Psychoanalytic Counselling in Cheltenham
Children in Mind - Psychiatric & Psychological
Psychotherapist, PsychD, ACP
1 Endorsed
Cheltenham GL52
The service is clinically led by a consultant child psychiatrist and a consultant child & adolescent psychoanalytic psychotherapist who both trained in the NHS who have provided clinical leadership for services.
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.
The service is clinically led by a consultant child psychiatrist and a consultant child & adolescent psychoanalytic psychotherapist who both trained in the NHS who have provided clinical leadership for services.
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.
I work with clients with a number of presenting issues, including depression, anxiety, addiction, suicidal ideation, low self-esteem, as well as those coming to terms with a loss or navigating major life changes.
I am specifically interested in supporting individuals who are feeling stuck and those experiencing emotional difficulties related identity, infertility and peri- & menopause.
I offer therapy both on-line and face-to-face therapy from my practice in Cheltenham.
I can help you navigate all life stages and I am fully trained and qualified to work with adults as well as children and young people.
I work with clients with a number of presenting issues, including depression, anxiety, addiction, suicidal ideation, low self-esteem, as well as those coming to terms with a loss or navigating major life changes.
I am specifically interested in supporting individuals who are feeling stuck and those experiencing emotional difficulties related identity, infertility and peri- & menopause.
I offer therapy both on-line and face-to-face therapy from my practice in Cheltenham.
I can help you navigate all life stages and I am fully trained and qualified to work with adults as well as children and young people.
My practice is rooted in the psychoanalytic tradition, where we explore how ways of relating in the present can be directly linked to past relationships and early experiences.
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.
My practice is rooted in the psychoanalytic tradition, where we explore how ways of relating in the present can be directly linked to past relationships and early experiences.
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.
Hello, I’m Lara,
I am an integrative counsellor and incorporate both person-centred and psychodynamic techniques. The person-centred approach creates a nurturing environment for personal growth, much like providing a plant with the right conditions—soil, water, light, and nutrients—so it can thrive. Similarly, in therapy, we create a supportive space that allows you to grow and flourish.
The psychodynamic approach focuses on how unconscious thoughts and past experiences shape current feelings and behaviours. By understanding these influences, you can gain clarity, self-awareness, and a sense of control over your life.
Hello, I’m Lara,
I am an integrative counsellor and incorporate both person-centred and psychodynamic techniques. The person-centred approach creates a nurturing environment for personal growth, much like providing a plant with the right conditions—soil, water, light, and nutrients—so it can thrive. Similarly, in therapy, we create a supportive space that allows you to grow and flourish.
The psychodynamic approach focuses on how unconscious thoughts and past experiences shape current feelings and behaviours. By understanding these influences, you can gain clarity, self-awareness, and a sense of control over your life.
Hello, and welcome to my page. I have been qualified as a psychotherapist and supervisor for over 18 years, with previous experience in mental health and Social Work Management. I work with adults, children, adolescents and have expertise in working with family issues. I can help with a wide range of matters including: anxiety and depression, self esteem, family difficulties, relationship issues, Childhood abuse, Childhood neglect, Life threatening events, eating disorders, self harm, suicide and trauma.
Hello, and welcome to my page. I have been qualified as a psychotherapist and supervisor for over 18 years, with previous experience in mental health and Social Work Management. I work with adults, children, adolescents and have expertise in working with family issues. I can help with a wide range of matters including: anxiety and depression, self esteem, family difficulties, relationship issues, Childhood abuse, Childhood neglect, Life threatening events, eating disorders, self harm, suicide and trauma.
I wonder what it feels like to find yourself here, looking for some kind of support? Maybe you are struggling to 'make sense' of what you've been experiencing in your life recently? Many of my clients inhabit a crowded yet empty world, in which they cannot easily 'hear' themselves, or feel that they are not 'understood' by those around them. Perhaps you feel a little like this too? My first hope as a counsellor is that working collaboratively you will feel both heard and understood - maybe for the first time. When this happens, we begin to develop the inner resources needed to discover and engage with who we truly are.
