Eating Disorders Counselling in Cheltenham

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The Child Psychiatric & Psychological Consultants
Psychotherapist, PsychD, ACP
1 Endorsed
We provide medical psychiatric & psychological assessment, diagnosis, treatment for Autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, gender dysmorphia, eating disorders, tic disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, trauma, self-harm, psychotic disorders and emotional dysregulation and more.
Our in-depth clinical trainings enables us to understand young people and respond sensitively and understand complex multi-layered communications. We work with parents/carers/networks to support young people. We treat everyone as an individual and provide interventions/treatment holistically with this in mind.
We provide medical psychiatric & psychological assessment, diagnosis, treatment for Autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, gender dysmorphia, eating disorders, tic disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, trauma, self-harm, psychotic disorders and emotional dysregulation and more.
Our in-depth clinical trainings enables us to understand young people and respond sensitively and understand complex multi-layered communications. We work with parents/carers/networks to support young people. We treat everyone as an individual and provide interventions/treatment holistically with this in mind.
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FitzGeralds Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
I have a long background in disability (particularly neurodiversity), marginalisation, addiction, chronic illness, eating disorders and trauma and all the psychological issues that can occur as a result including depression, anxiety, stress, burnout and relational problems.
‘There is hope, even when your brain tells you there isn’t.’- John Green Why come to counselling? Counselling can help keep you on top of things, as well as support you when times are hard. Often we struggle with more than just one thing in isolation, leading us to feel overwhelmed and unable to find a way forward. You might be feeling some or all of these things: Low Lost Despairing Alone Exhausted Anxious Trapped. Or you might have specific problems such as addiction.
I have a long background in disability (particularly neurodiversity), marginalisation, addiction, chronic illness, eating disorders and trauma and all the psychological issues that can occur as a result including depression, anxiety, stress, burnout and relational problems.
‘There is hope, even when your brain tells you there isn’t.’- John Green Why come to counselling? Counselling can help keep you on top of things, as well as support you when times are hard. Often we struggle with more than just one thing in isolation, leading us to feel overwhelmed and unable to find a way forward. You might be feeling some or all of these things: Low Lost Despairing Alone Exhausted Anxious Trapped. Or you might have specific problems such as addiction.
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Cheltenham’s Counselling Centre
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
I have experience with working with adults of all ages, teenagers and younger children on a wide range of issues including: anxiety, identity, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, stress, grief, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, relationship issues, eating disorders, self-harm, and more
Hello my name is Shelley and I am a qualified adult and child Therapeutic Counsellor. I have a vast amount of experience as a pastoral worker working in schools and as a counsellor working for a charity. I am a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and offer face to face or online sessions . These sessions provide a confidential, supportive environment where clients can feel safe and explore the work through any emotional or life difficulties. I believe by offering online counselling this gives each individual the ability to reach their true potential within the safety of their chosen space.
I have experience with working with adults of all ages, teenagers and younger children on a wide range of issues including: anxiety, identity, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, stress, grief, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, relationship issues, eating disorders, self-harm, and more
Hello my name is Shelley and I am a qualified adult and child Therapeutic Counsellor. I have a vast amount of experience as a pastoral worker working in schools and as a counsellor working for a charity. I am a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and offer face to face or online sessions . These sessions provide a confidential, supportive environment where clients can feel safe and explore the work through any emotional or life difficulties. I believe by offering online counselling this gives each individual the ability to reach their true potential within the safety of their chosen space.
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Michael Dee Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
They may also cause a reaction of self-destruction, self-harm, eating disorders, drinking, drug use and other issues.
Clients are individual and each have their own difficulties, so by being a trained integrative counsellor, I can bring different counselling techniques together to create an individual tailored therapy for each client. By working in a safe space and in a non-judgemental way, we can explore feelings and gain an understanding that allows change to be possible.
They may also cause a reaction of self-destruction, self-harm, eating disorders, drinking, drug use and other issues.
Clients are individual and each have their own difficulties, so by being a trained integrative counsellor, I can bring different counselling techniques together to create an individual tailored therapy for each client. By working in a safe space and in a non-judgemental way, we can explore feelings and gain an understanding that allows change to be possible.
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Abi Howells
Counsellor, BACP
