Parenting Counselling in Ingatestone

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Nathalie Macleod
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Welcome. I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor with experience working with adults, couples, and young people. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, and there may be times when you find yourself struggling to cope with difficult emotions, life changes, relationships, loss, illness, or challenges that seem hard to make sense of on your own.
Welcome. I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor with experience working with adults, couples, and young people. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, and there may be times when you find yourself struggling to cope with difficult emotions, life changes, relationships, loss, illness, or challenges that seem hard to make sense of on your own.
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Tracy Ann Phillips
Counsellor, PsychD, MUKCP
Serves Area
I understand it is sometimes hard to make the step towards having therapy. If you are at a point in your life where you need support or guidance in bringing about change, I offer a non judgemental, confidential, compassionate and warm space. Through working together to resolve difficult experiences in various ways, you will begin to see life from a different perspective. This will enable you to understand yourself better, gain more confidence and calm anxieties and depression. I keep up to date with various courses's and reading for continuing professional development. I also work with the Police Firearms Officers Association.
I understand it is sometimes hard to make the step towards having therapy. If you are at a point in your life where you need support or guidance in bringing about change, I offer a non judgemental, confidential, compassionate and warm space. Through working together to resolve difficult experiences in various ways, you will begin to see life from a different perspective. This will enable you to understand yourself better, gain more confidence and calm anxieties and depression. I keep up to date with various courses's and reading for continuing professional development. I also work with the Police Firearms Officers Association.
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Michelle Felstead
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
You are brave and have identified that you need some support at this very turbulent time. When a crisis hits, a future that was once clear can become confusing and scary. Life is now very complicated and can leave us with feelings of anxiety, stress and depression. These negative feelings can make life overwhelming. Sometimes it is helpful to talk to a person not directly involved in order to gain clarity and insight.
You are brave and have identified that you need some support at this very turbulent time. When a crisis hits, a future that was once clear can become confusing and scary. Life is now very complicated and can leave us with feelings of anxiety, stress and depression. These negative feelings can make life overwhelming. Sometimes it is helpful to talk to a person not directly involved in order to gain clarity and insight.
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Elizabeth Anne Lawrence
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
I provide a confidential and non-judgmental space where you can talk openly and explore areas of difficulty in your life. Whether you’re facing an immediate crisis—such as a relationship breakdown, bereavement, or addiction—or dealing with long-term challenges like low mood, anxiety, depression, or the need for professional change, I am here to support you. Using an psychodyna approach, I tailor my methods to suit your individual needs, helping you gain understanding, create solutions, develop strategies, and move forward positively. I work with adults, children, and young adults, offering counselling, supervision and coaching.
I provide a confidential and non-judgmental space where you can talk openly and explore areas of difficulty in your life. Whether you’re facing an immediate crisis—such as a relationship breakdown, bereavement, or addiction—or dealing with long-term challenges like low mood, anxiety, depression, or the need for professional change, I am here to support you. Using an psychodyna approach, I tailor my methods to suit your individual needs, helping you gain understanding, create solutions, develop strategies, and move forward positively. I work with adults, children, and young adults, offering counselling, supervision and coaching.
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The Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I work with many issues from anxiety & depression, to grief & loneliness. My specialities lie in relationships. This may be in the form of couples or marriage counselling or it may be an individual coming to therapy to talk about the key relationships in their lives. This could be past relationships, family, current relationships or maybe even future relationships? I will help you to understand your attachment style, communication on ways of relating to others. I will help you to see your life from many different angles and help you to challenge your own preconceived ideas of your limitations.
I work with many issues from anxiety & depression, to grief & loneliness. My specialities lie in relationships. This may be in the form of couples or marriage counselling or it may be an individual coming to therapy to talk about the key relationships in their lives. This could be past relationships, family, current relationships or maybe even future relationships? I will help you to understand your attachment style, communication on ways of relating to others. I will help you to see your life from many different angles and help you to challenge your own preconceived ideas of your limitations.
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Veronica Rivera-Gould
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
London N1
Perhaps you want to learn helpful approaches to support your parenting; or you may want a deeper connection with your family but are not sure how to bridge the gap.
I help individuals and families navigate difficult moments by creating a space where you feel truly heard—in either English or Spanish. My approach is collaborative and practical; we'll work together to find healthy ways to cope and move forward into a life that feels more satisfying and fulfilling.
Perhaps you want to learn helpful approaches to support your parenting; or you may want a deeper connection with your family but are not sure how to bridge the gap.
I help individuals and families navigate difficult moments by creating a space where you feel truly heard—in either English or Spanish. My approach is collaborative and practical; we'll work together to find healthy ways to cope and move forward into a life that feels more satisfying and fulfilling.
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Heathwell Blackheath
Counsellor, MA, BACP
1 Endorsed
London SE3
Heathwell Therapies is a team of highly experienced, psychotherapists, counsellors and psychologists based in Blackheath Village, SE London and online. We work with adults, couples, and adolescents, offering expert support in ADHD, relational trauma, couples and relationship therapy, psychosexual therapy, and women’s and men’s mental health. Our team combines extensive clinical experience with evidence-based and humanistic approaches, providing a professional, warm, and confidential environment where clients can explore challenges and achieve meaningful, lasting change.
Heathwell Therapies is a team of highly experienced, psychotherapists, counsellors and psychologists based in Blackheath Village, SE London and online. We work with adults, couples, and adolescents, offering expert support in ADHD, relational trauma, couples and relationship therapy, psychosexual therapy, and women’s and men’s mental health. Our team combines extensive clinical experience with evidence-based and humanistic approaches, providing a professional, warm, and confidential environment where clients can explore challenges and achieve meaningful, lasting change.
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Nicola Annette Perry
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Hello, I’m Nicola, a qualified psychodynamic, systemic, and relationship counsellor. I provide therapy to individuals, couples, families, and young people. Whether you're navigating a romantic relationship, a specific family dynamic, or simply exploring that relationship you have with yourself, I am here to support you. My aim is to offer a safe, inclusive space, where you feel comfortable to work through life’s challenges, or simply explore new directions, decisions, or ways of communicating.
Hello, I’m Nicola, a qualified psychodynamic, systemic, and relationship counsellor. I provide therapy to individuals, couples, families, and young people. Whether you're navigating a romantic relationship, a specific family dynamic, or simply exploring that relationship you have with yourself, I am here to support you. My aim is to offer a safe, inclusive space, where you feel comfortable to work through life’s challenges, or simply explore new directions, decisions, or ways of communicating.
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Sue Thompson
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Maldon CM9
I have over 20 years experience of providing therapeutic support to both children, young people, parents adults in a range of different settings who may be experiencing mental distress, trauma or behavioural issues such as low mood, anxiety, depression, irrational fears and phobias, exam stress / work-related stress.
I can provide a safe, warm, friendly and confidential space for you to explore your worries / concerns. As I am integrative trained I can provide both traditional talking therapy as well as working more creatively with children/young people and parents using a range of art and play based mediums such as sand tray, painting, clay, music etc.
I have over 20 years experience of providing therapeutic support to both children, young people, parents adults in a range of different settings who may be experiencing mental distress, trauma or behavioural issues such as low mood, anxiety, depression, irrational fears and phobias, exam stress / work-related stress.
I can provide a safe, warm, friendly and confidential space for you to explore your worries / concerns. As I am integrative trained I can provide both traditional talking therapy as well as working more creatively with children/young people and parents using a range of art and play based mediums such as sand tray, painting, clay, music etc.
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Annemarie Lewis Thomas
Counsellor, GMBPsS
Online Only
Working exclusively via video call ensuring that clients feel relaxed in familiar surroundings, I work with my clients to help them to find a route through their struggles, helping them to unhook themselves from unhelpful thinking styles and strategies. From the outset my clients understand that counselling requires them to put into practice the things that we identify during our sessions - just like homework. The solutions don't come from our sessions, they come from the work that my clients put in between our sessions.
