Counselling in Cheltenham

My private practice is set in the heart of the beautiful Wye Valley, providing that much needed relaxing calm safe space. As a psychotherapist and Supervisor who has worked with trauma for over 17 years I am mainly focusing my work on those who have experienced narcissistic abuse. Please email me to book an appointment. I look forward to working with you.

At times of feeling low or anxious we often think, “what’s the point of trying it won’t make any difference”, leading to feelings of depression, sadness, fear and tearfulness. This then leads to changes in our behaviour such as withdrawing from others or staying in bed as we mull things over in our heads which makes us feel worse. Additionally, past trauma issues can often leave us feeling overwhelmed or with experiences of flashbacks and nightmares. Relationship issues left unresolved often leave us with a sense of helplessness and relationship breakdown leave us feel confused. Does this sound familiar to you?

My name is Dr Karen Leung, a Chartered Counselling Psychologist registered with the BPS and the Health & Care Professions Council. I am a psychologist with extensive experience in delivering high quality therapy for clients both within the NHS and private sector. I'm also a trained EMDR therapist. Within the NHS, I'm the Lead Psychologist for a mental health service and I work with individuals with a wide range of clinical presentations. I practice multiple models of evidence-based psychological therapy and enjoy working creatively with clients, tailoring individualised treatment plans that meets their psychological needs and goals.

My main work consists of Couples counselling as well as trauma focused work, which includes childhood trauma. The work involves psycho education around brain fragments, where clients work to assess when they are operating from the frontal lobe and when they switch to the limbic system where they are reliving old trauma memories. Since Covid there has been an increased demand for couples work. A lot of work is around working with couples in troubled relationships. I work with children and young people who have experienced trauma and sexual abuse as well as bereavement support work.

Do you feel overwhelmed with everyday life, anxious about things, experiencing relational issues? If so, you have made the right choice by seeking help, a step in the right direction. I am an Integrative counsellor with over 12 years’ experience of successfully helping people work through similar challenges. Secondary school and college students, people with drug and alcohol addictions, clients from non-profit organisations, adults and minors from diverse backgrounds, all confirm the quality of therapy received. I work collaboratively with them to regain self-esteem, deal with their problems, and gain confidence to face the future.

Unexpected life events, such as as death of a loved one, divorce, end of a relationship, loss of employment and sexual/domestic abuse, can be overwhelming that we find ourselves reacting or behaving in uncharacteristic ways such as overcome with anxiety, depression, extreme anger or adopt unhelpful coping mechanisms such as dependence on alcohol or drugs. Therapy provides the opportunity to process such life changing events and examines our response/behaviour as we deal with these issues. It is an opportunity to be truly heard, and heal without fear of judgement, being diminished or shamed.

Hello and welcome to my page. I am a fully qualified, UKCP registered Senior Group Analyst, Psychotherapist & Supervisor with 20 years experience aiming to support individuals, couples, and families who are facing with difficulties and assist them in gaining a better understanding by offering an accepting and warm space. Whether you feel depressed, anxious or want to understand yourself better, you may want to seek help to explore your inner world, I can provide you professional help in a non-judgemental and open atmosphere where you can get better insight. I invite clients from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures and identities.

Hello and Welcome, Life has indeed become complex. Many of us are now struggling with our mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings have risen to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a Master Degree and EMDR Accredited, I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.

Welcome. I offer warm, relational support to adults, teenagers and couples bringing issues including: depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem and confidence, marital or family relationship difficulties, bereavement, spirituality and faith matters. I have special interest, training and experience in working with attachment issues trauma and abuse, including post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), dissociation, personality adaptations, somatic and embodied processes. Early on, we will explore your hopes, fears and goals for therapy. I use a confidential, creatively equipped indoor room with access to private outdoor natural space

No question is too big or small to bring to therapy. Perhaps you have a sense that something in your life isn’t feeling quite right and would like to make sense of this, or perhaps you are struggling with issues within relationships with loved ones and would like for these to improve. It may be that you have been struggling with low mood, depression or anxiety and have taken the first step of seeking support. As a Systemic Psychotherapist, I work with Families, Couples and Individuals. I work in a way which is collaborative, recognising and drawing upon people’s strengths.

Getting pregnant…giving birth…adjusting to being a parent…managing health and mood challenges…knowing what to do with your baby. It is full of expectations and adjustments which can leave us with overwhelming emotions. I know what this is like and have met so many Mums who feel the same. Hello, I am Dr Sarah-Louise Hurst and I am passionate about providing you with therapy to help you create the change you are looking for. I can provide a tailor made therapy plan and equip you with psychological tools to make your day-to-day and experience of motherhood increasingly meaningful.

Are you feeling trapped or uncertain about your next steps? Are you navigating transitions and feeling overwhelmed? You may be feeling torn between honouring family traditions and staying true to your personal values. If you're seeking to break free from unhealthy attachment patterns and committed to breaking the cycle of generational trauma - I see you! If you consider yourself a 'cycle-breaker' - we'd be a great fit! Reach out to book a FREE 15-minute intro video call.

I offer therapy to adults and young people who are struggling with psychological distress and/or mental health issues. I work with individuals who wish to increase their understanding and awareness of themselves in order to progress in any aspect of their lives. I have the clinical expertise to work with a variety of difficulties and I use a variety of therapeutic models and approaches to facilitate this. I currently work as a Principal Psychologist for the NHS.

I understand that life at times can feel challenging, and it can take only one thing to knock you off balance emotionally and mentally! Hello, my name is Davina and thank you for taking the time out to view my profile. I am the founder of Time in Counselling, and I am here to support your healing process to get you from where you are now, to where you want to be. I have an ongoing interest in working with women from the BME community; specialising in childhood abuse, sexual abuse, trauma-related concerns and relationships difficulties.

Hi I'm Pauline, thank you for reaching out as I understand that this can be difficult. Are you tired of feeling tired? Stressed or anxious? Struggling to concentrate, to sleep? Maybe you are worried about how you will cope? Angry or tearful? Do you feel anxious and don't know what the next step is? Have you lost your confidence, or identity? Do you fear you are going 'mad'? Being able to talk to someone outside your circle of family and friends can help. I won't tell you what to do but I will walk alongside you to help you understand how your experiences have impacted you.