Sleep or Insomnia Counselling in Swindon

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Victoria Alexandra Pook
Counsellor, MBACP
Swindon SN3
A successful counseling relationship is established through the creation of an authentic and confidential space between the client and therapist. This space serves as a safe haven where you can openly discuss your challenges, concerns, anxieties, frustrations, and emotional struggles. Within this environment, you will encounter a non-judgmental and empathetic atmosphere that allows for reflection on the issues that have led you to seek counseling.
A successful counseling relationship is established through the creation of an authentic and confidential space between the client and therapist. This space serves as a safe haven where you can openly discuss your challenges, concerns, anxieties, frustrations, and emotional struggles. Within this environment, you will encounter a non-judgmental and empathetic atmosphere that allows for reflection on the issues that have led you to seek counseling.
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Tanya Orr
Counsellor, SNCPS Acc.
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. Are you finding life tough, trying to deal with stress, anxiety, loss, feeling low or depressed or the impact of spiritual issues, chronic health conditions, or 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. Are you finding life tough, trying to deal with stress, anxiety, loss, feeling low or depressed or the impact of spiritual issues, chronic health conditions, or 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.
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Maxine O'Brien Sex & Relationship Counsellor
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
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.
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Nicoleta Sandu
Counsellor, BACP
Online Only
Online/phone sessions available. Hello and warm welcome. Do you want to UNDERSTAND YOURSELF better and BE UNDERSTOOD? When talking about their difficulties, in a safe and caring space, many people find a WAY FORWARD through their struggles. You deserve to live a life full of passion and joy! Do not let your anxiety, depression, self-limiting beliefs, or your damaging thoughts limit your potential, impede your creativity and freedom of expression, or stop you from becoming what you are meant to be in the world!
Online/phone sessions available. Hello and warm welcome. Do you want to UNDERSTAND YOURSELF better and BE UNDERSTOOD? When talking about their difficulties, in a safe and caring space, many people find a WAY FORWARD through their struggles. You deserve to live a life full of passion and joy! Do not let your anxiety, depression, self-limiting beliefs, or your damaging thoughts limit your potential, impede your creativity and freedom of expression, or stop you from becoming what you are meant to be in the world!
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Charlotte Reynolds
Counsellor, MBACP
Swindon SN2
Hi, I'm Charlotte, a BACP registered counsellor to post-grad level. I am an experienced, trauma-informed integrative counsellor working with adults and young people. I will provide you with an environment of calm, understanding and acceptance that makes it safe to explore what is troubling you and to try out different perspectives.  I have a special interest in trauma and have worked with clients who have experienced one-off traumatic events, have developmental trauma, have suffered domestic abuse, as well as working with bereavement and loss. I work with a broad range of issues, such as anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
Hi, I'm Charlotte, a BACP registered counsellor to post-grad level. I am an experienced, trauma-informed integrative counsellor working with adults and young people. I will provide you with an environment of calm, understanding and acceptance that makes it safe to explore what is troubling you and to try out different perspectives.  I have a special interest in trauma and have worked with clients who have experienced one-off traumatic events, have developmental trauma, have suffered domestic abuse, as well as working with bereavement and loss. I work with a broad range of issues, such as anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
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Theresa Bell
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Swindon SN4
I offer Clinical Supervision and Counselling. My background is in education, providing support for students from Primary, Secondary, Sixth Form/College, and University. While working with a diverse range of people, I have received specialist training for working with students and adults with Autism, ADHD, Asperger's and challenging behaviour. I have also previously worked in a Specialist Autistic (SRP) unit. I also work with adults and those that have received a late diagnosis to help accept, adjust and make sense of this impact on their lives and that of their family.
I offer Clinical Supervision and Counselling. My background is in education, providing support for students from Primary, Secondary, Sixth Form/College, and University. While working with a diverse range of people, I have received specialist training for working with students and adults with Autism, ADHD, Asperger's and challenging behaviour. I have also previously worked in a Specialist Autistic (SRP) unit. I also work with adults and those that have received a late diagnosis to help accept, adjust and make sense of this impact on their lives and that of their family.
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Talk It Out Services
