Counselling for Elderly in Chessington
I am a registered Human Givens therapist and mindful self-compassion teacher. I understand that you want to feel better quickly. I will listen, guide and respond with warmth and respect using the best evidence-based techniques to suit you and your particular needs. These might include CBT, compassion based approaches, explanations about brain function, relaxation and visualisations together with NICE approved techniques to work on traumatic triggers. Without unduly dwelling upon the past we can deal with old difficulties, current situations and learn new skills to approach the future with a renewed sense of wellbeing.
I am a registered Human Givens therapist and mindful self-compassion teacher. I understand that you want to feel better quickly. I will listen, guide and respond with warmth and respect using the best evidence-based techniques to suit you and your particular needs. These might include CBT, compassion based approaches, explanations about brain function, relaxation and visualisations together with NICE approved techniques to work on traumatic triggers. Without unduly dwelling upon the past we can deal with old difficulties, current situations and learn new skills to approach the future with a renewed sense of wellbeing.
My clients are adults and teens who want to understand themselves more deeply. You might be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed or burnt out, struggling in relationships or at work, or carrying the impact of difficult past experiences. Some are exploring possible neurodivergence or adjusting to an ADHD or autism diagnosis. Together we slow things down, make sense of patterns in your life, and explore new ways of relating to yourself and others so you can move forward with more clarity and choice.
My clients are adults and teens who want to understand themselves more deeply. You might be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed or burnt out, struggling in relationships or at work, or carrying the impact of difficult past experiences. Some are exploring possible neurodivergence or adjusting to an ADHD or autism diagnosis. Together we slow things down, make sense of patterns in your life, and explore new ways of relating to yourself and others so you can move forward with more clarity and choice.
You may be looking at this website because something has got out of hand, it isn’t quite right, you may be feeling overwhelmed, a bit stressed or anxious and experiencing feelings of being unable to cope. Perhaps your doctor, friend or another health therapist has suggested you consider talking through your dilemma to help seek clarity to see your situation from a different perspective. If this sounds like you then you have come to the right place and I may be able to help you gain understanding of your situation. The symptoms you are experiencing are simply a sign something is wrong. Through collaboration I can help you.
You may be looking at this website because something has got out of hand, it isn’t quite right, you may be feeling overwhelmed, a bit stressed or anxious and experiencing feelings of being unable to cope. Perhaps your doctor, friend or another health therapist has suggested you consider talking through your dilemma to help seek clarity to see your situation from a different perspective. If this sounds like you then you have come to the right place and I may be able to help you gain understanding of your situation. The symptoms you are experiencing are simply a sign something is wrong. Through collaboration I can help you.
I am a fully trained & qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor with a First-Class BA (Hons) degree in Integrative-Relational Counselling, Middlesex University. I use various therapeutic approaches (psychodynamic, person-centred, Gestalt, CBT) depending on your individual needs. I offer a safe space where I can help you explore your struggles & find ways to improve your emotional well-being. In the last 8 years I have been working with a wide range of clients in a GP surgery & privately. I am a Member of the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) & abide by their Ethical Framework. I am fully insured & DBS-checked.
I am a fully trained & qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor with a First-Class BA (Hons) degree in Integrative-Relational Counselling, Middlesex University. I use various therapeutic approaches (psychodynamic, person-centred, Gestalt, CBT) depending on your individual needs. I offer a safe space where I can help you explore your struggles & find ways to improve your emotional well-being. In the last 8 years I have been working with a wide range of clients in a GP surgery & privately. I am a Member of the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) & abide by their Ethical Framework. I am fully insured & DBS-checked.
I am an integrative therapist. This means that I have received training in a number of therapeutic approaches and can draw upon their various core philosophies and techniques. These approaches include: humanistic/person-centered, Ericksonian hypno-psychotherapy, depth-oriented brief therapy, eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR), self-relations psychotherapy, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), and Internal Family Systems Therapy. So, whatever issue you may be facing, I can tailor my approach to best meet your individual needs.
I am an integrative therapist. This means that I have received training in a number of therapeutic approaches and can draw upon their various core philosophies and techniques. These approaches include: humanistic/person-centered, Ericksonian hypno-psychotherapy, depth-oriented brief therapy, eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR), self-relations psychotherapy, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), and Internal Family Systems Therapy. So, whatever issue you may be facing, I can tailor my approach to best meet your individual needs.
