Counselling in Southampton

Doris Prugel-Bennett
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
You may experience problems in daily functioning, be it difficulties in private, intimate and/or work relationships, engaging in self-harming, symptoms of anxiety and/or depression, or have experienced physical or emotional trauma which continuously and seriously affect your life. Often experiences from the past and lack of tools can cause emotional turmoil and stress. Purely being human and experiencing fears of the future can push people to their limits. Psychotherapy offers a safe and confidential space in which in which you are accompanied while honestly talking and exploring new ways forward.

Orah Bradshaw
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Do you believe you are doing the best you can but unfortunately often end up experiencing repetitive cycles of hurt and misunderstanding? When couples enter my counselling room, they are often filled with pain and despair. They look to me, to address their conflicts, help them recover from distress and repair their relationships.

Karen Marolia
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
If you are reading this it is likely that you are considering therapy. Seeking support when life is presenting challenges can be quite daunting and you may have some worries about sharing your feelings. I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgmental environment for you to be heard, where I believe the relationship between us is the key to supporting you in your journey. Perhaps experiences from your past or in the present are impacting how you live your daily life or maybe you’re feeling anxious, stressed or generally unhappy and would like to make some changes.
Waitlist for new clients

Megan Baker-Stevens
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you feel stuck, sad, or anxious? Are you an adult struggling with life right now? Or a parent concerned for your child or teen? Life can throw up difficulties at any time, a difficult childhood, trauma, or a relationship breakdown. You or your child may have experienced bullying, difficulties fitting in or managing social and cultural expectations. These experiences can lead to the development of anxiety and low mood, self esteem issues, and other mental health difficulties. Therapy can help you to understand yourself, and the impact of your thoughts and behaviours more deeply.

Changing Pages Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
My name is Angeline, I am a trained Supervisor, EMDR therapist (Course accredited by EMDR UK), Couples Counsellor and Children's and Young person Therapist. I have many years experience in private practice working with adults, couples and young people. I have worked alongside children services as a trauma therapist and alongside Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services delivering CBT focused therapy for addictions. My approach is tailored to individuals as a Humanistic/Person-centred Therapist.

Clare Lay
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am a fully qualified Relationship Counsellor in private practice, trained with Relate (also working for them) and a member of the BACP, NCPS and I am also a practicing Psychosexual Therapist in advanced stages of training and a student member of COSRT. At my Private Practice in Hampshire, LinkedUp Counselling (Please see website), I help individual and couple clients with relationship challenges, including communication and intimacy. I also offer therapy called "Single Session Therapy" where it is possible to come along for a slightly longer session and discuss one issue with more help available if this is not enough.

Tom Bulpit
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hi, I’m Tom! If you’re reading my profile, then chances are either you or someone you love is having a really hard time at the moment. Thinking about getting support can feel really scary and difficult – and making that decision to pick up the phone or go to your first counselling session can feel terrifying. I know this because a long time ago it was me making that first phone call too. I work with a very wide range of issues - nothing is ever off limits with me. Whatever it is that's affecting you, I'm here to help. I work with teenagers, adults and families.

Corine Hope
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Seeking therapy takes courage and finding the right therapist can be a daunting task. Perhaps you would like to make changes to your life but are unsure of where to begin? We can work together to help identify patterns and themes of your view of the world and yourself in it. We can think about how past experiences may have impacted on your ability to cope and function. With acquiring greater insight, awareness and meaning, we can work towards breaking destructive patterns and gain resources which will help you cope with difficulties and make profound changes to your life and relationships.
Not accepting new clients

Sharon Gayle
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hi, thanks for stopping by for a visit to my page. You might have stopped by because you are struggling with life’s challenges past or present and feel stuck in the same old place? Are these difficulties dictating how you live and feel? If the answer is yes, I can help you facilitate the changes you want for your life, by offering you a safe confidential space to explore who you are? Your wants, fears, anxieties, stresses? Meeting you where you are, and at your pace, without judgement. My approach is a tailor made holistic, whole self-approach, looking at the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of ourselves.

Isaac Onabajo
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
Hi there and welcome to my profile. I came into counselling to help and to support people and that is what I can offer you. At times, you may feel lost, low, depressed, confused, anxious, angry, or are suffering from a loss, a betrayal and in despair about your life, a relationship, your work or your personal circumstances, then you may be considering counselling as a way forward. However you may be feeling unsure of what it involves. If you are needing help, well I am here to help you. I practice Person-Centred Counselling. My aim is to listen to you with empathy, compassion.

