Counselling for Seniors in Wheathampstead
Perhaps there is a problem that is causing you worry, sleep difficulties and your stomach to churn. Or your life may have become more difficult due to avoiding certain situations or things. Perhaps getting out of bed in the morning feels too hard, or you have found yourself putting off going to bed at night. Maybe you had a horrible experience and the memories keep intruding on your life, making you feel jumpy or on edge. Or maybe you think your problems are small and you tell yourself off for being so affected by them. If things have been getting you down I can help.
Perhaps there is a problem that is causing you worry, sleep difficulties and your stomach to churn. Or your life may have become more difficult due to avoiding certain situations or things. Perhaps getting out of bed in the morning feels too hard, or you have found yourself putting off going to bed at night. Maybe you had a horrible experience and the memories keep intruding on your life, making you feel jumpy or on edge. Or maybe you think your problems are small and you tell yourself off for being so affected by them. If things have been getting you down I can help.
I offer both individual and couples therapy in central St Albans and online. At the heart of my approach is the safe, trusting relationship I share with my clients. While I support my clients in directing the course of their therapy, I’m not afraid to offer challenge and to guide a little, if I believe it's of therapeutic value to do so.
Specialisms:
Couples therapy
Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder (Sex/Porn Addiction)
I offer both individual and couples therapy in central St Albans and online. At the heart of my approach is the safe, trusting relationship I share with my clients. While I support my clients in directing the course of their therapy, I’m not afraid to offer challenge and to guide a little, if I believe it's of therapeutic value to do so.
Specialisms:
Couples therapy
Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder (Sex/Porn Addiction)
I want you to leave therapy with a greater understanding of yourself, increased confidence in managing difficult moments and the ability to make choices based on what matters to you rather than what anxiety tells you to avoid. My aim is not simply to help you feel less anxious in the short term, but to help you build a lasting set of skills and greater confidence in managing anxiety independently. Together, we explore the patterns that may be keeping your anxiety going and develop practical strategies to help you respond to difficult thoughts and feelings via Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
I want you to leave therapy with a greater understanding of yourself, increased confidence in managing difficult moments and the ability to make choices based on what matters to you rather than what anxiety tells you to avoid. My aim is not simply to help you feel less anxious in the short term, but to help you build a lasting set of skills and greater confidence in managing anxiety independently. Together, we explore the patterns that may be keeping your anxiety going and develop practical strategies to help you respond to difficult thoughts and feelings via Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
As a BACP accredited Psychotherapist and University lecturer with over 10 years of experience, I offer a safe, professional and productive therapeutic space for my clients for CBT, EMDR, counselling and psychotherapy. I have worked within the NHS, schools, support centres for young people and women, and have experience supporting clients with various issues. Embarking on the journey of talking therapy can indeed feel daunting. Please rest assured that I am here to support you with a kind, empathetic approach. Also, with a Masters in Psychotherapy and a Ba (Hons) in teaching, I bring a dynamic and refreshing approach to therapy.
As a BACP accredited Psychotherapist and University lecturer with over 10 years of experience, I offer a safe, professional and productive therapeutic space for my clients for CBT, EMDR, counselling and psychotherapy. I have worked within the NHS, schools, support centres for young people and women, and have experience supporting clients with various issues. Embarking on the journey of talking therapy can indeed feel daunting. Please rest assured that I am here to support you with a kind, empathetic approach. Also, with a Masters in Psychotherapy and a Ba (Hons) in teaching, I bring a dynamic and refreshing approach to therapy.
I am a BABCP-accredited CBT Specialist and Positive Psychology Practitioner, offering multilingual therapy in English, Spanish, Russian, and Italian. I specialise in PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), including childhood trauma, and have over 15 years of experience supporting adult clients across the NHS, private practice, and university mental health services.
My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual, combining creativity with structure and grounded in a range of evidence-based methods, including:
CBT,
Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET),
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT),
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
I am a BABCP-accredited CBT Specialist and Positive Psychology Practitioner, offering multilingual therapy in English, Spanish, Russian, and Italian. I specialise in PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), including childhood trauma, and have over 15 years of experience supporting adult clients across the NHS, private practice, and university mental health services.
My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual, combining creativity with structure and grounded in a range of evidence-based methods, including:
CBT,
Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET),
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT),
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
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.
Therapy is a space where you can come to explore the ways in which you show up in the world, figure out what is working and not working for you and find ways to move forward in a healthier, happier and more fulfilling way.
Working with the notion that you are the expert of yourself, I aim to help you build awareness that can in turn give you more choice as to how you function within your life.
I am a qualified psychotherapist offering a non-judgmental, empathic space where you can be fully yourself. I work with adults and welcome diversity, including all genders, sexualities, races, abilities, body sizes and religions.
Therapy is a space where you can come to explore the ways in which you show up in the world, figure out what is working and not working for you and find ways to move forward in a healthier, happier and more fulfilling way.
Working with the notion that you are the expert of yourself, I aim to help you build awareness that can in turn give you more choice as to how you function within your life.
I am a qualified psychotherapist offering a non-judgmental, empathic space where you can be fully yourself. I work with adults and welcome diversity, including all genders, sexualities, races, abilities, body sizes and religions.
Sometimes life brings experiences that can be difficult to navigate alone. A loss, the end of a relationship or a significant life change can leave you feeling overwhelmed, low or unsure of what comes next. At other times, there may be no obvious reason for how you are feeling, but you may find yourself anxious, stuck, disconnected or repeating familiar patterns you don’t fully understand. You may also be particularly hard on yourself or feel stuck in certain relationships. Together, we can begin to understand what may lie beneath these experiences.
Sometimes life brings experiences that can be difficult to navigate alone. A loss, the end of a relationship or a significant life change can leave you feeling overwhelmed, low or unsure of what comes next. At other times, there may be no obvious reason for how you are feeling, but you may find yourself anxious, stuck, disconnected or repeating familiar patterns you don’t fully understand. You may also be particularly hard on yourself or feel stuck in certain relationships. Together, we can begin to understand what may lie beneath these experiences.
Is your mind full of negative or racing thoughts? Low mood, anxiety, low self esteem? Feeling lost or simply stuck? Maybe it all feels like too much at the moment.
We live in a world full of anxiety, uncertainty and unrelenting pressure. Therapy is a space for you to be accepted where you are at; to breathe out and lay down the burdens. All feelings and experiences are welcome here, the positive ones and the ones that hinder your wellbeing.
I would love to support you on your journey; help you feel more content, develop a kinder inner voice and to become more confident in navigating the challenges life throws at all of us
Is your mind full of negative or racing thoughts? Low mood, anxiety, low self esteem? Feeling lost or simply stuck? Maybe it all feels like too much at the moment.
We live in a world full of anxiety, uncertainty and unrelenting pressure. Therapy is a space for you to be accepted where you are at; to breathe out and lay down the burdens. All feelings and experiences are welcome here, the positive ones and the ones that hinder your wellbeing.
I would love to support you on your journey; help you feel more content, develop a kinder inner voice and to become more confident in navigating the challenges life throws at all of us
With over 24 years experience, I am extremely passionate about helping and supporting people to improve their emotional wellbeing and mental health in today’s world where there are so many stresses and strains. I provide a safe, warm and empathic space, where we will work closely together to understand the difficulties you may be experiencing so that we can make sense of these and move towards change. I believe sincerely in evidenced-based talking therapies and the power they have to facilitate this. I offer individual therapy for children, adolescents and adults, and therapy for couples and families too.
With over 24 years experience, I am extremely passionate about helping and supporting people to improve their emotional wellbeing and mental health in today’s world where there are so many stresses and strains. I provide a safe, warm and empathic space, where we will work closely together to understand the difficulties you may be experiencing so that we can make sense of these and move towards change. I believe sincerely in evidenced-based talking therapies and the power they have to facilitate this. I offer individual therapy for children, adolescents and adults, and therapy for couples and families too.
Counselling offers a path to clarity, healing, and growth.
It can help resolve past experiences, shift unhelpful behaviours, and strengthen personal and relational wellbeing. I have particular expertise in working with couples, providing a safe and empathetic space where you and your partner can explore the challenges in your relationship—whatever your age, gender, or sexual orientation. I offer tailored sessions focused on relationship support, including maintenance, repair, and deepened connect.
Counselling offers a path to clarity, healing, and growth.
It can help resolve past experiences, shift unhelpful behaviours, and strengthen personal and relational wellbeing. I have particular expertise in working with couples, providing a safe and empathetic space where you and your partner can explore the challenges in your relationship—whatever your age, gender, or sexual orientation. I offer tailored sessions focused on relationship support, including maintenance, repair, and deepened connect.
Mental health conditions don’t arise because there is something wrong with us but because at some point we have left parts of ourselves behind through life's inevitable ups and downs. Left unprocessed these experiences deplete and shrink us causing the typical MH issues so familiar to us. We feel unseen and a 'less than' version.
Good therapy is about reclaiming yourself bringing together mind, body and spiritual aspects that contribute to your well-being. Reviving purpose, joy and pleasure once again.
Put simply, good therapy is about healing and leads to a greater potential in you.
Mental health conditions don’t arise because there is something wrong with us but because at some point we have left parts of ourselves behind through life's inevitable ups and downs. Left unprocessed these experiences deplete and shrink us causing the typical MH issues so familiar to us. We feel unseen and a 'less than' version.
Good therapy is about reclaiming yourself bringing together mind, body and spiritual aspects that contribute to your well-being. Reviving purpose, joy and pleasure once again.
Put simply, good therapy is about healing and leads to a greater potential in you.
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Hello, I'm Kelly. Thanks for taking a moment to visit my profile.
I’m an experienced, BACP registered psychodynamic counsellor providing online therapy for adults living with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, prolonged grief, or the ongoing effects of traumatic experiences. Often, people come to therapy feeling stuck or weighed down by unresolved pain that touches everyday life. In our work together, we can foster acceptance of the past, and explore paths towards lasting change.
Hello, I'm Kelly. Thanks for taking a moment to visit my profile.
I’m an experienced, BACP registered psychodynamic counsellor providing online therapy for adults living with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, prolonged grief, or the ongoing effects of traumatic experiences. Often, people come to therapy feeling stuck or weighed down by unresolved pain that touches everyday life. In our work together, we can foster acceptance of the past, and explore paths towards lasting change.
I work with adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by grief, anxiety, or a big life change — also people who don't need a crisis to justify reaching out, just something worth talking through.
I'm Lisa, a BACP-registered counsellor offering a quiet space with no fixed agenda. Together, at your own pace, we make sense of what's going on and find a way forward that's genuinely yours, not a checklist.
I understand academic pressures and offer reduced rates for counselling students at any stage — just ask. Get in touch, and we can talk it through together.
I work with adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by grief, anxiety, or a big life change — also people who don't need a crisis to justify reaching out, just something worth talking through.
I'm Lisa, a BACP-registered counsellor offering a quiet space with no fixed agenda. Together, at your own pace, we make sense of what's going on and find a way forward that's genuinely yours, not a checklist.
I understand academic pressures and offer reduced rates for counselling students at any stage — just ask. Get in touch, and we can talk it through together.
I’m a psychotherapeutic counsellor with a Master’s in Psychology, BACP registered, a BUPA-approved practitioner, and trained in ADHD assessment. I specialise in supporting neurodivergent clients and young adults dealing with ADHD, autism, anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship challenges. Many people I work with feel misunderstood or overwhelmed and want a space where they feel accepted, respected, and supported to explore their experiences safely and build self-understanding.
I’m a psychotherapeutic counsellor with a Master’s in Psychology, BACP registered, a BUPA-approved practitioner, and trained in ADHD assessment. I specialise in supporting neurodivergent clients and young adults dealing with ADHD, autism, anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship challenges. Many people I work with feel misunderstood or overwhelmed and want a space where they feel accepted, respected, and supported to explore their experiences safely and build self-understanding.
I offer a safe, confidential & non judgemental environment in which to explore & discuss personal & professional concerns, recognise & develop your own resilience & open up to possibilities & opportunities individually or together as a couple. Relationships are difficult, counselling can help you to better understand yourself & others, to manage stress, to expand limiting beliefs & goals & to cultivate new pathways to build skilful communication. We work towards strengthening your ability to face challenges, create self awareness & best potential to bring results for caring and compassionate relationships for yourself & others.
I offer a safe, confidential & non judgemental environment in which to explore & discuss personal & professional concerns, recognise & develop your own resilience & open up to possibilities & opportunities individually or together as a couple. Relationships are difficult, counselling can help you to better understand yourself & others, to manage stress, to expand limiting beliefs & goals & to cultivate new pathways to build skilful communication. We work towards strengthening your ability to face challenges, create self awareness & best potential to bring results for caring and compassionate relationships for yourself & others.
Have you been wondering where you are in your life?
Are you feeling out of sync?
Aware of a lack of rhythm, and ease?
I can offer you a place to talk about this and think together about how you might begin to feel more connected to yourself again.
Have you been wondering where you are in your life?
Are you feeling out of sync?
Aware of a lack of rhythm, and ease?
I can offer you a place to talk about this and think together about how you might begin to feel more connected to yourself again.
Welcome to my profile and practice.
My practice is psychoanalytically informed, undertaken non judgementally in a professional and ethical setting. This way of working is the opposite of the new culture of on demand or commoditised therapy. It is aimed at addressing deeply the questions about your life and your way of being that concern and interest you. It is focused on discovering what you don’t know, your blindside, what lies behind conscious rational thinking and ideas. It considers the effect of unconscious ideas on your way of relating to yourself and others and the problems that have brought you to therapy.
Welcome to my profile and practice.
My practice is psychoanalytically informed, undertaken non judgementally in a professional and ethical setting. This way of working is the opposite of the new culture of on demand or commoditised therapy. It is aimed at addressing deeply the questions about your life and your way of being that concern and interest you. It is focused on discovering what you don’t know, your blindside, what lies behind conscious rational thinking and ideas. It considers the effect of unconscious ideas on your way of relating to yourself and others and the problems that have brought you to therapy.
People come to therapy for many reasons. Some are dealing with anxiety, low mood, stress, or relationship issues; others feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of their next steps. Many want a space where they can talk openly, feel heard, and understand themselves better. Therapy can support people in making sense of emotions and experiences, managing challenges, and developing skills that help them feel more balanced, confident, and connected to themselves. Therapy with me is just that, it's tailored to you and your unique needs and therapy goals.
People come to therapy for many reasons. Some are dealing with anxiety, low mood, stress, or relationship issues; others feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of their next steps. Many want a space where they can talk openly, feel heard, and understand themselves better. Therapy can support people in making sense of emotions and experiences, managing challenges, and developing skills that help them feel more balanced, confident, and connected to themselves. Therapy with me is just that, it's tailored to you and your unique needs and therapy goals.
I am a licensed Psychologist registered with the BPS and HCPC. I worked in a clinical setting for over 22 years with a variety of client groups including community, outpatients and inpatients hospitals. I have worked extensively with clients with mental disorders and neuro-developmental conditions even when these are strongly affected by childhood trauma. I offer talking therapy and also a unique approach to health and wellness including EMDR, neurofeedback and body biofeedback technology to help the body and the brain to better self-regulate and heal naturally without medication or with less reliance on medications.
I am a licensed Psychologist registered with the BPS and HCPC. I worked in a clinical setting for over 22 years with a variety of client groups including community, outpatients and inpatients hospitals. I have worked extensively with clients with mental disorders and neuro-developmental conditions even when these are strongly affected by childhood trauma. I offer talking therapy and also a unique approach to health and wellness including EMDR, neurofeedback and body biofeedback technology to help the body and the brain to better self-regulate and heal naturally without medication or with less reliance on medications.
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FAQ - About Therapy for Seniors
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.
How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.
How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.
What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.