Mind-Growth Mastery is a non-profit organisation offering affordable talking therapy for a range of emotional problems and to build confidence and fulfillment in life. We work collaboratively together to overcome challenges drawing on a range of person-centered therapeutic styles. We work uniquely with each individual, helping them share in a safe, accepting environment. We aim to match the therapy and therapist to your needs and goals. We are a group of skilled and qualified professionals and mature and experienced therapists in training and you can contact each therapist directly via our website.
Mind-Growth Mastery is a non-profit organisation offering affordable talking therapy for a range of emotional problems and to build confidence and fulfillment in life. We work collaboratively together to overcome challenges drawing on a range of person-centered therapeutic styles. We work uniquely with each individual, helping them share in a safe, accepting environment. We aim to match the therapy and therapist to your needs and goals. We are a group of skilled and qualified professionals and mature and experienced therapists in training and you can contact each therapist directly via our website.
I support people to live happier, healthier and more fulfilling lives, by reducing emotional distress and challenging unhelpful or rigid thought patterns. I have practiced privately for a number of years, and have also worked at the Priory Hospital, an addiction support agency and within numerous colleges. I work with individuals and with couples. Perhaps you are fed up with feeling, living or thinking in a certain way, and this is affecting your work life, your romantic relationships, your friendships or your self-esteem.
I support people to live happier, healthier and more fulfilling lives, by reducing emotional distress and challenging unhelpful or rigid thought patterns. I have practiced privately for a number of years, and have also worked at the Priory Hospital, an addiction support agency and within numerous colleges. I work with individuals and with couples. Perhaps you are fed up with feeling, living or thinking in a certain way, and this is affecting your work life, your romantic relationships, your friendships or your self-esteem.
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Clients often tell me I'm easy to speak to and very understanding. They feel comfortable in my presence and I often find they value my kind, sensitive but easy going nature. I have over 12 years of experience of counselling working with clients from all walks of life. I have worked with some high profile people who have put their trust in me. I help people find achievable goals encompassing psychotherapeutic tools such as speech analysis and problem solving, allowing for better ways of relating to family and friends.
Clients often tell me I'm easy to speak to and very understanding. They feel comfortable in my presence and I often find they value my kind, sensitive but easy going nature. I have over 12 years of experience of counselling working with clients from all walks of life. I have worked with some high profile people who have put their trust in me. I help people find achievable goals encompassing psychotherapeutic tools such as speech analysis and problem solving, allowing for better ways of relating to family and friends.
I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor and Coach & Certified Clinical Supervisor, I offer a safe non- judgemental and confidential space for you to freely explore your situation and understand it better. We can work together to understand your past ,see were you want to be in your life and explore the best way of getting there. My passion is to help people fulfill their potential and to help them through the difficult times.
I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor and Coach & Certified Clinical Supervisor, I offer a safe non- judgemental and confidential space for you to freely explore your situation and understand it better. We can work together to understand your past ,see were you want to be in your life and explore the best way of getting there. My passion is to help people fulfill their potential and to help them through the difficult times.
Asking for help is one of the hardest things someone can do. And you have made it this far already.
Whatever your issue might be, I am here to help you heal psychologically and move towards a more fulfilling, flourishing life.
My bread-and-butter are anxiety & depression, trauma, gender & sexuality issues as well as relationships and codependency. Much of my experience lies in supporting my clients' recovery from addiction in many of its guises (e.g. drugs & alcohol, work, sex & love, food, phone/social media) and achieving a more balanced, free-er life.
Asking for help is one of the hardest things someone can do. And you have made it this far already.
Whatever your issue might be, I am here to help you heal psychologically and move towards a more fulfilling, flourishing life.
My bread-and-butter are anxiety & depression, trauma, gender & sexuality issues as well as relationships and codependency. Much of my experience lies in supporting my clients' recovery from addiction in many of its guises (e.g. drugs & alcohol, work, sex & love, food, phone/social media) and achieving a more balanced, free-er life.
Welcome to my profile! Whether you’re feeling anxious or carrying things you’d like to work through, reaching out for support is always a step worth taking. So often, we convince ourselves we’re okay despite a major life change, a loss, or the pressures of a demanding lifestyle. We keep pushing forward until the cracks begin to show — sleepless nights, constant stress, strained relationships, or a noticeable dip in mood.
If you’re ready for things to be different, I’ll guide you in transforming stuckness into momentum, self-doubt into self-trust, and anxiety into calm, helping you thrive with renewed confidence and purpose.
