Sleep or Insomnia Counselling in Glastonbury

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Lauren Richards
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
I take a holistic approach, considering factors like diet, sleep, habits, pleasure, engagement, and purpose, to help you build a life where you can thrive.
As a neuro-affirmative coach psychologist I support late-diagnosed women navigating identity, burnout, and masking fatigue. I work with neurodivergent teens and their families struggling with overwhelm. As a trauma-informed coach, I understand how experiences such as anxiety, low self-esteem, or chronic stress can impact confidence and direction. Through a supportive, strengths-based approach, I help clients develop insight, build resilience, and move forward with clarity and self-belief.
I take a holistic approach, considering factors like diet, sleep, habits, pleasure, engagement, and purpose, to help you build a life where you can thrive.
As a neuro-affirmative coach psychologist I support late-diagnosed women navigating identity, burnout, and masking fatigue. I work with neurodivergent teens and their families struggling with overwhelm. As a trauma-informed coach, I understand how experiences such as anxiety, low self-esteem, or chronic stress can impact confidence and direction. Through a supportive, strengths-based approach, I help clients develop insight, build resilience, and move forward with clarity and self-belief.
01823 213670 View 01823 213670
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Steven Mason
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
I’m a trauma- and attachment-informed therapist with a practice grounded in mindfulness, both as a therapeutic approach and a personal way of life. Mindfulness has helped me navigate my own challenges and continues to shape how I connect with others. I integrate evidence-based techniques and psychological insight to support emotional healing, resilience, and growth. My approach is inclusive, sex-positive, and affirming of all identities and relationship styles.
I’m a trauma- and attachment-informed therapist with a practice grounded in mindfulness, both as a therapeutic approach and a personal way of life. Mindfulness has helped me navigate my own challenges and continues to shape how I connect with others. I integrate evidence-based techniques and psychological insight to support emotional healing, resilience, and growth. My approach is inclusive, sex-positive, and affirming of all identities and relationship styles.
01273 110571 View 01273 110571
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Christopher Guy Soloman
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Hello and welcome to my page. I recognise the courage it takes to approach a therapist and would like to help you. Over ten years of practising, therapy has shown me time and time again how people can overcome their problems successfully and live fulfilled and happy lives. In today's pressured world, mental health problems are all too common. Maybe you're struggling with depression or stress or the problem is anxiety, or trauma, or grief. Perhaps you're struggling with a habit that started off as a pleasure but turned into an addiction over lockdown. Whatever the mental health problem, talking therapy can help.
Hello and welcome to my page. I recognise the courage it takes to approach a therapist and would like to help you. Over ten years of practising, therapy has shown me time and time again how people can overcome their problems successfully and live fulfilled and happy lives. In today's pressured world, mental health problems are all too common. Maybe you're struggling with depression or stress or the problem is anxiety, or trauma, or grief. Perhaps you're struggling with a habit that started off as a pleasure but turned into an addiction over lockdown. Whatever the mental health problem, talking therapy can help.
01749 608528 View 01749 608528
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Christian John Liberati
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Perhaps you feel lost, ungrounded, unable to understand your emotional way of being and always seem to be at conflict with yourself and others in your life. Perhaps you suffer from anxiety, stress, OCD, addictions, lack of self-worth. Perhaps you are grieving a loss of a loved one, relationship break-up or a job. In these times of stress and anxiety, one needs to find one’s inner core strength to be able to be fully grounded and able to fully move into life with clarity and focus. With my counselling skills and our teamwork, you can become the person you were born to be.
Perhaps you feel lost, ungrounded, unable to understand your emotional way of being and always seem to be at conflict with yourself and others in your life. Perhaps you suffer from anxiety, stress, OCD, addictions, lack of self-worth. Perhaps you are grieving a loss of a loved one, relationship break-up or a job. In these times of stress and anxiety, one needs to find one’s inner core strength to be able to be fully grounded and able to fully move into life with clarity and focus. With my counselling skills and our teamwork, you can become the person you were born to be.
01275 408887 View 01275 408887
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Jenna Harper
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I’m a warm, down to earth counsellor offering an understanding environment for you to feel relaxed and at ease. So you can begin to make sense of the challenges impacting how you feel, your relationships and daily life and find a way through. Choosing the right person can be difficult so I offer a free 15min intro call to ask any questions and help you decide. I support all ages in areas such as bereavement and loss, anxiety, self-esteem and confidence issues, eating disorders and trauma that you are struggling to cope with. Helping you to feel seen and heard to strengthen your self esteem and resilience through our work together.
