Female Counselling in Welwyn, ENG

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Dr Sabina Mazoruk
Psychologist, HCPC - Health Psych.
Verified Verified
Welwyn AL6
Hi, I'm Sabina. I am a chartered and HCPC accredited Health Psychologist and BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with several years of experience in mental healh services. I currently hold a senior position in the NHS, and also work in a small private practice in Welwyn, Hertfordhire, and online. I work with a variety of difficulties including stress, emotional dysregulation, relational issues, chronic pain, eating disorders, OCD, trauma, anxiety, addictions, low mood and depression.
Hi, I'm Sabina. I am a chartered and HCPC accredited Health Psychologist and BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with several years of experience in mental healh services. I currently hold a senior position in the NHS, and also work in a small private practice in Welwyn, Hertfordhire, and online. I work with a variety of difficulties including stress, emotional dysregulation, relational issues, chronic pain, eating disorders, OCD, trauma, anxiety, addictions, low mood and depression.
01438 576925 View 01438 576925
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Nicola Borthwick
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Welwyn AL6
Hello, my name is Nicola and I am 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 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 NCS and a member of BACP, in addition I am also a qualified Adult Community Co-ordinator in Further Education. I have worked in this sector for almost 30 years and offer training in Mental Health including Mindfulness.
Hello, my name is Nicola and I am 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 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 NCS and a member of BACP, in addition I am also a qualified Adult Community Co-ordinator in Further Education. I have worked in this sector for almost 30 years and offer training in Mental Health including Mindfulness.
07480 537495 View 07480 537495
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Dr Malgorzata Anna Bielawska
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Welwyn AL6
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, emotional or relationship difficulties, bereavement, trauma or any other mental health problem, then finding the right help is important. I have over ten years of experience working as a psychologist. I have been trained in a range of therapeutic interventions and am able to tailor treatment based on individual need. I specialize in working with people experiencing significant emotional issues and/or distress which can get in the way of pursuing their goals and living a valued and meaningful life.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, emotional or relationship difficulties, bereavement, trauma or any other mental health problem, then finding the right help is important. I have over ten years of experience working as a psychologist. I have been trained in a range of therapeutic interventions and am able to tailor treatment based on individual need. I specialize in working with people experiencing significant emotional issues and/or distress which can get in the way of pursuing their goals and living a valued and meaningful life.
01438 584528 View 01438 584528
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Hitchin & Welwyn Psychotherapy Practice
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Welwyn AL6
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am a qualified and experienced Psychotherapist and Counsellor.  I work with a range of issues such as: anxiety and depression, trauma, self-harm, addiction, relationship and family issues, stress and self-esteem, sexuality and emotional issues, issues with self image.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am a qualified and experienced Psychotherapist and Counsellor.  I work with a range of issues such as: anxiety and depression, trauma, self-harm, addiction, relationship and family issues, stress and self-esteem, sexuality and emotional issues, issues with self image.
01462 547045 View 01462 547045
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Renata Harris
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Welwyn AL6
Hello, I'm Renata. I am a Psychologist and Psychotherapist (17+ 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 in an eating disorders service for over 10 years. I have experience in working with most mental health diagnoses as well as neurodiversity, addiction, bereavement, anxiety, low mood, stress, family and marital problems, issues with anger, self-esteem, and relational issues.
Hello, I'm Renata. I am a Psychologist and Psychotherapist (17+ 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 in an eating disorders service for over 10 years. I have experience in working with most mental health diagnoses as well as neurodiversity, addiction, bereavement, anxiety, low mood, stress, family and marital problems, issues with anger, self-esteem, and relational issues.
01582 377599 View 01582 377599
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Louise Southwell
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Welwyn AL6
Do you suffer with anxiety, find yourself always worrying, feeling overwhelmed and on edge and perhaps struggling to sleep. Or maybe you are feeling low, unable to motivate yourself, and finding it hard to engage in activities and live a meaningful life, all possibly by questioning your self worth and doubting yourself. All of these areas would benefit from CBT therapy, mindfulness therapies.
Do you suffer with anxiety, find yourself always worrying, feeling overwhelmed and on edge and perhaps struggling to sleep. Or maybe you are feeling low, unable to motivate yourself, and finding it hard to engage in activities and live a meaningful life, all possibly by questioning your self worth and doubting yourself. All of these areas would benefit from CBT therapy, mindfulness therapies.
01279 598947 View 01279 598947
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Jenny Henshaw
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Welwyn AL6
I believe being heard without judgement can be nurturing, empowering and a precursor to change. I have a passion for connecting with people and entering their unique internal world, exploring together. I provide a safe, confidential and kind space.
I believe being heard without judgement can be nurturing, empowering and a precursor to change. I have a passion for connecting with people and entering their unique internal world, exploring together. I provide a safe, confidential and kind space.
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Kate Lewis
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Welwyn AL6
Hello and welcome. Are you suffering from anxiety, depression or both? Something needs to change, but you are not sure what? Are you finding it difficult to get through the day without breaking down? Not sleeping, low or panicked mood? Perhaps you are wondering whether past experiences are affecting your day-to-day life. Whatever has brought you here today, I want you to know that this is a safe and confidential space where you can freely explore your emotions without fear of judgment. In therapy, we can explore your past and present experiences, create a sense of safety, and work through any emotional pain.
Hello and welcome. Are you suffering from anxiety, depression or both? Something needs to change, but you are not sure what? Are you finding it difficult to get through the day without breaking down? Not sleeping, low or panicked mood? Perhaps you are wondering whether past experiences are affecting your day-to-day life. Whatever has brought you here today, I want you to know that this is a safe and confidential space where you can freely explore your emotions without fear of judgment. In therapy, we can explore your past and present experiences, create a sense of safety, and work through any emotional pain.
01707 954077 View 01707 954077
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Dr Kez Salaheddin
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Welwyn AL6
Welcome! I'm Dr Kez Salaheddin, registered Clinical Psychologist & I have over 10yrs experience working across the NHS & private sector. Everyone's journey through therapy is unique & very personal, you may have a clear idea of what you want to address, or you may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed or feel that things generally are not going the way you expected to in life. My approach is NOT to see you through a diagnostic label, but to offer you a safe space where you can develop skills, a deeper understanding of yourself, your relationships & process experiences (past or present).
Welcome! I'm Dr Kez Salaheddin, registered Clinical Psychologist & I have over 10yrs experience working across the NHS & private sector. Everyone's journey through therapy is unique & very personal, you may have a clear idea of what you want to address, or you may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed or feel that things generally are not going the way you expected to in life. My approach is NOT to see you through a diagnostic label, but to offer you a safe space where you can develop skills, a deeper understanding of yourself, your relationships & process experiences (past or present).
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Dawn Gregory
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Welwyn Garden City AL7
I am a warm, friendly person and a good listener. I have a very empathic understanding and vast experiences from my own personal life. This has shaped me to be the person I am today. Things from our childhoods and certain traumas, can have us acting out behaviours that can be damaging to us. I have experience working with relationship breakdowns, alcohol addiction, depression, anxiety and self harm. I have worked with adolescents and adults of all disabilities. I've worked a great deal with confidence building and low self-esteem. I can help you recognise these behaviours and what triggers them.
I am a warm, friendly person and a good listener. I have a very empathic understanding and vast experiences from my own personal life. This has shaped me to be the person I am today. Things from our childhoods and certain traumas, can have us acting out behaviours that can be damaging to us. I have experience working with relationship breakdowns, alcohol addiction, depression, anxiety and self harm. I have worked with adolescents and adults of all disabilities. I've worked a great deal with confidence building and low self-esteem. I can help you recognise these behaviours and what triggers them.
01438 300453 View 01438 300453
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Sarah Lock
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Welwyn Garden City AL7
I am a counsellor with over 20 years’ experience, working with victims of domestic violence and abuse, bereavement, parents who have suffered a neo natal death, stillbirth, termination of pregnancy and IVF, depression and anxiety, eating disorders, marital and relationship problems, childhood abuse and trauma. I understand how it feels to have had the cards stacked against you throughout your life; how it feels to have a whole set of unhealthy coping mechanisms that need to be firmly challenged before they can change; how it can feel that what people see on the outside is not who you feel yourself to be on the inside.
I am a counsellor with over 20 years’ experience, working with victims of domestic violence and abuse, bereavement, parents who have suffered a neo natal death, stillbirth, termination of pregnancy and IVF, depression and anxiety, eating disorders, marital and relationship problems, childhood abuse and trauma. I understand how it feels to have had the cards stacked against you throughout your life; how it feels to have a whole set of unhealthy coping mechanisms that need to be firmly challenged before they can change; how it can feel that what people see on the outside is not who you feel yourself to be on the inside.
01707 241884 View 01707 241884
Photo of Teresa Pacchiega, MSc, MUKCP, Psychotherapist
Teresa Pacchiega
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Welwyn Garden City AL7
I have over twenty-five years of experience working with individuals, couples and families with a variety of difficulties including relationship strains; life transitions; intense and difficult emotions and experiences; issues around identity, mental health problems and life-long conditions
I have over twenty-five years of experience working with individuals, couples and families with a variety of difficulties including relationship strains; life transitions; intense and difficult emotions and experiences; issues around identity, mental health problems and life-long conditions
01582 377872 View 01582 377872
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Mariette Bothma
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Welwyn Garden City AL8
Do you struggle with your emotions? Or are you struggling in your relationships, whether this is at work, or in your personal life? Or maybe you have experienced a trauma that you have not worked through? Or perhaps you suffer from depression or an anxiety disorder? I offer a safe and compassionate space, where you can contemplate all of these difficulties and reach a deeper understanding of yourself, as well as develop strategies to manage your difficulties. In working with me, you will also be helped to feel more anchored to your values and how you want to show up in your life.
Do you struggle with your emotions? Or are you struggling in your relationships, whether this is at work, or in your personal life? Or maybe you have experienced a trauma that you have not worked through? Or perhaps you suffer from depression or an anxiety disorder? I offer a safe and compassionate space, where you can contemplate all of these difficulties and reach a deeper understanding of yourself, as well as develop strategies to manage your difficulties. In working with me, you will also be helped to feel more anchored to your values and how you want to show up in your life.
01438 584573 View 01438 584573
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Lizzie Mitchell
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Welwyn Garden City AL7
I am a psychotherapist that specialises in working with children and adolescents. Is your child struggling with anxiety, low mood, managing their emotions or attending school? I also specialise in offering mental health support to children and adolescents with an ASD or ADHD diagnosis. My goal is to provide timely and individualised private therapy, helping your child navigate these complexities, by fostering resilience and empowering both you and your child.
I am a psychotherapist that specialises in working with children and adolescents. Is your child struggling with anxiety, low mood, managing their emotions or attending school? I also specialise in offering mental health support to children and adolescents with an ASD or ADHD diagnosis. My goal is to provide timely and individualised private therapy, helping your child navigate these complexities, by fostering resilience and empowering both you and your child.
01462 412417 View 01462 412417
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Rachel Marfleet
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Welwyn Garden City AL8  (Online Only)
Working creatively and playfully to make therapy engaging is an important part of my practice. I have a specialist interest in working with children and families and exploring relationships. I am an associate member of the Institute of Narrative Therapy and bring these ideas fo my work.
Working creatively and playfully to make therapy engaging is an important part of my practice. I have a specialist interest in working with children and families and exploring relationships. I am an associate member of the Institute of Narrative Therapy and bring these ideas fo my work.
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Amy Engleman
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Welwyn Garden City AL7
Are you upset and overwhelmed by relationships, work situations, family issues? That sense of panic and over thinking where your body feels stressed & the anxiety rockets? Did something happen that you have not shared with anyone, or feel nobody ‘gets it’? Has it felt too big & yet needs sorting and resolving? It’s understandable to feel frustrated, anxious or angry. Dealing with those feelings while maintaining a family, job & ‘a busy life’ can feel like hard work. “There needs to be more to life” & “It needs to be better than this “ are often said. To feel free from the past, to build a confidence in yourself.
Are you upset and overwhelmed by relationships, work situations, family issues? That sense of panic and over thinking where your body feels stressed & the anxiety rockets? Did something happen that you have not shared with anyone, or feel nobody ‘gets it’? Has it felt too big & yet needs sorting and resolving? It’s understandable to feel frustrated, anxious or angry. Dealing with those feelings while maintaining a family, job & ‘a busy life’ can feel like hard work. “There needs to be more to life” & “It needs to be better than this “ are often said. To feel free from the past, to build a confidence in yourself.
01727 638148 View 01727 638148
Photo of Kellie Giunta - Accredited Therapist & Clinical Supervisor, MBACP, Counsellor
Accredited Therapist & Clinical Supervisor
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Welwyn Garden City AL7
HI My Name is Kellie and I am an Accredited therapist and Clinical Supervisor. I have been a therapist for 10 years. Are you feeling anxious, stressed, depressed or just unhappy? sometimes theses feelings are triggered by obvious causes like job stresses, relationship problems or bereavement, while other times the underlying causes seem opaque. I can provide for you a safe and supportive non-judgemental space to look into possible sources of feelings, behavioural pattens and core beliefs that might be underlying causes of destress. my aim is to create an environment where you feel comfortable and safe.y
HI My Name is Kellie and I am an Accredited therapist and Clinical Supervisor. I have been a therapist for 10 years. Are you feeling anxious, stressed, depressed or just unhappy? sometimes theses feelings are triggered by obvious causes like job stresses, relationship problems or bereavement, while other times the underlying causes seem opaque. I can provide for you a safe and supportive non-judgemental space to look into possible sources of feelings, behavioural pattens and core beliefs that might be underlying causes of destress. my aim is to create an environment where you feel comfortable and safe.y
01438 904028 View 01438 904028
Photo of Maina Warraich, MBACP, Counsellor
Maina Warraich
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Welwyn Garden City AL7
lCounselling for Anxiety and Depressionl Maybe you have anxiety, panic attacks and keep overthinking. You might at times feel numb or completely overwhelmed. Maybe it's having an impact on your relationship with your loved ones and more importantly how you feel about yourself. Things don't have to stay this way. I’m passionate about supporting adults with anxiety and depression. I have experienced how isolating and debilitating it can be. People can say things like “just be positive” or “don’t worry about it”. It can be hard for them to understand that it isn’t as simple as just focusing on something else.
lCounselling for Anxiety and Depressionl Maybe you have anxiety, panic attacks and keep overthinking. You might at times feel numb or completely overwhelmed. Maybe it's having an impact on your relationship with your loved ones and more importantly how you feel about yourself. Things don't have to stay this way. I’m passionate about supporting adults with anxiety and depression. I have experienced how isolating and debilitating it can be. People can say things like “just be positive” or “don’t worry about it”. It can be hard for them to understand that it isn’t as simple as just focusing on something else.
01582 377615 View 01582 377615
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Julie Greenhalgh
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Welwyn Garden City AL7
On our journey through life, we can become lost and caught up in negative thoughts and feelings. This can change our perception and take us out of balance. It may also affect our well-being by creating problems in our relationships which may lead to anxiety, depression or low self-esteem. Counselling can help us to understand patterns in our life that cause distress and helps to facilitate insights into the core of our thinking, our self belief, our behaviour and the imposed limitations to bring about change. I have experience in working with teenagers and adults with anxiety, depression, loss and bereavement and low self esteem.
On our journey through life, we can become lost and caught up in negative thoughts and feelings. This can change our perception and take us out of balance. It may also affect our well-being by creating problems in our relationships which may lead to anxiety, depression or low self-esteem. Counselling can help us to understand patterns in our life that cause distress and helps to facilitate insights into the core of our thinking, our self belief, our behaviour and the imposed limitations to bring about change. I have experience in working with teenagers and adults with anxiety, depression, loss and bereavement and low self esteem.
01582 349524 View 01582 349524
Photo of Mariangela Milioto, MA, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Mariangela Milioto
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Welwyn Garden City AL7
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. 
01582 377470 View 01582 377470

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Female Counsellors

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as 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 ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

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—both men and women—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.