ADHD Counselling in Cirencester
With over 10 years' experience as counsellor, I am aware that finding your way through the challenges of life can sometimes seem like an impossible task. Often, we won't share our experience with others because we don't want to be a burden or, we are fearful of being judged. As your counsellor I will offer you the time and space for you to reflect on your feelings, as you process what is going on for you. Our relationship will be one where you feel heard, valued and supported on your journey of self-discovery.
With over 10 years' experience as counsellor, I am aware that finding your way through the challenges of life can sometimes seem like an impossible task. Often, we won't share our experience with others because we don't want to be a burden or, we are fearful of being judged. As your counsellor I will offer you the time and space for you to reflect on your feelings, as you process what is going on for you. Our relationship will be one where you feel heard, valued and supported on your journey of self-discovery.
Counselling offers a space to slow things down and make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface. It’s a place to think clearly, speak honestly, and explore patterns that may be holding you back — whether they come from recent pressures or much earlier experiences.
I work with people who are functioning on the outside but feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected on the inside. Together, we look at what’s shaping your thoughts, emotions, and choices, and create the conditions for meaningful change.
Counselling offers a space to slow things down and make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface. It’s a place to think clearly, speak honestly, and explore patterns that may be holding you back — whether they come from recent pressures or much earlier experiences.
I work with people who are functioning on the outside but feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected on the inside. Together, we look at what’s shaping your thoughts, emotions, and choices, and create the conditions for meaningful change.
Cotswold Neurodevelopmental Service is a dedicated provider of support for adults and children with neurodevelopmental conditions, such as Autism or ADHD.
We offer a wide range of approaches for adults and children, such as talking therapies, music therapy, EMDR, Lego Therapy, pet therapy. Our team offer support for Depression, Anxiety, Social Skills, OCD, ADHD, Autism and anything else you might be experiencing
Cotswold Neurodevelopmental Service is a dedicated provider of support for adults and children with neurodevelopmental conditions, such as Autism or ADHD.
We offer a wide range of approaches for adults and children, such as talking therapies, music therapy, EMDR, Lego Therapy, pet therapy. Our team offer support for Depression, Anxiety, Social Skills, OCD, ADHD, Autism and anything else you might be experiencing
I have a lot of experience working with neurodevelopmental conditions such as Autism and ADHD.
I am trained in and use a number of different therapeutic methods, such as CBT (and CBT-E for eating disorders), DBT, CFT, ACT and Lego Therapy for children. I tailor my approach to each person's difficulties and preferences; working in a flexible and adaptive way, to ensure that the work we undertake together is the best fit for their needs.
I have a lot of experience working with neurodevelopmental conditions such as Autism and ADHD.
I am trained in and use a number of different therapeutic methods, such as CBT (and CBT-E for eating disorders), DBT, CFT, ACT and Lego Therapy for children. I tailor my approach to each person's difficulties and preferences; working in a flexible and adaptive way, to ensure that the work we undertake together is the best fit for their needs.
Therapy offers a place of honesty for the battles in our heads, from medical diagnoses and past trauma may include, questions of sexuality, gender expression, and everyday negative thinking. As life changes, so can how we feel about ourselves, others, and what we want. At times we may feel alone, whatever our relationship status. Ruptures can affect trust, communication, and emotional safety, leaving us hurt or uncertain. Therapy provides space to reflect, reconnect, and find meaning in uncertain times. It can reduce anxiety, deepen understanding, and support harmony between inner needs and the demands of the outside world.
Therapy offers a place of honesty for the battles in our heads, from medical diagnoses and past trauma may include, questions of sexuality, gender expression, and everyday negative thinking. As life changes, so can how we feel about ourselves, others, and what we want. At times we may feel alone, whatever our relationship status. Ruptures can affect trust, communication, and emotional safety, leaving us hurt or uncertain. Therapy provides space to reflect, reconnect, and find meaning in uncertain times. It can reduce anxiety, deepen understanding, and support harmony between inner needs and the demands of the outside world.
Life can feel heavy sometimes. You might be carrying anxiety, low self-esteem, overwhelm, or a sense of being stuck that you just can’t seem to shake. Maybe you’ve been putting on a brave face while inside you’re feeling exhausted, lost, or weighed down by emotions you don’t fully understand. My clients often tell me they just want to feel like themselves again — calmer, clearer, and more in control of their lives.
Life can feel heavy sometimes. You might be carrying anxiety, low self-esteem, overwhelm, or a sense of being stuck that you just can’t seem to shake. Maybe you’ve been putting on a brave face while inside you’re feeling exhausted, lost, or weighed down by emotions you don’t fully understand. My clients often tell me they just want to feel like themselves again — calmer, clearer, and more in control of their lives.
