Counselling for Seniors in Manningtree
I help people who are feeling sad, stressed, or 'like something isn't right'. First by building a understanding of their experience, then working with them towards recovery and beyond- to help them thrive. My work often involves; helping people to overcome the effect of a difficult experience, clarifying what's important to them and helping them attain it, or simply assisting someone to understand themselves better. Throughout my work I use evidence-based therapies to help my clients build personal resilience and live authentically with confidence.
I help people who are feeling sad, stressed, or 'like something isn't right'. First by building a understanding of their experience, then working with them towards recovery and beyond- to help them thrive. My work often involves; helping people to overcome the effect of a difficult experience, clarifying what's important to them and helping them attain it, or simply assisting someone to understand themselves better. Throughout my work I use evidence-based therapies to help my clients build personal resilience and live authentically with confidence.
Life can be challenging and difficult to navigate at times. We can find ourselves lost, stuck or overwhelmed by our troubles and unsure of how to make sense of our feelings or find a way forward. Counselling can help as it provides a space within which to explore these issues with the support of a trained professional. It offers opportunity for insight and clarity, alongside personal growth, self-awareness and therapeutic change. When we are truly heard and understood, these difficult feelings can begin to seem more manageable and our worries no longer insurmountable.
Life can be challenging and difficult to navigate at times. We can find ourselves lost, stuck or overwhelmed by our troubles and unsure of how to make sense of our feelings or find a way forward. Counselling can help as it provides a space within which to explore these issues with the support of a trained professional. It offers opportunity for insight and clarity, alongside personal growth, self-awareness and therapeutic change. When we are truly heard and understood, these difficult feelings can begin to seem more manageable and our worries no longer insurmountable.
Hi, I'm Carolyn. I'm guessing you've already scrolled through a load of profiles wondering how on earth you chose the right counsellor for you. Overwhelming isn’t it? You already know what's troubling you and what brings you here, be that anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, feelings of aloneness, grief and loss, past or present trauma or simply the feeling that something is "off" and you're not as happy as you could or should be. You've already done the hardest part - recognising you need somebody to talk to, now you just have to find the right somebody for you.
Hi, I'm Carolyn. I'm guessing you've already scrolled through a load of profiles wondering how on earth you chose the right counsellor for you. Overwhelming isn’t it? You already know what's troubling you and what brings you here, be that anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, feelings of aloneness, grief and loss, past or present trauma or simply the feeling that something is "off" and you're not as happy as you could or should be. You've already done the hardest part - recognising you need somebody to talk to, now you just have to find the right somebody for you.
I work with people who feel stuck in the same cycles - whether it’s relationships, work, or their own thoughts and who want to understand why.
My approach is Psychodynamic, which means we don’t just focus on surface symptoms or quick coping strategies. Instead, we look beneath the patterns you repeat, often without realising, and uncover what’s been driving them. Many clients have tried CBT or other short-term therapies before, but come to me when they sense something deeper still needs attention.
Sessions with me are 50 minutes, once a week, in a calm and confidential space where you can bring whatever is on your mind.
I work with people who feel stuck in the same cycles - whether it’s relationships, work, or their own thoughts and who want to understand why.
My approach is Psychodynamic, which means we don’t just focus on surface symptoms or quick coping strategies. Instead, we look beneath the patterns you repeat, often without realising, and uncover what’s been driving them. Many clients have tried CBT or other short-term therapies before, but come to me when they sense something deeper still needs attention.
Sessions with me are 50 minutes, once a week, in a calm and confidential space where you can bring whatever is on your mind.
My name is Ben Adams (MBACP) and I work as a person centred therapist. I work face to face, online and by phone and like to think my flexibility both in the way I deliver and when I can do to allow you to fit in our sessions that best suit you. Life can be busy! My primary clinical focus is on depression, anxiety, feeling sad, low self-esteem, work-related issues, relationship issues and chronic pain. I work with warmth, compassion and provide a private, non-judgemental space that allows you to bring whatever you wish into the therapeutic space with specific focus on anxiety, depression , work related-issues and low self-esteem.
My name is Ben Adams (MBACP) and I work as a person centred therapist. I work face to face, online and by phone and like to think my flexibility both in the way I deliver and when I can do to allow you to fit in our sessions that best suit you. Life can be busy! My primary clinical focus is on depression, anxiety, feeling sad, low self-esteem, work-related issues, relationship issues and chronic pain. I work with warmth, compassion and provide a private, non-judgemental space that allows you to bring whatever you wish into the therapeutic space with specific focus on anxiety, depression , work related-issues and low self-esteem.
