Counselling in GL5

Photo of Kim Atwell, Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Kim Atwell
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Stroud GL5
Perhaps you have become highly skilled at appearing capable and coping well on the outside, while privately struggling with self-criticism, emotional overwhelm, or a persistent feeling that something is missing. Together, we can make sense of those experiences and find a path forward that works for you. I believe that every person has the potential for growth, self-understanding, and positive change. Sometimes, however, unlocking that potential requires the right support and encouragement. My role is to work with you, drawing on your own knowledge and experiences to help you reconnect with your strengths. .
Perhaps you have become highly skilled at appearing capable and coping well on the outside, while privately struggling with self-criticism, emotional overwhelm, or a persistent feeling that something is missing. Together, we can make sense of those experiences and find a path forward that works for you. I believe that every person has the potential for growth, self-understanding, and positive change. Sometimes, however, unlocking that potential requires the right support and encouragement. My role is to work with you, drawing on your own knowledge and experiences to help you reconnect with your strengths. .
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Kate Varney
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Stroud GL5
Hello and welcome. I am an experienced psychotherapist and I work with individuals and couples who come to see me with a wide range of challenges and difficulties that they are facing. People often seek therapy when they are at a transitional moment in their lives. Through our work together you will have the opportunity to speak about your experiences and feelings; both now and in your past, and we will work together to develop an understanding of you and your life with the hope that this therapeutic process of reflection and insight might be transformative for you.
Hello and welcome. I am an experienced psychotherapist and I work with individuals and couples who come to see me with a wide range of challenges and difficulties that they are facing. People often seek therapy when they are at a transitional moment in their lives. Through our work together you will have the opportunity to speak about your experiences and feelings; both now and in your past, and we will work together to develop an understanding of you and your life with the hope that this therapeutic process of reflection and insight might be transformative for you.
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Zoe Keeling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Stroud GL5
Starting therapy can be daunting. Perhaps you are unsure if you ‘need’ therapy, or whether therapy can help with your particular issue. Maybe you are struggling with feelings of shame, or trying to navigate challenging relationship dynamics, or would simply like to understand yourself more deeply. I bring an attitude of curiosity, inclusivity and acceptance to my practice, working from a fundamental belief that we all, no matter who we are or believe ourselves to be, deserve compassion and acceptance. 'Where something becomes extremely difficult and unbearable, there we also stand already quite near its transformation' Rilke
Starting therapy can be daunting. Perhaps you are unsure if you ‘need’ therapy, or whether therapy can help with your particular issue. Maybe you are struggling with feelings of shame, or trying to navigate challenging relationship dynamics, or would simply like to understand yourself more deeply. I bring an attitude of curiosity, inclusivity and acceptance to my practice, working from a fundamental belief that we all, no matter who we are or believe ourselves to be, deserve compassion and acceptance. 'Where something becomes extremely difficult and unbearable, there we also stand already quite near its transformation' Rilke
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Kate Goodlock
Counsellor, MBACP
Stroud GL5
A qualified and experienced individual counsellor, I am currently in my specialist training as a couples / relationship therapist. Whilst completing my training, my fees are reduced. - I work with couples and partners seeking couples therapy, marriage counselling or relationship therapy in Stroud and online. You may feel stuck in repeated conflict, struggling to communicate, experiencing emotional distance, trust issues, or difficulties with intimacy and sex. I help you understand the patterns driving these challenges so you can relate differently, improve communication, rebuild connection and find a clearer way forward.
A qualified and experienced individual counsellor, I am currently in my specialist training as a couples / relationship therapist. Whilst completing my training, my fees are reduced. - I work with couples and partners seeking couples therapy, marriage counselling or relationship therapy in Stroud and online. You may feel stuck in repeated conflict, struggling to communicate, experiencing emotional distance, trust issues, or difficulties with intimacy and sex. I help you understand the patterns driving these challenges so you can relate differently, improve communication, rebuild connection and find a clearer way forward.
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Guy Phillipps
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Stroud GL5
Are you facing challenges in your life that feel overwhelming? Would you like to change how things are, or gain a better understanding of what is going on for you? Perhaps what you are experiencing is due to a relationship, something to do with your job or studies, a bereavement or other loss, or something less definable - perhaps just a sense that something is not right for you. Maybe it is connected to neuro-diversity, low self esteem, depression or anxiety. Whatever your difficulty is, and no matter how big or small it seems to be, by looking for therapy, you are taking a positive step in your life.