I’m drawn to the notion that as well as having the potential to hurt, relationship (both with self and others) has the power to heal. Deeply rooted damaging and limiting expectations can be lifted, releasing suffocating feelings of shame, loneliness and despair. It is my experience that therapy can help in feeling safely connected, valued, and indeed, loveable.
I’m drawn to the notion that as well as having the potential to hurt, relationship (both with self and others) has the power to heal. Deeply rooted damaging and limiting expectations can be lifted, releasing suffocating feelings of shame, loneliness and despair. It is my experience that therapy can help in feeling safely connected, valued, and indeed, loveable.
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.
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.
Maybe you're struggling after a trauma or bereavement, separation, or with ill-health? Maybe you're feeling alone? Or feel that your life is stuck, or lacking purpose? At times like these, counselling offers a space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings with someone who will strive to understand without judgement, & help you make sense of your feelings, find clarity, or make decisions. I offer all my clients Empathy, Congruence, and Unconditional Positive Regard. I also offer play, sand-tray, art and creative therapies to my younger clients. Home visits are also available.
Maybe you're struggling after a trauma or bereavement, separation, or with ill-health? Maybe you're feeling alone? Or feel that your life is stuck, or lacking purpose? At times like these, counselling offers a space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings with someone who will strive to understand without judgement, & help you make sense of your feelings, find clarity, or make decisions. I offer all my clients Empathy, Congruence, and Unconditional Positive Regard. I also offer play, sand-tray, art and creative therapies to my younger clients. Home visits are also available.
I am an experienced and accredited counsellor who feels passionately about the transformative change that can emerge from good quality therapeutic support and the positive impact it can have on one's life.
I work with adult clients experiencing a wide range of symptoms and difficulties. Some may find they are struggling to manage life and/or their emotions, and may experience feelings of overwhelm. Other clients come to therapy following an upsetting, difficult, or traumatic experience that has recently occurred, or that has happened in the past but continues to cause upset or unease in the here and now.
I am an experienced and accredited counsellor who feels passionately about the transformative change that can emerge from good quality therapeutic support and the positive impact it can have on one's life.
I work with adult clients experiencing a wide range of symptoms and difficulties. Some may find they are struggling to manage life and/or their emotions, and may experience feelings of overwhelm. Other clients come to therapy following an upsetting, difficult, or traumatic experience that has recently occurred, or that has happened in the past but continues to cause upset or unease in the here and now.
Relationships, anxiety, panic, depression, self-esteem, ADHD - I work in these areas and more.
If you'd like a friendly, professional relationship so you can process frustrating or anxious thoughts, test new ideas or challenge old beliefs, without fear of judgment or rejection, then feel free to make contact.
Relationships, anxiety, panic, depression, self-esteem, ADHD - I work in these areas and more.
If you'd like a friendly, professional relationship so you can process frustrating or anxious thoughts, test new ideas or challenge old beliefs, without fear of judgment or rejection, then feel free to make contact.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, phobias, intrusive thoughts, self-doubt, or suicidal thoughts? If so, reaching out can feel like a big step — and you’ve just taken it. To help make things a little easier, I offer a free initial phone call, giving you a chance to see if I’m the right counsellor for you.
We all benefit from feeling heard, understood, and accepted. I work holistically, focusing on the whole person within a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental therapeutic relationship. My aim is to create an open and honest space where you feel supported.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, phobias, intrusive thoughts, self-doubt, or suicidal thoughts? If so, reaching out can feel like a big step — and you’ve just taken it. To help make things a little easier, I offer a free initial phone call, giving you a chance to see if I’m the right counsellor for you.
We all benefit from feeling heard, understood, and accepted. I work holistically, focusing on the whole person within a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental therapeutic relationship. My aim is to create an open and honest space where you feel supported.
Are you feeling Overwhelmed? Anxious? Low mood? Stressed? Feeling like this can be debilitating and can lead to a feeling of stuckness. It can affect your behaviours, your sleep and your overall health and well-being. This can often lead to being stuck in the same patterns of behaviour and this can feel exhausting.
You may have experienced trauma which has left you feeling dysregulated and unsafe. You may be feeling hyper-vigilant and tense, or the opposite, and feeling very low and numb to life. You may be unable to function and live life in the way you want to. This can be really distressing and can make you feel alone.
Are you feeling Overwhelmed? Anxious? Low mood? Stressed? Feeling like this can be debilitating and can lead to a feeling of stuckness. It can affect your behaviours, your sleep and your overall health and well-being. This can often lead to being stuck in the same patterns of behaviour and this can feel exhausting.
You may have experienced trauma which has left you feeling dysregulated and unsafe. You may be feeling hyper-vigilant and tense, or the opposite, and feeling very low and numb to life. You may be unable to function and live life in the way you want to. This can be really distressing and can make you feel alone.
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.
Hello I am Sam (MBACP, COSRT, NCPS Acc)
I see Couples, Individuals, and Young People (age 11+).