I specialise in working with young adults aged 18-30 who want to work through a difficult time, or who want to learn more about themselves and gain a deeper level of self awareness. I utilise creative methods and alternative ways of working if this is something you are interested in. All sessions are completely tailored to your needs/ interests and I offer a safe, non-judgemental space for you to explore anything that you want to work through.
I specialise in working with young adults aged 18-30 who want to work through a difficult time, or who want to learn more about themselves and gain a deeper level of self awareness. I utilise creative methods and alternative ways of working if this is something you are interested in. All sessions are completely tailored to your needs/ interests and I offer a safe, non-judgemental space for you to explore anything that you want to work through.
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Max Knowles
Counsellor, BACP
Hi, I am Max ( Qualified Person Centred Therapist) and I know from my own experience, that life can sometimes be a struggle. Events and experiences can leave us feeling lost, isolated or directionless . At such times, reaching out for help can feel very difficult and it is important that your search leads you to someone you feel you can trust . Counselling is an opportunity to explore thoughts and feelings ,which might be affecting many different areas of your life. With careful and empathic listening, I endeavour to support you in finding your own way through what is often too complex and difficult to manage alone.
Hi, I am Max ( Qualified Person Centred Therapist) and I know from my own experience, that life can sometimes be a struggle. Events and experiences can leave us feeling lost, isolated or directionless . At such times, reaching out for help can feel very difficult and it is important that your search leads you to someone you feel you can trust . Counselling is an opportunity to explore thoughts and feelings ,which might be affecting many different areas of your life. With careful and empathic listening, I endeavour to support you in finding your own way through what is often too complex and difficult to manage alone.
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Clare Howlett
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
I aim to create a positive space to explore your strengths as well as things that challenge you like; health/social anxiety, addiction, bullying, burnout, depression, loneliness, relationship difficulties etc. I encourage authenticity in order to understand loss of confidence/self esteem, attachment issues, professional/life stresses and traumatic events.  I offer a fresh perspective to help you face beginnings or endings with more confidence, be that job change/loss, starting/ending relationships, leaving home, new parenting, empty nesting and retirement etc.
I aim to create a positive space to explore your strengths as well as things that challenge you like; health/social anxiety, addiction, bullying, burnout, depression, loneliness, relationship difficulties etc. I encourage authenticity in order to understand loss of confidence/self esteem, attachment issues, professional/life stresses and traumatic events.  I offer a fresh perspective to help you face beginnings or endings with more confidence, be that job change/loss, starting/ending relationships, leaving home, new parenting, empty nesting and retirement etc.
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Franeen McDonald
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
I am an accredited Psychotherapist, CBT and Brainspotting Practitioner, providing help and guidance to adults, children, and teenagers. I use a variety of proven approaches and with 38 years of experience, I take great care to consider your specific needs to establish the best approach to help you with any emotional block or problem you are experiencing. My aim is to help you to achieve your goals for therapy and together we work collaboratively to achieve them. My office is situated in such a way that clients can access therapy in a private and confidential setting.
I am an accredited Psychotherapist, CBT and Brainspotting Practitioner, providing help and guidance to adults, children, and teenagers. I use a variety of proven approaches and with 38 years of experience, I take great care to consider your specific needs to establish the best approach to help you with any emotional block or problem you are experiencing. My aim is to help you to achieve your goals for therapy and together we work collaboratively to achieve them. My office is situated in such a way that clients can access therapy in a private and confidential setting.
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All of us, at some point in our lives, are likely to feel overwhelmed by our feelings and/or circumstances. Relationship breakdowns, single parenting, bereavement, loss, family issues, depression, anxiety, etc. can leave us struggling to function as well as we would like. I am passionate about supporting my clients through difficult situations and empowering them to reach their full potential. I can offer you a confidential, supportive, welcoming and non-judgemental space where we can look together at what is distressing you and find the best way forward.
All of us, at some point in our lives, are likely to feel overwhelmed by our feelings and/or circumstances. Relationship breakdowns, single parenting, bereavement, loss, family issues, depression, anxiety, etc. can leave us struggling to function as well as we would like. I am passionate about supporting my clients through difficult situations and empowering them to reach their full potential. I can offer you a confidential, supportive, welcoming and non-judgemental space where we can look together at what is distressing you and find the best way forward.
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Dr Kirsten Kitson
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
I have worked with many different presentations throughout my career in the NHS, Charity sector and HM Prison service. My experience and training can give you the confidence in my practice as I provide you with an individual approach; tailored to your specific needs and goals. Together we can explore how to improve your situation by equipping you with the necessary skills and techniques to move forward and maintain change.