Counsellor, MBACP
Swindon SN5
Thank you for taking the time to read and visit my profile today. I offer clients, Face to Face, Online and Walk and Talk sessions. Having had previous counselling experience myself, I truly understand the importance of navigating this process looking at many profiles. Working with you I will be helping support you with your struggles, stresses, worries, concerns and whatever you are experiencing together. By us building trust together enables you to identify new key focus areas whilst continually adapting myself and focusing on your individual changing needs.
Thank you for taking the time to read and visit my profile today. I offer clients, Face to Face, Online and Walk and Talk sessions. Having had previous counselling experience myself, I truly understand the importance of navigating this process looking at many profiles. Working with you I will be helping support you with your struggles, stresses, worries, concerns and whatever you are experiencing together. By us building trust together enables you to identify new key focus areas whilst continually adapting myself and focusing on your individual changing needs.
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Anna Watson
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Swindon SN2
I have a vast range of experience in working with clients with varying presenting issues. I am empathic and caring and will support you in your journey. I was drawn to counselling from my own life experiences. One of the most important things I feel I can offer to you as a client is empathy. Previously I have volunteered with a grief charity as part of my journey to being the fully qualified counsellor I am now. This journey has taken me 8 years of academic study and volunteering in a variety of counselling agencies. I feel I am still on my own personal journey, which will never end in terms of learning.
I have a vast range of experience in working with clients with varying presenting issues. I am empathic and caring and will support you in your journey. I was drawn to counselling from my own life experiences. One of the most important things I feel I can offer to you as a client is empathy. Previously I have volunteered with a grief charity as part of my journey to being the fully qualified counsellor I am now. This journey has taken me 8 years of academic study and volunteering in a variety of counselling agencies. I feel I am still on my own personal journey, which will never end in terms of learning.
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Jamie Sabat
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Swindon SN4
Welcome, my name is Jamie and I am a fully qualified and experienced counsellor. I understand how overwhelming seeking counselling can be and recognise how much of a big step it takes to contact someone like myself to talk about your personal difficulties. I am experienced working with individuals and relationships. My training being person-centred, I focus on respecting your unique experience and supporting you to find your sense of agency and self belief.
Welcome, my name is Jamie and I am a fully qualified and experienced counsellor. I understand how overwhelming seeking counselling can be and recognise how much of a big step it takes to contact someone like myself to talk about your personal difficulties. I am experienced working with individuals and relationships. My training being person-centred, I focus on respecting your unique experience and supporting you to find your sense of agency and self belief.
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Sayed Shajaat Hussain Kazmi
Counsellor, MA, BACP
1 Endorsed
Swindon SN2
My ideal client would be somebody who realises that their issues are negatively impacting their day-to-day life & disrupting their relationship with the important people in their lives. They would need an empathetic listener who would be non-judgmental and appreciate & understand their essential needs in order to function in a healthy manner. The client's goal would be to work with the therapist to help value themselves, raise their self-esteem & self-confidence in order to change their train of thought from negative to positive. The client would ideally want to feel safe and secure within their own thoughts, feelings & behaviours.
My ideal client would be somebody who realises that their issues are negatively impacting their day-to-day life & disrupting their relationship with the important people in their lives. They would need an empathetic listener who would be non-judgmental and appreciate & understand their essential needs in order to function in a healthy manner. The client's goal would be to work with the therapist to help value themselves, raise their self-esteem & self-confidence in order to change their train of thought from negative to positive. The client would ideally want to feel safe and secure within their own thoughts, feelings & behaviours.
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Stacy Wyatt
Counsellor, MBACP
Swindon SN25
I'm a fully qualified BACP Registered Counsellor. I work in a person centred way which means you as the client are at the centre of what I do. I offer a non-judgemental, client led, genuine space for you as we work together through any issues you may be facing. I understand how difficult it can be to make that first step into counselling and I hope I can create that safe space for you to start to explore and heal. I believe that you are the expert on you and I will sit along side you and help you to explore your thoughts and feelings around whatever you are having difficulties with.
