Bereavement Counselling in Watford

I am an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist. I consider it of utmost importance that we build a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship within which you can feel safe and trusting enough to discuss and explore whatever is going on for you. I am here to listen and will not judge what you have to say. I'm here to help you feel better by making sense of the things that you think and feel and to empower you to make your own choices about how you move forward in your life. You can trust that I will act in your best interests at all times and adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.

Have you lately been thinking that it is time for YOU? That YOU would like to talk about what it's going on for you and be listened to? Is counselling right for YOU? As a talking therapy, counselling provides you with a safe and confidential environment where you are able to talk about your difficulties, personalise the solutions to your own problems and make decisions that are right for you. By creating a trusting and open relationship we can work together in focusing on your concerns, exploring what they mean to you and their impact on your life and finding ways to manage them more adequately.

At times when life feels unpredictable, overwhelming, confusing or you feel alone and unsure, you may need someone to, not only listen to you, but to really hear you. I am a qualified psychotherapist and psychodynamic counsellor. I am a member of the BACP. I have a wealth of experience in working with anxiety and depression, bereavement , trauma, LGBTQ+ and more. I invite you into a space which enables you to think about, explore, and talk about your feelings in a congruent and authentic manner, without fear of judgement.

Hi there, In this up and down world which can sometimes feel like an out of control roller coaster, I offer a place of stability and safety; a space to be fully you but where you can wrestle with life’s challenges and its impact upon you. As a therapist with over 20 years of experience, I offer a set of skills that can make a real difference and bring you hope in the now. In my varied career as a therapist I have worked with thousands of people with all sorts of presenting issues. I love my work. I have also been a lecturer, trainer and continue to also work supervising other junior therapists.

I am a warm & friendly Counsellor & Psychotherapist with experience in working with both young people (13-18 years old) and adults, including University & FE students. I offer support for a range of emotional needs, including Depression and Anxiety. I am passionate about supporting people with issues around Food & Body Image, Bereavement , Loss and Trauma.

Counselling is a confidential, safe space where the client is encouraged to think and talk about their inner most feelings without feeling judged. My role as your counsellor would be to help you manage these feelings and explore them to a much deeper level whilst giving you the autonomy to help you find your own personal solutions. An initial meeting/conversation will give us both an opportunity to see if we feel comfortable working together. Counselling can sometimes be a long and painful process, but with my help and experience I hope to help you process your thoughts and feelings in a safe space that is just for you.

Depression, anxiety and grief can really take it out of you - leave you feeling like a shadow of your former self, drain your energy and your self-confidence, and make you feel like you can never feel happy again. I want to use my counselling skills and experience to help you to build yourself back up until you feel like there's nothing you can't manage, no matter what life throws at you.

At times we need a place, independent of family & friends, to explore any fears/anxieties we have. Do you have a safe space to explore how your feeling? How can I help? I offer a safe, confidential & non-judgemental space for you to do so talking through any issues you may have. My expertise is extensive, working with issues that affect you emotionally e.g. Abuse, Anxiety/Worrying, Bereavement , Depression, PTSD, Domestic Violence, Self-esteem/Confidence, Low Moods & Self-harm. This makes me unique and experienced to work successfully with clients to overcome these setbacks and to build upon your inner resources to move forward.

I have worked in Health & Fitness Education for 16 years and feel passionately about the link between mental and physical well-being. I am committed to continuous professional development and believe that we never stop learning. I have had many years of personal therapy and can speak from experience about the life changing benefits that have been brought about. I have a private therapy practise, working with clients who experience a number of issues such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, OCD, phobias, bereavement and relationship issues

Often in our lives there are many obstacles which can leave you feeling overwhelmed and not coping as well as you'd like to. Before you know it, you find yourself unhappy or anxious, with an inner voice spurting unhelpful thoughts, full of doubt and just not feeling right in yourself. You might be fed up with the past playing in your mind, unresolved loss or hurt, unable to let go and impacting your life and relationships now and feel a million miles away from the person that you want to be. I also conduct relationship therapy for couples, whether you're looking to resolve or separate.