Welcome to my profile! Whether you’re feeling anxious or carrying things you’d like to work through, reaching out for support is always a step worth taking. So often, we convince ourselves we’re okay despite a major life change, a loss, or the pressures of a demanding lifestyle. We keep pushing forward until the cracks begin to show — sleepless nights, constant stress, strained relationships, or a noticeable dip in mood.
If you’re ready for things to be different, I’ll guide you in transforming stuckness into momentum, self-doubt into self-trust, and anxiety into calm, helping you thrive with renewed confidence and purpose.
Hello and welcome!
I'm Amber, and I understand that reaching out for therapy can feel like a big—and sometimes daunting—step. I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to get here, and reassure you that just by being here, you’ve already taken an important step forward.
Everyone deserves to be heard and supported. No one should have to suffer in silence, and I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can talk openly—especially if you feel like you’ve had no one else to turn to.
Sessions can be short term, long term, or open-ended—tailored to suit your individual needs. We'll move at a pace that feels right for you.
Hello and welcome!
I'm Amber, and I understand that reaching out for therapy can feel like a big—and sometimes daunting—step. I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to get here, and reassure you that just by being here, you’ve already taken an important step forward.
Everyone deserves to be heard and supported. No one should have to suffer in silence, and I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can talk openly—especially if you feel like you’ve had no one else to turn to.
Sessions can be short term, long term, or open-ended—tailored to suit your individual needs. We'll move at a pace that feels right for you.
Perhaps you feel lost, ungrounded, unable to understand your emotional way of being and always seem to be at conflict with yourself and others in your life. Perhaps you suffer from anxiety, stress, OCD, addictions, lack of self-worth. Perhaps you are grieving a loss of a loved one, relationship break-up or a job. In these times of stress and anxiety, one needs to find one’s inner core strength to be able to be fully grounded and able to fully move into life with clarity and focus. With my counselling skills and our teamwork, you can become the person you were born to be.
Perhaps you feel lost, ungrounded, unable to understand your emotional way of being and always seem to be at conflict with yourself and others in your life. Perhaps you suffer from anxiety, stress, OCD, addictions, lack of self-worth. Perhaps you are grieving a loss of a loved one, relationship break-up or a job. In these times of stress and anxiety, one needs to find one’s inner core strength to be able to be fully grounded and able to fully move into life with clarity and focus. With my counselling skills and our teamwork, you can become the person you were born to be.
I work with a person-centered perspective, which means we talk about what is most important to you, offering a compassionate space that is confidential and free from judgement, where you can discuss what is troubling you. I am trained as an Integrative therapist, drawing upon a number of approaches, and we collaborate on working together in a way that is most useful to you. With your hopes regarding therapy in mind, we work at your pace and focus on your needs. In doing so we may explore past experiences, reflect on what affects you in the present, and together work on ways of thinking and behaving that you may wish were different.
I work with a person-centered perspective, which means we talk about what is most important to you, offering a compassionate space that is confidential and free from judgement, where you can discuss what is troubling you. I am trained as an Integrative therapist, drawing upon a number of approaches, and we collaborate on working together in a way that is most useful to you. With your hopes regarding therapy in mind, we work at your pace and focus on your needs. In doing so we may explore past experiences, reflect on what affects you in the present, and together work on ways of thinking and behaving that you may wish were different.
I offer open-ended psychotherapy for people facing difficulties like anxiety, depression and low mood. Some come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by distraction, exhaustion, or poor self-esteem while others are working through trauma and loss, or finding it hard to sustain fulfilling relationships or feel comfortable in their sexuality. Sometimes there is no specific problem, but a feeling of wanting life to be different somehow.
I offer open-ended psychotherapy for people facing difficulties like anxiety, depression and low mood. Some come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by distraction, exhaustion, or poor self-esteem while others are working through trauma and loss, or finding it hard to sustain fulfilling relationships or feel comfortable in their sexuality. Sometimes there is no specific problem, but a feeling of wanting life to be different somehow.
Are you feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Struggling to get through the day? Or perhaps something just isn't feeling right. I've been there, and I want to help you get through it.
I know how hard it can be to reach out. Whether you're struggling with possible or diagnosed ADHD or ND, trauma, anxiety, low self-esteem or relationship issues (romantic, familial or friendly), I want to help.
