Geriatric Counselling in Saint Ives
Hi, I hope your search for a therapist is going well. It can be a difficult process, but it is important to find a therapist who feels right for you. The relationship with your therapist is, on average, more helpful than their training and experience. Person-centred therapy is a relationship. It is not dependent on medical diagnoses, yet can help with all conditions. It is well proven to be as effective as other leading therapies, but uniquely it puts the client at the centre of the process. There is no 'you have x or y' or 'you should do this'. The right questions, and answers, will come from within in our conversations.
Hi, I hope your search for a therapist is going well. It can be a difficult process, but it is important to find a therapist who feels right for you. The relationship with your therapist is, on average, more helpful than their training and experience. Person-centred therapy is a relationship. It is not dependent on medical diagnoses, yet can help with all conditions. It is well proven to be as effective as other leading therapies, but uniquely it puts the client at the centre of the process. There is no 'you have x or y' or 'you should do this'. The right questions, and answers, will come from within in our conversations.
You may not know exactly what's wrong or have the words - just that something feels different. You may be feeling more anxious or overwhelmed, your confidence has changed, you're coping with bereavement, loss or change, finding relationships difficult, or simply feeling that you’re not quite yourself. You don’t need to know exactly what’s wrong or what you need from counselling before getting in touch. Sometimes, simply knowing you’d like things to feel different is enough.
You may not know exactly what's wrong or have the words - just that something feels different. You may be feeling more anxious or overwhelmed, your confidence has changed, you're coping with bereavement, loss or change, finding relationships difficult, or simply feeling that you’re not quite yourself. You don’t need to know exactly what’s wrong or what you need from counselling before getting in touch. Sometimes, simply knowing you’d like things to feel different is enough.
I believe we all deserve to feel truly heard and that sometimes the smallest moments of connection can make the biggest difference. I’m a warm, approachable, person-centred counsellor offering a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore your feelings at your own pace.
Before becoming a counsellor, I spent eight years as a funeral director, supporting people through bereavement and loss. This experience gave me a deep understanding of grief in all its forms and the importance of having somewhere safe to express difficult emotions.
I believe we all deserve to feel truly heard and that sometimes the smallest moments of connection can make the biggest difference. I’m a warm, approachable, person-centred counsellor offering a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore your feelings at your own pace.
Before becoming a counsellor, I spent eight years as a funeral director, supporting people through bereavement and loss. This experience gave me a deep understanding of grief in all its forms and the importance of having somewhere safe to express difficult emotions.
I am an art psychotherapist and emdr practitioner and work across Cornwall witha office also in truro. I have over 10 years experience working with people (adults and children) who have experienced abusive relationships , addiction, self harm, those questioning gender, additional needs, anxiety, depression, confusion, sensory needs , behavioural difficultys in children and s.e.n . I work in a person centered way meaning my sessions are client led, I have a large range of art materials to help clients express themselves and understand there own inner world using both verbal and nonverbal communication.
I am an art psychotherapist and emdr practitioner and work across Cornwall witha office also in truro. I have over 10 years experience working with people (adults and children) who have experienced abusive relationships , addiction, self harm, those questioning gender, additional needs, anxiety, depression, confusion, sensory needs , behavioural difficultys in children and s.e.n . I work in a person centered way meaning my sessions are client led, I have a large range of art materials to help clients express themselves and understand there own inner world using both verbal and nonverbal communication.
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is life very overwhelming and challenging at times? Do you feel sometimes out of control and lost? Do you suffer from stress.?
I can help you find place within yourself which is untouched by the chaos. Within our therapeutic relationship, we explore together how life is for you at your own pace.
I provide a confidential, non-judgemental safe space. I will help you develop your relationship with yourself, to raise your self-esteem and well being. You are the master of your own ship, I will work with you to find your way, and help you live your best life.
is life very overwhelming and challenging at times? Do you feel sometimes out of control and lost? Do you suffer from stress.?
