Female Counselling in Tonbridge
When you come to me for support, I listen with empathy, sensitivity, and without judgment. I am committed to understanding your unique story, and I warmly welcome you as you are. I am especially interested in how our early experiences shape who we become and continue to affect us throughout our lives. Having spent many years working with young people who have experienced trauma, I bring a deep awareness of how those early challenges can echo into adulthood. I have also valued the opportunity to support individuals affected by domestic abuse, helping them find strength, healing, and hope.
When you come to me for support, I listen with empathy, sensitivity, and without judgment. I am committed to understanding your unique story, and I warmly welcome you as you are. I am especially interested in how our early experiences shape who we become and continue to affect us throughout our lives. Having spent many years working with young people who have experienced trauma, I bring a deep awareness of how those early challenges can echo into adulthood. I have also valued the opportunity to support individuals affected by domestic abuse, helping them find strength, healing, and hope.
I work with clients who are ready to explore how their past, particularly childhood trauma and attachment experiences, shapes their life today. Anxiety may be crippling and you are looking for a safe, non-judgmental space to understand yourself and shift unhelpful patterns.
I offer therapy that is collaborative, solution-focused, and gently challenging, helping you gain insight, build practical strategies, and feel more empowered and authentic in your life. I also provide single-session therapy for focused support, clarity, or guidance when you need it most.
I work with clients who are ready to explore how their past, particularly childhood trauma and attachment experiences, shapes their life today. Anxiety may be crippling and you are looking for a safe, non-judgmental space to understand yourself and shift unhelpful patterns.
I offer therapy that is collaborative, solution-focused, and gently challenging, helping you gain insight, build practical strategies, and feel more empowered and authentic in your life. I also provide single-session therapy for focused support, clarity, or guidance when you need it most.
I am an Educational Psychologist with 25 years of experience working with students, their parents and teachers, to help each child make the most of their time in school and allow them to achieve their full potential. I support students who experience learning difficulties of all kinds. My assessments can also assist, and I have extensive experience of working with, children exhibiting neurodiverse characteristics, including ADHD and ASC. I have worked with most of the state and private schools in the Sevenoaks, Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells area and elsewhere and can assess for exam access arrangements, if appropriate.
I am an Educational Psychologist with 25 years of experience working with students, their parents and teachers, to help each child make the most of their time in school and allow them to achieve their full potential. I support students who experience learning difficulties of all kinds. My assessments can also assist, and I have extensive experience of working with, children exhibiting neurodiverse characteristics, including ADHD and ASC. I have worked with most of the state and private schools in the Sevenoaks, Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells area and elsewhere and can assess for exam access arrangements, if appropriate.
I have over 15 years experience in providing psychotherapy for problems including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic, phobias and problems related to autism. Although I primarily use Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) in my work, I also draw on a variety of other therapy approaches so that I can tailor my therapy to your individual needs. I work privately with individuals and couples and I am also experienced at working with children from the age of 13 years.
I have over 15 years experience in providing psychotherapy for problems including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic, phobias and problems related to autism. Although I primarily use Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) in my work, I also draw on a variety of other therapy approaches so that I can tailor my therapy to your individual needs. I work privately with individuals and couples and I am also experienced at working with children from the age of 13 years.
As a woman, do you put other people's needs above your own and find it difficult to say no? Maybe it's hard to say how you really feel or to ask for what you need? Do you find being nice all the time and avoiding upsetting anyone could be taking it’s toll, especially when you already feel stressed and overwhelmed by the many roles and relationships in your life? I wonder what life would look like if you felt calmer and more confident in yourself? How would it change your personal relationships and your life in general? What would it feel like to be able to voice what it is you want? It's certainly challenging being a woman today.
As a woman, do you put other people's needs above your own and find it difficult to say no? Maybe it's hard to say how you really feel or to ask for what you need? Do you find being nice all the time and avoiding upsetting anyone could be taking it’s toll, especially when you already feel stressed and overwhelmed by the many roles and relationships in your life? I wonder what life would look like if you felt calmer and more confident in yourself? How would it change your personal relationships and your life in general? What would it feel like to be able to voice what it is you want? It's certainly challenging being a woman today.
I have extensive experience supporting children, young people, and families across a range of settings, including NHS mental health services, schools, prisons, and bereavement charities.
