Available Counselling in Ipswich
I am a fully qualified integrative counsellor. I work from a humanistic core, which means that I keep you at the centre of our work. However, I do not believe that therapy is a one-size-fits-all process. We are all unique, and different therapeutic approaches may feel more akin to you than others. Being an integrative therapist means that I can draw on a number of approaches and skills in our work together. These are integrated seamlessly, allowing us to work in a way that feels right for you. I have experience working with many different problems, with a particular interest in fertility-related issues and childhood sexual abuse.
I am a fully qualified integrative counsellor. I work from a humanistic core, which means that I keep you at the centre of our work. However, I do not believe that therapy is a one-size-fits-all process. We are all unique, and different therapeutic approaches may feel more akin to you than others. Being an integrative therapist means that I can draw on a number of approaches and skills in our work together. These are integrated seamlessly, allowing us to work in a way that feels right for you. I have experience working with many different problems, with a particular interest in fertility-related issues and childhood sexual abuse.
Hi, I’m Faha, a Person-Centred Psychotherapist with over 10 years’ experience helping people navigate life’s challenges and reconnect with themselves. I offer a calm, supportive space to explore difficult feelings, gain clarity, and move toward meaningful change.
With a BSc in Psychology and MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy, I’ve worked across public and private sectors since 2012. My approach is rooted in empathy, honesty, and deep respect—helping you feel truly seen and heard.
Whether you’re facing anxiety, low mood, or feeling stuck, I’m here to support you—just as you are.
Hi, I’m Faha, a Person-Centred Psychotherapist with over 10 years’ experience helping people navigate life’s challenges and reconnect with themselves. I offer a calm, supportive space to explore difficult feelings, gain clarity, and move toward meaningful change.
With a BSc in Psychology and MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy, I’ve worked across public and private sectors since 2012. My approach is rooted in empathy, honesty, and deep respect—helping you feel truly seen and heard.
Whether you’re facing anxiety, low mood, or feeling stuck, I’m here to support you—just as you are.
I'm a Systemic Psychotherapist, Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist and EMDR therapists. I help individuals and Couples overcome difficulties, enabling them to lead the fulfilling lives they desire. I have over 16 years’ experience working with relationships. I work with a wide range of identity types with people facing various forms of distress, both as individuals and the context of relationships. My ultimate goal is to provide a supportive, empathetic non-judgemental environment where people can explore their challenges, gain a deeper understanding of themselves, and develop their ability to bring about positive change.
I'm a Systemic Psychotherapist, Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist and EMDR therapists. I help individuals and Couples overcome difficulties, enabling them to lead the fulfilling lives they desire. I have over 16 years’ experience working with relationships. I work with a wide range of identity types with people facing various forms of distress, both as individuals and the context of relationships. My ultimate goal is to provide a supportive, empathetic non-judgemental environment where people can explore their challenges, gain a deeper understanding of themselves, and develop their ability to bring about positive change.
Hello, and welcome. As an experienced psychodynamic counsellor & supervisor-in-training, I specialise in working with young people aged 11-30, but also see adults of all ages. For children and young people, it can often be difficult to understand or express their emotions. This can lead to overwhelming, confusing or stuck feelings, perhaps resulting in low self-esteem and struggles with relationships with others, and themselves. Counselling offers a safe and supportive space to explore emotions, and develop an understanding of thought patterns whilst building or enhancing communication skills and emotional resilience.
Hello, and welcome. As an experienced psychodynamic counsellor & supervisor-in-training, I specialise in working with young people aged 11-30, but also see adults of all ages. For children and young people, it can often be difficult to understand or express their emotions. This can lead to overwhelming, confusing or stuck feelings, perhaps resulting in low self-esteem and struggles with relationships with others, and themselves. Counselling offers a safe and supportive space to explore emotions, and develop an understanding of thought patterns whilst building or enhancing communication skills and emotional resilience.
No two people seek psychotherapy for the same reason, or respond to life events in the same way. So, while one person might deal well with major life events such as trauma, loss, or divorce, others will need more support and benefit from discussing their feelings with a therapist in a compassionate and non-judgemental setting. You may be feeling depressed or anxious or have strong feelings which are triggered by the people or situations around you. If you find yourself always reacting in a way you regret but feel powerless to change negative or destructive patterns, you could benefit from working this through with a therapist.
No two people seek psychotherapy for the same reason, or respond to life events in the same way. So, while one person might deal well with major life events such as trauma, loss, or divorce, others will need more support and benefit from discussing their feelings with a therapist in a compassionate and non-judgemental setting. You may be feeling depressed or anxious or have strong feelings which are triggered by the people or situations around you. If you find yourself always reacting in a way you regret but feel powerless to change negative or destructive patterns, you could benefit from working this through with a therapist.
The Stephenson Centre is a private independent counselling and psychotherapy centre in Ipswich town near the waterfront. We have a large team of counsellors, psychotherapists and clinical psychologists offering individuals, couples and children counselling and therapy for a range of emotional problems including anxiety, depression, bereavement, relationship difficulties, EMDR. We also offer low cost counselling and CBT.
The Stephenson Centre is a private independent counselling and psychotherapy centre in Ipswich town near the waterfront. We have a large team of counsellors, psychotherapists and clinical psychologists offering individuals, couples and children counselling and therapy for a range of emotional problems including anxiety, depression, bereavement, relationship difficulties, EMDR. We also offer low cost counselling and CBT.
Payment plans are available for block bookings.
Life can sometimes leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. My approach is to help you better understand yourself and move towards a life that you want. Even if there is a small part of you that wants something different for yourself, I can provide a space to work towards it at a pace that feels right for you.
I offer EMDR and CBT, and am experienced in working with PTSD, trauma, depression, low self-esteem, health anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, social anxiety, specific phobias. My approach is collaborative and aimed at creating lasting change beyond the therapy room.
It's time to start living life on your terms.
Payment plans are available for block bookings.
Life can sometimes leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. My approach is to help you better understand yourself and move towards a life that you want. Even if there is a small part of you that wants something different for yourself, I can provide a space to work towards it at a pace that feels right for you.
I offer EMDR and CBT, and am experienced in working with PTSD, trauma, depression, low self-esteem, health anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, social anxiety, specific phobias. My approach is collaborative and aimed at creating lasting change beyond the therapy room.
It's time to start living life on your terms.
I am a BACP accredited therapist, and I specialise in therapy for families, children and young people. Early intervention is important, and I can provide families or individuals with tools to cope with a range of emotional difficulties. I also offer specialized therapy for cancer patients and their families, from the point of diagnosis to early bereavement support. I also offer Supervision services for qualified and trainee therapists.
I am a BACP accredited therapist, and I specialise in therapy for families, children and young people. Early intervention is important, and I can provide families or individuals with tools to cope with a range of emotional difficulties. I also offer specialized therapy for cancer patients and their families, from the point of diagnosis to early bereavement support. I also offer Supervision services for qualified and trainee therapists.
I'm available Mon-Thur, offering a flexible service
Are you struggling with a lack of confidence or is low self-worth stopping you from fulfilling your potential? Do you it difficult to maintain healthy relationships? Have you experienced loss or grief that you are trying to make sense of? Is anxiety holding you back from living the life that you want?
I am a psychotherapist and counsellor offering CBT and psychodynamic counselling, online across the UK and in person in Ipswich. I provide compassionate and trauma informed therapy service. We can address problems you are currently experiencing, make sense of the impact of past experiences or work towards your future goals.
I'm available Mon-Thur, offering a flexible service
Are you struggling with a lack of confidence or is low self-worth stopping you from fulfilling your potential? Do you it difficult to maintain healthy relationships? Have you experienced loss or grief that you are trying to make sense of? Is anxiety holding you back from living the life that you want?
I am a psychotherapist and counsellor offering CBT and psychodynamic counselling, online across the UK and in person in Ipswich. I provide compassionate and trauma informed therapy service. We can address problems you are currently experiencing, make sense of the impact of past experiences or work towards your future goals.
I am a COSRT Registered Sex and Relationship Therapist working with individuals and couples experiencing sexual difficulties, intimacy concerns, and relationship challenges. Whether you're struggling with low desire, arousal difficulties, erectile difficulties, painful sex, challenges with orgasm, compulsive sexual behaviours, questions around sexuality, or the impact of illness, life changes, or past experiences on your sex life, I can help.
Whether you're facing recurring relationship conflict, communication difficulties, differences in sexual desire, or a loss of intimacy, I can support you.
I am a COSRT Registered Sex and Relationship Therapist working with individuals and couples experiencing sexual difficulties, intimacy concerns, and relationship challenges. Whether you're struggling with low desire, arousal difficulties, erectile difficulties, painful sex, challenges with orgasm, compulsive sexual behaviours, questions around sexuality, or the impact of illness, life changes, or past experiences on your sex life, I can help.
Whether you're facing recurring relationship conflict, communication difficulties, differences in sexual desire, or a loss of intimacy, I can support you.
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.
Hello, I'm an accredited cognitive behavioural psychotherapist with 25 years experience in the health and social care field. I offer a relaxed and compassionate space using a variety of CBT techniques, in the pursuit of helping you make positive changes to the issues you may have been wrestling with alone, with a partner or by confiding in friends or family. Whatever route you have taken to therapy, we will work collaboratively, to enhance your motivation for change, creating a space where you can explore a meaningful way forward towards growth,
Hello, I'm an accredited cognitive behavioural psychotherapist with 25 years experience in the health and social care field. I offer a relaxed and compassionate space using a variety of CBT techniques, in the pursuit of helping you make positive changes to the issues you may have been wrestling with alone, with a partner or by confiding in friends or family. Whatever route you have taken to therapy, we will work collaboratively, to enhance your motivation for change, creating a space where you can explore a meaningful way forward towards growth,
Entering therapy can feel like a like an emotionally challenging and daunting step. Perhaps, at first full of unknowns and uncertainties. If you choose to work with me I offer a compassionate and reassuring approach. In this approach, where required I offer information to help you further understand your current difficulties. From that together we can explore a way forward. Strong feelings, unwanted behaviours, infringing thoughts and firmly held unhelpful belief systems can hinder our satisfaction, contentment and plans. EMDR is a proven approach that can alleviate such symptoms.
Entering therapy can feel like a like an emotionally challenging and daunting step. Perhaps, at first full of unknowns and uncertainties. If you choose to work with me I offer a compassionate and reassuring approach. In this approach, where required I offer information to help you further understand your current difficulties. From that together we can explore a way forward. Strong feelings, unwanted behaviours, infringing thoughts and firmly held unhelpful belief systems can hinder our satisfaction, contentment and plans. EMDR is a proven approach that can alleviate such symptoms.
Do you have emotional or psychological issues that have been holding you back, maybe for longer than you care to remember? Do you wish to take back control of your life? If the answer is 'yes' this can be your future. I offer a non invasive solution based modality in a calm, safe and secure environment. I also offer a more conventional integrative counselling too, having been very fortunate to learn from someone with 25 years experience in the field, of what works and what doesn't. My own work and personal experience have confirmed this and I wish to share my knowledge and success with you. Feel free to call and find out more.
Do you have emotional or psychological issues that have been holding you back, maybe for longer than you care to remember? Do you wish to take back control of your life? If the answer is 'yes' this can be your future. I offer a non invasive solution based modality in a calm, safe and secure environment. I also offer a more conventional integrative counselling too, having been very fortunate to learn from someone with 25 years experience in the field, of what works and what doesn't. My own work and personal experience have confirmed this and I wish to share my knowledge and success with you. Feel free to call and find out more.
I provide a warm, compassionate and curious approach to therapy, mostly supporting Gen Z and Millennial clients in the context of today's rapidly changing world. This can include helping with; anxiety, processing traumatic experiences, depression, ADHD, relationships and modern dating, issues with friendships and family, and body image/eating issues.
I support my clients to release difficult feelings, uncover the deeper root causes and 'why', and to take steps forward from a stronger, more authentic place.
I provide a warm, compassionate and curious approach to therapy, mostly supporting Gen Z and Millennial clients in the context of today's rapidly changing world. This can include helping with; anxiety, processing traumatic experiences, depression, ADHD, relationships and modern dating, issues with friendships and family, and body image/eating issues.
I support my clients to release difficult feelings, uncover the deeper root causes and 'why', and to take steps forward from a stronger, more authentic place.
You may look like you’re coping on the outside while inwardly feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself. Perhaps you’re navigating anxiety, life changes, relationship struggles, or a quiet sense that something isn’t quite right. You want to understand yourself more deeply, feel more grounded, and move forward with clarity. Therapy offers a space to pause, reflect, and bring intention to who you are becoming, rather than continuing patterns that leave you feeling stuck or out of control.
You may look like you’re coping on the outside while inwardly feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself. Perhaps you’re navigating anxiety, life changes, relationship struggles, or a quiet sense that something isn’t quite right. You want to understand yourself more deeply, feel more grounded, and move forward with clarity. Therapy offers a space to pause, reflect, and bring intention to who you are becoming, rather than continuing patterns that leave you feeling stuck or out of control.
Have you lost your confidence, sense of self or purpose? maybe there's current or past issues that are blocking you from thriving. Are you seeing patterns repeat themselves in relationships, or maybe you just need a safe space to talk? If you're feeling anxious, depressed or anything in between, we can look at the wider picture to help clear the fog, get your feet on steady ground and make the changes you want to see.
