Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counselling in Somerton

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Jennifer Jones
Counsellor, MBACP
Somerton TA11
I am an Integrative Child Counsellor and mindfulness teacher and have worked in the field of mental health for over a decade.
Hello. I offer in-person and online counselling for children and young people up to the age of 19, as well as online executive function coaching for young people and adults with ADHD and ASD. My approach is uniquely tailored to individual needs, considering age, developmental stage, and personal circumstances. I specialize in supporting anxiety, emotional regulation, trauma, low self-esteem, low mood, ADHD/ASD challenges, executive function coaching, and school or family-related issues. I work collaboratively and compassionately, always guided by my clients’ needs and wishes, creating a warm and welcoming environment.
I am an Integrative Child Counsellor and mindfulness teacher and have worked in the field of mental health for over a decade.
Hello. I offer in-person and online counselling for children and young people up to the age of 19, as well as online executive function coaching for young people and adults with ADHD and ASD. My approach is uniquely tailored to individual needs, considering age, developmental stage, and personal circumstances. I specialize in supporting anxiety, emotional regulation, trauma, low self-esteem, low mood, ADHD/ASD challenges, executive function coaching, and school or family-related issues. I work collaboratively and compassionately, always guided by my clients’ needs and wishes, creating a warm and welcoming environment.
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Julie Page
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
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.
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Liz Tedford
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Online Only
Are you feeling depressed, anxious, angry, having intrusive thoughts, or feelings of low self esteem? Maybe you are struggling in your current relationship or with family or friends? I believe counselling can change that and I have seen it happen with my clients. Together you and I can work to understand why you are feeling this way and how you can feel better again. If you are seeking couples counselling I have available appointments for you and your partner online - please reach out for more information.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious, angry, having intrusive thoughts, or feelings of low self esteem? Maybe you are struggling in your current relationship or with family or friends? I believe counselling can change that and I have seen it happen with my clients. Together you and I can work to understand why you are feeling this way and how you can feel better again. If you are seeking couples counselling I have available appointments for you and your partner online - please reach out for more information.
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Celena Lewis
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Bristol BS30
For the past 18 years I have specialised in trauma and addiction, working with people within community-based organisations, schools, criminal justice systems, the NHS and Private Practice. I have a particular interest in how people make sense of their experiences. A particular lens through which this is viewed is narrative. This aims to be a respectful and non-blaming practice in which there is a collaboration to find the most satisfying story to live a preferred life. A pace for this work will be negotiated and agreed at the start and reviewed in each session or, when required.
For the past 18 years I have specialised in trauma and addiction, working with people within community-based organisations, schools, criminal justice systems, the NHS and Private Practice. I have a particular interest in how people make sense of their experiences. A particular lens through which this is viewed is narrative. This aims to be a respectful and non-blaming practice in which there is a collaboration to find the most satisfying story to live a preferred life. A pace for this work will be negotiated and agreed at the start and reviewed in each session or, when required.
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RT Counselling / Next Chapter Therapies
Counsellor, PsychD, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Therapy offers an important step in discovering the world around us and finding our place in it. For some people, coming to therapy is a big step. It can take courage to identify a need to heal, recover or progress. My approach aims to ensure that you feel safe in the knowledge that you can trust the therapeutic process. Maintaining the core values of empathy, unconditional positive regard for you as well as congruence (being authentic), I also use other modes of therapy.
Therapy offers an important step in discovering the world around us and finding our place in it. For some people, coming to therapy is a big step. It can take courage to identify a need to heal, recover or progress. My approach aims to ensure that you feel safe in the knowledge that you can trust the therapeutic process. Maintaining the core values of empathy, unconditional positive regard for you as well as congruence (being authentic), I also use other modes of therapy.
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June Kershaw
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Helllllo Hellllo , are you struggling feeling disconnected with yourself, numb, lost your spark and joy for life. In a state of not understanding why? or have a deep sense of understanding but not able to turn and face the shadows alone? Blocked emotions from trauma, childhood and life events can get trapped in our bodies and manifest in conditions such as depression, OCD, PTSD just to name a few. Patterns play out and we get stuck in cycles of repeating toxic relationships with ourselves and others, We create a mask and project what we would like to be, leaving us feeling detached from who we truly are at the core.
