Divorce Counselling in Chigwell

Karen Bolton
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
I value the uniqueness of each individual experience and will tailor my approach to meet you where you are in your life – working with you so that you no longer feel stuck, unhappy or alone, reducing your anxiety, stress or depression and finding ways to make positive changes that improve your self-acceptance, self-esteem and personal confidence. We can work together so that you are able to address difficult past experiences and gain positive ways to manage your future thoughts, feelings and behaviour. I work with people who are neurodivergent, adapting my practice to ensure specific needs of autism and ADHD are met.
I value the uniqueness of each individual experience and will tailor my approach to meet you where you are in your life – working with you so that you no longer feel stuck, unhappy or alone, reducing your anxiety, stress or depression and finding ways to make positive changes that improve your self-acceptance, self-esteem and personal confidence. We can work together so that you are able to address difficult past experiences and gain positive ways to manage your future thoughts, feelings and behaviour. I work with people who are neurodivergent, adapting my practice to ensure specific needs of autism and ADHD are met.
07480 821478 View 07480 821478
Serenity Pathways Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
This includes supporting those affected by coercive control, narcissistic abuse, divorce, menopause, and single parenting.
I am a person-centred counsellor offering a warm, empathetic and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings safely and at their own pace. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship, built on trust and respect, is central to effective counselling. In our work together, you can expect to be listened to with care, respect, and without judgement. I will not tell you what to do, but will support you in exploring your thoughts and feelings, helping you to gain clarity and a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences.
This includes supporting those affected by coercive control, narcissistic abuse, divorce, menopause, and single parenting.
I am a person-centred counsellor offering a warm, empathetic and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings safely and at their own pace. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship, built on trust and respect, is central to effective counselling. In our work together, you can expect to be listened to with care, respect, and without judgement. I will not tell you what to do, but will support you in exploring your thoughts and feelings, helping you to gain clarity and a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences.
020 4634 9938 View 020 4634 9938
NOW Therapy | Angela DePastino
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
NOW Therapy is a contemporary & dynamic therapeutic service which sees you as an equal - a HUMAN being who's figuring life out in a messy, complicated world - not as someone who's broken and needs fixing. Whatever's going on for you, NOW Therapy can work with you. ​There's no time like NOW! Contact via Email or WhatsApp today.
NOW Therapy is a contemporary & dynamic therapeutic service which sees you as an equal - a HUMAN being who's figuring life out in a messy, complicated world - not as someone who's broken and needs fixing. Whatever's going on for you, NOW Therapy can work with you. ​There's no time like NOW! Contact via Email or WhatsApp today.
020 4538 5734 View 020 4538 5734
The Connected Self Therapy
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, it’s nice to meet you. My name is Pavan. I’m based in London and work online with clients across Europe. I work with individuals tired of pretending they’re fine: thoughtful, capable and outwardly together, yet anxious, burnt out or quietly lost. I offer a deeper, non-clinical space where you don’t have to perform or explain yourself. Shaped by both training and my own therapy, I work gently and honestly. I’m drawn to sensitive, intuitive people who learned to survive by being strong or accommodating. Therapy becomes the place you get to soften and be seen.
Hi, it’s nice to meet you. My name is Pavan. I’m based in London and work online with clients across Europe. I work with individuals tired of pretending they’re fine: thoughtful, capable and outwardly together, yet anxious, burnt out or quietly lost. I offer a deeper, non-clinical space where you don’t have to perform or explain yourself. Shaped by both training and my own therapy, I work gently and honestly. I’m drawn to sensitive, intuitive people who learned to survive by being strong or accommodating. Therapy becomes the place you get to soften and be seen.
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Lorraine Baines
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Are you feeling you need to talk to someone, to help with whats going on now? Do you feel you need to talk to someone about something you have been carrying for years? Then maybe I can help you. I can offer you time and space to unpick, process and explore thoughts and feelings. Or we can look at stress and anxiety and how to manage these better and move forward in a more positive way. This can be achieved in either long term or short term therapy. We can decide together what will be the best option for you. Give me a call and we can have a brief 15mins chat and then you can make the decision to start counselling with me.
Are you feeling you need to talk to someone, to help with whats going on now? Do you feel you need to talk to someone about something you have been carrying for years? Then maybe I can help you. I can offer you time and space to unpick, process and explore thoughts and feelings. Or we can look at stress and anxiety and how to manage these better and move forward in a more positive way. This can be achieved in either long term or short term therapy. We can decide together what will be the best option for you. Give me a call and we can have a brief 15mins chat and then you can make the decision to start counselling with me.
