Transgender Counselling in Wallingford

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Laura Tams
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Are you ready to feel different? Maybe you've had some big changes in your life that have left you feeling unsettled or maybe you're fed up with things staying the same and you're ready to make some changes. During therapy you will begin to explore and understand your thoughts, feelings and experiences providing you with valuable insight and leaving you empowered and ready to make positive changes in your life.
Are you ready to feel different? Maybe you've had some big changes in your life that have left you feeling unsettled or maybe you're fed up with things staying the same and you're ready to make some changes. During therapy you will begin to explore and understand your thoughts, feelings and experiences providing you with valuable insight and leaving you empowered and ready to make positive changes in your life.
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Jenny Bell
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Music Therap.
Serves Area
Are you feeling stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed in your relationships, sex life, or within yourself? I offer a space to explore what’s happening and work towards positive change. I see individuals & couples with challenges such as communication, intimacy, low desire, addiction, arousal, orgasm, painful sex, erectile difficulties performance anxiety and sexual wellbeing. As a student completing specialist training in Psychosexual & Relationship Therapy I am offering lower-cost sessions. £40 for individual Psychosexual (sex) therapy and £45 for couples. Music psychotherapy and counselling services remain at my usual rate of £65.
Are you feeling stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed in your relationships, sex life, or within yourself? I offer a space to explore what’s happening and work towards positive change. I see individuals & couples with challenges such as communication, intimacy, low desire, addiction, arousal, orgasm, painful sex, erectile difficulties performance anxiety and sexual wellbeing. As a student completing specialist training in Psychosexual & Relationship Therapy I am offering lower-cost sessions. £40 for individual Psychosexual (sex) therapy and £45 for couples. Music psychotherapy and counselling services remain at my usual rate of £65.
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Georgie Hedges
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I'm friendly, flexible and non judgemental, offering understanding and empathy and I specialise working with young people and adults. My approach is unique to each client, factoring developmental and chronological ages. I work interactively, person-centred, yet directively and creatively- integrating arts/games therapies with CBT. I find individual ways to connect to every client and find humour, where appropriate, can go a long way to heal. I work to help young people understand their behaviours and motivations and challenge perspectives, whilst being very much on their level. EFT and Hypnotherapy qualified practitioner.
I'm friendly, flexible and non judgemental, offering understanding and empathy and I specialise working with young people and adults. My approach is unique to each client, factoring developmental and chronological ages. I work interactively, person-centred, yet directively and creatively- integrating arts/games therapies with CBT. I find individual ways to connect to every client and find humour, where appropriate, can go a long way to heal. I work to help young people understand their behaviours and motivations and challenge perspectives, whilst being very much on their level. EFT and Hypnotherapy qualified practitioner.
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John Bristow
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
You might be struggling with anxiety, overthinking, or feeling on edge. Maybe relationships feel draining, or being neurodivergent makes everyday life harder to manage. I offer counselling that helps you slow things down, understand your triggers, and build practical ways to cope. The aim is simple, less pressure, more clarity, and a steadier sense of self.
You might be struggling with anxiety, overthinking, or feeling on edge. Maybe relationships feel draining, or being neurodivergent makes everyday life harder to manage. I offer counselling that helps you slow things down, understand your triggers, and build practical ways to cope. The aim is simple, less pressure, more clarity, and a steadier sense of self.
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Dr Iulian Chear
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
Online Only
As an LGBTQAI+ individual, do you feel that you can’t find your own place, or are you unhappy with where you are in your life? Maybe you are feeling misunderstood, unable to connect with others, or simply struggling with the dating scene or the community? Sometimes having a gender/sexual identity comes with pressures to conform to a specific body image, to femininity/masculinity ideals, and with certain sexual expectations that don’t mirror your own preferences or needs (eg., one must be kinky, but not too kinky). Or perhaps there’s something important about yourself that has been lost?
As an LGBTQAI+ individual, do you feel that you can’t find your own place, or are you unhappy with where you are in your life? Maybe you are feeling misunderstood, unable to connect with others, or simply struggling with the dating scene or the community? Sometimes having a gender/sexual identity comes with pressures to conform to a specific body image, to femininity/masculinity ideals, and with certain sexual expectations that don’t mirror your own preferences or needs (eg., one must be kinky, but not too kinky). Or perhaps there’s something important about yourself that has been lost?
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Kit Winter
Counsellor, MBACP
Oxford OX1
Are you feeling trapped in patterns of behaviour that made sense in the past but hold you back now? Perhaps you're constantly reliving traumatic experiences in your mind or body, or feeling shame, self-criticism, anger or anxiety that you can't seem to change. Together we'll notice the feelings, beliefs, sensations and memories that show up for you in each moment, and find ways you can respond to these feelings that leave you feeling calm, self-compassionate and more resolved. If talking hasn't changed the difficulties you're experiencing, or your body feels stuck in past experiences, this way of working might be a good fit for you.
