Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Letchworth Garden City
I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist. I work with a range of people who have experienced adversity in life. I have worked in the NHS for 10 plus years. I currently work in the NHS supporting affected by the infected blood scandal and people with bleeding disorders.
My specialities include: supporting people who live with chronic health conditions and/or trauma.
I have seen a range of issues including: anxiety, depression, loss, weight issues, grief and trauma. I also work extensively with people from the LGBT+ community.
I am able support those who live with neurodivergence.
I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist. I work with a range of people who have experienced adversity in life. I have worked in the NHS for 10 plus years. I currently work in the NHS supporting affected by the infected blood scandal and people with bleeding disorders.
My specialities include: supporting people who live with chronic health conditions and/or trauma.
I have seen a range of issues including: anxiety, depression, loss, weight issues, grief and trauma. I also work extensively with people from the LGBT+ community.
I am able support those who live with neurodivergence.
Using approaches like Compassion-Focused Therapy, ACT, and coaching, I’ll help you uncover your strengths, reduce anxiety, and build confidence to create meaningful, lasting change.
Life is so beautiful, and life is so hard. Maybe, for you, it feels especially hard right now. On the outside, you might appear fine, but inside, you’re overwhelmed. Anxiety, overthinking, or self-doubt could be holding you back, making it hard to focus or set goals. Sleep may feel impossible, leaving you exhausted and unmotivated. You want clarity, calm, and to reconnect with what matters most. You’re ready for change, even if you’re unsure where to start.
Using approaches like Compassion-Focused Therapy, ACT, and coaching, I’ll help you uncover your strengths, reduce anxiety, and build confidence to create meaningful, lasting change.
Life is so beautiful, and life is so hard. Maybe, for you, it feels especially hard right now. On the outside, you might appear fine, but inside, you’re overwhelmed. Anxiety, overthinking, or self-doubt could be holding you back, making it hard to focus or set goals. Sleep may feel impossible, leaving you exhausted and unmotivated. You want clarity, calm, and to reconnect with what matters most. You’re ready for change, even if you’re unsure where to start.
I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, I have experience working in helping clients with anxiety disorders, depression, relational issues, trauma and family conflicts. I believe you are the expert of your story and the aim of the work is assisting you in taking the steps towards change. I am here to support and empower people in that journey, walking alongside them. My clinical experience spans across post natal services, IAPT, Specialist CAMHS and private practice. I am an Associate for RDA Psychology Practice and am available to offer therapy in Hitchin, Ware and Online.
I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, I have experience working in helping clients with anxiety disorders, depression, relational issues, trauma and family conflicts. I believe you are the expert of your story and the aim of the work is assisting you in taking the steps towards change. I am here to support and empower people in that journey, walking alongside them. My clinical experience spans across post natal services, IAPT, Specialist CAMHS and private practice. I am an Associate for RDA Psychology Practice and am available to offer therapy in Hitchin, Ware and Online.
I specialise in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, cultural issues, work-related stress, and living with illness. We all face times when we feel confused, stuck or unsure about what to do. During these difficult or uncertain times talking to someone who listens, yet has distance from the issue, can really help. Asking for support is not a sign of weakness. It takes courage to focus on ourselves so that we can find solutions, make changes, and move forwards. I offer compassionate, non-judgmental, confidential yet proactive therapy in a safe and supportive space. I work in the evenings and weekends.
I specialise in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, cultural issues, work-related stress, and living with illness. We all face times when we feel confused, stuck or unsure about what to do. During these difficult or uncertain times talking to someone who listens, yet has distance from the issue, can really help. Asking for support is not a sign of weakness. It takes courage to focus on ourselves so that we can find solutions, make changes, and move forwards. I offer compassionate, non-judgmental, confidential yet proactive therapy in a safe and supportive space. I work in the evenings and weekends.
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Hello I’m Joanna
I am trained as a therapist and coach and I combine the two to offer a solution focused approach. My specialities are working with anxiety and confidence but I also work with workplace coaching, stress reduction, childhood trauma and relationship issues.
I offer online and face to face sessions in W1. A lot of my clients are from the creative industry and I also have a wealth of experience with ADHD/ASD clients.
If what I offer sounds beneficial to you, contact me for a free 30 minute consultation that will give you a chance to ask questions and see if I am the right fit for you.
Hello I’m Joanna
I am trained as a therapist and coach and I combine the two to offer a solution focused approach. My specialities are working with anxiety and confidence but I also work with workplace coaching, stress reduction, childhood trauma and relationship issues.
I offer online and face to face sessions in W1. A lot of my clients are from the creative industry and I also have a wealth of experience with ADHD/ASD clients.