I can help you find place within yourself which is untouched by the chaos. Within our therapeutic relationship, we explore together how life is for you at your own pace.
I provide a confidential, non-judgemental safe space. I will help you develop your relationship with yourself, to raise your self-esteem and well being. You are the master of your own ship, I will work with you to find your way, and help you live your best life.
Hello, my name is Lynne and I'm a professionally qualified counsellor and registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. Are you struggling to make sense of how you’re thinking and feeling or finding it difficult to express yourself in your relationships with others? Are you overwhelmed but feel you can’t burden anyone with your worries? If trying to cope is making you more anxious, depressed or causing problems in your relationships, you're not alone. We can all feel overwhelmed at times and in need of support but you don’t always have to struggle to work things out on your own.
Hello, my name is Lynne and I'm a professionally qualified counsellor and registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. Are you struggling to make sense of how you’re thinking and feeling or finding it difficult to express yourself in your relationships with others? Are you overwhelmed but feel you can’t burden anyone with your worries? If trying to cope is making you more anxious, depressed or causing problems in your relationships, you're not alone. We can all feel overwhelmed at times and in need of support but you don’t always have to struggle to work things out on your own.
I help people with a wide range of issues including bereavement, any type of loss, depression and anxiety and am also experienced in working with adults with chronic or life-limiting illnesses, their carers and families. My experience includes working in Hospitals and Hospices and for a national bereavement charity. Do you feel lost and alone but don’t want to be a burden to your friends and family? Perhaps you feel okay and then a song comes on the radio or you smell someone’s scent and you are catapulted into an overwhelming sense of sadness. Do you put your needs behind everyone else’s or at the bottom of your to do list?
I help people with a wide range of issues including bereavement, any type of loss, depression and anxiety and am also experienced in working with adults with chronic or life-limiting illnesses, their carers and families. My experience includes working in Hospitals and Hospices and for a national bereavement charity. Do you feel lost and alone but don’t want to be a burden to your friends and family? Perhaps you feel okay and then a song comes on the radio or you smell someone’s scent and you are catapulted into an overwhelming sense of sadness. Do you put your needs behind everyone else’s or at the bottom of your to do list?
I am here to help you with your problems whatever they are (e.g. Psychological, emotional, mental health, family, relationship and life) . Over the years, I helped much of clients and will be happy to work with you too. I specialise in Personality Disorders, especially Borderline Personality Disorder. I am working with adults, couples, families, young people and children using a variety of lessons including DBT, Schema Therapy, CBT and Behavioural Activation. I serve Turkish-speaking clients as well.
I am here to help you with your problems whatever they are (e.g. Psychological, emotional, mental health, family, relationship and life) . Over the years, I helped much of clients and will be happy to work with you too. I specialise in Personality Disorders, especially Borderline Personality Disorder. I am working with adults, couples, families, young people and children using a variety of lessons including DBT, Schema Therapy, CBT and Behavioural Activation. I serve Turkish-speaking clients as well.
My CBT, Psychology and Family Therapy colleagues and I work together, supporting each other in providing a tailored, timely service, with warmth, confidentiality, and professionalism at it's heart. We offer appointments face to face in our offices in Salisbury and online where requested. You can arrange a telephone discussion with one of our senior Practitioners, free of charge, giving you the opportunity to explore your specific needs and wishes and allowing us to suggest recommendations from within or outside our team.
My CBT, Psychology and Family Therapy colleagues and I work together, supporting each other in providing a tailored, timely service, with warmth, confidentiality, and professionalism at it's heart. We offer appointments face to face in our offices in Salisbury and online where requested. You can arrange a telephone discussion with one of our senior Practitioners, free of charge, giving you the opportunity to explore your specific needs and wishes and allowing us to suggest recommendations from within or outside our team.
Are you someone who tries hard to work on yourself, who cares deeply and has spent years coping, yet still feels anxiety, depressed, or stuck in the same old patterns? You might be holding things together on the outside while feeling uncertain, disconnected or overwhelmed inside. I'm truly passionate about offering a gentle, supportive approach that's focused on you, giving you the attention and focused care you deserve.