The type of therapy I offer is Dramatherapy, which is a form of psychotherapy that combines talking with creative methods such as storytelling, play, movement, and art, to help children explore, express, and make sense of their feelings. It can be helpful for young people experiencing challenges such as anxiety, low self-esteem, grief and loss, identity questions, learning differences, attachment and developmental concerns, and other mental health.
I have extensive experience supporting children, young people, and families across a range of settings, including NHS mental health services, schools, prisons, and bereavement charities.
The type of therapy I offer is Dramatherapy, which is a form of psychotherapy that combines talking with creative methods such as storytelling, play, movement, and art, to help children explore, express, and make sense of their feelings. It can be helpful for young people experiencing challenges such as anxiety, low self-esteem, grief and loss, identity questions, learning differences, attachment and developmental concerns, and other mental health.
I am an experienced and highly professional Integrative Psychotherapist with a First-Class BSc (Hons) Psychology and Counselling, I have over 10 years of psychotherapy experience working in the NHS, the Private Sector at The Priory, in Education, at the Mental Health Charity Mind, in the Corporate Sector and now in Private Practice. This means I have a broad understanding of the mental healthcare landscape, which will significantly benefit you, as I have developed a comprehensive 'toolkit' that I can draw upon to help you better understand yourself, feel less overwhelmed by your problems and feel truly great, not just OK.
I am an experienced and highly professional Integrative Psychotherapist with a First-Class BSc (Hons) Psychology and Counselling, I have over 10 years of psychotherapy experience working in the NHS, the Private Sector at The Priory, in Education, at the Mental Health Charity Mind, in the Corporate Sector and now in Private Practice. This means I have a broad understanding of the mental healthcare landscape, which will significantly benefit you, as I have developed a comprehensive 'toolkit' that I can draw upon to help you better understand yourself, feel less overwhelmed by your problems and feel truly great, not just OK.
When you read information published by counsellors - I imagine it becomes difficult to make a choice. What makes me different? I have had several professions as a teacher, police officer, working as a Public Relations Director in blue chip companies before training as a Counsellor 20 years ago. I work with you at your pace and with understanding and experience I believe together we can work towards the changes you would like to make as well as helping you understand yourself, your connections and history.
When you read information published by counsellors - I imagine it becomes difficult to make a choice. What makes me different? I have had several professions as a teacher, police officer, working as a Public Relations Director in blue chip companies before training as a Counsellor 20 years ago. I work with you at your pace and with understanding and experience I believe together we can work towards the changes you would like to make as well as helping you understand yourself, your connections and history.
I fully believe that when difficulties affect your day-to-day wellbeing, every person can try to find a way towards their desired outcome, should they choose to. I would be honoured to take that journey with you. I believe that taking the first step in considering speaking with someone is often the hardest step to take. I aim to offer you a safe, relaxed and confidential space in which to hold your thoughts, fears and triumphs. Together we will work towards building a therapeutic relationship based on an honest, trustworthy and non-judgemental foundation.
I fully believe that when difficulties affect your day-to-day wellbeing, every person can try to find a way towards their desired outcome, should they choose to. I would be honoured to take that journey with you. I believe that taking the first step in considering speaking with someone is often the hardest step to take. I aim to offer you a safe, relaxed and confidential space in which to hold your thoughts, fears and triumphs. Together we will work towards building a therapeutic relationship based on an honest, trustworthy and non-judgemental foundation.
I am a clinical psychologist providing short and long-term therapy and autism assessments to children and adults in a private practice Kent. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where we can develop an understanding of your difficulties. I draw on a variety of psychological approaches including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioural (CBT), and systemic (including narrative and solution-focused). I have 9 years of experience working with a variety of difficulties including depression, anxiety and trauma. I have worked with children diagnosed with Autism (including PDA profile) and supported them their families for many years.
I am a clinical psychologist providing short and long-term therapy and autism assessments to children and adults in a private practice Kent. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where we can develop an understanding of your difficulties. I draw on a variety of psychological approaches including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioural (CBT), and systemic (including narrative and solution-focused). I have 9 years of experience working with a variety of difficulties including depression, anxiety and trauma. I have worked with children diagnosed with Autism (including PDA profile) and supported them their families for many years.
You might be feeling depressed, or low, for a known reason or perhaps for no identifiable reason. Sometimes it is not always possible to speak to your friends or family. You might not want to burden them or might fear judgement. I have helped clients with issues including: bereavement, loss, grief, workplace, sexuality and weight issues. I am a qualified counsellor and can offer you a warm, empathic space to examine and explore your feelings, patterns of behaviour and thoughts.
