Female Counselling in Swanley, ENG

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Mehreen Salman
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Swanley BR8
Hi I am Mehreen and a BACP registered counsellor with extensive knowledge of offering emotional support, rehabilitation and self awareness to clients who are experiencing PTSD, bereavement, anxiety, depression, and day to day psychological mental health issues. Having a proven ability to empathise with individuals whilst retaining an objective and realistic approach to their treatment and therapy. Comfortable working and communicating with people from all backgrounds and having experience of trauma, abuse, addiction, depression, marital difficulties, child-parent conflicts, social anxiety etc.
Hi I am Mehreen and a BACP registered counsellor with extensive knowledge of offering emotional support, rehabilitation and self awareness to clients who are experiencing PTSD, bereavement, anxiety, depression, and day to day psychological mental health issues. Having a proven ability to empathise with individuals whilst retaining an objective and realistic approach to their treatment and therapy. Comfortable working and communicating with people from all backgrounds and having experience of trauma, abuse, addiction, depression, marital difficulties, child-parent conflicts, social anxiety etc.
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Kristin Dale
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Swanley BR8  (Online Only)
Hi! My name is Kristin and I am a BACP registered integrative counsellor who offers a warm, supportive and environment where you can be free to explore difficult thoughts, emotions and experiences without judgment. It can be daunting to reach out to a stranger about your personal situation, but counselling can help you gain a fresh perspective on something that you have been struggling with.
Hi! My name is Kristin and I am a BACP registered integrative counsellor who offers a warm, supportive and environment where you can be free to explore difficult thoughts, emotions and experiences without judgment. It can be daunting to reach out to a stranger about your personal situation, but counselling can help you gain a fresh perspective on something that you have been struggling with.
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Lorna Ashley
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Swanley BR8
Life can sometimes becomes overwhelming, what you thought you had a handle on can suddenly feel incredibly unbearable. Conflicting emotions or unhealthy behaviours can arise from self-expectations, family or peer pressure and the never ending demands of a 24/7 world. Whatever your age, background, race or culture, being heard and talking freely in a safe, confidential, non-judgemental space can be incredibly empowering in understanding who you are and making sense of the thoughts and feelings that arise. As an integrative counsellor, I am flexible in working with the best possible approach to achieve the best outcome for you.
Life can sometimes becomes overwhelming, what you thought you had a handle on can suddenly feel incredibly unbearable. Conflicting emotions or unhealthy behaviours can arise from self-expectations, family or peer pressure and the never ending demands of a 24/7 world. Whatever your age, background, race or culture, being heard and talking freely in a safe, confidential, non-judgemental space can be incredibly empowering in understanding who you are and making sense of the thoughts and feelings that arise. As an integrative counsellor, I am flexible in working with the best possible approach to achieve the best outcome for you.
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Rebecca Chalmers—Woods
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Swanley BR8  (Online Only)
UKCP registered Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapist working for a NHS specialist eating disorder clinic and a Psychological Medicine service in central London, I have over 21 years of clinical experience of working with a wide range of psychological difficulties, emotional issues and problematic intra/interpersonal relationships. I offer a collaborative way of understanding patterns of relating and helping the individual to connect and make sense of their world. I offer time- limited or longer term therapy.
UKCP registered Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapist working for a NHS specialist eating disorder clinic and a Psychological Medicine service in central London, I have over 21 years of clinical experience of working with a wide range of psychological difficulties, emotional issues and problematic intra/interpersonal relationships. I offer a collaborative way of understanding patterns of relating and helping the individual to connect and make sense of their world. I offer time- limited or longer term therapy.
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Nicola Kiely
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Swanley BR8
I have been practising as a Counsellor for over 18 years and I am a Registered Member of the BACP. There are times in our lives when we feel unable to cope. Problems may arise and we may need help and space to think through ways of moving forward. It may be painful memories from the past, events in the present or worries about the future. I can help you to make sense of how you're feeling in a safe, confidential and non judgemental environment.
I have been practising as a Counsellor for over 18 years and I am a Registered Member of the BACP. There are times in our lives when we feel unable to cope. Problems may arise and we may need help and space to think through ways of moving forward. It may be painful memories from the past, events in the present or worries about the future. I can help you to make sense of how you're feeling in a safe, confidential and non judgemental environment.