I am a psychoanalytically informed Psychotherapist and Couples Therapist working with individuals (children and adults) and couples with a view to either long-term or short-term solution focused therapy. Working with a wide range of concerns including but not limited to depression, anxiety, anger, mental health disorders, abuse, addiction, bereavement, eating disorders, stress, relationship issues and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). I have particular experience working with armed forces personnel. Please browse my website for more information or contact me to discuss whether I might be able to help you.
I am a psychoanalytically informed Psychotherapist and Couples Therapist working with individuals (children and adults) and couples with a view to either long-term or short-term solution focused therapy. Working with a wide range of concerns including but not limited to depression, anxiety, anger, mental health disorders, abuse, addiction, bereavement, eating disorders, stress, relationship issues and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). I have particular experience working with armed forces personnel. Please browse my website for more information or contact me to discuss whether I might be able to help you.
I am a Clinical Supervisor and Counsellor. I work with adults experiencing a variety of issues, such as - divorce and relationship breakdown; bereavement and loss; anxiety; depression; anger; trauma; childhood abuse; self harm; low self-esteem. I practise an integrative, person-centred approach which focuses on the relationship between counsellor and client. It is the development of trust and understanding within this relationship which enables the client to acknowledge their problems and issues at their own pace and to realise solutions, with gentle encouragement and support.
I am a Clinical Supervisor and Counsellor. I work with adults experiencing a variety of issues, such as - divorce and relationship breakdown; bereavement and loss; anxiety; depression; anger; trauma; childhood abuse; self harm; low self-esteem. I practise an integrative, person-centred approach which focuses on the relationship between counsellor and client. It is the development of trust and understanding within this relationship which enables the client to acknowledge their problems and issues at their own pace and to realise solutions, with gentle encouragement and support.
Life often feels overwhelming, filled with challenges that tug at our inner peace. If you’ve been searching for a space to reconnect, to process, and to grow, I’m here to guide you with a holistic and empowering approach. My practice has evolved to go beyond traditional methods. My sessions now integrate a blend of talk therapy, hypnotherapy, and personalized self-guidance tools to empower you to take ownership of your healing process. At the heart of my work is the belief that transformation arises when we feel safe, seen, and supported.
Life often feels overwhelming, filled with challenges that tug at our inner peace. If you’ve been searching for a space to reconnect, to process, and to grow, I’m here to guide you with a holistic and empowering approach. My practice has evolved to go beyond traditional methods. My sessions now integrate a blend of talk therapy, hypnotherapy, and personalized self-guidance tools to empower you to take ownership of your healing process. At the heart of my work is the belief that transformation arises when we feel safe, seen, and supported.
I am particularly interested in the way that things that go wrong in childhood can bite us as adults - it might show as low self esteem, high anxiety levels, feeling overwhelmed by things you could once deal with.
If there's a residue of pain from earlier in your life that is causing you problems now - maybe relationship issues, or perhaps you can't grieve for someone you've lost, or you simply feel that life is too much - we can work with that.
You will decide what your aims are - but maybe a life lived in colour and ease would be a good start.
I am particularly interested in the way that things that go wrong in childhood can bite us as adults - it might show as low self esteem, high anxiety levels, feeling overwhelmed by things you could once deal with.
If there's a residue of pain from earlier in your life that is causing you problems now - maybe relationship issues, or perhaps you can't grieve for someone you've lost, or you simply feel that life is too much - we can work with that.
You will decide what your aims are - but maybe a life lived in colour and ease would be a good start.
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I currently work at the Priory Hospital in Chelmsford, I am a Family Support Practitioner and British Isles DBT trained. I worked for AXA as a Clinical Counselling Assessor. My passion is helping people of all ages experiencing mental health difficulties and I have a privately run, therapeutic practice, where I can provide you with a safe, friendly, and confidential environment for exploration. Within the practice I can help if you require; one to one therapy, for various aspects of mental health, support through bereavement, need family support, help with parenting or CAMHS.
