Female Counselling in Haverhill, ENG

Photo of Gill Wilson, MNCPS Acc., Counsellor
Gill Wilson
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Haverhill CB9
Couples and individuals are welcome. Perhaps you lack self-esteem, self-worth or have never felt good enough. Does life have little meaning and you don’t understand why? Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed, not knowing who you really are. We will work together, in a safe and confidential space to explore what has made you, you, and how things might have to change to get you to where you want to be. This can be on a practical, emotional or spiritual level - or any combination. Together, let’s remove the fear and help you move forward to reach your potential and a sense of finally being ‘good enough'. The ‘true you’. Are you ready?
Couples and individuals are welcome. Perhaps you lack self-esteem, self-worth or have never felt good enough. Does life have little meaning and you don’t understand why? Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed, not knowing who you really are. We will work together, in a safe and confidential space to explore what has made you, you, and how things might have to change to get you to where you want to be. This can be on a practical, emotional or spiritual level - or any combination. Together, let’s remove the fear and help you move forward to reach your potential and a sense of finally being ‘good enough'. The ‘true you’. Are you ready?
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Shelley Thurgood
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Haverhill CB9
Hello, my name is Shelley, and I am an Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor. There are times in life when you may experience feeling overwhelmed, lost and alone due to life difficulties and personal life events. I understand it can often feel daunting to face this journey alone. Therefore, during these times, I offer a safe, empathic and non-judgemental space where you can explore any life challenges you may be experiencing.
Hello, my name is Shelley, and I am an Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor. There are times in life when you may experience feeling overwhelmed, lost and alone due to life difficulties and personal life events. I understand it can often feel daunting to face this journey alone. Therefore, during these times, I offer a safe, empathic and non-judgemental space where you can explore any life challenges you may be experiencing.
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Glenda Wood
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Haverhill CB9
I offer a safe and confidential environment in which you can explore, understand and work through your problems. I am able to assist you with a wide range of issues such as: stress, anxiety, bereavement, trauma, abuse, self defeating behaviours and addictions, anger, relationship issues, and much more. I work with adolescents and adults of any age and support you without judgement on your counselling journey.
I offer a safe and confidential environment in which you can explore, understand and work through your problems. I am able to assist you with a wide range of issues such as: stress, anxiety, bereavement, trauma, abuse, self defeating behaviours and addictions, anger, relationship issues, and much more. I work with adolescents and adults of any age and support you without judgement on your counselling journey.
07480 533594 View 07480 533594
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Louise Barr
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Haverhill CB9
My aim within my work is to listen, support & help my clients to reach more of their potential by increasing their levels of self awareness of their feelings, thoughts & behaviours. With compassion, patience, empathy & a non-judgmental approach, I provide a warm & safe space for my clients. It is my hope, & my reason for becoming a counsellor, that from the seeds that are sown in the therapeutic work, grow hope, self-love & self development & that the effects ripple on for my clients throughout their life journey.
My aim within my work is to listen, support & help my clients to reach more of their potential by increasing their levels of self awareness of their feelings, thoughts & behaviours. With compassion, patience, empathy & a non-judgmental approach, I provide a warm & safe space for my clients. It is my hope, & my reason for becoming a counsellor, that from the seeds that are sown in the therapeutic work, grow hope, self-love & self development & that the effects ripple on for my clients throughout their life journey.
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Jo Clarke
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Haverhill CB9
Hi I'm Jo. I understand that coming to counselling for the first time can be daunting. My warm and approachable nature, combined with my excellent listening skills, ensures that you will feel comfortable and heard. I am here to provide you with the space and support you need to explore any difficult feelings you may be experiencing. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or any other challenges, I am here to help. Together, we can work towards a brighter, more balanced future.
Hi I'm Jo. I understand that coming to counselling for the first time can be daunting. My warm and approachable nature, combined with my excellent listening skills, ensures that you will feel comfortable and heard. I am here to provide you with the space and support you need to explore any difficult feelings you may be experiencing. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or any other challenges, I am here to help. Together, we can work towards a brighter, more balanced future.
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Rachael Collier
Psychotherapist, BPC
Verified Verified
Haverhill CB9
We all deserve to have a life that we feel secure in and a future that we can look forward to. But in reality there are times when this simply isn't the case. And so we seek therapy. It might be for help with overwhelming feelings of anxiety and depression. Or a little nagging voice at the back of the mind that says that now is the right time to talk to someone.  Or something quite clear and traumatic has happened. Therapy is somewhere you can come to talk, confidentially, about whatever it is that is affecting you.
