Counselling in HP5

Are you feeling upset or anxious about a relationship that is not working for you? You may have tried to make it better but so far nothing much has changed. Maybe you are feeling depressed and can’t seem to find a way out. Perhaps you have left a relationship and feel the need to understand what went wrong. At some point in our lives most people will feel they need help. Working with a counsellor can help understand the causes of distress and learn techniques to help see things differently, regain control, feel stronger and happier, and move forward to a better place.

I have worked with a wide range of clients in an integrative way. I use a mix of approaches to suit an individual client and their situation and aim to provide a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space for you to bring whatever you want to. Together we can explore issues that may be specific or wide ranging, at a speed and depth that you feel comfortable with.

I can help you become the person you want to be. Move forward from a trauma or loss. Rediscover the joy in your relationships. Accept the Negatives - Rediscover the Positives. Understand and change your unhelpful patterns. Perhaps you are going through a difficult time in your life and are not sure where to turn? maybe things seem impossible or unbearable? or has someone has suggested that you "need to talk to ? Whatever your situation, I can offer you Time and Space in a Safe Environment, where I hope you will feel secure enough to begin to unload your burden.

Welcome! I am a British Asian committed psychotherapist and supervisor working for many years across all ages. My training and experience enable me to work with varied issues including complex trauma and in many different ways, finding the best approach for you. I have been delivering training to organisations and therapists and have been a member of an Associate Parliamentary Group on children in care and delivered a presentation at the House of Lords. Many people come with underlying childhood issues including abuse and some like to work with someone that has an understanding of the impact of racism, culture and identity.

Transform your life and have peace! In a safe confidential space you can share, be heard and be listened to at a deep level. Here it is my job to help you let go of pain and suffering and realise what is getting in the way or holding you back. With my support you can learn about yourself and find useful ways to tackle problems and so create what you want in your life and how you want your life to be. Life can be a struggle sometimes including coming to terms with experiences and traumas from the past. For some people this may also include looking at belief systems, ways of thinking, feelings or behaviours that are not helpful.

I am a Therapeutic Counsellor and Supervisor, working with a wide range of emotional and psychological issues. Whether there is a specific issue, event or trauma you would like to work through, or you want to explore broader, deeper and more fundamental concepts such as understanding yourself and your relationships better, looking at unconscious processes that lead us to what we do or looking back into your childhood experiences - that work can be undertaken within the remit of therapy. I offer Individual Therapy and Relationship Counselling (couples work) and work in person, via Zoom and also through walk and talk sessions

Thank you for taking time to read my profile, it can feel challenging to leap into the unknown, its courageous and affects change from contact. Are you feeling anxious, low or just a sense of "all is not well"? Maybe you are struggling to build or maintain relationships, experiencing stress at work or home? I work integratively, which means that I draw on different modalties and hope to provide a collaborative, confidential, non-judgemental and empathic space for this part of your journey. The sessions are led by you, I am here to listen and ensure that the therapeutic relationship is at the heart of the work we do together.

Hello and thanks for looking at my profile. I am a qualified counsellor and have worked from my private practice based on the outskirts of Hemel Hempstead and Kings Langley since I qualified in 2009. During this time I have worked with many hundreds of clients offering long and short term counselling. I have gained wide experience working with many presenting issues including but not limited to : anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, loss or bereavement, anger or difficult relationships. Feelings of disconnection from self and others, or feeling disillusioned with life; lacking purpose and meaning.

I work using a combination of Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) approaches. I believe that this offers you the best of both worlds. You may feel your life has lost meaning and this can lead to depression, stress or anxiety. This can sometimes be due to unhelpful or negative thinking (cognitive) patterns and together we can work on these. Talking to a professional counsellor can help you process those feelings and move towards a more contented life. I will not judge you and I will always work at your pace. I offer a careful balance of support and gentle challenge.

Welcome, I'm Reka. You may be going through difficulties in life right now and would like to get some clarity and relief, and would like to feel heard and listened to. As a therapist, I can help you learn how to reflect on yourself with empathy and without judgement in order to reach greater awareness which gives you freedom, authenticity and can lead to healing. With my relational, experiential and holistic approach I can support you through difficult experiences, such as: burnout, anxiety, career change, loss, grief, depression, trauma, medically unexplained symptoms, and more, check out my website to find out more.

