Female Counselling in Great Wakering, ENG

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Valerie Thompson
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Verified Verified
Great Wakering SS3
I am a couples counsellor / relationship therapist. I focus on helping couples and individuals lead more contented lives. You may feel the spark has gone from your relationship, navigating a new one or not in a relationship at all. No matter what your circumstance, the chances are, if you are reading this, you have concerns about how you’re relating to others. If you're concerned about any of the following issues in your relationship, I may be able to help you: trust and jealousy, intimacy, family relationships, communication, self-esteem, infidelity, understanding each other, depression and anxiety, separation and divorce.
I am a couples counsellor / relationship therapist. I focus on helping couples and individuals lead more contented lives. You may feel the spark has gone from your relationship, navigating a new one or not in a relationship at all. No matter what your circumstance, the chances are, if you are reading this, you have concerns about how you’re relating to others. If you're concerned about any of the following issues in your relationship, I may be able to help you: trust and jealousy, intimacy, family relationships, communication, self-esteem, infidelity, understanding each other, depression and anxiety, separation and divorce.
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Angela McCleave
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Wakering SS3
I am a BACP Accredited therapist with a wealth of life experience, as well as experience with counselling people going through a wide range of emotional life events. You do not have to do this on your own. The first step is the hardest and that is to make the call to reach out for help. I offer sessions via telephone, video, or face-to-face.
I am a BACP Accredited therapist with a wealth of life experience, as well as experience with counselling people going through a wide range of emotional life events. You do not have to do this on your own. The first step is the hardest and that is to make the call to reach out for help. I offer sessions via telephone, video, or face-to-face.
01702 967623 View 01702 967623
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Wright Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Great Wakering SS3
Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by the stresses in life? Feel unable to make decisions? Do you condemn yourself for making the 'wrong' decision? We can be good at condemning ourselves and be our worst critic. Discovering what patterns are happening for us over and over again, and preparing yourself for these, knowing what you can and can't do, can feel empowering. Being able to express yourself knowing that you can be heard without fear, embarrassment or shame but with acceptance of you as a person can be life changing. I can help you look at making changes and find bespoke ways to support and establish a way forward for you.
Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by the stresses in life? Feel unable to make decisions? Do you condemn yourself for making the 'wrong' decision? We can be good at condemning ourselves and be our worst critic. Discovering what patterns are happening for us over and over again, and preparing yourself for these, knowing what you can and can't do, can feel empowering. Being able to express yourself knowing that you can be heard without fear, embarrassment or shame but with acceptance of you as a person can be life changing. I can help you look at making changes and find bespoke ways to support and establish a way forward for you.
01702 411337 View 01702 411337
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Kelly Elizabeth Walters
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Great Wakering SS3
I am a qualified and experienced Trauma counsellor and accredited member of the BACP working in Rochford, Southend, Essex and online. I am a professionally trained counsellor dealing within many fields including, but not only, CPTSD, trauma, addictive and dependent behaviours, perception-altering drugs including cannabis, anxiety-driven behaviour, relational issues and sexual abuse. As of July 2024, I will be an EMDR therapist and can offer these services. It's all about you. Counselling focuses on your needs. Using my skills I aim to help you achieve the change you are looking for.
I am a qualified and experienced Trauma counsellor and accredited member of the BACP working in Rochford, Southend, Essex and online. I am a professionally trained counsellor dealing within many fields including, but not only, CPTSD, trauma, addictive and dependent behaviours, perception-altering drugs including cannabis, anxiety-driven behaviour, relational issues and sexual abuse. As of July 2024, I will be an EMDR therapist and can offer these services. It's all about you. Counselling focuses on your needs. Using my skills I aim to help you achieve the change you are looking for.
01702 967790 View 01702 967790

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Jess Henderson
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southend-on-Sea SS1  (Online Only)
I am a trained Person-Centred Counsellor and a trained mental health nurse. As I am dual qualified, I feel my experience can support you holistically, supporting you to explore any issues in an open way. As a person-centred counsellor, I believe in focusing on the needs of the individual and that you are the expert in your own life. My role is to walk beside you and together explore what has brought you to counselling.
I am a trained Person-Centred Counsellor and a trained mental health nurse. As I am dual qualified, I feel my experience can support you holistically, supporting you to explore any issues in an open way. As a person-centred counsellor, I believe in focusing on the needs of the individual and that you are the expert in your own life. My role is to walk beside you and together explore what has brought you to counselling.
