Female Counselling in Watlington

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Alina Barrowcliff
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Therapy can help when life is tough. In these strange and difficult times you may be feeling anxious, troubled, sad, depressed, overwhelmed, stuck or unfulfilled. I offer a supportive, confidential and open-minded space to explore life's difficulties, confusions and uncertainties. A space to be heard, to speak, feel and think freely, perhaps for the first time. Existential therapy can help you face your struggles and understand the choices open to you. Working together our purpose is to realise new understandings and ways of being so you can live a richer more fulfilling life. No subject is off limits.
Therapy can help when life is tough. In these strange and difficult times you may be feeling anxious, troubled, sad, depressed, overwhelmed, stuck or unfulfilled. I offer a supportive, confidential and open-minded space to explore life's difficulties, confusions and uncertainties. A space to be heard, to speak, feel and think freely, perhaps for the first time. Existential therapy can help you face your struggles and understand the choices open to you. Working together our purpose is to realise new understandings and ways of being so you can live a richer more fulfilling life. No subject is off limits.
07427 547664 View 07427 547664
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Helen Decardi-Nelson
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Would you like support with difficult emotions, make sense of past or current experiences or understand your relationships better? I am an Integrative Counsellor with experience of individual counselling for adults, children and young people. I also offer Couples Counselling. People come to me for counselling for all kinds of reasons, including; anxiety, depression, enhancing self esteem and confidence, relationship difficulties, bereavement, loss, management of anger, as well as issues such as learning how to heal from traumatic and early life experiences.
Would you like support with difficult emotions, make sense of past or current experiences or understand your relationships better? I am an Integrative Counsellor with experience of individual counselling for adults, children and young people. I also offer Couples Counselling. People come to me for counselling for all kinds of reasons, including; anxiety, depression, enhancing self esteem and confidence, relationship difficulties, bereavement, loss, management of anger, as well as issues such as learning how to heal from traumatic and early life experiences.
07449 482127 View 07449 482127
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Chrysalis Therapy (Lisa MacDonald)
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Serves Area
We can all feel low and anxious from time to time depending on our life situation and/or previous experiences. However sometimes, feeling low and/or anxious can start to impact and interrupt our day to day lives and activities. Therefore, sometimes seeking help from a qualified professional can be helpful to explore the trigger for your mood and/or anxiety. As a committed, professional psychotherapist, your wellbeing is my number one priority. I am happy to guide, support and coach you, to make the choices and changes that will be beneficial for the maintenance of your wellbeing.
We can all feel low and anxious from time to time depending on our life situation and/or previous experiences. However sometimes, feeling low and/or anxious can start to impact and interrupt our day to day lives and activities. Therefore, sometimes seeking help from a qualified professional can be helpful to explore the trigger for your mood and/or anxiety. As a committed, professional psychotherapist, your wellbeing is my number one priority. I am happy to guide, support and coach you, to make the choices and changes that will be beneficial for the maintenance of your wellbeing.
01844 392824 View 01844 392824
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Phillippa Burton
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Phillippa and I have been working within mental health for nearly 20 years, and specialised in CBT for the last 10 years. I support young people and adults who are feeling low, or who feel very anxious and are overwhelmed by their worries. I work with a range of mental health problems including PTSD, OCD, social anxiety and phobias. CBT can also be of great benefit to those experiencing difficulties with low self-esteem or perfectionism. I bring my experience and training to help you change your relationship with anxiety and depression, and feel empowered and able to do things differently.
Hi, I'm Phillippa and I have been working within mental health for nearly 20 years, and specialised in CBT for the last 10 years. I support young people and adults who are feeling low, or who feel very anxious and are overwhelmed by their worries. I work with a range of mental health problems including PTSD, OCD, social anxiety and phobias. CBT can also be of great benefit to those experiencing difficulties with low self-esteem or perfectionism. I bring my experience and training to help you change your relationship with anxiety and depression, and feel empowered and able to do things differently.
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Dr Emily Bowder
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP
Online Only
I largely work with young people aged 16-30. I'm a University Counsellor and Specialist Mentor with expertise in anxiety, autism and eating disorders. I also work with under 30s in employment, with issues like managing new jobs/ living situations, low self- esteem, addiction, unexpected pregnancy, the impact of early family dynamics on current relationships, and questions of meaning and purpose in life. I want this to be a space for you to bring whatever's troubling you and find perspective, understanding and relief. When we gain insight into our patterns and question our habitual thoughts and responses, new ways forward can appear.
