LGBTQ+ Affirming Counsellors in Gosport, ENG
HY Counselling, Autism, ADHD and Neurodiversity
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Gosport PO12
I provide a friendly and professional counselling service where I help you to normalise, understand and manage your experiences. I am experienced in working with a range of presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma and relationship difficulties. One area that I specialise in is autism and other neurodivergent profiles. My sessions are neuro-affirmative and LGBTQ+ friendly. Being autistic and neurodivergent myself means that I can relate to, and have experienced first-hand, some of the opportunities and challenges resulting from being autistic and neurodivergent.
I provide a friendly and professional counselling service where I help you to normalise, understand and manage your experiences. I am experienced in working with a range of presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma and relationship difficulties. One area that I specialise in is autism and other neurodivergent profiles. My sessions are neuro-affirmative and LGBTQ+ friendly. Being autistic and neurodivergent myself means that I can relate to, and have experienced first-hand, some of the opportunities and challenges resulting from being autistic and neurodivergent.
I attend continuous training in LGBTQ+ Awareness & Trauma Informed Practice.
Hello, I’m Charlotte. Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. I am a Person-Centred Therapist offering face-to-face, online and telephone counselling for Adults and Children & Young People from my private practice in Whiteley. Alongside my private practice, I am also a counsellor at a charity, supporting adults, children and young people who have experienced sexual abuse and trauma.
I attend continuous training in LGBTQ+ Awareness & Trauma Informed Practice.
Hello, I’m Charlotte. Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. I am a Person-Centred Therapist offering face-to-face, online and telephone counselling for Adults and Children & Young People from my private practice in Whiteley. Alongside my private practice, I am also a counsellor at a charity, supporting adults, children and young people who have experienced sexual abuse and trauma.
Sometimes relationships can seem such a struggle. Difficulties with trust and commitment, the arrival of children, redundancy, ill-health, infidelity, 'empty nest' syndrome, retirement, bereavement - these can all pose significant challenges to our ability to form and maintain a loving, emotionally fulfilling connection. Maybe you are at a crisis point, feel stuck, or are trying to work out whether or not to separate? You might be unhappy with your sexual relationship. If you feel like you need some help, I will listen and support without judgement, and can offer you counselling that is professional, sensitive and confidential.
Sometimes relationships can seem such a struggle. Difficulties with trust and commitment, the arrival of children, redundancy, ill-health, infidelity, 'empty nest' syndrome, retirement, bereavement - these can all pose significant challenges to our ability to form and maintain a loving, emotionally fulfilling connection. Maybe you are at a crisis point, feel stuck, or are trying to work out whether or not to separate? You might be unhappy with your sexual relationship. If you feel like you need some help, I will listen and support without judgement, and can offer you counselling that is professional, sensitive and confidential.
I have experience working with clients with a wide variety of issues, such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, bereavement, self-harm, relationship issues, domestic abuse, weight loss, chronic pain, and PTSD. Some clients have a good understanding of their issues and what they want to achieve, whereas others are not so sure and want help to find these things out. Whilst some issues are fairly clear cut, others can be more complex and have been present for a long time. Regardless of this, all of my clients have wanted to make changes that will improve their situation and help them to enjoy life.
I have experience working with clients with a wide variety of issues, such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, bereavement, self-harm, relationship issues, domestic abuse, weight loss, chronic pain, and PTSD. Some clients have a good understanding of their issues and what they want to achieve, whereas others are not so sure and want help to find these things out. Whilst some issues are fairly clear cut, others can be more complex and have been present for a long time. Regardless of this, all of my clients have wanted to make changes that will improve their situation and help them to enjoy life.
I am a registered Counsellor and EMDR therapist. I hold registration with The National Counselling Society (NCS) and with the British Psychological Society (BPS), I am an accredited DBT therapist. My clinical experience consists of working with both adolescents and adults in both the prison service and voluntary sector. I have experience of offering both brief and longer term therapy, depending on clients needs.
I am a registered Counsellor and EMDR therapist. I hold registration with The National Counselling Society (NCS) and with the British Psychological Society (BPS), I am an accredited DBT therapist. My clinical experience consists of working with both adolescents and adults in both the prison service and voluntary sector. I have experience of offering both brief and longer term therapy, depending on clients needs.
WholeSum Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Gosport PO12 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, thank you for looking at my profile. My name is Nichola, and I am a qualified Gestalt Counsellor; I also have training to utilise the CBT and Humanistic approaches alongside my main modality. Currently, I am offering telephone and online sessions. This will be reviewed regularly. I have familiarity in working with a wide variety of people from different backgrounds, from the ages of 12+. I place individuality at the forefront of my sessions and value autonomy. With this, I also provide a safe, confidential environment that encompasses exploration.