I offer focused, relational therapy for those who want to explore and better understand relationships, with self, others, and the world around us. I offer sessions in person, online, or a mix of the two.
Are you someone who tries hard to work on yourself, who cares deeply and has spent years coping, yet still feels anxiety, depressed, or stuck in the same old patterns? You might be holding things together on the outside while feeling uncertain, disconnected or overwhelmed inside. I'm truly passionate about offering a gentle, supportive approach that's focused on you, giving you the attention and focused care you deserve.
I offer focused, relational therapy for those who want to explore and better understand relationships, with self, others, and the world around us. I offer sessions in person, online, or a mix of the two.
I hold two Master's degrees (English Literature and French Linguistics), alongside further training in safeguarding, self-harm and suicide awareness, domestic abuse, autism, and dementia care.
Hello, I am Vanessa (she/her). I believe therapy offers a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and accepted. You may come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, struggling with anxiety, grief, autism-related challenges, relationship issues, or caring responsibilities. You may come to me for clarity, self-awareness, and relief from painful patterns. I help cultivate self-acceptance, self-compassion, and a stronger sense of groundedness. I offer therapy in both English and French, so you are welcome to speak in the language you feel most comfortable using.
I hold two Master's degrees (English Literature and French Linguistics), alongside further training in safeguarding, self-harm and suicide awareness, domestic abuse, autism, and dementia care.
Hello, I am Vanessa (she/her). I believe therapy offers a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and accepted. You may come to me feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, struggling with anxiety, grief, autism-related challenges, relationship issues, or caring responsibilities. You may come to me for clarity, self-awareness, and relief from painful patterns. I help cultivate self-acceptance, self-compassion, and a stronger sense of groundedness. I offer therapy in both English and French, so you are welcome to speak in the language you feel most comfortable using.
Hi, I’m glad you’re here. Life gets busy but you don’t have to carry it alone. I offer a warm, online space to work at your own pace, fitting conveniently into your schedule. As a person-centered therapist, I support adults navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, family issues, menopause, and neurodiversity. With deep experience in trauma care including volunteering at a rape crisis centre I offer a safe, gentle, and collaborative space. Bring yourself exactly as you are; let's figure it out together.
Hi, I’m glad you’re here. Life gets busy but you don’t have to carry it alone. I offer a warm, online space to work at your own pace, fitting conveniently into your schedule. As a person-centered therapist, I support adults navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, family issues, menopause, and neurodiversity. With deep experience in trauma care including volunteering at a rape crisis centre I offer a safe, gentle, and collaborative space. Bring yourself exactly as you are; let's figure it out together.
Welcome! I am an HCPC Registered Counselling Psychologist and have been working as a therapist since 1995. I offer a range of ways to help you through a difficult time, tackle a chronic problem or help you realise your potential. I feel that counselling/psychotherapy shouldn't be intimidating but should help you explore and cope with the issues in your life. I have extensive experience of working with depression, anxiety, relationships and associated issues including loss, anger, and pain amongst others. I am qualified to assess and support ADHD in adults.
Welcome! I am an HCPC Registered Counselling Psychologist and have been working as a therapist since 1995. I offer a range of ways to help you through a difficult time, tackle a chronic problem or help you realise your potential. I feel that counselling/psychotherapy shouldn't be intimidating but should help you explore and cope with the issues in your life. I have extensive experience of working with depression, anxiety, relationships and associated issues including loss, anger, and pain amongst others. I am qualified to assess and support ADHD in adults.
Whether you are experiencing anxiety, navigating life transitions, reflecting on recovery, or simply wanting to understand yourself more clearly, counselling can provide a space to pause, gain perspective, and move forward in a way that feels authentic to you.
At Tara Jo Counselling, the process is never rushed. Therapy unfolds at a pace that feels right for you.
Because this is your journey, your pace.
