Counselling in Canterbury
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.
I'm David, a Counsellor in Whitstable.
Do you need to talk through big, complex and painful feelings? Maybe you just need somewhere to be authentic, to let everything out – a break from trying to be OK.
If you need support with bereavement, loss or the impact of a traumatic event then I provide compassionate and professional counselling to help find a way forward.
Mental and emotional distress are incredibly common within the demands of modern life and are not signs that there is something inherently wrong with us - only that we are presently struggling to cope. Counselling is your chance to explore what is troubling you.
I'm David, a Counsellor in Whitstable.
Do you need to talk through big, complex and painful feelings? Maybe you just need somewhere to be authentic, to let everything out – a break from trying to be OK.
If you need support with bereavement, loss or the impact of a traumatic event then I provide compassionate and professional counselling to help find a way forward.
Mental and emotional distress are incredibly common within the demands of modern life and are not signs that there is something inherently wrong with us - only that we are presently struggling to cope. Counselling is your chance to explore what is troubling you.
You're here looking for help - for someone to talk to who will really listen to you, because you are feeling distressed, and other sources of help don't exist or aren't working. My counselling offers a place of warm and accepting welcome, a space to say all you need to, and help to move beyond the distress you feel now toward wholeness.
Your distress may be from a relationship - any relationship: in your family, with friends, in your work, or more generally with our society, or even the world. We each live in unique lives, and seek our own best way forward. We will work together to move beyond your distress.
You're here looking for help - for someone to talk to who will really listen to you, because you are feeling distressed, and other sources of help don't exist or aren't working. My counselling offers a place of warm and accepting welcome, a space to say all you need to, and help to move beyond the distress you feel now toward wholeness.
Your distress may be from a relationship - any relationship: in your family, with friends, in your work, or more generally with our society, or even the world. We each live in unique lives, and seek our own best way forward. We will work together to move beyond your distress.
The start of a new year doesn’t always feel like a fresh beginning.
For many, it can bring low mood, uncertainty, or fear about what lies ahead,especially if past experiences have been painful, overwhelming, or disappointing. Rather than feeling hopeful, you may find yourself bracing for what might go wrong, carrying exhaustion from simply having had to cope for so long. If this resonates, you’re not alone, and there is nothing “wrong” with you for feeling this way.
Starting therapy can feel like a daunting step, but with the right support you can heal and reconnect with yourself again.
The start of a new year doesn’t always feel like a fresh beginning.
For many, it can bring low mood, uncertainty, or fear about what lies ahead,especially if past experiences have been painful, overwhelming, or disappointing. Rather than feeling hopeful, you may find yourself bracing for what might go wrong, carrying exhaustion from simply having had to cope for so long. If this resonates, you’re not alone, and there is nothing “wrong” with you for feeling this way.
Starting therapy can feel like a daunting step, but with the right support you can heal and reconnect with yourself again.
Through therapy you can find out things about yourself that will help you understand what is going on for you and help to develop your own understanding and gradually learn more about your innermost parts and lead the way to greater acceptance of yourself. This is awareness and will help you feel more empowered to choose to do things differently. I believe this work is about being true to yourself rather than being who you think you 'should' be and to reclaim those parts of you that have been denied. It is both challenging and rewarding work leading to emotional healing and growth.
Through therapy you can find out things about yourself that will help you understand what is going on for you and help to develop your own understanding and gradually learn more about your innermost parts and lead the way to greater acceptance of yourself. This is awareness and will help you feel more empowered to choose to do things differently. I believe this work is about being true to yourself rather than being who you think you 'should' be and to reclaim those parts of you that have been denied. It is both challenging and rewarding work leading to emotional healing and growth.
Living with depression or anxiety difficulties, or with PTSD, can have a severe impact on all aspects of life. It can interfere with, or even stop, you working, studying, travelling, socialising with family and friends, taking your kids to school or going to the shops. Would you like to reduce your anxiety symptoms, improve your mood, reclaim your life and work towards your personal mental health goals? Are you committed to learning and putting into practice new skills and techniques that will enable you to reach these goals?