I wonder what it feels like to find yourself here, looking for some kind of support? Maybe you are struggling to 'make sense' of what you've been experiencing in your life recently? Many of my clients inhabit a crowded yet empty world, in which they cannot easily 'hear' themselves, or feel that they are not 'understood' by those around them. Perhaps you feel a little like this too? My first hope as a counsellor is that working collaboratively you will feel both heard and understood - maybe for the first time. When this happens, we begin to develop the inner resources needed to discover and engage with who we truly are.
My approach integrates a range of therapeutic tools and perspectives, drawing from various traditions, including psychoanalytic models and attachment theory.
You don't have to face life's challenges alone, I offer compassionate personalised therapy in a safe and welcoming space supporting individuals, couples and parents through times of emotional difficulty, trauma and transition. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, grief, early parenting or simply feeling lost, you are welcome here.
My approach integrates a range of therapeutic tools and perspectives, drawing from various traditions, including psychoanalytic models and attachment theory.
You don't have to face life's challenges alone, I offer compassionate personalised therapy in a safe and welcoming space supporting individuals, couples and parents through times of emotional difficulty, trauma and transition. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, grief, early parenting or simply feeling lost, you are welcome here.
Hi, I’m Chris, I am a compassionate counsellor and psychotherapist supporting individuals, on their journey toward healing, growth, and connection, working in Gloucester, Cheltenham, Cirencester and online. I provide a safe, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your challenges, uncover your strengths, and work toward meaningful change. I believe that every person is unique, and so is their story. My approach is tailored to your needs, drawing from a range of evidence-based techniques, including psychodynamic and person-centered therapy. I can help with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues.
Hi, I’m Chris, I am a compassionate counsellor and psychotherapist supporting individuals, on their journey toward healing, growth, and connection, working in Gloucester, Cheltenham, Cirencester and online. I provide a safe, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space where you can explore your challenges, uncover your strengths, and work toward meaningful change. I believe that every person is unique, and so is their story. My approach is tailored to your needs, drawing from a range of evidence-based techniques, including psychodynamic and person-centered therapy. I can help with anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues.
For most of us, life is a complex mix of highs and lows. Sometimes we need specialist help, separate to our family and friends, to support our mental health and wellbeing and help us find our way. You might have a child or young person in distress; perhaps you’re battling with parenting or behaviour issues; or maybe you are an adolescent or young adult struggling to navigate life. Psychotherapy can help you make sense of difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours; allowing you to create better relationships, healthier behaviours, achieve potential and find joy in life.
For most of us, life is a complex mix of highs and lows. Sometimes we need specialist help, separate to our family and friends, to support our mental health and wellbeing and help us find our way. You might have a child or young person in distress; perhaps you’re battling with parenting or behaviour issues; or maybe you are an adolescent or young adult struggling to navigate life. Psychotherapy can help you make sense of difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours; allowing you to create better relationships, healthier behaviours, achieve potential and find joy in life.
I am an Integrative Humanistic therapist who offers solo and couples counselling. I put the relationship between the therapist and the patient at the heart of the therapy, helping to create a space for you that feels safe to explore whatever you would like to work on at a pace that suits you.
I am an Integrative Humanistic therapist who offers solo and couples counselling. I put the relationship between the therapist and the patient at the heart of the therapy, helping to create a space for you that feels safe to explore whatever you would like to work on at a pace that suits you.
Do you feel like: your mind is constantly racing with anxious thoughts, do you replay conversations, and feel like you just can't relax? Or perhaps you feel exhausted, disconnected and like you're just trying to keep it all together. If this sounds familiar you're not alone. Many people come to sessions feeling this way.
Sessions with me are rooted in compassion, curiosity and are a collaboration. I will work with you towards the change you'd like to see. The combination of talking therapy and art therapy, for which no experience of art-making is necessary, can support you in creating lasting change.
Do you feel like: your mind is constantly racing with anxious thoughts, do you replay conversations, and feel like you just can't relax? Or perhaps you feel exhausted, disconnected and like you're just trying to keep it all together. If this sounds familiar you're not alone. Many people come to sessions feeling this way.
