Parenting Counselling in Somerton
I work with a wide range of diverse needs and people, but particularly those struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, poor self-esteem and the feeling that they are just not good enough.
Many of the people I work with find themselves feeling constantly anxious - worrying about what other people think of them, trying to keep everyone happy or believing they are flawed and not good enough. They are often exhausted and frustrated that they can't find a way to break free from this.
I work with a wide range of diverse needs and people, but particularly those struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, poor self-esteem and the feeling that they are just not good enough.
Many of the people I work with find themselves feeling constantly anxious - worrying about what other people think of them, trying to keep everyone happy or believing they are flawed and not good enough. They are often exhausted and frustrated that they can't find a way to break free from this.
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.
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.
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.
We are all products of our upbringing and experiences and sometimes this can lead to problems in the present. Anxiety, low self esteem and not feeling good in relationships for example. I can work with you to unravel what this is about and help you find new ways of coping and moving forwards. We can talk or use creative methods to facilitate this discovery process. I work with young people, adults and couples and the work is all driven by you and on your terms. I offer a free, initial meeting so you can decide if I am the right Counsellor for you.
I also offer Clinical Supervision for other Professional Counsellors and Trainees.
We are all products of our upbringing and experiences and sometimes this can lead to problems in the present. Anxiety, low self esteem and not feeling good in relationships for example. I can work with you to unravel what this is about and help you find new ways of coping and moving forwards. We can talk or use creative methods to facilitate this discovery process. I work with young people, adults and couples and the work is all driven by you and on your terms. I offer a free, initial meeting so you can decide if I am the right Counsellor for you.
I also offer Clinical Supervision for other Professional Counsellors and Trainees.
I offer professional counselling for adults and young people aged 16+ in person in Street, near Glastonbury, Somerset, and online across the UK. As an integrative, psycho-spiritual counsellor, I support people who feel emotionally overwhelmed, highly sensitive, or struggling to cope, helping them feel more grounded, safe, and able to move forward.
I offer professional counselling for adults and young people aged 16+ in person in Street, near Glastonbury, Somerset, and online across the UK. As an integrative, psycho-spiritual counsellor, I support people who feel emotionally overwhelmed, highly sensitive, or struggling to cope, helping them feel more grounded, safe, and able to move forward.
I realise that making the decision to come to counselling can be frightening or tough. Eventually an event, a situation or living with relationship difficulties, anxiety, low mood, or sadness can lead you to consider this option. You have the choice to live in a more comfortable way and I can help you with this. I work with couples and individuals, I care deeply about the work I do and the journey we take together. We will look at the issues and feelings that are present for you, provide a holding place to understand and work through them. This will lead you to start to feel the benefit of real change in you and your relationships.
I realise that making the decision to come to counselling can be frightening or tough. Eventually an event, a situation or living with relationship difficulties, anxiety, low mood, or sadness can lead you to consider this option. You have the choice to live in a more comfortable way and I can help you with this. I work with couples and individuals, I care deeply about the work I do and the journey we take together. We will look at the issues and feelings that are present for you, provide a holding place to understand and work through them. This will lead you to start to feel the benefit of real change in you and your relationships.
As a CBT therapist, I can support you in overcoming mental health and emotional challenges by helping you identify and reframe negative thought patterns and behaviours that are keeping you stuck. Together, we'll develop practical coping strategies tailored to your unique circumstances and goals that you can take away and be yours forever.
By setting realistic objectives, we can create a clear path toward your desired outcomes, whether that’s reducing anxiety, improving self-esteem and mood, or managing stress.
I am afraid I only accept referrals from individuals over the age of 17 years.
As a CBT therapist, I can support you in overcoming mental health and emotional challenges by helping you identify and reframe negative thought patterns and behaviours that are keeping you stuck. Together, we'll develop practical coping strategies tailored to your unique circumstances and goals that you can take away and be yours forever.
By setting realistic objectives, we can create a clear path toward your desired outcomes, whether that’s reducing anxiety, improving self-esteem and mood, or managing stress.
I am afraid I only accept referrals from individuals over the age of 17 years.
You may feel your problems are too small or insignificant and may find it hard to understand why things seem so difficult but I am particularly equipped to work with those who really want to understand what might be underlying their current feelings of depression or anxiety.
You may feel your problems are too small or insignificant and may find it hard to understand why things seem so difficult but I am particularly equipped to work with those who really want to understand what might be underlying their current feelings of depression or anxiety.
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I am a Relate trained SPECIALIST RELATIONSHIP THERAPIST with 15 years experience working with COUPLES, FAMILIES and INDIVIDUALS who are seeking help on working with all aspects of relationship difficulties. Are you in a cycle of arguments that you cannot escape? Or faced with issues that are making you feel anxious or depressed? If so communication is often at the heart of the problem and talking with an experienced therapist in a calm and non-judgemental environment can allow for a different way to communicate leading to a more effective way to understand and be understood.
