Women's Issues Counselling in Great Missenden
We all have a unique experience of life and experience difficulties in all sorts of ways. I offer professional support through a variety of theories and techniques to deal with immediate feelings of stress as well as deeper exploration of how historical experiences may have affected your current responses and reactions. It is important that you feel in control of your own therapeutic journey and I therefore offer support at your individual pace and to support your hopes and aspirations. I care about all my clients and offer a safe space to explore emotions and behaviours to feel more certain within an uncertain world.
We all have a unique experience of life and experience difficulties in all sorts of ways. I offer professional support through a variety of theories and techniques to deal with immediate feelings of stress as well as deeper exploration of how historical experiences may have affected your current responses and reactions. It is important that you feel in control of your own therapeutic journey and I therefore offer support at your individual pace and to support your hopes and aspirations. I care about all my clients and offer a safe space to explore emotions and behaviours to feel more certain within an uncertain world.
Anxiety, depression, stress, conflict. We all hear these words but when they are your story it's much more than words, it's your life. If you invest in yourself you can learn to stop being controlled, feel you're making your own decisions and improve your relationship, career or state of mind. My clients show courage in reflecting on their lives and I've yet to work with any individual or couple who have regretted taking this step. Now we're in this extreme new way of living we may need to address issues we've previously avoided. This could be that opportunity.
Anxiety, depression, stress, conflict. We all hear these words but when they are your story it's much more than words, it's your life. If you invest in yourself you can learn to stop being controlled, feel you're making your own decisions and improve your relationship, career or state of mind. My clients show courage in reflecting on their lives and I've yet to work with any individual or couple who have regretted taking this step. Now we're in this extreme new way of living we may need to address issues we've previously avoided. This could be that opportunity.
Dr Constantina Markides is a Clinical Psychologist with experience working with adults and children with a range of mental health difficulties, such as severe OCD, low self-esteem, low mood and anxiety and body image concerns. She particularly enjoys working with those struggling with OCD, and has developed and delivered individual as well as group interventions within the NHS to offer evidence based therapies around this. Regardless of the presenting difficulty, Dr Markides hopes to support her clients not only to free themselves from their symptoms, but to connect to their values and live their life doing what matters to them.
Dr Constantina Markides is a Clinical Psychologist with experience working with adults and children with a range of mental health difficulties, such as severe OCD, low self-esteem, low mood and anxiety and body image concerns. She particularly enjoys working with those struggling with OCD, and has developed and delivered individual as well as group interventions within the NHS to offer evidence based therapies around this. Regardless of the presenting difficulty, Dr Markides hopes to support her clients not only to free themselves from their symptoms, but to connect to their values and live their life doing what matters to them.
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Life can feel like a battlefield when childhood wounds, complex trauma, and the scars of abusive relationships leave their mark. You may find yourself stuck in painful cycles of overthinking every interaction, doubting your self-worth, or repeating patterns that no longer serve you. Perhaps you carry the weight of people-pleasing, emotional overwhelm, or an inner voice that never seems to quieten. You might wonder, “Why can’t I just move on?” You’re not alone.
Life can feel like a battlefield when childhood wounds, complex trauma, and the scars of abusive relationships leave their mark. You may find yourself stuck in painful cycles of overthinking every interaction, doubting your self-worth, or repeating patterns that no longer serve you. Perhaps you carry the weight of people-pleasing, emotional overwhelm, or an inner voice that never seems to quieten. You might wonder, “Why can’t I just move on?” You’re not alone.
Life, and what we experience, can sometimes overwhelm us, bringing to the surface underlying issues that maybe you hadn't realised are there. Maybe you can't figure out why you feel the way you do. Whatever issues you’re experiencing – from anxiety, to bereavement, stress, low self-esteem, life changes, depression, abuse, addiction, or other trauma – I offer a confidential one-to-one counselling service to help you work through them. You can talk through your problems, and explore emotional problems in a safe, non-judgmental and confidential setting.
Life, and what we experience, can sometimes overwhelm us, bringing to the surface underlying issues that maybe you hadn't realised are there. Maybe you can't figure out why you feel the way you do. Whatever issues you’re experiencing – from anxiety, to bereavement, stress, low self-esteem, life changes, depression, abuse, addiction, or other trauma – I offer a confidential one-to-one counselling service to help you work through them. You can talk through your problems, and explore emotional problems in a safe, non-judgmental and confidential setting.