Living with depression or anxiety difficulties, or with PTSD, can have a severe impact on all aspects of life. It can interfere with, or even stop, you working, studying, travelling, socialising with family and friends, taking your kids to school or going to the shops. Would you like to reduce your anxiety symptoms, improve your mood, reclaim your life and work towards your personal mental health goals? Are you committed to learning and putting into practice new skills and techniques that will enable you to reach these goals?
Whether you are considering a course of therapy to address specific mental health challenges, or you've experienced sudden change or loss in your life and finding it hard to cope alone, I can offer you help as you take your next step. Whatever questions need to be explored and whatever current stressors are present, I can provide you with the tools to cope more easily. My approach to my clients is one of respect and compassion. Regarding therapeutic relationship, my orientation is humanistic; I believe the relationship in itself is an essential component as it creates fertile ground from which self-discovery and transformation can take place.
Whether you are considering a course of therapy to address specific mental health challenges, or you've experienced sudden change or loss in your life and finding it hard to cope alone, I can offer you help as you take your next step. Whatever questions need to be explored and whatever current stressors are present, I can provide you with the tools to cope more easily. My approach to my clients is one of respect and compassion. Regarding therapeutic relationship, my orientation is humanistic; I believe the relationship in itself is an essential component as it creates fertile ground from which self-discovery and transformation can take place.
I have over 20 years of experience within mental health settings in the NHS and private settings. I believe therapy is about building a non-judgemental and trusting relationship, where we can work together to make sense of your mental health symptoms and find ways to develop more awareness and ways to cope. Finding the right psychological approach is key to the smooth running of this process. Therefore, I utilise a range of psychological approaches that I adapt to suit your needs. My aim within therapy will be to be curious, empathetic and honest and draw on individual strengths.
I have over 20 years of experience within mental health settings in the NHS and private settings. I believe therapy is about building a non-judgemental and trusting relationship, where we can work together to make sense of your mental health symptoms and find ways to develop more awareness and ways to cope. Finding the right psychological approach is key to the smooth running of this process. Therefore, I utilise a range of psychological approaches that I adapt to suit your needs. My aim within therapy will be to be curious, empathetic and honest and draw on individual strengths.
I am a qualified and specialist couple, relationship and psychosexual psychotherapist. I have over 18 years of experience working with clients. This is all done within a confidential and non-judgmental space. As Associate Director of the London Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy and Course Director of the Naos Institute's Advanced Diploma in Relationship Psychotherapy, I help train the next generation of specialist therapists. I am a Senior Accredited Member and Trustee at the College of Sex and Relationship Therapists.
I am a qualified and specialist couple, relationship and psychosexual psychotherapist. I have over 18 years of experience working with clients. This is all done within a confidential and non-judgmental space. As Associate Director of the London Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy and Course Director of the Naos Institute's Advanced Diploma in Relationship Psychotherapy, I help train the next generation of specialist therapists. I am a Senior Accredited Member and Trustee at the College of Sex and Relationship Therapists.
I am Ann McCarthy and I am a UKCP registered Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist. I am also a member of CPJA (Council for Psychoanalytic and Jungian Analysts). I provide Psychoanalytic and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment, on an open-ended basis or for an agreed time period. Our work together will focus on identifying, better understanding and working through the issues that are impacting negatively on your life so you are able to develop positive changes within yourself and in your ways of relating with others.
I am Ann McCarthy and I am a UKCP registered Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist. I am also a member of CPJA (Council for Psychoanalytic and Jungian Analysts). I provide Psychoanalytic and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment, on an open-ended basis or for an agreed time period. Our work together will focus on identifying, better understanding and working through the issues that are impacting negatively on your life so you are able to develop positive changes within yourself and in your ways of relating with others.