I am a Relate trained SPECIALIST RELATIONSHIP THERAPIST with 15 years experience working with COUPLES, FAMILIES and INDIVIDUALS who are seeking help on working with all aspects of relationship difficulties. Are you in a cycle of arguments that you cannot escape? Or faced with issues that are making you feel anxious or depressed? If so communication is often at the heart of the problem and talking with an experienced therapist in a calm and non-judgemental environment can allow for a different way to communicate leading to a more effective way to understand and be understood.
I offer integrative child and young people's counselling and therapeutic child and teenage support. All our children and young people sometimes go through phases where not everything is going to plan. There might have been a bereavement, exam stress, bullying or sudden life changes have had an impact on their self esteem. Your might be concerned because your child has recently become angry, anxious, withdrawn, a bit more challenging or has developed difficulties in school. Sometimes they also struggle to find good friends, put themselves at risk or their physical health becomes affected.
I offer integrative child and young people's counselling and therapeutic child and teenage support. All our children and young people sometimes go through phases where not everything is going to plan. There might have been a bereavement, exam stress, bullying or sudden life changes have had an impact on their self esteem. Your might be concerned because your child has recently become angry, anxious, withdrawn, a bit more challenging or has developed difficulties in school. Sometimes they also struggle to find good friends, put themselves at risk or their physical health becomes affected.
Parents often feel judged when they are doing the best they can under difficult circumstances, and trust in others becomes unsafe.
I have worked in Clinical Psychology for 13 years specialising for 9 years with children 0-18 and their families. I offer a safe non-judgemental space for carers and children, individually and together to make sense of these difficulties. I use attachment based, integrative therapeutic and relational approaches to help you make positive changes.
Parents often feel judged when they are doing the best they can under difficult circumstances, and trust in others becomes unsafe.
I have worked in Clinical Psychology for 13 years specialising for 9 years with children 0-18 and their families. I offer a safe non-judgemental space for carers and children, individually and together to make sense of these difficulties. I use attachment based, integrative therapeutic and relational approaches to help you make positive changes.
Welcome, and well done for taking the first step towards finding the right therapist for you.
My therapy room is a safe space for you to be yourself, explore what it means to be you, and understand your needs and how to meet them. Whether you are wanting to know yourself better, work through difficult thoughts and emotions, understand your relationships or change unhelpful patterns, I am here to value and support you. I am passionate about inclusivity, open communication and taking a joint responsibility with clients to make a positive difference in their lives.
Welcome, and well done for taking the first step towards finding the right therapist for you.
My therapy room is a safe space for you to be yourself, explore what it means to be you, and understand your needs and how to meet them. Whether you are wanting to know yourself better, work through difficult thoughts and emotions, understand your relationships or change unhelpful patterns, I am here to value and support you. I am passionate about inclusivity, open communication and taking a joint responsibility with clients to make a positive difference in their lives.
Are you a parent or carer looking for support for the child in your care?
Sandplay is a gentle and surprisingly powerful invitation to self-discovery, as well as a safe and contained way to work through difficult past experiences, including grief and trauma. I am experienced in working with foster and adoptive families and care-experienced children and young people.
Are you a parent or carer looking for support for the child in your care?
Sandplay is a gentle and surprisingly powerful invitation to self-discovery, as well as a safe and contained way to work through difficult past experiences, including grief and trauma. I am experienced in working with foster and adoptive families and care-experienced children and young people.
I specialise in supporting new parents and neurodivergent people, including those with ADHD and autism, and am a fully qualified LGBTQ+ and GSRD affirming therapist, welcoming people from all walks of life.
I don't work from a single approach. I take the time to get to know you and draw on a wide range of therapeutic tools to find what works best for you, so we can find the right way forward together.
I specialise in supporting new parents and neurodivergent people, including those with ADHD and autism, and am a fully qualified LGBTQ+ and GSRD affirming therapist, welcoming people from all walks of life.
I don't work from a single approach. I take the time to get to know you and draw on a wide range of therapeutic tools to find what works best for you, so we can find the right way forward together.
Having worked in many child focus environments, I have gained a clear understanding of development and needs, this has enabled me to support parents in each rapidly changing chapter of family life.
Hello, thank you for taking the time to view my profile.
I offer a safe, nurturing and calm space where you can explore life’s challenges at your own pace, where you can slow down and curiously navigate what’s really happening beneath the surface.
Together, we can gently talk through what feels difficult, you may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in repeating patterns, held back by past experiences continue to influence how you respond to life today or feel unheard in areas of your life leaving you disconnected from who you truly are. Therapy gives you the opportunity to pause, reflect and explore your story.
Having worked in many child focus environments, I have gained a clear understanding of development and needs, this has enabled me to support parents in each rapidly changing chapter of family life.
Hello, thank you for taking the time to view my profile.