Hello, thank you for looking at my profile. My name is Nichola, and I am a qualified Gestalt Counsellor; I also have training to utilise the CBT and Humanistic approaches alongside my main modality. Currently, I am offering telephone and online sessions. This will be reviewed regularly. I have familiarity in working with a wide variety of people from different backgrounds, from the ages of 12+. I place individuality at the forefront of my sessions and value autonomy. With this, I also provide a safe, confidential environment that encompasses exploration.
Are you feeling sad, anxious or stressed? Is life feeling overwhelming or too challenging? Perhaps you are needing help to overcome anxiety, panic attacks, depression, are suffering low self-confidence or are experiencing relationship or family difficulties? Whatever your reason for counselling, whether it's big or small... get in touch to see how I can help. I am a fully qualified BACP Counsellor and Psychotherapist offering a professional, confidential Counselling Service.
Are you feeling sad, anxious or stressed? Is life feeling overwhelming or too challenging? Perhaps you are needing help to overcome anxiety, panic attacks, depression, are suffering low self-confidence or are experiencing relationship or family difficulties? Whatever your reason for counselling, whether it's big or small... get in touch to see how I can help. I am a fully qualified BACP Counsellor and Psychotherapist offering a professional, confidential Counselling Service.
Working together using an integrative approach my focus will be to assist you in a flexible approach to counselling using many approaches to develop a rapport and good working relationship beneficial to your needs Taking the first step to achieve your goals is a difficult one and I look forward to meeting you and together making those changes that you desire. As an integrative counsellor my aim is to build a trusting and non-judgmental relationship that helps you develop self-awareness. When you understand the causes of your concerns or triggers for your behaviour, you can confidently set goals and develop new behaviours.
Working together using an integrative approach my focus will be to assist you in a flexible approach to counselling using many approaches to develop a rapport and good working relationship beneficial to your needs Taking the first step to achieve your goals is a difficult one and I look forward to meeting you and together making those changes that you desire. As an integrative counsellor my aim is to build a trusting and non-judgmental relationship that helps you develop self-awareness. When you understand the causes of your concerns or triggers for your behaviour, you can confidently set goals and develop new behaviours.
Hello, I am Jamie, and I run Calmer Counselling. I am a counsellor with over 25 years of experience in counselling, coaching, mentoring, and supporting emotional well-being in a diverse number of environments and organisations. I am passionate about helping people find peace and clarity in their lives. If you are facing challenges, feeling stuck, or simply want to understand yourself better, I am here to listen and support you. At Calmer Counselling, I offer a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings.
Hello, I am Jamie, and I run Calmer Counselling. I am a counsellor with over 25 years of experience in counselling, coaching, mentoring, and supporting emotional well-being in a diverse number of environments and organisations. I am passionate about helping people find peace and clarity in their lives. If you are facing challenges, feeling stuck, or simply want to understand yourself better, I am here to listen and support you. At Calmer Counselling, I offer a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings.
Based in Hilsea Portsmouth Work face to face, online & phone BA(Hons)Humanistic Counsellor BACP Accredited 17 years I work in a building at the end of my garden which is very quiet & peaceful. .....Sessions are an hour, I work short & long term. I'm a Humanistic counsellor who works eclectically, also with CBT, dreams and creatively. .......I work with addictions, drug, alcohol, gambling etc. I also work with other addictions & phobias. I may offer concessions to young adults.
Based in Hilsea Portsmouth Work face to face, online & phone BA(Hons)Humanistic Counsellor BACP Accredited 17 years I work in a building at the end of my garden which is very quiet & peaceful. .....Sessions are an hour, I work short & long term. I'm a Humanistic counsellor who works eclectically, also with CBT, dreams and creatively. .......I work with addictions, drug, alcohol, gambling etc. I also work with other addictions & phobias. I may offer concessions to young adults.
Do you ever feel like you're not good enough? Are you struggling with low moods, anxiety or depression, or facing changes in your life that are causing unease? Are memories haunting you or do you feel unconfident and have low self-worth? Perhaps you just need a space where you can let out pent-up emotions without worrying about upsetting or offending others. Based in Fareham for face-to-face, or online & telephone nationwide, I work with teens & adults of all genders, sexualities, races, religions, and disabilities who need someone to talk to about whatever is troubling them and want to be received with understanding and acceptance.
