Parenting Counselling in Colchester

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Essex Inspire Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello, I'm Laura and I understand that life at times can be challenging and as human beings it is natural to seek support during difficult times. If you have found yourself here, you have taken the first step in a difficult period in your life or that of a loved one. I offer a supportive and non judgemental space to explore those uncomfortable feelings, and together we can work towards you feeling able to deal with lifes challenges in a more manageable way. I work in a variety of ways to best support your needs and work in a collaborative way with you, beside you in your journey to a more content way of living.
Hello, I'm Laura and I understand that life at times can be challenging and as human beings it is natural to seek support during difficult times. If you have found yourself here, you have taken the first step in a difficult period in your life or that of a loved one. I offer a supportive and non judgemental space to explore those uncomfortable feelings, and together we can work towards you feeling able to deal with lifes challenges in a more manageable way. I work in a variety of ways to best support your needs and work in a collaborative way with you, beside you in your journey to a more content way of living.
01255 441534 View 01255 441534
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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.
07480 801064 View 07480 801064
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Paul Wadey
Psychotherapist, MRes, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
My clients are individuals, couples, or families (ages 6 to 65+) seeking profound change over months/years. They present with acute Anxiety, Depression, or Trauma/PTSD, complex problems, or nonspecific dissatisfaction. They need a robust therapeutic alliance and tailored support to find clarity, relief, and unlock their inherent potential.
My clients are individuals, couples, or families (ages 6 to 65+) seeking profound change over months/years. They present with acute Anxiety, Depression, or Trauma/PTSD, complex problems, or nonspecific dissatisfaction. They need a robust therapeutic alliance and tailored support to find clarity, relief, and unlock their inherent potential.
01206 417410 View 01206 417410
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Cindy Yeates
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I work with children, young people and adults. I provide a safe and trusting space to enable my clients to explore what it is that has brought them to counselling. I believe in empowering my clients so they explore their feelings and experiences, to work towards liberating themselves from these restricting and overwhelming feelings in order to live a happier life, with more self worth and confidence.
I work with children, young people and adults. I provide a safe and trusting space to enable my clients to explore what it is that has brought them to counselling. I believe in empowering my clients so they explore their feelings and experiences, to work towards liberating themselves from these restricting and overwhelming feelings in order to live a happier life, with more self worth and confidence.
01245 968137 View 01245 968137
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Gemma Gray-Budds
Verified Verified
Online Only
I work with people who have experienced trauma, difficult relationships, childhood adversity, loss, or significant life events that continue to affect their wellbeing. Many feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or struggle to understand why they react the way they do. With over 17 years in mental health services & 9 years in specialist trauma services, I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed and attachment-focused space to help you make sense of your experiences, process what has happened, & move towards lasting change. I’m here to sit with you through those difficult feelings, & hold hope for you when you don’t feel able to.
I work with people who have experienced trauma, difficult relationships, childhood adversity, loss, or significant life events that continue to affect their wellbeing. Many feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or struggle to understand why they react the way they do. With over 17 years in mental health services & 9 years in specialist trauma services, I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed and attachment-focused space to help you make sense of your experiences, process what has happened, & move towards lasting change. I’m here to sit with you through those difficult feelings, & hold hope for you when you don’t feel able to.
01493 801308 View 01493 801308
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Teenage Mental Health ltd
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
A huge part of our work ethos is to support parents and family members of those with mental health struggles and we offer free support services to them.
We help children, adolescents and adults with a range of mental health struggles. Our practice is patient focused so at all times their needs and recovery is at the centre of our work, ensuring positive outcomes for them.
A huge part of our work ethos is to support parents and family members of those with mental health struggles and we offer free support services to them.
We help children, adolescents and adults with a range of mental health struggles. Our practice is patient focused so at all times their needs and recovery is at the centre of our work, ensuring positive outcomes for them.
01473 939871 View 01473 939871
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Caroline Withrington
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Life can be challenging and difficult to navigate at times. We can find ourselves lost, stuck or overwhelmed by our troubles and unsure of how to make sense of our feelings or find a way forward. Counselling can help as it provides a space within which to explore these issues with the support of a trained professional. It offers opportunity for insight and clarity, alongside personal growth, self-awareness and therapeutic change. When we are truly heard and understood, these difficult feelings can begin to seem more manageable and our worries no longer insurmountable.
