Women's Issues Counselling in Canterbury

Nikolett Megyeri
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
​Does the world often feel too loud, too demanding, or simply not built for the way you naturally function? Whether you are navigating life with a neurodivergent brain (ADHD, ASD, BPD) or you’re someone who has simply spent years "performing" to meet the expectations of others, you are likely exhausted from the mask you wear We will explore how growing up has shaped your self-esteem and your relationships. Together, we’ll look at the 'roots' of your critical inner voice and work on unlearning the shame that often comes with not able to fit in.
​Does the world often feel too loud, too demanding, or simply not built for the way you naturally function? Whether you are navigating life with a neurodivergent brain (ADHD, ASD, BPD) or you’re someone who has simply spent years "performing" to meet the expectations of others, you are likely exhausted from the mask you wear We will explore how growing up has shaped your self-esteem and your relationships. Together, we’ll look at the 'roots' of your critical inner voice and work on unlearning the shame that often comes with not able to fit in.
01227 202239 View 01227 202239
Elle Petri
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally exhausted or unsure of who you are or where you’re heading, you’re not alone. I offer a calm, reflective, and grounding space for women and girls to slow down, breathe, and explore emotions, identity, and patterns at their own pace. I’m Elle, a Counsellor and CBT Therapist. Alongside private practice, I work within CAMHS (NHS), supporting young people with a wide range of emotional and mental health needs. My approach is trauma-informed, relational and integrative, adapting therapy to suit your needs, nervous system and way of communicating.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally exhausted or unsure of who you are or where you’re heading, you’re not alone. I offer a calm, reflective, and grounding space for women and girls to slow down, breathe, and explore emotions, identity, and patterns at their own pace. I’m Elle, a Counsellor and CBT Therapist. Alongside private practice, I work within CAMHS (NHS), supporting young people with a wide range of emotional and mental health needs. My approach is trauma-informed, relational and integrative, adapting therapy to suit your needs, nervous system and way of communicating.
01227 532715 View 01227 532715
Neeru Rishi
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I am an experienced integrative psychotherapist. I support people through all of life’s challenges,as well as those who wish to maintain a healthy mind or learn to live better, more fulfilling lives. I can help if you are struggling with loss, anxiety, low mood, or experiencing difficulties in your relationships or in the way you attach to others. We will work together to help alleviate any difficult thoughts or experiences you may going through. If you want to delve a little deeper, I’ll be along side you, gently challenging and helping you check-in along the way. We will go at your pace.
I am an experienced integrative psychotherapist. I support people through all of life’s challenges,as well as those who wish to maintain a healthy mind or learn to live better, more fulfilling lives. I can help if you are struggling with loss, anxiety, low mood, or experiencing difficulties in your relationships or in the way you attach to others. We will work together to help alleviate any difficult thoughts or experiences you may going through. If you want to delve a little deeper, I’ll be along side you, gently challenging and helping you check-in along the way. We will go at your pace.
020 3835 6117 View 020 3835 6117
Dr Stewart Blake
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
I am a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society and have a doctorate in Psychotherapeutic and Counselling Psychology from the University of Surrey. Prior to this qualification I was awarded a Bachelor of Science (First Class Honours) degree in Psychology with Clinical Psychology from the University of Kent. I have a wide range of experience working within a number of Community Mental Health Teams and Psychological Services Departments for the Kent and Medway NHS Foundation Trust. These roles involved working with a broad spectrum of psychological distress ranging from mild to severe and enduring.
I am a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society and have a doctorate in Psychotherapeutic and Counselling Psychology from the University of Surrey. Prior to this qualification I was awarded a Bachelor of Science (First Class Honours) degree in Psychology with Clinical Psychology from the University of Kent. I have a wide range of experience working within a number of Community Mental Health Teams and Psychological Services Departments for the Kent and Medway NHS Foundation Trust. These roles involved working with a broad spectrum of psychological distress ranging from mild to severe and enduring.
01424 236851 View 01424 236851
Krysia Zalewska
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Hello, I am a qualified and fully registered psychodynamic psychotherapist in private practice, with experience working in the NHS and the charitable sector, I have worked and continue to work with diverse group of clients. I provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore what might be troubling you or preventing you in experiencing your life fully. People seek therapy many reasons including anxiety, bereavement, depression, low self-esteem, self-development, stress, relationship or work issues and trauma.
