Counselling in Southwell

My name is Bethany, I am a BACP registered Counsellor & Psychotherapist. My aim is to provide therapy in a safe, confidential, respectful and non-judgmental manor. I offer psychotherapy/counselling on an open-ended basis or for agreed time period, with the aim of enabling you to enhance your life, living it more authentically and reaching your potential.

Hello & Welcome. I often meet people when they are at a point in their lives where life is feeling uncomfortable. Feeling overwhelmed, out of control and unsure how to deal with the uneasy feelings that are being carrying around. Anxiety, depression, low mood, lack of motivation, panic, family breakdowns, relationship issues or endings, betrayal and loss are just some of the issues that can evoke these experiences. I provide a warm, down to earth caring environment for you to have space to speak, be seen and heard, without the fear of judgement. You may be looking to gain some understanding of what is happening for you.

I am an experienced Therapist, I worked in the NHS for 18 years. I am a registered Integrative Psychotherapist (UKCP/BACP, since 2005) A registered Art Psychotherapist (BAAT/AHP, since 1996) and a registered Mental health nurse (NMC, 2000). I have worked with children, young people and adults from a diversity of backgrounds, and enjoy working with all age groups. I work with the following issues: Trauma, Abuse, loss, Anxiety and Depression. I use a verbal and non-verbal approach due to my trainings. I work in a clear, ethical, empathic and compassionate manner.

I work for the NHS in a service supporting people with developmental trauma and personality difficulties that affect their lives. My expertise is with people who have experienced trauma (long-term or short-term). Events like this can lead to a range of mental health difficulties, such as depression, anxiety, panic and psychosis and also unhelpful coping behaviours, such as self-harm and suicidal thoughts, substance use, relationship struggles, and so on. I aim to help you understand where issues are stemming from, so we can work on developing a healthier life for you. I also work with risk related behaviours - contact for more info.

As an experienced Integrative Psychotherapist I have a successful track record of helping both men and women understand & change the psychological obstacles that prevent them from leading the life they wish. Whether you need help with anger management, low mood/depressed, patterns of unhelpful behaviours, heightened levels of anxiety or developing and maintaining healthier relationships, psychotherapy is one of the best investments you can make in yourself. ​ We will look at what you need right now, develop & practise strategies to make life feel more satisfying whilst exploring your unique story to deepen your sense of self.

You are the only person who knows exactly how you feel, which means, you are the only one who knows when something is wrong. When something has happened, big or small, but enough to create feelings of anxiety, stress and depression, it can lead us to feeling isolated and alone. There is a human need to want to get back to that balance of a happy life and that change can only happen when you know and understand what is wrong and why. Sometimes we get so overwhelmed by a situation, current or historical, we cant seem to find a way out. But balance is achievable again, but sometimes we just need a little support to help us get there.

Life is a journey and you hold the map, but at times it can lead you down a difficult road, with lots of bumps along the way. Life's journey isn't always smooth, we can get lost, take a wrong turning, reach a crossroads and be unable to decide which direction to take, or be unsure of our destination. Through talking and exploring your thoughts and feelings, counselling can help you to smooth these bumps and make your own decisions regarding which direction to take, to help you feel more in control of your own journey, and the destination that you would like to reach.