Adoption Counselling in Walton-on-Thames
If you're reading this profile, you may be ready for a shift in your life. I work with individuals and couples. I specialise in Grief, Loss, Trauma, PTSD, C-PTSD, Coping Skills, Self-Esteem & More. Together, we can create a calm, safe and relaxing environment to self discover without judgement. This is what helps bring clarity and awareness to my clients. Many people feel 'broken' when they have experienced and lived with trauma. I work with people to help those fractured parts, heal. I provide a space for those parts to be heard, and to move towards a sense of wholeness in time.
If you're reading this profile, you may be ready for a shift in your life. I work with individuals and couples. I specialise in Grief, Loss, Trauma, PTSD, C-PTSD, Coping Skills, Self-Esteem & More. Together, we can create a calm, safe and relaxing environment to self discover without judgement. This is what helps bring clarity and awareness to my clients. Many people feel 'broken' when they have experienced and lived with trauma. I work with people to help those fractured parts, heal. I provide a space for those parts to be heard, and to move towards a sense of wholeness in time.
Hello and welcome, I'm Bryony and I am a Play Therapist & AutPlay Therapist working with clients in the Surrey, Woking and Guildford area. I work with children aged 4–14 who may be struggling with big feelings, anxiety or changes at home such as a new sibling or parental separation/loss. Some of the children I support are neurodivergent or have experienced early trauma, neglect, or difficulties with attachment. I offer a safe and creative space where children can build confidence, resilience, and a stronger sense of self. I also support parents and carers, helping families find more calm, connection, and joy in daily life.
Hello and welcome, I'm Bryony and I am a Play Therapist & AutPlay Therapist working with clients in the Surrey, Woking and Guildford area. I work with children aged 4–14 who may be struggling with big feelings, anxiety or changes at home such as a new sibling or parental separation/loss. Some of the children I support are neurodivergent or have experienced early trauma, neglect, or difficulties with attachment. I offer a safe and creative space where children can build confidence, resilience, and a stronger sense of self. I also support parents and carers, helping families find more calm, connection, and joy in daily life.
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.
If you are looking for couples therapy, or if you are seeking individual counselling with a focus on relationships (whether intimate, work or family) I can potentially help. I trained to MA level at a leading centre for relationship therapy, and I'm one of very few men working in the field. When working with couples, my aim is to enable better conversations, build understanding, so that both partners can be more content. With individuals, it's often about having a conversation with yourself, and to consider how you are in relation to others.
If you are looking for couples therapy, or if you are seeking individual counselling with a focus on relationships (whether intimate, work or family) I can potentially help. I trained to MA level at a leading centre for relationship therapy, and I'm one of very few men working in the field. When working with couples, my aim is to enable better conversations, build understanding, so that both partners can be more content. With individuals, it's often about having a conversation with yourself, and to consider how you are in relation to others.
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Jane is an experienced integrative psychotherapist/counsellor, executive coach.
She practices using a combination of therapeutic approaches, ensuring that therapy is tailored to meet the individual need, be it short or long term. She currently works with adults, couples, and children, with GP referrals in the private sector. She has wide experience of working with depression, anxiety, panic, stress, loss, addiction, life limiting illness, self-harm, eating disorders, phobias and abuse and believes that to be heard in a safe, confidential environment is essential to effective therapy.
Founding Partner/Clinical Lead
The Practice
Jane is an experienced integrative psychotherapist/counsellor, executive coach.
She practices using a combination of therapeutic approaches, ensuring that therapy is tailored to meet the individual need, be it short or long term. She currently works with adults, couples, and children, with GP referrals in the private sector. She has wide experience of working with depression, anxiety, panic, stress, loss, addiction, life limiting illness, self-harm, eating disorders, phobias and abuse and believes that to be heard in a safe, confidential environment is essential to effective therapy.
We can all have difficulties in everyday life and encounter problems that we simply find hard to cope with alone. You may feel worried, anxious, low, confused, isolated or may be experience difficulties in relationships. You may be suffering from feelings of low self esteem or low self confidence. You may have been diagnosed with anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, or maybe you are just feeling sad. When these feelings and thoughts persist and become overwhelming it may be difficult to know which way to turn.
