Female Counselling in Gloucestershire, ENG
Are you struggling with your mental health? Are you looking for help to improve your wellbeing? Then you’ve come to the right place … This is what I do. I understand that making change can feel overwhelming. I help people make sense of their difficulties, develop a clear plan to overcome them, and work with them to achieve their goals. I am a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT for short) and in a nutshell, CBT aims to help people recognise unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours, and make positive changes to help them feel better and lead a more fulfilling life.
Are you struggling with your mental health? Are you looking for help to improve your wellbeing? Then you’ve come to the right place … This is what I do. I understand that making change can feel overwhelming. I help people make sense of their difficulties, develop a clear plan to overcome them, and work with them to achieve their goals. I am a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT for short) and in a nutshell, CBT aims to help people recognise unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours, and make positive changes to help them feel better and lead a more fulfilling life.
If you have decided now is the time to make some changes in your life I would be very happy to hear from you. I have over 20 years experience as a counsellor with individuals, couples and as a supervisor. I am passionate about the counselling process. Contact me to find out how I can help.
If you have decided now is the time to make some changes in your life I would be very happy to hear from you. I have over 20 years experience as a counsellor with individuals, couples and as a supervisor. I am passionate about the counselling process. Contact me to find out how I can help.
Hayley Carmichael
Psychotherapist, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stroud GL6 (Online Only)
You may need a space that feels neutral and safe to talk about things that you have never talked about before; to talk to someone who is there to fully listen to you with no distractions or agenda. Many clients say they just want to be able to find their joy again and know themselves better. Sometimes life can feel a bit in limbo and a change of direction feels hard to navigate, talking about this can help break that limbo and bring about the changes you want to see for yourself. Or perhaps circumstances feel overwhelming and you need some room to consider what's going on and where you go next. No reason is too small for therapy.
You may need a space that feels neutral and safe to talk about things that you have never talked about before; to talk to someone who is there to fully listen to you with no distractions or agenda. Many clients say they just want to be able to find their joy again and know themselves better. Sometimes life can feel a bit in limbo and a change of direction feels hard to navigate, talking about this can help break that limbo and bring about the changes you want to see for yourself. Or perhaps circumstances feel overwhelming and you need some room to consider what's going on and where you go next. No reason is too small for therapy.
Helen Fenton: Face-to-Face & Online Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stroud GL5
You may be finding it difficult to cope, and feel alone? You may be struggling after a trauma or bereavement, separation, or with ill-health? Or maybe feel that your life is stuck, or lacking purpose? At times like these, counselling offers a space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, with someone who will strive to understand without judgement, & help you make sense of your feelings, find clarity, or make decisions. I offer all my clients Empathy, Congruence, and Unconditional Positive Regard. I also offer play, sand-tray, art and creative therapies to my younger clients. Home visits are available.
You may be finding it difficult to cope, and feel alone? You may be struggling after a trauma or bereavement, separation, or with ill-health? Or maybe feel that your life is stuck, or lacking purpose? At times like these, counselling offers a space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, with someone who will strive to understand without judgement, & help you make sense of your feelings, find clarity, or make decisions. I offer all my clients Empathy, Congruence, and Unconditional Positive Regard. I also offer play, sand-tray, art and creative therapies to my younger clients. Home visits are available.
I am a UKCP accredited and BACP registered psychotherapist with ten years’ experience working in private practice. I originally trained as a psychosynthesis psychotherapist, but now primarily use an approach called ISTDP (Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy) which has been shown in studies to be highly effective with a wide range of psychological problems. I work in a highly active, focused and dynamic way in order to help you get to the bottom of your difficulties as quickly as possible so you can have the life you want.
I am a UKCP accredited and BACP registered psychotherapist with ten years’ experience working in private practice. I originally trained as a psychosynthesis psychotherapist, but now primarily use an approach called ISTDP (Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy) which has been shown in studies to be highly effective with a wide range of psychological problems. I work in a highly active, focused and dynamic way in order to help you get to the bottom of your difficulties as quickly as possible so you can have the life you want.
