Bupa Counselling in Colchester
Welcome! My name is James Ferguson and I am a highly experienced BABCP accredited psychotherapist specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Dessensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT). I offer both in person and online sessions so we can create the ideal therapeutic space for you.
Many people benefit from having a safe and supportive space to speak about life's challenges, whilst working alongside a trusted clinician to explore these difficulties and feel empowered moving forward. This is exactly what I offer in my practice.
Welcome! My name is James Ferguson and I am a highly experienced BABCP accredited psychotherapist specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Dessensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT). I offer both in person and online sessions so we can create the ideal therapeutic space for you.
Many people benefit from having a safe and supportive space to speak about life's challenges, whilst working alongside a trusted clinician to explore these difficulties and feel empowered moving forward. This is exactly what I offer in my practice.
Welcome! I am an experienced and accredited counsellor based in Colchester who truly gets it! I work sensitively with adults struggling with childhood Trauma, ADHD, and Anxiety. You won't find me suited and booted with a notebook, but more likely a friendly smile, trainers, and a cup of tea in hand. I came to therapy work through my journey with trauma, ADHD, parenthood, and all the colourful events that life throws at you. I show up as me, hopefully someone you can relate to and feel comfortable with. I will never leave you lost, sitting in silence and feeling analysed.
Welcome! I am an experienced and accredited counsellor based in Colchester who truly gets it! I work sensitively with adults struggling with childhood Trauma, ADHD, and Anxiety. You won't find me suited and booted with a notebook, but more likely a friendly smile, trainers, and a cup of tea in hand. I came to therapy work through my journey with trauma, ADHD, parenthood, and all the colourful events that life throws at you. I show up as me, hopefully someone you can relate to and feel comfortable with. I will never leave you lost, sitting in silence and feeling analysed.
I am a BACP Registered / Accredited therapist with over 30 years experience of being with persons who have chosen to seek Counselling / therapeutic support. I consider it a privilege to be alongside a person who could be experiencing grief, loss, depression, anxiety, low self esteem or other feelings that can be felt as overwhelming and unmanageable.
I am a BACP Registered / Accredited therapist with over 30 years experience of being with persons who have chosen to seek Counselling / therapeutic support. I consider it a privilege to be alongside a person who could be experiencing grief, loss, depression, anxiety, low self esteem or other feelings that can be felt as overwhelming and unmanageable.
Ian West (Accred) Counsellor and Supervisor
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
3 Endorsed
Colchester CO1
I currently work with BUPA, AXA, Aviva, Vitality, and WPA insurance providers, I can provide receipts for you to submit for reimbursement.
I am an Accredited MBACP Registered Humanistic Integrative Counsellor & Counselling Supervisor with over 10 years of experience in working with individuals, and groups of all ages, sexual orientations and cultural backgrounds. I am based in Colchester CO1. Dependent on your presenting issues/needs I will draw on cognitive, psychodynamic, attachment, and relational theories and concepts, to provide either short-term-focused counselling/therapy or longer-term in-depth psychotherapy.
I currently work with BUPA, AXA, Aviva, Vitality, and WPA insurance providers, I can provide receipts for you to submit for reimbursement.
I am an Accredited MBACP Registered Humanistic Integrative Counsellor & Counselling Supervisor with over 10 years of experience in working with individuals, and groups of all ages, sexual orientations and cultural backgrounds. I am based in Colchester CO1. Dependent on your presenting issues/needs I will draw on cognitive, psychodynamic, attachment, and relational theories and concepts, to provide either short-term-focused counselling/therapy or longer-term in-depth psychotherapy.
Please note that EMDR sessions with me are not covered by BUPA.
I offer a free 30 minute consultation so we can discuss your needs & how I work. I use Counselling, Psychotherapy, EMDR, NLP, ERP, CBT and Hypnotherapy approaches. Some clients only need 6 sessions, to learn techniques to control anxiety or panic attacks, while others may stay on to resolve underlying causes with trauma focused therapy such as EMDR.
Please note that EMDR sessions with me are not covered by BUPA.
I offer a free 30 minute consultation so we can discuss your needs & how I work. I use Counselling, Psychotherapy, EMDR, NLP, ERP, CBT and Hypnotherapy approaches. Some clients only need 6 sessions, to learn techniques to control anxiety or panic attacks, while others may stay on to resolve underlying causes with trauma focused therapy such as EMDR.