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Wendy Borrett
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Swanley BR8
I am a BACP Senior Accredited Counsellor and Accredited Supervisor and provide counselling and supervision to individuals and couples. I have helped people with many issues including: anxiety, stress, phobias, panic attacks, low self esteem, depression, bereavement, sexual abuse, sleep disorders, anger, weight management, smoking and past life regression. I am also a Clinical Hypnotherapist and provide Clinical Hypnotherapy from my private practice in Sidcup, Kent where I have worked as a therapist for 22 years.
I am a BACP Senior Accredited Counsellor and Accredited Supervisor and provide counselling and supervision to individuals and couples. I have helped people with many issues including: anxiety, stress, phobias, panic attacks, low self esteem, depression, bereavement, sexual abuse, sleep disorders, anger, weight management, smoking and past life regression. I am also a Clinical Hypnotherapist and provide Clinical Hypnotherapy from my private practice in Sidcup, Kent where I have worked as a therapist for 22 years.
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Frances Taylor
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swanley BR8
Feel in need of a listening ear? I can help you to explore what's weighing you down. I'm an experienced Counsellor and Supervisor working with clients of all ages - Adults, Children and Adolescents, providing a safe space to talk and offload. I am a trained Bereavement Counsellor, School Counsellor and Addictions Practitioner. I have extensive experience of working with common and complex mental health issues, suicide, complex loss, transitions, anxiety, depression, addictions, problems at school or work, family matters, cultural and disability diversity, faith and dual diagnosis. My own lived experience means I can relate too
Feel in need of a listening ear? I can help you to explore what's weighing you down. I'm an experienced Counsellor and Supervisor working with clients of all ages - Adults, Children and Adolescents, providing a safe space to talk and offload. I am a trained Bereavement Counsellor, School Counsellor and Addictions Practitioner. I have extensive experience of working with common and complex mental health issues, suicide, complex loss, transitions, anxiety, depression, addictions, problems at school or work, family matters, cultural and disability diversity, faith and dual diagnosis. My own lived experience means I can relate too
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Emily Turner
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Swanley BR8
I'm Emily (she/her), a qualified counsellor and play therapist. I am a registered member of the BACP and accredited member of PTUK. I am currently offering counselling sessions to adults and adolescents (aged 12+). I am passionate about working with young people, and value and listen to their stories and experiences unique to their generation. Many of my clients have also been neurodivergent or a part of the LGBTQ+ community. I have also undergone training in adoption support counselling.
I'm Emily (she/her), a qualified counsellor and play therapist. I am a registered member of the BACP and accredited member of PTUK. I am currently offering counselling sessions to adults and adolescents (aged 12+). I am passionate about working with young people, and value and listen to their stories and experiences unique to their generation. Many of my clients have also been neurodivergent or a part of the LGBTQ+ community. I have also undergone training in adoption support counselling.
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Annie McLain
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Swanley BR8
As the seasons turn, we feel the impact in many different ways. Are you looking to make a change, but not sure where to begin? Just need someone to talk to? Feeling anxious, angry, lonely, depressed, are you self-harming, having panic attacks or struggling to cope? Perhaps not connecting with others or feeling generally overwhelmed? Working out what can be done to improve how you are feeling can seem like a difficult task. Whatever your reason for having clicked on this link, I would like to help you - you can feel better.
As the seasons turn, we feel the impact in many different ways. Are you looking to make a change, but not sure where to begin? Just need someone to talk to? Feeling anxious, angry, lonely, depressed, are you self-harming, having panic attacks or struggling to cope? Perhaps not connecting with others or feeling generally overwhelmed? Working out what can be done to improve how you are feeling can seem like a difficult task. Whatever your reason for having clicked on this link, I would like to help you - you can feel better.
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Claire Golding
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swanley BR8
I consider myself to be highly empathic, intuitive and compassionate, I try to fully understand what my client is experiencing and feeling. My aim as your counsellor is to give you a "safe" space to talk openly and honestly with out fear of judgement. I specialise in bereavement and loss, I'm confident working with clients who have depression or low moods, and anxiety. I have had specific training to work with client's who self harm, suffer with addiction and those who have suicidal thoughts or intrusive thoughts.
I consider myself to be highly empathic, intuitive and compassionate, I try to fully understand what my client is experiencing and feeling. My aim as your counsellor is to give you a "safe" space to talk openly and honestly with out fear of judgement. I specialise in bereavement and loss, I'm confident working with clients who have depression or low moods, and anxiety. I have had specific training to work with client's who self harm, suffer with addiction and those who have suicidal thoughts or intrusive thoughts.
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Fenns Counseling
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Swanley BR8
Are you experiencing a feeling of being stuck or lost in a moment, exhaustion from felt pressures or maybe struggling with feelings that can, are, or have become Overwhelming for you ? It may feel difficult to express or share these feelings with those around us. Not wanting to feel misunderstood, negatively Judged or a burden on others. At present I work with Elleanor Hospice and as a primary age school counselor.
Are you experiencing a feeling of being stuck or lost in a moment, exhaustion from felt pressures or maybe struggling with feelings that can, are, or have become Overwhelming for you ? It may feel difficult to express or share these feelings with those around us. Not wanting to feel misunderstood, negatively Judged or a burden on others. At present I work with Elleanor Hospice and as a primary age school counselor.
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Zehra Agius
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Dartford DA4
We ALL have difficulties of one kind or another throughout our lives… some things are easier to deal with than others and many of us could do with a trusting, non-judgemental relationship with a caring professional who can enable, guide, and support you through such difficult times. Therapy will give you the opportunity to be heard, to reflect, question, process, analyse, and heal, allowing for change(s) in your inner and outer world. I am a compassionate and empathic Counsellor with a down to earth approach and here to assist you on the journey- whether short or long-term. I embrace the ‘Integrative approach’ to therapy, meaning
We ALL have difficulties of one kind or another throughout our lives… some things are easier to deal with than others and many of us could do with a trusting, non-judgemental relationship with a caring professional who can enable, guide, and support you through such difficult times. Therapy will give you the opportunity to be heard, to reflect, question, process, analyse, and heal, allowing for change(s) in your inner and outer world. I am a compassionate and empathic Counsellor with a down to earth approach and here to assist you on the journey- whether short or long-term. I embrace the ‘Integrative approach’ to therapy, meaning
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Hanna Rebrova
Psychotherapist, MA, BACP
Verified Verified
Orpington BR5  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Привет! Меня зовут Анна, мне 47 лет, мама двух взрослых сыновей. Я психотерапевт, диетолог. Руководствуюсь правилом «Чтоб быть кому-то полезным, сначала надо быть полезным себе». Посещаю множество конференций, продолжаю обучение и самопознание в сфере здоровья души и тела для гармоничной счастливой жизни.
Привет! Меня зовут Анна, мне 47 лет, мама двух взрослых сыновей. Я психотерапевт, диетолог. Руководствуюсь правилом «Чтоб быть кому-то полезным, сначала надо быть полезным себе». Посещаю множество конференций, продолжаю обучение и самопознание в сфере здоровья души и тела для гармоничной счастливой жизни.
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Karen Boram
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Eynsford DA4
Who am I: First of all, "welcome" and thank you for taking some time to read about me and my way of helping and supporting you in a therapeutic journey of self development and change, whether that be for yourself, yourself and a partner or your family. I am a fully qualified and experienced integrative counsellor and a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP). My philosophy of counselling is based on the person as a whole - working on the mind, body and emotions.
Who am I: First of all, "welcome" and thank you for taking some time to read about me and my way of helping and supporting you in a therapeutic journey of self development and change, whether that be for yourself, yourself and a partner or your family. I am a fully qualified and experienced integrative counsellor and a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP). My philosophy of counselling is based on the person as a whole - working on the mind, body and emotions.
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Teresa Parkinson
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Sidcup DA14
My ethos is that anyone should be able to access counselling if they believe it would be of benefit to them in their wellbeing. I value you the person and am ready to walk with you through whatever you are finding hard. I am a registered member of the BACP counselling register. At this time I can offer individual counselling only.
My ethos is that anyone should be able to access counselling if they believe it would be of benefit to them in their wellbeing. I value you the person and am ready to walk with you through whatever you are finding hard. I am a registered member of the BACP counselling register. At this time I can offer individual counselling only.
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Lou May
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Sidcup DA14  (Online Only)
Hi my name is Lou and I am an NHS trained counsellor and stress specialist. I help women overcome their anxiety and manage the stress in their lives, transform their mental and physical health and improve their relationships and wellbeing. I can help you navigate through menopause and recognise the physical impact as well as emotional that stress has on our bodies. If you are feeling anxious and overwhelmed, struggling to say no to things and consumed with self doubt. I can help you feel calmer, think more clearly and make better decisions to help you live a calmer, healthier, happier life. So book in for your free call today.
Hi my name is Lou and I am an NHS trained counsellor and stress specialist. I help women overcome their anxiety and manage the stress in their lives, transform their mental and physical health and improve their relationships and wellbeing. I can help you navigate through menopause and recognise the physical impact as well as emotional that stress has on our bodies. If you are feeling anxious and overwhelmed, struggling to say no to things and consumed with self doubt. I can help you feel calmer, think more clearly and make better decisions to help you live a calmer, healthier, happier life. So book in for your free call today.
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Olayide Williams
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Dartford DA4
A warm welcome. What's bothering you might seem small on the outside but can actually be very big on the inside thus impairing you from enjoying and living your best life everyday. You can't change the past but you can change the influence that the past is having on you.  I will offer you a safe, private and peaceful space to talk about the difficulties you are facing, to reflect on past experiences that may have left you anxious or depressed, and to work alongside you in making the changes that you feel you need. I am an accredited member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP
A warm welcome. What's bothering you might seem small on the outside but can actually be very big on the inside thus impairing you from enjoying and living your best life everyday. You can't change the past but you can change the influence that the past is having on you.  I will offer you a safe, private and peaceful space to talk about the difficulties you are facing, to reflect on past experiences that may have left you anxious or depressed, and to work alongside you in making the changes that you feel you need. I am an accredited member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP
01322 918477 View 01322 918477
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Helen Sear Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bexley DA5
Maybe you are in crisis right now, or you've been feeling low and overwhelmed. Or is your life becoming self destructive and you'd like to make changes? Are you overweight and want that to be different? I believe we are all vulnerable when life throws its obstacles at us and we all need a safe space to unravel what has been going on and help gain the strength to choose how to move forward. I can offer you an impartial and friendly place to help you through this difficult time and help support you to move forward.
Maybe you are in crisis right now, or you've been feeling low and overwhelmed. Or is your life becoming self destructive and you'd like to make changes? Are you overweight and want that to be different? I believe we are all vulnerable when life throws its obstacles at us and we all need a safe space to unravel what has been going on and help gain the strength to choose how to move forward. I can offer you an impartial and friendly place to help you through this difficult time and help support you to move forward.
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Ronke Adeyemi (MA, MBACP) Individual & Couple
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Orpington BR5  (Online Only)
Are you feeling Anxious, Depressed or stuck in your personal or professional life? Are you experiencing a profound loss due to Bereavement or a Traumatic /PTSD that causes you sleeplessness? or going through Relationship, Domestic Abuse/ Violence, Spiritual, Identity or Cultural issues? Are you struggling with feeling of shame, guilt, abandonment or looking for healing due to unresolved past hurt and disappointment? I have personal experience of how it felt to be trapped and joy to be liberated. We will collaboratively work together with empathy and respect to gain confidence you need to live a happy and fulfilling life with .
Are you feeling Anxious, Depressed or stuck in your personal or professional life? Are you experiencing a profound loss due to Bereavement or a Traumatic /PTSD that causes you sleeplessness? or going through Relationship, Domestic Abuse/ Violence, Spiritual, Identity or Cultural issues? Are you struggling with feeling of shame, guilt, abandonment or looking for healing due to unresolved past hurt and disappointment? I have personal experience of how it felt to be trapped and joy to be liberated. We will collaboratively work together with empathy and respect to gain confidence you need to live a happy and fulfilling life with .
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Charlotte Sharp
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sidcup DA14
Hi, I’m Charlotte, an accredited BACP Counsellor who predominantly works with Adolescents aged 10 Plus and adults, specialising in the area of Neurodivergents and trauma. I am ADHD and dyslexic myself as well as having a complete neurodivergent family, so I can guarantee as well as a large, hyper focused amount of training in this area, which I am always adding too, I have lived experience of some of the twist and turns you may be navigating. I also work with Neuro typical clients, who feel my approach meets their needs.
Hi, I’m Charlotte, an accredited BACP Counsellor who predominantly works with Adolescents aged 10 Plus and adults, specialising in the area of Neurodivergents and trauma. I am ADHD and dyslexic myself as well as having a complete neurodivergent family, so I can guarantee as well as a large, hyper focused amount of training in this area, which I am always adding too, I have lived experience of some of the twist and turns you may be navigating. I also work with Neuro typical clients, who feel my approach meets their needs.
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Female Counsellors

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.