Hello and welcome. I have particular experience in helping clients who are struggling with a sense of what I call ‘stuckness’, in their life. Are you feeling trapped in a job that doesn’t inspire you to get up every morning? Are you feeling imprisoned in life’s routine and experiencing a sense of emptiness, but are unsure of how to fill that void? Are you quietly asking yourself ‘Who am I?’ You are not alone. I have worked with many individuals with troubles such as these. In a world that seems to be telling us how to look, how to act and even how to feel, it’s no wonder we can find ourselves feeling lost and confused. I can help.
Hello and welcome. I have particular experience in helping clients who are struggling with a sense of what I call ‘stuckness’, in their life. Are you feeling trapped in a job that doesn’t inspire you to get up every morning? Are you feeling imprisoned in life’s routine and experiencing a sense of emptiness, but are unsure of how to fill that void? Are you quietly asking yourself ‘Who am I?’ You are not alone. I have worked with many individuals with troubles such as these. In a world that seems to be telling us how to look, how to act and even how to feel, it’s no wonder we can find ourselves feeling lost and confused. I can help.
I am a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, Counsellor, EMDR Therapist and an Equine Facilitated Psychotherapist. I work with both Young People and Adults. I have over 20 years experience and have worked in the voluntary and private sectors and in the NHS.
I am a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, Counsellor, EMDR Therapist and an Equine Facilitated Psychotherapist. I work with both Young People and Adults. I have over 20 years experience and have worked in the voluntary and private sectors and in the NHS.
Hello, I'm Gemma. I run a Private Practice in central Cheltenham, offering counselling to individuals. I support people with a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, relationship issues, and emotional issues. I work from an Intergrative perspective, which encompasses Psychodynamic theory, Person Centred Theory, Gestalt Theory and Transactional Analysis.
Hello, I'm Gemma. I run a Private Practice in central Cheltenham, offering counselling to individuals. I support people with a wide range of issues, including anxiety and depression, relationship issues, and emotional issues. I work from an Intergrative perspective, which encompasses Psychodynamic theory, Person Centred Theory, Gestalt Theory and Transactional Analysis.
My name is Lianne Gilmour and I have been practising as a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor since 2016. My working style is Integrative and Relational, whereby I draw on many theories and techniques, whilst holding our working relationship at the fore. Our work will be a collaboration and I will check in with you to make sure the therapy and I, am meeting your therapeutic needs. I am down to earth, practically minded and passionate about doing the work.
My name is Lianne Gilmour and I have been practising as a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor since 2016. My working style is Integrative and Relational, whereby I draw on many theories and techniques, whilst holding our working relationship at the fore. Our work will be a collaboration and I will check in with you to make sure the therapy and I, am meeting your therapeutic needs. I am down to earth, practically minded and passionate about doing the work.
I'm an integrative counsellor providing face-to-face and online therapy. I'm currently working a lot with issues around self-esteem, anxiety, relationship struggles and depression. I do a lot of work with students and young adults, as well as with clients who are struggling with burnout, work stress and family dynamics. I will offer a non-judgemental space and walk alongside you as you process emotions and build awareness at your own pace. You may want to talk through something significant that has happened in your life, or you may be feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed in your life now.
I'm an integrative counsellor providing face-to-face and online therapy. I'm currently working a lot with issues around self-esteem, anxiety, relationship struggles and depression. I do a lot of work with students and young adults, as well as with clients who are struggling with burnout, work stress and family dynamics. I will offer a non-judgemental space and walk alongside you as you process emotions and build awareness at your own pace. You may want to talk through something significant that has happened in your life, or you may be feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed in your life now.
If you are struggling with depression, difficulties in relationships, grief, anxiety or trauma, then the process of counselling can be deeply transformative. I offer a human-to-human therapeutic relationship. I'm non-judgmental, deeply empathic and compassionate; with years of experience as a humanistic therapist. I walk alongside my clients accompanying them on their journey of healing, awareness and change. I do this by deep active listening and bring anything on the edge of awareness into the light, through a client-led approach.
