LGBTQ+ Counselling in Guildford
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Charlotte Ord
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
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Having spent over a decade working in the health and fitness industry prior to training as a psychologist, I have a particular interest in issues relating to the body, including weight, eating disorders, body dissatisfaction, and pain. I have extensive experience working with people in larger bodies and am an advocate of health at every size and body diversity. I also have a strong interest in
LGBTQ
+ issues and am experienced in working with clients who struggle with a range of other difficulties including anxiety, depression, loneliness, bereavement and life transitions. I am able to support adults and young people aged sixteen +.
Adriana Prado
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
I'm trained and experienced in helping all kinds of people who are struggling with their mental health, and in gently assisting them in their search for the roots of those feelings. I also work closely with
LGBTQ
+ folk, and with those who are and/or love neurodivergent people. I'm trauma-informed and I strive to practice in an anti-discriminatory, anti-oppressive and culturally competent way. I use your own values and beliefs as our reference points during therapy, so that we can safely explore what's going on for you from the only appropriate context: your own.
Lisa Marie Charter
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience of offering therapy to gender/ sexual diversity clients, including non-binary and
trans
clients;
lesbian
,
gay
men,
bisexual
men, and women, polygamous and those questioning or experiencing distress around their gender, sexual identity or sexual practices.
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.
Nina Jellinek
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
Accredited Counsellor for adults and young people, and Counselling Supervisor.
LGBTQ
+ and neurodiverse friendly (with lived and professional experience of both, including experience of autism, PDA profile, ADHD, OCD). I am experienced in working with clients with a wide range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, support for neurodiversity, support re sexuality or identity, trauma, childhood issues or abuse, domestic violence. I am a Systemic Counsellor, which means I believe in understanding your inner beliefs and needs but also your wider context. I offer a safe space to explore feelings and to look at coping strategies.
Chris Ward
Verified
Verified
If you are hoping to achieve something difficult, dream of another life, have found therapy less helpful than you'd hoped in the past, and/or would like to spend minimal time and money on therapy to achieve what you hope for, then I can help. I specialise in working with creative people, particularly those involved in the performing arts, who are looking to try something different in the hope of realising their dreams.
Martin Weaver
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
There are many forms of psychotherapy and counselling, but at heart, they are all simply ways of understanding what we want from our lives and improving how we go about achieving those goals. During my more than twenty-five years working as a therapist & supervisor in both the statutory and voluntary sectors, I have developed a wide range of skills and techniques that I offer to clients. In doing so, working closely with you as a client, I'll help you to ensure that the issues and concerns that you want to deal with are explored in a manner that secures the changes that you want to achieve, as quickly as you want them.
Dr Donna Bella Gurney
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Are you suffering from an eating disorder? Are you constantly feeling not good enough? Are your anxieties stopping you from living the life that you want? Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed or burnt out? Are you a perfectionist with unrelenting standards and highly self-critical? Do you find yourself sabotaging your relationships? Whatever your circumstances, I am here to help. ‘Tutum' is a latin word which means 'safe'. I founded Tutum Psychology to provide a safe space for people to talk. The scientific literature has shown that feeling safe in your therapeutic relationship is important in order for therapy to be a success.
Naveed Shaikh
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Imagine that you could change your life. Taking the first steps to start counselling can be difficult and people come to counselling for many different reasons. You may be feeling anxious, hopeless, low-mood, in an abusive relationship or suffered from trauma. Whatever your challenges or difficulties are, I understand they are important for you. I will support you to tap into your unique strengths that can foster change and growth. I will provide you with a safe space that can support to you to live as our best authentic self.
Emma K Smith
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
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.....
Indre Sateikyte
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
Verified
Verified
Hello, my name is Indre and I am a qualified counsellor in advanced training in psychotherapy. I work short-term or long-term depending on an individual's needs. As a Transactional Analysis psychotherapist, my goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore and understand their experiences, emotions, and behaviors. I believe that our relationships with ourselves and others play a crucial role in our mental and emotional wellbeing.
In my work with clients, I emphasize a relational approach, which means that I view therapy as a collaborative process where we work together to gain insight and understanding.
Steven Hayward
Psychotherapist, COSRT General
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about living a fulfilled life. I believe this is rooted in positive and satisfying relationships. Sometimes, these relationships become stuck, hit an obstacle, or become overwhelmed by disagreements and conflicts. Sometimes, our bodies do not perform or function sexually in the way we would like them to, which can have a significant impact on our well-being, our sexual satisfaction, and ultimately our relationships.
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Paul Alistair Byford
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
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.
Emma Pott
Psychotherapist, MSc, UKCP Trainee
Verified
Verified
I work primarily as an Integrative Psychotherapist but also am an accredited DBT therapist. Loosely translated this means I use various theories and approaches to help my clients dependent on their needs. I have over 10 years experience within mental health and continue to work within a specialist personality disorder and trauma service in the NHS providing Dialectical, Cognitive and Mentalization Behaviour Therapy (DBT, CBT, MBT).
Craig Coventry Counselling and Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
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.
Heidi Renton
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
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.
Andy Edwin Spencer
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
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Verified
1 Endorsed
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.
Dr Emilia Szmigielska
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I can help with various difficulties such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, addictions, low self-esteem, ADHD, narcissistic abuse, panic attacks, OCD, trauma, bereavement, PTSD, anger management, social anxiety, relationship issues, sexuality, disordered eating, body image, body appreciation, parenthood, abortion, career change, lack of motivation and many others. As an integrative therapist I use various therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT),
Guildford GU2
& Online
Jason Spendelow
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Hello. I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 18 years of experience providing an online service to clients around the world. I help people conquer psychological challenges using the latest findings in psychology and neuroscience. I have a down-to-earth style and use practical strategies to address low mood, stress, anxiety, confidence issues, relationship difficulties and other issues. Visit my website to learn more, read client reviews, watch skills videos, and read helpful articles.
Evelyn Gaunt
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Have you been affected by a traumatic event are you suffering from PTSD or complex PTSD. Do you have flashbacks, anxiety, depression or maybe you can't understand the triggers that force you into a feeling of freezing, fear or running away. Maybe you were in an accident or witnessed an accident. Maybe you witnessed domestic abuse as a child or were physically or emotionally neglected or abused. Processing past events in EMDR therapy can significantly reduce feelings of anxiety, anger, stress, sadness and more allowing you to engage in life again, achieving your goals improving self-confidence and self esteem
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Sleeping disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Chronic stress, Chronic pain, Psychogenic Infertility, Mood Swings, Insomnia, Traumas/Complex Trauma, PTSD related to sexuality, religion, gender, relationships, childbirth… You can unload your burden with no judgement, learn to manage your symptoms in a gentle and realistic way. Your brain, your conscious and subconscious minds and your body are taken into account using the latest research in the trauma field. All wrapped up with common sense and gentle humour. I am also a Social worker, life coach, Psycho sociologist
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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.