Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counselling in Kettering

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Sarah J May
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Kettering NN16
I’m a qualified counsellor based in Kettering, offering a safe, non-judgmental space to explore challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, ADHD, ASD, relationship issues, and life transitions. Using a client-centered, empathetic approach, I tailor therapy to your needs, helping you build emotional resilience, improve coping skills, and foster healthier relationships. My goal is to support your healing journey, enhancing self-awareness and guiding you towards a more balanced, fulfilling life. We can work together to create lasting change.
I’m a qualified counsellor based in Kettering, offering a safe, non-judgmental space to explore challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, ADHD, ASD, relationship issues, and life transitions. Using a client-centered, empathetic approach, I tailor therapy to your needs, helping you build emotional resilience, improve coping skills, and foster healthier relationships. My goal is to support your healing journey, enhancing self-awareness and guiding you towards a more balanced, fulfilling life. We can work together to create lasting change.
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Counselling Alliance
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Kettering NN15
Welcome to Counselling Alliance. We are a professional team of counsellors and clinical supervisors with a wide range of experience in various different areas of mental health. We offer a welcoming environment to each of our clients and pride ourselves on our ethics, abilities, honesty and integrity. We offer support to clients struggling with areas, such as anxiety, stress, depression, relationship problems, low self-esteem, unhelpful patterns of behaviour, questioning your sense of self, bereavement, ADHD, ASD, LD & LGBTQIA.. If you don’t see your particular subject listed, don’t worry just get in touch!!
Welcome to Counselling Alliance. We are a professional team of counsellors and clinical supervisors with a wide range of experience in various different areas of mental health. We offer a welcoming environment to each of our clients and pride ourselves on our ethics, abilities, honesty and integrity. We offer support to clients struggling with areas, such as anxiety, stress, depression, relationship problems, low self-esteem, unhelpful patterns of behaviour, questioning your sense of self, bereavement, ADHD, ASD, LD & LGBTQIA.. If you don’t see your particular subject listed, don’t worry just get in touch!!
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Kimberly - TomlinsonTalks
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Online Only
Every therapy session will more than likely be a journey. Emotions run high because feeling and memories emerge that you may have not been prepared for so it's important that you feel comfortable, safe and supported. The therapy session should be a judgement free zone where you are listened to but also challenged while your boundaries are respected. You shouldn't feel the need to filter yourself, let it be your time for expression because that time is solely about you and how you're feeling. Not every session will leave you feeling emotionally raw because therapy is as much about your good days as it is your bad. Enjoy the process.
Every therapy session will more than likely be a journey. Emotions run high because feeling and memories emerge that you may have not been prepared for so it's important that you feel comfortable, safe and supported. The therapy session should be a judgement free zone where you are listened to but also challenged while your boundaries are respected. You shouldn't feel the need to filter yourself, let it be your time for expression because that time is solely about you and how you're feeling. Not every session will leave you feeling emotionally raw because therapy is as much about your good days as it is your bad. Enjoy the process.
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Wellbeing Co Therapy and Coaching
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I am Fungai. I offer evidence based psychological therapies in line with NICE guidelines for the treatment of anxiety presentations (generalised anxiety disorder, low self-esteem, panic, health anxiety, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, childhood sexual abuse/ neglect, long health terms conditions and obsessive compulsive disorder) and depression. The problem does not have to diagnosed, it can be factors contributing to mental distress such as work stress and overwhelm, finances, bullying, gender identity, relationship difficulties, bereavement, discrimination, neurodiversity, and racism.
Hi, I am Fungai. I offer evidence based psychological therapies in line with NICE guidelines for the treatment of anxiety presentations (generalised anxiety disorder, low self-esteem, panic, health anxiety, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, childhood sexual abuse/ neglect, long health terms conditions and obsessive compulsive disorder) and depression. The problem does not have to diagnosed, it can be factors contributing to mental distress such as work stress and overwhelm, finances, bullying, gender identity, relationship difficulties, bereavement, discrimination, neurodiversity, and racism.
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Janette Houghton
Psychotherapist
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a Psychotherapist and Supervisor and work with people, both neurotypical and neurodiverse, to resolve whatever challenges they are facing. I am trained in proven, effective techniques to deal with a wide range of issues including addiction, phobias and trauma as well as anxiety, depression and many others. I am trained in hypnotherapy which is an invaluable tool for bringing about permanent change. Client: "Janette has liberated me from the pain and misery that has dogged me for decades and am beginning to enjoy life."
I am a Psychotherapist and Supervisor and work with people, both neurotypical and neurodiverse, to resolve whatever challenges they are facing. I am trained in proven, effective techniques to deal with a wide range of issues including addiction, phobias and trauma as well as anxiety, depression and many others. I am trained in hypnotherapy which is an invaluable tool for bringing about permanent change. Client: "Janette has liberated me from the pain and misery that has dogged me for decades and am beginning to enjoy life."
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Gemma Pearson
Psychologist, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Do you ever find yourself falling into the same unhelpful patterns - relationships, working too much, health - but don't seem to be able to stop this? Do you ever feel distress, anxiety, depression or sadness that can feel uncontrollable? Have you suffered a recent trauma and need help for PTSD? As a psychologist with ten years experience offering therapy, often to individuals with complex needs, I am passionate about helping you to break your cycles and understand why they occur. This can include offering a safe space to explore any history of difficult experiences which you still feel effect you.
Do you ever find yourself falling into the same unhelpful patterns - relationships, working too much, health - but don't seem to be able to stop this? Do you ever feel distress, anxiety, depression or sadness that can feel uncontrollable? Have you suffered a recent trauma and need help for PTSD? As a psychologist with ten years experience offering therapy, often to individuals with complex needs, I am passionate about helping you to break your cycles and understand why they occur. This can include offering a safe space to explore any history of difficult experiences which you still feel effect you.
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Lisa Tilling
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
I am a qualified , experienced Integrative Psychotherapist, who can offer help and support to individuals / couples experiencing a range of issues. I understand how difficult it can be to decide to seek help and i hope to be able to work with you whatever the issue . I offer therapy in a comfortable and supportive environment and aim to help you achieve a more contented way of being in the world, and/ or better relationships . I aim to help my clients understand their own patterns of behaviour to enable solutions to be uncovered and changes to be made. I am also able to offer EMDR to enable the processing of trauma/ events
I am a qualified , experienced Integrative Psychotherapist, who can offer help and support to individuals / couples experiencing a range of issues. I understand how difficult it can be to decide to seek help and i hope to be able to work with you whatever the issue . I offer therapy in a comfortable and supportive environment and aim to help you achieve a more contented way of being in the world, and/ or better relationships . I aim to help my clients understand their own patterns of behaviour to enable solutions to be uncovered and changes to be made. I am also able to offer EMDR to enable the processing of trauma/ events
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Darren Clayson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
My goal is to help you experience the life-change you're looking for. This could be lower levels of distress, depression or anxiety. Or maybe you just feel your life lacks meaning right now. You want to change your future and find new direction. I help all kinds of people with all kinds of issues and you should never think that what you're feeling is unworthy of therapy. If you're looking at this site and feeling you need help, you have made the right decision and have made the first step toward realising the change in your life that you long for.
My goal is to help you experience the life-change you're looking for. This could be lower levels of distress, depression or anxiety. Or maybe you just feel your life lacks meaning right now. You want to change your future and find new direction. I help all kinds of people with all kinds of issues and you should never think that what you're feeling is unworthy of therapy. If you're looking at this site and feeling you need help, you have made the right decision and have made the first step toward realising the change in your life that you long for.
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Specialist Counselling Psychotherapy Young People
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Online Only
Helping Young People realise their full potential within an ever changing world. I have over 15 years experience in counselling young people in private practice, schools and colleges. I have successfully worked on anxiety prevention and lifting low mood. I have experience working with suicide ideation, family dynamics, dyspraxia, autism, self harming behaviours, sexuality and gender, exam pressure, bullying, OCD and many more. I consider that, at times, young people need additional emotional support outside of their family and friends network in order that they can achieve their full potential.
Helping Young People realise their full potential within an ever changing world. I have over 15 years experience in counselling young people in private practice, schools and colleges. I have successfully worked on anxiety prevention and lifting low mood. I have experience working with suicide ideation, family dynamics, dyspraxia, autism, self harming behaviours, sexuality and gender, exam pressure, bullying, OCD and many more. I consider that, at times, young people need additional emotional support outside of their family and friends network in order that they can achieve their full potential.
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Jake Brown
Verified Verified
Common areas of work include performance anxiety, self-confidence, emotional control, pre-performance routines, attentional control, mindfulness training, leadership skills and imagery training.
My studies in Sport Science (BSc) and Sport psychology (MSc) combined with my playing experiences at a high level across a number of sports (Football, Golf, Tennis, Cricket) place me in a good position to understand my clients needs. I have worked in 35+ sports across varying abilities and ages.
Common areas of work include performance anxiety, self-confidence, emotional control, pre-performance routines, attentional control, mindfulness training, leadership skills and imagery training.
My studies in Sport Science (BSc) and Sport psychology (MSc) combined with my playing experiences at a high level across a number of sports (Football, Golf, Tennis, Cricket) place me in a good position to understand my clients needs. I have worked in 35+ sports across varying abilities and ages.
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Alina Wazna
Counsellor, MSc, GMBPsS
Bedford MK40
English & Polish: Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or in need of someone to talk to? I support individuals, couples, and groups-anxiety, depression, grief, break up, stress. I offer warm and non-judgemental space. Osoby dorosłe zmagające się z lękiem, depresją, niską samooceną, stresem, PTSD, strat-żałoba, rozstanie. Będących w toksycznych relacjach, przechodzących kryzysy życiowe-np. emigracja, utrata pracy, choroba. Pary i małżeństwa zmagających się z problemami komunikacyjnymi, brakiem bliskości, zdradą, zazdrością. Dzieci i młodzież z problemami emocjonalnymi, lękami, trudnościami w relacjach z rówieśnikami lub w domu.
English & Polish: Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or in need of someone to talk to? I support individuals, couples, and groups-anxiety, depression, grief, break up, stress. I offer warm and non-judgemental space. Osoby dorosłe zmagające się z lękiem, depresją, niską samooceną, stresem, PTSD, strat-żałoba, rozstanie. Będących w toksycznych relacjach, przechodzących kryzysy życiowe-np. emigracja, utrata pracy, choroba. Pary i małżeństwa zmagających się z problemami komunikacyjnymi, brakiem bliskości, zdradą, zazdrością. Dzieci i młodzież z problemami emocjonalnymi, lękami, trudnościami w relacjach z rówieśnikami lub w domu.
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Heather Oddy
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Bedford MK43
Life can be a struggle and challenging at times, almost overwhelming where you need someone to talk to and explore the difficulties which you are experiencing in a safe and confidential space. Having 21 years experience supporting a wide range of people with varying problems I am committed and passionate about helping and supporting people through difficult life experiences and challenges. To learn about themselves, their motivations and choices, to develop their internal understanding and make positive changes towards finding a way forward in life.
Life can be a struggle and challenging at times, almost overwhelming where you need someone to talk to and explore the difficulties which you are experiencing in a safe and confidential space. Having 21 years experience supporting a wide range of people with varying problems I am committed and passionate about helping and supporting people through difficult life experiences and challenges. To learn about themselves, their motivations and choices, to develop their internal understanding and make positive changes towards finding a way forward in life.
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Julie Cooke
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Psychological Society (BPS). Since qualifying, I have specialised in providing psychological therapy to adults with a range of emotional, behavioural or relational difficulties. I have recently completed extensive training in Experiential Dynamic Therapy. Through developing a safe place to explore and play within therapy, I have seen how making space for feelings can help people to lead enriching, fulfilled lives in which they can fully seek and follow their needs, desires and motivations.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Psychological Society (BPS). Since qualifying, I have specialised in providing psychological therapy to adults with a range of emotional, behavioural or relational difficulties. I have recently completed extensive training in Experiential Dynamic Therapy. Through developing a safe place to explore and play within therapy, I have seen how making space for feelings can help people to lead enriching, fulfilled lives in which they can fully seek and follow their needs, desires and motivations.
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Lauren Sidhu
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Counselling can provide a space to slow down, reflect, and begin to understand what’s happening beneath the surface—in a way that respects your pace. I support healing from difficult thoughts and emotions, exploring the deeper roots of what you’re experiencing, and building practical tools to care for your wellbeing beyond counselling. My approach is holistic, integrative, and tailored to you, with the goal of creating sustainable wellbeing. I work with adults, young people, and couples. If you’re unsure about counselling, an initial session offers an opportunity to explore whether this feels like the right fit for you.
Counselling can provide a space to slow down, reflect, and begin to understand what’s happening beneath the surface—in a way that respects your pace. I support healing from difficult thoughts and emotions, exploring the deeper roots of what you’re experiencing, and building practical tools to care for your wellbeing beyond counselling. My approach is holistic, integrative, and tailored to you, with the goal of creating sustainable wellbeing. I work with adults, young people, and couples. If you’re unsure about counselling, an initial session offers an opportunity to explore whether this feels like the right fit for you.
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Anne Kariuki
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
My aim is to offer a safe space where we can explore whatever you choose to. Together we can work through any issues you may have. I believe that you are the expert on you and we can work towards a future you decide. ​ You may be facing some personal difficulties or struggles that you wish could be resolved. These might be a persistent low mood, a recurrent anxiety, a recent or past traumatic experience, a lack of meaning or direction in life, an anger issue, the loss of a loved one a relationship breakdown, a feeling of guilt or shame, a difficult life transition, or a more enduring and chronic mental health difficulty. ​
My aim is to offer a safe space where we can explore whatever you choose to. Together we can work through any issues you may have. I believe that you are the expert on you and we can work towards a future you decide. ​ You may be facing some personal difficulties or struggles that you wish could be resolved. These might be a persistent low mood, a recurrent anxiety, a recent or past traumatic experience, a lack of meaning or direction in life, an anger issue, the loss of a loved one a relationship breakdown, a feeling of guilt or shame, a difficult life transition, or a more enduring and chronic mental health difficulty. ​
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E Chahal
Verified Verified
Rugby CV22
We all face difficult times in life, sometimes those feelings can stay with us, getting in the way of how we want to live and what feels meaningful. Having a safe, supportive space can make it easier to understand what’s happening and find a way forward. I work with people who may feel overwhelmed by their emotions, find relationships challenging, or feel stuck. My expertise is grounded in evidence-based therapies, including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Schema Therapy and Reflective Practise all of which I draw upon to support you.
We all face difficult times in life, sometimes those feelings can stay with us, getting in the way of how we want to live and what feels meaningful. Having a safe, supportive space can make it easier to understand what’s happening and find a way forward. I work with people who may feel overwhelmed by their emotions, find relationships challenging, or feel stuck. My expertise is grounded in evidence-based therapies, including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Schema Therapy and Reflective Practise all of which I draw upon to support you.
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Cambridgeshire-NorthamptonshireCBT
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a caring, calm and passionate EMDR and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist who is a fully accredited member of the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Registered Mental Health Nurse. I can provide evidence-based psychological therapy to adults, children and adolescents. I am enhanced DBS checked and registered with the Information Commissioner's Office, in order to maintain data confidentiality .
I am a caring, calm and passionate EMDR and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist who is a fully accredited member of the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Registered Mental Health Nurse. I can provide evidence-based psychological therapy to adults, children and adolescents. I am enhanced DBS checked and registered with the Information Commissioner's Office, in order to maintain data confidentiality .
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Martin Middleton
Verified Verified
Burbage LE10
We work to replace negative thought patterns with realistic suggestions, foster self-awareness through mindfulness, and use hypnosis and Progressive Muscle Relaxation to reduce physical tension and racing thoughts and then rehearse successfully managing stressful situations.
If you suffer from anxiety, worry, or stress I can help you overcome these challenges. If you freeze in social setting, can't face the idea of speaking in public or would like to feel more confidence as you face what the world throws at you we can work together to find a different way. If you've ever thought to yourself "I'm a lost cause" or "nothing will work" just know that you're not alone feeling this way and I've seen first hand what positive lasting changes can be made. My first goal is to create a safe, non-judgemental space to explore your challenges and so we can work together on lasting change.
We work to replace negative thought patterns with realistic suggestions, foster self-awareness through mindfulness, and use hypnosis and Progressive Muscle Relaxation to reduce physical tension and racing thoughts and then rehearse successfully managing stressful situations.
If you suffer from anxiety, worry, or stress I can help you overcome these challenges. If you freeze in social setting, can't face the idea of speaking in public or would like to feel more confidence as you face what the world throws at you we can work together to find a different way. If you've ever thought to yourself "I'm a lost cause" or "nothing will work" just know that you're not alone feeling this way and I've seen first hand what positive lasting changes can be made. My first goal is to create a safe, non-judgemental space to explore your challenges and so we can work together on lasting change.
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Alexandra Dent
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Oakham LE15
I specialise in working with trauma, mindfulness and helping people to live a heart led and more authentic life.
I am an experienced Registered and Chartered Clinical Psychologist, EMDR Europe Accredited Consultant and Training Facilitator and published author, working with children & adolescents, adults & families. I have over 25 years clinical experience. I developed Heart Led Psychotherapy (HLP) in 2018 to facilitate individuals to live a more heart-led and authentic life as she felt this was missing in many traditional psychotherapies. I offer HLP as part of my treatment package (including in combination with EMDR) for individuals who are keen to find more authenticity in different areas of their lives. Website: www.alexandradent.co.uk
I specialise in working with trauma, mindfulness and helping people to live a heart led and more authentic life.
I am an experienced Registered and Chartered Clinical Psychologist, EMDR Europe Accredited Consultant and Training Facilitator and published author, working with children & adolescents, adults & families. I have over 25 years clinical experience. I developed Heart Led Psychotherapy (HLP) in 2018 to facilitate individuals to live a more heart-led and authentic life as she felt this was missing in many traditional psychotherapies. I offer HLP as part of my treatment package (including in combination with EMDR) for individuals who are keen to find more authenticity in different areas of their lives. Website: www.alexandradent.co.uk
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Patricia Downing
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
My training was broad and based on a variety of therapeutic approaches, plus over the years I have trained to facilitate mindfulness courses and also in EMDR therapy, so I can bring some specific approaches as well as elements from CBT and other techniques.
I am based in Stewkley, 5 miles from Leighton Buzzard, about 10 miles from Aylesbury and Milton Keynes. A quiet village location, with a welcoming and private therapy space. You may be looking for a counsellor/psychotherapist who can work with you if you are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma symptoms, relationship issues or major life changes...with a range of skills and almost 20 years experience of offering therapy, I can provide a safe space to explore and make sense of these challenges. I am also a 'climate aware' therapist, involved in facilitating climate cafe listening circles.
My training was broad and based on a variety of therapeutic approaches, plus over the years I have trained to facilitate mindfulness courses and also in EMDR therapy, so I can bring some specific approaches as well as elements from CBT and other techniques.
I am based in Stewkley, 5 miles from Leighton Buzzard, about 10 miles from Aylesbury and Milton Keynes. A quiet village location, with a welcoming and private therapy space. You may be looking for a counsellor/psychotherapist who can work with you if you are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma symptoms, relationship issues or major life changes...with a range of skills and almost 20 years experience of offering therapy, I can provide a safe space to explore and make sense of these challenges. I am also a 'climate aware' therapist, involved in facilitating climate cafe listening circles.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counsellors

How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.

When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?

If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behaviour through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?

This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.

Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.