LGBTQ+ Affirming Counsellors in Gloucester
Whether you are from the LGBT community, a parent with a demanding job, or you’re navigating a recent stressful life experience, therapy with me offers space for honest conversation and guidance.
I offer a dedicated, online therapy space tailored for personalised, one-to-one sessions. At the heart of my approach is a focus on building a genuine therapeutic relationship through trust, empathy, and open dialogue. I specialise in helping clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, OCD, trauma and self-esteem issues through evidence-based therapies like CBT and EMDR. What sets my practice apart is my ability to draw on my experiences to offer an alternative perspective, using an informal style. I believe that authentic connection built from real insights can transform even the most challenging journeys into meaningful growth.
Whether you are from the LGBT community, a parent with a demanding job, or you’re navigating a recent stressful life experience, therapy with me offers space for honest conversation and guidance.
I offer a dedicated, online therapy space tailored for personalised, one-to-one sessions. At the heart of my approach is a focus on building a genuine therapeutic relationship through trust, empathy, and open dialogue. I specialise in helping clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, OCD, trauma and self-esteem issues through evidence-based therapies like CBT and EMDR. What sets my practice apart is my ability to draw on my experiences to offer an alternative perspective, using an informal style. I believe that authentic connection built from real insights can transform even the most challenging journeys into meaningful growth.
My work is informed by existential philosophy, phenomenology, critical thinking (Marxism, psychoanalysis, feminism, queer theory, post-colonialism), artistic movements (surrealism, symbolism, dada), and the inspiration they provide for understanding everyday life struggles.
As an LGBTQAI+ individual do you feel that you can’t find your own place, or are you unhappy with where you are in your life? Maybe you are feeling misunderstood, unable to connect with others, or simply struggling with the dating scene or the community? Sometimes having a gender/sexual identity comes with pressures to conform to a specific body image, to femininity/masculinity ideals, and with certain sexual expectations that don’t mirror your own preferences or needs. Or perhaps there’s something important about yourself that has been lost?
My work is informed by existential philosophy, phenomenology, critical thinking (Marxism, psychoanalysis, feminism, queer theory, post-colonialism), artistic movements (surrealism, symbolism, dada), and the inspiration they provide for understanding everyday life struggles.
As an LGBTQAI+ individual do you feel that you can’t find your own place, or are you unhappy with where you are in your life? Maybe you are feeling misunderstood, unable to connect with others, or simply struggling with the dating scene or the community? Sometimes having a gender/sexual identity comes with pressures to conform to a specific body image, to femininity/masculinity ideals, and with certain sexual expectations that don’t mirror your own preferences or needs. Or perhaps there’s something important about yourself that has been lost?
Hi, and a warm welcome. I'm a qualified counsellor and supervisor and have been for many years offering therapeutic support for adults, adolescents, children and familues either together or individually, in my private practice and within primary and secondary schools. I can offer support too many for many reasons and offer flexible Integrative approaches to suit you. I always welcome a free initial email or chat or meet and briefly discuss ways of support that suits all. This can also give you all an opportunity to see the space, meet and talk with me with no obligation. This helps in deciding what is best for you.
Hi, and a warm welcome. I'm a qualified counsellor and supervisor and have been for many years offering therapeutic support for adults, adolescents, children and familues either together or individually, in my private practice and within primary and secondary schools. I can offer support too many for many reasons and offer flexible Integrative approaches to suit you. I always welcome a free initial email or chat or meet and briefly discuss ways of support that suits all. This can also give you all an opportunity to see the space, meet and talk with me with no obligation. This helps in deciding what is best for you.
I am an experienced Integrative Trauma -Informed Counsellor working with adults based in Gloucestershire. Life can be challenging and sometimes we can find it hard to cope with the overwhelm or find ourselves stuck. Working with you, I offer a welcoming confidential and safe space to help you process difficult situations or feelings, explore your thoughts, feel heard and understood, develop a greater understanding of yourself and your issues, find patterns and make connections. Together we will work out how best to work through and resolve any deep-rooted issues/patterns/behaviours and agree strategies to help you move forward.
I am an experienced Integrative Trauma -Informed Counsellor working with adults based in Gloucestershire. Life can be challenging and sometimes we can find it hard to cope with the overwhelm or find ourselves stuck. Working with you, I offer a welcoming confidential and safe space to help you process difficult situations or feelings, explore your thoughts, feel heard and understood, develop a greater understanding of yourself and your issues, find patterns and make connections. Together we will work out how best to work through and resolve any deep-rooted issues/patterns/behaviours and agree strategies to help you move forward.