Are you feeling trapped in patterns of behaviour that made sense in the past but hold you back now? Perhaps you're constantly reliving traumatic experiences in your mind or body, or feeling shame, self-criticism, anger or anxiety that you can't seem to change. Together we'll notice the feelings, beliefs, sensations and memories that show up for you in each moment, and find ways you can respond to these feelings that leave you feeling calm, self-compassionate and more resolved. If talking hasn't changed the difficulties you're experiencing, or your body feels stuck in past experiences, this way of working might be a good fit for you.
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Sophie Cockell
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Serves Area
I work with all age groups whatever your issues and offer a safe therapeutic space in which you are able to identify and explore these issues, needs and goals. I have extensive experience of working with clients living with Identity problems including gender identity and couples and families who are fostering and adopting children. I also work with neuro-diversity, physical and mental wellbeing, bullying and the feeling of not fitting in which can contribute to low self esteem and low mood. I also offer support to significant others both therapeutically and practically.
I work with all age groups whatever your issues and offer a safe therapeutic space in which you are able to identify and explore these issues, needs and goals. I have extensive experience of working with clients living with Identity problems including gender identity and couples and families who are fostering and adopting children. I also work with neuro-diversity, physical and mental wellbeing, bullying and the feeling of not fitting in which can contribute to low self esteem and low mood. I also offer support to significant others both therapeutically and practically.
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Sarah Jane Plant
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
There are times in life when we need help. When we feel overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, sad. Situations we are unable to make sense of. I offer an initial free consultation. This gives you the opportunity to find out about the therapy I offer. Research suggests that the therapeutic relationship itself is more important for a good out come than a particular type of therapy. This means that I am going to help you feel safe, accepted and treated with respect and perhaps challenge you in a positive and constructive way, then you are more likely to make good use of our sessions.
There are times in life when we need help. When we feel overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, sad. Situations we are unable to make sense of. I offer an initial free consultation. This gives you the opportunity to find out about the therapy I offer. Research suggests that the therapeutic relationship itself is more important for a good out come than a particular type of therapy. This means that I am going to help you feel safe, accepted and treated with respect and perhaps challenge you in a positive and constructive way, then you are more likely to make good use of our sessions.
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We Evolve Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
I am an empathetic and dedicated counsellor with a passion for supporting individuals through life’s challenges. My practice is rooted in a person-centred approach, creating a safe, non-judgemental, and supportive space where clients feel heard, valued, and respected. I believe in the innate capacity for growth and change, and I work collaboratively with clients to help them explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in a way that fosters self-understanding and personal empowerment.
I am an empathetic and dedicated counsellor with a passion for supporting individuals through life’s challenges. My practice is rooted in a person-centred approach, creating a safe, non-judgemental, and supportive space where clients feel heard, valued, and respected. I believe in the innate capacity for growth and change, and I work collaboratively with clients to help them explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in a way that fosters self-understanding and personal empowerment.
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Chris Arnold
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Hi, I’m Chris and I am an experienced counsellor, having spent many years working with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, bullying, stress, gender identity and self-harm. I am highly trained and work using a number of different counselling modalities and as such can tailor counselling to suit your needs, working with individuals, offering both short term counselling and longer-term psychotherapy. I am a member of the BACP and work within their framework.
Hi, I’m Chris and I am an experienced counsellor, having spent many years working with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, bullying, stress, gender identity and self-harm. I am highly trained and work using a number of different counselling modalities and as such can tailor counselling to suit your needs, working with individuals, offering both short term counselling and longer-term psychotherapy. I am a member of the BACP and work within their framework.
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Charlotte Haylock
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
I am a chartered counselling psychologist with experience of working in the NHS and third sector services. Within my therapeutic practice, I aim to offer a space that is non-judgemental, compassionate and warm, holding in mind that the therapeutic relationship is an important factor in supporting people to make meaningful changes. I take an integrative approach and I am trained in various models of therapy including Person-Centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I am a chartered counselling psychologist with experience of working in the NHS and third sector services. Within my therapeutic practice, I aim to offer a space that is non-judgemental, compassionate and warm, holding in mind that the therapeutic relationship is an important factor in supporting people to make meaningful changes. I take an integrative approach and I am trained in various models of therapy including Person-Centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
