Parenting Counselling in Guildford
Hi my name is Wendy and I understand it can be difficult to approach someone for support especially if you are feeling overwhelmed with emotions . We all face challenges in life, some of which we can easily manage while others we find ourselves struggling with and needing greater support. No matter what difficulties you are having or how large or small it feels, I can offer you the time and place for you to explore your feelings and emotions, to find acceptance and understanding in a trusted relationship. At a pace to suit you we can work together in making the changes in your life that can help you feel more in control and at ease
Hi my name is Wendy and I understand it can be difficult to approach someone for support especially if you are feeling overwhelmed with emotions . We all face challenges in life, some of which we can easily manage while others we find ourselves struggling with and needing greater support. No matter what difficulties you are having or how large or small it feels, I can offer you the time and place for you to explore your feelings and emotions, to find acceptance and understanding in a trusted relationship. At a pace to suit you we can work together in making the changes in your life that can help you feel more in control and at ease
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience supporting women through life’s most significant transitions. I specialise in fertility challenges, pregnancy, birth, motherhood, hormonal mood disorders, and perimenopause. These stages can feel overwhelming, isolating, or unexpectedly difficult. I offer a warm, compassionate, evidence-based space to explore anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, identity changes, and relationship strain. My approach is collaborative and tailored to each woman’s needs, helping you build resilience, clarity, and emotional wellbeing. You don’t have to navigate this alone.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience supporting women through life’s most significant transitions. I specialise in fertility challenges, pregnancy, birth, motherhood, hormonal mood disorders, and perimenopause. These stages can feel overwhelming, isolating, or unexpectedly difficult. I offer a warm, compassionate, evidence-based space to explore anxiety, depression, trauma, loss, identity changes, and relationship strain. My approach is collaborative and tailored to each woman’s needs, helping you build resilience, clarity, and emotional wellbeing. You don’t have to navigate this alone.
I also specialise in parenting.
I offer kind, non-judgemental, practical and emotionally intelligent support with all aspects of parenting. I offer a connection-based, authoritative approach to parenting that is rooted in evidenced-based approaches related to the importance of attachment relationships and attuned, emotional support to build children's emotional well-being and resilience.
I also specialise in parenting.
I offer kind, non-judgemental, practical and emotionally intelligent support with all aspects of parenting. I offer a connection-based, authoritative approach to parenting that is rooted in evidenced-based approaches related to the importance of attachment relationships and attuned, emotional support to build children's emotional well-being and resilience.
Life can feel complicated. We all have ups and downs, but sometimes challenges become overwhelming or hard to manage alone. On the outside we may seem “fine,” yet inside feel anxious, low, or disconnected. Counselling can help you pause, reflect, and make sense of what’s happening, finding new ways to feel more grounded and at ease.
I offer a calm, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about what’s troubling you — whether that’s anxiety, depression, relationship issues, ADHD, family difficulties, or bereavement. Together we’ll explore your thoughts and emotions at your own pace, helping
Life can feel complicated. We all have ups and downs, but sometimes challenges become overwhelming or hard to manage alone. On the outside we may seem “fine,” yet inside feel anxious, low, or disconnected. Counselling can help you pause, reflect, and make sense of what’s happening, finding new ways to feel more grounded and at ease.
I offer a calm, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about what’s troubling you — whether that’s anxiety, depression, relationship issues, ADHD, family difficulties, or bereavement. Together we’ll explore your thoughts and emotions at your own pace, helping
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 13 years of experience, including 8 years in the NHS, working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have particular expertise in autism, ADHD, anxiety and low mood, and take a neurodiversity-affirming, collaborative, and evidence-based approach. I offer therapy in English and Spanish.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 13 years of experience, including 8 years in the NHS, working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have particular expertise in autism, ADHD, anxiety and low mood, and take a neurodiversity-affirming, collaborative, and evidence-based approach. I offer therapy in English and Spanish.
Welcome, I’m Suman a qualified therapeutic counsellor, registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). DBS checked I work with adults, young people & teens aged 13+, offering therapy online across the UK or face-to-face in Guildford or Odiham. Anxiety, ADHD, bereavement, fear of rejection, interracial relationships, self-harm, low self-esteem, depression, trauma, childhood trauma and grief are some of the areas I have experience in. Being an integrative therapist, I draw on different therapeutic approaches to suit your individual needs be it CBT or Solution Focused Therapy or Person Centered.
Welcome, I’m Suman a qualified therapeutic counsellor, registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). DBS checked I work with adults, young people & teens aged 13+, offering therapy online across the UK or face-to-face in Guildford or Odiham. Anxiety, ADHD, bereavement, fear of rejection, interracial relationships, self-harm, low self-esteem, depression, trauma, childhood trauma and grief are some of the areas I have experience in. Being an integrative therapist, I draw on different therapeutic approaches to suit your individual needs be it CBT or Solution Focused Therapy or Person Centered.
My experience spans work with individuals across the lifespan, including adults, parents, infants, children and adolescents.
I use an integrative approach to psychotherapy – drawing on a range of different theoretical frameworks depending on what is in the best interests of each client. My areas of specialization include autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, stress, depression and eating disorders.
