Autism Counselling in Southampton
Area's of expertise include psychological support and treatment for adults, young people and children experiencing Anxiety (e.g., OCD, GAD, Health anxiety, Social Anxiety), Depression, Work burn-out, have a Long-Term Health Condition, Neurological Conditions, a Learning Disability, Autism-Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
Are worries keeping you up at night? stressed about bills, going to work or school? feeling low and not wanting to get out of bed in the mornings? Do you find yourself getting caught up in your thoughts, ruminating on past experiences, trying to create new ways to feel happy and less anxious, sad, angry; but it never works. Not leaving your home? Our mental health is key to us all living a fulfilled and enjoyable life, yet it is often spoken about less frequently than other areas of our lives. I offer you a safe space to talk about the difficulties you experience, work on improving your mental health and overall quality of life.
Area's of expertise include psychological support and treatment for adults, young people and children experiencing Anxiety (e.g., OCD, GAD, Health anxiety, Social Anxiety), Depression, Work burn-out, have a Long-Term Health Condition, Neurological Conditions, a Learning Disability, Autism-Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
Are worries keeping you up at night? stressed about bills, going to work or school? feeling low and not wanting to get out of bed in the mornings? Do you find yourself getting caught up in your thoughts, ruminating on past experiences, trying to create new ways to feel happy and less anxious, sad, angry; but it never works. Not leaving your home? Our mental health is key to us all living a fulfilled and enjoyable life, yet it is often spoken about less frequently than other areas of our lives. I offer you a safe space to talk about the difficulties you experience, work on improving your mental health and overall quality of life.
Up at night with your mind racing — worrying or reliving the past?
Worn out from trying to prevent the "next bad thing"?
If you need controlling, checking, or avoiding things to feel safe, "it may be time to speak with an expert" could be a thought going through your mind.
If you look capable on the outside but feel exhausted on the inside, let us work together so we understand the pattern beneath the worry and support you feel calmer, clearer, and more grounded.
If the past keeps echoing into the present — through worry, tension, dread, or unwanted memories — let us work together so you can feel steadier without being "on guard".
Up at night with your mind racing — worrying or reliving the past?
Worn out from trying to prevent the "next bad thing"?
If you need controlling, checking, or avoiding things to feel safe, "it may be time to speak with an expert" could be a thought going through your mind.
If you look capable on the outside but feel exhausted on the inside, let us work together so we understand the pattern beneath the worry and support you feel calmer, clearer, and more grounded.
If the past keeps echoing into the present — through worry, tension, dread, or unwanted memories — let us work together so you can feel steadier without being "on guard".
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.
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.
Choosing to see a counsellor isn't easy. I know. There's still a lot of stigma attached to the decision. But, counselling can be a wonderful tool. It can help you make sense of difficult and puzzling circumstances. Anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, anger, low self-esteem and trauma seemingly appear from nowhere. They might be recent or may have been around a while. And then there's family issues and couples counselling. I can help you get to the cause and get some relief. I'm person-centred and I’m authentic. I'm non-judgemental. I’m BACP registered and believe in your inherent potential. I'll help you be your personal best.
Choosing to see a counsellor isn't easy. I know. There's still a lot of stigma attached to the decision. But, counselling can be a wonderful tool. It can help you make sense of difficult and puzzling circumstances. Anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, anger, low self-esteem and trauma seemingly appear from nowhere. They might be recent or may have been around a while. And then there's family issues and couples counselling. I can help you get to the cause and get some relief. I'm person-centred and I’m authentic. I'm non-judgemental. I’m BACP registered and believe in your inherent potential. I'll help you be your personal best.
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.
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.
I focus mostly on identity and intersectional experiences. My main areas of interest and knowledge are queer identities, gender identity (including cis, trans+, enby, and intersex), poly relationships, families with mixed ethnic and/or religious backgrounds, disability/illness (including hidden) and difficult parenting/parented relationships (including single parenting, and queer parenting). I am open to working with any kind of client, regardless of lifestyle, history, and past mistakes. Please see my website for more information and my inclusion statement. I work online only and my session fees range from £30 to £60 per session.
I focus mostly on identity and intersectional experiences. My main areas of interest and knowledge are queer identities, gender identity (including cis, trans+, enby, and intersex), poly relationships, families with mixed ethnic and/or religious backgrounds, disability/illness (including hidden) and difficult parenting/parented relationships (including single parenting, and queer parenting). I am open to working with any kind of client, regardless of lifestyle, history, and past mistakes. Please see my website for more information and my inclusion statement. I work online only and my session fees range from £30 to £60 per session.
I am a highly experienced counsellor and my aim is to create a positive, trusting environment in which I help you to help yourself. I provide a safe and caring professional counselling and psychotherapy service. I am an empathic and approachable person working in a non-judgemental and confidential way. By exploring your past, the causes of present day problems are often revealed. We can't change the past, but we can gain understanding allowing you to relate differently to yourself, others and problems in order to choose to make changes or find acceptance.
I am a highly experienced counsellor and my aim is to create a positive, trusting environment in which I help you to help yourself. I provide a safe and caring professional counselling and psychotherapy service. I am an empathic and approachable person working in a non-judgemental and confidential way. By exploring your past, the causes of present day problems are often revealed. We can't change the past, but we can gain understanding allowing you to relate differently to yourself, others and problems in order to choose to make changes or find acceptance.
Many of my clients present to me with anxiety, low-confidence or specific mental health issues. Goals are often to feel happier, cope better at work or in relationships. Steps to achieving this tend to centre around better understanding of self and identifying what barriers we have constructed that keep us stuck.
Instead of seeing an insurmountable wall, in many cases there's an opportunity for growth. My job is to help you figure out how to take your first steps and overcome fear and negativity. Often, the very first is asking for help.
Many of my clients present to me with anxiety, low-confidence or specific mental health issues. Goals are often to feel happier, cope better at work or in relationships. Steps to achieving this tend to centre around better understanding of self and identifying what barriers we have constructed that keep us stuck.
Instead of seeing an insurmountable wall, in many cases there's an opportunity for growth. My job is to help you figure out how to take your first steps and overcome fear and negativity. Often, the very first is asking for help.
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.
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.
Do you need help with relationship issues? Are you suffering from anxiety or depression? Are you struggling with stress in in your work or career? I provide a warm, caring, safe space for you to explore whatever you need. I also offer couples and family counselling, and coaching. Depending on what you need, we can work short term on specific issues, longer term in-depth psychotherapy, or coaching where I can help you achieve success and fulfillment in your personal or professional life. I also offer walk and talk therapy in the beautiful South Downs National Park. This option has proved popular with people of all ages.
Do you need help with relationship issues? Are you suffering from anxiety or depression? Are you struggling with stress in in your work or career? I provide a warm, caring, safe space for you to explore whatever you need. I also offer couples and family counselling, and coaching. Depending on what you need, we can work short term on specific issues, longer term in-depth psychotherapy, or coaching where I can help you achieve success and fulfillment in your personal or professional life. I also offer walk and talk therapy in the beautiful South Downs National Park. This option has proved popular with people of all ages.
I offer a professional, confidential and friendly space for you to explore whatever is troubling you. I am open, honest and laid back and provide a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore any difficulties in your life. Talking about and exploring your emotions and feelings will help you come to your own conclusions and empower you to take your next steps in life. Talking to a counsellor can feel daunting, but can help you resolve and understand any challenges or difficulties you may be facing. Counselling can help you make sense of your emotions bringing about positive change in your life. I also work using EMDR.
I offer a professional, confidential and friendly space for you to explore whatever is troubling you. I am open, honest and laid back and provide a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore any difficulties in your life. Talking about and exploring your emotions and feelings will help you come to your own conclusions and empower you to take your next steps in life. Talking to a counsellor can feel daunting, but can help you resolve and understand any challenges or difficulties you may be facing. Counselling can help you make sense of your emotions bringing about positive change in your life. I also work using EMDR.
Carmen Morales - Neurodiversity Affirming
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I support adults, couples, and groups struggling with depression and anxiety disorders - GAD, OCD, PTSD, panic, phobias and body dysmorphia. I also attend to low self-esteem, perfectionism, and interpersonal difficulties.
I have specialised in supporting neurodiversity from an affirmative-care approach, moving away from "pathologising symptoms", towards understanding individual needs, goals and wishes.
Additionally, I offer regular and ad hoc clinical supervision, as well as neurodiversity-specific supervision for other clinicians.
I support adults, couples, and groups struggling with depression and anxiety disorders - GAD, OCD, PTSD, panic, phobias and body dysmorphia. I also attend to low self-esteem, perfectionism, and interpersonal difficulties.
I have specialised in supporting neurodiversity from an affirmative-care approach, moving away from "pathologising symptoms", towards understanding individual needs, goals and wishes.
Additionally, I offer regular and ad hoc clinical supervision, as well as neurodiversity-specific supervision for other clinicians.
The step towards therapy invites change.
Welcome. I offer a therapeutic relationship grounded in compassion, respect, and honesty. I work with individuals, relationships, and young people.
If you choose to work with me, I aim to be present, authentic, and empathically responsive, supporting a deeper awareness of your thoughts, emotions, and body.
My approach is trauma-informed and rooted in a person-centred philosophy that respects your inner guidance, and recognises your experiences and context shape your world, and your perception. That nothing exists in isolation.
The step towards therapy invites change.
Welcome. I offer a therapeutic relationship grounded in compassion, respect, and honesty. I work with individuals, relationships, and young people.
If you choose to work with me, I aim to be present, authentic, and empathically responsive, supporting a deeper awareness of your thoughts, emotions, and body.
My approach is trauma-informed and rooted in a person-centred philosophy that respects your inner guidance, and recognises your experiences and context shape your world, and your perception. That nothing exists in isolation.
As a person-centred therapist I believe in the power of open and non-judgemental space to explore ourselves. Answers come when we understand the questions we're asking. I'm here alongside you in that process by understanding and supporting you.
I have had experience in multiple areas including addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, low mood and homelessness.
As a person-centred therapist I believe in the power of open and non-judgemental space to explore ourselves. Answers come when we understand the questions we're asking. I'm here alongside you in that process by understanding and supporting you.
I have had experience in multiple areas including addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, low mood and homelessness.
Alongside CBT, I integrate alternative approaches such as compassion focused therapy and adapt for ADHD, autism or physical health conditions.
I’m an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, and Couples Therapist. I have worked in mental health since 2017; currently working in the NHS and supporting military personnel. I help 16yo+ with social anxiety, health anxiety, phobias, OCD, panic, stress, trauma (PTSD/C-PTSD/grief), low self-esteem and depression. I help you develop a deeper understanding of yourself, build practical skills, and work towards meaningful and lasting change. In Couples CBT, I support you to understand interaction patterns, improve communication and explore problematic topics. I also support couples navigating infidelity.
Alongside CBT, I integrate alternative approaches such as compassion focused therapy and adapt for ADHD, autism or physical health conditions.
I’m an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, and Couples Therapist. I have worked in mental health since 2017; currently working in the NHS and supporting military personnel. I help 16yo+ with social anxiety, health anxiety, phobias, OCD, panic, stress, trauma (PTSD/C-PTSD/grief), low self-esteem and depression. I help you develop a deeper understanding of yourself, build practical skills, and work towards meaningful and lasting change. In Couples CBT, I support you to understand interaction patterns, improve communication and explore problematic topics. I also support couples navigating infidelity.
Hi. I'm Bernadette, a qualified and experienced person-centred counsellor in Southampton and the New Forest area. Following over 20 years' experience working within the NHS, I now work for two well known charities supporting those with life limiting illness and bereavement, along with a local charity supporting both victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence, whilst also running my own successful private practice. I offer an understanding and empathic safe space and environment to facilitate your personal growth and support you whilst navigating life's challenges without judgement.
Hi. I'm Bernadette, a qualified and experienced person-centred counsellor in Southampton and the New Forest area. Following over 20 years' experience working within the NHS, I now work for two well known charities supporting those with life limiting illness and bereavement, along with a local charity supporting both victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence, whilst also running my own successful private practice. I offer an understanding and empathic safe space and environment to facilitate your personal growth and support you whilst navigating life's challenges without judgement.
I am a qualified psychotherapist specialising in Transactional Analysis with a solution-focused approach. I work with adults and young people aged 11+, supporting those with trauma, PTSD, and phobias using techniques such as Rewind. I have a particular interest in working with neurodiverse clients, and as someone who is neurodiverse myself, I bring both professional expertise and personal understanding. I am a BACP member and hold an enhanced DBS check for working safely with adults and children.
I am a qualified psychotherapist specialising in Transactional Analysis with a solution-focused approach. I work with adults and young people aged 11+, supporting those with trauma, PTSD, and phobias using techniques such as Rewind. I have a particular interest in working with neurodiverse clients, and as someone who is neurodiverse myself, I bring both professional expertise and personal understanding. I am a BACP member and hold an enhanced DBS check for working safely with adults and children.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, stress, relationship issues, or any other personal challenges, your needs will be safely met. With extensive experience working with couples and individuals, I'm committed to your progress. I support and guide you towards greater clarity and emotional stability.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, stress, relationship issues, or any other personal challenges, your needs will be safely met. With extensive experience working with couples and individuals, I'm committed to your progress. I support and guide you towards greater clarity and emotional stability.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and it’s okay to need a little extra support. You might be feeling stuck, lost, or unsure how to move forward, or finding it hard to achieve the things that matter to you. These experiences can sometimes lead to self-criticism or self-doubt. Counselling offers a safe, confidential, and supportive space where you can talk openly about whatever you’re going through, helping you move toward the growth and positive change you’d like to see in your life.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and it’s okay to need a little extra support. You might be feeling stuck, lost, or unsure how to move forward, or finding it hard to achieve the things that matter to you. These experiences can sometimes lead to self-criticism or self-doubt. Counselling offers a safe, confidential, and supportive space where you can talk openly about whatever you’re going through, helping you move toward the growth and positive change you’d like to see in your life.
I strive to offer a warm, empathic, and reassuring space where you can explore your challenges and find a path forward. I believe that everyone deserves to feel heard, understood, and empowered to create positive change in their lives.
I adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for Counselling Professions, ensuring confidentiality and a strong therapeutic relationship. Whether you're seeking individual support, family therapy, or help for your child or adolescent, I am here to walk alongside you on your journey towards well-being.
I strive to offer a warm, empathic, and reassuring space where you can explore your challenges and find a path forward. I believe that everyone deserves to feel heard, understood, and empowered to create positive change in their lives.
I adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for Counselling Professions, ensuring confidentiality and a strong therapeutic relationship. Whether you're seeking individual support, family therapy, or help for your child or adolescent, I am here to walk alongside you on your journey towards well-being.
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