If you feel like you haven’t been heard elsewhere, I am happy to provide an environment for to use your voice.
If you feel like you haven’t been heard elsewhere, I am happy to provide an environment for to use your voice.
I'm a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist with a background in research psychology. I have over 20 years working with young adults, entrepreneurs, athletes and individuals in private practice. I offer psychological therapy that responds to each person's unique needs and goals. We will meet online, remain structured but flexible in a way that suits a modern lifestyle. I work with trauma but also work with all kinds of psychological and relational issues. I'm trained in a range of evidence-based therapies, so you can expect tangible results.
I'm a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist with a background in research psychology. I have over 20 years working with young adults, entrepreneurs, athletes and individuals in private practice. I offer psychological therapy that responds to each person's unique needs and goals. We will meet online, remain structured but flexible in a way that suits a modern lifestyle. I work with trauma but also work with all kinds of psychological and relational issues. I'm trained in a range of evidence-based therapies, so you can expect tangible results.
Life can feel overwhelming — you may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, stress, grief or relationship difficulties. Perhaps you’re feeling stuck or weighed down by thoughts you don’t feel able to share. You may not know exactly what you need — only that something isn’t right. I work with people who want space to reflect, find meaning, and move forward with more clarity and ease — even if they’re unsure where to begin. You’re not expected to have it all figured out.
Life can feel overwhelming — you may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, stress, grief or relationship difficulties. Perhaps you’re feeling stuck or weighed down by thoughts you don’t feel able to share. You may not know exactly what you need — only that something isn’t right. I work with people who want space to reflect, find meaning, and move forward with more clarity and ease — even if they’re unsure where to begin. You’re not expected to have it all figured out.
Welcome, I’m Maria Malster, a qualified and registered Integrative Therapist.
With over 6 years of experience, I specialise in working with adults and adolescents, particularly survivors of sexual assault. Accredited by the BACP, I offer a compassionate, non-judgemental space to explore difficult emotions, trauma, and life challenges. Therapy can help you manage anxiety, sadness, and disconnection, and develop a deeper understanding of yourself. If you're ready to start your journey toward healing and growth, I am here to support you.
Welcome, I’m Maria Malster, a qualified and registered Integrative Therapist.
With over 6 years of experience, I specialise in working with adults and adolescents, particularly survivors of sexual assault. Accredited by the BACP, I offer a compassionate, non-judgemental space to explore difficult emotions, trauma, and life challenges. Therapy can help you manage anxiety, sadness, and disconnection, and develop a deeper understanding of yourself. If you're ready to start your journey toward healing and growth, I am here to support you.
Counselling for Anxiety, Stress, and Self-Esteem
Are you feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety, stress, or self-doubt that leave you exhausted or disconnected? You may be coping well on the outside while feeling unsettled inside. Counselling can offer a safe, supportive space to pause, reconnect, and begin to feel more balanced.
I take an integrative approach, combining CBT, Person-Centred, and Psychodynamic therapies with mindfulness. This supports careful exploration of current difficulties and underlying patterns, promoting greater awareness of thoughts, emotions, and somatic awareness.
Counselling for Anxiety, Stress, and Self-Esteem
Are you feeling stuck in patterns of anxiety, stress, or self-doubt that leave you exhausted or disconnected? You may be coping well on the outside while feeling unsettled inside. Counselling can offer a safe, supportive space to pause, reconnect, and begin to feel more balanced.
I take an integrative approach, combining CBT, Person-Centred, and Psychodynamic therapies with mindfulness. This supports careful exploration of current difficulties and underlying patterns, promoting greater awareness of thoughts, emotions, and somatic awareness.
I am a queer trans nonbinary sex & relationship therapist who provides therapy for couples, multiple partnered relationships (ie non monogamy, colleagues, friends, families & groups) & individuals online only. As a Clinical Sexologist & Relationship Therapist I can help you with three sectors: Sex: desire & arousal, sexuality, sexual health, sexual function & pain, low-esteem. Relationships: intimacy, conflict management, infidelity, life changes, family issues. Gender & sexual identity: LGBTQIA+, Kink, gender dysphoria, sex work, diverse relationship styles. When I reply to your email, please check your junk/spam too!