If what I offer sounds beneficial to you, contact me for a free 30 minute consultation that will give you a chance to ask questions and see if I am the right fit for you.
Are you existing rather than living?
Not fulfilling your potential?
Is your anxiety holding you back from a more rewarding life?
Therapeutic Coaching could be just the answer. This blends talk therapy with CBT life-coaching techniques to help people heal & thrive.
Who Can It help?
Anyone needing coping strategies for anxiety, relationship issues, grief or ADHD or anyone struggling to feel any joy or hope.
What to Expect:
Honest conversation, a focus on your strengths & values and gentle challenge about negative beliefs. Once you find 'you' again the coaching can open the way towards living the life you were meant to have.
Are you existing rather than living?
Not fulfilling your potential?
Is your anxiety holding you back from a more rewarding life?
Therapeutic Coaching could be just the answer. This blends talk therapy with CBT life-coaching techniques to help people heal & thrive.
Who Can It help?
Anyone needing coping strategies for anxiety, relationship issues, grief or ADHD or anyone struggling to feel any joy or hope.
What to Expect:
Honest conversation, a focus on your strengths & values and gentle challenge about negative beliefs. Once you find 'you' again the coaching can open the way towards living the life you were meant to have.
Past experiences can shape how we feel, think, and behave—sometimes for years after the events themselves. If you’re a man carrying the weight of trauma, you may be struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, or flashbacks. You might feel stuck, frustrated, or caught in patterns that no longer serve you. You're not alone—and you don’t have to figure this out by yourself.
I provide a safe, confidential space to explore and make sense of what happened to you, without judgment. Together, we’ll work to manage the emotional and physical impact of trauma, and rebuild your confidence, clarity, and ability to cope.
Past experiences can shape how we feel, think, and behave—sometimes for years after the events themselves. If you’re a man carrying the weight of trauma, you may be struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, or flashbacks. You might feel stuck, frustrated, or caught in patterns that no longer serve you. You're not alone—and you don’t have to figure this out by yourself.
I provide a safe, confidential space to explore and make sense of what happened to you, without judgment. Together, we’ll work to manage the emotional and physical impact of trauma, and rebuild your confidence, clarity, and ability to cope.
Hi I’m Alan Garber, an accredited CBT therapist dedicated to guiding individuals through their well-being journeys with empathy, compassion, and professional expertise. Utilising the principles of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), I provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to improve their emotional, cognitive, and behavioural well-being. My therapeutic practice is enriched by a diverse background, including my experience as a hospital chaplain. This role deepened my appreciation for the significant role spiritual and emotional support plays in the healing process.
Hi I’m Alan Garber, an accredited CBT therapist dedicated to guiding individuals through their well-being journeys with empathy, compassion, and professional expertise. Utilising the principles of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), I provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to improve their emotional, cognitive, and behavioural well-being. My therapeutic practice is enriched by a diverse background, including my experience as a hospital chaplain. This role deepened my appreciation for the significant role spiritual and emotional support plays in the healing process.
My clinical practice is rooted in a systemic and trauma-informed approach, and I draw upon a number of evidence-based therapeutic models in therapy, including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
In therapy, I aim to provide a safe and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about the challenges you may be facing – whether that’s anxiety, depression, self-criticism, relationship difficulties, or the aftermath of trauma. Together, we’ll explore your experiences with curiosity and compassion, helping you understand both what may have triggered these difficulties and what keeps them feeling stuck. We will also work towards meaningful goals that help you overcome these difficulties. In doing so, I hope to help you reconnect with your sense of agency and resilience, and with the important things you value in life.
My clinical practice is rooted in a systemic and trauma-informed approach, and I draw upon a number of evidence-based therapeutic models in therapy, including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
In therapy, I aim to provide a safe and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about the challenges you may be facing – whether that’s anxiety, depression, self-criticism, relationship difficulties, or the aftermath of trauma. Together, we’ll explore your experiences with curiosity and compassion, helping you understand both what may have triggered these difficulties and what keeps them feeling stuck. We will also work towards meaningful goals that help you overcome these difficulties. In doing so, I hope to help you reconnect with your sense of agency and resilience, and with the important things you value in life.
I am Dr. Uzaina, a Practitioner Counselling Psychologist with over a decade of experience in evidence-based therapies, including CBT, trauma-informed care, Autism and ADHD assessments. I specialize in supporting individuals, families, and neurodiverse children.
My ideal client seeks support for challenges like anxiety, trauma, or parenting a neurodiverse child. They want a safe space to explore struggles, gain tools, and build resilience.
