LGBTQ+ Affirming Counsellors in Cirencester
Need to find the right person to talk to? If you have only just started to look for help you maybe feeling confused or even overwhelmed by the choice of therapies and therapists available - we understand and are here to help. We offer you a warm and friendly welcome from a selected team of expert therapists who bring an outstanding breadth and depth of experience and knowledge in both the in-person and online private talking therapies. Our team includes counsellors, psychologists, psychotherapists and EMDR practitioners to ensure you can find the right therapist for what you need right now.
Need to find the right person to talk to? If you have only just started to look for help you maybe feeling confused or even overwhelmed by the choice of therapies and therapists available - we understand and are here to help. We offer you a warm and friendly welcome from a selected team of expert therapists who bring an outstanding breadth and depth of experience and knowledge in both the in-person and online private talking therapies. Our team includes counsellors, psychologists, psychotherapists and EMDR practitioners to ensure you can find the right therapist for what you need right now.
Hello, I'm Mark, I am a psychotherapist and work with adults and children with a broad range of challenges. I have a lot of experience working with neurodevelopmental conditions such as Autism and ADHD. During my career I have gained experience helping people in many different settings, including the NHS, schools, neurodevelopmental services and private practice. I use evidence based approaches to help people overcome all kinds of problems.
Our lovely therapy dog, Jelly, is a professional cuddler, he is a great listener and if you wish can be a comforting therapy companion - he charges 2 treats an hour.
Hello, I'm Mark, I am a psychotherapist and work with adults and children with a broad range of challenges. I have a lot of experience working with neurodevelopmental conditions such as Autism and ADHD. During my career I have gained experience helping people in many different settings, including the NHS, schools, neurodevelopmental services and private practice. I use evidence based approaches to help people overcome all kinds of problems.
Our lovely therapy dog, Jelly, is a professional cuddler, he is a great listener and if you wish can be a comforting therapy companion - he charges 2 treats an hour.
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 help conscientious people struggling with trauma, anxiety, stress & confidence heal, address their needs, gain healthy control and fulfilment back in life. With 27 years’ specialist experience, a connecting chuckle, and strategies from Evidence Based Therapies, Embodied Coaching and Somatic / Mindful Stress Reduction, we’ll create empowering paths out of your current struggles. We’ll find healthy solutions in your wellbeing, work and relationships so you feel freer and positively on track. I’m passionate about sharing proven tools & insights that make big differences to people’s long term quality of life and others around them
I help conscientious people struggling with trauma, anxiety, stress & confidence heal, address their needs, gain healthy control and fulfilment back in life. With 27 years’ specialist experience, a connecting chuckle, and strategies from Evidence Based Therapies, Embodied Coaching and Somatic / Mindful Stress Reduction, we’ll create empowering paths out of your current struggles. We’ll find healthy solutions in your wellbeing, work and relationships so you feel freer and positively on track. I’m passionate about sharing proven tools & insights that make big differences to people’s long term quality of life and others around them
I work with all the LGBTQ community.
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 work with all the LGBTQ community.
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.
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.
Hi, I am Max ( Qualified Person Centred Therapist) and I know from my own experience, that life can sometimes be a struggle. Events and experiences can leave us feeling lost, isolated or directionless . At such times, reaching out for help can feel very difficult and it is important that your search leads you to someone you feel you can trust . Counselling is an opportunity to explore thoughts and feelings ,which might be affecting many different areas of your life. With careful and empathic listening, I endeavour to support you in finding your own way through what is often too complex and difficult to manage alone.
Hi, I am Max ( Qualified Person Centred Therapist) and I know from my own experience, that life can sometimes be a struggle. Events and experiences can leave us feeling lost, isolated or directionless . At such times, reaching out for help can feel very difficult and it is important that your search leads you to someone you feel you can trust . Counselling is an opportunity to explore thoughts and feelings ,which might be affecting many different areas of your life. With careful and empathic listening, I endeavour to support you in finding your own way through what is often too complex and difficult to manage alone.
Do you need help with a difficult time in your life? Are you feeling low or anxious, consumed with worry? Perhaps what helped in the past is no longer working. You may be feeling numb or withdrawn. Are traumatic events from your past resurfacing? These challenging experiences are part of us, and when we feel ready it is good to have help. I work closely along side you and together we find out more about yourself, what you want, what is blocking you and how you might overcome this. By addressing these issues can help remove shackles allowing you to grow and realize your full potential.