I provide counselling for Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples and Families. I am trained in the person centred approach, which involves listening to her clients with empathy allowing her clients to talk creatively in a safe, confidential and dependable environment. The approach is non-directive and puts the client at the heart of the therapeutic process and allows you to set your own pace, one that you are comfortable with. Through a therapeutic relationship based on trust and mutual respect Wendy will provide a warm, confidential and non-judgmental space for you to explore difficult feelings.
I provide counselling for Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples and Families. I am trained in the person centred approach, which involves listening to her clients with empathy allowing her clients to talk creatively in a safe, confidential and dependable environment. The approach is non-directive and puts the client at the heart of the therapeutic process and allows you to set your own pace, one that you are comfortable with. Through a therapeutic relationship based on trust and mutual respect Wendy will provide a warm, confidential and non-judgmental space for you to explore difficult feelings.
Life can be difficult to understand. It can be overwhelming. Sometimes, we end up going around in circles. All of us will experience at least some challenging situations at some point in our lives. Psychological therapy is a safe space to understand and overcome these difficulties. I am a Counselling Psychologist, and we can work together and find ways to improve your wellbeing and alleviate your struggles.
Life can be difficult to understand. It can be overwhelming. Sometimes, we end up going around in circles. All of us will experience at least some challenging situations at some point in our lives. Psychological therapy is a safe space to understand and overcome these difficulties. I am a Counselling Psychologist, and we can work together and find ways to improve your wellbeing and alleviate your struggles.
Are you feeling low, anxious, tired, fed up or alone? Are you navigating challenges with relationships, or stuck in patterns of thinking or behaviour, hurt, unhappy or lost? Is something constantly on your mind, leaving you ill at ease? Or has something knocked you sideways? Are you finding your usual means to cope are not quite enough, or are you switching off, going into overdrive or turning to other strategies in order to keep going? Or are you often angry or critical, hurting or blaming others? Or are you sometimes left thinking you may as well give up or give in? Are you simply overwhelmed or needing help to find direction?
Are you feeling low, anxious, tired, fed up or alone? Are you navigating challenges with relationships, or stuck in patterns of thinking or behaviour, hurt, unhappy or lost? Is something constantly on your mind, leaving you ill at ease? Or has something knocked you sideways? Are you finding your usual means to cope are not quite enough, or are you switching off, going into overdrive or turning to other strategies in order to keep going? Or are you often angry or critical, hurting or blaming others? Or are you sometimes left thinking you may as well give up or give in? Are you simply overwhelmed or needing help to find direction?
Hello, I'm Liz. I'm a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist. I have experience working with people of all ages who are presenting with a wide range of emotional, behavioural and relationship issues, including low mood and anxiety; emotional regulation; the impact of stressful events and past trauma.
Hello, I'm Liz. I'm a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist. I have experience working with people of all ages who are presenting with a wide range of emotional, behavioural and relationship issues, including low mood and anxiety; emotional regulation; the impact of stressful events and past trauma.
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist and have over 10 years experience offering psychological therapy services. I have worked with a wide variety of people, from all walks of life and ages and backgrounds in different therapeutic settings including private practice, within the NHS and the not-for-profit sector. I offer evidence-based therapy tailored to each individual’s needs for a range of difficulties, for example, anxiety, depression, excessive worry, trauma, anger, stress management, work issues, grief/loss or relationship problems.
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist and have over 10 years experience offering psychological therapy services. I have worked with a wide variety of people, from all walks of life and ages and backgrounds in different therapeutic settings including private practice, within the NHS and the not-for-profit sector. I offer evidence-based therapy tailored to each individual’s needs for a range of difficulties, for example, anxiety, depression, excessive worry, trauma, anger, stress management, work issues, grief/loss or relationship problems.
Is your child or young person struggling emotionally? Are they shut down and difficult to reach? Do they seem to have lost some of their spark, energy or joy for life? They might be isolating in their room, resisting going out or refusing to attend school. They might be very anxious, rigid, controlling or unable to cope with any of the expectations placed on them. Do you sometimes feel like you walk on eggshells around them, trying to avoid triggering conflict, unsure whether they’ll be angry and reactive, low and tearful or just numb? Do you feel like you have no real idea what is causing their distress let alone how to help them?