It can be hard to live in this world sometimes. Early experiences, uncertainty, loss, rejection, trauma, oppression and inequality can impact us in ways that are both subtle and obvious. Family dynamics and relationships with friends, partners and colleagues can be complex.
Therapy can offer a transformative space where experiences can be understood, where difficult and painful feelings can be explored, and where new ways of doing and being can be discovered.
I am an integrative therapist, and aim to offer a non-judgemental, calm, collaborative, compassionate and safe therapeutic space.
It can be hard to live in this world sometimes. Early experiences, uncertainty, loss, rejection, trauma, oppression and inequality can impact us in ways that are both subtle and obvious. Family dynamics and relationships with friends, partners and colleagues can be complex.
Therapy can offer a transformative space where experiences can be understood, where difficult and painful feelings can be explored, and where new ways of doing and being can be discovered.
I am an integrative therapist, and aim to offer a non-judgemental, calm, collaborative, compassionate and safe therapeutic space.
I offer a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space for adults navigating anxiety, low mood, stress, relationships, trauma, grief, self-esteem and life transitions. With eight years’ experience in mental health, I understand that reaching out for counselling can feel daunting. My humanistic and integrative approach draws on Person-Centred Therapy, Gestalt Therapy and Transactional Analysis (TA). I work collaboratively, at your pace, creating space to explore what matters to you. Face-to-face counselling is available in Cranford, alongside online, telephone and bespoke walking therapy.
I offer a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space for adults navigating anxiety, low mood, stress, relationships, trauma, grief, self-esteem and life transitions. With eight years’ experience in mental health, I understand that reaching out for counselling can feel daunting. My humanistic and integrative approach draws on Person-Centred Therapy, Gestalt Therapy and Transactional Analysis (TA). I work collaboratively, at your pace, creating space to explore what matters to you. Face-to-face counselling is available in Cranford, alongside online, telephone and bespoke walking therapy.
Reaching out for support isn’t always easy, especially when life feels overwhelming or you’re stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand. You may feel anxious, low, or sense something isn’t quite right, even if you can’t name it. These experiences can be confusing and isolating, and it takes courage to take the first step toward making sense of them. I provide a safe, confidential space to explore what’s beneath the surface at a pace that suits you. Therapy can bring clarity to confusing or difficult experiences. Together, we’ll work to understand your emotional world and build greater self-awareness, resilience, and choice.
Reaching out for support isn’t always easy, especially when life feels overwhelming or you’re stuck in patterns you don’t fully understand. You may feel anxious, low, or sense something isn’t quite right, even if you can’t name it. These experiences can be confusing and isolating, and it takes courage to take the first step toward making sense of them. I provide a safe, confidential space to explore what’s beneath the surface at a pace that suits you. Therapy can bring clarity to confusing or difficult experiences. Together, we’ll work to understand your emotional world and build greater self-awareness, resilience, and choice.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile! I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist specialising in women's mental health, with particular expertise in perinatal mental health, trauma and anxiety. You might be struggling with anxiety, intrusive thoughts, OCD, burnout or trauma and want to find ways to feel better again. I also have many years clinical experience working in the NHS, most recently in perinatal services, supporting women through birth trauma, fertility difficulties, pregnancy, loss and motherhood. I can offer a safe space to explore what is going on for you and think together about ways we can help you.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile! I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist specialising in women's mental health, with particular expertise in perinatal mental health, trauma and anxiety. You might be struggling with anxiety, intrusive thoughts, OCD, burnout or trauma and want to find ways to feel better again. I also have many years clinical experience working in the NHS, most recently in perinatal services, supporting women through birth trauma, fertility difficulties, pregnancy, loss and motherhood. I can offer a safe space to explore what is going on for you and think together about ways we can help you.
Whether you feel held back by old patterns, misunderstood and seeking clarity, or simply curious to discover what you truly desire for your life going forward, therapy can offer the space and time to process, to discover yourself and bring about real change, working towards a more integrated and thriving sense of self. I am a fully qualified level 7, Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist offering tailored, relational, and responsive therapy. In addition to private practice, I have experience working with the NHS services and my training specialised in Gender, Sexuality & Relationship Diversity (GSRD).
Whether you feel held back by old patterns, misunderstood and seeking clarity, or simply curious to discover what you truly desire for your life going forward, therapy can offer the space and time to process, to discover yourself and bring about real change, working towards a more integrated and thriving sense of self. I am a fully qualified level 7, Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist offering tailored, relational, and responsive therapy. In addition to private practice, I have experience working with the NHS services and my training specialised in Gender, Sexuality & Relationship Diversity (GSRD).
Feeling lost, burnt out, or like you’ve fallen behind? If you’re in your 30s, 40s or 50s and wondering “How did I end up here?” — you’re in the right place.
Do you feel unheard, overwhelmed, a loss of self or confidence, stuck in unhelpful coping mechanisms or patterns? Do you feel like your worth is tied to pleasing others, or how useful or 'perfect' you can be? Do you feel like your past is impacting your present? Is your inner critic running the show?
I work with women who are tired of holding it all together, of living in survival mode and meeting everyone else's needs but your own.
Feeling lost, burnt out, or like you’ve fallen behind? If you’re in your 30s, 40s or 50s and wondering “How did I end up here?” — you’re in the right place.
Do you feel unheard, overwhelmed, a loss of self or confidence, stuck in unhelpful coping mechanisms or patterns? Do you feel like your worth is tied to pleasing others, or how useful or 'perfect' you can be? Do you feel like your past is impacting your present? Is your inner critic running the show?
I work with women who are tired of holding it all together, of living in survival mode and meeting everyone else's needs but your own.
Hello and welcome to my profile.
You maybe considering therapy for current or past experiences, to change old patterns, due significant life event or know that life just doesn't feel right. These challenges in life can lead to feeling isolated and alone. In therapy, you are not alone, I shall be with you in your journey to wellbeing. I work with people with many different issues including, ruminating, anxiety, climate/eco fears, depression, dyslexia, relationship conflict, body issues, after a trauma event
As an integrative therapist I can use different therapeutic approaches to tailor the therapy to suit your individual needs.
Hello and welcome to my profile.
You maybe considering therapy for current or past experiences, to change old patterns, due significant life event or know that life just doesn't feel right. These challenges in life can lead to feeling isolated and alone. In therapy, you are not alone, I shall be with you in your journey to wellbeing. I work with people with many different issues including, ruminating, anxiety, climate/eco fears, depression, dyslexia, relationship conflict, body issues, after a trauma event
As an integrative therapist I can use different therapeutic approaches to tailor the therapy to suit your individual needs.
I am an integrative counsellor based in Pinner and Ruislip, with a particular interest in supporting women through different life stages and transitions. This may include pregnancy, the postnatal period, motherhood, changing relationships, or times when life feels very different from how you expected it to. I also work with anxiety, trauma, and the impact of past or abusive relationships. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unseen, carrying things they’ve held inside for a long time. You’re very welcome to get in touch to see whether working together feels like the right fit.
I am an integrative counsellor based in Pinner and Ruislip, with a particular interest in supporting women through different life stages and transitions. This may include pregnancy, the postnatal period, motherhood, changing relationships, or times when life feels very different from how you expected it to. I also work with anxiety, trauma, and the impact of past or abusive relationships. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unseen, carrying things they’ve held inside for a long time. You’re very welcome to get in touch to see whether working together feels like the right fit.
I truly believe we all hold the power to heal.
I practice a ‘whole person’ healing approach that includes your emotional, physical and energetic process ( mind -body- soul). By combining psychotherapy with science and mindfulness, you will gain clearer insight and learn techniques to improve your overall well-being and quality of life.
It's not easy to face life's challenges that have caused pain and distress. If you're feeling overwhelmed, confused, or stuck and not able to move forward...
You don't have to keep struggling alone.
I truly believe we all hold the power to heal.
I practice a ‘whole person’ healing approach that includes your emotional, physical and energetic process ( mind -body- soul). By combining psychotherapy with science and mindfulness, you will gain clearer insight and learn techniques to improve your overall well-being and quality of life.
It's not easy to face life's challenges that have caused pain and distress. If you're feeling overwhelmed, confused, or stuck and not able to move forward...
You don't have to keep struggling alone.