I have over 20 years' experience supporting individuals and couples through change, difficulty and uncertainty.
I offer a calm, supportive space where people can explore their thoughts, feelings and relationships, without judgement or pressure. My work is grounded in the belief that everyone has the capacity to grow, heal and move towards a life where they can thrive.
As a registered member of British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I work to professional and ethical standards, placing care, confidentiality and respect at the heart of every session.
I have over 20 years' experience supporting individuals and couples through change, difficulty and uncertainty.
I offer a calm, supportive space where people can explore their thoughts, feelings and relationships, without judgement or pressure. My work is grounded in the belief that everyone has the capacity to grow, heal and move towards a life where they can thrive.
As a registered member of British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I work to professional and ethical standards, placing care, confidentiality and respect at the heart of every session.
My experiences include Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism, OCD, Trauma, Stress, Relationships, Self Esteem, Loss, LGBTQ+.
Are you questioning life, struggling, feeling lost, wondering what is wrong and why does it feel I'm not getting it quite right! You're not alone and within us we all have the need to be connected with ourselves and sometimes we struggle feeling connected to others, to feel okay and have our own sense of purpose. We live in a fast pace changing world, which doesn't always support us, when we wish to be truly heard, at our pace and to have the private time to reflect and make changes.
My experiences include Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism, OCD, Trauma, Stress, Relationships, Self Esteem, Loss, LGBTQ+.
Are you questioning life, struggling, feeling lost, wondering what is wrong and why does it feel I'm not getting it quite right! You're not alone and within us we all have the need to be connected with ourselves and sometimes we struggle feeling connected to others, to feel okay and have our own sense of purpose. We live in a fast pace changing world, which doesn't always support us, when we wish to be truly heard, at our pace and to have the private time to reflect and make changes.
In troubling times it can sometimes feel like you are alone & seeking help might feel really difficult. Just having a space to make sense of the thoughts that jumble around our heads is invaluable. Perhaps you need to understand yourself, your relationships or events from your past. Sometimes all we need is someone to just listen and hear our story. Counselling promotes insight, fosters self-awareness & creates a stronger, more resilient sense of self. This powerful combination can be the kick-start for the changes in your life you wish to make - sometimes even the smallest changes can make a huge difference in your well-being.
In troubling times it can sometimes feel like you are alone & seeking help might feel really difficult. Just having a space to make sense of the thoughts that jumble around our heads is invaluable. Perhaps you need to understand yourself, your relationships or events from your past. Sometimes all we need is someone to just listen and hear our story. Counselling promotes insight, fosters self-awareness & creates a stronger, more resilient sense of self. This powerful combination can be the kick-start for the changes in your life you wish to make - sometimes even the smallest changes can make a huge difference in your well-being.
Welcome. There are times when something is troubling you and you are unable to think about and work through those issues on your own. It is never easy to ask for help and perhaps you have been struggling with issues and painful feelings for a while. I can provide a professional and safe environment in which you can speak openly and confidentially about whatever is on your mind. I am trained to listen to you in a way that can help you recognise the source of your present difficulties, which may be rooted in the past. This process can offer the possibility of long lasting change.
Welcome. There are times when something is troubling you and you are unable to think about and work through those issues on your own. It is never easy to ask for help and perhaps you have been struggling with issues and painful feelings for a while. I can provide a professional and safe environment in which you can speak openly and confidentially about whatever is on your mind. I am trained to listen to you in a way that can help you recognise the source of your present difficulties, which may be rooted in the past. This process can offer the possibility of long lasting change.
Hello and welcome. My name is Stuart. Within counselling I offer a safe, confidential space for you to share and explore any aspect of your life that may be troubling you. I aim to create an open, trusting environment and strive to receive and understand the needs and worries that you share. This relationship will offer an opportunity for you to gain a greater awareness and understanding of the things that are troubling you, enabling you to make clearer choices and discissions for yourself.
Hello and welcome. My name is Stuart. Within counselling I offer a safe, confidential space for you to share and explore any aspect of your life that may be troubling you. I aim to create an open, trusting environment and strive to receive and understand the needs and worries that you share. This relationship will offer an opportunity for you to gain a greater awareness and understanding of the things that are troubling you, enabling you to make clearer choices and discissions for yourself.
Most people will be faced with difficult and painful circumstances during their lives – and it can be beneficial to seek support to help process those experiences. Finding a counsellor you feel comfortable with and are able to talk to is vital. I have worked with people who have faced a range of different challenges; Our sessions together enable my clients to safely process feelings and experiences they are struggling with, allowing them to develop their ability to recognise and embrace their own needs and improve their well-being. I can provide a confidential space where you are able to explore difficulties at your own pace.
Most people will be faced with difficult and painful circumstances during their lives – and it can be beneficial to seek support to help process those experiences. Finding a counsellor you feel comfortable with and are able to talk to is vital. I have worked with people who have faced a range of different challenges; Our sessions together enable my clients to safely process feelings and experiences they are struggling with, allowing them to develop their ability to recognise and embrace their own needs and improve their well-being. I can provide a confidential space where you are able to explore difficulties at your own pace.
Hello, I am Carley Ayling and I’ve been working as a counsellor since my training in 2010 and I am a qualified Relational Supervisor, for counsellors working with adults, children and young people. I provide treatment to individuals aged 14 years and above. I’ve worked with many clients with depression, anxiety, OCD, relationships difficulties, neurodiversity, suicide and self-harm, sleep and sexual assault. I offer a free initial appointment where we can exchange information to see if we are happy to work together. I provide sessions via FaceTime, Zoom, Teams or WhatsApp video or telephone calls in the evenings or Friday daytime.
Hello, I am Carley Ayling and I’ve been working as a counsellor since my training in 2010 and I am a qualified Relational Supervisor, for counsellors working with adults, children and young people. I provide treatment to individuals aged 14 years and above. I’ve worked with many clients with depression, anxiety, OCD, relationships difficulties, neurodiversity, suicide and self-harm, sleep and sexual assault. I offer a free initial appointment where we can exchange information to see if we are happy to work together. I provide sessions via FaceTime, Zoom, Teams or WhatsApp video or telephone calls in the evenings or Friday daytime.
Life, what's it all about? It can bring unexpected joy and/or unwanted challenges. However, we know that those challenges which create psychological and physical strains can preoccupy us the most. As a counsellor, I have a longstanding interest in supporting children, young people and adults who are going through difficult times. I will listen and engage with empathy, thereby making easier for you to feel safe as you share your thoughts and experiences.
Life, what's it all about? It can bring unexpected joy and/or unwanted challenges. However, we know that those challenges which create psychological and physical strains can preoccupy us the most. As a counsellor, I have a longstanding interest in supporting children, young people and adults who are going through difficult times. I will listen and engage with empathy, thereby making easier for you to feel safe as you share your thoughts and experiences.
I offer online confidential person centred counselling. I use many different tools such as Interactively meaning that I can use many techniques and approaches, depending on each clients individual needs. I also work with couples who are having a difficult time. I have experience of working both short and long term opened counselling. Together we can explore what brings you to therapy and decide on the most appropriate way forward. I am hear to lister, support and what ever the issue counselling can help you through a difficult time.
I offer online confidential person centred counselling. I use many different tools such as Interactively meaning that I can use many techniques and approaches, depending on each clients individual needs. I also work with couples who are having a difficult time. I have experience of working both short and long term opened counselling. Together we can explore what brings you to therapy and decide on the most appropriate way forward. I am hear to lister, support and what ever the issue counselling can help you through a difficult time.
My Offer To You: Being heard, understood, believed in and supported. We all need this kind of support at some point in our lives. This is my offer to you. I am an accredited professional registrant counsellor psychotherapist (PNCPS acc.) registered through the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP reg) which means I am held on the Professional Standards Authority Accredited Register thus ensuring protection to the public. I am a BUPA and Harley Street Online registered therapist and I have a particular interest in those with later in life ADHD diagnosis or suspect they might be
My Offer To You: Being heard, understood, believed in and supported. We all need this kind of support at some point in our lives. This is my offer to you. I am an accredited professional registrant counsellor psychotherapist (PNCPS acc.) registered through the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP reg) which means I am held on the Professional Standards Authority Accredited Register thus ensuring protection to the public. I am a BUPA and Harley Street Online registered therapist and I have a particular interest in those with later in life ADHD diagnosis or suspect they might be
I encourage & welcome those clients who may be neurodivergent, men, women, the LGBTQ+ community, aged 18 & beyond.
My name is Debbie and I am a professional friendly Trauma Informed, Psychodynamic Therapist, passionate about helping people in times of need, supporting clients suffering a bereavement, PTSD, complex trauma, burnout, relationship issues, pregnancy & menopause, suicide ideation, addiction, & abuse, to name but a few. I work with emergency services personnel & the charity 2Wish, supporting bereaved families.
I can help you work through difficult emotions, explore negative behaviours, offload, & help you break free from patterns of negativity, build resilience, & overcome painful memories..
I encourage & welcome those clients who may be neurodivergent, men, women, the LGBTQ+ community, aged 18 & beyond.
My name is Debbie and I am a professional friendly Trauma Informed, Psychodynamic Therapist, passionate about helping people in times of need, supporting clients suffering a bereavement, PTSD, complex trauma, burnout, relationship issues, pregnancy & menopause, suicide ideation, addiction, & abuse, to name but a few. I work with emergency services personnel & the charity 2Wish, supporting bereaved families.
I can help you work through difficult emotions, explore negative behaviours, offload, & help you break free from patterns of negativity, build resilience, & overcome painful memories..
I am an Integrative Humanistic therapist who offers solo and couples counselling. I put the relationship between the therapist and the patient at the heart of the therapy, helping to create a space for you that feels safe to explore whatever you would like to work on at a pace that suits you.
I am an Integrative Humanistic therapist who offers solo and couples counselling. I put the relationship between the therapist and the patient at the heart of the therapy, helping to create a space for you that feels safe to explore whatever you would like to work on at a pace that suits you.
I have a face to face and online counselling practice based in Cheltenham and Gloucester, offering warm and accepting therapy for adults and children. Having a non-judgmental and safe space will give you the opportunity to explore whatever you may be struggling with.
I have a face to face and online counselling practice based in Cheltenham and Gloucester, offering warm and accepting therapy for adults and children. Having a non-judgmental and safe space will give you the opportunity to explore whatever you may be struggling with.
Im a very intuitive therapist, i feel and sense someone before they sit down. I am confident in using tools to support and hold you while you find your way to answers you may seek. Do you have to make a difficult decision? Do you still have pain from the past interfering with now? Or perhaps you just need to find ways to cope?
Im a very intuitive therapist, i feel and sense someone before they sit down. I am confident in using tools to support and hold you while you find your way to answers you may seek. Do you have to make a difficult decision? Do you still have pain from the past interfering with now? Or perhaps you just need to find ways to cope?
In-Person sessions (daytime) now available in my therapy room on Park Street, Bristol.
Hi, I’m Claire, a BACP-registered psychotherapist. I can help with: Anxiety and social anxiety; Depression and low self-esteem; Obsessive or compulsive thoughts and behaviours; Relationship challenges; Life transitions and crossroads; Feeling isolated, stuck, lost, or overwhelmed.
In-Person sessions (daytime) now available in my therapy room on Park Street, Bristol.
Hi, I’m Claire, a BACP-registered psychotherapist. I can help with: Anxiety and social anxiety; Depression and low self-esteem; Obsessive or compulsive thoughts and behaviours; Relationship challenges; Life transitions and crossroads; Feeling isolated, stuck, lost, or overwhelmed.
Hello, I’m Lara,
I am an integrative counsellor and incorporate both person-centred and psychodynamic techniques. The person-centred approach creates a nurturing environment for personal growth, much like providing a plant with the right conditions—soil, water, light, and nutrients—so it can thrive. Similarly, in therapy, we create a supportive space that allows you to grow and flourish.
The psychodynamic approach focuses on how unconscious thoughts and past experiences shape current feelings and behaviours. By understanding these influences, you can gain clarity, self-awareness, and a sense of control over your life.
Hello, I’m Lara,
I am an integrative counsellor and incorporate both person-centred and psychodynamic techniques. The person-centred approach creates a nurturing environment for personal growth, much like providing a plant with the right conditions—soil, water, light, and nutrients—so it can thrive. Similarly, in therapy, we create a supportive space that allows you to grow and flourish.
The psychodynamic approach focuses on how unconscious thoughts and past experiences shape current feelings and behaviours. By understanding these influences, you can gain clarity, self-awareness, and a sense of control over your life.
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- Bishops Cleeve
- Cheltenham
- Hyde
- Ledbury
- Malvern
- Nailsworth
- Newport
- Ross-on-Wye
- Stonehouse
- Stroud
- Tetbury
- Tewkesbury
LGBTQ+ Counsellors
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalisation in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.