Divorce Counselling in Welwyn Garden City

Sarah Buxton
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
My counselling practice offers a calm supportive space to help you navigate life's challenges with clarity and strength. I don't have any preconceived ideas about our therapy - I work with what you bring. I will help raise your awareness of where and how you feel stuck. Together we can find a way to help you move forward with confidence. I won't tell you what to do. I won't judge you. I really understand that life is difficult at times. Given that you are reading this now it's likely that life feels difficult at the moment. It takes courage to reach out and find support and I want to honour your courage.
My counselling practice offers a calm supportive space to help you navigate life's challenges with clarity and strength. I don't have any preconceived ideas about our therapy - I work with what you bring. I will help raise your awareness of where and how you feel stuck. Together we can find a way to help you move forward with confidence. I won't tell you what to do. I won't judge you. I really understand that life is difficult at times. Given that you are reading this now it's likely that life feels difficult at the moment. It takes courage to reach out and find support and I want to honour your courage.
01707 927727 View 01707 927727
CleoGatha Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
I am an empathetic psychotherapist who is passionate about supporting people with most mental health issues including g anxiety, depression, self esteem, confidence, suicidal ideation , self harm, eating disorder, panic attacks and phobias. Children always suffer from bullying in school and on social media as well as having friendship issues. I follow an integrative approach to counselling with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Person Centred Approach (Humanistic) and Psychodynamic Approach. The type of modality I use will depend on the issue presented. As a counsellor, I do not offer advice or talk about my experience.
I am an empathetic psychotherapist who is passionate about supporting people with most mental health issues including g anxiety, depression, self esteem, confidence, suicidal ideation , self harm, eating disorder, panic attacks and phobias. Children always suffer from bullying in school and on social media as well as having friendship issues. I follow an integrative approach to counselling with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Person Centred Approach (Humanistic) and Psychodynamic Approach. The type of modality I use will depend on the issue presented. As a counsellor, I do not offer advice or talk about my experience.
01438 907173 View 01438 907173
Angelica Davis
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming…You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, past trauma, difficult relationships, low self-esteem, or simply feeling lost and disconnected from yourself. Perhaps you've spent so long surviving that you've forgotten what it feels like to truly live. My aim is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you can show up exactly as you are. A space where you don't have to wear a mask, hide your emotions, or carry everything on your own. Whatever season of life you find yourself in, you are welcome here.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming…You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, past trauma, difficult relationships, low self-esteem, or simply feeling lost and disconnected from yourself. Perhaps you've spent so long surviving that you've forgotten what it feels like to truly live. My aim is to provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you can show up exactly as you are. A space where you don't have to wear a mask, hide your emotions, or carry everything on your own. Whatever season of life you find yourself in, you are welcome here.
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Emotional Healing Therapy
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
I love working with individuals who feel anxious, overwhelmed or “not like myself.” You may have tried coping tools or therapy that helped briefly but didn’t last. Work, sleep and relationships can feel harder; your mind won’t switch off; panic or numbness shows up out of the blue. I help by slowing everything down, building safety and making sense of what shaped these patterns. We work at the emotional root - not just symptoms - so your system can settle. Over time, clients notice a calmer baseline, clearer boundaries, and more ease and self‑trust in daily life.
I love working with individuals who feel anxious, overwhelmed or “not like myself.” You may have tried coping tools or therapy that helped briefly but didn’t last. Work, sleep and relationships can feel harder; your mind won’t switch off; panic or numbness shows up out of the blue. I help by slowing everything down, building safety and making sense of what shaped these patterns. We work at the emotional root - not just symptoms - so your system can settle. Over time, clients notice a calmer baseline, clearer boundaries, and more ease and self‑trust in daily life.
07480 486829 View 07480 486829
Yvonne Mountain
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I am an experienced BACP registered Psychodynamic Counsellor. My approach is warm, grounded and compassionate. I aim to create a therapeutic relationship where you feel able to talk openly and share your difficulties, without judgement, at a pace that is right for you. I work with a range of issues including but not limited to: trauma, depression, disordered eating, abuse, anxiety and low self-esteem. Whatever brings you to therapy, I offer a space to think, feel and explore what may be going on and to support you in developing a deeper understanding of yourself which will enable you to move forward with your life.
I am an experienced BACP registered Psychodynamic Counsellor. My approach is warm, grounded and compassionate. I aim to create a therapeutic relationship where you feel able to talk openly and share your difficulties, without judgement, at a pace that is right for you. I work with a range of issues including but not limited to: trauma, depression, disordered eating, abuse, anxiety and low self-esteem. Whatever brings you to therapy, I offer a space to think, feel and explore what may be going on and to support you in developing a deeper understanding of yourself which will enable you to move forward with your life.