Do you ever feel like you're not good enough? Are you struggling with low moods, anxiety or depression, or facing changes in your life that are causing unease? Are memories haunting you or do you feel unconfident and have low self-worth? Perhaps you just need a space where you can let out pent-up emotions without worrying about upsetting or offending others. Based in Fareham for face-to-face, or online & telephone nationwide, I work with teens & adults of all genders, sexualities, races, religions, and disabilities who need someone to talk to about whatever is troubling them and want to be received with understanding and acceptance.
With previous extensive NHS experience as a therapist, supervisor, and manager, I am a very passionate, compassionate, authentic, and experienced childhood trauma specialist. I specialize in early life trauma and any other forms of PSTD/trauma. I work with both adults & children (from 13 years old), struggling with all forms of anxiety and depression. Therapy can really help alleviate distressing symptoms and find a better way of managing difficult situations. It may be that anxiety has triggered difficult memories and caused depression symptoms. I use an individualized approach delivered with compassion and understanding
With previous extensive NHS experience as a therapist, supervisor, and manager, I am a very passionate, compassionate, authentic, and experienced childhood trauma specialist. I specialize in early life trauma and any other forms of PSTD/trauma. I work with both adults & children (from 13 years old), struggling with all forms of anxiety and depression. Therapy can really help alleviate distressing symptoms and find a better way of managing difficult situations. It may be that anxiety has triggered difficult memories and caused depression symptoms. I use an individualized approach delivered with compassion and understanding
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Communities: Body positivity, Open-Relationships Non-Monogamy, Queer Allied, Sex Positive.
Are you looking to explore your motivations, anxiety, relationships? Are you experiencing depression, or feeling overwhelmed by the challenges life presents? I believe that through openness and talking therapy, we can search for meaning, leading to greater self-awareness, growth, and change. I offer a non-judgmental and supportive therapeutic space where we can explore together. As a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor my approach focuses on exploring the roots of your emotions, thoughts and behaviours. By bringing unconscious dynamics to the surface, we can understand how past experiences shape your life.
Communities: Body positivity, Open-Relationships Non-Monogamy, Queer Allied, Sex Positive.
Are you looking to explore your motivations, anxiety, relationships? Are you experiencing depression, or feeling overwhelmed by the challenges life presents? I believe that through openness and talking therapy, we can search for meaning, leading to greater self-awareness, growth, and change. I offer a non-judgmental and supportive therapeutic space where we can explore together. As a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor my approach focuses on exploring the roots of your emotions, thoughts and behaviours. By bringing unconscious dynamics to the surface, we can understand how past experiences shape your life.
Maximillian Mustafa-Holzapfel
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth PO1 (Online Only)
I focus mostly on identity and intersectional experiences. My main areas of interest and knowledge are queer identities, gender identity (including cis, trans+, enby, and intersex), poly relationships, families with mixed ethnic and/or religious backgrounds, disability/illness (including hidden) and difficult parenting/parented relationships (including single parenting, and queer parenting). I am open to working with any kind of client, regardless of lifestyle, history, and past mistakes. Please see my website for more information and my inclusion statement. I work online only and my session fees range from £30 to £60 per session.
I focus mostly on identity and intersectional experiences. My main areas of interest and knowledge are queer identities, gender identity (including cis, trans+, enby, and intersex), poly relationships, families with mixed ethnic and/or religious backgrounds, disability/illness (including hidden) and difficult parenting/parented relationships (including single parenting, and queer parenting). I am open to working with any kind of client, regardless of lifestyle, history, and past mistakes. Please see my website for more information and my inclusion statement. I work online only and my session fees range from £30 to £60 per session.
I've trained with Queer Birth Club/AJ Silver about LGBT+ issues.
I’m Sinead Mitchell and I’ve been working as a counsellor for the past two decades. Counselling young people, couples and individuals, I work with a wide range of people through the community. Issues such as anxiety, depression, relationships, sexuality, gender issues and menopause are common areas that I support clients through. Working with various therapy styles, including EMDR, Gestalt, Humanistic and Holistic, I aim to match the counselling needs to each individual or couple that I see. My specialism is the field of infertility, pregnancy, birth, early parenting through to perimenopause and menopause.
I've trained with Queer Birth Club/AJ Silver about LGBT+ issues.
I’m Sinead Mitchell and I’ve been working as a counsellor for the past two decades. Counselling young people, couples and individuals, I work with a wide range of people through the community. Issues such as anxiety, depression, relationships, sexuality, gender issues and menopause are common areas that I support clients through. Working with various therapy styles, including EMDR, Gestalt, Humanistic and Holistic, I aim to match the counselling needs to each individual or couple that I see. My specialism is the field of infertility, pregnancy, birth, early parenting through to perimenopause and menopause.
