Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counselling in Bridport

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solutions counselling somerset
Counsellor, PsychD, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Bridport DT6
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist who works with you as an individual, to meet your specific needs. I keep my client numbers low in order to really get to know you and work to meet your needs. I use Counselling skills, CBT, and Solution focused therapy to help you to raise your awareness and achieve the goals and outcomes you want and need. Together we can make a plan and set goals to get you to where you want to be, with new insights and understanding. We can work at your pace, in bite sized chunks. I use worksheets and articles for you to explore relevant topics between sessions, to keep that motivation flowing.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist who works with you as an individual, to meet your specific needs. I keep my client numbers low in order to really get to know you and work to meet your needs. I use Counselling skills, CBT, and Solution focused therapy to help you to raise your awareness and achieve the goals and outcomes you want and need. Together we can make a plan and set goals to get you to where you want to be, with new insights and understanding. We can work at your pace, in bite sized chunks. I use worksheets and articles for you to explore relevant topics between sessions, to keep that motivation flowing.
01460 207086 View 01460 207086
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George Gotts
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bridport DT6
Are you feeling that you need a supportive relationship to help with issues in your life? At different times in life we may feel overwhelmed, alone or stuck and it can help to talk in a non judgemental setting. You may be considering therapy for many reasons and the first step is to just make contact. This can bring feelings of nervousness but it can also be a very exciting moment. You can ask for the help and support you need. It’s very important that you feel completely comfortable with your counsellor, that they are a person you can share all of yourself with.
Are you feeling that you need a supportive relationship to help with issues in your life? At different times in life we may feel overwhelmed, alone or stuck and it can help to talk in a non judgemental setting. You may be considering therapy for many reasons and the first step is to just make contact. This can bring feelings of nervousness but it can also be a very exciting moment. You can ask for the help and support you need. It’s very important that you feel completely comfortable with your counsellor, that they are a person you can share all of yourself with.
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Nancy Castle
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bridport DT6
Personal therapy supporting you to face challenges and find your answers. The service is client centred, safe, confidential, integrative, therapeutic, non-judgmental, relational, empathetic, private, ethical, and creative. I offer open ended psychotherapy or issue-based counselling. Contact me for a free chat to see if you think we can work together.
Personal therapy supporting you to face challenges and find your answers. The service is client centred, safe, confidential, integrative, therapeutic, non-judgmental, relational, empathetic, private, ethical, and creative. I offer open ended psychotherapy or issue-based counselling. Contact me for a free chat to see if you think we can work together.
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Nathalie Tayton
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bridport DT6  (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Nathalie. I am a BACP registered counsellor. My work is about creating an equal, non-judgmental and empathic therapeutic space for clients to explore and work through their feelings and difficulties safely. The therapy I offer can help with a wide range of issues, from anxiety and depression, divorce, grief, stress, overwhelm through to abusive relationships and trauma.
Hello, I'm Nathalie. I am a BACP registered counsellor. My work is about creating an equal, non-judgmental and empathic therapeutic space for clients to explore and work through their feelings and difficulties safely. The therapy I offer can help with a wide range of issues, from anxiety and depression, divorce, grief, stress, overwhelm through to abusive relationships and trauma.
01305 231978 View 01305 231978
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Harriet Schofield
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Bridport DT6  (Online Only)
My name is Harriet Schofield and I really believe in the potential for counselling to change lives. More than I in 4 people access counselling or psychotherapy at some point in their lives (BACP, 2014), therefore if you are unhappy or life feels like a struggle, you are not alone. I understand how frightening it can be to feel stuck and like there is no way out, but I want you to know that if you are ready for things to change, then they can, however difficult things are feeling now.
My name is Harriet Schofield and I really believe in the potential for counselling to change lives. More than I in 4 people access counselling or psychotherapy at some point in their lives (BACP, 2014), therefore if you are unhappy or life feels like a struggle, you are not alone. I understand how frightening it can be to feel stuck and like there is no way out, but I want you to know that if you are ready for things to change, then they can, however difficult things are feeling now.
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Samantha Barlow
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Bridport DT6
Life can be challenging. I offer a caring environment free from judgment for you to explore your feelings. I will work alongside you to develop life-changing habits and help you become the person you wish to be. I have a special interest in working with relationship difficulties, such as separation, divorce, affairs, control or abuse, stepfamily issues and parenting. I am a Relate trained, CPCAB Level 5 relational counsellor. I also work extensively with life stage transitions, such as adolescence, parenthood, menopause, older adults and bereavement. I am passionate about supporting people on their journey for meaning and purpose.
Life can be challenging. I offer a caring environment free from judgment for you to explore your feelings. I will work alongside you to develop life-changing habits and help you become the person you wish to be. I have a special interest in working with relationship difficulties, such as separation, divorce, affairs, control or abuse, stepfamily issues and parenting. I am a Relate trained, CPCAB Level 5 relational counsellor. I also work extensively with life stage transitions, such as adolescence, parenthood, menopause, older adults and bereavement. I am passionate about supporting people on their journey for meaning and purpose.
