Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counselling in St Albans

Dr Ryan A. Card
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
I am a counselling psychologist working integratively using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness.
My experience includes working with addictions, anger, anxiety, appearance issues, bereavement, bipolar, depression, other mood disorders, obsessions and compulsions, personality issues, self-harm, stress and trauma.
I am a counselling psychologist working integratively using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness.
My experience includes working with addictions, anger, anxiety, appearance issues, bereavement, bipolar, depression, other mood disorders, obsessions and compulsions, personality issues, self-harm, stress and trauma.
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Dr Sarah Egan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Welcome. My name is Sarah. I'm a Clinical Psychologist and accredited EMDR practitioner. I've worked in both the NHS and private sectors for over 20 years. I specialise in women's mental health and work across the lifespan. I predominantly help and support women who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma, both past and present. My area of expertise is the perinatal period. This can be a challenging time and I can support you with the changes in identity and adjustment to parenthood. I also work with women around birth trauma, miscarriage and loss. Working with couples and families when appropriate.
Welcome. My name is Sarah. I'm a Clinical Psychologist and accredited EMDR practitioner. I've worked in both the NHS and private sectors for over 20 years. I specialise in women's mental health and work across the lifespan. I predominantly help and support women who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma, both past and present. My area of expertise is the perinatal period. This can be a challenging time and I can support you with the changes in identity and adjustment to parenthood. I also work with women around birth trauma, miscarriage and loss. Working with couples and families when appropriate.
01707 751166 View 01707 751166
Wendy O'Neill
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
I am an integrative practitioner and the therapeutic models I adopt are Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Systemic ideas, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focussed Therapy, Mindfulness, DBT, and EMDR.
Hello, I'm Wendy and I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years experience working in the NHS and Charity sector. I currently work within a specialist services with individuals and families with emotional difficulties. When we first meet, we will think together about your experiences, why you have come to therapy now, and your hopes for change. I hope to offer you a warm, non-judgmental, and safe therapeutic safe to help explore current difficulties and to find ways to overcome the challenges that are having an impact on your life.
I am an integrative practitioner and the therapeutic models I adopt are Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Systemic ideas, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focussed Therapy, Mindfulness, DBT, and EMDR.
Hello, I'm Wendy and I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years experience working in the NHS and Charity sector. I currently work within a specialist services with individuals and families with emotional difficulties. When we first meet, we will think together about your experiences, why you have come to therapy now, and your hopes for change. I hope to offer you a warm, non-judgmental, and safe therapeutic safe to help explore current difficulties and to find ways to overcome the challenges that are having an impact on your life.
020 3841 7311 View 020 3841 7311
Tony Baxter
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
I'm Tony Baxter, an integrative counsellor covering Hemel, St Albans and Watford. My clients are adults facing anxiety, trauma, low mood, stress, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, or simply feeling stuck or not quite themselves. I don't work to one fixed method, I draw on a range of approaches so sessions fit you. I also hold a Level 5 Somatics Trauma Therapy Diploma, working with how stress shows up in the body, tension, a racing heart, feeling on edge, since emotional and physical states are often connected. We look at the whole picture, so you can move forward at your own pace. Registered with BACP and MNCPS (Acc.).
I'm Tony Baxter, an integrative counsellor covering Hemel, St Albans and Watford. My clients are adults facing anxiety, trauma, low mood, stress, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, or simply feeling stuck or not quite themselves. I don't work to one fixed method, I draw on a range of approaches so sessions fit you. I also hold a Level 5 Somatics Trauma Therapy Diploma, working with how stress shows up in the body, tension, a racing heart, feeling on edge, since emotional and physical states are often connected. We look at the whole picture, so you can move forward at your own pace. Registered with BACP and MNCPS (Acc.).
01628 969887 View 01628 969887
Bernie Wooder
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Online Only
My focus is to truly understand your problem and we work together as a team to get the results you need to move you from where you are now to where you want to be. To do that I use my 34 years of professional experience to help you get peace of mind. Formerly of Harley Street I am a qualified Psychotherapist and Counsellor registered with the UKCP. I have also counselled and trained therapists at Guys Hospital, London.
My focus is to truly understand your problem and we work together as a team to get the results you need to move you from where you are now to where you want to be. To do that I use my 34 years of professional experience to help you get peace of mind. Formerly of Harley Street I am a qualified Psychotherapist and Counsellor registered with the UKCP. I have also counselled and trained therapists at Guys Hospital, London.
