Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Coulsdon
I have worked over 25 years with adults, adolescents, couples, and families who feel stuck in repeating emotional or relational patterns shaped by trauma, loss, attachment wounds, anxiety, depression, or family conflict. Many struggle with relationships, identity, emotional regulation, or life transitions. Using an attachment based approach, informed by RECBT, systemic family therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and psychoanalytic thinking, I offer a consistent therapeutic relationship where clients build insight, process difficult experiences, strengthen resilience, and create healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.
I have worked over 25 years with adults, adolescents, couples, and families who feel stuck in repeating emotional or relational patterns shaped by trauma, loss, attachment wounds, anxiety, depression, or family conflict. Many struggle with relationships, identity, emotional regulation, or life transitions. Using an attachment based approach, informed by RECBT, systemic family therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and psychoanalytic thinking, I offer a consistent therapeutic relationship where clients build insight, process difficult experiences, strengthen resilience, and create healthier ways of relating to themselves and others.
I draw on evidence based models and have specialism in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
As a warm, approachable and skilled practitioner, I can help you to feel heard, gain understanding, build confidence and develop skills to help manage the difficulties you face. I am a highly experienced Psychologist and as such, am able to draw on a range of skills and evidenced-based, NICE recommended therapeutic approaches to best meet your needs.
I draw on evidence based models and have specialism in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
As a warm, approachable and skilled practitioner, I can help you to feel heard, gain understanding, build confidence and develop skills to help manage the difficulties you face. I am a highly experienced Psychologist and as such, am able to draw on a range of skills and evidenced-based, NICE recommended therapeutic approaches to best meet your needs.
We are a small friendly team of experienced Psychologists, CBT therapists and Counsellors based in Epsom, Surrey, who offer a wide range of treatments for many different ages (face to face and online). We value providing a kind and supportive experience, treating everyone with respect and goal oriented approach for anyone looking to improve their mental health and well-being. Our vision is to use our skills and professional training to effectively find solutions that are tailored to individual needs. We help clients to reflect on problems and learn strategies to make positive changes to their lives and relationships.
We are a small friendly team of experienced Psychologists, CBT therapists and Counsellors based in Epsom, Surrey, who offer a wide range of treatments for many different ages (face to face and online). We value providing a kind and supportive experience, treating everyone with respect and goal oriented approach for anyone looking to improve their mental health and well-being. Our vision is to use our skills and professional training to effectively find solutions that are tailored to individual needs. We help clients to reflect on problems and learn strategies to make positive changes to their lives and relationships.
I mix approaches like CBT, DBT, ACT, and CFT with systemic ideas to give you practical tools that fit your life.
Starting therapy can feel daunting, but it shouldn’t feel like another place where you have to "mask." In my practice, I help adults and young people who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, or adults managing chronic conditions like pain and diabetes.
People usually come to me when they’re simply ready for things to change. Together, we’ll look at the bigger picture to understand your patterns while building practical tools that actually work for your life. Whether you’re an adult looking for support or a parent seeking neuro-affirmative care for your child, I’m here to help you navigate it.
I mix approaches like CBT, DBT, ACT, and CFT with systemic ideas to give you practical tools that fit your life.
Starting therapy can feel daunting, but it shouldn’t feel like another place where you have to "mask." In my practice, I help adults and young people who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, or adults managing chronic conditions like pain and diabetes.
People usually come to me when they’re simply ready for things to change. Together, we’ll look at the bigger picture to understand your patterns while building practical tools that actually work for your life. Whether you’re an adult looking for support or a parent seeking neuro-affirmative care for your child, I’m here to help you navigate it.
I use evidence-based approaches, including CBT, ACT and CFT, and can provide neurorehabilitation strategies to support independence.
Are you struggling with everyday life? Do you sometimes feel it is all you can do to keep your head above the water? Has it been made more complicated by a long-term health condition such as a brain injury, heart event or chronic pain? Do you feel the labels anxiety, depression, ADHD don’t really do justice to how you feel? Hi, I’m Rebekah, a qualified clinical psychologist specialising in neuropsychology and clinical health psychology. I am passionate about compassionately helping people make sense of life – through depression, anxiety, or stress, after a health diagnosis or through neurorehabilitation using evidence-based therapy
I use evidence-based approaches, including CBT, ACT and CFT, and can provide neurorehabilitation strategies to support independence.
Are you struggling with everyday life? Do you sometimes feel it is all you can do to keep your head above the water? Has it been made more complicated by a long-term health condition such as a brain injury, heart event or chronic pain? Do you feel the labels anxiety, depression, ADHD don’t really do justice to how you feel? Hi, I’m Rebekah, a qualified clinical psychologist specialising in neuropsychology and clinical health psychology. I am passionate about compassionately helping people make sense of life – through depression, anxiety, or stress, after a health diagnosis or through neurorehabilitation using evidence-based therapy
Hi, I’m Mags. I'm a BABCP Accredited Senior CBT Therapist, EMDR Practitioner, Interpersonal Psychotherapist (IPT-UK Accred) and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years of experience with the NHS, as well as offering trauma-informed psychotherapy in private practice. A lot of my clients come to therapy when the emotional pain or anxiety have taken over their life; they seek my help to reclaim it, and start living to the full again. I will always strive to put all my knowledge and experience into our shared effort to help you heal, make changes and feel fulfilled, if you choose to embark on your therapeutic journey with me.