You might be feeling depressed, or low, for a known reason or perhaps for no identifiable reason. Sometimes it is not always possible to speak to your friends or family. You might not want to burden them or might fear judgement. I have helped clients with issues including: bereavement, loss, grief, workplace, sexuality and weight issues. I am a qualified counsellor and can offer you a warm, empathic space to examine and explore your feelings, patterns of behaviour and thoughts.
At various points in our lives, we all experience feelings, thoughts and events that we find challenging. You might be feeling anxious or depressed, finding it difficult to come to terms with something that has happened in the past, or worried about what the future will bring. Perhaps you feel stuck in a difficult situation, or caught between what seem like impossible choices. You may be seeking an opportunity to think about who you are, what is important to you, and the kind of life you want to lead.
At various points in our lives, we all experience feelings, thoughts and events that we find challenging. You might be feeling anxious or depressed, finding it difficult to come to terms with something that has happened in the past, or worried about what the future will bring. Perhaps you feel stuck in a difficult situation, or caught between what seem like impossible choices. You may be seeking an opportunity to think about who you are, what is important to you, and the kind of life you want to lead.
I didn't become a counsellor because life was easy. I became a counsellor through my own journey with addiction, trauma, ADHD, and never feeling good enough. I know what it’s like to live in fear, hate yourself, to feel angry, sad, lost and overwhelmed. Therapy only started to work when I found someone who really got me—no judgment, just real connection. Now I offer that space to others. I’m down-to-earth, honest, and I do things differently. I am passionate about my job and am very real.
If life feels too much, you don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to walk alongside you as you find your way back to yourself, heal and grow.
I didn't become a counsellor because life was easy. I became a counsellor through my own journey with addiction, trauma, ADHD, and never feeling good enough. I know what it’s like to live in fear, hate yourself, to feel angry, sad, lost and overwhelmed. Therapy only started to work when I found someone who really got me—no judgment, just real connection. Now I offer that space to others. I’m down-to-earth, honest, and I do things differently. I am passionate about my job and am very real.
If life feels too much, you don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to walk alongside you as you find your way back to yourself, heal and grow.
I am passionate about working with children and young people and have spent many years working within the educational sector. As adults we sometimes have better coping mechanisms or ways in which to self help, however children do not always have those skills. So I feel it is extremely important to be there to help guide and listen, to help better understand themselves and situations that may appear. I also work with adults helping to explore anxieties and stresses of every day life, within home, work or personally.
I am passionate about working with children and young people and have spent many years working within the educational sector. As adults we sometimes have better coping mechanisms or ways in which to self help, however children do not always have those skills. So I feel it is extremely important to be there to help guide and listen, to help better understand themselves and situations that may appear. I also work with adults helping to explore anxieties and stresses of every day life, within home, work or personally.
Have you experienced loss and need help coping? Loss can affect every part of our lives, leaving us feeling stuck, disconnected, and overwhelmed. It’s not just emotional- it can impact your energy, motivation, and self-worth. Whether it’s the passing of a loved one, the end of a relationship, a change in your health or career, or even a growing sense of disconnection from who you once were, loss can take many forms. On the outside, you may seem strong and in control, but inside, you might feel like you’re losing touch with yourself. If you’re feeling anxious, exhausted, or isolated, I’m here to help you process these emotions.
Have you experienced loss and need help coping? Loss can affect every part of our lives, leaving us feeling stuck, disconnected, and overwhelmed. It’s not just emotional- it can impact your energy, motivation, and self-worth. Whether it’s the passing of a loved one, the end of a relationship, a change in your health or career, or even a growing sense of disconnection from who you once were, loss can take many forms. On the outside, you may seem strong and in control, but inside, you might feel like you’re losing touch with yourself. If you’re feeling anxious, exhausted, or isolated, I’m here to help you process these emotions.
For many people the thought of seeing a counsellor is a big decision and can be very daunting. I hope my profile page informs you about the counselling services I offer and how this can help you, please visit my website www.counsellingwithcare.com Where to start Whether you have had previous counselling experience or none at all and are undecided if counselling is for you, come along for a first session. The session will give you an opportunity to decide if counselling is the right approach, you don’t have to decide there and then, take the time to process and decide if counselling with me is the way forward.
