Family Systems Counselling in Colchester

Photo of Anita Demetriou, Counsellor in Colchester, England
Anita Demetriou
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Colchester CO5  (Online Only)
Are you having difficulties with your relationship? Are you having constant arguments or has your partner had an affair? Relationships are difficult at the best of times, but sometimes can feel too difficult to manage without some help. Whether individually or together, relationship counselling can enable you to find a way through these difficulties. Counselling will enable you to talk things through in a safe space and to create a better, healthier relationship. It can also help you to end one that isn't working and to help you to explore what you want to do next, especially when there are children involved.
Are you having difficulties with your relationship? Are you having constant arguments or has your partner had an affair? Relationships are difficult at the best of times, but sometimes can feel too difficult to manage without some help. Whether individually or together, relationship counselling can enable you to find a way through these difficulties. Counselling will enable you to talk things through in a safe space and to create a better, healthier relationship. It can also help you to end one that isn't working and to help you to explore what you want to do next, especially when there are children involved.
07588 697377 View 07588 697377
Photo of Radhika Arora, Counsellor in Colchester, England
Radhika Arora
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Verified Verified
Colchester CO1
Sometimes we all need additional support to navigate difficult times and making a decision to seek help for our personal problems can be daunting. I believe in creating a safe space to work together, where you are the expert in your own experiences and I have the experience and expertise in psychological theories and techniques. I believe that by bringing together this expertise we can work together to enable you to achieve your unique personal goals. Some of the relationship problems I work with include communication issues, affairs and betrayals, family issues, parenting issues, separation and divorce.
Sometimes we all need additional support to navigate difficult times and making a decision to seek help for our personal problems can be daunting. I believe in creating a safe space to work together, where you are the expert in your own experiences and I have the experience and expertise in psychological theories and techniques. I believe that by bringing together this expertise we can work together to enable you to achieve your unique personal goals. Some of the relationship problems I work with include communication issues, affairs and betrayals, family issues, parenting issues, separation and divorce.
01206 237436 View 01206 237436
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Ian West (Accred) Counsellor and Supervisor
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colchester CO1
I am an Accredited MBACP Registered Humanistic Integrative Counsellor & Counselling Supervisor with over 10 years of experience in working with individuals, and groups of all ages, sexual orientations and cultural backgrounds. I am based both at London Liverpool Street EC2 and Colchester CO1. Dependent on your presenting issues/needs I will draw on cognitive, psychodynamic, attachment, and relational theories and concepts, to provide either short-term-focused counselling/therapy or longer-term in-depth psychotherapy.
I am an Accredited MBACP Registered Humanistic Integrative Counsellor & Counselling Supervisor with over 10 years of experience in working with individuals, and groups of all ages, sexual orientations and cultural backgrounds. I am based both at London Liverpool Street EC2 and Colchester CO1. Dependent on your presenting issues/needs I will draw on cognitive, psychodynamic, attachment, and relational theories and concepts, to provide either short-term-focused counselling/therapy or longer-term in-depth psychotherapy.
01206 482901 View 01206 482901
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Angelique Cox
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Colchester CO7  (Online Only)
Are you struggling to communicate as a family or maybe discussions often end up as arguments ? Perhaps there’s been a significant event recently, for one or all of you, that’s had a big impact and needs talking through together ? Ill health, either physical or mental health, can really affect everyone and when this becomes overwhelming it’s usually helpful to have someone external to the family to process it all with.
Are you struggling to communicate as a family or maybe discussions often end up as arguments ? Perhaps there’s been a significant event recently, for one or all of you, that’s had a big impact and needs talking through together ? Ill health, either physical or mental health, can really affect everyone and when this becomes overwhelming it’s usually helpful to have someone external to the family to process it all with.
01206 489508 View 01206 489508
Photo of Paula Jane Isgrove, Psychotherapist in Colchester, England
Paula Jane Isgrove
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Colchester CO2
Working with couples and individuals. I appreciate the connection between physical health and psychological well being. I work with a variety of issues including anxiety disorders and trauma especially relating to relationship issues and sexual assault/abuse, sex problems and sex addiction. OCD and hoarding as well as panic disorders are also areas of interest. I have extensive experience of discussing sensitive and intimate topics with people, including issues relating to sexual identity and sexual assault/abuse.
