Female Counselling in Ascot, ENG

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Havers Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ascot SL5
I survived a deafening and destructively powerful hurricane named Irma, when fear and loss dramatically changed my life and perspectives forever. If there's so much noise in your head it's hard to think, you'll be needing to make the changes you know you must. Do you want to gain a better understanding of what’s causing these negative challenges and narratives? By working together honestly and creatively, I can help you gain an insight into the difficulties you're facing with life and relationships, help you understand why you act or react to stressors in the way you do, and enable you to face the varied stages of change and growth.
I survived a deafening and destructively powerful hurricane named Irma, when fear and loss dramatically changed my life and perspectives forever. If there's so much noise in your head it's hard to think, you'll be needing to make the changes you know you must. Do you want to gain a better understanding of what’s causing these negative challenges and narratives? By working together honestly and creatively, I can help you gain an insight into the difficulties you're facing with life and relationships, help you understand why you act or react to stressors in the way you do, and enable you to face the varied stages of change and growth.
01344 951017 View 01344 951017
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Samantha Cooke
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ascot SL5
Are you finding it difficult to get up and face the day ahead? Struggling to connect or maintain your relationships? Tired of pretending to be something you're not, yet afraid of judgment? Do you feel stuck while others move forward? Are you experiencing low mood, stress, or anxiety? With irritation and anger surfacing frequently? Maybe you're overwhelmed by mixed emotions, made even more challenging by guilt or shame for feeling that way? Perhaps you feel different, and fear being left behind. Are your nights consumed by uncertainty and worries life will always be like this?
Are you finding it difficult to get up and face the day ahead? Struggling to connect or maintain your relationships? Tired of pretending to be something you're not, yet afraid of judgment? Do you feel stuck while others move forward? Are you experiencing low mood, stress, or anxiety? With irritation and anger surfacing frequently? Maybe you're overwhelmed by mixed emotions, made even more challenging by guilt or shame for feeling that way? Perhaps you feel different, and fear being left behind. Are your nights consumed by uncertainty and worries life will always be like this?
01344 951864 View 01344 951864
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Pat Palmer
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ascot SL5  (Online Only)
Counselling is there to help resolve any concerns which you may have within you - it's processing personal issues, helping you to achieve a self-awareness and understanding, it is the deepest and most effective way of educating ourselves. In a counselling session you are free to offload, explore and learn. This is an outlet for your most personal and sensitive feelings, it is only about you, it's your space, a place to shed and repair, without judgement, a place to grow. I offer a safe, confidential, non-judgemental environment where we can explore any issues you bring. I will be led by you, this is your time
Counselling is there to help resolve any concerns which you may have within you - it's processing personal issues, helping you to achieve a self-awareness and understanding, it is the deepest and most effective way of educating ourselves. In a counselling session you are free to offload, explore and learn. This is an outlet for your most personal and sensitive feelings, it is only about you, it's your space, a place to shed and repair, without judgement, a place to grow. I offer a safe, confidential, non-judgemental environment where we can explore any issues you bring. I will be led by you, this is your time
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Dr Amy Howarth
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Ascot SL5
My name is Amy Howarth and I am a specialist Counselling Psychologist, passionate about working with children, teenagers and adults who are facing challenges in their lives. I have a special interest in working with people who are struggling with anxiety, and low self confidence.
My name is Amy Howarth and I am a specialist Counselling Psychologist, passionate about working with children, teenagers and adults who are facing challenges in their lives. I have a special interest in working with people who are struggling with anxiety, and low self confidence.
020 3835 2369 View 020 3835 2369
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Colleen Shelswell
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ascot SL5
As an experienced Trauma and bereavement therapist, I work to support all of my adult clients, irrespective of the diverse or differing backgrounds and individual needs & issues that you are dealing with. My kindness and empathetic approach will help you grow in confidence to move forward and away from some behaviours, to find a more positive way of making sense of your thoughts & feelings. Using CBT, ACT, and person centred counselling, I help you understand and reduce worry & anxiety to improve your overall mental well-being by Valuing our therapeutic relationship and supporting you & build trust and improve your future self.
As an experienced Trauma and bereavement therapist, I work to support all of my adult clients, irrespective of the diverse or differing backgrounds and individual needs & issues that you are dealing with. My kindness and empathetic approach will help you grow in confidence to move forward and away from some behaviours, to find a more positive way of making sense of your thoughts & feelings. Using CBT, ACT, and person centred counselling, I help you understand and reduce worry & anxiety to improve your overall mental well-being by Valuing our therapeutic relationship and supporting you & build trust and improve your future self.
01276 740123 View 01276 740123
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Barbara Paczkowska
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ascot SL5
Valuing the importance of a therapeutic relationship, I base my relationships with clients on trust and partnership. Drawing on extensive experience I aim to provide a safe and non- judgmental environment where you the client feels acknowledged, listened to and supported. As we are all unique no one type of therapy 'fits' all and I therefore integrate the therapeutic models in which I have been trained to meet your particular individual needs.
Valuing the importance of a therapeutic relationship, I base my relationships with clients on trust and partnership. Drawing on extensive experience I aim to provide a safe and non- judgmental environment where you the client feels acknowledged, listened to and supported. As we are all unique no one type of therapy 'fits' all and I therefore integrate the therapeutic models in which I have been trained to meet your particular individual needs.
01753 907660 View 01753 907660
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Jo-Anne Karlsson
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Ascot SL5
A confidential, non-judgmental space where you can explore positive and challenging aspects of your life and any change you wish to explore or make. I have personal experience in sexual, physical, emotional and mental abuse; divorce; living with a Narcissist; step-parenting and living in an Ex-pat community. The approaches I predominantly use are Solution Focused, Bowenian Systemic approach, Brainspotting or Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy (EFP). All approaches work with clients, though I have found 'Walk and Talk' or EFP best for adolescents or those suffering with PTSD or Trauma, along with Brainspotting.
A confidential, non-judgmental space where you can explore positive and challenging aspects of your life and any change you wish to explore or make. I have personal experience in sexual, physical, emotional and mental abuse; divorce; living with a Narcissist; step-parenting and living in an Ex-pat community. The approaches I predominantly use are Solution Focused, Bowenian Systemic approach, Brainspotting or Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy (EFP). All approaches work with clients, though I have found 'Walk and Talk' or EFP best for adolescents or those suffering with PTSD or Trauma, along with Brainspotting.
01344 567575 View 01344 567575
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Kavita Deepak-Knights
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ascot SL5
Hello, I am Dr Kavita Deepak-Knights. I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and I work with adults over the age of 18, specialising in a number of therapies, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Eye-Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I work with wide-ranging adult and older adult mental health issues, such as: anxiety, depression, addictions, low self esteem, personality disorders, adjustment issues, grief, loss and bereavement, relationship difficulties, childhood trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder - just to name a few!
Hello, I am Dr Kavita Deepak-Knights. I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and I work with adults over the age of 18, specialising in a number of therapies, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Eye-Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I work with wide-ranging adult and older adult mental health issues, such as: anxiety, depression, addictions, low self esteem, personality disorders, adjustment issues, grief, loss and bereavement, relationship difficulties, childhood trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder - just to name a few!
01753 309904 View 01753 309904
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Becky Shave
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Ascot SL5
In our modern society there are so many potential situations where life can become difficult without warning. Some people may have experienced difficulties throughout the whole of their lives, some may have experienced changes to their circumstances that have led to difficulties arising in their teens, 20s, 30s or further into adulthood. Some people may not even have been aware that their circumstances and experiences have led them to a place where they needed help. Whatever a person’s life experiences, everyone deserves an opportunity to heal, develop a stronger sense of self, or just understand themselves better.
In our modern society there are so many potential situations where life can become difficult without warning. Some people may have experienced difficulties throughout the whole of their lives, some may have experienced changes to their circumstances that have led to difficulties arising in their teens, 20s, 30s or further into adulthood. Some people may not even have been aware that their circumstances and experiences have led them to a place where they needed help. Whatever a person’s life experiences, everyone deserves an opportunity to heal, develop a stronger sense of self, or just understand themselves better.
01276 537711 View 01276 537711
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Jennifer Chivers
Psychotherapist, PsychD, BACP
Verified Verified
Ascot SL5
Expressing oneself verbally is not easy for everybody. I believe that the therapeutic relationship can provide a healing and explorative experience for you as a client, facilitating you to examine your thoughts, beliefs, experiences and behaviours in a safe space with another. I work with a broad range of issues such as depression, anxiety, self esteem, disordered eating, grief and loss, trauma, suicidal thoughts and ideation, relationships, anger, sexual abuse, sleep, addiction, parenting, trauma and self harm.
Expressing oneself verbally is not easy for everybody. I believe that the therapeutic relationship can provide a healing and explorative experience for you as a client, facilitating you to examine your thoughts, beliefs, experiences and behaviours in a safe space with another. I work with a broad range of issues such as depression, anxiety, self esteem, disordered eating, grief and loss, trauma, suicidal thoughts and ideation, relationships, anger, sexual abuse, sleep, addiction, parenting, trauma and self harm.
01753 945671 View 01753 945671
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Gemma Autumn
Counsellor, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Ascot SL5
Are you feeling anxious? Depressed? Low self-esteem? I offer therapeutic counselling using talking and creative therapy so you can plant the seeds of awareness and grow change in your life. I (she/her) am a trained integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, ecopsychotherapist and practising artist. I work with adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, loss, low self-esteem, relationships, life direction, stress, burnout, trauma, attachment, creative blocks, divorce, intimacy, abuse, sexuality, OCD, religion, family problems, money stories, spiritual disconnection, psychedelic integration and living abroad.
Are you feeling anxious? Depressed? Low self-esteem? I offer therapeutic counselling using talking and creative therapy so you can plant the seeds of awareness and grow change in your life. I (she/her) am a trained integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, ecopsychotherapist and practising artist. I work with adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, loss, low self-esteem, relationships, life direction, stress, burnout, trauma, attachment, creative blocks, divorce, intimacy, abuse, sexuality, OCD, religion, family problems, money stories, spiritual disconnection, psychedelic integration and living abroad.
020 4538 2317 View 020 4538 2317
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Letitia Green
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ascot SL5
We all experience difficult times in our lives, whether it be through trauma, loss, being diagnosed with a chronic/terminal illness, or life’s natural cycle of events. Maybe you’re not sure what’s causing you to feel like you’re struggling, sometimes we don’t know why we feel sad, angry, anxious or depressed together we can unravel things and look at how we can increase your resilience. Working in an integrative way I use different theoretical approaches to empower you to make to make the best decisions for yourself. I offer a safe therapeutic space where you can talk things over and to move forward and feel more fulfilled.
We all experience difficult times in our lives, whether it be through trauma, loss, being diagnosed with a chronic/terminal illness, or life’s natural cycle of events. Maybe you’re not sure what’s causing you to feel like you’re struggling, sometimes we don’t know why we feel sad, angry, anxious or depressed together we can unravel things and look at how we can increase your resilience. Working in an integrative way I use different theoretical approaches to empower you to make to make the best decisions for yourself. I offer a safe therapeutic space where you can talk things over and to move forward and feel more fulfilled.
07403 938995 View 07403 938995
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Adriana Prado
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ascot SL5
I'm trained and experienced in helping young people (13+) and adults who are struggling with their mental health, and in gently assisting them in their search for the roots of those feelings. I work closely with LGBTQ+ folk, and with those who are and/or love neurodivergent people (ASD, ADHD, AuDHD, etc). I'm also an experienced School Counsellor, a role I greatly enjoy. I'm trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and culturally attuned. We will use your personal values and beliefs as our reference points during therapy, so that we can safely explore what's going on for you from the only appropriate perspective: your own.
I'm trained and experienced in helping young people (13+) and adults who are struggling with their mental health, and in gently assisting them in their search for the roots of those feelings. I work closely with LGBTQ+ folk, and with those who are and/or love neurodivergent people (ASD, ADHD, AuDHD, etc). I'm also an experienced School Counsellor, a role I greatly enjoy. I'm trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and culturally attuned. We will use your personal values and beliefs as our reference points during therapy, so that we can safely explore what's going on for you from the only appropriate perspective: your own.
01344 951451 View 01344 951451
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Tina Evans
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ascot SL5
Hello, I am Tina and I understand how challenging life can be especially if we have others relying on us, be it family, friends or colleagues. Life events can trigger changes to our relationships or career, leaving us feeling lost, perhaps your past is still defining you, or maybe life hasn’t turned out the way you had hoped. Sometimes we just lose ourselves and our direction. It can be difficult to share these feelings with family and friends - this is where I can offer you a warm, non-judgmental, safe space to explore and navigate any issues you are experiencing.
Hello, I am Tina and I understand how challenging life can be especially if we have others relying on us, be it family, friends or colleagues. Life events can trigger changes to our relationships or career, leaving us feeling lost, perhaps your past is still defining you, or maybe life hasn’t turned out the way you had hoped. Sometimes we just lose ourselves and our direction. It can be difficult to share these feelings with family and friends - this is where I can offer you a warm, non-judgmental, safe space to explore and navigate any issues you are experiencing.
01276 740178 View 01276 740178
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Counselling with Lauren
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ascot SL5
Hello, I’m Lauren, I'm a counsellor in Bagshot near Camberley. Are you finding life difficult? Feeling anxious, stressed or low? Maybe you have found that you are struggling with your relationships? Or maybe you think you are drinking a bit more than you'd like to, or taking drugs to help with your emotions? I can offer a space for you to explore your feelings and process what is happening in your life. As well as building up your self esteem and moving towards a self accepting place. Please note that I work with adults 18 and over.
Hello, I’m Lauren, I'm a counsellor in Bagshot near Camberley. Are you finding life difficult? Feeling anxious, stressed or low? Maybe you have found that you are struggling with your relationships? Or maybe you think you are drinking a bit more than you'd like to, or taking drugs to help with your emotions? I can offer a space for you to explore your feelings and process what is happening in your life. As well as building up your self esteem and moving towards a self accepting place. Please note that I work with adults 18 and over.
01276 748083 View 01276 748083
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Deborah Thomas
Counsellor, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ascot SL5
You may have tried talking therapies and not noticed any change in how you feel afterwards. I am passionate about working with people who feel lost, stuck, overwhelmed and in emotional pain. Art psychotherapy offers everything that normal talking therapy offers with the added dimension of accessing the unconscious parts of you, in a safe and contained way.
You may have tried talking therapies and not noticed any change in how you feel afterwards. I am passionate about working with people who feel lost, stuck, overwhelmed and in emotional pain. Art psychotherapy offers everything that normal talking therapy offers with the added dimension of accessing the unconscious parts of you, in a safe and contained way.
0118 230 0808 View 0118 230 0808
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Anna Brooks Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ascot SL5  (Online Only)
Welcome to my counseling practice, where warmth and compassion are at the heart of our work together. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, you’ve taken a courageous step by seeking support. Here, you can gently start to let go of the burdens holding you back, achieve your goals, and experience greater peace and satisfaction. Counselling provides a safe space to discover the answers within yourself. I respectfully support my clients on a journey of self-discovery, understanding that all issues are significant. Together, we will explore your thoughts and address their impact on your life and well-being.
Welcome to my counseling practice, where warmth and compassion are at the heart of our work together. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, you’ve taken a courageous step by seeking support. Here, you can gently start to let go of the burdens holding you back, achieve your goals, and experience greater peace and satisfaction. Counselling provides a safe space to discover the answers within yourself. I respectfully support my clients on a journey of self-discovery, understanding that all issues are significant. Together, we will explore your thoughts and address their impact on your life and well-being.
0118 230 2749 View 0118 230 2749
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Caitlin Cheale
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ascot SL5
Are you feeling sad, anxious, or overwhelmed with the demands of everyday life? Are you a mum struggling with the ups and downs of parenthood? Is your child struggling to manage big feelings and you don't know where to turn? I am here to help. I have over a decade of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adult women facing challenging times. Some of my areas of focus include anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, perinatal mental health, eating disorders, self-harm, and chronic illness. I provide both short-term, goal focused therapy and long-term work where we can explore your past and how it impacts your present.
Are you feeling sad, anxious, or overwhelmed with the demands of everyday life? Are you a mum struggling with the ups and downs of parenthood? Is your child struggling to manage big feelings and you don't know where to turn? I am here to help. I have over a decade of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adult women facing challenging times. Some of my areas of focus include anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, perinatal mental health, eating disorders, self-harm, and chronic illness. I provide both short-term, goal focused therapy and long-term work where we can explore your past and how it impacts your present.
01344 949273 View 01344 949273
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By Your Side Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ascot SL5
Life can offer wonderful experiences, but it can also present challenges that can be difficult to manage. Similarly, the people in our lives can bring us joy but relationships can be stressful and can leave us feeling overwhelmed. Navigating life's journey isn't always straightforward, and discovering our own path can be difficult. Sometimes we may need help in order to make sense of it all, this is where I can support you.
Life can offer wonderful experiences, but it can also present challenges that can be difficult to manage. Similarly, the people in our lives can bring us joy but relationships can be stressful and can leave us feeling overwhelmed. Navigating life's journey isn't always straightforward, and discovering our own path can be difficult. Sometimes we may need help in order to make sense of it all, this is where I can support you.
01344 959679 View 01344 959679
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Gloria Prest
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Ascot SL5
Reduction and control of Anxiety is my main speciality. I help people to clear their minds from thoughts, believes or habits that are an obstacle to fully enjoy their life and have peace of mind. Whether it is excessive, unnecessary worrying, depression, phobias, low self-esteem, relationship or family problems I help you to gain a wider perspective of the problem and find your way forward with a clearer more calm and productive mind.
Reduction and control of Anxiety is my main speciality. I help people to clear their minds from thoughts, believes or habits that are an obstacle to fully enjoy their life and have peace of mind. Whether it is excessive, unnecessary worrying, depression, phobias, low self-esteem, relationship or family problems I help you to gain a wider perspective of the problem and find your way forward with a clearer more calm and productive mind.
01753 907673 View 01753 907673

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Female Counsellors

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.