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Tara Murphy
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Online Only
Gender, Sexuality, Relationships. Whatever your journey, I am here to walk alongside you with empathy, expertise, and unwavering support. A space where you can meet your needs, goals, challenges and have the life you want to live. Therapy sessions are tailored to meet your unique needs and experiences, providing a safe, non-judgmental space to explore, heal, and grow. My mission is to empower individuals and professionals alike through therapy and education that celebrates unique identities, belonging and experiences; whilst also working through aspects of their lives they may be holding them back.
Gender, Sexuality, Relationships. Whatever your journey, I am here to walk alongside you with empathy, expertise, and unwavering support. A space where you can meet your needs, goals, challenges and have the life you want to live. Therapy sessions are tailored to meet your unique needs and experiences, providing a safe, non-judgmental space to explore, heal, and grow. My mission is to empower individuals and professionals alike through therapy and education that celebrates unique identities, belonging and experiences; whilst also working through aspects of their lives they may be holding them back.
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Carole Carter
Psychologist, MRes, GMBPsS
The people I work with face a number of the following: being burntout, feeling like they’re buried by the demands of life and lost the spark for life, struggling with stress, unsure about their identity, feeling like they don’t know themselves, wrestling with self critical thoughts and a lack of self acceptance, dealing with gender dysphoria, unsure about coming out to people, facing some tough reactions from others, wanting some support in adopting a new relationship structure or philosophy towards relationships, struggling with insecurities, experiencing difficult emotions like jealousy, anger and resentment.
I offer an accepting space for LGBTQIA+, polyamorous, ethically non-monogamous (ENM) and kinky people that's grounded in knowledge of these different communities and the unique experiences they face. This is from a combination of lived experience and learning from other people. You set the destination and I will guide/support you on the journey.
The people I work with face a number of the following: being burntout, feeling like they’re buried by the demands of life and lost the spark for life, struggling with stress, unsure about their identity, feeling like they don’t know themselves, wrestling with self critical thoughts and a lack of self acceptance, dealing with gender dysphoria, unsure about coming out to people, facing some tough reactions from others, wanting some support in adopting a new relationship structure or philosophy towards relationships, struggling with insecurities, experiencing difficult emotions like jealousy, anger and resentment.
I offer an accepting space for LGBTQIA+, polyamorous, ethically non-monogamous (ENM) and kinky people that's grounded in knowledge of these different communities and the unique experiences they face. This is from a combination of lived experience and learning from other people. You set the destination and I will guide/support you on the journey.
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Shaheen Walker
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi - are you feeling stuck? Repeating the same patterns of behaviour again and again in your life or relationship and going around in circles? Do you feel a lack of love/respect from your partner or someone close to you? Is sex/intimacy or compulsive sexual behaviour an issue? Perhaps trauma, life changes, neurodiversity (adhd/asc) or difficult times have led to anxiety/depression, the trust has gone, or you're feeling sad, angry, lonely, numb, or not sure what you feel anymore? I provide a safe, non-judgmental space supporting individuals, couples, neurodiverse and enm relationships gain confidence to change and improve wellbeing.
Hi - are you feeling stuck? Repeating the same patterns of behaviour again and again in your life or relationship and going around in circles? Do you feel a lack of love/respect from your partner or someone close to you? Is sex/intimacy or compulsive sexual behaviour an issue? Perhaps trauma, life changes, neurodiversity (adhd/asc) or difficult times have led to anxiety/depression, the trust has gone, or you're feeling sad, angry, lonely, numb, or not sure what you feel anymore? I provide a safe, non-judgmental space supporting individuals, couples, neurodiverse and enm relationships gain confidence to change and improve wellbeing.
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Archibald Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, BPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist providing in-depth, long-term therapy online for UK patients. My approach is rooted in psychoanalytic thought (also known as psychodynamic). In our work together, I will aim to facilitate meaningful and lasting change rather than offering quick fixes or superficial advice. In our work together, we will carefully and creatively explore the patterns, dilemmas, and emotional experiences that influence your inner life. The goal is to attain a deeper understanding of yourself, your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, so that you can progress with greater clarity and self-awareness.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist providing in-depth, long-term therapy online for UK patients. My approach is rooted in psychoanalytic thought (also known as psychodynamic). In our work together, I will aim to facilitate meaningful and lasting change rather than offering quick fixes or superficial advice. In our work together, we will carefully and creatively explore the patterns, dilemmas, and emotional experiences that influence your inner life. The goal is to attain a deeper understanding of yourself, your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, so that you can progress with greater clarity and self-awareness.
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Jack Wilkin
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Oxford OX3
