Counselling in Liskeard
There are times when you may feel overwhelmed by life and have a sense of repeating patterns or of feeling 'stuck'. Sometimes you might feel confused or depressed and you want to understand why you feel that way and wonder whether you could ever feel any different. Sometimes you may not feel understood by others around you and just want to be able to help them understand.
There are times when you may feel overwhelmed by life and have a sense of repeating patterns or of feeling 'stuck'. Sometimes you might feel confused or depressed and you want to understand why you feel that way and wonder whether you could ever feel any different. Sometimes you may not feel understood by others around you and just want to be able to help them understand.
As we move through life we will experience many changes, some for the better, some leaving us with feelings that may start to impact on other areas of our lives. It can feel very scary when suddenly things that didn't used to worry or distress us seem now to be a problem. Or it could be that you just need to understand why you feel the way you do about certain situation. We can feel lonely and isolated within the problem, this is when counselling can give you the space to explore what is causing the problem without the advice or direction that family and friends can sometime give.
As we move through life we will experience many changes, some for the better, some leaving us with feelings that may start to impact on other areas of our lives. It can feel very scary when suddenly things that didn't used to worry or distress us seem now to be a problem. Or it could be that you just need to understand why you feel the way you do about certain situation. We can feel lonely and isolated within the problem, this is when counselling can give you the space to explore what is causing the problem without the advice or direction that family and friends can sometime give.
You may be feeling stuck in familiar emotional patterns, despite having insight into yourself. Perhaps you appear to cope on the outside, but inside feel anxious, unsure of who you are, or weighed down by past experiences or relationships. You might struggle with self-esteem, people-pleasing, or a sense of disconnection, and want to understand yourself more deeply. Rather than being told what to do, you are looking for a space to reflect, feel understood, and move towards a life that feels more authentic and meaningful.
You may be feeling stuck in familiar emotional patterns, despite having insight into yourself. Perhaps you appear to cope on the outside, but inside feel anxious, unsure of who you are, or weighed down by past experiences or relationships. You might struggle with self-esteem, people-pleasing, or a sense of disconnection, and want to understand yourself more deeply. Rather than being told what to do, you are looking for a space to reflect, feel understood, and move towards a life that feels more authentic and meaningful.
I am an experienced and approachable Counselling Psychologist and EMDR Therapist with experience working with adults within the NHS and in private practice. I am trained to doctoral level and have worked in a number of mental and physical health services since 2007. This has given me a broad range of skills and experiences to bring to private practice. The relationship we form will be a crucial part in exploring your difficulties, making sustainable changes, and developing more satisfying ways to engage with the world.
I am an experienced and approachable Counselling Psychologist and EMDR Therapist with experience working with adults within the NHS and in private practice. I am trained to doctoral level and have worked in a number of mental and physical health services since 2007. This has given me a broad range of skills and experiences to bring to private practice. The relationship we form will be a crucial part in exploring your difficulties, making sustainable changes, and developing more satisfying ways to engage with the world.
My approach is grounded in contemporary psychoanalytic thought, which means I’m interested in how unconscious patterns, early experiences, and the wider social world shape how we live, relate, and feel. Quick fixes or one-size-fits-all strategies can help in the short term, but I offer a space where something can unfold—something that might not yet have had the chance to be spoken, thought about, or even fully felt. I have wide experience in supporting neurodiversity as a teacher and coaching. Alongside my practice, I work with university students, junior doctors and trainees with study and worklife.
My approach is grounded in contemporary psychoanalytic thought, which means I’m interested in how unconscious patterns, early experiences, and the wider social world shape how we live, relate, and feel. Quick fixes or one-size-fits-all strategies can help in the short term, but I offer a space where something can unfold—something that might not yet have had the chance to be spoken, thought about, or even fully felt. I have wide experience in supporting neurodiversity as a teacher and coaching. Alongside my practice, I work with university students, junior doctors and trainees with study and worklife.
Anxiety is tough, but I can help you cultivate a new, empowered relationship with it, giving you the freedom to live more authentically - in your relationships, work life and free time. Anxiety has many faces. Maybe you wake up with a knot in your stomach, worrying that something bad will happen; avoid social events because they are too uncomfortable; replay conversations in your head wishing you’d handled them better; find it hard to concentrate; under the weight of your churned-up feelings, you say things that put a strain on your relationships. How far back can you trace these uneasy feelings? Maybe all the way to your childhood?