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Dillian Maas
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Crewkerne TA18
I have a wide range of experience of all that life can throw at us including perinatal mental health.
If you are feeling that you need help in your life for whatever reason, perhaps in your relationship, family dynamic, a work situation, with depression, anxiety or your mental health; for significant loss or past or present trauma; if life is just too challenging to cope with; if the way ahead feels uncertain; if you are without hope and feeling isolated or overwhelmed; or if you simply want to explore a problem or experience to help your general wellbeing and happiness, we can work together.
I have a wide range of experience of all that life can throw at us including perinatal mental health.
If you are feeling that you need help in your life for whatever reason, perhaps in your relationship, family dynamic, a work situation, with depression, anxiety or your mental health; for significant loss or past or present trauma; if life is just too challenging to cope with; if the way ahead feels uncertain; if you are without hope and feeling isolated or overwhelmed; or if you simply want to explore a problem or experience to help your general wellbeing and happiness, we can work together.
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Anna Louise McGuire
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Crewkerne TA18
Warmly welcoming new enquiries over the Summer holidays - I promise a response within 24 hours. Hello, I'm Anna, a registered counsellor and member of the BACP. My goal is to help my clients develop their own inner therapist, gaining self-understanding, emotional balance & healthy relationships. Clients of mine often find a renewed sense of self-love and acceptance, paving the way for personal growth and resilience. The well-being of my clients is my priority &, following sessions, I provide a psychological follow-up, recapping insights, tools & strategies discussed. If you're looking for a compassionate therapist, I'm here to help.
Warmly welcoming new enquiries over the Summer holidays - I promise a response within 24 hours. Hello, I'm Anna, a registered counsellor and member of the BACP. My goal is to help my clients develop their own inner therapist, gaining self-understanding, emotional balance & healthy relationships. Clients of mine often find a renewed sense of self-love and acceptance, paving the way for personal growth and resilience. The well-being of my clients is my priority &, following sessions, I provide a psychological follow-up, recapping insights, tools & strategies discussed. If you're looking for a compassionate therapist, I'm here to help.
01460 207142 View 01460 207142
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Psychological Therapy in Practice - Dr Rosie
Psychologist, HCPC - Health Psych.
Verified Verified
Dorchester DT6
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes life can really get us down and it might seem difficult to see a way through. This could be due to: Feeling low, hopeless, lonely, or depressed * Feeling anxious or afraid * Suffering with stress at home and/or in the workplace * Suffering with a long term physical/ mental health condition * Experiencing relationship problems * Loss of a loved one through break-up, divorce, or death * Traumatic events in our past which are still troubling us and preventing us from moving forward * Wanting to change a behaviour (diet, exercise, smoking etc). I can help you to cope with, manage, and improve the issues you face.
Sometimes life can really get us down and it might seem difficult to see a way through. This could be due to: Feeling low, hopeless, lonely, or depressed * Feeling anxious or afraid * Suffering with stress at home and/or in the workplace * Suffering with a long term physical/ mental health condition * Experiencing relationship problems * Loss of a loved one through break-up, divorce, or death * Traumatic events in our past which are still troubling us and preventing us from moving forward * Wanting to change a behaviour (diet, exercise, smoking etc). I can help you to cope with, manage, and improve the issues you face.
07723 560186 View 07723 560186
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Amelia Jane Nelson
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Lyme Regis DT7
Sometimes in life we come across challenges that are too big to manage and cope with by ourselves. We can feel 'stuck' lost and isolated with our problems, unable to find a way forward. There could be a heavy weight of unhappiness and you are unable to pinpoint why. Past events could be affecting the way you are in the world today. Anxiety or depression may be holding you back from experiencing life and relationships in the way that you want to.
Sometimes in life we come across challenges that are too big to manage and cope with by ourselves. We can feel 'stuck' lost and isolated with our problems, unable to find a way forward. There could be a heavy weight of unhappiness and you are unable to pinpoint why. Past events could be affecting the way you are in the world today. Anxiety or depression may be holding you back from experiencing life and relationships in the way that you want to.
01460 207147 View 01460 207147
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Eve McIntyre Babcp Cbt Emdr Cbt Supervison
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Lyme Regis DT7
Hi, I am a CBT Therapist (BABCP), Supervisor & EMDR Practitioner. Depression, Anxiety & PTSD can often lead people to feel stuck and lose their sense of self. I recognise when we feel like this we need to feel heard, have a way of making sense of what we are feeling and gain a sense of hope for the future. Through the therapeutic work I deliver using CBT and/or EMDR I hope to offer you just that. I will be alongside you, value and encourage your contributions, and aim to empower you to meet your goals. I have an adaptive style and would tailor the therapy to you. I strive to create a warm, non-judgemental, curious therapeutic space.
Hi, I am a CBT Therapist (BABCP), Supervisor & EMDR Practitioner. Depression, Anxiety & PTSD can often lead people to feel stuck and lose their sense of self. I recognise when we feel like this we need to feel heard, have a way of making sense of what we are feeling and gain a sense of hope for the future. Through the therapeutic work I deliver using CBT and/or EMDR I hope to offer you just that. I will be alongside you, value and encourage your contributions, and aim to empower you to meet your goals. I have an adaptive style and would tailor the therapy to you. I strive to create a warm, non-judgemental, curious therapeutic space.
01823 213864 View 01823 213864

