Male Counselling in Woodbridge, ENG

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Martin Wilks
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Woodbridge IP12
People who are keen to re-orientate their lives in the direction of their values - towards what gives them a sense of meaning and purpose. Having a clearer idea of what really matters helps people motivate themselves - even to the extent of accepting the difficulties it may entail - to either change or persist - in behaviours that will move them in their valued directions. Typically, this approach can be powerfully effective in dealing with the pervasive problems of stress, anxiety and depression and other chronic issues where rigid patterns of avoidant behaviour have developed.
People who are keen to re-orientate their lives in the direction of their values - towards what gives them a sense of meaning and purpose. Having a clearer idea of what really matters helps people motivate themselves - even to the extent of accepting the difficulties it may entail - to either change or persist - in behaviours that will move them in their valued directions. Typically, this approach can be powerfully effective in dealing with the pervasive problems of stress, anxiety and depression and other chronic issues where rigid patterns of avoidant behaviour have developed.
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Ewan Stickley
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Woodbridge IP12
I specialise in: substance abuse disorders; addiction; PTSD and childhood trauma; men's well-being; workplace stress and anxiety.
People come to counselling for many different reasons. Usually, they've tried to deal with their issues and problems by themselves and managed to get by or cope. Sometimes, these burdens feel too much to bear and what used to work no longer does. If you are feeling stuck, powerless, and exhausted maybe counselling can help. "You can not heal what has not been revealed" as the saying goes - so being in an environment where you can express your thoughts and feelings without humiliation, shame, or guilt is the first step in ridding yourself of the burdens that are holding you back.
I specialise in: substance abuse disorders; addiction; PTSD and childhood trauma; men's well-being; workplace stress and anxiety.
People come to counselling for many different reasons. Usually, they've tried to deal with their issues and problems by themselves and managed to get by or cope. Sometimes, these burdens feel too much to bear and what used to work no longer does. If you are feeling stuck, powerless, and exhausted maybe counselling can help. "You can not heal what has not been revealed" as the saying goes - so being in an environment where you can express your thoughts and feelings without humiliation, shame, or guilt is the first step in ridding yourself of the burdens that are holding you back.
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David Charles Smyth
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Woodbridge IP13
I am a BACP Accredited Person-Centred Practitioner and Supervisor with more than 20 years experience and 20,000 hours of clinical practice. When we are thinking about accessing counselling therapy, it can be tricky to know how to proceed especially if we have had a poor prior experience or if this is a new venture. Practitioners need to be mindful that each person is an individual snd need to feel valued as such if they are to find - through therapy - what it is they would like to achieve for themselves. It can be difficult to know what we may want from this process but, often having such a want is enough to spur us on.
I am a BACP Accredited Person-Centred Practitioner and Supervisor with more than 20 years experience and 20,000 hours of clinical practice. When we are thinking about accessing counselling therapy, it can be tricky to know how to proceed especially if we have had a poor prior experience or if this is a new venture. Practitioners need to be mindful that each person is an individual snd need to feel valued as such if they are to find - through therapy - what it is they would like to achieve for themselves. It can be difficult to know what we may want from this process but, often having such a want is enough to spur us on.
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Ed Christmas
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Woodbridge IP12
Hi, I’m Ed Christmas. I am a qualified counsellor and hypnotherapist, having trained and practiced integratively since 2018. I offer both online and face-to-face therapy from my studio in Bentley, Suffolk, and at the Natural Health Centre in Woodbridge, Suffolk I have a particular interest in working with clients to help them recognise and address their conditioning and trauma. Often, it is the things that we learned or were told along the way that are problematic - about ourselves, others and the world - about our past, present and future - about our purpose and our identity.
Hi, I’m Ed Christmas. I am a qualified counsellor and hypnotherapist, having trained and practiced integratively since 2018. I offer both online and face-to-face therapy from my studio in Bentley, Suffolk, and at the Natural Health Centre in Woodbridge, Suffolk I have a particular interest in working with clients to help them recognise and address their conditioning and trauma. Often, it is the things that we learned or were told along the way that are problematic - about ourselves, others and the world - about our past, present and future - about our purpose and our identity.
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Steve Peck
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified Verified
Woodbridge IP12
Understanding what's going on gives us the power to change it. Getting specific about the symptoms and their underlying causes enables us to agree to a course of action with which I can support you. By working with the resources you already possess, change really can happen quickly.
Understanding what's going on gives us the power to change it. Getting specific about the symptoms and their underlying causes enables us to agree to a course of action with which I can support you. By working with the resources you already possess, change really can happen quickly.
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Michael Patrick Buckley
Counsellor, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Woodbridge IP12
With over 25 years experience working as a therapist and my own life challenges, I am still continually stretching myself and increasing my knowledge and skills, for the benefit of my clients. My passion and purpose in life is to challenge my own mind and passing that knowledge and experience on, helping you to do the same and ultimately feeling able to handle anything that happens in life, even through difficult times. Issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, fears, etc. are quite common in these times and together we may be able to help you with strategies and clear understanding at a deeper level, enabling you to progress.
With over 25 years experience working as a therapist and my own life challenges, I am still continually stretching myself and increasing my knowledge and skills, for the benefit of my clients. My passion and purpose in life is to challenge my own mind and passing that knowledge and experience on, helping you to do the same and ultimately feeling able to handle anything that happens in life, even through difficult times. Issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, fears, etc. are quite common in these times and together we may be able to help you with strategies and clear understanding at a deeper level, enabling you to progress.
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Ian Gaskin
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Woodbridge IP12
Thanks for dropping by and welcome to my page. With conditions such as Anxiety and Depression on the rise, I offer a keen insight into Attachment and Generational Trauma Related material. Via exploration of the things that hold us back, I aim to support healthy life changes through increasing self awareness & strengthening the mind-body connection.
Thanks for dropping by and welcome to my page. With conditions such as Anxiety and Depression on the rise, I offer a keen insight into Attachment and Generational Trauma Related material. Via exploration of the things that hold us back, I aim to support healthy life changes through increasing self awareness & strengthening the mind-body connection.
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Keith Solomon
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Ipswich IP3
I'm a Systemic Psychotherapist, Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist and EMDR therapists. I help individuals and Couples overcome difficulties, enabling them to lead the fulfilling lives they desire. I have over 16 years’ experience working with relationships. I work with a wide range of identity types with people facing various forms of distress, both as individuals and the context of relationships. My ultimate goal is to provide a supportive, empathetic non-judgemental environment where people can explore their challenges, gain a deeper understanding of themselves, and develop their ability to bring about positive change.
I'm a Systemic Psychotherapist, Emotionally Focused Couple Therapist and EMDR therapists. I help individuals and Couples overcome difficulties, enabling them to lead the fulfilling lives they desire. I have over 16 years’ experience working with relationships. I work with a wide range of identity types with people facing various forms of distress, both as individuals and the context of relationships. My ultimate goal is to provide a supportive, empathetic non-judgemental environment where people can explore their challenges, gain a deeper understanding of themselves, and develop their ability to bring about positive change.
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Laurie Seiler
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Ipswich IP1
Laurie is a registered mental health nurse and accredited cognitive behavioural therapist. He also has specialist qualifications in child and adolescent mental health, EMDR, and NLP. Laurie is the author of the book Cool Connections With CBT (Published by Jessica Kingsley) and has a wide range of experience supporting both adults and young people. Before qualifying as a nurse in 1997, he gained a wide range of experience working for with both adults and children in a number of different residential, hospitals, and school settings.
Laurie is a registered mental health nurse and accredited cognitive behavioural therapist. He also has specialist qualifications in child and adolescent mental health, EMDR, and NLP. Laurie is the author of the book Cool Connections With CBT (Published by Jessica Kingsley) and has a wide range of experience supporting both adults and young people. Before qualifying as a nurse in 1997, he gained a wide range of experience working for with both adults and children in a number of different residential, hospitals, and school settings.
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David Archard
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ipswich IP1
Hi. I am dedicated to helping people develop a better understanding of their true selves and consequently the way they approach relationships and life events. When life brings uncomfortable and sometimes unbearable emotions, it can be easier to run or hide from them. This may work in the short-term, but is often not a sustainable approach for a happy and healthy life. By working together, we can make sense of your thoughts and feelings, leading to better emotional and mental wellbeing. All ranges of emotions are welcome and can be explored in a safe, supportive, non-judgemental manner, helping you gain insight into your inner world.
Hi. I am dedicated to helping people develop a better understanding of their true selves and consequently the way they approach relationships and life events. When life brings uncomfortable and sometimes unbearable emotions, it can be easier to run or hide from them. This may work in the short-term, but is often not a sustainable approach for a happy and healthy life. By working together, we can make sense of your thoughts and feelings, leading to better emotional and mental wellbeing. All ranges of emotions are welcome and can be explored in a safe, supportive, non-judgemental manner, helping you gain insight into your inner world.
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David Seaman
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ipswich IP3
I believe our childhood experiences form who we are in our adult relationships, we carry with us the traumas we experience in our lives, these can manifest themselves as psychological and physiological problems, we have to survive so we bury the unpleasant feelings, they are buried alive and want to get out, we suffer, experiencing anxiety, depression, mental and physical illness, the internal and external voices are overwhelming. Counselling is an opportunity to address these feelings, to sit with emotions that may be unfamiliar. I know counselling can help because I have seen many individuals break the cycle.
I believe our childhood experiences form who we are in our adult relationships, we carry with us the traumas we experience in our lives, these can manifest themselves as psychological and physiological problems, we have to survive so we bury the unpleasant feelings, they are buried alive and want to get out, we suffer, experiencing anxiety, depression, mental and physical illness, the internal and external voices are overwhelming. Counselling is an opportunity to address these feelings, to sit with emotions that may be unfamiliar. I know counselling can help because I have seen many individuals break the cycle.
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Edward Silver Ba (Hons)
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ipswich IP6
I offer a choice of In Person Psychotherapy & Outdoor Walk & Talk Counselling from my private practice in the rural setting of Gosbeck, near Ipswich, Suffolk, (IP6). Or Remote Online and Telephone Counselling. With over 15 years experience I am able to support the following; Childhood Abuse & Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Depression, Loss & Bereavement, Separation & Divorce, Affairs & Betrayal, Issues around Adoption, Infertility, Addiction(s), PTSD, , Stress, Anxiety, OCD, ADHD, Low Self Esteem, Long Term Illness, Dissociation, Bereavement, Sexual Identity, Spirituality
I offer a choice of In Person Psychotherapy & Outdoor Walk & Talk Counselling from my private practice in the rural setting of Gosbeck, near Ipswich, Suffolk, (IP6). Or Remote Online and Telephone Counselling. With over 15 years experience I am able to support the following; Childhood Abuse & Trauma, Sexual Abuse, Depression, Loss & Bereavement, Separation & Divorce, Affairs & Betrayal, Issues around Adoption, Infertility, Addiction(s), PTSD, , Stress, Anxiety, OCD, ADHD, Low Self Esteem, Long Term Illness, Dissociation, Bereavement, Sexual Identity, Spirituality
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Apostolos Georgios Fournaris
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ipswich IP1
I am a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist. I offer my services online or in person. I am here to provide a non-judgemental, safe space. Please contact me if you feel you, or someone close to you, need help with anxiety, depression, bereavement, relationships, gender identity, substance misuse, addiction, or anger. If you feel there is a family matter you wish to explore and/or resolve, or if you just feel you would like to explore who you are and how you relate to others in general. I am here if your organisation needs staff and/or member support in the form of therapy or education. I adhere to the BACP and the BPS ethical frameworks.
I am a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist. I offer my services online or in person. I am here to provide a non-judgemental, safe space. Please contact me if you feel you, or someone close to you, need help with anxiety, depression, bereavement, relationships, gender identity, substance misuse, addiction, or anger. If you feel there is a family matter you wish to explore and/or resolve, or if you just feel you would like to explore who you are and how you relate to others in general. I am here if your organisation needs staff and/or member support in the form of therapy or education. I adhere to the BACP and the BPS ethical frameworks.
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David Lloyd Jones
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ipswich IP3
It is my aim to give complete regard to my client's needs for in-depth interventions rather than fixed session numbers. Some issues resolve quickly . However mental issues and the suffering they cause are often multi-layered and you may have been living with their effects for several years. We can lose sight of our own abilities and strengths; our ability to deal with life's challenges and our ability to respond too to its gifts. You may feel unable to feel.
It is my aim to give complete regard to my client's needs for in-depth interventions rather than fixed session numbers. Some issues resolve quickly . However mental issues and the suffering they cause are often multi-layered and you may have been living with their effects for several years. We can lose sight of our own abilities and strengths; our ability to deal with life's challenges and our ability to respond too to its gifts. You may feel unable to feel.
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Suffolk Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Ipswich IP1
Clients approach me when they are seeking greater fulfilment in their lives. Anxiety, fear, and stress, can sometimes affect the relationship we have with ourselves and others . Clients always need to know that they are listened to and taken seriously. This is achieved by helping clients to become more tolerant and kinder to themselves. This is what I believe is the basis to my style of Psychotherapy.
Clients approach me when they are seeking greater fulfilment in their lives. Anxiety, fear, and stress, can sometimes affect the relationship we have with ourselves and others . Clients always need to know that they are listened to and taken seriously. This is achieved by helping clients to become more tolerant and kinder to themselves. This is what I believe is the basis to my style of Psychotherapy.
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Joshua Samuel Royle
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ipswich IP1
Hello, my name is Joshua, I am a psychotherapist and counsellor based in Sudbury, Suffolk. I have experience working with a range of diverse clients with a variety of complex needs ranging from Trauma, Childhood Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Loss & Bereavement, amongst many other areas. I believe all individuals deserve an empathic, healing & gentle therapeutic relationship where all concerns can be addressed within a safe space. I can offer a variety of platforms in terms of facilitating Counselling & Psychotherapy including: In Person, Online, telephone and via home visits if required.
Hello, my name is Joshua, I am a psychotherapist and counsellor based in Sudbury, Suffolk. I have experience working with a range of diverse clients with a variety of complex needs ranging from Trauma, Childhood Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Loss & Bereavement, amongst many other areas. I believe all individuals deserve an empathic, healing & gentle therapeutic relationship where all concerns can be addressed within a safe space. I can offer a variety of platforms in terms of facilitating Counselling & Psychotherapy including: In Person, Online, telephone and via home visits if required.
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Michael James Rivers
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ipswich IP4
Entering therapy can feel like a like an emotionally challenging and daunting step. Perhaps, at first full of unknowns and uncertainties. If you choose to work with me I offer a compassionate and reassuring approach. In this approach, where required I offer information to help you further understand your current difficulties. From that together we can explore a way forward. Strong feelings, unwanted behaviours, infringing thoughts and firmly held unhelpful belief systems can hinder our satisfaction, contentment and plans. EMDR is a proven approach that can alleviate such symptoms.
Entering therapy can feel like a like an emotionally challenging and daunting step. Perhaps, at first full of unknowns and uncertainties. If you choose to work with me I offer a compassionate and reassuring approach. In this approach, where required I offer information to help you further understand your current difficulties. From that together we can explore a way forward. Strong feelings, unwanted behaviours, infringing thoughts and firmly held unhelpful belief systems can hinder our satisfaction, contentment and plans. EMDR is a proven approach that can alleviate such symptoms.
01473 943634 View 01473 943634
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Troy J Shelton
Psychotherapist, MSc, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
Ipswich IP1
Getting to this point is a big step, fighting the internal and external stigma and what seeking support means for us. I believe that we all bring a story or script that has until now, dictated and limited the options we feel are available to us. Through our work together we can identify unhelpful or destructive thoughts, feelings and behaviours. My professional passion is working with: Couples & Individuals with relationship problems (with others or self) Groups and Families.
Getting to this point is a big step, fighting the internal and external stigma and what seeking support means for us. I believe that we all bring a story or script that has until now, dictated and limited the options we feel are available to us. Through our work together we can identify unhelpful or destructive thoughts, feelings and behaviours. My professional passion is working with: Couples & Individuals with relationship problems (with others or self) Groups and Families.
07418 608771 View 07418 608771
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Marc Oakland Bevan
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ipswich IP1  (Online Only)
I build therapeutic relationships based on the Client-Centered core conditions of Empathy, Unconditional Positive Regard (respect) and Congruence (genuineness) I have had a lot of success with helping young people and younger adults, as well as parents of adolescents feel more comfortable within themselves and move towards their full potential. I work with low level mental health difficulties that are not entrenched and relationship and personal identity issues and emotional difficulties. I also enjoy supervising trainee Counsellers and those in the early stages of their practice.
I build therapeutic relationships based on the Client-Centered core conditions of Empathy, Unconditional Positive Regard (respect) and Congruence (genuineness) I have had a lot of success with helping young people and younger adults, as well as parents of adolescents feel more comfortable within themselves and move towards their full potential. I work with low level mental health difficulties that are not entrenched and relationship and personal identity issues and emotional difficulties. I also enjoy supervising trainee Counsellers and those in the early stages of their practice.
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Tony Donovan
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ipswich IP1
Waitlist for new clients
As an integrative counsellor, I draw on a range of effective therapeutic approaches. It can be helpful to work through your thoughts and feelings with someone who seeks to understand us, someone who can offer effective reflection on our situation. I'll work with you to authentically explore your challenges and to make helpful changes in your life. You’ll be listened to, accepted and respected, whatever you choose to bring.
As an integrative counsellor, I draw on a range of effective therapeutic approaches. It can be helpful to work through your thoughts and feelings with someone who seeks to understand us, someone who can offer effective reflection on our situation. I'll work with you to authentically explore your challenges and to make helpful changes in your life. You’ll be listened to, accepted and respected, whatever you choose to bring.
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Male Counsellors

As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?

There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.

How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?

Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.

Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?

Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with a male therapist. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.

Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?

Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.