I am a Clinical Psychologist supporting people to heal from Birth Trauma. I can offer support for mothers, fathers, birth partners and healthcare professionals. I can also offer therapy for parents who have experienced trauma as a result of neonatal care, miscarriage and loss. After experiencing Perinatal Trauma people often experience emotions such as grief, guilt, anxiety, shame, sadness and anger. Sometimes people report difficulties with sleeping, flashbacks, nightmares, intrusive thoughts or issues with control. I can help you to navigate these experiences and process these feelings.

In times of distress and/or uncertainty we all need to take some time to breathe and try to make sense of what is happening to us. This is not always easy on your own. Sharing your thoughts and feelings with someone who is listening to you, non-judgmental and without pressure can be the space you need to move forward.

Anxiety, depression, stress, conflict. We all hear these words but when they are your story it's much more than words, it's your life. If you invest in yourself you can learn to stop being controlled, feel you're making your own decisions and improve your relationship, career or state of mind. My clients show courage in reflecting on their lives and I've yet to work with any individual or couple who have regretted taking this step. Now we're in this extreme new way of living we may need to address issues we've previously avoided. This could be that opportunity.

We have all had a unique and perhaps upsetting experience of a global phenomenon. As you step out into your new normal, you may need some help to process your experiences and how to shape your future within this new landscape. I offer professional support through a variety of theories and techniques to deal with immediate feelings of stress as well as deeper exploration of how historical experiences may have affected your current responses and reactions. It is important that you feel in control of your own therapeutic journey and I therefore offer support at your individual pace and to support your hopes and aspirations.

Feedback - Sexually Abused Client : "I started therapy feeling scared, sceptical, lost and a little bit overwhelmed, I was afraid to be vulnerable. You made me feel relaxed and welcome, and that allowed me to be so open and honest, I didn’t feel afraid anymore. A year ago, I didn’t know who I was. I felt that everyone had their own opinions and perceptions about me, and that created a discombobulated identity for me. I could have never progressed to this point without you there to guide me and challenge my thoughts and feelings. I am so grateful and thankful to you." An empathic non judgemental safe space is my utmost goal for you.

Contacting a counsellor can be a daunting experience. They need to be qualified, accredited and ethical, but also someone you feel comfortable enough to open up to. I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation so you can see if I am the right person for you. I have nearly 15 years experience working with people of all ages and with all range of issues, from phobias & fears to deep seated anxieties, depression & self-defeating behaviours. I am a qualified psychotherapist, hypnotherapist, EMDR practitioner and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist, so specialise in trauma. Change is possible, it all starts with the first step.

Do you feel alone and misunderstood? Do you feel there is no one you can talk to who will keep your confidence and understand how you are feeling? If you make the decision to come and see me, I will offer you a safe, confidential and supportive environment where you can speak freely and where you will be listened to without judgement. An environment where you can be yourself and where you don't have to pretend that everything is OK. Making the decision to come for a counselling session is the first positive step in improving your mental health.

Hello, my name is Dr Jennifer O’Connell, and I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist offering EMDR and Schema Therapy. I am passionate about helping people to make sense of and work through difficult life events. My specialism is working with recent and historic experiences of trauma or childhood adversity. This is wide ranging, for example witnessing or experiencing a car accident, military trauma, sexual or emotional abuse, bullying, a violent crime, or social humiliation. It could also involve growing up in an environment where you repeatedly experienced a sense of invalidation or isolation from others.

I will offer you a safe warm and compassionate space so that we can build a trusting and therapeutic relationship. I am committed to working with you at your pace and at the level of depth you require to find a way through the struggles you may be faced with. I understand how daunting it can be to reach out for help, so I assure you that I will do my best to make this as comfortable as it can be for you. I am deeply committed to providing you with a genuine counselling service tailored to meet your needs. I offer in person and virtual sessions.