I’m a warm, down to earth counsellor offering an understanding environment for you to feel relaxed and at ease. So you can begin to make sense of the challenges impacting how you feel, your relationships and daily life and find a way through. Choosing the right person can be difficult so I offer a free 15min intro call to ask any questions and help you decide. I support all ages in areas such as bereavement and loss, anxiety, self-esteem and confidence issues, eating disorders and trauma that you are struggling to cope with. Helping you to feel seen and heard to strengthen your self esteem and resilience through our work together.
01749 608487 View 01749 608487
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Samantha Swallow
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi there, I’m Sam and I am a BACP registered person-centred Counsellor (and also a qualified CBT Therapist) and I work with adults, children and adolescents. I understand the importance of a safe space to explore and understand feelings, and to consider and become aware of unhelpful patterns of behaviour. Together we can discover how to make positive changes and manage difficult feelings and emotions. I have a number of years experience working in a NHS commissioned service around common mental health difficulties. I want to help you reach your goals - we will explore the past and present to help you to heal and thrive.
Hi there, I’m Sam and I am a BACP registered person-centred Counsellor (and also a qualified CBT Therapist) and I work with adults, children and adolescents. I understand the importance of a safe space to explore and understand feelings, and to consider and become aware of unhelpful patterns of behaviour. Together we can discover how to make positive changes and manage difficult feelings and emotions. I have a number of years experience working in a NHS commissioned service around common mental health difficulties. I want to help you reach your goals - we will explore the past and present to help you to heal and thrive.
01749 608308 View 01749 608308
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Dr Elaine Hutchinson
Counsellor
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Elaine. I'm a child & adolescent therapist & counsellor who supports children, teens & their families to manage big feelings, stressful situations and other life challenges. I work with children & young people aged 6-25 (as well as some adults) and support them with a huge range of issues from anxiety and worries about school, fostering and adoption, to trauma, bereavement, sexual abuse and domestic violence, covering pretty much everything you can think of in-between. I'm an accredited therapist who offers play & creative arts therapy, TraumaPlay and talking therapy. I have a therapy dog who loves to be involved.
Hi, I'm Elaine. I'm a child & adolescent therapist & counsellor who supports children, teens & their families to manage big feelings, stressful situations and other life challenges. I work with children & young people aged 6-25 (as well as some adults) and support them with a huge range of issues from anxiety and worries about school, fostering and adoption, to trauma, bereavement, sexual abuse and domestic violence, covering pretty much everything you can think of in-between. I'm an accredited therapist who offers play & creative arts therapy, TraumaPlay and talking therapy. I have a therapy dog who loves to be involved.
01749 605317 View 01749 605317
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Dr Keith Abbott
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I’m passionate about helping you make more of your life, whether you want to work on personal, psychological, relationship, mental health or spiritual issues or to find more meaning, fulfilment, purpose and happiness in life. I have a Masters degree (with Distinction) in Person-Centred Counselling & Psychotherapy Practice. I offer short and long term counselling and psychotherapy, and counselling supervision. I help men, women and couples of many professions, occupations and nationalities, from 18 upwards in UK and (online) overseas. I provide individual sessions, couples sessions and am a qualified counselling supervisor.
I’m passionate about helping you make more of your life, whether you want to work on personal, psychological, relationship, mental health or spiritual issues or to find more meaning, fulfilment, purpose and happiness in life. I have a Masters degree (with Distinction) in Person-Centred Counselling & Psychotherapy Practice. I offer short and long term counselling and psychotherapy, and counselling supervision. I help men, women and couples of many professions, occupations and nationalities, from 18 upwards in UK and (online) overseas. I provide individual sessions, couples sessions and am a qualified counselling supervisor.
01509 323243 View 01509 323243

More Therapists Nearby

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Alison Edwards Therapy, Coaching and Supervision
Psychologist, MSc, FMBPsS
Online Only
Choosing a therapist can be a stressful process, and it's difficult to decide which kind of therapy to try. Many people find it helpful to work with a therapist who has trained in more than one therapy, who can switch to a different therapy when needed, and who can tailor sessions according to your needs. My 16 years experience in supporting neurodivergent clients (with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia or other difficulties) led me to further training in 2021 in autism, and specialised CBT and ACT for ADHD and emotional regulation problems.
Choosing a therapist can be a stressful process, and it's difficult to decide which kind of therapy to try. Many people find it helpful to work with a therapist who has trained in more than one therapy, who can switch to a different therapy when needed, and who can tailor sessions according to your needs. My 16 years experience in supporting neurodivergent clients (with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia or other difficulties) led me to further training in 2021 in autism, and specialised CBT and ACT for ADHD and emotional regulation problems.
01392 321135 View 01392 321135
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Anna Joyce
Psychologist, PhD, AFBPSsS
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a Chartered Psychologist and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI) Therapist.