Online Therapists

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Sasha Nathanson
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Newton Abbot TQ13
With a background in massage and as a trained doula and childbirth educator, I’ve always been passionate about supporting women throughout the significant transitions of adolescence, the perinatal period, stages of matrescence, perimenopause and menopause.
I offer counselling to individuals and couples who are going through periods of transition, looking for a deeper connection with themselves and life, and to those who are seeking to heal from trauma. I see clients from 11 years old, and have worked extensively with students in higher education. I also have experience supporting couples and working with women throughout the perinatal period, fourth trimester, peri menopause and menopause. As well as maternal mental health, areas of experience and focus are relationship issues, trauma, sexual abuse, disordered eating, bereavement and burn out.
With a background in massage and as a trained doula and childbirth educator, I’ve always been passionate about supporting women throughout the significant transitions of adolescence, the perinatal period, stages of matrescence, perimenopause and menopause.
I offer counselling to individuals and couples who are going through periods of transition, looking for a deeper connection with themselves and life, and to those who are seeking to heal from trauma. I see clients from 11 years old, and have worked extensively with students in higher education. I also have experience supporting couples and working with women throughout the perinatal period, fourth trimester, peri menopause and menopause. As well as maternal mental health, areas of experience and focus are relationship issues, trauma, sexual abuse, disordered eating, bereavement and burn out.
01364 701715 View 01364 701715
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Melanie Swan
Verified Verified
Dartmouth TQ6  (Online Only)
Womb Healing: Healing after abortion, birth trauma, pregnancy loss, menstrual cycle issues, first period re-patterning, peri-menopause & womb clearing.
Understand and clear the ROOT cause of repeating patterns and subconscious beliefs in this life, past lives and generational lineages – to come home to your true self. Specialist trauma healing and womb healing for women.
Womb Healing: Healing after abortion, birth trauma, pregnancy loss, menstrual cycle issues, first period re-patterning, peri-menopause & womb clearing.
Understand and clear the ROOT cause of repeating patterns and subconscious beliefs in this life, past lives and generational lineages – to come home to your true self. Specialist trauma healing and womb healing for women.
020 4538 2462 View 020 4538 2462
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Naomi Page
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Farnborough GU14
I have a special interest in working with difficulties in Perinatal period.
I work with clients with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, mood swings, phobias, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive behaviour, difficulties in social situations, anger management issues, stress, bereavement, postnatal depression, relationship issues and family problems. Many of my clients come with a question about life - a feeling of stuckness, lack of purpose, longing for things to be different or a struggle to adjust, lack of purpose, longing for things to be different or a struggle to adjust to life changes. I provide individual therapy in my private practice to support people with these difficulties.
I have a special interest in working with difficulties in Perinatal period.
I work with clients with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, mood swings, phobias, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive behaviour, difficulties in social situations, anger management issues, stress, bereavement, postnatal depression, relationship issues and family problems. Many of my clients come with a question about life - a feeling of stuckness, lack of purpose, longing for things to be different or a struggle to adjust, lack of purpose, longing for things to be different or a struggle to adjust to life changes. I provide individual therapy in my private practice to support people with these difficulties.
01689 669411 View 01689 669411
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Dr Katie Casey
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Christchurch BH23
As well as working across the life span with mood and trauma based difficulties I have three specialist mental health areas that I work in: perinatal, physical health and child and adolescent.
