Counselling in Stourbridge

With many years’ experience working as a trauma informed counsellor and advocate, I have specialised in supporting survivors of sexual abuse. I work with adults, young people and couples in Kinver, Stourbridge, and the surrounding area . My approach can be tailored to meet your individual needs, empowering you along your healing journey and validating your feelings without judgement.
With many years’ experience working as a trauma informed counsellor and advocate, I have specialised in supporting survivors of sexual abuse. I work with adults, young people and couples in Kinver, Stourbridge, and the surrounding area . My approach can be tailored to meet your individual needs, empowering you along your healing journey and validating your feelings without judgement.

“I offer a non-judgemental, inclusive, and supportive space for all.”
In my practice, I emphasise person-centered therapy, which means I am here to walk beside you in your healing journey, respecting you as the expert of your own life. I recognise that many individuals face systemic barriers and discrimination in their lives. Whether you are part of the LGBTQIA+ community, live with a disability, are neurodivergent, or face any other challenges, I am here to offer support that recognises and validates your experiences.
“I offer a non-judgemental, inclusive, and supportive space for all.”
In my practice, I emphasise person-centered therapy, which means I am here to walk beside you in your healing journey, respecting you as the expert of your own life. I recognise that many individuals face systemic barriers and discrimination in their lives. Whether you are part of the LGBTQIA+ community, live with a disability, are neurodivergent, or face any other challenges, I am here to offer support that recognises and validates your experiences.

Whether you're seeking therapy for anxiety or depression, exploring healthy relationship dynamics, or working to boost self-confidence and body image while reducing social comparisons, I’m here to support you at your pace. Together, we’ll work to ease anxiety, elevate mood, enhance self-esteem, and foster positive, fulfilling relationships—making life more manageable and enjoyable.
My role isn’t to tell you what to do or provide ready-made solutions. Instead, I aim to understand your world, walk alongside you in your experiences, and grow with you. If you choose to take the first step in your mental well-being journey
Whether you're seeking therapy for anxiety or depression, exploring healthy relationship dynamics, or working to boost self-confidence and body image while reducing social comparisons, I’m here to support you at your pace. Together, we’ll work to ease anxiety, elevate mood, enhance self-esteem, and foster positive, fulfilling relationships—making life more manageable and enjoyable.
My role isn’t to tell you what to do or provide ready-made solutions. Instead, I aim to understand your world, walk alongside you in your experiences, and grow with you. If you choose to take the first step in your mental well-being journey

Are you struggling right now? Do you need to talk but prefer not to burden those closest to you? Maybe you are looking for support for your child? Capella Counselling is a safe place where you can talk in confidence, working through whatever it is that is troubling you. I can support you to manage anxiety, depression, chronic pain, stress, family worries, loss, self-harm and more. You may be here because you are concerned about a loved one, it may be your son or daughter you are seeking help for. I am able to work with you to support your child to manage school, friendships, build self-esteem and emotional resilience.
Are you struggling right now? Do you need to talk but prefer not to burden those closest to you? Maybe you are looking for support for your child? Capella Counselling is a safe place where you can talk in confidence, working through whatever it is that is troubling you. I can support you to manage anxiety, depression, chronic pain, stress, family worries, loss, self-harm and more. You may be here because you are concerned about a loved one, it may be your son or daughter you are seeking help for. I am able to work with you to support your child to manage school, friendships, build self-esteem and emotional resilience.

I offer counselling and psychotherapy to individuals (young people/adults) who may have identified specific personal difficulties and / or want to understand more about themselves in order to allow choice, change and movement in life. I also provide supervision for counsellors and psychotherapists. I work with a number of issues, ranging from anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship problems and personality disorders. My aim is to work with the person rather than the diagnosis.
I offer counselling and psychotherapy to individuals (young people/adults) who may have identified specific personal difficulties and / or want to understand more about themselves in order to allow choice, change and movement in life. I also provide supervision for counsellors and psychotherapists. I work with a number of issues, ranging from anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship problems and personality disorders. My aim is to work with the person rather than the diagnosis.

