain close relationships. As an individual, couple, or family, I can explore with you different ways of understanding and communicating about those things which may be troubling you. I believe that therapy can help us to tap into our own resources and solutions to problems which maybe feel more difficult to discover alone.
Hello, my name is Nick.
Navigating life can be hard enough at the best of times. Evermore so when past traumas or future anxieties keep crashing in, exacerbating what may already be a precarious time.
Reaching out for help, stepping into the unknown, can be the greatest challenge and the most rewarding. My aim is provide a safe and compassionate base from which we can explore and work through the difficulties you are experiencing, whatever they maybe. I specialise in anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and addiction.
Hello, my name is Nick.
Navigating life can be hard enough at the best of times. Evermore so when past traumas or future anxieties keep crashing in, exacerbating what may already be a precarious time.
Reaching out for help, stepping into the unknown, can be the greatest challenge and the most rewarding. My aim is provide a safe and compassionate base from which we can explore and work through the difficulties you are experiencing, whatever they maybe. I specialise in anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and addiction.
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.
Hi, I’m Laura and I’m a Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Therapist and mental health nurse with around 15 years' experience in mental healthcare, CBT and counselling. I have worked within the NHS (including significant child & adolescent mental health (CAMHS) experience), university voluntary and private sectors. 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.
Hi, I’m Laura and I’m a Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Therapist and mental health nurse with around 15 years' experience in mental healthcare, CBT and counselling. I have worked within the NHS (including significant child & adolescent mental health (CAMHS) experience), university voluntary and private sectors. 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.
I am an Integrative Counsellor with a warm, empathic and collaborative approach, working in both BS2 and BS5. My humanistic training means that I am led by you with regards to the topics we discuss and the pace at which we work. I endeavour to empower, give you agency and am able to integrate different therapeutic theories and approaches to best suit you as an individual. While working as a therapist, I have supported clients exploring issues such as trauma, bereavement, gender and sexual identity, relationship issues, depression, anxiety and sexual assault.
I am an Integrative Counsellor with a warm, empathic and collaborative approach, working in both BS2 and BS5. My humanistic training means that I am led by you with regards to the topics we discuss and the pace at which we work. I endeavour to empower, give you agency and am able to integrate different therapeutic theories and approaches to best suit you as an individual. While working as a therapist, I have supported clients exploring issues such as trauma, bereavement, gender and sexual identity, relationship issues, depression, anxiety and sexual assault.
Hello, My name is Barry, I am a qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist who can work with both adults and children.
At the moment I can offer sessions over on Zoom or Teams.
Hello, My name is Barry, I am a qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist who can work with both adults and children.
At the moment I can offer sessions over on Zoom or Teams.
I offer counselling for parents, siblings and family carers who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious or emotionally stretched. You may be supporting an autistic, ADHD, disabled and/or medically complex child, a young person waiting for assessment, or an adult child with ongoing needs. You may be navigating appointments, school or care systems, diagnosis journeys, relationship strain, guilt, grief, anger, uncertainty or the pressure of always needing to keep going. I'm also a parent carer myself which brings warmth, relatability and understanding to my work.
I offer counselling for parents, siblings and family carers who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious or emotionally stretched. You may be supporting an autistic, ADHD, disabled and/or medically complex child, a young person waiting for assessment, or an adult child with ongoing needs. You may be navigating appointments, school or care systems, diagnosis journeys, relationship strain, guilt, grief, anger, uncertainty or the pressure of always needing to keep going. I'm also a parent carer myself which brings warmth, relatability and understanding to my work.
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 an accredited cognitive behavioural therapist with the British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP). I have 15 years experience of working in NHS Talking Therapies services in Bristol. I also have several years experience working in social care, working with parental mental health and safeguarding children.
I am a parent to neurodivergent children and am on my own neurodivergent perimenopausal journey.
Whatever your concerns, I can offer you a confidential, non-judgemental and safe space to talk about the things that are concerning you and to explore helpful ways to address these issues together.
I am an accredited cognitive behavioural therapist with the British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP). I have 15 years experience of working in NHS Talking Therapies services in Bristol. I also have several years experience working in social care, working with parental mental health and safeguarding children.