Neurodivergent individuals are more likely to experience mental health difficulties, yet often find themselves feeling misunderstood by professionals. Drawing on my personal and professional background, I offer affirming and inclusive therapy both online and face-to-face in Headington and Summertown. I work primarily with autistic and ADHD clients experiencing a wide range of issues, including trauma, relationship difficulties, anxiety, low mood, procrastination, perfectionism, disordered eating, and difficulties regulating emotions. I also support those who may be at the early stages of exploring their identity.
Neurodivergent individuals are more likely to experience mental health difficulties, yet often find themselves feeling misunderstood by professionals. Drawing on my personal and professional background, I offer affirming and inclusive therapy both online and face-to-face in Headington and Summertown. I work primarily with autistic and ADHD clients experiencing a wide range of issues, including trauma, relationship difficulties, anxiety, low mood, procrastination, perfectionism, disordered eating, and difficulties regulating emotions. I also support those who may be at the early stages of exploring their identity.
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Dr Donna Bella Gurney
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Are you battling an eating disorder or caught in a cycle of never feeling good enough? Are you constantly self-doubting or procastinating? Is anxiety holding you back from the life you want to live? Maybe you’re overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck in perfectionism — driven by impossible standards and harsh self-criticism. Perhaps your relationships are suffering, and you don’t know why. You don’t have to face this alone. I created "Tutum Psychology" from the Latin word 'tutum', meaning 'safe'—to offer exactly that: a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore, heal, and grow. Let’s work together to create that space for you.
Are you battling an eating disorder or caught in a cycle of never feeling good enough? Are you constantly self-doubting or procastinating? Is anxiety holding you back from the life you want to live? Maybe you’re overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck in perfectionism — driven by impossible standards and harsh self-criticism. Perhaps your relationships are suffering, and you don’t know why. You don’t have to face this alone. I created "Tutum Psychology" from the Latin word 'tutum', meaning 'safe'—to offer exactly that: a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore, heal, and grow. Let’s work together to create that space for you.
01628 969426 View 01628 969426
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Chryso Johnstone
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Aylesbury HP20
Hi, I'm Chris, I'm a bit of a nerd who is into books, gaming, movies and TV shows. Being a therapist isn't just my job, it's something I genuinely love doing because I am hugely curious about people. I realised I had a true interest in people while I traveled and met people from different walks of life, cultures and spiritualities. I spend a lot of my time trying to learn and understand things, whether it's a new game, philosophical concept or how something works. In my role as a therapist I'm getting to know and understand you so that we can figure out how best to support you through what it is you are experiencing.
Hi, I'm Chris, I'm a bit of a nerd who is into books, gaming, movies and TV shows. Being a therapist isn't just my job, it's something I genuinely love doing because I am hugely curious about people. I realised I had a true interest in people while I traveled and met people from different walks of life, cultures and spiritualities. I spend a lot of my time trying to learn and understand things, whether it's a new game, philosophical concept or how something works. In my role as a therapist I'm getting to know and understand you so that we can figure out how best to support you through what it is you are experiencing.
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Mark Anderson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist (BACP) and psychodynamic counsellor (BPC), qualified to Master of Science level (Birkbeck, University of London). Having worked in a London-based GP practice on a pro bono basis for several years, I have helped patients from many backgrounds, nationalities, ethnicities, religions, genders, and sexual orientations with the internal, and often, unconscious conflicts that have negatively impacted their emotional and mental well-being and that prevented them from living their everyday life to the fullest.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist (BACP) and psychodynamic counsellor (BPC), qualified to Master of Science level (Birkbeck, University of London). Having worked in a London-based GP practice on a pro bono basis for several years, I have helped patients from many backgrounds, nationalities, ethnicities, religions, genders, and sexual orientations with the internal, and often, unconscious conflicts that have negatively impacted their emotional and mental well-being and that prevented them from living their everyday life to the fullest.
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Catherine Nicholas
Psychotherapist, BACP
Odiham RG29
I am a friendly and very experienced practitioner of over 15 years now. I have a lot of experience working with clients experiencing depression and anxiety and people struggling in difficult relationships at work or home. I also often work with and enjoy supporting autistic and adhd clients.
I am a friendly and very experienced practitioner of over 15 years now. I have a lot of experience working with clients experiencing depression and anxiety and people struggling in difficult relationships at work or home. I also often work with and enjoy supporting autistic and adhd clients.
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Transgender Counsellors

As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?

A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.

What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?

Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.

How can I recognise a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?

An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognise a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.

How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?

Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.