I have worked with many different presentations throughout my career in the NHS, Charity sector and HM Prison service. My experience and training can give you the confidence in my practice as I provide you with an individual approach; tailored to your specific needs and goals. Together we can explore how to improve your situation by equipping you with the necessary skills and techniques to move forward and maintain change.
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Regina Tipping
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hello! If you need to talk, I can help! I am a friendly, calm, and caring mother of two. I enjoy cooking, arts, and dance. I have a postgraduate certificate in low-intensity cognitive behavioural therapies accredited by the BABCP. I have worked for NHS Talking Therapies for over five years, helping people with mild, moderate, and severe difficulties, including depression and anxiety. I use different evidence-based treatments and other holistic methods to meet individual needs: faith, culture, and learning disability. Regardless of your background, I can equip you with lifelong techniques that work for you.
Hello! If you need to talk, I can help! I am a friendly, calm, and caring mother of two. I enjoy cooking, arts, and dance. I have a postgraduate certificate in low-intensity cognitive behavioural therapies accredited by the BABCP. I have worked for NHS Talking Therapies for over five years, helping people with mild, moderate, and severe difficulties, including depression and anxiety. I use different evidence-based treatments and other holistic methods to meet individual needs: faith, culture, and learning disability. Regardless of your background, I can equip you with lifelong techniques that work for you.
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I am an experienced counsellor PROVIDING THERAPY IN THE OUTDOORS. Sometimes we want to talk but sitting in a counselling room might not feel like the right space for you. WALKING WHILST TALKING might just give you the space and freedom to begin to understand some uncomfortable feelings and past experiences in the safe hands of myself within nature. Being in nature will help you to learn how to resource yourself whilst processing the past giving you a clearer feel of the future. You may feel anxious or depressed, struggling with relationships. I work from Pittville Park, The Cotswolds and Crickley Hill. I also do home visits.
I am an experienced counsellor PROVIDING THERAPY IN THE OUTDOORS. Sometimes we want to talk but sitting in a counselling room might not feel like the right space for you. WALKING WHILST TALKING might just give you the space and freedom to begin to understand some uncomfortable feelings and past experiences in the safe hands of myself within nature. Being in nature will help you to learn how to resource yourself whilst processing the past giving you a clearer feel of the future. You may feel anxious or depressed, struggling with relationships. I work from Pittville Park, The Cotswolds and Crickley Hill. I also do home visits.
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Rachel Power
Counsellor, MBACP
I work with adults and children and young people who want to be able to explore their feelings and their thoughts in a safe place. Have you been struggling with feelings that are overwhelming? Maybe you know what is bothering you and you would like to explore the past and how it is affecting your present situation? Sometimes we just don’t know why we are experiencing anxiety and depression or why each day is such a struggle. Maybe you are experiencing difficulties in your relationships? I am here to offer you a guiding hand to enable you to explore in a space that is full of love and understanding and not judgemental.
I work with adults and children and young people who want to be able to explore their feelings and their thoughts in a safe place. Have you been struggling with feelings that are overwhelming? Maybe you know what is bothering you and you would like to explore the past and how it is affecting your present situation? Sometimes we just don’t know why we are experiencing anxiety and depression or why each day is such a struggle. Maybe you are experiencing difficulties in your relationships? I am here to offer you a guiding hand to enable you to explore in a space that is full of love and understanding and not judgemental.
07961 627500 View 07961 627500
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Jessica Thompson
Counsellor, PsychD, MBACP
About me I am a qualified Psychodynamic Counsellor offering open-ended and short-term (12-week) counselling. I offer sessions online as well as in person from a quiet and confidential space in central Cheltenham.
About me I am a qualified Psychodynamic Counsellor offering open-ended and short-term (12-week) counselling. I offer sessions online as well as in person from a quiet and confidential space in central Cheltenham.
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Sally Glover
Counsellor, MBACP
As a counsellor working with Adults, Teenagers and Children, I offer a safe, confidential space where I listen and support without judgement. We will work together at your pace. I offer an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of life's difficulties and the emotions that are being experienced. We will explore what is important to you, your struggles and where you are needing help and support. Our work together moves towards making positive changes within yourself, your life and your relationships. ​
As a counsellor working with Adults, Teenagers and Children, I offer a safe, confidential space where I listen and support without judgement. We will work together at your pace. I offer an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of life's difficulties and the emotions that are being experienced. We will explore what is important to you, your struggles and where you are needing help and support. Our work together moves towards making positive changes within yourself, your life and your relationships. ​
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Nicola Holmes
