Counselling in Southampton
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.
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.
Hello, My name is Alana, I am a fully qualified Humanistic Counsellor based at Watt Health in Sarisbury Green working with children (10+) and adults. I believe that nothing is more important than the relationship between client and counsellor and therefore my main aim is to offer you a space where you feel comfortable and safe to be able to talk and work through your feelings.
Hello, My name is Alana, I am a fully qualified Humanistic Counsellor based at Watt Health in Sarisbury Green working with children (10+) and adults. I believe that nothing is more important than the relationship between client and counsellor and therefore my main aim is to offer you a space where you feel comfortable and safe to be able to talk and work through your feelings.
I believe that one size does not fit all and everything client is unique. I tailor my approach to my clients individual needs using integral counselling and different modalities. I offer an safe non judgemental space to support and guide you on your journey to find the best version of yourself and how you can flourish in todays world.
I believe that one size does not fit all and everything client is unique. I tailor my approach to my clients individual needs using integral counselling and different modalities. I offer an safe non judgemental space to support and guide you on your journey to find the best version of yourself and how you can flourish in todays world.
Angeline is a fully accredited BACP Therapist and EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner, offering a compassionate, integrative approach to therapy that is deeply rooted in humanistic values.
Angeline believes that every person has the inner strength for healing, growth and change. She will help you to connect with your own inner strength at a pace that suits you.
Angeline offers a safe, respectful space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences without fear of judgement. If you are experiencing trauma, anxiety or low mood or simply feeling stuck she will work collaboratively with you.
Angeline is a fully accredited BACP Therapist and EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner, offering a compassionate, integrative approach to therapy that is deeply rooted in humanistic values.
Angeline believes that every person has the inner strength for healing, growth and change. She will help you to connect with your own inner strength at a pace that suits you.
Angeline offers a safe, respectful space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions and experiences without fear of judgement. If you are experiencing trauma, anxiety or low mood or simply feeling stuck she will work collaboratively with you.
Life can be a struggle and sometimes we need extra help. You may have feeling of being stuck and lost, or you can’t achieve the things that you want. Often this can turn in to criticism and self blame. Counselling offers you a safe, confidential space to talk about anything you might be going through and to support whatever growth or change you would like in your life.
Life can be a struggle and sometimes we need extra help. You may have feeling of being stuck and lost, or you can’t achieve the things that you want. Often this can turn in to criticism and self blame. Counselling offers you a safe, confidential space to talk about anything you might be going through and to support whatever growth or change you would like in your life.
Counselling and psychotherapy aim to significantly help our ability to manage our lives more effectively. If you are seeking help to find a better understanding of yourself, others and life events, this is the time to talk to a professionally trained counsellor and psychotherapist who can support you during your time of need to work through your difficulties.
I offer psychodynamic counselling, CBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness and I am continuing training in transference focused psychotherapy. As an Accredited Member of the BACP I adhere to their clinical ethical guidelines and am ICO and enhanced DBS registered.
Counselling and psychotherapy aim to significantly help our ability to manage our lives more effectively. If you are seeking help to find a better understanding of yourself, others and life events, this is the time to talk to a professionally trained counsellor and psychotherapist who can support you during your time of need to work through your difficulties.
I offer psychodynamic counselling, CBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness and I am continuing training in transference focused psychotherapy. As an Accredited Member of the BACP I adhere to their clinical ethical guidelines and am ICO and enhanced DBS registered.
Whether you are looking for support with anxiety, depression or feeling generally ‘stuck’ and don’t know how to move forward, I can help. You may be low or worried and need new ways to cope, experiencing burnout, living with a long-term health condition, struggling with appearance-related/body image concerns or trying to navigate non-traditional relationships. In our sessions I will use a mixture of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing, depending on your needs. I strive to work in line with my values, which include compassion, kindness and curiosity.
Whether you are looking for support with anxiety, depression or feeling generally ‘stuck’ and don’t know how to move forward, I can help. You may be low or worried and need new ways to cope, experiencing burnout, living with a long-term health condition, struggling with appearance-related/body image concerns or trying to navigate non-traditional relationships. In our sessions I will use a mixture of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing, depending on your needs. I strive to work in line with my values, which include compassion, kindness and curiosity.
Hi, I'm Natasha at Five Rivers Counselling. We all have our own expertise in our lives, but sometimes, life's complexities can leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, confused, searching for answers, purpose or a sense of direction. Speaking with a professional can help you gain clarity and build resilience, helping you to move forwards.
Training as an Integrative counsellor means I tailor my approach to your specific needs and circumstances. I can help you explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences with empathy, understanding and without judgement in a safe and confidential space, building a trusting relationship at you pace.
Hi, I'm Natasha at Five Rivers Counselling. We all have our own expertise in our lives, but sometimes, life's complexities can leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, confused, searching for answers, purpose or a sense of direction. Speaking with a professional can help you gain clarity and build resilience, helping you to move forwards.
