Psychodynamic Counselling in Yeovil
I am an experienced and qualified counsellor, who has undertaken further specialist training to work with Young Children 4+ and Teens. Using a range of age appropriate interventions that include talking, creative work and play based, ensures this client group can make sense of big feelings and difficulties troubling them. From anxiety, low mood to anger I aid clients to express themselves in a comfortable and safe place. I have 12 years + experience of working in education and social care settings building nurturing relationships to promote change and to overcome past or present events.
I am an experienced and qualified counsellor, who has undertaken further specialist training to work with Young Children 4+ and Teens. Using a range of age appropriate interventions that include talking, creative work and play based, ensures this client group can make sense of big feelings and difficulties troubling them. From anxiety, low mood to anger I aid clients to express themselves in a comfortable and safe place. I have 12 years + experience of working in education and social care settings building nurturing relationships to promote change and to overcome past or present events.
I'm an experienced and fully qualified psychotherapist working in person in Yeovil, and online. I offer weekly sessions, working with adults who are seeking a warm, holding space where they can be met with compassion and feel safe to explore what issues they might be experiencing.
Trained in Humanistic-Integrative Psychotherapy, I draw from a wide range of theories and research to offer different lens' through which we might understand why people feel the way they do, while giving space for simply experiencing those feelings.
I'm an experienced and fully qualified psychotherapist working in person in Yeovil, and online. I offer weekly sessions, working with adults who are seeking a warm, holding space where they can be met with compassion and feel safe to explore what issues they might be experiencing.
Trained in Humanistic-Integrative Psychotherapy, I draw from a wide range of theories and research to offer different lens' through which we might understand why people feel the way they do, while giving space for simply experiencing those feelings.
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.
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.
I draw on psychodynamic understanding, humanistic, relational therapy, somatic awareness, and practical coping strategies, tailoring the work to each individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.
Hi, my name is Tarana.
I am an experienced counsellor and mental health practitioner. I work mainly with adults who are living with the impact of trauma or difficult past experiences. This usually shows up as overthinking, emotional overwhelm, people-pleasing, low self-worth, difficulties with trust or boundaries, or feeling like you are spiralling and constantly on edge. You may also be navigating identity, cultural expectations, migration, or the experience of feeling caught between different worlds.
I draw on psychodynamic understanding, humanistic, relational therapy, somatic awareness, and practical coping strategies, tailoring the work to each individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.
Hi, my name is Tarana.
I am an experienced counsellor and mental health practitioner. I work mainly with adults who are living with the impact of trauma or difficult past experiences. This usually shows up as overthinking, emotional overwhelm, people-pleasing, low self-worth, difficulties with trust or boundaries, or feeling like you are spiralling and constantly on edge. You may also be navigating identity, cultural expectations, migration, or the experience of feeling caught between different worlds.
I believe every person’s experience is valid and deserving of care. You might come to counselling feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of why things feel heavy, or you may arrive wanting to gently explore past experiences, trauma, or long-held patterns that no longer serve you. You may have clear reasons for seeking support, or you may simply know that something doesn’t feel right and want a space to explore that without pressure or judgment. My role is to offer a safe, compassionate, and accepting space that adapts to what you need, where you are met as you are, at your own pace.
I believe every person’s experience is valid and deserving of care. You might come to counselling feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of why things feel heavy, or you may arrive wanting to gently explore past experiences, trauma, or long-held patterns that no longer serve you. You may have clear reasons for seeking support, or you may simply know that something doesn’t feel right and want a space to explore that without pressure or judgment. My role is to offer a safe, compassionate, and accepting space that adapts to what you need, where you are met as you are, at your own pace.
As a therapist working with baby loss and infertility - I know what it feels like. Perhaps you're feeling lost, no idea where to turn, feeling like you can't be your true self or are simply overwhelmed with grief. Working with me will enable you to express yourself fully. Nothing will be too much and together we can find a way forward to help you feel less lost and alone.
As a therapist working with baby loss and infertility - I know what it feels like. Perhaps you're feeling lost, no idea where to turn, feeling like you can't be your true self or are simply overwhelmed with grief. Working with me will enable you to express yourself fully. Nothing will be too much and together we can find a way forward to help you feel less lost and alone.