I absolutely believe that one of the bravest things you can do, is to better understand you and your own story. Exploring and better understanding your feelings, thoughts and emotions and how they fit into you and your story will help you live your life on your terms. You completely deserve to live the life you want to live. I’m Ben and I am just a regular person who will treat you with care, compassion, and without judgement regardless of whatever it might be that is going on in your life. I promise you that I will meet you at a human level, interacting with you as a real person and not an expert.
I absolutely believe that one of the bravest things you can do, is to better understand you and your own story. Exploring and better understanding your feelings, thoughts and emotions and how they fit into you and your story will help you live your life on your terms. You completely deserve to live the life you want to live. I’m Ben and I am just a regular person who will treat you with care, compassion, and without judgement regardless of whatever it might be that is going on in your life. I promise you that I will meet you at a human level, interacting with you as a real person and not an expert.

Hi, my name is Julie, I am an Integrative Counsellor trained in a number of therapeutic approaches that can be tailored to your needs. I work with people of all ages from young teens to adults.
Hi, my name is Julie, I am an Integrative Counsellor trained in a number of therapeutic approaches that can be tailored to your needs. I work with people of all ages from young teens to adults.

I specialise in offering Clinical Psychology services to children, teens and families. Are you a concerned parent? Do you recognise any of these challenges in your child? Persistent worry and preoccupation, a noticeable shift from their usual joyful self, a reluctance to engage in activities they once enjoyed, frequent excuses overshadowing enthusiasm, puzzling changes in their behaviour, heightened sensitivity and emotional reactions. If you're struggling to find effective ways to help, if your well-intentioned efforts, such as talking to them, providing reassurance or encouragement, seem to lead to dead ends, I'm here to assist.
I specialise in offering Clinical Psychology services to children, teens and families. Are you a concerned parent? Do you recognise any of these challenges in your child? Persistent worry and preoccupation, a noticeable shift from their usual joyful self, a reluctance to engage in activities they once enjoyed, frequent excuses overshadowing enthusiasm, puzzling changes in their behaviour, heightened sensitivity and emotional reactions. If you're struggling to find effective ways to help, if your well-intentioned efforts, such as talking to them, providing reassurance or encouragement, seem to lead to dead ends, I'm here to assist.

My name is Kate Alliss and I am a qualified and experienced counsellor based in Stourbridge, West Midlands. I will offer you a safe space to talk confidentially about your difficulties without fear of being judged, with empathy and with understanding. When we experience difficult times in our lives, we often struggle to understand our emotions and often find it hard to cope with our day to day lives. By working with you I will try to help you make sense of your thoughts, feelings, responses and reactions to overcome the obstacles in your life that prevent you from feeling happy and fulfilled.
My name is Kate Alliss and I am a qualified and experienced counsellor based in Stourbridge, West Midlands. I will offer you a safe space to talk confidentially about your difficulties without fear of being judged, with empathy and with understanding. When we experience difficult times in our lives, we often struggle to understand our emotions and often find it hard to cope with our day to day lives. By working with you I will try to help you make sense of your thoughts, feelings, responses and reactions to overcome the obstacles in your life that prevent you from feeling happy and fulfilled.

I believe we are all susceptible, at some point in our lives, to feeling overwhelmed by what life can bring. Sometimes we encounter experiences that are hard for us to come to terms with leaving us in need of support, this may be in the form of a bereavement, a relationship breakdown, a job loss; any event that we struggle to comprehend and understand. Other times a series of events may have taken place that leave us feeling like we are walking under a big black cloud and fail to see a way forward. At times like this counselling can help.
I believe we are all susceptible, at some point in our lives, to feeling overwhelmed by what life can bring. Sometimes we encounter experiences that are hard for us to come to terms with leaving us in need of support, this may be in the form of a bereavement, a relationship breakdown, a job loss; any event that we struggle to comprehend and understand. Other times a series of events may have taken place that leave us feeling like we are walking under a big black cloud and fail to see a way forward. At times like this counselling can help.

Being human isn't always easy. We all have times when we can feel overwhelmed by life, whether through trauma, loss and bereavement, anxiety or depression or many other issues, and this can lead us to feeling stuck. Whether you are seeking help for a specific short-term issue or whether you want to work longer term on deep rooted issues, counselling can really help. Talking things through may help you to look at things through a different perspective so that the thoughts and feelings that were overwhelming begin to feel more manageable.
Being human isn't always easy. We all have times when we can feel overwhelmed by life, whether through trauma, loss and bereavement, anxiety or depression or many other issues, and this can lead us to feeling stuck. Whether you are seeking help for a specific short-term issue or whether you want to work longer term on deep rooted issues, counselling can really help. Talking things through may help you to look at things through a different perspective so that the thoughts and feelings that were overwhelming begin to feel more manageable.

