Counselling for Seniors in Yeovil
In our daily lives there can be times that we find we have problems that are difficult to endure and even harder to share. I offer appropriate individual therapies aimed at your own personal needs in a confidential and safe environment, where we can work together with respect and the time needed for you to explore your own emotions and work towards a positive outcome.
In our daily lives there can be times that we find we have problems that are difficult to endure and even harder to share. I offer appropriate individual therapies aimed at your own personal needs in a confidential and safe environment, where we can work together with respect and the time needed for you to explore your own emotions and work towards a positive outcome.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I work with all adults and young people who come to me with a diverse range of presenting issues, with a particular emphasis on addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. My belief rests on the notion that every person possesses an innate drive to achieve their utmost potential, to grow, and to become the finest version of themselves. This belief serves as a guiding principle as I strive to create a confidential, supportive, empathic, and non-judgemental environment.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I work with all adults and young people who come to me with a diverse range of presenting issues, with a particular emphasis on addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. My belief rests on the notion that every person possesses an innate drive to achieve their utmost potential, to grow, and to become the finest version of themselves. This belief serves as a guiding principle as I strive to create a confidential, supportive, empathic, and non-judgemental environment.
I have great understanding in working with adults, young people, older adults, couples and families.
People come from all walks of life to me. This could be because they are experiencing difficult emotions such as anxiety, panic, family issues, relationship issues, depression, grief or sadness. Perhaps you have been diagnosed with ADHA or Autism later in life, this can have a big impact on your life, you might want to explore this further. I have extensive experience with neurodiversity in my personal and professional life. It may be that you have a problem you would like to explore further. I may be able to help you make sense of it all.
I have great understanding in working with adults, young people, older adults, couples and families.
People come from all walks of life to me. This could be because they are experiencing difficult emotions such as anxiety, panic, family issues, relationship issues, depression, grief or sadness. Perhaps you have been diagnosed with ADHA or Autism later in life, this can have a big impact on your life, you might want to explore this further. I have extensive experience with neurodiversity in my personal and professional life. It may be that you have a problem you would like to explore further. I may be able to help you make sense of it all.
I work with individuals and couples.
Focusing on your own individual needs, we can work together to empower you to achieve your own goals. Whether or not you've had counselling before, it can be difficult to take the first step. You can be assured you will be met with a warm and non-judgmental approach and a safe space where you can feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and emotions, whatever the issues, even if those issues are not mentioned here. We are complex beings and not all of our issues fit neatly into one box!
For me, the emphasis is about sitting alongside you and building a trusting relationship together.
I work with individuals and couples.
Focusing on your own individual needs, we can work together to empower you to achieve your own goals. Whether or not you've had counselling before, it can be difficult to take the first step. You can be assured you will be met with a warm and non-judgmental approach and a safe space where you can feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and emotions, whatever the issues, even if those issues are not mentioned here. We are complex beings and not all of our issues fit neatly into one box!
For me, the emphasis is about sitting alongside you and building a trusting relationship together.
If you are struggling with negative thoughts and feelings and want to change these to more positive thinking then don't wait contact me now. I have 40 years experience of working with the NHS and treated thousands of patients successfully with CBT or EMDR
I also spent 3 years working within a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) multidisciplinary team supporting children and young people experiencing a range of emotional behavioural and mental health difficulties. I developed strong skills in communication, relationship building and maintaining professional boundaries as part of my role as West Dorset Deputy Lead
If you are struggling with negative thoughts and feelings and want to change these to more positive thinking then don't wait contact me now. I have 40 years experience of working with the NHS and treated thousands of patients successfully with CBT or EMDR
I also spent 3 years working within a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) multidisciplinary team supporting children and young people experiencing a range of emotional behavioural and mental health difficulties. I developed strong skills in communication, relationship building and maintaining professional boundaries as part of my role as West Dorset Deputy Lead
In 2018 I retired from working for 36 years working in the military and the emergency services. During these 36 years I came to realise that people who work in these professions as well as people from all walks of life can find it extremely difficult to talk about some of the experiences they might have had, and how these experiences may have affected them and their families. In many cases the simple fact of being able to talk to someone could do much to make life more comfortable, the ability to talk about issues and concerns can do much to alleviate stress and anxiety. This is what inspired me to become a Gestalt therapist.
In 2018 I retired from working for 36 years working in the military and the emergency services. During these 36 years I came to realise that people who work in these professions as well as people from all walks of life can find it extremely difficult to talk about some of the experiences they might have had, and how these experiences may have affected them and their families. In many cases the simple fact of being able to talk to someone could do much to make life more comfortable, the ability to talk about issues and concerns can do much to alleviate stress and anxiety. This is what inspired me to become a Gestalt therapist.
Hi, my name is Stuart. Firstly, thank you for your time, it can be challenging to take that first step to seek counselling and another big step in choosing the right person for you! I believe everyone deserves a space to be heard, understood, and supported—especially during life’s toughest moments. My goal as a counsellor is to offer that safe, non-judgmental environment where you can pause, reflect, and begin to build the life you want.
Hi, my name is Stuart. Firstly, thank you for your time, it can be challenging to take that first step to seek counselling and another big step in choosing the right person for you! I believe everyone deserves a space to be heard, understood, and supported—especially during life’s toughest moments. My goal as a counsellor is to offer that safe, non-judgmental environment where you can pause, reflect, and begin to build the life you want.
I am a qualified counsellor offering supervision to counsellors, students, and professionals. I work with children, teenagers, and adults, drawing on 20 years of experience in social care, including roles in schools and residential children’s homes. I provide person-centred therapeutic counselling, focusing on your needs and goals. Sessions are held in my private practice in Sparkford or online, creating a supportive environment to explore, grow, and develop.
I am a qualified counsellor offering supervision to counsellors, students, and professionals. I work with children, teenagers, and adults, drawing on 20 years of experience in social care, including roles in schools and residential children’s homes. I provide person-centred therapeutic counselling, focusing on your needs and goals. Sessions are held in my private practice in Sparkford or online, creating a supportive environment to explore, grow, and develop.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression or major shifts, starting therapy can feel overwhelming. Reaching out takes courage, and I offer a warm, down-to-earth space to unpack whatever is on your mind. Meaningful progress starts when you decide to speak openly to someone you trust. Together, we will build useful tools, discover your strengths, and create clarity for your life. No preparation is ever needed; I look forward to working with you, giving you room to cry, vent, swear, or celebrate small victories along the way.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression or major shifts, starting therapy can feel overwhelming. Reaching out takes courage, and I offer a warm, down-to-earth space to unpack whatever is on your mind. Meaningful progress starts when you decide to speak openly to someone you trust. Together, we will build useful tools, discover your strengths, and create clarity for your life. No preparation is ever needed; I look forward to working with you, giving you room to cry, vent, swear, or celebrate small victories along the way.
No matter what challenges you are facing, I can help you to overcome your hardest days, to develop the strength within you to build a safer, happier life, and break free of harmful or toxic patterns. If you are facing trauma, grief, loss or addiction, I can help. Accredited through STOPSO and ATSAC, I also support people facing criminal investigation or charges. On your hardest day I know how difficult it can be to seek help – I offer compassionate support, without judgement, as you work to overcome that pain. I also provide experienced Supervision for other Counselling professionals, trainees, volunteers and those in caring roles.
No matter what challenges you are facing, I can help you to overcome your hardest days, to develop the strength within you to build a safer, happier life, and break free of harmful or toxic patterns. If you are facing trauma, grief, loss or addiction, I can help. Accredited through STOPSO and ATSAC, I also support people facing criminal investigation or charges. On your hardest day I know how difficult it can be to seek help – I offer compassionate support, without judgement, as you work to overcome that pain. I also provide experienced Supervision for other Counselling professionals, trainees, volunteers and those in caring roles.
Stuck? Overwhelmed? Burnt out? Feeling vulnerable? I offer a sensitive, confidential and compassionate approach and believe that looking for help can be hard. How to work out what to do or where to go next? Let’s connect and see where that takes you. I can help with a wide range of issues including anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, grief ...
Stuck? Overwhelmed? Burnt out? Feeling vulnerable? I offer a sensitive, confidential and compassionate approach and believe that looking for help can be hard. How to work out what to do or where to go next? Let’s connect and see where that takes you. I can help with a wide range of issues including anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, grief ...
I am a counsellor and supervisor who focuses on the value of the therapeutic relationship and how trust and safety can support you and help you to validate and understand your experience without judgement. I work as a room based and equine/nature assisted somatic trauma therapist, yoga teacher and Reiki practitioner. I have trained with Equusoma which brings elements of somatic experiencing into the experience of equine connection, I am also training in Somatic Experiencing. The work I do helps to integrate and process the experience of the mind and the body.
I am a counsellor and supervisor who focuses on the value of the therapeutic relationship and how trust and safety can support you and help you to validate and understand your experience without judgement. I work as a room based and equine/nature assisted somatic trauma therapist, yoga teacher and Reiki practitioner. I have trained with Equusoma which brings elements of somatic experiencing into the experience of equine connection, I am also training in Somatic Experiencing. The work I do helps to integrate and process the experience of the mind and the body.
Seeking support is a brave step, and I'm here to help.
My name is Siân, and I'm an accredited therapist offering effective therapy using CBT and EMDR. For the past 17 years, I've been guiding people like you through challenges such as anxiety and difficult past experiences.
I provide a relaxed and non-judgemental atmosphere where we work together in collaboration to achieve your therapy goals. Previous clients have described me as direct, understanding, patient and easy to talk to.
I'm passionate about empowering you and I am dedicated to providing evidence-based therapy that is tailored to your unique needs.
Seeking support is a brave step, and I'm here to help.
My name is Siân, and I'm an accredited therapist offering effective therapy using CBT and EMDR. For the past 17 years, I've been guiding people like you through challenges such as anxiety and difficult past experiences.
I provide a relaxed and non-judgemental atmosphere where we work together in collaboration to achieve your therapy goals. Previous clients have described me as direct, understanding, patient and easy to talk to.
I'm passionate about empowering you and I am dedicated to providing evidence-based therapy that is tailored to your unique needs.
I realise that making the decision to come to counselling can be frightening or tough. Eventually an event, a situation or living with relationship difficulties, anxiety, low mood, or sadness can lead you to consider this option. You have the choice to live in a more comfortable way and I can help you with this. I work with couples and individuals, I care deeply about the work I do and the journey we take together. We will look at the issues and feelings that are present for you, provide a holding place to understand and work through them. This will lead you to start to feel the benefit of real change in you and your relationships.
I realise that making the decision to come to counselling can be frightening or tough. Eventually an event, a situation or living with relationship difficulties, anxiety, low mood, or sadness can lead you to consider this option. You have the choice to live in a more comfortable way and I can help you with this. I work with couples and individuals, I care deeply about the work I do and the journey we take together. We will look at the issues and feelings that are present for you, provide a holding place to understand and work through them. This will lead you to start to feel the benefit of real change in you and your relationships.
Life always throws us difficult stuff to deal with; it wouldn’t be life without it. Sometimes we can shrug these things off, yet at other times they can have an extremely debilitating effect upon us. Sometimes things happen and we bury them, they remain hidden but still exert a force upon us and our behaviour. They can influence us in ways that we would rather they didn’t. Sometimes these things come roaring back at us, out of the blue, unbidden and unwelcome. We all pass through stages in our life where we question everything around us, our relationships, our work, our behaviour and ultimately ourselves.
Life always throws us difficult stuff to deal with; it wouldn’t be life without it. Sometimes we can shrug these things off, yet at other times they can have an extremely debilitating effect upon us. Sometimes things happen and we bury them, they remain hidden but still exert a force upon us and our behaviour. They can influence us in ways that we would rather they didn’t. Sometimes these things come roaring back at us, out of the blue, unbidden and unwelcome. We all pass through stages in our life where we question everything around us, our relationships, our work, our behaviour and ultimately ourselves.
Are you feeling lost? We can find a path forward together by helping you make sense of and find your own kind of peace by learning from the past, engaging with the present & creating future hope and possibilities.
Are you struggling? Attempting to gain a better understanding of yourself and find ways to better cope with life's ups and downs?
Together we can find clarity, build resilience, and help you transform in a supportive and non-judgmental space. You can learn to make friends with your nervous system, discover more about yourself and develop emotional regulation skills that will become your toolbox for life.
Are you feeling lost? We can find a path forward together by helping you make sense of and find your own kind of peace by learning from the past, engaging with the present & creating future hope and possibilities.
Are you struggling? Attempting to gain a better understanding of yourself and find ways to better cope with life's ups and downs?
Together we can find clarity, build resilience, and help you transform in a supportive and non-judgmental space. You can learn to make friends with your nervous system, discover more about yourself and develop emotional regulation skills that will become your toolbox for life.
Hi, thank you for stopping by.
You may be someone who feels things deeply and thinks in complex or creative ways. Perhaps you are exhausted from masking and holding things together. You may be struggling with anxiety, burnout, self-doubt, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, or feeling disconnected from yourself, your identity or your creativity. Living with depth of feeling and awareness can be a strength, but it can also leave you feeling exhausted and misunderstood, unsure of who you are beneath the roles you have learned to play.
Hi, thank you for stopping by.
You may be someone who feels things deeply and thinks in complex or creative ways. Perhaps you are exhausted from masking and holding things together. You may be struggling with anxiety, burnout, self-doubt, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, or feeling disconnected from yourself, your identity or your creativity. Living with depth of feeling and awareness can be a strength, but it can also leave you feeling exhausted and misunderstood, unsure of who you are beneath the roles you have learned to play.
Psychotherapy for men is vital as many face silent pressures around work, family, and identity. Therapy offers a safe space to explore emotions, relationships, and challenges, helping men manage stress, build resilience, and create balance in their personal and professional lives. I work with men facing challenges such as addiction, sexuality, sex, relationships, anxiety, depression, loss, and midlife transitions. Together we explore the deeper struggles beneath the surface, creating a safe, non-judgmental space to build resilience, and find healthier ways of coping and connecting.
Psychotherapy for men is vital as many face silent pressures around work, family, and identity. Therapy offers a safe space to explore emotions, relationships, and challenges, helping men manage stress, build resilience, and create balance in their personal and professional lives. I work with men facing challenges such as addiction, sexuality, sex, relationships, anxiety, depression, loss, and midlife transitions. Together we explore the deeper struggles beneath the surface, creating a safe, non-judgmental space to build resilience, and find healthier ways of coping and connecting.
September 2026 - I currently have limited availability for Wednesday daytime sessions in Exeter. My Dorchester practice and evening appointments are currently full.
Feeling overwhelmed or stuck? I offer warm, thoughtful therapy for a wide range of difficulties, with particular experience in trauma, neurodivergence and menopause.
I offer warm, compassionate therapy in Exeter, Dorchester and online. Whatever is going on, you won’t be judged here. Therapy with me isn’t about being analysed from a distance. It’s a warm, thoughtful conversation, where you can be honest about what’s really happening, even the messy and difficult parts.
September 2026 - I currently have limited availability for Wednesday daytime sessions in Exeter. My Dorchester practice and evening appointments are currently full.
Feeling overwhelmed or stuck? I offer warm, thoughtful therapy for a wide range of difficulties, with particular experience in trauma, neurodivergence and menopause.
I offer warm, compassionate therapy in Exeter, Dorchester and online. Whatever is going on, you won’t be judged here. Therapy with me isn’t about being analysed from a distance. It’s a warm, thoughtful conversation, where you can be honest about what’s really happening, even the messy and difficult parts.
Are you having to cope with the death of a loved one, and feeling the overwhelming experience of loss and grief? Have you or someone you love been diagnosed with a terminal illness? You are not alone. I provide a space where you can talk and be listened to as you explore your experience of bereavement or a terminal health diagnosis.
I can give you the chance to express how you feel, and say the things you feel unable to say to friends and family, without feeling judged.
Are you having to cope with the death of a loved one, and feeling the overwhelming experience of loss and grief? Have you or someone you love been diagnosed with a terminal illness? You are not alone. I provide a space where you can talk and be listened to as you explore your experience of bereavement or a terminal health diagnosis.
I can give you the chance to express how you feel, and say the things you feel unable to say to friends and family, without feeling judged.
Nearby Seniors Counsellors Searches for Yeovil
- Beaminster
- Chard
- Crewkerne
- Dorchester
- Glastonbury
- Ilminster
- Langport
- Sherborne
- Somerton
- Street
- Sturminster Newton
- Wincanton
FAQ - About Therapy for Seniors
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.
How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.
How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.
What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.