Cancer Counselling in High Wycombe
I work with a wide range of issues, and my special interests include; anxiety, academic/work pressure, finding purpose, building self-confidence, overcoming trauma, and dealing with cancer.
If you are looking to overcome particular challenges in your life, improve your mental health, or even just better understand your feelings, psychotherapy can help.
I work in a Humanistic, client-led way which values your individual experience, and I offer a safe, non-judgemental way for you to explore your feelings, thoughts, and worries. I don't pathologise your experiences, the focus of Humanistic therapy is growth and self-actualisation.
Within psychotherapy, I provide a warm and collaborative space where challenging thoughts and feelings can be worked through, helping empower you to make positive changes.
I work with a wide range of issues, and my special interests include; anxiety, academic/work pressure, finding purpose, building self-confidence, overcoming trauma, and dealing with cancer.
If you are looking to overcome particular challenges in your life, improve your mental health, or even just better understand your feelings, psychotherapy can help.
I work in a Humanistic, client-led way which values your individual experience, and I offer a safe, non-judgemental way for you to explore your feelings, thoughts, and worries. I don't pathologise your experiences, the focus of Humanistic therapy is growth and self-actualisation.
Within psychotherapy, I provide a warm and collaborative space where challenging thoughts and feelings can be worked through, helping empower you to make positive changes.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist (BACP) and psychodynamic counsellor (BPC), qualified to Master of Science level (Birkbeck, University of London). Having worked in a London-based GP practice on a pro bono basis for several years, I have helped patients from many backgrounds, nationalities, ethnicities, religions, genders, and sexual orientations with the internal, and often, unconscious conflicts that have negatively impacted their emotional and mental well-being and that prevented them from living their everyday life to the fullest.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist (BACP) and psychodynamic counsellor (BPC), qualified to Master of Science level (Birkbeck, University of London). Having worked in a London-based GP practice on a pro bono basis for several years, I have helped patients from many backgrounds, nationalities, ethnicities, religions, genders, and sexual orientations with the internal, and often, unconscious conflicts that have negatively impacted their emotional and mental well-being and that prevented them from living their everyday life to the fullest.
Welcome. If you're reading this, maybe you've decided the time is right to make a change, and you're ready to take that important step. Asking for help can be difficult and it is something to be applauded. My role is to offer a safe space, free from judgement, and to listen to you with warmth and empathy. I will hear you, support you, empower you and facilitate you finding your path through. I encourage autonomy and self-compassion. I will endeavour to help you to see things in a different light. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy, and the benefits of therapy can be life changing.
Welcome. If you're reading this, maybe you've decided the time is right to make a change, and you're ready to take that important step. Asking for help can be difficult and it is something to be applauded. My role is to offer a safe space, free from judgement, and to listen to you with warmth and empathy. I will hear you, support you, empower you and facilitate you finding your path through. I encourage autonomy and self-compassion. I will endeavour to help you to see things in a different light. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy, and the benefits of therapy can be life changing.
Sometimes it's about coping strategies and supporting my clients through a tough time or loss, want to change something about how they feel, think or behave, many look to free themselves of the past whilst some aren't sure exactly what they need, they simply feel the struggle to be happy in their life or relationships.You'll find I'm patient and calm by nature, have a compassionate and mature approach to helping, intuitively sense some things are really tough to talk about and whilst I will help you with ideas and tools to reduce symptoms and which can also speed up meaningful change between sessions, note: you will get to direct, manage your own destiny. I have always seen my role as guiding my client to see difficulties you stuck and with my help how to overcome them. My aim is always for my clients to be able to leave feeling confident in knowing their own well being long term.
Sometimes it's about coping strategies and supporting my clients through a tough time or loss, want to change something about how they feel, think or behave, many look to free themselves of the past whilst some aren't sure exactly what they need, they simply feel the struggle to be happy in their life or relationships.You'll find I'm patient and calm by nature, have a compassionate and mature approach to helping, intuitively sense some things are really tough to talk about and whilst I will help you with ideas and tools to reduce symptoms and which can also speed up meaningful change between sessions, note: you will get to direct, manage your own destiny. I have always seen my role as guiding my client to see difficulties you stuck and with my help how to overcome them. My aim is always for my clients to be able to leave feeling confident in knowing their own well being long term.
Many of the people I work with are high‑functioning adults navigating stress, anxiety, trauma or identity pressures. They often feel overwhelmed, pulled between responsibilities and their own needs, or caught in patterns shaped by family, culture or past experiences. They’re thoughtful, resilient and aware that something deeper needs attention. Therapy supports them to feel more grounded, break old cycles, improve relationships and reconnect with a clearer sense of self.
Many of the people I work with are high‑functioning adults navigating stress, anxiety, trauma or identity pressures. They often feel overwhelmed, pulled between responsibilities and their own needs, or caught in patterns shaped by family, culture or past experiences. They’re thoughtful, resilient and aware that something deeper needs attention. Therapy supports them to feel more grounded, break old cycles, improve relationships and reconnect with a clearer sense of self.
Heather Joy is an experienced Cognitive Behavioural Therapist accredited with the British Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Psychotherapies (BABCP). She has extensive experience working with adults with a wide range of common mental health problems within the NHS and in private practice. She started her career in Health Psychology and has practiced in NHS talking therapy services in Birmingham and London since 2010. She runs her private practice from both the Chiltern Clinic and Stampwell farm, near Beaconsfield.
Heather Joy is an experienced Cognitive Behavioural Therapist accredited with the British Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Psychotherapies (BABCP). She has extensive experience working with adults with a wide range of common mental health problems within the NHS and in private practice. She started her career in Health Psychology and has practiced in NHS talking therapy services in Birmingham and London since 2010. She runs her private practice from both the Chiltern Clinic and Stampwell farm, near Beaconsfield.
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
I am a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and a Doctor of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy candidate at the University of Exeter. With over 25 years of clinical experience in the NHS (CAMHS) and private practice, I offer a sophisticated, relational approach to healing. My work is grounded in the belief that our present struggles—be they anxiety or relationship patterns—are often shaped by unconscious scripts. By decoding these deeper patterns, I help you find a sense of agency and lasting change. While my background includes social work and art therapy, my focus remains on the transformative power of the psychoanalytic relationship.
I am a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and a Doctor of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy candidate at the University of Exeter. With over 25 years of clinical experience in the NHS (CAMHS) and private practice, I offer a sophisticated, relational approach to healing. My work is grounded in the belief that our present struggles—be they anxiety or relationship patterns—are often shaped by unconscious scripts. By decoding these deeper patterns, I help you find a sense of agency and lasting change. While my background includes social work and art therapy, my focus remains on the transformative power of the psychoanalytic relationship.
Hello, I am Dr Ruchi Bakshi a Clinical Psychologist. I work at Riverside Psychology Marlow in Buckinghamshire and also offer remote appointments. I have over ten years experience working as a Clinical Psychologist in the public and private sector. I specialise in women’s health, emotional wellbeing and the perinatal period as well as child, parent and family work. I offer evidence based Psychological therapy working in an integrative and holistic way to support you in your health and emotional well-being.
Hello, I am Dr Ruchi Bakshi a Clinical Psychologist. I work at Riverside Psychology Marlow in Buckinghamshire and also offer remote appointments. I have over ten years experience working as a Clinical Psychologist in the public and private sector. I specialise in women’s health, emotional wellbeing and the perinatal period as well as child, parent and family work. I offer evidence based Psychological therapy working in an integrative and holistic way to support you in your health and emotional well-being.
As a qualified and experienced psychotherapeutic counsellor, I offer a supportive, compassionate space where you can explore whatever is troubling you at a pace that feels right. My practice is rooted in the pluralistic approach, which means I draw from a range of therapeutic methods and tailor our work together to suit your individual needs, preferences, and goals. No two people are the same, and therapy should reflect that.
I am warm, friendly, and approachable and aim to create a safe, non‑judgemental environment where you can talk openly, feel heard, and begin to make sense of your experiences as you navigate a way forward.
As a qualified and experienced psychotherapeutic counsellor, I offer a supportive, compassionate space where you can explore whatever is troubling you at a pace that feels right. My practice is rooted in the pluralistic approach, which means I draw from a range of therapeutic methods and tailor our work together to suit your individual needs, preferences, and goals. No two people are the same, and therapy should reflect that.
I am warm, friendly, and approachable and aim to create a safe, non‑judgemental environment where you can talk openly, feel heard, and begin to make sense of your experiences as you navigate a way forward.
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I want to go on a journey with you and explore your story.
Sometimes life is uncomfortable, and you have nowhere to turn. Things look fine from the outside — you appear to be functioning as normal — but inside, everything feels different and disconnected. Sometimes these changes happen so slowly they creep up on you, leaving you feeling incapable and scared that everything will unravel.
Hello, I'm Amy. I'm a dedicated person-centred counsellor, and I bring both professional training and personal experience of bereavement to my work — I know what it is to sit inside that disconnection and not know how to put words to it.
I want to go on a journey with you and explore your story.
Sometimes life is uncomfortable, and you have nowhere to turn. Things look fine from the outside — you appear to be functioning as normal — but inside, everything feels different and disconnected. Sometimes these changes happen so slowly they creep up on you, leaving you feeling incapable and scared that everything will unravel.
Hello, I'm Amy. I'm a dedicated person-centred counsellor, and I bring both professional training and personal experience of bereavement to my work — I know what it is to sit inside that disconnection and not know how to put words to it.
I also work for the NHS, offering therapy to cancer patients.
Hello, I’m Mia. Taking the first step to explore therapy is a big decision - so I’m glad you have found your way here.
Practicalities:
I offer weekly psychotherapy for adults from my private consulting room in West London (Chiswick / Stamford Brook tube station) and online.
I work during the week and on Sundays and offer morning, daytime and evening appointments, including some early morning & late evenings.
About Me: Before training as a therapist, I spent many years working in both marketing & in the wellness industry. I have lived not only in the UK but also in Europe and the US.
I also work for the NHS, offering therapy to cancer patients.
Hello, I’m Mia. Taking the first step to explore therapy is a big decision - so I’m glad you have found your way here.
Practicalities:
I offer weekly psychotherapy for adults from my private consulting room in West London (Chiswick / Stamford Brook tube station) and online.
I work during the week and on Sundays and offer morning, daytime and evening appointments, including some early morning & late evenings.
About Me: Before training as a therapist, I spent many years working in both marketing & in the wellness industry. I have lived not only in the UK but also in Europe and the US.
Alongside my private practice, I work in an NHS cancer setting, supporting individuals at diagnosis, throughout treatment, and approaching end-of-life.
I offer a range of talking therapies: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Narrative Therapy, and systemic approaches. If you have questions or are considering working together, feel free to get in touch - I offer a free 15-minute introductory call to see if I’m the right fit for you.
Alongside my private practice, I work in an NHS cancer setting, supporting individuals at diagnosis, throughout treatment, and approaching end-of-life.
I offer a range of talking therapies: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Narrative Therapy, and systemic approaches. If you have questions or are considering working together, feel free to get in touch - I offer a free 15-minute introductory call to see if I’m the right fit for you.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, and many people reach a point where they feel stuck, anxious, or unsure about how to move forward. You don’t have to face these experiences alone.
Developing a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences can be an important step toward meaningful change.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, and many people reach a point where they feel stuck, anxious, or unsure about how to move forward. You don’t have to face these experiences alone.
Developing a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences can be an important step toward meaningful change.
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.
I am an integrative Counsellor and a Grief Educator trained in IFS and CBT with a background in Nursing. I provide short-term and long-term (open-ended) counselling to adults, age over 18. In-person counselling is located in Burley, New Forest. Remote sessions can take place via Zoom, WhatsApp and phone call. You may feel apprehensive about choosing the right counsellor for the issues you wish to deal with. I offer a free 20 minute session to chat with me via WhatsApp or Zoom. This is an opportunity to find out if I would be a good fit for you. Please feel free to contact me for a no-obligation initial chat.
