Attachment-based Counselling in Swindon

Photo of Melanie Holland Tucker Therapy, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Melanie Holland Tucker Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Swindon SN25
When you are feeling overwhelmed by difficult past or present experiences, thoughts and feelings talking to someone who will listen can help. Are you feeling alone in this? you don't have to. I offer a confidential, empathic and non-judgemental space in which together we can explore what is causing your distress and a way forward at your pace. Whilst fostering clarity and self-awareness, I bring a warm, calm and compassionate approach to my work in which my client feels supported and empowered. I have a passionate belief in the human capacity for change and growth and in the power of therapy to nurture this for my clients.
When you are feeling overwhelmed by difficult past or present experiences, thoughts and feelings talking to someone who will listen can help. Are you feeling alone in this? you don't have to. I offer a confidential, empathic and non-judgemental space in which together we can explore what is causing your distress and a way forward at your pace. Whilst fostering clarity and self-awareness, I bring a warm, calm and compassionate approach to my work in which my client feels supported and empowered. I have a passionate belief in the human capacity for change and growth and in the power of therapy to nurture this for my clients.
01793 540787 View 01793 540787
Photo of Isabel Martins, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Isabel Martins
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Swindon SN2
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience in counsel adults in a clinical setting who are feeling distressed, where mental health issues arise when a difficult circumstance of their lives happens. I have experience in working with clients who recovering from alcohol and substances addictions.
I have experience in counsel adults in a clinical setting who are feeling distressed, where mental health issues arise when a difficult circumstance of their lives happens. I have experience in working with clients who recovering from alcohol and substances addictions.
01793 236495 View 01793 236495
Photo of Maxine O'Brien Sex & Relationship Counsellor, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Maxine O'Brien Sex & Relationship Counsellor
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Swindon SN2
This is an extremely troubling time, I am experienced in working online. I work with Individuals and couples with anxiety, depression and finding ways of coping. Talking about sex, sexuality and relationships can be extremely difficult. Our own feelings of shame can keep us feeling trapped and feel that there is nowhere to go. I offer a non judgemental space to be able to talk sensitively working to resolve issues. We will agree the focus of the work from the outset and keep this in mind throughout the journey together. We will work together to facilitate change in the areas you feel are needed.
This is an extremely troubling time, I am experienced in working online. I work with Individuals and couples with anxiety, depression and finding ways of coping. Talking about sex, sexuality and relationships can be extremely difficult. Our own feelings of shame can keep us feeling trapped and feel that there is nowhere to go. I offer a non judgemental space to be able to talk sensitively working to resolve issues. We will agree the focus of the work from the outset and keep this in mind throughout the journey together. We will work together to facilitate change in the areas you feel are needed.
01793 236275 View 01793 236275
Photo of Tanya Wiseman. Feel Enabled Counselling, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Tanya Wiseman. Feel Enabled Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Swindon SN2
Our mental health is so important. All too quickly we can feel swept away by life’s demands, by the experiences or decisions that can feel thrust upon us and by the needs and wants of others. Life can be exhausting and hard to navigate, often finding the way forward feels difficult to identify. This is where counselling comes in. As a fully qualified & experienced relational therapist, my role will be one of support, curiosity and gentle guidance.
Our mental health is so important. All too quickly we can feel swept away by life’s demands, by the experiences or decisions that can feel thrust upon us and by the needs and wants of others. Life can be exhausting and hard to navigate, often finding the way forward feels difficult to identify. This is where counselling comes in. As a fully qualified & experienced relational therapist, my role will be one of support, curiosity and gentle guidance.
01793 387663 View 01793 387663
Photo of Jakki Doust, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Jakki Doust
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Swindon SN2
I have been working as a counsellor for the past 17 years and work with clients from age 17 years and above. I have a warm and empathic way of being and my aim is to provide you with a confidential and safe space where you can talk through your problems freely, we can work through your difficulties together and I will support you in finding a way forward. I will adapt the therapy to suit your needs drawing on my training and experience, your therapy can be either short of long-term, I am committed to working in the best way for you.
