Psychosis Counselling in Hertford
Living with OCD and low self-esteem can feel exhausting. You might find yourself caught up in OCD rituals or compulsive behaviours, unable to enjoy the things you once loved. On the outside, you put on a brave face, but inside you may be fighting a quiet battle of fear, self-doubt, and constant self-criticism. It can feel as though no one truly understands — leaving you lonely, ashamed, and searching for the right support. Therapy for OCD and low self-esteem can help you find relief, rebuild confidence, and begin moving toward the life you want.
Living with OCD and low self-esteem can feel exhausting. You might find yourself caught up in OCD rituals or compulsive behaviours, unable to enjoy the things you once loved. On the outside, you put on a brave face, but inside you may be fighting a quiet battle of fear, self-doubt, and constant self-criticism. It can feel as though no one truly understands — leaving you lonely, ashamed, and searching for the right support. Therapy for OCD and low self-esteem can help you find relief, rebuild confidence, and begin moving toward the life you want.
If you're ADHD/neurodiverse, and struggling with anxiety, depression or trauma, or a neurodiverse couple struggling to relate, a common experience, is one's brain whispering, 'it's too late,' or, 'just sit tight for another year/month/decade - it might get better...'
As a psychotherapist with ADHD (and nearly 2 decades' leadership experience in the field of mental distress), I understand how stuck couples and individuals can feel when grappling with neurodiversity, and I love walking alongside you as you find a more successful way of navigating the world. A better life is out there.
If you're ADHD/neurodiverse, and struggling with anxiety, depression or trauma, or a neurodiverse couple struggling to relate, a common experience, is one's brain whispering, 'it's too late,' or, 'just sit tight for another year/month/decade - it might get better...'
As a psychotherapist with ADHD (and nearly 2 decades' leadership experience in the field of mental distress), I understand how stuck couples and individuals can feel when grappling with neurodiversity, and I love walking alongside you as you find a more successful way of navigating the world. A better life is out there.
As we continue to live our lives day after day sometimes this journey can begin to feel like an up hill climb. I am here to listen to any worries, concerns or difficulties you may be experiencing. Are you struggling to cope with a loss, whether it be a bereavement, a relationship, a job or just feeling that your life is passing you by and it is not working out how you had hoped. Sometimes we may find it hard to talk to or confide in our friends and loved ones, worried about upsetting them and not wanting to burden them or perhaps you fear being judged or may think that your problems are not as bad as theirs.
As we continue to live our lives day after day sometimes this journey can begin to feel like an up hill climb. I am here to listen to any worries, concerns or difficulties you may be experiencing. Are you struggling to cope with a loss, whether it be a bereavement, a relationship, a job or just feeling that your life is passing you by and it is not working out how you had hoped. Sometimes we may find it hard to talk to or confide in our friends and loved ones, worried about upsetting them and not wanting to burden them or perhaps you fear being judged or may think that your problems are not as bad as theirs.
Feeling down lately and nothing seems to lift your spirits? Perhaps your anxiety, worrying and over-thinking is stopping you from moving forward? - Maybe you're overwhelmed by negative thoughts or intense emotions. Are your panic attacks preventing you from going to certain places or doing certain activities? Are you plagued by intrusive & distressing thoughts? Any, or all, of the above could be making you feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead?
Feeling down lately and nothing seems to lift your spirits? Perhaps your anxiety, worrying and over-thinking is stopping you from moving forward? - Maybe you're overwhelmed by negative thoughts or intense emotions. Are your panic attacks preventing you from going to certain places or doing certain activities? Are you plagued by intrusive & distressing thoughts? Any, or all, of the above could be making you feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead?
I'm Clare, a fully qualified psychotherapist with over 10 years’ experience. I hold diplomas in Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapy, DBT, CFT, and ADHD Coaching. I work holistically, with special interests in personality disorders, narcissistic abuse recovery, and ADHD. I also bring personal experience of narcissistic coercion and domestic violence. I'm passionate about men’s mental health and creating safe, non-judgmental spaces. I offer sessions in Hertfordshire and online via Microsoft Teams or FaceTime.
I'm Clare, a fully qualified psychotherapist with over 10 years’ experience. I hold diplomas in Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapy, DBT, CFT, and ADHD Coaching. I work holistically, with special interests in personality disorders, narcissistic abuse recovery, and ADHD. I also bring personal experience of narcissistic coercion and domestic violence. I'm passionate about men’s mental health and creating safe, non-judgmental spaces. I offer sessions in Hertfordshire and online via Microsoft Teams or FaceTime.
I’m Michael, a professionally trained and qualified BACP accredited therapist offering therap services covering a range of issues to both adults and young people.I have a unique perspective as to the importance of individualised treatment programmes du to my own past mental health struggles.I am an integrative psychotherapist who focuses on establishing treatment modalities to suit the individual and their needs.
I’m Michael, a professionally trained and qualified BACP accredited therapist offering therap services covering a range of issues to both adults and young people.I have a unique perspective as to the importance of individualised treatment programmes du to my own past mental health struggles.I am an integrative psychotherapist who focuses on establishing treatment modalities to suit the individual and their needs.
I have a psychodynamic approach to therapy, with a particular focus on relationships to gently reveal insights and understanding as to why you may do what you do and find alternative ways to move beyond painful and repetitive experiences. I am committed to ethical, non-discriminatory practice and welcome individuals and couples of all cultures and sexualities. I abide by the principles and ethics of the UKCP.
I have a psychodynamic approach to therapy, with a particular focus on relationships to gently reveal insights and understanding as to why you may do what you do and find alternative ways to move beyond painful and repetitive experiences. I am committed to ethical, non-discriminatory practice and welcome individuals and couples of all cultures and sexualities. I abide by the principles and ethics of the UKCP.
Welcome! “The Privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are”Carl Jung. Whether it be at home, work, or in your personal life you may desire to make change and are unsure of where to begin.
Welcome! “The Privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are”Carl Jung. Whether it be at home, work, or in your personal life you may desire to make change and are unsure of where to begin.
Are you looking for an Autism and/or ADHD diagnosis and struggling where to begin your journey? Our team includes Consultant Psychiatrists, Practitioner Psychologists, Nurses, Occupational and Speech and Language Therapists offering holistic care. We see you as experts of your lived experiences and offer collaboration to ensure we are offering you a service that is neuro-inclusive, trauma informed and individualised. We are passionate about delivering high quality assessments and care packages to people to improve their overall health and wellbeing, as well as recommendations for education and work or family/couple sessions.
Are you looking for an Autism and/or ADHD diagnosis and struggling where to begin your journey? Our team includes Consultant Psychiatrists, Practitioner Psychologists, Nurses, Occupational and Speech and Language Therapists offering holistic care. We see you as experts of your lived experiences and offer collaboration to ensure we are offering you a service that is neuro-inclusive, trauma informed and individualised. We are passionate about delivering high quality assessments and care packages to people to improve their overall health and wellbeing, as well as recommendations for education and work or family/couple sessions.
More Therapists Nearby
Completed doctoral training at King's College London (IOPPN); Completed specialist training in CBT for Psychosis and Bipolar Disorder at UCL
In my private practice, I typically work with individuals experiencing difficulties such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and trauma. I also work with individuals from minoritised ethnic backgrounds seeking support to better understand and manage difficult experiences. My clients are usually looking for a safe space to talk about current difficulties, to make sense of these in relation to past experiences and to develop new skills that help them to feel better equipped to cope and to live their lives in the way that they would like to. I am trained in a range of approaches which I draw upon depending on individual needs.
Completed doctoral training at King's College London (IOPPN); Completed specialist training in CBT for Psychosis and Bipolar Disorder at UCL
In my private practice, I typically work with individuals experiencing difficulties such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and trauma. I also work with individuals from minoritised ethnic backgrounds seeking support to better understand and manage difficult experiences. My clients are usually looking for a safe space to talk about current difficulties, to make sense of these in relation to past experiences and to develop new skills that help them to feel better equipped to cope and to live their lives in the way that they would like to. I am trained in a range of approaches which I draw upon depending on individual needs.
At Pro Comfort Counselling (P.C.C), step into a realm where family complexities and relationship intricacies find understanding and transformation. In the face of challenges like family conflicts, ADHD, and substance abuse, envision a guide specializing in Family and Couples Therapy - someone attuned to your unique journey. I am that guide, offering more than expertise; I offer a compassionate partnership. As a psychologist skilled in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Play Therapy, I invite you to embark on a transformative journey. Change is possible—let's start the journey together.
At Pro Comfort Counselling (P.C.C), step into a realm where family complexities and relationship intricacies find understanding and transformation. In the face of challenges like family conflicts, ADHD, and substance abuse, envision a guide specializing in Family and Couples Therapy - someone attuned to your unique journey. I am that guide, offering more than expertise; I offer a compassionate partnership. As a psychologist skilled in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Play Therapy, I invite you to embark on a transformative journey. Change is possible—let's start the journey together.
I provide a safe space for you to feel comfortable to open up and explore what is going on for you, in a non judgmental environment that is completely your own. I always do what I feel is best for the client(s). I am an Integrative therapist who works with different approaches to support each client. I believe that each person will find at least one approach that will work best for them. Life has its challenges whether they be expected/unexpected, with therapy we can work through them together. I have worked within the NHS (mental health sector) for many years, working with charities as well as having my own private practice
I provide a safe space for you to feel comfortable to open up and explore what is going on for you, in a non judgmental environment that is completely your own. I always do what I feel is best for the client(s). I am an Integrative therapist who works with different approaches to support each client. I believe that each person will find at least one approach that will work best for them. Life has its challenges whether they be expected/unexpected, with therapy we can work through them together. I have worked within the NHS (mental health sector) for many years, working with charities as well as having my own private practice
I'm a qualified Counselling Psychologist and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapist. I believe everybody can benefit from therapy - whether to address a specific problem or to explore and make sense of experiences, relationships, or facets of identity. I appreciate the importance of cultural factors and the context a person lives in and aim to offer a welcoming and safe therapeutic environment to clients from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life. I currently work remotely and offer online therapy sessions in English und auf Deutsch.
I'm a qualified Counselling Psychologist and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapist. I believe everybody can benefit from therapy - whether to address a specific problem or to explore and make sense of experiences, relationships, or facets of identity. I appreciate the importance of cultural factors and the context a person lives in and aim to offer a welcoming and safe therapeutic environment to clients from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life. I currently work remotely and offer online therapy sessions in English und auf Deutsch.
Age 18+ with different background Long or Short Therapy Therapy for Individuals who experiences : Anxiety Depression Low – Self esteem Traumatic Experience ,Addictions Complex Mentally Health Illness like : Schizophrenia, Bipolar , Complex Personality Disorder, Eating Disorder I also work with Neurodivergent clients who have very individual needs .
I am a qualified Integrative Therapist and member of BACP and NCPS. I am also qualified DSL ( L5 Delegated Safeguarding Lead) and work for the crisis team. I have been working in the charity sector for more than 15 years. My life experiences with Mental Health Illness have made me value how important it is to share those experiences and to be guided on how to face those fears. I also realised how Mental Health Illness can affect day-to-day life: stigma, pressure, lack of understanding of different aspects of culture. Backgrounds and gender can contribute to how we cope or do not cope with all those challenges.
Age 18+ with different background Long or Short Therapy Therapy for Individuals who experiences : Anxiety Depression Low – Self esteem Traumatic Experience ,Addictions Complex Mentally Health Illness like : Schizophrenia, Bipolar , Complex Personality Disorder, Eating Disorder I also work with Neurodivergent clients who have very individual needs .
I am a qualified Integrative Therapist and member of BACP and NCPS. I am also qualified DSL ( L5 Delegated Safeguarding Lead) and work for the crisis team. I have been working in the charity sector for more than 15 years. My life experiences with Mental Health Illness have made me value how important it is to share those experiences and to be guided on how to face those fears. I also realised how Mental Health Illness can affect day-to-day life: stigma, pressure, lack of understanding of different aspects of culture. Backgrounds and gender can contribute to how we cope or do not cope with all those challenges.
Art Therapy is suitable for all ages and every stage of life, including people whose lives have been affected by difficult life experiences, systemic inequality and oppression, neurodiversity, illness and/or disability. Being skilled in art or in a craft is not necessary to benefit. Instead, there is a need to be open to the possibilities of the process involved.
Like with any therapy, the process can be challenging as uncomfortable feelings and painful memories may emerge. At the heart of the space that we would share is a robust and meaningful relationship which is reliable, affirmative and reflective.
Art Therapy is suitable for all ages and every stage of life, including people whose lives have been affected by difficult life experiences, systemic inequality and oppression, neurodiversity, illness and/or disability. Being skilled in art or in a craft is not necessary to benefit. Instead, there is a need to be open to the possibilities of the process involved.
Like with any therapy, the process can be challenging as uncomfortable feelings and painful memories may emerge. At the heart of the space that we would share is a robust and meaningful relationship which is reliable, affirmative and reflective.
I have been working in the NHS for more than 7 years and split my time between working in the NHS and Private Practice. I am experienced working with people with a wide range of mental health difficulties including those who have been admitted to hospital. I am experienced in the assessment and treatment planning with individuals to help guide interventions that are meaningful for the them. I also carry out Autism assessments virtually at the cost of £1600, please contact for further information
I have been working in the NHS for more than 7 years and split my time between working in the NHS and Private Practice. I am experienced working with people with a wide range of mental health difficulties including those who have been admitted to hospital. I am experienced in the assessment and treatment planning with individuals to help guide interventions that are meaningful for the them. I also carry out Autism assessments virtually at the cost of £1600, please contact for further information
I also have a special interest in working with people with psychosis and unusual experiences and much of my pre-training experience was in this area.
We will spend some time getting to know each other to create a safe and relaxed space, to help you talk freely about your experiences. We may talk about what has brought you to therapy, as well as what is important to you and what you would like from the sessions. I will be interested in hearing about various different aspects of your life.
