ADHD Counselling in Stroud
Counselling offers a space to slow things down and make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface. It’s a place to think clearly, speak honestly, and explore patterns that may be holding you back — whether they come from recent pressures or much earlier experiences.
I work with people who are functioning on the outside but feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected on the inside. Together, we look at what’s shaping your thoughts, emotions, and choices, and create the conditions for meaningful change.
Counselling offers a space to slow things down and make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface. It’s a place to think clearly, speak honestly, and explore patterns that may be holding you back — whether they come from recent pressures or much earlier experiences.
I work with people who are functioning on the outside but feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected on the inside. Together, we look at what’s shaping your thoughts, emotions, and choices, and create the conditions for meaningful change.
Rachael Knowles-Owen - ADHD informed CBT +
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Also training as an ADHD coach.
I am a CBT therapist with a special interest in ADHD. I have been working in private practice for 2 years, full time for over a year. I am passionate about developing understanding, support and resources related to ADHD and neurodivergence. I have completed and continue to access various training and supervision specific to ADHD.
Also training as an ADHD coach.
I am a CBT therapist with a special interest in ADHD. I have been working in private practice for 2 years, full time for over a year. I am passionate about developing understanding, support and resources related to ADHD and neurodivergence. I have completed and continue to access various training and supervision specific to ADHD.
I can offer support if you are at a cross-roads or struggling with things like: brain fog, anxiety, low mood, ADHD, or relationship issues.
Do you feel like: your mind is constantly racing with anxious thoughts, do you replay conversations, and feel like you just can't relax? Or perhaps you feel exhausted, disconnected and like you're just trying to keep it all together. If this sounds familiar you're not alone. Many people come to sessions feeling this way.
Sessions with me are rooted in compassion, curiosity and are a collaboration. I will work with you towards the change you'd like to see. The combination of talking therapy and art therapy, for which no experience of art-making is necessary, can support you in creating lasting change.
I can offer support if you are at a cross-roads or struggling with things like: brain fog, anxiety, low mood, ADHD, or relationship issues.
Do you feel like: your mind is constantly racing with anxious thoughts, do you replay conversations, and feel like you just can't relax? Or perhaps you feel exhausted, disconnected and like you're just trying to keep it all together. If this sounds familiar you're not alone. Many people come to sessions feeling this way.
Sessions with me are rooted in compassion, curiosity and are a collaboration. I will work with you towards the change you'd like to see. The combination of talking therapy and art therapy, for which no experience of art-making is necessary, can support you in creating lasting change.
I am a 'Human Givens' Psychotherapist. Whilst my HG journey started in 2009 my work in the field began 20 years prior. I have since taught on a counselling diploma, worked as a therapist with adults, couples, staff within organisations, teachers, parents, young people and children overseas as well as in the UK (particularly Sri Lanka). My strengths lie in flexibility and creativity, tailor-making my approach to each client. I use an eclectic approach within the Human Givens framework, knowing exactly why each technique is effective in accordance with current neuroscience. I am also a qualified Leadership and Life Coach.
I am a 'Human Givens' Psychotherapist. Whilst my HG journey started in 2009 my work in the field began 20 years prior. I have since taught on a counselling diploma, worked as a therapist with adults, couples, staff within organisations, teachers, parents, young people and children overseas as well as in the UK (particularly Sri Lanka). My strengths lie in flexibility and creativity, tailor-making my approach to each client. I use an eclectic approach within the Human Givens framework, knowing exactly why each technique is effective in accordance with current neuroscience. I am also a qualified Leadership and Life Coach.
Now more than ever we are living in a world where contact with others has become increasingly difficult, not just physically but also emotionally. It would be understandable for many people to be feeling isolated and cut of from the rest of humanity at this time, for some this may also trigger painful, old wounds of unmet needs and maybe even a sense of hopelessness. You may crave feeling really connected to someone who is fully present with you and is invested in really understanding you and your situation, someone who can help you to create a relationship that will help to heal relationships that have failed in the past.
Now more than ever we are living in a world where contact with others has become increasingly difficult, not just physically but also emotionally. It would be understandable for many people to be feeling isolated and cut of from the rest of humanity at this time, for some this may also trigger painful, old wounds of unmet needs and maybe even a sense of hopelessness. You may crave feeling really connected to someone who is fully present with you and is invested in really understanding you and your situation, someone who can help you to create a relationship that will help to heal relationships that have failed in the past.
