Counselling in Somerset
If you are struggling with past traumas, PTSD, anxiety, low self-esteem, or stress, I’m Dr Szerenke Kovacs—an HCPC-registered and BPS Chartered Counselling Psychologist, EMDR Therapist, and ADHD Assessment Specialist. I help people heal emotional wounds, build resilience, manage overwhelm, and reconnect with their true self. Whether you're facing trauma, burnout, or emotional blocks, I'm here to guide you forward. If you are ready to begin your journey towards a more empowered you, I would love to work with you.
If you are struggling with past traumas, PTSD, anxiety, low self-esteem, or stress, I’m Dr Szerenke Kovacs—an HCPC-registered and BPS Chartered Counselling Psychologist, EMDR Therapist, and ADHD Assessment Specialist. I help people heal emotional wounds, build resilience, manage overwhelm, and reconnect with their true self. Whether you're facing trauma, burnout, or emotional blocks, I'm here to guide you forward. If you are ready to begin your journey towards a more empowered you, I would love to work with you.
When we have a problem we often want to talk to someone who is not going to judge us. Talking to friends or family you may be afraid of what they might think or be worried about upsetting them. This can make it hard to be completely open about what is happening and block our ability to fully understand. Seeing a psychotherapist is an opportunity to build a safe trusting relationship where they can offer a more impartial point of view. It is my be that it is the quality of this relationship between the counsellor and client that helps us to marshal our own resources to find a resolution or make changes.
When we have a problem we often want to talk to someone who is not going to judge us. Talking to friends or family you may be afraid of what they might think or be worried about upsetting them. This can make it hard to be completely open about what is happening and block our ability to fully understand. Seeing a psychotherapist is an opportunity to build a safe trusting relationship where they can offer a more impartial point of view. It is my be that it is the quality of this relationship between the counsellor and client that helps us to marshal our own resources to find a resolution or make changes.
My priority in our sessions together is to provide a safe space and a voice to YOU to help you navigate your way through your challenges and better understand why you think the way you think feel the way you feel and behave the way you behave. Each session is unique just like us. Sometimes our work together may lead more in to a coaching style of therapy clients have found this to be of benefit once a relationship has been established and seek more guidance and solution focused approaches.
My priority in our sessions together is to provide a safe space and a voice to YOU to help you navigate your way through your challenges and better understand why you think the way you think feel the way you feel and behave the way you behave. Each session is unique just like us. Sometimes our work together may lead more in to a coaching style of therapy clients have found this to be of benefit once a relationship has been established and seek more guidance and solution focused approaches.
Hi, thank you for stopping by.
You may be someone who feels things deeply and thinks in complex or creative ways. Perhaps you are exhausted from masking and holding things together. You may be struggling with anxiety, burnout, self-doubt, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, or feeling disconnected from yourself, your identity or your creativity. Living with depth of feeling and awareness can be a strength, but it can also leave you feeling exhausted and misunderstood, unsure of who you are beneath the roles you have learned to play.
Hi, thank you for stopping by.
You may be someone who feels things deeply and thinks in complex or creative ways. Perhaps you are exhausted from masking and holding things together. You may be struggling with anxiety, burnout, self-doubt, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, or feeling disconnected from yourself, your identity or your creativity. Living with depth of feeling and awareness can be a strength, but it can also leave you feeling exhausted and misunderstood, unsure of who you are beneath the roles you have learned to play.
I am Liz, an Integrative Counsellor with a Diploma in Counselling (Level 4), currently completing specialist Level 5 training in Counselling Children and Young People. I am a registered member of BACP.
I run a small, welcoming private practice where I provide a calm, supportive, and confidential space for clients to feel heard, understood, and supported.
I work with adults, couples, children, and young people, offering counselling from ages 10 through to later life. Sessions are available face-to-face in Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge, as well as online or via telephone for those further afield.
I am Liz, an Integrative Counsellor with a Diploma in Counselling (Level 4), currently completing specialist Level 5 training in Counselling Children and Young People. I am a registered member of BACP.
I run a small, welcoming private practice where I provide a calm, supportive, and confidential space for clients to feel heard, understood, and supported.
I work with adults, couples, children, and young people, offering counselling from ages 10 through to later life. Sessions are available face-to-face in Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge, as well as online or via telephone for those further afield.
Hello fellow travellers, my name is Jacqui.