Anxiety is tough, but I can help you cultivate a new, empowered relationship with it, giving you the freedom to live more authentically - in your relationships, work life and free time. Anxiety has many faces. Maybe you wake up with a knot in your stomach, worrying that something bad will happen; avoid social events because they are too uncomfortable; replay conversations in your head wishing you’d handled them better; find it hard to concentrate; under the weight of your churned-up feelings, you say things that put a strain on your relationships. How far back can you trace these uneasy feelings? Maybe all the way to your childhood?
I specialise in supporting men and dads who feel overwhelmed by work stress, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression or past trauma - especially dads struggling to connect with their teenagers. Many feel stuck, isolated and exhausted by expectations to 'man up', but are ready to become the father, partner, and man they truly want to be. I also work with young people aged 12-25 navigating anxiety, depression, family conflict, identity questions, school pressures, and major life transitions. As a male counsellor with specialist training in adolescent mental health, I offer practical tools, genuine understanding, and a safe space
I specialise in supporting men and dads who feel overwhelmed by work stress, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression or past trauma - especially dads struggling to connect with their teenagers. Many feel stuck, isolated and exhausted by expectations to 'man up', but are ready to become the father, partner, and man they truly want to be. I also work with young people aged 12-25 navigating anxiety, depression, family conflict, identity questions, school pressures, and major life transitions. As a male counsellor with specialist training in adolescent mental health, I offer practical tools, genuine understanding, and a safe space
I am a counselling psychologist who has worked in the NHS for many years and now run my own private practice. I believe that it is the relationship between therapist and client that enables greater understanding and change to happen. Every problem is important.
I am a counselling psychologist who has worked in the NHS for many years and now run my own private practice. I believe that it is the relationship between therapist and client that enables greater understanding and change to happen. Every problem is important.
I work with people who feel overwhelmed by life, but keep going because they’ve had to. People who long to be understood without having to explain themselves, who are tired of holding everything together. Maybe you live with trauma, chronic illness, or emotional patterns that don’t make sense—but you know there’s more to you than this. You want to feel safe in your body, clearer in your mind, and more connected to yourself. You don’t need surface-level advice. You need someone who really sees you—someone who can help you meet the parts of yourself you’ve had to push away, and find a way forward that finally feels like yours.
I work with people who feel overwhelmed by life, but keep going because they’ve had to. People who long to be understood without having to explain themselves, who are tired of holding everything together. Maybe you live with trauma, chronic illness, or emotional patterns that don’t make sense—but you know there’s more to you than this. You want to feel safe in your body, clearer in your mind, and more connected to yourself. You don’t need surface-level advice. You need someone who really sees you—someone who can help you meet the parts of yourself you’ve had to push away, and find a way forward that finally feels like yours.
Hi, I’m Sophie, a BACP qualified counsellor based in Mid Cornwall, offering counselling to adults in person, online, and by phone. If you’ve landed here, perhaps you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and persistent worry, stuck in recurring patterns, or weighed down by past hurts. You may be looking for bereavement support, have relationship difficulties, or struggling with self-esteem. It takes courage to reach out, and I’m here to walk alongside you. I believe counselling is a collaborative journey: a safe and supportive space to pause, explore, gently challenge assumptions and start to make sense of what you are experiencing.
Hi, I’m Sophie, a BACP qualified counsellor based in Mid Cornwall, offering counselling to adults in person, online, and by phone. If you’ve landed here, perhaps you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety and persistent worry, stuck in recurring patterns, or weighed down by past hurts. You may be looking for bereavement support, have relationship difficulties, or struggling with self-esteem. It takes courage to reach out, and I’m here to walk alongside you. I believe counselling is a collaborative journey: a safe and supportive space to pause, explore, gently challenge assumptions and start to make sense of what you are experiencing.
You may be someone who learned early to be responsible, capable, and emotionally strong for others, while quietly setting your own needs aside. Perhaps anxiety, worry, guilt, or a sense of never quite being “enough” follows you, even when life appears fine on the outside. Whether you’ve been struggling quietly for a long time, life has recently knocked you off balance, or something in between, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure if your pain is valid or worthy of help. No matter what you’re carrying, there is a way forward.