I offer a safe, nurturing and calm space where you can explore life’s challenges at your own pace, where you can slow down and curiously navigate what’s really happening beneath the surface.
Together, we can gently talk through what feels difficult, you may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in repeating patterns, held back by past experiences continue to influence how you respond to life today or feel unheard in areas of your life leaving you disconnected from who you truly are. Therapy gives you the opportunity to pause, reflect and explore your story.
I am an identity affirming therapist offering 121 support for adults and young people. I specialise in clients with ADHD, Autism and neurodivergence, anxiety and mood disorders, as well as providing family support to caregivers with neurodivergent children.
I work in an outdoor setting and I also offer online sessions. I provide a supportive and safe space to talk.
I hold individuality and autonomy at the centre of my practice and as a result, my work is very much tailored to meet what you need. I choose to work flexibly and without judgment, so that you can express yourself in whatever way feels most comfortable.
I am an identity affirming therapist offering 121 support for adults and young people. I specialise in clients with ADHD, Autism and neurodivergence, anxiety and mood disorders, as well as providing family support to caregivers with neurodivergent children.
I work in an outdoor setting and I also offer online sessions. I provide a supportive and safe space to talk.
I hold individuality and autonomy at the centre of my practice and as a result, my work is very much tailored to meet what you need. I choose to work flexibly and without judgment, so that you can express yourself in whatever way feels most comfortable.
A big part of my work is with adults who have suffered adverse childhood experiences or childhood emotional neglect. If this is you and you feel that you are struggling to cope because you are still carrying around the childhood adaptations you used to protect yourself, traits such as people pleasing, being afraid to try, afraid to use your voice, perfectionism traits, not being able to take criticism to name but a few. I have seen people turn their lives around when they have addressed these issues so if this speaks to you please contact me for a consultation. Don't let your past ruin your future it doesn't have to be this way.
A big part of my work is with adults who have suffered adverse childhood experiences or childhood emotional neglect. If this is you and you feel that you are struggling to cope because you are still carrying around the childhood adaptations you used to protect yourself, traits such as people pleasing, being afraid to try, afraid to use your voice, perfectionism traits, not being able to take criticism to name but a few. I have seen people turn their lives around when they have addressed these issues so if this speaks to you please contact me for a consultation. Don't let your past ruin your future it doesn't have to be this way.
I offer counselling for parents, siblings and family carers who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious or emotionally stretched.
Therapy with me is collaborative and gently paced. You do not need to arrive with everything neatly explained, or even know exactly what you want to say. We can begin with your experience as it is. Together, we can explore what feels most important to you so you feel heard, make sense of what you are carrying and reconnect with your own needs.
I offer counselling for parents, siblings and family carers who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious or emotionally stretched.
Therapy with me is collaborative and gently paced. You do not need to arrive with everything neatly explained, or even know exactly what you want to say. We can begin with your experience as it is. Together, we can explore what feels most important to you so you feel heard, make sense of what you are carrying and reconnect with your own needs.
I specialise in trauma-informed psychotherapy and mentoring for parents and carers of neurodivergent children and young people, with a focus on supporting parents of autistic girls.
With 15 years as a BACP-accredited integrative psychotherapist and trauma specialist, plus 25 years in the autism field, I provide compassionate, individualized support. EMDR is a powerful tool for addressing trauma from challenges like school refusal and demand avoidance but is always offered based on what feels right for you.
I specialise in trauma-informed psychotherapy and mentoring for parents and carers of neurodivergent children and young people, with a focus on supporting parents of autistic girls.
With 15 years as a BACP-accredited integrative psychotherapist and trauma specialist, plus 25 years in the autism field, I provide compassionate, individualized support. EMDR is a powerful tool for addressing trauma from challenges like school refusal and demand avoidance but is always offered based on what feels right for you.
Many are parents, intended parents, surrogates and other caregivers who are struggling with anxiety, OCD, burnout, sensory overwhelm, trauma, low mood, or feeling disconnected from themselves.
OT Intuition is a trauma informed occupational therapy service supporting adults, parents and carers through periods of mental health challenge, identity transition and burnout. I specialise in perinatal mental health, including parent infant wellbeing, attachment and support with intrusive scary thoughts - OCD. Services are available online and in person.
Many are parents, intended parents, surrogates and other caregivers who are struggling with anxiety, OCD, burnout, sensory overwhelm, trauma, low mood, or feeling disconnected from themselves.
OT Intuition is a trauma informed occupational therapy service supporting adults, parents and carers through periods of mental health challenge, identity transition and burnout. I specialise in perinatal mental health, including parent infant wellbeing, attachment and support with intrusive scary thoughts - OCD. Services are available online and in person.
Nearby Parenting Counsellors Searches for Somerton
- Bruton
- Crewkerne
- Glastonbury
- Ilminster
- Langport
- Pulborough
- Shepton Mallet
- Sherborne
- Street
- Wells
- Wincanton
- Yeovil
Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.