Counselling in GL5

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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.
01453 702528 View 01453 702528
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Essential Space
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Stroud GL5
Low-cost (sliding scale depending on circumstances) counselling service that supports adults, children, and young people living in Gloucestershire. We provide an inclusive, easy-to-access service, where the fee you pay is an amount that considers your circumstances on a sliding scale between £20.00-£60.00. No waiting time as we are a big team of self employed counsellors who have reduced cost spaces available. When you get in touch, we will reach out and have a chat with you about the service you are seeking, how we can support you, and we will then match you up with the right practitioner in our team.
Low-cost (sliding scale depending on circumstances) counselling service that supports adults, children, and young people living in Gloucestershire. We provide an inclusive, easy-to-access service, where the fee you pay is an amount that considers your circumstances on a sliding scale between £20.00-£60.00. No waiting time as we are a big team of self employed counsellors who have reduced cost spaces available. When you get in touch, we will reach out and have a chat with you about the service you are seeking, how we can support you, and we will then match you up with the right practitioner in our team.
01452 923126 View 01452 923126
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Sue Bearder
Counsellor, MBACP
Stroud GL5
Are you looking for an experienced counsellor for yourself, a child or young person? If so I can offer a supportive space in central Cirencester or Stroud to work through issues that are keeping you stuck and help you to move forward.
Are you looking for an experienced counsellor for yourself, a child or young person? If so I can offer a supportive space in central Cirencester or Stroud to work through issues that are keeping you stuck and help you to move forward.
01453 708203 View 01453 708203
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Freya Lampard
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Serves Area
If you are looking at this website, my guess is that there is an aspect of your life that needs attention. There are countless reasons why this might be the case. There may be a particular issue in the present day that you wish to address, such as your relationships, bereavement, addictions or depression. Or, you might feel haunted by unresolved issues from your past such as trauma, abuse or childhood experiences. Perhaps it is hard to name what is troubling you, yet you feel overwhelmed, or that your life is lacking meaning and purpose and it is hard to find any enjoyment.
If you are looking at this website, my guess is that there is an aspect of your life that needs attention. There are countless reasons why this might be the case. There may be a particular issue in the present day that you wish to address, such as your relationships, bereavement, addictions or depression. Or, you might feel haunted by unresolved issues from your past such as trauma, abuse or childhood experiences. Perhaps it is hard to name what is troubling you, yet you feel overwhelmed, or that your life is lacking meaning and purpose and it is hard to find any enjoyment.
01453 702573 View 01453 702573
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Wendy Frazer
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and you don’t have to face it alone. I offer a warm, attentive and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about what’s going on in your life. As a humanistic psychotherapist, I work collaboratively and at your pace, helping you explore your thoughts, feelings and patterns with curiosity. Together we make careful sense of what has shaped you and how you have come to relate to yourself and others. From this deeper understanding, new possibilities can emerge, creating greater freedom in how you meet your life now.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and you don’t have to face it alone. I offer a warm, attentive and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about what’s going on in your life. As a humanistic psychotherapist, I work collaboratively and at your pace, helping you explore your thoughts, feelings and patterns with curiosity. Together we make careful sense of what has shaped you and how you have come to relate to yourself and others. From this deeper understanding, new possibilities can emerge, creating greater freedom in how you meet your life now.
020 4634 6206 View 020 4634 6206
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The Harton Practice
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Serves Area
We are an independent private therapy practice in the heart of South Shields, offering appointments at out base in Harton Village, sites at Durham and Washington and sometimes home visits.
We are an independent private therapy practice in the heart of South Shields, offering appointments at out base in Harton Village, sites at Durham and Washington and sometimes home visits.
0191 814 7139 View 0191 814 7139
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Wise Minds
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Our ideal clients are adults experiencing anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, grief, or life transitions. Many also come to us feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their direction in life. Clients often reach out when they feel they have been coping alone for some time but recognise they would benefit from a supportive space to talk, reflect, and make sense of what they are going through. We provide a calm, collaborative and non-judgmental therapeutic environment where clients can explore their experiences at their own pace. Our approach is flexible and tailored.
