Parenting Counselling in Walton-on-Thames
Admitting that we need help can often feel overwhelming, shameful, or intimidating. The process of identifying someone who can assist us may evoke similar emotions. Research indicates that the most significant predictor of successful therapy outcomes is the quality of the relationship between you and your therapist. It’s crucial to find someone you can trust—someone who will uphold confidentiality and maintain appropriate boundaries, creating a safe environment for you to be open. This will facilitate insight and understanding, empowering you to make meaningful changes to your life.
Admitting that we need help can often feel overwhelming, shameful, or intimidating. The process of identifying someone who can assist us may evoke similar emotions. Research indicates that the most significant predictor of successful therapy outcomes is the quality of the relationship between you and your therapist. It’s crucial to find someone you can trust—someone who will uphold confidentiality and maintain appropriate boundaries, creating a safe environment for you to be open. This will facilitate insight and understanding, empowering you to make meaningful changes to your life.
Counselling can be an opportunity to focus on yourself and bring change to your current situation. Therapy is a leap of faith that can result in growth and self-awareness. Times can be difficult, and navigating yourself through this can be the biggest challenge of all, but together, we can bring "You" into focus to work on what may be causing difficulties in your life. I work in a way that allows us to explore the initial issues and find further understanding of what is causing these under the surface.
Counselling can be an opportunity to focus on yourself and bring change to your current situation. Therapy is a leap of faith that can result in growth and self-awareness. Times can be difficult, and navigating yourself through this can be the biggest challenge of all, but together, we can bring "You" into focus to work on what may be causing difficulties in your life. I work in a way that allows us to explore the initial issues and find further understanding of what is causing these under the surface.
Are you struggling with issues such as: Abuse, Anxiety, Bereavement, Depression, Loss, Personal development, Relationships, Self-esteem, Shame, Stress, Trauma or Work related issues? I have experience of working with a variety of clients, including older adults and those with, or affected by, life-limiting illnesses or conditions. I also have a specific interest and experience in working with perinatal issues: infertility and assisted conception, pre- and post-natal depression, pregnancy, miscarriage and parenthood.
Are you struggling with issues such as: Abuse, Anxiety, Bereavement, Depression, Loss, Personal development, Relationships, Self-esteem, Shame, Stress, Trauma or Work related issues? I have experience of working with a variety of clients, including older adults and those with, or affected by, life-limiting illnesses or conditions. I also have a specific interest and experience in working with perinatal issues: infertility and assisted conception, pre- and post-natal depression, pregnancy, miscarriage and parenthood.
There are many reasons why someone might seek therapy. You might want to explore a particular issue, understand yourself better, or you might have a more general sense of feeling anxious, stuck, depressed or dissatisfied. Sometimes, it is hard to find the words for how we feel and to understand why we feel a particular way. Being heard and understood by a professional can be a first step towards relief and lasting change.
There are many reasons why someone might seek therapy. You might want to explore a particular issue, understand yourself better, or you might have a more general sense of feeling anxious, stuck, depressed or dissatisfied. Sometimes, it is hard to find the words for how we feel and to understand why we feel a particular way. Being heard and understood by a professional can be a first step towards relief and lasting change.
I have worked extensively with parents who have lost children.
I could tell you at length how I practice or what therapy means to me. However, the truth is that this is your therapy, your counselling. Your journey matters. I will hold the space for you to drive the work, and I will simply help navigate. I will support you and challenge you through the struggles you face, and we will work together during our time to reach your destination. It takes a lot to decide you need help or want to talk to someone and so the fact you are looking at this website is a positive step that not everyone feels they can take. Talking is hard, looking for help is brave, just keep going.
I have worked extensively with parents who have lost children.
I could tell you at length how I practice or what therapy means to me. However, the truth is that this is your therapy, your counselling. Your journey matters. I will hold the space for you to drive the work, and I will simply help navigate. I will support you and challenge you through the struggles you face, and we will work together during our time to reach your destination. It takes a lot to decide you need help or want to talk to someone and so the fact you are looking at this website is a positive step that not everyone feels they can take. Talking is hard, looking for help is brave, just keep going.
I am an experienced counsellor working with adults of all ages who are feeling overwhelmed or struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, or significant life transitions such as becoming a parent, adapting to the menopause or coping with getting older and retirement.
I offer specialist counselling for women at key transitions in their lives, including parenthood, the menopause and retirement. I am able to support with women's health, fertility issues, antenatal and postnatal depression and anxiety, and the emotional challenges of being a parent.
I am an experienced counsellor working with adults of all ages who are feeling overwhelmed or struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, or significant life transitions such as becoming a parent, adapting to the menopause or coping with getting older and retirement.