Life can be challenging and difficult to navigate at times. We can find ourselves lost, stuck or overwhelmed by our troubles and unsure of how to make sense of our feelings or find a way forward. Counselling can help as it provides a space within which to explore these issues with the support of a trained professional. It offers opportunity for insight and clarity, alongside personal growth, self-awareness and therapeutic change. When we are truly heard and understood, these difficult feelings can begin to seem more manageable and our worries no longer insurmountable.
01206 699420 View 01206 699420
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Sandra Mellor
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am a Clinical Supervisor and Counsellor. I work with adults experiencing a variety of issues, such as - divorce and relationship breakdown; bereavement and loss; anxiety; depression; anger; trauma; childhood abuse; self harm; low self-esteem. I practise an integrative, person-centred approach which focuses on the relationship between counsellor and client. It is the development of trust and understanding within this relationship which enables the client to acknowledge their problems and issues at their own pace and to realise solutions, with gentle encouragement and support.
I am a Clinical Supervisor and Counsellor. I work with adults experiencing a variety of issues, such as - divorce and relationship breakdown; bereavement and loss; anxiety; depression; anger; trauma; childhood abuse; self harm; low self-esteem. I practise an integrative, person-centred approach which focuses on the relationship between counsellor and client. It is the development of trust and understanding within this relationship which enables the client to acknowledge their problems and issues at their own pace and to realise solutions, with gentle encouragement and support.
01255 448792 View 01255 448792
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Trauma Psychologist - Dr Noreen Dera
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
On paper, your life works but something still feels off. Maybe you’re doing all the right things, but you’ve lost the spark. Perhaps you notice the same patterns repeating and you are ready to break free of them. Our sessions together can be a place to figure things out, to untangle the thoughts, emotions, and behaviours that have left you feeling lost, disconnected or uncertain. I offer a warm, calm and compassionate space to help you understand yourself more deeply, reconnect with what matters, and create lasting change from the inside and out.
On paper, your life works but something still feels off. Maybe you’re doing all the right things, but you’ve lost the spark. Perhaps you notice the same patterns repeating and you are ready to break free of them. Our sessions together can be a place to figure things out, to untangle the thoughts, emotions, and behaviours that have left you feeling lost, disconnected or uncertain. I offer a warm, calm and compassionate space to help you understand yourself more deeply, reconnect with what matters, and create lasting change from the inside and out.
01279 744854 View 01279 744854
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Denise Moreton International Online
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
I have day time and evening online availability and can accommodate shift working.... I offer a calm and confidential space for you to share and explore your thoughts and feelings; allowing you to talk about whatever is on your mind as honestly as you can. I have a welcoming and down to earth approach and will work with you and help you explore and untangle your fears or worries. I work with a wide variety of emotional difficulties, mental health challenges and relationship issues including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, adult and childhood trauma, and relationship / family difficulties.
I have day time and evening online availability and can accommodate shift working.... I offer a calm and confidential space for you to share and explore your thoughts and feelings; allowing you to talk about whatever is on your mind as honestly as you can. I have a welcoming and down to earth approach and will work with you and help you explore and untangle your fears or worries. I work with a wide variety of emotional difficulties, mental health challenges and relationship issues including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, adult and childhood trauma, and relationship / family difficulties.
01205 334540 View 01205 334540
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Maria Garcia
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Online Only
English-speaking psychotherapist, couples and sex therapist based in Fuengirola, Costa del Sol. I support individuals and couples dealing with relationship issues, intimacy concerns, anxiety, communication difficulties, and life transitions. I offer confidential, compassionate therapy sessions both face-to-face in Fuengirola and online for clients across Spain and internationally. Appointments available for expats, digital nomads, and English-speaking residents seeking professional psychological support
English-speaking psychotherapist, couples and sex therapist based in Fuengirola, Costa del Sol. I support individuals and couples dealing with relationship issues, intimacy concerns, anxiety, communication difficulties, and life transitions. I offer confidential, compassionate therapy sessions both face-to-face in Fuengirola and online for clients across Spain and internationally. Appointments available for expats, digital nomads, and English-speaking residents seeking professional psychological support
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Cara Japon Mbacp Gmbpss
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
I am a BACP registered Integrative Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor (Supervision - £50 per 50 minutes, £70 per 1.5hrs) and a member of the BPS. I am qualified in Person-Centred Counselling, CBT & Psychodynamics. I am fully trained in EMDR therapy (£70 per 50 min, £370 for block of 6 sessions).  I have helped many clients who have had a diagnosis of PTSD and extreme anxiety, to overcome their trauma and markedly reduce their anxiety. I specialise in Relationship and Family Counselling, Dementia, anxiety, depression, work-related stress and breakdowns. I also have vast experience of bereavement counselling.
