Geriatric and Seniors Counselling in Havant

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David Leonard Houliston
Counsellor, MBACP
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
I help adults and young people explore what’s going on beneath the surface—and support them in finding a way of living that feels more real, connected, and grounded. You can use our sessions to explore: Persistent anxiety or worry Feeling overwhelmed or burnt out Workplace stress and pressure Difficult childhood experiences or trauma Autistic burnout or stress around assessment Low self-worth, people-pleasing, or self-criticism Feeling stuck, lost, or unsure of yourself
I help adults and young people explore what’s going on beneath the surface—and support them in finding a way of living that feels more real, connected, and grounded. You can use our sessions to explore: Persistent anxiety or worry Feeling overwhelmed or burnt out Workplace stress and pressure Difficult childhood experiences or trauma Autistic burnout or stress around assessment Low self-worth, people-pleasing, or self-criticism Feeling stuck, lost, or unsure of yourself
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Pauline Wallace
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I help people with a wide range of issues including bereavement, any type of loss, depression and anxiety and am also experienced in working with adults with chronic or life-limiting illnesses, their carers and families. My experience includes working in Hospitals and Hospices and for a national bereavement charity. Do you feel lost and alone but don’t want to be a burden to your friends and family? Perhaps you feel okay and then a song comes on the radio or you smell someone’s scent and you are catapulted into an overwhelming sense of sadness. Do you put your needs behind everyone else’s or at the bottom of your to do list?
I help people with a wide range of issues including bereavement, any type of loss, depression and anxiety and am also experienced in working with adults with chronic or life-limiting illnesses, their carers and families. My experience includes working in Hospitals and Hospices and for a national bereavement charity. Do you feel lost and alone but don’t want to be a burden to your friends and family? Perhaps you feel okay and then a song comes on the radio or you smell someone’s scent and you are catapulted into an overwhelming sense of sadness. Do you put your needs behind everyone else’s or at the bottom of your to do list?
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Catherine Elizabeth Goss
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
People come to counselling when their life is not going as they want it to. You may be having difficulties in one or more of a wide range, including anger, anxiety, bereavement, depression, divorce and separation, family issues, guilt, loneliness, injury, loss and grief, low self esteem, relationship issues or stress. I can help you by really listening in a non-judgemental and empathetic way and with gentle questions and observations to help you to understand how your past may have affected you so far and to find greater understanding of yourself and the important people in your life so moving on to a more whole and happier future.
People come to counselling when their life is not going as they want it to. You may be having difficulties in one or more of a wide range, including anger, anxiety, bereavement, depression, divorce and separation, family issues, guilt, loneliness, injury, loss and grief, low self esteem, relationship issues or stress. I can help you by really listening in a non-judgemental and empathetic way and with gentle questions and observations to help you to understand how your past may have affected you so far and to find greater understanding of yourself and the important people in your life so moving on to a more whole and happier future.
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Maria Yates(Pottle)
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Welcome. You may be here because of a period of crisis or for support to manage a longer term issue. Finding a balance between work, relationships and family can be difficult especially in these challenging times. Through our work together I can help you gain an increased sense of well-being, control and resilience. There are many reasons why we reach out for help in times of confusion and pain and you do not have to be alone.
Welcome. You may be here because of a period of crisis or for support to manage a longer term issue. Finding a balance between work, relationships and family can be difficult especially in these challenging times. Through our work together I can help you gain an increased sense of well-being, control and resilience. There are many reasons why we reach out for help in times of confusion and pain and you do not have to be alone.
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Lise Baker
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I offer short or long term therapy and work with adults and the elderly on a one-to-one basis.
As an experienced, registered and qualified Integrative Therapist, I have many years of experience. I am able to draw on skills from a variety of therapeutic models with a background in private practice, public counselling services, and NHS acute clinical settings, enabling me to tailor my approach to meet your individual needs.
I offer short or long term therapy and work with adults and the elderly on a one-to-one basis.
As an experienced, registered and qualified Integrative Therapist, I have many years of experience. I am able to draw on skills from a variety of therapeutic models with a background in private practice, public counselling services, and NHS acute clinical settings, enabling me to tailor my approach to meet your individual needs.
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Community Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Eastleigh SO53
Community Counselling is built on foundations of humanistic therapy. We offer counsellors from different counties and varied modalities within the humanistic approaches. Our ethos is to provide high quality service to our clients and operate on a social enterprise system, which applies a strategy to maximise improvements in the well-being of disadvantaged client groups. ​CC aims to provide a non-judgemental, confidential and supportive environment to promote an atmosphere of trust, enabling clients to bring to the session what is important for them.
Community Counselling is built on foundations of humanistic therapy. We offer counsellors from different counties and varied modalities within the humanistic approaches. Our ethos is to provide high quality service to our clients and operate on a social enterprise system, which applies a strategy to maximise improvements in the well-being of disadvantaged client groups. ​CC aims to provide a non-judgemental, confidential and supportive environment to promote an atmosphere of trust, enabling clients to bring to the session what is important for them.