01582 377489 View 01582 377489
Renata Harris
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Hello, I'm Renata. I am a Psychologist and Psychotherapist 20 years, and a BPS supervisor. I had extensive personal therapy myself. I aim to equip you with skills and self-acceptance to heal. I offer NICE recommended, holistic and relational therapy to get your life back on track, in a safe and validating space. I have worked in the NHS as a Psychology Lead for over 15 years. I have experience in working with most mental health diagnoses, eating disorders, neurodiversity (ADHD/ASD), addiction, bereavement, anxiety, low mood, stress, family and marital problems, issues with anger, self-esteem, trauma/PTSD. I speak English and Polish.
Hello, I'm Renata. I am a Psychologist and Psychotherapist 20 years, and a BPS supervisor. I had extensive personal therapy myself. I aim to equip you with skills and self-acceptance to heal. I offer NICE recommended, holistic and relational therapy to get your life back on track, in a safe and validating space. I have worked in the NHS as a Psychology Lead for over 15 years. I have experience in working with most mental health diagnoses, eating disorders, neurodiversity (ADHD/ASD), addiction, bereavement, anxiety, low mood, stress, family and marital problems, issues with anger, self-esteem, trauma/PTSD. I speak English and Polish.
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Ricky Mark Western
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You are here because something in your life does not feel how you want it to or maybe how it used to. There is hope in you that you can feel differently or work out what it is you are looking for, or maybe find yourself again. Maybe you just need somewhere to talk confidentially and to feel understood.
You are here because something in your life does not feel how you want it to or maybe how it used to. There is hope in you that you can feel differently or work out what it is you are looking for, or maybe find yourself again. Maybe you just need somewhere to talk confidentially and to feel understood.
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Mariangela Milioto
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Serves Area
Want to explore what's brought you to therapy in a safe, compassionate, non-judgemental setting? I'm an Integrative psychotherapist - the essence of my practice is to work with you transparently and with warmth, empathy, humour and gentle challenge.  Perhaps you’re struggling - feeling alone and isolated.  Maybe you’re overwhelmed, depressed, burnt out or anxious.  It could be that what you’re experiencing isn’t any of these - maybe you don't feel yourself and you don’t know why.  If you’re experiencing any of these feelings, sharing your burden through counselling can help.
Want to explore what's brought you to therapy in a safe, compassionate, non-judgemental setting? I'm an Integrative psychotherapist - the essence of my practice is to work with you transparently and with warmth, empathy, humour and gentle challenge.  Perhaps you’re struggling - feeling alone and isolated.  Maybe you’re overwhelmed, depressed, burnt out or anxious.  It could be that what you’re experiencing isn’t any of these - maybe you don't feel yourself and you don’t know why.  If you’re experiencing any of these feelings, sharing your burden through counselling can help.
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Ieva Watson
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
Living with OCD and low self-esteem can feel exhausting. You might find yourself caught up in OCD rituals or compulsive behaviours, unable to enjoy the things you once loved. On the outside, you put on a brave face, but inside you may be fighting a quiet battle of fear, self-doubt, and constant self-criticism. It can feel as though no one truly understands — leaving you lonely, ashamed, and searching for the right support. Therapy for OCD and low self-esteem can help you find relief, rebuild confidence, and begin moving toward the life you want.
Living with OCD and low self-esteem can feel exhausting. You might find yourself caught up in OCD rituals or compulsive behaviours, unable to enjoy the things you once loved. On the outside, you put on a brave face, but inside you may be fighting a quiet battle of fear, self-doubt, and constant self-criticism. It can feel as though no one truly understands — leaving you lonely, ashamed, and searching for the right support. Therapy for OCD and low self-esteem can help you find relief, rebuild confidence, and begin moving toward the life you want.