Working exclusively via video call ensuring that clients feel relaxed in familiar surroundings, I work with my clients to help them to find a route through their struggles, helping them to unhook themselves from unhelpful thinking styles and strategies. From the outset my clients understand that counselling requires them to put into practice the things that we identify during our sessions - just like homework. The solutions don't come from our sessions, they come from the work that my clients put in between our sessions.
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Serenity Practice
Psychotherapist, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
London SW7
I’m Serena, an integrative psychotherapist with a psychoanalytic foundation. I am based in South West London, offering a safe, compassionate space for adults of all ages, including those in later life. Being fluent in English and Italian, I can support clients in either language.
I’m Serena, an integrative psychotherapist with a psychoanalytic foundation. I am based in South West London, offering a safe, compassionate space for adults of all ages, including those in later life. Being fluent in English and Italian, I can support clients in either language.
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Tracey Miller
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Barnet EN5
I love working with children and adolescents and I have a particular interest in working with parents facing the challenges of parenting their unique children.
I've been a clinical psychologist for more than thirty years working with children, adolescents and adults, individually, in families and in groups. I've worked in the NHS, in charities and schools, and in the private sector, and I provide clinical supervision to a variety of fellow professionals.
I love working with children and adolescents and I have a particular interest in working with parents facing the challenges of parenting their unique children.
I've been a clinical psychologist for more than thirty years working with children, adolescents and adults, individually, in families and in groups. I've worked in the NHS, in charities and schools, and in the private sector, and I provide clinical supervision to a variety of fellow professionals.
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Gavin Lashley
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
I am a psychotherapist and coach working with individuals and couples. I help people clarify how they want to live, relate and show up — and support them in making that real in their everyday lives. My work draws on a variety of therapeutic approaches and philosophies, which you can find out more about here or on my website. Regardless of the format I work in, I offer a space where every part of you is welcome — especially the parts you don’t like — and the opportunity to begin offering that same unconditional acceptance to yourself.
I am a psychotherapist and coach working with individuals and couples. I help people clarify how they want to live, relate and show up — and support them in making that real in their everyday lives. My work draws on a variety of therapeutic approaches and philosophies, which you can find out more about here or on my website. Regardless of the format I work in, I offer a space where every part of you is welcome — especially the parts you don’t like — and the opportunity to begin offering that same unconditional acceptance to yourself.
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Jennie Penkul
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Brentwood CM13
I have many years experience as a counsellor, I've done a lot of further training and I have personal experience of anxiety, body images issues, grief, parenting issues and working with young people.
It is likely you are looking for support at a difficult time. I'm passionate about helping you if you have any kind of body image issues or anxiety. I also understand the need for supporting families in difficult times. I offer a warm therapeutic relationship which is thoughtfully tailored to your needs. I believe that therapy should be sensitive and boldly creative. I often include a variety of experiences into therapy sessions: things that I have found helpful myself. We all want to have a balance in our lives and to learn to calm the sometimes stormy waters of our mind. I hope to share ways of learning to do this with you.
I have many years experience as a counsellor, I've done a lot of further training and I have personal experience of anxiety, body images issues, grief, parenting issues and working with young people.
It is likely you are looking for support at a difficult time. I'm passionate about helping you if you have any kind of body image issues or anxiety. I also understand the need for supporting families in difficult times. I offer a warm therapeutic relationship which is thoughtfully tailored to your needs. I believe that therapy should be sensitive and boldly creative. I often include a variety of experiences into therapy sessions: things that I have found helpful myself. We all want to have a balance in our lives and to learn to calm the sometimes stormy waters of our mind. I hope to share ways of learning to do this with you.
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Rhianna Watts
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Sevenoaks TN14
Please visit my website for further information about my practice, my qualifications and experience, and what services I offer: https://drrhiannawatts.com/
Please visit my website for further information about my practice, my qualifications and experience, and what services I offer: https://drrhiannawatts.com/
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Georgia Moon
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Maybe becoming a parent has brought up unexpected questions about your own upbringing, or you're navigating difficult family dynamics, or you've reached a point where simply "getting on with it" isn't working anymore.
I have particular experience supporting clients through periods of big life transitions, including changes in relationships, parenthood, identity, work and family life. Alongside my professional training, I'm also a mother of three and understand first-hand some of the pressures, responsibilities and identity shifts that can accompany modern life.
Maybe becoming a parent has brought up unexpected questions about your own upbringing, or you're navigating difficult family dynamics, or you've reached a point where simply "getting on with it" isn't working anymore.
I have particular experience supporting clients through periods of big life transitions, including changes in relationships, parenthood, identity, work and family life. Alongside my professional training, I'm also a mother of three and understand first-hand some of the pressures, responsibilities and identity shifts that can accompany modern life.
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Kristen Cook
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
London NW10
I work with teenagers, young adults and parents who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious or stuck, repeating familiar patterns, struggling in relationships or trying to make sense of difficult life experiences.
I am an integrative psychotherapist with a background in counselling and mental health support. My work is informed by both professional training and lived experience. While many things can be understood through study, some of life’s most important lessons are understood only through experience. Together we can make sense of yours.
I work with teenagers, young adults and parents who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious or stuck, repeating familiar patterns, struggling in relationships or trying to make sense of difficult life experiences.
I am an integrative psychotherapist with a background in counselling and mental health support. My work is informed by both professional training and lived experience. While many things can be understood through study, some of life’s most important lessons are understood only through experience. Together we can make sense of yours.
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Bay Deane
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Serves Area
As a psychotherapist and Celtic shamanic practitioner I work with you in your deep process helping you get unstuck and work through blocks of trauma, past experiences, anger, addictions to come through to lighter energy. I also offer help with integration of psychedelic experiences. I like to help you work with your autonomy learning to trust yourself, ease the inner critic and stand up for what you need. I like working with life transitions such as needing to change jobs or parenthood. I have 20 years experience in private practice and like seeing my clients move through their difficulties to better times.
As a psychotherapist and Celtic shamanic practitioner I work with you in your deep process helping you get unstuck and work through blocks of trauma, past experiences, anger, addictions to come through to lighter energy. I also offer help with integration of psychedelic experiences. I like to help you work with your autonomy learning to trust yourself, ease the inner critic and stand up for what you need. I like working with life transitions such as needing to change jobs or parenthood. I have 20 years experience in private practice and like seeing my clients move through their difficulties to better times.
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Joe Atkinson
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Life can be a whirlwind of emotions, challenges, and unexpected events. Perhaps you've found yourself lying awake at night, mind racing with unanswered questions. Or maybe you've noticed a persistent feeling that something's not quite right. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, battling anxiety, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, you're not alone. Here, in this safe and nurturing space, we embark on a journey together -a journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. As your guide, I'm here to help you navigate the complexities of your nner world, uncover hidden strengths, and write the next chapter
Life can be a whirlwind of emotions, challenges, and unexpected events. Perhaps you've found yourself lying awake at night, mind racing with unanswered questions. Or maybe you've noticed a persistent feeling that something's not quite right. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, battling anxiety, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, you're not alone. Here, in this safe and nurturing space, we embark on a journey together -a journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth. As your guide, I'm here to help you navigate the complexities of your nner world, uncover hidden strengths, and write the next chapter
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Sameer Munjal
Psychotherapist, MBACP
London N12
I get it. I've been there. You seem confident, ambitious and are always there for others. People think you lead a great life but it doesn’t always feel that way. You got through childhood and teenage years and have lots to be grateful for. Despite all of your effort and achievement in life, something doesn't feel quite right. An anxious, nagging feeling sits in your mind and body and makes you uncomfortable in your own skin. You’ve ignored it and carried on but you have many questions. It’s frustrating and exhausting but something has prompted you to find answers. You want to be more relaxed within yourself and feel good enough.
I get it. I've been there. You seem confident, ambitious and are always there for others. People think you lead a great life but it doesn’t always feel that way. You got through childhood and teenage years and have lots to be grateful for. Despite all of your effort and achievement in life, something doesn't feel quite right. An anxious, nagging feeling sits in your mind and body and makes you uncomfortable in your own skin. You’ve ignored it and carried on but you have many questions. It’s frustrating and exhausting but something has prompted you to find answers. You want to be more relaxed within yourself and feel good enough.
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Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.