Hello there! Thanks for checking out my profile. I’m a fully qualified High Intensity CBT Therapist with over nine years of experience working within the mental health sector. My background consists of working with children, young people and adults in various settings- schools, centres and homes.
I believe therapy should feel like a safe, collaborative space where you are met with compassion, curiosity, and respect. My approach is centred around building a trust relationship where we can work together to explore thoughts, emotions and behaviours that are impacting your wellbeing.
Hello there! Thanks for checking out my profile. I’m a fully qualified High Intensity CBT Therapist with over nine years of experience working within the mental health sector. My background consists of working with children, young people and adults in various settings- schools, centres and homes.
I believe therapy should feel like a safe, collaborative space where you are met with compassion, curiosity, and respect. My approach is centred around building a trust relationship where we can work together to explore thoughts, emotions and behaviours that are impacting your wellbeing.

Need therapy beyond friends, podcasts and self-help books that no longer help? Perhaps it is time to speak with a professional. I know that not everyone has a 'problem' as such but we sometimes simply want to understand ourselves better, figure out how we end up in the situations we keep finding ourselves and explore our feelings discreetly without judgement. Whatever your reasons for seeking therapy at this time, I welcome you.
I am Sade and I am here to accompany you in your journey towards self-knowledge and change. It won't always be easy (you probably know that) but you will no longer be alone.
Need therapy beyond friends, podcasts and self-help books that no longer help? Perhaps it is time to speak with a professional. I know that not everyone has a 'problem' as such but we sometimes simply want to understand ourselves better, figure out how we end up in the situations we keep finding ourselves and explore our feelings discreetly without judgement. Whatever your reasons for seeking therapy at this time, I welcome you.
I am Sade and I am here to accompany you in your journey towards self-knowledge and change. It won't always be easy (you probably know that) but you will no longer be alone.

A psychologist, therapist and coach with more than 25 years’ experience helping individuals to overcome trauma, anxiety, childhood abuse, people pleasing, OCD, ADHD and other problems; and helping couples to communicate effectively and let go of resentments. The methods I use enable full resolution of problems much more quickly than conventional therapies (see below). I will help you to clarify your goals; identify what it is within you that is blocking you; find out where this comes from in your biography; and help you to permanently resolve and overcome your problem, so that you can achieve your goals.
A psychologist, therapist and coach with more than 25 years’ experience helping individuals to overcome trauma, anxiety, childhood abuse, people pleasing, OCD, ADHD and other problems; and helping couples to communicate effectively and let go of resentments. The methods I use enable full resolution of problems much more quickly than conventional therapies (see below). I will help you to clarify your goals; identify what it is within you that is blocking you; find out where this comes from in your biography; and help you to permanently resolve and overcome your problem, so that you can achieve your goals.

Creative arts Psychotherapist integrating all modalities of creative arts therapies and mindfulness into my everyday practice with children, young people and their families to enhance emotional and psychological wellbeing and working with adult clients focusing on increased sense of self/others and promoting self care and coping mechanisms. Engaging in a wide range of interventions allows my way of working to be accessible for all clients. Qualified supervisor supporting trainees and qualified counsellors/therapists.
Creative arts Psychotherapist integrating all modalities of creative arts therapies and mindfulness into my everyday practice with children, young people and their families to enhance emotional and psychological wellbeing and working with adult clients focusing on increased sense of self/others and promoting self care and coping mechanisms. Engaging in a wide range of interventions allows my way of working to be accessible for all clients. Qualified supervisor supporting trainees and qualified counsellors/therapists.

Hi, I’m Kate—founder of The Mind Matters and a qualified counsellor who believes in the power of self-acceptance, personal growth, and having a safe space to talk.
I know that reaching out for support can feel daunting, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, stress, or simply just feeling a little lost, I’m here to offer a safe, non-judgmental space to talk, heal, and grow at your own pace.
Hi, I’m Kate—founder of The Mind Matters and a qualified counsellor who believes in the power of self-acceptance, personal growth, and having a safe space to talk.
I know that reaching out for support can feel daunting, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, stress, or simply just feeling a little lost, I’m here to offer a safe, non-judgmental space to talk, heal, and grow at your own pace.

