Counselling in Kington

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Dr Julie Hare
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 18 years post qualified experience in the NHS. I am experienced in using psychological therapies to help individuals, couples, families and older people presenting with a wide range of mental health distress. I am interested in issues around self esteem/identity/culture, childhood neglect, trauma, difficult relationships, mood problems and managing long term health conditions. I also work with adults with ASD/ADHD. In addition to working with distress I offer ‘life reflection’ sessions for individuals who just need a space to ‘pause’ and think about their wellbeing, and for self development.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 18 years post qualified experience in the NHS. I am experienced in using psychological therapies to help individuals, couples, families and older people presenting with a wide range of mental health distress. I am interested in issues around self esteem/identity/culture, childhood neglect, trauma, difficult relationships, mood problems and managing long term health conditions. I also work with adults with ASD/ADHD. In addition to working with distress I offer ‘life reflection’ sessions for individuals who just need a space to ‘pause’ and think about their wellbeing, and for self development.
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Szilvia Kovács
Psychologist, DCounsPsych
Online Only
You may feel a strong urge to change but don`t know how or where to start; online counselling can be your first step. Perhaps you feel things are just not right and should and could be better. You may have recognised the problem and acknowledged you need someone to lead you through this. I am here to help you if you would like to work together.
You may feel a strong urge to change but don`t know how or where to start; online counselling can be your first step. Perhaps you feel things are just not right and should and could be better. You may have recognised the problem and acknowledged you need someone to lead you through this. I am here to help you if you would like to work together.
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Becky Webb
Counsellor, MSc
1 Endorsed
Kington HR5
Are you struggling to meet the needs of your child and family? Are you looking for support for your child to help them manage difficulties they are facing? I am passionate about working therapeutically with children and families to help them to develop the skills and confidence they need to overcome challenges they are facing. In my practice I use an attachment-informed, child-centred approach that builds on children's natural use of play as a means to explore their feelings and emotional difficulties. I have many years experience of supporting children and families and love seeing them grow and change through therapy .
Are you struggling to meet the needs of your child and family? Are you looking for support for your child to help them manage difficulties they are facing? I am passionate about working therapeutically with children and families to help them to develop the skills and confidence they need to overcome challenges they are facing. In my practice I use an attachment-informed, child-centred approach that builds on children's natural use of play as a means to explore their feelings and emotional difficulties. I have many years experience of supporting children and families and love seeing them grow and change through therapy .
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Dr Maria Love
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Welcome, you may have arrived here feeling somewhat overwhelmed as you look for the support you need. Specialist psychological therapy may offer you helpful and meaningful ways of understanding your difficulties as well as resources and ways of coping to support you to move towards your valued direction for your mental health and wellbeing. Many people experience trauma reactions following highly stressful and distressing experiences in their life. You may be struggling to make sense of and cope with what has happened to you and the ways that this affects how you think, feel, behave and your relationships.
Welcome, you may have arrived here feeling somewhat overwhelmed as you look for the support you need. Specialist psychological therapy may offer you helpful and meaningful ways of understanding your difficulties as well as resources and ways of coping to support you to move towards your valued direction for your mental health and wellbeing. Many people experience trauma reactions following highly stressful and distressing experiences in their life. You may be struggling to make sense of and cope with what has happened to you and the ways that this affects how you think, feel, behave and your relationships.
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Dr Wendy Nicholls
Psychologist, PhD, AFBPSsS
Serves Area
Escape the diet trap and find lasting weight loss with me. You may have tried many different diets, but can never do them for long, or regain the weight you have lost. You are not on your own; Diets do not work in the long term. In fact, going on a strict ‘diet’ can lead to yo-yo dieting and weight gain. Some people find they start a diet as many as 5 or 6 times a year, and people do on average 126 fad diets across their lifetime. How much time, energy, money, and effort is that? I can help you get out of the dieting cycle for good, by helping you to find what works for you, and a method of sticking at it.
Escape the diet trap and find lasting weight loss with me. You may have tried many different diets, but can never do them for long, or regain the weight you have lost. You are not on your own; Diets do not work in the long term. In fact, going on a strict ‘diet’ can lead to yo-yo dieting and weight gain. Some people find they start a diet as many as 5 or 6 times a year, and people do on average 126 fad diets across their lifetime. How much time, energy, money, and effort is that? I can help you get out of the dieting cycle for good, by helping you to find what works for you, and a method of sticking at it.
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Lisa Massey
Counsellor, MBACP
Your reasons for seeking counselling could reflect patterns and themes such as feeling stuck in your life, experiencing difficulties, loss, relationship changes, emotional trauma, sexual violence or physical abuse. I will work alongside you at your pace, in an honest and empathic way
Your reasons for seeking counselling could reflect patterns and themes such as feeling stuck in your life, experiencing difficulties, loss, relationship changes, emotional trauma, sexual violence or physical abuse. I will work alongside you at your pace, in an honest and empathic way
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Janet Talbot
Counsellor, MBACP
I will help you or you and your partner, discover why you do the things you do, feel and think how you do and behave the way you do. I will NOT judge you, pressurise you or ridicule you. You are my priority and I will work at your pace drawing on all my training and life experience to help you understand yourself fully, as individuals or partners, only then can change take place (if you want it to). I will use my founding in Person-Centred Counselling, as well as my experience of other modalities, to work with you. I will help you find the answers you are looking for. During this process you will grow and change the way you are.
I will help you or you and your partner, discover why you do the things you do, feel and think how you do and behave the way you do. I will NOT judge you, pressurise you or ridicule you. You are my priority and I will work at your pace drawing on all my training and life experience to help you understand yourself fully, as individuals or partners, only then can change take place (if you want it to). I will use my founding in Person-Centred Counselling, as well as my experience of other modalities, to work with you. I will help you find the answers you are looking for. During this process you will grow and change the way you are.
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Daniel Stokes
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Online Only
Sometimes, words aren’t enough to work through what’s troubling us. Art Therapy is a powerful, effective method of exploring and processing our more difficult thoughts and experiences, and can be used to address a range of mental health issues such as anxiety, low mood, interpersonal difficulties and issues related to identity and self-esteem.
Sometimes, words aren’t enough to work through what’s troubling us. Art Therapy is a powerful, effective method of exploring and processing our more difficult thoughts and experiences, and can be used to address a range of mental health issues such as anxiety, low mood, interpersonal difficulties and issues related to identity and self-esteem.
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Rebecca Lacey
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello. If you are nervous about coming to seek support, but want to discover more about yourself and your struggles, I can offer you a non-judgemental supportive relationship, where you are welcomed and accepted for who you are and what you bring. If you find yourself stuck in patterns that you wish to change, or held back by fears or feelings of despair, I can offer a warm, consistent relationship and a safe space to explore how you might discover new freedoms and choices.
Hello. If you are nervous about coming to seek support, but want to discover more about yourself and your struggles, I can offer you a non-judgemental supportive relationship, where you are welcomed and accepted for who you are and what you bring. If you find yourself stuck in patterns that you wish to change, or held back by fears or feelings of despair, I can offer a warm, consistent relationship and a safe space to explore how you might discover new freedoms and choices.
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Photo of Liara Saffir - Trauma & Neurological Disorder Specialist - FND, MA
FND is very real yet often dismisssed in medical settings. It can stem from inherited stress response, life shocks or repeated traumatic experiences. It may present as tremors, seizures, paralysis, confusion & other sensory alterations, or just chronic pain. Talk therapy alone is not enough! Nor must you be walked through traumatic experiences (which makes the side effects worse. We will engage in body emersion to locate buried feelings that disturb your nervous system without your awareness. I have seen remarkable improvement with extreme movement disorders after just a few months. I walk with you in this repair journey.
FND is very real yet often dismisssed in medical settings. It can stem from inherited stress response, life shocks or repeated traumatic experiences. It may present as tremors, seizures, paralysis, confusion & other sensory alterations, or just chronic pain. Talk therapy alone is not enough! Nor must you be walked through traumatic experiences (which makes the side effects worse. We will engage in body emersion to locate buried feelings that disturb your nervous system without your awareness. I have seen remarkable improvement with extreme movement disorders after just a few months. I walk with you in this repair journey.
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Photo of Lisa Wilson, Counsellor, MSc
Lisa Wilson
Counsellor, MSc
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have extensive experience working with primary school aged children using play and creative arts to explore difficult experiences. Through Play Therapy, children can express themselves in a safe and accepting environment, working towards understanding their emotions, and making sense of their life experiences. Therapy starts with a meeting with the adults around the child so that I can understand concerns and gain an insight into the child's history and support system.
I have extensive experience working with primary school aged children using play and creative arts to explore difficult experiences. Through Play Therapy, children can express themselves in a safe and accepting environment, working towards understanding their emotions, and making sense of their life experiences. Therapy starts with a meeting with the adults around the child so that I can understand concerns and gain an insight into the child's history and support system.
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Heather Murray - Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Have things come to a point in your life where it just feels really difficult to carry on? Do you find that you are anxious, worrying over the future, and fretting about decisions that need to be made? Do your thoughts drift repeatedly into the past, perhaps returning you to trauma or disappointment? Would you really like to be listened to with care and attention? Perhaps it is not advise that you need, just the opportunity to share what you’re going through, and find ways to feel better, more resilient and more able to cope. Perhaps you just want to feel more contented and at peace.