We all deserve to have a life that we feel secure in and a future that we can look forward to. But in reality there are times when this simply isn't the case. And so we seek therapy. It might be for help with overwhelming feelings of anxiety and depression. Or a little nagging voice at the back of the mind that says that now is the right time to talk to someone.  Or something quite clear and traumatic has happened. Therapy is somewhere you can come to talk, confidentially, about whatever it is that is affecting you.
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Photo of Denny Stranders, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Denny Stranders
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Haverhill CB9
I can provide counselling with a difference a blend of counselling, coaching and psycho-education. Counselling – gaining an understanding of you, what drives you, what you do, why and how this affects you. Coaching – looking at ways to move forward, gaining solutions for a new way ahead and psycho-education – understanding you in terms of the psychology (as well as) within your relationships and gaining insight into why you find yourself feeling and acting as you do (and possibly how this may affect others). I believe effective therapy means gaining an understanding of you.
I can provide counselling with a difference a blend of counselling, coaching and psycho-education. Counselling – gaining an understanding of you, what drives you, what you do, why and how this affects you. Coaching – looking at ways to move forward, gaining solutions for a new way ahead and psycho-education – understanding you in terms of the psychology (as well as) within your relationships and gaining insight into why you find yourself feeling and acting as you do (and possibly how this may affect others). I believe effective therapy means gaining an understanding of you.
01223 657658 View 01223 657658
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Rachel Anderson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Haverhill CB9
Now offering hypnotherapy based sessions. Life can be extremely challenging and you may feel like you need someone to talk to about your current or past experiences however, finding the right person to speak to can often bring about many questions. I hope that my short introduction and the information that follows, proves helpful in assisting you to make a decision about whether to contact me. I am a qualified counsellor working in Colchester and I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). As such, I abide by their ethical framework.
Now offering hypnotherapy based sessions. Life can be extremely challenging and you may feel like you need someone to talk to about your current or past experiences however, finding the right person to speak to can often bring about many questions. I hope that my short introduction and the information that follows, proves helpful in assisting you to make a decision about whether to contact me. I am a qualified counsellor working in Colchester and I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). As such, I abide by their ethical framework.
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Nicola Harbridge
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Haverhill CB9
I support people to make positive changes so they can heal, thrive and live fulfilling and meaningful lives. Its time to become the person you have always wanted to be! Discovering what is important for you as an individual and learning to identify and use your inner resources to cope in times of stress, anxiety, bereavement, depression and emotional upheaval such as divorce, redundancy or retirement are just a few of the benefits of counselling. Often just talking through a traumatic experience or difficult feelings with another person can be incredibly therapeutic and will empower you to reach your potential.
I support people to make positive changes so they can heal, thrive and live fulfilling and meaningful lives. Its time to become the person you have always wanted to be! Discovering what is important for you as an individual and learning to identify and use your inner resources to cope in times of stress, anxiety, bereavement, depression and emotional upheaval such as divorce, redundancy or retirement are just a few of the benefits of counselling. Often just talking through a traumatic experience or difficult feelings with another person can be incredibly therapeutic and will empower you to reach your potential.
01787 323756 View 01787 323756
Photo of Anne Gisby, MBACP Snr. Accred, Counsellor
Anne Gisby
Counsellor, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Haverhill CB9
My counselling approach is Humanistic Integrative, EMDR is a specialised approach working simultaneously on mind, body and emotions, I integrate EMDR within my practice. Counselling and EMDR can offer an opportunity to make sense of the complex emotions impacting on your life. It can enable you to share experiences that others struggle to hear or don’t realise are worrying you. Our development as children, in particular our early relationships help shape us as adults. I have training and experience in Attachment Focused EMDR, an approach to work therapeutically with early losses, relational and developmental trauma.
My counselling approach is Humanistic Integrative, EMDR is a specialised approach working simultaneously on mind, body and emotions, I integrate EMDR within my practice. Counselling and EMDR can offer an opportunity to make sense of the complex emotions impacting on your life. It can enable you to share experiences that others struggle to hear or don’t realise are worrying you. Our development as children, in particular our early relationships help shape us as adults. I have training and experience in Attachment Focused EMDR, an approach to work therapeutically with early losses, relational and developmental trauma.
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Flourish Play Therapy
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Saffron Walden CB10
What if your child could experience less anxiety and be able to understand their emotional world in a new way? I respect the courage it takes to seek out support for your child. I aim to create a warm and trusting space where your child can feel safe. I will help them sort out their muddled feelings and worries in a gentle and creative way. I can offer you support too, so you will feel more confident in your parenting. I am a Certified Play and Creative Arts Therapist and SandStory Therapist. I have 30 years of experience as a primary teacher and I am a mum of three.