I want this to reach people who are travelling through life feeling lost and alone. People who are sick and tired of their same old story that no longer serves them. People who keep trying to convince themselves that if they just erase the old story, or write a different one with new characters, then hopefully the old story will fade away. But instead, those old, rickety pages are far too comfortable and familiar, and before you know it you find yourself travelling through them again, heading toward the same ending.
Hello fellow travellers, my name is Jacqui.
I want this to reach people who are travelling through life feeling lost and alone. People who are sick and tired of their same old story that no longer serves them. People who keep trying to convince themselves that if they just erase the old story, or write a different one with new characters, then hopefully the old story will fade away. But instead, those old, rickety pages are far too comfortable and familiar, and before you know it you find yourself travelling through them again, heading toward the same ending.
Dr Shem Hillman (Clinical Psychologist)
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
4 Endorsed
Midsomer Norton BA3
I am a Clinical Psychologist and accredited Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) psychotherapist, using a range of approaches to help clients navigate life's challenges. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, trauma, or stress, I offer a supportive, warm, non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts and emotions. Through evidence-based techniques, I support my clients in developing practical skills to understand and manage negative thinking patterns, build resilience, and nurture self-compassion.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and accredited Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) psychotherapist, using a range of approaches to help clients navigate life's challenges. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, trauma, or stress, I offer a supportive, warm, non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts and emotions. Through evidence-based techniques, I support my clients in developing practical skills to understand and manage negative thinking patterns, build resilience, and nurture self-compassion.
I continue to be deeply interested in understanding the unique struggle each of us undergo throughout our lives, sometimes more than once. In providing a safe, facilitating environment within which a process of unfolding, unlearning and enabling new self-learning, then an exploration can take place between us. Through greater understanding of our innermost self, together we can begin to allow the possibility for change.
I continue to be deeply interested in understanding the unique struggle each of us undergo throughout our lives, sometimes more than once. In providing a safe, facilitating environment within which a process of unfolding, unlearning and enabling new self-learning, then an exploration can take place between us. Through greater understanding of our innermost self, together we can begin to allow the possibility for change.
Hi,
I’m Paula.
First and foremost, I am a genuinely warm, compassionate and caring person with a heart that compels me to help and support others. This will always be at the forefront of my work with clients.
Building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship is vital for effective therapy. My way of connecting with people helps to put them at ease and allows them to open up and feel genuinely heard.
Hi,
I’m Paula.
First and foremost, I am a genuinely warm, compassionate and caring person with a heart that compels me to help and support others. This will always be at the forefront of my work with clients.
Building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship is vital for effective therapy. My way of connecting with people helps to put them at ease and allows them to open up and feel genuinely heard.
Sometimes life can look as though it should feel good, while internally it feels very different. You may be struggling with anxiety or overthinking, feeling overwhelmed or disconnected, navigating ADHD, autism or neurodivergence, or experiencing difficulties within your relationships.
At Harmonia, we offer warm, collaborative therapy for individuals and couples, bringing particular experience in anxiety, neurodivergence and relationship difficulties.
We can support you with:
Anxiety, Panic or Overthinking
ADHD and Autism
Low Self-Confidence or a Harsh Inner Critic
Masking or Feeling Misunderstood
Sometimes life can look as though it should feel good, while internally it feels very different. You may be struggling with anxiety or overthinking, feeling overwhelmed or disconnected, navigating ADHD, autism or neurodivergence, or experiencing difficulties within your relationships.
At Harmonia, we offer warm, collaborative therapy for individuals and couples, bringing particular experience in anxiety, neurodivergence and relationship difficulties.
We can support you with:
Anxiety, Panic or Overthinking
ADHD and Autism
Low Self-Confidence or a Harsh Inner Critic
Masking or Feeling Misunderstood
Hi, I'm Julie, and I am passionate about working with people who have experienced abuse or trauma, whether it be sexual, physical or emotional. When we experience trauma we lose part of who we truly are because of the after effects, such as anxiety, depression, panic attacks, nervous system disregulation, flashbacks and dissociation (when we feel distanced from our emotions or ‘spaced out’, as if we’re living on autopilot). I love helping people rediscover who they really are by creating an environment in which they feel safe and completely accepted. I don't analyse you but with careful listening will know what we need to work on.