I also have a special interest in working with people with psychosis and unusual experiences and much of my pre-training experience was in this area.
We will spend some time getting to know each other to create a safe and relaxed space, to help you talk freely about your experiences. We may talk about what has brought you to therapy, as well as what is important to you and what you would like from the sessions. I will be interested in hearing about various different aspects of your life.
I work with people who may be experiencing difficulty with a range of issues, including anxiety (e.g. social anxiety, OCD, worry/generalised anxiety, health anxiety, panic), trauma, psychosis spectrum experiences (e.g. voices, paranoia or unusual beliefs), sleep, perfectionism and low self-esteem.
I am primarily trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) but work integratively depending on each person's unique needs, e.g. drawing on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). I have worked in NHS, private and research settings and currently work part-time as a Clinical Tutor supporting psychologists in training.
I work with people who may be experiencing difficulty with a range of issues, including anxiety (e.g. social anxiety, OCD, worry/generalised anxiety, health anxiety, panic), trauma, psychosis spectrum experiences (e.g. voices, paranoia or unusual beliefs), sleep, perfectionism and low self-esteem.
I am primarily trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) but work integratively depending on each person's unique needs, e.g. drawing on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). I have worked in NHS, private and research settings and currently work part-time as a Clinical Tutor supporting psychologists in training.
It can be hard to live in our own heads. Worries, fears, sadness and feelings of inadequacy can make it feel like we are swimming against the tide. Our psychological difficulties may have been with us for a long time or may have started more recently. Whatever our mental health concerns, psychological therapy is an opportunity to change our relationship with our minds: a place to learn the skills to cope better with what life may throw at us, and a chance to find the inner resources that we all have, to allow us to move towards living a more fulfilling life.
It can be hard to live in our own heads. Worries, fears, sadness and feelings of inadequacy can make it feel like we are swimming against the tide. Our psychological difficulties may have been with us for a long time or may have started more recently. Whatever our mental health concerns, psychological therapy is an opportunity to change our relationship with our minds: a place to learn the skills to cope better with what life may throw at us, and a chance to find the inner resources that we all have, to allow us to move towards living a more fulfilling life.
You have already made a brave and important step on the journey to well-being and self-discovery, by enquiring about having therapy. As a Clinical Psychologist, I am passionate about helping people to realise the values, knowledge, and skills that they already hold, and how the awareness of this can enable them to live full, vibrant and satisfying lives. I believe that it is important to learn skills to help people cope with the present and the future, as well as making sense of past experiences to understand patterns that are happening in your life currently.
You have already made a brave and important step on the journey to well-being and self-discovery, by enquiring about having therapy. As a Clinical Psychologist, I am passionate about helping people to realise the values, knowledge, and skills that they already hold, and how the awareness of this can enable them to live full, vibrant and satisfying lives. I believe that it is important to learn skills to help people cope with the present and the future, as well as making sense of past experiences to understand patterns that are happening in your life currently.
Nearby Psychosis Counsellors Searches for Hertford
- Barnet
- Buckhurst Hill
- Edgware
- Enfield
- Harpenden
- Hitchin
- Letchworth Garden City
- Potters Bar
- St Albans
- Stevenage
- Ware
- Welwyn Garden City
Psychosis Counsellors
What’s the most effective treatment for psychosis?
The most effective treatment for psychosis is coordinated specialty care. In this model, a team of professionals works with a patient to address all aspects of the underlying disorder. This approach incorporates individual or group therapy, employment and education support, family support and education, medication management (which often involves low doses of antipsychotics), and case management to facilitate problem-solving as needed.
When should people seek treatment for psychosis?
People should seek immediate treatment at the earliest indication of psychosis. Symptoms include delusions, hallucinations, disorganized or blocked speech, and agitated body movements. Early signs that a person may be developing a disorder that will lead to psychosis include suspiciousness of others, memory problems and distractibility, an inability to think clearly, rapid or nonsensical speech, withdrawal from friends or family, aggression toward others, and sensitivity to bright lights or noises.
What if psychosis is left untreated?
Without treatment, psychosis can have significant repercussions, including injuries, job loss, homelessness, financial or legal trouble, ruptured relationships, and suffering for the person and their family. While early treatment for psychosis often yields the best results, there is no point past which it becomes useless to seek treatment. At any point, treatment can make a difference.
How do I get someone else to seek treatment for psychosis?
It’s extremely difficult to watch a loved one suffer from hallucinations, delusions, and other elements of psychosis—sometimes exacerbated by their fears of treatment. Have a conversation with them in a quiet space and maintain a calm, supportive tone. Share your concerns about behaviors you’ve observed, suggest treatment, and explain the potential benefits. Listen carefully to their responses. The person may not be ready after one conversation, but with time, they may come around.