Do you need help with a difficult time in your life? Are you feeling low or anxious, consumed with worry? Perhaps what helped in the past is no longer working. You may be feeling numb or withdrawn. Are traumatic events from your past resurfacing? These challenging experiences are part of us, and when we feel ready it is good to have help. I work closely along side you and together we find out more about yourself, what you want, what is blocking you and how you might overcome this. By addressing these issues can help remove shackles allowing you to grow and realize your full potential.
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.
I specialise in Relationships, Psychosexual Issues, and GSRD/ LGBTQIA+.
Adolescents (11+) / Individuals or Couples / Relationships / Psychosexual / Trauma / Porn Addiction / Sex Addiction / Sexual Abuse / Boarding School Syndrome / Bereavement / Self-Esteem / Anxiety & Depression / Stress & Anger/ EMDR
You can expect a friendly, down-to-earth experience with a no judgement.
I specialise in Relationships, Psychosexual Issues, and GSRD/ LGBTQIA+.
Adolescents (11+) / Individuals or Couples / Relationships / Psychosexual / Trauma / Porn Addiction / Sex Addiction / Sexual Abuse / Boarding School Syndrome / Bereavement / Self-Esteem / Anxiety & Depression / Stress & Anger/ EMDR
You can expect a friendly, down-to-earth experience with a no judgement.
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.
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.
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.
I work with a psychologically informed understanding of intersectionality and the challenges that come from oppression and generational trauma and offer a welcoming space to those from minority and under-represented backgrounds including BAME, BIPOC and LGBTQIA communities.
Hello, my name is Gina. I’m a qualified, trauma informed, Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). At the heart of my practice is the therapeutic relationship, creating a space where trust can develop and where you can feel heard and deeply valued. I provide both online counselling to UK based and international clients as well as face-to-face therapy sessions in Stroud. My therapeutic support extends to a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns and is a welcoming space to people from all walks of life!
I work with a psychologically informed understanding of intersectionality and the challenges that come from oppression and generational trauma and offer a welcoming space to those from minority and under-represented backgrounds including BAME, BIPOC and LGBTQIA communities.
Hello, my name is Gina. I’m a qualified, trauma informed, Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). At the heart of my practice is the therapeutic relationship, creating a space where trust can develop and where you can feel heard and deeply valued. I provide both online counselling to UK based and international clients as well as face-to-face therapy sessions in Stroud. My therapeutic support extends to a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns and is a welcoming space to people from all walks of life!
I welcome clients of all genders, sexualities, and neurotypes, including LGBTQ+ clients.
You may appear capable and in control on the outside, yet inside feel anxious, uncertain, or disconnected from your own voice. You might overthink conversations, struggle to set boundaries, or notice yourself repeating painful relationship patterns without fully understanding why.
Many of the people I work with learned early that being needed, accommodating, or self-reliant was safer than expressing their own needs. Together, we explore these patterns not as flaws to fix, but as intelligent ways you adapted in order to survive and belong. As we begin to understand where they come from, new choices and ways of relating emerge.
I welcome clients of all genders, sexualities, and neurotypes, including LGBTQ+ clients.
You may appear capable and in control on the outside, yet inside feel anxious, uncertain, or disconnected from your own voice. You might overthink conversations, struggle to set boundaries, or notice yourself repeating painful relationship patterns without fully understanding why.
Many of the people I work with learned early that being needed, accommodating, or self-reliant was safer than expressing their own needs. Together, we explore these patterns not as flaws to fix, but as intelligent ways you adapted in order to survive and belong. As we begin to understand where they come from, new choices and ways of relating emerge.
I offer compassion and kindness when you are struggling with fear, shame and sadness. I have 10 years experience working with adults, children and young people in schools, charities and now I work fully in private practice. I’ve seen people go from strength to strength even in the most difficult situations. I’ve worked with people from all sectors of society and diversity is an important value to me as I appreciate everyone for their individuality and want you to feel truly understood and valued feeling a sense of belonging.