Hi, I’m Mags. I'm a BABCP Accredited Senior CBT Therapist, EMDR Practitioner, Interpersonal Psychotherapist (IPT-UK Accred) and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years of experience with the NHS, as well as offering trauma-informed psychotherapy in private practice. A lot of my clients come to therapy when the emotional pain or anxiety have taken over their life; they seek my help to reclaim it, and start living to the full again. I will always strive to put all my knowledge and experience into our shared effort to help you heal, make changes and feel fulfilled, if you choose to embark on your therapeutic journey with me.
I integrate evidence-based methods from various therapeutic approaches, such as DBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and CBT, into my practice.
I completed my PGDip at London South Bank University. I obtained my BA degree in Clinical Psychology in 2005 and continued my studies in Philosophy. I have Certificate in "Diagnosis and Assessment of Adults with ADHD” from Adult ADHD Network (UKAAN) and completed the course "Understanding ADHD:Current Research and Practice” at King's College London.
I integrate evidence-based methods from various therapeutic approaches, such as DBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and CBT, into my practice.
I completed my PGDip at London South Bank University. I obtained my BA degree in Clinical Psychology in 2005 and continued my studies in Philosophy. I have Certificate in "Diagnosis and Assessment of Adults with ADHD” from Adult ADHD Network (UKAAN) and completed the course "Understanding ADHD:Current Research and Practice” at King's College London.
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Using Lifespan Integration, somatic work and ACT, we gently process past experiences so your nervous system can begin to register that the past is over.
You might look like you’re coping. Holding things together at work, in friendships or family life. But underneath, it can feel very different. You may feel stuck in patterns in relationships, caught in rumination or regret, or questioning yourself. There can be a quiet sense that something isn’t quite right, or that something about you is flawed. You might long for closeness but feel anxious or unsure how to trust it. Often, this connects back to earlier attachment wounds or emotional neglect, leaving you disconnected from yourself, unsure what you need, and tired of repeating the same patterns.
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Having been a client myself, in my past, I have a strong appreciation of how difficult and painful life can be at times and the benefits of being able to explore what is going on for you in a totally non-judgmental, deeply empathic and confidential space, which is for you and you alone. I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist which means I am qualified and experienced in working with a range of strategies, techniques and modalities, depending on your specific needs with 16 years expc. The therapeutic relationship we will share is central to the work we will do together in order to help you explore and resolve your issues.
I often draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), somatic approaches, trauma-focused rescripting, mindfulness and emotional processing.
Therapy is a partnership — a space to explore life’s challenges, openly and honestly. Therapy is centred on you and its where important changes can begin. We’ll bring curiosity to your thoughts, feelings and behaviours — and how certain patterns may be keeping you stuck. From there, we’ll work towards lasting changes with more clarity and confidence.
I often draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), somatic approaches, trauma-focused rescripting, mindfulness and emotional processing.
Therapy is a partnership — a space to explore life’s challenges, openly and honestly. Therapy is centred on you and its where important changes can begin. We’ll bring curiosity to your thoughts, feelings and behaviours — and how certain patterns may be keeping you stuck. From there, we’ll work towards lasting changes with more clarity and confidence.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure why certain patterns keep showing up in your life? If so, together we can begin to explore what’s going on for you and work towards a deeper understanding of yourself and emotional balance.
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My practice is built on the belief that everyone deserves a space where you can feel safe and supported without judgement.
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I am an integrative psychotherapist and counsellor and I offer online therapy sessions. My approach is flexible, I draw from a range of therapeutic perspectives, tailoring our work to meet your individual needs.
My practice is built on the belief that everyone deserves a space where you can feel safe and supported without judgement.
Combining a person-centered foundation with 10 years of experience, I integrate practical tools from CBT, ACT, and DBT.
I help you build a personalized toolkit for lasting change. Using a pluralistic approach, I adapt every session to your processing style—integrating CBT (pattern mapping), ACT (values & mindfulness), and DBT (distress tolerance). Grounded in 10 years of neurodivergent care, I offer clear, compassionate guidance to help you navigate burnout.
Combining a person-centered foundation with 10 years of experience, I integrate practical tools from CBT, ACT, and DBT.
I help you build a personalized toolkit for lasting change. Using a pluralistic approach, I adapt every session to your processing style—integrating CBT (pattern mapping), ACT (values & mindfulness), and DBT (distress tolerance). Grounded in 10 years of neurodivergent care, I offer clear, compassionate guidance to help you navigate burnout.
I have completed a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and further training in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), compassion-focused therapy (CFT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental therapeutic space. Feeling safe and understood can allow you to share your difficulties. Through the assessment process, we can develop a shared understanding of what has contributed to your feeling this way and your desired goals for therapy. We can then start to identify and establish new ways of coping in line with your values. I have experience working with people from a variety of backgrounds and difficulties.
I have completed a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and further training in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), compassion-focused therapy (CFT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental therapeutic space. Feeling safe and understood can allow you to share your difficulties. Through the assessment process, we can develop a shared understanding of what has contributed to your feeling this way and your desired goals for therapy. We can then start to identify and establish new ways of coping in line with your values. I have experience working with people from a variety of backgrounds and difficulties.
I offer a range of talking therapies: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Narrative Therapy, and systemic approaches.
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I offer a range of talking therapies: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Narrative Therapy, and systemic approaches.
I support adults with the emotional impact of living with a long-term health condition. This might include adjusting to an unexpected change in your life, shifts in your identity or sense of self, or coping with fear, anxiety, and uncertainty about your future. These experiences can feel overwhelming, and the psychological impact is different for everyone. Alongside my private practice, I work in an NHS cancer setting, supporting individuals at diagnosis, throughout treatment, and approaching end-of-life.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counsellors
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.