Have you lost your confidence, sense of self or purpose? maybe there's current or past issues that are blocking you from thriving. Are you seeing patterns repeat themselves in relationships, or maybe you just need a safe space to talk? If you're feeling anxious, depressed or anything in between, we can look at the wider picture to help clear the fog, get your feet on steady ground and make the changes you want to see.
I am particularly interested in the way that things that go wrong in childhood can bite us as adults - it might show as low self esteem, high anxiety levels, feeling overwhelmed by things you could once deal with.
If there's a residue of pain from earlier in your life that is causing you problems now - maybe relationship issues, or perhaps you can't grieve for someone you've lost, or you simply feel that life is too much - we can work with that.
You will decide what your aims are - but maybe a life lived in colour and ease would be a good start.
I am particularly interested in the way that things that go wrong in childhood can bite us as adults - it might show as low self esteem, high anxiety levels, feeling overwhelmed by things you could once deal with.
If there's a residue of pain from earlier in your life that is causing you problems now - maybe relationship issues, or perhaps you can't grieve for someone you've lost, or you simply feel that life is too much - we can work with that.
You will decide what your aims are - but maybe a life lived in colour and ease would be a good start.
BACP accredited & Advanced certificate in Clinical Supervisor. EMDR therapist. I have over 20 years of experience working in Psychological services within the NHS and can offer assessment and treatment for a range of mental health problems. These include, depressions, anxiety, low self esteem and self-worth, PTSD, OCD, personality difficulties and attachment and relational problems, stress and burnout. I am interested in understanding you better, so I can better help you, to understand yourself and the challenges and difficulties you are experiencing
BACP accredited & Advanced certificate in Clinical Supervisor. EMDR therapist. I have over 20 years of experience working in Psychological services within the NHS and can offer assessment and treatment for a range of mental health problems. These include, depressions, anxiety, low self esteem and self-worth, PTSD, OCD, personality difficulties and attachment and relational problems, stress and burnout. I am interested in understanding you better, so I can better help you, to understand yourself and the challenges and difficulties you are experiencing
My availability is weekday evenings.
I am Emma, a BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, IPT (Interpersonal Therapy) Accredited Therapist and EMDR Practitioner working online only from Ipswich, Suffolk via Microsoft Teams or telephone. I have 15 years experience providing evidence based treatment to those experiencing common mental health problems. I offer a safe and supportive space where we can work together to achieve your goals. I offer treatment for individuals experiencing Depression, Anxiety Disorders (panic disorder, social anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder/worry) Specific Phobias, Illness Anxiety, OCD, PTSD and Trauma.
My availability is weekday evenings.
I am Emma, a BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, IPT (Interpersonal Therapy) Accredited Therapist and EMDR Practitioner working online only from Ipswich, Suffolk via Microsoft Teams or telephone. I have 15 years experience providing evidence based treatment to those experiencing common mental health problems. I offer a safe and supportive space where we can work together to achieve your goals. I offer treatment for individuals experiencing Depression, Anxiety Disorders (panic disorder, social anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder/worry) Specific Phobias, Illness Anxiety, OCD, PTSD and Trauma.
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How long does it typically take to get an appointment with a therapist?
Wait times for therapists in the UK vary widely depending on whether you go through the NHS or seek private care. Through the NHS, wait times typically range from a few weeks to several months depending on your area and the urgency of your referral. Private therapists are generally available much faster, often within a few days to a couple of weeks. Wait times also differ by therapist type. Counsellors tend to be more widely available than clinical psychologists, who hold a doctoral degree and are fewer in number. In addition, therapists who specialise in trauma, eating disorders, or child and adolescent therapy also tend to have longer wait times due to the limited number of professionals relative to demand.
What are my options if no therapists near me are accepting new patients right now?
If you are having difficulty finding a local therapist with availability, there are a few steps you can take. First, consider expanding your search to include online therapy, not just providers in your immediate geographic location. Online therapy has made it possible to see a licensed therapist in your area without needing to travel, and in many cases online providers have shorter wait times than local in-person practices. Second, your GP can serve as a helpful bridge while you wait. They can conduct an initial evaluation and, in some cases, connect you with local mental health services more quickly than a self-referral would. Third, if your symptoms feel urgent, community mental health services may be available regardless of your ability to pay for private care. They can offer psychiatric assessment, crisis intervention, and medication management to help stabilise your situation in the interim while you wait for a longer-term therapist.