Sleep or Insomnia Counselling in Guildford

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Steve Maher
Psychotherapist, MA, MHGI
Verified
Verified
Hi, I’m Steve. I am a professional coach and psychotherapist with over 20 years experience helping people overcome life's obstacles to become the best that they can be. I specialise in, but am not limited to, working with people that are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, sleep and confidence issues. I explain how our minds work, how sometimes this can get in our way and then take small but meaningful steps to move towards meeting our needs.
01483 968789
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Guildford GU2
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Hypnotherapy4women
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
01483 924566
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Guildford GU1
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Sue Wheeler Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am a counsellor in Guildford with 20 years experience helping adults and young people 16+ to cope with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, sleep difficulties, burnout or the impact of life with ADHD or Autism. I also offer counselling for study related issues such as exam stress, procrastination and presentation anxiety.
01793 540371
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Guildford GU2
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Dr Ben J Mead
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
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Hello, my name is Ben and I am a Clinical Psychologist, Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and Counsellor practising in Surrey (Guildford), Hampshire (Basingstoke) and also online via a secure, encrypted network. My extensive training and experience ensures I am able to help adults and children with a number of difficulties, including (but not limited to): Anxiety, Depression, Low self-esteem, Loneliness, Grief / Loss, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Post-traumatic stress (PTSD), Relationship difficulties (including break-ups), Social anxiety, Sleep difficulties and Work / exam stress
07723 467204
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Guildford GU5
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Evelyn Gaunt
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Living with the affects of trauma can be frightening and isolating, leading to feelings of depression, anxiety, low self-worth, confidence and relationship issues, nightmares, sleep deprivation and re-experiencing an event over and over.
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
01483 694867
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Guildford GU3
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Naomi Kefford
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I offer support to clients who may be experiencing times of anxiety, depression, bereavement or sleep difficulties. Perhaps you are struggling with a particular life event, and would like to talk through difficulties with someone other than family or friends. I offer empathic and non-judgemental listening in a safe space, allowing clients to explore what is going on for them. I also offer more proactive, solution focused ways of encouraging self-support and strategies.
07380 329042
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Guildford GU1
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Dr Paul Kong
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Over 20 years of rich clinical experience. Long track record of serving patients with mental health problems in public hospitals in Hong Kong and held the role of Adult Psychiatry Service Team In-charge. Skilled in assessing and treating a wide variety of psychological problems of adolescents and adults, such as depression, anxiety, insomnia , addiction problem, eating disorders, couple relationship problem, emotional and stress problems, etc. Appointed as Guest Lecturer of the University of Hong Kong and Honorary Clinical Supervisor of the University of Hong Kong and the Chinese University of Hong Kong.
020 4538 3071
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Guildford GU1
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Rachel Temple
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Welcome to Heartlands. If you are tired of coping and would like to achieve a feeling of joy Heartlands provides a safe space to explore and unravel what may be blocking this in your life. Anxiety and depression can be symptoms of old trauma that we store somatically. Insomnia and obsession can be a way of coping with difficult feelings. Learning to gain a sense of self can be a very important first step on a healing journey. I am interested in whole hearted wellness- begin to learn how to take care of yourself undoing attachment issues and relational problems. Address low energy and self esteem.
023 8254 4471
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Guildford GU28
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Susi Felton
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Clients come to me because they feel something is not quite right in their lives. They may be anxious about relationships, work, college or simply feel that they cannot cope with life. They want someone to listen to them in a non judgemental way. Many are stuck with past patterns of behaviours or negative thought patterns which no longer work for them. They may be wondering what therapy entails so I aim to put them at their ease when they first contact me. Clients tell me our sessions are relaxing, practical, sometimes even fun as we work together to make positive changes to their lives.
01483 930184
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Guildford GU1
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May Fitzpatrick
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
Verified
Verified
Hello. I am NHS trained and experienced in working with broad range of symptoms, behaviours, mental health and emotional problems. You may be looking to understand extremely strong and exhausting feelings, or why it is you seem to feel little about anything. It may be that you are experiencing troubling negative thoughts and beliefs about yourself, others, or both. Or it may be you have noticed that some of the things you do in personal or work relationships, or to yourself, are destructive and unhelpful. And it may be all of the above, or just repeated sense that something just isn’t right - but your not sure what.
020 3974 1917
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Guildford GU2
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Nic Perrins
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Depressed? Feeling sad? Anxious? Panic attacks? Grieving? I'm here to listen to and support you in your journey to wellness. I'm a qualified therapist experienced in helping clients work through their thoughts and emotions. I've been honoured to be helping people on their journey toward mental well-being for several years now.
0121 661 3546
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Guildford GU1
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Claire Millar
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
1 Endorsed
I am an experienced clinical psychotherapist and psychotherapeutic counsellor with an MSc from the Metanoia Institute. My private counselling and psychotherapy practice is in Guildford where I see individuals and couples. I offer short and longer term therapy as required. We all experience challenging times in our lives: it takes bravery and honesty to accept that you need a guiding-hand to help you through this. I will work alongside you to help identify the solutions to your problems, drawing on all my experience to offer an approach to suit you as an individual.
01483 917669
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Guildford GU5
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Abi Dewing
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
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
07933 184693
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Guildford GU2
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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.
07480 486605
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Guildford GU1
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Rodney Dee
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Starting therapy can be daunting so it’s important that you identify a therapist and an approach to working that feels right for you. As an art psychotherapist, I am open, honest and inclusive with considerable experience supporting children, adolescents and young adults in schools and community settings. My approach to working is psychodynamic - I’m interested in how past events may have affected you, both consciously and unconsciously, influencing the way you think, feel and behave. Should talking about your experiences be too difficult, I may encourage you to try different creative techniques as an alternate means of expression.
01252 988513
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Guildford GU1
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Andy Edwin Spencer
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
1 Endorsed
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.
01483 930178
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Guildford GU2
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Penny Simmonite
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
You may be feeling life is just too much to manage right now, perhaps you've had a bereavement or loss, or maybe something from the past is impacting on how you are feeling. Asking for professional help can feel daunting, but once you've made that decision, it can bring relief and then finding the right person, who can hear your concerns and support you, is really important. I can offer a safe, confidential space and give you the time and space to explore what is going on for you, to help you gain awareness and insight into what's troubling you and help you reach your goals.
01372 236068
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Guildford GU2
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Shropshire Lass Counselling
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
Counselling is my passion and I look to provide a safe, private space for you to be heard when no one else is listening.
01483 930162
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Guildford GU4
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Warren Vinciguerra
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
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.
07401 773492
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Guildford GU2
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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.
020 4538 0692
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Guildford GU1
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Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors

How effective is treatment for insomnia?

The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.

Are there specific medications for sleep problems?

There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.

Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?

There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.

What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?

Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.