020 3974 2065 View 020 3974 2065
Simon Ziff
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I am a qualified and experienced therapist. I specialise in helping my clients who are experiencing problems relating to addiction, alcohol dependency, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and childhood trauma and other addictions. I offer a warm and empathetic approach in a comfortable and intimate environment. Life can bring its struggles which, for many can lead to the above issues. The impact of our behaviour and anxiety often tips from being manageable to suddenly interfering with daily life, affecting you, your work and the people around you. If you can relate to any of these situations, then let me help.
I am a qualified and experienced therapist. I specialise in helping my clients who are experiencing problems relating to addiction, alcohol dependency, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and childhood trauma and other addictions. I offer a warm and empathetic approach in a comfortable and intimate environment. Life can bring its struggles which, for many can lead to the above issues. The impact of our behaviour and anxiety often tips from being manageable to suddenly interfering with daily life, affecting you, your work and the people around you. If you can relate to any of these situations, then let me help.
020 4572 4994 View 020 4572 4994
Jules Burt
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I work from a trauma-sensitive, holistic perspective, integrating breath/body awareness, parts work, psychoeducation, and mindfulness where helpful.
You might look like you’re coping on the outside but feel quietly unsure underneath. A feeling you can’t quite name, patterns you keep finding yourself in, or ongoing anxiety and pressure. You may overthink, be self-critical, hold things in, and put others’ needs before your own. You may carry experiences from earlier life or difficult periods that don’t feel big enough to name, but still affect you day to day. Perhaps there’s a quiet sense that you’re not okay, but not sure you have the right to say so, or you’re adjusting to loss or change that still feels present. Or no clear crisis—just a wish to understand yourself more deeply.
I work from a trauma-sensitive, holistic perspective, integrating breath/body awareness, parts work, psychoeducation, and mindfulness where helpful.
You might look like you’re coping on the outside but feel quietly unsure underneath. A feeling you can’t quite name, patterns you keep finding yourself in, or ongoing anxiety and pressure. You may overthink, be self-critical, hold things in, and put others’ needs before your own. You may carry experiences from earlier life or difficult periods that don’t feel big enough to name, but still affect you day to day. Perhaps there’s a quiet sense that you’re not okay, but not sure you have the right to say so, or you’re adjusting to loss or change that still feels present. Or no clear crisis—just a wish to understand yourself more deeply.
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Clare Green
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I'm Clare, a fully qualified psychotherapist with over 10 years’ experience. I hold diplomas in Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapy, DBT, CFT, and ADHD Coaching. I work holistically, with special interests in personality disorders, narcissistic abuse recovery, and ADHD. I also bring personal experience of narcissistic coercion and domestic violence. I'm passionate about men’s mental health and creating safe, non-judgmental spaces. I offer sessions in Hertfordshire and North Yorkshire and online via Microsoft Teams or FaceTime.
I'm Clare, a fully qualified psychotherapist with over 10 years’ experience. I hold diplomas in Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapy, DBT, CFT, and ADHD Coaching. I work holistically, with special interests in personality disorders, narcissistic abuse recovery, and ADHD. I also bring personal experience of narcissistic coercion and domestic violence. I'm passionate about men’s mental health and creating safe, non-judgmental spaces. I offer sessions in Hertfordshire and North Yorkshire and online via Microsoft Teams or FaceTime.
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Dr Sabina Mazoruk
Psychologist, HCPC - Health Psych.
Serves Area
I draw upon Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (incl. third wave therapies such as Mindfulness, ACT, CFT and DBT), and the wider body of psychological therapy, including attachment, schema and psychodynamic approaches.
Hi, I'm Sabina. I am a chartered and HCPC accredited Health Psychologist and BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with several years of experience in mental healh services. I currently hold a senior position in the NHS, and also work in a small private practice in Welwyn, Hertfordhire, and online. I work with a variety of difficulties including stress, emotional dysregulation, relational issues, chronic pain, eating disorders, OCD, trauma, anxiety, addictions, low mood and depression.
I draw upon Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (incl. third wave therapies such as Mindfulness, ACT, CFT and DBT), and the wider body of psychological therapy, including attachment, schema and psychodynamic approaches.
Hi, I'm Sabina. I am a chartered and HCPC accredited Health Psychologist and BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with several years of experience in mental healh services. I currently hold a senior position in the NHS, and also work in a small private practice in Welwyn, Hertfordhire, and online. I work with a variety of difficulties including stress, emotional dysregulation, relational issues, chronic pain, eating disorders, OCD, trauma, anxiety, addictions, low mood and depression.