Hello, I am a qualified and fully registered psychodynamic psychotherapist in private practice, with experience working in the NHS and the charitable sector, I have worked and continue to work with diverse group of clients. I provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore what might be troubling you or preventing you in experiencing your life fully. People seek therapy many reasons including anxiety, bereavement, depression, low self-esteem, self-development, stress, relationship or work issues and trauma.
020 3856 8832 View 020 3856 8832
Lisa Melanie Parry
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Every journey begins with a single step, and reaching out for support is one of the bravest you can take. My aim is to create a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you feel truly seen, heard, and understood. Together, we'll build a genuine therapeutic relationship, exploring what's holding you back, strengthening your connection with yourself, and helping you move forward with greater choice, confidence, and hope, creating a life that feels more meaningful and true to who you are.
Every journey begins with a single step, and reaching out for support is one of the bravest you can take. My aim is to create a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you feel truly seen, heard, and understood. Together, we'll build a genuine therapeutic relationship, exploring what's holding you back, strengthening your connection with yourself, and helping you move forward with greater choice, confidence, and hope, creating a life that feels more meaningful and true to who you are.
01843 263243 View 01843 263243
Claire Boakes
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am committed to helping you work through what is troubling you in a safe and non-judgmental environment. I offer this with empathy, respect and confidentiality, empowering you to explore your thoughts and feelings, at your own pace and to feel heard and supported in order for you to have greater perspective and reach your full potential. I am trained to work with adults and young people and I also work with psychosexual issues after gaining a Level 5 COSRT Accreditation in Psychosexual Therapy. I have 16 years experience working with young people and adults in NHS and a community service and with a wide range of issues.
I am committed to helping you work through what is troubling you in a safe and non-judgmental environment. I offer this with empathy, respect and confidentiality, empowering you to explore your thoughts and feelings, at your own pace and to feel heard and supported in order for you to have greater perspective and reach your full potential. I am trained to work with adults and young people and I also work with psychosexual issues after gaining a Level 5 COSRT Accreditation in Psychosexual Therapy. I have 16 years experience working with young people and adults in NHS and a community service and with a wide range of issues.
01303 767153 View 01303 767153
The Quiet Space
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello, I’m Gemma. Welcome to The Quiet Space. I work with adults, teens and young people in my Counselling setting near Deal. I am a fully qualified Integrative counsellor registered with the BACP. I am trained to work with a broad range of mental health issues: Anxiety disorders, dark intrusive thoughts, Depression, Stress related issues, Family issues, domestic abuse, Relationships, Abuse, Low self-worth, Loss of confidence, Identity Issues,Gender dysmorphia, LGBTQ. I also have experience of working with teens and young people with various Neurodivergence. (diagnosed and undiagnosed).
Hello, I’m Gemma. Welcome to The Quiet Space. I work with adults, teens and young people in my Counselling setting near Deal. I am a fully qualified Integrative counsellor registered with the BACP. I am trained to work with a broad range of mental health issues: Anxiety disorders, dark intrusive thoughts, Depression, Stress related issues, Family issues, domestic abuse, Relationships, Abuse, Low self-worth, Loss of confidence, Identity Issues,Gender dysmorphia, LGBTQ. I also have experience of working with teens and young people with various Neurodivergence. (diagnosed and undiagnosed).
01304 796867 View 01304 796867
Iris O'Connell
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello, I’m Iris. I’m an integrative counsellor and therapist working with adults who feel overwhelmed, emotionally stretched, burnt out, or worn down from holding things together. Many people I work with appear to cope on the outside while feeling anxious, unsettled, or stuck beneath the surface. Therapy can offer a place to slow down, feel supported, and begin to make sense of what you’re carrying.
Hello, I’m Iris. I’m an integrative counsellor and therapist working with adults who feel overwhelmed, emotionally stretched, burnt out, or worn down from holding things together. Many people I work with appear to cope on the outside while feeling anxious, unsettled, or stuck beneath the surface. Therapy can offer a place to slow down, feel supported, and begin to make sense of what you’re carrying.
01227 532879 View 01227 532879
Hannah Wild
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Hannah. I’m a counsellor based in Thanet, and I work with people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, family issues, feeling disconnected, or a bit lost in themselves or their relationships. If you’re struggling to find your voice, feeling stuck, or carrying more than you let on, you’re in the right place. I’m a warm, down-to-earth therapist, and I believe the relationship we build together is the most important part of the work. My style is gentle, calm, and honest. I’ll really listen, help you make sense of what’s going on underneath the surface, and support you to feel more confident in yourself and your needs.
