Counselling in Westcliff-on-Sea
Lidia Pembroke
Counsellor, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
You may have been struggling for weeks maybe years and decided that now is the time to get some help for depressive/anxiety symptoms. The anxiety can manifest with so many different thoughts you might have that can be so extreme that you don't even want to say it to anyone. I use Cognitive Behaviour Therapy CBT to enable you and includes OCD, Phobias, Panic, General Anxiety Disorder (excessive worrying) Health, Social anxiety, including performance anxiety, trauma Relationship difficulties, loss, bereavement Work related stress and Self Esteem amongst others.
The Henry Centre
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
The Henry Centre is a private counselling and psychotherapy centre based at Westcliff Station. We help busy individuals, couples and families to explore and work through any challenges they may be experiencing. We will support you in overcoming these challenges to help you live the life you would like to promoting good mental health and well-being. We have an experienced, friendly team that will make sure they provide the highest possible standard of care. We will respond to enquiries and provide an appointment within 48 hours.

Zac Gensberg
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
I'm Zac, I'm a counsellor, and I'm passionate about it. I'm fully qualified, and I am constantly trying to expand my knowledge, skillset, and practice. I've worked with a variety of presenting concerns in counselling, and whether it's anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, identity concerns, something else, or maybe you're not sure what it is, I'm here to support you in achieving your goals. My practice emphasises authenticity, equality, and you. Together we can set and achieve goals, and bring some peace and fulfilment to your life.

Michael Fieldhouse Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Share your burden and lighten your load. Whatever your problem, to have come to the point of seeking professional help, it must be very significant to you.

Sustenance for the Soul
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
My name is Lucinda Lidstone. I have a Masters Degree in Transpersonal Psychotherapy and run a busy clinic. I have worked as a Spiritual Consultant and Energy Medicine Practitioner since 1992 and I trained in Hypnotherapy in 2005. I am an active campaigner for the lived experience of individuals who have had a life crisis, that is often referred to as 'psychosis' or 'breakdown'. I present the ‘ASCit’ podcast a blend of psychology, spirituality and philosophy. I am a regular guest on a topical morning show, 'RISE'. I am expereinced in working with spiritual matters and non-ordinary phenomena.

Gary Mewes
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am committed to providing a safe non judgemental space for you to discuss any issues that may be affecting you life, relationships and general wellbeing. We are all unique individuals facing different life challenges, which we may find difficult to express in our relationships. Therapy can provide a safe space to discuss any issues that you are struggling with. I work from an integrative approach, which means I will endeavour to tailor our sessions to meet your own personal requirements, allowing you to gain the most out of your therapy.
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Siobhan Bracken
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
For anyone wanting to understand their emotions, find life easier to cope with and work on self-improvement and self-esteem, I am here to help you build positive mental health strategies into your day-to-day life so that things can feel easier to manage. I have extensive experience working with self-esteem, anxiety and stress management. Alongside those, I am experienced in supporting with depression, body image concerns, grief and relationship issues (whether that be partner, family, friend etc.). I will cater the therapy to you by allowing you to guide me in what you would like to explore and gain from the process.

The Spectrum Tree Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
I'm Kirsty, an Integrative Counsellor with a person centred base. This means that I am able to put you at the centre of the therapeutic process whilst utilising a range of counselling tools tailored to suit your specific needs. I provide counselling for children, adolescents, and adults, and I am able to meet you wherever you may be within your life right now. I have lived experience of Autism, and this is my specialist area. I am a Neurodivergent affirming counsellor and have experience working within a range of issues. At the heart of my practice lies your empowerment and automomy.

Lisa Dobinson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Being an adult is tough and filled challenges. When we focus on the future we miss our present and our past informs our future. This can actually keep us stuck and the fear grows. The critical self lives in the past and the inner child/anxiety lives in the future. By creating an internal compassionate self enables us to use the knowledge of ourselves to our advantage, allowing us to move forward. The aim is to empower you to make grounded decisions, reducing anxiety, and enabling you to live fully, in the present, whilst accepting yourself and your story. It is difficult but we will explore this at your pace and together.

Caroline Ahmet
Counsellor, MNCPS Accred
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Thank you for choosing my profile to read. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed with life, struggling with anxiety, depression, low energy, low self-confidence, lack of motivation, relationship difficulties, bereavement or feeling lost and confused, struggling to connect or manage your emotions. Then you may feel ready for some additional support. I completely understand how daunting it is to make contact with a therapist, as I was once in the other chair too. I can assure you I will provide a non-judgemental safe environment for you to talk openly about your concerns and we can take it step by step together.

Simon Uskuri
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
"The hardest step is making the call, the most rewarding step is knowing that you're in control again." Welcome, my name is Simon, I am a highly qualified friendly experienced Counsellor. I am a accredited member of the BACP and follow the ethical framework. I have worked successfully with individuals from various backgrounds and ages around Essex for a number of years. What I can offer you is a safe space that is confidential and nonjudgmental where you can truly be listened to and within that space we together can explore and find the answers you are searching for.
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Yvette White
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
Counsellor Yvette White is an Anxiety and Depression Specialist. Online Face to face and Telephone sessions available. Health Anxiety and Stress management. Fully qualified Counsellor, registered with the BACP, EFT practitioner and Life Coach. I can assist you with a range of issues, problems and difficulties that you may be experiencing in your life such as Anxiety, Abuse, Loss, Death Anxiety, Divorce, Depression, Career path, Cancer support, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Pain management, Panic Disorder, PTSD, Rape crisis, Relationship issues, Self harm and Low self esteem.

Wright Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by the stresses in life? Feel unable to make decisions? Do you condemn yourself for making the 'wrong' decision? We can be good at condemning ourselves and be our worst critic. Discovering what patterns are happening for us over and over again, and preparing yourself for these, knowing what you can and can't do, can feel empowering. Being able to express yourself knowing that you can be heard without fear, embarrassment or shame but with acceptance of you as a person can be life changing. I can help you look at making changes and find bespoke ways to support and establish a way forward for you.

Kim Strong
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I provide a safe, supportive and confidential space in which clients can seek insight into any issues of concern. My individual clientele spends all ages including children. I also work with couples and families. Short or long-term therapy is offered. My extensive training allows me to draw upon multiple disciplines to tailor the support to the needs of the client.

Raffaele Bizzoca
Counsellor, MNCPS Accred
Verified
Verified
I am an Integrative Counsellor accredited member of the National Counselling Society. I work with both adults and young people. I offer a confidential, warm, friendly, supportive, non-judgemental environment. A space where you can feel safe to talk about your feelings, thoughts, fears and concerns to help you understand and clarify what it is that is troubling you and to help you find ways to work through your issues. We can work together to help enhance your self-awareness and resilience as we work towards achieving a healthy, positive outcome.

Emma Litman
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a BACP and EMDR/NCS Counsellor offering face to face counselling & qualified in online and telephone counselling. My clients say that I'm very easy to talk to, warm and friendly. I can help you to explore your issues to help you gain awareness, understanding and get to a place or acceptance of a situation you are struggling with. I am also a qualified NLP and EFT coach offering specific techniques suited to working with any issues related to trauma, depression & anxiety.

Lorna Wilson
Counsellor, PhD, MBACP Accred
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I wonder if you have found yourself needing a safe space to talk things through . Have you found yourself feeling stressed and overwhelmed ? Have you noticed that your moods have changed and that it is having an impact on how you interact with others? Have you noticed that you lack motivation? I can provide a safe, confidential non-judgemental space for you. I have considerable experience working with issues such as anxiety, Bereavement, Loss, Depression, self-esteem, self-confidence, low moods, emotional distress, family, and friends who have experience loss through suicide. PTSD.

Laura Buckingham
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Welcome, My name is Laura, I am a fully qualified Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor offering both long and short-term therapy. We are all presented with many different challenges in all aspects of our daily lives, including work, health, relationships and with our own well-being. Reaching out for help can often feel overwhelming, however, the rewards in taking that difficult first step can be life-changing. I have experience and successfully worked with those suffering with depression, anxiety, loneliness, loss & grief domestic abuse, suicidal thoughts and chronic illness amongst various other issues.

Ky Harkins Life Counselling Services
Counsellor, MNCPS Accred
Verified
Verified
Most of my clients come to me knowing they are not happy but they don't always know why. Sometimes it is because of the people and circumstances around them and sometimes it is because they keep repeating the same behaviours that are not producing a happy life for them. My job is to help people understand what it is in their lives that they are not happy with, or want to change and to imagine a life with the new changes in it. I work with the client to provide a safe, comfortable environment for them to explore what is going on for them and how they can make the changes to live a happy, fulfilling life.

Natalie Kelly
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Accred
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you looking for a counsellor because you've been told you need counselling? Or have you finally decided you need to see a counsellor, after realising you just need to sort your head out! Maybe you've been thinking about it for some time, but have felt just too scared, or maybe a little terrified at the thought of sharing what's in your head. Questions like, 'What if a counsellor makes me talk about stuff I'm not ready to dredge up?' 'What if I don't know what to talk about?' 'What if I can't handle if?' So my answer is, I was a client once, I get it, and you won't be asked to talk about anything you're not ready too.
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What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counsellors are all licensed mental health professionals. In many countries, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counsellor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counsellors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counsellor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
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What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.