I empower clients to overcome obstacles, break unhelpful patterns, and achieve meaningful change in a supportive and collaborative environment. Let’s take the first step together.
I am Dr. Uzaina, a Practitioner Counselling Psychologist with over a decade of experience in evidence-based therapies, including CBT, trauma-informed care, Autism and ADHD assessments. I specialize in supporting individuals, families, and neurodiverse children.
My ideal client seeks support for challenges like anxiety, trauma, or parenting a neurodiverse child. They want a safe space to explore struggles, gain tools, and build resilience.
I empower clients to overcome obstacles, break unhelpful patterns, and achieve meaningful change in a supportive and collaborative environment. Let’s take the first step together.
I focus mainly on enhancing an individual's self worth and values. Being valued as a person, without being judged, can help an individual to accept who they are, and reconnect with their own inner strength. I practice an integrative model of therapy. I am a Humanistic Psychotherapist. My counselling experience focuses on Person-Centred Counselling
I focus mainly on enhancing an individual's self worth and values. Being valued as a person, without being judged, can help an individual to accept who they are, and reconnect with their own inner strength. I practice an integrative model of therapy. I am a Humanistic Psychotherapist. My counselling experience focuses on Person-Centred Counselling
R ACT and a senior qualified accredited hypnotherapist .
I have many years experience in helping people overcome and address a range of psychological issues and disorders.. Anxiety Depression ,Sexual issues , Trauma, Habits And Disorders Addiction, Stress ,Couples Therapy ,Systemic Family Therapy C.B.T
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R ACT and a senior qualified accredited hypnotherapist .
I have many years experience in helping people overcome and address a range of psychological issues and disorders.. Anxiety Depression ,Sexual issues , Trauma, Habits And Disorders Addiction, Stress ,Couples Therapy ,Systemic Family Therapy C.B.T
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I am a highly specialist OCD therapist, offering expert CBT with Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), alongside ACT & Compassion Focused Therapy.
You may have an idea of what you’d like support with, but it can be hard to define how you’re feeling. An initial assessment helps us unpack your difficulties and create a clear treatment plan. With 22 years’ experience, I help people with OCD, emetophobia, health anxiety, social anxiety, phobias, worry, panic disorder, BDD, body-focused repetitive behaviours (e.g. trichotillomania), depression, low self-esteem, perfectionism, stress and insomnia. I also have a strong understanding of neurodivergence and how this interacts with mental health. Many difficulties can overlap, but I can help you understand the links and where to start.
I am a highly specialist OCD therapist, offering expert CBT with Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), alongside ACT & Compassion Focused Therapy.
You may have an idea of what you’d like support with, but it can be hard to define how you’re feeling. An initial assessment helps us unpack your difficulties and create a clear treatment plan. With 22 years’ experience, I help people with OCD, emetophobia, health anxiety, social anxiety, phobias, worry, panic disorder, BDD, body-focused repetitive behaviours (e.g. trichotillomania), depression, low self-esteem, perfectionism, stress and insomnia. I also have a strong understanding of neurodivergence and how this interacts with mental health. Many difficulties can overlap, but I can help you understand the links and where to start.
Feeling overwhelmed, lost or constantly on edge? Communication breaking down in your relationship, or feeling like you can't break old patterns? I've been there and I've helped so many other's who have too. This is a space where you can breathe, talk freely and start to feel like yourself again. To be heard and understood. I bring my true self to sessions, focusing on building a therapeutic relationship where you feel safe and comfortable to be fully you too.
Feeling overwhelmed, lost or constantly on edge? Communication breaking down in your relationship, or feeling like you can't break old patterns? I've been there and I've helped so many other's who have too. This is a space where you can breathe, talk freely and start to feel like yourself again. To be heard and understood. I bring my true self to sessions, focusing on building a therapeutic relationship where you feel safe and comfortable to be fully you too.
She is experience in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, CBT, Mindfulness and Creative methods and is trained in Process Oriented Psychotherapy.
Delivering a warm and compassionate approach, Vanessa will work with you to formulate the best way forward, tailoring a unique program to meaningfully support you. Her approach to supporting wellness and good mental health is further informed by society and culture studies, philosophy, and an interest in nutrition and neuroscience.
She is experience in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, CBT, Mindfulness and Creative methods and is trained in Process Oriented Psychotherapy.
Delivering a warm and compassionate approach, Vanessa will work with you to formulate the best way forward, tailoring a unique program to meaningfully support you. Her approach to supporting wellness and good mental health is further informed by society and culture studies, philosophy, and an interest in nutrition and neuroscience.