Whether you are experiencing anxiety, navigating life transitions, reflecting on recovery, or simply wanting to understand yourself more clearly, counselling can provide a space to pause, gain perspective, and move forward in a way that feels authentic to you.
At Tara Jo Counselling, the process is never rushed. Therapy unfolds at a pace that feels right for you.
Because this is your journey, your pace.
My aim as a CBT therapist is to help clients who may be struggling with life challenges and develop a shared formulation that is individualised, that brings awareness to and understanding how your difficulties may have developed and are being maintained. This acts as a “roadmap” for our therapeutic understanding and intervention and will be covered in the initial assessment session(s). We will agree on how many sessions to meet for (usually six to 24, depending on the duration and complexity/severity) and help you work towards your set goals and values.
My aim as a CBT therapist is to help clients who may be struggling with life challenges and develop a shared formulation that is individualised, that brings awareness to and understanding how your difficulties may have developed and are being maintained. This acts as a “roadmap” for our therapeutic understanding and intervention and will be covered in the initial assessment session(s). We will agree on how many sessions to meet for (usually six to 24, depending on the duration and complexity/severity) and help you work towards your set goals and values.
Hi, I'm a counsellor/psychotherapist, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing) practitioner and supervisor, I offer appointments to young people 16+ and adults in person from rooms in Fareham or online. I have completed over 7000+ hours with clients since completing a BTEC Higher National Diploma in Person Centered Counselling in 2009. I have worked with clients on their journeys who are experiencing bereavement, depression, eating disorders, self confidence worries, sexuality, self image issues, trauma, complex trauma, rape & sexual assault etc..
Hi, I'm a counsellor/psychotherapist, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing) practitioner and supervisor, I offer appointments to young people 16+ and adults in person from rooms in Fareham or online. I have completed over 7000+ hours with clients since completing a BTEC Higher National Diploma in Person Centered Counselling in 2009. I have worked with clients on their journeys who are experiencing bereavement, depression, eating disorders, self confidence worries, sexuality, self image issues, trauma, complex trauma, rape & sexual assault etc..
In a relaxed environment and using a warm, collaborative approach, I help clients who seek relief from issues such as anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, social phobia, depression, specific phobias, low self-esteem, grief and loss (including pet loss), and chronic conditions. Be encouraged that my counselling environment is a place where you will be heard, understood, encouraged, and accepted just as you are. Anxiety and life events can bring about major stresses. I offer you a safe place to offload and the support you need to take charge of your life again.
In a relaxed environment and using a warm, collaborative approach, I help clients who seek relief from issues such as anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, social phobia, depression, specific phobias, low self-esteem, grief and loss (including pet loss), and chronic conditions. Be encouraged that my counselling environment is a place where you will be heard, understood, encouraged, and accepted just as you are. Anxiety and life events can bring about major stresses. I offer you a safe place to offload and the support you need to take charge of your life again.
Do you feel like your mind will not settle, overthinking takes over, or everything feels too much or shut down.
Do you find yourself stuck repeating the same patterns, shrinking to avoid conflict, people pleasing, or pushing others away before you can be hurt. Do relationships drift into distance, arguments, silence or broken trust, with shame underneath telling you it is all your fault.
We are a small team who work with adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief & low self-worth, & with couples struggling with communication breakdown, conflict & loss of trust. Therapy helps you identify patterns & change how you respond to them.
Do you feel like your mind will not settle, overthinking takes over, or everything feels too much or shut down.
Do you find yourself stuck repeating the same patterns, shrinking to avoid conflict, people pleasing, or pushing others away before you can be hurt. Do relationships drift into distance, arguments, silence or broken trust, with shame underneath telling you it is all your fault.
We are a small team who work with adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief & low self-worth, & with couples struggling with communication breakdown, conflict & loss of trust. Therapy helps you identify patterns & change how you respond to them.