If you are struggling with depression, difficulties in relationships, grief, anxiety or trauma, then the process of counselling can be deeply transformative. I offer a human-to-human therapeutic relationship. I'm non-judgmental, deeply empathic and compassionate; with years of experience as a humanistic therapist. I walk alongside my clients accompanying them on their journey of healing, awareness and change. I do this by deep active listening and bring anything on the edge of awareness into the light, through a client-led approach.
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I enjoy working with the sort of clients who didn't think they would ever find themselves in a therapy room. The ones who are aware of a sense of unease or malcontentment in their otherwise successful lives.
I enjoy working with the sort of clients who didn't think they would ever find themselves in a therapy room. The ones who are aware of a sense of unease or malcontentment in their otherwise successful lives.
Hello, my name is Steph, I am a qualified and registered counsellor working with 2 different talking therapies to tailor an approach specifically for you. Those modalities are Person-Centred and Psychodynamic. I can also offer couples counselling. I have a passion for working with couples and can help you both open up, manage conflict, identify strengths and support change and growth in your relationship. Perhaps your feeling stuck or finding it hard to communicate amicably? Together we can explore your difficulties, unhelpful dynamics & behaviours to improve your relationship.
Hello, my name is Steph, I am a qualified and registered counsellor working with 2 different talking therapies to tailor an approach specifically for you. Those modalities are Person-Centred and Psychodynamic. I can also offer couples counselling. I have a passion for working with couples and can help you both open up, manage conflict, identify strengths and support change and growth in your relationship. Perhaps your feeling stuck or finding it hard to communicate amicably? Together we can explore your difficulties, unhelpful dynamics & behaviours to improve your relationship.
Trying to make sense of feelings and emotions in times of stress and change can be challenging. I use both or either SandStory Therapy(c) and Emotional Logic, bespoke to your individual needs to help you gain better awareness of underlying difficulties. SandStory is a non-talking therapy, using chosen symbols within a sand tray, drawing on Jungian theory to enable deep exploration and understanding of what is being expressed from your unconscious. Emotional Logic coaching is a self-development method providing you with lifelong tools to help you when engaging with new and unpredictable situations.
Trying to make sense of feelings and emotions in times of stress and change can be challenging. I use both or either SandStory Therapy(c) and Emotional Logic, bespoke to your individual needs to help you gain better awareness of underlying difficulties. SandStory is a non-talking therapy, using chosen symbols within a sand tray, drawing on Jungian theory to enable deep exploration and understanding of what is being expressed from your unconscious. Emotional Logic coaching is a self-development method providing you with lifelong tools to help you when engaging with new and unpredictable situations.
I offer short and long term counselling to adults - providing a non-judgemental and empathetic space to be truly heard. My specialisms are times of life transitions, particularly bereavement and new parenthood. I trained integratively but primarily work from a person-centred space. This means that I believe you are the expert in knowing what you need. However, I understand from personal experience that this internal voice can sometimes feel lost or silenced and having another person there to validate, listen and support your process can make a real difference.
I offer short and long term counselling to adults - providing a non-judgemental and empathetic space to be truly heard. My specialisms are times of life transitions, particularly bereavement and new parenthood. I trained integratively but primarily work from a person-centred space. This means that I believe you are the expert in knowing what you need. However, I understand from personal experience that this internal voice can sometimes feel lost or silenced and having another person there to validate, listen and support your process can make a real difference.
I appreciate how difficult it can be to choose a counsellor and I know how confusing it can be with all the different terminology used within this profession. However, please be assured that whatever thoughts or feelings you are having right now, we all need help sometimes. For many of us, speaking about our difficulties can seem daunting. If you are feeling anxious or unhappy about your daily life for whatever reason, I might be able to help you. I am a fully qualified, insured and DBS checked Psychotherapist, EMDR Practitioner and Clinical Supervisor.