You may have a child struggling with being at school, or perhaps you find yourself constantly at loggerheads with them. Perhaps they can't sleep, or don't want to get up in the morning, they might feel lonely, or misunderstood, criticised, or attacked . You may have tried every strategy you can find, to persuade your child to eat, or listen, or simply follow instructions. We all believe that childhood should be a time of simple happiness, but in fact this is a time of enormous developmental challenge, and many things can make it hard for children and adolescents to tread the path towards a resilient, positive, independent adulthood.
You may have a child struggling with being at school, or perhaps you find yourself constantly at loggerheads with them. Perhaps they can't sleep, or don't want to get up in the morning, they might feel lonely, or misunderstood, criticised, or attacked . You may have tried every strategy you can find, to persuade your child to eat, or listen, or simply follow instructions. We all believe that childhood should be a time of simple happiness, but in fact this is a time of enormous developmental challenge, and many things can make it hard for children and adolescents to tread the path towards a resilient, positive, independent adulthood.
Maybe you're struggling after a trauma or bereavement, separation, or with ill-health? Maybe you're feeling alone? Or feel that your life is stuck, or lacking purpose? At times like these, counselling offers a space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings with someone who will strive to understand without judgement, & help you make sense of your feelings, find clarity, or make decisions. I offer all my clients Empathy, Congruence, and Unconditional Positive Regard. I also offer play, sand-tray, art and creative therapies to my younger clients. Home visits are also available.
Maybe you're struggling after a trauma or bereavement, separation, or with ill-health? Maybe you're feeling alone? Or feel that your life is stuck, or lacking purpose? At times like these, counselling offers a space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings with someone who will strive to understand without judgement, & help you make sense of your feelings, find clarity, or make decisions. I offer all my clients Empathy, Congruence, and Unconditional Positive Regard. I also offer play, sand-tray, art and creative therapies to my younger clients. Home visits are also available.
I am aware that it can be a bit daunting to know who to speak with, so many counsellors to choose from. My aim is to make the process of reaching out for support as reassuring and stress free as possible.
The relationship with ourselves is central to how we are, having the time and space to explore our deeper questions and concerns and working through them, can offer us a greater sense of peace within ourselves.
A quote 'When a person has been hurt in a relationship, they can only be healed in a relationship' - therapy offers a therapeutic relationship to begin to heal our past hurts.
I am aware that it can be a bit daunting to know who to speak with, so many counsellors to choose from. My aim is to make the process of reaching out for support as reassuring and stress free as possible.
The relationship with ourselves is central to how we are, having the time and space to explore our deeper questions and concerns and working through them, can offer us a greater sense of peace within ourselves.
A quote 'When a person has been hurt in a relationship, they can only be healed in a relationship' - therapy offers a therapeutic relationship to begin to heal our past hurts.
Chartered Counselling Psychologist with over 15 years of experience working therapeutically with children, teenagers, and adults. I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches, including EMDR, CBT, and psychodynamic therapy, tailored to each individual’s needs.
Chartered Counselling Psychologist with over 15 years of experience working therapeutically with children, teenagers, and adults. I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches, including EMDR, CBT, and psychodynamic therapy, tailored to each individual’s needs.
If you are struggling with feelings of low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, depression or bereavement or if you are having problems in your relationships at home or at work, counselling might be able to help you to make important changes in your life. Counselling provides a special therapeutic relationship where you will not be judged and where you will be given the respect and empathy that is needed for you to truly express yourself. Without providing advice, instructions or directions I aim to empower my clients so that they can work towards a happier future.
If you are struggling with feelings of low self-esteem, stress, anxiety, depression or bereavement or if you are having problems in your relationships at home or at work, counselling might be able to help you to make important changes in your life. Counselling provides a special therapeutic relationship where you will not be judged and where you will be given the respect and empathy that is needed for you to truly express yourself. Without providing advice, instructions or directions I aim to empower my clients so that they can work towards a happier future.
Senior Accredited Therapist. 17+ Years. If you want to try a new way to move towards a life that is no longer limited by overwhelm, anxiety, stress and low mood, a life towards being more calm, more confident and where you can do more of what matters, then you’ve come to the right place.
I specialise in helping people who are struggling with anxiety, stress and low mood… you might be dealing with overwhelm, fear, panic, unsettling thoughts, painful memories, and constant worry. Leaving you feeling frustrated and exhausted.
Senior Accredited Therapist. 17+ Years. If you want to try a new way to move towards a life that is no longer limited by overwhelm, anxiety, stress and low mood, a life towards being more calm, more confident and where you can do more of what matters, then you’ve come to the right place.
I specialise in helping people who are struggling with anxiety, stress and low mood… you might be dealing with overwhelm, fear, panic, unsettling thoughts, painful memories, and constant worry. Leaving you feeling frustrated and exhausted.
As a counsellor, I have experience working with teenagers, young adults and people of all ages struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues and substance and behavioural addictions. I believe that counselling can be beneficial to anyone, but it is also a very individual experience and each person will enter counselling with different goals and find different ways in which they achieve those goals. My intention with every client is to build a supportive and non-judgemental relationship in which they can build an understanding of themselves and make informed and conscious decisions to benefit their lives.
As a counsellor, I have experience working with teenagers, young adults and people of all ages struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues and substance and behavioural addictions. I believe that counselling can be beneficial to anyone, but it is also a very individual experience and each person will enter counselling with different goals and find different ways in which they achieve those goals. My intention with every client is to build a supportive and non-judgemental relationship in which they can build an understanding of themselves and make informed and conscious decisions to benefit their lives.
When life feels overwhelming or confusing, I help you understand what’s beneath the surface. Many of my clients come to me struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship difficulties, feeling stuck or unseen. As a psychodynamic counsellor, I offer a warm, inclusive space to explore your experiences with empathy and cultural sensitivity. I also support neurodiverse individuals and those navigating identity, loss, or major transitions, helping you move toward clarity, healing, and meaningful change.
When life feels overwhelming or confusing, I help you understand what’s beneath the surface. Many of my clients come to me struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship difficulties, feeling stuck or unseen. As a psychodynamic counsellor, I offer a warm, inclusive space to explore your experiences with empathy and cultural sensitivity. I also support neurodiverse individuals and those navigating identity, loss, or major transitions, helping you move toward clarity, healing, and meaningful change.
I’m drawn to the notion that as well as having the potential to hurt, relationship (both with self and others) has the power to heal. Deeply rooted damaging and limiting expectations can be lifted, releasing suffocating feelings of shame, loneliness and despair. It is my experience that therapy can help in feeling safely connected, valued, and indeed, loveable.
I’m drawn to the notion that as well as having the potential to hurt, relationship (both with self and others) has the power to heal. Deeply rooted damaging and limiting expectations can be lifted, releasing suffocating feelings of shame, loneliness and despair. It is my experience that therapy can help in feeling safely connected, valued, and indeed, loveable.
I am a qualified Therapeutic Counsellor and I am currently studying towards my MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy Practice. I have undertaken additional CPD training in Equine assisted Therapy and in working with Young People. Working both in person and online, I am dedicated to providing you with confidential support creatively tailored to meet your needs.
I am a registered member of the BACP, hold a current DBS and I have L3 training in Child Protection.
Secure your personalized counselling session today by emailing me to booking a free appointment call to discuss your individual requirements.
I am a qualified Therapeutic Counsellor and I am currently studying towards my MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy Practice. I have undertaken additional CPD training in Equine assisted Therapy and in working with Young People. Working both in person and online, I am dedicated to providing you with confidential support creatively tailored to meet your needs.
I am a registered member of the BACP, hold a current DBS and I have L3 training in Child Protection.
Secure your personalized counselling session today by emailing me to booking a free appointment call to discuss your individual requirements.
Senior Coach + Mediator + MA Art Psychotherapist "I am a passionate creative, and have committed a decade working therapeutically in private residential trauma clinics, the NHS, secondary schools and my own business Resonate Therapy LTD. I bring all the skills of a specialist trauma therapist, that has worked extensively with neurodiversity and complex needs. By harmonising together a robust psychologically informed somatic based therapy programme. I specialise in supporting building meta-perspective of individual and collective systems. Are you ready to shift your life on a cellular, neuroplastic dimension?"
Senior Coach + Mediator + MA Art Psychotherapist "I am a passionate creative, and have committed a decade working therapeutically in private residential trauma clinics, the NHS, secondary schools and my own business Resonate Therapy LTD. I bring all the skills of a specialist trauma therapist, that has worked extensively with neurodiversity and complex needs. By harmonising together a robust psychologically informed somatic based therapy programme. I specialise in supporting building meta-perspective of individual and collective systems. Are you ready to shift your life on a cellular, neuroplastic dimension?"
