Men's Issues Counselling in Dursley
Modern life is busy and can be challenging for many of us at some time in our lives. Anxiety, depression and other difficulties can get in the way of living the life that we want, and it can be hard to figure out what to do for the best. Working with an experienced therapist who'll listen in a non-judgemental way to help you understand your problems, what might have caused them or be keeping them going, and what you could do differently can make a huge difference.
Modern life is busy and can be challenging for many of us at some time in our lives. Anxiety, depression and other difficulties can get in the way of living the life that we want, and it can be hard to figure out what to do for the best. Working with an experienced therapist who'll listen in a non-judgemental way to help you understand your problems, what might have caused them or be keeping them going, and what you could do differently can make a huge difference.
I assist adults and older adults to reduce distress, improve awareness, connection, functioning and QoL through face-to-face and online counselling and psychological therapy. You can explore and address your concerns safely with session materials to take away for future reference. I offer evidenced approaches. Since 1998 I have worked with many people in their recovery from a range of emotional, behavioural, personality and mental health issues across various settings to Consultant level. Hopefully, I maybe of assistance to you also. Dr Maria Thompson BSc (Hons) MSc Post-MSc DCounsPsych CPsychol AFBPsS. Desideratum P&C Services Ltd.
I assist adults and older adults to reduce distress, improve awareness, connection, functioning and QoL through face-to-face and online counselling and psychological therapy. You can explore and address your concerns safely with session materials to take away for future reference. I offer evidenced approaches. Since 1998 I have worked with many people in their recovery from a range of emotional, behavioural, personality and mental health issues across various settings to Consultant level. Hopefully, I maybe of assistance to you also. Dr Maria Thompson BSc (Hons) MSc Post-MSc DCounsPsych CPsychol AFBPsS. Desideratum P&C Services Ltd.
Are you facing challenges in your life that feel overwhelming? Would you like to change how things are, or gain a better understanding of what is going on for you? Perhaps what you are experiencing is due to a relationship, something to do with your job or studies, a bereavement or other loss, or something less definable - perhaps just a sense that something is not right for you.
Maybe it is connected to neuro-diversity, low self esteem, depression or anxiety. Whatever your difficulty is, and no matter how big or small it seems to be, by looking for therapy, you are taking a positive step in your life.
Are you facing challenges in your life that feel overwhelming? Would you like to change how things are, or gain a better understanding of what is going on for you? Perhaps what you are experiencing is due to a relationship, something to do with your job or studies, a bereavement or other loss, or something less definable - perhaps just a sense that something is not right for you.
Maybe it is connected to neuro-diversity, low self esteem, depression or anxiety. Whatever your difficulty is, and no matter how big or small it seems to be, by looking for therapy, you are taking a positive step in your life.
I believe the most important thing is to build a good relationship between counsellor and client, a relationship where you can feel secure, accepted, and heard. Through this relationship, awareness of how we feel can be found and with that a healthier way of managing our behaviours can be achieved.
I believe the most important thing is to build a good relationship between counsellor and client, a relationship where you can feel secure, accepted, and heard. Through this relationship, awareness of how we feel can be found and with that a healthier way of managing our behaviours can be achieved.
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Dr Caile Gordon
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about your next steps? With over a decade of experience in mental health, I specialise in helping individuals navigate anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, I assist clients in understanding their experiences and developing effective coping strategies. Offering online therapy sessions, I am accessible to clients across the UK, providing flexibility and convenience.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about your next steps? With over a decade of experience in mental health, I specialise in helping individuals navigate anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, I assist clients in understanding their experiences and developing effective coping strategies. Offering online therapy sessions, I am accessible to clients across the UK, providing flexibility and convenience.
I specialise in supporting adults with ADHD traits, emotional overwhelm, perfectionism, shame, and masking. Using Internal Family Systems (IFS), I offer a gentle, affirming space for sensitive and ND clients.
-You struggle to concentrate, especially at work
-You find it hard to be assertive, and avoid conflict at all costs
-You don't feel like you can be yourself in front of work colleagues and family members
-You constantly replay past conversations in your head
You’ve probably tried other methods of healing, and take better care of yourself than you did in your 20’s…but something still feels like it’s missing.
I specialise in supporting adults with ADHD traits, emotional overwhelm, perfectionism, shame, and masking. Using Internal Family Systems (IFS), I offer a gentle, affirming space for sensitive and ND clients.
-You struggle to concentrate, especially at work
-You find it hard to be assertive, and avoid conflict at all costs
-You don't feel like you can be yourself in front of work colleagues and family members
-You constantly replay past conversations in your head
You’ve probably tried other methods of healing, and take better care of yourself than you did in your 20’s…but something still feels like it’s missing.