We can all have difficulties in everyday life and encounter problems that we simply find hard to cope with alone. You may feel worried, anxious, low, confused, isolated or may be experience difficulties in relationships. You may be suffering from feelings of low self esteem or low self confidence. You may have been diagnosed with anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, or maybe you are just feeling sad. When these feelings and thoughts persist and become overwhelming it may be difficult to know which way to turn.
Hello, I’m Rebecca and I work with people experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, stress and perfectionism. Maybe you’re looking for help because you find yourself lying awake at night feeling worried and anxious? Perhaps you would like to make changes in your life, but you don’t know where to begin, or you’re afraid to get started because you don’t want to get it wrong? Or maybe it feels as if everything is just too much and your worries and concerns are affecting the way you live your life and your relationships?
Hello, I’m Rebecca and I work with people experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, stress and perfectionism. Maybe you’re looking for help because you find yourself lying awake at night feeling worried and anxious? Perhaps you would like to make changes in your life, but you don’t know where to begin, or you’re afraid to get started because you don’t want to get it wrong? Or maybe it feels as if everything is just too much and your worries and concerns are affecting the way you live your life and your relationships?
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I specialise in attachment, early trauma, depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, grief, emotional dysregulation, and adoption-related issues and neurodivergence.
I combine Art Psychotherapy (no creativity needed), Internal Family Systems therapy, and talking therapy to help you process trauma, regulate emotions, and build self understanding. Art Psychotherapy offers a way to externalise thoughts and feelings, while IFS helps explore your inner system, release burdens, and reconnect with your calm, confident self.
I specialise in attachment, early trauma, depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, grief, emotional dysregulation, and adoption-related issues and neurodivergence.
I combine Art Psychotherapy (no creativity needed), Internal Family Systems therapy, and talking therapy to help you process trauma, regulate emotions, and build self understanding. Art Psychotherapy offers a way to externalise thoughts and feelings, while IFS helps explore your inner system, release burdens, and reconnect with your calm, confident self.
Hi, I’m Hannah. Life can feel overwhelming, messy and uncomfortable at times. You might be struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, ADHD, overwhelm, anger or a general sense that something isn’t quite right.
I offer a safe and confidential space for adults (21+), both online and in person (Weybridge/ Walton-on-Thames), where you can talk through your difficulties—whether they are rooted in the past, present, or worries about the future.
Hi, I’m Hannah. Life can feel overwhelming, messy and uncomfortable at times. You might be struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, ADHD, overwhelm, anger or a general sense that something isn’t quite right.
I offer a safe and confidential space for adults (21+), both online and in person (Weybridge/ Walton-on-Thames), where you can talk through your difficulties—whether they are rooted in the past, present, or worries about the future.
Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, affecting mental health, relationships and everyday wellbeing. But recovery is possible.
At The Trauma Recovery Space, Dr Claire Arnold and Dr Emma Morris, provide high-quality, evidence-based therapy for children, young people, couples, families and adults.
Our services align with NHS standards of care and are delivered by expert consultant clinical psychologists with over 20 years of experience
Healing from pain. Building resilience. Moving forward with strength.
We are based in London Colney, St. Albans, but also offer online services.
Easily accessible and free car parking.
Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, affecting mental health, relationships and everyday wellbeing. But recovery is possible.
At The Trauma Recovery Space, Dr Claire Arnold and Dr Emma Morris, provide high-quality, evidence-based therapy for children, young people, couples, families and adults.
Our services align with NHS standards of care and are delivered by expert consultant clinical psychologists with over 20 years of experience
Healing from pain. Building resilience. Moving forward with strength.
We are based in London Colney, St. Albans, but also offer online services.
Easily accessible and free car parking.
As a registered and accredited member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP), I am an independent, experienced and professional counsellor / psychotherapist and supervisor, an approved Adoption counsellor and qualified in EMDR therapy.
I use an integrative approach, along with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness, which focuses primarily on the relationship between client and therapist. This is built around trust, respect, safety and empowerment. Kindness and compassion are fundamental. My work is client led as only you know how you feel.
As a registered and accredited member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP), I am an independent, experienced and professional counsellor / psychotherapist and supervisor, an approved Adoption counsellor and qualified in EMDR therapy.
I use an integrative approach, along with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness, which focuses primarily on the relationship between client and therapist. This is built around trust, respect, safety and empowerment. Kindness and compassion are fundamental. My work is client led as only you know how you feel.
