Counselling in Gillingham

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Michelle Swann
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I offer a warm, safe, friendly and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. You may be looking to seek clarity, find contentment, talk about family issues or simply breathe and talk about your day. You might be experiencing anxiety and need support to talk about how it impacts on your life and explore ways of challenging some of your thinking errors. Whatever your reason for seeking counselling, I am here to listen to you.
I offer a warm, safe, friendly and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. You may be looking to seek clarity, find contentment, talk about family issues or simply breathe and talk about your day. You might be experiencing anxiety and need support to talk about how it impacts on your life and explore ways of challenging some of your thinking errors. Whatever your reason for seeking counselling, I am here to listen to you.
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Catherine McGrath
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I am Catherine. I am a friendly and approachable counsellor offering face to face counselling in Rochester in Kent (ME1) and online counselling for adults 18+. Including: anxiety, depression, bereavement and loss, low self esteem, panic attacks, PTSD, trauma, relationship and family issues, and also the life challenges of neurodivergence such ADHD. I offer a calm, supportive space where you can talk openly and feel truly listened to. My approach is compassionate and down-to-earth, and I place great importance on building a genuine, trusting relationship where you feel safe to explore whatever is on your mind.
Hi, I am Catherine. I am a friendly and approachable counsellor offering face to face counselling in Rochester in Kent (ME1) and online counselling for adults 18+. Including: anxiety, depression, bereavement and loss, low self esteem, panic attacks, PTSD, trauma, relationship and family issues, and also the life challenges of neurodivergence such ADHD. I offer a calm, supportive space where you can talk openly and feel truly listened to. My approach is compassionate and down-to-earth, and I place great importance on building a genuine, trusting relationship where you feel safe to explore whatever is on your mind.
01634 980329 View 01634 980329
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Hayley Leanne Ashenden
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
You might be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or like you’re no longer yourself. On the outside, life may look perfectly fine — but inside, you’re struggling, overthinking everything, or constantly battling self-doubt. Maybe anxiety and worry are stopping you from doing the things you want to do. Perhaps you’re tired of feeling “not good enough” and long for a space where you can be honest, listened to, and supported. You might want to quiet the negative thoughts about yourself, to move through your day without anxiety holding you back, or simply to relax and enjoy your time without that constant mental noise.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or like you’re no longer yourself. On the outside, life may look perfectly fine — but inside, you’re struggling, overthinking everything, or constantly battling self-doubt. Maybe anxiety and worry are stopping you from doing the things you want to do. Perhaps you’re tired of feeling “not good enough” and long for a space where you can be honest, listened to, and supported. You might want to quiet the negative thoughts about yourself, to move through your day without anxiety holding you back, or simply to relax and enjoy your time without that constant mental noise.
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Kim Jordan
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Good rapport with your Counsellor's the first step towards achieving change. My Counselling approach is different to anything my clients (both Adults & Children) have experienced before and it's because of this, they've felt at ease quickly and gained maximum benefit from their sessions. I've Counselled since 2019 and have a diverse range of additional skills that I integrate into my Counselling work. I work with Victims of Crime within Kent, as well as Children & Families who've been bereaved. I have over 10yrs experience working with Children & Young People, including those with additional needs, so my approach is inclusive.
Good rapport with your Counsellor's the first step towards achieving change. My Counselling approach is different to anything my clients (both Adults & Children) have experienced before and it's because of this, they've felt at ease quickly and gained maximum benefit from their sessions. I've Counselled since 2019 and have a diverse range of additional skills that I integrate into my Counselling work. I work with Victims of Crime within Kent, as well as Children & Families who've been bereaved. I have over 10yrs experience working with Children & Young People, including those with additional needs, so my approach is inclusive.
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Kirsti Sandom
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I understand how daunting it can be to begin therapy. Whatever you’re struggling with, be it depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship or attachment issues, we can look at the jigsaw pieces of your life together, to help you gain clarity. This may involve exploring the past to identify patterns in emotions and behaviours which shine a light on current issues. You may be grappling with life’s meaning after bereavement or a relationship breakdown. Any kind of loss can have a huge impact on our mental wellbeing. I work with you to help you make sense of things & find meaning and purpose in order to move forward and feel less lost.