What if your child could experience less anxiety and be able to understand their emotional world in a new way? I respect the courage it takes to seek out support for your child. I aim to create a warm and trusting space where your child can feel safe. I will help them sort out their muddled feelings and worries in a gentle and creative way. I can offer you support too, so you will feel more confident in your parenting. I am a Certified Play and Creative Arts Therapist and SandStory Therapist. I have 30 years of experience as a primary teacher and I am a mum of three.
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Claire Wallace
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Saffron Walden CB10
I'm an accredited MBACP Reg. & MNCS Reg. therapist and Supervisor. I offer 1:1 therapy, couples therapy & EFT - Emotional Freedom Techniques (Tapping) either face to face in my private practice or via zoom. It can feel quite daunting to see a counsellor, so I provide an initial free 20 minute in-take session for you to discuss your issues and any concerns you may have about your counselling journey. The in-take session will give the opportunity for me the counsellor and you the client, time to explore what you want from this process. Then together we can decide if you want to continue the proccess as me as your therapist.
I'm an accredited MBACP Reg. & MNCS Reg. therapist and Supervisor. I offer 1:1 therapy, couples therapy & EFT - Emotional Freedom Techniques (Tapping) either face to face in my private practice or via zoom. It can feel quite daunting to see a counsellor, so I provide an initial free 20 minute in-take session for you to discuss your issues and any concerns you may have about your counselling journey. The in-take session will give the opportunity for me the counsellor and you the client, time to explore what you want from this process. Then together we can decide if you want to continue the proccess as me as your therapist.
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Photo of Michele Gazmuri-Symmes, MBACP, Counsellor
Michele Gazmuri-Symmes
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Halstead CO9
Hi, I'm Michele & welcome to my profile. I'm a BACP registered counsellor and adhere to professional standards.I offer counselling to children, young people, parents and adults. CYP's often do not wish to burden their parents/carers with their worries and speaking to a counsellor can help them to reframe and make new meaning.I also work with parents and carers to empower them to feel confident and capable in their parenting journey knowing that they have the support and guidance they need to navigate the challenges that come with raising children. Individuals enter into counselling for a variety of reasons and all are valid.
Hi, I'm Michele & welcome to my profile. I'm a BACP registered counsellor and adhere to professional standards.I offer counselling to children, young people, parents and adults. CYP's often do not wish to burden their parents/carers with their worries and speaking to a counsellor can help them to reframe and make new meaning.I also work with parents and carers to empower them to feel confident and capable in their parenting journey knowing that they have the support and guidance they need to navigate the challenges that come with raising children. Individuals enter into counselling for a variety of reasons and all are valid.
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Photo of Janine Grant, MBABCP, Psychotherapist
Janine Grant
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Linton CB21  (Online Only)
I am a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist working with people 18 years and over, to help them manage and overcome their emotional and mental health difficulties. Visiting this site was perhaps prompted by you starting to think about how to address some of the difficulties you may be experiencing. Life can be challenging and you may be reacting to a life situation such as work or relationship difficulties or you may have been struggling for sometime with the effects of trauma, OCD, anxiety, low self esteem. You may just feel anxious or depressed and do not know why.
I am a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist working with people 18 years and over, to help them manage and overcome their emotional and mental health difficulties. Visiting this site was perhaps prompted by you starting to think about how to address some of the difficulties you may be experiencing. Life can be challenging and you may be reacting to a life situation such as work or relationship difficulties or you may have been struggling for sometime with the effects of trauma, OCD, anxiety, low self esteem. You may just feel anxious or depressed and do not know why.
01787 322371 View 01787 322371
Photo of Helen Joy Neale, MBACP, Counsellor
Helen Joy Neale
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Saffron Walden CB10
It might feel like it is hard to talk to someone you have never met about your feelings, and life's difficulties. Perhaps you are feeling lost, and unable to move on? Or you are anxious, hurt, angry or depressed? It can bring both relief and acceptance to talk about past experiences, or future worries; to help make sense of them and to accept and grow. Therapy can help you find a way forward, at a time when you cannot see how to break through and feel more control of your emotions and experiences.
It might feel like it is hard to talk to someone you have never met about your feelings, and life's difficulties. Perhaps you are feeling lost, and unable to move on? Or you are anxious, hurt, angry or depressed? It can bring both relief and acceptance to talk about past experiences, or future worries; to help make sense of them and to accept and grow. Therapy can help you find a way forward, at a time when you cannot see how to break through and feel more control of your emotions and experiences.