Helllllo Hellllo , are you struggling feeling disconnected with yourself, numb, lost your spark and joy for life. In a state of not understanding why? or have a deep sense of understanding but not able to turn and face the shadows alone? Blocked emotions from trauma, childhood and life events can get trapped in our bodies and manifest in conditions such as depression, OCD, PTSD just to name a few. Patterns play out and we get stuck in cycles of repeating toxic relationships with ourselves and others, We create a mask and project what we would like to be, leaving us feeling detached from who we truly are at the core.
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Natalie Hewett
Verified Verified
Online Only
With this insight, I support you build foundations & next steps towards living more fully, whatever that means to you, delivering my supportive therapy immersed in mindfulness-based & lifestyle-management approaches
With many years experience working in mental health & chronic & invisible health conditions, I offer specialist support for living with the challenging interactions of fatigue, chronic pain, brain fog, low mood, anxiety, chronic stress, burnout & emotional overwhelm. I can help you build pathways to feel more anchored, more autonomous & more able to manage daily life. This can mean many different things- maybe support to break cycles of masking & 'pushing through'; to re-connect with your body; to build helpful rhythms & habits; to learn skills in managing symptoms, regulating emotions or thought patterns; maybe to find 'you' again
With this insight, I support you build foundations & next steps towards living more fully, whatever that means to you, delivering my supportive therapy immersed in mindfulness-based & lifestyle-management approaches
With many years experience working in mental health & chronic & invisible health conditions, I offer specialist support for living with the challenging interactions of fatigue, chronic pain, brain fog, low mood, anxiety, chronic stress, burnout & emotional overwhelm. I can help you build pathways to feel more anchored, more autonomous & more able to manage daily life. This can mean many different things- maybe support to break cycles of masking & 'pushing through'; to re-connect with your body; to build helpful rhythms & habits; to learn skills in managing symptoms, regulating emotions or thought patterns; maybe to find 'you' again
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James Summerhayes
Counsellor, MBACP
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.
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Noemia Ventura Purcell
Counsellor, MBACP
Bristol BS6
Counselling provides a confidential and safe space to talk about anything that may be worrying you. It can often help you to understand more about the difficult or troubling thoughts that can be a common experience at any time in our lives. My aim is to listen attentively, in confidence, and to be non-judgemental. I offer personal support to enable my clients to explore their inner-selves and their feelings in order to help them to achieve personal growth. I work in a calm, relaxed and non-judgemental environment and I use a variety of approaches to suit your needs.
Counselling provides a confidential and safe space to talk about anything that may be worrying you. It can often help you to understand more about the difficult or troubling thoughts that can be a common experience at any time in our lives. My aim is to listen attentively, in confidence, and to be non-judgemental. I offer personal support to enable my clients to explore their inner-selves and their feelings in order to help them to achieve personal growth. I work in a calm, relaxed and non-judgemental environment and I use a variety of approaches to suit your needs.
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Coco Belle Therapies
Verified Verified
Online Only
I hold advanced training in mindfulness-based therapies, clinical hypnotherapy, & evidence-based psychological approaches.
Sometimes life feels harder than it should. I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, disconnected from themselves, or simply not quite like they used to. Many people come to me when overthinking is taking over, routines feel hard to maintain, life pressures are building up, or they’re navigating change, caregiving, pain, or uncertainty. Some people are looking for something more practical or accessible than traditional therapy, while others want support alongside it. Together, we focus on making things feel lighter, clearer, healthier, and more manageable — in ways that fit real life.
I hold advanced training in mindfulness-based therapies, clinical hypnotherapy, & evidence-based psychological approaches.
Sometimes life feels harder than it should. I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, disconnected from themselves, or simply not quite like they used to. Many people come to me when overthinking is taking over, routines feel hard to maintain, life pressures are building up, or they’re navigating change, caregiving, pain, or uncertainty. Some people are looking for something more practical or accessible than traditional therapy, while others want support alongside it. Together, we focus on making things feel lighter, clearer, healthier, and more manageable — in ways that fit real life.
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Olivia Shone
Psychotherapist, MA, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
I also use mindfulness and body awareness-interventions when appropriate.