Training as an Integrative counsellor means I tailor my approach to your specific needs and circumstances. I can help you explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences with empathy, understanding and without judgement in a safe and confidential space, building a trusting relationship at you pace.
I am a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist with over a decade of clinical experience. I draw on a background of working in the NHS and university mental health services to help the people I work with to talk about and find a way through a wide range of emotional and relationship problems. I work with adults (18 years and over) from many different walks of life. My style of working is supportive, respectful and collaborative.
I am a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist with over a decade of clinical experience. I draw on a background of working in the NHS and university mental health services to help the people I work with to talk about and find a way through a wide range of emotional and relationship problems. I work with adults (18 years and over) from many different walks of life. My style of working is supportive, respectful and collaborative.
I am a Counsellor, Psychotherapist and a Grief Educator with a background in Nursing. I provide short-term and long-term (open-ended) counselling to adults, age over 18. In-person counselling is conducted in Burley, New Forest and in Rownhams, Southampton. Remote sessions can take place via Zoom, WhatsApp, Team and phone call. You may feel apprehensive about choosing the right counsellor for the issues you wish to deal with. I offer a free 20 minute session to chat with me via WhatsApp or Zoom. This is an opportunity to find out if I would be a good fit for you. Please feel free to contact me for a no-obligation initial chat.
I am a Counsellor, Psychotherapist and a Grief Educator with a background in Nursing. I provide short-term and long-term (open-ended) counselling to adults, age over 18. In-person counselling is conducted in Burley, New Forest and in Rownhams, Southampton. Remote sessions can take place via Zoom, WhatsApp, Team and phone call. You may feel apprehensive about choosing the right counsellor for the issues you wish to deal with. I offer a free 20 minute session to chat with me via WhatsApp or Zoom. This is an opportunity to find out if I would be a good fit for you. Please feel free to contact me for a no-obligation initial chat.
Hello and welcome. I’m Dr Lara Akers-Douglas, a Clinical Psychologist based in Southampton and on the Isle of Wight, also offering online sessions. I specialise in trauma and provide evidence-based psychological therapy to support healing after difficult life events. Alongside trauma work, I support people with many of life’s challenges — such as anxiety, low mood, stress, OCD, burnout, self-esteem, difficulties in relationships, loss, and times of transition. My approach is collaborative and supportive, helping clients develop insight, resilience, and confidence while improving their mental health and overall wellbeing.
Hello and welcome. I’m Dr Lara Akers-Douglas, a Clinical Psychologist based in Southampton and on the Isle of Wight, also offering online sessions. I specialise in trauma and provide evidence-based psychological therapy to support healing after difficult life events. Alongside trauma work, I support people with many of life’s challenges — such as anxiety, low mood, stress, OCD, burnout, self-esteem, difficulties in relationships, loss, and times of transition. My approach is collaborative and supportive, helping clients develop insight, resilience, and confidence while improving their mental health and overall wellbeing.
I am a Humanistic Person-Centred Counsellor providing a holistic and integrative therapeutic approach. I take into account how different elements of a person's life affects their wellbeing and focus on helping clients to develop effective and healthy copping strategies as well as acquiring a greater self-understanding.
I am a Humanistic Person-Centred Counsellor providing a holistic and integrative therapeutic approach. I take into account how different elements of a person's life affects their wellbeing and focus on helping clients to develop effective and healthy copping strategies as well as acquiring a greater self-understanding.
My name is Janette and I offer counselling therapy for adults over 18yrs. When life is difficult it can be difficult to reach out for support. This can lead to feelings of isolation, feeling overwhelmed as well as feelings of anxiety, depression, and stress. You may be carrying worries from the past or have worries about the future which are affecting you today. I offer a safe, confidential place to explore what brings you to counselling within an empathetic ,non-judgmental, professional relationship where you can be heard and be your true self.
My name is Janette and I offer counselling therapy for adults over 18yrs. When life is difficult it can be difficult to reach out for support. This can lead to feelings of isolation, feeling overwhelmed as well as feelings of anxiety, depression, and stress. You may be carrying worries from the past or have worries about the future which are affecting you today. I offer a safe, confidential place to explore what brings you to counselling within an empathetic ,non-judgmental, professional relationship where you can be heard and be your true self.
Accepting NEW Patients NOW - Are you Feeling stuck? Let’s find a way forward. You’ve worked hard. Built a career. Handled life’s responsibilities. Yet deep down, something isn’t right. Maybe you feel trapped in a draining job. Maybe self-doubt, stress, or relationship struggles are piling up. Or maybe you just don’t recognise yourself anymore. Sometimes, it’s hard to name exactly what’s wrong—you simply know something needs to change. That feeling is worth listening to. Whether you’re navigating a career transition, facing a midlife crisis, or caught in patterns that no longer serve you, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
Accepting NEW Patients NOW - Are you Feeling stuck? Let’s find a way forward. You’ve worked hard. Built a career. Handled life’s responsibilities. Yet deep down, something isn’t right. Maybe you feel trapped in a draining job. Maybe self-doubt, stress, or relationship struggles are piling up. Or maybe you just don’t recognise yourself anymore. Sometimes, it’s hard to name exactly what’s wrong—you simply know something needs to change. That feeling is worth listening to. Whether you’re navigating a career transition, facing a midlife crisis, or caught in patterns that no longer serve you, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
I’m a baby loss practitioner for the last 10 years. I offer my support to many clients who had been through miscarriages and different pregnancy crisis. I understand your pain and sadness, I want to help you to reconnect to yourself, honour your grief and able to manage your anxiety and low mood. Explore ways to find peace and healings and be able to live life again.
