Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counselling in Southampton
I value my work with a broad range of clients alongside specialisms in eating disorders, perinatal mental health, recovery from abuse and improving self esteem.
Client feedback has included "I feel freer than I've ever been.", "I value myself now." and "I have made changes to deep rooted issues I never thought I could overcome."
To support your goals from therapy I balance empathy with careful therapeutic challenge, at your pace.
Experienced across a variety of concerns including: Depression - Anxiety - Chronic illness - Relationship issues - Trauma - Stress - Pre/Postnatal issues - Parenting - Eating Disorders - Body image - Sexual assault - Identity - Sexuality - "People pleasing" - Life changes such as Redundancy/Retirement. Our sessions are thoughtfully tailored for your needs.
I value my work with a broad range of clients alongside specialisms in eating disorders, perinatal mental health, recovery from abuse and improving self esteem.
Client feedback has included "I feel freer than I've ever been.", "I value myself now." and "I have made changes to deep rooted issues I never thought I could overcome."
To support your goals from therapy I balance empathy with careful therapeutic challenge, at your pace.
Experienced across a variety of concerns including: Depression - Anxiety - Chronic illness - Relationship issues - Trauma - Stress - Pre/Postnatal issues - Parenting - Eating Disorders - Body image - Sexual assault - Identity - Sexuality - "People pleasing" - Life changes such as Redundancy/Retirement. Our sessions are thoughtfully tailored for your needs.
I am passionate about issues around perinatal mental health, relationships, diversity, and young people's mental health.
Are you wanting to think more clearly, feel calmer and more content? Therapy can help you reduce symptoms caused by overwhelm, bereavement, a sense of loss or issues at work, or in your relationships. I help clients from 16 up to understand and manage their emotions and relationship difficulties with other people or with themselves, including cross cultural and neurodivergence aspects. Together, we can process what is causing you problems and create your new story. Appointments available in person, either outdoors or indoors, and online. You do not have to commit to a set number of sessions. You can decide what is right for you.
I am passionate about issues around perinatal mental health, relationships, diversity, and young people's mental health.
Are you wanting to think more clearly, feel calmer and more content? Therapy can help you reduce symptoms caused by overwhelm, bereavement, a sense of loss or issues at work, or in your relationships. I help clients from 16 up to understand and manage their emotions and relationship difficulties with other people or with themselves, including cross cultural and neurodivergence aspects. Together, we can process what is causing you problems and create your new story. Appointments available in person, either outdoors or indoors, and online. You do not have to commit to a set number of sessions. You can decide what is right for you.
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.
Anxiety & Trauma sp. Andrea Di Giovenale CBT emdr
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
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 someone.
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 someone.
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".
Are you experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, low mood, or just not feeling yourself? Maybe you are struggling with relationships or family problems? Counselling can help you to explore these things in a safe, non-judgemental environment.
Are you experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, low mood, or just not feeling yourself? Maybe you are struggling with relationships or family problems? Counselling can help you to explore these things in a safe, non-judgemental environment.
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.
As a therapist trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), I offer a structured yet compassionate approach to healing and personal growth. I work with clients to identify unhelpful patterns, build practical coping strategies, and process past experiences that may still impact the present. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, trauma, or life transitions, I bring warmth, clinical expertise, and a deep respect for your journey.
As a therapist trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), I offer a structured yet compassionate approach to healing and personal growth. I work with clients to identify unhelpful patterns, build practical coping strategies, and process past experiences that may still impact the present. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, trauma, or life transitions, I bring warmth, clinical expertise, and a deep respect for your journey.
I am BACP, EMDR Europe accredited Consultant for adults and children and young people. I work within the professional standards required for these professional bodies. I have 19 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.
I am BACP, EMDR Europe accredited Consultant for adults and children and young people. I work within the professional standards required for these professional bodies. I have 19 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.
Hi, my name is Jamie (she/her) and I am the therapist and owner of Lucent Counselling and Psychotherapy. I am a person-centred therapist offering talk therapy both in-person and online. Working in a person-centred way means I value and respect the uniqueness of each person. I aim to offer a warm & confidential space in which you can explore your thoughts and feelings, whether that’s healing past pains or working through present difficulties. I offer a free 15 minute introductory call to give us the opportunity to make contact, talk through what is bringing you to therapy and for you to get to know me and how I work.