I have been working as a counsellor for the past 17 years and work with clients from age 17 years and above. I have a warm and empathic way of being and my aim is to provide you with a confidential and safe space where you can talk through your problems freely, we can work through your difficulties together and I will support you in finding a way forward. I will adapt the therapy to suit your needs drawing on my training and experience, your therapy can be either short of long-term, I am committed to working in the best way for you.
01793 540147 View 01793 540147
Photo of Tanya Orr, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Tanya Orr
Counsellor, SNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Swindon SN4
Hello, my name is Tanya. As a counsellor- psychotherapist for over 25 years and a supervisor for 15, I continue to see how helpful counselling can be. I have immediate availability on Mondays and Tuesdays. Are you finding life tough, trying to deal with stress, anxiety, loss, feeling low or depressed or the impact of abuse and trauma? I am sorry you are having to struggle - life can get us down and sometimes the most courageous thing we can do is to seek some support. In our first session you can tell me what you are dealing with and see if it feels ok to work with me.
Hello, my name is Tanya. As a counsellor- psychotherapist for over 25 years and a supervisor for 15, I continue to see how helpful counselling can be. I have immediate availability on Mondays and Tuesdays. Are you finding life tough, trying to deal with stress, anxiety, loss, feeling low or depressed or the impact of abuse and trauma? I am sorry you are having to struggle - life can get us down and sometimes the most courageous thing we can do is to seek some support. In our first session you can tell me what you are dealing with and see if it feels ok to work with me.
01793 540410 View 01793 540410
Photo of Barbara Lorusso Mbacp(Accred)., Psychotherapist in Swindon, England
Barbara Lorusso Mbacp(Accred).
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
Swindon SN2
Counselling can help you to work through thoughts, feelings and/or behaviours that concern you. I am non judgemental, open and accepting of you as a person and will work with you to help you to improve your future. I am a fully qualified psychotherapist/counsellor with many years experience. As an integrative counsellor I draw from various theoretical approaches which enables me to adapt the therapy to fit each individual and their specific needs. My hours of work are Monday,Tuesday from 12 until 9pm and Friday afternoons, for Face to Face. Thursdays 12-9 and Friday mornings on Zoom(can be flexible).
Counselling can help you to work through thoughts, feelings and/or behaviours that concern you. I am non judgemental, open and accepting of you as a person and will work with you to help you to improve your future. I am a fully qualified psychotherapist/counsellor with many years experience. As an integrative counsellor I draw from various theoretical approaches which enables me to adapt the therapy to fit each individual and their specific needs. My hours of work are Monday,Tuesday from 12 until 9pm and Friday afternoons, for Face to Face. Thursdays 12-9 and Friday mornings on Zoom(can be flexible).
01793 540359 View 01793 540359
Photo of Talk It Out Services , Counsellor in Swindon, England
Talk It Out Services
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Swindon SN5
Thank you for taking the time to read my profile today. Because I feel, we are so different in how we respond in our life’s situations, we can feel more hopelessness, struggling, feeling more overwhelmed with everyday life’s problems, and feeling more stuck in life. By working, listening and supporting you, when your experiencing higher levels of stress, and anxiety, you can find better ways to help you cope, and not be so overwhelmed with your negative thoughts, whilst learning to manage, cope, and communicate better for yourself, improving your relationships with people around you, who are part of and in your life.
Thank you for taking the time to read my profile today. Because I feel, we are so different in how we respond in our life’s situations, we can feel more hopelessness, struggling, feeling more overwhelmed with everyday life’s problems, and feeling more stuck in life. By working, listening and supporting you, when your experiencing higher levels of stress, and anxiety, you can find better ways to help you cope, and not be so overwhelmed with your negative thoughts, whilst learning to manage, cope, and communicate better for yourself, improving your relationships with people around you, who are part of and in your life.
