Counselling for Elderly in Radstock
I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural psychotherapist of over 25years. I work in community Adult Mental Health Services and at a University, I have worked in CAMHS services in the NHS and in private settings. I also offer CBT clinical supervision to peers. I have extensive experience working closely with clients and their families to help people identify what they want to achieve from therapy and help them achieve their therapy targets.
I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural psychotherapist of over 25years. I work in community Adult Mental Health Services and at a University, I have worked in CAMHS services in the NHS and in private settings. I also offer CBT clinical supervision to peers. I have extensive experience working closely with clients and their families to help people identify what they want to achieve from therapy and help them achieve their therapy targets.
I am an integrative counsellor, supervisor and Lecturer. I suit your individual needs to different approaches to achieve the best possible outcome for you.
Whatever is on your mind then we will work through it together, our relationship and trust is the foundation of our work together.
I am an integrative counsellor, supervisor and Lecturer. I suit your individual needs to different approaches to achieve the best possible outcome for you.
Whatever is on your mind then we will work through it together, our relationship and trust is the foundation of our work together.
You show up. You keep managing. But privately, you wonder how much longer you can keep going like this.
I work with adults in their 20s, 30s and 40s who are holding it together on the outside while running low on the inside. Burnout that crept up slowly. Work stress that follows you home. Relationship patterns that repeat no matter how much you try to change them.
I also work with people who have recently discovered or beginning to suspect that they may be autistic, ADHD or AuDHD or who simply feel like they're performing a version of themselves rather than bringing their true selves.
You show up. You keep managing. But privately, you wonder how much longer you can keep going like this.
I work with adults in their 20s, 30s and 40s who are holding it together on the outside while running low on the inside. Burnout that crept up slowly. Work stress that follows you home. Relationship patterns that repeat no matter how much you try to change them.
I also work with people who have recently discovered or beginning to suspect that they may be autistic, ADHD or AuDHD or who simply feel like they're performing a version of themselves rather than bringing their true selves.
When we feel stuck, experience difficult emotions, or the challenges we are negotiating are distressing, finding a space to work through and move beyond such difficulties can feel overwhelming in itself. Through working together with you, I aim to create a space where you can explore, make sense of and manage distress, address challenges, build psychological resilience and mental well-being, while supporting you to develop skills and strategies for long-term mental health benefits.
When we feel stuck, experience difficult emotions, or the challenges we are negotiating are distressing, finding a space to work through and move beyond such difficulties can feel overwhelming in itself. Through working together with you, I aim to create a space where you can explore, make sense of and manage distress, address challenges, build psychological resilience and mental well-being, while supporting you to develop skills and strategies for long-term mental health benefits.
Do you feel like it is difficult to reach your partner emotionally, are you being stone walled, afraid of conflict or are you people pleasing for a quiet life? Do you have a pattern of being submissive, passive aggressive or unable to effectively communicate your wants and needs? Do you feel like you and your partner don’t understand each other or feel as if you have married your mother or father? Couples therapy aims to uncover reactionary aspects of yourself that lead to discontent and a loss of connection and intimacy in your relationship. We will examine unhelpful dynamics and behavioural patterns and explore where you are stuck
Do you feel like it is difficult to reach your partner emotionally, are you being stone walled, afraid of conflict or are you people pleasing for a quiet life? Do you have a pattern of being submissive, passive aggressive or unable to effectively communicate your wants and needs? Do you feel like you and your partner don’t understand each other or feel as if you have married your mother or father? Couples therapy aims to uncover reactionary aspects of yourself that lead to discontent and a loss of connection and intimacy in your relationship. We will examine unhelpful dynamics and behavioural patterns and explore where you are stuck
You may feel overwhelmed, unseen, or unsure how to make sense of your identity, past or present. Perhaps you’re LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, or carrying trauma. Maybe early experiences shaped how you see yourself, and you’re ready for that to change. You want someone who understands without judgment. You’re hoping to unmask, understand and share your emotions, heal old wounds, and grow into a steadier sense of who you are and what you want. Most of all, you’re longing for a safe, warm space where you can finally feel understood and supported.