01702 967304 View 01702 967304
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Chevair Leeding
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS1  (Online Only)
We all are individuals and experience life uniquely. There are times in our life when we find we are struggling with emotions, thoughts, patterns of behaviour and relationships. Maybe you are experiencing anxiety and struggling to manage the thoughts which are stopping you from achieving goals in your life? Or low mood that can feel like there is no pleasure in life? Are there relationship issues with family, partners or friends? You may have just had a diagnosis and are unsure what this means for you? I offer an individual tailored therapy known as integrative therapy which incorporates person centred, CBT and DBT online.
We all are individuals and experience life uniquely. There are times in our life when we find we are struggling with emotions, thoughts, patterns of behaviour and relationships. Maybe you are experiencing anxiety and struggling to manage the thoughts which are stopping you from achieving goals in your life? Or low mood that can feel like there is no pleasure in life? Are there relationship issues with family, partners or friends? You may have just had a diagnosis and are unsure what this means for you? I offer an individual tailored therapy known as integrative therapy which incorporates person centred, CBT and DBT online.
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Siobhan Bracken
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS1
For anyone wanting to understand their emotions, find life easier to cope with and work on self-improvement and self-esteem, I am here to help you build positive mental health strategies into your day-to-day life so that things can feel easier to manage. I have extensive experience working with self-esteem, anxiety and stress management. Alongside those, I am experienced in supporting with depression, body image concerns, grief and relationship issues (whether that be partner, family, friend etc.). I will cater the therapy to you by allowing you to guide me in what you would like to explore and gain from the process.
For anyone wanting to understand their emotions, find life easier to cope with and work on self-improvement and self-esteem, I am here to help you build positive mental health strategies into your day-to-day life so that things can feel easier to manage. I have extensive experience working with self-esteem, anxiety and stress management. Alongside those, I am experienced in supporting with depression, body image concerns, grief and relationship issues (whether that be partner, family, friend etc.). I will cater the therapy to you by allowing you to guide me in what you would like to explore and gain from the process.
01702 668124 View 01702 668124
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Sharon Horwood Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Southend-on-Sea SS1
I want to help you recover from burnout, stress & low self esteem. Are you dealing with depression, anxiety, or wanting non-judgemental support? Have you or a loved one been through a life changing medical trauma? Sometimes we don't listen to our bodies until we're forced. I had a brain injury many years ago that affected every aspect of my life & left me disabled! Hence, I also know the challenges of being a single parent. In my previous career I loved working with and inspiring young people, this is still close to my heart. If you are a young person unsure which direction to take your future, use me to help you find your answers.
I want to help you recover from burnout, stress & low self esteem. Are you dealing with depression, anxiety, or wanting non-judgemental support? Have you or a loved one been through a life changing medical trauma? Sometimes we don't listen to our bodies until we're forced. I had a brain injury many years ago that affected every aspect of my life & left me disabled! Hence, I also know the challenges of being a single parent. In my previous career I loved working with and inspiring young people, this is still close to my heart. If you are a young person unsure which direction to take your future, use me to help you find your answers.
01702 967443 View 01702 967443
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Donna Kilday
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS1
Are you a parent who feels anxious about work? Maybe you're worried about going back to work after children? Juggling work, family and time for yourself can be overwhelming, and many parents struggle with anxiety and guilt. Or maybe you're a People Pleaser? The idea of speaking up for yourself makes you feel ill, but you feel the need to live YOUR life - not someone else's idea of life.
Are you a parent who feels anxious about work? Maybe you're worried about going back to work after children? Juggling work, family and time for yourself can be overwhelming, and many parents struggle with anxiety and guilt. Or maybe you're a People Pleaser? The idea of speaking up for yourself makes you feel ill, but you feel the need to live YOUR life - not someone else's idea of life.
01702 967120 View 01702 967120
Photo of Janice Anne Stringer - Wild about Wellbeing, MBACP, Counsellor
Wild about Wellbeing
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS1
Are you a High Achieving Professional who through dedication and focus to a career, realise you've left yourself out of your life? Are you now looking to create change so you thrive as a person, be happier in yourself and enjoy a richer and more personally stimulating life. Yet you need guidance and support in developing a blueprint and then making changes which will benefit you in doing so. I'm Jan. An Elite Life Architect and I can help you increase personal wellbeing, support you through emotional difficulties, enhance mental wellness and help you develop an agile mindset.
Are you a High Achieving Professional who through dedication and focus to a career, realise you've left yourself out of your life? Are you now looking to create change so you thrive as a person, be happier in yourself and enjoy a richer and more personally stimulating life. Yet you need guidance and support in developing a blueprint and then making changes which will benefit you in doing so. I'm Jan. An Elite Life Architect and I can help you increase personal wellbeing, support you through emotional difficulties, enhance mental wellness and help you develop an agile mindset.
