Female Counsellors in Chelmsford

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Debbie L Wilson
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
As an NCPS-accredited therapist, I work with both adults and young people, supporting clients compassionately in a non-judgmental space, customising therapy to meet each client's needs, whilst guiding them toward their goals at their own pace. I specialise in anger, stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationships, and the impact of childhood trauma.  I offer an insight into CBT and share with clients the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviour, leading clients towards growth and improved emotional wellbeing.
As an NCPS-accredited therapist, I work with both adults and young people, supporting clients compassionately in a non-judgmental space, customising therapy to meet each client's needs, whilst guiding them toward their goals at their own pace. I specialise in anger, stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationships, and the impact of childhood trauma.  I offer an insight into CBT and share with clients the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviour, leading clients towards growth and improved emotional wellbeing.
01277 674150 View 01277 674150
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Therapy Kensington Ltd
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I offer confidential therapy sessions in a safe, non judgemental environment. I believe everyone has the right to fulfil their potential so if something or someone is stopping that together we can work through the issue or reasons why you feel stuck. It can be easy to blame others but sometimes we need to look at ourselves to really see what is going on. The only person guaranteed to always be with you is YOU! so why not be the best possible version of yourself.
I offer confidential therapy sessions in a safe, non judgemental environment. I believe everyone has the right to fulfil their potential so if something or someone is stopping that together we can work through the issue or reasons why you feel stuck. It can be easy to blame others but sometimes we need to look at ourselves to really see what is going on. The only person guaranteed to always be with you is YOU! so why not be the best possible version of yourself.
020 4572 4045 View 020 4572 4045
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Dr Alexandra Priestner
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As a Clinical Psychologist with specialist experience on a Mother & Baby Unit, I’m passionate about helping new mums navigate the emotional challenges of conception, pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. I offer compassionate, evidence-based support to help you make sense of your experiences, reduce distress, and reconnect with your sense of self. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and tailored to your needs—supporting you to build resilience and feel more like yourself again.
As a Clinical Psychologist with specialist experience on a Mother & Baby Unit, I’m passionate about helping new mums navigate the emotional challenges of conception, pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. I offer compassionate, evidence-based support to help you make sense of your experiences, reduce distress, and reconnect with your sense of self. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and tailored to your needs—supporting you to build resilience and feel more like yourself again.
01277 674978 View 01277 674978
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Claire Gotts
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Hi, I am a BACP registered and NCS Accredited integrative counsellor. I work with adults, families, couples, children and young people. I provide an empathic, genuine, non-judgemental, safe space for you to have the freedom to talk and explore your thoughts and feelings where you are really heard. I strongly believe in forming a therapeutic relationship that will enable you to feel more empowered as well as building hope.
Hi, I am a BACP registered and NCS Accredited integrative counsellor. I work with adults, families, couples, children and young people. I provide an empathic, genuine, non-judgemental, safe space for you to have the freedom to talk and explore your thoughts and feelings where you are really heard. I strongly believe in forming a therapeutic relationship that will enable you to feel more empowered as well as building hope.
01376 315865 View 01376 315865
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Tracy Elsdon
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I am a highly experienced Person Centred registered counsellor Accredited with the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists, working with children, young people and young adults. My aim is to provide a professional service to the practice which is based between Maldon and Tiptree. I work in a non-judgemental and confidential way which provides a safe, secure and inviting environment. It is important to me to be authentic and offer genuine attention as I believe that it is only in a genuine relationship where you can express thoughts and feelings which can initiate change.
I am a highly experienced Person Centred registered counsellor Accredited with the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists, working with children, young people and young adults. My aim is to provide a professional service to the practice which is based between Maldon and Tiptree. I work in a non-judgemental and confidential way which provides a safe, secure and inviting environment. It is important to me to be authentic and offer genuine attention as I believe that it is only in a genuine relationship where you can express thoughts and feelings which can initiate change.