I welcome anyone seeking help with their challenges.  You might want to find a way out of anxiety or depression, resolve family or relationship issues, reduce stress, process bereavement or improve your self-confidence. You might be clear about the focus or struggling with uncertainty and need to find direction and clarity in your life.  Perhaps you would like short term therapy or maybe you know you need more time to explore the issues in longer term therapy. All issues are welcome and you will find a non-judgemental environment to help you work through your challenges to find the help and ease you are wanting.
I also use mindfulness and body awareness-interventions when appropriate.
I welcome anyone seeking help with their challenges.  You might want to find a way out of anxiety or depression, resolve family or relationship issues, reduce stress, process bereavement or improve your self-confidence. You might be clear about the focus or struggling with uncertainty and need to find direction and clarity in your life.  Perhaps you would like short term therapy or maybe you know you need more time to explore the issues in longer term therapy. All issues are welcome and you will find a non-judgemental environment to help you work through your challenges to find the help and ease you are wanting.
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Nicky Vallance
Counsellor, MBACP
Hi, I'm Nicky It can be incredibly hard to try to figure it all out on your own. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, or are exhausted from navigating this world, these feelings are often the result of a constant clash between your inner world and the world around you. My practice is inspired by the concept of a ‘Pensieve‘ – the kind of space where you can put the world on hold for a while and work through what is troubling you from a fresh perspective. Having a space to offload makes it easier to gain new insights and find ways forward that work for you.
Hi, I'm Nicky It can be incredibly hard to try to figure it all out on your own. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, or are exhausted from navigating this world, these feelings are often the result of a constant clash between your inner world and the world around you. My practice is inspired by the concept of a ‘Pensieve‘ – the kind of space where you can put the world on hold for a while and work through what is troubling you from a fresh perspective. Having a space to offload makes it easier to gain new insights and find ways forward that work for you.
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Mark Hewitson
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Bristol BS6
I am a person-centred therapeutic counsellor. This means working with people by supporting them in an empathic, non-judgemental way to discover within themselves where their issues lie, and to find a path to change and relief from suffering.  ​Whether the issue is general mental health, anxiety, stress, relational issues, personal problems, grief and loss, existential issues, or any other difficulties we might be suffering from. We can work together to uncover some of the deeper roots of problems and find creative solutions that are tailored to you as a person and your needs.
I am a person-centred therapeutic counsellor. This means working with people by supporting them in an empathic, non-judgemental way to discover within themselves where their issues lie, and to find a path to change and relief from suffering.  ​Whether the issue is general mental health, anxiety, stress, relational issues, personal problems, grief and loss, existential issues, or any other difficulties we might be suffering from. We can work together to uncover some of the deeper roots of problems and find creative solutions that are tailored to you as a person and your needs.
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Karla Van Pitterson
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Real counselling. Real life experience. Real change. £55 per session. I'm Karla, 47, a trauma-informed counsellor, with expertise and genuine care. 25+ years work across the NHS, charities, corporate, community, youth-work, and private settings. I support people who want genuine understanding, not judgement or surface-level solutions. Whether you feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, questioning yourself or others, carrying experiences that affect how you live and relate, or simply want someone to listen, this is your space to move at your pace.
Real counselling. Real life experience. Real change. £55 per session. I'm Karla, 47, a trauma-informed counsellor, with expertise and genuine care. 25+ years work across the NHS, charities, corporate, community, youth-work, and private settings. I support people who want genuine understanding, not judgement or surface-level solutions. Whether you feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, questioning yourself or others, carrying experiences that affect how you live and relate, or simply want someone to listen, this is your space to move at your pace.
020 4634 9886 View 020 4634 9886
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Sam Cox
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a professionally trained and qualified counsellor supporting clients with a wide range of issues. Reaching out for help can feel like a big step so I offer a free 15-minute consultation to help you to make your decision. Being able to talk about everything that matters to you and feeling truly heard and understood, can help you to ease your burdens and feel able to cope again. Working on-line together, I offer both long and short-term counselling,
I am a professionally trained and qualified counsellor supporting clients with a wide range of issues. Reaching out for help can feel like a big step so I offer a free 15-minute consultation to help you to make your decision. Being able to talk about everything that matters to you and feeling truly heard and understood, can help you to ease your burdens and feel able to cope again. Working on-line together, I offer both long and short-term counselling,
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Craig Philip Smith
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Online Only
I can work with you on a huge range of issues, including relationships, attachment, family dynamics, teen problems, child behaviour, neurodivergence, long term illness and disability. I will support, collaborate and try to make sense of what is going on. All things eventually pass - I will offer to weather the storm with you. I won’t be judging you or not taking you seriously. We will work together - and it will be work - but we will also aim to have fun and be creative in our work.
