LGBTQ+ Affirming Counsellors in Bristol, ENG
![Photo of Rue Smith - R-talk, BACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/977ecce9-72fb-4348-9cbf-7b5fd5e0cc40/2/320x400.jpeg)
Do you have that feeling that life is becoming too much? Or maybe you feel your mood is low and you dont know why. Do you feel anxious but dont know how to control the symptoms? or maybe you know exactly how you feel and are suffering in silence because you dont know where to turn or who to talk to about it.
Do you have that feeling that life is becoming too much? Or maybe you feel your mood is low and you dont know why. Do you feel anxious but dont know how to control the symptoms? or maybe you know exactly how you feel and are suffering in silence because you dont know where to turn or who to talk to about it.
![Photo of Sheila Field, MA, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5365ffd9-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a trained, accredited and registered (UKCP and UKAHPP) Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Supervisor, with over 15 years’ experience. Apart from six years’ training (humanistic, UKCP accredited) as a Psychotherapist, I have also done further courses in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Sex Therapy, Addictions counselling, Couples’ counselling and have specialised in working with domestic abuse survivors. Before training as a Psychotherapist, I worked in Higher education Administration. I am experienced in working with individuals bringing a whole range of issues from anxiety and depression to bullying and other abuse.
I am a trained, accredited and registered (UKCP and UKAHPP) Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Supervisor, with over 15 years’ experience. Apart from six years’ training (humanistic, UKCP accredited) as a Psychotherapist, I have also done further courses in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Sex Therapy, Addictions counselling, Couples’ counselling and have specialised in working with domestic abuse survivors. Before training as a Psychotherapist, I worked in Higher education Administration. I am experienced in working with individuals bringing a whole range of issues from anxiety and depression to bullying and other abuse.
![Photo of Sarah Finch, BACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3a997542-42dd-46b9-8dc7-9910491e3391/1/320x400.jpeg)
I mostly work with clients who have been adversely affected by abuse, trauma, and relationship difficulties. I have extended this to work with couples and relationships. I work by tuning into each client’s individual circumstances and listen to how their life experiences have impacted them. I can offer some solutions, such as coping mechanisms for managing trauma responses such as anxiety and depression. I also offer help in developing practical skills in managing narcissistic behaviour, such as carefully considered boundary setting, recognising that boundaries often come with negative consequences.
I mostly work with clients who have been adversely affected by abuse, trauma, and relationship difficulties. I have extended this to work with couples and relationships. I work by tuning into each client’s individual circumstances and listen to how their life experiences have impacted them. I can offer some solutions, such as coping mechanisms for managing trauma responses such as anxiety and depression. I also offer help in developing practical skills in managing narcissistic behaviour, such as carefully considered boundary setting, recognising that boundaries often come with negative consequences.
![Photo of Ivana Hardy, DCounsPsych, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/30df79cf-6755-4541-acb7-0fa49a7a1752/2/320x400.jpeg)
Seeking a counsellor can be a daunting process. If you’re having having trouble maintaining nourishing connections or have experienced a recent loss or trauma, I can work with you to find your own insights and strengths, enabling you to move towards more freedom and choice. I recognise the need to feel met within a safe and trusting relationship. Having a sense of safeness in the relationship, between us, is at the heart of effective therapy. If we start by being easy and gentle with ourselves, caring for and being able to understand ourselves more fully, can pave the way for more fulfilment.
Seeking a counsellor can be a daunting process. If you’re having having trouble maintaining nourishing connections or have experienced a recent loss or trauma, I can work with you to find your own insights and strengths, enabling you to move towards more freedom and choice. I recognise the need to feel met within a safe and trusting relationship. Having a sense of safeness in the relationship, between us, is at the heart of effective therapy. If we start by being easy and gentle with ourselves, caring for and being able to understand ourselves more fully, can pave the way for more fulfilment.
![Photo of Laura Turley, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/548e2bbf-d9bb-4e47-8b6f-450622bdc963/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a fully insured and registered MBACP Integrative Therapist, Couples Counsellor, Supervisor and a member of the Westcountry Association of Counsellors. I have been in professional practice for 10 years, and work with 18+ individuals, couples and groups using a variety of different counselling models and methods. Although I would broadly describe myself as a 'Person-Centred Therapist', my methods are entirely client-led and not dictated by any personal preference in terms of therapeutic model.
I am a fully insured and registered MBACP Integrative Therapist, Couples Counsellor, Supervisor and a member of the Westcountry Association of Counsellors. I have been in professional practice for 10 years, and work with 18+ individuals, couples and groups using a variety of different counselling models and methods. Although I would broadly describe myself as a 'Person-Centred Therapist', my methods are entirely client-led and not dictated by any personal preference in terms of therapeutic model.