Is your child or young person struggling emotionally? Are they shut down and difficult to reach? Do they seem to have lost some of their spark, energy or joy for life? They might be isolating in their room, resisting going out or refusing to attend school. They might be very anxious, rigid, controlling or unable to cope with any of the expectations placed on them. Do you sometimes feel like you walk on eggshells around them, trying to avoid triggering conflict, unsure whether they’ll be angry and reactive, low and tearful or just numb? Do you feel like you have no real idea what is causing their distress let alone how to help them?
Things can get difficult for all of us in our lives at times. Or we can feel confused about the direction of our lives.
When that happens, and our normal coping strategies aren't working, it can be really helpful to have someone objective to talk to. I will listen non judgmentally and offer you a safe place to work through whatever is troubling you, with respect and trust.
Together we will help you to understand yourself better, and find clarity.
I strongly believe that the relationship between us fosters healing and change. I want to get to know what it is like for you to be you - with your history, feelings and experiences.
Things can get difficult for all of us in our lives at times. Or we can feel confused about the direction of our lives.
When that happens, and our normal coping strategies aren't working, it can be really helpful to have someone objective to talk to. I will listen non judgmentally and offer you a safe place to work through whatever is troubling you, with respect and trust.
Together we will help you to understand yourself better, and find clarity.
I strongly believe that the relationship between us fosters healing and change. I want to get to know what it is like for you to be you - with your history, feelings and experiences.
I understand that sometimes it is difficult and daunting to know where to start when accessing support. I aim to help provide you with an understanding of your difficulties, your strengths and how to make changes to support your wellbeing. I aim to create a collaborative, safe, empathetic and non-judgmental space for our work.
I work in an integrative way using the following evidence based approaches:
- Compassion Focused Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Mindfulness
- EMDR
I support individuals who experience a range of difficulties such as, anxiety, stress, low mood, loss and trauma.
I understand that sometimes it is difficult and daunting to know where to start when accessing support. I aim to help provide you with an understanding of your difficulties, your strengths and how to make changes to support your wellbeing. I aim to create a collaborative, safe, empathetic and non-judgmental space for our work.
I work in an integrative way using the following evidence based approaches:
- Compassion Focused Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Mindfulness
- EMDR
I support individuals who experience a range of difficulties such as, anxiety, stress, low mood, loss and trauma.
The Stockwell Centre has been providing psychotherapy and counselling in Colchester since 1976. Our therapists have varied backgrounds and training, but all share a psychodynamic approach. We provide a safe and confidential setting in which to explore feelings, thoughts, worries, memories and dreams, or to address the experience of bereavement.
We also offer couple counselling for those who are having difficulties in their relationship. In these sessions you will explore how these problems have arisen, look at communication issues, and what changes could be made.
The Stockwell Centre has been providing psychotherapy and counselling in Colchester since 1976. Our therapists have varied backgrounds and training, but all share a psychodynamic approach. We provide a safe and confidential setting in which to explore feelings, thoughts, worries, memories and dreams, or to address the experience of bereavement.
We also offer couple counselling for those who are having difficulties in their relationship. In these sessions you will explore how these problems have arisen, look at communication issues, and what changes could be made.
Emotion can be overwhelming. You may feel pressure to change or feel unable to be true to yourself. Sometimes, past experiences can pull you down. You may feel shame or guilt, or feel completely lost. How would you feel if I told you that it is ok not to be ok, that your feelings are important and what you want from life matters? I work with people from all walks of life and I have had the privilege to witness the positive transformation and resilience that people have. You are not alone and I know change is possible.
Emotion can be overwhelming. You may feel pressure to change or feel unable to be true to yourself. Sometimes, past experiences can pull you down. You may feel shame or guilt, or feel completely lost. How would you feel if I told you that it is ok not to be ok, that your feelings are important and what you want from life matters? I work with people from all walks of life and I have had the privilege to witness the positive transformation and resilience that people have. You are not alone and I know change is possible.
My path to psychotherapy began in my own suffering — years confronting addiction and eating disorders before I ever sat in the therapist's chair. That experience, alongside 25 years of clinical practice at Harley Street, shapes how I work. I am a Jungian analyst with over 20 years of EMDR experience, and hold a Doctorate of Professional Practice — the only clinician in Europe with doctoral research on male eating disorders. Hazelden Foundation trained. Former clinical supervisor at Promis Recovery Centre for five years.
