Counselling in Guildford

Trauma, abuse, PTSD, C-PTSD, ACES (Adverse Childhood Experiences), Relationship issues, Depression, Anxiety, Domestic or Sexual abuse are some of the areas I specialise in. All these issues can impact on your day to day life. I work collaboratively with you during sessions to help focus on how we can use mindfulness and various techniques to manage the here and now while working through and processing your experiences using exposure therapy, inner child work and various techniques I use as an Integrative Therapist. We work at your pace and I help provide a safe space for you to Reflect, Overcome, Strengthen and Empower yourself

As a Counsellor I work in a client led approach empathically catering towards the clients needs and goals. My approach is Psychodynamic that means I can help clients deal with the unresolved issues of their past to possibly make sense with the present. Life can be confusing and scary at times making one feel stuck and lost, much like being in a storm .I can help clients find their way through the storm so that they can eventually achieve some sort of clarity and begin to cope with the challenges of every day life.

At Balance Your Mind (BYM), I offer an evidence -based, idiosyncratic and tailored Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help people achieve their mental fitness goals. At BYM, I specialises in the treatment of Depression, Generalised anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Social Anxiety, Health Anxiety, Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) and Phobias. The people I work with often want to understand their difficulties and how best they can overcome these. They want to achieve their mental fitness goals and to develop life long strategies.

If you are at a time in your life when you are feeling stuck and you are facing difficulties that are causing you uncertainty, fear and anxiety. It can create a sense of vulnerability and feelings of insecurities. Past experiences or trauma may resurface. Surviving through this can be quite challenging. Sharing your concerns with myself can help find a way through this and relieve some of the burden you may be carrying. Counselling can create an awakening within you, becoming more reflective, insightful and aware of your surroundings. I have the ability to connect authentically and deeply with your emotions.

With over 16 years' experience as a counsellor, I offer evidence based therapy for low mood/depression, types of anxiety, OCD, Trauma, abuse, self-criticism, shame, PTSD, self-esteem, cultural issues, suicidal thoughts, personal growth and development. I am qualified to assess and diagnose ADHD. You may be feeling overwhelmed or stuck and feel restricted by current or past problems. I can help you work on your relationship with yourself and understand what is getting in the way of living the life you want. I use approaches such as Cognitive behaviour therapy, ACT, DBT, person centred therapy, Compassion focused therapy CFT, etc.

I treat depression and anxiety disorders such as specific phobias, PTSD, childhood trauma, OCD, Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Social phobia, Panic and Agoraphobia and Health Anxiety. I also treat Anorexia nervosa and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD). I treat individuals 16+ and couples too. In addition, I also offer CBT supervision to High Intensity Therapists and Psychological Well Being Practitioners in our service. I am happy to take on any private practitioner looking for a CBT supervisor.

At Simply Psychotherapy, our passion is helping individuals like you overcome your mental health difficulties and achieve lasting progress and wellbeing. We offer evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) to address a wide range of mental health conditions. If you are struggling with depression, excessive worrying, stress, low self-esteem, health anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, panic attacks, body dysmorphia, binge eating, bulimia, or phobias. Through therapy we can give you effective strategies to break free from the grip of these conditions.

My ideal counseling client is someone who is willing to engage in self-reflection and actively participate in the therapeutic process. They may be dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, or personal growth challenges. Their needs include a safe and supportive space to explore their thoughts and feelings, validation of their experiences, and guidance in developing coping strategies and solutions. Their goals may involve improving emotional well-being, enhancing self-awareness, building healthier relationships, and achieving personal growth.