Working with couples and individuals. I appreciate the connection between physical health and psychological well being. I work with a variety of issues including anxiety disorders and trauma especially relating to relationship issues and sexual assault/abuse, sex problems and sex addiction. OCD and hoarding as well as panic disorders are also areas of interest. I have extensive experience of discussing sensitive and intimate topics with people, including issues relating to sexual identity and sexual assault/abuse.
07840 055140 View 07840 055140
Still I Rise Counselling and Life Coach
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Colchester CO1
Whatever is troubling you, whatever it is that you are going through you do not have to go through it alone. I offer a confidential, safe space for you to feel heard and understood. Together we will create a space where you can tell your story free from any judgement, I know it can feel daunting when talking about what you have been going through. however' my aim is to create a trusting relationship where you feel comfortable and safe enough to talk about your concerns . I offer short and long term counselling to support you to find clarity and to become the best version of yourself.
Whatever is troubling you, whatever it is that you are going through you do not have to go through it alone. I offer a confidential, safe space for you to feel heard and understood. Together we will create a space where you can tell your story free from any judgement, I know it can feel daunting when talking about what you have been going through. however' my aim is to create a trusting relationship where you feel comfortable and safe enough to talk about your concerns . I offer short and long term counselling to support you to find clarity and to become the best version of yourself.
01473 943051 View 01473 943051
Photo of Adam Digby, Psychotherapist in Colchester, England
Adam Digby
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Colchester CO1
I am a Registered Counsellor & Specialist Consultant in Mental Health with over a decade and a half of experience helping adults & young people overcome difficulties impacting emotional well-being and mental health. I specialise in working with Individuals, Men and Young People (16y.o.a+). I deliberately keep the number of people I work with low and have found through experience, this allows me much greater flexibility when working with my clients. My fee structure as indicated is £80 per session (50 minutes) and £100 for our first session which runs longer at 90 minutes, giving us adequate time together on our first meeting.
I am a Registered Counsellor & Specialist Consultant in Mental Health with over a decade and a half of experience helping adults & young people overcome difficulties impacting emotional well-being and mental health. I specialise in working with Individuals, Men and Young People (16y.o.a+). I deliberately keep the number of people I work with low and have found through experience, this allows me much greater flexibility when working with my clients. My fee structure as indicated is £80 per session (50 minutes) and £100 for our first session which runs longer at 90 minutes, giving us adequate time together on our first meeting.
01621 730608 View 01621 730608
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Sandra Mellor
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Colchester CO7
I work with individual adults and couples who are experiencing a variety of issues, such as - divorce and relationship breakdown; bereavement and loss; anxiety; depression; anger; trauma; childhood abuse; addiction; eating disorders; self harm; low self-esteem. I practise an integrative, person-centred approach which focuses on the relationship between counsellor and client. It is the development of trust and understanding within this relationship which enables the client to acknowledge their problems and issues at their own pace and to realise solutions, with gentle encouragement and support.
I work with individual adults and couples who are experiencing a variety of issues, such as - divorce and relationship breakdown; bereavement and loss; anxiety; depression; anger; trauma; childhood abuse; addiction; eating disorders; self harm; low self-esteem. I practise an integrative, person-centred approach which focuses on the relationship between counsellor and client. It is the development of trust and understanding within this relationship which enables the client to acknowledge their problems and issues at their own pace and to realise solutions, with gentle encouragement and support.
01255 448792 View 01255 448792
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Rachel Phillippo-Green
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Colchester CO1
Hello, and welcome. As an experienced psychodynamic counsellor, I specialise in working with children and young people between the ages of 10-25. For children and young people, it can often be difficult to understand or express their emotions. This can lead to overwhelming, confusing or stuck feelings, perhaps resulting in low self-esteem and struggles with relationships with others, and themselves. Counselling and creative therapy offers a safe and supportive space to explore emotions, and develop an understanding of their thought patterns whilst building communication skills and emotional resilience.