Hello! My name is Nafiseh and I am an integrative counsellor registered with the BACP. I hold a BSc in Counselling, accredited by the BACP, from the University of East London (UEL). As an integrative counsellor, I have training in a variety of counselling approaches, such as Psychodynamic, Person-centred, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential therapy, and Pluralistic counselling. During our sessions, we can thoroughly explore and decide together which approach will work best for your individual needs and expectations. I offer short-term and long-term therapy, depending on what the most beneficial option for you is.
Hello! My name is Nafiseh and I am an integrative counsellor registered with the BACP. I hold a BSc in Counselling, accredited by the BACP, from the University of East London (UEL). As an integrative counsellor, I have training in a variety of counselling approaches, such as Psychodynamic, Person-centred, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential therapy, and Pluralistic counselling. During our sessions, we can thoroughly explore and decide together which approach will work best for your individual needs and expectations. I offer short-term and long-term therapy, depending on what the most beneficial option for you is.
I'm trained in CBT, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Compassion Focused Therapy.
I’m a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist who supports teenagers and adults to tackle mental health challenges, build coping skills, and feel more hopeful as they look to the future. I help clients to achieve positive change in experiences such as: anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, interpersonal difficulties, demotivation, and intense fluctuation in emotions. Alongside my private practice, I'm an experienced clinician within National & Specialist CAMHS at the Maudsley. This NHS work with sixth formers makes me ideally suited to working with clients as they navigate academic, professional, social, and emotional crossroads.
I'm trained in CBT, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Compassion Focused Therapy.
I’m a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist who supports teenagers and adults to tackle mental health challenges, build coping skills, and feel more hopeful as they look to the future. I help clients to achieve positive change in experiences such as: anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, interpersonal difficulties, demotivation, and intense fluctuation in emotions. Alongside my private practice, I'm an experienced clinician within National & Specialist CAMHS at the Maudsley. This NHS work with sixth formers makes me ideally suited to working with clients as they navigate academic, professional, social, and emotional crossroads.
It is not uncommon to reach a point in life where you feel you need to reach out for help and talk about what is going on for you in a safe space without the fear of being judged, not being taken seriously and with someone who is trained to help you. It doesn't matter how problematic your life is or what form, or size (small, medium or big) the problems or challenges in your life take, if they are causing you to suffer and be unhappy then I can help you explore them, move forwards and grow at a pace that works for you.
It is not uncommon to reach a point in life where you feel you need to reach out for help and talk about what is going on for you in a safe space without the fear of being judged, not being taken seriously and with someone who is trained to help you. It doesn't matter how problematic your life is or what form, or size (small, medium or big) the problems or challenges in your life take, if they are causing you to suffer and be unhappy then I can help you explore them, move forwards and grow at a pace that works for you.
We can all experience difficult times in our lives that throw us off course. Sometimes we can also feel that we are operating at 100 miles an hour but getting nowhere fast. Stressed and burnt out you can’t seem to focus properly and day to day living can feel too much, affecting your ability to cope. You can feel so alone and misunderstood, trapped within a vicious cycle of negative thinking and self-criticism. Anxiety, depression and low self-esteem can keep you in a dark place. However, with help and support you can begin to break free and focus on your own needs.
We can all experience difficult times in our lives that throw us off course. Sometimes we can also feel that we are operating at 100 miles an hour but getting nowhere fast. Stressed and burnt out you can’t seem to focus properly and day to day living can feel too much, affecting your ability to cope. You can feel so alone and misunderstood, trapped within a vicious cycle of negative thinking and self-criticism. Anxiety, depression and low self-esteem can keep you in a dark place. However, with help and support you can begin to break free and focus on your own needs.
I want to sit with you as you reconnect with your inner strength, build resilience, and move toward a life that makes sense to you, meaningful, balanced, and truly your own. Starting counselling can feel daunting, I want you to know that you don’t have to have everything figured out before you start, I didn't. You simply need a space where you are seen, heard, and respected, exactly as you are. Therapy doesn't work because I have the 'right' answers, it works because over time, we work together building a safe theraputic relationship, which allows difficult feelings, thoughts and experiences to be explored at your pace.
I want to sit with you as you reconnect with your inner strength, build resilience, and move toward a life that makes sense to you, meaningful, balanced, and truly your own. Starting counselling can feel daunting, I want you to know that you don’t have to have everything figured out before you start, I didn't. You simply need a space where you are seen, heard, and respected, exactly as you are. Therapy doesn't work because I have the 'right' answers, it works because over time, we work together building a safe theraputic relationship, which allows difficult feelings, thoughts and experiences to be explored at your pace.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counsellors
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.