I am a parent to neurodivergent children and am on my own neurodivergent perimenopausal journey.
Whatever your concerns, I can offer you a confidential, non-judgemental and safe space to talk about the things that are concerning you and to explore helpful ways to address these issues together.
Hello - I’m Anna.
I offer therapy for ‘real life’. Because life throws challenges at us all.
If something is having a negative impact on you then it’s worth talking about.
Perhaps you’re feeling stuck. Maybe you’ve reached a crossroads in your life or are going through a transitional change that’s making you feel unsteady.
Perhaps you’re dealing with low self-worth.
Maybe you’re struggling with anxiety, low mood or you’re dealing with loss.
Whatever brings you here, I offer a warm, comfortable and confidential space where you can share what’s going on for you and we can work through it together.
Hello - I’m Anna.
I offer therapy for ‘real life’. Because life throws challenges at us all.
If something is having a negative impact on you then it’s worth talking about.
Perhaps you’re feeling stuck. Maybe you’ve reached a crossroads in your life or are going through a transitional change that’s making you feel unsteady.
Perhaps you’re dealing with low self-worth.
Maybe you’re struggling with anxiety, low mood or you’re dealing with loss.
Whatever brings you here, I offer a warm, comfortable and confidential space where you can share what’s going on for you and we can work through it together.
I’m a BACP‑accredited counsellor offering a calm, supportive space to explore whatever you’re facing. I work relationally, valuing the trust we build and the pace that feels right for you. Together we can make sense of your thoughts, feelings and patterns, understand the impact of past or present experiences, and support you to strengthen your sense of self. I have experience with grief, anxiety, low mood, identity, relationships, neurodiversity and more. I offer a free 10–15 minute call if you’d like to see how it feels to work together.
I’m a BACP‑accredited counsellor offering a calm, supportive space to explore whatever you’re facing. I work relationally, valuing the trust we build and the pace that feels right for you. Together we can make sense of your thoughts, feelings and patterns, understand the impact of past or present experiences, and support you to strengthen your sense of self. I have experience with grief, anxiety, low mood, identity, relationships, neurodiversity and more. I offer a free 10–15 minute call if you’d like to see how it feels to work together.
I provide a safe and unpressured space where you can explore all aspects of who you are, without the restrictions and expectations you might feel in everyday life. Counselling can help you make sense of your feelings, behaviour and relationships. I believe this can be a process of growth and self-discovery. We often adapt our true selves to manage the pressures of life. Counselling can be an opportunity to say the things you may never have had the chance to say before and explore feelings that may have been hidden. It can lead to deepened self-awareness and can help you find ways to become 'unstuck' and move forward with life.
I provide a safe and unpressured space where you can explore all aspects of who you are, without the restrictions and expectations you might feel in everyday life. Counselling can help you make sense of your feelings, behaviour and relationships. I believe this can be a process of growth and self-discovery. We often adapt our true selves to manage the pressures of life. Counselling can be an opportunity to say the things you may never have had the chance to say before and explore feelings that may have been hidden. It can lead to deepened self-awareness and can help you find ways to become 'unstuck' and move forward with life.
Your life may bring about human challenges: transitions, uncertainties and dissatisfactions concerning your relationships, your understanding of yourself and your life as a whole. This may leave you feeling many things: overwhelmed, out of control within the unknown, alone, stuck, anxious, angry and confused whilst you attempt to navigate this. Meeting in a neutral, open space with a supportive and curious outsider can help in gaining relief, insight, self-acceptance, help to identify choices, and envision a way forward. Together, we can help you to understand your world and how you relate to yourself and others at greater depth.
Your life may bring about human challenges: transitions, uncertainties and dissatisfactions concerning your relationships, your understanding of yourself and your life as a whole. This may leave you feeling many things: overwhelmed, out of control within the unknown, alone, stuck, anxious, angry and confused whilst you attempt to navigate this. Meeting in a neutral, open space with a supportive and curious outsider can help in gaining relief, insight, self-acceptance, help to identify choices, and envision a way forward. Together, we can help you to understand your world and how you relate to yourself and others at greater depth.