I enjoy working with both men and women , and have also worked with people who identify as LGBTQ+ .
The approach I first trained in and like to use the most is an integrative model called the Relational approach. This approach incorporates both humanistic and psychodynamic elememts which means it retains the warmth of the humanistic models which focus on empathy and building trust, and the Freudian concepts of the unconcious mind and transference. I work best with clients who are willing to explore how they relate to people, by examining what is going on in our relationship during therapy. I really enjoy working with clients who have issues around relationships and attachment, and find this work both interesting and rewarding.
I enjoy working with both men and women , and have also worked with people who identify as LGBTQ+ .
The approach I first trained in and like to use the most is an integrative model called the Relational approach. This approach incorporates both humanistic and psychodynamic elememts which means it retains the warmth of the humanistic models which focus on empathy and building trust, and the Freudian concepts of the unconcious mind and transference. I work best with clients who are willing to explore how they relate to people, by examining what is going on in our relationship during therapy. I really enjoy working with clients who have issues around relationships and attachment, and find this work both interesting and rewarding.
I am an LGBTQ+ counsellor working online with individuals and couples who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans and queer. Beginning with a free 'getting to know you' session lasting 50 minutes for individuals, I offer a warm humanistic approach. I have 8 years experience working with a wide range of issues including depression, disassociation and complicated grief disorder. As a member of the LGBT+ community I understand issues around minority stress, cumulative childhood trauma, coming out, isolation and belonging.
I am an LGBTQ+ counsellor working online with individuals and couples who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans and queer. Beginning with a free 'getting to know you' session lasting 50 minutes for individuals, I offer a warm humanistic approach. I have 8 years experience working with a wide range of issues including depression, disassociation and complicated grief disorder. As a member of the LGBT+ community I understand issues around minority stress, cumulative childhood trauma, coming out, isolation and belonging.
Hi, I'm Madeleine. I specialise in working with eczema and late-diagnosed/self-identifying neurodivergent clients, particularly autism, ADHD and AuDHD. I work online, by email and on the phone with adults aged 18+ across the UK. I help people find confidence and self-acceptance, improve self-esteem and self-compassion, and build a calm and fulfilling life. I’m LGBTQ+ and non-monogamy affirming, sex-positive, kink-aware, body and fat positive.
Hi, I'm Madeleine. I specialise in working with eczema and late-diagnosed/self-identifying neurodivergent clients, particularly autism, ADHD and AuDHD. I work online, by email and on the phone with adults aged 18+ across the UK. I help people find confidence and self-acceptance, improve self-esteem and self-compassion, and build a calm and fulfilling life. I’m LGBTQ+ and non-monogamy affirming, sex-positive, kink-aware, body and fat positive.
I am currently working with adult clients who are struggling with their historic childhood sexual trauma and domestic abuse. Over the past two decades, I have supported people in various roles with acceptance, addiction, alcoholism, LGBTQ, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, self-worth and cultural identity issues. Maybe you are finding you can't trust anyone or you are feeling defeated or deeply ashamed and this is impacting on your enjoyment of life and relationships.
I am currently working with adult clients who are struggling with their historic childhood sexual trauma and domestic abuse. Over the past two decades, I have supported people in various roles with acceptance, addiction, alcoholism, LGBTQ, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, self-worth and cultural identity issues. Maybe you are finding you can't trust anyone or you are feeling defeated or deeply ashamed and this is impacting on your enjoyment of life and relationships.
I am an Accredited Psychotherapeutic counsellor, supporting individual and couple clients to explore a wide range of personal and sex and relationship issues. I am a registered sex addiction therapist, supporting sex and pornography addiction issues and a registered StopSo therapist, working with contact and online sex offending issues. Currently in-training as a Psychosexual Therapist, I can offer you support with sexual function problems such as premature/delayed ejaculation, unreliable erections, painful sex and penetration problems, low libido and orgasm difficulties. I am an LGBTQ+ positive and kink aware therapist.
I am an Accredited Psychotherapeutic counsellor, supporting individual and couple clients to explore a wide range of personal and sex and relationship issues. I am a registered sex addiction therapist, supporting sex and pornography addiction issues and a registered StopSo therapist, working with contact and online sex offending issues. Currently in-training as a Psychosexual Therapist, I can offer you support with sexual function problems such as premature/delayed ejaculation, unreliable erections, painful sex and penetration problems, low libido and orgasm difficulties. I am an LGBTQ+ positive and kink aware therapist.
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LGBTQ+ Counsellors
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalisation in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.