Counselling in SG8
I am a Person-Centred Counsellor who provides a warm and welcoming space to nurture and develop my client’s own inner self and power. I believe throughout life we all face moments of great difficulties; however, we have hidden depths of strength that can be discovered and utilised when given a safe place to explore. Making the decision to seek support from a counsellor can feel daunting. I will work with you to meet your needs supporting you to feel safe in your personal journey. What can initially be perceived as difficult or frightening can actually inspire insight giving the opportunity to thrive, change and move forward.
I am a Person-Centred Counsellor who provides a warm and welcoming space to nurture and develop my client’s own inner self and power. I believe throughout life we all face moments of great difficulties; however, we have hidden depths of strength that can be discovered and utilised when given a safe place to explore. Making the decision to seek support from a counsellor can feel daunting. I will work with you to meet your needs supporting you to feel safe in your personal journey. What can initially be perceived as difficult or frightening can actually inspire insight giving the opportunity to thrive, change and move forward.
I have 30 years working in mental health.
I use CBT to help people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
I conduct ADHD assessment and diagnosis working with a Consultant Psychiatrist.
I have specializations in OCD and Trauma.
I work addictions, anxiety, low self esteem and mood problems.
I use other modalities such as compassion focused therapy; meta cognitive therapy, rationale emotive therapy to name some.
I am the creator and developer of a CBT approach called the General Meta Formulation.
I have 30 years working in mental health.
I use CBT to help people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
I conduct ADHD assessment and diagnosis working with a Consultant Psychiatrist.
I have specializations in OCD and Trauma.
I work addictions, anxiety, low self esteem and mood problems.
I use other modalities such as compassion focused therapy; meta cognitive therapy, rationale emotive therapy to name some.
I am the creator and developer of a CBT approach called the General Meta Formulation.
Every person’s journey is unique, and I believe therapy should reflect that. I take an eclectic approach, drawing from Systemic Therapy, CBT, and other evidence-based approaches to tailor each session to your specific needs and goals. I work with many different age groups, although have the most experience with children, teenagers and families. Whether you're seeking practical strategies for change or a deeper exploration of emotions and relationships, I attune to what works best for you. My focus is on creating a safe, collaborative space where we can explore challenges and build resilience.
Every person’s journey is unique, and I believe therapy should reflect that. I take an eclectic approach, drawing from Systemic Therapy, CBT, and other evidence-based approaches to tailor each session to your specific needs and goals. I work with many different age groups, although have the most experience with children, teenagers and families. Whether you're seeking practical strategies for change or a deeper exploration of emotions and relationships, I attune to what works best for you. My focus is on creating a safe, collaborative space where we can explore challenges and build resilience.
Why we come to therapy may not necessarily at first appear connected to relationships in our lives past or present. What often becomes evident however, is that the relationship we have with ourselves, such as with our thoughts, feelings, desires, worries and concerns may be a source of difficulty for us. Looking at this relationship together offers a route to transformation.
Why we come to therapy may not necessarily at first appear connected to relationships in our lives past or present. What often becomes evident however, is that the relationship we have with ourselves, such as with our thoughts, feelings, desires, worries and concerns may be a source of difficulty for us. Looking at this relationship together offers a route to transformation.
Health, work, and life are closely connected. When something feels out of balance, it often affects more than one part of our lives.
I’m a Coaching Psychologist with over 20 years’ experience and a qualified Health Coach, supporting people through times of change, challenge, and reflection, where health, wellbeing, and working life intersect.
I offer a calm space to pause, make sense of what’s happening, and move forward in steady, sustainable ways. I work one‑to‑one with individuals, taking time to understand your experience and tailor support to your circumstances, values, and capacity, at a pace that feels right for you.
Health, work, and life are closely connected. When something feels out of balance, it often affects more than one part of our lives.
I’m a Coaching Psychologist with over 20 years’ experience and a qualified Health Coach, supporting people through times of change, challenge, and reflection, where health, wellbeing, and working life intersect.
I offer a calm space to pause, make sense of what’s happening, and move forward in steady, sustainable ways. I work one‑to‑one with individuals, taking time to understand your experience and tailor support to your circumstances, values, and capacity, at a pace that feels right for you.
I am a caring, calm and passionate EMDR and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist who is a fully accredited member of the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Registered Mental Health Nurse. I can provide evidence-based psychological therapy to adults, children and adolescents. I am enhanced DBS checked and registered with the Information Commissioner's Office, in order to maintain data confidentiality .
I am a caring, calm and passionate EMDR and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist who is a fully accredited member of the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Registered Mental Health Nurse. I can provide evidence-based psychological therapy to adults, children and adolescents. I am enhanced DBS checked and registered with the Information Commissioner's Office, in order to maintain data confidentiality .
OCD & Anxiety Specialist - Dr Ashley-John
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I'm a chartered Clinical Psychologist specialising in high-quality, evidence-based therapy for adults experiencing anxiety, OCD, BDD, and related difficulties. With over ten years' experience, including extensive work within national and specialist services for obsessional and anxiety problems, I've had the privilege of helping 500+ individuals reclaim their lives from these difficulties. I now run my own practice, The OCD Doctor, dedicated to providing expert and personalised support for a range of anxiety and obsessional problems.
I'm a chartered Clinical Psychologist specialising in high-quality, evidence-based therapy for adults experiencing anxiety, OCD, BDD, and related difficulties. With over ten years' experience, including extensive work within national and specialist services for obsessional and anxiety problems, I've had the privilege of helping 500+ individuals reclaim their lives from these difficulties. I now run my own practice, The OCD Doctor, dedicated to providing expert and personalised support for a range of anxiety and obsessional problems.
I specialise in OCD, anxiety and trauma therapy. I compassionately deliver evidence based therapies like CBT/Exposure and Response Prevention and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, along with therapies that focus on self-compassion and interpersonal relationships. I am co-director for the Integrative Centre for OCD Therapy. have completed the International OCD Foundations Behaviour Therapy Training Institute (BTTI) training on ERP for OCD. I have NHS experience. I have lived experience of OCD recovery.
I specialise in OCD, anxiety and trauma therapy. I compassionately deliver evidence based therapies like CBT/Exposure and Response Prevention and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, along with therapies that focus on self-compassion and interpersonal relationships. I am co-director for the Integrative Centre for OCD Therapy. have completed the International OCD Foundations Behaviour Therapy Training Institute (BTTI) training on ERP for OCD. I have NHS experience. I have lived experience of OCD recovery.
As a BABCP accredited CBT Therapist I have worked in various NHS and private settings: Anxiety, Depression, Panic, OCD, PTSD, Trauma, Perfectionism, Worry and Low Self Esteem are difficulties I regularly work with. Cultural sensitivity and diversity is important, including: Physical Health, LGBTQIA+, Ethnicity, Religion & other differences. I work with adults, young people and facilitate CBT groups (recently for social anxiety and also substance misuse). I'm open-minded, friendly, warm and approachable. I will help you learn useful strategies, tools and techniques; alongside providing space to process & understand yourself better
As a BABCP accredited CBT Therapist I have worked in various NHS and private settings: Anxiety, Depression, Panic, OCD, PTSD, Trauma, Perfectionism, Worry and Low Self Esteem are difficulties I regularly work with. Cultural sensitivity and diversity is important, including: Physical Health, LGBTQIA+, Ethnicity, Religion & other differences. I work with adults, young people and facilitate CBT groups (recently for social anxiety and also substance misuse). I'm open-minded, friendly, warm and approachable. I will help you learn useful strategies, tools and techniques; alongside providing space to process & understand yourself better
Go deep, make choices, move forward, light up.
16yrs+ experience working with change, loss, burnout, dynamics of relating, trauma, illness: experiences that send us into a complicated spin of emotion. BACP registered & accredited working in NHS, Higher Education and Independent settings in Cambridge & Essex. I have over 10yrs experience as a Supervisor for Counsellors and Psychotherapists, GPs, Palliative Care Consultants, Hospital Chaplaincy and Teachers. As a contribution to my profession I have published articles, reviews and books, as well as taught on counselling training programmes & facilitated workshops & events.
Go deep, make choices, move forward, light up.
16yrs+ experience working with change, loss, burnout, dynamics of relating, trauma, illness: experiences that send us into a complicated spin of emotion. BACP registered & accredited working in NHS, Higher Education and Independent settings in Cambridge & Essex. I have over 10yrs experience as a Supervisor for Counsellors and Psychotherapists, GPs, Palliative Care Consultants, Hospital Chaplaincy and Teachers. As a contribution to my profession I have published articles, reviews and books, as well as taught on counselling training programmes & facilitated workshops & events.
How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in SG8
30+
Average cost per session
£75
Counsellors in SG8 who prioritize treating:
| 90% | Anxiety |
| 83% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 83% | Self Esteem |
| 83% | Complex PTSD |
| 77% | Relationship Issues |
| 77% | Depression |
| 73% | Stress |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 100% | Aviva |
| 78% | AXA PPP |
| 67% | WPA |
How Counsellors in SG8 see their clients
| 83% | In Person and Online | |
| 17% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 86% | Female | |
| 14% | Male |