You may be someone who learned early to be responsible, capable, and emotionally strong for others, while quietly setting your own needs aside. Perhaps anxiety, worry, guilt, or a sense of never quite being “enough” follows you, even when life appears fine on the outside. Whether you’ve been struggling quietly for a long time, life has recently knocked you off balance, or something in between, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure if your pain is valid or worthy of help. No matter what you’re carrying, there is a way forward.
I'm Megan, a counsellor and integrative psychotherapist. Picking Up the Pieces specialise working with Trauma, Loss and adjustment issues. Life can throw unexpected difficulties in our direction at any time & things can get tough making you feel anxious, fearful, sad, trapped or alone. If you feel like you are falling apart, Picking Up The Pieces can help you to understand your situation better, work together to make changes, enhance choices, self management or regain control. If you wish to achieve a happier you get in touch.
I'm Megan, a counsellor and integrative psychotherapist. Picking Up the Pieces specialise working with Trauma, Loss and adjustment issues. Life can throw unexpected difficulties in our direction at any time & things can get tough making you feel anxious, fearful, sad, trapped or alone. If you feel like you are falling apart, Picking Up The Pieces can help you to understand your situation better, work together to make changes, enhance choices, self management or regain control. If you wish to achieve a happier you get in touch.
My name is Shaun and I am a fully qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space for people to discover their way forward in life. I believe that everyone is unique and should be understood and valued as such. I work in an empowering, empathetic and clear way with clients to help them to find their own way forward. I aim to help people build their own tools and ways of coping to use in the present and the future to better equip them to deal with any problems they may be facing. My aim is to help clients to feel happy and comfortable in their everyday lives, and to find peace.
My name is Shaun and I am a fully qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space for people to discover their way forward in life. I believe that everyone is unique and should be understood and valued as such. I work in an empowering, empathetic and clear way with clients to help them to find their own way forward. I aim to help people build their own tools and ways of coping to use in the present and the future to better equip them to deal with any problems they may be facing. My aim is to help clients to feel happy and comfortable in their everyday lives, and to find peace.
I am a BACP registered Integrative Psychotherapeutic counsellor & Supervisor working both in person and online. I am based in Callington and I work with both adults and young people offering a flexible approach to counselling. I work in private and relaxing space for my face-to-face service. If preferred I can also offer counselling via telephone or online. I work in an holistic way using Person-Centred, Gestalt, CBT and Trans-personal techniques connecting the mind, soul, emotion and body.
I am a BACP registered Integrative Psychotherapeutic counsellor & Supervisor working both in person and online. I am based in Callington and I work with both adults and young people offering a flexible approach to counselling. I work in private and relaxing space for my face-to-face service. If preferred I can also offer counselling via telephone or online. I work in an holistic way using Person-Centred, Gestalt, CBT and Trans-personal techniques connecting the mind, soul, emotion and body.
Emily is a Child and Adolescent Therapist who has worked therapeutically with children and families for over twenty years. She has helped many children through difficult times using play and the arts to communicate emotions, often in ways words cannot. She works with play, creative arts, mindfulness, visualisations and other techniques to help children and young people cope with and make sense of anxiety and strong emotions. She is experienced in child-parent work and offers support to parents and professionals. She has specialisms in trauma and attachment and works with vulnerable children at Trevi and Psychology Associates.
Emily is a Child and Adolescent Therapist who has worked therapeutically with children and families for over twenty years. She has helped many children through difficult times using play and the arts to communicate emotions, often in ways words cannot. She works with play, creative arts, mindfulness, visualisations and other techniques to help children and young people cope with and make sense of anxiety and strong emotions. She is experienced in child-parent work and offers support to parents and professionals. She has specialisms in trauma and attachment and works with vulnerable children at Trevi and Psychology Associates.
My name is Rachel. Share your burdens with me, be accepted and listened to, ease tensions, stress, anxiety and feel less sad. I can help you understand why you feel the way you do and discover solutions that enable you to make positive change. You will find ways to reset and self care, improve your confidence and self-esteem. I am a trained Outdoor Therapist based in Saltash at Churchtown Farm Nature Reserve and the Rame Peninsula at Mount Edgcumbe Country Park. Being in the open air is more freeing than sitting indoors. Moving the body enables us to release tensions and it will stimulate new thoughts that encourage change.