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.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist who works with you as an individual, to meet your specific needs. I keep my client numbers low in order to really get to know you and work to meet your needs. I use counselling skills, CBT, and solution focused therapy to help you to raise your awareness and achieve the goals and outcomes you want and need. Together we can make a plan and set goals to get you to where you want to be, with new insights and understanding. We can work at your pace, in bite sized chunks. I use worksheets and articles for you to explore relevant topics between sessions, to keep that motivation flowing.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist who works with you as an individual, to meet your specific needs. I keep my client numbers low in order to really get to know you and work to meet your needs. I use counselling skills, CBT, and solution focused therapy to help you to raise your awareness and achieve the goals and outcomes you want and need. Together we can make a plan and set goals to get you to where you want to be, with new insights and understanding. We can work at your pace, in bite sized chunks. I use worksheets and articles for you to explore relevant topics between sessions, to keep that motivation flowing.
Whether that's applying the Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, CBT, Polyvagel or Attachment approach.
During those difficult moments in our lives, receiving unconditional support, understanding and genuine care are essential components to feeling better. Whether it’s an issue from your past, a present struggle or a fear about the future, I can provide this unique support to you within the therapeutic relationship we’ll build together session by session, helping you make sense of and move forward through these struggles. If you are experiencing grief and loss, are seeking healing from past trauma or have been impacted by shame, you’ll find the therapy I provide particularly useful, exploring all you wish to bring at your pace.
Whether that's applying the Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, CBT, Polyvagel or Attachment approach.
During those difficult moments in our lives, receiving unconditional support, understanding and genuine care are essential components to feeling better. Whether it’s an issue from your past, a present struggle or a fear about the future, I can provide this unique support to you within the therapeutic relationship we’ll build together session by session, helping you make sense of and move forward through these struggles. If you are experiencing grief and loss, are seeking healing from past trauma or have been impacted by shame, you’ll find the therapy I provide particularly useful, exploring all you wish to bring at your pace.
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.
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.
You may feel your problems are too small or insignificant and may find it hard to understand why things seem so difficult but I am particularly equipped to work with those who really want to understand what might be underlying their current feelings of depression or anxiety.
You may feel your problems are too small or insignificant and may find it hard to understand why things seem so difficult but I am particularly equipped to work with those who really want to understand what might be underlying their current feelings of depression or anxiety.
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You might be here because something isn’t sitting right – in your life, relationships, or how you feel about yourself.
Perhaps you’re carrying more than feels manageable, or you’re at a crossroads and unsure what comes next. At different points, we can all find ourselves feeling lost, overwhelmed or disconnected from who we are. When life feels challenging, confusing or out of balance, it can help to have a place where you don’t have to hold it all together on your own. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or not quite yourself, I offer a warm, supportive space where you can explore what’s happening and find a way forward.
You might be here because something isn’t sitting right – in your life, relationships, or how you feel about yourself.
Perhaps you’re carrying more than feels manageable, or you’re at a crossroads and unsure what comes next. At different points, we can all find ourselves feeling lost, overwhelmed or disconnected from who we are. When life feels challenging, confusing or out of balance, it can help to have a place where you don’t have to hold it all together on your own. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or not quite yourself, I offer a warm, supportive space where you can explore what’s happening and find a way forward.
I work with a wide range of diverse needs and people, but particularly those struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, poor self-esteem and the feeling that they are just not good enough.
Many of the people I work with find themselves feeling constantly anxious - worrying about what other people think of them, trying to keep everyone happy or believing they are flawed and not good enough. They are often exhausted and frustrated that they can't find a way to break free from this.
I work with a wide range of diverse needs and people, but particularly those struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, poor self-esteem and the feeling that they are just not good enough.
Many of the people I work with find themselves feeling constantly anxious - worrying about what other people think of them, trying to keep everyone happy or believing they are flawed and not good enough. They are often exhausted and frustrated that they can't find a way to break free from this.
I may focus on the Psychodynamic modality, how past events can link to present behaviours and I find CBT tools helpful at times with clients who may desire a more directive approach.
Life can often feel overwhelming with little time for ourselves so I am here as a listening ear offering calm, warmth and kindness. I work in a person-centered, pluralistic way and am non-judgmental so that trust between us can develop. We can explore whatever is on your mind; are you struggling with persistent anxiety, feelings of shame, guilt or loss? You may feel concern for the future of our planet. We can discuss whatever is on your mind causing you to feel unsettled, just come along as you are. I believe self-compassion is vital and I will support you to reach any goals effectively using various therapies.
I may focus on the Psychodynamic modality, how past events can link to present behaviours and I find CBT tools helpful at times with clients who may desire a more directive approach.
