Life Coaching Counselling in Whitstable

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Michaela Ann Gaffney
Psychotherapist, BACP
Great, you have already taken the first steps for you. I am not the expert on you, you are. I am here to support and explore with you what you maybe finding difficult or just not feeling Ok. This may be in your relationships, in your physical body or you are finding both these things are overwhelming sometimes. Together we can wonder, ponder and educate ourselves and understand, why? Then we can make a strategy and build on your already available resilience (you are here remember), and improve this together. This maybe just a few sessions, sometimes just one or a little longer if you need this.
Great, you have already taken the first steps for you. I am not the expert on you, you are. I am here to support and explore with you what you maybe finding difficult or just not feeling Ok. This may be in your relationships, in your physical body or you are finding both these things are overwhelming sometimes. Together we can wonder, ponder and educate ourselves and understand, why? Then we can make a strategy and build on your already available resilience (you are here remember), and improve this together. This maybe just a few sessions, sometimes just one or a little longer if you need this.
07480 778404 View 07480 778404
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Inside Out Coaching and Counselling
Counsellor, MSc
Online Only
Khursheed is a Holistic psychotherapist and Life Coach, certified in NLP and Hypnotherapy
I am a strong inner child advocate. Many of our current behaviours, thoughts and feelings are rooted in our childhood experiences and decisions made when we were 7 or 11, younger or in our teens. Giving that inner child a voice and reframing the experience is effective and gives the adult a new perspective and a new paradigm to work from.
Khursheed is a Holistic psychotherapist and Life Coach, certified in NLP and Hypnotherapy
I am a strong inner child advocate. Many of our current behaviours, thoughts and feelings are rooted in our childhood experiences and decisions made when we were 7 or 11, younger or in our teens. Giving that inner child a voice and reframing the experience is effective and gives the adult a new perspective and a new paradigm to work from.
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Brian Leetham
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Life is hard!
To get to the answers, or even the right questions, can seem a daunting task. I simply offer a comfy environment with which to do that, alongside an experience base that allows me to meet you there.
Life is hard!
To get to the answers, or even the right questions, can seem a daunting task. I simply offer a comfy environment with which to do that, alongside an experience base that allows me to meet you there.
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Aurora Therapy Centre
Counsellor, PsychD, MNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Struggling to connect in your relationship? Feeling unheard or stuck? Concerned that this might be the end of the road? Relationship and sex therapy could be the way forward to heal and strengthen your bond. Whether it’s communication issues, intimacy , sex Hello - I am a qualified therapist with over 20 years experience working with adults and children within the NHS and in Private Practice . I specialise in Sex therapy,Relationship and Trauma. I am a qualified Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist. I am pleased to announce I have been awarded ; Aurora Therapy Centre-Keeley Psychosexual Therapist of the Year - South East England
Struggling to connect in your relationship? Feeling unheard or stuck? Concerned that this might be the end of the road? Relationship and sex therapy could be the way forward to heal and strengthen your bond. Whether it’s communication issues, intimacy , sex Hello - I am a qualified therapist with over 20 years experience working with adults and children within the NHS and in Private Practice . I specialise in Sex therapy,Relationship and Trauma. I am a qualified Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist. I am pleased to announce I have been awarded ; Aurora Therapy Centre-Keeley Psychosexual Therapist of the Year - South East England
07480 486016 View 07480 486016
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Sue Brown
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
Sometimes a little support, where you are allowed to be yourself without being judged for what has happened, is life changing.
Struggling with stress, anxiety, work-related issues, neurodivergence, discrimination or situations affecting your emotional well-being. These issues could evoke worry, feelings of isolation or fear. You are not alone; by starting your journey with me, it ends with you. Creating the right space allows you to explore what has happened in the past and/or continues to affect you. With support you may be able gain some insight as to why these issues leave you feeling stuck or repeating the same behaviour. Change is achievable, by developing yourself, building confidence and resilience may create a happier you.
Sometimes a little support, where you are allowed to be yourself without being judged for what has happened, is life changing.
Struggling with stress, anxiety, work-related issues, neurodivergence, discrimination or situations affecting your emotional well-being. These issues could evoke worry, feelings of isolation or fear. You are not alone; by starting your journey with me, it ends with you. Creating the right space allows you to explore what has happened in the past and/or continues to affect you. With support you may be able gain some insight as to why these issues leave you feeling stuck or repeating the same behaviour. Change is achievable, by developing yourself, building confidence and resilience may create a happier you.
