Counselling in Newbury

Hello! I'm Karen. I'm a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society. I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Oxford. I have many years of experience in both the NHS and private practice. I work with people who are struggling with a variety of complex psychological difficulties such as depression, eating disorders (bulimia, binge eating and others), anxiety (including panic, phobias, social anxiety, health anxiety), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma/PTSD, BDD, low self-esteem and many others. I also offer assessment and diagnosis of ADHD.

Life can be messy and it may feel overwhelming at times. I can offer you a confidential, safe place to talk about yourself and any problems, pain, or issues you may have in your life. Together we can explore what is going on for you and work towards where you want to be. This can be a place to process what has happened and how you relate and interact with those around you. We will focus on you and your needs throughout the therapeutic process.

I offer a safe and non-judgmental space within which to explore your internal world, your hopes and fears and the past experiences that may affect your interactions and way of being in the present with a view to finding freedom from self-limiting beliefs and patterns of behaviour. My aim is to support you as we work together exploring the challenges you face to find clarity, meaning and purpose, facilitate change and fulfill your objectives and potential. In understanding ourselves, exploring unconditionally all that we are, our needs and wants, what motivates and truly inspires us, we can become our authentic Self.

Perhaps you have been feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed. Maybe you are wondering about your purpose in life, or have experienced trauma and you would like some help with difficult thoughts and feelings. Perhaps you don't like yourself very much and feel unworthy. Do you feel alone in trying to deal with what's happened to you and how you feel, or you think that the uncomfortable feelings will never go away? You do want to feel better but are unsure how to start.

Hello, thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I work compassionately, honestly and with gentleness to help you bring about the changes you seek. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or unhelpful thoughts? Perhaps you’ve lost confidence, feel alone or are struggling in an important relationship. Do you feel you are constantly getting stuck in the same patterns and nothing in your life changes? Whatever your reason for seeking help and however difficult things are right now, deciding to work together could be the start of the change you want.

If you're reading this, then you're most likely struggling right now. You might be feeling anxious, depressed or low. You may be angry, sad or stressed by a certain situation in your life. Maybe you've lost direction and meaning, and feel stuck as a result. Or lost someone important to you, either through a bereavement or relationship breakdown. Feelings of despair, fear or hurt can be overwhelming. But...you've started the process of addressing these issues by looking for a counsellor. You've taken the first step. Together, in a collaborative effort, we can look at what is bothering you and attempt to find a way through.

Contemplating counselling or psychotherapy is a daunting prospect, the fact that you are reading this suggests that you have taken the first steps to making sense of feelings and experiences that are troubling you.

Psychologist & CBT Therapist. Psychological insights for successful people wanting to understand themselves in greater depth. I will help you understand and embrace your uniqueness. I also specialise in helping people understand themselves in context of psychological trauma (whether it was bullying, neglect, historical relationship difficulties, or abuse). Proactive, empathetic and warm - if you are questioning what may be holding you back, in work or life, I'd love to work with you.

I'm an integrative counsellor providing support online or by telephone. There are times when life can feel a struggle, thoughts and feelings become overwhelming, or 'you're not yourself' at the moment leading to stress, anxiety, depression, or maybe an inability to cope. This can effect how you manage your day to day life and relationships with others. Perhaps for an isolated incident such as bereavement or long term thoughts/feelings/experiences or anything in-between. Counselling has been shown to help. Feedback from my clients has identified a deeper understanding of themselves and positive change in their life and relationships.

I am a fully qualified Humanistic Counsellor offering a blended approach of Person Centred, Gestalt and Transactional analysis. I consider myself to be approachable, warm and reliable, with an ability to establish empathic and non-judgemental relationships, in a discreet and safe environment. Working collaboratively, I can help you explore emotional difficulties and provide understanding of issues that prevent you feeling happy and healthy, and reaching your full potential in life. I have held positions in the corporate world, charity sector and worked as a florist. I love walking, the sea and the healing power of nature.

Life can be overwhelming sometimes, and we can all feel that our fears and issues are controlling our lives and holding us back. Therapy can help to overcome issues that may have been having a negative impact on our lives and help us to redefine our boundaries in life. Sometimes we need more support with life if we are going through an anxious or stressful time and this is when Therapy can help. I offer a completely confidential and non-judgemental environment to talk and explore your options for taking control of your life and making changes. I specialise in offering support for Relationships, Anxiety and Bereavement.

How are you? Think again, how are you really? In life, we often ignore how we actually feel and just “get on” with it. Quite often the parts of us that we ignore can impact our lives on a daily basis without us really noticing it, causing problems and issues that seem confusing. Does this sound like you? Or you may know exactly what the issues are but feel like you don’t know how to sort them out or where to start. I can help. My name is Julie, and I am a professional counsellor helping clients discover their hidden potential, empowering them to change and grow.

Are you finding your marriage or relationship to be really hard right now? Is it full of tension, disappointment or heartache? Perhaps you are arguing more and you just don't look forward to spending time with your partner anymore. Do you wish you could feel the way you felt about them when you first decided to make a commitment to each other? I'm guessing you want to feel seen and heard, like you matter and like your thoughts and feelings matter, too. You don't just want to be going through the motions of being close, but want something that feels special and secure.

Speaking Minds Counselling. I have experience in counselling adults, children and young people age 11+, dealing with: anger issues, anxiety, bereavement, coping with life changes, depression, disabilities, low self-esteem or low self-confidence, overcoming fears and phobias and relationship issues. I am trained in Gestalt therapy, which is a form of psychotherapy centred on increasing a person's awareness, freedom, and self-direction. It focuses on the present moment rather than past experiences. Gestalt therapy is based on the idea that people are influenced by their present environment.

I wonder what is on your mind at the moment? You may be experiencing overwhelming feelings, struggling with relationship problems, or feeling stuck in your life. I am here to help you share any burden you might be carrying. I am an experienced Psychodynamic Counsellor and am here to listen to your story. I offer you a safe and non-judgemental space where you can talk freely and be heard and accepted. Having a safe space to talk can have a powerful and positive impact on mental health, where you do not feel alone to face the challenges.

No Waffle, guaranteed. My approach is straightforward and effective, focusing on addressing your unique needs and challenges. With a deep understanding of various therapeutic techniques, I offer a simplified yet highly personalized counselling experience to help you achieve your goals and navigate life's difficulties. My goal is to provide you with the support and guidance you need to make positive changes and find greater well-being. You will be heard, validated, and supported throughout our sessions together.

You may be suffering with feelings of stress, anxiety, or depression; or emotions which gush out disproportionately to what seems to have triggered them; struggling in relationships which cause you distress; or recent events may have brought to the surface painful feelings which seem hard to manage or which feel confusing. Whatever is troubling you, I offer a safe space to explore and work through it together. For me psychotherapy is not only for those with a diagnosable psychological issue, or for someone who can be labelled as having something 'wrong' with them, it can benefit anyone who wants to get more out of life.

I specialise in working with young people between the ages of 11 and 25 with experience supporting in a wide range of presenting issues including anxiety, anger, self-harm, trauma, relationships and family conflicts. You or your child might just be searching for a place to talk in confidence about how difficult feelings and emotions are impacting every day life in a world that feels increasingly demanding and complex. Whatever the reason my role is to enable my client to explore their feelings and emotions, their present and past experiences and perhaps rediscover what is important to them.

When we need help, we can feel confused, overwhelmed with complex options for support and ultimately vulnerable on top of our initial difficulties. Who can we turn to with our most personal and painful struggles? Who can we trust to support our journey to reclaiming ourselves?