01438 576925 View 01438 576925
Oceanic Counselling
Counsellor, PsychD, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
This time of the year can be a struggle and a challenging time for many of us for so many reasons; it can remind us of loss or we can have difficulty connecting with family or friends. I offer a professional counselling service for Teenagers and Adults in Hertfordshire (Radlett), working in person or online/phone sessions. I have a certified therapy dog (Labrador) to assist in sessions if you would like. Working with children and parents in schools for 20 year, specialising in neurodiversity and SEND, I hold an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Checking Service) Certificate.
This time of the year can be a struggle and a challenging time for many of us for so many reasons; it can remind us of loss or we can have difficulty connecting with family or friends. I offer a professional counselling service for Teenagers and Adults in Hertfordshire (Radlett), working in person or online/phone sessions. I have a certified therapy dog (Labrador) to assist in sessions if you would like. Working with children and parents in schools for 20 year, specialising in neurodiversity and SEND, I hold an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Checking Service) Certificate.
01923 920465 View 01923 920465
Debbie Hague
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Debbie and I have expertise and proven experience of helping clients, from all walks of life and diversity, move forward with their lives. Perhaps your issues come from a difficult past or childhood abuse or trauma? I help with self esteem and identity, stress, anxiety and sleep issues. Or maybe you are struggling with your relationship or the aftermath of the pandemic. I provide a calm and safe trrauma-informed environment in which to explore what is important to you and at your own pace.
Hi, I’m Debbie and I have expertise and proven experience of helping clients, from all walks of life and diversity, move forward with their lives. Perhaps your issues come from a difficult past or childhood abuse or trauma? I help with self esteem and identity, stress, anxiety and sleep issues. Or maybe you are struggling with your relationship or the aftermath of the pandemic. I provide a calm and safe trrauma-informed environment in which to explore what is important to you and at your own pace.
01438 584449 View 01438 584449
Dr Hannah Taylor
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Hello, I’m Hannah. I’m a Clinical Psychologist with a background in NHS and private settings, offering a calm and compassionate space to explore what’s brought you to therapy. I work with adults who are adjusting to health challenges, experiencing anxiety or low mood, or navigating significant life changes. These experiences can feel overwhelming or difficult to make sense of. I aim to offer a warm, safe, and approachable space to reflect on what’s been happening, consider what feels most important to you, and explore practical, meaningful ways forward.
Hello, I’m Hannah. I’m a Clinical Psychologist with a background in NHS and private settings, offering a calm and compassionate space to explore what’s brought you to therapy. I work with adults who are adjusting to health challenges, experiencing anxiety or low mood, or navigating significant life changes. These experiences can feel overwhelming or difficult to make sense of. I aim to offer a warm, safe, and approachable space to reflect on what’s been happening, consider what feels most important to you, and explore practical, meaningful ways forward.
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Jane Aldred
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer a safe non judgmental space to understand help and support you. My specialist areas are working with Anxiety depression and trauma low self esteem, neurodivergence, self parenting, co-dependency and life transitions. The use of EMDR and Somatic therapy supports the nervous system regulation to recovery, building a fully functioning version of yourself by gently untangling what’s holding you back. Self parenting focuses on healing our younger self and recognising how experiences and early wounds shape our life and relationships. As we release the past we can move forward with greater self-trust and confidence.
I offer a safe non judgmental space to understand help and support you. My specialist areas are working with Anxiety depression and trauma low self esteem, neurodivergence, self parenting, co-dependency and life transitions. The use of EMDR and Somatic therapy supports the nervous system regulation to recovery, building a fully functioning version of yourself by gently untangling what’s holding you back. Self parenting focuses on healing our younger self and recognising how experiences and early wounds shape our life and relationships. As we release the past we can move forward with greater self-trust and confidence.
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Dr Catriona Amberton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am an HCPC and BPS registered psychologist and have 14 years of NHS experience. In addition to my doctorate, I have a Masters in Clinical Forensic Psychology and conduct expert witness work for the courts. I have extensive experience and knowledge across the lifespan but primarily work with children, adolescents, parents and families. I have particular expertise with neurodivergence and regularly carry out assessments and provide support for difficulties associated with Autism and ADHD. I also work part-time for the NHS as the lead psychologist for West Essex Community Paediatrics Autism diagnostic pathway.
