Female Counsellors in Gillingham

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Dr Esthefanea F. Santos
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Are you feeling overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or exhausted from trying to hold everything together? Maybe you're constantly overthinking, feeling low, or just not like yourself lately. You might be managing work, relationships, or daily life on the outside, but inside, something feels off. I help adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and burnout create more space to breathe, reflect, and feel like themselves again. Whether you’re dealing with racing thoughts, low energy, emotional numbness, or simply the sense that you’re no longer coping in the way you used to, I can help.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, emotionally stuck, or exhausted from trying to hold everything together? Maybe you're constantly overthinking, feeling low, or just not like yourself lately. You might be managing work, relationships, or daily life on the outside, but inside, something feels off. I help adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and burnout create more space to breathe, reflect, and feel like themselves again. Whether you’re dealing with racing thoughts, low energy, emotional numbness, or simply the sense that you’re no longer coping in the way you used to, I can help.
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Helen Hayward
Counsellor, BPC
I am an experienced psychodynamic counsellor offering a confidential and reflective space to explore emotional difficulties, relationships and patterns that may feel stuck. My work is based on the understanding that past experiences can influence how we feel and relate in the present. I work collaboratively to explore recurring themes and emotional responses, supporting greater self-awareness and meaningful change. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space where difficult feelings can be explored with care and curiosity.
I am an experienced psychodynamic counsellor offering a confidential and reflective space to explore emotional difficulties, relationships and patterns that may feel stuck. My work is based on the understanding that past experiences can influence how we feel and relate in the present. I work collaboratively to explore recurring themes and emotional responses, supporting greater self-awareness and meaningful change. I provide a safe, non-judgemental space where difficult feelings can be explored with care and curiosity.
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Sophie Wilson
Counsellor, MBACP
Occasionally, we find ourselves experiencing a wide range of difficulties. It could be anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, grief, or just a sense that you do not feel good enough no matter how hard you try. Whatever the reason, I understand that it can feel incredibly isolating and as if no one seems to understand you or how you are feeling. It can reach a point where we begin to recognise that something has got to change; but are just not sure what that is yet. I truly believe that part of the healing power is the ability to untangle your thoughts and feelings freely, without the fear of judgement and being truly heard.
Occasionally, we find ourselves experiencing a wide range of difficulties. It could be anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, grief, or just a sense that you do not feel good enough no matter how hard you try. Whatever the reason, I understand that it can feel incredibly isolating and as if no one seems to understand you or how you are feeling. It can reach a point where we begin to recognise that something has got to change; but are just not sure what that is yet. I truly believe that part of the healing power is the ability to untangle your thoughts and feelings freely, without the fear of judgement and being truly heard.
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Debbie Cooley
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My name is Debbie, and I am an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor. I work with people who are carrying experiences that feel heavy, overwhelming, or difficult to hold alone. Many of the clients who come to me have lived through trauma, loss, or long periods of coping on their own, and are now seeking a space that feels safe, human, and respectful of their story. My way of working is down to earth, relational, and conversational, grounded in real human connection rather than anything clinical or detached.
My name is Debbie, and I am an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor. I work with people who are carrying experiences that feel heavy, overwhelming, or difficult to hold alone. Many of the clients who come to me have lived through trauma, loss, or long periods of coping on their own, and are now seeking a space that feels safe, human, and respectful of their story. My way of working is down to earth, relational, and conversational, grounded in real human connection rather than anything clinical or detached.
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JoAnne Regina
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
I am an integrative psychotherapist and EMDR practitioner with over seventeen years experience. I have extensive training and clinical experience in the treatment of a range of psychological disorders, with a particular focus on trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder and problems caused by adverse childhood experiences including low self esteem, relationship difficulties, and emotional dysregulation. In addition, I have worked extensively with first responders and military veterans, giving me a deep understanding of the stressors unique to the these communities.
I am an integrative psychotherapist and EMDR practitioner with over seventeen years experience. I have extensive training and clinical experience in the treatment of a range of psychological disorders, with a particular focus on trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder and problems caused by adverse childhood experiences including low self esteem, relationship difficulties, and emotional dysregulation. In addition, I have worked extensively with first responders and military veterans, giving me a deep understanding of the stressors unique to the these communities.