020 3984 8524 View 020 3984 8524
Shahanara Begum
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Are you someone who is feeling stuck or alone, struggling with depression or anxiety? Sometimes we go through low points in life and need some support to get through it. I offer a non-judgemental and a confidential space for all my clients. I work with my clients to heal from traumatic/painful experiences. I help clients to learn to value themselves, increase their self-worth and being their authentic selves. Whether your goal is to overcome depression/anxiety, or feel like you've lost direction in life, I will endeavour to assist you to reach your goal. I am in my late 40's and have also been through my own healing journey.
Are you someone who is feeling stuck or alone, struggling with depression or anxiety? Sometimes we go through low points in life and need some support to get through it. I offer a non-judgemental and a confidential space for all my clients. I work with my clients to heal from traumatic/painful experiences. I help clients to learn to value themselves, increase their self-worth and being their authentic selves. Whether your goal is to overcome depression/anxiety, or feel like you've lost direction in life, I will endeavour to assist you to reach your goal. I am in my late 40's and have also been through my own healing journey.
07479 272344 View 07479 272344
Cheryl Lyn Burgess
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My passion is supporting people with Anxiety, trauma (including childhood trauma showing up in adulthood), attachment issues, bereavement, and relationship challenges. My approach is relational and integrative, meaning I tailor therapy to your unique needs rather than using a one‑size‑fits‑all method. You can expect a warm, grounded, non‑judgemental space. Someone who listens deeply and helps you feel understood. Who can support to break unhelpful patterns and reconnect with yourself, provide greater clarity, connnection with others, confidence and self compassion. A collaborative process where we move at your pace
My passion is supporting people with Anxiety, trauma (including childhood trauma showing up in adulthood), attachment issues, bereavement, and relationship challenges. My approach is relational and integrative, meaning I tailor therapy to your unique needs rather than using a one‑size‑fits‑all method. You can expect a warm, grounded, non‑judgemental space. Someone who listens deeply and helps you feel understood. Who can support to break unhelpful patterns and reconnect with yourself, provide greater clarity, connnection with others, confidence and self compassion. A collaborative process where we move at your pace
01325 796770 View 01325 796770
Simon Good
Psychotherapist, BPC
Serves Area
With over 30 years of experience in clinical work and 20 years of expertise in supervising and teaching psychotherapy and counselling, I have a strong track record of success. For 10 years, I served as the head of Training at a British Psychoanalytic Council accredited program, where I developed the curriculum and helped expand the course into a self-sustaining charity. Alongside my role as a supervisor I also maintain a private practice. Additionally, I am a recognized training analyst and supervisor for doctoral students at both Exeter and Essex universities.
With over 30 years of experience in clinical work and 20 years of expertise in supervising and teaching psychotherapy and counselling, I have a strong track record of success. For 10 years, I served as the head of Training at a British Psychoanalytic Council accredited program, where I developed the curriculum and helped expand the course into a self-sustaining charity. Alongside my role as a supervisor I also maintain a private practice. Additionally, I am a recognized training analyst and supervisor for doctoral students at both Exeter and Essex universities.
07480 534347 View 07480 534347
Samantha Cumberbatch Mbacp
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
My Approach I offer an integrative, client-centred and evidence-based approach to counselling, tailoring therapy to your unique needs and goals. Working collaboratively, I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space where you can explore challenges, build resilience, gain self-awareness and create meaningful change. As a Christian counsellor, I can incorporate faith into our work if this is important to you, always respecting your beliefs and preferences. My aim is to help you find clarity, renewed hope, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
My Approach I offer an integrative, client-centred and evidence-based approach to counselling, tailoring therapy to your unique needs and goals. Working collaboratively, I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space where you can explore challenges, build resilience, gain self-awareness and create meaningful change. As a Christian counsellor, I can incorporate faith into our work if this is important to you, always respecting your beliefs and preferences. My aim is to help you find clarity, renewed hope, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
01708 987264 View 01708 987264
Shivani Sidapra
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
It’s not always easy to reach out for support, but if you’re here, you’ve already taken an important first step. You may be facing relationship challenges, a breakup, family difficulties, loss, uncertainty, anxiety, low mood, or questions about your identity and sense of self. Naming these experiences can help you recognise that you are not alone. Sometimes we all need a safe place to share what we’re carrying. Counselling offers a space to pause, reflect, and begin to heal.