Sessions with me are rooted in compassion, curiosity and are a collaboration. I will work with you towards the change you'd like to see. The combination of talking therapy and art therapy, for which no experience of art-making is necessary, can support you in creating lasting change.
Senior Coach + Mediator + MA Art Psychotherapist "I am a passionate creative, and have committed a decade working therapeutically in private residential trauma clinics, the NHS, secondary schools and my own business Resonate Therapy LTD. I bring all the skills of a specialist trauma therapist, that has worked extensively with neurodiversity and complex needs. By harmonising together a robust psychologically informed somatic based therapy programme. I specialise in supporting building meta-perspective of individual and collective systems. Are you ready to shift your life on a cellular, neuroplastic dimension?"
Senior Coach + Mediator + MA Art Psychotherapist "I am a passionate creative, and have committed a decade working therapeutically in private residential trauma clinics, the NHS, secondary schools and my own business Resonate Therapy LTD. I bring all the skills of a specialist trauma therapist, that has worked extensively with neurodiversity and complex needs. By harmonising together a robust psychologically informed somatic based therapy programme. I specialise in supporting building meta-perspective of individual and collective systems. Are you ready to shift your life on a cellular, neuroplastic dimension?"
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I am a fully qualified and registered professional councillor with The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). As such I offer you a safe, supportive and highly-confidential space to talk openly about any difficulties you are experiencing. Together we can investigate ways to manage/overcome your concerns and difficulties. I have personal experience of being supported by others within the profession and know only too well how valuable this support and encouragement can be. My aim is to support you as you build a brighter and healthier future for yourself.
I am a fully qualified and registered professional councillor with The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). As such I offer you a safe, supportive and highly-confidential space to talk openly about any difficulties you are experiencing. Together we can investigate ways to manage/overcome your concerns and difficulties. I have personal experience of being supported by others within the profession and know only too well how valuable this support and encouragement can be. My aim is to support you as you build a brighter and healthier future for yourself.
I am a qualified counsellor, mental health nurse (for 13 years) and lecturer in mental health nursing, however, more importantly I am an approachable and non-judgemental person. I work with my clients to help them explore some difficult emotions and experiences as well as to find self-acceptance and resources to manage challenging experiences and emotions. I work in collaboration with my clients where they feel empowered and in control of their therapy journey. I now also offer hypnotherapy as well as coaching (fees for hypnotherapy may vary).
I am a qualified counsellor, mental health nurse (for 13 years) and lecturer in mental health nursing, however, more importantly I am an approachable and non-judgemental person. I work with my clients to help them explore some difficult emotions and experiences as well as to find self-acceptance and resources to manage challenging experiences and emotions. I work in collaboration with my clients where they feel empowered and in control of their therapy journey. I now also offer hypnotherapy as well as coaching (fees for hypnotherapy may vary).
I am an experienced psychotherapist helping individuals, couples and families experiencing conflict, distress and complex relational issues. My approach to psychotherapy is based on the simple premise that life's problems can be broadly classed as those we can influence and do something about, and those we need to learn to adapt to and come to terms with in order to move on. I offer clients my expertise, sympathy and understanding, which, added to their own -often untapped- wealth of expertise and knowledge about their lives, can create new possibilities at times when everything seems lost.
I am an experienced psychotherapist helping individuals, couples and families experiencing conflict, distress and complex relational issues. My approach to psychotherapy is based on the simple premise that life's problems can be broadly classed as those we can influence and do something about, and those we need to learn to adapt to and come to terms with in order to move on. I offer clients my expertise, sympathy and understanding, which, added to their own -often untapped- wealth of expertise and knowledge about their lives, can create new possibilities at times when everything seems lost.
Hello, if you are reading this, it is likely that you are seeking assistance for yourself or someone else. Seeking support and guidance is a crucial first step towards fostering personal well-being. I am passionate about walking alongside individuals on their journey of growth and resilience. Over the years, I have worked with adults, children and young people, on issues such as grief, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, stress management, health anxiety, managing chronic health conditions, attachment styles and trauma recovery.