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Debbie Kelly
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Online Only
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am an experienced BACP Accredited counsellor, working with adults over the age of 18. I offer sessions in person in Carmarthen as well as online or via the phone. I am passionate about helping my clients to address the issues they bring to therapy, whether it’s anxiety or depression, grief and bereavement, relationship issues or perinatal mental health issues and birth trauma. I work from a person centred approach, incorporating other modalities as needed, sharing coping strategies and techniques to empower clients to make the positive changes they are looking for.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am an experienced BACP Accredited counsellor, working with adults over the age of 18. I offer sessions in person in Carmarthen as well as online or via the phone. I am passionate about helping my clients to address the issues they bring to therapy, whether it’s anxiety or depression, grief and bereavement, relationship issues or perinatal mental health issues and birth trauma. I work from a person centred approach, incorporating other modalities as needed, sharing coping strategies and techniques to empower clients to make the positive changes they are looking for.
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Southampton Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Helen is a highly experienced & professional counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor working with people from all walks of life to achieve their full potential. Sessions are individually tailored to meet your needs and can be in person, via secure video link (Zoom), or telephone, depending on your preference. Please contact me for a free chat to discuss your needs and to see if you would feel comfortable working with me.
Helen is a highly experienced & professional counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor working with people from all walks of life to achieve their full potential. Sessions are individually tailored to meet your needs and can be in person, via secure video link (Zoom), or telephone, depending on your preference. Please contact me for a free chat to discuss your needs and to see if you would feel comfortable working with me.
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David Chidgey
Counsellor, MBACP
I have experience counselling adults, older adults and young people suffering with anxiety and panic attacks, bereavement, abuse, loss, depression, personal development issues, Chronic fatigue syndrome/ME, self esteem issues, identity issues, men's issues, relationship issues, redundancy, stress, anger management and work related issues
I am a Psychodynamic Counsellor working in Hampshire. If you are experiencing issues with anxiety, depression, stress, bereavement, abuse, relationship issues or a lack of confidence, I offer counselling where together we can get to the bottom of your difficulties and help you to understand yourself more clearly. Psychodynamic Counselling can provide you with a confidential, non-judgemental 'space' to reflect upon and work through the issues you are facing. Counselling requires commitment from us both, but gradually, over time, it can be a rewarding way to enable you to manage the issues that life throws your way.
I have experience counselling adults, older adults and young people suffering with anxiety and panic attacks, bereavement, abuse, loss, depression, personal development issues, Chronic fatigue syndrome/ME, self esteem issues, identity issues, men's issues, relationship issues, redundancy, stress, anger management and work related issues
I am a Psychodynamic Counsellor working in Hampshire. If you are experiencing issues with anxiety, depression, stress, bereavement, abuse, relationship issues or a lack of confidence, I offer counselling where together we can get to the bottom of your difficulties and help you to understand yourself more clearly. Psychodynamic Counselling can provide you with a confidential, non-judgemental 'space' to reflect upon and work through the issues you are facing. Counselling requires commitment from us both, but gradually, over time, it can be a rewarding way to enable you to manage the issues that life throws your way.
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Photo of Shanti Cussans - Shanti therapeutic practice , Counsellor, MBACP
I am here to help you through this difficult time, even if the issues you face feel insurmountable; we will use our time to develop a genuine and professional relationship which becomes the platform for your discovery and growth. The therapeutic space will make you feel comfortable, trusting and safe, and I will support you to make positive changes in your life. I use a wide range of creative therapies to provide every opportunity to explore your worries. Ultimately we all want to be happy and able to enjoy all that life has to offer; you have the power to take control of the problems weighing you down, let me help you achieve it.
I am here to help you through this difficult time, even if the issues you face feel insurmountable; we will use our time to develop a genuine and professional relationship which becomes the platform for your discovery and growth. The therapeutic space will make you feel comfortable, trusting and safe, and I will support you to make positive changes in your life. I use a wide range of creative therapies to provide every opportunity to explore your worries. Ultimately we all want to be happy and able to enjoy all that life has to offer; you have the power to take control of the problems weighing you down, let me help you achieve it.
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Angeline Shepperd
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Angeline is a fully accredited BACP Therapist and EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner, offering a compassionate, integrative approach to therapy that is deeply rooted in humanistic values. Angeline believes that every person has the inner strength for healing, growth and change. She will help you to connect with your own inner strength at a pace that suits you. Angeline offers a safe, respectful space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences without fear of judgement. If you are experiencing trauma, anxiety or low mood or simply feeling stuck she will work collaboratively with you.
Angeline is a fully accredited BACP Therapist and EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner, offering a compassionate, integrative approach to therapy that is deeply rooted in humanistic values. Angeline believes that every person has the inner strength for healing, growth and change. She will help you to connect with your own inner strength at a pace that suits you. Angeline offers a safe, respectful space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences without fear of judgement. If you are experiencing trauma, anxiety or low mood or simply feeling stuck she will work collaboratively with you.