Hi, I’m Abi, I’m a qualified and trauma-informed, Psychotherapeutic Integrative Counsellor and Supervisor, which means I'm trained in several different types of therapy. My core approach is Person-Centred because it is my absolute belief that you are the expert on you. There is no level of sadness or worry that means therapy is right for you, our experiences and our responses are unique so the route through those feelings is also very personal. We can’t change the past but we can change how much control it has over us, our relationships and our decisions in the present.
Hi, I’m Abi, I’m a qualified and trauma-informed, Psychotherapeutic Integrative Counsellor and Supervisor, which means I'm trained in several different types of therapy. My core approach is Person-Centred because it is my absolute belief that you are the expert on you. There is no level of sadness or worry that means therapy is right for you, our experiences and our responses are unique so the route through those feelings is also very personal. We can’t change the past but we can change how much control it has over us, our relationships and our decisions in the present.
For most of us, life is a complex mix of highs and lows. Sometimes we need specialist help, separate to our family and friends, to support our mental health and wellbeing and help us find our way. You might have a child or young person in distress; perhaps you’re battling with parenting or behaviour issues; or maybe you are an adolescent or young adult struggling to navigate life. Psychotherapy can help you make sense of difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours; allowing you to create better relationships, healthier behaviours, achieve potential and find joy in life.
For most of us, life is a complex mix of highs and lows. Sometimes we need specialist help, separate to our family and friends, to support our mental health and wellbeing and help us find our way. You might have a child or young person in distress; perhaps you’re battling with parenting or behaviour issues; or maybe you are an adolescent or young adult struggling to navigate life. Psychotherapy can help you make sense of difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours; allowing you to create better relationships, healthier behaviours, achieve potential and find joy in life.
At the heart of my practice is the therapeutic relationship, a space where trust can develop, and where you can feel deeply heard, valued, and met as you are. I will provide you with a space for exploration of your life and 'self', offering an opportunity to gain awareness, express, release and move through things that are no longer serving you. I see my role as a witness, companion, detective, and champion on this explorative journey of yours. I work with a wide range of issues with people from many walks of life.
At the heart of my practice is the therapeutic relationship, a space where trust can develop, and where you can feel deeply heard, valued, and met as you are. I will provide you with a space for exploration of your life and 'self', offering an opportunity to gain awareness, express, release and move through things that are no longer serving you. I see my role as a witness, companion, detective, and champion on this explorative journey of yours. I work with a wide range of issues with people from many walks of life.
If you’re going through a difficult time and seeking friendly, professional support, I’m here to help. Together, we can explore what’s going on for you, work through challenges, and move toward your goals using a range of evidence-based psychotherapy approaches.
Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, or simply want space to reflect, therapy can help you gain insight into your thoughts, behaviours, and emotions. Through this process, many people find they become more resilient, feel more fulfilled, and are better able to make satisfying life choices—in relationships, at work, and at home.
If you’re going through a difficult time and seeking friendly, professional support, I’m here to help. Together, we can explore what’s going on for you, work through challenges, and move toward your goals using a range of evidence-based psychotherapy approaches.
Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, or simply want space to reflect, therapy can help you gain insight into your thoughts, behaviours, and emotions. Through this process, many people find they become more resilient, feel more fulfilled, and are better able to make satisfying life choices—in relationships, at work, and at home.
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ADHD Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for ADHD?
You should seek treatment for ADHD if you consistently have difficulty with attention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity that interferes with your daily life. Symptoms of ADHD include the inability to sustain attention during tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, being easily distracted, frequent fidgeting or squirming, and talking or interrupting excessively. If these symptoms interfere with your career, academics, or relationships—for example, consistently failing to complete professional projects on time—you should seek an evaluation for ADHD.
How does treatment for ADHD work?
Effective treatment for ADHD often consists of medication, behavioural therapy, and lifestyle changes. Stimulant medications such as Adderall and Ritalin work by altering levels of neurotransmitters in the brain; higher levels of dopamine and norepinephrine are known to improve attention and focus. Therapy works by helping people with ADHD understand the condition, discuss their areas of difficulty, and develop behavioral strategies to manage their symptoms. In some cases, modifying one’s diet and exercise can also help improve symptoms.
How long does treatment for ADHD take?
It’s tough to give an exact time frame because everyone varies. In terms of medications, stimulants begin to work very soon after you take them, generally within the hour. It may take time to identify the right medication and dosage, but the medication itself is fast-acting. In terms of therapy, it takes time to develop skills and put them into practice, but you will likely see improvements within a few weeks or months.