I currently work at the Priory Hospital in Chelmsford, I am a Family Support Practitioner and British Isles DBT trained. I worked for AXA as a Clinical Counselling Assessor. My passion is helping people of all ages experiencing mental health difficulties and I have a privately run, therapeutic practice, where I can provide you with a safe, friendly, and confidential environment for exploration. Within the practice I can help if you require; one to one therapy, for various aspects of mental health, support through bereavement, need family support, help with parenting or CAMHS.
I am an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and an EMDR therapist registered with EMDR UK and I am DBS approved. I have over 15 years of experience working in Psychological services within the NHS and can offer assessment and treatment for a range of mental health problems. These include, depressions, anxiety, low self esteem and self-worth, PTSD, OCD, personality difficulties and attachment and relational problems, stress and burnout. I am interested in understanding you better, so I can better help you, to understand yourself and the challenges and difficulties you are experiencing
I am an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and an EMDR therapist registered with EMDR UK and I am DBS approved. I have over 15 years of experience working in Psychological services within the NHS and can offer assessment and treatment for a range of mental health problems. These include, depressions, anxiety, low self esteem and self-worth, PTSD, OCD, personality difficulties and attachment and relational problems, stress and burnout. I am interested in understanding you better, so I can better help you, to understand yourself and the challenges and difficulties you are experiencing
Do you have emotional or psychological issues that have been holding you back, maybe for longer than you care to remember? Do you wish to take back control of your life? If the answer is 'yes' this can be your future. I offer a non invasive solution based modality in a calm, safe and secure environment. I also offer a more conventional integrative counselling too, having been very fortunate to learn from someone with 25 years experience in the field, of what works and what doesn't. My own work and personal experience have confirmed this and I wish to share my knowledge and success with you. Feel free to call and find out more.
Do you have emotional or psychological issues that have been holding you back, maybe for longer than you care to remember? Do you wish to take back control of your life? If the answer is 'yes' this can be your future. I offer a non invasive solution based modality in a calm, safe and secure environment. I also offer a more conventional integrative counselling too, having been very fortunate to learn from someone with 25 years experience in the field, of what works and what doesn't. My own work and personal experience have confirmed this and I wish to share my knowledge and success with you. Feel free to call and find out more.
Are you genuinely curious about exploring your inner self and discovering more about your thoughts, emotions, and behaviour's. You may be facing challenges related to mental health, life transitions, or relationships. Do you want a safe and supportive environment to unpack these issues. I can offer guidance in navigating personal struggles, gaining a deeper self-awareness, and developing coping strategies tailored to your unique experiences. Supporting personal growth, and improving your emotional resilience, and health.
Are you genuinely curious about exploring your inner self and discovering more about your thoughts, emotions, and behaviour's. You may be facing challenges related to mental health, life transitions, or relationships. Do you want a safe and supportive environment to unpack these issues. I can offer guidance in navigating personal struggles, gaining a deeper self-awareness, and developing coping strategies tailored to your unique experiences. Supporting personal growth, and improving your emotional resilience, and health.
No two people seek psychotherapy for the same reason, or respond to life events in the same way. So, while one person might deal well with major life events such as trauma, loss, or divorce, others will need more support and benefit from discussing their feelings with a therapist in a compassionate and non-judgemental setting. You may be feeling depressed or anxious or have strong feelings which are triggered by the people or situations around you. If you find yourself always reacting in a way you regret but feel powerless to change negative or destructive patterns, you could benefit from working this through with a therapist.
No two people seek psychotherapy for the same reason, or respond to life events in the same way. So, while one person might deal well with major life events such as trauma, loss, or divorce, others will need more support and benefit from discussing their feelings with a therapist in a compassionate and non-judgemental setting. You may be feeling depressed or anxious or have strong feelings which are triggered by the people or situations around you. If you find yourself always reacting in a way you regret but feel powerless to change negative or destructive patterns, you could benefit from working this through with a therapist.
As a client you might be struggling in life, either in relationships, work or feeling somehow lost, lonely or lacking in motivation. You might be experiencing loss, hardship or unable to find your voice to speak up about things that matter to you. You might feel anxious, angry or frightened. You might be aware of making the same choices in relationships that become difficult or you find it difficult to maintain or leave. Perhaps you have an unhealthy dependency of some sort. Whatever it is you may feel stuck somehow in your life. You may want to find your voice, build confidence, live a life where your choice and identity matter.