I largely work with young people aged 16-30. I'm a University Counsellor and Specialist Mentor with expertise in anxiety, autism and eating disorders. I also work with under 30s in employment, with issues like managing new jobs/ living situations, low self- esteem, addiction, unexpected pregnancy, the impact of early family dynamics on current relationships, and questions of meaning and purpose in life. I want this to be a space for you to bring whatever's troubling you and find perspective, understanding and relief. When we gain insight into our patterns and question our habitual thoughts and responses, new ways forward can appear.
0118 230 2582 View 0118 230 2582
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Johanne Wyld
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Serves Area
Making the decision to enter into psychotherapy can be an important step and my aim is to offer a confidential space to discuss your concerns. Psychotherapy can be an opportunity to talk through what feels difficult or problematic in life. Sometimes people have an idea about the nature of their difficulties, others are less sure. Talking with a therapist can help you to discover and make sense of what is leaving you feeling either stuck, lost, anxious, unhappy or overwhelmed.
Making the decision to enter into psychotherapy can be an important step and my aim is to offer a confidential space to discuss your concerns. Psychotherapy can be an opportunity to talk through what feels difficult or problematic in life. Sometimes people have an idea about the nature of their difficulties, others are less sure. Talking with a therapist can help you to discover and make sense of what is leaving you feeling either stuck, lost, anxious, unhappy or overwhelmed.
01962 673482 View 01962 673482
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I am a qualified therapist dedicated to supporting individuals with long-term health conditions through integrative counselling. My approach emphasizes empathy, understanding, and non-judgement, especially when supporting those dealing with dementia and other complex health issues. I also provide counselling support for carers and loved ones of individuals living with long-term health conditions. The stress experienced by carers is often underestimated, which can lead to burnout and adverse health effects.
I am a qualified therapist dedicated to supporting individuals with long-term health conditions through integrative counselling. My approach emphasizes empathy, understanding, and non-judgement, especially when supporting those dealing with dementia and other complex health issues. I also provide counselling support for carers and loved ones of individuals living with long-term health conditions. The stress experienced by carers is often underestimated, which can lead to burnout and adverse health effects.
01628 564368 View 01628 564368
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Trisha Crocker
Art Psychotherapist, PhD
As an Art Psychotherapist I work with women and teens with issues such as anxieties, neurodiversity, body image, and 'life'. I see students of art therapy from a large number of the universities as part of their training. I also offer supervision to therapists. As a Humanistic therapist I listen to the personal needs of each client and allow them space to think and make art and talk about their thoughts and feelings without judgement.
As an Art Psychotherapist I work with women and teens with issues such as anxieties, neurodiversity, body image, and 'life'. I see students of art therapy from a large number of the universities as part of their training. I also offer supervision to therapists. As a Humanistic therapist I listen to the personal needs of each client and allow them space to think and make art and talk about their thoughts and feelings without judgement.
023 9433 1903 View 023 9433 1903
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Justyna Kaminska
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Reading RG1
Hello and a warm welcome. My name is Justyna and I am an approved Counsellor and Psychotherapist, member of NCPS. I abide to their best practice, making sure that I deliver an effective and tailored to the clients’ specific needs sessions. I am a pluralistic counsellor, which means that I draw on variety of approaches and through shared- decision making I tailor the modality used throughout the sessions towards each and unique individual. Some of the areas I work with include: low self-esteem, low confidence, stress, anxiety, anger management, relationships issues, bereavement & loss. I work by creating a safe, compassionate,
Hello and a warm welcome. My name is Justyna and I am an approved Counsellor and Psychotherapist, member of NCPS. I abide to their best practice, making sure that I deliver an effective and tailored to the clients’ specific needs sessions. I am a pluralistic counsellor, which means that I draw on variety of approaches and through shared- decision making I tailor the modality used throughout the sessions towards each and unique individual. Some of the areas I work with include: low self-esteem, low confidence, stress, anxiety, anger management, relationships issues, bereavement & loss. I work by creating a safe, compassionate,
0118 230 2198 View 0118 230 2198
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Dr Lizzie Dunn
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I specialise in supporting people with eating disorders and offer online therapy available UK-wide. Winter Term Support - Reduced-fee spaces for young adults (18-25) struggling with eating difficulties or body image difficulties (4 spaces available). First 10 sessions £110 each (usually £130) when you start before January 12th, 2026 - Enquire now to secure a space. Struggling with thoughts and feelings around eating difficulties can feel overwhelming. I am an Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 13 years' experience supporting young people and adults with eating disorders, anxiety, low mood, perfectionism and low self-esteem.
I specialise in supporting people with eating disorders and offer online therapy available UK-wide. Winter Term Support - Reduced-fee spaces for young adults (18-25) struggling with eating difficulties or body image difficulties (4 spaces available). First 10 sessions £110 each (usually £130) when you start before January 12th, 2026 - Enquire now to secure a space. Struggling with thoughts and feelings around eating difficulties can feel overwhelming. I am an Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 13 years' experience supporting young people and adults with eating disorders, anxiety, low mood, perfectionism and low self-esteem.
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Dr Jennifer Mbanu
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I offer compassionate, trauma-informed support for personal growth and healing. I'll support you to not only recognise the ways in which trauma is impacting the ways you relate to yourself and others, but also to uncover new strengths and opportunities for personal growth beyond the challenges you've have faced. I have often found that understanding people's diagnoses and symptoms as responses to what they have lived through is valuable in helping them shed the self-blame they might carry. Often, people find themselves stuck in cycles of behaviour that no longer serve them, yet feel at a loss for how to make meaningful change.
I offer compassionate, trauma-informed support for personal growth and healing. I'll support you to not only recognise the ways in which trauma is impacting the ways you relate to yourself and others, but also to uncover new strengths and opportunities for personal growth beyond the challenges you've have faced. I have often found that understanding people's diagnoses and symptoms as responses to what they have lived through is valuable in helping them shed the self-blame they might carry. Often, people find themselves stuck in cycles of behaviour that no longer serve them, yet feel at a loss for how to make meaningful change.
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Dr Daria Bonanno
Psychologist, CPsychol
Luton LU4
I enjoy working with individuals, couples or families that are highly motivated to change or address any obstacles that affects their emotional wellbeing and potential. I have a breath of experience of working with people affected directly or indirectly by physical health problems from curative to end of life. My particular area of expertise is oncology. I also provide psychological assessments to individuals that wish to undergo cosmetic, elective or bariatric surgery.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples or families that are highly motivated to change or address any obstacles that affects their emotional wellbeing and potential. I have a breath of experience of working with people affected directly or indirectly by physical health problems from curative to end of life. My particular area of expertise is oncology. I also provide psychological assessments to individuals that wish to undergo cosmetic, elective or bariatric surgery.
01462 415923 View 01462 415923
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Lindsey Lucking
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Marlow SL7
Is there something preventing you from doing what you want or from behaving in the way that you want? Taking the next step to speak about experiences, thoughts, feelings, and deeply held beliefs is a game changing, reviving experience. Emotional stress can get in the way of your life, job, relationships and your future. Whether its anger, sadness, grief or anxiety, feeling disconnected can also lead to physical stress on your body. It’s often a solitary existence. Please feel free to contact me for an initial no-obligation online chat.
Is there something preventing you from doing what you want or from behaving in the way that you want? Taking the next step to speak about experiences, thoughts, feelings, and deeply held beliefs is a game changing, reviving experience. Emotional stress can get in the way of your life, job, relationships and your future. Whether its anger, sadness, grief or anxiety, feeling disconnected can also lead to physical stress on your body. It’s often a solitary existence. Please feel free to contact me for an initial no-obligation online chat.
020 4538 3791 View 020 4538 3791
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Teresa Udell Trauma Counsellor
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
There are times when we all need help in understanding the world around us and I can assist you to see things more clearly. My aim is to help you towards the realisation that you are able to make the best decisions for yourself, to enable you to cope in your day to day life. In my practice, I have helped clients overcome trauma, depression, and anxiety.
There are times when we all need help in understanding the world around us and I can assist you to see things more clearly. My aim is to help you towards the realisation that you are able to make the best decisions for yourself, to enable you to cope in your day to day life. In my practice, I have helped clients overcome trauma, depression, and anxiety.
07481 342670 View 07481 342670
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Clare McLaughlin
Counsellor, MBACP
Slough SL1
Welcome to my page. At times life can feel difficult and the feelings you experience can feel overwhelming. Counselling can offer a space for you to explore these difficulties and give some space for you to be able to work through these challenges to get a better understanding and sense of things. If you are here, you may be considering embarking on the journey of counselling. Taking the first steps towards therapy can feel daunting and you may have some feelings of uncertainty. I am here to help you through this. I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings.
Welcome to my page. At times life can feel difficult and the feelings you experience can feel overwhelming. Counselling can offer a space for you to explore these difficulties and give some space for you to be able to work through these challenges to get a better understanding and sense of things. If you are here, you may be considering embarking on the journey of counselling. Taking the first steps towards therapy can feel daunting and you may have some feelings of uncertainty. I am here to help you through this. I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings.
01628 965597 View 01628 965597
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Luiza Neumayer
Psychotherapist, MSc, HCPC-Couns. Psych.
Hello and welcome. I’m here to help you find the inner strengths you need to unblock what’s troubling you and move on with your life. My clients tell me I’m warm, kind and insightful – which is good, because my main aim is to offer a safe, welcoming place where you feel willing and able to consider making changes. Most of us aren’t used to reaching out for professional support. We’re brought up to think asking for help can be a sign of weakness. But whatever you’re facing, working together with a professional therapist can let you see a way forward.
Hello and welcome. I’m here to help you find the inner strengths you need to unblock what’s troubling you and move on with your life. My clients tell me I’m warm, kind and insightful – which is good, because my main aim is to offer a safe, welcoming place where you feel willing and able to consider making changes. Most of us aren’t used to reaching out for professional support. We’re brought up to think asking for help can be a sign of weakness. But whatever you’re facing, working together with a professional therapist can let you see a way forward.
020 3872 2526 View 020 3872 2526
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Maxine Hoskins
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Thatcham RG18
I believe we all have, in ourselves, the ability to work through our own problems; sometimes we just need the space, time and support to do it.  Talking through emotional turmoil, life experiences or life changes can help you gain clarity and a better understanding of yourself.   Sometimes talking to our friends and family can seem too daunting, often we can’t help wondering if we will be taken seriously and what they might think of us. We don’t want to worry them or think nobody will be interested.   What would it be like to talk without judgment or advice?  Someone who acts as a thinking partner.
I believe we all have, in ourselves, the ability to work through our own problems; sometimes we just need the space, time and support to do it.  Talking through emotional turmoil, life experiences or life changes can help you gain clarity and a better understanding of yourself.   Sometimes talking to our friends and family can seem too daunting, often we can’t help wondering if we will be taken seriously and what they might think of us. We don’t want to worry them or think nobody will be interested.   What would it be like to talk without judgment or advice?  Someone who acts as a thinking partner.
01635 015885 View 01635 015885
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Elizabeth Downing
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Online Only
If people often tell you to "lighten up" or "stop being so sensitive", you might find that you're always thinking and feel things deeply. You just seem to care too much and often feel overwhelmed or hurt. You may be worried that you don't really fit in and you’re so busy trying to please other people that you've lost touch with who you are, or you may be clear about who you are but are too ashamed to show it, and that leaves you lonely inside and afraid of rejection. You may wish that you weren't so sensitive and feel that it holds you back, or perhaps you find that you take on more than you can manage and then you end up exhausted.
If people often tell you to "lighten up" or "stop being so sensitive", you might find that you're always thinking and feel things deeply. You just seem to care too much and often feel overwhelmed or hurt. You may be worried that you don't really fit in and you’re so busy trying to please other people that you've lost touch with who you are, or you may be clear about who you are but are too ashamed to show it, and that leaves you lonely inside and afraid of rejection. You may wish that you weren't so sensitive and feel that it holds you back, or perhaps you find that you take on more than you can manage and then you end up exhausted.
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Blue River Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Hello, I am Dr Rima Lamba. I'm a feminist counselling psychologist with an interest in the unique experiences of women from a variety of ethnic and cultural backgrounds. I work closely with women who have struggled with self esteem & identity, relationship issues, difficulties in motherhood, life transitions, attachment and early trauma, and transgenerational trauma. I am particularly interested in the structural power differences that impact people, so I work closely on issues to do with patriarchy, race, culture and more. I also work with a team of therapists who can support clients, including adult families.
Hello, I am Dr Rima Lamba. I'm a feminist counselling psychologist with an interest in the unique experiences of women from a variety of ethnic and cultural backgrounds. I work closely with women who have struggled with self esteem & identity, relationship issues, difficulties in motherhood, life transitions, attachment and early trauma, and transgenerational trauma. I am particularly interested in the structural power differences that impact people, so I work closely on issues to do with patriarchy, race, culture and more. I also work with a team of therapists who can support clients, including adult families.
020 8129 6050 View 020 8129 6050
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Dr Olga Jelkina
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Hi there! My name is Olga, and I'm a chartered clinical psychologist with 10 years’ experience in helping people improve their mental health and navigate life's challenges. Are you struggling with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt or past trauma that's preventing you from living the life you want? You’re not alone, and more importantly, you don’t have to stay stuck. Whether you're dealing with overwhelming worry, painful memories, persistent sadness, or that inner critic telling you you're not enough - these challenges can be worked through, and you can find relief.
Hi there! My name is Olga, and I'm a chartered clinical psychologist with 10 years’ experience in helping people improve their mental health and navigate life's challenges. Are you struggling with anxiety, low mood, self-doubt or past trauma that's preventing you from living the life you want? You’re not alone, and more importantly, you don’t have to stay stuck. Whether you're dealing with overwhelming worry, painful memories, persistent sadness, or that inner critic telling you you're not enough - these challenges can be worked through, and you can find relief.
0118 230 6452 View 0118 230 6452
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.