Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Winchester

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Dr Clare Evans
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Winchester SO23  (Online Only)
Approaches drawn on (but not limited to) include; Cognitive Behavioural, Acceptance and Commitment, Compassionate approaches and Narrative Therapies.
Offering therapy for both adults and young people who may be struggling with any emotional difficulty, and are looking for a therapist able to deliver both person-centred and evidence-based therapy. I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist offering one to one therapy using a formulation (understanding) driven approach. Therapy can initially seem like a daunting prospect. However, I strongly believe that it also represents a brave and positive step taken toward personal growth. I will help guide you through at your pace, allowing you to feel safe, respected and validated.
Approaches drawn on (but not limited to) include; Cognitive Behavioural, Acceptance and Commitment, Compassionate approaches and Narrative Therapies.
Offering therapy for both adults and young people who may be struggling with any emotional difficulty, and are looking for a therapist able to deliver both person-centred and evidence-based therapy. I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist offering one to one therapy using a formulation (understanding) driven approach. Therapy can initially seem like a daunting prospect. However, I strongly believe that it also represents a brave and positive step taken toward personal growth. I will help guide you through at your pace, allowing you to feel safe, respected and validated.
01962 571871 View 01962 571871
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Jamie Pratt
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winchester SO22
I am trained in EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy.
If you find that you are struggling with low mood or anxiety, or you have experienced difficulties in your life, coming to therapy can be an important first step to making sense of these. My approach to therapy is collaborative, where we can explore together some of the issues that are causing difficulties for you now and develop ideas and skills that can help you to make a positive difference and changes in your life. Starting therapy can be daunting, but we can work together, at your pace to develop an idea of your difficulties, what you want to be different, and how we can work towards this.
I am trained in EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy.
If you find that you are struggling with low mood or anxiety, or you have experienced difficulties in your life, coming to therapy can be an important first step to making sense of these. My approach to therapy is collaborative, where we can explore together some of the issues that are causing difficulties for you now and develop ideas and skills that can help you to make a positive difference and changes in your life. Starting therapy can be daunting, but we can work together, at your pace to develop an idea of your difficulties, what you want to be different, and how we can work towards this.
01794 339783 View 01794 339783
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Dr Kirsty Forsyth
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Winchester SO21  (Online Only)
An accredited Schema Therapist & trained in ACT, CBT & mindfulness, I specialize in helping people who are trapped in unhelpful patterns of relating to themselves and others.
Well done for taking the first step in improving your life. I specialize in helping people caught in negative patterns that can lead to chronic low mood, anxiety, poor self-esteem & relationship problems. I am non-judgmental, open and down to earth and believe in providing therapy that makes sense to you and makes a difference to your life. I am experienced in providing effective & compassionate therapy and will guide you every step of the way, helping you to develop an understanding of your difficulties, develop self awareness, enhance your inner strength, and break free of unhelpful patterns of being.
An accredited Schema Therapist & trained in ACT, CBT & mindfulness, I specialize in helping people who are trapped in unhelpful patterns of relating to themselves and others.
Well done for taking the first step in improving your life. I specialize in helping people caught in negative patterns that can lead to chronic low mood, anxiety, poor self-esteem & relationship problems. I am non-judgmental, open and down to earth and believe in providing therapy that makes sense to you and makes a difference to your life. I am experienced in providing effective & compassionate therapy and will guide you every step of the way, helping you to develop an understanding of your difficulties, develop self awareness, enhance your inner strength, and break free of unhelpful patterns of being.
01292 432085 View 01292 432085
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Dr Lindsay Walker
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winchester SO22
I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) in my work.
As a Clinical Psychologist I am passionate about working with people to address their emotional and mental health difficulties and to achieve their treatment goals. I have a particular interest in working with addictions, trauma, and anxiety disorders and as such these are my main areas of expertise. In addition to working privately, I also worked in an NHS Addictions Service until recently, predominantly with alcohol and illicit drugs, and as a result much of my work was with people with complex mental health needs.
I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) in my work.
As a Clinical Psychologist I am passionate about working with people to address their emotional and mental health difficulties and to achieve their treatment goals. I have a particular interest in working with addictions, trauma, and anxiety disorders and as such these are my main areas of expertise. In addition to working privately, I also worked in an NHS Addictions Service until recently, predominantly with alcohol and illicit drugs, and as a result much of my work was with people with complex mental health needs.
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Dr Pat Gwyer
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Winchester SO22
Drawing on a number of different evidence-based approaches (ACT, CBT, DBT), you and I explore your experiences and find ways to reduce depression, and anxiety and build resilience.