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Cindy Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
I am an experienced, humanistic, relational counsellor . I trained and work integratively. This means I use several different models of counselling intertwined, leaning more to one than the others as required by the individual. These include Person Centred, CBT, Psychodynamic and Existential . Post qualifying, I have trained extensively in working with trauma. I believe the quality of the relationship between client and counsellor is very important. I see my clients in private, quiet and comfortable rooms in Gillingham town centre with public car parks available nearby and easy access to public transport link.
I am an experienced, humanistic, relational counsellor . I trained and work integratively. This means I use several different models of counselling intertwined, leaning more to one than the others as required by the individual. These include Person Centred, CBT, Psychodynamic and Existential . Post qualifying, I have trained extensively in working with trauma. I believe the quality of the relationship between client and counsellor is very important. I see my clients in private, quiet and comfortable rooms in Gillingham town centre with public car parks available nearby and easy access to public transport link.
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Emily Cheney
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Hello, and thank you for viewing my page. I am a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and I help people experiencing depression and anxiety disorders to make positive change in the here and now. I hope to provide you with a safe, warm and confidential space to explore your difficulties and work towards your goals. Perhaps you are struggling with worry, catastrophic thinking, low self-esteem, avoidance, procrastination, feeling low or know things just don't feel right. Are these things stopping you from enjoying life, or living how you want to? If you feel ready to make a positive change, I would love to hear from you.
Hello, and thank you for viewing my page. I am a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and I help people experiencing depression and anxiety disorders to make positive change in the here and now. I hope to provide you with a safe, warm and confidential space to explore your difficulties and work towards your goals. Perhaps you are struggling with worry, catastrophic thinking, low self-esteem, avoidance, procrastination, feeling low or know things just don't feel right. Are these things stopping you from enjoying life, or living how you want to? If you feel ready to make a positive change, I would love to hear from you.
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Lisa King Counselling Services
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
I am a warm, friendly person and have experienced the positive, life changing affects that counselling can have on a person. I work hard to create a trusting therapeutic relationship with you so that you can feel safe and supported in our sessions together. I believe that you are the expert of your own life, because only you know how it really feels to be you and that can feel like a lonely place sometimes. Together, we can explore what is causing your distress and find ways to help. I have a lot of experience working with anxiety and have witnessed how overwhelming it can be and the affect it can have on your quality of life.
I am a warm, friendly person and have experienced the positive, life changing affects that counselling can have on a person. I work hard to create a trusting therapeutic relationship with you so that you can feel safe and supported in our sessions together. I believe that you are the expert of your own life, because only you know how it really feels to be you and that can feel like a lonely place sometimes. Together, we can explore what is causing your distress and find ways to help. I have a lot of experience working with anxiety and have witnessed how overwhelming it can be and the affect it can have on your quality of life.
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Michelle Woods
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. You might be feeling anxious, depressed, stressed, or overwhelmed. You maybe facing challenges at work or in your relationships or struggling with low self-esteem. If you have experienced trauma, whether in childhood or adulthood, you might be affected by painful memories, flashbacks, or nightmares that continue to disrupt your life, even years after the event.
Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. You might be feeling anxious, depressed, stressed, or overwhelmed. You maybe facing challenges at work or in your relationships or struggling with low self-esteem. If you have experienced trauma, whether in childhood or adulthood, you might be affected by painful memories, flashbacks, or nightmares that continue to disrupt your life, even years after the event.
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Lordia Lewis-Spencer
Counsellor, MBACP
My direction towards self-development has exposed me to deep & wonderful values. I now understand that feelings don’t need to be avoided or feared, they just are. I know people are all inherently creative & given the right environment of empathy, non-judgmental & unconditional positive regard everyone can find their way.
My direction towards self-development has exposed me to deep & wonderful values. I now understand that feelings don’t need to be avoided or feared, they just are. I know people are all inherently creative & given the right environment of empathy, non-judgmental & unconditional positive regard everyone can find their way.
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Caroline Sharp
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
You may be feeling anxious, low or overwhelmed, struggling with past experiences or finding a life transition harder than expected. Perhaps you’re tired of coping alone, overthinking or repeating patterns you don’t fully understand. I offer a warm, confidential space where you can speak openly without judgement. Together we can explore what’s beneath the surface, process difficult experiences and work towards steady, lasting change. Providing a collaborative, client-led approach to counselling, providing warm, supportive space to explore challenges and emotions.
