Creative Therapy Counselling in Long Ashton
I work with clients who have the following problems; relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, loss & seperation, trauma, addiction, neurodivergence and sexual issues
I work with clients who have the following problems; relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, loss & seperation, trauma, addiction, neurodivergence and sexual issues
Hi, I’m Sharon, a BACP-registered therapist.
I support women experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, low self-worth and the lasting impact of childhood trauma or emotionally demanding relationships.
You might feel exhausted from holding everything together.
Perhaps you overthink, people-please or struggle to set boundaries, while feeling disconnected from who you really are.
On the outside, you may appear capable and coping. On the inside, things can feel heavy, confusing or too much.
I work with women who want to feel calmer, clearer and less anxious.
Therapy with me offers a warm, safe space to connected back to yourself again.
Hi, I’m Sharon, a BACP-registered therapist.
I support women experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, low self-worth and the lasting impact of childhood trauma or emotionally demanding relationships.
You might feel exhausted from holding everything together.
Perhaps you overthink, people-please or struggle to set boundaries, while feeling disconnected from who you really are.
On the outside, you may appear capable and coping. On the inside, things can feel heavy, confusing or too much.
I work with women who want to feel calmer, clearer and less anxious.
Therapy with me offers a warm, safe space to connected back to yourself again.
Many people come to therapy feeling stuck, uncertain, or disconnected from what truly matters to them. I work with individuals who are searching for clarity, meaning, and a life that reflects their deeper values. Our work could focus on understanding your inner world, untangling old patterns, and reconnecting with your authentic desires. Therapy with me is a collaborative, reflective process—one that supports you to develop a safer relationship with yourself and others. By coming back into alignment with yourself and others life can feel more aligned, purposeful, and joyful.
Many people come to therapy feeling stuck, uncertain, or disconnected from what truly matters to them. I work with individuals who are searching for clarity, meaning, and a life that reflects their deeper values. Our work could focus on understanding your inner world, untangling old patterns, and reconnecting with your authentic desires. Therapy with me is a collaborative, reflective process—one that supports you to develop a safer relationship with yourself and others. By coming back into alignment with yourself and others life can feel more aligned, purposeful, and joyful.
I’m Kathryn, a psychotherapist offering mindfulness-based, relational counselling and psychotherapy in Bristol, working from comfortable therapy rooms close to the Harbourside, in Southville and Clifton Village, as well as online.
Reaching out for help takes real courage. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or disconnected from yourself, therapy can provide a grounded space to understand what’s happening inside you and move toward meaningful change.
I offer a warm and supportive environment where you can explore your experiences at your own pace, develop self-awareness, and begin to feel more at home in yourself.
I’m Kathryn, a psychotherapist offering mindfulness-based, relational counselling and psychotherapy in Bristol, working from comfortable therapy rooms close to the Harbourside, in Southville and Clifton Village, as well as online.
Reaching out for help takes real courage. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or disconnected from yourself, therapy can provide a grounded space to understand what’s happening inside you and move toward meaningful change.
I offer a warm and supportive environment where you can explore your experiences at your own pace, develop self-awareness, and begin to feel more at home in yourself.
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Hi I'm Janette Simpson a qualified counsellor offering person-centred therapy for anxiety, trauma, and domestic abuse. Forward 2 Freedom, is where I provide a safe, confidential space to explore thoughts and feelings without judgement. With over seven years’ experience, I support adults impacted by abuse, complex relationships, and emotional wellbeing challenges. Sessions are available online or by telephone, with flexible short- and long-term support. I help you rebuild confidence, regain identity, and move forward feeling stronger, safer, and more in control.
Hi I'm Janette Simpson a qualified counsellor offering person-centred therapy for anxiety, trauma, and domestic abuse. Forward 2 Freedom, is where I provide a safe, confidential space to explore thoughts and feelings without judgement. With over seven years’ experience, I support adults impacted by abuse, complex relationships, and emotional wellbeing challenges. Sessions are available online or by telephone, with flexible short- and long-term support. I help you rebuild confidence, regain identity, and move forward feeling stronger, safer, and more in control.