I am an HCPC and BPS registered psychologist and have 14 years of NHS experience. In addition to my doctorate, I have a Masters in Clinical Forensic Psychology and conduct expert witness work for the courts. I have extensive experience and knowledge across the lifespan but primarily work with children, adolescents, parents and families. I have particular expertise with neurodivergence and regularly carry out assessments and provide support for difficulties associated with Autism and ADHD. I also work part-time for the NHS as the lead psychologist for West Essex Community Paediatrics Autism diagnostic pathway.
01707 244841 View 01707 244841
Jo Derry
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I am an experienced counsellor/psychotherapist. I consider it of utmost importance that we build a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship within which you can feel safe and trusting enough to discuss and explore whatever is going on for you. I am here to listen and will not judge what you have to say. I'm here to help you feel better by making sense of the things that you think and feel and to empower you to make your own choices about how you move forward in your life. You can trust that I will act in your best interests at all times and adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.
I am an experienced counsellor/psychotherapist. I consider it of utmost importance that we build a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship within which you can feel safe and trusting enough to discuss and explore whatever is going on for you. I am here to listen and will not judge what you have to say. I'm here to help you feel better by making sense of the things that you think and feel and to empower you to make your own choices about how you move forward in your life. You can trust that I will act in your best interests at all times and adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.
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Dr Omar Cummins
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Change is possible. You don’t have to stay stuck in the same painful cycles. If you’re living with trauma, anxiety, depression, or feeling disconnected from life and your potential, there is a way forward. I’m a Clinical Psychologist with 26 years’ experience helping clients move from stuckness to wellness and beyond.
Change is possible. You don’t have to stay stuck in the same painful cycles. If you’re living with trauma, anxiety, depression, or feeling disconnected from life and your potential, there is a way forward. I’m a Clinical Psychologist with 26 years’ experience helping clients move from stuckness to wellness and beyond.
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Robert James Cuming
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
Are you feeling stuck with past traumas, feeling disconnected in your relationships, or facing the unique pressures of entrepreneurship? My therapy aims to guide you toward healing, meaningful connections, and personal growth. My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on creating lasting change. I offer innovative and impactful therapeutic solutions for individuals, couples, & business professionals. With over 15 years of both clinical expertise and leadership experience, I aim to support clients overcome trauma, and build meaningful relationships, through cutting-edge methods such as EMDR and Couples therapy.
Are you feeling stuck with past traumas, feeling disconnected in your relationships, or facing the unique pressures of entrepreneurship? My therapy aims to guide you toward healing, meaningful connections, and personal growth. My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on creating lasting change. I offer innovative and impactful therapeutic solutions for individuals, couples, & business professionals. With over 15 years of both clinical expertise and leadership experience, I aim to support clients overcome trauma, and build meaningful relationships, through cutting-edge methods such as EMDR and Couples therapy.
020 3835 6219 View 020 3835 6219
Jacquie Chandler
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Entering therapy can be anxiety provoking in itself thus I believe a positive therapeutic relationship is essential in ensuring clients feel comfortable to talk about whats happening for them. I have a calm, non-judgemental approach, working at the clients pace.
Entering therapy can be anxiety provoking in itself thus I believe a positive therapeutic relationship is essential in ensuring clients feel comfortable to talk about whats happening for them. I have a calm, non-judgemental approach, working at the clients pace.
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Sophie Rhind-Tutt
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Using a person-centred approach alongside CBT, Transactional Analysis and mindfulness, I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to explore challenges, develop coping strategies and create positive change.
I work with adults and young people who may be struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, trauma, domestic abuse, relationship difficulties, life transitions or feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from themselves or unsure how to move forward. Together, we create a safe and supportive space to explore these difficulties, develop self-awareness, build resilience, and work towards meaningful and lasting change.
Using a person-centred approach alongside CBT, Transactional Analysis and mindfulness, I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to explore challenges, develop coping strategies and create positive change.
I work with adults and young people who may be struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, trauma, domestic abuse, relationship difficulties, life transitions or feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from themselves or unsure how to move forward. Together, we create a safe and supportive space to explore these difficulties, develop self-awareness, build resilience, and work towards meaningful and lasting change.
01923 311728 View 01923 311728
Eleanor Byrne
Psychologist, CPsychol
Online Only
I use an integrated approach, tailoring to your needs using Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) Skills.
Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in painful relationship patterns, or carrying the effects of trauma that still affect your day-to-day life. Therapy offers a space to understand what's happening, make sense of your experiences, and begin moving forward.
I use an integrated approach, tailoring to your needs using Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) Skills.
Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in painful relationship patterns, or carrying the effects of trauma that still affect your day-to-day life. Therapy offers a space to understand what's happening, make sense of your experiences, and begin moving forward.
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