I am a BACP registered Integrative Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor (Supervision - £50 per 50 minutes, £70 per 1.5hrs) and a member of the BPS. I am qualified in Person-Centred Counselling, CBT & Psychodynamics. I am fully trained in EMDR therapy (£70 per 50 min, £370 for block of 6 sessions).  I have helped many clients who have had a diagnosis of PTSD and extreme anxiety, to overcome their trauma and markedly reduce their anxiety. I specialise in Relationship and Family Counselling, Dementia, anxiety, depression, work-related stress and breakdowns. I also have vast experience of bereavement counselling.
01245 823724 View 01245 823724
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Cara Louise Cobb
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am a qualified Person Centred Counsellor based in Braintree Essex. Registered with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I work with adults and young people from 15+ providing a humanistic counselling approach where I adapt the way I work to meet your individual needs. In my experience, working in this way allows you to reach a better understanding of yourself and the issues you may be faced with. It can also help to boost your confidence, allowing you to have more trust in your own instincts and decision making. I offer in Person and Online sessions.
I am a qualified Person Centred Counsellor based in Braintree Essex. Registered with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I work with adults and young people from 15+ providing a humanistic counselling approach where I adapt the way I work to meet your individual needs. In my experience, working in this way allows you to reach a better understanding of yourself and the issues you may be faced with. It can also help to boost your confidence, allowing you to have more trust in your own instincts and decision making. I offer in Person and Online sessions.
01376 319270 View 01376 319270
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Chapters Therapy services & Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I can offer advice to parents, enabling you to support your child as best you can, and work directly with children/young people to help them face the challenges/issues they are experiencing.
I am a BACP accredited therapist, and I specialise in therapy for families, children and young people. Early intervention is important, and I can provide families or individuals with tools to cope with a range of emotional difficulties. I also offer specialized therapy for cancer patients and their families, from the point of diagnosis to early bereavement support. I also offer Supervision services for qualified and trainee therapists.
I can offer advice to parents, enabling you to support your child as best you can, and work directly with children/young people to help them face the challenges/issues they are experiencing.
I am a BACP accredited therapist, and I specialise in therapy for families, children and young people. Early intervention is important, and I can provide families or individuals with tools to cope with a range of emotional difficulties. I also offer specialized therapy for cancer patients and their families, from the point of diagnosis to early bereavement support. I also offer Supervision services for qualified and trainee therapists.
07480 534332 View 07480 534332
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Joshua Archer
Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You might feel stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or lost in your thoughts. Maybe life has thrown too much at once—or you’ve carried something for too long. You might be neurodivergent, dealing with trauma, addiction, or navigating family struggles. I pride myself that my clients are heard, supported, and offered real tools for change. If, and when you are ready to talk, I offer a safe, straightforward space—online or in Braintree—to help you move forward, your way. I have supported children of all ages, adults and older adults for over 10 years and will take a unique approach to improve you, or a loved ones, quality of life.
You might feel stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or lost in your thoughts. Maybe life has thrown too much at once—or you’ve carried something for too long. You might be neurodivergent, dealing with trauma, addiction, or navigating family struggles. I pride myself that my clients are heard, supported, and offered real tools for change. If, and when you are ready to talk, I offer a safe, straightforward space—online or in Braintree—to help you move forward, your way. I have supported children of all ages, adults and older adults for over 10 years and will take a unique approach to improve you, or a loved ones, quality of life.
