Sleep or Insomnia Counselling in Eastleigh

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Dr Pat Gwyer
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Eastleigh SO50
Feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, or unhelpful behaviour patterns? Struggling with self-critical thoughts, negative emotions, trauma, or relationship difficulties? Evidence-based therapy can offer new coping strategies to help you regain control of your life. With over 20 years of experience and a former Consultant Clinical Psychologist, I specialise in combining Clinical and Positive Psychology to treat a range of mental health challenges. If you want to make positive changes to your wellbeing, please contact me and let's work together to improve your wellbeing, and get your life back on track.
Feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, or unhelpful behaviour patterns? Struggling with self-critical thoughts, negative emotions, trauma, or relationship difficulties? Evidence-based therapy can offer new coping strategies to help you regain control of your life. With over 20 years of experience and a former Consultant Clinical Psychologist, I specialise in combining Clinical and Positive Psychology to treat a range of mental health challenges. If you want to make positive changes to your wellbeing, please contact me and let's work together to improve your wellbeing, and get your life back on track.
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Rachel Sowden
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Eastleigh SO50
Waitlist for new clients
Are you looking for someone to talk to, explore your experiences, thoughts and feelings? Have you ever found yourself ruminating about the past, or fearful of the future, causing a feeling of stuckness that is impacting your present? Would you like to have a deeper understanding of self, relationships and patterns that may be arising? I am here to help hold that space for you. I’m of the belief that everyone is born unique with their own individual life experiences; I respect that every person has their own story. I strive to create a safe, secure and confidential space for all my clients, to support you towards inner restoration.
Are you looking for someone to talk to, explore your experiences, thoughts and feelings? Have you ever found yourself ruminating about the past, or fearful of the future, causing a feeling of stuckness that is impacting your present? Would you like to have a deeper understanding of self, relationships and patterns that may be arising? I am here to help hold that space for you. I’m of the belief that everyone is born unique with their own individual life experiences; I respect that every person has their own story. I strive to create a safe, secure and confidential space for all my clients, to support you towards inner restoration.
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Community Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Eastleigh SO53
Community Counselling is built on foundations of humanistic therapy. We offer counsellors from different counties and varied modalities within the humanistic approaches. Our ethos is to provide high quality service to our clients and operate on a social enterprise system, which applies a strategy to maximise improvements in the well-being of disadvantaged client groups. ​CC aims to provide a non-judgemental, confidential and supportive environment to promote an atmosphere of trust, enabling clients to bring to the session what is important for them.
Community Counselling is built on foundations of humanistic therapy. We offer counsellors from different counties and varied modalities within the humanistic approaches. Our ethos is to provide high quality service to our clients and operate on a social enterprise system, which applies a strategy to maximise improvements in the well-being of disadvantaged client groups. ​CC aims to provide a non-judgemental, confidential and supportive environment to promote an atmosphere of trust, enabling clients to bring to the session what is important for them.
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Hello, my name is Sarah and I understand that life can be difficult and challenging at times. I have experience with supporting both young people aged 12 and over and adults. I can help with difficulties such as; anxiety, depression, low mood, self-esteem, relationship difficulties , loss, overwhelm, burnout and many other issues.
Hello, my name is Sarah and I understand that life can be difficult and challenging at times. I have experience with supporting both young people aged 12 and over and adults. I can help with difficulties such as; anxiety, depression, low mood, self-esteem, relationship difficulties , loss, overwhelm, burnout and many other issues.
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Clare Webber
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Eastleigh SO50
I am a qualified Humanistic Gestalt counsellor; I am based in Eastleigh, where I see clients at my home. I believe you can only go as far as your counsellor has been. This lived experience means I don't just imagine what you have been through; I have worked through similar situations, which enriches the work we can do together. I see myself as a collective counsellor with further training in different types of counselling, including CBT, Solution-Focused, Person-Centered, TA and addiction counselling. I create a strong therapeutic relationship and use my knowledge to tailor the sessions to meet your needs.
I am a qualified Humanistic Gestalt counsellor; I am based in Eastleigh, where I see clients at my home. I believe you can only go as far as your counsellor has been. This lived experience means I don't just imagine what you have been through; I have worked through similar situations, which enriches the work we can do together. I see myself as a collective counsellor with further training in different types of counselling, including CBT, Solution-Focused, Person-Centered, TA and addiction counselling. I create a strong therapeutic relationship and use my knowledge to tailor the sessions to meet your needs.
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DBS Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Eastleigh SO50
My ideal client may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure about themselves or their situation. They might be struggling with anxiety, low mood, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, or a general sense that something isn’t quite right. Often, they are new to counselling or feeling nervous about starting and are looking for a safe, non-judgemental space where they can talk openly. Their goal is to gain clarity, self-understanding, and emotional relief, and to feel more confident in navigating life’s challenges in a way that feels right for them.
My ideal client may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure about themselves or their situation. They might be struggling with anxiety, low mood, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, or a general sense that something isn’t quite right. Often, they are new to counselling or feeling nervous about starting and are looking for a safe, non-judgemental space where they can talk openly. Their goal is to gain clarity, self-understanding, and emotional relief, and to feel more confident in navigating life’s challenges in a way that feels right for them.
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Leita Sanger
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Eastleigh SO53
Taking the first step to reach out for support can feel daunting — you’re not alone in that. I’m a Person-Centred Counsellor and Supervisor with 9 years of experience, offering a warm, confidential, and non-judgemental space to explore whatever it is thats troubling you. My counselling approach is based on empathy, honesty and respect. I believe that the most meaningful and powerful shifts happen when you feel genuinely heard and accepted, just as you are.
Taking the first step to reach out for support can feel daunting — you’re not alone in that. I’m a Person-Centred Counsellor and Supervisor with 9 years of experience, offering a warm, confidential, and non-judgemental space to explore whatever it is thats troubling you. My counselling approach is based on empathy, honesty and respect. I believe that the most meaningful and powerful shifts happen when you feel genuinely heard and accepted, just as you are.
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S Maidment Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Eastleigh SO50
Choosing to start counselling can feel like a big step, especially if you’re feeling anxious, low, stuck, or uncertain about yourself or your direction. I offer a warm, non‑judgemental space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and explore what’s going on for you at your own pace. I’ve been working as a counsellor since 2009 and I’m trained in person‑centred, humanistic and integrative approaches. This means I tailor therapy to you, rather than using a one‑size‑fits‑all method. Sessions can be short or long term, depending on what you’re looking for, and I offer flexible daytime and evening appointments, both in person and online.
Choosing to start counselling can feel like a big step, especially if you’re feeling anxious, low, stuck, or uncertain about yourself or your direction. I offer a warm, non‑judgemental space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and explore what’s going on for you at your own pace. I’ve been working as a counsellor since 2009 and I’m trained in person‑centred, humanistic and integrative approaches. This means I tailor therapy to you, rather than using a one‑size‑fits‑all method. Sessions can be short or long term, depending on what you’re looking for, and I offer flexible daytime and evening appointments, both in person and online.
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Rebecca Stockley
Counsellor, ACC Reg
1 Endorsed
Eastleigh SO50
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or struggling emotionally? Do you feel a deep unhappiness or a sense of dread? Are you experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, or relational difficulties with others? Whether you're dealing with low self-esteem, chronic illness, living with neurodiversity, stress caring for others, trauma, abuse or working through life challenges, you've come to the right place. You are not alone. I hear you. It can feel a heavy burden impacting your mental health and well-being. Perhaps you have decided to face these issues, and wish for change by developing self-awareness to heal, grow and reach your potential.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or struggling emotionally? Do you feel a deep unhappiness or a sense of dread? Are you experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, or relational difficulties with others? Whether you're dealing with low self-esteem, chronic illness, living with neurodiversity, stress caring for others, trauma, abuse or working through life challenges, you've come to the right place. You are not alone. I hear you. It can feel a heavy burden impacting your mental health and well-being. Perhaps you have decided to face these issues, and wish for change by developing self-awareness to heal, grow and reach your potential.
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Paula Coles
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Eastleigh SO53
Psychotherapist (BACP), Sex Therapist (COSRT), Couples/Relationship Therapist (COSRT), EMDR Therapist (EMDR Association) & Clinical Supervisor. Paula is a fully accredited and highly experienced, post-graduate qualified Therapist. She has over 30 years experience of helping clients achieve sustainable change. She has an outstanding history of working well with clients who have been frustrated by lack of change in their previous therapy.
Psychotherapist (BACP), Sex Therapist (COSRT), Couples/Relationship Therapist (COSRT), EMDR Therapist (EMDR Association) & Clinical Supervisor. Paula is a fully accredited and highly experienced, post-graduate qualified Therapist. She has over 30 years experience of helping clients achieve sustainable change. She has an outstanding history of working well with clients who have been frustrated by lack of change in their previous therapy.
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Angeline Shepperd
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Eastleigh SO53
Angeline is a fully accredited BACP Therapist and EMDR Practitioner Europe Accredited , offering a compassionate, integrative approach to therapy that is deeply rooted in humanistic values. Angeline believes that every person has the inner strength for healing, growth and change. She will help you to connect with your own inner strength at a pace that suits you. Angeline offers a safe, respectful space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences without fear of judgement. If you are experiencing trauma, anxiety or low mood or simply feeling stuck she will work collaboratively with you.
Angeline is a fully accredited BACP Therapist and EMDR Practitioner Europe Accredited , offering a compassionate, integrative approach to therapy that is deeply rooted in humanistic values. Angeline believes that every person has the inner strength for healing, growth and change. She will help you to connect with your own inner strength at a pace that suits you. Angeline offers a safe, respectful space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences without fear of judgement. If you are experiencing trauma, anxiety or low mood or simply feeling stuck she will work collaboratively with you.
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Andy Wareham
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Eastleigh SO50
You’re not alone. I support people facing anxiety, depression, addiction, neurodivergence & other challenges to find clarity, heal, and grow into more confident, fulfilled versions of themselves. Let's chat to see if I'm the right therapist for you. I offer therapy to individuals aged 16+ from lovely spaces in Winchester and Eastleigh.
You’re not alone. I support people facing anxiety, depression, addiction, neurodivergence & other challenges to find clarity, heal, and grow into more confident, fulfilled versions of themselves. Let's chat to see if I'm the right therapist for you. I offer therapy to individuals aged 16+ from lovely spaces in Winchester and Eastleigh.
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Dr Nisha Sharma
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Health Psych.
Online Only
Hello, are you feeling low, anxious, overwhelmed or just stuck and don’t how to move forward, I can help! Taking the first step to seek help can be tough and you might be finding it difficult to know where to start. I offer a safe, supportive and non judgemental space for you to work through current issues. Together we can explore the areas you want more support in and develop a plan to learn skills and techniques to help you cope with the challenges you are facing. I am a Chartered Health Psychologist with over 12 years experience working in the NHS.
Hello, are you feeling low, anxious, overwhelmed or just stuck and don’t how to move forward, I can help! Taking the first step to seek help can be tough and you might be finding it difficult to know where to start. I offer a safe, supportive and non judgemental space for you to work through current issues. Together we can explore the areas you want more support in and develop a plan to learn skills and techniques to help you cope with the challenges you are facing. I am a Chartered Health Psychologist with over 12 years experience working in the NHS.
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Phoebe Clausen-Sternwald
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am an integrative Counsellor and a Grief Educator trained in IFS and CBT with a background in Nursing. I provide short-term and long-term (open-ended) counselling to adults, age over 18. In-person counselling is located in Burley, New Forest. Remote sessions can take place via Zoom, WhatsApp and phone call. You may feel apprehensive about choosing the right counsellor for the issues you wish to deal with. I offer a free 20 minute session to chat with me via WhatsApp or Zoom. This is an opportunity to find out if I would be a good fit for you. Please feel free to contact me for a no-obligation initial chat.
I am an integrative Counsellor and a Grief Educator trained in IFS and CBT with a background in Nursing. I provide short-term and long-term (open-ended) counselling to adults, age over 18. In-person counselling is located in Burley, New Forest. Remote sessions can take place via Zoom, WhatsApp and phone call. You may feel apprehensive about choosing the right counsellor for the issues you wish to deal with. I offer a free 20 minute session to chat with me via WhatsApp or Zoom. This is an opportunity to find out if I would be a good fit for you. Please feel free to contact me for a no-obligation initial chat.
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Laura Nation
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello, I am Laura an experienced therapist, here to help. Through sessions we will be able to understand your thoughts, feelings and behaviours at the moment and how you have gotten to today. We will consider what changes you are able to make to ensure that you are back living your best life. Often by understanding what has happened in the past we can better understand what is challenging today. Vicious cycles can start slowing and build up over time. What makes things easier in the short term can often have a larger impact in the longer term.
Hello, I am Laura an experienced therapist, here to help. Through sessions we will be able to understand your thoughts, feelings and behaviours at the moment and how you have gotten to today. We will consider what changes you are able to make to ensure that you are back living your best life. Often by understanding what has happened in the past we can better understand what is challenging today. Vicious cycles can start slowing and build up over time. What makes things easier in the short term can often have a larger impact in the longer term.
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Melissa Urwin
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I am a Child and Young Person Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, accredited with British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapists (BABCP). I am passionate about improving mental health and specialise in supporting children and young people. I have over 20 years experience in working with children and young people in education and in the NHS within Hampshire CAMHS Mental Health Support Teams. I support individuals between the ages of 8 and 18 years old to overcome and manage emotional and behavioural symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Hi, I am a Child and Young Person Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, accredited with British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapists (BABCP). I am passionate about improving mental health and specialise in supporting children and young people. I have over 20 years experience in working with children and young people in education and in the NHS within Hampshire CAMHS Mental Health Support Teams. I support individuals between the ages of 8 and 18 years old to overcome and manage emotional and behavioural symptoms of anxiety and depression.
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Becky Lea Coker
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
We all go through times when life feels challenging and we need extra support. Whether you’re struggling emotionally, physically, or feel things aren’t quite right, reaching out is a huge step toward creating a meaningful and fulfilling life. As an Integrative Therapist, I work flexibly to meet your unique needs. I bring my professional experience alongside my imperfect, human self. I believe that healing happens through connection; by building a trusting, consistent relationship, we can work together to process experiences that have felt too heavy to carry alone.
We all go through times when life feels challenging and we need extra support. Whether you’re struggling emotionally, physically, or feel things aren’t quite right, reaching out is a huge step toward creating a meaningful and fulfilling life. As an Integrative Therapist, I work flexibly to meet your unique needs. I bring my professional experience alongside my imperfect, human self. I believe that healing happens through connection; by building a trusting, consistent relationship, we can work together to process experiences that have felt too heavy to carry alone.
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Emma O'Sullivan counselling and psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, my name is Emma. I am a counsellor working in Southampton and the New Forest. I offer talking and creative therapy to adults and young people both in person and online. I am a qualified and registered Gestalt therapist, with additional training in humanistic and CBT counselling. I offer a safe, confidential, and supportive space to explore with you any issues that may be affecting your current life circumstances. The approach that I use means that I can offer many tools and techniques that complement the traditional talking therapy, and I am able to adapt my way of working dependent on your needs and goals.
Hi, my name is Emma. I am a counsellor working in Southampton and the New Forest. I offer talking and creative therapy to adults and young people both in person and online. I am a qualified and registered Gestalt therapist, with additional training in humanistic and CBT counselling. I offer a safe, confidential, and supportive space to explore with you any issues that may be affecting your current life circumstances. The approach that I use means that I can offer many tools and techniques that complement the traditional talking therapy, and I am able to adapt my way of working dependent on your needs and goals.
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Thrive Counselling, Psychotherapy & Supervision
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Hello, I'm Lucy, a fully qualified person-centred counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor based in Twyford, near Winchester. I am a registered, accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP Accred), offering professional, experienced, warm and non-judgemental counselling and psychotherapy for clients to explore issues safely and freely. Person-centred therapy is a refreshing therapeutic method; "walking" with you, employing empathic understanding and non-judgemental warmth and acceptance, respecting and trusting your inner resources to support you on your journey.
Hello, I'm Lucy, a fully qualified person-centred counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor based in Twyford, near Winchester. I am a registered, accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP Accred), offering professional, experienced, warm and non-judgemental counselling and psychotherapy for clients to explore issues safely and freely. Person-centred therapy is a refreshing therapeutic method; "walking" with you, employing empathic understanding and non-judgemental warmth and acceptance, respecting and trusting your inner resources to support you on your journey.
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Xenia Kaspar
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, PNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Hello, my name is Xenia and I am passionate about helping you be the best version of yourself. Making the first step towards therapy takes courage and I am proud of you for getting started! Life has it’s challenges and I have certainly had my own over the years. Sometimes we just need support from someone that isn’t family or a close friend; Someone who we can trust that they will hold space for us in order to process certain events, or, a confidential objective party that will listen, without judgement, so we can make sense of ourselves and the world around us.
Hello, my name is Xenia and I am passionate about helping you be the best version of yourself. Making the first step towards therapy takes courage and I am proud of you for getting started! Life has it’s challenges and I have certainly had my own over the years. Sometimes we just need support from someone that isn’t family or a close friend; Someone who we can trust that they will hold space for us in order to process certain events, or, a confidential objective party that will listen, without judgement, so we can make sense of ourselves and the world around us.
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Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.

Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.

Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.

What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.