Choosing to see a counsellor isn't easy. I know. There's still a lot of stigma attached to the decision. But, counselling can be a wonderful tool. It can help you make sense of difficult and puzzling circumstances. Anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, anger, low self-esteem and trauma seemingly appear from nowhere. They might be recent or may have been around a while. And then there's family issues and couples counselling. I can help you get to the cause and get some relief. I'm person-centred and I’m authentic. I'm non-judgemental. I’m BACP registered and believe in your inherent potential. I'll help you be your personal best.
Choosing to see a counsellor isn't easy. I know. There's still a lot of stigma attached to the decision. But, counselling can be a wonderful tool. It can help you make sense of difficult and puzzling circumstances. Anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, anger, low self-esteem and trauma seemingly appear from nowhere. They might be recent or may have been around a while. And then there's family issues and couples counselling. I can help you get to the cause and get some relief. I'm person-centred and I’m authentic. I'm non-judgemental. I’m BACP registered and believe in your inherent potential. I'll help you be your personal best.
Working together using an integrative approach my focus will be to assist you in a flexible approach to counselling using many approaches to develop a rapport and good working relationship beneficial to your needs. Taking the first step to achieve your goals is a difficult one and I look forward to meeting you and together making those changes that you desire. As an integrative counsellor my aim is to build a trusting and non-judgmental relationship that helps you develop self-awareness. When you understand the causes of your concerns or triggers for your behaviour, you can confidently set goals and develop new behaviours.
Working together using an integrative approach my focus will be to assist you in a flexible approach to counselling using many approaches to develop a rapport and good working relationship beneficial to your needs. Taking the first step to achieve your goals is a difficult one and I look forward to meeting you and together making those changes that you desire. As an integrative counsellor my aim is to build a trusting and non-judgmental relationship that helps you develop self-awareness. When you understand the causes of your concerns or triggers for your behaviour, you can confidently set goals and develop new behaviours.
Nearby Geriatric Counsellors Searches for Saint Ives
- Bournemouth
- Christchurch
- Dorchester
- Eastleigh
- Fareham
- Frome
- Poole
- Portsmouth
- Romsey
- Salisbury
- Southampton
- Winchester
FAQ - About Geriatric Therapy
What can a geriatric psychologist help with?
Geriatric therapists specialise in the cognitive and neurological challenges that often accompany aging, including dementia, memory loss, and age-related cognitive decline. They also address the psychological conditions that frequently co-occur with these issues, such as depression, anxiety, and grief. Geriatric therapists and psychologists are trained to assess cognitive functioning, identify symptoms that may warrant further evaluation, and conduct or refer for formal neurological assessment when needed. In many cases, geriatric therapists also work closely with medical doctors to manage a client's overall health, and they may support caregivers and family members navigating the demands of caring for an aging loved one.
Why might someone seek a geriatric psychologist?
Someone might seek a geriatric therapist when they or a loved one begins experiencing cognitive or neurological changes and is unsure whether those changes are a normal part of aging or something that requires clinical attention. A geriatric therapist can help connect families with appropriate next steps. They are also commonly sought following a new diagnosis, when clients and families are working to understand what that diagnosis means practically and emotionally, and what to expect as a condition progresses. When seeking a therapist, it can be helpful to consider whether a clinician with a stronger psychotherapy focus or one with more of a social work orientation, who can help connect clients with assisted living or medical resources, would be the better fit.
What type of therapy might a geriatric therapists specialise in?
Geriatric therapist often combine psychotherapy with psychoeducation, helping clients and their families understand cognitive and neurological conditions and what to expect as they progress. For clients experiencing anxiety or depression alongside cognitive decline, therapists may draw on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based approaches. For clients with dementia specifically, therapists may be trained in specialised modalities such as Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST), which is designed to preserve cognitive functioning.
Can geriatric psychologists help people who suffer from dementia?
Yes, and this is a core area of geriatric psychology. Therapists specialising in dementia can work directly with clients on memory loss and cognitive functioning, while also addressing conditions that commonly co-occur, such as depression and anxiety. They can provide caregivers with objective assessments of a client's functioning and disease progression, and are typically well-versed in community resources available to dementia patients and their families.