Hi, I’m Hannah. I’m a counsellor based in Thanet, and I work with people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, family issues, feeling disconnected, or a bit lost in themselves or their relationships. If you’re struggling to find your voice, feeling stuck, or carrying more than you let on, you’re in the right place. I’m a warm, down-to-earth therapist, and I believe the relationship we build together is the most important part of the work. My style is gentle, calm, and honest. I’ll really listen, help you make sense of what’s going on underneath the surface, and support you to feel more confident in yourself and your needs.
01843 262663 View 01843 262663
Beth Lindsay West
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I am a qualified CBT therapist. My approach is both adaptive and solution orientated and works best for people who want to change how they are feeling, thinking and behaving. I can help you manage distressing emotions by changing your unhealthy thought patterns and replacing any unhelpful, destructive and self-sabotaging behaviours you may have developed with healthy, helpful practices. My approach is to help you develop a deeper understanding of who you are and why you do the things you do. I will help you develop a sense of self-respect and recognise you are stronger than you think.
I am a qualified CBT therapist. My approach is both adaptive and solution orientated and works best for people who want to change how they are feeling, thinking and behaving. I can help you manage distressing emotions by changing your unhealthy thought patterns and replacing any unhelpful, destructive and self-sabotaging behaviours you may have developed with healthy, helpful practices. My approach is to help you develop a deeper understanding of who you are and why you do the things you do. I will help you develop a sense of self-respect and recognise you are stronger than you think.
01580 234650 View 01580 234650
Nathan Roberts
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
My counselling service is consciously focused toward men, providing a space to feel safe and supported to work through issues. It's often a misconception that 'men don't talk about feelings'. Some of the reasons to come to counselling include; Anxiety, Depression, Sex or Relationship Issues, Work Issues, Bullying, both emotional or physical , dealing with loss and bereavement. I am a fully qualified Person Centred Therapist and registered accredited member of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)
My counselling service is consciously focused toward men, providing a space to feel safe and supported to work through issues. It's often a misconception that 'men don't talk about feelings'. Some of the reasons to come to counselling include; Anxiety, Depression, Sex or Relationship Issues, Work Issues, Bullying, both emotional or physical , dealing with loss and bereavement. I am a fully qualified Person Centred Therapist and registered accredited member of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)
01303 570137 View 01303 570137
Linda Christiane Bishopp
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
I believe that deep healing becomes possible when we approach the psyche with compassion, curiosity, and a sincere willingness to listen to both body and soul. As a holistic Jungian psychotherapist, intuitive coach, healer, and supervisor, I work alongside individuals seeking to understand themselves more fully—often those navigating the aftermath of trauma, loss, dissociation, or long-held emotional struggles. My practice weaves together depth psychotherapy, spiritual insight, and somatic awareness, holding a safe and open space where every part of you—mind, body, emotions, and spirit—is welcomed and honoured.
I believe that deep healing becomes possible when we approach the psyche with compassion, curiosity, and a sincere willingness to listen to both body and soul. As a holistic Jungian psychotherapist, intuitive coach, healer, and supervisor, I work alongside individuals seeking to understand themselves more fully—often those navigating the aftermath of trauma, loss, dissociation, or long-held emotional struggles. My practice weaves together depth psychotherapy, spiritual insight, and somatic awareness, holding a safe and open space where every part of you—mind, body, emotions, and spirit—is welcomed and honoured.
01233 542128 View 01233 542128
Michaela Ann Gaffney
Psychotherapist, BACP
Serves Area
Great, you have already taken the first steps for you. I am not the expert on you, you are. I am here to support and explore with you what you maybe finding difficult or just not feeling Ok. This may be in your relationships, in your physical body or you are finding both these things are overwhelming sometimes. Together we can wonder, ponder and educate ourselves and understand, why? Then we can make a strategy and build on your already available resilience (you are here remember), and improve this together. This maybe just a few sessions, sometimes just one or a little longer if you need this.
Great, you have already taken the first steps for you. I am not the expert on you, you are. I am here to support and explore with you what you maybe finding difficult or just not feeling Ok. This may be in your relationships, in your physical body or you are finding both these things are overwhelming sometimes. Together we can wonder, ponder and educate ourselves and understand, why? Then we can make a strategy and build on your already available resilience (you are here remember), and improve this together. This maybe just a few sessions, sometimes just one or a little longer if you need this.
