Counselling in Southampton
Life can feel overwhelming when you’re carrying so much on your own. Maybe you’re feeling anxious, stuck, or unsure of who you are anymore. Or perhaps you just know that something needs to change, but you’re not sure where to start. Whatever you're facing, you don’t have to go through it alone. Sessions are relaxed and conversational; no pressure, just space to talk.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’re carrying so much on your own. Maybe you’re feeling anxious, stuck, or unsure of who you are anymore. Or perhaps you just know that something needs to change, but you’re not sure where to start. Whatever you're facing, you don’t have to go through it alone. Sessions are relaxed and conversational; no pressure, just space to talk.
I get it and can help!
My approach is very pragmatic. I won’t just sit and listen.
I specialise in treating anxiety, depression and unresolved trauma in a kind, compassionate manner. Together we will work on reducing overwhelm and heal from symptoms of pain.
I get it and can help!
My approach is very pragmatic. I won’t just sit and listen.
I specialise in treating anxiety, depression and unresolved trauma in a kind, compassionate manner. Together we will work on reducing overwhelm and heal from symptoms of pain.
As an experienced Integrative MBACP Accredited Psychotherapeutic Therapist, I offer a confidential, warm and compassionate space to explore issues around anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, bereavement, trauma, obsessional behaviours and disordered eating. I have many years of experience both as a Therapist and Clinical Supervisor working with Individual Adults, Couples and Groups. I work face to face and Online. BUPA, Aviva, Vitality Health and AXA Registered
As an experienced Integrative MBACP Accredited Psychotherapeutic Therapist, I offer a confidential, warm and compassionate space to explore issues around anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, bereavement, trauma, obsessional behaviours and disordered eating. I have many years of experience both as a Therapist and Clinical Supervisor working with Individual Adults, Couples and Groups. I work face to face and Online. BUPA, Aviva, Vitality Health and AXA Registered
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.
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.
Are you worried about your child’s mental health, feeling helpless, or unsure what to do next?
Perhaps your child is experiencing mood swings, anxiety, school struggles, nightmares, self-harm, eating difficulties, or suicidal thoughts and you feel lost and overwhelmed?
Whether linked to trauma, loss, life changes, or out of the blue, seeing your child struggle can be overwhelming for you as a parent/carer.
Please know you are not alone. I appreciate that it can be extremely daunting when you don’t know who to turn to for support - therefore, I warmly welcome you to Therapy with Hannah, where we can figure this out together!
Are you worried about your child’s mental health, feeling helpless, or unsure what to do next?
Perhaps your child is experiencing mood swings, anxiety, school struggles, nightmares, self-harm, eating difficulties, or suicidal thoughts and you feel lost and overwhelmed?
Whether linked to trauma, loss, life changes, or out of the blue, seeing your child struggle can be overwhelming for you as a parent/carer.
Please know you are not alone. I appreciate that it can be extremely daunting when you don’t know who to turn to for support - therefore, I warmly welcome you to Therapy with Hannah, where we can figure this out together!
Making the decision to enter into psychotherapy can be an important step and my aim is to offer a confidential space to discuss your concerns. Psychotherapy can be an opportunity to talk through what feels difficult or problematic in life. Sometimes people have an idea about the nature of their difficulties, others are less sure. Talking with a therapist can help you to discover and make sense of what is leaving you feeling either stuck, lost, anxious, unhappy or overwhelmed.
Making the decision to enter into psychotherapy can be an important step and my aim is to offer a confidential space to discuss your concerns. Psychotherapy can be an opportunity to talk through what feels difficult or problematic in life. Sometimes people have an idea about the nature of their difficulties, others are less sure. Talking with a therapist can help you to discover and make sense of what is leaving you feeling either stuck, lost, anxious, unhappy or overwhelmed.
Are you looking for help trying to manage how you think, feel and act? Whether it's anxiety, low-mood, a relationship difficulty or something else, you are probably wanting to find practical strategies and tools to make life work better for you. Maybe you're unsure where to start or what exactly the problem is. Having worked in both the NHS as well as in the private and voluntary sectors I have a great deal of experience helping people.
Are you looking for help trying to manage how you think, feel and act? Whether it's anxiety, low-mood, a relationship difficulty or something else, you are probably wanting to find practical strategies and tools to make life work better for you. Maybe you're unsure where to start or what exactly the problem is. Having worked in both the NHS as well as in the private and voluntary sectors I have a great deal of experience helping people.
Hello, thank you for looking at my profile. My name is Nichola, and I am a qualified Gestalt Counsellor; I also have training to utilise the CBT and Humanistic approaches alongside my main modality. Currently, I am offering telephone and online sessions. This will be reviewed regularly. I have familiarity in working with a wide variety of people from different backgrounds, from the ages of 12+. I place individuality at the forefront of my sessions and value autonomy. With this, I also provide a safe, confidential environment that encompasses exploration.