Hi, my name is Jamie (she/her) and I am the therapist and owner of Lucent Counselling and Psychotherapy. I am a person-centred therapist offering talk therapy both in-person and online. Working in a person-centred way means I value and respect the uniqueness of each person. I aim to offer a warm & confidential space in which you can explore your thoughts and feelings, whether that’s healing past pains or working through present difficulties. I offer a free 15 minute introductory call to give us the opportunity to make contact, talk through what is bringing you to therapy and for you to get to know me and how I work.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, perhaps struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, or a sense that something isn’t quite right. I work with adults over 18 who are facing challenges affecting their mental and emotional wellbeing. There is no one-size-fits-all in counselling, so sessions are tailored to your needs, preferences, and pace. Counselling provides a calm, supportive, and non-judgemental space to pause, feel heard, and explore your thoughts and feelings. Together, we can uncover insights, build self-awareness, and support greater clarity, self-acceptance, and understanding of self.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, perhaps struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, or a sense that something isn’t quite right. I work with adults over 18 who are facing challenges affecting their mental and emotional wellbeing. There is no one-size-fits-all in counselling, so sessions are tailored to your needs, preferences, and pace. Counselling provides a calm, supportive, and non-judgemental space to pause, feel heard, and explore your thoughts and feelings. Together, we can uncover insights, build self-awareness, and support greater clarity, self-acceptance, and understanding of self.
As a Person-Centred Psychotherapist, I offer therapy to people who are at a point in their lives where they recognise a need for change, or that they feel something is not right, and want to discover what that is, I will support you on that journey. We will work through any issues together to make the changes you need to get your life back on track and feeling happier and fulfilled. I also work with couples, siblings, parent and child and friendships, managing these relationships, gaining a better understanding of each other when life has become difficult. If you have any questions please feel free to get in touch.
As a Person-Centred Psychotherapist, I offer therapy to people who are at a point in their lives where they recognise a need for change, or that they feel something is not right, and want to discover what that is, I will support you on that journey. We will work through any issues together to make the changes you need to get your life back on track and feeling happier and fulfilled. I also work with couples, siblings, parent and child and friendships, managing these relationships, gaining a better understanding of each other when life has become difficult. If you have any questions please feel free to get in touch.
Hello I'm Jen and I am a person-centred therapist.
I have been in private practice since 2020 where I see clients remotely. I offer person-centred therapy to both adults and children from 12-18.
Working as a person-centred therapist I believe the client is very much the driver of their own therapy journey and I am here to offer that safe space required to enable the client to freely explore what is going on for them at a pace which feels natural to the individual. There is no obligation to set goals as the therapy I provide is very fluid and can go in any direction as the therapy offered is all about the person and not targets.
Hello I'm Jen and I am a person-centred therapist.
I have been in private practice since 2020 where I see clients remotely. I offer person-centred therapy to both adults and children from 12-18.
Working as a person-centred therapist I believe the client is very much the driver of their own therapy journey and I am here to offer that safe space required to enable the client to freely explore what is going on for them at a pace which feels natural to the individual. There is no obligation to set goals as the therapy I provide is very fluid and can go in any direction as the therapy offered is all about the person and not targets.
Taking the first step towards counselling can feel daunting. You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply unsure where to turn.
Reaching out for support shows strength, and I’m here to walk alongside you in finding a way forward.
I work with people experiencing anxiety, stress, relationship struggles, low self-esteem, and life transitions.
Many of my clients come to me feeling exhausted from coping alone, but through our work they often discover new perspectives, greater self-understanding, and a sense of relief that they don’t have to carry everything by themselves.
Taking the first step towards counselling can feel daunting. You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply unsure where to turn.
Reaching out for support shows strength, and I’m here to walk alongside you in finding a way forward.
I work with people experiencing anxiety, stress, relationship struggles, low self-esteem, and life transitions.
Many of my clients come to me feeling exhausted from coping alone, but through our work they often discover new perspectives, greater self-understanding, and a sense of relief that they don’t have to carry everything by themselves.
Hello, I’m Nymfodora,
It takes courage to ask for help, and this marks the start of your personal growth journey.
I follow a person-centred approach to counselling which means that I seek to provide you with a safe, empathic and non-judgmental space for you to talk about whatever you want.
Counselling is not about giving you advice or solutions to problems but rather helping you to find your own answers and direction. I provide a caring, open-minded space for reflection that is tailored to your specific situation.
Hello, I’m Nymfodora,
It takes courage to ask for help, and this marks the start of your personal growth journey.
I follow a person-centred approach to counselling which means that I seek to provide you with a safe, empathic and non-judgmental space for you to talk about whatever you want.
Counselling is not about giving you advice or solutions to problems but rather helping you to find your own answers and direction. I provide a caring, open-minded space for reflection that is tailored to your specific situation.
Are you or your child finding it difficult to cope with life’s challenges? At times, we can all face situations that affect our mental health. You or your child may be experiencing thoughts or behaviours that cause confusion, distress, or harm. Experiences such as bullying, feeling out of place, or struggling with social and cultural expectations can have a profound impact on wellbeing, sometimes leading to anxiety, low mood, or other mental health difficulties. I understand that seeking help can feel daunting, and my aim is to provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you or your child can feel at ease.
Are you or your child finding it difficult to cope with life’s challenges? At times, we can all face situations that affect our mental health. You or your child may be experiencing thoughts or behaviours that cause confusion, distress, or harm. Experiences such as bullying, feeling out of place, or struggling with social and cultural expectations can have a profound impact on wellbeing, sometimes leading to anxiety, low mood, or other mental health difficulties. I understand that seeking help can feel daunting, and my aim is to provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you or your child can feel at ease.
