Madeleine
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc. (she, her)
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Southampton SO18
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Have you always felt different from others, maybe “too much” and “not enough” at the same time? Are you late-diagnosed or self-identify as Autistic, ADHD or AuDHD? Maybe you struggle with chronic illness such as eczema or Long Covid. I can help you accept yourself and feel more confident, build self-compassion and recognise your needs and boundaries. I will always listen, be compassionate, curious and supportive.
I’m LGBTQ+ and non-monogamy affirming, sex-positive, kink-aware, body and fat positive. I also offer therapeutic support groups and clinical supervision - please see my website for more details.
I tailor sessions to fit individual clients – maybe you want to explore your past or your current relationships, build coping strategies or try creative techniques to understand yourself better. Many clients find that email sessions suit their schedule or energy levels and allow more time to think. Others prefer our video or phone sessions or mix & match.
If it sounds like we’d be a good fit, I'd love to hear from you. You can find out more on my website and I'm happy to answer any questions about me or the way I work. I offer a free 15-minute discovery phone call and a discounted introductory session (video, phone or email) so you can see if I’m the right counsellor for you.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions £70
Payment Methods
Bank transfer Madeleine Ayling
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Membership with National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society Madeleine Ayling
- Diploma of Higher Education in Humanistic Gestalt Counselling
- Certificate from Email Counselling Academy Advanced Certificate in Email Counselling / 2024
- Certificate from Counselling Tutor Advanced Certificate in Clinical Supervision Including Online and Telephone Working / 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Madeleine Ayling
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
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Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- ADHD
- Autism
- Chronic Illness
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Bisexual
- Body Image
- Coping Skills
- Eczema
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Madeleine Ayling
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
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Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Creative Therapy
- Gestalt
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Person-Centred
- Trauma Focused
Madeleine Ayling
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
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Groups
Covid-Conscious Therapeutic Support Group
Therapeutic support group for UK people who take precautions against Covid in their day-to-day lives. This is an 8 week group running on Zoom, starting 23 June 2025, £25 per session. Potential topics include: *Relationships with friends & family *Processing grief & loss *Building community *Stress related to decisions around risk *Self-care strategies. Find out more at bit.ly/covidsupportUK (URL is case sensitive).
Age
Adults
Group Meets
Every Mon 6 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
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Eczema Therapeutic Support Group
Eczema can really affect our mental health - I've had eczema since I was a baby so I understand the stress, uncertainty and grief that can be related to it. I run an eczema therapeutic support group where you can feel heard and supported by people who really get what you're going through. Find out more at my website www.blackcatcounselling.co.uk.
Age
Adults
Group Meets
Every Thu 6 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
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Location
Nearby Areas
Cities/Towns
Neighbourhoods
Districts
Madeleine Ayling
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.