Simon James Carpenter
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I am BACP and EMDR Europe accredited practitioner for both adults and children and young people. I work within the professional standards required for these professional bodies. I have 15 years experience providing therapeutic intervention for adults, children and young people who have experienced trauma from a wide range of difficulties, such as bereavement, abuse, relationship issues, depression, anxiety . This enables me to be creative and flexible in relation to the way my clients wish to work. I recognise the importance of working within the BACP ethical framework, which informs me of best practice and professional integrity.
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Alison Curtis
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am an experienced, results-focused Relationship Specialist, & have worked in this area for the past 16 years. I am a qualified relationship coach; a master NLP practitioner, & a relationship counsellor/therapist. I work in industry helping leaders navigate difficult relationships with their colleagues…and I do the same for couples with a lot of success. Over the years, I have spent in advance of £30K on my own continuing professional development which has all been relationships-focused, & I continue to invest heavily in my own development today. I charge more than most counsellors so please be aware of this when reaching out.

Niki Reeves
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Our earliest relationships have an effect on the relationship we have with ourselves, with those who are important to us, with society, and the wider world in which we live. If carers are unable to give the care that met our changing needs in childhood, if our parents were unable to attune to us, our emotional resilience can be insufficient. Now grown we can feel we list from one crisis to another, have relationships that cause unhappiness and feel life is really difficult and everything goes wrong. Our defence mechanisms, once vital for survival, are now additional problems that can make life almost too difficult to bear.

Holm Therapies
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
Hello and welcome! My name’s Kylie - thanks for stopping by. I offer sessions online and via telephone for your convenience. Are you ready to start your journey to healing with a highly experienced mental health professional? Whether you’ve experienced trauma, have social phobia, or difficulties in relationships with others, as a committed, professional therapist accredited in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), and part one trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) for trauma, you are in safe hands, and your well-being goals and recovery are my number one priority.
Southampton SO31
& Online

Jane Gosnell-Lee
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hi, I'm a Counsellor and Psychotherapist based in Marchwood, near Southampton but also offer online/ telephone and couple therapy sessions. Counselling is a place to help you explore the personal worries and issues you face. I aim to listen in an accepting, understanding, therapeutic and confidential way to build a warm, honest, genuine and open relationship between us in which you find trust in me and yourself, to explore your personal world. I believe this will enable you to reflect and make the best decisions for yourself in order to develop your own personal growth.

Alina Vyslynska
Psychotherapist, MSc, BACP
Verified
Verified
Starting personal therapy is a big decision and it makes sense to wonder where to start and which psychotherapist to choose. How would you know what’s right for you? Making the decision to tell someone about the things that bother you most is not an easy one. However, if you are here, I would guess there’s a need to talk. Whatever it is - whether it is problems in the present, memories of the past or worries about the future - I can promise you a safe and confidential space to talk about it. A journey to find out what can make things better for you is a lot easier if you’re not alone in it.

Roxanne Edmonds
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Finding a new counsellor can be daunting, so have a read of my profile and how I work, to see if you feel we could work together. You are welcome to contact me for more information. I offer a professional, confidential and friendly therapeutic space for you to explore what is troubling you. Sessions will be f-2-f/online in a warm and safe environment where you can bring any subject you wish to discuss without fear of judgment. Counselling can lead to self discovery, confidence and understanding, helping you to come to your own decisions, feel improved moods and discover a new, brighter, happier way of being.

Catherine Carter
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hi, I'm Catherine and I am a BACP registered Person Centred counsellor. At times we can feel overwhelmed by life - past experiences, difficulties in the present and fears about the future. Counselling can be very helpful during these difficult times. It can enable us change the way we think about feel about things. It can help us explore our thoughts surrounding a particular issue, even when that might be challenging, and increase our self-confidence and self-esteem as we gain a deeper understanding of ourselves. By talking through things we all have the power to change our thinking and thrive as a result.

Dr Victoria Russ
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
For adolescents or adults looking for evidence-based psychological therapy with a Clinical Psychologist. I strongly believe that therapy can be highly rewarding, empowering and validating. It is also vital to me that therapy is a collaborative process, and that a trusting, respectful and safe therapeutic relationship is built. For most people, the prospect of therapy is filled with lots of unknowns, and I will always try and explain the process so that you can make informed decisions.
Southampton SO40
& Online

Peter Graeme Heath
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi, I’m Peter. A big reason for coming to counselling is that talking to a friend about intensely personal stuff can be daunting. I’m trained as a Person-Centred Counsellor and I’m an empathic listener. I’m non-judgemental and I’m keen to understand your point of view. My starting point is to see things exactly the way you do. I’ll be with you and support you as long as you want. I’m keen to help you get to the bottom of things. I have a lot of life experience and I’m authentic. I’m BACP registered and I believe in the inherent potential of human beings. My experience has proved we can all reach our full potential at any time.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online or over the phone 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.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counsellors are all licensed mental health professionals. In many countries, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counsellor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counsellors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counsellor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counselling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
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.
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.