01227 931701 View 01227 931701
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Emily Russell
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Perhaps you want change in your life but don't know how to begin to create it?
I'm a very experienced counsellor who works with individuals and with couples. I offer both short-term and long-term counselling in person and online. I work holistically and can help with most issues. I have particular experience working with members of the creative professions and also with students, academics and educators, as well as fellow therapists.
Perhaps you want change in your life but don't know how to begin to create it?
I'm a very experienced counsellor who works with individuals and with couples. I offer both short-term and long-term counselling in person and online. I work holistically and can help with most issues. I have particular experience working with members of the creative professions and also with students, academics and educators, as well as fellow therapists.
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Beverley Liffen-Latter
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Is life challenging for you?
Whatever is troubling you, counselling can help. Together we can work through your challenges and issues, find a way to make sense of any difficulties you face. My name is Beverley and I am a qualified counsellor with experience of counselling adults, children and adolescents. Deciding to begin counselling can be a challenging and emotional experience. You are more than welcome to contact me if you have any questions.
Is life challenging for you?
Whatever is troubling you, counselling can help. Together we can work through your challenges and issues, find a way to make sense of any difficulties you face. My name is Beverley and I am a qualified counsellor with experience of counselling adults, children and adolescents. Deciding to begin counselling can be a challenging and emotional experience. You are more than welcome to contact me if you have any questions.
01843 264804 View 01843 264804
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Iris O'Connell
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I work with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, low mood, burnout, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
Hello, I’m Iris. I’m an integrative counsellor and therapist working with adults who feel overwhelmed, emotionally stretched, burnt out, or worn down from holding things together. Many people I work with appear to cope on the outside while feeling anxious, unsettled, or stuck beneath the surface. Therapy can offer a place to slow down, feel supported, and begin to make sense of what you’re carrying.
I work with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, low mood, burnout, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.
Hello, I’m Iris. I’m an integrative counsellor and therapist working with adults who feel overwhelmed, emotionally stretched, burnt out, or worn down from holding things together. Many people I work with appear to cope on the outside while feeling anxious, unsettled, or stuck beneath the surface. Therapy can offer a place to slow down, feel supported, and begin to make sense of what you’re carrying.
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Carol Anne Lawrence
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I’m a therapist passionate about helping people through some of life’s most difficult challenges.
I specialise in addiction and help clients create meaningful change and greater emotional wellbeing. I use an integrative approach, combining person-centred therapy and CBT to support each client’s unique needs. This means we work together to explore thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, while building practical tools for everyday life.
I’m a therapist passionate about helping people through some of life’s most difficult challenges.
I specialise in addiction and help clients create meaningful change and greater emotional wellbeing. I use an integrative approach, combining person-centred therapy and CBT to support each client’s unique needs. This means we work together to explore thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, while building practical tools for everyday life.
01843 262382 View 01843 262382
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Dilara Ahman
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Serves Area
My ideal client feels overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or past wounds they can't quite name. They may appear strong on the outside, but feel exhausted inside. They’re seeking a safe space to understand their emotions, calm their body, and heal deeply. Their goal isn’t just to “cope,” but to reconnect with themselves, feel safe in relationships, and live with more clarity, calm, and self-compassion.
My ideal client feels overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or past wounds they can't quite name. They may appear strong on the outside, but feel exhausted inside. They’re seeking a safe space to understand their emotions, calm their body, and heal deeply. Their goal isn’t just to “cope,” but to reconnect with themselves, feel safe in relationships, and live with more clarity, calm, and self-compassion.
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Kim Jordan
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
3 Endorsed
Maidstone ME14
I primarily work with Anxiety, Depression and PTSD and their associated symptoms but these can occur from a vast range of life changing events, therefore I provide bespoke Counselling based on your individual life experiences.
Good rapport with your Counsellor's the first step towards achieving change. My Counselling approach is different to anything my clients (both Adults & Children) have experienced before and it's because of this, they've felt at ease quickly and gained maximum benefit from their sessions. I've Counselled since 2019 and have a diverse range of additional skills that I integrate into my Counselling work. I work with Victims of Crime within Kent, as well as Children & Families who've been bereaved. I have over 10yrs experience working with Children & Young People, including those with additional needs, so my approach is inclusive.
I primarily work with Anxiety, Depression and PTSD and their associated symptoms but these can occur from a vast range of life changing events, therefore I provide bespoke Counselling based on your individual life experiences.
Good rapport with your Counsellor's the first step towards achieving change. My Counselling approach is different to anything my clients (both Adults & Children) have experienced before and it's because of this, they've felt at ease quickly and gained maximum benefit from their sessions. I've Counselled since 2019 and have a diverse range of additional skills that I integrate into my Counselling work. I work with Victims of Crime within Kent, as well as Children & Families who've been bereaved. I have over 10yrs experience working with Children & Young People, including those with additional needs, so my approach is inclusive.
01622 237798 View 01622 237798
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Carl Argent
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Hi, I’m Carl – a person-centred counsellor and life coach working with adults and couples in Southend-on-Sea and nationally online.
That is at the heart of my practice. As a qualified counsellor and relationship therapist, I can help you explore grief, trauma, relationships, identity, gender roles, life direction and emotional struggles, so you can experience growth, and find new meaning, resilience and authentic change. As a life coach, I can help you kick start your life in new ways.
Hi, I’m Carl – a person-centred counsellor and life coach working with adults and couples in Southend-on-Sea and nationally online.
That is at the heart of my practice. As a qualified counsellor and relationship therapist, I can help you explore grief, trauma, relationships, identity, gender roles, life direction and emotional struggles, so you can experience growth, and find new meaning, resilience and authentic change. As a life coach, I can help you kick start your life in new ways.
01702 655097 View 01702 655097
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Ewelina Biesiada
Verified Verified
Online Only
I offer a 12-week structured trauma informed coaching programme where I mentor you through the stages of learning how to navigate the labyrinth of your mind.
Learning to accept the truth about needing help is sometimes the hardest part. It is however a process not an event. If you suffered chronic stress as a child or in the early years of adulthood, chances are, you amazingly created a lot of coping mechanisms that have helped you survive the situation. But what tends to happen with trauma is that we get stuck in those patterns of thinking, feeling and behaviour and unless unpacked, they are impossible to change, even though they stopped serving you long time ago.
I offer a 12-week structured trauma informed coaching programme where I mentor you through the stages of learning how to navigate the labyrinth of your mind.
Learning to accept the truth about needing help is sometimes the hardest part. It is however a process not an event. If you suffered chronic stress as a child or in the early years of adulthood, chances are, you amazingly created a lot of coping mechanisms that have helped you survive the situation. But what tends to happen with trauma is that we get stuck in those patterns of thinking, feeling and behaviour and unless unpacked, they are impossible to change, even though they stopped serving you long time ago.
01622 321993 View 01622 321993
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Dr Elrika Erasmus
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
Life is so beautiful, and life is so hard.
I am here to help you take that first step. Therapy is a safe, supportive space where we can explore what’s troubling you and understand what’s holding you back. Using approaches like Compassion-Focused Therapy, ACT, and coaching, I’ll help you uncover your strengths, reduce anxiety, and build confidence to create meaningful, lasting change.
Life is so beautiful, and life is so hard.
I am here to help you take that first step. Therapy is a safe, supportive space where we can explore what’s troubling you and understand what’s holding you back. Using approaches like Compassion-Focused Therapy, ACT, and coaching, I’ll help you uncover your strengths, reduce anxiety, and build confidence to create meaningful, lasting change.
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Jacqueline Jones
Counsellor, MBACP
Ashford TN24
I believe that we are all unique individuals despite the many different labels that life has to offer us.
My name is Jacqueline and I qualified as a counsellor in 2008. I have since worked with a wide variety of issues such as bereavement, anxiety, low self worth, lack of confidence, addiction, relational issues such as couples, autism, understanding self concept, shyness and much more. I believe that the professional working relationship between the counsellor and client is of fundamental importance as it provides opportunities in which change can occur. For that reason I provide a free assessment of your needs. Also meeting myself prior to engaging in any counseling will help you to decide if I would be the right counsellor for you.
I believe that we are all unique individuals despite the many different labels that life has to offer us.
My name is Jacqueline and I qualified as a counsellor in 2008. I have since worked with a wide variety of issues such as bereavement, anxiety, low self worth, lack of confidence, addiction, relational issues such as couples, autism, understanding self concept, shyness and much more. I believe that the professional working relationship between the counsellor and client is of fundamental importance as it provides opportunities in which change can occur. For that reason I provide a free assessment of your needs. Also meeting myself prior to engaging in any counseling will help you to decide if I would be the right counsellor for you.
01233 225874 View 01233 225874
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Kristine Kazaka
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Chatham ME4
My deeper passion lies in trauma-related work, and I am well-equipped to help you explore life experiences that may have left you struggling in the present day.
I am a fully qualified therapeutic counsellor working in a person-centred way. This means you lead the way, and I walk alongside you with care and attention. I tailor our work to your current needs, drawing on different approaches and styles that may be most helpful for you.
My deeper passion lies in trauma-related work, and I am well-equipped to help you explore life experiences that may have left you struggling in the present day.
I am a fully qualified therapeutic counsellor working in a person-centred way. This means you lead the way, and I walk alongside you with care and attention. I tailor our work to your current needs, drawing on different approaches and styles that may be most helpful for you.
01634 980910 View 01634 980910
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Chloe Sandley
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I also have experience working with coping with life changes.
I believe that you are the expert of your story, and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. u. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I also have experience working with coping with life changes.
I believe that you are the expert of your story, and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. u. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
023 9433 1022 x44 View 023 9433 1022 x44
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Beccy Jackson
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad, or struggling to make sense of life right now?
I specialise in supporting, survivors of domestic abuse (including emotional, physical, and coercive control), People experiencing low self-esteem, self-doubt, and difficulty trusting themselves and empowerment: building self-worth, confidence, and self-love but work with whatever your reasons for coming to therapy, as they are as unique as you are.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad, or struggling to make sense of life right now?
I specialise in supporting, survivors of domestic abuse (including emotional, physical, and coercive control), People experiencing low self-esteem, self-doubt, and difficulty trusting themselves and empowerment: building self-worth, confidence, and self-love but work with whatever your reasons for coming to therapy, as they are as unique as you are.
01622 234665 View 01622 234665
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Chris Zacharia
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Ed. Psych.
Specialises in Brief Psychotherapies (3 Session Change Programme) Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness based CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Positive Psychology Coaching, Counselling, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy & NLP.
Chris Zacharia is a specialist in the following areas: . Dyslexia & Specific Learning Difficulties . Emotional underpinnings of Learning Difficulties . Anxiety . Stress, Work Issues. Depression . Low confidence . Low Self-esteem . Grief & Loss
Specialises in Brief Psychotherapies (3 Session Change Programme) Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness based CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Positive Psychology Coaching, Counselling, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy & NLP.
Chris Zacharia is a specialist in the following areas: . Dyslexia & Specific Learning Difficulties . Emotional underpinnings of Learning Difficulties . Anxiety . Stress, Work Issues. Depression . Low confidence . Low Self-esteem . Grief & Loss
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Lee Roberts
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Maybe you're dealing with a life transition, you're procrastinating, or your rumination is getting you down.
My approach is based on a non-judgmental space for you to chat, but it builds on this by being practical, future-oriented, and feels developmental rather than clinical. Its grounded in the latest psychological approaches, but doesn't seek to diagnose or put anyone in a box or category.
Maybe you're dealing with a life transition, you're procrastinating, or your rumination is getting you down.
My approach is based on a non-judgmental space for you to chat, but it builds on this by being practical, future-oriented, and feels developmental rather than clinical. Its grounded in the latest psychological approaches, but doesn't seek to diagnose or put anyone in a box or category.
01797 330711 View 01797 330711

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Life Coaching Counsellors
What can I expect from life coaching?
Clients and coaches will typically start by identifying the problem area(s) that the client hopes to address—then, the coach will help the client brainstorm potential solutions and explore concrete techniques to help the client attain their goals. Coaching is typically short-term and focused on finding solutions in the here and now, rather than exploring a client’s past. In addition to strategies aimed at the client’s specific concerns, coaches may encourage general stress management techniques such as meditation.

Can a life coach help treat anxiety?
Because the majority of life coaches are not licensed clinicians, they are not qualified to diagnose or treat anxiety. Anyone struggling with anxiety or another mental health condition should seek help from a licensed mental health practitioner. However, some coaching clients who struggle with subclinical anxiety report that working with their coach on other problems—such as career dissatisfaction or unhealthy habits—has a positive effect on their anxiety.

Can life coaching be done online?
Yes. While life coaching often happens in person, many coaches conduct sessions over the phone or via online platforms such as Zoom or Skype. Because life coaches are not subject to local licensing regulations in the same way that therapists are, they are able to see clients who live in other locations.

How long does life coaching last?
Life coaching tends to be a shorter-term process than therapy, though it does not always unfold over a specific period of time and is instead based on the coach’s or the client’s preferences. Coaching often takes place over three to 12 months but may be shorter or longer if necessary.