I am a Psychologist trained in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), Cognitive processing therapy (CPT), STAIRS with a background of working with children, youth, and women. As a Muslim woman I believe on an empathetic and non-judgemental attitude is the key where a client can explore his/her inner world for making a positive change. I am flexible in my approach to work with my clients with a positive attitude. Small goals can lead to bigger goals. I help my clients setting up the right goals for themselves. change can begin from inside as well as outside. I work with my clients to make them aware of their potential and strengths

I am an integrative counsellor offering Psychodynamic and Person Centered therapy. You might be seeking support because you could be experiencing low mood, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and or just trying to make sense of what is going on. I know that seeking help and speaking about it might not be easy. Some of us perhaps never experienced being helped. A simple act of saying ‘No’ feels like one step away from disaster. My work with you will explore the emotions that you are going through, enabling you to find your voice and meaning in life

Hi - I currently have space to work with a couple and an individual. I work with couples who are struggling to be a team and want to work through key issues to find a way back to each other. I am to help improve communication and develop a greater understanding of yourself and your partner. With 15 years experience of working in mental health I aim to support you to unlock your potential through becoming more self-aware. I provide a safe, respectful and supportive space for you to identify your specific needs, explore issues and work through your difficulties.

I offer a safe and empathic space where you can feel at ease to be yourself and feel truly heard, to be able to explore any difficult thoughts and emotions you may be experiencing. My aim is to help facilitate and to develop greater self awareness in order to promote personal growth in a supportive environment. I have had experience of working with a diverse range of client groups with presenting issues around anxiety, depression, low mood, self-esteem, loss, identity, cultural difference, family and relationships issues.

At times life can be challenging and we can get to point where we may feel a bit stuck and need to make sense of things. I seek to create a safe, culturally sensitive and non judgmental space for you to feel heard and understood. I’m here to support you to achieve the changes that you desire for yourself by helping you to process your feelings, gain greater clarity and to build more self awareness.

Hi - are you feeling stuck? Repeating the same patterns of behaviour again and again in your life or relationship and going around in circles? Do you feel a lack of love/respect with your partner or someone close to you? Is sex/intimacy an issue but you’re not quite sure how to approach it? Perhaps trauma, life changes, neurodiversity (adhd/asc) or difficult times have led to anxiety/depression, the trust has gone, or you're feeling sad, angry, lonely, stressed, numb, or just not sure what you feel anymore? I provide a safe, non-judgmental space helping people to improve on their personal wellbeing and relationships.

I am a registered member of British Association of Counselling Practise (BACP) and comply with their practise Ethics and Standard. I am an Integrative counsellor with Humanistic approach using Person Centred, Solution Focused, Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behaviour and Systemic Family Therapy as my core models. Each individual I work with is unique and come with issues that get in the way of their life from time to time. I respect everyone is different and I work with clients according to their personality and presenting issues.•I know it can be really hard at times to reach out for help but please remember you are important.

​Sometimes life can hurl difficulties our way and leaving us feeling conflicted, confused and depleted and at other times our thoughts and feelings may seem out of balance to the event that triggered them or do not seem to begin from anything specific at all. I work with you in a confidential space, where you can speak freely about what is troubling you, providing you with support and security, such that you no longer have to struggle on by yourself. My areas of expertise lie in treating anxiety, depression, traumata, loss and fertility concerns.

I am an Integrative Humanistic Therapist. I work with the understanding of intersectional complexities, neurodiversity and GSRD (gender, sexual, and relationship diversity). We explore all aspects of your lived experience to understand your current state of being. I utilise a trauma informed lens, as well as aim to re-establish connection with the body. Having lived in South Asia, the Middle East, America, France and now the UK, I am able to understand and acknowledge the social and cultural uniqueness of each person.

I’m a UKCP-Registered Neurodiverse Psychotherapist trained in Transactional Analysis which has its roots in Psychodynamic and Humanistic psychotherapy, and share similarities with Schema therapy. Transactional Analysis (TA) examines an individual's personality and how this has been shaped by experiences. This means I’m able to help clients understand the root of their issues and therefore make lasting changes.

I am a chartered psychologist (BPS & HCPC accredited). I have an extensive experience in providing assessments and treatment to adult, children and families. My practice is informed by Counselling, CBT, Psychodynamic, Person Centered, Existential, attachment and Systemic Family approaches. I also offer EMDR therapy for complex trauma. I have also been working as Expert Court Witness (BPS accredited) working within the area of family court and immigration. I also work with children and young persons using the principles of play therapy, psychodynamic and attachment theory. I use culturally sensitive approach with ethnic minorities.