We provide medical psychiatric & psychological assessment, diagnosis, treatment for Autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, gender dysmorphia, eating disorders, tic disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, trauma, self-harm, psychotic disorders and emotional dysregulation and more. We have over 20 years’ experience working in various CAMHS mental health settings with extensive experience and knowledge. The service is clinically led by a consultant child psychiatrist and a consultant child & adolescent psychoanalytic psychotherapist who both trained in the NHS who have provided clinical leadership for services.
We provide medical psychiatric & psychological assessment, diagnosis, treatment for Autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, gender dysmorphia, eating disorders, tic disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, trauma, self-harm, psychotic disorders and emotional dysregulation and more. We have over 20 years’ experience working in various CAMHS mental health settings with extensive experience and knowledge. The service is clinically led by a consultant child psychiatrist and a consultant child & adolescent psychoanalytic psychotherapist who both trained in the NHS who have provided clinical leadership for services.
Are you looking for someone to work with you on some struggles or difficulties you are experiencing such as depression, anxiety, low self esteem or family issues and you are just feeling overwhelmed? I believe finding the right Therapist is the first step. I am a somatic therapist working with how memories show up as symptoms, not only in our minds, but also in our bodies. If you've reached a point in your healing journey where you want to go deeper, I can offer a quiet, gentle space to work together.
Are you looking for someone to work with you on some struggles or difficulties you are experiencing such as depression, anxiety, low self esteem or family issues and you are just feeling overwhelmed? I believe finding the right Therapist is the first step. I am a somatic therapist working with how memories show up as symptoms, not only in our minds, but also in our bodies. If you've reached a point in your healing journey where you want to go deeper, I can offer a quiet, gentle space to work together.
I am a postgraduate MA (level 7 equivalent) Qualified Art Psychotherapist.
What is art therapy? Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses art media as its primary mode of expression and communication. Within this context, art is not used as diagnostic tool but as a medium to address emotional issues which may be confusing and distressing. Art therapists work with children, young people, adults and the elderly. Clients may have a wide range of difficulties, disabilities or diagnoses. These include emotional, behavioural or mental health problems, learning or physical disabilities, life-limiting conditions, neurological conditions and physical illnesses. Art therapy is provided in groups or individual
I am a postgraduate MA (level 7 equivalent) Qualified Art Psychotherapist.
What is art therapy? Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses art media as its primary mode of expression and communication. Within this context, art is not used as diagnostic tool but as a medium to address emotional issues which may be confusing and distressing. Art therapists work with children, young people, adults and the elderly. Clients may have a wide range of difficulties, disabilities or diagnoses. These include emotional, behavioural or mental health problems, learning or physical disabilities, life-limiting conditions, neurological conditions and physical illnesses. Art therapy is provided in groups or individual
Grief doesn't always look like sadness. It can show up as anxiety, anger, shame, or a sense that you've lost your way. Whether you're grieving the death of someone you love, the end of a relationship, changes in your health, your identity, or the future you imagined, grief can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself. Perhaps you've spent years trying to be who others expected you to be, carrying the weight of expectations and comparison, only to realise it no longer fits. I offer a warm, compassionate space to make sense of loss, explore what matters now, rediscover who you are, and find a way forward.
Grief doesn't always look like sadness. It can show up as anxiety, anger, shame, or a sense that you've lost your way. Whether you're grieving the death of someone you love, the end of a relationship, changes in your health, your identity, or the future you imagined, grief can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself. Perhaps you've spent years trying to be who others expected you to be, carrying the weight of expectations and comparison, only to realise it no longer fits. I offer a warm, compassionate space to make sense of loss, explore what matters now, rediscover who you are, and find a way forward.
Hello, I’m Kat, and I’m here to guide you on your journey toward healing and growth.
At the heart of my approach is a deep belief in the power of connection. I see the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative partnership where you are the expert on your life, and together we can uncover meaningful insights. The path to lasting change is built on trust, respect, and understanding—values I hold central in our work together.
In our sessions, you will find a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your challenges, reflect on their deeper meanings, and discover new ways to move forward.
Hello, I’m Kat, and I’m here to guide you on your journey toward healing and growth.
At the heart of my approach is a deep belief in the power of connection. I see the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative partnership where you are the expert on your life, and together we can uncover meaningful insights. The path to lasting change is built on trust, respect, and understanding—values I hold central in our work together.