I appreciate how difficult it can be to choose a counsellor and I know how confusing it can be with all the different terminology used within this profession. However, please be assured that whatever thoughts or feelings you are having right now, we all need help sometimes. For many of us, speaking about our difficulties can seem daunting. If you are feeling anxious or unhappy about your daily life for whatever reason, I might be able to help you. I am a fully qualified, insured and DBS checked Psychotherapist, EMDR Practitioner and Clinical Supervisor.
Hello and Welcome! If you, or a loved one, are looking for help with difficult life experiences or mental health struggles, then I am here to help. I understand the need for you to feel able to connect to a counsellor who can listen with real understanding and empathy. A person who will listen without judgement and help support you to reach your goals, and ultimately heal. I offer free 30 minute initial consultations, to see if I could be the counsellor you are looking for. I also offer specialist counselling for people with ADHD and Autism.
Hello and Welcome! If you, or a loved one, are looking for help with difficult life experiences or mental health struggles, then I am here to help. I understand the need for you to feel able to connect to a counsellor who can listen with real understanding and empathy. A person who will listen without judgement and help support you to reach your goals, and ultimately heal. I offer free 30 minute initial consultations, to see if I could be the counsellor you are looking for. I also offer specialist counselling for people with ADHD and Autism.
Life is not always easy. The fact that you are looking at my page suggests that something feels stuck, painful, maybe hopeless or unreachable and that you want something different for yourself – that you want things to change. Perhaps you want to free yourself from repetitive patterns of behaviour, depression, anxiety and self-limiting beliefs or the impact of trauma. Maybe you want to deepen your connection to yourself so that life feels richer and more rewarding and you can find a more authentic sense of yourself. Whatever your reason, I offer you a safe, empathetic and thoughtful space to explore whatever you want to bring.
Life is not always easy. The fact that you are looking at my page suggests that something feels stuck, painful, maybe hopeless or unreachable and that you want something different for yourself – that you want things to change. Perhaps you want to free yourself from repetitive patterns of behaviour, depression, anxiety and self-limiting beliefs or the impact of trauma. Maybe you want to deepen your connection to yourself so that life feels richer and more rewarding and you can find a more authentic sense of yourself. Whatever your reason, I offer you a safe, empathetic and thoughtful space to explore whatever you want to bring.
I recognise that life is a journey that can sometimes be a struggle. Life in this modern world is often chaotic, stressful and moves at such a fast pace, yet our reptilian brains are still designed to deal with cave man threats. This can lead to our bodies being flooded with fight, flight or freeze responses. In time these can build and lead to conditions such as anxiety, depression and low level trauma if not dealt with correctly. Having the support to help you through is not always easy to find.
I recognise that life is a journey that can sometimes be a struggle. Life in this modern world is often chaotic, stressful and moves at such a fast pace, yet our reptilian brains are still designed to deal with cave man threats. This can lead to our bodies being flooded with fight, flight or freeze responses. In time these can build and lead to conditions such as anxiety, depression and low level trauma if not dealt with correctly. Having the support to help you through is not always easy to find.
Hi there, I am Emma, a qualified therapeutic counsellor passionate about helping individuals and couples, welcome to my page. Have you been experiencing anxiety or overwhelm, and are hoping to regain control of your life but need some help along the way? Perhaps you and your partner need some help with communicating in a way that builds connection and gives you space to reflect on your relationship constructively. I can offer you a non-judgmental, safe and compassionate space where you can experience being heard and understood.
Hi there, I am Emma, a qualified therapeutic counsellor passionate about helping individuals and couples, welcome to my page. Have you been experiencing anxiety or overwhelm, and are hoping to regain control of your life but need some help along the way? Perhaps you and your partner need some help with communicating in a way that builds connection and gives you space to reflect on your relationship constructively. I can offer you a non-judgmental, safe and compassionate space where you can experience being heard and understood.
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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.