Sensation of being stuck, depressed, worried, struggling to cope with your feelings, mood changes, trauma memories, hearing distressing voices, suicidal thoughts and urges, adjustment difficulties, addiction, being different and interpersonal difficulties, and willing to move forward and find new ways of coping effectively, “YES i can help". In our sessions, we will use an integrative approach, a mixture Cognitive, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, (DBT CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, (EMDR), Compassionate Focused Therapy, (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, (ACT) depending on your individual needs.
Sensation of being stuck, depressed, worried, struggling to cope with your feelings, mood changes, trauma memories, hearing distressing voices, suicidal thoughts and urges, adjustment difficulties, addiction, being different and interpersonal difficulties, and willing to move forward and find new ways of coping effectively, “YES i can help". In our sessions, we will use an integrative approach, a mixture Cognitive, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, (DBT CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, (EMDR), Compassionate Focused Therapy, (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, (ACT) depending on your individual needs.
Hello, my name is Vicky and I am glad you are here. I am a passionate and dedicated counsellor specialising in helping individuals and couples navigate their relationship challenges. Whether you’re dealing with intimacy issues, recovering from an affair, or feeling stuck and unable to move forward, I am here to support you. Many of my clients come to me feeling hopeless, stuck, and lost in their relationships, unable to move forward or reconnect with their partners. I specialise in guiding clients through these difficult times, helping them rebuild their self-esteem and confidence, and rediscovering the joy and connection they crave
Hello, my name is Vicky and I am glad you are here. I am a passionate and dedicated counsellor specialising in helping individuals and couples navigate their relationship challenges. Whether you’re dealing with intimacy issues, recovering from an affair, or feeling stuck and unable to move forward, I am here to support you. Many of my clients come to me feeling hopeless, stuck, and lost in their relationships, unable to move forward or reconnect with their partners. I specialise in guiding clients through these difficult times, helping them rebuild their self-esteem and confidence, and rediscovering the joy and connection they crave
Helen is a highly experienced & professional counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor working with people from all walks of life to achieve their full potential. Sessions are individually tailored to meet your needs and can be in person, via secure video link (Zoom), or telephone, depending on your preference.
Please contact me for a free chat to discuss your needs and to see if you would feel comfortable working with me.
Helen is a highly experienced & professional counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor working with people from all walks of life to achieve their full potential. Sessions are individually tailored to meet your needs and can be in person, via secure video link (Zoom), or telephone, depending on your preference.
Please contact me for a free chat to discuss your needs and to see if you would feel comfortable working with me.
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.
Have you experienced past traumatic events that still affect your daily life through anxiety, perfectionism, or that relentless inner critic? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to stay stuck.
I’m Kylie Salholm, a psychotherapist specialising in trauma healing with over 14 years’ experience. If the weight of the past feels heavy and you’re ready for change, I’m here to help you heal and create lasting change.
Using evidence-based approaches like EMDR, CBT, and IPT, I create a safe space where you can understand your story, process past pain, and reclaim your peace.
Have you experienced past traumatic events that still affect your daily life through anxiety, perfectionism, or that relentless inner critic? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to stay stuck.
I’m Kylie Salholm, a psychotherapist specialising in trauma healing with over 14 years’ experience. If the weight of the past feels heavy and you’re ready for change, I’m here to help you heal and create lasting change.
Using evidence-based approaches like EMDR, CBT, and IPT, I create a safe space where you can understand your story, process past pain, and reclaim your peace.
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- Alresford
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- Havant
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- Portsmouth
- Romsey
- Southsea
- Waterlooville
- Winchester
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counsellors
What are the most effective ways to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns?
The most effective way to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns is by finding a therapist who has prior experience helping other patients overcome the challenge being faced. For example, a marriage and family therapist may have experience helping couples adjust to their new relationship dynamic. An anxiety specialist may have experience helping with phobias or illness anxiety related to the child’s health. A depression specialist may have experience treating postpartum depression.
When should I seek treatment for prenatal or postpartum concerns?
Pregnancy and the postpartum period involve intense physical and mental changes; a degree of upset and instability is normal. However, if these changes impair daily functioning, it may be time to seek help. This distinction is pertinent for postpartum depression: A period of teariness, irritability, and distress is difficult but normal in the one to two weeks after childbirth (sometimes called the “baby blues.”) But if feelings of sadness and hopelessness persist beyond that period, the person should seek treatment.
How do I manage worries during pregnancy or the postnatal period?
A therapist can help patients develop the tools they need to manage anxieties during or after pregnancy. Cognitive behavioural therapy can help people identify and reframe harmful patterns of thought, and change their behaviours. Other techniques and skills can allow people to develop acceptance, psychological flexibility, self-compassion, communication skills, and more.