01243 219391 View 01243 219391
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Dr Chancy Marsh CPsychol
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS1
I am a chartered clinical psychologist with 15 years experience in mental health. Whilst working in the NHS, I have set up The Sycamore Private Practice so that people outside of mental health services can access support. I have worked with people, who have benefited from making sense of difficult or/and frightening experiences, improving their mood or lowering anxiety. If you would like a safe place in order to understand more about what is going on for you, or perhaps have specific areas that need a focus, we can do this together and at a pace that suits you. I have listed my areas of expertise and experience as a guide for you.
I am a chartered clinical psychologist with 15 years experience in mental health. Whilst working in the NHS, I have set up The Sycamore Private Practice so that people outside of mental health services can access support. I have worked with people, who have benefited from making sense of difficult or/and frightening experiences, improving their mood or lowering anxiety. If you would like a safe place in order to understand more about what is going on for you, or perhaps have specific areas that need a focus, we can do this together and at a pace that suits you. I have listed my areas of expertise and experience as a guide for you.
01702 418809 View 01702 418809
Photo of Mel Cardy - Elmsleigh Counselling, MNCPS Acc., Counsellor
Elmsleigh Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS1
Hi, I’m Mel, I’m a professional qualified counsellor based in Leigh-On-Sea Essex. The therapy I offer is very much tailored to the individual because there is no ‘one size fits all’. I offer support for a wide range if issues, such as; but not restricted to, addiction, abuse, bereavement, trauma and relationships. I do have a special interest in Anxiety, Low Confidence and Self Esteem issues as I have had personal experience of how debilitating these can be. I offer a completely non judgemental and confidential safe space for long or short term therapy sessions.
Hi, I’m Mel, I’m a professional qualified counsellor based in Leigh-On-Sea Essex. The therapy I offer is very much tailored to the individual because there is no ‘one size fits all’. I offer support for a wide range if issues, such as; but not restricted to, addiction, abuse, bereavement, trauma and relationships. I do have a special interest in Anxiety, Low Confidence and Self Esteem issues as I have had personal experience of how debilitating these can be. I offer a completely non judgemental and confidential safe space for long or short term therapy sessions.
01702 904203 View 01702 904203
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Michelle Anne Saunders
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS3
I realise what a daunting task it can be, to admit to yourself that you need support and to reach out to someone. Many people spend a long time thinking they can just snap out of it and beating themselves up when they are not able to, creating a vicious cycle that is hard to break. The fact you are here, looking for support is the first step, and often one of the hardest. If you are finding yourself repeating unhelpful patterns of behaviour, finding daily life a struggle, or looking to explore your past, present or future, I can support you as you work through them and step into the life that you want, and deserve.
I realise what a daunting task it can be, to admit to yourself that you need support and to reach out to someone. Many people spend a long time thinking they can just snap out of it and beating themselves up when they are not able to, creating a vicious cycle that is hard to break. The fact you are here, looking for support is the first step, and often one of the hardest. If you are finding yourself repeating unhelpful patterns of behaviour, finding daily life a struggle, or looking to explore your past, present or future, I can support you as you work through them and step into the life that you want, and deserve.
01702 967445 View 01702 967445
Photo of Sian Elizabeth Hines, PNCPS Acc., Counsellor
Sian Elizabeth Hines
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southend-on-Sea SS1
I can help you to reach the potential that you want and deserve to reach by helping you to understand your past, present and future. To help you to work through relationship problems, self esteem issues or letting go of the past. To enable you to see past blocks and obstacles so that you can control, minimise and eliminate any anxieties. To work with the negative emotions that you feel so that you can identify quickly what your emotions are telling you and then challenge them so that they do not control you. To magnify the positives and build on them for complete self confidence.
I can help you to reach the potential that you want and deserve to reach by helping you to understand your past, present and future. To help you to work through relationship problems, self esteem issues or letting go of the past. To enable you to see past blocks and obstacles so that you can control, minimise and eliminate any anxieties. To work with the negative emotions that you feel so that you can identify quickly what your emotions are telling you and then challenge them so that they do not control you. To magnify the positives and build on them for complete self confidence.
01702 967425 View 01702 967425
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Natasha Williamson
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southend-on-Sea SS1
My name is Natasha and I run The Wellness Project. I help individuals and couples to find a more vibrant and easeful way of life. I believe that if we work to understand your unique psychological make-up, with an appropriate level of support and challenge, change is possible. I consider us equally important in the process and will help you to feel comfortable - always working from a place of kindness and respect. My core training is in Transactional Analysis - however, I have significant post qualification training and consider myself to work integratively, drawing on lots of different theories and skills to best help my clients.
My name is Natasha and I run The Wellness Project. I help individuals and couples to find a more vibrant and easeful way of life. I believe that if we work to understand your unique psychological make-up, with an appropriate level of support and challenge, change is possible. I consider us equally important in the process and will help you to feel comfortable - always working from a place of kindness and respect. My core training is in Transactional Analysis - however, I have significant post qualification training and consider myself to work integratively, drawing on lots of different theories and skills to best help my clients.