In our sessions, you will find a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your challenges, reflect on their deeper meanings, and discover new ways to move forward.
I'm a counsellor & psychotherapist who believes that each person has the capacity for personal growth and self-healing. My role is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your true potential. Whilst working with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, loss, trauma & low self esteem, I have noticed that people's behaviours and responses no longer support them in their lives and result in many unwelcome feelings. Together, we will create the space for you to process what has become difficult, at a pace that is right for you, helping to find meaning and purpose as you navigate life's challenges.
I'm a counsellor & psychotherapist who believes that each person has the capacity for personal growth and self-healing. My role is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your true potential. Whilst working with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, loss, trauma & low self esteem, I have noticed that people's behaviours and responses no longer support them in their lives and result in many unwelcome feelings. Together, we will create the space for you to process what has become difficult, at a pace that is right for you, helping to find meaning and purpose as you navigate life's challenges.
Hello, I am an intergrative therapeutic counsellor; this means I am trained in several modalities, so I can taylor my approach to meet your individual needs. As Carl Jung said, "The shoe that fits one person pinches another; there is no universal recipe for living." The therapy I offer endaevours to empower you with tools and healthy coping mechanisms to manage your problems in the present, whilst simultaneously exploring the past to aid you with insight and self-knowledge to understand how you got here. I chiefly come from a Mental Health background, working with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and personality disorders.
Hello, I am an intergrative therapeutic counsellor; this means I am trained in several modalities, so I can taylor my approach to meet your individual needs. As Carl Jung said, "The shoe that fits one person pinches another; there is no universal recipe for living." The therapy I offer endaevours to empower you with tools and healthy coping mechanisms to manage your problems in the present, whilst simultaneously exploring the past to aid you with insight and self-knowledge to understand how you got here. I chiefly come from a Mental Health background, working with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and personality disorders.
I offer embodied, relational Gestalt psychotherapy – therapy that fosters a sense of wholeness, agency and ownership over your life and experience, by supporting you to more fully inhabit the here and now.
Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, unmotivated or confused by the way things seem to play out in your life. You might be struggling with the injustice of past or current situations, living with hurt inflicted by others or just curious about your own behaviour. Gestalt therapy is about getting to the heart of your experience, bringing presence and choicefulness to the way you exist in the world.
I offer embodied, relational Gestalt psychotherapy – therapy that fosters a sense of wholeness, agency and ownership over your life and experience, by supporting you to more fully inhabit the here and now.
Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, unmotivated or confused by the way things seem to play out in your life. You might be struggling with the injustice of past or current situations, living with hurt inflicted by others or just curious about your own behaviour. Gestalt therapy is about getting to the heart of your experience, bringing presence and choicefulness to the way you exist in the world.
Hello, my name is Catia. I offer counselling sessions to adults, children and young people as well as couples/marriage therapy. Counselling can bring clarity where there is confusion, resolve past issues, change behaviours and improve relationships. I will provide you a confidential, safe and supportive space for you to talk and work thought the difficulties you are facing. For some people having a safe space to speak and reflect about their issues it is enough to help them move forward, while others may benefit from the use of more creative interventions
Hello, my name is Catia. I offer counselling sessions to adults, children and young people as well as couples/marriage therapy. Counselling can bring clarity where there is confusion, resolve past issues, change behaviours and improve relationships. I will provide you a confidential, safe and supportive space for you to talk and work thought the difficulties you are facing. For some people having a safe space to speak and reflect about their issues it is enough to help them move forward, while others may benefit from the use of more creative interventions
As a play therapist with a background in teaching and a Master’s degree in Play Therapy, I am deeply committed to supporting the emotional wellbeing of children and young people through therapeutic play and creative expression. I believe in the transformative power of play as a natural, intuitive medium through which children can safely explore and express their inner worlds, particularly those who have experienced trauma or adversity. Throughout my career, I have worked extensively with neurodivergent children and young people, many of whom face challenges in traditional school settings.
As a play therapist with a background in teaching and a Master’s degree in Play Therapy, I am deeply committed to supporting the emotional wellbeing of children and young people through therapeutic play and creative expression. I believe in the transformative power of play as a natural, intuitive medium through which children can safely explore and express their inner worlds, particularly those who have experienced trauma or adversity. Throughout my career, I have worked extensively with neurodivergent children and young people, many of whom face challenges in traditional school settings.