You may feel overwhelmed, unseen, or unsure how to make sense of your identity, past or present. Perhaps you’re LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, or carrying trauma. Maybe early experiences shaped how you see yourself, and you’re ready for that to change. You want someone who understands without judgment. You’re hoping to unmask, understand and share your emotions, heal old wounds, and grow into a steadier sense of who you are and what you want. Most of all, you’re longing for a safe, warm space where you can finally feel understood and supported.
What do you need? It is sometimes helpful to ask yourself - "What are my main goals as I go for counselling? What is important to me right now? How would I like to change?" Often all someone needs is some quality time and space to be able to be themselves, and be heard - not feeling judged no matter what they say, and feel some compassion from somebody who cares. In the busy and sometimes harsh world in which we live, I provide that space for you to come as you are, work with your expressed goals, rediscover a new way forward, and deal with the problems you are experiencing. Often people find a positive change in this scenario.
What do you need? It is sometimes helpful to ask yourself - "What are my main goals as I go for counselling? What is important to me right now? How would I like to change?" Often all someone needs is some quality time and space to be able to be themselves, and be heard - not feeling judged no matter what they say, and feel some compassion from somebody who cares. In the busy and sometimes harsh world in which we live, I provide that space for you to come as you are, work with your expressed goals, rediscover a new way forward, and deal with the problems you are experiencing. Often people find a positive change in this scenario.
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I work with adults across the UK who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling to make sense of their emotions. You might be dealing with grief, life changes, or a sense that something isn’t quite right, even if you can’t fully explain why. I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and feel heard. Together, we gently explore your experiences, helping you gain clarity, process difficult feelings, and move forward at a pace that feels right for you.
I work with adults across the UK who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling to make sense of their emotions. You might be dealing with grief, life changes, or a sense that something isn’t quite right, even if you can’t fully explain why. I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and feel heard. Together, we gently explore your experiences, helping you gain clarity, process difficult feelings, and move forward at a pace that feels right for you.
Hello, my name is Tracy, i am the owner of North Petherton counselling. I am a integrative counsellor. As an integrative counsellor, I believe there isn’t just one therapeutic approach that can help a client in all situations. Instead, i take into account you as an individual and your circumstances, and use elements of different approaches to help you explore and cope with your challenges.
I am licensed in the UK, I have experience in helping clients with ADHD. Stress and Anxiety, Trauma, Abuse, Depression and more. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear
Hello, my name is Tracy, i am the owner of North Petherton counselling. I am a integrative counsellor. As an integrative counsellor, I believe there isn’t just one therapeutic approach that can help a client in all situations. Instead, i take into account you as an individual and your circumstances, and use elements of different approaches to help you explore and cope with your challenges.
I am licensed in the UK, I have experience in helping clients with ADHD. Stress and Anxiety, Trauma, Abuse, Depression and more. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear
Hello,my name is Susan
No matter what you bring to counselling, I offer a kind, safe, welcoming space for you to explore your concerns at your own pace. Your counselling journey will be a unique reflection of you and your needs. You may already know what brings you to counselling or you may discover this on your journey
Counselling lends itself both to short-term work, for example, to help you identify current challenges and action changes and longer term work, if you wish perhaps to gain a better understanding of established behaviour patterns or how your childhood, relationships or past development can continue to impact you
Hello,my name is Susan
No matter what you bring to counselling, I offer a kind, safe, welcoming space for you to explore your concerns at your own pace. Your counselling journey will be a unique reflection of you and your needs. You may already know what brings you to counselling or you may discover this on your journey
Counselling lends itself both to short-term work, for example, to help you identify current challenges and action changes and longer term work, if you wish perhaps to gain a better understanding of established behaviour patterns or how your childhood, relationships or past development can continue to impact you
If you need to talk I’m here to listen. I'm an friendly & approachable Person Centred counsellor. If you reach out to me, I'll do my best to help. I work individually with adult clients (18+). Often when we face issues we can't resolve on our own we can feel stuck, frustrated and angry. We can also be highly self critical. Overthinking can leave us exhausted. You don't have to face this alone. Whatever you are dealing with, talking this through with a an experienced professional can make all the difference. Therapy can help with: Offloading, gaining insight, coping better, developing tools & strategies, managing & resolving issues.