I can work with you on a huge range of issues, including relationships, attachment, family dynamics, teen problems, child behaviour, neurodivergence, long term illness and disability. I will support, collaborate and try to make sense of what is going on. All things eventually pass - I will offer to weather the storm with you. I won’t be judging you or not taking you seriously. We will work together - and it will be work - but we will also aim to have fun and be creative in our work.
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Jimi Katsis
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Online Only
You're holding everything together — work, relationships, responsibilities — and doing it well enough that nobody would guess the effort it actually takes. But privately something won't shift. The anxiety that appears for no obvious reason. The relationships that follow the same exhausting patterns. The flatness that success hasn't touched. You've probably tried to address it. Got some tools, felt better for a while. But something underneath keeps reasserting itself — and you're right that it does. I've spent 30 years helping people understand what's actually driving their experience, not just manage the symptoms.
You're holding everything together — work, relationships, responsibilities — and doing it well enough that nobody would guess the effort it actually takes. But privately something won't shift. The anxiety that appears for no obvious reason. The relationships that follow the same exhausting patterns. The flatness that success hasn't touched. You've probably tried to address it. Got some tools, felt better for a while. But something underneath keeps reasserting itself — and you're right that it does. I've spent 30 years helping people understand what's actually driving their experience, not just manage the symptoms.
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Dr Sarah Krantz
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Bristol BS8
I am a highly experienced counselling psychologist and psychotherapist. With additional training in Internal Family Systems, EMDR, CBT, Mindfulness and Couples Therapy, I have experience of working with complex client presentations. I also supervise other clinicians and have taught advanced clinical practice to doctoral students.
I am a highly experienced counselling psychologist and psychotherapist. With additional training in Internal Family Systems, EMDR, CBT, Mindfulness and Couples Therapy, I have experience of working with complex client presentations. I also supervise other clinicians and have taught advanced clinical practice to doctoral students.
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so-counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Bath BA1
Are you struggling with anxiety, addiction, trauma, loss of identity, symptoms of ADHD depression, low mood, being unable to relax or be yourself? It doesn't need to be that way. Through counselling we can create new ways of coping, seeing yourself through compassionate eyes and relearning how to truly love and care for yourself. Feeling unhappy is exhausting, so lets see what we can do to change things. You're not alone.
Are you struggling with anxiety, addiction, trauma, loss of identity, symptoms of ADHD depression, low mood, being unable to relax or be yourself? It doesn't need to be that way. Through counselling we can create new ways of coping, seeing yourself through compassionate eyes and relearning how to truly love and care for yourself. Feeling unhappy is exhausting, so lets see what we can do to change things. You're not alone.
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Sisto Counselling & Psychotherapy Services
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Bristol BS3
We employ Mindfulness, Core Belief & Schema Change, Compassion-Focused Therapy etc
It’s normal, at some point, to get stuck, or to struggle facing life's challenges. Sometimes we know exactly what’s wrong but at other times we might just have a nagging sense that something isn’t quite right. Therapy can help by supporting you to explore the roots of your distress, understand more clearly what’s keeping you stuck, and create new ways to think about yourself and your relationship roles and patterns. By uncovering the obstacles holding you back, you can learn to problem-solve, make better choices, practise healthier coping strategies, and turn your goals into realities to find a greater sense of peace and fulfilment.
We employ Mindfulness, Core Belief & Schema Change, Compassion-Focused Therapy etc
It’s normal, at some point, to get stuck, or to struggle facing life's challenges. Sometimes we know exactly what’s wrong but at other times we might just have a nagging sense that something isn’t quite right. Therapy can help by supporting you to explore the roots of your distress, understand more clearly what’s keeping you stuck, and create new ways to think about yourself and your relationship roles and patterns. By uncovering the obstacles holding you back, you can learn to problem-solve, make better choices, practise healthier coping strategies, and turn your goals into realities to find a greater sense of peace and fulfilment.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counsellors
How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.

When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behaviour through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.

Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.