Hi I'm Nina, I'm a clinical psychologist trained to a doctoral level with 25 years of experience in the field. I have lead NHS and third sector services and built my own private therapy practice. I work with people who maybe be feeling really overwhelmed, lost, burnt out or old trauma may be re-surfacing or getting in the way of what they want. I really believe we all need support at times and together we will navigate through it.
My approach supports people to gain clarity and perspective in order to take new actions towards what matters. I’ve been described as making space for both safety and possibility.
Hi I'm Nina, I'm a clinical psychologist trained to a doctoral level with 25 years of experience in the field. I have lead NHS and third sector services and built my own private therapy practice. I work with people who maybe be feeling really overwhelmed, lost, burnt out or old trauma may be re-surfacing or getting in the way of what they want. I really believe we all need support at times and together we will navigate through it.
My approach supports people to gain clarity and perspective in order to take new actions towards what matters. I’ve been described as making space for both safety and possibility.
If your brain feels like it has 47 tabs open, you're in the right place — and you don't have to untangle it alone.
I support adults and teens (13+) with anxiety, low mood, trauma, ADHD, grief, family tension and general overwhelm.
Working person-centred means no fixed script: we go at your pace, in a space that's collaborative, honest and gently curious, so you can reconnect with what already works in you.
Online and in-person sessions in Maidenhead. Daytime, after-school and some early slots available — I do run a waiting list for popular times, so please enquire.
If your brain feels like it has 47 tabs open, you're in the right place — and you don't have to untangle it alone.
I support adults and teens (13+) with anxiety, low mood, trauma, ADHD, grief, family tension and general overwhelm.
Working person-centred means no fixed script: we go at your pace, in a space that's collaborative, honest and gently curious, so you can reconnect with what already works in you.
Online and in-person sessions in Maidenhead. Daytime, after-school and some early slots available — I do run a waiting list for popular times, so please enquire.
I’m an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with over 15 years of experience working in the NHS. I support people struggling with depression and anxiety disorders, specialising in PTSD and OCD. I also have a strong interest in working with individuals managing long-term physical health conditions including menopause and other women's health issues.
My approach to therapy is empathetic, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practice. Get in touch and we can discuss how I can help you regain a sense of control, improve your wellbeing and move forward in a way that feels meaningful to you.
I’m an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with over 15 years of experience working in the NHS. I support people struggling with depression and anxiety disorders, specialising in PTSD and OCD. I also have a strong interest in working with individuals managing long-term physical health conditions including menopause and other women's health issues.
My approach to therapy is empathetic, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practice. Get in touch and we can discuss how I can help you regain a sense of control, improve your wellbeing and move forward in a way that feels meaningful to you.
I’m a HCPC-registered and chartered Clinical Psychologist with 30+ years experience in mental health and professional training.
I specialise in working with adults struggling with trauma, anxiety, low self-esteem and shame-related difficulties.
My clients often feel stuck in patterns of self-criticism or emotional overwhelm and want to understand their experiences, feel safer in themselves, and build confidence and self-compassion in relationships and daily life. My approach is collaborative and grounded in curiosity, helping clients understand their experiences and move toward greater emotional wellbeing.
I’m a HCPC-registered and chartered Clinical Psychologist with 30+ years experience in mental health and professional training.
I specialise in working with adults struggling with trauma, anxiety, low self-esteem and shame-related difficulties.
My clients often feel stuck in patterns of self-criticism or emotional overwhelm and want to understand their experiences, feel safer in themselves, and build confidence and self-compassion in relationships and daily life. My approach is collaborative and grounded in curiosity, helping clients understand their experiences and move toward greater emotional wellbeing.
I am a HCPC registered and BPS chartered counselling psychologist with over 10 years’ experience working within mental health. I am particularly interested in working with women experiencing perinatal mental health difficulties. This means I offer individual and group therapy to mums (to be) experiencing birth trauma, perinatal anxiety, postnatal depression, maternal identity issues, breastfeeding difficulties, fertility issues, maternal childhood trauma etc.
I am a HCPC registered and BPS chartered counselling psychologist with over 10 years’ experience working within mental health. I am particularly interested in working with women experiencing perinatal mental health difficulties. This means I offer individual and group therapy to mums (to be) experiencing birth trauma, perinatal anxiety, postnatal depression, maternal identity issues, breastfeeding difficulties, fertility issues, maternal childhood trauma etc.
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Women's Issues Counsellors
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.