It’s not always easy to reach out for support, but if you’re here, you’ve already taken an important first step. You may be facing relationship challenges, a breakup, family difficulties, loss, uncertainty, anxiety, low mood, or questions about your identity and sense of self. Naming these experiences can help you recognise that you are not alone. Sometimes we all need a safe place to share what we’re carrying. Counselling offers a space to pause, reflect, and begin to heal.
07449 014906 View 07449 014906
Julia Ellingham
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
We hear so much about the benefits of looking after our physical health but often forget our mental health is just as important. In the fast paced, stressful world we live in today, we face many struggles and often find our emotions can start to feel overwhelming. Counselling provides a safe space to talk through whatever you may be going through to help improve your wellbeing. I am a fully qualified Counsellor with a Professional Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and I have experience of working with both adults, young people and children.
We hear so much about the benefits of looking after our physical health but often forget our mental health is just as important. In the fast paced, stressful world we live in today, we face many struggles and often find our emotions can start to feel overwhelming. Counselling provides a safe space to talk through whatever you may be going through to help improve your wellbeing. I am a fully qualified Counsellor with a Professional Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and I have experience of working with both adults, young people and children.
07411 293719 View 07411 293719
Dr Shireen Sultana
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
You may be living with the effects of trauma, anxiety, or long-standing emotional distress, alongside feeling overwhelmed or misunderstood due to ADHD or autistic traits. Past experiences may have involved masking, burnout, or invalidation, leaving you feeling exhausted or unsure of yourself. You might be a busy individual with limited time or feel that weekly therapy hasn’t worked for you. I offer neuroaffirming therapy alongside EMDR intensive therapy to help you process difficult experiences, reduce distress, and gain clarity, supporting you to move forward with greater self-understanding, stability, and confidence.
You may be living with the effects of trauma, anxiety, or long-standing emotional distress, alongside feeling overwhelmed or misunderstood due to ADHD or autistic traits. Past experiences may have involved masking, burnout, or invalidation, leaving you feeling exhausted or unsure of yourself. You might be a busy individual with limited time or feel that weekly therapy hasn’t worked for you. I offer neuroaffirming therapy alongside EMDR intensive therapy to help you process difficult experiences, reduce distress, and gain clarity, supporting you to move forward with greater self-understanding, stability, and confidence.
07588 683393 View 07588 683393
Daniela Pahontu
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I love working with people and I enjoy helping them. I believe that each human being is capable of making changes in life at the right time. I am willing to help people increasing their self-awareness, to find their skills, motivation and willpower to set their goals and work on fulfilling their dreams. I am an Accredited BACP counsellor and author of 'Fellow Travelers in Therapy'.
I love working with people and I enjoy helping them. I believe that each human being is capable of making changes in life at the right time. I am willing to help people increasing their self-awareness, to find their skills, motivation and willpower to set their goals and work on fulfilling their dreams. I am an Accredited BACP counsellor and author of 'Fellow Travelers in Therapy'.
07481 343901 View 07481 343901
Fleur Hocking
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am passionate about helping people find a happier and more fulfilled way of life. You may be struggling with depression, anxiety, recent or past trauma or you may be concerned about your relationship, having difficulty communicating or dealing with the aftermath of an affair. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental and safe place to explore whatever your difficulties are and work through these side by side. I draw upon different approaches to provide a bespoke service to each of my client's particular issues. I have extensive experience working for Relate and in private practice with individuals and couples.
I am passionate about helping people find a happier and more fulfilled way of life. You may be struggling with depression, anxiety, recent or past trauma or you may be concerned about your relationship, having difficulty communicating or dealing with the aftermath of an affair. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental and safe place to explore whatever your difficulties are and work through these side by side. I draw upon different approaches to provide a bespoke service to each of my client's particular issues. I have extensive experience working for Relate and in private practice with individuals and couples.
07400 349407 View 07400 349407
Abigail Louise Andrews
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Confidential, warm and friendly. I work with those experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, the effects of abuse, ADHD and autism. My aim is to help support clients in bringing back the happiness, confidence, normality and strength to their lives. I operate my private practice in Buckhurst Hill, offering both individual, couples and family counselling. Using the person centred approach I aim to build rapport with my clients and empathise with them using a compassionate and nurturing style.
Confidential, warm and friendly. I work with those experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, the effects of abuse, ADHD and autism. My aim is to help support clients in bringing back the happiness, confidence, normality and strength to their lives. I operate my private practice in Buckhurst Hill, offering both individual, couples and family counselling. Using the person centred approach I aim to build rapport with my clients and empathise with them using a compassionate and nurturing style.