As a client you might be struggling in life, either in relationships, work or feeling somehow lost, lonely or lacking in motivation. You might be experiencing loss, hardship or unable to find your voice to speak up about things that matter to you. You might feel anxious, angry or frightened. You might be aware of making the same choices in relationships that become difficult or you find it difficult to maintain or leave. Perhaps you have an unhealthy dependency of some sort. Whatever it is you may feel stuck somehow in your life. You may want to find your voice, build confidence, live a life where your choice and identity matter.
While we all deserve to have a life that we feel secure in and a future that we can look forward to, in reality there are times when this simply isn't the case. It might be that we look for help with overwhelming feelings of anxiety and depression, or a little nagging voice at the back of the mind that says that now is the right time to talk to someone. Or perhaps something quite clear and traumatic has happened. Working together, therapy can become a way of finding the words to make sense of confusing experiences.
While we all deserve to have a life that we feel secure in and a future that we can look forward to, in reality there are times when this simply isn't the case. It might be that we look for help with overwhelming feelings of anxiety and depression, or a little nagging voice at the back of the mind that says that now is the right time to talk to someone. Or perhaps something quite clear and traumatic has happened. Working together, therapy can become a way of finding the words to make sense of confusing experiences.
Hi, I'm Abbie. I am passionate about making therapy more accessible to all so you can better work through the challenges that life throws at you. I believe that everyone deserves the chance to be content & fulfilled in life, unhampered by issues, past or present. We all need support and a helping hand at times to make this happen. This is why I offer counselling and psychotherapy to adults who are struggling with the challenges that life has thrown at them. My service is a professional, impartial, and totally confidential space for you to heal by expressing & exploring your emotions & find a positive way to move forward in life.
Hi, I'm Abbie. I am passionate about making therapy more accessible to all so you can better work through the challenges that life throws at you. I believe that everyone deserves the chance to be content & fulfilled in life, unhampered by issues, past or present. We all need support and a helping hand at times to make this happen. This is why I offer counselling and psychotherapy to adults who are struggling with the challenges that life has thrown at them. My service is a professional, impartial, and totally confidential space for you to heal by expressing & exploring your emotions & find a positive way to move forward in life.
Entering into counselling can be daunting and scary. Whatever it is that brings you to counselling we will work together with a freedom for you to "be" without judgement or criticism. It is often about gaining a greater understanding of where we find ourselves now as well as giving a voice to our experiences and feelings, often for the first time. Together we can work towards a brighter and more positive future for you.
Entering into counselling can be daunting and scary. Whatever it is that brings you to counselling we will work together with a freedom for you to "be" without judgement or criticism. It is often about gaining a greater understanding of where we find ourselves now as well as giving a voice to our experiences and feelings, often for the first time. Together we can work towards a brighter and more positive future for you.
We can all struggle at times but I find it's best not to do this alone, so let's talk about it. Sometimes an outside perspective can help to highlight blindspots in our thought patterns and in our routine ways of being.
Trust, confidentiality and being a positive support in the midst of someone's difficulties are the cornerstones of counselling. Let's meet in a safe space where you can share your story and we'll see what work we can work on, together.
Feeling understood by and having a sense of connection with your counsellor will put you in the best position for a more comfortable experience and promote deeper work together.
We can all struggle at times but I find it's best not to do this alone, so let's talk about it. Sometimes an outside perspective can help to highlight blindspots in our thought patterns and in our routine ways of being.
Trust, confidentiality and being a positive support in the midst of someone's difficulties are the cornerstones of counselling. Let's meet in a safe space where you can share your story and we'll see what work we can work on, together.
Feeling understood by and having a sense of connection with your counsellor will put you in the best position for a more comfortable experience and promote deeper work together.
Do you find it hard to cope? Does life seem increasingly difficult? Perhaps you are struggling with depression or anxiety, or have experienced a trauma which you are struggling to move past. I have worked in a wide range of settings, including NHS Wellbeing Services and can offer an empathetic and confidential service, tailored to your individual goals and needs.
Do you find it hard to cope? Does life seem increasingly difficult? Perhaps you are struggling with depression or anxiety, or have experienced a trauma which you are struggling to move past. I have worked in a wide range of settings, including NHS Wellbeing Services and can offer an empathetic and confidential service, tailored to your individual goals and needs.
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- Clacton-on-Sea
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- Felixstowe
- Hadleigh
- Ipswich
- Martlesham
- Middleton
- Needham Market
- Sudbury
- Tiptree Heath
- Woodbridge
FAQ - About Therapy for Seniors
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.
How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.
How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.
What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.