Counsellor, MBACP
I am a Therapeutic Coach offering spiritually integrated, holistic supervision, therapy and coaching with an underlying focus on ADHD. I am passionate about raising awareness of neurodiversity within the workplace and supporting clients; adults & children to let go of the mask/shame and embrace their authenticity to thrive and find their tribe. I also enjoy supporting student counsellors and qualified therapists in their practice who may be neurodivergent or who are supporting neurodivergent clients. I am also a Cruse Bereavement Supervisor.
I am a Therapeutic Coach offering spiritually integrated, holistic supervision, therapy and coaching with an underlying focus on ADHD. I am passionate about raising awareness of neurodiversity within the workplace and supporting clients; adults & children to let go of the mask/shame and embrace their authenticity to thrive and find their tribe. I also enjoy supporting student counsellors and qualified therapists in their practice who may be neurodivergent or who are supporting neurodivergent clients. I am also a Cruse Bereavement Supervisor.
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Flo Atkins
Counsellor, MBACP
The work is in the art of holding- As a therapist working in this area, I have capacity respond to postpartum distress in a way that facilitates a successful alliance. I have real passion and devotion to this work spanning over 20 years working in the perinatal maternal mental health of women, fathers and their babies. Alongside my skills is the heart of the therapeutic relationship and the mothers journey towards wellness. psychodynamic therapy provides a space to explore and understand how the unhelpful patterns from our past may be affecting our difficulties.
The work is in the art of holding- As a therapist working in this area, I have capacity respond to postpartum distress in a way that facilitates a successful alliance. I have real passion and devotion to this work spanning over 20 years working in the perinatal maternal mental health of women, fathers and their babies. Alongside my skills is the heart of the therapeutic relationship and the mothers journey towards wellness. psychodynamic therapy provides a space to explore and understand how the unhelpful patterns from our past may be affecting our difficulties.
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Photo of Rachel Thomas - Apple Tree Psychotherapy - Rachel Thomas, Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
You may have a child struggling with being at school, or perhaps you find yourself constantly at loggerheads with them. Perhaps they can't sleep, or don't want to get up in the morning, they might feel lonely, or misunderstood, criticised, or attacked . You may have tried every strategy you can find, to persuade your child to eat, or listen, or simply follow instructions. We all believe that childhood should be a time of simple happiness, but in fact this is a time of enormous developmental challenge, and many things can make it hard for children and adolescents to tread the path towards a resilient, positive, independent adulthood.
You may have a child struggling with being at school, or perhaps you find yourself constantly at loggerheads with them. Perhaps they can't sleep, or don't want to get up in the morning, they might feel lonely, or misunderstood, criticised, or attacked . You may have tried every strategy you can find, to persuade your child to eat, or listen, or simply follow instructions. We all believe that childhood should be a time of simple happiness, but in fact this is a time of enormous developmental challenge, and many things can make it hard for children and adolescents to tread the path towards a resilient, positive, independent adulthood.
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Becca West
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I am a Clinical Psychologist based in Gloucestershire with ten years of experience working within Mental Health Teams in the NHS. My expertise is in assessing and treating adults experiencing a wide range of psychological, emotional, relational and physical health difficulties. ​ I currently work both privately and within the NHS, in the latter specialising with adults with complex and long standing mental health difficulties.
I am a Clinical Psychologist based in Gloucestershire with ten years of experience working within Mental Health Teams in the NHS. My expertise is in assessing and treating adults experiencing a wide range of psychological, emotional, relational and physical health difficulties. ​ I currently work both privately and within the NHS, in the latter specialising with adults with complex and long standing mental health difficulties.
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Lulu Sunnucks
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Lulu. I have tremendous respect for you in taking this initial step towards change, personal growth and a more optimised life. Therapy is not a casual undertaking. It requires a sincere commitment on your part to prioritise yourself and I commend you for not settling and for wanting to seek out an alternative way. My aim is to support you on every step of your journey. Prior to establishing a private practice, my clinical experience began as a trauma-informed Psychotherapist at a women's charity, working with survivors of rape, sexual and domestic violence. I am a Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist in-training.
Hi, I'm Lulu. I have tremendous respect for you in taking this initial step towards change, personal growth and a more optimised life. Therapy is not a casual undertaking. It requires a sincere commitment on your part to prioritise yourself and I commend you for not settling and for wanting to seek out an alternative way. My aim is to support you on every step of your journey. Prior to establishing a private practice, my clinical experience began as a trauma-informed Psychotherapist at a women's charity, working with survivors of rape, sexual and domestic violence. I am a Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist in-training.
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Eating Disorders Counsellors