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.
I am an integrative Counsellor and a Grief Educator trained in IFS and CBT with a background in Nursing. I provide short-term and long-term (open-ended) counselling to adults, age over 18. In-person counselling is located in Burley, New Forest. Remote sessions can take place via Zoom, WhatsApp and phone call. You may feel apprehensive about choosing the right counsellor for the issues you wish to deal with. I offer a free 20 minute session to chat with me via WhatsApp or Zoom. This is an opportunity to find out if I would be a good fit for you. Please feel free to contact me for a no-obligation initial chat.
I have extensive experience of providing therapy for people facing a bereavement or physical health conditions such as cancer and neurological conditions (eg. stroke, MS, migraines).
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, with many years of experience working within the NHS, charity sector and private practice. I am registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), have accredited membership with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and work within their code of ethics and conduct.
In my private practice, I can offer short and long term therapy, depending on your needs. I am trained in a number of models of therapy and can integrate these to tailor the work for you. I will provide you with a safe, confidential space in which we can work through any issues and build self-understanding.
I have extensive experience of providing therapy for people facing a bereavement or physical health conditions such as cancer and neurological conditions (eg. stroke, MS, migraines).
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, with many years of experience working within the NHS, charity sector and private practice. I am registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), have accredited membership with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and work within their code of ethics and conduct.
In my private practice, I can offer short and long term therapy, depending on your needs. I am trained in a number of models of therapy and can integrate these to tailor the work for you. I will provide you with a safe, confidential space in which we can work through any issues and build self-understanding.
Alongside my private practice I currently work for two cancer charities and at a rehab centre for clients with drug and alcohol dependence.
Hello I'm Jane, thank you for visiting my page.
Whatever has led you to consider counselling, I warmly welcome you.
Deciding to attend therapy often comes at a time when you may feel overwhelmed and unsure about your next steps. My aim is to provide a safe, trusting therapeutic environment where you have the space to tell your story.
Perhaps you are struggling with anxiety, relationships, addictive behaviours, grief, sadness, a long term health problem. Wherever you are right now, I will work with you to understand what it is you need. I will support you in finding ways to help you move forward.
Alongside my private practice I currently work for two cancer charities and at a rehab centre for clients with drug and alcohol dependence.
Hello I'm Jane, thank you for visiting my page.
Whatever has led you to consider counselling, I warmly welcome you.
Deciding to attend therapy often comes at a time when you may feel overwhelmed and unsure about your next steps. My aim is to provide a safe, trusting therapeutic environment where you have the space to tell your story.
Perhaps you are struggling with anxiety, relationships, addictive behaviours, grief, sadness, a long term health problem. Wherever you are right now, I will work with you to understand what it is you need. I will support you in finding ways to help you move forward.
You might be trying to hold everything together, or dealing with big life changes like a recent cancer diagnosis, ADHD, anxiety, or trauma, and simply trying to get through each day.
You thought things would feel easier by the time you reached this age.
Maybe life wasn't supposed to be this hard. You figured you'd feel more settled, more confident, more in control. But instead, something just feels… off. You're tired. Anxious. Like you're stuck, and no matter what you do, it's hard to move forward.
You know you want more from life, you know you're capable of more, but it's hard to explain. You might feel disconnected from yourself or the people around you. Maybe your relationships are struggling, or you just don’t feel like yourself anymore.
You're not alone. I'm here for you if you decide to reach out.
You might be trying to hold everything together, or dealing with big life changes like a recent cancer diagnosis, ADHD, anxiety, or trauma, and simply trying to get through each day.
You thought things would feel easier by the time you reached this age.
Maybe life wasn't supposed to be this hard. You figured you'd feel more settled, more confident, more in control. But instead, something just feels… off. You're tired. Anxious. Like you're stuck, and no matter what you do, it's hard to move forward.