Adoption and working with adoptees and birth mothers is another area close to my heart — above all, I offer a safe, warm, and compassionate space where you can be completely yourself.
I’m a qualified counsellor, group therapy facilitator and complementary health practitioner, with over 30 years of experience supporting people through life’s ups and downs. I trained in Counselling and Addiction at the University of Bath, and I bring not only my professional knowledge but also a wealth of real-life experience to my sessions.
Sometimes life just feels too heavy. We can find ourselves worrying, feeling stuck, or battling with fears we don’t quite understand. In those moments, talking to someone outside of our usual circle can be a real gift—someone who will truly listen without judgement.
That’s where I can help.
Adoption and working with adoptees and birth mothers is another area close to my heart — above all, I offer a safe, warm, and compassionate space where you can be completely yourself.
I’m a qualified counsellor, group therapy facilitator and complementary health practitioner, with over 30 years of experience supporting people through life’s ups and downs. I trained in Counselling and Addiction at the University of Bath, and I bring not only my professional knowledge but also a wealth of real-life experience to my sessions.
Sometimes life just feels too heavy. We can find ourselves worrying, feeling stuck, or battling with fears we don’t quite understand. In those moments, talking to someone outside of our usual circle can be a real gift—someone who will truly listen without judgement.
That’s where I can help.
As a Counsellor, I am committed to supporting adults, young people, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and work towards more fulfilling and connected lives, with a particular focus on adoption, attachment, and psychosexual wellbeing.
I have extensive experience in supporting people with a wide range of emotional and relational difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement and loss, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, family difficulties, and life transitions. I am registered to work with individuals affected by adoption, fostering & special guardianship.
As a Counsellor, I am committed to supporting adults, young people, and families as they navigate life’s challenges and work towards more fulfilling and connected lives, with a particular focus on adoption, attachment, and psychosexual wellbeing.
I have extensive experience in supporting people with a wide range of emotional and relational difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement and loss, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, family difficulties, and life transitions. I am registered to work with individuals affected by adoption, fostering & special guardianship.
Hi, I'm Amy.
Coming to counselling and opening up to a complete stranger about things you may have never discussed before can be hugely daunting! I aim to make the process as easy and comfortable as possible while getting you to where you want to be.
I work with people with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, ADHD, eating disorders, self harm, early life trauma, sexual trauma and for some a wish to talk about a feeling but without necessarily knowing what it is but something simply doesn't quite feel right.
The idea of opening up to a complete stranger about things you may have kept inside
Hi, I'm Amy.
Coming to counselling and opening up to a complete stranger about things you may have never discussed before can be hugely daunting! I aim to make the process as easy and comfortable as possible while getting you to where you want to be.
I work with people with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, ADHD, eating disorders, self harm, early life trauma, sexual trauma and for some a wish to talk about a feeling but without necessarily knowing what it is but something simply doesn't quite feel right.
The idea of opening up to a complete stranger about things you may have kept inside
I am committed to supporting those experiencing mental health difficulties, and have experience working with a diverse range of clients including children, adults and older adults. I am passionate about creating a safe and non-judgemental space to help my clients to understand their difficulties and how they can make changes to improve their mental health and wellbeing. As a HCPC registered Chartered Clinical Psychologist with a doctorate in Clinical Psychology, I have worked across various settings including community, inpatient and specialist services in the NHS.
I am committed to supporting those experiencing mental health difficulties, and have experience working with a diverse range of clients including children, adults and older adults. I am passionate about creating a safe and non-judgemental space to help my clients to understand their difficulties and how they can make changes to improve their mental health and wellbeing. As a HCPC registered Chartered Clinical Psychologist with a doctorate in Clinical Psychology, I have worked across various settings including community, inpatient and specialist services in the NHS.
I am known professionally as Roya Hamid.
As a dramatherapist for 30 years and more recently a Systemic and Family Psychotherapist, I integrate both of these modalities in my pracitice. These different approaches are complimentary and this is helpful for those of us with trauma histories which reside in our bodies. Both approaches are important for healing. This is unique way of working with the body and mind simultaneously.
I am known professionally as Roya Hamid.
As a dramatherapist for 30 years and more recently a Systemic and Family Psychotherapist, I integrate both of these modalities in my pracitice. These different approaches are complimentary and this is helpful for those of us with trauma histories which reside in our bodies. Both approaches are important for healing. This is unique way of working with the body and mind simultaneously.