I specialise in Relationships, Psychosexual Issues, and GSRD/LGBTQIA+.
I deal with Trauma, PTSD, & offer EMDR therapy.
Therapy can be either Face-to-Face, Online, or by Telephone.
I am a qualified:
Level 4 Psychotherapeutic Counsellor.
Level 5 Therapist trained to work with Young People age 11+.
Level 7 Psychotherapist in Psychosexual & Relationship Therapy.
EMDR Therapist (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) for Trauma & PTSD.
Hello I am Sam (MBACP, COSRT, NCPS Acc)
I see Couples, Individuals, and Young People (age 11+).
I specialise in Relationships, Psychosexual Issues, and GSRD/LGBTQIA+.
I deal with Trauma, PTSD, & offer EMDR therapy.
Therapy can be either Face-to-Face, Online, or by Telephone.
I am a qualified:
Level 4 Psychotherapeutic Counsellor.
Level 5 Therapist trained to work with Young People age 11+.
Level 7 Psychotherapist in Psychosexual & Relationship Therapy.
EMDR Therapist (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) for Trauma & PTSD.
Life can be overwhelming sometimes. Most people have experienced anxiety, stress or low moods at some point and often try to struggle through alone. Seeking professional help can feel daunting and takes courage to make that first call. I work with genuine care and empathy and offer a warm, safe, non-judgemental environment for you to explore what's troubling you with complete confidentiality.
Life can be overwhelming sometimes. Most people have experienced anxiety, stress or low moods at some point and often try to struggle through alone. Seeking professional help can feel daunting and takes courage to make that first call. I work with genuine care and empathy and offer a warm, safe, non-judgemental environment for you to explore what's troubling you with complete confidentiality.
You may be thinking about counselling for many reasons, eg:
You’re trying to come to terms with a loss, or illness.
You're going through a significant life change (e.g., retirement, kids leaving home, career change, relationship breakdown, relocation, becoming a parent).
You may feel angry, sad, depressed, anxious, confused, stuck – and perhaps not know why, or what to do about it.
You may want to make sense of things that happened in the past, or improve a relationship.
Whatever your reason for seeking counselling, it can help you to understand yourself better, and feel more confident to make the changes that are important to you.
You may be thinking about counselling for many reasons, eg:
You’re trying to come to terms with a loss, or illness.
You're going through a significant life change (e.g., retirement, kids leaving home, career change, relationship breakdown, relocation, becoming a parent).
You may feel angry, sad, depressed, anxious, confused, stuck – and perhaps not know why, or what to do about it.
You may want to make sense of things that happened in the past, or improve a relationship.
Whatever your reason for seeking counselling, it can help you to understand yourself better, and feel more confident to make the changes that are important to you.
I support clients with anxiety, phobias, insomnia, pain management, and emotional overwhelm, as well as those experiencing challenges linked to ADHD, autism, or PMDD.
I can help by offering a safe, supportive space where you can explore what is happening in your life and begin to feel more in control. My approach combines hypnotherapy and integrative psychotherapy.
I support clients with anxiety, phobias, insomnia, pain management, and emotional overwhelm, as well as those experiencing challenges linked to ADHD, autism, or PMDD.
I can help by offering a safe, supportive space where you can explore what is happening in your life and begin to feel more in control. My approach combines hypnotherapy and integrative psychotherapy.
Life can often be seen that we put the needs of others' before our own, therefore neglecting ourselves and experiencing difficult environments and emotions. I offer time for 'you' to explore your own needs and provide this by short or long term therapy, based on your emotional needs. As an integrative therapist, I invite clients to experience different ways of exploring personal experiences and create positive change to the challenges that are faced. The therapy I offer is a process that helps you restore your natural sense of harmony and balance.
Life can often be seen that we put the needs of others' before our own, therefore neglecting ourselves and experiencing difficult environments and emotions. I offer time for 'you' to explore your own needs and provide this by short or long term therapy, based on your emotional needs. As an integrative therapist, I invite clients to experience different ways of exploring personal experiences and create positive change to the challenges that are faced. The therapy I offer is a process that helps you restore your natural sense of harmony and balance.
As a qualified integrative therapist, respect is at the centre of my beliefs. I fervently believe that an individual, no matter who you are, should have the arena in which to be heard, without prejudice, without judgement, and with compassion. Our inclusive space will be one of confidentiality, trust and a pace that you feel able to go at, and my hope is that we will work to resolve, or at least identify, some, if not all, of the reasons that you've decided to reach out.
As a qualified integrative therapist, respect is at the centre of my beliefs. I fervently believe that an individual, no matter who you are, should have the arena in which to be heard, without prejudice, without judgement, and with compassion. Our inclusive space will be one of confidentiality, trust and a pace that you feel able to go at, and my hope is that we will work to resolve, or at least identify, some, if not all, of the reasons that you've decided to reach out.
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ADHD Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioural therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.