07403 935119 View 07403 935119
Tahsin Khan
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
I have always been passionate about understanding the human story, and my journey into psychotherapeutic counselling was born from a desire to support individuals on a deeper level; facilitating profound personal growth and emotional healing.
I have always been passionate about understanding the human story, and my journey into psychotherapeutic counselling was born from a desire to support individuals on a deeper level; facilitating profound personal growth and emotional healing.
020 4538 9798 View 020 4538 9798
Adele Sannie-Lamptey
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Is a current situation challenging you? Or perhaps you feel affected by a past experience? Do you find yourself repeating patterns of behaviour that you'd like to change? Or would you like to explore your identity in more depth and work on building self acceptance? I'm an Integrative Counsellor with over 6 years experience in Private Practice and here to help you process and address what has been troubling you.
Is a current situation challenging you? Or perhaps you feel affected by a past experience? Do you find yourself repeating patterns of behaviour that you'd like to change? Or would you like to explore your identity in more depth and work on building self acceptance? I'm an Integrative Counsellor with over 6 years experience in Private Practice and here to help you process and address what has been troubling you.
020 8016 3730 View 020 8016 3730
Mirna Ahilan
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You might be feeling low, overwhelmed, or not quite yourself, and finding it hard to understand why. On the outside you may be functioning, managing work, relationships, and daily demands, while internally feeling stuck, anxious, or drained. I work with people facing anxiety, trauma, and childhood experiences that impact current relationships, often showing up as repeating patterns, fear of rejection, or difficulty feeling secure. With over 15 years’ experience, I offer integrative therapy tailored to you, helping explore the past, understand its impact on relationships, process experiences, and build more grounded ways of coping.
You might be feeling low, overwhelmed, or not quite yourself, and finding it hard to understand why. On the outside you may be functioning, managing work, relationships, and daily demands, while internally feeling stuck, anxious, or drained. I work with people facing anxiety, trauma, and childhood experiences that impact current relationships, often showing up as repeating patterns, fear of rejection, or difficulty feeling secure. With over 15 years’ experience, I offer integrative therapy tailored to you, helping explore the past, understand its impact on relationships, process experiences, and build more grounded ways of coping.
020 4538 8773 View 020 4538 8773
Anthony John Manning
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Serves Area
My focus in therapy is on a person's life and relationships, past and present. I regard symptoms or behaviour patterns as expressions of distress connected to life circumstances. My style is fairly active, but I'm careful to listen and check what I have heard. I pay attention to a person's narrative, including successes as well as difficulties. I am happy to share knowledge that might help my client or point to resources. Most of my work is relatively short term (12 sessions or less). Typically I start off with a questionnaire which includes client ideas about the goals of our work together.
My focus in therapy is on a person's life and relationships, past and present. I regard symptoms or behaviour patterns as expressions of distress connected to life circumstances. My style is fairly active, but I'm careful to listen and check what I have heard. I pay attention to a person's narrative, including successes as well as difficulties. I am happy to share knowledge that might help my client or point to resources. Most of my work is relatively short term (12 sessions or less). Typically I start off with a questionnaire which includes client ideas about the goals of our work together.
07400 291012 View 07400 291012
Mary Mulherin
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Mary (she/her), I'm passionate about supporting people with anxiety, suicidal thoughts, and relationship issues. Is your mind constantly racing, worrying whether you said or did the right thing? Wondering if people like you? Did you make the right decision? Do you find yourself beating yourself up when you feel like you've got something wrong and find it hard to let go of things. Maybe you find it hard to stand up for yourself. Life can be so overwhelming sometimes we can feel like we don't want to be here. It's exhausting isn't it! I'm guessing you're here because you're fed up and want something to change. I can help you.
Hi, I'm Mary (she/her), I'm passionate about supporting people with anxiety, suicidal thoughts, and relationship issues. Is your mind constantly racing, worrying whether you said or did the right thing? Wondering if people like you? Did you make the right decision? Do you find yourself beating yourself up when you feel like you've got something wrong and find it hard to let go of things. Maybe you find it hard to stand up for yourself. Life can be so overwhelming sometimes we can feel like we don't want to be here. It's exhausting isn't it! I'm guessing you're here because you're fed up and want something to change. I can help you.
01245 950493 View 01245 950493
Divorce Counsellors
How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?
Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.

What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?
There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioural, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioural therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.

When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?
When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.

How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.