![Photo of Jules Reynolds, MBABCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e572addd-bdf5-4f7e-a67c-814c5ba9d176/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hello...I'm Jules...Sometimes in life we can hit hard times and sometimes we need that extra help just to get us to a better place. I am here to support, listen and treat you with respect, whilst we navigate and unravel some of your hardest challenges, or just using this time to get to understand more about yourself. Let's have that initial consultation and see what we can do to get some specific goals identified and resolved to help you start leading a more satisfying life
Hello...I'm Jules...Sometimes in life we can hit hard times and sometimes we need that extra help just to get us to a better place. I am here to support, listen and treat you with respect, whilst we navigate and unravel some of your hardest challenges, or just using this time to get to understand more about yourself. Let's have that initial consultation and see what we can do to get some specific goals identified and resolved to help you start leading a more satisfying life
![Photo of Kesley Cage, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6289bbee-351c-42b1-b558-961a6718265a/2/320x400.png)
What a world we live in, hey? So much pain. So much drama, and heartache. Yet, also so much beauty, love, and understanding. There's nothing to do except be here now and show up fully, living as best as we can. This is where therapy begins. It may be hard work to change your habits, or to stop your thoughts spiralling. However you may find stillness, presence and recovery. No matter what adversity you've been through, I believe that you can grow from it and gain resilience.
What a world we live in, hey? So much pain. So much drama, and heartache. Yet, also so much beauty, love, and understanding. There's nothing to do except be here now and show up fully, living as best as we can. This is where therapy begins. It may be hard work to change your habits, or to stop your thoughts spiralling. However you may find stillness, presence and recovery. No matter what adversity you've been through, I believe that you can grow from it and gain resilience.
![Photo of Peter Carter Sex Therapist, MSc, COSRT Accred, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e23c7cff-b8bd-467c-b56e-382d02711253/2/320x400.jpeg)
Peter Carter Sex Therapist
Psychotherapist, MSc, COSRT Accred
Verified Verified
Bristol BS1 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have been supporting men's sexual health, self-identity & wellbeing for over 30 years. I integrate specialist sexual health & HIV nursing experience, alongside evidence-based sex therapy to men struggling with problem sexual behaviours. I offer a safe and supportive environment to explore sexual urges, thoughts and behaviours with the aim to better understand, and make the changes you want.
I have been supporting men's sexual health, self-identity & wellbeing for over 30 years. I integrate specialist sexual health & HIV nursing experience, alongside evidence-based sex therapy to men struggling with problem sexual behaviours. I offer a safe and supportive environment to explore sexual urges, thoughts and behaviours with the aim to better understand, and make the changes you want.
![Photo of Sarah Krakoski, MA, MBACP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fb328fed-0fde-43e4-ad8d-41cfae12c728/1/320x400.jpeg)
Psychotherapy offers a safe and supportive environment where individuals can explore and increase understanding of their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. You may have concerns about events you've experienced, patterns you're engaging in or a general feeling of being stuck or dysregulated. In our sessions, we'll work collaboratively, exploring your inner world, the many “parts” of you from a place of compassion, curiosity, and presence. When you’re able to turn towards even the most challenging parts of you with this new lens, significant shifts begin to emerge. These shifts create space for healing, growth, and lasting change.
Psychotherapy offers a safe and supportive environment where individuals can explore and increase understanding of their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. You may have concerns about events you've experienced, patterns you're engaging in or a general feeling of being stuck or dysregulated. In our sessions, we'll work collaboratively, exploring your inner world, the many “parts” of you from a place of compassion, curiosity, and presence. When you’re able to turn towards even the most challenging parts of you with this new lens, significant shifts begin to emerge. These shifts create space for healing, growth, and lasting change.
I have been working in the NHS for more than 7 years and split my time between working in the NHS and Private Practice. I am experienced working with people with a wide range of mental health difficulties including those who have been admitted to hospital. I am experienced in the assessment and treatment planning with individuals to help guide interventions that are meaningful for the them. I also carry out Autism assessments virtually at the cost of £1600, please contact for further information
I have been working in the NHS for more than 7 years and split my time between working in the NHS and Private Practice. I am experienced working with people with a wide range of mental health difficulties including those who have been admitted to hospital. I am experienced in the assessment and treatment planning with individuals to help guide interventions that are meaningful for the them. I also carry out Autism assessments virtually at the cost of £1600, please contact for further information
![Photo of Michael Stephen Bennett, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/92e6b3d9-f330-4f5a-abfa-beee0b03f3e4/2/320x400.png)
Available weekday evening's between 6pm and 11pm. Each person's journey through life is a unique experience, and when times are difficult it can often feel overwhelming and lonely, like no one understands. Things before that were easy to do are now becoming increasingly tough, or at times even impossible. There are many reasons that lead people to seek out therapy, you have already overcome the first hurdle to recovery, and that is seeking some support.