I offer specialist counselling for women at key transitions in their lives, including parenthood, the menopause and retirement. I am able to support with women's health, fertility issues, antenatal and postnatal depression and anxiety, and the emotional challenges of being a parent.
With expertise in anxiety, depression, family issues, menopause, neurodiversity, trauma & self-esteem, I offer a warm, collaborative space to explore your experiences, and together we can seek understanding and a way forward.
I have experience working within the NHS and the charitable sectors as well as my private online and in person practice
With expertise in anxiety, depression, family issues, menopause, neurodiversity, trauma & self-esteem, I offer a warm, collaborative space to explore your experiences, and together we can seek understanding and a way forward.
I have experience working within the NHS and the charitable sectors as well as my private online and in person practice
My name is Maiia, and I'm a psychotherapist offering private therapy sessions online, over the phone or in person (you choose!).
Life can be challenging. Sometimes it feels unfair, unjust even. You might feel lonely, misunderstood or judged. I want you to know that reaching out takes real courage, and you've already taken the first step by being here.
I won't promise you a magic pill that takes away your worries overnight. But here's what I can promise: I'll do my best to understand what it's like to be you. I'll stand by you. I'll be your best ally as we work through whatever you're facing right now.
My name is Maiia, and I'm a psychotherapist offering private therapy sessions online, over the phone or in person (you choose!).
Life can be challenging. Sometimes it feels unfair, unjust even. You might feel lonely, misunderstood or judged. I want you to know that reaching out takes real courage, and you've already taken the first step by being here.
I won't promise you a magic pill that takes away your worries overnight. But here's what I can promise: I'll do my best to understand what it's like to be you. I'll stand by you. I'll be your best ally as we work through whatever you're facing right now.
Welcome! If you are here, you are obviously thinking counselling might be a good idea. I know all too well browsing through all those profiles can be overwhelming. How do you choose a therapist? I have been there myself - so hard! Particularly when we are not in the best place. Feeling anxious and overwhelmed with too much going on... trying to move forward after someone's death ... or just feeling like life has caught up and everything is just bubbling up. I have worked with all these situations and more. You may or may not know what you want out of therapy - but we can figure it out together. Worth a try!
Welcome! If you are here, you are obviously thinking counselling might be a good idea. I know all too well browsing through all those profiles can be overwhelming. How do you choose a therapist? I have been there myself - so hard! Particularly when we are not in the best place. Feeling anxious and overwhelmed with too much going on... trying to move forward after someone's death ... or just feeling like life has caught up and everything is just bubbling up. I have worked with all these situations and more. You may or may not know what you want out of therapy - but we can figure it out together. Worth a try!
I am a Psychologist trained in CBT, EMDR, CPT, DBT, working with children, youth, and women. As a Muslim woman, I believe an empathetic and non-judgemental attitude is the key where a client exploring his/her inner world to make a positive change. I am flexible in my approach working with my clients with a positive attitude. Small goals can lead to bigger goals. I help my clients set up the right goals for themselves. change can begin from inside as well as outside. I work with my clients to make them aware of their potential and strengths
I am a Psychologist trained in CBT, EMDR, CPT, DBT, working with children, youth, and women. As a Muslim woman, I believe an empathetic and non-judgemental attitude is the key where a client exploring his/her inner world to make a positive change. I am flexible in my approach working with my clients with a positive attitude. Small goals can lead to bigger goals. I help my clients set up the right goals for themselves. change can begin from inside as well as outside. I work with my clients to make them aware of their potential and strengths
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.
If you are having difficulties in your relationship with your partner or your family, if you are at a crossroad where you need to reassess your choices, do not hesitate to contact me. I have more than 14 years experience in Relationship counselling, and in supporting clients through their sex and porn addiction journey. I offer a warm friendly and confidential approach face to face or online. Counselling in French available
If you are having difficulties in your relationship with your partner or your family, if you are at a crossroad where you need to reassess your choices, do not hesitate to contact me. I have more than 14 years experience in Relationship counselling, and in supporting clients through their sex and porn addiction journey. I offer a warm friendly and confidential approach face to face or online. Counselling in French available
Feeling overwhelmed and struggling with emotions? Everyone goes through periods of anxiety, stress or even depression, but you don’t have to do alone. I'm here to provide you with a safe and non-judgemental space to talk either in person at my private practice, or from the comfort of your own home using Zoom.
Feeling overwhelmed and struggling with emotions? Everyone goes through periods of anxiety, stress or even depression, but you don’t have to do alone. I'm here to provide you with a safe and non-judgemental space to talk either in person at my private practice, or from the comfort of your own home using Zoom.