My experience spans work with individuals across the lifespan, including adults, parents, infants, children and adolescents.
I use an integrative approach to psychotherapy – drawing on a range of different theoretical frameworks depending on what is in the best interests of each client. My areas of specialization include autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, stress, depression and eating disorders.
You are brave to get this far, I am here to support you go further; to experience strength in your mental and emotional health and your relationships. Life can be difficult and overwhelming, with an open mind and time to listen I believe in your potential to grow and heal.
I work with individuals and with couples to support them into ways of flourishing. To remove old exhausting means of communicating that don't value who they are and instead discover new ways of being that allow them to experience joy and worth within.
You are brave to get this far, I am here to support you go further; to experience strength in your mental and emotional health and your relationships. Life can be difficult and overwhelming, with an open mind and time to listen I believe in your potential to grow and heal.
I work with individuals and with couples to support them into ways of flourishing. To remove old exhausting means of communicating that don't value who they are and instead discover new ways of being that allow them to experience joy and worth within.
I offer professional one to one counselling to support you if you're struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, or the pressures of work, relationships or family concerns. You might be finding it hard to trust your instincts, or feel stuck in patterns of overthinking or self-criticism. Together, we can explore what’s been holding you back, and begin to build a clearer, more confident voice, where your choices feel more your own.
Our sessions will be a place where you can speak openly, feel heard, and build your confidence and sense of self. Our relationship is one in which I hope you will feel fully supported and wholly respected.
I offer professional one to one counselling to support you if you're struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, or the pressures of work, relationships or family concerns. You might be finding it hard to trust your instincts, or feel stuck in patterns of overthinking or self-criticism. Together, we can explore what’s been holding you back, and begin to build a clearer, more confident voice, where your choices feel more your own.
Our sessions will be a place where you can speak openly, feel heard, and build your confidence and sense of self. Our relationship is one in which I hope you will feel fully supported and wholly respected.
Life after the death of a baby can feel as though the ground has disappeared beneath your feet. Everyday things like pregnancy announcements, social media, or being around babies and young children can be intensely painful, and you may find yourself avoiding people and situations you once enjoyed. You and your partner may grieve very differently, which can create distance, misunderstandings or conflict at the time you most need each other. If you feel overwhelmed, stuck, anxious about a possible future pregnancy or whether you will be able to have a baby, counselling can offer a gentle space to begin finding your way forward.
Life after the death of a baby can feel as though the ground has disappeared beneath your feet. Everyday things like pregnancy announcements, social media, or being around babies and young children can be intensely painful, and you may find yourself avoiding people and situations you once enjoyed. You and your partner may grieve very differently, which can create distance, misunderstandings or conflict at the time you most need each other. If you feel overwhelmed, stuck, anxious about a possible future pregnancy or whether you will be able to have a baby, counselling can offer a gentle space to begin finding your way forward.
Specialist interest in helping overwhelmed parents supporting children with anxiety or Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA).
I also help parents who feel overwhelmed, anxious or emotionally exhausted whilst supporting a child who struggles with anxiety. This demanding role can bring up your own feelings of anxiety, guilt, loneliness, shame. Our sessions would allow you to explore your experience and find a way to reconnect with yourself whilst supporting your child.
Specialist interest in helping overwhelmed parents supporting children with anxiety or Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA).
I also help parents who feel overwhelmed, anxious or emotionally exhausted whilst supporting a child who struggles with anxiety. This demanding role can bring up your own feelings of anxiety, guilt, loneliness, shame. Our sessions would allow you to explore your experience and find a way to reconnect with yourself whilst supporting your child.
I am a Counselling Psychologist working with people across all stages of development. I have a special interest in children and young people’s mental health, offering a range of bespoke child and adolescent treatments as well as ADHD and ASD assessments. I also offer adult ADHD assessment and individual psychological therapy tailored to individual needs.
I am a Counselling Psychologist working with people across all stages of development. I have a special interest in children and young people’s mental health, offering a range of bespoke child and adolescent treatments as well as ADHD and ASD assessments. I also offer adult ADHD assessment and individual psychological therapy tailored to individual needs.
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.
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.
As a parent of a Special Educational Needs (SEN) child, I understand the challenges and stresses.
I am a fully qualified psychotherapist and a member of the BACP. I work integratively, meaning I tailor a variety of therapeutic modalities. This enables me to work with a tailored approach that will meet my clients individual needs, thus meaning that rooted in my belief is that everybody has the capacity for self-growth.
As a parent of a Special Educational Needs (SEN) child, I understand the challenges and stresses.
I am a fully qualified psychotherapist and a member of the BACP. I work integratively, meaning I tailor a variety of therapeutic modalities. This enables me to work with a tailored approach that will meet my clients individual needs, thus meaning that rooted in my belief is that everybody has the capacity for self-growth.