Available weekday evening's between 6pm and 11pm. Each person's journey through life is a unique experience, and when times are difficult it can often feel overwhelming and lonely, like no one understands. Things before that were easy to do are now becoming increasingly tough, or at times even impossible. There are many reasons that lead people to seek out therapy, you have already overcome the first hurdle to recovery, and that is seeking some support.
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![Photo of Juliette Findlay, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/069e8768-2993-4a22-aaab-cc708899ae35/1/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome.. I provide a safe, confidential, professional, non-judgemental space for you to explore ways to self-support, bring awareness, compassion and understanding to the areas of life that have become challenging, overwhelming or traumatic. Counselling offers a container where movement and change can occur, where it's possible to find freedom and clarification around the things that weigh us down. I will work with you to identify the strategies and patterns that may restrict you living a fuller life, discover how they were formed, for what reasons and will support you to find ways to evolve and progress where change is possible.
Welcome.. I provide a safe, confidential, professional, non-judgemental space for you to explore ways to self-support, bring awareness, compassion and understanding to the areas of life that have become challenging, overwhelming or traumatic. Counselling offers a container where movement and change can occur, where it's possible to find freedom and clarification around the things that weigh us down. I will work with you to identify the strategies and patterns that may restrict you living a fuller life, discover how they were formed, for what reasons and will support you to find ways to evolve and progress where change is possible.
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Dr Kate Rhodes Online Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bristol BS1 (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Kate, I'm a Clinical Psychologist offering remote video therapy to adults & young people across the UK. I have over 15 years’ experience working in the NHS and am now pleased to be able to offer help to those who need it in private practise. I have a particular interest in trauma and difficult life events and enjoy working with clients using EMDR to make huge changes to their lives. If you have experienced a one off traumatic incident, or have complex childhood experiences and relationships please do reach out to talk: I have helped many people to overcome the impact that such distressing events have had on their lives.
Hello, I'm Kate, I'm a Clinical Psychologist offering remote video therapy to adults & young people across the UK. I have over 15 years’ experience working in the NHS and am now pleased to be able to offer help to those who need it in private practise. I have a particular interest in trauma and difficult life events and enjoy working with clients using EMDR to make huge changes to their lives. If you have experienced a one off traumatic incident, or have complex childhood experiences and relationships please do reach out to talk: I have helped many people to overcome the impact that such distressing events have had on their lives.
![Photo of Jacob M Arthur Ventour-Page - Jacob Page, BACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/54508a14-32c8-4640-a112-929bd5556ccc/1/320x400.jpeg)
Are struggling with anxiety, stress, or trauma? Maybe seeking relief from depression and desire personal growth. You want things to change, to feel better. Overwhelmed by work pressures, family dynamics, or unresolved past experiences, your goal is to find a safe, supportive space to explore these issues, develop coping strategies, and achieve a sense of balance and well-being. You may want more than just traditional talk therapy and are looking for a counsellor who brings all of themselves into the process, offering diverse and engaging methods.
Are struggling with anxiety, stress, or trauma? Maybe seeking relief from depression and desire personal growth. You want things to change, to feel better. Overwhelmed by work pressures, family dynamics, or unresolved past experiences, your goal is to find a safe, supportive space to explore these issues, develop coping strategies, and achieve a sense of balance and well-being. You may want more than just traditional talk therapy and are looking for a counsellor who brings all of themselves into the process, offering diverse and engaging methods.
![Photo of Jerome Dawes, MBACP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/66675bfe-0e11-49ce-ac79-ad382731d38f/4/320x400.jpeg)
Cognitive behavioural therapist and psychodynamic psychotherapist with over 7 years experience working in mental health services for the University of London - - I trained in two very different styles of therapy because people come to therapy for many reasons, and I wanted my work to embody the breadth of what therapy covers, from the evidence-based and goal-directed, to the creative and mysterious.
Cognitive behavioural therapist and psychodynamic psychotherapist with over 7 years experience working in mental health services for the University of London - - I trained in two very different styles of therapy because people come to therapy for many reasons, and I wanted my work to embody the breadth of what therapy covers, from the evidence-based and goal-directed, to the creative and mysterious.
