Counselling in Oxford
I am a dedicated sex and relationship therapist with a strong foundation in trauma-informed practice. My work focuses on helping individuals and couples navigate intimacy, communication, desire, and relational patterns with compassion, clarity, and professionalism. I support clients in exploring their sexual wellbeing and relationship dynamics within a safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental space.
Alongside my specialist focus, I work extensively with anxiety, depression, and trauma-related challenges, especially when these experiences impact relationships or emotional regulation.
I am a dedicated sex and relationship therapist with a strong foundation in trauma-informed practice. My work focuses on helping individuals and couples navigate intimacy, communication, desire, and relational patterns with compassion, clarity, and professionalism. I support clients in exploring their sexual wellbeing and relationship dynamics within a safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental space.
Alongside my specialist focus, I work extensively with anxiety, depression, and trauma-related challenges, especially when these experiences impact relationships or emotional regulation.
If your daughter's late neurodivergence diagnosis, Autism, ADHD, or AuDHD, has left you looking back at years of experiences differently, whilst still trying to hold everything together for everyone else, you are not alone.
Alongside the overwhelm and uncertainty, there can be relief, recognition, pride, and a complicated kind of grief. You may be questioning your own identity, renegotiating relationships, or carrying a guilt that isn't really yours to carry.
You may also be wondering, quietly, whether any of this applies to you.
If your daughter's late neurodivergence diagnosis, Autism, ADHD, or AuDHD, has left you looking back at years of experiences differently, whilst still trying to hold everything together for everyone else, you are not alone.
Alongside the overwhelm and uncertainty, there can be relief, recognition, pride, and a complicated kind of grief. You may be questioning your own identity, renegotiating relationships, or carrying a guilt that isn't really yours to carry.
You may also be wondering, quietly, whether any of this applies to you.
Seeking therapy can be a confusing process; one complicated by the fact that many come during a time of crisis. I provide a supportive, confidential space where we can think openly, free of judgement, about different aspects of you and your life. I offer psychodynamic counselling and psychotherapy, both once and twice a week at a private clinic in Headington, Oxford.
Seeking therapy can be a confusing process; one complicated by the fact that many come during a time of crisis. I provide a supportive, confidential space where we can think openly, free of judgement, about different aspects of you and your life. I offer psychodynamic counselling and psychotherapy, both once and twice a week at a private clinic in Headington, Oxford.
I am specialist in supporting children, adolescents, parents and families. I also work relationally with individual adults. I offer a range of psychological services, including child assessments, child treatment, help for parents and individual therapy. Whatever the need may be, I can help to make sense of current challenges, dilemmas and strengths. I will utilise evidence-based approaches to tailor a bespoke package of intervention. I have over 18 years experience of working in mental-health services in the NHS, local authority, third sector and independent settings. I am the founder of Raising Minds Child and Family Psychology.
I am specialist in supporting children, adolescents, parents and families. I also work relationally with individual adults. I offer a range of psychological services, including child assessments, child treatment, help for parents and individual therapy. Whatever the need may be, I can help to make sense of current challenges, dilemmas and strengths. I will utilise evidence-based approaches to tailor a bespoke package of intervention. I have over 18 years experience of working in mental-health services in the NHS, local authority, third sector and independent settings. I am the founder of Raising Minds Child and Family Psychology.
I help high-achieving adults overcome difficulties rooted in growing up between cultures.
You may have achieved your parents’ and grandparents’ wildest dreams, but feel there’s something missing.
Outwardly, you show few signs that things are wrong; internally, there is an increasing mismatch between your public self and your inner life.
My work has taught me that feelings of alienation, emptiness, and uncertainty are central to the experience of those who grew up between cultures. Ironically, accomplishments make it easier for internal struggles to go unnoticed, by others and ourselves.
I help high-achieving adults overcome difficulties rooted in growing up between cultures.
You may have achieved your parents’ and grandparents’ wildest dreams, but feel there’s something missing.
Outwardly, you show few signs that things are wrong; internally, there is an increasing mismatch between your public self and your inner life.
My work has taught me that feelings of alienation, emptiness, and uncertainty are central to the experience of those who grew up between cultures. Ironically, accomplishments make it easier for internal struggles to go unnoticed, by others and ourselves.