Hello, thank you for looking at my profile. My name is Nichola, and I am a qualified Gestalt Counsellor; I also have training to utilise the CBT and Humanistic approaches alongside my main modality. Currently, I am offering telephone and online sessions. This will be reviewed regularly. I have familiarity in working with a wide variety of people from different backgrounds, from the ages of 12+. I place individuality at the forefront of my sessions and value autonomy. With this, I also provide a safe, confidential environment that encompasses exploration.
I would like to work with any clients that have all kinds of issues and difficulties. I am here to help you discover, explore your issue, discover your goals, healing and find a new way forward for you. I have many years of helping clients with all kinds of traumatic events or life experience.Please do not hesitate to contact me Thursdays are the best time to call me but you can email any day of the week and I will endeavour to reply within 24 hours of your contact.
I would like to work with any clients that have all kinds of issues and difficulties. I am here to help you discover, explore your issue, discover your goals, healing and find a new way forward for you. I have many years of helping clients with all kinds of traumatic events or life experience.Please do not hesitate to contact me Thursdays are the best time to call me but you can email any day of the week and I will endeavour to reply within 24 hours of your contact.
Hello, I am Laura an experienced therapist, here to help. Through sessions we will be able to understand what you are experiencing with your thoughts, feelings and behaviours at the moment and how you have gotten to today. We will consider what changes you are able to make to ensure that you are back living your best life.
Hello, I am Laura an experienced therapist, here to help. Through sessions we will be able to understand what you are experiencing with your thoughts, feelings and behaviours at the moment and how you have gotten to today. We will consider what changes you are able to make to ensure that you are back living your best life.
Many people struggle in silence with sexual concerns—whether it's loss of desire, difficulties with arousal or orgasm, painful sex, sexual compulsivity, or shame around sexuality. These challenges can feel isolating, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. I work collaboratively and sensitively to help you understand what's going on beneath the surface and to move towards greater connection, confidence, and pleasure in your intimate life.
Many people struggle in silence with sexual concerns—whether it's loss of desire, difficulties with arousal or orgasm, painful sex, sexual compulsivity, or shame around sexuality. These challenges can feel isolating, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. I work collaboratively and sensitively to help you understand what's going on beneath the surface and to move towards greater connection, confidence, and pleasure in your intimate life.
We offer intensive residential treatment with 24-hour nursing and medical care alongside psychological, psychotherapeutic and psychiatric services all within a caring and stylish homely environment.
We offer intensive residential treatment with 24-hour nursing and medical care alongside psychological, psychotherapeutic and psychiatric services all within a caring and stylish homely environment.
We need therapy at certain stages in our life to help us process feelings and thoughts - it can provide a way to manage difficult emotions and talk about ourselves in a confidential space away from loved ones and friends. My background is in Person-Centred and Existential Counselling, and I’ve been helping people since 2004. Over the years, I’ve incorporated various theories and practices into my approach, allowing me to offer a personalised, humanistic therapeutic experience. I work with individuals and couples online using Teams or Zoom.
We need therapy at certain stages in our life to help us process feelings and thoughts - it can provide a way to manage difficult emotions and talk about ourselves in a confidential space away from loved ones and friends. My background is in Person-Centred and Existential Counselling, and I’ve been helping people since 2004. Over the years, I’ve incorporated various theories and practices into my approach, allowing me to offer a personalised, humanistic therapeutic experience. I work with individuals and couples online using Teams or Zoom.
Life may look “fine” on the outside, yet inside it feels different, not quite the feeling that it should be. You may feel weighed down, sinking into depression, emptiness, or even anxiety that may seem to come from nowhere. There is something you can't quite talk to people about. You might enjoy spending time with people, but still feel isolated and can't quite be fully yourself. What you really want is to feel lighter, relaxed, and happy—to have a life that feels meaningful, balanced, and fulfilling. You want to wake up with hope and happiness, feel more present in your relationships, and have a happy life.
Life may look “fine” on the outside, yet inside it feels different, not quite the feeling that it should be. You may feel weighed down, sinking into depression, emptiness, or even anxiety that may seem to come from nowhere. There is something you can't quite talk to people about. You might enjoy spending time with people, but still feel isolated and can't quite be fully yourself. What you really want is to feel lighter, relaxed, and happy—to have a life that feels meaningful, balanced, and fulfilling. You want to wake up with hope and happiness, feel more present in your relationships, and have a happy life.
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.
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.
Do you want to feel better? Are you in need of help with your mental health? Struggling with negative thoughts and unhealthy behaviours? Stuck in a cycle of procrastination and short-term gratification, over long-term domination of your emotions?
My name Is Richard Dolan and I've helped hundreds of people over thousands of hours, to overcome challenges, build resilience, resolve trauma, and lead happier, healthier lives. I work with anyone brave enough to ask for help, but specialise in men's mental health, relationship issues, divorce trauma, anger management, and neurodiversity.
