Depression Counselling in Dorking
I support adults and teenagers through a range of issues including anxiety, depression, bereavement, relationship issues and Asperger Syndrome.
Combining CBT and talking therapy, I can help you to have a greater understanding of yourself, your situation and your choices. My sessions offer a warm, confidential, safe space for you to explore your concerns, resulting in increased awareness, clarity and resilience.
I support adults and teenagers through a range of issues including anxiety, depression, bereavement, relationship issues and Asperger Syndrome.
Combining CBT and talking therapy, I can help you to have a greater understanding of yourself, your situation and your choices. My sessions offer a warm, confidential, safe space for you to explore your concerns, resulting in increased awareness, clarity and resilience.
I have experience working with a broad range of psychological and emotional issues, including depression, anxiety/stress and low mood, bereavement/grief and loss.
Are you experiencing a difficult or challenging time in your life? Perhaps you are feeling stuck and unable to move forward? Whatever your reason for considering therapy and viewing my profile, it is often the case that we 'hit the wall' or 'crash' emotionally before we can identify that we may need professional support. When our usual coping mechanisms no longer work the struggle can be overwhelming. As your therapist I recognise this as your first and critical step toward positive change. You are, I'm sure, familiar with the phrase 'if you do what you've always done...you get what you've always got' and how true it is.....
I have experience working with a broad range of psychological and emotional issues, including depression, anxiety/stress and low mood, bereavement/grief and loss.
Are you experiencing a difficult or challenging time in your life? Perhaps you are feeling stuck and unable to move forward? Whatever your reason for considering therapy and viewing my profile, it is often the case that we 'hit the wall' or 'crash' emotionally before we can identify that we may need professional support. When our usual coping mechanisms no longer work the struggle can be overwhelming. As your therapist I recognise this as your first and critical step toward positive change. You are, I'm sure, familiar with the phrase 'if you do what you've always done...you get what you've always got' and how true it is.....
I have an integrative and psychodynamic training and am experienced in working with a range of difficulties including complex depression and anxiety, self-esteem issues, relationship problems and personality difficulties.
We seek psychological help for many reasons. Not only can psychological therapy help when life feels intolerably difficult, but it can also make an “ok” life more fulfilling. Therapy can help to reduce emotional suffering, support change, and promote personal growth. It is a collaborative process and the insight gained can help us look at life from a different perspective and enable us to respond differently to life’s challenges. People often seek support when they are facing life transitions or feel stuck in their lives.
I have an integrative and psychodynamic training and am experienced in working with a range of difficulties including complex depression and anxiety, self-esteem issues, relationship problems and personality difficulties.
We seek psychological help for many reasons. Not only can psychological therapy help when life feels intolerably difficult, but it can also make an “ok” life more fulfilling. Therapy can help to reduce emotional suffering, support change, and promote personal growth. It is a collaborative process and the insight gained can help us look at life from a different perspective and enable us to respond differently to life’s challenges. People often seek support when they are facing life transitions or feel stuck in their lives.
I am a Senior Accredited Integrative Counsellor, Clinical Counselling Supervisor & Child & Young People's Therapist (CYPT) supporting individuals & families. Specialising in Neurodiversity; the range of brain function & differences, behavioural traits such as Autism A.S.D, ADHD/ADD, & SpLD supporting a wide range of issues. My approach to Well-being combines a unique blend of Person-centre, Psychodynamic & Psychoeducation. I also offer official diagnoses of Dyslexia and advise corporate & educational settings on mental health issues. I strive for equality & diversity creating an inclusive atmosphere for everyone.
I am a Senior Accredited Integrative Counsellor, Clinical Counselling Supervisor & Child & Young People's Therapist (CYPT) supporting individuals & families. Specialising in Neurodiversity; the range of brain function & differences, behavioural traits such as Autism A.S.D, ADHD/ADD, & SpLD supporting a wide range of issues. My approach to Well-being combines a unique blend of Person-centre, Psychodynamic & Psychoeducation. I also offer official diagnoses of Dyslexia and advise corporate & educational settings on mental health issues. I strive for equality & diversity creating an inclusive atmosphere for everyone.
Perhaps you are suffering from depression, anxiety or relationship difficulties.
Psychodynamic counselling is a process that works through a therapeutic partnership between the client and the counsellor, to explore and challenge the patterns that you may identify in your life that hold you back, or to deal with issues in relationships or experiences.