01621 738980 View 01621 738980
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Dr Juan Du
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello and welcome. My name is Juan Du, and I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, an Associated Fellow at the British Psychological Society, I am also UKCP-accredited Psychotherapist, and a Mindfulness Teacher. My approach is rooted in both Eastern wisdom and philosophy and Western psychology. I like to bring an innovative and integrative, and culturally sensitive approach that supports clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, and all different life stresses. I am looking forward to meeting you and supporting you toward healing, balance, and inner growth. Warm wishes, Dr Juan Du DCPsych, CPsychol, AFBPsS
Hello and welcome. My name is Juan Du, and I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, an Associated Fellow at the British Psychological Society, I am also UKCP-accredited Psychotherapist, and a Mindfulness Teacher. My approach is rooted in both Eastern wisdom and philosophy and Western psychology. I like to bring an innovative and integrative, and culturally sensitive approach that supports clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, and all different life stresses. I am looking forward to meeting you and supporting you toward healing, balance, and inner growth. Warm wishes, Dr Juan Du DCPsych, CPsychol, AFBPsS
020 4572 2316 View 020 4572 2316
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Dr Elrika Erasmus
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Life is so beautiful, and life is so hard. Maybe, for you, it feels especially hard right now. On the outside, you might appear fine, but inside, you’re overwhelmed. Anxiety, overthinking, or self-doubt could be holding you back, making it hard to focus or set goals. Sleep may feel impossible, leaving you exhausted and unmotivated. You want clarity, calm, and to reconnect with what matters most. You’re ready for change, even if you’re unsure where to start.
Life is so beautiful, and life is so hard. Maybe, for you, it feels especially hard right now. On the outside, you might appear fine, but inside, you’re overwhelmed. Anxiety, overthinking, or self-doubt could be holding you back, making it hard to focus or set goals. Sleep may feel impossible, leaving you exhausted and unmotivated. You want clarity, calm, and to reconnect with what matters most. You’re ready for change, even if you’re unsure where to start.
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Kim Stead
Counsellor, MUKCP
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I understand that seeking counselling can be daunting, but I have experienced it to be very rewarding for many people. As an Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor I can offer a confidential, safe and stimulating space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings and personal story. Being client-centred, I tailor therapy to your needs as an individual and work with what you decide to bring to each session. 'Integrative' means that I draw upon different models according to you the client.
I understand that seeking counselling can be daunting, but I have experienced it to be very rewarding for many people. As an Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor I can offer a confidential, safe and stimulating space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings and personal story. Being client-centred, I tailor therapy to your needs as an individual and work with what you decide to bring to each session. 'Integrative' means that I draw upon different models according to you the client.
07480 559803 View 07480 559803
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Jane Bishop
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Your story matters: Welcome. I imagine you are reading this because you or someone you know is experiencing something difficult right now. Finding a therapist can be daunting, with so much choice, but your decision to look for therapy is the first step. I want to help support anyone who’s struggling with life, no matter who you are, where you're from or what you're going through.
Your story matters: Welcome. I imagine you are reading this because you or someone you know is experiencing something difficult right now. Finding a therapist can be daunting, with so much choice, but your decision to look for therapy is the first step. I want to help support anyone who’s struggling with life, no matter who you are, where you're from or what you're going through.
01621 731629 View 01621 731629
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Dr Michalla Gillbanks
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I am a qualified clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience working within NHS and private sectors. I have experience working with adults and young people experiencing a range of mental health difficulties. I take time to get to know you and your presenting issues taking into consideration past experiences, family dynamics and issues that you feel need addressing or are holding you back. We would then develop a person centered care plan to best suit your goals. I am experienced in dealing with a range of mental health conditions along with more exploratory work and have a special interest in neurodiversity and mental health
I am a qualified clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience working within NHS and private sectors. I have experience working with adults and young people experiencing a range of mental health difficulties. I take time to get to know you and your presenting issues taking into consideration past experiences, family dynamics and issues that you feel need addressing or are holding you back. We would then develop a person centered care plan to best suit your goals. I am experienced in dealing with a range of mental health conditions along with more exploratory work and have a special interest in neurodiversity and mental health
01702 908337 View 01702 908337
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Angie Smithson
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I work with those struggling with self-destructive behaviour, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, PTSD, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder and eating disorders. By uniting the person-centred approach alongside dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT) I work alongside you within the therapeutic relationship, practising new life skills seeking to identify, accept and change negative thinking patterns by looking at four key areas: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotional Regulation and Interpersonal Relationships. The aim is to support individuals find new ways to manage painful emotions and decrease conflict in life.