Hello, and welcome. As an experienced psychodynamic counsellor, I specialise in working with children and young people between the ages of 10-25. For children and young people, it can often be difficult to understand or express their emotions. This can lead to overwhelming, confusing or stuck feelings, perhaps resulting in low self-esteem and struggles with relationships with others, and themselves. Counselling and creative therapy offers a safe and supportive space to explore emotions, and develop an understanding of their thought patterns whilst building communication skills and emotional resilience.
01473 943238 View 01473 943238
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Your Psychotherapist
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Colchester CO1  (Online Only)
Do you ever feel worried, stuck, lost, hopeless, lonely, lethargic, anxious, unable to sleep – less able to cope with life? Does this affect your ability to enjoy relationships, work, everyday life? Most of us experience challenging times at various stages of our lives but we don’t have to be alone with this. Psychological therapy offers a safe place that helps you to understand and overcome your issues. I will work with you as a team to understand symptoms, underlying issues, their causes and maintenance specific to you. We will find ways forward to relieving symptoms and distress and improving your wellbeing.
Do you ever feel worried, stuck, lost, hopeless, lonely, lethargic, anxious, unable to sleep – less able to cope with life? Does this affect your ability to enjoy relationships, work, everyday life? Most of us experience challenging times at various stages of our lives but we don’t have to be alone with this. Psychological therapy offers a safe place that helps you to understand and overcome your issues. I will work with you as a team to understand symptoms, underlying issues, their causes and maintenance specific to you. We will find ways forward to relieving symptoms and distress and improving your wellbeing.
020 8103 3863 View 020 8103 3863
Photo of Maureen Pettican, Counsellor in Colchester, England
Maureen Pettican
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colchester CO1
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Hi, thank you for stopping on my page. As you search through these listings, I am sure you are trying to find out what brought you here and what kind of support you need. You have taken the first step :) The next step is to take a deep breath and trust yourself to move towards making that first enquiry. It can feel daunting, but I promise it is not as bad as it may seem. If you are looking for a therapist who will listen, understand and walk with you through a difficult time, you have found me. If you need to feel you can trust, share, cry and talk, I will listen and I will help you find your next steps. I encourage you to call.
Hi, thank you for stopping on my page. As you search through these listings, I am sure you are trying to find out what brought you here and what kind of support you need. You have taken the first step :) The next step is to take a deep breath and trust yourself to move towards making that first enquiry. It can feel daunting, but I promise it is not as bad as it may seem. If you are looking for a therapist who will listen, understand and walk with you through a difficult time, you have found me. If you need to feel you can trust, share, cry and talk, I will listen and I will help you find your next steps. I encourage you to call.
01603 361422 View 01603 361422
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Mandy Rose
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Colchester CO2
Life throws up things that we don’t expect, testing our resilience and ability to overcome situations that are often not of our own making. Talking can be key in understanding your predicament and help you move forward. That old saying "a problem shared is a problem halved" really is true. Talking about a problem makes it seem less daunting or troubling. As a counsellor I can offer you that safe, secure place to talk and help you find the right way for you.
Life throws up things that we don’t expect, testing our resilience and ability to overcome situations that are often not of our own making. Talking can be key in understanding your predicament and help you move forward. That old saying "a problem shared is a problem halved" really is true. Talking about a problem makes it seem less daunting or troubling. As a counsellor I can offer you that safe, secure place to talk and help you find the right way for you.
01245 847038 View 01245 847038
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Peter Casey
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Colchester CO1
I work with young people and adults, In a safe, non-judgmental and confidential space, Our lives can become stressful and overwhelming at times. Life can become too much, and it can seem impossible to find peace and balance. You may have difficult feelings or past hurts that are stopping you from moving forward so you are stuck. It can be helpful to talk to a person who is not directly involved so that you can gain more insight and clarity. I can offer you a listening ear and together we can go on a journey to which we can explore your issue. You are the person who knows what is best for you but maybe I can assist you.
I work with young people and adults, In a safe, non-judgmental and confidential space, Our lives can become stressful and overwhelming at times. Life can become too much, and it can seem impossible to find peace and balance. You may have difficult feelings or past hurts that are stopping you from moving forward so you are stuck. It can be helpful to talk to a person who is not directly involved so that you can gain more insight and clarity. I can offer you a listening ear and together we can go on a journey to which we can explore your issue. You are the person who knows what is best for you but maybe I can assist you.
01245 945017 View 01245 945017
Photo of Cara Japon Mbacp Mbpss, Counsellor in Colchester, England
Cara Japon Mbacp Mbpss
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colchester CM9
I am a BACP registered Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor and a member of the BPS. I am trained in Person-Centred Counselling, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Psychodynamics. I specialise in Relationship and Family Counselling, Dementia and mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, work-related stress and breakdowns. I also have vast experience of bereavement counselling. I have many years experience (9+) of working with Carers/family members who care for their loved ones who are living with Dementia. When caring for a loved one, our own emotions and feelings can sometimes be forgotten.
I am a BACP registered Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor and a member of the BPS. I am trained in Person-Centred Counselling, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Psychodynamics. I specialise in Relationship and Family Counselling, Dementia and mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, work-related stress and breakdowns. I also have vast experience of bereavement counselling. I have many years experience (9+) of working with Carers/family members who care for their loved ones who are living with Dementia. When caring for a loved one, our own emotions and feelings can sometimes be forgotten.
01702 680425 View 01702 680425

Online Therapists

Photo of Ella Tekdag, Counsellor in Colchester, England
Ella Tekdag
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London EC4R
I have an integrative approach and use several modalities depending on what your therapeutic journey may need; Psychodynamic, Psychosynthesis, Internal Family Systems and Gestalt.
My name is Ella and I am a therapist based in the UK. You may be struggling with anxiety, social anxiety, stress, depression, overwhelm, feelings of loneliness, significant loss and grief. Maybe you are struggling with important relationships in your life. Perhaps your struggle is not that clear and you have a feeling that something isn't quite right. I can help. I have helped clients find confidence, clarity, understanding, self-esteem, a way to express themselves and find meaning in an increasingly demanding world. I also work with couples helping them to find ways to better communicate, to feel seen and heard by each other.
I have an integrative approach and use several modalities depending on what your therapeutic journey may need; Psychodynamic, Psychosynthesis, Internal Family Systems and Gestalt.
My name is Ella and I am a therapist based in the UK. You may be struggling with anxiety, social anxiety, stress, depression, overwhelm, feelings of loneliness, significant loss and grief. Maybe you are struggling with important relationships in your life. Perhaps your struggle is not that clear and you have a feeling that something isn't quite right. I can help. I have helped clients find confidence, clarity, understanding, self-esteem, a way to express themselves and find meaning in an increasingly demanding world. I also work with couples helping them to find ways to better communicate, to feel seen and heard by each other.
020 4538 2160 View 020 4538 2160
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Connect Psychology Service
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
Corby NN17
Welcome to Connect Psychology Service. We are a team of psychologists specialising in comprehensive assessment and formulation. We support adults (parents and professionals) to understand their child or teenagers needs more fully through thorough assessment and therapeutic recommendations. We are specialists in child psychology, adolescent psychology, trauma/complex trauma, post-adoption, family systems, attachment and attunement, emotion coaching, sensory and attachment-sensory needs, social and emotional mental health, cognition and learning, including cognitive assessments, and special educational needs.
Welcome to Connect Psychology Service. We are a team of psychologists specialising in comprehensive assessment and formulation. We support adults (parents and professionals) to understand their child or teenagers needs more fully through thorough assessment and therapeutic recommendations. We are specialists in child psychology, adolescent psychology, trauma/complex trauma, post-adoption, family systems, attachment and attunement, emotion coaching, sensory and attachment-sensory needs, social and emotional mental health, cognition and learning, including cognitive assessments, and special educational needs.
01242 502976 View 01242 502976
Photo of Maria Thompson, Counsellor in Colchester, England
Maria Thompson
Counsellor
Verified Verified
London WC2H  (Online Only)
With certifications in Level 5 Counselling, Complex trauma levels 1 & 2 plus informed training in Mastering Internal Family Systems (IFS) parts-work and completed Gottman Method Couples Therapy levels 1 & 2.
Are you caught in a cycle of broken relationships, battling Self sabotage, shame, and low self-esteem? Does anger, addiction, or a yearning for change linger in your thoughts, yet you're uncertain where to begin? Perhaps your upbringing was marked by hostility, abuse or you felt unseen & unheard by emotionally distant parents. Whether your struggles stem from short-term or prolonged trauma, navigating its impact on your daily life leaves you feeling adrift, unsure how to separate the past from the present.
With certifications in Level 5 Counselling, Complex trauma levels 1 & 2 plus informed training in Mastering Internal Family Systems (IFS) parts-work and completed Gottman Method Couples Therapy levels 1 & 2.
Are you caught in a cycle of broken relationships, battling Self sabotage, shame, and low self-esteem? Does anger, addiction, or a yearning for change linger in your thoughts, yet you're uncertain where to begin? Perhaps your upbringing was marked by hostility, abuse or you felt unseen & unheard by emotionally distant parents. Whether your struggles stem from short-term or prolonged trauma, navigating its impact on your daily life leaves you feeling adrift, unsure how to separate the past from the present.
020 3949 9265 View 020 3949 9265
Photo of Claudine Maguire, Psychotherapist in Colchester, England
Claudine Maguire
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
London E6
I am trained in a variety of therapeutic approaches, including psychodynamic, Jungian, CBT, and family systems therapy.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship problems, grief and loss, trauma, or self esteem issues I may be able to help. Therapy sessions aim to help you to feel better emotionally and mentally; to understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours; to develop coping skills; to improve your relationships and to make positive changes in your life. Psychotherapy can be a helpful way to address a variety of conflicting and traumatic experiences. It can provide a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
I am trained in a variety of therapeutic approaches, including psychodynamic, Jungian, CBT, and family systems therapy.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship problems, grief and loss, trauma, or self esteem issues I may be able to help. Therapy sessions aim to help you to feel better emotionally and mentally; to understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours; to develop coping skills; to improve your relationships and to make positive changes in your life. Psychotherapy can be a helpful way to address a variety of conflicting and traumatic experiences. It can provide a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
020 3871 8476 View 020 3871 8476
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Rhian Gower
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Brighton BN1
I am an experienced, welcoming and open-minded counsellor. Exploring in-depth what is troubling us with someone who is really listening, not just to your words but to the person behind them, can in itself be a healing process. It may also bring to light beliefs and ways of living that are holding you back. I draw on a range of integrative talking therapies (including Internal Family Systems). When something more is needed than talking alone, Brainspotting (a somatic therapy that evolved out of EMDR) can offer a gentle but powerful way to access deeper areas of the brain where emotional difficulties arise.
I am an experienced, welcoming and open-minded counsellor. Exploring in-depth what is troubling us with someone who is really listening, not just to your words but to the person behind them, can in itself be a healing process. It may also bring to light beliefs and ways of living that are holding you back. I draw on a range of integrative talking therapies (including Internal Family Systems). When something more is needed than talking alone, Brainspotting (a somatic therapy that evolved out of EMDR) can offer a gentle but powerful way to access deeper areas of the brain where emotional difficulties arise.
01273 092838 View 01273 092838
Photo of Sharon Daniel, Counsellor in Colchester, England
Sharon Daniel
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Cambridge CB1
I have a wealth of experience in working with addictions and the Underlying issues connected with this. I developed a special interest in family systems and have done Additional training In this area. I work with integrity and respect and my commitments to personal development is key to my practice.
I have a wealth of experience in working with addictions and the Underlying issues connected with this. I developed a special interest in family systems and have done Additional training In this area. I work with integrity and respect and my commitments to personal development is key to my practice.
01223 679779 View 01223 679779

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Family Systems Counsellors
Family Systems therapists view problems within the family as the result not of particular members' behaviors, but of the family's group dynamic. The family is seen as a complex system having its own language, roles, rules, beliefs, needs and patterns. The therapist helps each individual member understand how their childhood family operated, their role in that system, and how that experience has shaped their role in the current family.