01376 297213 View 01376 297213
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SL Psychology Ltd
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Maybe you are struggling at present to understand why things are the way they are? Sometimes we can all get stuck in patterns of relating, both with ourselves and others, that are not the most helpful or productive. Sometimes this means our relationships might suffer, or our life, career and family choices. Having therapy with an experienced practitioner can help you. Therapy is about building a shared understanding of what you are facing. If you are struggling with trauma, family issues, career issues, relationships, abuse, coping difficulties, I can help. I am also happy working with children and adolescents
Maybe you are struggling at present to understand why things are the way they are? Sometimes we can all get stuck in patterns of relating, both with ourselves and others, that are not the most helpful or productive. Sometimes this means our relationships might suffer, or our life, career and family choices. Having therapy with an experienced practitioner can help you. Therapy is about building a shared understanding of what you are facing. If you are struggling with trauma, family issues, career issues, relationships, abuse, coping difficulties, I can help. I am also happy working with children and adolescents
01449 706003 View 01449 706003
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Maureen Pettican
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Thank you for stopping here. If you're searching for support, you've already taken the first step. I'm a Norwich-based counsellor, BACP member, Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society, and final year doctoral student in Counselling Psychology. I specialise in trauma, complex trauma, EMDR, sexual abuse recovery, and anxiety. I'll listen, walk alongside you, and help you find your way through. That first enquiry is not as daunting as it feels — take a breath and reach out, or go to my website to find out more.
Thank you for stopping here. If you're searching for support, you've already taken the first step. I'm a Norwich-based counsellor, BACP member, Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society, and final year doctoral student in Counselling Psychology. I specialise in trauma, complex trauma, EMDR, sexual abuse recovery, and anxiety. I'll listen, walk alongside you, and help you find your way through. That first enquiry is not as daunting as it feels — take a breath and reach out, or go to my website to find out more.
01603 361422 View 01603 361422
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Hannah Grace Counselling
Counsellor, ACC Reg
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I truly believe in the life-changing benefits of counselling and would encourage everyone to try it. We all need a space where we can process our feelings and thoughts clearly. Have you faced a lifetime of not feeling good enough, and would love to experience a better view of yourself? Facing a relationship breakdown? Suffering from high levels of anxiety? Maybe there is a big change in your life or a painful loss. Have you been trying to bury feelings of shame or hurt from something that happened years ago? Have you experienced a traumatic event or abuse and you just can't get rid of the impact of it, no matter how hard you try?
I truly believe in the life-changing benefits of counselling and would encourage everyone to try it. We all need a space where we can process our feelings and thoughts clearly. Have you faced a lifetime of not feeling good enough, and would love to experience a better view of yourself? Facing a relationship breakdown? Suffering from high levels of anxiety? Maybe there is a big change in your life or a painful loss. Have you been trying to bury feelings of shame or hurt from something that happened years ago? Have you experienced a traumatic event or abuse and you just can't get rid of the impact of it, no matter how hard you try?
01255 444230 View 01255 444230
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Jo Bates
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a qualified, integrative counsellor and registered member of the BACP. My training enables me to work using a number of approaches so that I can tailor your sessions to meet your individual needs. We are all different, have different backgrounds, lives and experiences that have shaped us into who we are and how we see the world, so it’s really important that your counselling sessions are shaped around your individual needs and tailored to be most beneficial to you.
I am a qualified, integrative counsellor and registered member of the BACP. My training enables me to work using a number of approaches so that I can tailor your sessions to meet your individual needs. We are all different, have different backgrounds, lives and experiences that have shaped us into who we are and how we see the world, so it’s really important that your counselling sessions are shaped around your individual needs and tailored to be most beneficial to you.
01449 706649 View 01449 706649
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Sarah Fulton
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
Welcome to my Private Practice. I am a Psychotherapist, fully accredited with the NCPS. I offer a variety of therapeutic modalities including: Existential, CBT, psychoanalytic and mindfulness. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, trauma, bereavement, relationship challenges, career dilemma's or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself and your place in the world, it is my role to provide you with a safe and supportive space, where we can explore your thoughts, feelings and challenges and help you on your journey towards emotional well-being.
Welcome to my Private Practice. I am a Psychotherapist, fully accredited with the NCPS. I offer a variety of therapeutic modalities including: Existential, CBT, psychoanalytic and mindfulness. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, trauma, bereavement, relationship challenges, career dilemma's or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself and your place in the world, it is my role to provide you with a safe and supportive space, where we can explore your thoughts, feelings and challenges and help you on your journey towards emotional well-being.
01255 441625 View 01255 441625

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