Hi, I'm Julie, and I am passionate about working with people who have experienced abuse or trauma, whether it be sexual, physical or emotional. When we experience trauma we lose part of who we truly are because of the after effects, such as anxiety, depression, panic attacks, nervous system disregulation, flashbacks and dissociation (when we feel distanced from our emotions or ‘spaced out’, as if we’re living on autopilot). I love helping people rediscover who they really are by creating an environment in which they feel safe and completely accepted. I don't analyse you but with careful listening will know what we need to work on.
You might be here because something isn’t sitting right – in your life, relationships, or how you feel about yourself.
Perhaps you’re carrying more than feels manageable, or you’re at a crossroads and unsure what comes next. At different points, we can all find ourselves feeling lost, overwhelmed or disconnected from who we are. When life feels challenging, confusing or out of balance, it can help to have a place where you don’t have to hold it all together on your own. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or not quite yourself, I offer a warm, supportive space where you can explore what’s happening and find a way forward.
You might be here because something isn’t sitting right – in your life, relationships, or how you feel about yourself.
Perhaps you’re carrying more than feels manageable, or you’re at a crossroads and unsure what comes next. At different points, we can all find ourselves feeling lost, overwhelmed or disconnected from who we are. When life feels challenging, confusing or out of balance, it can help to have a place where you don’t have to hold it all together on your own. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or not quite yourself, I offer a warm, supportive space where you can explore what’s happening and find a way forward.
I have taught in adult education for many years, worked in special educational needs and in child protection at North Somerset Council. I am also a Makaton Regional Tutor and understand the importance of good communication and helping others navigate being fully understood and through their own journey learn to communicate effectively. I am the Children and Young Person's Counselling Specialist at a local hospice.
My life experiences have taught me how challenging life can be. Sometimes our present and future might be significantly impacted by the past.
Finding a therapist that is the right fit for you, can feel overwhelming.
I have taught in adult education for many years, worked in special educational needs and in child protection at North Somerset Council. I am also a Makaton Regional Tutor and understand the importance of good communication and helping others navigate being fully understood and through their own journey learn to communicate effectively. I am the Children and Young Person's Counselling Specialist at a local hospice.
My life experiences have taught me how challenging life can be. Sometimes our present and future might be significantly impacted by the past.
Finding a therapist that is the right fit for you, can feel overwhelming.
If you are feeling that you need help in your life for whatever reason, perhaps in your relationship, family dynamic, a work situation, with depression, anxiety or your mental health; for significant loss or past or present trauma; if life is just too challenging to cope with; if the way ahead feels uncertain; if you are without hope and feeling isolated or overwhelmed; or if you simply want to explore a problem or experience to help your general wellbeing and happiness, we can work together.
If you are feeling that you need help in your life for whatever reason, perhaps in your relationship, family dynamic, a work situation, with depression, anxiety or your mental health; for significant loss or past or present trauma; if life is just too challenging to cope with; if the way ahead feels uncertain; if you are without hope and feeling isolated or overwhelmed; or if you simply want to explore a problem or experience to help your general wellbeing and happiness, we can work together.
As a somatic-based relational therapist, I specialise in integrating body-focused, cognitive and relational approaches to guide individuals on their path to greater well-being. I support individuals work through a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment wounds, relationship difficulties, grief, shame, and boundary-setting. By gently connecting with the body and mind, we can uncover meaningful insights, foster lasting change and a sense of embodied belonging.
As a somatic-based relational therapist, I specialise in integrating body-focused, cognitive and relational approaches to guide individuals on their path to greater well-being. I support individuals work through a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment wounds, relationship difficulties, grief, shame, and boundary-setting. By gently connecting with the body and mind, we can uncover meaningful insights, foster lasting change and a sense of embodied belonging.
Our initial consultation is FREE. If life had a complaints department, most of us would have called by now. Having the right support can help you find a way through hard times. I’m a grounded, straightforward counsellor and clinical supervisor. No psychobabble, just real connection, gentle challenge, and practical perspective.
I work with people who feel anxious, uncertain, or lost. Whether it's family, work or relationship troubles, grief, low confidence, or past experiences that keep showing up uninvited - I’ll bring a mixture of real warmth, curiosity, and down-to-earth human connection to help you move forward.
Our initial consultation is FREE. If life had a complaints department, most of us would have called by now. Having the right support can help you find a way through hard times. I’m a grounded, straightforward counsellor and clinical supervisor. No psychobabble, just real connection, gentle challenge, and practical perspective.
