Counselling in Bristol
Hi, I’m Ash. I’m a Clinical Psychologist with a focus on trauma and its effects, including anxiety, depression, shame, guilt, and addiction. I work with individuals, couples and families.
Ive worked for many years in NHS services, supporting people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—often searching for meaning or clarity. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based therapies.
Whether we meet in person or online, I offer a safe, supportive space to explore your experiences at a pace that feels right for you, working together toward healing and greater self-understanding.
Hi, I’m Ash. I’m a Clinical Psychologist with a focus on trauma and its effects, including anxiety, depression, shame, guilt, and addiction. I work with individuals, couples and families.
Ive worked for many years in NHS services, supporting people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—often searching for meaning or clarity. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based therapies.
Whether we meet in person or online, I offer a safe, supportive space to explore your experiences at a pace that feels right for you, working together toward healing and greater self-understanding.
Relationships, work and life can feel overwhelming and unmanageable when we feel like we do not know where to turn. Anxiety can build, making even small challenges feel out of control, causing stress and depressive episodes. I offer a calm and peaceful space where you can offload, feel listened to and supported, whilst growing in self-awareness and confidence which can feel empowering.
I work with both adults and young people.
Relationships, work and life can feel overwhelming and unmanageable when we feel like we do not know where to turn. Anxiety can build, making even small challenges feel out of control, causing stress and depressive episodes. I offer a calm and peaceful space where you can offload, feel listened to and supported, whilst growing in self-awareness and confidence which can feel empowering.
I work with both adults and young people.
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.
Hi, I'm Kristina and I am a person-centred counsellor. I work with people to help them gain a deeper understanding and compassion for themselves. Whether you have pain rooted in past trauma, feelings of depression or everyday anxiety, we can work together to begin to bring healing into your life. I offer a warm, accepting space where you can feel truly seen, heard, and valued and to work together through whatever you are facing.
Hi, I'm Kristina and I am a person-centred counsellor. I work with people to help them gain a deeper understanding and compassion for themselves. Whether you have pain rooted in past trauma, feelings of depression or everyday anxiety, we can work together to begin to bring healing into your life. I offer a warm, accepting space where you can feel truly seen, heard, and valued and to work together through whatever you are facing.
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.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions or relationship problems? Maybe you are having unhelpful thoughts of "not being good enough" or "unable to cope" and have feelings of low self-esteem that you would like to untangle. We all have difficult periods in our life that can be challenging, maybe you have become stuck and are repeating the same old patterns or behaviours. Counselling can allow you to be heard, to talk freely and to be yourself. Being listened to in a non-judgmental way can be the therapeutic journey to see yourself differently.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions or relationship problems? Maybe you are having unhelpful thoughts of "not being good enough" or "unable to cope" and have feelings of low self-esteem that you would like to untangle. We all have difficult periods in our life that can be challenging, maybe you have become stuck and are repeating the same old patterns or behaviours. Counselling can allow you to be heard, to talk freely and to be yourself. Being listened to in a non-judgmental way can be the therapeutic journey to see yourself differently.
Hi, I’m Maizy. I’m a fully qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor, working in private practice. I work with an integrative approach, person-centred at my core, and include humanistic, psychodynamic, and aspects of gestalt and CBT approaches. I offer open-ended 1-1 50 minute sessions for both short and long-term work together.
Hi, I’m Maizy. I’m a fully qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor, working in private practice. I work with an integrative approach, person-centred at my core, and include humanistic, psychodynamic, and aspects of gestalt and CBT approaches. I offer open-ended 1-1 50 minute sessions for both short and long-term work together.
If you're feeling depressed, or need to address a difficult issue in your life, I can deliver a bespoke programme of therapeutic counselling. This will afford you opportunities to challenge yourself and develop fresh outlooks and perspectives for the benefit of finding new meaning and direction in your life. My counselling style is primarily 'person-centred'. This means I can offer sensitive flexibility for young people and adults who feel they'd benefit from a less structured and more exploratory alternative to the the CBT programmes typically offered by schools, employers and the NHS.
If you're feeling depressed, or need to address a difficult issue in your life, I can deliver a bespoke programme of therapeutic counselling. This will afford you opportunities to challenge yourself and develop fresh outlooks and perspectives for the benefit of finding new meaning and direction in your life. My counselling style is primarily 'person-centred'. This means I can offer sensitive flexibility for young people and adults who feel they'd benefit from a less structured and more exploratory alternative to the the CBT programmes typically offered by schools, employers and the NHS.
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.
Welcome. During the 25 years I've been in practice I've come to think of my way of working with individuals and couples as creating a unique space that is facilitating for recovery or growth. I draw on a wide range of techniques and approaches to fulfil this way of working. Psychotherapy and counselling with me is a confidential and non-judgemental process. I won’t tell you what to do but we will talk about whatever you need to and we will work on ways of developing a useful route through your issues, however difficult. (My practice is neurodiverse informed and kink friendly). I am the founder of Attention Allies therapist for ADHD.