01799 611291 View 01799 611291
Photo of Nichola Bradley, MBACP Accred, Psychotherapist
Nichola Bradley
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Saffron Walden CB10
My Name is Nikki, I’m an Accredited Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor, Certified Teacher and EMDR Practitioner. I began my career back in 2004 where I trained as an integrative therapist with an instant liking to Transactional Analysis. Over the years I have trained and learnt many techniques and strategies whilst also researching theories and methods to enhance my work. Over the years I have adapted these methods to provide a very powerful and holistic approach that drives change and empowerment with a variety of issues and concerns with people of all ages.
My Name is Nikki, I’m an Accredited Psychotherapist, Clinical Supervisor, Certified Teacher and EMDR Practitioner. I began my career back in 2004 where I trained as an integrative therapist with an instant liking to Transactional Analysis. Over the years I have trained and learnt many techniques and strategies whilst also researching theories and methods to enhance my work. Over the years I have adapted these methods to provide a very powerful and holistic approach that drives change and empowerment with a variety of issues and concerns with people of all ages.
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Photo of Emma Catherine Coyle, MA, BACP, Psychotherapist
Emma Catherine Coyle
Psychotherapist, MA, BACP
Verified Verified
Saffron Walden CB11
I aim to instil an overall sense of mental wellbeing and health; to help clients work through past traumas by showing them a different, more positive way of understanding them; and to free individuals from long held anxieties so they can maintain better relationships and live a happier life. Alongside Private Practice, I work for the NHS as the Health and Wellbeing Practitioner at the Royal Papworth Hospital in Cambridgeshire, offering onsite counselling to staff members. Prior to re-training as a Counsellor, I worked for 14 years in the Financial Sector and so have plenty of knowledge and understanding of the Corporate world.
I aim to instil an overall sense of mental wellbeing and health; to help clients work through past traumas by showing them a different, more positive way of understanding them; and to free individuals from long held anxieties so they can maintain better relationships and live a happier life. Alongside Private Practice, I work for the NHS as the Health and Wellbeing Practitioner at the Royal Papworth Hospital in Cambridgeshire, offering onsite counselling to staff members. Prior to re-training as a Counsellor, I worked for 14 years in the Financial Sector and so have plenty of knowledge and understanding of the Corporate world.
07588 727030 View 07588 727030
Photo of Maria Lawrence, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Maria Lawrence
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Saffron Walden CB10
Life can present us with many challenges. Sometimes, the thought of facing our difficulties alone can be overwhelming, but it may be hard to know where to turn for support. My aim as an Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist is to work collaboratively with you, drawing from a wide range of resources and therapeutic disciplines, to find the approach that feels right for you. Working together in this tailored way, we will be able to recognise your issues, identify your goals, and explore ways in which you may start moving towards a happier, peaceful and more fulfilled way of living.
Life can present us with many challenges. Sometimes, the thought of facing our difficulties alone can be overwhelming, but it may be hard to know where to turn for support. My aim as an Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist is to work collaboratively with you, drawing from a wide range of resources and therapeutic disciplines, to find the approach that feels right for you. Working together in this tailored way, we will be able to recognise your issues, identify your goals, and explore ways in which you may start moving towards a happier, peaceful and more fulfilled way of living.
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Photo of Gill Ryan, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Gill Ryan
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Saffron Walden CB11
I understand that undertaking Counselling can be daunting - uncovering difficult feelings can be overwhelming and painful. I strongly believe that every person should have the opportunity to live their best possible life and realise their true potential. This leads to improved relationships and a happier, more fulfilled life.
I understand that undertaking Counselling can be daunting - uncovering difficult feelings can be overwhelming and painful. I strongly believe that every person should have the opportunity to live their best possible life and realise their true potential. This leads to improved relationships and a happier, more fulfilled life.
07427 569070 View 07427 569070
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Louise Lancaster
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Saffron Walden CB10
You are struggling with difficult feelings which you may or may not understand or be able to explain. You may be feeling overwhelmed or out of control or unable to function as you always have before or you believe you 'should'. You are unhappy, depressed, anxious, having family or relationship issues, suffering from low self-esteem, body image or weight issues. You are addicted, abused, coping with loss, worried about getting old, lonely......
You are struggling with difficult feelings which you may or may not understand or be able to explain. You may be feeling overwhelmed or out of control or unable to function as you always have before or you believe you 'should'. You are unhappy, depressed, anxious, having family or relationship issues, suffering from low self-esteem, body image or weight issues. You are addicted, abused, coping with loss, worried about getting old, lonely......
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Female Counsellors

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.