I work with people who feel anxious, uncertain, or lost. Whether it's family, work or relationship troubles, grief, low confidence, or past experiences that keep showing up uninvited - I’ll bring a mixture of real warmth, curiosity, and down-to-earth human connection to help you move forward.
Hello there, I’m James and I am a counsellor offering Friday sessions in the Weston area. Life can be difficult, sometimes traumatic and we often need someone professional to talk to and guide us to find solutions or acceptance to the problems we are facing in a way that best suits us. Whether you're anxious, depressed, stuck, unhappy or lost, I can offer you a confidential and caring space to explore issues that might be keeping you from finding the contentment and happiness you seek. Whatever approach we decide to follow it is important that you leave each session feeling accepted and understood.
Hello there, I’m James and I am a counsellor offering Friday sessions in the Weston area. Life can be difficult, sometimes traumatic and we often need someone professional to talk to and guide us to find solutions or acceptance to the problems we are facing in a way that best suits us. Whether you're anxious, depressed, stuck, unhappy or lost, I can offer you a confidential and caring space to explore issues that might be keeping you from finding the contentment and happiness you seek. Whatever approach we decide to follow it is important that you leave each session feeling accepted and understood.
I have worked with a wide range of client issues including anxiety, low confidence and self-esteem, trauma, feelings of depression, self-harm, bereavement and loss, physical and learning disabilities, sexual and gender identity, suicidal intentions and general feelings of low mood and loneliness. As well as allowing clients to talk through their feelings, I have also employed creative techniques including free drawing, letter writing, poetry and songwriting, play scriptwriting and sand tray work. I am trained in Clinical Supervision and EMDR, both of which I find are powerful methods of working.
I have worked with a wide range of client issues including anxiety, low confidence and self-esteem, trauma, feelings of depression, self-harm, bereavement and loss, physical and learning disabilities, sexual and gender identity, suicidal intentions and general feelings of low mood and loneliness. As well as allowing clients to talk through their feelings, I have also employed creative techniques including free drawing, letter writing, poetry and songwriting, play scriptwriting and sand tray work. I am trained in Clinical Supervision and EMDR, both of which I find are powerful methods of working.
Change, and uncertainty are part of our lives. You may have reached a crossroads in your life and are not sure which path to take? Maybe you have an important decision to make and need some help exploring it. Perhaps you find yourself pushing people away in relationships, or feel stuck and have been putting things off? You may have a feeling of loss or have experienced loss and are unsure how to deal with it. Do you feel alone with your struggles, and in need of support and reassurance? Feeling unsure about reaching out to friends, family or colleagues is very common.
Change, and uncertainty are part of our lives. You may have reached a crossroads in your life and are not sure which path to take? Maybe you have an important decision to make and need some help exploring it. Perhaps you find yourself pushing people away in relationships, or feel stuck and have been putting things off? You may have a feeling of loss or have experienced loss and are unsure how to deal with it. Do you feel alone with your struggles, and in need of support and reassurance? Feeling unsure about reaching out to friends, family or colleagues is very common.
You're coping. But for how much longer?
From the outside, you seem to have it together. You manage the workload, solve problems and keep going. But underneath, the pressure is taking its toll. Perhaps you're forgetting things, lying awake at night, losing patience more easily, or wondering why life feels harder than it used to.
You don't need someone to tell you to meditate, exercise more or simply take a break. You need someone who understands the reality of carrying responsibility while quietly running on empty.
You're coping. But for how much longer?
From the outside, you seem to have it together. You manage the workload, solve problems and keep going. But underneath, the pressure is taking its toll. Perhaps you're forgetting things, lying awake at night, losing patience more easily, or wondering why life feels harder than it used to.
You don't need someone to tell you to meditate, exercise more or simply take a break. You need someone who understands the reality of carrying responsibility while quietly running on empty.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Somerset
400+
Average cost per session
£60
Counsellors in Somerset who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 84% | Depression |
| 81% | Self Esteem |
| 75% | Relationship Issues |
| 75% | Stress |
| 66% | Bereavement |
| 66% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 69% | Aviva |
| 64% | AXA PPP |
| 55% | Bupa |
How Counsellors in Somerset see their clients
| 86% | In Person and Online | |
| 14% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 80% | Female | |
| 19% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Somerset?
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.