Life can often feel overwhelming with little time for ourselves so I am here as a listening ear offering calm, warmth and kindness. I work in a person-centered, pluralistic way and am non-judgmental so that trust between us can develop. We can explore whatever is on your mind; are you struggling with persistent anxiety, feelings of shame, guilt or loss? You may feel concern for the future of our planet. We can discuss whatever is on your mind causing you to feel unsettled, just come along as you are. I believe self-compassion is vital and I will support you to reach any goals effectively using various therapies.
Whatever you are dealing with, I can help you to understand the causes of your troublesome emotions, thoughts and behaviours. We can then work on how to use that knowledge to feel mentally stable, with a renewed sense of control of your life and relationships.
I have 14 years of experience working with, among other things: trauma, anxiety, panic, OCD, depression, grief, relationship issues and dealing with key life stages/changes e.g. divorce, menopause, retirement, work/home changes.
Get in touch to book a free 30 min, no obligation, in-person, consultation to discuss your issues and how I might be able to help.
Whatever you are dealing with, I can help you to understand the causes of your troublesome emotions, thoughts and behaviours. We can then work on how to use that knowledge to feel mentally stable, with a renewed sense of control of your life and relationships.
I have 14 years of experience working with, among other things: trauma, anxiety, panic, OCD, depression, grief, relationship issues and dealing with key life stages/changes e.g. divorce, menopause, retirement, work/home changes.
Get in touch to book a free 30 min, no obligation, in-person, consultation to discuss your issues and how I might be able to help.
I am an accredited integrative counsellor but work with a psychodynamic approach.
During our lives many of us can experience loneliness, despair, abandonment and many things that can affect our happiness. I provide a safe space where you can heal and grow without fear of judgment. Whether you need to revisit painful past experiences, traumas. or work in the present with anxiety or grief, I can help. I am an accredited therapist with many years experience and have worked with many clients covering a range of topics and issues.
I am an accredited integrative counsellor but work with a psychodynamic approach.
During our lives many of us can experience loneliness, despair, abandonment and many things that can affect our happiness. I provide a safe space where you can heal and grow without fear of judgment. Whether you need to revisit painful past experiences, traumas. or work in the present with anxiety or grief, I can help. I am an accredited therapist with many years experience and have worked with many clients covering a range of topics and issues.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed, insecure, or overwhelmed by your emotions? Or are you looking for someone who will listen and be non judgemental and to whom you can talk in confidence about issues that are bothering you that would be difficult to share with friends or family members? Your feelings may be related to a bereavement or loss, the effects of abuse, relationship issues, or a major life change or may be related to something unresolved from the past. You may also be seeking support in setting goals and moving on in a positive way. These (and others) are areas in which I am well experienced.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed, insecure, or overwhelmed by your emotions? Or are you looking for someone who will listen and be non judgemental and to whom you can talk in confidence about issues that are bothering you that would be difficult to share with friends or family members? Your feelings may be related to a bereavement or loss, the effects of abuse, relationship issues, or a major life change or may be related to something unresolved from the past. You may also be seeking support in setting goals and moving on in a positive way. These (and others) are areas in which I am well experienced.
Do you feel like it is difficult to reach your partner emotionally, are you being stone walled, afraid of conflict or are you people pleasing for a quiet life? Do you have a pattern of being submissive, passive aggressive or unable to effectively communicate your wants and needs? Do you feel like you and your partner don’t understand each other or feel as if you have married your mother or father? Couples therapy aims to uncover reactionary aspects of yourself that lead to discontent and a loss of connection and intimacy in your relationship. We will examine unhelpful dynamics and behavioural patterns and explore where you are stuck
Do you feel like it is difficult to reach your partner emotionally, are you being stone walled, afraid of conflict or are you people pleasing for a quiet life? Do you have a pattern of being submissive, passive aggressive or unable to effectively communicate your wants and needs? Do you feel like you and your partner don’t understand each other or feel as if you have married your mother or father? Couples therapy aims to uncover reactionary aspects of yourself that lead to discontent and a loss of connection and intimacy in your relationship. We will examine unhelpful dynamics and behavioural patterns and explore where you are stuck
Nearby Psychodynamic Counsellors Searches for Yeovil
- Bridport
- Bruton
- Chard
- Crewkerne
- Dorchester
- Glastonbury
- Ilminster
- Pulborough
- Shepton Mallet
- Sherborne
- Somerton
- Wincanton
Psychodynamic Counsellors
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.