I also support parents and carers, helping families find more calm, connection, and joy in daily life.
Play Therapy offers children a way of expressing themselves through their natural form of communication - PLAY! My approach is child-led, always placing the child at the heart of their therapy. I am trauma informed, have extensive knowledge in child development and a grounding in pschoanalytic theory. I am neuro-affirming and have a special interest in this.
I also support parents and carers, helping families find more calm, connection, and joy in daily life.
Play Therapy offers children a way of expressing themselves through their natural form of communication - PLAY! My approach is child-led, always placing the child at the heart of their therapy. I am trauma informed, have extensive knowledge in child development and a grounding in pschoanalytic theory. I am neuro-affirming and have a special interest in this.
My practice allows you to talk about what is on your mind and what matters in your heart. Anxiety, ruminating thoughts, tricky emotions, sadness may put you in a dark or uncomfortable place. There are ways you can modulate your feelings and find ways to normalise your life again. I work with my clients to understand their thoughts, behaviours and the emotions that drive them. My clients bring issues such as anxiety, loss, stress, trauma, relationships and addictions to sessions. They seek answers, understanding, relief, resilience, coping strategies, solutions, peace of mind, acceptance, and compassion. What is it that you need?
My practice allows you to talk about what is on your mind and what matters in your heart. Anxiety, ruminating thoughts, tricky emotions, sadness may put you in a dark or uncomfortable place. There are ways you can modulate your feelings and find ways to normalise your life again. I work with my clients to understand their thoughts, behaviours and the emotions that drive them. My clients bring issues such as anxiety, loss, stress, trauma, relationships and addictions to sessions. They seek answers, understanding, relief, resilience, coping strategies, solutions, peace of mind, acceptance, and compassion. What is it that you need?
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.
When you know you can’t go on as you are, something needs to change. You might be feeling stuck in a relationship or a job which just isn’t working anymore. Maybe you’re faced with a big life transition and feel lost and uncertain about your future. All these issues show up as anxiety, depression, relationship problems and low self esteem. By raising your self-awareness I will help you explore these issues and find the root causes of the symptoms you're experiencing. For me, counselling is a vocation not a job and I am passionate about making a difference in people’s lives. I hope I can make a difference in yours.
When you know you can’t go on as you are, something needs to change. You might be feeling stuck in a relationship or a job which just isn’t working anymore. Maybe you’re faced with a big life transition and feel lost and uncertain about your future. All these issues show up as anxiety, depression, relationship problems and low self esteem. By raising your self-awareness I will help you explore these issues and find the root causes of the symptoms you're experiencing. For me, counselling is a vocation not a job and I am passionate about making a difference in people’s lives. I hope I can make a difference in yours.
My name is Ishpal and I am a Senior Counselling Psychologist and I offer individual and couple therapy. I have specialist experience in sexual health and HIV, as well as other long term health conditions, and sexual difficulties, depression and anxiety. I am an anti-racist psychologist and an active ally of the LGBTQ+ communities. I offer psychological therapy for individuals and couples and I work using an integrative approach, drawing on a number of theories, including: humanistic, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural, narrative, and psychosexual therapies.
My name is Ishpal and I am a Senior Counselling Psychologist and I offer individual and couple therapy. I have specialist experience in sexual health and HIV, as well as other long term health conditions, and sexual difficulties, depression and anxiety. I am an anti-racist psychologist and an active ally of the LGBTQ+ communities. I offer psychological therapy for individuals and couples and I work using an integrative approach, drawing on a number of theories, including: humanistic, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural, narrative, and psychosexual therapies.
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.
It may be that you have something specific you want to talk about, you may want to calm the negative thoughts that are going around your head or you may be looking to find help for someone you care about. Perhaps when you just want someone who will listen to you, a space to off-load where there is no worry about saying the wrong thing, the fear of being judged or where feeling like you are being an imposition. I am here to help you when you are ready to take the next step.
It may be that you have something specific you want to talk about, you may want to calm the negative thoughts that are going around your head or you may be looking to find help for someone you care about. Perhaps when you just want someone who will listen to you, a space to off-load where there is no worry about saying the wrong thing, the fear of being judged or where feeling like you are being an imposition. I am here to help you when you are ready to take the next step.
Nearby Parenting Counsellors Searches for Walton-on-Thames
- Addlestone
- Claygate
- Cobham
- East Molesey
- Esher
- Hampton
- Hampton Hill
- Shepperton
- Sunbury-on-Thames
- Teddington
- Thames Ditton
- Weybridge
Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.