I work with those struggling with self-destructive behaviour, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, PTSD, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder and eating disorders. By uniting the person-centred approach alongside dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT) I work alongside you within the therapeutic relationship, practising new life skills seeking to identify, accept and change negative thinking patterns by looking at four key areas: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotional Regulation and Interpersonal Relationships. The aim is to support individuals find new ways to manage painful emotions and decrease conflict in life.
01206 237459 View 01206 237459
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Lauren Anne Calder
Psychologist, MA, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
Most people choose therapy at a time when they are experiencing a “crises in meaning”, “crises in ego” or "crises in relationship". This is a call to action. Whether the struggle is to do with a relationship, depression, anxiety or adjustment to change, the person has a desire to find resolution or relief. This is a necessary process in the path toward psychological maturity, humility and self-acceptance. Therapy facilitates this process. ​I am a senior psychologist, in practice since 2005. I am trained as a Child & Family Mediator and completed a specialisation in Transpersonal Psychology which informs my approach to therapy.
Most people choose therapy at a time when they are experiencing a “crises in meaning”, “crises in ego” or "crises in relationship". This is a call to action. Whether the struggle is to do with a relationship, depression, anxiety or adjustment to change, the person has a desire to find resolution or relief. This is a necessary process in the path toward psychological maturity, humility and self-acceptance. Therapy facilitates this process. ​I am a senior psychologist, in practice since 2005. I am trained as a Child & Family Mediator and completed a specialisation in Transpersonal Psychology which informs my approach to therapy.
01223 657511 View 01223 657511
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Sandra Ross-Cameron
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Serves Area
The 3 C’s in life, Choice,Chance, Change. You can chose to make the choice, to take the chance, if you want anything in life to change.I am here to help, support and aid you with any difficulties you maybe having. Be that with any anxiety, depression. Phobias, OCD, relationships, complex issues. My aim is to get you unstuck and to help you move forward in your chosen life direction.
The 3 C’s in life, Choice,Chance, Change. You can chose to make the choice, to take the chance, if you want anything in life to change.I am here to help, support and aid you with any difficulties you maybe having. Be that with any anxiety, depression. Phobias, OCD, relationships, complex issues. My aim is to get you unstuck and to help you move forward in your chosen life direction.
01279 969925 View 01279 969925
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Nicola Hart
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I specialise in Grief and Bereavement Therapy. This includes Living Bereavement (where a loved one is diagnosed with a life limiting illness), and individuals who have gone through, or about to undergo, a significant life change. I also work with individuals who have experienced abuse, including Emotional Abuse. Emotional abuse may go undetected by the person experiencing it, at that time, but it can lead to low self worth, stress and anxiety disorders, depression, weak immune system and other health issues, poor self awareness, and attracting other abusive relationships.
I specialise in Grief and Bereavement Therapy. This includes Living Bereavement (where a loved one is diagnosed with a life limiting illness), and individuals who have gone through, or about to undergo, a significant life change. I also work with individuals who have experienced abuse, including Emotional Abuse. Emotional abuse may go undetected by the person experiencing it, at that time, but it can lead to low self worth, stress and anxiety disorders, depression, weak immune system and other health issues, poor self awareness, and attracting other abusive relationships.
01621 738970 View 01621 738970
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Claire Hedman
Psychotherapist
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with a variety of issues both complex and day-to-day. If you are looking for a counsellor to talk to we will build a caring, secure therapeutic relationship founded on respect empathy and honesty and care. New clients could be anyone with one or a combination of of issues such as anxiety, grief, loss, depression, stress, bereavement, abuse, addiction, OCD, relationship issues, LGBTQIA+ issues or any issues pertaining to identity/race/sex. Most importantly, they will be someone willing to open up no matter how much, and willing to share their story to generate a renewed outlook.
I work with a variety of issues both complex and day-to-day. If you are looking for a counsellor to talk to we will build a caring, secure therapeutic relationship founded on respect empathy and honesty and care. New clients could be anyone with one or a combination of of issues such as anxiety, grief, loss, depression, stress, bereavement, abuse, addiction, OCD, relationship issues, LGBTQIA+ issues or any issues pertaining to identity/race/sex. Most importantly, they will be someone willing to open up no matter how much, and willing to share their story to generate a renewed outlook.