My path to psychotherapy began in my own suffering — years confronting addiction and eating disorders before I ever sat in the therapist's chair. That experience, alongside 25 years of clinical practice at Harley Street, shapes how I work. I am a Jungian analyst with over 20 years of EMDR experience, and hold a Doctorate of Professional Practice — the only clinician in Europe with doctoral research on male eating disorders. Hazelden Foundation trained. Former clinical supervisor at Promis Recovery Centre for five years.
Welcome to Essence Therapy!
I'm Rachel Turner, a qualified counsellor and hypnotherapist offering a safe, supportive space to help you navigate life’s challenges. Whatever challenge you’re dealing, I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey toward clarity and emotional resilience.
With a background in healthcare and a compassionate, person-centred approach, my goal is to help you reconnect with your inner strength and make meaningful changes at your own pace.
You don’t have to face it all alone. Let’s take the next step together.
Welcome to Essence Therapy!
I'm Rachel Turner, a qualified counsellor and hypnotherapist offering a safe, supportive space to help you navigate life’s challenges. Whatever challenge you’re dealing, I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey toward clarity and emotional resilience.
With a background in healthcare and a compassionate, person-centred approach, my goal is to help you reconnect with your inner strength and make meaningful changes at your own pace.
You don’t have to face it all alone. Let’s take the next step together.
Dr Tamara Scully - Stress and Anxiety Specialist
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Everyone faces challenges from time to time. This is important and helps us to grow and develop our resilience and wellbeing. However, sometimes life can feel tricky for prolonged periods of time and can leave us feeling overwhelmed and worried that things may never get any better. A clinical psychologist can support us to better understand the social, emotional and/or behavioural difficulties we are experiencing. They can help us to develop our own resilience by introducing new ways of thinking about and managing situations that leaves us feeling less troubled and more content.
Everyone faces challenges from time to time. This is important and helps us to grow and develop our resilience and wellbeing. However, sometimes life can feel tricky for prolonged periods of time and can leave us feeling overwhelmed and worried that things may never get any better. A clinical psychologist can support us to better understand the social, emotional and/or behavioural difficulties we are experiencing. They can help us to develop our own resilience by introducing new ways of thinking about and managing situations that leaves us feeling less troubled and more content.
I am a recognised provider with BUPA, Aviva, Aetna Global Benefits, Vitality Health, and AXA Healthcare.
You may appear composed and successful, yet beneath the surface feel an unrelenting pressure, cycles of stress, burnout, or emotion that no longer respond to willpower or routine solutions. Perhaps you’ve achieved much, yet something vital still feels unresolved. You may have tried therapy before, only to find it didn’t reach the depth you needed. I work with individuals who value insight, precision, and meaningful change. My specialisms include trauma therapy, EMDR, executive therapy, and addiction recovery.
I am a recognised provider with BUPA, Aviva, Aetna Global Benefits, Vitality Health, and AXA Healthcare.
You may appear composed and successful, yet beneath the surface feel an unrelenting pressure, cycles of stress, burnout, or emotion that no longer respond to willpower or routine solutions. Perhaps you’ve achieved much, yet something vital still feels unresolved. You may have tried therapy before, only to find it didn’t reach the depth you needed. I work with individuals who value insight, precision, and meaningful change. My specialisms include trauma therapy, EMDR, executive therapy, and addiction recovery.
Do you struggle with your emotions? Do you find yourself feeling moody and irritable? Maybe you are battling with high levels of anxiety that is ruining your life. Maybe you’re feeling sad and depressed robbing you of enjoyment in your life. Do you experience a range of intense emotions in a short space of time and slow to get back to “normal”? Do you end up having angry outbursts then feel full of regret afterwards? Do your relationships suffer as a result of intense emotions? Have you developed coping strategies that whilst in the moment might help but longer term are causing additional issues?
Do you struggle with your emotions? Do you find yourself feeling moody and irritable? Maybe you are battling with high levels of anxiety that is ruining your life. Maybe you’re feeling sad and depressed robbing you of enjoyment in your life. Do you experience a range of intense emotions in a short space of time and slow to get back to “normal”? Do you end up having angry outbursts then feel full of regret afterwards? Do your relationships suffer as a result of intense emotions? Have you developed coping strategies that whilst in the moment might help but longer term are causing additional issues?
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