You may be feeling anxious, low or overwhelmed, struggling with past experiences or finding a life transition harder than expected. Perhaps you’re tired of coping alone, overthinking or repeating patterns you don’t fully understand. I offer a warm, confidential space where you can speak openly without judgement. Together we can explore what’s beneath the surface, process difficult experiences and work towards steady, lasting change. Providing a collaborative, client-led approach to counselling, providing warm, supportive space to explore challenges and emotions.
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Sarah Lidsey
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
I am a psycho-spiritual practitioner who has worked with complimentary and traditional fields of therapy for over 25yrs. I offer support to help you bring clarity and insight to your life's challenges. These may be issues beyond your control that can trigger your history, and destabilise your present reality. We all suffer, feel pain, and periodically struggle in life. It’s natural. Sometimes it feels overwhelming. Being deeply listened and responded to in the telling of your story, can dissolve a lot of tension and distress. It is a journey towards greater happiness and health, where we reflect on what is troubling you now.
I am a psycho-spiritual practitioner who has worked with complimentary and traditional fields of therapy for over 25yrs. I offer support to help you bring clarity and insight to your life's challenges. These may be issues beyond your control that can trigger your history, and destabilise your present reality. We all suffer, feel pain, and periodically struggle in life. It’s natural. Sometimes it feels overwhelming. Being deeply listened and responded to in the telling of your story, can dissolve a lot of tension and distress. It is a journey towards greater happiness and health, where we reflect on what is troubling you now.
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Amanda Tooms Therapy and Wellbeing
Counsellor, MA, PNCPS Acc.
Are you struggling with past or present trauma, feelings of overwhelm/issues that you're struggling to overcome? Do you feel that you don't know which way to turn or where to start? I hear you, and I see you! I am a trauma informed counsellor and psychotherapist, hypnotherapist and mentor. I have been in therapy myself and I know first-hand the feeling of darkness, pain and trauma, but I also know what it's like to feel light again. That is why I trained as a therapist myself, so that I could support individuals in the same way that my therapist supported me when I needed it most. You are not alone, and I am here for you!
Are you struggling with past or present trauma, feelings of overwhelm/issues that you're struggling to overcome? Do you feel that you don't know which way to turn or where to start? I hear you, and I see you! I am a trauma informed counsellor and psychotherapist, hypnotherapist and mentor. I have been in therapy myself and I know first-hand the feeling of darkness, pain and trauma, but I also know what it's like to feel light again. That is why I trained as a therapist myself, so that I could support individuals in the same way that my therapist supported me when I needed it most. You are not alone, and I am here for you!
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Bulb Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
As I have evolved through both my Professional and Personal landscapes, I am committed to help transform, Children, Adults , Families through their Relationships, Mental Health issues, overcome Domestic Abuse and Trauma, recognise Narcissistic Abuse and achieve overall life improvement. I work with all walks of life and have many strings to my bow, I adore learning, researching and am currently undergoing further training focussing on the impact of Trauma and implementing new approaches to help manage CPTSD/PTSD. I have a diverse range of interpersonal skills and utilise my knowledge to teach and train Psychology and Counselling
As I have evolved through both my Professional and Personal landscapes, I am committed to help transform, Children, Adults , Families through their Relationships, Mental Health issues, overcome Domestic Abuse and Trauma, recognise Narcissistic Abuse and achieve overall life improvement. I work with all walks of life and have many strings to my bow, I adore learning, researching and am currently undergoing further training focussing on the impact of Trauma and implementing new approaches to help manage CPTSD/PTSD. I have a diverse range of interpersonal skills and utilise my knowledge to teach and train Psychology and Counselling
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Debbie Collins
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
The problems I can address are varied and wide-ranging. They may include bereavement, divorce and separation, ill health, depression and trauma. I help you set a goal, if that is the way forward for you or I can just be there with you in a supportive role, if that is what you require. Together we can work towards achieving a happier, more relaxed you.
The problems I can address are varied and wide-ranging. They may include bereavement, divorce and separation, ill health, depression and trauma. I help you set a goal, if that is the way forward for you or I can just be there with you in a supportive role, if that is what you require. Together we can work towards achieving a happier, more relaxed you.
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Michelle Bearman
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Clients seek therapy for a variety of reasons and I believe that clients have resourced many options before entering the therapeutic relationship. It may be that you are experiencing low mood/depression, anxiety, responses to trauma, bereavement and other life events. Or it maybe that nothing specific stands out yet you know something is out of sync in your well-being. Therapy is a place where you can take space for “you”, catch up with yourself and explore what troubles you in a non-judgemental environment encouraging you to draw on your strengths and re-evaluate your life.