I am a queer trans nonbinary sex & relationship therapist who provides therapy for couples, multiple partnered relationships (ie non monogamy, colleagues, friends, families & groups) & individuals online only. As a Clinical Sexologist & Relationship Therapist I can help you with three sectors: Sex: desire & arousal, sexuality, sexual health, sexual function & pain, low-esteem. Relationships: intimacy, conflict management, infidelity, life changes, family issues. Gender & sexual identity: LGBTQIA+, Kink, gender dysphoria, sex work, diverse relationship styles. When I reply to your email, please check your junk/spam too!
Hi I'm Vickie, a passionate and committed CBT therapist with over 10 years experience working in the mental health field offering therapeutic support.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed? Like you don't have the energy or motivation to get things done? You're not enjoying things like you used to and getting through the day feels like a struggle? Are you anxious in social situations, or have a specific fear or phobia(s)? Perhaps you just cant stop worrying about things, thinking anxiously about your health, or having upsetting thoughts? Have you been through something which really impacted you and can't stop thinking about it?
Hi I'm Vickie, a passionate and committed CBT therapist with over 10 years experience working in the mental health field offering therapeutic support.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed? Like you don't have the energy or motivation to get things done? You're not enjoying things like you used to and getting through the day feels like a struggle? Are you anxious in social situations, or have a specific fear or phobia(s)? Perhaps you just cant stop worrying about things, thinking anxiously about your health, or having upsetting thoughts? Have you been through something which really impacted you and can't stop thinking about it?
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).
Psychotherapist specialising in work with children, young people and families. I offer support for a wide range of psychological, behavioural and emotional difficulties, including trauma, with a focus on tailoring to individual or family needs. My approach encompasses sessions on a one-to-one basis, as well as with families or groups. I can provide short and long-term interventions. I care deeply about fostering emotional health and wellbeing, dedicated to achieving lasting change.
Psychotherapist specialising in work with children, young people and families. I offer support for a wide range of psychological, behavioural and emotional difficulties, including trauma, with a focus on tailoring to individual or family needs. My approach encompasses sessions on a one-to-one basis, as well as with families or groups. I can provide short and long-term interventions. I care deeply about fostering emotional health and wellbeing, dedicated to achieving lasting change.
Hello, I'm Jack. I'm a therapeutic counsellor based on the Kent Coast.
If you’re reading this, you might be facing one of the many challenges life can throw at us—anxiety, overwhelming thoughts or emotions, grief or relationship struggles at home or at work. Many people come to therapy because something needs to shift, internally, externally, or both. They want life to feel different: more manageable, more connected, and more meaningful.
Therapy is a creative journey that we go on together. We explore how you arrived at this point, what feels difficult, and what might help things change for the better.
Hello, I'm Jack. I'm a therapeutic counsellor based on the Kent Coast.
If you’re reading this, you might be facing one of the many challenges life can throw at us—anxiety, overwhelming thoughts or emotions, grief or relationship struggles at home or at work. Many people come to therapy because something needs to shift, internally, externally, or both. They want life to feel different: more manageable, more connected, and more meaningful.
Therapy is a creative journey that we go on together. We explore how you arrived at this point, what feels difficult, and what might help things change for the better.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Canterbury
100+
Average cost per session
£60
Counsellors in Canterbury who prioritize treating:
| 90% | Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 82% | Self Esteem |
| 77% | Relationship Issues |
| 73% | Bereavement |
| 71% | Stress |
| 69% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 68% | Bupa |
| 56% | Aviva |
| 49% | AXA PPP |
How Counsellors in Canterbury see their clients
| 87% | In Person and Online | |
| 13% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 72% | Female | |
| 27% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |