Psychoanalytic Counselling in Cheltenham

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The Child Psychiatric & Psychological Consultants
Psychotherapist, PsychD, ACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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.
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Julie Ingram
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Waitlist for new clients
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.
01981 200129 View 01981 200129
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Steven Pritchard
Counsellor, MUKCP
Verified Verified
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.
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Lara Welby
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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.
015242 35727 View 015242 35727
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Chris Perry
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Welcome, I am Chris, a compassionate counsellor dedicated to supporting individuals, on their journey toward healing, growth, and connection 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 therapeutic 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.
Welcome, I am Chris, a compassionate counsellor dedicated to supporting individuals, on their journey toward healing, growth, and connection 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 therapeutic 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.
01452 923130 View 01452 923130
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Mac (Michaela) Wai
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
I provide a safe, confidential and supportive space. Anything that may be difficult for you to say, I will not find difficult to hear. We will work together to unravel where you are now and how you may have got there. By sharing this, we can find space to really think about what's going on and to see if we are able to find a happier, healthier way of moving forwards. Whether working with adults or children, gaining trust is something I will do my best to work towards and earn. My practice rooms are in Cheltenham (Gloucestershire), Twickenham (London), Richmond upon Thames (London) and from the comfort of your own home (Online).
I provide a safe, confidential and supportive space. Anything that may be difficult for you to say, I will not find difficult to hear. We will work together to unravel where you are now and how you may have got there. By sharing this, we can find space to really think about what's going on and to see if we are able to find a happier, healthier way of moving forwards. Whether working with adults or children, gaining trust is something I will do my best to work towards and earn. My practice rooms are in Cheltenham (Gloucestershire), Twickenham (London), Richmond upon Thames (London) and from the comfort of your own home (Online).
01344 949308 View 01344 949308
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Flo Atkins
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
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.
01793 569374 View 01793 569374
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Helen James - Clear Skies Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
Verified Verified
Serves Area
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.
01453 701072 View 01453 701072
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Annie Ballingal
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Are you reaching out for support to manage things like: anxiety, low mood, lack of motivation or relationship issues? Sessions with me, are rooted in compassion and curiosity and an integrated approach allows for flexibility in order for me to tailor sessions to meet your unique needs. Sometimes words are not enough. Utilising Art Therapy tools , we can work though difficult thoughts and feelings. No experience of art-making is necessary, for things like: journalling, photography, or drawing/doodling to be beneficial.
Are you reaching out for support to manage things like: anxiety, low mood, lack of motivation or relationship issues? Sessions with me, are rooted in compassion and curiosity and an integrated approach allows for flexibility in order for me to tailor sessions to meet your unique needs. Sometimes words are not enough. Utilising Art Therapy tools , we can work though difficult thoughts and feelings. No experience of art-making is necessary, for things like: journalling, photography, or drawing/doodling to be beneficial.
0117 463 4057 View 0117 463 4057
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Sarah Free
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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Grace McIntyre
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Serves Area
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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Laura Colquhoun
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
I practice integrative Therapy which means I draw from Psychodynamic, Psychoanalytic, Humanistic and Person-Centred schools giving me the ability to match theory to client.
Life can be difficult at times. We can feel depressed, anxious, stressed, worried or unable to cope. This can impact on all aspects of our lives; personal and professional. Sometimes all a client needs is someone to really listen to them and to accept what they are saying in a non-judgemental way. Therapy comes in all different shapes and sizes and I believe the mode of therapy should fit the client, we are all individuals after all. I put you, the client at the centre of the work and believe that together we can work collaboratively to help you mange your life more happily and successfully.
I practice integrative Therapy which means I draw from Psychodynamic, Psychoanalytic, Humanistic and Person-Centred schools giving me the ability to match theory to client.
Life can be difficult at times. We can feel depressed, anxious, stressed, worried or unable to cope. This can impact on all aspects of our lives; personal and professional. Sometimes all a client needs is someone to really listen to them and to accept what they are saying in a non-judgemental way. Therapy comes in all different shapes and sizes and I believe the mode of therapy should fit the client, we are all individuals after all. I put you, the client at the centre of the work and believe that together we can work collaboratively to help you mange your life more happily and successfully.
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Dr Oliver Klott
Psychotherapist, PsychD, ACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eynsham OX29
I am a Child, Adolescent & Young Adult Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and offer Individual Psychotherapy, Child Parent Psychotherapy and Autogenic Training (meditative self-help technique for children and adults).
I can help with a wide range of emotional, behavioural and mental health difficulties from pregnancy to young adulthood (-25), including: depression, anxiety, self-harm, behavioural difficulties, difficulty attending school, low self-esteem, trauma, loss, bereavement, and sexuality and gender identity difficulties.
I am a Child, Adolescent & Young Adult Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and offer Individual Psychotherapy, Child Parent Psychotherapy and Autogenic Training (meditative self-help technique for children and adults).
I can help with a wide range of emotional, behavioural and mental health difficulties from pregnancy to young adulthood (-25), including: depression, anxiety, self-harm, behavioural difficulties, difficulty attending school, low self-esteem, trauma, loss, bereavement, and sexuality and gender identity difficulties.
020 3984 9142 View 020 3984 9142
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Lurdes Magalhaes
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I offer supportive, compassionate, non-judgmental and confidential Counselling therapy in a warm, comfortable, private setting in Monmouth. I mainly work from a Psychodynamic perspective which means therapy is focused on unconscious processes as they are manifested in the present behaviour. The goals of Psychodynamic therapy are client self-awareness and understanding of the influence of the past on present behaviour. In my practice I embrace a dynamic and creative approach.
I offer supportive, compassionate, non-judgmental and confidential Counselling therapy in a warm, comfortable, private setting in Monmouth. I mainly work from a Psychodynamic perspective which means therapy is focused on unconscious processes as they are manifested in the present behaviour. The goals of Psychodynamic therapy are client self-awareness and understanding of the influence of the past on present behaviour. In my practice I embrace a dynamic and creative approach.
01322 936906 View 01322 936906
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Francesco Rinaldi
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
If you are struggling with unresolved emotions, anxiety, depression, or patterns in your life that seems beyond your control, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is a powerful tool for investigating the impact of our past and present experiences on our feelings, behaviours, and intentions in life. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is a relational journey of self-exploration. As a compassionate and experienced psychotherapist, I offer a safe and non-judgmental space where to understand deep-rooted issues and foster lasting change.
If you are struggling with unresolved emotions, anxiety, depression, or patterns in your life that seems beyond your control, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is a powerful tool for investigating the impact of our past and present experiences on our feelings, behaviours, and intentions in life. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is a relational journey of self-exploration. As a compassionate and experienced psychotherapist, I offer a safe and non-judgmental space where to understand deep-rooted issues and foster lasting change.
020 3780 3189 View 020 3780 3189
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Pinch of Positivity Centre
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Hi, and a warm welcome. I'm a qualified counsellor and have been for many years offering therapeutic support for adults, adolescents, children and families either together or individually, in my private practice and within primary and secondary schools. I can offer support too many for many reasons and offer flexible Integrative approaches to suit you. I always welcome a free initial email or chat or meet and briefly discuss ways of support that suits all. This can also give you all an opportunity to see the space, meet and talk with me with no obligation. This helps in deciding what is best for you.
Hi, and a warm welcome. I'm a qualified counsellor and have been for many years offering therapeutic support for adults, adolescents, children and families either together or individually, in my private practice and within primary and secondary schools. I can offer support too many for many reasons and offer flexible Integrative approaches to suit you. I always welcome a free initial email or chat or meet and briefly discuss ways of support that suits all. This can also give you all an opportunity to see the space, meet and talk with me with no obligation. This helps in deciding what is best for you.
01452 923058 View 01452 923058
Photo of Kim Lee - The Childrens Consultancy, Psychotherapist, MA, PNCPS Acc.
The Childrens Consultancy
Psychotherapist, MA, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Witney OX29
The Practice is run by Kim S Lee Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist. Kim has worked with Children and Young people since 1978 and has been in clinical practice for nearly 40 years. He has worked as a consultant and trainer for many child care organizations, and also acts as an expert witness in family law matters. The service is for children and young people suffering with a wide range of psychological and mental health difficulties. The practice works alongside many other mental health and social care disciplines.
The Practice is run by Kim S Lee Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist. Kim has worked with Children and Young people since 1978 and has been in clinical practice for nearly 40 years. He has worked as a consultant and trainer for many child care organizations, and also acts as an expert witness in family law matters. The service is for children and young people suffering with a wide range of psychological and mental health difficulties. The practice works alongside many other mental health and social care disciplines.
01993 402090 View 01993 402090
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Compass Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
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.
01905 676198 View 01905 676198
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Sam Southey
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BPC
Verified Verified
Stroud GL5
Lots of us face challenging situations at some stage in our lives, which can be difficult to manage. It's not always easy or appropriate to talk with family or friends and sometimes we worry that bringing something old and / or hidden up to the surface will cause more problems. I offer a confidential and non-judgemental space where we can work together to help you to develop insight and understanding by exploring how your present situation might be impacted by past experiences and people from your past and / or present.
Lots of us face challenging situations at some stage in our lives, which can be difficult to manage. It's not always easy or appropriate to talk with family or friends and sometimes we worry that bringing something old and / or hidden up to the surface will cause more problems. I offer a confidential and non-judgemental space where we can work together to help you to develop insight and understanding by exploring how your present situation might be impacted by past experiences and people from your past and / or present.
01470 229996 View 01470 229996
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RT Counselling / Next Chapter Therapies
Counsellor, PsychD, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stroud GL5
Therapy offers an important step in discovering the world around us and finding our place in it. For some people, coming to therapy is a big step. It can take courage to identify a need to heal, recover or progress. My approach aims to ensure that you feel safe in the knowledge that you can trust the therapeutic process. Maintaining the core values of empathy, unconditional positive regard for you as well as congruence (being authentic), I also use other modes of therapy.
Therapy offers an important step in discovering the world around us and finding our place in it. For some people, coming to therapy is a big step. It can take courage to identify a need to heal, recover or progress. My approach aims to ensure that you feel safe in the knowledge that you can trust the therapeutic process. Maintaining the core values of empathy, unconditional positive regard for you as well as congruence (being authentic), I also use other modes of therapy.
01453 707401 x44 View 01453 707401 x44

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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.