Perhaps you are suffering from depression, anxiety or relationship difficulties.
Psychodynamic counselling is a process that works through a therapeutic partnership between the client and the counsellor, to explore and challenge the patterns that you may identify in your life that hold you back, or to deal with issues in relationships or experiences.
My extensive training and experience ensures I am able to help adults and children with a number of difficulties, including (but not limited to): Anxiety, Depression, Low self-esteem, Loneliness, Grief / Loss, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Post-traumatic stress (PTSD), Relationship difficulties (including break-ups), Social anxiety, Sleep difficulties and Work / exam stress
I'm conscious that wait times can be quite long for practitioners at the moment. Having worked privately now for nearly 15 years, I've built connections with a number of other Psychologists. Therefore, as well as running my clinic I offer a screening/recommendation service to ensure you see the best practitioner for you. This discussion is not charged.
My extensive training and experience ensures I am able to help adults and children with a number of difficulties, including (but not limited to): Anxiety, Depression, Low self-esteem, Loneliness, Grief / Loss, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Post-traumatic stress (PTSD), Relationship difficulties (including break-ups), Social anxiety, Sleep difficulties and Work / exam stress
I'm conscious that wait times can be quite long for practitioners at the moment. Having worked privately now for nearly 15 years, I've built connections with a number of other Psychologists. Therefore, as well as running my clinic I offer a screening/recommendation service to ensure you see the best practitioner for you. This discussion is not charged.
Are you finding life difficult and sometimes overwhelming? Maybe you are facing an uncertain future, experiencing feelings of anxiety, low mood, bereavement, abandonment, or isolation? Perhaps you are struggling with problematic relationships, traumatic past events or adverse childhood experiences. Working in a calm, safe, non-judgemental therakpeutic space I could help you heal from painful past experiences, work through current challenges, and envisage a more hopeful future.
Are you finding life difficult and sometimes overwhelming? Maybe you are facing an uncertain future, experiencing feelings of anxiety, low mood, bereavement, abandonment, or isolation? Perhaps you are struggling with problematic relationships, traumatic past events or adverse childhood experiences. Working in a calm, safe, non-judgemental therakpeutic space I could help you heal from painful past experiences, work through current challenges, and envisage a more hopeful future.
I work with people of all ages, from all backgrounds struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction and stress.
Relationships are at the heart of our existence and impact every part of our lives. I explore areas such as; communication, conflict, sex, parenting, identity, historic and current abuse and the 'family system' to help bring understanding around dysfunctional patterns of behaviour and their consequences, in the past and the present.
I work with people of all ages, from all backgrounds struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction and stress.
Relationships are at the heart of our existence and impact every part of our lives. I explore areas such as; communication, conflict, sex, parenting, identity, historic and current abuse and the 'family system' to help bring understanding around dysfunctional patterns of behaviour and their consequences, in the past and the present.
I specialise in working with clients struggling with Anxiety-related issues, Depression and Addictions (alcohol, drugs, sex addictions, pornography, gambling, food & eating, gaming, social media and work)
The counselling journey is never the same but in most cases, it starts with helping the client pinpoint their current challenges and struggles and get clarity on their patterns of thinking and behaving. We will also try to envision what the term “better life” looks like. We will then move into understanding how these patterns came to be. We will explore ho
I specialise in working with clients struggling with Anxiety-related issues, Depression and Addictions (alcohol, drugs, sex addictions, pornography, gambling, food & eating, gaming, social media and work)
The counselling journey is never the same but in most cases, it starts with helping the client pinpoint their current challenges and struggles and get clarity on their patterns of thinking and behaving. We will also try to envision what the term “better life” looks like. We will then move into understanding how these patterns came to be. We will explore ho
Welcome, I'm Niamh - The Anxiety Therapist! I’m here to support you with any anxiety related issues. Panic, anxiety, worry, intrusive thoughts and phobias can seriously impact your quality of life. They can cause uncomfortable physical symptoms, racing thoughts, stop you doing things you enjoy and impact your sleep. If anxious thoughts and feelings are affecting your mental well-being, confidence, relationships, career or social life and you want support, it can help to speak to a professional. I offer online and in person, private 1-1 therapy where we can discuss the difficulties you’re having and how I can best support you.
Welcome, I'm Niamh - The Anxiety Therapist! I’m here to support you with any anxiety related issues. Panic, anxiety, worry, intrusive thoughts and phobias can seriously impact your quality of life. They can cause uncomfortable physical symptoms, racing thoughts, stop you doing things you enjoy and impact your sleep. If anxious thoughts and feelings are affecting your mental well-being, confidence, relationships, career or social life and you want support, it can help to speak to a professional. I offer online and in person, private 1-1 therapy where we can discuss the difficulties you’re having and how I can best support you.
Have you been struggling with low mood, depression, anxiety, stress, burn out?
I am a fully accredited CBT therapist with 20 years of experience of therapeutic work in the NHS. I am a compassionate therapist with a down to earth therapeutic style, trained in a number of different therapeutic modalities. I specialise in CBT with elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I have special interest in Women’s Health.
Have you been struggling with low mood, depression, anxiety, stress, burn out?
I am a fully accredited CBT therapist with 20 years of experience of therapeutic work in the NHS. I am a compassionate therapist with a down to earth therapeutic style, trained in a number of different therapeutic modalities. I specialise in CBT with elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I have special interest in Women’s Health.
For individuals, I provide a space to explore long-standing issues like anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, addiction, low self-esteem, and anger.
Counselling for Couples & Individuals
As a psychodynamic counsellor, I work with both couples and individuals who want to understand how early experiences may be shaping current patterns of thinking, beliefs, and behaviours. For couples, I offer support in navigating relational challenges such as rebuilding trust after an affair, overcoming communication breakdowns, reigniting intimacy, and managing parenting disagreements. Together, we can create a space for each partner to better understand themselves and each other, working towards stronger, more fulfilling relationships.
For individuals, I provide a space to explore long-standing issues like anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, addiction, low self-esteem, and anger.
Counselling for Couples & Individuals
As a psychodynamic counsellor, I work with both couples and individuals who want to understand how early experiences may be shaping current patterns of thinking, beliefs, and behaviours. For couples, I offer support in navigating relational challenges such as rebuilding trust after an affair, overcoming communication breakdowns, reigniting intimacy, and managing parenting disagreements. Together, we can create a space for each partner to better understand themselves and each other, working towards stronger, more fulfilling relationships.
Whether you’re navigating grief, loss, anxiety, depression, or other life struggles, you don’t have to face them alone.
I am a dedicated and empathic professional counsellor with a passion for helping individuals navigate through life's challenges with strength and resilience. Experienced in providing support in a hospice setting, addressing issues related to grief, loss, anxiety and depression. Together we'll set achievable goals and work towards positive change.
Whether you’re navigating grief, loss, anxiety, depression, or other life struggles, you don’t have to face them alone.
I am a dedicated and empathic professional counsellor with a passion for helping individuals navigate through life's challenges with strength and resilience. Experienced in providing support in a hospice setting, addressing issues related to grief, loss, anxiety and depression. Together we'll set achievable goals and work towards positive change.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist and counsellor located in Guildford. I offer a gentle, safe, supportive, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore a wide range of challenges that might feel unsettling to discuss with the outside world. Life brings many challenges and it could be that you think you have lost your way, feel that you have underachieved, find relationships difficult or are hampered by unresolved conflicts from the past. Or none of these.
My consulting room is a short distance from Guildford High Street and the station. It is a quiet, uninterrupted and discrete setting.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist and counsellor located in Guildford. I offer a gentle, safe, supportive, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore a wide range of challenges that might feel unsettling to discuss with the outside world. Life brings many challenges and it could be that you think you have lost your way, feel that you have underachieved, find relationships difficult or are hampered by unresolved conflicts from the past. Or none of these.
My consulting room is a short distance from Guildford High Street and the station. It is a quiet, uninterrupted and discrete setting.
You've reached this page for many reasons, from being diagnosed with a mental health problem to feeling stuck and unable to progress in particular areas of life. I work from the premise that you are an active participant in therapy and hold choice and responsibility in how you want to move forward, whether this includes making sense of, accepting and processing things that have happened to you, or developing existing skills and building new strategies to cope with life's challenges.