01702 908322 View 01702 908322
Photo of Tania Freeman - Play Matters Creative Therapy, MBACP, Counsellor
Play Matters Creative Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS1
I have extensive experience of working with primary & secondary school aged children using creative techniques to explore difficulties. Whether it's imaginative play, storytelling or image making all are intended to help participants engage in self-exploration through purposeful meaning-making, visually expressing experiences, perceptions, feelings and thoughts through art & play. Creative Therapy is for Adults & Teens too offering an opportunity to go beyond "thinking" about how we feel to create connection to our embodied "felt" sense. We will work together to help enhancing self awareness alongside self empowerment & resilience.
I have extensive experience of working with primary & secondary school aged children using creative techniques to explore difficulties. Whether it's imaginative play, storytelling or image making all are intended to help participants engage in self-exploration through purposeful meaning-making, visually expressing experiences, perceptions, feelings and thoughts through art & play. Creative Therapy is for Adults & Teens too offering an opportunity to go beyond "thinking" about how we feel to create connection to our embodied "felt" sense. We will work together to help enhancing self awareness alongside self empowerment & resilience.
01702 904201 View 01702 904201
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Laura Gillett
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southend-on-Sea SS3
Waitlist for new clients
From my supervisor (Jo West): "Laura has 8 years experience working with children, young people and adults in therapeutic settings, including schools, NHS, charities and private settings. She is dedicated to her clients, believing mental health is the key to our wellbeing. Laura uses a range of skills to guide positive, life-long change. She has a calm, patient personality and is brilliant at helping her clients to build resilience and work through tough times. She supports people with a range of issues including trauma, anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, confidence, family and friendships, school difficulties, and stress"
From my supervisor (Jo West): "Laura has 8 years experience working with children, young people and adults in therapeutic settings, including schools, NHS, charities and private settings. She is dedicated to her clients, believing mental health is the key to our wellbeing. Laura uses a range of skills to guide positive, life-long change. She has a calm, patient personality and is brilliant at helping her clients to build resilience and work through tough times. She supports people with a range of issues including trauma, anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, confidence, family and friendships, school difficulties, and stress"
01702 899958 View 01702 899958
Photo of Hayley Robinson, BACP, Counsellor
Hayley Robinson
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southend-on-Sea SS1
Hey! My name is Hayley, I am a person-centred counsellor with a passion for helping others understand and accept life difficulties. By offering my clients a safe and nonjudgmental space to explore their feelings and emotions, I believe, that by being truly listened too, together we can achieve personal growth and a better understanding of the challenges we face. I have worked with men, women and young people experiencing mental health challenges, listening to their needs to build therapeutic relationships with my clients. I can offer sessions face to face in Southchurch and Southend as well as walk and talk therapy.
Hey! My name is Hayley, I am a person-centred counsellor with a passion for helping others understand and accept life difficulties. By offering my clients a safe and nonjudgmental space to explore their feelings and emotions, I believe, that by being truly listened too, together we can achieve personal growth and a better understanding of the challenges we face. I have worked with men, women and young people experiencing mental health challenges, listening to their needs to build therapeutic relationships with my clients. I can offer sessions face to face in Southchurch and Southend as well as walk and talk therapy.
01702 667573 View 01702 667573
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Paula Patricia Appleton
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS1  (Online Only)
Hi and thanks for taking the time to look at my profile. I am a qualified Counsellor with experience working with individuals of all ages working with an integrative approach, thus I combine a range of counselling therapies tailoring them for each individual client in line with the BACP Ethical Framework. I work with a number of presenting issues.
Hi and thanks for taking the time to look at my profile. I am a qualified Counsellor with experience working with individuals of all ages working with an integrative approach, thus I combine a range of counselling therapies tailoring them for each individual client in line with the BACP Ethical Framework. I work with a number of presenting issues.
01268 261512 View 01268 261512
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Piece Together Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Southend-on-Sea SS1
Do you feel down or depressed? Do you suffer anxiety and worry about your kids, a relationship, or a challenging colleague at night? Perhaps the death of a loved one has left you devastated and stuck in fear. Do you lack self-worth and want to know yourself better? Together, we can explore and understand whatever is eating away and worrying you.
Do you feel down or depressed? Do you suffer anxiety and worry about your kids, a relationship, or a challenging colleague at night? Perhaps the death of a loved one has left you devastated and stuck in fear. Do you lack self-worth and want to know yourself better? Together, we can explore and understand whatever is eating away and worrying you.
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Female Counsellors

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

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

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

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