01793 540903 View 01793 540903
Photo of Danielle Harris, Psychotherapist in Swindon, England
Danielle Harris
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Swindon SN25  (Online Only)
I work with people from all walks of life. I provide an online counselling service that meets you where you’re at, both physically and emotionally. I have experience working with a wide range of issues including, abuse, anxiety, stress, depression, eating difficulties, loneliness, relationship problems, health concerns, bereavement, self-esteem, sexual orientation, sexual abuse, discrimination, and many more difficulties that are faced in life. Working online, I often meet expats and digital nomads, however, online counselling can also be suitable to everyone, including people living and working in their home country.
I work with people from all walks of life. I provide an online counselling service that meets you where you’re at, both physically and emotionally. I have experience working with a wide range of issues including, abuse, anxiety, stress, depression, eating difficulties, loneliness, relationship problems, health concerns, bereavement, self-esteem, sexual orientation, sexual abuse, discrimination, and many more difficulties that are faced in life. Working online, I often meet expats and digital nomads, however, online counselling can also be suitable to everyone, including people living and working in their home country.
01793 540771 View 01793 540771
Photo of Antony Oakes, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Antony Oakes
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swindon SN1
I am a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor in Royal Wootton Bassett and Swindon. I offer a variety of support in emotional management, mental health and wellbeing, and difficult life events. I can assist you in identifying emotional difficulties whilst working collaboratively to develop strategies to address them. The stresses and strains of life can affect us all in different ways and counselling provides a way for us to make sense of our own world. Our emotional struggles often manifest as physical problems so we will work collaboratively to bring awareness to the hidden parts of ourselves.
I am a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor in Royal Wootton Bassett and Swindon. I offer a variety of support in emotional management, mental health and wellbeing, and difficult life events. I can assist you in identifying emotional difficulties whilst working collaboratively to develop strategies to address them. The stresses and strains of life can affect us all in different ways and counselling provides a way for us to make sense of our own world. Our emotional struggles often manifest as physical problems so we will work collaboratively to bring awareness to the hidden parts of ourselves.
01793 540927 View 01793 540927
Photo of Susan Jennings, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Susan Jennings
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Swindon SN25
Are you experiencing depression, anxiety or just not feeling yourself? Counselling can ease the depression and unlock any distress you are feeling. My style of counselling can also help you to change any patterns of behaviour that are not working for you and improve your relationships with friends, colleagues, partners or family members. I work in Swindon with people of all ages, sexual orientation and genders but have particular experience working with young people, transgender and non-binary people, survivors of domestic abuse, neurodiverse people and older people. I am DBS checked and a member of the BACP
Are you experiencing depression, anxiety or just not feeling yourself? Counselling can ease the depression and unlock any distress you are feeling. My style of counselling can also help you to change any patterns of behaviour that are not working for you and improve your relationships with friends, colleagues, partners or family members. I work in Swindon with people of all ages, sexual orientation and genders but have particular experience working with young people, transgender and non-binary people, survivors of domestic abuse, neurodiverse people and older people. I am DBS checked and a member of the BACP
01793 540714 View 01793 540714
Photo of Flo Atkins, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Flo Atkins
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Swindon SN3
The work is in the art of holding- As a therapist working in this area, I have capacity respond to postpartum distress in a way that facilitates a successful alliance. I have real passion and devotion to this work spanning over 20 years working in the perinatal maternal mental health of women, fathers and their babies. Alongside my skills is the heart of the therapeutic relationship and the mothers journey towards wellness.
The work is in the art of holding- As a therapist working in this area, I have capacity respond to postpartum distress in a way that facilitates a successful alliance. I have real passion and devotion to this work spanning over 20 years working in the perinatal maternal mental health of women, fathers and their babies. Alongside my skills is the heart of the therapeutic relationship and the mothers journey towards wellness.
01793 540519 View 01793 540519
Photo of Linda Kathryn Berkeley, Psychotherapist in Swindon, England
Linda Kathryn Berkeley
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Swindon SN1
You are the expert on yourself an only you can decide what might work for you. We will form a plan together, perhaps over the course of two to three sessions, of how we can proceed, and what we collaboratively believe is going on for you. You will find my practice is based on a humanistic, integrative, pluralistic blending of possibilities from several frameworks, including CBT, Gestalt, Compassion Focused Therapy, ideas from psychodynamic practice, with a person-centred, humanistic core.
You are the expert on yourself an only you can decide what might work for you. We will form a plan together, perhaps over the course of two to three sessions, of how we can proceed, and what we collaboratively believe is going on for you. You will find my practice is based on a humanistic, integrative, pluralistic blending of possibilities from several frameworks, including CBT, Gestalt, Compassion Focused Therapy, ideas from psychodynamic practice, with a person-centred, humanistic core.
01793 234332 View 01793 234332
Photo of Colleen Smith, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Colleen Smith
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Swindon SN4
I am a Havening Technique practitioner and qualified counsellor (www.havening.org), a quick and highly effective neuroscience technique. The Havening Techniques is a method, proven through science, which is designed to change the brain to de-traumatize the memory and remove its negative effects from both our psyche and body. I have a long history of working with children/families/parents and carers. I believe that our relationship is key and my focus is based around understanding your needs and that I am led by your pace fuelled with passion, caring and empathy.
I am a Havening Technique practitioner and qualified counsellor (www.havening.org), a quick and highly effective neuroscience technique. The Havening Techniques is a method, proven through science, which is designed to change the brain to de-traumatize the memory and remove its negative effects from both our psyche and body. I have a long history of working with children/families/parents and carers. I believe that our relationship is key and my focus is based around understanding your needs and that I am led by your pace fuelled with passion, caring and empathy.
07588 724374 View 07588 724374
Photo of Dr Sharon Harvey in Swindon, England
Dr Sharon Harvey
PsychD
Verified Verified
Swindon SN1
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 22 years’ experience in the NHS in secondary care adult mental health services in Wiltshire and in private practice. I am experienced in providing psychological therapy to individuals across a wide range of distress, including anxiety/mood problems, relational difficulties and the impact of childhood trauma. I have a particular interest in trauma, shame-base difficulties and perinatal issues. I have professional registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the regulatory body for Practitioner Psychologists.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 22 years’ experience in the NHS in secondary care adult mental health services in Wiltshire and in private practice. I am experienced in providing psychological therapy to individuals across a wide range of distress, including anxiety/mood problems, relational difficulties and the impact of childhood trauma. I have a particular interest in trauma, shame-base difficulties and perinatal issues. I have professional registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the regulatory body for Practitioner Psychologists.
01249 479157 View 01249 479157
Photo of Dr Bishnu Upadhaya, Psychologist in Swindon, England
Dr Bishnu Upadhaya
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Not Verified Not Verified
Swindon SN10  (Online Only)
An enthusiastic, skilled and well-motivated Psychological, Neuropsychological, Integrated Medicine and healthcare consultant with more than 19 years’ experiences, promoting the welfare of patients, families, and vulnerable people. Experienced in providing specialist Neuropsychological, Psychological, Herbal Medicine, Naturopathic and Homeopathic Medicine Assessments, Consultation and Treatments of direct and referred clients based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a psychological and holistic approach and treatment and tasting.
An enthusiastic, skilled and well-motivated Psychological, Neuropsychological, Integrated Medicine and healthcare consultant with more than 19 years’ experiences, promoting the welfare of patients, families, and vulnerable people. Experienced in providing specialist Neuropsychological, Psychological, Herbal Medicine, Naturopathic and Homeopathic Medicine Assessments, Consultation and Treatments of direct and referred clients based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a psychological and holistic approach and treatment and tasting.