Clients seek therapy for a variety of reasons and I believe that clients have resourced many options before entering the therapeutic relationship. It may be that you are experiencing low mood/depression, anxiety, responses to trauma, bereavement and other life events. Or it maybe that nothing specific stands out yet you know something is out of sync in your well-being. Therapy is a place where you can take space for “you”, catch up with yourself and explore what troubles you in a non-judgemental environment encouraging you to draw on your strengths and re-evaluate your life.
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UCChanges
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
I support you to see the change you need and reach the goals you want. I'm patient giving adults and children space to explore their current situation and accept or change it. Reduce social anxiety and start liking your true self. Have you experienced sexual, emotional, bullying abuse in the past? Struggling with menopause, retirement, parental estrangement? Sleeping or your appetite has changed due depression stress? You want to stop overthinking past experiences? Its time to talk about it so we can start to sort it out. You are unique and you deserve the understanding and acceptance i offer. thats when the healing begins.
I support you to see the change you need and reach the goals you want. I'm patient giving adults and children space to explore their current situation and accept or change it. Reduce social anxiety and start liking your true self. Have you experienced sexual, emotional, bullying abuse in the past? Struggling with menopause, retirement, parental estrangement? Sleeping or your appetite has changed due depression stress? You want to stop overthinking past experiences? Its time to talk about it so we can start to sort it out. You are unique and you deserve the understanding and acceptance i offer. thats when the healing begins.
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Rainham Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
I am, Karen, a qualified counsellor who practices using Person Centred and Psychodynamic therapies. I provide a confidential space for you to be accepted as you are. We work together to explore what you want to achieve in therapy. This may initially be unknown, so we work to clarify and explore, to discover anything that is concerning or causing you unrest/stress. The calm, quiet and confidential space I offer, provides a sanctuary where self-awareness may increase, and personal growth can happen.
I am, Karen, a qualified counsellor who practices using Person Centred and Psychodynamic therapies. I provide a confidential space for you to be accepted as you are. We work together to explore what you want to achieve in therapy. This may initially be unknown, so we work to clarify and explore, to discover anything that is concerning or causing you unrest/stress. The calm, quiet and confidential space I offer, provides a sanctuary where self-awareness may increase, and personal growth can happen.
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Karen Cunliffe
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
I am a qualified counsellor dedicated to helping adults and young people find emotional balance and mental wellbeing, through short-term and long-term therapeutic counselling support. In our work together, you'll have the opportunity to examine your life experiences within a safe, confidential environment alongside someone who sits outside your day to day life. This therapeutic alliance allows for fresh perspectives to emerge, supporting you in achieving greater emotional equilibrium, enhanced wellbeing, and deeper self-understanding. I work to support you to discover your own path.
I am a qualified counsellor dedicated to helping adults and young people find emotional balance and mental wellbeing, through short-term and long-term therapeutic counselling support. In our work together, you'll have the opportunity to examine your life experiences within a safe, confidential environment alongside someone who sits outside your day to day life. This therapeutic alliance allows for fresh perspectives to emerge, supporting you in achieving greater emotional equilibrium, enhanced wellbeing, and deeper self-understanding. I work to support you to discover your own path.
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Cite-Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
My name is Egita, and I'm a trauma-informed therapist working within a person-centred approach. I am drawn to working with adults who have experienced trauma and childhood sexual abuse. People who have survived sexual abuse may experience anger, fear, shame, guilt, thinking that it’s all my fault. You might feel “you do not matter” or feeling worthless. Experiencing anxiety, panic and flashbacks can make you feel stuck or unsure of yourself, finding it difficult to form trusting relationships with others. Having counselling, can help you understand what has happened to you, your thoughts, feelings you are going through right now.
My name is Egita, and I'm a trauma-informed therapist working within a person-centred approach. I am drawn to working with adults who have experienced trauma and childhood sexual abuse. People who have survived sexual abuse may experience anger, fear, shame, guilt, thinking that it’s all my fault. You might feel “you do not matter” or feeling worthless. Experiencing anxiety, panic and flashbacks can make you feel stuck or unsure of yourself, finding it difficult to form trusting relationships with others. Having counselling, can help you understand what has happened to you, your thoughts, feelings you are going through right now.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.

Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.