Hello, if you are reading this, it is likely that you are seeking assistance for yourself or someone else. Seeking support and guidance is a crucial first step towards fostering personal well-being. I am passionate about walking alongside individuals on their journey of growth and resilience. Over the years, I have worked with adults, children and young people, on issues such as grief, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, stress management, health anxiety, managing chronic health conditions, attachment styles and trauma recovery.
I felt that I can use my skills from when i was a social worker to work with people who feel that they would benefit from talking to someone about what is happening to your life at the moment. I can be that person to give you that space for talk to about what is happening in your life(s) at this moment. I can work with you on issues that are causing your stress , anxiety bereavement and loss or you might have family relationship difficulties people close to you . As a counsellor I would be able to help you to work through those feelings. I work primarily with adults and i also work with couples on your relationship
I felt that I can use my skills from when i was a social worker to work with people who feel that they would benefit from talking to someone about what is happening to your life at the moment. I can be that person to give you that space for talk to about what is happening in your life(s) at this moment. I can work with you on issues that are causing your stress , anxiety bereavement and loss or you might have family relationship difficulties people close to you . As a counsellor I would be able to help you to work through those feelings. I work primarily with adults and i also work with couples on your relationship
I am a very experienced therapist and Depth Psychologist having worked within the NHS and Private Practice for 30 years. I am a Senior Jungian Analyst, a Training Analyst, an Examiner and Supervisor. I specialise in working with people experiencing relationship difficulties, those suffering from depression, anxiety, low self esteem and intrusive thoughts. An emotional crisis is a call for personal growth, for insight and to a new path through life. The belief that symptoms have meaning leads to a more positive approach and outcome, so that suffering is not in vain but the prelude to a more meaningful life.
I am a very experienced therapist and Depth Psychologist having worked within the NHS and Private Practice for 30 years. I am a Senior Jungian Analyst, a Training Analyst, an Examiner and Supervisor. I specialise in working with people experiencing relationship difficulties, those suffering from depression, anxiety, low self esteem and intrusive thoughts. An emotional crisis is a call for personal growth, for insight and to a new path through life. The belief that symptoms have meaning leads to a more positive approach and outcome, so that suffering is not in vain but the prelude to a more meaningful life.
My Background I worked in the corporate sector for 25 years, running my own recruitment business and deriving great satisfaction from the challenge of this industry. However, over time, I noticed how people can end up feeling trapped, overburdened by mental health issues that they didn’t feel they could communicate to others. I also struggled in my own way, which is what led me to learn as much as possible about personal development – a journey that began in 1993. Since then, I have always wanted to dedicate myself to educating those experiencing the same issues and supporting them manage their well-being more effectively.
My Background I worked in the corporate sector for 25 years, running my own recruitment business and deriving great satisfaction from the challenge of this industry. However, over time, I noticed how people can end up feeling trapped, overburdened by mental health issues that they didn’t feel they could communicate to others. I also struggled in my own way, which is what led me to learn as much as possible about personal development – a journey that began in 1993. Since then, I have always wanted to dedicate myself to educating those experiencing the same issues and supporting them manage their well-being more effectively.
Not being understood is one of the most painful feelings. Struggling to relate to others, or live in this complicated world is so difficult for so many of us. Making sense of ourselves and finding solutions to longstanding issues – from depression, anxiety, social phobias, low self-esteem, anger management, bereavement, life-stage issues, loss, marital difficulties, relationship struggles, self-harming and suicide and unresolved childhood development challenges? You need not struggle alone; we can explore and discover what choices you have to make changes to your life's personal challenges.
Not being understood is one of the most painful feelings. Struggling to relate to others, or live in this complicated world is so difficult for so many of us. Making sense of ourselves and finding solutions to longstanding issues – from depression, anxiety, social phobias, low self-esteem, anger management, bereavement, life-stage issues, loss, marital difficulties, relationship struggles, self-harming and suicide and unresolved childhood development challenges? You need not struggle alone; we can explore and discover what choices you have to make changes to your life's personal challenges.
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Psychoanalytic Counsellors
Does psychoanalytic therapy work?
Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviours. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.
How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?
Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behaviour is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.
Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?
Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?
Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.