If you need to talk I’m here to listen. I'm an friendly & approachable Person Centred counsellor. If you reach out to me, I'll do my best to help. I work individually with adult clients (18+). Often when we face issues we can't resolve on our own we can feel stuck, frustrated and angry. We can also be highly self critical. Overthinking can leave us exhausted. You don't have to face this alone. Whatever you are dealing with, talking this through with a an experienced professional can make all the difference. Therapy can help with: Offloading, gaining insight, coping better, developing tools & strategies, managing & resolving issues.
Hi, I'm Nicola, an integrative counsellor, providing online and telephone counselling. I offer a safe, confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I have experience of working with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, trauma and abuse, as well as grief, loss and bereavement. My approach is adaptable and shaped to fit your individual needs and situation, allowing us to collaboratively find a way forward that works for you. As a therapist with both professional training and lived experience of ADHD, I can provide a neuro-affirming space that blends clinical expertise with personal understanding.
Hi, I'm Nicola, an integrative counsellor, providing online and telephone counselling. I offer a safe, confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I have experience of working with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, trauma and abuse, as well as grief, loss and bereavement. My approach is adaptable and shaped to fit your individual needs and situation, allowing us to collaboratively find a way forward that works for you. As a therapist with both professional training and lived experience of ADHD, I can provide a neuro-affirming space that blends clinical expertise with personal understanding.
I’m Mike, a qualified counsellor and supervisor with extensive experience supporting adults and young people for over 10 years. I work in a person-centred way using an integrative approach, drawing on humanistic, CBT, Mindfulness, solution-focused, and creative methods. I hold a Level 5 Diploma and am an accredited member of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (MNCPS Acc.). I offer face-to-face sessions in Puriton, as well as online and telephone counselling. The sessional fees are sliding scale £35–£65.
I’m Mike, a qualified counsellor and supervisor with extensive experience supporting adults and young people for over 10 years. I work in a person-centred way using an integrative approach, drawing on humanistic, CBT, Mindfulness, solution-focused, and creative methods. I hold a Level 5 Diploma and am an accredited member of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (MNCPS Acc.). I offer face-to-face sessions in Puriton, as well as online and telephone counselling. The sessional fees are sliding scale £35–£65.
You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed or quietly burnt out, as though you are constantly managing, masking or holding things together. Your mind might feel busy or intense, emotions hard to make sense of, or relationships more draining than they should be. You may be neurodivergent, work in a creative field, or simply feel different or misunderstood. What you want is not to be fixed, but to feel understood, calmer and more connected to yourself, with space to make sense of what is happening for you now and find a steadier way forward.
You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed or quietly burnt out, as though you are constantly managing, masking or holding things together. Your mind might feel busy or intense, emotions hard to make sense of, or relationships more draining than they should be. You may be neurodivergent, work in a creative field, or simply feel different or misunderstood. What you want is not to be fixed, but to feel understood, calmer and more connected to yourself, with space to make sense of what is happening for you now and find a steadier way forward.
My name is Laila and I am a fully-qualified Person-Centred Counsellor. I currently work with adults of any age or background, in person and online.
I have availability during the day on Tuesdays and Thursdays, as well as some late afternoon/early evening availability on Mondays and Wednesdays.
My name is Laila and I am a fully-qualified Person-Centred Counsellor. I currently work with adults of any age or background, in person and online.