Do you want to feel better? Are you in need of help with your mental health? Struggling with negative thoughts and unhealthy behaviours? Stuck in a cycle of procrastination and short-term gratification, over long-term domination of your emotions?
My name Is Richard Dolan and I've helped hundreds of people over thousands of hours, to overcome challenges, build resilience, resolve trauma, and lead happier, healthier lives. I work with anyone brave enough to ask for help, but specialise in men's mental health, relationship issues, divorce trauma, anger management, and neurodiversity.
I specialise in supporting parents as they navigate the joys and challenges of early parenthood. Whether you're planning to start a family, adjusting to sleepless nights, managing changing relationships, or simply seeking reassurance, I'm here to offer a compassionate space where your experiences are heard, validated, and supported.
I work with parents to build confidence, strengthen bonds, and foster emotional wellbeing during this transformative time. My approach is gentle, non-judgmental, and tailored to your unique needs—because every family deserves to feel empowered and connected.
I specialise in supporting parents as they navigate the joys and challenges of early parenthood. Whether you're planning to start a family, adjusting to sleepless nights, managing changing relationships, or simply seeking reassurance, I'm here to offer a compassionate space where your experiences are heard, validated, and supported.
I work with parents to build confidence, strengthen bonds, and foster emotional wellbeing during this transformative time. My approach is gentle, non-judgmental, and tailored to your unique needs—because every family deserves to feel empowered and connected.
I get it, life can get overwhelming sometimes. You feel unwell and don't know where to start. You can't put your finger on anything because everything seems like a lot right now: Family, relationships, self-esteem, worry, insecurities, work... nothing feels good anymore. You feel lost and sometimes don't really know what to do. You might struggle to enjoy the things you used to or simply have a good time with friends. Sometimes you might feel ridden by anxiety, worry and overthinking, which makes you question literally everything and you feel exhausted!
I get it, life can get overwhelming sometimes. You feel unwell and don't know where to start. You can't put your finger on anything because everything seems like a lot right now: Family, relationships, self-esteem, worry, insecurities, work... nothing feels good anymore. You feel lost and sometimes don't really know what to do. You might struggle to enjoy the things you used to or simply have a good time with friends. Sometimes you might feel ridden by anxiety, worry and overthinking, which makes you question literally everything and you feel exhausted!
I often work with people who have been deeply affected by their early relationship experiences. I offer a therapeutic relationship that aims to assist you in exploring and understanding your difficulties (to find some helpful meaning). I will listen to your hopes and goals and think with you about what might be needed to help you get there. I have experience working with many people with different psychological and emotional difficulties, including those struggling with experiences that have attracted diagnoses such as EUPD, Bipolar, PTSD and C-PTSD, OCD, and disordered eating.
I often work with people who have been deeply affected by their early relationship experiences. I offer a therapeutic relationship that aims to assist you in exploring and understanding your difficulties (to find some helpful meaning). I will listen to your hopes and goals and think with you about what might be needed to help you get there. I have experience working with many people with different psychological and emotional difficulties, including those struggling with experiences that have attracted diagnoses such as EUPD, Bipolar, PTSD and C-PTSD, OCD, and disordered eating.
Are you feeling sad, anxious or stressed? Is life feeling overwhelming or too challenging? Perhaps you are needing help to overcome anxiety, panic attacks, depression, are suffering low self-confidence or are experiencing relationship or family difficulties? Whatever your reason for counselling, whether it's big or small... get in touch to see how I can help. I am a fully qualified BACP Counsellor and Psychotherapist offering a professional, confidential Counselling Service.
Are you feeling sad, anxious or stressed? Is life feeling overwhelming or too challenging? Perhaps you are needing help to overcome anxiety, panic attacks, depression, are suffering low self-confidence or are experiencing relationship or family difficulties? Whatever your reason for counselling, whether it's big or small... get in touch to see how I can help. I am a fully qualified BACP Counsellor and Psychotherapist offering a professional, confidential Counselling Service.
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Nearby Searches for Southampton
- Bishop's Waltham
- Brockenhurst
- Bursledon
- Eastleigh
- Fareham
- Hedge End
- Lyndhurst
- Romsey
- Titchfield
- Totton
- Wickham
- Winchester
How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Southampton
200+
Average cost per session
£60
Counsellors in Southampton who prioritize treating:
| 90% | Anxiety |
| 84% | Depression |
| 83% | Self Esteem |
| 83% | Stress |
| 77% | Relationship Issues |
| 69% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 65% | Bereavement |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 60% | Aviva |
| 60% | AXA PPP |
| 53% | Vitality |
How Counsellors in Southampton see their clients
| 84% | In Person and Online | |
| 16% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 83% | Female | |
| 16% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |