Counselling for Adults in West Malling
Hi, I am Gemma, Mind Mapping Therapist. I started working in NHS mental health services in 2010 where I began studying Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Since then I have worked in a number of services including Primary Care Mental Health and Community Eating Disorder. During this time I have delivered one-to-one and group therapy as well as offering supervision to other therapists. I have studied, taught and marked for CBT based university courses and more recently I have trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Hi, I am Gemma, Mind Mapping Therapist. I started working in NHS mental health services in 2010 where I began studying Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Since then I have worked in a number of services including Primary Care Mental Health and Community Eating Disorder. During this time I have delivered one-to-one and group therapy as well as offering supervision to other therapists. I have studied, taught and marked for CBT based university courses and more recently I have trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
You’re carrying something heavy or just not feeling like yourself. Maybe you’re grieving a loss, living with anxiety, or quietly struggling with self-doubt. On the outside you manage, but internally your thoughts feel restless and your confidence shaken. You want relief from anxiety, space to process what’s going on for you, and support in rebuilding your self-esteem so you can feel more grounded and authentic in who you are.
You’re carrying something heavy or just not feeling like yourself. Maybe you’re grieving a loss, living with anxiety, or quietly struggling with self-doubt. On the outside you manage, but internally your thoughts feel restless and your confidence shaken. You want relief from anxiety, space to process what’s going on for you, and support in rebuilding your self-esteem so you can feel more grounded and authentic in who you are.
Life’s challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. Whether past experiences are affecting your present—relationships, family, career—or you feel stuck, I provide a safe, supportive space to help you find clarity and healing.
Perhaps you’re carrying unresolved trauma from childhood, a terrifying incident, a difficult childbirth, bullying, or an abusive relationship. Maybe you are facing bereavement, end-of-life concerns, or the emotional demands of being a carer. No matter your journey, I’m here to help you explore, understand, and move forward with greater confidence and resilience.
Life’s challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. Whether past experiences are affecting your present—relationships, family, career—or you feel stuck, I provide a safe, supportive space to help you find clarity and healing.
Perhaps you’re carrying unresolved trauma from childhood, a terrifying incident, a difficult childbirth, bullying, or an abusive relationship. Maybe you are facing bereavement, end-of-life concerns, or the emotional demands of being a carer. No matter your journey, I’m here to help you explore, understand, and move forward with greater confidence and resilience.
As a fully qualified BACP Registered psychotherapist, I run a private practice in Kings Hill offering integrative psychotherapy. I draw on extensive and continued training in many different evidence-based theories to support my client’s needs. I am adept at helping people untangle complex problems. My specialism is in trauma work, including PTSD and complex PTSD as I understand the far-reaching impacts of trauma. I have a special interest in attachment styles and impacts on relationships.
My prior experience has provided opportunities to work in a variety of sectors including NHS referrals, education, voluntary and private sector.
As a fully qualified BACP Registered psychotherapist, I run a private practice in Kings Hill offering integrative psychotherapy. I draw on extensive and continued training in many different evidence-based theories to support my client’s needs. I am adept at helping people untangle complex problems. My specialism is in trauma work, including PTSD and complex PTSD as I understand the far-reaching impacts of trauma. I have a special interest in attachment styles and impacts on relationships.
My prior experience has provided opportunities to work in a variety of sectors including NHS referrals, education, voluntary and private sector.
If you’re done with old, worn-out stories of what came before, take my hand. If you’re feeling stuck, dwelling on the past, dissecting and reflecting long after gaining the lessons there, take my hand. If you know it's time to close the book and begin anew, open and excited for what comes next, take my hand.
If within the excitement you find you are also frightened, unsure and doubtful, yes, come take my hand. This only means you're about to do something worthwhile and brave, and you are remembering what it’s like to truly feel alive again.
Let's take a deep breath and begin, let's walk this journey together, I'm here to listen.
If you’re done with old, worn-out stories of what came before, take my hand. If you’re feeling stuck, dwelling on the past, dissecting and reflecting long after gaining the lessons there, take my hand. If you know it's time to close the book and begin anew, open and excited for what comes next, take my hand.
If within the excitement you find you are also frightened, unsure and doubtful, yes, come take my hand. This only means you're about to do something worthwhile and brave, and you are remembering what it’s like to truly feel alive again.
Let's take a deep breath and begin, let's walk this journey together, I'm here to listen.
Have you reached a point in life where you feel invisible, or unsure of your place in the world? Perhaps your children have grown up, your career has shifted, or relationships have changed, leaving you questioning your purpose and where you fit in now.
Do you have older relatives who you are responsible for, or has someone you love died and you're struggling with grief?
If so, you’re not alone – and you don’t need to navigate this chapter by yourself.
Have you reached a point in life where you feel invisible, or unsure of your place in the world? Perhaps your children have grown up, your career has shifted, or relationships have changed, leaving you questioning your purpose and where you fit in now.
Do you have older relatives who you are responsible for, or has someone you love died and you're struggling with grief?
If so, you’re not alone – and you don’t need to navigate this chapter by yourself.
Feeling unsure about seeking help? You're not alone. Let me help you make sense of this area of your life. Identifying the root cause of your emotional, physical, or psychological struggles can often pose a daunting challenge. I offer therapeutic counselling to enable you to cope with areas of your life that you may be struggling with such as anxiety, low self-esteem, stress and an inability to manage & maintain healthy relationship
Feeling unsure about seeking help? You're not alone. Let me help you make sense of this area of your life. Identifying the root cause of your emotional, physical, or psychological struggles can often pose a daunting challenge. I offer therapeutic counselling to enable you to cope with areas of your life that you may be struggling with such as anxiety, low self-esteem, stress and an inability to manage & maintain healthy relationship
Life can be challenging, especially in todays ever changing world. I have a wealth of experience from my own life journey. I have 3 degrees, which cover behaviour, neuroscience and the spiritual or transpersonal. Through counselling we can work together, to enhance your wellbeing, expand your awareness and raise your consciousness. I offer a place to get away from everything and talk while feeling safe without judgement. This can be a place to process what has gone on and learn how the world is perceived uniquely by you. Or if preferred online sessions that suit you.
Life can be challenging, especially in todays ever changing world. I have a wealth of experience from my own life journey. I have 3 degrees, which cover behaviour, neuroscience and the spiritual or transpersonal. Through counselling we can work together, to enhance your wellbeing, expand your awareness and raise your consciousness. I offer a place to get away from everything and talk while feeling safe without judgement. This can be a place to process what has gone on and learn how the world is perceived uniquely by you. Or if preferred online sessions that suit you.
I am a Gestalt counsellor who will work with you one-to-one either in person or online. My main focus as a counsellor is to work with you to explore issues that you feel are holding you back from experiencing a fulfilled life. Together, we will look at the ways in which your experience of the world is proving to be difficult and causing you distress, stuck and unable to move forward. Together we will explore the issues that you are struggling with to enable you to move forward.
I am a Gestalt counsellor who will work with you one-to-one either in person or online. My main focus as a counsellor is to work with you to explore issues that you feel are holding you back from experiencing a fulfilled life. Together, we will look at the ways in which your experience of the world is proving to be difficult and causing you distress, stuck and unable to move forward. Together we will explore the issues that you are struggling with to enable you to move forward.
I qualified as an Integrative Counsellor in 2004. I also hold an MSc in Psychoanalytical Psychotherapy Studies, plus a Advanced Diploma in Contemporary Relationship Therapy, and a Diploma in Integrative Counselling Supervision. I worked within the Prison System as a Counsellor for 12 years, with clients who experienced issues around depression, abuse, trauma, addiction, self harm, grief and loss, anxiety, personality disorders, autism etc. I have also worked with organisations that support individuals that have experienced Domestic Abuse and Eating Disorders.
I qualified as an Integrative Counsellor in 2004. I also hold an MSc in Psychoanalytical Psychotherapy Studies, plus a Advanced Diploma in Contemporary Relationship Therapy, and a Diploma in Integrative Counselling Supervision. I worked within the Prison System as a Counsellor for 12 years, with clients who experienced issues around depression, abuse, trauma, addiction, self harm, grief and loss, anxiety, personality disorders, autism etc. I have also worked with organisations that support individuals that have experienced Domestic Abuse and Eating Disorders.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected? You don’t have to navigate it alone.
Counselling isn’t just about talking—it’s about being truly heard, feeling understood, and discovering a way forward that makes sense for you.
Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, relationship issues, or a general sense that life has lost direction, I’m here to support you. When everything feels too much, it can be hard to think clearly or know what to do next. Together, we can make sense of what you're feeling, uncover what’s holding you back, and start building the life you want.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected? You don’t have to navigate it alone.
Counselling isn’t just about talking—it’s about being truly heard, feeling understood, and discovering a way forward that makes sense for you.
Whether you’re experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, relationship issues, or a general sense that life has lost direction, I’m here to support you. When everything feels too much, it can be hard to think clearly or know what to do next. Together, we can make sense of what you're feeling, uncover what’s holding you back, and start building the life you want.
I’m Mark – a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist dedicated to supporting individuals through life’s challenges with compassion, clarity, and understanding. I hold a Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling and am an accredited member of the NCPS. Working from West Malling and Bromley, I work with clients both locally and across the UK via secure online therapy sessions.
I’m Mark – a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist dedicated to supporting individuals through life’s challenges with compassion, clarity, and understanding. I hold a Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling and am an accredited member of the NCPS. Working from West Malling and Bromley, I work with clients both locally and across the UK via secure online therapy sessions.
Suffering from a loss? I can help you deal with all types of loss - from pets, home, job and bereavement. I also work with children who are especially going through losses and changes in their lives.
Suffering from a loss? I can help you deal with all types of loss - from pets, home, job and bereavement. I also work with children who are especially going through losses and changes in their lives.
I’m an integrative therapist and I tailor how I work to suit you and your individual experiences, difficulties and challenges. I help you to understand what is happening and find ways forward that will provide you more satisfaction and happiness.
I help find solutions to, and provide relief from negative feelings, life difficulties and problems. Counselling can help by identifying and changing ways of thinking and patterns of behaviour providing new options in how you live. It can give you the opportunity to off load concerns and experience relief from worry and difficulties. I treat everything spoken about as confidential.
I’m an integrative therapist and I tailor how I work to suit you and your individual experiences, difficulties and challenges. I help you to understand what is happening and find ways forward that will provide you more satisfaction and happiness.
I help find solutions to, and provide relief from negative feelings, life difficulties and problems. Counselling can help by identifying and changing ways of thinking and patterns of behaviour providing new options in how you live. It can give you the opportunity to off load concerns and experience relief from worry and difficulties. I treat everything spoken about as confidential.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or burnt out?
Life can look fine on the outside, but underneath you may be feeling exhausted, or caught in repeating cycles.
I'm Ryan. I've been there; I understand, and I can help you.
I work with individuals and couples who are coping day-to-day, but sense that something isn’t quite holding together.
I offer therapy in person and online. My approach is active, collaborative, and grounded in both professional training and lived experience. Sessions provide space to slow things down, understand what’s driving current patterns, and work towards steady, meaningful change.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or burnt out?
Life can look fine on the outside, but underneath you may be feeling exhausted, or caught in repeating cycles.
I'm Ryan. I've been there; I understand, and I can help you.
I work with individuals and couples who are coping day-to-day, but sense that something isn’t quite holding together.
I offer therapy in person and online. My approach is active, collaborative, and grounded in both professional training and lived experience. Sessions provide space to slow things down, understand what’s driving current patterns, and work towards steady, meaningful change.
I have spent many years working with children and adult clients facing difficulties.
Sometimes our lives are interrupted by events, changing circumstances and personal challenges. Having a trusting and non-judgemental relationship with a caring professional, can enable you to work through such difficult times and move forward. We can work together to explore your current situation in a safe, non-directive and confidential way. This will give you the opportunity to reflect, question, process, allow for change, or whatever you feel is necessary at this time. If what you need is someone to listen unconditionally and respectfully, as you find your way on your journey, then we can work together.
I have spent many years working with children and adult clients facing difficulties.
Sometimes our lives are interrupted by events, changing circumstances and personal challenges. Having a trusting and non-judgemental relationship with a caring professional, can enable you to work through such difficult times and move forward. We can work together to explore your current situation in a safe, non-directive and confidential way. This will give you the opportunity to reflect, question, process, allow for change, or whatever you feel is necessary at this time. If what you need is someone to listen unconditionally and respectfully, as you find your way on your journey, then we can work together.
I offer a Counselling service to individuals, young people and families who may be facing personal difficulties and challenges. We all experience painful events and losses at various times in our lives and Counselling creates a safe containing space for clients to explore and process their emotions on a range if issues that may be impacting on them negatively. This can help clients to identify their triggers which may be responsible for creating the emotional and or physical distress. It also helps develop some strategies for clients to have at their disposal to manage better the impacts of the distress being experienced.
I offer a Counselling service to individuals, young people and families who may be facing personal difficulties and challenges. We all experience painful events and losses at various times in our lives and Counselling creates a safe containing space for clients to explore and process their emotions on a range if issues that may be impacting on them negatively. This can help clients to identify their triggers which may be responsible for creating the emotional and or physical distress. It also helps develop some strategies for clients to have at their disposal to manage better the impacts of the distress being experienced.
I offer high quality counselling and Therapy, I believe that we are all unique and individual. My offices are in Kingshill, Kent and Cranbrook, Kent. I have been practising since 2005 and have gained a wealth of experience working within the Private Sector, Schools , Prison System, Hospices. I now work privately.
I offer high quality counselling and Therapy, I believe that we are all unique and individual. My offices are in Kingshill, Kent and Cranbrook, Kent. I have been practising since 2005 and have gained a wealth of experience working within the Private Sector, Schools , Prison System, Hospices. I now work privately.
I have my own personal history and experience with Bereavement, child and adult trauma, depression and anxiety.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for anyone struggling with life's stresses. Are you struggling in your relationship? Have you had enough of the relationship you are in? Do you wish to confidentially think about changes you need in your life. I offer the opportunity to work alongside you short term or in depth to explore your needs fully, and support you in your journey. Do you have an emotional difficulty that you are finding hard to come to terms with? My role is to offer empathy, understanding, kindness and help you to simply cope with life, or towards changing it. Giving you the space and opportunity to feel heard.
I have my own personal history and experience with Bereavement, child and adult trauma, depression and anxiety.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for anyone struggling with life's stresses. Are you struggling in your relationship? Have you had enough of the relationship you are in? Do you wish to confidentially think about changes you need in your life. I offer the opportunity to work alongside you short term or in depth to explore your needs fully, and support you in your journey. Do you have an emotional difficulty that you are finding hard to come to terms with? My role is to offer empathy, understanding, kindness and help you to simply cope with life, or towards changing it. Giving you the space and opportunity to feel heard.
Anxiety, low mood, stress or just that feeling of being "stuck" can make life really difficult sometimes. Life events such as bereavement, job loss, relationship problems, divorce, trauma or illness can leave us feeling uncertain, down, hopeless, and anxious. This is where I can help you. I have a wealth of life experience and together we can tackle whatever problems you have and get you to a place where life is easier for you and you are not only happier in yourself, but more confident and better equipped to face whatever challenges may lie ahead.
Anxiety, low mood, stress or just that feeling of being "stuck" can make life really difficult sometimes. Life events such as bereavement, job loss, relationship problems, divorce, trauma or illness can leave us feeling uncertain, down, hopeless, and anxious. This is where I can help you. I have a wealth of life experience and together we can tackle whatever problems you have and get you to a place where life is easier for you and you are not only happier in yourself, but more confident and better equipped to face whatever challenges may lie ahead.
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FAQ - About Adult Counselling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioural therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists in the UK hold various credentials depending on their training and regional requirements. Counsellors and Psychotherapists registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) receive the designation MBACP and their qualifications and practice are overseen by BACP. Many Psychologists registered with the British Psychological Society receive the title of Chartered Psychologist (CPsychol), signifying that they have completed postgraduate training and supervised practice. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.