You know you want more from life, you know you're capable of more, but it's hard to explain. You might feel disconnected from yourself or the people around you. Maybe your relationships are struggling, or you just don’t feel like yourself anymore.
You're not alone. I'm here for you if you decide to reach out.
As a therapist and former palliative-trained GP, I support people through grief, chronic illness and pain, cancer diagnosis, ageing, dementia, caring and life transitions.
My role is to accompany you in a space that is yours. We share expertise: yours of your own life, mine of training and experience. I listen, may reframe and may challenge perspectives, believing always that you can find your own answers.
At times words may be hard to find and I may offer creative options such as sand tray, drawing or writing in addition.
As a therapist and former palliative-trained GP, I support people through grief, chronic illness and pain, cancer diagnosis, ageing, dementia, caring and life transitions.
My role is to accompany you in a space that is yours. We share expertise: yours of your own life, mine of training and experience. I listen, may reframe and may challenge perspectives, believing always that you can find your own answers.
At times words may be hard to find and I may offer creative options such as sand tray, drawing or writing in addition.
Welcome — I’m Adielia
I’m a qualified and BACP-registered counsellor, dedicated to helping you navigate life’s ups and downs with compassion and understanding. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief, or simply feeling stuck, you don’t have to face it alone.
Welcome — I’m Adielia
I’m a qualified and BACP-registered counsellor, dedicated to helping you navigate life’s ups and downs with compassion and understanding. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief, or simply feeling stuck, you don’t have to face it alone.
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Cancer Counsellors
How does cancer affect mental health?
A cancer diagnosis is a major life event that can significantly influence the mental health of any individual. Being diagnosed with cancer often introduces a sense of uncertainty about the future, which can cause clients to experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, and significant distress. Many cancer patients may also worry about the toll that their diagnosis may have on their family, their physical health, their job, and their financial situation. The compounding of such stressors can also decrease mental health in clients and may lead to additional symptoms that can influence mental health, such as sleeping difficulties or social withdrawal.
What is the best psychological therapy for cancer patients?
The best type of psychological therapy for cancer patients is highly dependent on the needs of the individual. The therapy type that a client benefits from may also depend on what stage of the cancer journey they are in. Recently diagnosed cancer patients, for instance, may benefit from therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which can help clients develop skills to manage the emotional distress that comes with a cancer diagnosis. Alternatively, cancer patients further along in their journey may benefit from therapies like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or other forms of mindfulness therapy to help manage symptoms or physical pain associated with treatment. Clients may also consider group therapy, which offers cancer patients an opportunity to receive support from other individuals dealing with a cancer diagnosis.
Are there any risks or drawbacks in going to therapy while dealing with cancer?
Although attending therapy while dealing with a cancer diagnosis can be helpful, one major concern for cancer patients can be the financial cost of seeking therapy. Many therapists are out-of-network, meaning they do not accept insurance, and thus clients are expected to pay the entirety of the session fee. Since many cancer patients may be out of work as a result of their diagnosis or cancer treatment regimen, the costs of therapy sessions can be substantial. Luckily, many cancer centers and local clinics may offer free or substantially reduced-cost counselling services to cancer patients and their families. In addition, cancer patients may be eligible for grants or other forms of funding from local agencies and nonprofits to seek therapy for their cancer diagnosis. Such opportunities can be very helpful for cancer patients, as they allow clients to obtain the benefits of therapy without the financial strain.
How long does cancer therapy typically last?
The length of cancer therapy depends on the needs of each client. In some cases, cancer patients may only require therapeutic support during the period following their initial diagnosis—to help manage the uncertainty and shock of a cancer diagnosis. In other cases, clients may choose to receive therapy throughout their treatment, and even following, their cancer journey. Pursuing therapy for a longer period of time can help clients develop a deeper relationship with their therapist and provide opportunity to process the challenges presented by cancer treatment, such as physical pain, and challenges associated with cancer survivorship, such as ongoing identity concerns, physical limitations, or relationship challenges.