I'm a fully qualified BACP Registered Counsellor. I work in a person centred way which means you as the client are at the centre of what I do. I offer a non-judgemental, client led, genuine space for you as we work together through any issues you may be facing. I understand how difficult it can be to make that first step into counselling and I hope I can create that safe space for you to start to explore and heal. I believe that you are the expert on you and I will sit along side you and help you to explore your thoughts and feelings around whatever you are having difficulties with.
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Tracey Penny
Counsellor, MBACP
Swindon SN4
Finding the right counsellor can feel overwhelming. Looking at profiles, trying to get a feel for a person with whom you might share your world. I put great importance on my relationship with my clients. Getting to know you, understand you and how you experience life is at the core of who I am. As a Person-Centred counsellor, my belief is that you have the answers. Sometimes, we just need a little help making sense of what is going on inside. I work, looking at your own unique experiences, in a safe, non-judgmental and supportive space
Finding the right counsellor can feel overwhelming. Looking at profiles, trying to get a feel for a person with whom you might share your world. I put great importance on my relationship with my clients. Getting to know you, understand you and how you experience life is at the core of who I am. As a Person-Centred counsellor, my belief is that you have the answers. Sometimes, we just need a little help making sense of what is going on inside. I work, looking at your own unique experiences, in a safe, non-judgmental and supportive space
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Photo of Sam Hewitt - Sam Hewitt - Therapeutic Counsellor (MBACP) Reg, Counsellor, MBACP
Life can sometimes be difficult. There may be times when we find ourselves experiencing stress, anxiety, panic, or struggling with extremely low moods or bouts of depression. Maybe you find yourself struggling with life's difficulties, often feeling isolated and alone, believing that there isn't anyone you can turn to, including work colleagues, friends or family. Maybe past experience has taught you not to trust anyone with your feelings. Or maybe you find yourself believing that no one truly understands what you are going through.
Life can sometimes be difficult. There may be times when we find ourselves experiencing stress, anxiety, panic, or struggling with extremely low moods or bouts of depression. Maybe you find yourself struggling with life's difficulties, often feeling isolated and alone, believing that there isn't anyone you can turn to, including work colleagues, friends or family. Maybe past experience has taught you not to trust anyone with your feelings. Or maybe you find yourself believing that no one truly understands what you are going through.
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Counselling with Carrie
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Swindon SN2
Hi from me, and thanks for considering counselling with me. It's daunting to see all these profiles of people wanting to help, so I'll just say I have evening and Saturday availability right now and would love to meet you :) I’m an experienced counsellor with a passion for helping ND people reach self-acceptance and find their happy place in this world. I work with Anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, loss, relationship issues, low self-esteem, trauma and more. I promise that things can always feel lighter with the right person to listen. I’m safe, non-judgemental and I will hear you.
Hi from me, and thanks for considering counselling with me. It's daunting to see all these profiles of people wanting to help, so I'll just say I have evening and Saturday availability right now and would love to meet you :) I’m an experienced counsellor with a passion for helping ND people reach self-acceptance and find their happy place in this world. I work with Anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, loss, relationship issues, low self-esteem, trauma and more. I promise that things can always feel lighter with the right person to listen. I’m safe, non-judgemental and I will hear you.
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Melanie Holland Tucker Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
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.
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Photo of Tina Deas - A Time For You, Counselling and Reiki (Tina Deas), Counsellor, MBACP Accred
I help Individuals and Couples with many different concerns. They often want to be able to feel and cope better, to improve their relationships, their wellbeing and their lives. Perhaps you are trying to cope with a bereavement or have suffered another loss such as the breakdown of a relationship. You may feel that with support, you are ready to tackle some trauma you have suffered or you may need help with your current situation. Or maybe you just feel a little lost and need some help to get yourself back on track or you don't really know where to start and feel anxious about talking to someone about your problems. I can help.
I help Individuals and Couples with many different concerns. They often want to be able to feel and cope better, to improve their relationships, their wellbeing and their lives. Perhaps you are trying to cope with a bereavement or have suffered another loss such as the breakdown of a relationship. You may feel that with support, you are ready to tackle some trauma you have suffered or you may need help with your current situation. Or maybe you just feel a little lost and need some help to get yourself back on track or you don't really know where to start and feel anxious about talking to someone about your problems. I can help.