Are you facing challenges in your life that feel overwhelming? Would you like to change how things are, or gain a better understanding of what is going on for you? Perhaps what you are experiencing is due to a relationship, something to do with your job or studies, a bereavement or other loss, or something less definable - perhaps just a sense that something is not right for you. Maybe it is connected to neuro-diversity, low self esteem, depression or anxiety. Whatever your difficulty is, and no matter how big or small it seems to be, by looking for therapy, you are taking a positive step in your life.
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Photo of Helen James - Helen James - Clear Skies Psychotherapy, Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
For most of us, life is a complex mix of highs and lows. Sometimes we need specialist help, separate to our family and friends, to support our mental health and wellbeing and help us find our way. You might have a child or young person in distress; perhaps you’re battling with parenting or behaviour issues; or maybe you are an adolescent or young adult struggling to navigate life. Psychotherapy can help you make sense of difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours; allowing you to create better relationships, healthier behaviours, achieve potential and find joy in life.
For most of us, life is a complex mix of highs and lows. Sometimes we need specialist help, separate to our family and friends, to support our mental health and wellbeing and help us find our way. You might have a child or young person in distress; perhaps you’re battling with parenting or behaviour issues; or maybe you are an adolescent or young adult struggling to navigate life. Psychotherapy can help you make sense of difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours; allowing you to create better relationships, healthier behaviours, achieve potential and find joy in life.
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John Andrews
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Stroud GL5
Do you need help with a difficult time in your life? Are you feeling low or anxious, consumed with worry? Perhaps what helped in the past is no longer working. You may be feeling numb or withdrawn. Are traumatic events from your past resurfacing? These challenging experiences are part of us, and when we feel ready it is good to have help. I work closely along side you and together we find out more about yourself, what you want, what is blocking you and how you might overcome this. By addressing these issues can help remove shackles allowing you to grow and realize your full potential.
Do you need help with a difficult time in your life? Are you feeling low or anxious, consumed with worry? Perhaps what helped in the past is no longer working. You may be feeling numb or withdrawn. Are traumatic events from your past resurfacing? These challenging experiences are part of us, and when we feel ready it is good to have help. I work closely along side you and together we find out more about yourself, what you want, what is blocking you and how you might overcome this. By addressing these issues can help remove shackles allowing you to grow and realize your full potential.
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Oscar Trenchard
Counsellor, MBACP
Stroud GL5
As a counsellor, I have experience working with teenagers, young adults and people of all ages struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues and substance and behavioural addictions. I believe that counselling can be beneficial to anyone, but it is also a very individual experience and each person will enter counselling with different goals and find different ways in which they achieve those goals. My intention with every client is to build a supportive and non-judgemental relationship in which they can build an understanding of themselves and make informed and conscious decisions to benefit their lives.
As a counsellor, I have experience working with teenagers, young adults and people of all ages struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues and substance and behavioural addictions. I believe that counselling can be beneficial to anyone, but it is also a very individual experience and each person will enter counselling with different goals and find different ways in which they achieve those goals. My intention with every client is to build a supportive and non-judgemental relationship in which they can build an understanding of themselves and make informed and conscious decisions to benefit their lives.
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Damaris Bowker
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Stroud GL5
Hello, whatever has brought you here is welcome, all of you, and no matter in what state you arrive. I am here to really listen. So much of my life experience has taught me that talking things out is immensely helpful and that being listened to, is one of the most powerful experiences ever. I believe that you are the expert in your life and that within you, you have all that is needed to grow and understand yourself more fully. I will work alongside you so that you can harness your own inner resources to help you create the life you want to have.
Hello, whatever has brought you here is welcome, all of you, and no matter in what state you arrive. I am here to really listen. So much of my life experience has taught me that talking things out is immensely helpful and that being listened to, is one of the most powerful experiences ever. I believe that you are the expert in your life and that within you, you have all that is needed to grow and understand yourself more fully. I will work alongside you so that you can harness your own inner resources to help you create the life you want to have.
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Photo of Tom Dalrymple, Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Tom Dalrymple
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Stroud GL5
Hi, I'm a trainee psychotherapist in my final year of a 6 year MA with BCPC. You will experience me as interested, friendly and open. I am authentic, I will feedback to you honestly, but I don't have the answers. I'll help you to find your own answers from within yourself. I really listen to try to understand what it is like to be you. I use my training, experience and the emotion I feel through my body to try to understand you, always checking in and welcoming correction. I'll encourage you to explore your present experience as well as your past, your dreams and physical sensations, but only when you feel safe enough.
Hi, I'm a trainee psychotherapist in my final year of a 6 year MA with BCPC. You will experience me as interested, friendly and open. I am authentic, I will feedback to you honestly, but I don't have the answers. I'll help you to find your own answers from within yourself. I really listen to try to understand what it is like to be you. I use my training, experience and the emotion I feel through my body to try to understand you, always checking in and welcoming correction. I'll encourage you to explore your present experience as well as your past, your dreams and physical sensations, but only when you feel safe enough.
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Claire Koenig
Verified Verified
Stroud GL5
I support teens and adults through a bespoke, person-centred approach, drawing on evidence-based psychological frameworks to support meaningful and lasting change.
I support teens and adults through a bespoke, person-centred approach, drawing on evidence-based psychological frameworks to support meaningful and lasting change.
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Pippa Taylor
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Stroud GL5
I am a BACP accredited Integrative Counsellor based in Gloucestershire. I have over 13 years experience working with adults, both at Gloucestershire Counselling Service and in private practice. I work with individuals to explore a wide range of issues including, but not limited to: anxiety, depression, loss, bereavement, relationship difficulties, historic and recent trauma, sexual abuse and domestic abuse. I offer short-term and long-term Counselling and Narrative Exposure Therapy to adults. My priority is to provide a safe, confidential space where issues can be explored without judgement.
I am a BACP accredited Integrative Counsellor based in Gloucestershire. I have over 13 years experience working with adults, both at Gloucestershire Counselling Service and in private practice. I work with individuals to explore a wide range of issues including, but not limited to: anxiety, depression, loss, bereavement, relationship difficulties, historic and recent trauma, sexual abuse and domestic abuse. I offer short-term and long-term Counselling and Narrative Exposure Therapy to adults. My priority is to provide a safe, confidential space where issues can be explored without judgement.
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Dr Caroline Bendall
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Stroud GL5
I work with adults experiencing a range of emotional and psychological difficulties. My role is to meet you where you’re at, to help you make sense of your experiences and support you in moving forward towards your personal goals. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply looking to understand yourself more deeply, I specialise in helping people to navigate life and its complexities through providing a safe space for contemplation, healing and psychological growth.
I work with adults experiencing a range of emotional and psychological difficulties. My role is to meet you where you’re at, to help you make sense of your experiences and support you in moving forward towards your personal goals. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply looking to understand yourself more deeply, I specialise in helping people to navigate life and its complexities through providing a safe space for contemplation, healing and psychological growth.
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Photo of Charlotte Seebohm, Psychotherapist, MHGI
Charlotte Seebohm
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Stroud GL5
I am a 'Human Givens' Psychotherapist. Whilst my HG journey started in 2009 my work in the field began 20 years prior. I have since taught on a counselling diploma, worked as a therapist with adults, couples, staff within organisations, teachers, parents, young people and children overseas as well as in the UK (particularly Sri Lanka). My strengths lie in flexibility and creativity, tailor-making my approach to each client. I use an eclectic approach within the Human Givens framework, knowing exactly why each technique is effective in accordance with current neuroscience. I am also a qualified Leadership and Life Coach.
I am a 'Human Givens' Psychotherapist. Whilst my HG journey started in 2009 my work in the field began 20 years prior. I have since taught on a counselling diploma, worked as a therapist with adults, couples, staff within organisations, teachers, parents, young people and children overseas as well as in the UK (particularly Sri Lanka). My strengths lie in flexibility and creativity, tailor-making my approach to each client. I use an eclectic approach within the Human Givens framework, knowing exactly why each technique is effective in accordance with current neuroscience. I am also a qualified Leadership and Life Coach.
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Photo of Naomi Hopkins, Counsellor, MBACP
Naomi Hopkins
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Stroud GL5
I can provide you with a warm, supportive, safe space which can allow you to explore any difficult issues you may be experiencing in your life. This could be emotional turmoil due to a life situation, or perhaps a traumatic event that has happened to you, causing feelings of overwhelm. I will always listen and endeavour to understand you, free from any judgement. Allowing you to share your story at your own pace. I have an integrative approach which means I draw upon different modalities of counselling through my experience and training. This will help me meet your needs in the best way I can whilst working with you.
I can provide you with a warm, supportive, safe space which can allow you to explore any difficult issues you may be experiencing in your life. This could be emotional turmoil due to a life situation, or perhaps a traumatic event that has happened to you, causing feelings of overwhelm. I will always listen and endeavour to understand you, free from any judgement. Allowing you to share your story at your own pace. I have an integrative approach which means I draw upon different modalities of counselling through my experience and training. This will help me meet your needs in the best way I can whilst working with you.
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Photo of Helen Cawley, Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Helen Cawley
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Stroud GL5
I’m drawn to the notion that as well as having the potential to hurt, relationship (both with self and others) has the power to heal. Deeply rooted damaging and limiting expectations can be lifted, releasing suffocating feelings of shame, loneliness and despair. It is my experience that therapy can help in feeling safely connected, valued, and indeed, loveable.
I’m drawn to the notion that as well as having the potential to hurt, relationship (both with self and others) has the power to heal. Deeply rooted damaging and limiting expectations can be lifted, releasing suffocating feelings of shame, loneliness and despair. It is my experience that therapy can help in feeling safely connected, valued, and indeed, loveable.
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Photo of Dave Fussell, Counsellor, MBACP
Dave Fussell
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Stroud GL5
I believe the most important thing is to build a good relationship between counsellor and client, a relationship where you can feel secure, accepted, and heard. Through this relationship, awareness of how we feel  can be found and with that  a healthier way of managing our behaviours can be achieved.
I believe the most important thing is to build a good relationship between counsellor and client, a relationship where you can feel secure, accepted, and heard. Through this relationship, awareness of how we feel  can be found and with that  a healthier way of managing our behaviours can be achieved.
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Fadia Courts
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Stroud GL5
When life feels overwhelming or confusing, I help you understand what’s beneath the surface. Many of my clients come to me struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship difficulties, feeling stuck or unseen. As a psychodynamic counsellor, I offer a warm, inclusive space to explore your experiences with empathy and cultural sensitivity. I also support neurodiverse individuals and those navigating identity, loss, or major transitions, helping you move toward clarity, healing, and meaningful change.
When life feels overwhelming or confusing, I help you understand what’s beneath the surface. Many of my clients come to me struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship difficulties, feeling stuck or unseen. As a psychodynamic counsellor, I offer a warm, inclusive space to explore your experiences with empathy and cultural sensitivity. I also support neurodiverse individuals and those navigating identity, loss, or major transitions, helping you move toward clarity, healing, and meaningful change.
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Exhale Therapeutic Counselling
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Stroud GL5
Hello, my name is Gina. I’m a qualified, trauma informed, Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). At the heart of my practice is the therapeutic relationship, creating a space where trust can develop and where you can feel heard and deeply valued. I provide both online counselling to UK based and international clients as well as face-to-face therapy sessions in Nailsworth & Stroud. My therapeutic support extends to a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns and is a welcoming space to people from all walks of life!
Hello, my name is Gina. I’m a qualified, trauma informed, Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). At the heart of my practice is the therapeutic relationship, creating a space where trust can develop and where you can feel heard and deeply valued. I provide both online counselling to UK based and international clients as well as face-to-face therapy sessions in Nailsworth & Stroud. My therapeutic support extends to a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns and is a welcoming space to people from all walks of life!
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Matthew Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Stroud GL5
Life can be hard at times, and you may find yourself struggling with painful emotions, anxiety, or a difficult relationship with yourself. You might feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure why things feel so heavy, even if you can’t point to one clear reason. People come to see me for many different reasons, but often with a shared sense that something in their inner world or relationships has become painful or hard to navigate alone. I aim to offer a calm, thoughtful space where we can slow things down, make sense of what’s going on, and explore your experience at a pace that feels right for you.
Life can be hard at times, and you may find yourself struggling with painful emotions, anxiety, or a difficult relationship with yourself. You might feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure why things feel so heavy, even if you can’t point to one clear reason. People come to see me for many different reasons, but often with a shared sense that something in their inner world or relationships has become painful or hard to navigate alone. I aim to offer a calm, thoughtful space where we can slow things down, make sense of what’s going on, and explore your experience at a pace that feels right for you.
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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in GL5

80+

Average cost per session

£60

Counsellors in GL5 who prioritize treating:

90% Anxiety
88% Relationship Issues
87% Depression
84% Self Esteem
80% Stress
72% Bereavement
72% Trauma and PTSD

Average years in practice

10 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

82% WPA
76% Bupa
65% Aviva

How Counsellors in GL5 see their clients

88% In Person and Online
12% Online Only

Gender breakdown

78% Female
21% Male
1% Non-Binary