Counselling in Guildford

I am a qualified, accredited, Humanistic counsellor. Humanistic Counselling takes a holistic approach, focusing on the uniqueness of an individual. It aims to explore a person’s whole life experience, combining the past, present, and future. I am a registered member of the National Counselling Society (NCS), abiding by their ethical framework. I am also undertaking a part time master’s degree at Regents University which focuses on psychoanalysis, integrative and existential therapy, contributing to my professional development. Having a wide knowledge of differing approaches allows me to adapt, to suit the unique needs of each client

I am a Counsellor, Psychotherapist, trauma therapist and EMDR practitioner. I am registered and accredited member of the BACP. My primary way of working aims to work with the individual as a whole, through helping the client understand their thought and emotional processes. I work on the basis that each individual is able to direct themselves through their difficulties in the best way for them, and that my work is to help deepen their self-exploration and exploration of their difficulties so that clients are better equipped to navigate through their difficulties.

Are you experiencing a difficult or challenging time in your life? Perhaps you are feeling stuck and unable to move forward? Whatever your reason for considering therapy and viewing my profile, it is often the case that we 'hit the wall' or 'crash' emotionally before we can identify that we may need professional support. When our usual coping mechanisms no longer work the struggle can be overwhelming. As your therapist I recognise this as your first and critical step toward positive change. You are I'm sure familiar with the phrase 'if you do what you've always done...you get what you've always got' and how true it is.....

You may be feeling low, depressed, anxious, angry or experience bereavement or grief. This can feel overwhelming and leave you needing some support and you may find at this time counselling could help. My approach is warm, emphatic, and confidential giving you an opportunity to feel heard and supported. I understand how hard it is to make that first contact and to talk about what is troubling you and I aim to make that first conversation as comfortable as possible.

Whatever you are feeling now, there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Life can be tricky sometimes and you may think that people can't understand you because of what you are going through. Sometimes you need someone to listen to you, to help you to understand what is actually happening. I can help you to walk through this journey, to find a way to a safe place which respects your values and beliefs. You can talk about any issues that bother you and explore your emotions without judgment. I have 19 years of training and experience in a broad range of topics in psychotherapy counselling and educational therapy.

Sometimes in life we reach a point where we know things need to change. You may be feeling like you have had enough of being overwhelmed, stressed and tired. Perhaps relationships are difficult to create or maintain, or you may be tired of fighting unhelpful behaviours, pain and distress. I just want to let you know that you are not alone and that there is hope. I can provide you with a safe space where you can understand where those issues are arising from and find ways to stop and prevent them. Life is difficult in so many ways but you can learn to focus your attention on what you want from life rather than what you don't have.

Paul has a wealth of experience of psychological intervention having worked in various multi-disciplinary work settings including NHS IAPT services (Improving Access to Psychological Therapies). Alcohol and Drug misuse services, renowned private residential rehabs and prison. He has also had a successful private practice in Harley Street and in the Home Counties and now works from Guildford and Godalming in Surrey. Paul will use various contemporary research and evidence based therapeutic models including CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), MET (Motivational Enhancement Therapy) and Humanistic Person Centred Therapy to help facilitate change and help people with various issues to live more balanced lives.

Through my experience of nearly two decades of working within the mental health industry, I have continued to develop my empathy skills, along with a strong sense of compassion for my clients. I have the energy and motivation to wholeheartedly help my clients change. Over the course of my years in practice I have had the honour to participate in different treatment programmes, within a variety of contextual settings. This has included having the privilege to work at some of Europe’s best private clinics such as; Smarmore Castle, Lifeworks Community and Promis Clinics. I also have experience of working in a UK prison and a college.

We are living in challenging times and life is not always easy or rewarding. I would like to offer a safe space for you to talk and to feel heard. My counselling space is there for you to explore thoughts and feelings in a non-judgemental and empathic environment, working towards building a trusting and collaborative relationship.

Dr John O'Connor is a Chartered Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Director of Malone Psychology Services. He is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and is an Associate Fellow of The British Psychological Society. Dr O'Connor identifies and treats psychological problems across the entire spectrum with particular expertise in depression, anxiety and trauma. His Doctoral research explored the diagnosis of Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and was completed at The Institute of Psychotrauma in London.