I’m a baby loss practitioner for the last 10 years. I offer my support to many clients who had been through miscarriages and different pregnancy crisis. I understand your pain and sadness, I want to help you to reconnect to yourself, honour your grief and able to manage your anxiety and low mood. Explore ways to find peace and healings and be able to live life again.
Thank you for viewing my profile, I'm Sarah! Feeling lost? Stuck? Anxious? Depressed? Experienced a bereavement or trauma? Lowself-esteem? I aim to provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space for you to speak freely. I passionately believe, that having someone who cares and holds hope for you in a safe place, is unique and allows for growth and healing. I'm a fully qualified Humanistic Counsellor and believe that you have the inner resources to thrive. I hope to facilitate you to connect with yourself and desires. I believe that self-awareness provides the tools for us to meet our own needs. Free initial call offered!
Thank you for viewing my profile, I'm Sarah! Feeling lost? Stuck? Anxious? Depressed? Experienced a bereavement or trauma? Lowself-esteem? I aim to provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space for you to speak freely. I passionately believe, that having someone who cares and holds hope for you in a safe place, is unique and allows for growth and healing. I'm a fully qualified Humanistic Counsellor and believe that you have the inner resources to thrive. I hope to facilitate you to connect with yourself and desires. I believe that self-awareness provides the tools for us to meet our own needs. Free initial call offered!
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or struggling emotionally? Do you feel a deep unhappiness or a sense of dread? Are you experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, or relational difficulties with others? Whether you're dealing with low self-esteem, chronic illness, living with neurodiversity, stress caring for others, trauma, abuse or working through life challenges, you've come to the right place. You are not alone. I hear you. It can feel a heavy burden impacting your mental health and well-being. Perhaps you have decided to face these issues, and wish for change by developing self-awareness to heal, grow and reach your potential.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or struggling emotionally? Do you feel a deep unhappiness or a sense of dread? Are you experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, or relational difficulties with others? Whether you're dealing with low self-esteem, chronic illness, living with neurodiversity, stress caring for others, trauma, abuse or working through life challenges, you've come to the right place. You are not alone. I hear you. It can feel a heavy burden impacting your mental health and well-being. Perhaps you have decided to face these issues, and wish for change by developing self-awareness to heal, grow and reach your potential.
Welcome to my profile, this is your time to move forward and I can offer you therapy which is professional and effective when life presents with difficulties and challenges. My practice provides a confidential online, telephone and video-call option as well as face to face counselling support. Counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and relationship counselling for couples can be helpful and hugely rewarding at any stage of life. The counselling experience I provide is an opportunity for self-development and personal growth, building on your own particular strengths and enabling an increased sense of overall wellbeing.
Welcome to my profile, this is your time to move forward and I can offer you therapy which is professional and effective when life presents with difficulties and challenges. My practice provides a confidential online, telephone and video-call option as well as face to face counselling support. Counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and relationship counselling for couples can be helpful and hugely rewarding at any stage of life. The counselling experience I provide is an opportunity for self-development and personal growth, building on your own particular strengths and enabling an increased sense of overall wellbeing.
I'm Bandna and I'm the Clinical Director of Questa. We're a small, specialist practice offering gold standard psychological services for children, teenagers, adults and families across Hampshire and Surrey. Our clinicians and support team are here to help you through; whether you want an assessment/diagnosis for autism, ADHD, family support, psychological therapy or supportive psychological coaching (SPC) we can help - and if we can't we'll do our utmost to help you find someone who can. Call or email us today to discuss how we may be able to help you.
I'm Bandna and I'm the Clinical Director of Questa. We're a small, specialist practice offering gold standard psychological services for children, teenagers, adults and families across Hampshire and Surrey. Our clinicians and support team are here to help you through; whether you want an assessment/diagnosis for autism, ADHD, family support, psychological therapy or supportive psychological coaching (SPC) we can help - and if we can't we'll do our utmost to help you find someone who can. Call or email us today to discuss how we may be able to help you.
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Number of Counsellors in Southampton
200+
Average cost per session
£60
Counsellors in Southampton who prioritize treating:
| 90% | Anxiety |
| 85% | Depression |
| 83% | Self Esteem |
| 83% | Stress |
| 77% | Relationship Issues |
| 69% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 66% | Bereavement |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 60% | Aviva |
| 60% | AXA PPP |
| 55% | Vitality |
How Counsellors in Southampton see their clients
| 83% | In Person and Online | |
| 17% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 83% | Female | |
| 16% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |