Counselling in Essex

I work online (via Zoom) and telephone from Manningtree on the Essex/Suffolk border. I specialise in working with individual adult clients who may be experiencing problems with anxiety, bereavement (loss in any form), low self-esteem. I also have experience of working with clients with chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) and Long Covid. I work with my clients to help them make sense of what they may be experiencing, understand themselves, and explore how to live a life which is personally meaningful to them whatever problems they may be experiencing.

As an experienced professional with over 25 years experience, dealing with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship problems, general sadness and more deep rooted issues, I am aware of the need for people to find a therapist who can offer a discreet, confidential space separate to work and home life The key to successful therapy is finding the right therapist for you. However good a therapist is, it is the relationship between the two of you that determines whether you trust them enough, and they come to understand you enough, to help you explore and find solutions for your problem.

Do you feel overwhelmed, unsafe and lonely? Are you finding elements of your life a struggle and don't know where to turn? Can you no longer see the wood for the trees and have lost direction? Many people lose touch with the person they are supposed to be for many reasons and seek to find their true selves again but may just need a helping hand and support along the way. Counselling can be the first step back to removing the barriers which have kept you lost and help you back on the path you were intended to follow.

I’m Clare and I am a qualified, BACP registered counsellor. I work with both adults and young people, providing a safe and compassionate, confidential space where you will be listened to and valued. I use an integrative approach, which means we work collaboratively and tailor the style of therapy to what is best suited to your individual needs. I carry out sessions face to face or remotely, depending on your preference. In addition to my private practice, I work with South East and Central Essex Mind supporting young people with a range of issues.

Hi, my name’s Emma and I am a qualified counsellor and HE lecturer. I work with clients from teens to adults, covering a wide range of issues. These include anxiety, depression and more complex mental health needs.

Now Therapy isn't the therapy of the past. It doesn't assume you're 'broken' or need 'fixing'. Now Therapy is a contemporary, dynamic mental health service, which sees you as an EQUAL - a human being who's figuring things out and is valuable, worthy and capable. ​Now Therapy can work with you - on whatever's going on for you - be it working through difficult issues, implementing change or practicing mental health maintenance. ​There's no time like NOW.

I have 25 years working in mental health. I use predominately CBT but also use elements of third wave therapies, which are therapies that have evolved from CBT. These include: Dialectical Behavioural Therapy; Acceptance and commitment therapy; Meta cognitive therapy; Compassionate based therapy; Mindfulness; General Meta Formulation. I am the creator and founder of the CBT approach called the General Meta Formulation. This is an approach that stems from a range of cognitive and Behavioural Approaches. It focuses on the beliefs that people have about their and others thoughts, emotions, behaviours and physiology.

Life throws up things that we don’t expect, testing our resilience and ability to overcome situations that are often not of our own making. Talking can be key in understanding your predicament and help you move forward. That old saying "a problem shared is a problem halved" really is true. Talking about a problem makes it seem less daunting or troubling. As a counsellor I can offer you that safe, secure place to talk and help you find the right way for you.

I am a chartered clinical psychologist with 15 years experience in mental health. Whilst working in the NHS, I have set up The Sycamore Private Practice so that people outside of mental health services can access support. I have worked with people, who have benefited from making sense of difficult or/and frightening experiences, improving their mood or lowering anxiety. If you would like a safe place in order to understand more about what is going on for you, or perhaps have specific areas that need a focus, we can do this together and at a pace that suits you. I have listed my areas of expertise and experience as a guide for you.

I offer integrative child and young people's counselling and therapeutic child and teenage support. All our children and young people sometimes go through phases where not everything is going to plan. There might have been a bereavement, exam stress, bullying or sudden life changes have had an impact on their self esteem. Your might be concerned because your child has recently become angry, anxious, withdrawn, a bit more challenging or has developed difficulties in school. Sometimes they also struggle to find good friends, put themselves at risk or their physical health becomes affected.

Are you feeling anxious, depressed or stressed? Have you suffered relationship breakdown, loss or bereavement? Do you have an addiction or patterns of behaviour such as anger, fear, low self-esteem or shyness, that are affecting your happiness and relationships? Are you worrying about the future, or something in the past? Are you struggling at work or home, with family, colleagues or friends? Do you feel alone, unable to talk about how you are feeling? Do you want to talk to someone who is caring, supportive and confidential, who will listen without judgement, helping you gain understanding and find a way through your problems?

I am an integrative therapist who values the inner strength it takes one to be vulnerable whilst sharing their lived experience. My focus is to try and walk in one's world. Therefore I value every person I speak to with respect for who they are and how they have got to where they are. I refrain from judging you and provide a source of complete acceptance and support. You will lead the conversation, and I will not attempt to steer you in any direction; instead, I offer a safe, confidential, non-judgemental environment for you to explore and talk about any difficulties you may be experiencing.

Hi, my name is Helena and I am a person-centred counsellor. The basis of my work is that everyone has their own individual experience of their life events making each person unique. I have worked with people from all walks of life, some people had particular goals they had formed and wanted help achieving them. For others that I have worked with, they were people struggling because of early experiences, traumatic events and were trying to make sense of their world on a day-to-day basis.

Do you feel overwhelmed, on edge and struggle to relax? Are you drained and burnt out? Do you ruminate about the past or worry about the future? Is your confidence low? Do you have high standards for yourself- often not feeling good enough? Do you have a harsh self-critic? Has something bad happened that you are struggling to deal with? Do these difficulties show up in your personal and/or your work life? I am a Clinical Psychologist and I understand that life can be hard and that we can be affected by stressors that pile up overtime causing our glass to eventually overflow and by events that rock us to our core.

If your anxiety levels are very high, we'll usually work to bring it down first, then, once you're less stressed out, we'll work on achieving your goals. If you want to take back control and work in a tailored way to suit your personality, you are welcome to a free 30 minute consultation so we can discuss your needs & how I work. I use Counselling, Psychotherapy, EMDR, NLP, ERP, CBT and Hypnotherapy approaches to suit you. Some clients only need 6 sessions, to learn techniques to control anxiety or panic attacks, while others may stay on to resolve the underlying cause/s once they're feeling better.

I have extensive experience of working with primary & secondary school aged children using creative techniques to explore difficulties. Whether it's imaginative play, storytelling or image making all are intended to help participants engage in self-exploration through purposeful meaning-making, visually expressing experiences, perceptions, feelings and thoughts through art & play. Creative Therapy is for Adults & Teens too offering an opportunity to go beyond "thinking" about how we feel to create connection to our embodied "felt" sense. We will work together to help enhancing self awareness alongside self empowerment & resilience.

We all have a past, a present, and a future. Our past can affect our present and our present can affect our future. Whether your past is causing issues here and now, or if you are currently experiencing difficulties now that may affect your future, you are not alone. I am trained in various techniques and use an integrative approach - using a combination of techniques, tailored to meet the needs of each individual. This is the most effective way to get positive results.

You have arrived here because you are seeking something in life. Are you stuck repeating the same relationship patterns? Are you unsatisfied with your job? You may be looking for a new path in life and don’t know where or how to start. Do you find yourself reliving old wounds? Do you feel like life is passing you by and you feel helpless? Or maybe you have been suffering physical pain for years but all the diagnostic tests are normal and doctors cannot find the cause. Whatever the reason might be, you are here because you want to improve your life. You made a decision to live life to your full potential. Let's make a plan together.