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Karen Woodger
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Liss GU33
I bring over 30 years of experience working within NHS Community Mental Health services, including the past 10 or more years supporting families and loved ones of people living with dementia.
As a person-centred integrative therapist I tailor my approach to suit you as an individual. I draw on a variety of therapeutic models and techniques selecting what feels most appropriate to your needs at any given time. My extensive mental health background provides strong foundations for working with a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges.
I bring over 30 years of experience working within NHS Community Mental Health services, including the past 10 or more years supporting families and loved ones of people living with dementia.
As a person-centred integrative therapist I tailor my approach to suit you as an individual. I draw on a variety of therapeutic models and techniques selecting what feels most appropriate to your needs at any given time. My extensive mental health background provides strong foundations for working with a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges.
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Del Atkins
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Fareham PO16
Hi my name is Del Atkins and I'm a counsellor/psychotherapist, offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing) and supervision, I offer face to face counselling and supervision to young people 16+ and adults in Fareham, Portsmouth and the surrounding area from rooms in Fareham. I have completed over 7000+ hours with clients since completing a BTEC Higher National Diploma in Person Centered Counselling in 2009. I have worked with clients on their journeys who are experiencing bereavement, depression, eating disorders, self confidence worries, sexuality, self image issues, trauma, rape & sexual assault etc....
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Naomi Jenkins
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
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Phoebe Clausen-Sternwald
Counsellor, MBACP
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I work with clients who are impacted by Health & Social Anxiety, OCD, Women's Trauma, Breast Cancer, Sudden and Unexpected loss, Pregnancy & Infant/Child loss, Abortion, Relationship Loss, Dementia.
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Channon Pearce
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Less noise. More you. During our online sessions this is what I’d aim to provide you, a space in which there is no preforming, leaving the space for you to bring “you” not the mask you may find yourself wearing in daily life. You may feeling the pressures of life, struggle to navigate relationships, depressed, anxious, grieving and more.
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Andrew Byrne
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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Kathleen Freeman
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
We all struggle with difficulties at times; and it can be a great relief to face them with the right help. I have 20 years’ experience as a counsellor and offer counselling to individuals in a quiet, secure space. My aim includes helping you come to a clearer understanding of what has brought you to counselling, and supporting you in finding the way forwards that feels right for you. Perhaps surprisingly, our difficulties can become a source of change and growth.
We all struggle with difficulties at times; and it can be a great relief to face them with the right help. I have 20 years’ experience as a counsellor and offer counselling to individuals in a quiet, secure space. My aim includes helping you come to a clearer understanding of what has brought you to counselling, and supporting you in finding the way forwards that feels right for you. Perhaps surprisingly, our difficulties can become a source of change and growth.
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Amber Johnston
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Hi there! I am Amber, the Director of Healthy Mind Psychology. We aim to be a different type of practice. Our focus includes work with those people trying to cope with all the stresses and strains of unprecedented times upon us. But many struggle with issues outside of the normal narrative of mental health, or physical health too. Our practice aims to explain the stress response (whether that be from overdue bills, a critical family system, a harsh workplace, current or previous traumas, or a host of other things!) and the science behind how the mind/body interact to create physical symptoms, emotional distress, or bad habits!
Hi there! I am Amber, the Director of Healthy Mind Psychology. We aim to be a different type of practice. Our focus includes work with those people trying to cope with all the stresses and strains of unprecedented times upon us. But many struggle with issues outside of the normal narrative of mental health, or physical health too. Our practice aims to explain the stress response (whether that be from overdue bills, a critical family system, a harsh workplace, current or previous traumas, or a host of other things!) and the science behind how the mind/body interact to create physical symptoms, emotional distress, or bad habits!
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Geriatric and Seniors Counsellors

Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?

Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, dementia, and physical mobility challenges.

How can geriatric therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?

Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.

How is counselling for elderly different from counseling for other age groups?

Many aspects of geriatric counselling are similar to counselling in younger age groups; in general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. However, therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.

Can geriatric counselling help people who suffer from dementia?

Counselling can be highly effective for aging adults with dementia. While some therapists specialising in dementia may work with clients solely on topics surrounding memory loss, they can also assist clients with conditions that may co-occur at old age, such as anxiety or depression. Counsellors specialising in working with older adults can also offer an objective assessment of a client’s functioning or disease progression to caregivers, and they may be particularly knowledgeable about community resources that may benefit dementia clients and their families. Therapists specialising in dementia may also be trained in specialised forms of therapy for memory loss, such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST)—which can help mentally stimulate dementia clients to preserve cognitive functioning.