For many people the thought of seeing a counsellor is a big decision and can be very daunting. I hope my profile page informs you about the counselling services I offer and how this can help you, please visit my website www.counsellingwithcare.com Where to start Whether you have had previous counselling experience or none at all and are undecided if counselling is for you, come along for a first session. The session will give you an opportunity to decide if counselling is the right approach, you don’t have to decide there and then, take the time to process and decide if counselling with me is the way forward.
I am an experienced and highly professional counselling psychologist working in Tonbridge. I provide a safe, warm and confidential space where you can explore and work through the issues that are bothering you.
At different times of our lives we can all experience difficulties – or we may describe it as ‘not feeling at peace’. Counselling psychology suggest that whatever the nature of the problem that is bothering you, it is always helpful and useful to talk to someone to seek resolution.
I am an experienced and highly professional counselling psychologist working in Tonbridge. I provide a safe, warm and confidential space where you can explore and work through the issues that are bothering you.
At different times of our lives we can all experience difficulties – or we may describe it as ‘not feeling at peace’. Counselling psychology suggest that whatever the nature of the problem that is bothering you, it is always helpful and useful to talk to someone to seek resolution.
Struggling with your mental health or having difficulties in your relationship? I'm here to help!
CBT is a highly recommended and evidence-based therapy for addressing a range of difficulties. By challenging unhelpful thinking patterns and changing unhelpful behaviours, we can reduce negative emotions that often contribute to and maintain anxiety and depression.
EMDR can be used to help process traumatic memories using eye movements.
Couples therapy helps to identify and change negative behavioural patterns in relationships while developing better communication.
Struggling with your mental health or having difficulties in your relationship? I'm here to help!
CBT is a highly recommended and evidence-based therapy for addressing a range of difficulties. By challenging unhelpful thinking patterns and changing unhelpful behaviours, we can reduce negative emotions that often contribute to and maintain anxiety and depression.
EMDR can be used to help process traumatic memories using eye movements.
Couples therapy helps to identify and change negative behavioural patterns in relationships while developing better communication.
I am Dr Diana Goldsmith, a Chartered Clinical Psychologist registered with the Heath and Care Professions Council (HCPC). I am Clinical Director and Senior Psychologist for Foundations Child & Family Therapy – www.foundationschildtherapy.co.uk- a psychological therapies service offering UK-wide psychological therapy and clinical supervision. We offer support for children, young people and their families. We also offer ADHD and ASD assessments and follow-up post-diagnostic services. We aim to provide a supportive, understanding and compassionate service that works alongside families and their children.
I am Dr Diana Goldsmith, a Chartered Clinical Psychologist registered with the Heath and Care Professions Council (HCPC). I am Clinical Director and Senior Psychologist for Foundations Child & Family Therapy – www.foundationschildtherapy.co.uk- a psychological therapies service offering UK-wide psychological therapy and clinical supervision. We offer support for children, young people and their families. We also offer ADHD and ASD assessments and follow-up post-diagnostic services. We aim to provide a supportive, understanding and compassionate service that works alongside families and their children.
You may have a sense of the person you want to be but find there are many obstacles in your way to becoming that person. This might be because of things that happened in the past or difficulties in your current circumstances. You may be aware of repeating patterns of feelings, thoughts, or behaviour impacting your relationships and sense of well being day to day and preventing you from moving into a place of thriving which you long for but always seems out of reach. As a trauma aware experienced therapist I work in a range of ways to facilitate the resolution of past events, and present difficulty empowering you to move forwards.
You may have a sense of the person you want to be but find there are many obstacles in your way to becoming that person. This might be because of things that happened in the past or difficulties in your current circumstances. You may be aware of repeating patterns of feelings, thoughts, or behaviour impacting your relationships and sense of well being day to day and preventing you from moving into a place of thriving which you long for but always seems out of reach. As a trauma aware experienced therapist I work in a range of ways to facilitate the resolution of past events, and present difficulty empowering you to move forwards.
Nearby Female Counsellors Searches for Tonbridge
- Chipstead
- Hildenborough
- Kings Hill
- Maidstone
- Paddock Wood
- Royal Tunbridge Wells
- Rusthall
- Sevenoaks
- Speldhurst
- Tunbridge Wells
- Wadhurst
- West Malling
Female Counsellors
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, 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 because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
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 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.