I offer compassion and kindness when you are struggling with fear, shame and sadness. I have 10 years experience working with adults, children and young people in schools, charities and now I work fully in private practice. I’ve seen people go from strength to strength even in the most difficult situations. I’ve worked with people from all sectors of society and diversity is an important value to me as I appreciate everyone for their individuality and want you to feel truly understood and valued feeling a sense of belonging.
More Therapists Nearby
Hi - are you feeling stuck? Repeating the same patterns of behaviour again and again in your life or relationship and going around in circles? Do you feel a lack of love/respect from your partner or someone close to you? Is sex/intimacy or compulsive sexual behaviour an issue? Perhaps trauma, life changes, neurodiversity (adhd/asc) or difficult times have led to anxiety/depression, the trust has gone, or you're feeling sad, angry, lonely, numb, or not sure what you feel anymore? I provide a safe, non-judgmental space supporting individuals, couples, neurodiverse and enm relationships gain confidence to change and improve wellbeing.
Hi - are you feeling stuck? Repeating the same patterns of behaviour again and again in your life or relationship and going around in circles? Do you feel a lack of love/respect from your partner or someone close to you? Is sex/intimacy or compulsive sexual behaviour an issue? Perhaps trauma, life changes, neurodiversity (adhd/asc) or difficult times have led to anxiety/depression, the trust has gone, or you're feeling sad, angry, lonely, numb, or not sure what you feel anymore? I provide a safe, non-judgmental space supporting individuals, couples, neurodiverse and enm relationships gain confidence to change and improve wellbeing.
I find I work well with clients navigating complex experiences such as intense anxiety, mood instability, trauma, psychosis, or overwhelming emotional experiences. Clients I work alongside often feel misunderstood, stuck or disconnected, and want to make sense of what’s happening inside and around them. Their goals might include seeking relief from distressing symptoms, understanding themselves better, or building a more meaningful life. Many want to process past experiences safely and begin to trust themselves and others again. They’re often seeking a skilled, genuine and compassionate therapist who can support them.
I find I work well with clients navigating complex experiences such as intense anxiety, mood instability, trauma, psychosis, or overwhelming emotional experiences. Clients I work alongside often feel misunderstood, stuck or disconnected, and want to make sense of what’s happening inside and around them. Their goals might include seeking relief from distressing symptoms, understanding themselves better, or building a more meaningful life. Many want to process past experiences safely and begin to trust themselves and others again. They’re often seeking a skilled, genuine and compassionate therapist who can support them.
Anyone can access counselling for any reason, there is no ideal client, someone who is willing to explore their inner world and is committed to making positive changes in their life, might get the most out of working with me. If you struggle with issues, such as anxiety, depression, relationship problems, or self-doubt, feel stuck or overwhelmed and may not know how to move forward or might just be looking to develop as a person.
Anyone can access counselling for any reason, there is no ideal client, someone who is willing to explore their inner world and is committed to making positive changes in their life, might get the most out of working with me. If you struggle with issues, such as anxiety, depression, relationship problems, or self-doubt, feel stuck or overwhelmed and may not know how to move forward or might just be looking to develop as a person.
Using an integrative approach (Person-Centred, Gestalt, CBT, Transactional Analysis), I provide a supportive, inclusive, LGBTQIA+ affirming space for all clients.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself or others? Many of the people I work with struggle with anxiety, low mood, grief, or questions about identity and life direction. In our online counselling sessions, I offer a calm and supportive space where you can explore what’s going on and begin to move towards greater clarity and emotional balance.
Using an integrative approach (Person-Centred, Gestalt, CBT, Transactional Analysis), I provide a supportive, inclusive, LGBTQIA+ affirming space for all clients.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself or others? Many of the people I work with struggle with anxiety, low mood, grief, or questions about identity and life direction. In our online counselling sessions, I offer a calm and supportive space where you can explore what’s going on and begin to move towards greater clarity and emotional balance.
Nearby LGBTQ+ Counsellors Searches for Cirencester
- Bishops Cleeve
- Cheltenham
- Driffield
- Faringdon
- Gloucester
- Hyde
- Malmesbury
- Nailsworth
- Stonehouse
- Stroud
- Swindon
- Tetbury
LGBTQ+ Counsellors
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalisation in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.