I have been providing a professional counselling service for over 20 y'rs, & having had a rich experience of life & the challenges it can bring to bear on mental health, I have some insight as to what many of us go through. Counselling is like any other relationship it needs to be built on trust & respect without fear of challenge. I will try my hardest to help you navigate the relationships, challenges & trauma that life presents. The complexities of your life are unique to you & together we can find the answers & unearth what is right for you, helping you to learn to work through, & ultimately what is causing you difficulties.

Hello, my name is Indre and I am a qualified counsellor in an advanced training in psychotherapy. I work short-term or long-term depending on individual's needs. Psychotherapy is a powerful tool to enhance one's life and potential. My approach is relational - using Transactional Analysis tools. Although, most struggles and limiting thinking/behaviour stem from our past, the therapeutic relationship can help to uncover these areas and be a vehicle of change.

I am passionate about talking therapy, as well as having my own private practice in Guildford and offering online therapy, I am a qualified clinical supervisor and university lecturer/trainer in Humanistic counselling. I offer a respectful, supportive space where a wide range of individuals and couples can explore any concerns that they might have. I work within a pluralistic framework that recognises the individuality within the exploration of making sense of ourselves, our relationships, our spiritual/transpersonal issues and our attempt of working towards self-acceptance.

If you are dealing with Sleeping disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Chronic stress, Chronic pain, Psychogenic Infertility, Mood Swings, Hormonal Unbalance, Traumas, PTSD caused by sexual traumatic experience, private or professional relationship, bullying, childbirth, you can unload your burden with no judgement, learn to manage your symptoms in a gentle and realistic way. Your brain, conscious and subconscious minds and body are taken into account. You will learn Self helping tools from Hypnosis and Mindfulness; all wrapped up with common sense and gentle humour. Also a Social worker, life coach, NLP, Midfulness, Psycho sociologist

My main aim in life has and always will be to help people find peace and joy in their lives. This can be very difficult to source when life today is so challenging. Whether it is financial worries, loss of a loved one, disability, illness, family issues, bullying, work pressure, trauma, (amongst others) all can induce stress, depression and anxiety. Besides a wealth of life experience, I have a degree in Integrative relationship counselling, which enables me to work in a way to suit each individual and their issues. We will work together at your pace to find a healing path.

Life will always present us with challenges and difficult situations. Sometimes these challenges can get on top of us and we stop living and enjoying our lives as fully as we would like. This is where counselling can be of help. Counselling is about offering a supportive relationship in a safe and confidential environment to talk through whatever is concerning them. Counselling is not about giving advice and counsellors can never be experts in other people’s lives. Counselling is about helping people find their unique strengths to work through a particular issue in the best way for them so that they can live a happy life.

Sometimes relationships can seem such a struggle. Difficulties with trust and commitment, the arrival of children, redundancy, ill-health, infidelity, 'empty nest' syndrome, retirement, bereavement - these can all pose significant challenges to our ability to form and maintain a loving, emotionally fulfilling connection. Maybe you are at a crisis point, feel stuck, or are trying to work out whether or not to separate? You might be unhappy with your sexual relationship. If you feel like you need some help, I will listen and support without judgement, and can offer you counselling that is professional, sensitive and confidential.

I am qualified as an integrative counsellor and my busy private practice reflects a broad range of clients and their issues. I work with people of all ages, from all backgrounds struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction and stress. I also have experience of clients with bereavement, loss, panic attacks, trauma, sex and pornography addiction, anger and eating disorders. I work with individuals and couples and favour a systemic approach looking at context, social environment and behaviour patterns as well as attachments from the past that impact the present.

I am a Clinical Psychologist who specialises in supporting individuals through difficult emotions and experiences, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. We all experience challenging periods in our lives; therapy can offer a safe space to work through these difficulties and support you to develop effective coping strategies to help you move forward. My role is to help you identify the barriers that are keeping you stuck and look at these from a different perspective to enable you to overcome them. The aim of therapy is to equip you with the the knowledge, tools and techniques so that you no longer need me!