07480 778404 View 07480 778404
Claire Hershman
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Serves Area
As an experienced counsellor, I provide help to individuals and couples who feel held back from leading healthy, fulfilling lives, and may feel unable to enjoy their relationship, either personally, or in their work. I see therapy as collaborative. Together, drawing on my years of experience and training, we can work to to help you make changes that enhance, or rebuild your life.whether its is relationship difficulties, or challenges you are experiencing in your work and creativity ..
As an experienced counsellor, I provide help to individuals and couples who feel held back from leading healthy, fulfilling lives, and may feel unable to enjoy their relationship, either personally, or in their work. I see therapy as collaborative. Together, drawing on my years of experience and training, we can work to to help you make changes that enhance, or rebuild your life.whether its is relationship difficulties, or challenges you are experiencing in your work and creativity ..
01303 760780 View 01303 760780
Ashford Relationship Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
If you are an individual or part of a couple that have issues around your relationship, or sexual relationship then please do get in contact. Perhaps your relationship is currently in crisis and nothing has changed, or perhaps you want to seek some help now before it gets any worse. It isn't always easy to sort these matters out by yourself and Couples Therapy can help you get your relationship back on track. I also specialise in sexual issues and compulsive sexual behaviour, which can also negatively affect your relationship, and I can help you to identify what these issues are and work towards helping you change this.
If you are an individual or part of a couple that have issues around your relationship, or sexual relationship then please do get in contact. Perhaps your relationship is currently in crisis and nothing has changed, or perhaps you want to seek some help now before it gets any worse. It isn't always easy to sort these matters out by yourself and Couples Therapy can help you get your relationship back on track. I also specialise in sexual issues and compulsive sexual behaviour, which can also negatively affect your relationship, and I can help you to identify what these issues are and work towards helping you change this.
01233 800837 View 01233 800837
Lisa Coleman
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Many people come to counselling feeling overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or affected by trauma, difficult life experiences, or challenges in current relationships. As a qualified and registered BACP counsellor, I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. Together, we can make sense of patterns that may be keeping you stuck, helping you feel more understood, grounded, and able to move forward with greater confidence and self-awareness.
Many people come to counselling feeling overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or affected by trauma, difficult life experiences, or challenges in current relationships. As a qualified and registered BACP counsellor, I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. Together, we can make sense of patterns that may be keeping you stuck, helping you feel more understood, grounded, and able to move forward with greater confidence and self-awareness.
01303 769256 View 01303 769256
Amanda Jefferies
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
With over 12 years’ experience supporting children and young people in schools and time within NHS counselling services—and more than 5 years working with adults—I bring a broad range of knowledge and understanding to my practice. My approach is flexible and tailored to your unique needs, whether you’re seeking short-term, solution-focused sessions or longer-term therapeutic support. I draw on a variety of counselling modalities, always guided by what feels most helpful for you. I’m committed to responding to all enquiries promptly—if you don’t see a reply within 5 working days, please do check your junk or spam folder.
With over 12 years’ experience supporting children and young people in schools and time within NHS counselling services—and more than 5 years working with adults—I bring a broad range of knowledge and understanding to my practice. My approach is flexible and tailored to your unique needs, whether you’re seeking short-term, solution-focused sessions or longer-term therapeutic support. I draw on a variety of counselling modalities, always guided by what feels most helpful for you. I’m committed to responding to all enquiries promptly—if you don’t see a reply within 5 working days, please do check your junk or spam folder.
01303 761502 View 01303 761502
Viv Botting
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am a highly qualified and experienced professional specialising in working with adults and young people. I offer support with a wide range of issues around bereavement, depression, anxiety, trauma and relationships. If you are an adult/young person (14 years+) looking for someone kind who will listen to you without judgement and make you feel valued and supported, I can help you to identify your needs in a safe and confidential space and support your personal growth.
I am a highly qualified and experienced professional specialising in working with adults and young people. I offer support with a wide range of issues around bereavement, depression, anxiety, trauma and relationships. If you are an adult/young person (14 years+) looking for someone kind who will listen to you without judgement and make you feel valued and supported, I can help you to identify your needs in a safe and confidential space and support your personal growth.
01304 796925 View 01304 796925
Eden Therapy Counselling Services
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Life is overwhelming sometimes. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem, or past trauma? Do you want to feel free from your past and more confident to handle what life throws your way? Do you want to talk to someone who will listen without judgement and respond with genuine empathy?
Life is overwhelming sometimes. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem, or past trauma? Do you want to feel free from your past and more confident to handle what life throws your way? Do you want to talk to someone who will listen without judgement and respond with genuine empathy?
01843 263414 View 01843 263414

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