Photo of Josephine Jacobs, Counsellor in Lightwater, England
Josephine Jacobs
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Lightwater GU18
Would you like to talk about what goes on in your life and in your head? Want to be sure that you will not be judged and that you feel safe whilst exploring your thoughts, feelings and behaviours? Maybe you are wondering which event or events in your life have most affected how you feel. There could be relationships, past, present, and future which play on your mind. Do you want healthier relationships? Do you wonder if the way you feel gets in the way of you getting what you want out of life or living the life you want? You may have feelings you do not understand or believe you have lost yourself and no longer know how you feel.
Would you like to talk about what goes on in your life and in your head? Want to be sure that you will not be judged and that you feel safe whilst exploring your thoughts, feelings and behaviours? Maybe you are wondering which event or events in your life have most affected how you feel. There could be relationships, past, present, and future which play on your mind. Do you want healthier relationships? Do you wonder if the way you feel gets in the way of you getting what you want out of life or living the life you want? You may have feelings you do not understand or believe you have lost yourself and no longer know how you feel.
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Amber Johnston
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Guildford GU1
Hi there! I am Amber, the Director of Healthy Mind Psychology. We aim to be a different type of practice. Our focus includes work with those people trying to cope with all the stresses and strains of unprecedented times upon us. But many struggle with issues outside of the normal narrative of mental health, or physical health too. Our practice aims to explain the stress response (whether that be from overdue bills, a critical family system, a harsh workplace, current or previous traumas, or a host of other things!) and the science behind how the mind/body interact to create physical symptoms, emotional distress, or bad habits!
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Andrea Dhillon
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Camberley GU15
It's important to remember that seeking counselling is a courageous step toward self-improvement and does not signify weakness but rather strength and resilience. My training and experience enables me to support clients with seeking support with; Mental Health such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, Relationship problems, Life Transitions, Grief and Loss, Self-Exploration, Personal Growth, Decision-Making and Problem-Solving, Behavioural Issues: such as addiction, substance abuse, Work-related Stress, Health Concerns, Trauma and Abuse.
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Jordan Karis Dixon
Psychotherapist, PsychD, COSRT General
Verified Verified
Virginia Water GU25
Jordan believes there are no limits in our awareness and growth towards achieving optimal sexuality. She's passionately curious in unlocking sexual potential. Her Chinese and Spanish heritage and background in Social Policy, she’s described with an innate awareness and intersectional understanding of the barriers people face in society that inhibits access to our erotic selves. She's GSRD affirming, going beyond exclusivity and restrictions of LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans) which includes everyone on the gender spectrum and diverse sexualities and practices including BDSM/Kink, asexualities, consensual and non-monogamies.
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Mandy Mitchell
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Egham TW20
As we begin to emerge from this challenging time, many relationships will be feeling the strain. Couple or individual counselling, either face to face or online can make such a difference, as we explore concerns and find effective ways forward.
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Helen Lamming
Counsellor, MA, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
West Byfleet KT14  (Online Only)
I am a highly experienced counsellor who works for Relate as a Relationship and Family counsellor during the week. I'm available for those for whom weeks are filled with work and business. I help people who are experiencing difficulties in their lives, especially in individual relationships, and couples and families. Formerly based in Central London, now in West Byfleet, I work exclusively online with long term and short term clients, couples, individuals and families.
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Julie Jenner
Counsellor, SNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Guildford GU1  (Online Only)
For waitlist, please go to talkhelps/contact. Many of my clients are neurodivergent, whether already diagnosed or looking into it. I will support you to look at what difficulties you have now which could use a new direction. We will explore what you would like to change, and look at what solutions work for you. Sometimes this will include looking back to discover repeated behaviours, areas where you have been hurt many times, and begin to look at what you can do differently to find a happier and healthier way to live your life. People and relationships often come into the work, and can show further areas where you could be happier.