I understand how daunting it can be to begin therapy. Whatever you’re struggling with, be it depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship or attachment issues, we can look at the jigsaw pieces of your life together, to help you gain clarity. This may involve exploring the past to identify patterns in emotions and behaviours which shine a light on current issues. You may be grappling with life’s meaning after bereavement or a relationship breakdown. Any kind of loss can have a huge impact on our mental wellbeing. I work with you to help you make sense of things & find meaning and purpose in order to move forward and feel less lost.
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Claire Utterson - CBT Therapist
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Choosing the right therapist can be a challenging task. You might be asking questions like “Are they good?” “Will I get on with them?” “What if I waste my money on the wrong person?” . These are all valid questions to ask. The approach I take in my work is making sure everything is tailored to you. Whether that’s asking you what your learning style is, being clear about expectations and ultimately making sure that you feel that our therapy space is safe and comfortable. Therapy doesn’t have to be scary and if you want to learn more then please reach out
Choosing the right therapist can be a challenging task. You might be asking questions like “Are they good?” “Will I get on with them?” “What if I waste my money on the wrong person?” . These are all valid questions to ask. The approach I take in my work is making sure everything is tailored to you. Whether that’s asking you what your learning style is, being clear about expectations and ultimately making sure that you feel that our therapy space is safe and comfortable. Therapy doesn’t have to be scary and if you want to learn more then please reach out
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Catherine Beach
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Life doesn't get any easier does it? Juggling work, relationships and family can be stressful and confusing, leaving us feeling emotionally drained. Sometimes the harder we work to please others, the tougher we are on ourselves. This can make us feel less than good enough. Deeper feelings of anxiety, sadness and anger can be painful and scary, so we become very good at burying them until they build up and overwhelm us. If you are experiencing feelings that are hard to manage I can help you.
Life doesn't get any easier does it? Juggling work, relationships and family can be stressful and confusing, leaving us feeling emotionally drained. Sometimes the harder we work to please others, the tougher we are on ourselves. This can make us feel less than good enough. Deeper feelings of anxiety, sadness and anger can be painful and scary, so we become very good at burying them until they build up and overwhelm us. If you are experiencing feelings that are hard to manage I can help you.
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Photo of Deri Hughes, Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Deri Hughes
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
I treat a broad range of mental health conditions and worked as a senior psychotherapist in the NHS for many years. I have worked extensively with sexual and domestic abuse, anxiety and borderline personality issues as well as depression and Post-traumatic Stress conditions. I am experienced interculturally in helping people with racial and discrimination issues. I work in both English and Spanish. Hablo Espanol y Ingles y ofrezco terapia en los dos idomas.
I treat a broad range of mental health conditions and worked as a senior psychotherapist in the NHS for many years. I have worked extensively with sexual and domestic abuse, anxiety and borderline personality issues as well as depression and Post-traumatic Stress conditions. I am experienced interculturally in helping people with racial and discrimination issues. I work in both English and Spanish. Hablo Espanol y Ingles y ofrezco terapia en los dos idomas.
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Photo of Angela Christie Mbacp Accred, Counsellor, MBACP
Angela Christie Mbacp Accred
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Feeling overwhelmed and struggling to make sense of stressful and emotional anguish from current or past experiences? As a counsellor, my help with you would be to explore these issues, enable you to find your answers and recognise the choices that are available to you.
Feeling overwhelmed and struggling to make sense of stressful and emotional anguish from current or past experiences? As a counsellor, my help with you would be to explore these issues, enable you to find your answers and recognise the choices that are available to you.
07479 273211 View 07479 273211
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Counselling room (Hoo Peninsula/Medway) Accredited
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I'm an experienced Accredited Counsellor. The BACP award says I'm "working to a higher standard as a competent and ethical independent practitioner". I run the private practice following experience with NHS and leading mental health charity MIND; thus, I'm able to provide what is needed. I've worked with low self-esteem, isolation, depression, anxiety (health, claustrophobia, phobias), panic, confusion, bereavement, life changes, relationships, OCD, abuse, trauma, complex trauma, problems with belonging and/or sense of self. I offer face to face, online video and telephone sessions. I will be able to offer a therapy dog soon!