Living (or parenting a child) with the effects of trauma and other mental health difficulties can feel impossible. Unfortunately, finding help can be a daunting process with so many solutions being offered and not all of them being evidence based. The next best step is often to get in touch for a free 15 minute consultation to find out if I feel like the right fit for you or your child.
As well as working across the life span with mood and trauma based difficulties I have three specialist mental health areas that I work in: perinatal, physical health and child and adolescent.
Living (or parenting a child) with the effects of trauma and other mental health difficulties can feel impossible. Unfortunately, finding help can be a daunting process with so many solutions being offered and not all of them being evidence based. The next best step is often to get in touch for a free 15 minute consultation to find out if I feel like the right fit for you or your child.
01425 209296 View 01425 209296
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Sarah Wardley
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX4
Are you pregnant and struggling with anxiety or low mood? Maybe you are already a parent and questioning how you feel, or finding that being a parent doesnt make you feel how you expected? I am a Registered Midwife and a Perinatal CBT Therapist and I specialise in helping people with mental health concerns relating to childbirth, from conception to the early years of parenthood. My first hand experience of working in maternity services means I can provide a safe space from which to support you, and can help with antenatal and post natal anxiety and depression, birth trauma and PTSD, fear of birth, OCD and phobias.
Are you pregnant and struggling with anxiety or low mood? Maybe you are already a parent and questioning how you feel, or finding that being a parent doesnt make you feel how you expected? I am a Registered Midwife and a Perinatal CBT Therapist and I specialise in helping people with mental health concerns relating to childbirth, from conception to the early years of parenthood. My first hand experience of working in maternity services means I can provide a safe space from which to support you, and can help with antenatal and post natal anxiety and depression, birth trauma and PTSD, fear of birth, OCD and phobias.
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Helen Marie Yates
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frome BA11
Hello and welcome, I have experience in many different client issues, to name some- self harm, relationship difficulties, body dysmorphia, gender dysphoria, neuro diversity, relationship difficulties, bereavement, miscarriage, infertility, addiction and trauma. I have a strong grounding in eating disorders, LGBTQ issues and sexual abuse. You may use the space how you wish to and I will be alongside you, supporting you along the way to find your own answers and come to your own solutions, conclusions and understandings. I wouldn't offer you advice but would facilitate what you would like to work on and what you wish to explore.
Hello and welcome, I have experience in many different client issues, to name some- self harm, relationship difficulties, body dysmorphia, gender dysphoria, neuro diversity, relationship difficulties, bereavement, miscarriage, infertility, addiction and trauma. I have a strong grounding in eating disorders, LGBTQ issues and sexual abuse. You may use the space how you wish to and I will be alongside you, supporting you along the way to find your own answers and come to your own solutions, conclusions and understandings. I wouldn't offer you advice but would facilitate what you would like to work on and what you wish to explore.
01373 485190 View 01373 485190
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Christine Eliot
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Alton GU34
I also have a particular interest and expertise in working with women's health specifically related to pregnancy, fertility and IVF treatment.
Welcome, my name is Chris Eliot and I run my private practice as a psychotherapist, counsellor and supervisor form my base in Alton, Hampshire. My work as an integrative psychotherapist is underpinned by 30 years; experience of working in the NHS and private sector.
I also have a particular interest and expertise in working with women's health specifically related to pregnancy, fertility and IVF treatment.
Welcome, my name is Chris Eliot and I run my private practice as a psychotherapist, counsellor and supervisor form my base in Alton, Hampshire. My work as an integrative psychotherapist is underpinned by 30 years; experience of working in the NHS and private sector.
01420 551347 View 01420 551347
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Faye Marriott
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Godalming GU7
I have lots of experience in and offer therapy sessions for a variety of life challenges and difficulties including: Addictions (drugs, alcohol, food, sex, love, gambling), Anxiety, depression, low self esteem and panic attacks, Financial issues, Abuse, Couples/ Relationship/family issues, Divorce/separation, Affairs/betrayals, Infertility and miscarriage.
I support people to live happier, healthier and more fulfilling lives, by reducing emotional distress and challenging unhelpful or rigid thought patterns. I have practiced privately for a number of years, and have also worked at the Priory Hospital, an addiction support agency and within numerous colleges. I work with individuals and with couples. Perhaps you are fed up with feeling, living or thinking in a certain way, and this is affecting your work life, your romantic relationships, your friendships or your self-esteem.
I have lots of experience in and offer therapy sessions for a variety of life challenges and difficulties including: Addictions (drugs, alcohol, food, sex, love, gambling), Anxiety, depression, low self esteem and panic attacks, Financial issues, Abuse, Couples/ Relationship/family issues, Divorce/separation, Affairs/betrayals, Infertility and miscarriage.
I support people to live happier, healthier and more fulfilling lives, by reducing emotional distress and challenging unhelpful or rigid thought patterns. I have practiced privately for a number of years, and have also worked at the Priory Hospital, an addiction support agency and within numerous colleges. I work with individuals and with couples. Perhaps you are fed up with feeling, living or thinking in a certain way, and this is affecting your work life, your romantic relationships, your friendships or your self-esteem.
020 3763 8860 View 020 3763 8860
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Diana Gunner
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wellington TA21
I offer online and face to face therapy, specialising in working with those affected by pregnancy, baby and child loss.
Hi I’m Diana. Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. Are you struggling and feel as if no one ‘gets’ it? Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed or just lost. Sometimes, life throws challenges at us when we least expect them and are least prepared for the impact they may have on our lives. I can help you to make sense of these experiences and emotions. By offering you space to explore your thoughts we can work together to help you move forward. We can find ways to overcome negative thoughts and to stop you feeling stuck.
I offer online and face to face therapy, specialising in working with those affected by pregnancy, baby and child loss.
Hi I’m Diana. Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. Are you struggling and feel as if no one ‘gets’ it? Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed or just lost. Sometimes, life throws challenges at us when we least expect them and are least prepared for the impact they may have on our lives. I can help you to make sense of these experiences and emotions. By offering you space to explore your thoughts we can work together to help you move forward. We can find ways to overcome negative thoughts and to stop you feeling stuck.
01952 984193 View 01952 984193

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Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counsellors

What are the most effective ways to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns?

The most effective way to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns is by finding a therapist who has prior experience helping other patients overcome the challenge being faced. For example, a marriage and family therapist may have experience helping couples adjust to their new relationship dynamic. An anxiety specialist may have experience helping with phobias or illness anxiety related to the child’s health. A depression specialist may have experience treating postpartum depression.

When should I seek treatment for prenatal or postpartum concerns?

Pregnancy and the postpartum period involve intense physical and mental changes; a degree of upset and instability is normal. However, if these changes impair daily functioning, it may be time to seek help. This distinction is pertinent for postpartum depression: A period of teariness, irritability, and distress is difficult but normal in the one to two weeks after childbirth (sometimes called the “baby blues.”) But if feelings of sadness and hopelessness persist beyond that period, the person should seek treatment.

How do I manage worries during pregnancy or the postnatal period?

A therapist can help patients develop the tools they need to manage anxieties during or after pregnancy. Cognitive behavioural therapy can help people identify and reframe harmful patterns of thought, and change their behaviours. Other techniques and skills can allow people to develop acceptance, psychological flexibility, self-compassion, communication skills, and more.