I have availability during the day on Tuesdays and Thursdays, as well as some late afternoon/early evening availability on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Hi, my name's Holly, I am both a couples counsellor and individual counsellor. I’m a genuine, happy, and non-judgemental therapist, and my aim is to support you whether you’re facing personal challenges or working to strengthen your relationship. If you choose me as your therapist, we can explore what feels most helpful for you, drawing on my wealth of experience of approaches such as Person-Centred Therapy, Gestalt, CBT and psychoeducation, until hopefully, you become a happier version of yourself. Free 30 minute chats available with no-obligation :)
Hi, my name's Holly, I am both a couples counsellor and individual counsellor. I’m a genuine, happy, and non-judgemental therapist, and my aim is to support you whether you’re facing personal challenges or working to strengthen your relationship. If you choose me as your therapist, we can explore what feels most helpful for you, drawing on my wealth of experience of approaches such as Person-Centred Therapy, Gestalt, CBT and psychoeducation, until hopefully, you become a happier version of yourself. Free 30 minute chats available with no-obligation :)
You are holding it all together, but are you living fully? On paper, everything looks fine, but inside, you feel exhausted and disconnected by the effort of holding up the mask of 'being fine'. You wake up tense, shutting down to your partner or reacting to small things. This isn't a failure; it's an old survival strategy. As a child, you learned to suppress your needs to be safe. Now, your nervous system is stuck on high alert, keeping you small and exhausted. If you are tired of merely functioning and feel that niggling sense that you are missing out on your own life, I am here to help you come back to yourself.
You are holding it all together, but are you living fully? On paper, everything looks fine, but inside, you feel exhausted and disconnected by the effort of holding up the mask of 'being fine'. You wake up tense, shutting down to your partner or reacting to small things. This isn't a failure; it's an old survival strategy. As a child, you learned to suppress your needs to be safe. Now, your nervous system is stuck on high alert, keeping you small and exhausted. If you are tired of merely functioning and feel that niggling sense that you are missing out on your own life, I am here to help you come back to yourself.
What happened to us, doesn't have to define us. The narrative of our issues can be transformed in something different. A healing story that can give you empowerment and freedom. We can feel angry, anxious, frozen, stuck but we may not always know why. You may look for happiness or you feel you are lost. Or perhaps, you still don't know what's missing. Regardless, I understand it's important for you to know how to cope and what really matters to you. Finding and challenging your personal story, may give you the answers you are looking for. I can help with that!
What happened to us, doesn't have to define us. The narrative of our issues can be transformed in something different. A healing story that can give you empowerment and freedom. We can feel angry, anxious, frozen, stuck but we may not always know why. You may look for happiness or you feel you are lost. Or perhaps, you still don't know what's missing. Regardless, I understand it's important for you to know how to cope and what really matters to you. Finding and challenging your personal story, may give you the answers you are looking for. I can help with that!
Hi I’m Charlotte, a Counsellor working creatively with Psychotherapy in Stroud, online & limited in person. I have been working therapeutically for over 11 years with adults and young people. I include creative methods for opportunity for exploration but can also stick to the simple talking style. I support my clients with compassionate conversation, mental health tools and emotional regulation skills to process the physical/emotional pain, restoring self-esteem.
Hi I’m Charlotte, a Counsellor working creatively with Psychotherapy in Stroud, online & limited in person. I have been working therapeutically for over 11 years with adults and young people. I include creative methods for opportunity for exploration but can also stick to the simple talking style. I support my clients with compassionate conversation, mental health tools and emotional regulation skills to process the physical/emotional pain, restoring self-esteem.
I have been working as a practitioner psychologist and as a CBT therapist for over 10 years.. I also use Acceptance and Commitment techniques too. I am chartered with the British Psychological Society and registered with the HCPC. Please see my website resolvingpain for more information. I offer therapy F2F or via Teams .
I have been working as a practitioner psychologist and as a CBT therapist for over 10 years.. I also use Acceptance and Commitment techniques too. I am chartered with the British Psychological Society and registered with the HCPC. Please see my website resolvingpain for more information. I offer therapy F2F or via Teams .
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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.