![Photo of Paula Dishman, MSc, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/47b9c8e2-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am a very experienced psychotherapist, counsellor and supervisor based in both central Exeter and Broadclyst. With over 20 years experience, I provide a confidential, safe and impartial space where you can talk about difficult thoughts or emotional issues. I specialise in working with my clients to improve their quality of life and relationships. My role in offering both counselling and psychotherapy is to help you make sense of what you are experiencing, develop the skills to know and accept yourself and to make changes that are right for you.
I am a very experienced psychotherapist, counsellor and supervisor based in both central Exeter and Broadclyst. With over 20 years experience, I provide a confidential, safe and impartial space where you can talk about difficult thoughts or emotional issues. I specialise in working with my clients to improve their quality of life and relationships. My role in offering both counselling and psychotherapy is to help you make sense of what you are experiencing, develop the skills to know and accept yourself and to make changes that are right for you.
![Photo of Antonia Edie, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c15b2cbd-4c9b-4f9b-82a5-87cb5c125925/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hello. Are you feeling unsettled, unhappy, not as bubbly as you once were? Do you need help working through relationship difficulties? Have you experienced trauma that you want to move past? Do you struggle to make your own decisions or assert yourself with the people around you? Is life feeling generally overwhelming and you can't see the woods for the trees? You might be feeling anxious or stressed with what life is throwing at you at the moment. These are all issues that I am working through with current clients, as well as many other things.
Hello. Are you feeling unsettled, unhappy, not as bubbly as you once were? Do you need help working through relationship difficulties? Have you experienced trauma that you want to move past? Do you struggle to make your own decisions or assert yourself with the people around you? Is life feeling generally overwhelming and you can't see the woods for the trees? You might be feeling anxious or stressed with what life is throwing at you at the moment. These are all issues that I am working through with current clients, as well as many other things.
![Photo of Natasha Martin Intuitive Counsellor, MA, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8144da0d-e9a6-42e1-af8f-e9a6795bf682/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hi, my name is Natasha I am an Intuitive Counsellor. I work in guiding and helping you understand your own intuition. When we become aware of our thoughts and behaviors, we start to understand how the mind works. Breathing and grounding into the present moment helps us to connect within, to understand the difference between the voice in our mind and our heart. This allows us to let go of the conditioned mind and find our true authentic self.
Hi, my name is Natasha I am an Intuitive Counsellor. I work in guiding and helping you understand your own intuition. When we become aware of our thoughts and behaviors, we start to understand how the mind works. Breathing and grounding into the present moment helps us to connect within, to understand the difference between the voice in our mind and our heart. This allows us to let go of the conditioned mind and find our true authentic self.
![Photo of James Lilly - James Lilly Counselling, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e976c327-3aa2-4e64-bd3c-6af7ae8214e1/1/320x400.jpeg)
As a Certified Counsellor and registered member of the BACP, I'm passionate about promoting positive mental health and happiness. Whether working online or face to face, I aim to provide you with a warm, safe, confidential space where I will walk alongside you to understand what you're going through, what you need and how we can best work together to achieve your goals. Counselling requires a degree of vulnerability so I promise to bring my authentic, non judgmental self to our sessions as I honor the innately human aspect of the relationship and your own unique, individual characteristics, helping you do the same.
As a Certified Counsellor and registered member of the BACP, I'm passionate about promoting positive mental health and happiness. Whether working online or face to face, I aim to provide you with a warm, safe, confidential space where I will walk alongside you to understand what you're going through, what you need and how we can best work together to achieve your goals. Counselling requires a degree of vulnerability so I promise to bring my authentic, non judgmental self to our sessions as I honor the innately human aspect of the relationship and your own unique, individual characteristics, helping you do the same.
![Photo of Elif Öykü Tolun, MSc, GMBPsS, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c4162fc6-5c8b-47aa-a705-bbbee0037264/3/320x400.jpeg)
I've been conducting therapies with adults and adolescents both Turkish and English. I mostly use CBT and Mindfulness to help my clients. I work on anxiety, depression, anger management, social anxiety, health anxiety, relationship problems as well as other mental health problems. When necessary, I use Solution Focused Therapy techniques which help patients to see their strong sides to achieve the desired goals and some Art Therapy techniques so that my clients can open up easier and see the things they are not aware of.
I've been conducting therapies with adults and adolescents both Turkish and English. I mostly use CBT and Mindfulness to help my clients. I work on anxiety, depression, anger management, social anxiety, health anxiety, relationship problems as well as other mental health problems. When necessary, I use Solution Focused Therapy techniques which help patients to see their strong sides to achieve the desired goals and some Art Therapy techniques so that my clients can open up easier and see the things they are not aware of.
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