I work with many different issues and specialise in working with men's issues, people who live with anxiety, are older adults, grew up in care or are carers needing space for themselves.
Whether you're experiencing anxiety, stress, grief, relationship challenges, or simply need someone to talk to, I offer a safe, supportive, and confidential space where you can feel heard and understood.
I have been a foster carer for over seven years, and I also grew up in a fostering family, as my own parents were foster carers. This unique perspective gives me a deep and personal understanding of life in care—both from the viewpoint of fostered children and those who care for them.
Challenges in adult life often have roots in early childhood. By exploring your beliefs and behaviours it becomes easier to navigate everyday life.
I work with many different issues and specialise in working with men's issues, people who live with anxiety, are older adults, grew up in care or are carers needing space for themselves.
Whether you're experiencing anxiety, stress, grief, relationship challenges, or simply need someone to talk to, I offer a safe, supportive, and confidential space where you can feel heard and understood.
I have been a foster carer for over seven years, and I also grew up in a fostering family, as my own parents were foster carers. This unique perspective gives me a deep and personal understanding of life in care—both from the viewpoint of fostered children and those who care for them.
Challenges in adult life often have roots in early childhood. By exploring your beliefs and behaviours it becomes easier to navigate everyday life.
My expertise is working with men's issues, anxiety, anger, and self-limiting beliefs.
Struggling with overthinking, stress, or a mind that won’t switch off? If you’re dealing with pressure quietly—pushing through, staying functional, but feeling stuck, frustrated, or overwhelmed underneath—you’re not alone. I offer structured CBT therapy in Leamington Spa and online, focused on helping you understand what’s driving these patterns and giving you practical tools to change them. Whether it’s anxiety, anger, stress, or feeling like you’re not where you should be, we’ll work in a clear, goal-focused way to help you regain control—so you can think more clearly, feel calmer, and function at your best.
My expertise is working with men's issues, anxiety, anger, and self-limiting beliefs.
Struggling with overthinking, stress, or a mind that won’t switch off? If you’re dealing with pressure quietly—pushing through, staying functional, but feeling stuck, frustrated, or overwhelmed underneath—you’re not alone. I offer structured CBT therapy in Leamington Spa and online, focused on helping you understand what’s driving these patterns and giving you practical tools to change them. Whether it’s anxiety, anger, stress, or feeling like you’re not where you should be, we’ll work in a clear, goal-focused way to help you regain control—so you can think more clearly, feel calmer, and function at your best.
Are you gripped by anxiety or tired-out because of a low mood and lack of purpose? Or is drink or drugs causing problems in your life? Perhaps you're continually seeking sex or using pornography even when you don't really want to be? Or maybe you just need to be able to talk through what's on your mind without feeling judged, knowing that something isn’t right, even when it’s hard to name exactly what it is.
These are the main reasons men come to me for counselling, working online (UK/international) or in-person (south Manchester).
Are you gripped by anxiety or tired-out because of a low mood and lack of purpose? Or is drink or drugs causing problems in your life? Perhaps you're continually seeking sex or using pornography even when you don't really want to be? Or maybe you just need to be able to talk through what's on your mind without feeling judged, knowing that something isn’t right, even when it’s hard to name exactly what it is.
These are the main reasons men come to me for counselling, working online (UK/international) or in-person (south Manchester).
I began my education in Psychology & Counselling in 2009 and bring over eight years’ working experience within mental health and wellbeing services, alongside a background supporting young people therapeutically with Autism & ADHD. I currently work in a senior role and have experience in one to one Counselling, Coaching, and facilitating a DBT Emotional Skills group. I support clients experiencing relationship difficulties who want to understand their situation, process what has happened, and seek guidance on taking their next step.
I began my education in Psychology & Counselling in 2009 and bring over eight years’ working experience within mental health and wellbeing services, alongside a background supporting young people therapeutically with Autism & ADHD. I currently work in a senior role and have experience in one to one Counselling, Coaching, and facilitating a DBT Emotional Skills group. I support clients experiencing relationship difficulties who want to understand their situation, process what has happened, and seek guidance on taking their next step.
I am a Counsellor based in Manchester offering In person and online sessions. Life can be challenging, and in places it can feel intolerable and overwhelming it can be difficult to know where to start unravelling this, how to make changes, what changes, if any, we need to make, and to try to make sense of why we feel the way that we do. This can be a very painful experience but however dark it may be today, doesn't mean tomorrow won't be lighter, counselling can offer an opportunity to be heard and to be understood. I work with clients from all backgrounds but have particular experience working with Addiction and with LGBT+ issues.
I am a Counsellor based in Manchester offering In person and online sessions. Life can be challenging, and in places it can feel intolerable and overwhelming it can be difficult to know where to start unravelling this, how to make changes, what changes, if any, we need to make, and to try to make sense of why we feel the way that we do. This can be a very painful experience but however dark it may be today, doesn't mean tomorrow won't be lighter, counselling can offer an opportunity to be heard and to be understood. I work with clients from all backgrounds but have particular experience working with Addiction and with LGBT+ issues.
I am a Counsellor and Psychotherapist offering both online and in person sessions. You may be struggling with a specific issue or pattern of behaviour and know already what you would like to talk about. Alternatively, you may simply be feeling down and low and need support with processing your feelings and emotions. Counselling may be able to offer a fresh perspective, or support you to make changes needed to get you to a better place. I work with people from all backgrounds, in a range of areas. I have worked closely with male issues and have experience working with gender diversity and LGBT+ issues.
I am a Counsellor and Psychotherapist offering both online and in person sessions. You may be struggling with a specific issue or pattern of behaviour and know already what you would like to talk about. Alternatively, you may simply be feeling down and low and need support with processing your feelings and emotions. Counselling may be able to offer a fresh perspective, or support you to make changes needed to get you to a better place. I work with people from all backgrounds, in a range of areas. I have worked closely with male issues and have experience working with gender diversity and LGBT+ issues.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or stressed? Maybe it's pressure at work, a difficult relationship, or a growing sense that something needs to change. You may already know exactly what's wrong but haven't found a way through it yet. Many of the men I work with have spent a long time managing on their own before reaching out. Some arrive with a specific difficulty in mind. Others just want space to think honestly about what's going on, with someone outside their work, family, and friendships.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or stressed? Maybe it's pressure at work, a difficult relationship, or a growing sense that something needs to change. You may already know exactly what's wrong but haven't found a way through it yet. Many of the men I work with have spent a long time managing on their own before reaching out. Some arrive with a specific difficulty in mind. Others just want space to think honestly about what's going on, with someone outside their work, family, and friendships.
My clients are typically professional adults in their 30s, 40s, and 50s who are capable, high-functioning, and quietly running on empty. They're holding it together on the outside: meeting deadlines, managing responsibilities, showing up. But something underneath doesn't feel right. A growing disconnection. A sense that the life they've built doesn't quite fit, or an exhaustion they can't shake. Many find it hard to ask for help because they're so used to managing alone. Therapy offers a space to slow down, speak honestly, and explore what's really going on beneath the surface, without being judged, rushed, or told what to do.
My clients are typically professional adults in their 30s, 40s, and 50s who are capable, high-functioning, and quietly running on empty. They're holding it together on the outside: meeting deadlines, managing responsibilities, showing up. But something underneath doesn't feel right. A growing disconnection. A sense that the life they've built doesn't quite fit, or an exhaustion they can't shake. Many find it hard to ask for help because they're so used to managing alone. Therapy offers a space to slow down, speak honestly, and explore what's really going on beneath the surface, without being judged, rushed, or told what to do.
Most people aren’t broken. They’re just used to not being heard.
I work as a counsellor and psychotherapist from a person-centred perspective, grounded in a simple but often overlooked belief: people already hold the capacity to understand themselves, face what’s difficult, and change the direction of their lives.
In a culture obsessed with quick fixes and neat labels, I offer something different—a space where you don’t have to perform, explain yourself perfectly, or be anything other than real. A space built on honesty, empathy, and acceptance.
I don’t position myself as the expert on your life.
You are.
Most people aren’t broken. They’re just used to not being heard.
I work as a counsellor and psychotherapist from a person-centred perspective, grounded in a simple but often overlooked belief: people already hold the capacity to understand themselves, face what’s difficult, and change the direction of their lives.
In a culture obsessed with quick fixes and neat labels, I offer something different—a space where you don’t have to perform, explain yourself perfectly, or be anything other than real. A space built on honesty, empathy, and acceptance.
I don’t position myself as the expert on your life.
You are.
you have ended up here... so let me just say that whatever you are going through can be surmounted... whatever need, issue or goal you have, you have all the resources you need to reach there... and I am confident that I can collaborate with you and help you get to that 'place' on the other side whereas this need, issue or goal can either be gone, managed or achieved...
you have ended up here... so let me just say that whatever you are going through can be surmounted... whatever need, issue or goal you have, you have all the resources you need to reach there... and I am confident that I can collaborate with you and help you get to that 'place' on the other side whereas this need, issue or goal can either be gone, managed or achieved...