01277 674390 View 01277 674390
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Ellie E Fowler
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I’m a pluralistic/psychotherapeutic counsellor, therapeutic coach, hypnotherapist & mental health nurse based in Braintree, Essex, UK working in person & online. Combining clinical and life experience with flexible, client-led approach to help navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, life transitions, stress and more. My practice is grounded in compassion, non-judgement, practical skills, committing to meeting each person where they are. I work pluralistically, drawing on a evidence-based therapies, tailoring them to your needs & pace whilst blending therapeutic coaching.
I’m a pluralistic/psychotherapeutic counsellor, therapeutic coach, hypnotherapist & mental health nurse based in Braintree, Essex, UK working in person & online. Combining clinical and life experience with flexible, client-led approach to help navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, life transitions, stress and more. My practice is grounded in compassion, non-judgement, practical skills, committing to meeting each person where they are. I work pluralistically, drawing on a evidence-based therapies, tailoring them to your needs & pace whilst blending therapeutic coaching.
01371 705565 View 01371 705565
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Progressive Therapies
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, PNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Are you struggling with aspects of your life? You may have already tried to talk about it with friends and family but you still feel unresolved. You might have issues that you feel you can only talk about in a safe and confidential space. There may be times when you feel absolutely fine but there are times when you can't cope from within and you don't understand it. We push difficult issues deep into our unconscious but it still influences our conscious lives. Are there significant events from your childhood that you can't find peace with in your present day? This can leave you feeling despair like you have no control.
Are you struggling with aspects of your life? You may have already tried to talk about it with friends and family but you still feel unresolved. You might have issues that you feel you can only talk about in a safe and confidential space. There may be times when you feel absolutely fine but there are times when you can't cope from within and you don't understand it. We push difficult issues deep into our unconscious but it still influences our conscious lives. Are there significant events from your childhood that you can't find peace with in your present day? This can leave you feeling despair like you have no control.
01245 945691 View 01245 945691
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Jayne Buckley
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
You want something to be different, you want to stop feeling the way do, but don't know where or how to start? You've already made the biggest step by reaching out. I can help you to feel better, create balance in your life, leave the past in the past, and start looking forward to your future. I have all the relevant qualifications to be approved by Psychology Today, however, I'm more interested in how I can help you.
You want something to be different, you want to stop feeling the way do, but don't know where or how to start? You've already made the biggest step by reaching out. I can help you to feel better, create balance in your life, leave the past in the past, and start looking forward to your future. I have all the relevant qualifications to be approved by Psychology Today, however, I'm more interested in how I can help you.
01268 269883 View 01268 269883
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Angela Carter
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I offer one to one counselling sessions in Coggeshall to individuals over the age of 17 years. In a confidential space, where I will encourage you to talk about whatever is troubling you, together we will work through it, whatever it is. We can work on bringing about lasting change, so you can get on with your life. I have been in private practice since 2008, worked for 6 years within an NHS contract offering NICE approved Counselling for Depression, and 4 years as a counselling service manager. I have extensive knowledge and understanding of the complex nature of mental health.
I offer one to one counselling sessions in Coggeshall to individuals over the age of 17 years. In a confidential space, where I will encourage you to talk about whatever is troubling you, together we will work through it, whatever it is. We can work on bringing about lasting change, so you can get on with your life. I have been in private practice since 2008, worked for 6 years within an NHS contract offering NICE approved Counselling for Depression, and 4 years as a counselling service manager. I have extensive knowledge and understanding of the complex nature of mental health.
07723 468604 View 07723 468604
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Karen Eves
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
Serves Area
I am a fully qualified Child, Adolescent and Family Psychodynamic Psychotherapist with over 20 years’ experience supporting children, young people, and their families. I understand how worrying it can be when a child or teenager is struggling, and I aim to offer a calm, thoughtful space where difficulties can be understood and worked through at a pace that feels safe. Families often choose psychodynamic psychotherapy when they are seeking a deeper understanding of their child’s emotional world and patterns of relating. This approach supports meaningful, long-term change by exploring underlying experiences and relationships...
I am a fully qualified Child, Adolescent and Family Psychodynamic Psychotherapist with over 20 years’ experience supporting children, young people, and their families. I understand how worrying it can be when a child or teenager is struggling, and I aim to offer a calm, thoughtful space where difficulties can be understood and worked through at a pace that feels safe. Families often choose psychodynamic psychotherapy when they are seeking a deeper understanding of their child’s emotional world and patterns of relating. This approach supports meaningful, long-term change by exploring underlying experiences and relationships...
01702 908315 View 01702 908315

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