Are you looking for affordable therapy to help you navigate challenges like anxiety, negative thinking patterns, overwhelm, or repeating cycles? Building new habits, solving problems, and finding tangible ways of coping can feel tough, which is why I offer affordable therapy to make quality professional support accessible to you. As an accredited practitioner, I provide a safe, warm, and highly inclusive space where your unique background, culture, and story are fully respected. Together, we will look at what is troubling you, untangle complex experiences, and find practical ways to cope so you can confidently move forward."
Are you looking for affordable therapy to help you navigate challenges like anxiety, negative thinking patterns, overwhelm, or repeating cycles? Building new habits, solving problems, and finding tangible ways of coping can feel tough, which is why I offer affordable therapy to make quality professional support accessible to you. As an accredited practitioner, I provide a safe, warm, and highly inclusive space where your unique background, culture, and story are fully respected. Together, we will look at what is troubling you, untangle complex experiences, and find practical ways to cope so you can confidently move forward."
Hi I'm Judit. I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to begin looking for a therapist. You may be feeling anxious, stressed, struggling with depression, burnout, relationship challenges, or health challenges. If you’re here, you might be looking for a space where you can talk openly and begin to understand what’s happening for you. I want to acknowledge the strength it takes to seek support, and to help you decide whether I might be the right therapist for you. I’d like to share a little about how I work.
Hi I'm Judit. I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to begin looking for a therapist. You may be feeling anxious, stressed, struggling with depression, burnout, relationship challenges, or health challenges. If you’re here, you might be looking for a space where you can talk openly and begin to understand what’s happening for you. I want to acknowledge the strength it takes to seek support, and to help you decide whether I might be the right therapist for you. I’d like to share a little about how I work.
I have been working as a counsellor in training since 2015, I have experience in working with a number of issues, including; low mood, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, and lack of confidence, among others.
I have been working as a counsellor in training since 2015, I have experience in working with a number of issues, including; low mood, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, and lack of confidence, among others.
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the HCPC. I am also a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, with additional training in systemic approaches with AFT, and in Clinical Neuropsychiatry. Alongside my private practice, I have worked within NHS and European public healthcare services since 2019.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, trauma, pain, sleep problems, or feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. I often work with people navigating change - whether this follows diagnosis, injury, or life event, or reflects a quieter sense that something no longer feels as it once did.
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the HCPC. I am also a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, with additional training in systemic approaches with AFT, and in Clinical Neuropsychiatry. Alongside my private practice, I have worked within NHS and European public healthcare services since 2019.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, trauma, pain, sleep problems, or feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. I often work with people navigating change - whether this follows diagnosis, injury, or life event, or reflects a quieter sense that something no longer feels as it once did.
If you're thinking of reaching out to a therapist, it's likely something in your life doesn't feel right - and you’re not sure how to fix it. If you are struggling with persistent patterns you are struggling to break, therapy can help you make sense of what feels stuck or unresolved, and move towards a fuller, more connected life.
Whatever is bringing you here, I aim to offer a confidential space where you feel safe, understood, and not alone in working through it. My goal is that clients develop a more secure, empathetic relationship with themselves - after all, it's the longest and most crucial relationship we all have!
If you're thinking of reaching out to a therapist, it's likely something in your life doesn't feel right - and you’re not sure how to fix it. If you are struggling with persistent patterns you are struggling to break, therapy can help you make sense of what feels stuck or unresolved, and move towards a fuller, more connected life.
Whatever is bringing you here, I aim to offer a confidential space where you feel safe, understood, and not alone in working through it. My goal is that clients develop a more secure, empathetic relationship with themselves - after all, it's the longest and most crucial relationship we all have!
I'm Andrew, a qualified integrative counsellor grounded in person-centred values, offering a calm, confidential, and non-judgmental space for you to be yourself and take ownership of your journey. I understand how mental health struggles like anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, and trauma can impact every part of life, and I'm here to support you at your own pace.
I'm Andrew, a qualified integrative counsellor grounded in person-centred values, offering a calm, confidential, and non-judgmental space for you to be yourself and take ownership of your journey. I understand how mental health struggles like anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, and trauma can impact every part of life, and I'm here to support you at your own pace.