My approach is grounded in the latest research. As an academic and experienced practitioner, I excel at breaking down complex scientific concepts into relatable, actionable steps. This means you’ll not only understand what to do to improve your sleep but also why these methods work, empowering you to take charge of your sleep.
I am a Chartered Psychologist and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI) Therapist.
My approach is grounded in the latest research. As an academic and experienced practitioner, I excel at breaking down complex scientific concepts into relatable, actionable steps. This means you’ll not only understand what to do to improve your sleep but also why these methods work, empowering you to take charge of your sleep.
020 3835 4393 View 020 3835 4393
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Dr. Chris James - Sleep Specialist & Adult ADHD
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
For others, it's about building on existing skills - how to get more out of relationships, improving communication, being more assertive, boosting your sleep and performance, learning to be the best version of yourself.
I'm a highly experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist and sleep specialist providing evidence-based psychological interventions (including CBT) for a range of difficulties including insomnia, adult ADHD, anxiety, work-related stress and burnout, trauma, depression, OCD, health anxiety, phobia, self-esteem issues and relationship difficulties.
For others, it's about building on existing skills - how to get more out of relationships, improving communication, being more assertive, boosting your sleep and performance, learning to be the best version of yourself.
I'm a highly experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist and sleep specialist providing evidence-based psychological interventions (including CBT) for a range of difficulties including insomnia, adult ADHD, anxiety, work-related stress and burnout, trauma, depression, OCD, health anxiety, phobia, self-esteem issues and relationship difficulties.
029 2271 1631 View 029 2271 1631
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Dr Holly Milling
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
She is a trusted and experienced Behavioural Sleep Medicine specialist with years of experience working with neurodiversity.
Sleep Clinic: I run a specialist adult sleep service (thesleeppractice.com) that delivers compassionate, evidence-based treatments for insomnia and a range of other sleep difficulties.
She is a trusted and experienced Behavioural Sleep Medicine specialist with years of experience working with neurodiversity.
Sleep Clinic: I run a specialist adult sleep service (thesleeppractice.com) that delivers compassionate, evidence-based treatments for insomnia and a range of other sleep difficulties.
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Melissa Nelson
Counsellor, MBACP
Bath BA2
If you are experiencing difficulty and looking for somebody to speak to, I would love to hear from you. My name is Mel, I am an integrative qualified counsellor and I have experience working with clients coping with losses in life.
If you are experiencing difficulty and looking for somebody to speak to, I would love to hear from you. My name is Mel, I am an integrative qualified counsellor and I have experience working with clients coping with losses in life.
01761 254154 View 01761 254154
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Coco Belle Therapies
Verified Verified
Online Only
You might feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck—juggling chronic stress, pain, illness, caregiving demands, or ongoing challenges. You want to regain balance, motivation, and greater control over your wellbeing—not just coping, but truly thriving. I provide a supportive, coaching-led space to explore practical lifestyle changes alongside mindfulness interventions that nurture your mental, emotional, and physical health. My approach is personalised and paced to suit your needs. I also acknowledge how culture, roles, and pressures may shape your experience. Together, we build plans that fit your life and support your wellbeing.
You might feel anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck—juggling chronic stress, pain, illness, caregiving demands, or ongoing challenges. You want to regain balance, motivation, and greater control over your wellbeing—not just coping, but truly thriving. I provide a supportive, coaching-led space to explore practical lifestyle changes alongside mindfulness interventions that nurture your mental, emotional, and physical health. My approach is personalised and paced to suit your needs. I also acknowledge how culture, roles, and pressures may shape your experience. Together, we build plans that fit your life and support your wellbeing.
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Barbara Gonzalez
Counsellor, MBACP
Welcome. I'm here to provide a confidential and safe space for you to explore a variety of issues. In counselling, we will work together to develop a trusting relationship, where you won't feel judged or told what you should or shouldn't do. Because we are all unique, different approaches may be called upon to address individual needs, so while I use a combination of psycho-analytic and humanistic methods, I am also flexible and attuned to your pace and requirements. I work with a range of issues such as: Depression, Anxiety, Relationships/Family difficulties, Trauma, Bereavement and Grief, Menopause and Life Changes and more.
Welcome. I'm here to provide a confidential and safe space for you to explore a variety of issues. In counselling, we will work together to develop a trusting relationship, where you won't feel judged or told what you should or shouldn't do. Because we are all unique, different approaches may be called upon to address individual needs, so while I use a combination of psycho-analytic and humanistic methods, I am also flexible and attuned to your pace and requirements. I work with a range of issues such as: Depression, Anxiety, Relationships/Family difficulties, Trauma, Bereavement and Grief, Menopause and Life Changes and more.
01749 706510 View 01749 706510
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Sarah Hirst
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
I understand it can be nerve-wracking starting therapy, either for the first time or with a new therapist. I will be here to support you throughout the process. You may be dealing with feelings of depression or anxiety; relationship difficulties; struggles at work; a bereavement; or simply want to work on self improvement or introspection. I can help set and reach therapeutic goals in a way that's best suited to you.
I understand it can be nerve-wracking starting therapy, either for the first time or with a new therapist. I will be here to support you throughout the process. You may be dealing with feelings of depression or anxiety; relationship difficulties; struggles at work; a bereavement; or simply want to work on self improvement or introspection. I can help set and reach therapeutic goals in a way that's best suited to you.
0117 463 5736 View 0117 463 5736
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Sarah Jane Brown
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Bristol BS8
Spaces available now for individual and couples sessions on zoom an in person in Bristol. I offer compassionate integrative counselling for individuals and couples and polyamorous constellations, for a range of issues. including anxiety, depression, neurodivergence,(ASD and ADHD ) As a queer, ENM positive counsellor I am inclusive and respectful of people's lifestyle choices. I can offer face to face counselling in Bristol or zoom sessions at the private practice. ii specialise in Neurodiversity, ENM, polyamory and the intersection of alt lifestyles. I have a Master's degree in contemporary relationship studies and counselling.
Spaces available now for individual and couples sessions on zoom an in person in Bristol. I offer compassionate integrative counselling for individuals and couples and polyamorous constellations, for a range of issues. including anxiety, depression, neurodivergence,(ASD and ADHD ) As a queer, ENM positive counsellor I am inclusive and respectful of people's lifestyle choices. I can offer face to face counselling in Bristol or zoom sessions at the private practice. ii specialise in Neurodiversity, ENM, polyamory and the intersection of alt lifestyles. I have a Master's degree in contemporary relationship studies and counselling.
0117 463 8233 View 0117 463 8233
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Emma Housego
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Do contact me to book a free, initial 50-minute consultation to help us to decide whether we would like to work together. I am a fully qualified counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. I am also a UKCP psychotherapist in training and have completed a four-year Masters level training in relational TA psychotherapy. I offer gentle, supportive and professional counselling and psychotherapy to adults of all ages and work within the ethical framework of the BACP and UKCP.
Do contact me to book a free, initial 50-minute consultation to help us to decide whether we would like to work together. I am a fully qualified counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. I am also a UKCP psychotherapist in training and have completed a four-year Masters level training in relational TA psychotherapy. I offer gentle, supportive and professional counselling and psychotherapy to adults of all ages and work within the ethical framework of the BACP and UKCP.
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Monica Stanescu
Psychotherapist, MSc, GMBPsS
Online Only
My interest in psychology and therapeutical approaches sparked about twenty years ago. Going through various adverse childhood experiences, being surrounded by unhealthy behaviours, and displaying unhealthy behaviours, understanding the mind and behaviours become something of high interest. Hence, I went to study psychology. Years later, after much academic training and personal development, I understand that growing is a process that takes time and effort. Still, we can learn to manage it if we become curious about ourselves. Feeling safe and contained with our therapist is essential for our transformative process.
My interest in psychology and therapeutical approaches sparked about twenty years ago. Going through various adverse childhood experiences, being surrounded by unhealthy behaviours, and displaying unhealthy behaviours, understanding the mind and behaviours become something of high interest. Hence, I went to study psychology. Years later, after much academic training and personal development, I understand that growing is a process that takes time and effort. Still, we can learn to manage it if we become curious about ourselves. Feeling safe and contained with our therapist is essential for our transformative process.
0117 463 9741 View 0117 463 9741
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Bernadette Jones
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
I offer face-to-face and online therapy for individuals and couples. As a Person-Centred and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with postgraduate training from the University of Oxford, I provide a supportive space to explore your thoughts, emotions, beliefs and behaviours that may be maintaining your difficulties, and help you move towards your goals. I have worked with many clients experiencing anxiety (generalised, health, social), OCD, depression, panic, phobias, PTSD and trauma. For couples, I support partners in identifying problems and recurring patterns, working together to build shared goals and aspirations.
I offer face-to-face and online therapy for individuals and couples. As a Person-Centred and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with postgraduate training from the University of Oxford, I provide a supportive space to explore your thoughts, emotions, beliefs and behaviours that may be maintaining your difficulties, and help you move towards your goals. I have worked with many clients experiencing anxiety (generalised, health, social), OCD, depression, panic, phobias, PTSD and trauma. For couples, I support partners in identifying problems and recurring patterns, working together to build shared goals and aspirations.
01297 300855 View 01297 300855
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.