Peace of mind and contentment are possible, no matter what circumstances life has thrown at you. It is not always about changing what is happening - that can often be beyond our control. But it is possible to change our relationship with the events and people in our lives.
Peace of mind and contentment are possible, no matter what circumstances life has thrown at you. It is not always about changing what is happening - that can often be beyond our control. But it is possible to change our relationship with the events and people in our lives.

Dr Kostas Kouriatis
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Stourbridge DY8
Not accepting new clients
Life often presents us with challenges and each one of us develops their own ways of dealing with adversities. Sometimes, however, we might feel ‘lost’, incongruent with how we would like to be, how we would like to relate with others and engage with life. Our difficulties may present themselves in different forms and we often use words such as depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, panic, phobia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma, relationship difficulties, sexuality concerns, grief and loss to describe our experience.
Life often presents us with challenges and each one of us develops their own ways of dealing with adversities. Sometimes, however, we might feel ‘lost’, incongruent with how we would like to be, how we would like to relate with others and engage with life. Our difficulties may present themselves in different forms and we often use words such as depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, panic, phobia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma, relationship difficulties, sexuality concerns, grief and loss to describe our experience.

In these challenging times you may be experiencing anxiety, struggling to make sense of your world while coping with existing emotional issues. I understand how difficult this can be and offer a safe, confidential space where we can explore the issues or events that have led you to seek counselling. At various stages in our lives we can struggle to make sense of things, whether in our relationships, working lives, due to bereavement or any major life event. This can result in feelings of anxiety, low self esteem, depression and lack of motivation and energy. We may feel our relationships are in crisis and cannot see a way through.
In these challenging times you may be experiencing anxiety, struggling to make sense of your world while coping with existing emotional issues. I understand how difficult this can be and offer a safe, confidential space where we can explore the issues or events that have led you to seek counselling. At various stages in our lives we can struggle to make sense of things, whether in our relationships, working lives, due to bereavement or any major life event. This can result in feelings of anxiety, low self esteem, depression and lack of motivation and energy. We may feel our relationships are in crisis and cannot see a way through.

Looking for a therapist may feel overwhelming. I offer a non-judgmental space to examine what brought you to this decision. Whether a life event has changed how you feel about yourself and others, or a longer-term pattern has created relationship and life difficulties, we can explore this within the safety of the therapeutic relationship. I believe there are parts of ourselves that are difficult to perceive alone, and through relationship with a validating, compassionate other, we are able to enhance our awareness of ourselves and the world around us, gaining insight, which allows us to live more authentically.
Looking for a therapist may feel overwhelming. I offer a non-judgmental space to examine what brought you to this decision. Whether a life event has changed how you feel about yourself and others, or a longer-term pattern has created relationship and life difficulties, we can explore this within the safety of the therapeutic relationship. I believe there are parts of ourselves that are difficult to perceive alone, and through relationship with a validating, compassionate other, we are able to enhance our awareness of ourselves and the world around us, gaining insight, which allows us to live more authentically.
How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Stourbridge
30+
Average cost per session
£55
Counsellors in Stourbridge who prioritize treating:
97% | Anxiety |
94% | Depression |
87% | Relationship Issues |
87% | Self Esteem |
81% | Stress |
77% | Bereavement |
68% | Self-Harming |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
63% | Bupa |
50% | Aviva |
38% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Counsellors in Stourbridge see their clients
88% | In Person and Online | |
12% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
65% | Female | |
32% | Male | |
3% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Stourbridge?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Most Psychologists in the directory are accredited members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and/or are registered in the Health and Care Professions Council (HPCP).
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in the UK. Psychologists have earned a degree in psychology and many are members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have completed a postgraduate qualification in a specialism. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a psychology degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the BACP or UKCP, they are required to have completed a training course as well as clinical and supervision hours.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the UK could be between £30 - £60 when seeing a counsellor and £60 - £150 and up when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the BACP, the UKCP, or BPS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there has been participation in a criminal act or act of terror, or if there is potential or known harm to the client or others, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.