Is anxiety, depression, or repeating patterns of unhelpful behaviour impacting you? Are you stuck in a pattern of negative thinking, struggling with managing emotions, finding it hard to live with a traumatic event or having work or relationship difficulties? If so, you would probably benefit from evidence-based therapy to learn new ways of coping and how to get your life back on track. I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience specialising in the combination of Clinical and Positive Psychology for the treatment of complex mental health difficulties and may be able to help.
Drawing on a number of different evidence-based approaches (ACT, CBT, DBT), you and I explore your experiences and find ways to reduce depression, and anxiety and build resilience.
Is anxiety, depression, or repeating patterns of unhelpful behaviour impacting you? Are you stuck in a pattern of negative thinking, struggling with managing emotions, finding it hard to live with a traumatic event or having work or relationship difficulties? If so, you would probably benefit from evidence-based therapy to learn new ways of coping and how to get your life back on track. I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience specialising in the combination of Clinical and Positive Psychology for the treatment of complex mental health difficulties and may be able to help.
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Gaynor Williams
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Winchester SO21
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.
023 8235 6102 View 023 8235 6102
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Julie Dickson
Verified Verified
Winchester SO23  (Online Only)
I offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and mindfulness based therapy such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Hello. We all have periods in our lives when we experience challenges that impact us emotionally. Past trauma, recent loss or life adjustment, interpersonal conflict, physical ill health or change in social circumstances, for example, can test our psychological coping. We can be left with difficult emotions that overwhelm us and impact on our functioning, sense of self and general outlook. You may be looking for a space for reflection, or wish to work towards specific behavioural goals. Whether your distress is based on the past, present or future, psychological therapy can offer you an opportunity for change and growth.
I offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and mindfulness based therapy such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Hello. We all have periods in our lives when we experience challenges that impact us emotionally. Past trauma, recent loss or life adjustment, interpersonal conflict, physical ill health or change in social circumstances, for example, can test our psychological coping. We can be left with difficult emotions that overwhelm us and impact on our functioning, sense of self and general outlook. You may be looking for a space for reflection, or wish to work towards specific behavioural goals. Whether your distress is based on the past, present or future, psychological therapy can offer you an opportunity for change and growth.
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Dr James Adamson
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Winchester SO21
Do you find yourself struggling with overwhelming anxiety, feeling low, lost or lacking a sense of purpose? I understand how challenging these emotions can be, and I'm here to help you navigate through them. As a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of professional experience in both clinical and research settings, I have honed my expertise in evidence-based approaches to therapy. Although my training spans CBT, Systemic and Psychodynamic approaches to therapy, I have most expertise in CBT and third wave approaches such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and compassion focused therapy (CFT).
Do you find yourself struggling with overwhelming anxiety, feeling low, lost or lacking a sense of purpose? I understand how challenging these emotions can be, and I'm here to help you navigate through them. As a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of professional experience in both clinical and research settings, I have honed my expertise in evidence-based approaches to therapy. Although my training spans CBT, Systemic and Psychodynamic approaches to therapy, I have most expertise in CBT and third wave approaches such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and compassion focused therapy (CFT).
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Sian Melville
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winchester SO21
I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) approaches helping you to manage any worries, anxieties and unhelpful or negative thoughts.
Hello I'm Sian Melville and I run Lifted Therapy. . I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with nearly 10 years experience in physical and mental healthcare settings. I specialise in supporting adults experiencing anxiety, depression and Long Term Physical Health Conditions including Diabetes, COPD, Heart Conditions, Chronic Pain and IBS. My aim is to support and help you make peace with your thoughts and emotions and help make sense of what is happening in a warm and supportive therapy space and help you to live the life you want, in line with your values.
I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) approaches helping you to manage any worries, anxieties and unhelpful or negative thoughts.
Hello I'm Sian Melville and I run Lifted Therapy. . I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with nearly 10 years experience in physical and mental healthcare settings. I specialise in supporting adults experiencing anxiety, depression and Long Term Physical Health Conditions including Diabetes, COPD, Heart Conditions, Chronic Pain and IBS. My aim is to support and help you make peace with your thoughts and emotions and help make sense of what is happening in a warm and supportive therapy space and help you to live the life you want, in line with your values.
01256 975045 View 01256 975045
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Xenia Kaspar
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Winchester SO21
Hello, my name is Xenia. I am a single mum of 4 young people. I have certainly had my own share of challenges over the years, and therapy has helped me learn how to navigate the maze that is life. I can support you to do the same.
Hello, my name is Xenia. I am a single mum of 4 young people. I have certainly had my own share of challenges over the years, and therapy has helped me learn how to navigate the maze that is life. I can support you to do the same.
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Sara Elizabeth Gallagher