020 3835 4892 View 020 3835 4892
Photo of Kate Treadaway, Psychotherapist in Swindon, England
Kate Treadaway
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Swindon SN1
Are you finding that life is a struggle? Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious or depressed. Research has shown that working with a therapist that you trust can help you.
Are you finding that life is a struggle? Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious or depressed. Research has shown that working with a therapist that you trust can help you.
01285 706675 View 01285 706675
Photo of Barry Cook, Counsellor in Swindon, England
Barry Cook
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Swindon SN1
Not knowing which way to turn or who you can talk to? Life feeling something like this overwhelming, relationships strained, broken down, lacking confidence & self-esteem, difficult to voice or understand what you need, feeling down on edge & simply confused? Then welcome to Barry Cook 'The Tattooed Counsellor' When we feel this way our problems may be all mixed up growing bigger or unmanageable by the day. It could be that past or present experiences are causing us confusion & conflict. Maybe you would benefit from talking to someone who is not a part of your friends & family and will simply allow you to be you.
Not knowing which way to turn or who you can talk to? Life feeling something like this overwhelming, relationships strained, broken down, lacking confidence & self-esteem, difficult to voice or understand what you need, feeling down on edge & simply confused? Then welcome to Barry Cook 'The Tattooed Counsellor' When we feel this way our problems may be all mixed up growing bigger or unmanageable by the day. It could be that past or present experiences are causing us confusion & conflict. Maybe you would benefit from talking to someone who is not a part of your friends & family and will simply allow you to be you.
01452 923141 View 01452 923141
Photo of Dr Emma Hartley, Psychologist in Swindon, England
Dr Emma Hartley
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Swindon SN15
I specialise in EMDR and Trauma Focused Interventions. I have specific expertise in working with people with trauma related mental health conditions such as PTSD, childhood trauma, domestic violence, dissociative difficulties and psychosis. I offer an integrative approach to therapy drawing heavily on attachment and trauma- informed ways of understanding how difficulties in the here and now often have their origins in earlier life experiences. I believe that effective therapy should be empowering, focused and meaningful and built upon the foundation of a strong therapeutic relationship.
I specialise in EMDR and Trauma Focused Interventions. I have specific expertise in working with people with trauma related mental health conditions such as PTSD, childhood trauma, domestic violence, dissociative difficulties and psychosis. I offer an integrative approach to therapy drawing heavily on attachment and trauma- informed ways of understanding how difficulties in the here and now often have their origins in earlier life experiences. I believe that effective therapy should be empowering, focused and meaningful and built upon the foundation of a strong therapeutic relationship.
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Photo of Heather Phillips, Psychotherapist in Swindon, England
Heather Phillips
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Swindon SN1
Are you looking for a safe space with an experienced trauma-informed therapist? I offer CBT & EMDR to mothers and parents to tackle low self-esteem, anxiety, & trauma/ PTSD. Perhaps you are having strong reactions to things, or maybe you are struggling with anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or nightmares. You might be having trouble sleeping or issues with food or body image. Maybe you feel disconnected, irritable, guilty, and not the parent/ partner/ person that you want to be. When things feel tough, working with someone who you feel 'gets it' and knowing the space is safe and free from judgement is really important.
Are you looking for a safe space with an experienced trauma-informed therapist? I offer CBT & EMDR to mothers and parents to tackle low self-esteem, anxiety, & trauma/ PTSD. Perhaps you are having strong reactions to things, or maybe you are struggling with anxiety, intrusive thoughts, or nightmares. You might be having trouble sleeping or issues with food or body image. Maybe you feel disconnected, irritable, guilty, and not the parent/ partner/ person that you want to be. When things feel tough, working with someone who you feel 'gets it' and knowing the space is safe and free from judgement is really important.
01865 638457 View 01865 638457

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Attachment-based Counsellors

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioural Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.