I work with people who are looking for a more creative and embodied approach to therapy. My approach is gentle, person‑centred and grounded in Dance Movement Psychotherapy, Focusing and parts work. Through movement, imagery, sensation and metaphor, I help clients explore what lives beneath the surface and meet their inner world with more friendliness and understanding. Many people find that this creative, body‑based way of working reaches places that words alone can’t. Together, we follow what is emerging in the moment, gently untangling inner conflicts and supporting a more integrated, compassionate relationship with yourself.
I work with people who are looking for a more creative and embodied approach to therapy. My approach is gentle, person‑centred and grounded in Dance Movement Psychotherapy, Focusing and parts work. Through movement, imagery, sensation and metaphor, I help clients explore what lives beneath the surface and meet their inner world with more friendliness and understanding. Many people find that this creative, body‑based way of working reaches places that words alone can’t. Together, we follow what is emerging in the moment, gently untangling inner conflicts and supporting a more integrated, compassionate relationship with yourself.
I am an Art Psychotherapist (MA, HCPC registered) and EMDR practitioner with nine years of post-qualifying experience.
I can offer one to one art psychotherapy sessions (short-term and long-term work offered). Art Therapy or Art psychotherapy is a form of therapy that uses art making or creativity to facilitate communication and expression.
I am also qualified to provide EMDR therapy, which is a form of somatic therapy that can be helpful to process traumatic memories.
I am an Art Psychotherapist (MA, HCPC registered) and EMDR practitioner with nine years of post-qualifying experience.
I can offer one to one art psychotherapy sessions (short-term and long-term work offered). Art Therapy or Art psychotherapy is a form of therapy that uses art making or creativity to facilitate communication and expression.
I am also qualified to provide EMDR therapy, which is a form of somatic therapy that can be helpful to process traumatic memories.
I am an experienced Integrative Psychotherapist with over 20 years guiding people to face challenges and transform and confront personal difficulties.
I follow a holistic and humanistic approach and work with people who may be feeling depressed, anxious, or who may have difficulties with relationships, early attachment wounding and trauma. I provide a safe, gentle and non judgemental space for you to lean into areas of discomfort which is often where the magic happens and the deepest insights occur.
I am an experienced Integrative Psychotherapist with over 20 years guiding people to face challenges and transform and confront personal difficulties.
I follow a holistic and humanistic approach and work with people who may be feeling depressed, anxious, or who may have difficulties with relationships, early attachment wounding and trauma. I provide a safe, gentle and non judgemental space for you to lean into areas of discomfort which is often where the magic happens and the deepest insights occur.
I am a qualified counsellor and teacher, I have studied Counselling and Substance Misuse at FdSc level and have a Diploma in Social Work, as well as having a wide range of work and life experience. My down to earth nature empowers me to be accessible, approachable and non-judgmental which is an essential part of a successful working therapeutic relationship. Aiding people to work through their own life challenges is my absolute passion and driving force behind Brighter Pathways Counselling.
I am a qualified counsellor and teacher, I have studied Counselling and Substance Misuse at FdSc level and have a Diploma in Social Work, as well as having a wide range of work and life experience. My down to earth nature empowers me to be accessible, approachable and non-judgmental which is an essential part of a successful working therapeutic relationship. Aiding people to work through their own life challenges is my absolute passion and driving force behind Brighter Pathways Counselling.
I am an empathic and caring psychotherapist and art psychotherapist with extensive experience of working with people with a variety of complex mental health difficulties.
I primarily work psychodynamically, and as an experienced art therapist, I am skilled in helping people learn to use their innate creativity as a means of expression; connection; insight and exploration. I incorporate additional counselling approaches such as: mindfulness, CBT, psycho-education, mentalization based treatment (MBT) and solution focused work.
I am an empathic and caring psychotherapist and art psychotherapist with extensive experience of working with people with a variety of complex mental health difficulties.
I primarily work psychodynamically, and as an experienced art therapist, I am skilled in helping people learn to use their innate creativity as a means of expression; connection; insight and exploration. I incorporate additional counselling approaches such as: mindfulness, CBT, psycho-education, mentalization based treatment (MBT) and solution focused work.
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How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.