Welcome. During the 25 years I've been in practice I've come to think of my way of working with individuals and couples as creating a unique space that is facilitating for recovery or growth. I draw on a wide range of techniques and approaches to fulfil this way of working. Psychotherapy and counselling with me is a confidential and non-judgemental process. I won’t tell you what to do but we will talk about whatever you need to and we will work on ways of developing a useful route through your issues, however difficult. (My practice is neurodiverse informed and kink friendly). I am the founder of Attention Allies therapist for ADHD.
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.
I am a Psychotherapist in my final year of training, blending mindfulness-based practice with psychotherapy to offer a holistic and reflective space. Together, we will explore how past patterns influence your present, empowering you to make choices aligned with your values. In a collaborative and compassionate environment, psychotherapy offers a chance to uncover deeper clarity, fostering self-awareness and growth at your own pace.
I am a Psychotherapist in my final year of training, blending mindfulness-based practice with psychotherapy to offer a holistic and reflective space. Together, we will explore how past patterns influence your present, empowering you to make choices aligned with your values. In a collaborative and compassionate environment, psychotherapy offers a chance to uncover deeper clarity, fostering self-awareness and growth at your own pace.
I provide Individual Psychotherapy, and Relational Group-Analytic Therapy. We work together, building trust and generating deeper understanding of self and relationships. In acknowledging challenges of communicating, undergoing life transitions and resolving past experiences, we become receptive to deeper, lasting change. By working individually with an experienced clinician, or, through sharing honest communication in a supportive, facilitated group, you can develop increased agency, greater self-worth and resilience, courage to discern a new life-direction, and, the confidence to explore relationships.
I provide Individual Psychotherapy, and Relational Group-Analytic Therapy. We work together, building trust and generating deeper understanding of self and relationships. In acknowledging challenges of communicating, undergoing life transitions and resolving past experiences, we become receptive to deeper, lasting change. By working individually with an experienced clinician, or, through sharing honest communication in a supportive, facilitated group, you can develop increased agency, greater self-worth and resilience, courage to discern a new life-direction, and, the confidence to explore relationships.
There are many reasons why someone feels they need or want to come to therapy. Challenging personal or professional circumstances, a realisation that habits and lifestyle are not helpful or healthy, an unhappy or difficult past. Sometimes it can be that little voice inside seeking change or support. My aim is to offer a safe and confidential space for you to explore past and present life events and create your own narrative of what they mean to you and help emotional wellbeing.
There are many reasons why someone feels they need or want to come to therapy. Challenging personal or professional circumstances, a realisation that habits and lifestyle are not helpful or healthy, an unhappy or difficult past. Sometimes it can be that little voice inside seeking change or support. My aim is to offer a safe and confidential space for you to explore past and present life events and create your own narrative of what they mean to you and help emotional wellbeing.
Hello,my name is Susan
No matter what you bring to counselling, I offer a kind, safe, welcoming space for you to explore your concerns at your own pace. Your counselling journey will be a unique reflection of you and your needs. You may already know what brings you to counselling or you may discover this on your journey
Counselling lends itself both to short-term work, for example, to help you identify current challenges and action changes and longer term work, if you wish perhaps to gain a better understanding of established behaviour patterns or how your childhood, relationships or past development can continue to impact you
Hello,my name is Susan
No matter what you bring to counselling, I offer a kind, safe, welcoming space for you to explore your concerns at your own pace. Your counselling journey will be a unique reflection of you and your needs. You may already know what brings you to counselling or you may discover this on your journey
Counselling lends itself both to short-term work, for example, to help you identify current challenges and action changes and longer term work, if you wish perhaps to gain a better understanding of established behaviour patterns or how your childhood, relationships or past development can continue to impact you
Psychotherapy is a rare invitation to speak and be listened to, to understand and be understood - a place to explore your self and your story, make sense of what you feel and why and ask how you might meet life's challenges in a more authentic, meaningful and fulfilling way. My approach is integrative, creative and embodied. It considers who you are and what happened to you, as well as what your heart desires. As a relational therapist, I also put your experience with me in therapy at the heart of our work together.
Psychotherapy is a rare invitation to speak and be listened to, to understand and be understood - a place to explore your self and your story, make sense of what you feel and why and ask how you might meet life's challenges in a more authentic, meaningful and fulfilling way. My approach is integrative, creative and embodied. It considers who you are and what happened to you, as well as what your heart desires. As a relational therapist, I also put your experience with me in therapy at the heart of our work together.
I work with a wide range of clients from the age of 14 years old, I have many years experience specialising in supporting clients with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism and Trauma.
I work with a wide range of clients from the age of 14 years old, I have many years experience specialising in supporting clients with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism and Trauma.
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.
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. 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.
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.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Bristol
900+
Average cost per session
£63
Counsellors in Bristol who prioritize treating:
| 90% | Anxiety |
| 83% | Depression |
| 81% | Self Esteem |
| 77% | Stress |
| 76% | Relationship Issues |
| 69% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 57% | Bereavement |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 63% | Aviva |
| 60% | AXA PPP |
| 52% | Bupa |
How Counsellors in Bristol see their clients
| 74% | In Person and Online | |
| 26% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 72% | Female | |
| 27% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |