Parenting Counselling in Wimborne Minster
I work with young people with their parents/carers.
I am a Dr of Clinical Psychology and EMDR therapist with over twenty years qualified experience working in the NHS. I can offer tailored assessment and formulation to understand your difficulty and consider what type of support will help you. I am particularly passionate about offering therapeutic support to adults and adolescents experiencing distress from trauma and stress. If you have PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) or you are feeling stuck re-experiencing your difficult experiences, struggling with sleep or struggling with anxiety/low mood/ irritability following trauma then I can offer help with these difficulties.
I work with young people with their parents/carers.
I am a Dr of Clinical Psychology and EMDR therapist with over twenty years qualified experience working in the NHS. I can offer tailored assessment and formulation to understand your difficulty and consider what type of support will help you. I am particularly passionate about offering therapeutic support to adults and adolescents experiencing distress from trauma and stress. If you have PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) or you are feeling stuck re-experiencing your difficult experiences, struggling with sleep or struggling with anxiety/low mood/ irritability following trauma then I can offer help with these difficulties.
Parents too have worries about their children and young people, they want the best but sometimes need a non judgemental, empathetic person to work through issues and challenges of modern life.
I offer a chance to change the way each person views the challenges in their every day life. I use the therapeutic relationship to look deeply into issues creating the ability understand the problem, move it and change it. I understand SEN issues and have training to work alongside young people and parents who need a different way to express themselves.
Parents too have worries about their children and young people, they want the best but sometimes need a non judgemental, empathetic person to work through issues and challenges of modern life.
I offer a chance to change the way each person views the challenges in their every day life. I use the therapeutic relationship to look deeply into issues creating the ability understand the problem, move it and change it. I understand SEN issues and have training to work alongside young people and parents who need a different way to express themselves.
I work with parents/carers who feel emotionally overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck in patterns that feel hard to change.
I offer trauma-informed, attachment-focused mental health nursing support for parents and families. My work focuses on emotional regulation, realtional parenting, understanding the impact of trauma, and building confidence and capacity in everyday life. I provide a contained, relational space grounded in clinical experience and compassion.
I work with parents/carers who feel emotionally overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck in patterns that feel hard to change.
I offer trauma-informed, attachment-focused mental health nursing support for parents and families. My work focuses on emotional regulation, realtional parenting, understanding the impact of trauma, and building confidence and capacity in everyday life. I provide a contained, relational space grounded in clinical experience and compassion.
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Clinical Psychologists are unique to other type of therapists as we are trained to a high standard in more than one therapeutic approach. This allows me to provide you with an individualised, specialist care plan, using one or more therapeutic approach to suit your needs. As a clinical psychologist I am trained in the use of psychological formulation; together we will consider your past experiences, current difficulties and your strengths in order to provide a thorough understanding of what has lead you to seek support.
Clinical Psychologists are unique to other type of therapists as we are trained to a high standard in more than one therapeutic approach. This allows me to provide you with an individualised, specialist care plan, using one or more therapeutic approach to suit your needs. As a clinical psychologist I am trained in the use of psychological formulation; together we will consider your past experiences, current difficulties and your strengths in order to provide a thorough understanding of what has lead you to seek support.
I use my expertise and experience to help people address their challenges at a level they can’t reach on their own. I see individuals who feel stuck for a whole variety of reasons. Maybe you are stuck in a past trauma; maybe you are struggling to move forward in your life; or maybe you are stuck in unhealthy behavioural patterns. Whatever brings you to therapy, my speciality is a deep exploration of all the factors that are holding you back. To do this, I develop long-term supportive relationships with my clients and work in an open-ended way, rather than just “fixing” the immediate problem.
I use my expertise and experience to help people address their challenges at a level they can’t reach on their own. I see individuals who feel stuck for a whole variety of reasons. Maybe you are stuck in a past trauma; maybe you are struggling to move forward in your life; or maybe you are stuck in unhealthy behavioural patterns. Whatever brings you to therapy, my speciality is a deep exploration of all the factors that are holding you back. To do this, I develop long-term supportive relationships with my clients and work in an open-ended way, rather than just “fixing” the immediate problem.
My aims as an Educational Psychologist and Parent Coach are to ensure that every child feels accepted and understood for who they are, and that their parents and teachers feel confident in how to support them so that positive steps of progress are made towards a life that is thriving, not just surviving.
I offer online parent coaching as well as observational & consultative EP support local to Frome, Somerset. I specialise in supporting families where there is neurodiversity, demand avoidance, school-based anxiety, and/or educational trauma, and provide 1:1 in-depth educational assessments for neurodiverse children experiencing difficulty engaging in school
My aims as an Educational Psychologist and Parent Coach are to ensure that every child feels accepted and understood for who they are, and that their parents and teachers feel confident in how to support them so that positive steps of progress are made towards a life that is thriving, not just surviving.
I offer online parent coaching as well as observational & consultative EP support local to Frome, Somerset. I specialise in supporting families where there is neurodiversity, demand avoidance, school-based anxiety, and/or educational trauma, and provide 1:1 in-depth educational assessments for neurodiverse children experiencing difficulty engaging in school
Hello and a warm welcome to my profile, I am Becky an Integrative counsellor based in Dorset, I have a therapy room in the market town of Sherborne, and also provide therapy sessions online and over the phone. My Integrative approach means that I can draw from a range of theoretical approaches, for example humanistic, cognitive plus others, to tailor my approach depending on your needs. I acknowledge individuality and aim to create a space where you feel safe to express yourself and your emotions. If you are new to counselling or unsure about what to expect, please make contact and I will be happy to support you.
Hello and a warm welcome to my profile, I am Becky an Integrative counsellor based in Dorset, I have a therapy room in the market town of Sherborne, and also provide therapy sessions online and over the phone. My Integrative approach means that I can draw from a range of theoretical approaches, for example humanistic, cognitive plus others, to tailor my approach depending on your needs. I acknowledge individuality and aim to create a space where you feel safe to express yourself and your emotions. If you are new to counselling or unsure about what to expect, please make contact and I will be happy to support you.
Are you someone who tries hard to work on yourself, who cares deeply and has spent years coping, yet still feels anxiety, depressed, or stuck in the same old patterns? You might be holding things together on the outside while feeling uncertain, disconnected or overwhelmed inside. I'm truly passionate about offering a gentle, supportive approach that's focused on you, giving you the attention and focused care you deserve.
I offer focused, relational therapy for those who want to explore and better understand relationships, with self, others, and the world around us. I offer sessions in person, online, or a mix of the two.
Are you someone who tries hard to work on yourself, who cares deeply and has spent years coping, yet still feels anxiety, depressed, or stuck in the same old patterns? You might be holding things together on the outside while feeling uncertain, disconnected or overwhelmed inside. I'm truly passionate about offering a gentle, supportive approach that's focused on you, giving you the attention and focused care you deserve.
I offer focused, relational therapy for those who want to explore and better understand relationships, with self, others, and the world around us. I offer sessions in person, online, or a mix of the two.
I am an a counsellor and psychotherapist in private practice and I am passionate about empowering people. Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious or struggling with self-esteem? Perhaps you feel stuck in patterns of behaviour as if nothing can change? Do you struggle with narcissistic relationships? Do you feel depressed and is hard to cope with certain feelings?. Does it feel as if work and family struggles are increasingly hard to handle? Perhaps you fear social situations? Are you living with a visual impairment or chronic illness? Do you feel burdened by the past and unable to move on? This is when a therapist like me can help.
I am an a counsellor and psychotherapist in private practice and I am passionate about empowering people. Do you feel overwhelmed, anxious or struggling with self-esteem? Perhaps you feel stuck in patterns of behaviour as if nothing can change? Do you struggle with narcissistic relationships? Do you feel depressed and is hard to cope with certain feelings?. Does it feel as if work and family struggles are increasingly hard to handle? Perhaps you fear social situations? Are you living with a visual impairment or chronic illness? Do you feel burdened by the past and unable to move on? This is when a therapist like me can help.
Hi my names Gen, I’m an integrated therapist/ Supervisor who specialises in anxiety, relationships and low self esteem counselling. If you feel that you are struggling with any of theses issues or just need someone to talk to, I can help you to explore these things and look at how we can move forward and work through them. We will take the time to explore what you have been dealing with and look at different ways of how therapy can help you. I will listen to your needs and adapt our sessions so that you feel comfortable enough to discuss anything you’d like too.
Hi my names Gen, I’m an integrated therapist/ Supervisor who specialises in anxiety, relationships and low self esteem counselling. If you feel that you are struggling with any of theses issues or just need someone to talk to, I can help you to explore these things and look at how we can move forward and work through them. We will take the time to explore what you have been dealing with and look at different ways of how therapy can help you. I will listen to your needs and adapt our sessions so that you feel comfortable enough to discuss anything you’d like too.
Being a parent in this day and age is difficult with all the pressures and anxieties modern life brings.
Children and young people often find it difficult to talk about feelings. Some children will act out these feelings, which can lead to some behaviours that are difficult to understand. Others might withdraw when faced with difficult feelings and become quiet and isolated. Adolescence can be a difficult time, full of anxiety, uncertainty and changes. Together, we will try to understand these feelings and what might be going on. Having an understanding of these feelings and knowing that having these feelings, good or bad, is ok and can be managed will help them feel more in control of their feelings and behaviour.
Being a parent in this day and age is difficult with all the pressures and anxieties modern life brings.
Children and young people often find it difficult to talk about feelings. Some children will act out these feelings, which can lead to some behaviours that are difficult to understand. Others might withdraw when faced with difficult feelings and become quiet and isolated. Adolescence can be a difficult time, full of anxiety, uncertainty and changes. Together, we will try to understand these feelings and what might be going on. Having an understanding of these feelings and knowing that having these feelings, good or bad, is ok and can be managed will help them feel more in control of their feelings and behaviour.
Carmen Morales - Neurodiversity Affirming
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I support adults, couples, and groups struggling with depression and anxiety disorders - GAD, OCD, PTSD, panic, phobias and body dysmorphia. I also attend to low self-esteem, perfectionism, and interpersonal difficulties.
I have specialised in supporting neurodiversity from an affirmative-care approach, moving away from "pathologising symptoms", towards understanding individual needs, goals and wishes.
Additionally, I offer regular and ad hoc clinical supervision, as well as neurodiversity-specific supervision for other clinicians.
I support adults, couples, and groups struggling with depression and anxiety disorders - GAD, OCD, PTSD, panic, phobias and body dysmorphia. I also attend to low self-esteem, perfectionism, and interpersonal difficulties.
I have specialised in supporting neurodiversity from an affirmative-care approach, moving away from "pathologising symptoms", towards understanding individual needs, goals and wishes.
Additionally, I offer regular and ad hoc clinical supervision, as well as neurodiversity-specific supervision for other clinicians.
We also offer Relationship Therapy, Parent Coaching, Family Therapy, Individual Counselling, Play Therapy as well as our work with Children & Teens
At ReWellness , we take an holistic approach to mental health, considering all aspects of a person's life.
Our experienced therapists provide a discreet, professional service tailored to your needs, with flexible daytime and evening appointments. We offer fast access to compassionate, therapy in a warm, welcoming setting .
We also offer Relationship Therapy, Parent Coaching, Family Therapy, Individual Counselling, Play Therapy as well as our work with Children & Teens
At ReWellness , we take an holistic approach to mental health, considering all aspects of a person's life.
Our experienced therapists provide a discreet, professional service tailored to your needs, with flexible daytime and evening appointments. We offer fast access to compassionate, therapy in a warm, welcoming setting .
I strive to offer a warm, empathic, and reassuring space where you can explore your challenges and find a path forward. I believe that everyone deserves to feel heard, understood, and empowered to create positive change in their lives.
I adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for Counselling Professions, ensuring confidentiality and a strong therapeutic relationship. Whether you're seeking individual support, family therapy, or help for your child or adolescent, I am here to walk alongside you on your journey towards well-being.
I strive to offer a warm, empathic, and reassuring space where you can explore your challenges and find a path forward. I believe that everyone deserves to feel heard, understood, and empowered to create positive change in their lives.
I adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for Counselling Professions, ensuring confidentiality and a strong therapeutic relationship. Whether you're seeking individual support, family therapy, or help for your child or adolescent, I am here to walk alongside you on your journey towards well-being.
Hello, I counsel in person in Dorchester and Weymouth in Dorset but also online for wherever you may be. I can provide a trusting and confidential relationship in which to explore and process any problems or challenges you might be experiencing. There are no issues too big or too small, if they are holding you back from living a fulfilling and satisfying life, they are worth talking about. Counselling provides a non-judgemental, non-biased space to do this, allowing for and encouraging fresh perspectives, providing an opportunity to untangle complicated thoughts and feelings, to promote healing and to develop self-awareness.
Hello, I counsel in person in Dorchester and Weymouth in Dorset but also online for wherever you may be. I can provide a trusting and confidential relationship in which to explore and process any problems or challenges you might be experiencing. There are no issues too big or too small, if they are holding you back from living a fulfilling and satisfying life, they are worth talking about. Counselling provides a non-judgemental, non-biased space to do this, allowing for and encouraging fresh perspectives, providing an opportunity to untangle complicated thoughts and feelings, to promote healing and to develop self-awareness.
Hello and welcome. I’m Dr Lara Akers-Douglas, a Clinical Psychologist based in Southampton and on the Isle of Wight, also offering online sessions. I specialise in trauma and provide evidence-based psychological therapy to support healing after difficult life events. Alongside trauma work, I support people with many of life’s challenges — such as anxiety, low mood, stress, OCD, burnout, self-esteem, difficulties in relationships, loss, and times of transition. My approach is collaborative and supportive, helping clients develop insight, resilience, and confidence while improving their mental health and overall wellbeing.
Hello and welcome. I’m Dr Lara Akers-Douglas, a Clinical Psychologist based in Southampton and on the Isle of Wight, also offering online sessions. I specialise in trauma and provide evidence-based psychological therapy to support healing after difficult life events. Alongside trauma work, I support people with many of life’s challenges — such as anxiety, low mood, stress, OCD, burnout, self-esteem, difficulties in relationships, loss, and times of transition. My approach is collaborative and supportive, helping clients develop insight, resilience, and confidence while improving their mental health and overall wellbeing.
You may look like you’re coping on the outside while internally feeling exhausted, anxious, disconnected or overwhelmed. Perhaps you struggle with low self-esteem, people-pleasing, perfectionism, relationship difficulties or the lasting impact of trauma, emotional neglect and painful relationships. You may find yourself stuck in cycles of self-criticism, overthinking, emotional burnout or feeling “not good enough,” no matter how hard you try. Many of the clients I work with are highly sensitive, caring, capable people who have spent much of their lives prioritising others while feeling disconnected from themselves.
You may look like you’re coping on the outside while internally feeling exhausted, anxious, disconnected or overwhelmed. Perhaps you struggle with low self-esteem, people-pleasing, perfectionism, relationship difficulties or the lasting impact of trauma, emotional neglect and painful relationships. You may find yourself stuck in cycles of self-criticism, overthinking, emotional burnout or feeling “not good enough,” no matter how hard you try. Many of the clients I work with are highly sensitive, caring, capable people who have spent much of their lives prioritising others while feeling disconnected from themselves.
Dr Clair is an experienced & highly trained Clinical Psychologist specializing in individual & couples therapy. She offers a supportive, compassionate yet focused space to understand & alleviate emotional & relational difficulties. She specializes in attachment-based trauma—the wounding experiences in child & adult relationships that shape our protective patterns (how we think, feel, & navigate life). If you feel anxious/overwhelmed, or stuck in painful patterns (eg perfectionism, striving, etc) or relationship cycles (conflict, poor comms, lack of intimacy/safety), therapy can help you heal, evolve, & build connected relationships.
Dr Clair is an experienced & highly trained Clinical Psychologist specializing in individual & couples therapy. She offers a supportive, compassionate yet focused space to understand & alleviate emotional & relational difficulties. She specializes in attachment-based trauma—the wounding experiences in child & adult relationships that shape our protective patterns (how we think, feel, & navigate life). If you feel anxious/overwhelmed, or stuck in painful patterns (eg perfectionism, striving, etc) or relationship cycles (conflict, poor comms, lack of intimacy/safety), therapy can help you heal, evolve, & build connected relationships.
I am a highly experienced counsellor and my aim is to create a positive, trusting environment in which I help you to help yourself. I provide a safe and caring professional counselling and psychotherapy service. I am an empathic and approachable person working in a non-judgemental and confidential way. By exploring your past, the causes of present day problems are often revealed. We can't change the past, but we can gain understanding allowing you to relate differently to yourself, others and problems in order to choose to make changes or find acceptance.
I am a highly experienced counsellor and my aim is to create a positive, trusting environment in which I help you to help yourself. I provide a safe and caring professional counselling and psychotherapy service. I am an empathic and approachable person working in a non-judgemental and confidential way. By exploring your past, the causes of present day problems are often revealed. We can't change the past, but we can gain understanding allowing you to relate differently to yourself, others and problems in order to choose to make changes or find acceptance.
You might feel caught in an exhausting, repetitive cycle where every conversation feels like a minefield or a drift into "stony silence." My clients are often couples who feel trapped in the Drama Triangle, constantly going through the roles of Rescuer, Victim, or Persecutor without knowing how to stop. You are likely seeking more than just a space to "vent"; you want to understand the deeper "why" behind your patterns. Your goal is to move past the blame and the "invisible scripts" of the past to rediscover emotional safety, mutual respect, and a relationship that finally feels like a partnership again.
You might feel caught in an exhausting, repetitive cycle where every conversation feels like a minefield or a drift into "stony silence." My clients are often couples who feel trapped in the Drama Triangle, constantly going through the roles of Rescuer, Victim, or Persecutor without knowing how to stop. You are likely seeking more than just a space to "vent"; you want to understand the deeper "why" behind your patterns. Your goal is to move past the blame and the "invisible scripts" of the past to rediscover emotional safety, mutual respect, and a relationship that finally feels like a partnership again.
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Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.