You've reached this page for many reasons, from being diagnosed with a mental health problem to feeling stuck and unable to progress in particular areas of life. I work from the premise that you are an active participant in therapy and hold choice and responsibility in how you want to move forward, whether this includes making sense of, accepting and processing things that have happened to you, or developing existing skills and building new strategies to cope with life's challenges.
Hi, my name is Sharon and I help young adults (14+) to heal from family wounds and build stronger relationships.
If you grew up with a parent who struggled with addiction, or without the presence and stability of a loving caregiver, its no surprise adult relationships may feel confusing, overwhelming or unsafe. I help young adults to make sense of their relationship patterns so they can build the kind of relationships they never had modelled - grounded in trust, respect and emotional security.
Hi, my name is Sharon and I help young adults (14+) to heal from family wounds and build stronger relationships.
If you grew up with a parent who struggled with addiction, or without the presence and stability of a loving caregiver, its no surprise adult relationships may feel confusing, overwhelming or unsafe. I help young adults to make sense of their relationship patterns so they can build the kind of relationships they never had modelled - grounded in trust, respect and emotional security.
My experience includes working with anxiety, depression, autism, addiction, complex trauma and PTSD, grief, domestic abuse, anger management, identity, relationship issues and personality disorders.
There are many reasons why we find ourselves in search of a therapist. You might have come to a point in life where you are in search of answers that you would like to explore together in therapy. Perhaps you have noticed patterns over time that you would like to understand better. It could be that you have come to a realisation that something just needs to change or that things just aren't working anymore in the way that they used to.
My experience includes working with anxiety, depression, autism, addiction, complex trauma and PTSD, grief, domestic abuse, anger management, identity, relationship issues and personality disorders.
There are many reasons why we find ourselves in search of a therapist. You might have come to a point in life where you are in search of answers that you would like to explore together in therapy. Perhaps you have noticed patterns over time that you would like to understand better. It could be that you have come to a realisation that something just needs to change or that things just aren't working anymore in the way that they used to.
Are you weighed down by anxiety or depression?
You will be met with warmth and understanding. I will help you to begin to talk about what happened and to acknowledge that journey you've been on. We will look at what the younger version of you thinks and feels - your Inner Child - which so often carries shame and confusion which our adult selves aren't aware of - which stops us living our fullest life.
Are you weighed down by anxiety or depression?
You will be met with warmth and understanding. I will help you to begin to talk about what happened and to acknowledge that journey you've been on. We will look at what the younger version of you thinks and feels - your Inner Child - which so often carries shame and confusion which our adult selves aren't aware of - which stops us living our fullest life.
Life is a safar. A journey. The road is often rough, strewn with obstacles, full of twists. Are you feeling the need for change, to be more in control? Are you stuck, blocked in a spiralling cycle of anxiety that feels impenetrable? Do you feel alone with endless negative thoughts that go round in your head? I strongly believe that once you understand why you act and think the way you do, then you can silence your inner critic and make the changes you desire. Nelson Mandela famously said 'it always seems impossible till its done'. Second to life itself, the most important journey we will ever make is the journey within ourselves.
Life is a safar. A journey. The road is often rough, strewn with obstacles, full of twists. Are you feeling the need for change, to be more in control? Are you stuck, blocked in a spiralling cycle of anxiety that feels impenetrable? Do you feel alone with endless negative thoughts that go round in your head? I strongly believe that once you understand why you act and think the way you do, then you can silence your inner critic and make the changes you desire. Nelson Mandela famously said 'it always seems impossible till its done'. Second to life itself, the most important journey we will ever make is the journey within ourselves.
Most clients I work with are experiencing emotional or mental health challenges such as post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety and panic attacks, depression or anger management as a result of past abuse or rejection.
My therapy is based on Gestalt, Person Centred and CBT approaches and my intervention focusses on what is happening to the clients in the present. Healing current symptoms will help them to be better equipped to understand past traumas. My aim is to support clients finding resources within self to deal with unfinished businesses and to reach happiness.
Most clients I work with are experiencing emotional or mental health challenges such as post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety and panic attacks, depression or anger management as a result of past abuse or rejection.
My therapy is based on Gestalt, Person Centred and CBT approaches and my intervention focusses on what is happening to the clients in the present. Healing current symptoms will help them to be better equipped to understand past traumas. My aim is to support clients finding resources within self to deal with unfinished businesses and to reach happiness.
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Depression Counsellors
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.