Hello! My name is Elystan. I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist offering online therapy that fits around you. I am a highly trained clinician, having read psychology at Oxford and completed two doctoral degrees. I can work with you to achieve your goals and improve your life.
Whether you know what your goals are but you're feeling stuck, or you can't put your finger on why things don't feel right, we can make sense of it together. My role is to be alongside you in a journey towards a deeper, more intimate understanding of yourself - an understanding which can help empower you to make meaningful, positive changes to your life.
Hello! My name is Elystan. I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist offering online therapy that fits around you. I am a highly trained clinician, having read psychology at Oxford and completed two doctoral degrees. I can work with you to achieve your goals and improve your life.
Whether you know what your goals are but you're feeling stuck, or you can't put your finger on why things don't feel right, we can make sense of it together. My role is to be alongside you in a journey towards a deeper, more intimate understanding of yourself - an understanding which can help empower you to make meaningful, positive changes to your life.
You may be a parent or carer feeling worried, exhausted, or stuck, unsure how best to support your child. Your child might be experiencing big emotions, behaviours that feel challenging, anxiety, low mood, sleep or eating difficulties—often alongside Autism, ADHD, learning or physical disabilities. Daily life may feel unpredictable or overwhelming, affecting the whole family. You want to understand what’s really behind these difficulties, feel more confident in your responses, and help your child feel safer, calmer, and more able to thrive, so family life can feel more manageable and hopeful again.
You may be a parent or carer feeling worried, exhausted, or stuck, unsure how best to support your child. Your child might be experiencing big emotions, behaviours that feel challenging, anxiety, low mood, sleep or eating difficulties—often alongside Autism, ADHD, learning or physical disabilities. Daily life may feel unpredictable or overwhelming, affecting the whole family. You want to understand what’s really behind these difficulties, feel more confident in your responses, and help your child feel safer, calmer, and more able to thrive, so family life can feel more manageable and hopeful again.
I believe the most important thing in counselling is to develop a relationship of trust and confidence between therapist and client. I provide clients with a safe, confidential and warm space for them to reflect on the challenges they bring. Coming to counselling can be a daunting step; as a result it is that much more important to come into an accepting, empathic, non-judgemental environment. I take the view that there is no single approach that can be helpful to you in all situations. This gives more choice of how you want to look at your issues and creates flexibility to tailor therapy to your individual needs and aspirations.
I believe the most important thing in counselling is to develop a relationship of trust and confidence between therapist and client. I provide clients with a safe, confidential and warm space for them to reflect on the challenges they bring. Coming to counselling can be a daunting step; as a result it is that much more important to come into an accepting, empathic, non-judgemental environment. I take the view that there is no single approach that can be helpful to you in all situations. This gives more choice of how you want to look at your issues and creates flexibility to tailor therapy to your individual needs and aspirations.
I'm a compassionate and empathetic HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist and BABCP Accredited CBT Therapist. I'm trained in different evidence-based ways of working to help you find ways to overcome your difficulties and learn new skills to cope. I will provide you with a safe space so you can share and understand your experiences. Whether your difficulties are new or long-standing we can use therapy to help you to improve your mood, improve your quality of life and find ways to achieve your goals.
I'm a compassionate and empathetic HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist and BABCP Accredited CBT Therapist. I'm trained in different evidence-based ways of working to help you find ways to overcome your difficulties and learn new skills to cope. I will provide you with a safe space so you can share and understand your experiences. Whether your difficulties are new or long-standing we can use therapy to help you to improve your mood, improve your quality of life and find ways to achieve your goals.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Bristol
1,000+
Average cost per session
£64
Counsellors in Bristol who prioritize treating:
| 89% | Anxiety |
| 83% | Depression |
| 81% | Self Esteem |
| 75% | Relationship Issues |
| 74% | Stress |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 67% | Complex PTSD |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 68% | Aviva |
| 62% | AXA PPP |
| 55% | Bupa |
How Counsellors in Bristol see their clients
| 75% | In Person and Online | |
| 25% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 72% | Female | |
| 27% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |