LGBTQ+ Affirming Counsellors in Stroud
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.
I'm a psychotherapeutic counsellor (PGDip degree level 7) and trauma informed bodywork therapist ( Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy & Shiatsu) with over 25 years of experience. My psychotherapeutic approach is creative which means, talking is just one of the ways we will explore your issues. Long lasting change requires your commitment and time, as what I offer is not a quick fix.
I'm a psychotherapeutic counsellor (PGDip degree level 7) and trauma informed bodywork therapist ( Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy & Shiatsu) with over 25 years of experience. My psychotherapeutic approach is creative which means, talking is just one of the ways we will explore your issues. Long lasting change requires your commitment and time, as what I offer is not a quick fix.
My clients have a variety of issues. I encourage my clients to have a sense of curiosity about themselves and their process in our work together. Throughout therapy, I seek to meet such needs as genuine understanding and acceptance as well as the provision of a space of safety when clients may be experiencing a life situation or condition that feels unsafe. If you are seeking a therapist with shared lives experience, I can offer personal insights to clients who are seeking counselling for immune illnesses / bowel disease-related depression and anxiety.
My clients have a variety of issues. I encourage my clients to have a sense of curiosity about themselves and their process in our work together. Throughout therapy, I seek to meet such needs as genuine understanding and acceptance as well as the provision of a space of safety when clients may be experiencing a life situation or condition that feels unsafe. If you are seeking a therapist with shared lives experience, I can offer personal insights to clients who are seeking counselling for immune illnesses / bowel disease-related depression and anxiety.
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.
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.
Therapy offers an important step in discovering the world around us and finding our place in it. For some people, coming to therapy is a big step. It can take courage to identify a need to heal, recover or progress. My approach aims to ensure that you feel safe in the knowledge that you can trust the therapeutic process. Maintaining the core values of empathy, unconditional positive regard for you as well as congruence (being authentic), I also use other modes of therapy.
Therapy offers an important step in discovering the world around us and finding our place in it. For some people, coming to therapy is a big step. It can take courage to identify a need to heal, recover or progress. My approach aims to ensure that you feel safe in the knowledge that you can trust the therapeutic process. Maintaining the core values of empathy, unconditional positive regard for you as well as congruence (being authentic), I also use other modes of therapy.
My practice is open to all seeking therapy regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race or age and I have training and CPD working with GSRD, LGBTQA and Neurodivergent clients (ADHD, ASD & AuDHD).
I offer counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and couples. I am UKCP, BACP and COSRT (student) registered. I come with many years experience working with an array of presenting difficulties. As a couples therapist we can work together on communication, affairs, sex therapy, menopause, post-partum issues amongst other issues the couple are navigating.
My practice is open to all seeking therapy regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race or age and I have training and CPD working with GSRD, LGBTQA and Neurodivergent clients (ADHD, ASD & AuDHD).
I offer counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and couples. I am UKCP, BACP and COSRT (student) registered. I come with many years experience working with an array of presenting difficulties. As a couples therapist we can work together on communication, affairs, sex therapy, menopause, post-partum issues amongst other issues the couple are navigating.
I have been working on CPD in subjects such as, bereavement, queer community, ADHD executive functioning, suicide prevention.
Hi I’m Charlotte, a Counsellor working creatively with Psychotherapy in Stroud, online & limited in person. I have been working therapeutically for over 11 years with adults and young people. I include creative methods for opportunity for exploration but can also stick to the simple talking style. I support my clients with compassionate conversation, mental health tools and emotional regulation skills to process the physical/emotional pain, restoring self-esteem.
I have been working on CPD in subjects such as, bereavement, queer community, ADHD executive functioning, suicide prevention.
Hi I’m Charlotte, a Counsellor working creatively with Psychotherapy in Stroud, online & limited in person. I have been working therapeutically for over 11 years with adults and young people. I include creative methods for opportunity for exploration but can also stick to the simple talking style. I support my clients with compassionate conversation, mental health tools and emotional regulation skills to process the physical/emotional pain, restoring self-esteem.
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?"
Do you need help with a difficult time in your life? Are you feeling low or anxious, consumed with worry? Perhaps what helped in the past is no longer working. You may be feeling numb or withdrawn. Are traumatic events from your past resurfacing? These challenging experiences are part of us, and when we feel ready it is good to have help. I work closely along side you and together we find out more about yourself, what you want, what is blocking you and how you might overcome this. By addressing these issues can help remove shackles allowing you to grow and realize your full potential.
Do you need help with a difficult time in your life? Are you feeling low or anxious, consumed with worry? Perhaps what helped in the past is no longer working. You may be feeling numb or withdrawn. Are traumatic events from your past resurfacing? These challenging experiences are part of us, and when we feel ready it is good to have help. I work closely along side you and together we find out more about yourself, what you want, what is blocking you and how you might overcome this. By addressing these issues can help remove shackles allowing you to grow and realize your full potential.
Sometimes difficulties we experience in our lives and relationships can feel overwhelming or out of our control. We may wonder why we react in certain ways or why problems seem to repeat themselves. Or we may just need some holding when life gets bumpy. I provide a space where you can feel held and deeply understood, where you can bring all parts of yourself without judgement. I can help you to explore where and why patterns of thinking, feeling and behaviour may have formed, and support you to release their grip to bring about the changes you need. As a couple I can help you to work through difficulties and improve connection.
Sometimes difficulties we experience in our lives and relationships can feel overwhelming or out of our control. We may wonder why we react in certain ways or why problems seem to repeat themselves. Or we may just need some holding when life gets bumpy. I provide a space where you can feel held and deeply understood, where you can bring all parts of yourself without judgement. I can help you to explore where and why patterns of thinking, feeling and behaviour may have formed, and support you to release their grip to bring about the changes you need. As a couple I can help you to work through difficulties and improve connection.
I work with a psychologically informed understanding of intersectionality and the challenges that come from oppression and generational trauma and offer a welcoming space to those from minority and under-represented backgrounds including BAME, BIPOC and LGBTQIA communities.
Hello, my name is Gina. I’m a qualified, trauma informed, Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). At the heart of my practice is the therapeutic relationship, creating a space where trust can develop and where you can feel heard and deeply valued. I provide both online counselling to UK based and international clients as well as face-to-face therapy sessions in Stroud. My therapeutic support extends to a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns and is a welcoming space to people from all walks of life!
I work with a psychologically informed understanding of intersectionality and the challenges that come from oppression and generational trauma and offer a welcoming space to those from minority and under-represented backgrounds including BAME, BIPOC and LGBTQIA communities.
Hello, my name is Gina. I’m a qualified, trauma informed, Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). At the heart of my practice is the therapeutic relationship, creating a space where trust can develop and where you can feel heard and deeply valued. I provide both online counselling to UK based and international clients as well as face-to-face therapy sessions in Stroud. My therapeutic support extends to a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns and is a welcoming space to people from all walks of life!
I work with the difference that makes you who you are: I'm committed to anti-oppressive practice, affirming of trans experience, and experienced in gender, sexual and relationship diversity.
I offer embodied, relational Gestalt psychotherapy – therapy that fosters a sense of wholeness, agency and ownership over your life and experience, by supporting you to more fully inhabit the here and now.
Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, unmotivated or confused by the way things seem to play out in your life. You might be struggling with the injustice of past or current situations, living with hurt inflicted by others or just curious about your own behaviour. Gestalt therapy is about getting to the heart of your experience, bringing presence and choicefulness to the way you exist in the world.
I work with the difference that makes you who you are: I'm committed to anti-oppressive practice, affirming of trans experience, and experienced in gender, sexual and relationship diversity.
I offer embodied, relational Gestalt psychotherapy – therapy that fosters a sense of wholeness, agency and ownership over your life and experience, by supporting you to more fully inhabit the here and now.
Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, unmotivated or confused by the way things seem to play out in your life. You might be struggling with the injustice of past or current situations, living with hurt inflicted by others or just curious about your own behaviour. Gestalt therapy is about getting to the heart of your experience, bringing presence and choicefulness to the way you exist in the world.
Life can be hard at times, and you may find yourself struggling with painful emotions, anxiety, or a difficult relationship with yourself. You might feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure why things feel so heavy, even if you can’t point to one clear reason.
People come to see me for many different reasons, but often with a shared sense that something in their inner world or relationships has become painful or hard to navigate alone. I aim to offer a calm, thoughtful space where we can slow things down, make sense of what’s going on, and explore your experience at a pace that feels right for you.
Life can be hard at times, and you may find yourself struggling with painful emotions, anxiety, or a difficult relationship with yourself. You might feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure why things feel so heavy, even if you can’t point to one clear reason.
People come to see me for many different reasons, but often with a shared sense that something in their inner world or relationships has become painful or hard to navigate alone. I aim to offer a calm, thoughtful space where we can slow things down, make sense of what’s going on, and explore your experience at a pace that feels right for you.
Lots of us face challenging situations at some stage in our lives, which can be difficult to manage. It's not always easy or appropriate to talk with family or friends and sometimes we worry that bringing something old and / or hidden up to the surface will cause more problems. I offer a confidential and non-judgemental space where we can work together to help you to develop insight and understanding by exploring how your present situation might be impacted by past experiences and people from your past and / or present.
Lots of us face challenging situations at some stage in our lives, which can be difficult to manage. It's not always easy or appropriate to talk with family or friends and sometimes we worry that bringing something old and / or hidden up to the surface will cause more problems. I offer a confidential and non-judgemental space where we can work together to help you to develop insight and understanding by exploring how your present situation might be impacted by past experiences and people from your past and / or present.
Warm welcome. I'm a EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner, BACP Accred. Counsellor and Supervisor. Choosing a therapist with whom to connect and build a trusting therapeutic relationship can feel daunting, even risky, yet also empowering and hopeful. What does it feel like to take off masks, shedding protective layers that keep the authentic, vulnerable self safe while navigating through challenging or traumatic times? Together we can explore what you feel ready and safe to share - whether these are current, buried or almost forgotten experiences.
Warm welcome. I'm a EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner, BACP Accred. Counsellor and Supervisor. Choosing a therapist with whom to connect and build a trusting therapeutic relationship can feel daunting, even risky, yet also empowering and hopeful. What does it feel like to take off masks, shedding protective layers that keep the authentic, vulnerable self safe while navigating through challenging or traumatic times? Together we can explore what you feel ready and safe to share - whether these are current, buried or almost forgotten experiences.
We are a low-cost (sliding scale depending on circumstances) counselling service that supports adults, children, and young people living in Gloucestershire. We provide an inclusive, easy-to-access service, where the fee you pay is an amount that considers your circumstances on a sliding scale between £15.00-£60.00. Deciding to access counselling can be a difficult step. Our waiting times are short, as we are a good-sized team, with only around a week to wait from meeting you arrange the sessions starting.
We are a low-cost (sliding scale depending on circumstances) counselling service that supports adults, children, and young people living in Gloucestershire. We provide an inclusive, easy-to-access service, where the fee you pay is an amount that considers your circumstances on a sliding scale between £15.00-£60.00. Deciding to access counselling can be a difficult step. Our waiting times are short, as we are a good-sized team, with only around a week to wait from meeting you arrange the sessions starting.
I specialise in areas including sexual identity and ethics, intimacy and connection, pornography use, relational dynamics, cultural and/or religious tension, belonging, addiction, and major life transitions. My work also includes supporting individuals affected by violence, exploitation, uprootedness and expatriation, bereavement, living with life-limiting illness, and periods of personal crisis. I have additional experience working with young adults (18+) navigating transitions, substance use, identity, bullying, and their sense of belonging.
I specialise in areas including sexual identity and ethics, intimacy and connection, pornography use, relational dynamics, cultural and/or religious tension, belonging, addiction, and major life transitions. My work also includes supporting individuals affected by violence, exploitation, uprootedness and expatriation, bereavement, living with life-limiting illness, and periods of personal crisis. I have additional experience working with young adults (18+) navigating transitions, substance use, identity, bullying, and their sense of belonging.
I encourage & welcome those clients who may be neurodivergent, men, women, the LGBTQ+ community, aged 18 & beyond.
My name is Debbie and I am a professional friendly Trauma Informed, Psychodynamic Therapist, passionate about helping people in times of need, supporting clients suffering a bereavement, PTSD, complex trauma, burnout, relationship issues, pregnancy & menopause, suicide ideation, addiction, & abuse, to name but a few. I work with emergency services personnel & the charity 2Wish, supporting bereaved families.
I can help you work through difficult emotions, explore negative behaviours, offload, & help you break free from patterns of negativity, build resilience, & overcome painful memories..
I encourage & welcome those clients who may be neurodivergent, men, women, the LGBTQ+ community, aged 18 & beyond.
My name is Debbie and I am a professional friendly Trauma Informed, Psychodynamic Therapist, passionate about helping people in times of need, supporting clients suffering a bereavement, PTSD, complex trauma, burnout, relationship issues, pregnancy & menopause, suicide ideation, addiction, & abuse, to name but a few. I work with emergency services personnel & the charity 2Wish, supporting bereaved families.
I can help you work through difficult emotions, explore negative behaviours, offload, & help you break free from patterns of negativity, build resilience, & overcome painful memories..
Life can be overwhelming sometimes. Most people have experienced anxiety, stress or low moods at some point and often try to struggle through alone. Seeking professional help can feel daunting and takes courage to make that first call. I work with genuine care and empathy and offer a warm, safe, non-judgemental environment for you to explore what's troubling you with complete confidentiality.
Life can be overwhelming sometimes. Most people have experienced anxiety, stress or low moods at some point and often try to struggle through alone. Seeking professional help can feel daunting and takes courage to make that first call. I work with genuine care and empathy and offer a warm, safe, non-judgemental environment for you to explore what's troubling you with complete confidentiality.
Nearby LGBTQ+ Counsellors Searches for Stroud
- Bishops Cleeve
- Cheltenham
- Cirencester
- Driffield
- Gloucester
- Hyde
- Malmesbury
- Nailsworth
- Newport
- Stonehouse
- Tetbury
- Tewkesbury
LGBTQ+ Counsellors
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalisation in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.