I am an experienced and highly trained Integrative Body Psychotherapist, Couples Psychotherapist and Trauma Recovery Specialist, Supervisor, Consultant and Trainer having been in the field for over 29 years. I help you experientially with life and relationship challenges in a mind, body and spirit process. I include the neurobiology of relationship, attachment, internal parts systems, transgenerational trauma recovery, birth psychology and transpersonal realms.
We are in some challenging times and there is opportunity for both support with 'here and now issues' and deeper exploration of who you are becoming.
I am an experienced and highly trained Integrative Body Psychotherapist, Couples Psychotherapist and Trauma Recovery Specialist, Supervisor, Consultant and Trainer having been in the field for over 29 years. I help you experientially with life and relationship challenges in a mind, body and spirit process. I include the neurobiology of relationship, attachment, internal parts systems, transgenerational trauma recovery, birth psychology and transpersonal realms.
We are in some challenging times and there is opportunity for both support with 'here and now issues' and deeper exploration of who you are becoming.
As a UKCP-accredited psychodynamic therapist with a four-year postgraduate training at Oxford University, I provide a private, confidential space for individuals, couples, and polycules. My work focuses on examining the unconscious patterns influencing your life, relationships, and wellbeing. Whether you are dealing with acute distress or seeking to explore long-standing personal dynamics, I offer a professional, contained environment. I believe lasting change is achieved by working through root causes while simultaneously addressing the symptoms—such as anxiety, depression, or relational disconnection—that bring you to therapy.
As a UKCP-accredited psychodynamic therapist with a four-year postgraduate training at Oxford University, I provide a private, confidential space for individuals, couples, and polycules. My work focuses on examining the unconscious patterns influencing your life, relationships, and wellbeing. Whether you are dealing with acute distress or seeking to explore long-standing personal dynamics, I offer a professional, contained environment. I believe lasting change is achieved by working through root causes while simultaneously addressing the symptoms—such as anxiety, depression, or relational disconnection—that bring you to therapy.
Hello, I’m Julia-Sophie (she/her). I’m a fully qualified and UKCP-accredited psychotherapist (MSc) offering short- and long-term therapy to adults, both in person and online.
I offer a warm and supportive space where we can make sense of what’s happening in your life, explore what matters to you, and create space for greater clarity, understanding and meaningful change.
Reaching out can sometimes be the hardest part. You’re very welcome to get in touch, ask any questions, and see whether working together feels right for you.
Hello, I’m Julia-Sophie (she/her). I’m a fully qualified and UKCP-accredited psychotherapist (MSc) offering short- and long-term therapy to adults, both in person and online.
I offer a warm and supportive space where we can make sense of what’s happening in your life, explore what matters to you, and create space for greater clarity, understanding and meaningful change.
Reaching out can sometimes be the hardest part. You’re very welcome to get in touch, ask any questions, and see whether working together feels right for you.
Hello there, I am Hannah, and I hold a postgraduate diploma in Psychosynthesis Counselling (PGdip), and I am a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP). I imagine you are here because you are struggling right now. Perhaps you are feeling lost, stuck or confused. I aim to offer a warm, accepting space for you to work through whatever you bring, so that you can better understand yourself and your needs.
Hello there, I am Hannah, and I hold a postgraduate diploma in Psychosynthesis Counselling (PGdip), and I am a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP). I imagine you are here because you are struggling right now. Perhaps you are feeling lost, stuck or confused. I aim to offer a warm, accepting space for you to work through whatever you bring, so that you can better understand yourself and your needs.
Dr Judith Zur is a highly specialist clinical psychologist and Marital/Family therapist and Social Anthropologist with over thirty years’ experience of providing psychological and counselling interventions, consultation and supervision in the NHS and non-statutory settings in the UK and abroad. She is a caring and professional person experienced working successfully with individuals of all ages, couples and families on a wide range of issues both in her private consultation room and online. Judith´s therapeutic approach is non-judgemental, collaborative, empathic and person/couple-centred.
Dr Judith Zur is a highly specialist clinical psychologist and Marital/Family therapist and Social Anthropologist with over thirty years’ experience of providing psychological and counselling interventions, consultation and supervision in the NHS and non-statutory settings in the UK and abroad. She is a caring and professional person experienced working successfully with individuals of all ages, couples and families on a wide range of issues both in her private consultation room and online. Judith´s therapeutic approach is non-judgemental, collaborative, empathic and person/couple-centred.
I am a BABCP accredited CBT therapist with many years of experience. I work with a wide range of problems, including Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Low self esteem/imposter syndrome, Trauma/PTSD.
Through personalized sessions, I work with individuals to identify negative thought patterns and behaviors, and develop strategies to overcome them. My goal is to empower my clients to manage their challenges and live a more fulfilling life.
I am a BABCP accredited CBT therapist with many years of experience. I work with a wide range of problems, including Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Low self esteem/imposter syndrome, Trauma/PTSD.
Through personalized sessions, I work with individuals to identify negative thought patterns and behaviors, and develop strategies to overcome them. My goal is to empower my clients to manage their challenges and live a more fulfilling life.
Neurodivergent individuals are more likely to experience mental health difficulties, yet often find themselves feeling misunderstood by professionals. Drawing on my personal and professional background, I offer affirming and inclusive therapy both online and face-to-face in Headington and Summertown. I work primarily with autistic and ADHD clients experiencing a wide range of issues, including trauma, relationship difficulties, anxiety, low mood, procrastination, perfectionism, disordered eating, and difficulties regulating emotions. I also support those who may be at the early stages of exploring their identity.
Neurodivergent individuals are more likely to experience mental health difficulties, yet often find themselves feeling misunderstood by professionals. Drawing on my personal and professional background, I offer affirming and inclusive therapy both online and face-to-face in Headington and Summertown. I work primarily with autistic and ADHD clients experiencing a wide range of issues, including trauma, relationship difficulties, anxiety, low mood, procrastination, perfectionism, disordered eating, and difficulties regulating emotions. I also support those who may be at the early stages of exploring their identity.
I offer counselling and therapeutic coaching. Clients will come to me with a range of problems and often feel some confusion and simply need to talk. In our work we will clarify the problem and see what is most challenging for you at the present time. We will discover where this confusion arises in the body and mind and begin to understand where it began: Perhaps this has been triggered in the past: by an environment, people, a person, upbringing etc. The work we do is compassionate and kind. My purpose is to help you find your way out of the confusion and suffering, so you can find purpose, meaning and peace in your life.
I offer counselling and therapeutic coaching. Clients will come to me with a range of problems and often feel some confusion and simply need to talk. In our work we will clarify the problem and see what is most challenging for you at the present time. We will discover where this confusion arises in the body and mind and begin to understand where it began: Perhaps this has been triggered in the past: by an environment, people, a person, upbringing etc. The work we do is compassionate and kind. My purpose is to help you find your way out of the confusion and suffering, so you can find purpose, meaning and peace in your life.
I offer therapy for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, workplace difficulties, loss and childhood trauma, as well as for difficulties which don't fall neatly into a category. My work focuses on making sense of unhappiness, understanding causes and developing solutions. I also work with children and parents on a wide range of issues including: emotional distress (e.g. anxiety, anger, depression) behavioural problems (e.g.temper tantrums, defiance, impulsivity) attachment difficulties learning disabilities fears and phobias sleep, eating, & toiletting
I offer therapy for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, workplace difficulties, loss and childhood trauma, as well as for difficulties which don't fall neatly into a category. My work focuses on making sense of unhappiness, understanding causes and developing solutions. I also work with children and parents on a wide range of issues including: emotional distress (e.g. anxiety, anger, depression) behavioural problems (e.g.temper tantrums, defiance, impulsivity) attachment difficulties learning disabilities fears and phobias sleep, eating, & toiletting
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Oxford
400+
Average cost per session
£74
Counsellors in Oxford who prioritize treating:
| 90% | Anxiety |
| 83% | Depression |
| 81% | Self Esteem |
| 79% | Relationship Issues |
| 76% | Stress |
| 65% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 65% | Complex PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 77% | Aviva |
| 67% | AXA PPP |
| 62% | Vitality |
How Counsellors in Oxford see their clients
| 72% | In Person and Online | |
| 28% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 75% | Female | |
| 24% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Oxford?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.
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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.