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Roseanne Hypnotherapy
Verified Verified
Swindon SN4
Creative Analytical Hypnotherapy combined with Psychotherapy for deep healing at the root cause for life changing results! Here to help you get your life back! Fed up of other therapy’s not working? Ready to dig deep and get to the root of your issue? Do you want to live your life confidentially without any past hang ups? Often in life people keep struggling on and the struggles become part of their daily life, but it doesn’t have to be that way. I can help you get to the root of your troubles once and for all.
Creative Analytical Hypnotherapy combined with Psychotherapy for deep healing at the root cause for life changing results! Here to help you get your life back! Fed up of other therapy’s not working? Ready to dig deep and get to the root of your issue? Do you want to live your life confidentially without any past hang ups? Often in life people keep struggling on and the struggles become part of their daily life, but it doesn’t have to be that way. I can help you get to the root of your troubles once and for all.
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Thomas Smithson
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome, I’m Tom. I’m a therapist who works with adults looking to make meaningful changes in their lives. Many of the people I work with are dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, identity questions, low self-esteem, existential concerns, or are in the midst of major life changes. Others come to therapy to explore themselves more deeply, to challenge and change unhelpful behaviours, or to navigate parenting struggles. I have particular experience supporting queer communities and neurodivergent individuals, and I tailor our work to meet your unique needs, wants and goals.
Welcome, I’m Tom. I’m a therapist who works with adults looking to make meaningful changes in their lives. Many of the people I work with are dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, identity questions, low self-esteem, existential concerns, or are in the midst of major life changes. Others come to therapy to explore themselves more deeply, to challenge and change unhelpful behaviours, or to navigate parenting struggles. I have particular experience supporting queer communities and neurodivergent individuals, and I tailor our work to meet your unique needs, wants and goals.
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Natalia Parry-Vaughan
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Taking on new clients June 2025 - You be experiencing difficulties with worry, negative self-talk or confidence. You may have noticed a change in your responses to things such as checking more or avoiding certain situations. People describe it as vicious cycle. Whether it’s been going on for a while or something new, we work together to understand what your unhelpful cycles look like and how we can break them by creating healthier habits and patterns of thinking, such as focusing on enhancing your strengths. This helps alleviate symptoms of anxiety or depression, leaving you better equipped to manage difficult emotions.
Taking on new clients June 2025 - You be experiencing difficulties with worry, negative self-talk or confidence. You may have noticed a change in your responses to things such as checking more or avoiding certain situations. People describe it as vicious cycle. Whether it’s been going on for a while or something new, we work together to understand what your unhelpful cycles look like and how we can break them by creating healthier habits and patterns of thinking, such as focusing on enhancing your strengths. This helps alleviate symptoms of anxiety or depression, leaving you better equipped to manage difficult emotions.
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Colleen Smith
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a qualified counsellor of 12 years + and Havening Technique practitioner, which is a a quick and highly effective neuroscience technique. Havening Techniques is a method, proven through science, is designed to change the brain to de-traumatise the memory and remove its negative feelings 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, I work integratively, my focus is based around understanding your needs so that I am led at your pace. I lead my work with with passion, care and empathy.
I am a qualified counsellor of 12 years + and Havening Technique practitioner, which is a a quick and highly effective neuroscience technique. Havening Techniques is a method, proven through science, is designed to change the brain to de-traumatise the memory and remove its negative feelings 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, I work integratively, my focus is based around understanding your needs so that I am led at your pace. I lead my work with with passion, care and empathy.
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Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors

How effective is treatment for insomnia?

The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.

Are there specific medications for sleep problems?

There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.

Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?

There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.

What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?

Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.