My name is Rachel. Share your burdens with me, be accepted and listened to, ease tensions, stress, anxiety and feel less sad. I can help you understand why you feel the way you do and discover solutions that enable you to make positive change. You will find ways to reset and self care, improve your confidence and self-esteem. I am a trained Outdoor Therapist based in Saltash at Churchtown Farm Nature Reserve and the Rame Peninsula at Mount Edgcumbe Country Park. Being in the open air is more freeing than sitting indoors. Moving the body enables us to release tensions and it will stimulate new thoughts that encourage change.
“In therapy, I walk alongside you with care and intention, creating a safe space to bring into awareness the challenges you may be experiencing. Together, we will gently explore these struggles, uncover the patterns shaping your life, and work toward meaningful growth and change.”
“In therapy, I walk alongside you with care and intention, creating a safe space to bring into awareness the challenges you may be experiencing. Together, we will gently explore these struggles, uncover the patterns shaping your life, and work toward meaningful growth and change.”
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Many people struggle to perform at their best because pressure triggers mental barriers. How we perceive and respond to pressure—shaped by self-belief—strongly affects performance. I help individuals and teams build self-belief to optimise performance, manage emotions, strengthen resilience, and make effective decisions. I train Olympic and Paralympic athletes, pro golfers and footballers, university sport, creatives, leaders, academics, frontline public service professionals—including those in the police, military, and health and social care. I offer an applied contemplative and cognitive psychological approach in person or online.
Many people struggle to perform at their best because pressure triggers mental barriers. How we perceive and respond to pressure—shaped by self-belief—strongly affects performance. I help individuals and teams build self-belief to optimise performance, manage emotions, strengthen resilience, and make effective decisions. I train Olympic and Paralympic athletes, pro golfers and footballers, university sport, creatives, leaders, academics, frontline public service professionals—including those in the police, military, and health and social care. I offer an applied contemplative and cognitive psychological approach in person or online.
Providing a therapeutic space for adults of all ages across NHS, charity, community, and private settings since completing doctorate level training in 2006, I have supported individuals facing significant life challenges, offering a relationship in which experiences have been shared, clarified, and understood. The holistic impact of our experiences on all parts of the person, and upon our external connections, is always acknowledged, and I work collaboratively with all clients to establish therapeutic aims and suitable approaches to facilitate the reduction of distress, and identify actions to re-establish ownership in living.
Providing a therapeutic space for adults of all ages across NHS, charity, community, and private settings since completing doctorate level training in 2006, I have supported individuals facing significant life challenges, offering a relationship in which experiences have been shared, clarified, and understood. The holistic impact of our experiences on all parts of the person, and upon our external connections, is always acknowledged, and I work collaboratively with all clients to establish therapeutic aims and suitable approaches to facilitate the reduction of distress, and identify actions to re-establish ownership in living.
Are you in emotional pain, feeling alienated or dislocated from other people? Do you feel stuck or wish that you could have more satisfying, less stressful relationships? Perhaps your fears and worries prevent you from realising your potential. I work alongside people to help understand the reasons behind such thoughts and feelings. In coming to understand the patterns of your life, and the confusing and painful feelings that accompany them, you can begin to make consciously informed choices about how to live. This leads to a more authentic and less critical experience of yourself, opening the way for greater enjoyment in life.
Are you in emotional pain, feeling alienated or dislocated from other people? Do you feel stuck or wish that you could have more satisfying, less stressful relationships? Perhaps your fears and worries prevent you from realising your potential. I work alongside people to help understand the reasons behind such thoughts and feelings. In coming to understand the patterns of your life, and the confusing and painful feelings that accompany them, you can begin to make consciously informed choices about how to live. This leads to a more authentic and less critical experience of yourself, opening the way for greater enjoyment in life.
How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Liskeard
10+
Average cost per session
£50
Counsellors in Liskeard who prioritize treating:
| 88% | Depression |
| 88% | Anxiety |
| 82% | Self Esteem |
| 76% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 71% | Relationship Issues |
| 65% | Suicidal Ideation |
| 59% | Bereavement |
Average years in practice
6 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 50% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 50% | Other |
| 50% | Aviva |
How Counsellors in Liskeard see their clients
| 100% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 75% | Female | |
| 25% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Liskeard?
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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.
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.
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.