I understand that life can present numerous challenges, and I am here to support you through difficult times involving anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, ADHD, family issues, bereavement, stress, PTSD, addiction, and abuse. These experiences can be incredibly exhausting and overwhelming, often leading to feelings of dehumanisation. It is natural to ask yourself questions like: Why is this happening to me? What can I do to help myself? Where can I find the support I need? You are not alone, and there is hope for healing and growth.
I understand that life can present numerous challenges, and I am here to support you through difficult times involving anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, ADHD, family issues, bereavement, stress, PTSD, addiction, and abuse. These experiences can be incredibly exhausting and overwhelming, often leading to feelings of dehumanisation. It is natural to ask yourself questions like: Why is this happening to me? What can I do to help myself? Where can I find the support I need? You are not alone, and there is hope for healing and growth.
I will accept individually commissioned ASF ( Adoption Support Funding ) child therapy contracts with Local Authorities where suitable.
Art Psychotherapy is a readily accessible and effective form of therapy. It is suitable for individuals of any age who are experiencing a wide range of emotional and wellbeing challenges. You may be struggling with personal or family relationships, work related stress, mental health, past childhood trauma, loss, bereavement, identity, addiction issues; or be a very concerned parent reaching out for help for your child or teen who's additional SEN's, mental health, behaviour, school/ social difficulties, adverse childhood experiences are requiring a sensitive, creative and nuanced approach to their support and treatment.
I will accept individually commissioned ASF ( Adoption Support Funding ) child therapy contracts with Local Authorities where suitable.
Art Psychotherapy is a readily accessible and effective form of therapy. It is suitable for individuals of any age who are experiencing a wide range of emotional and wellbeing challenges. You may be struggling with personal or family relationships, work related stress, mental health, past childhood trauma, loss, bereavement, identity, addiction issues; or be a very concerned parent reaching out for help for your child or teen who's additional SEN's, mental health, behaviour, school/ social difficulties, adverse childhood experiences are requiring a sensitive, creative and nuanced approach to their support and treatment.
Over the years, I’ve worked with people experiencing grief, loss, adoption-related experiences, and ongoing stress.
People come to therapy for many reasons — anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship challenges, or a sense that something isn’t quite right. I have many years of experience in the NHS, social work, and private practice, including supporting adoption-related experiences. Therapy is a collaborative way of working. It can feel like we're pealing back layers -of
Over the years, I’ve worked with people experiencing grief, loss, adoption-related experiences, and ongoing stress.
People come to therapy for many reasons — anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship challenges, or a sense that something isn’t quite right. I have many years of experience in the NHS, social work, and private practice, including supporting adoption-related experiences. Therapy is a collaborative way of working. It can feel like we're pealing back layers -of
I work with clients who may be struggling with grief and loss, navigating adoption, or managing the challenges of ADHD and anxiety.
I'm Sheila White, a Creative Arts Psychotherapist who specialises in Dramatherapy, HCPC-registered since 2021 and a BADth member. I bring over 20 years' experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults, including work with Adopt London, autism and ADHD, and bereavement, including miscarriage, stillbirth, and baby loss. I combine talking therapy with creative techniques like storytelling, movement, and roleplay, though talking alone is just as welcome. I offer a warm, confidential space where we work at your pace, in-person in Barnet or online across the UK.
I work with clients who may be struggling with grief and loss, navigating adoption, or managing the challenges of ADHD and anxiety.
I'm Sheila White, a Creative Arts Psychotherapist who specialises in Dramatherapy, HCPC-registered since 2021 and a BADth member. I bring over 20 years' experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults, including work with Adopt London, autism and ADHD, and bereavement, including miscarriage, stillbirth, and baby loss. I combine talking therapy with creative techniques like storytelling, movement, and roleplay, though talking alone is just as welcome. I offer a warm, confidential space where we work at your pace, in-person in Barnet or online across the UK.
Nearby Adoption Counsellors Searches for Walton-on-Thames
- Chertsey
- Cobham
- Esher
- Hounslow
- Kingston upon Thames
- Leatherhead
- New Malden
- Richmond
- Surbiton
- Teddington
- Twickenham
- Weybridge
Adoption Counsellors
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioural or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioural, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.