I am a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Play Therapist and Mental Health Nurse. I have a wealth of experience working with children, adolescents, families and adults. I have worked in a variety of mental health settings within the NHS in therapist roles. These included child and adolescent mental health teams, and several specialist eating disorders services. I specialise in treating eating disorders, depression, anxiety, emotional and behavioural problems. As a CBT therapist I aim to help people to identify their unhealthy thoughts and behaviours, and collaboratively work together to challenge these and bring about change
I am a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Play Therapist and Mental Health Nurse. I have a wealth of experience working with children, adolescents, families and adults. I have worked in a variety of mental health settings within the NHS in therapist roles. These included child and adolescent mental health teams, and several specialist eating disorders services. I specialise in treating eating disorders, depression, anxiety, emotional and behavioural problems. As a CBT therapist I aim to help people to identify their unhealthy thoughts and behaviours, and collaboratively work together to challenge these and bring about change
I explore areas such as; communication, conflict, sex, parenting, identity, historic and current abuse and the 'family system' to help bring understanding around dysfunctional patterns of behaviour and their consequences, in the past and the present.
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 explore areas such as; communication, conflict, sex, parenting, identity, historic and current abuse and the 'family system' to help bring understanding around dysfunctional patterns of behaviour and their consequences, in the past and the present.
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 provide a safe space for Talking Therapy and EMDR Therapy sessions. EMDR Therapy can be helpful for PTSD and Trauma, whether a one off incident or chronic trauma such as childhood abuse or neglect and many other mental health presentations, such as body dysmorphia, grief, self-esteem, chronic pain, anxiety, sexual assault, childhood neglect, domestic abuse and more. Many of these presentations can leave you feeling isolated, frustrated and helpless, by processing these via bilateral stimulation to a resolution, life can become more manageable and less triggering, allowing you to achieve your goals.
I provide a safe space for Talking Therapy and EMDR Therapy sessions. EMDR Therapy can be helpful for PTSD and Trauma, whether a one off incident or chronic trauma such as childhood abuse or neglect and many other mental health presentations, such as body dysmorphia, grief, self-esteem, chronic pain, anxiety, sexual assault, childhood neglect, domestic abuse and more. Many of these presentations can leave you feeling isolated, frustrated and helpless, by processing these via bilateral stimulation to a resolution, life can become more manageable and less triggering, allowing you to achieve your goals.
An educational psychologist providing in depth assessments and also expert witness assessments commissioned by solicitors and by parents for SENDist Tribunals and clinical negligence and fitness to plead.
I am a Black psychologist, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Consultant offering assessments, therapy, supervision & coaching services. This includes neurodiversity counselling & family therapy. I work with clients from different backgrounds and from all over the world & those seeking therapy responsive to their ethnic and cultural needs. I am an antiracism expert providing training and diversity assessments using toolkits from my book, Six Stages Framework on challenging discriminations & Racism. I provide bespoke training in DEI including special educational needs. Also an Expert witness in clinical negligence claims and SENDist.
An educational psychologist providing in depth assessments and also expert witness assessments commissioned by solicitors and by parents for SENDist Tribunals and clinical negligence and fitness to plead.
I am a Black psychologist, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Consultant offering assessments, therapy, supervision & coaching services. This includes neurodiversity counselling & family therapy. I work with clients from different backgrounds and from all over the world & those seeking therapy responsive to their ethnic and cultural needs. I am an antiracism expert providing training and diversity assessments using toolkits from my book, Six Stages Framework on challenging discriminations & Racism. I provide bespoke training in DEI including special educational needs. Also an Expert witness in clinical negligence claims and SENDist.
I work with children + adolescents who are struggling with their mental health; with parents who feel lost + overwhelmed; and with adults who are for the first time figuring out who they are.
Maybe you or your child are struggling with disordered eating (AN, BD, BED, ARFID); body image, self harm; managing work or school? I'd love to hear your story. I work with a neuroaffirmative approach to neurodiversity, and have nearly two decades of experience. I draw on range of approaches, having found that “one size doesn’t fit all”.
I work with children + adolescents who are struggling with their mental health; with parents who feel lost + overwhelmed; and with adults who are for the first time figuring out who they are.
Maybe you or your child are struggling with disordered eating (AN, BD, BED, ARFID); body image, self harm; managing work or school? I'd love to hear your story. I work with a neuroaffirmative approach to neurodiversity, and have nearly two decades of experience. I draw on range of approaches, having found that “one size doesn’t fit all”.
You’ve been holding a lot for a long time- family, expectations, relationship difficulties, trauma, work - and on top of that, you’re tired of feeling like you have to explain your culture, background or faith before people “get” you. Maybe you’ve tried to open up before and ended up feeling judged, misunderstood, or like you had to hide parts of yourself. It’s exhausting, and you just want a space where you can turn up and be accepted and understood. Many clients tell me they appreciate that they don’t have to “translate” themselves here or leave parts of who they are at the door.
You’ve been holding a lot for a long time- family, expectations, relationship difficulties, trauma, work - and on top of that, you’re tired of feeling like you have to explain your culture, background or faith before people “get” you. Maybe you’ve tried to open up before and ended up feeling judged, misunderstood, or like you had to hide parts of yourself. It’s exhausting, and you just want a space where you can turn up and be accepted and understood. Many clients tell me they appreciate that they don’t have to “translate” themselves here or leave parts of who they are at the door.
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Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.