I understand that contemplating counselling can be a daunting experience, but I want to reassure you I am able to offer a safe non-judgemental space for you to explore your emotions and feeling. You may wish to explore issues that have been present in your life for a long time; in your home, childhood, relationships, work, family, or it may be a recent event or trauma. Whatever the reason you are seeking counselling I can guide you to build greater trust in yourself, build self-esteem, raise your self-awareness, and increase motivation to take back control of your life. I work at your pace in a confidential supportive setting.

Counselling is about investing time in yourself and people seek counselling for many different reasons. You may be experiencing unwanted thoughts and feelings that are having a negative impact on your life or have specific issues you wish to talk about that are affecting you. Sometimes we repeat old patterns of behaviour that affect our relationships and every day lives. I have particular experience in childhood trauma, domestic abuse, anxiety, depression, addiction and stress at work. Please give me a call or message for a free phone consultation to discuss how I can help you.

I am a qualified integrative counsellor, offering individuals a safe and confidential place for support and exploration. I believe that a respectful and non-judgmental environment is crucial to therapy, this is an essential element of the way I work. I always welcome whole authentic feelings from my clients, without putting a negative label on them. In order to explore overwhelming feelings such as: guilt, depression, anxiety, anger, loss , self-harm etc. without feeling judged, trust needs to be present. The decision to come to counselling is a courageous step - facing our difficulties is never easy but can be liberating.

At times, life can throw us curve balls, and although we've dealt with some of the most trying times, where we've managed to muddle through in the face of adversity, there are times in life where we start feeling stuck, anxious, low and unmotivated. Sometimes all we need is a sounding board to let out our frustrations when no-one else seems to understand and other-times we need help finding our answers on how to move forward. Whether its old patterns that keep repeating themselves or unexpected events which throw you off course, we all need a helping hand in our journey

Sometimes life’s challenges can feel like too much to handle alone. At those times it can help to have someone professional to talk to in confidence - I offer an understanding, supportive space in which we can work through lifes challenges together. My approach to psychotherapy is both affirming and challenging; supporting you to feel valued and heard whilst enabling you to move past avoidance and fear. I can help you explore elements of your life that are unsatisfactory and work towards making changes and choices that are more true to who you are now.

I am a UKCP Registered counsellor and Psychotherapist, I have 18 years in mental health and 19 yrs working with adults and young adults. I work with a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, bereavement , loss , low self esteem, sadness, low mood, life/work balance, work related issues, anger, confidence and many more.

Counselling can help bring clarity where there is confusion, resolve past issues, change behaviours and improve relationships. I work particularly effectively with couples, providing you and your partner with a safe and emphatic space to assist you in exploring the difficult issues you're facing in your relationship, whatever your age, gender or sexual orientation. This includes individually tailored sessions, regular relationship maintenance and relationship improvement sessions.

There are times when life can feel like an uphill struggle. Are you feeling anxious but not sure why? Struggling with relationships or overwhelming feelings of sadness or anger? Maybe aspects from your past or repeated childhood patterns and behaviours are preventing you from moving on? You may have experienced a loss or a bereavement . Sometimes we can be faced with challenges in life that prevent us from coping with everyday situations, resulting in a negative impact on our well being and creating issues such as anxiety, panic disorder, depression or low self esteem.

I wish you during these extraordinary times of Covid - and any other challenges - the very best for yourself and those close to you. My practice is open by for in person and video sessions. I am here for you to talk about your emotional, psychological and spiritual/transpersonal and mindfulness issues. I taught at Universities and present at conferences. With 25+ years of practice I offer you a fully confidential space to explore your feelings and thoughts e.g. about anxiety, depression, suicide, relationships, boredom, death and dying, and meaning in life. And I am here for you for any other issue you wish to talk about.