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Penny Simmonite
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Guildford GU2
You may be feeling life is just too much to manage right now, perhaps you've had a bereavement or loss, or maybe something from the past is impacting on how you are feeling. Asking for professional help can feel daunting, but once you've made that decision, it can bring relief and then finding the right person, who can hear your concerns and support you, is really important. I can offer a safe, confidential space and give you the time and space to explore what is going on for you, to help you gain awareness and insight into what's troubling you and help you reach your goals.
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Charlotte Ord
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Guildford GU1
Having spent over a decade working in the health and fitness industry prior to training as a psychologist, I have a particular interest in issues relating to the body, including weight, eating disorders, body dissatisfaction, and pain. I have extensive experience working with people in larger bodies and am an advocate of health at every size and body diversity. I also have a strong interest in LGBTQ+ issues and am experienced in working with clients who struggle with a range of other difficulties including anxiety, depression, loneliness, bereavement and life transitions. I am able to support adults and young people aged sixteen +.
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Dr Helen Childs
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Fleet GU51
Are you struggling with finding your direction in life? Perhaps you are feeling lost, anxious or low in mood? Do you find yourself pulled into unhealthy relationship patterns, or feel like you can't connect fully with others? These are common difficulties I work with. I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist registered with the HCPC. I use a compassionate, evidence-based approach to help individuals identify the changes they’d like to make and to learn new skills for dealing with difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I work with adults and adolescents aged 16+
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Eileen Wallace
Psychotherapist, BPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woking GU22
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Clare-Marie Keel Do You Need To Talk And Feel Heard'
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Farnborough GU14
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Jenny Hunter-Phillips
MA
Verified Verified
Guildford GU1
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Sophie Bates O’Reilly
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woking GU23  (Online Only)
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Saira Webster
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Guildford GU1
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Joanna Konstantopoulou
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Health Psych.
Verified Verified
Guildford GU1
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Rebecca Capper
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Staines TW18
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Maggie King
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woking GU21
I am a warm and empathic person who strives to support my clients through difficult times and offer my counselling service to both men and women. I offer a safe and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings and make sense of the life experiences that are troubling you. I have vast experience of working with addiction, loss, depression, anxiety, relationship issues and work related issues.
I am a warm and empathic person who strives to support my clients through difficult times and offer my counselling service to both men and women. I offer a safe and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings and make sense of the life experiences that are troubling you. I have vast experience of working with addiction, loss, depression, anxiety, relationship issues and work related issues.
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Tracy Foster
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Weybridge KT13
Are you coping with anxiety, relationship issues, life changes, loss, depression, stress, change, low self-esteem or perhaps you are just not feeling as you'd like? Life can be hard and managing feelings or situations can sometimes be overwhelming. Whatever you are faced with, I’m here to support you. I work with adults and teenagers whenever they need support.
Are you coping with anxiety, relationship issues, life changes, loss, depression, stress, change, low self-esteem or perhaps you are just not feeling as you'd like? Life can be hard and managing feelings or situations can sometimes be overwhelming. Whatever you are faced with, I’m here to support you. I work with adults and teenagers whenever they need support.
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Dr Ishpal Kharay
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Weybridge KT13
My name is Ishpal and I am a Senior Counselling Psychologist and I offer individual and couple therapy. I have specialist experience in sexual health and HIV, as well as other long term health conditions, and sexual difficulties, depression and anxiety. I am an anti-racist psychologist and an active ally of the LGBTQ+ communities. I offer psychological therapy for individuals and couples and I work using an integrative approach, drawing on a number of theories, including: humanistic, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural, narrative, and psychosexual therapies.
My name is Ishpal and I am a Senior Counselling Psychologist and I offer individual and couple therapy. I have specialist experience in sexual health and HIV, as well as other long term health conditions, and sexual difficulties, depression and anxiety. I am an anti-racist psychologist and an active ally of the LGBTQ+ communities. I offer psychological therapy for individuals and couples and I work using an integrative approach, drawing on a number of theories, including: humanistic, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural, narrative, and psychosexual therapies.
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Female Counsellors

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.