I provide a safe and supportive environment where you can bring whatever you need to our sessions. I aim to facilitate an exploration of your experiences and emotions so you can step closer to who you truly are.
Are you feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Struggling to get through the day? Or perhaps something just isn't feeling right. I've been there, and I want to help you get through it.
I know how hard it can be to reach out. Whether you're struggling with possible or diagnosed ADHD or ND, trauma, anxiety, low self-esteem or relationship issues (romantic, familial or friendly), I want to help.
I provide a safe and supportive environment where you can bring whatever you need to our sessions. I aim to facilitate an exploration of your experiences and emotions so you can step closer to who you truly are.
Hi, I'm Nicole! You may be overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts or struggling with self-confidence. I am a qualified, accredited CBT Therapist with over 20 years’ experience in the field of mental health, including 10 years in NHS mental health services. I have treated clients with anxiety and depression within a variety of settings including voluntary organisations, HM Prison Services and NHS mental health services.
Hi, I'm Nicole! You may be overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts or struggling with self-confidence. I am a qualified, accredited CBT Therapist with over 20 years’ experience in the field of mental health, including 10 years in NHS mental health services. I have treated clients with anxiety and depression within a variety of settings including voluntary organisations, HM Prison Services and NHS mental health services.
Dr Catherine Athanasiadou-Lewis
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Enfield EN1
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Counselling Psychologist in Clinical neuropsychology and a psychotherapist, with many years of experience in the NHS and the private sector, helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges. I hold academic positions at the University of Roehampton and Hertfordshire. My therapeutic work is grounded in empathy, active listening & evidence-based practices. I believe that each person’s journey is unique, and I am here to walk with you through moments of uncertainty, pain, stress or personal growth. When you come to me for therapy, you can expect a warm and safe space where you feel heard and understood.
I am a Counselling Psychologist in Clinical neuropsychology and a psychotherapist, with many years of experience in the NHS and the private sector, helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges. I hold academic positions at the University of Roehampton and Hertfordshire. My therapeutic work is grounded in empathy, active listening & evidence-based practices. I believe that each person’s journey is unique, and I am here to walk with you through moments of uncertainty, pain, stress or personal growth. When you come to me for therapy, you can expect a warm and safe space where you feel heard and understood.
Are you tired of repeating the same painful experiences, patterns of behaviour, feeling disconnected, or carrying the weight of past hurts or trauma?
I am a Psychodynamic Therapist specialising in deep and lasting change. Many clients come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure why they keep reacting the same way in their personal and professional lives. I believe true healing requires moving beyond surface-level symptoms to understand the root causes of your distress.
At Shelter Within Therapy, I offer a dedicated, non-judgmental space where we will explore the underlying emotional dynamics that shape your life today.
Are you tired of repeating the same painful experiences, patterns of behaviour, feeling disconnected, or carrying the weight of past hurts or trauma?
I am a Psychodynamic Therapist specialising in deep and lasting change. Many clients come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure why they keep reacting the same way in their personal and professional lives. I believe true healing requires moving beyond surface-level symptoms to understand the root causes of your distress.
At Shelter Within Therapy, I offer a dedicated, non-judgmental space where we will explore the underlying emotional dynamics that shape your life today.
My work with couples focuses on improving communcation, listening skills and questioning assumptions. I support partners to better understand the other and improve connection and intimacy. I also work with siblings and other relationships and have enjoyed working in the NHS and privately. I work with disability, chronic illness, cultural and religious differences, infertility, depression, bereavement, sexual dysfunction, perimenopause among other concerns. I also support partners to separate from relationships that are no longer working and those prepairing for marriage, cohabitation, parenting or the choice not to parent.
My work with couples focuses on improving communcation, listening skills and questioning assumptions. I support partners to better understand the other and improve connection and intimacy. I also work with siblings and other relationships and have enjoyed working in the NHS and privately. I work with disability, chronic illness, cultural and religious differences, infertility, depression, bereavement, sexual dysfunction, perimenopause among other concerns. I also support partners to separate from relationships that are no longer working and those prepairing for marriage, cohabitation, parenting or the choice not to parent.
Nearby Seniors Counsellors Searches for Chessington
- Ashtead
- East Molesey
- Epsom
- Esher
- Ewell
- Kingston upon Thames
- New Malden
- Surbiton
- Sutton
- Teddington
- Thames Ditton
- Worcester Park
FAQ - About Therapy for Seniors
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.
How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.
How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.
What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.