I'm an experienced Accredited Counsellor. The BACP award says I'm "working to a higher standard as a competent and ethical independent practitioner". I run the private practice following experience with NHS and leading mental health charity MIND; thus, I'm able to provide what is needed. I've worked with low self-esteem, isolation, depression, anxiety (health, claustrophobia, phobias), panic, confusion, bereavement, life changes, relationships, OCD, abuse, trauma, complex trauma, problems with belonging and/or sense of self. I offer face to face, online video and telephone sessions. I will be able to offer a therapy dog soon!
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Gareth Walter
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Snr. Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a person centred therapeutic counsellor and I am also qualified to provide relationship counselling. I work in a non-directive and non-judgemental way. My aim is to empower my clients to improve their emotional and psychological well being and unlock their optimum quality of life. I believe that you are truly the expert in your own life and I work with my clients with this principle in mind. Sometimes life can run away from us and we need to ground ourselves, refocus and move forwards.
I am a person centred therapeutic counsellor and I am also qualified to provide relationship counselling. I work in a non-directive and non-judgemental way. My aim is to empower my clients to improve their emotional and psychological well being and unlock their optimum quality of life. I believe that you are truly the expert in your own life and I work with my clients with this principle in mind. Sometimes life can run away from us and we need to ground ourselves, refocus and move forwards.
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Photo of Ulrika Kristina Guttormsson, Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Ulrika Kristina Guttormsson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
In psychotherapy there is an opportunity to get to know yourself in depth and discover new ways of living your life. Often we have repetitive patterns and ways of thinking that can for instance cause suffering, frustration, anxiety and sadness in our life. Despite our best efforts to decide to behave and relate differently, we drift back to our old ways of being and behaving. In psychotherapy we will work at getting to know your unconscious inner life. A lot of feelings and thoughts we have are not conscious and psychotherapy gives you the opportunity to reflect and try out new ways when you feel change is needed.
In psychotherapy there is an opportunity to get to know yourself in depth and discover new ways of living your life. Often we have repetitive patterns and ways of thinking that can for instance cause suffering, frustration, anxiety and sadness in our life. Despite our best efforts to decide to behave and relate differently, we drift back to our old ways of being and behaving. In psychotherapy we will work at getting to know your unconscious inner life. A lot of feelings and thoughts we have are not conscious and psychotherapy gives you the opportunity to reflect and try out new ways when you feel change is needed.
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Tom Konieczny
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Tom, and I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing and growth. I know how difficult it can be to reach out for help, especially when life feels overwhelming. My approach to therapy is all about creating a space where you can feel safe, heard, and understood—without judgment. I work with people facing a variety of challenges, from anxiety and depression to trauma and relationship issues. I’m particularly passionate about supporting men’s mental health and understanding the unique struggles that come with societal pressures and expectations.
Hi, I’m Tom, and I’m here to walk alongside you on your journey toward healing and growth. I know how difficult it can be to reach out for help, especially when life feels overwhelming. My approach to therapy is all about creating a space where you can feel safe, heard, and understood—without judgment. I work with people facing a variety of challenges, from anxiety and depression to trauma and relationship issues. I’m particularly passionate about supporting men’s mental health and understanding the unique struggles that come with societal pressures and expectations.
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Michaela Flury Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Welcome and thank you for visiting my profile. I am a fully qualified BACP Accredited Counsellor, Supervisor and Coach, offering Counselling, CBT, Coaching and Mentoring. I work with a diverse range of difficulties, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, relationship, school or work-place difficulties, low self-esteem, over-whelm, burn-out, PTSD, OCD, bullying, gender identity, neurodivergence, self-harm, phobias and addictions. I am a Trauma Informed therapist and offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space in which to help promote growth and change, helping you move forwards positively and confidently.