What happens in therapy for eating disorders?

In therapy for eating disorders, patients typically describe their eating and exercise behaviours, their patterns of eating in relation to stress, their beliefs about their body, the ways their eating behaviour affects their relationships, and their desire (or lack of it) to change. Such information helps the therapist understand the origins of the disorder and the role it plays in the patient’s life, important for guiding treatment. Attitudes and feelings about food and eating, body weight, and physical appearance are common topics of discussion throughout treatment.

What therapy types help with eating disorders?

Once any acute medical or psychiatric emergency is resolved, psychoactive medication is often prescribed, requiring the supervision of a psychiatrist. In addition, patients receive some form of nutritional counselling along with one or more forms of psychotherapy. For adolescents, family-based treatment is empirically validated and considered the first line of treatment; parents and their children meet weekly with a clinician as the adults are coached on how to nourish and psychologically support the young patient. Adults typically receive some form of individual psychotherapy, intended to resolve the cognitive and behavioural disturbances that underlie the disorder and to relieve the mood disturbances that accompany it. In addition, patients may also be helped by group therapy.

What is the goal of therapy for eating disorders?

The most immediate goal of treatment for eating disorders is to save the life of people who are on a path of starving themselves to death or engaging in eating patterns that are doing irreparable physical harm to their body. Once the acute medical danger is past, therapy is required to understand the nature of the disordered eating and/or exercise patterns, establish healthy eating behaviour, and to tackle the many erroneous beliefs and distorted self-perceptions that underlie eating disorders and continue to pose a threat to health and life. Therapy also addresses the impaired mood that not only accompanies eating disorders but intensifies the danger to health and life.

What are the limitations of therapy for eating disorders?

Therapy can be very helpful for eating disorders—but that can happen only after people recognise they have a condition that must be treated. Especially with anorexia, the distortions in self-image that accompany the disorder can keep people from acknowledging they have a problem. Individuals may in fact see their eating disorder as a badge of self-control. Those with binge-eating disorder may feel too ashamed to seek help. Therapy cannot help those who do not avail themselves of it.

How long does therapy last for eating disorders?

Because of their complexity, recovery from eating disorders is usually a long-term process—measured in months and years— often marked by setbacks and relapse. Some form of help, such as individual or group therapy, may be advisable for much of that time. It is a general rule of thumb that the longer the illness has endured and the dysregulated eating behaviour has taken root, the longer treatment is likely to be needed.