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Accredited Therapist & Clinical Supervisor
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I’m an Accredited Integrative Therapist (MBACP) and Clinical Supervisor with eleven years of experience supporting adults through a wide range of emotional, relational, and psychological challenges. My work is grounded in the belief that therapy should feel safe, steady, and genuinely supportive. I offer a calm, consistent space where you can explore what’s been overwhelming, understand yourself more deeply, and begin to move forward with clarity and confidence. My integrative approach means I draw from several therapeutic models, adapting them to suit your needs rather than expecting you to fit a single method. At the heart of my
I’m an Accredited Integrative Therapist (MBACP) and Clinical Supervisor with eleven years of experience supporting adults through a wide range of emotional, relational, and psychological challenges. My work is grounded in the belief that therapy should feel safe, steady, and genuinely supportive. I offer a calm, consistent space where you can explore what’s been overwhelming, understand yourself more deeply, and begin to move forward with clarity and confidence. My integrative approach means I draw from several therapeutic models, adapting them to suit your needs rather than expecting you to fit a single method. At the heart of my
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Alison Ryan
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, miserable or unable to live the life you want? It can be difficult to make positive changes sometimes. You know you would like things to be different, but it's hard to know where to start. I offer a warm, compassionate, and open approach to understand what you would like to be different. and what is keeping things stuck. Working together with you, I use a range of evidence based approaches to help you move forwards in living the life you want.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, miserable or unable to live the life you want? It can be difficult to make positive changes sometimes. You know you would like things to be different, but it's hard to know where to start. I offer a warm, compassionate, and open approach to understand what you would like to be different. and what is keeping things stuck. Working together with you, I use a range of evidence based approaches to help you move forwards in living the life you want.
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Alison Matthews
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Are you feeling out of balance or unsure why you're struggling with anxiety, low mood, anger, or low self-esteem? You may be coping with a loss, a relationship breakdown, a traumatic experience, or finding it difficult to communicate how you're feeling. These experiences can leave you feeling alone, overwhelmed or confused - and seeking support can be an important first step.
Are you feeling out of balance or unsure why you're struggling with anxiety, low mood, anger, or low self-esteem? You may be coping with a loss, a relationship breakdown, a traumatic experience, or finding it difficult to communicate how you're feeling. These experiences can leave you feeling alone, overwhelmed or confused - and seeking support can be an important first step.
01727 326968 View 01727 326968
Sharon Twydell
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Is life feeling tough at the moment? Is everyday feeling the same . .. are you just getting up and pushing through? Do you feel you are not good enough, and compare yourself to others? Are you worried about world events and how they may impact you? We can work on your overwhelm, figure out what is beneath it all and why you are feeling this way. We can work on how you would like your life to look and what is stopping it from feeling ok now. We'll work totally in the present or we can look back at your past to see if patterns are emerging and triggering you. I can help you unpick all of this at your own pace and in confidence.
Is life feeling tough at the moment? Is everyday feeling the same . .. are you just getting up and pushing through? Do you feel you are not good enough, and compare yourself to others? Are you worried about world events and how they may impact you? We can work on your overwhelm, figure out what is beneath it all and why you are feeling this way. We can work on how you would like your life to look and what is stopping it from feeling ok now. We'll work totally in the present or we can look back at your past to see if patterns are emerging and triggering you. I can help you unpick all of this at your own pace and in confidence.
01727 648477 View 01727 648477
Nicola Borthwick
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I have extensive training/experience in the areas of autistic spectrum condition, couples therapy (as well as those who have taken the decision to separate/ divorce, where you can agree on the practical issues, before engaging a solicitor), loss/bereavement and adoption.
Hello, my name is Nicola and I'm an Integrative counsellor. This means that I can integrate a range of counselling approaches tailored to your needs, to help you find a way through your difficulties so that you find your own solutions. This includes the following types of counselling: Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA)/Communication. I am an accredited member of NCPS and a member of BACP, in addition I am also a qualified Community Co-ordinator in a large N. London college. I have worked in this sector for almost 30 years and offer training in mental health including Mindfulness.
I have extensive training/experience in the areas of autistic spectrum condition, couples therapy (as well as those who have taken the decision to separate/ divorce, where you can agree on the practical issues, before engaging a solicitor), loss/bereavement and adoption.
Hello, my name is Nicola and I'm an Integrative counsellor. This means that I can integrate a range of counselling approaches tailored to your needs, to help you find a way through your difficulties so that you find your own solutions. This includes the following types of counselling: Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA)/Communication. I am an accredited member of NCPS and a member of BACP, in addition I am also a qualified Community Co-ordinator in a large N. London college. I have worked in this sector for almost 30 years and offer training in mental health including Mindfulness.
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Arti Hughes
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My team and I have the BEST google rated psychology practice in Hertfordshire! We have successfully helped 100’s of clients. I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural therapist and Accredited Interpersonal Practitioner. We are friendly & professional practice. We treat Depression, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Intrusive thoughts, Social anxiety, Panic attacks, Phobias, Excessive worry/ overwhelmed with anxiety, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Health anxiety, Perfectionism, Body dysmorphic disorders (BDD), Eating disorders, Phobias, Agoraphobia, Low self-confidence, & LTC’s. Call now for a free phone consultation!
My team and I have the BEST google rated psychology practice in Hertfordshire! We have successfully helped 100’s of clients. I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural therapist and Accredited Interpersonal Practitioner. We are friendly & professional practice. We treat Depression, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Intrusive thoughts, Social anxiety, Panic attacks, Phobias, Excessive worry/ overwhelmed with anxiety, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Health anxiety, Perfectionism, Body dysmorphic disorders (BDD), Eating disorders, Phobias, Agoraphobia, Low self-confidence, & LTC’s. Call now for a free phone consultation!
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Lucy Shaw
Psychotherapist, BPC
Serves Area
I understand it can be hard to approach therapy for the first time, or maybe you are currently in need of support during an uncertain time or are feeling distressed. It can feel difficult knowing where to start. We would work together to explore your feelings, thoughts and behaviours so you can better understand yourself and others. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy can support you and give you understanding about your emotional responses to life events and insight to help cope in times of stress. I offer a safe and confidential space, where you can begin to make sense of your feelings and to identify how you would like to move forward.
I understand it can be hard to approach therapy for the first time, or maybe you are currently in need of support during an uncertain time or are feeling distressed. It can feel difficult knowing where to start. We would work together to explore your feelings, thoughts and behaviours so you can better understand yourself and others. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy can support you and give you understanding about your emotional responses to life events and insight to help cope in times of stress. I offer a safe and confidential space, where you can begin to make sense of your feelings and to identify how you would like to move forward.
01727 222209 View 01727 222209
Hazel Huismans
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Therapy for Life Changes, Grief & Relationships. Many people come to therapy during periods of change or uncertainty. A relationship may have ended, work may feel overwhelming, or a loss may have altered the shape of life. Others arrive with a quieter sense that something no longer feels right. I work with adults navigating experiences such as relationship difficulties, grief, family changes, career transitions and questions about identity or direction. Therapy offers a thoughtful and supportive space to reflect on these experiences, understand emotional patterns and reconnect with a clearer sense of self.
Therapy for Life Changes, Grief & Relationships. Many people come to therapy during periods of change or uncertainty. A relationship may have ended, work may feel overwhelming, or a loss may have altered the shape of life. Others arrive with a quieter sense that something no longer feels right. I work with adults navigating experiences such as relationship difficulties, grief, family changes, career transitions and questions about identity or direction. Therapy offers a thoughtful and supportive space to reflect on these experiences, understand emotional patterns and reconnect with a clearer sense of self.
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Valley Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Problems are personal, bereavement, depression, stress, relationship breakdowns and anxiety can all feel unbearable and isolating. The reasons for seeking counselling or psychotherapy are as unique and varied as we are. Sometimes we have an idea of what is annoying or upsetting us. Sometimes we struggle to understand issues that darken our days. We might enter a cycle of blame or self-loathing in which we get lost, finding it difficult to move forwards in our lives.
Problems are personal, bereavement, depression, stress, relationship breakdowns and anxiety can all feel unbearable and isolating. The reasons for seeking counselling or psychotherapy are as unique and varied as we are. Sometimes we have an idea of what is annoying or upsetting us. Sometimes we struggle to understand issues that darken our days. We might enter a cycle of blame or self-loathing in which we get lost, finding it difficult to move forwards in our lives.
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Rachel Marfleet
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years experience working with children, adults and families. I have worked in the NHS at Great Ormond Street Hospital, Nottingham Children’s Hospital, and Sheffield Children’s Hospital, and currently work in the NHS with adults with cancer. I am an associate member of the Institute of Narrative Therapy.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years experience working with children, adults and families. I have worked in the NHS at Great Ormond Street Hospital, Nottingham Children’s Hospital, and Sheffield Children’s Hospital, and currently work in the NHS with adults with cancer. I am an associate member of the Institute of Narrative Therapy.
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Hannah Rachel Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
There are several reasons why people decide to come to therapy, you may feel stuck, have experienced recent loss or change, want to gain understanding of certain behaviours or generally do not feel like you are living the life you want to.
There are several reasons why people decide to come to therapy, you may feel stuck, have experienced recent loss or change, want to gain understanding of certain behaviours or generally do not feel like you are living the life you want to.
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Divorce Counsellors
How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?
Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.

What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?
There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioural, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioural therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.

When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?
When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.

How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.