Welcome and thank you for visiting my profile. I am a fully qualified BACP Accredited Counsellor, Supervisor and Coach, offering Counselling, CBT, Coaching and Mentoring. I work with a diverse range of difficulties, including but not limited to, anxiety, depression, relationship, school or work-place difficulties, low self-esteem, over-whelm, burn-out, PTSD, OCD, bullying, gender identity, neurodivergence, self-harm, phobias and addictions. I am a Trauma Informed therapist and offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space in which to help promote growth and change, helping you move forwards positively and confidently.
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Empathia Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello, I’m Cathryn, a qualified Integrative Counsellor registered with the BACP. I specialize in supporting individuals with BPD/EUPD, Autism, ADHD, trauma, and self-harm. I understand the emotional toll these challenges take and provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Together, we’ll develop coping strategies, emotional regulation skills, and self-empowerment. I offer a free 15-minute introductory call to see if we’re the right fit. I’m here to support your journey toward healing.
Hello, I’m Cathryn, a qualified Integrative Counsellor registered with the BACP. I specialize in supporting individuals with BPD/EUPD, Autism, ADHD, trauma, and self-harm. I understand the emotional toll these challenges take and provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Together, we’ll develop coping strategies, emotional regulation skills, and self-empowerment. I offer a free 15-minute introductory call to see if we’re the right fit. I’m here to support your journey toward healing.
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Angela Elizabeth Bostock
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Serves Area
COUNSELLING AND WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM ME:...……………I'm a person centred counsellor. My approach is non-directive and you are the expert of our own life. I work in a non-judgemental and respective way. I'm a caring, empathic and friendly person. Sometimes we need to step back and review our life and refocus and look at what matters which will then enable you to make new decisions. I will offer you a safe and confidential space where you will feel listened to without any criticism or judgment.
COUNSELLING AND WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM ME:...……………I'm a person centred counsellor. My approach is non-directive and you are the expert of our own life. I work in a non-judgemental and respective way. I'm a caring, empathic and friendly person. Sometimes we need to step back and review our life and refocus and look at what matters which will then enable you to make new decisions. I will offer you a safe and confidential space where you will feel listened to without any criticism or judgment.
01747 448684 View 01747 448684
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Kristine Kazaka
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
I am trained in, and experienced with, supporting people facing common mental health difficulties such as depression and anxiety. My deeper passion lies in trauma-related work, and I am well-equipped to help you explore life experiences that may have left you struggling in the present day. These experiences can sometimes contribute to developing mental health challenges or affect your day-to-day wellbeing, and together we can work gently and safely through their impact.
I am trained in, and experienced with, supporting people facing common mental health difficulties such as depression and anxiety. My deeper passion lies in trauma-related work, and I am well-equipped to help you explore life experiences that may have left you struggling in the present day. These experiences can sometimes contribute to developing mental health challenges or affect your day-to-day wellbeing, and together we can work gently and safely through their impact.
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Laura-Lee D'Souza
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Welcome, people call me Laura. Do you often feel unsure, overwhelmed or just not present? Would you like to feel less burdened? You might be surprised just how quickly you see improvements. My clients often say they “feel lighter” from our first session. I offer genuine empathy and integrative techniques, inc. trauma informed & Person-Centred (Humanistic) psychotherapy, Rewind therapy. This therapy space focuses on your needs. A space of acceptance and positive energy. Together we would form a professional therapy plan just for you, in a calm, non-judgemental way. Contact me free, for a no obligation, 15-minute consultation T/call.
Welcome, people call me Laura. Do you often feel unsure, overwhelmed or just not present? Would you like to feel less burdened? You might be surprised just how quickly you see improvements. My clients often say they “feel lighter” from our first session. I offer genuine empathy and integrative techniques, inc. trauma informed & Person-Centred (Humanistic) psychotherapy, Rewind therapy. This therapy space focuses on your needs. A space of acceptance and positive energy. Together we would form a professional therapy plan just for you, in a calm, non-judgemental way. Contact me free, for a no obligation, 15-minute consultation T/call.
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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in Gillingham

50+

Average cost per session

£60

Counsellors in Gillingham who prioritize treating:

90% Anxiety
88% Self Esteem
81% Depression
74% Relationship Issues
72% Stress
71% Trauma and PTSD
67% Bereavement

Average years in practice

10 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

77% Aviva
62% Bupa
54% Vitality

How Counsellors in Gillingham see their clients

93% In Person and Online
7% Online Only

Gender breakdown

88% Female
12% Male