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Winchester SO21  (Online Only)
I have been working as a therapist for 11 years and have a broad breadth of experience working with many presenting issue's. I take a warm, comfortable, welcoming and genuinely caring approach to my work. Asking for help can be very difficult and I recognise that. If you feel you have tried everything and nothing has changed then talking to a professional may help. You don't need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Therapy can be useful to increase awareness and provide understanding of why we do what we do.
I have been working as a therapist for 11 years and have a broad breadth of experience working with many presenting issue's. I take a warm, comfortable, welcoming and genuinely caring approach to my work. Asking for help can be very difficult and I recognise that. If you feel you have tried everything and nothing has changed then talking to a professional may help. You don't need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Therapy can be useful to increase awareness and provide understanding of why we do what we do.
01962 673514 View 01962 673514
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Samantha Elizabeth Barnes
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Winchester SO23
Welcome to my profile, this is your time to move forward and I can offer you therapy which is professional and effective when life presents with difficulties and challenges. My practice provides a confidential online, telephone and video-call option as well as face to face counselling support. Counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and relationship counselling for couples can be helpful and hugely rewarding at any stage of life. The counselling experience I provide is an opportunity for self-development and personal growth, building on your own particular strengths and enabling an increased sense of overall wellbeing.
Welcome to my profile, this is your time to move forward and I can offer you therapy which is professional and effective when life presents with difficulties and challenges. My practice provides a confidential online, telephone and video-call option as well as face to face counselling support. Counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and relationship counselling for couples can be helpful and hugely rewarding at any stage of life. The counselling experience I provide is an opportunity for self-development and personal growth, building on your own particular strengths and enabling an increased sense of overall wellbeing.
01962 589451 View 01962 589451
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Hampshire Autism and ADHD Service
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Winchester SO21
We are a multi-disciplinary team with decades of experience and expertise in providing assessments of Autism and ADHD for children and adults. Our assessments are gold standard, NICE compliant and accepted by the NHS, schools, colleges, universities and workplaces. Whatever the outcome, we develop bespoke recommendations that detail the reasonable adjustments that can be made to support you or your child's access and inclusion, mental health and well-being. We can also provide family, couples or individual intervention following assessment.
We are a multi-disciplinary team with decades of experience and expertise in providing assessments of Autism and ADHD for children and adults. Our assessments are gold standard, NICE compliant and accepted by the NHS, schools, colleges, universities and workplaces. Whatever the outcome, we develop bespoke recommendations that detail the reasonable adjustments that can be made to support you or your child's access and inclusion, mental health and well-being. We can also provide family, couples or individual intervention following assessment.
01962 392947 View 01962 392947
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Gilly Dowthwaite Wells
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Winchester SO21
INITIAL CONSULTATION! For individuals, couples, and adolescents. Relationship Specialist, Experienced Counsellor, Psychotherapist, Supervisor and Mindfulness Coach. I coach the leadership team at the NHS and previously a therapist with the NHS, Relate, and CAMHS. Based at The Friarsgate GP Surgery and my home practice counselling for a range of issues including anxiety, relationship issues, low self esteem, abuse, trauma, bereavement, depression, addictions, infertility and have many years experience. I offer a confidential safe, trusting environment for you to explore your issues and find a way forward.
INITIAL CONSULTATION! For individuals, couples, and adolescents. Relationship Specialist, Experienced Counsellor, Psychotherapist, Supervisor and Mindfulness Coach. I coach the leadership team at the NHS and previously a therapist with the NHS, Relate, and CAMHS. Based at The Friarsgate GP Surgery and my home practice counselling for a range of issues including anxiety, relationship issues, low self esteem, abuse, trauma, bereavement, depression, addictions, infertility and have many years experience. I offer a confidential safe, trusting environment for you to explore your issues and find a way forward.
01962 571706 View 01962 571706
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Dr Katherine Mollart
Verified Verified
Winchester SO22
I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Oxford University. I have experience of working with individuals, couples, families, adults, older adults, children and adolescents and people with learning disabilities, within a wide range of NHS health care settings. I specialise in working with couples and also supporting people who have long-term physical health problems such as diabetes, chronic pain and chronic fatigue. I wrote my doctoral thesis on adolescents’ experiences of going to boarding school and have an interest in the impact of boarding school on psychological wellbeing.
I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Oxford University. I have experience of working with individuals, couples, families, adults, older adults, children and adolescents and people with learning disabilities, within a wide range of NHS health care settings. I specialise in working with couples and also supporting people who have long-term physical health problems such as diabetes, chronic pain and chronic fatigue. I wrote my doctoral thesis on adolescents’ experiences of going to boarding school and have an interest in the impact of boarding school on psychological wellbeing.
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RER Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Winchester SO22
My name is Rocio and I can help you overcome the emotional challenges that life sometimes brings. With trust, understanding, and no judgement, we can explore your mind together, so you can access the tools to build a better life. I work relationally, we will create changes together. That's why I offer a free introductory consultation, to decide if we are a good match.
My name is Rocio and I can help you overcome the emotional challenges that life sometimes brings. With trust, understanding, and no judgement, we can explore your mind together, so you can access the tools to build a better life. I work relationally, we will create changes together. That's why I offer a free introductory consultation, to decide if we are a good match.
01962 670902 View 01962 670902
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Angela Marston
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Winchester SO21
Is your fear getting in the way of you living your life the way you want to? You may be suffering from loss, trauma, grief, anxiety or depression. If any of these or something in your past or present is getting in the way of you living your best life, I can help. Providing private counselling in Winchester since 2015, I am highly experienced psychotherapist, and offer a caring and empathetic space for you to work through your life’s problems and challenges. As a Psychotherapist/Counsellor and accredited member of the BACP, I am trained and qualified in a range of therapeutic models, including Person-centred, and CBT techniques.
Is your fear getting in the way of you living your life the way you want to? You may be suffering from loss, trauma, grief, anxiety or depression. If any of these or something in your past or present is getting in the way of you living your best life, I can help. Providing private counselling in Winchester since 2015, I am highly experienced psychotherapist, and offer a caring and empathetic space for you to work through your life’s problems and challenges. As a Psychotherapist/Counsellor and accredited member of the BACP, I am trained and qualified in a range of therapeutic models, including Person-centred, and CBT techniques.
01962 674477 View 01962 674477
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Dr Carla Matias
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Winchester SO21  (Online Only)
I am a Clinical Psychologist working in a small, specialist practice, Questa, offering gold standard psychological services for children, teenagers, adults and families. My approach to psychological therapy is integrative, tailoring the most effective treatments to each client’s specific needs. I also emphasise change-based therapies, which require a trusting and collaborative working partnership. I aim to provide clients with a safe space in which they can feel heard and understood in a non-judgmental and empathic way, identify their strengths, and learn healthy ways of coping and achieve personally meaningful goals.
I am a Clinical Psychologist working in a small, specialist practice, Questa, offering gold standard psychological services for children, teenagers, adults and families. My approach to psychological therapy is integrative, tailoring the most effective treatments to each client’s specific needs. I also emphasise change-based therapies, which require a trusting and collaborative working partnership. I aim to provide clients with a safe space in which they can feel heard and understood in a non-judgmental and empathic way, identify their strengths, and learn healthy ways of coping and achieve personally meaningful goals.
01962 674475 View 01962 674475
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Men's Issues Therapy
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Winchester SO21
As a Professor of psychology with academic expertise on men, masculinities, sex and relationships, I provide bespoke therapy for men’s needs. Men prefer a less emotional, no-nonsense approach to counselling. My approach is thus problem-centered, solution-focused, with practical application and flexible session lengths. My expertise is to help men with relationship problems, particularly concerning related issues of sex, sexuality, erectile problems, cheating, sexually opening up relationships and multiple issues related to men, adolescents, and masculinities.
As a Professor of psychology with academic expertise on men, masculinities, sex and relationships, I provide bespoke therapy for men’s needs. Men prefer a less emotional, no-nonsense approach to counselling. My approach is thus problem-centered, solution-focused, with practical application and flexible session lengths. My expertise is to help men with relationship problems, particularly concerning related issues of sex, sexuality, erectile problems, cheating, sexually opening up relationships and multiple issues related to men, adolescents, and masculinities.
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Questa Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsychD, AFBPSsS
Verified Verified
Winchester SO22
Questa is a small, specialist practice; we provide a range of psychological services for children and adults, both clinical and educational. In addition to therapy, we are experts in Autism and ADHD assessment/diagnosis. We offer therapy and support for a range of emotional problems for children, teenagers and adults and are specialists in anxiety, depression and trauma, providing therapy to emergency services personnel. Do call or email us today to discuss how we may be able to support you. We can usually help, but if we can't, then we’ll do our very best to offer advice and signposting.
Questa is a small, specialist practice; we provide a range of psychological services for children and adults, both clinical and educational. In addition to therapy, we are experts in Autism and ADHD assessment/diagnosis. We offer therapy and support for a range of emotional problems for children, teenagers and adults and are specialists in anxiety, depression and trauma, providing therapy to emergency services personnel. Do call or email us today to discuss how we may be able to support you. We can usually help, but if we can't, then we’ll do our very best to offer advice and signposting.
023 8192 4877 View 023 8192 4877

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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counsellors

How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.

What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?

The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.

Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?

Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.

How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?

A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.