Have things come to a point in your life where it just feels really difficult to carry on? Do you find that you are anxious, worrying over the future, and fretting about decisions that need to be made? Do your thoughts drift repeatedly into the past, perhaps returning you to trauma or disappointment? Would you really like to be listened to with care and attention? Perhaps it is not advise that you need, just the opportunity to share what you’re going through, and find ways to feel better, more resilient and more able to cope. Perhaps you just want to feel more contented and at peace.
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Lou Padian
Counsellor, MBACP
HI, I'm Lou, I am passionate about helping people find themselves again. If you are going through a difficult time, don't be alone, we can face whatever you are struggling with together. I listen with an empathic approach offering reflection and support so that you are heard with high regard. I understand how challenging life can become and will support you in finding the power to achieve a more satisfying life. I believe everyone deserves to explore their feelings in a safe space feeling heard, understood and respected because I think each individual has their own answers. Enquiring about therapy is the first step to recovery.
HI, I'm Lou, I am passionate about helping people find themselves again. If you are going through a difficult time, don't be alone, we can face whatever you are struggling with together. I listen with an empathic approach offering reflection and support so that you are heard with high regard. I understand how challenging life can become and will support you in finding the power to achieve a more satisfying life. I believe everyone deserves to explore their feelings in a safe space feeling heard, understood and respected because I think each individual has their own answers. Enquiring about therapy is the first step to recovery.
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Alison Willett
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
Welcome! Clients I work with often struggle with not feeling good about themselves, problems with their different relationships, a need to always remain busy, overwhelming emotions or just not being able to find much happiness and pleasure from life. Sometimes the issue is clear for people but just as often, we can experience a sense of something being wrong and we just want it to change for us. As a counsellor and psychotherapist working in-person and online, I offer you the confidential space and empathic, professional support to explore and understand what's happening for you.
Welcome! Clients I work with often struggle with not feeling good about themselves, problems with their different relationships, a need to always remain busy, overwhelming emotions or just not being able to find much happiness and pleasure from life. Sometimes the issue is clear for people but just as often, we can experience a sense of something being wrong and we just want it to change for us. As a counsellor and psychotherapist working in-person and online, I offer you the confidential space and empathic, professional support to explore and understand what's happening for you.
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HCK Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
How are you today? It can be difficult to really know or express what is happening for you. Life can feel complicated and scary at times and this can feel overwhelming. Being able share your concerns and thoughts free you up to make changes that can improve your emotional health. Counselling provides a space for for you to work on mind body and soul. What happens with our thoughts and emotions transfers to the body and vice versa. For an holistic approach to your well being I see you as a person not a set of issues. Anxiety, depression and Trauma affect the quality of life and our ability to live life to the fullest.
How are you today? It can be difficult to really know or express what is happening for you. Life can feel complicated and scary at times and this can feel overwhelming. Being able share your concerns and thoughts free you up to make changes that can improve your emotional health. Counselling provides a space for for you to work on mind body and soul. What happens with our thoughts and emotions transfers to the body and vice versa. For an holistic approach to your well being I see you as a person not a set of issues. Anxiety, depression and Trauma affect the quality of life and our ability to live life to the fullest.
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Hayley De-Niro
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Are you grappling with difficult emotions? Are you neurodivergent looking for a space to truly be yourself and process the complexity of living in world which doesn’t accommodate your needs. Struggling with anxiety, depression or stress? Perhaps you are repeating patterns such as people pleasing, leaving you feeling confused and stuck? Or are traumatic memories and feelings haunting you? These can be very tricky and painful emotions to navigate alone. My hope is that by the end of our work together you will feel able to cope with your emotions, developed a stronger sense of self and feel empowered to live your life authentically.
Are you grappling with difficult emotions? Are you neurodivergent looking for a space to truly be yourself and process the complexity of living in world which doesn’t accommodate your needs. Struggling with anxiety, depression or stress? Perhaps you are repeating patterns such as people pleasing, leaving you feeling confused and stuck? Or are traumatic memories and feelings haunting you? These can be very tricky and painful emotions to navigate alone. My hope is that by the end of our work together you will feel able to cope with your emotions, developed a stronger sense of self and feel empowered to live your life authentically.
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Photo of Dionne Rooney, Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Dionne Rooney
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
If you are looking for a relaxed but professional therapist to help you through your challenges and difficulties, and you want practical strategies to feel calmer as well as a listening ear, I invite you to get in touch with me today. I can support you with the techniques and space to feel calmer and find clarity. I have many years experience supporting adults and children with challenging family dynamics, worries, change, loss, and anxiety. I also have a keen interest in supporting women as my specialism (including change, depression, transitions, family, work, past trauma). I work mainly with women and children/young people.
If you are looking for a relaxed but professional therapist to help you through your challenges and difficulties, and you want practical strategies to feel calmer as well as a listening ear, I invite you to get in touch with me today. I can support you with the techniques and space to feel calmer and find clarity. I have many years experience supporting adults and children with challenging family dynamics, worries, change, loss, and anxiety. I also have a keen interest in supporting women as my specialism (including change, depression, transitions, family, work, past trauma). I work mainly with women and children/young people.
01684 211756 View 01684 211756
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Fran Cruse
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
I am qualified and experienced in working with adults, children and teenagers. Circumstances such as loss, trauma, stress and anxiety, relationships and work can present challenges that feel overwhelming and difficult to navigate. In our sessions I offer a compassionate, non-judgemental, supportive space for you to explore, find meanings and discover ways forward.
I am qualified and experienced in working with adults, children and teenagers. Circumstances such as loss, trauma, stress and anxiety, relationships and work can present challenges that feel overwhelming and difficult to navigate. In our sessions I offer a compassionate, non-judgemental, supportive space for you to explore, find meanings and discover ways forward.
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Emma Tate
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello I'm Emma, an Integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, relocating, from May - August 2025 online only for this period. Coming alongside you, together we can take the steps which are important to you. Experiencing myself how therapy supports the most difficult times experienced in life. Whether it's the pain of grief, loss, trauma, anxiety, depression or you just feel lost or in a rut. Stuck in a cycle of unhealthy relationships, or patterns of behaviour that you want to change. I believe there are times we all need support to understand ourselves and look at how we perceive a changing world and where we fit into it.
Hello I'm Emma, an Integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, relocating, from May - August 2025 online only for this period. Coming alongside you, together we can take the steps which are important to you. Experiencing myself how therapy supports the most difficult times experienced in life. Whether it's the pain of grief, loss, trauma, anxiety, depression or you just feel lost or in a rut. Stuck in a cycle of unhealthy relationships, or patterns of behaviour that you want to change. I believe there are times we all need support to understand ourselves and look at how we perceive a changing world and where we fit into it.
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Lauren Grice-Lowe
Counsellor, MBACP
For so many of us, life can be challenging. You might feel anxious, depressed, frustrated, stuck, alone, angry, stressed, sad, or many of these at once, and I understand that it can sometimes be difficult opening up to family or friends. Perhaps you have had a recent change in your life that has brought on these feelings; maybe you feel you’d like to know more about yourself, or things might have been getting increasingly difficult for you over time. Whatever's going on for you, my role is to support you in working through your difficulties, helping you to strengthen and grow your coping mechanisms.
For so many of us, life can be challenging. You might feel anxious, depressed, frustrated, stuck, alone, angry, stressed, sad, or many of these at once, and I understand that it can sometimes be difficult opening up to family or friends. Perhaps you have had a recent change in your life that has brought on these feelings; maybe you feel you’d like to know more about yourself, or things might have been getting increasingly difficult for you over time. Whatever's going on for you, my role is to support you in working through your difficulties, helping you to strengthen and grow your coping mechanisms.
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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in Kington

< 10

Counsellors in Kington who prioritize treating:

75% Relationship Issues
75% Anxiety
75% Emotional Disturbance
75% Self Esteem
75% Stress
50% Depression
50% ADHD

Average years in practice

19 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

100% Aetna
100% Other
100% Aviva

How Counsellors in Kington see their clients

50% In Person and Online
50% Online Only

Gender breakdown

100% Female
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in Kington?

Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.

Learn more about how to find a therapist

Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?

Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Most Psychologists in the directory are accredited members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and/or are registered in the Health and Care Professions Council (HPCP).

Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.

What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?

Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in the UK. Psychologists have earned a degree in psychology and many are members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have completed a postgraduate qualification in a specialism. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a psychology degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the BACP or UKCP, they are required to have completed a training course as well as clinical and supervision hours.

What type of therapy is right for me?

The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.

How much does therapy cost?

The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the UK could be between £30 - £60 when seeing a counsellor and £60 - £150 and up when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.

What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?

Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.

If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.

Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?

Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.

Is online therapy a good option?

Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.

Are therapy sessions confidential?

Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the BACP, the UKCP, or BPS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there has been participation in a criminal act or act of terror, or if there is potential or known harm to the client or others, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.