Our ideal clients are adults experiencing anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, grief, or life transitions. Many also come to us feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about their direction in life. Clients often reach out when they feel they have been coping alone for some time but recognise they would benefit from a supportive space to talk, reflect, and make sense of what they are going through. We provide a calm, collaborative and non-judgmental therapeutic environment where clients can explore their experiences at their own pace. Our approach is flexible and tailored.
01257 449518 View 01257 449518
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Ellen Lennard (née Waterer)
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you or someone close to you struggling with mental health? I promise to be there for you every step of your journey. My mission is to help minds flourish through evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). CBT is a talking therapy that supports people to change unhelpful behaviours and/or thinking patterns to manage mental health issues such as, anxiety, depression and OCD. EMDR is a psychotherapy that supports people to process past events, life experiences and traumas by reprocessing stuck memories and reducing the emotional intensity.
Are you or someone close to you struggling with mental health? I promise to be there for you every step of your journey. My mission is to help minds flourish through evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). CBT is a talking therapy that supports people to change unhelpful behaviours and/or thinking patterns to manage mental health issues such as, anxiety, depression and OCD. EMDR is a psychotherapy that supports people to process past events, life experiences and traumas by reprocessing stuck memories and reducing the emotional intensity.
01453 707138 View 01453 707138
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Kerstin Pullin
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Warm welcome. I'm a EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner, BACP Accred. Counsellor and Supervisor. Choosing a therapist with whom to connect and build a trusting therapeutic relationship can feel daunting, even risky, yet also empowering and hopeful. What does it feel like to take off masks, shedding protective layers that keep the authentic, vulnerable self safe while navigating through challenging or traumatic times? Together we can explore what you feel ready and safe to share - whether these are current, buried or almost forgotten experiences.
Warm welcome. I'm a EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner, BACP Accred. Counsellor and Supervisor. Choosing a therapist with whom to connect and build a trusting therapeutic relationship can feel daunting, even risky, yet also empowering and hopeful. What does it feel like to take off masks, shedding protective layers that keep the authentic, vulnerable self safe while navigating through challenging or traumatic times? Together we can explore what you feel ready and safe to share - whether these are current, buried or almost forgotten experiences.
0117 456 5302 View 0117 456 5302
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Hollie Read
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist offering long term therapy here in the Cotswolds. My work is grounded in a psychodynamic and relational approach which allows me to carefully meet the needs of clients on an individual level with sensitivity, warmth and an open mind. The therapy allows us to work together to help you build a better understanding of yourself, your relationships and the world around you. I offer a compassionate space for you to be listened to, to share who you are, understand what has happened to you and to explore where you want to go.
I am a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist offering long term therapy here in the Cotswolds. My work is grounded in a psychodynamic and relational approach which allows me to carefully meet the needs of clients on an individual level with sensitivity, warmth and an open mind. The therapy allows us to work together to help you build a better understanding of yourself, your relationships and the world around you. I offer a compassionate space for you to be listened to, to share who you are, understand what has happened to you and to explore where you want to go.
015242 36659 View 015242 36659
Photo of Susan Anderton, Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Susan Anderton
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Susan and I'm a qualified and accredited therapeutic counsellor. People come to counselling for many reasons, at all ages and stages of their lives. Sometimes for something very specific like anxiety, family issues or trauma -or sometimes just because they feel “off” or lost. I offer a warm, safe, non-judgemental space where you can be supported to make sense of your experiences at your own pace. Together, I can help you understand your experiences and build healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.
Hi, I'm Susan and I'm a qualified and accredited therapeutic counsellor. People come to counselling for many reasons, at all ages and stages of their lives. Sometimes for something very specific like anxiety, family issues or trauma -or sometimes just because they feel “off” or lost. I offer a warm, safe, non-judgemental space where you can be supported to make sense of your experiences at your own pace. Together, I can help you understand your experiences and build healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.
015242 35842 View 015242 35842
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Annie Ballingal
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Serves Area
Do you feel like: your mind is constantly racing with anxious thoughts, do you replay conversations, and feel like you just can't relax? Or perhaps you feel exhausted, disconnected and like you're just trying to keep it all together. If this sounds familiar you're not alone. Many people come to sessions feeling this way. Sessions with me are rooted in compassion, curiosity and are a collaboration. I will work with you towards the change you'd like to see. The combination of talking therapy and art therapy, for which no experience of art-making is necessary, can support you in creating lasting change.
Do you feel like: your mind is constantly racing with anxious thoughts, do you replay conversations, and feel like you just can't relax? Or perhaps you feel exhausted, disconnected and like you're just trying to keep it all together. If this sounds familiar you're not alone. Many people come to sessions feeling this way. Sessions with me are rooted in compassion, curiosity and are a collaboration. I will work with you towards the change you'd like to see. The combination of talking therapy and art therapy, for which no experience of art-making is necessary, can support you in creating lasting change.
0117 463 4057 View 0117 463 4057
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Ros Harwood
Counsellor, MUKCP
Serves Area
I am a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor with specialist training in working with teenagers & children who are struggling with anxiety, low mood, behavioural challenges, trauma, or difficulties managing big emotions. Many young people feel misunderstood, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves, and this can be stressful not only for them but for the parents and caregivers who care for them. My aim is to create a safe, supportive environment where young clients feel truly seen, heard, and understood, so that they can begin to explore their emotions and experiences without fear of judgment or criticism.
I am a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor with specialist training in working with teenagers & children who are struggling with anxiety, low mood, behavioural challenges, trauma, or difficulties managing big emotions. Many young people feel misunderstood, overwhelmed, or disconnected from themselves, and this can be stressful not only for them but for the parents and caregivers who care for them. My aim is to create a safe, supportive environment where young clients feel truly seen, heard, and understood, so that they can begin to explore their emotions and experiences without fear of judgment or criticism.
01480 278475 View 01480 278475
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Jonathan Hugo Edwards
Psychotherapist, MSc, GMBPsS
Serves Area
With over 25 years of experience, ranging from addiction through to sexual and emotional abuse, anxiety, depression, anger and numbness, I'd like to support you. In recent years I have moved my work focus to integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS) as I find this way of working empowering to the client, engaging and highly effective. It may be you hear a loud critical voice inside or joy and fun may be fleeting or missing, you might like to access them again (or for the first time!). If your goal is a compassionate, connected, creative Self then maybe Internal Family systems be what you are looking for in therapy.
With over 25 years of experience, ranging from addiction through to sexual and emotional abuse, anxiety, depression, anger and numbness, I'd like to support you. In recent years I have moved my work focus to integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS) as I find this way of working empowering to the client, engaging and highly effective. It may be you hear a loud critical voice inside or joy and fun may be fleeting or missing, you might like to access them again (or for the first time!). If your goal is a compassionate, connected, creative Self then maybe Internal Family systems be what you are looking for in therapy.
07989 444563 View 07989 444563
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Rachel Power
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
I am an experienced counsellor PROVIDING THERAPY IN THE OUTDOORS. Sometimes we want to talk but sitting in a counselling room might not feel like the right space for you. WALKING WHILST TALKING might just give you the space and freedom to begin to understand some uncomfortable feelings and past experiences in the safe hands of myself within nature. Being in nature will help you to learn how to resource yourself whilst processing the past giving you a clearer feel of the future. You may feel anxious or depressed, struggling with relationships. I work from Pittville Park, The Cotswolds and Crickley Hill. I also do home visits.
I am an experienced counsellor PROVIDING THERAPY IN THE OUTDOORS. Sometimes we want to talk but sitting in a counselling room might not feel like the right space for you. WALKING WHILST TALKING might just give you the space and freedom to begin to understand some uncomfortable feelings and past experiences in the safe hands of myself within nature. Being in nature will help you to learn how to resource yourself whilst processing the past giving you a clearer feel of the future. You may feel anxious or depressed, struggling with relationships. I work from Pittville Park, The Cotswolds and Crickley Hill. I also do home visits.
07961 627500 View 07961 627500
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Libbet Paravicini
Counsellor, BACP
Serves Area
Life can be overwhelming sometimes. Most people have experienced anxiety, stress or low moods at some point and often try to struggle through alone. Seeking professional help can feel daunting and takes courage to make that first call. I work with genuine care and empathy and offer a warm, safe, non-judgemental environment for you to explore what's troubling you with complete confidentiality.
Life can be overwhelming sometimes. Most people have experienced anxiety, stress or low moods at some point and often try to struggle through alone. Seeking professional help can feel daunting and takes courage to make that first call. I work with genuine care and empathy and offer a warm, safe, non-judgemental environment for you to explore what's troubling you with complete confidentiality.
01666 331453 View 01666 331453
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Esme Henderson
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, PNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
It is natural to feel unsure or nervous about counselling if you are reading this you have taken the first step to looking after you. There are moments in our lives when we feel lost and overwhelmed. It is OK, to not to be OK. My approach is client centred tailored to your individual needs, I am an Integrative counsellor, you may wonder what that means? By using a combination of disciplines described below we explore the reason for you attending therapy along with the outcome you wish to achieve.
It is natural to feel unsure or nervous about counselling if you are reading this you have taken the first step to looking after you. There are moments in our lives when we feel lost and overwhelmed. It is OK, to not to be OK. My approach is client centred tailored to your individual needs, I am an Integrative counsellor, you may wonder what that means? By using a combination of disciplines described below we explore the reason for you attending therapy along with the outcome you wish to achieve.
0151 453 4416 View 0151 453 4416
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Krystina Hawkes
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I offer a warm, non judgemental space where you can talk freely, and feel truly heard. Together we can explore any difficulties you are facing, help make sense of your thoughts and feelings, at your own pace, so you are able to move forward .I hold a strong belief in every person’s ability to grow, uncover their strengths, and move towards a more confident, hopeful future. I'm an integrative counsellor, this means I draw on a number of therapeutic approaches to suit your individual needs.
I offer a warm, non judgemental space where you can talk freely, and feel truly heard. Together we can explore any difficulties you are facing, help make sense of your thoughts and feelings, at your own pace, so you are able to move forward .I hold a strong belief in every person’s ability to grow, uncover their strengths, and move towards a more confident, hopeful future. I'm an integrative counsellor, this means I draw on a number of therapeutic approaches to suit your individual needs.
01453 700617 View 01453 700617
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Gloucestershire Psychology Services
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Face-to-face or online psychological therapy for adults, delivered by HCPC-registered psychologists with extensive, postgraduate training and substantial experience working within NHS and specialist settings. We specialise in providing psychological therapies to individuals and couples. We offer daytime and evening availability. Our Psychologists are trained in multiple models of therapy (e.g. CBT, EMDR, Psychodynamic, DBT, CFT, CAT, ACT, IFS), and can adapt their approach to best suit your needs and based on your preferences.
Face-to-face or online psychological therapy for adults, delivered by HCPC-registered psychologists with extensive, postgraduate training and substantial experience working within NHS and specialist settings. We specialise in providing psychological therapies to individuals and couples. We offer daytime and evening availability. Our Psychologists are trained in multiple models of therapy (e.g. CBT, EMDR, Psychodynamic, DBT, CFT, CAT, ACT, IFS), and can adapt their approach to best suit your needs and based on your preferences.
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Max Knowles
Counsellor, BACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I am Max ( Qualified Person Centred Therapist) and I know from my own experience, that life can sometimes be a struggle. Events and experiences can leave us feeling lost, isolated or directionless . At such times, reaching out for help can feel very difficult and it is important that your search leads you to someone you feel you can trust . Counselling is an opportunity to explore thoughts and feelings ,which might be affecting many different areas of your life. With careful and empathic listening, I endeavour to support you in finding your own way through what is often too complex and difficult to manage alone.
Hi, I am Max ( Qualified Person Centred Therapist) and I know from my own experience, that life can sometimes be a struggle. Events and experiences can leave us feeling lost, isolated or directionless . At such times, reaching out for help can feel very difficult and it is important that your search leads you to someone you feel you can trust . Counselling is an opportunity to explore thoughts and feelings ,which might be affecting many different areas of your life. With careful and empathic listening, I endeavour to support you in finding your own way through what is often too complex and difficult to manage alone.
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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
88% Depression
85% Self Esteem
79% Stress
73% Bereavement
70% Trauma and PTSD

Average years in practice

9 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