Specialising in men’s issues, including sex problems (erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, sex addiction / sexual compulsions, and problematic pornography use / porn addiction); sexual abuse; trauma and PTSD; intrusive sexual thoughts; anger issues; anxiety; depression; adjusting to a physical health condition; relationship issues; stress; sexuality and more. I am a chartered clinical psychologist and EMDR therapist with over 15 years NHS experience of working in mental health and now work full time in private practice online.
Specialising in men’s issues, including sex problems (erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, sex addiction / sexual compulsions, and problematic pornography use / porn addiction); sexual abuse; trauma and PTSD; intrusive sexual thoughts; anger issues; anxiety; depression; adjusting to a physical health condition; relationship issues; stress; sexuality and more. I am a chartered clinical psychologist and EMDR therapist with over 15 years NHS experience of working in mental health and now work full time in private practice online.
I offer Person Centred counselling, a non-directive approach, which believes, given the right conditions, a person can reach their full potential and become their true self. I aim to offer a safe, non-judgemental, supportive, and understanding space for you to talk about past or present feelings, emotions, and events. From our work together, I hope to facilitate your personal growth and self-development thus enabling you to make peace or find resolution of current or past difficulties.
I offer Person Centred counselling, a non-directive approach, which believes, given the right conditions, a person can reach their full potential and become their true self. I aim to offer a safe, non-judgemental, supportive, and understanding space for you to talk about past or present feelings, emotions, and events. From our work together, I hope to facilitate your personal growth and self-development thus enabling you to make peace or find resolution of current or past difficulties.
The reasons we have for seeking therapy are as varied and complex as the people seeking. You may be facing challenges in your life and relationships you wish to overcome. Or want to experience greater creativity, richer relationships, or simply have more ‘good’ days. Within our relationship, I aim to create an environment where you feel comfortable and safe to express, explore and examine your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours both past and present. I am driven to find freedom from the patterns of the past, which existed once to protect us and now may have become self-limiting and even hurtful.
The reasons we have for seeking therapy are as varied and complex as the people seeking. You may be facing challenges in your life and relationships you wish to overcome. Or want to experience greater creativity, richer relationships, or simply have more ‘good’ days. Within our relationship, I aim to create an environment where you feel comfortable and safe to express, explore and examine your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours both past and present. I am driven to find freedom from the patterns of the past, which existed once to protect us and now may have become self-limiting and even hurtful.
Are you seeking a deeper understanding of yourself and the challenges you've faced? Do you feel ready to make meaningful changes in your life? I understand how overwhelming life can be at times and how difficult it can be to navigate your thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Whether you're dealing with bereavement, grief, loss, or grappling with issues around identity, you don't have to face these struggles alone. Anxiety, depression, unresolved anger, or suicidal thoughts can feel paralysing, but there is a way forward. With personal and professional expertise in these areas, I'm here to support you work through them, heal and change.
Are you seeking a deeper understanding of yourself and the challenges you've faced? Do you feel ready to make meaningful changes in your life? I understand how overwhelming life can be at times and how difficult it can be to navigate your thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Whether you're dealing with bereavement, grief, loss, or grappling with issues around identity, you don't have to face these struggles alone. Anxiety, depression, unresolved anger, or suicidal thoughts can feel paralysing, but there is a way forward. With personal and professional expertise in these areas, I'm here to support you work through them, heal and change.
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Is therapy for men different than it is for women?
Therapeutic treatments and types are the same for men as they are for women, with the same protocols followed and the same strategies employed. Discussing one’s feelings and emotions is an integral part of most therapies, and some men find doing so more challenging. Therapists can help clients through the process; some specialize in treating men for this reason.
How do you encourage a man to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either himself or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can men prepare for therapy?
Men can prepare for therapy by approaching the process with an open mind, being willing to talk about their challenges, and giving treatment the time to work. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. It can be useful for men who struggle to recall their emotional states to write down notes between sessions about their response to a given event or how they were feeling at a particular time.
What should men know about the process of therapy?
One of the most common reasons men don’t seek therapy is the notion that there’s something wrong with them if they do. Men should know that just because they’re seeking therapy doesn’t mean they’re mentally ill or damaged in some way. In the same way people work on their bodies through exercise or a craft through practice, therapy can be a way to improve the mental and emotional skills needed to be productive and effective partners, employees, and people in all realms of life.