Counselling in Guildford
![Photo of Imogen Mayhew, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a955250b-7297-4a52-b558-b6c25f0e8530/1/320x400.jpeg)
If you seeking to feel safe with a therapist, my goal is to provide you with a feeling of trust and security. You may feel this sense of safety in our first session, or it may take many sessions to build. I believe that when you are relaxed, open and comfortable, that is when the most fruitful work can take place. You may be struggling with complex trauma, anxiety, depression, childhood issues, self-harm or suicidal thoughts; or perhaps you aren't sure how to put into words what you're going through, you just know that you need to speak to someone.
If you seeking to feel safe with a therapist, my goal is to provide you with a feeling of trust and security. You may feel this sense of safety in our first session, or it may take many sessions to build. I believe that when you are relaxed, open and comfortable, that is when the most fruitful work can take place. You may be struggling with complex trauma, anxiety, depression, childhood issues, self-harm or suicidal thoughts; or perhaps you aren't sure how to put into words what you're going through, you just know that you need to speak to someone.
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I provide a safe space for Talking Therapy and EMDR Therapy sessions. EMDR Therapy can be helpful for PTSD and Trauma, whether a one off incident or chronic trauma such as childhood abuse or neglect and many other mental health presentations, such as body dysmorphia, grief, self-esteem, chronic pain, anxiety, sexual assault, childhood neglect, domestic abuse and more. Many of these presentations can leave you feeling isolated, frustrated and helpless, by processing these via bilateral stimulation to a resolution, life can become more manageable and less triggering, allowing you to achieve your goals.
I provide a safe space for Talking Therapy and EMDR Therapy sessions. EMDR Therapy can be helpful for PTSD and Trauma, whether a one off incident or chronic trauma such as childhood abuse or neglect and many other mental health presentations, such as body dysmorphia, grief, self-esteem, chronic pain, anxiety, sexual assault, childhood neglect, domestic abuse and more. Many of these presentations can leave you feeling isolated, frustrated and helpless, by processing these via bilateral stimulation to a resolution, life can become more manageable and less triggering, allowing you to achieve your goals.
![Photo of Clare Hubbard, MBACP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/671d5f66-f9d7-4550-a91b-085ac2feeef1/3/320x400.jpeg)
How can I help? Are you longing for change or dreading it? Therapy is a space to explore, what is dominating your thoughts and keeping you awake at night - a time just for you. Working at your pace, I can help you reflect on the things that are holding you back, why you are where you are, and if and how you want to bring about change. I am a warm, highly engaged, and calm therapist, known for tackling the difficult conversations others shy away from. I believe that gaining a greater understanding of your story can change your perspective, enabling you to live more authentically and so be more at ease with yourself.
How can I help? Are you longing for change or dreading it? Therapy is a space to explore, what is dominating your thoughts and keeping you awake at night - a time just for you. Working at your pace, I can help you reflect on the things that are holding you back, why you are where you are, and if and how you want to bring about change. I am a warm, highly engaged, and calm therapist, known for tackling the difficult conversations others shy away from. I believe that gaining a greater understanding of your story can change your perspective, enabling you to live more authentically and so be more at ease with yourself.
![Photo of Andrew Cheshire, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2009a75f-abad-4793-8f26-920e13751e52/2/320x400.jpeg)
Life brings many challenges and it could be that one of the reasons you have come to this site is to find support or a safe port in what can often feel like a storm. I offer a safe, supportive, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore a wide range of challenges that can feel unsettling to discuss with the outside world. Finding the exact words to best communicate what is troubling you might feel hard or you might feel under pressure from others to attend therapy. We would work in a consulting room located close to the centre of Guildford.
Life brings many challenges and it could be that one of the reasons you have come to this site is to find support or a safe port in what can often feel like a storm. I offer a safe, supportive, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore a wide range of challenges that can feel unsettling to discuss with the outside world. Finding the exact words to best communicate what is troubling you might feel hard or you might feel under pressure from others to attend therapy. We would work in a consulting room located close to the centre of Guildford.
![Photo of Andrea Owen, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b844fbbc-cd85-40e9-8e61-95d8603378c1/2/320x400.jpeg)
Do you feel like no matter how hard you try you just can’t shake the feeling that life is a daily battle you must fight? You may feel like you’ve had enough of being overwhelmed, stressed and tired. Perhaps relationships are difficult to create or maintain, or you may be tired of fighting unhelpful behaviours, pain and distress. I just want to let you know that you are not alone and that there is hope. I can provide you with a safe space where you can understand where those issues are arising from and find ways to stop and prevent them. Life is difficult in so many ways, but you can find ways to free yourself and start living fully!
Do you feel like no matter how hard you try you just can’t shake the feeling that life is a daily battle you must fight? You may feel like you’ve had enough of being overwhelmed, stressed and tired. Perhaps relationships are difficult to create or maintain, or you may be tired of fighting unhelpful behaviours, pain and distress. I just want to let you know that you are not alone and that there is hope. I can provide you with a safe space where you can understand where those issues are arising from and find ways to stop and prevent them. Life is difficult in so many ways, but you can find ways to free yourself and start living fully!
![Photo of Maria Bessant, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/76bbeb9c-f04f-435e-ad81-a4bb2a417d7c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hi and a very warm welcome. I'm Maria, a Humanistic Counsellor offering evening online, and telephone sessions for 16+ and Adults. Challenges you have in your life may sometimes feel overwhelming and you may even find yourself feeling stuck. These challenges, for example, might be with anxiety, depression, grief, you may have been a victim of abuse, you might struggle with confidence or lack self esteem? Whatever your challenge or struggle, I want to help you find peace within yourself, help you feel less overwhelmed and more able to cope. I want to help you feel less stuck, and support you to discovering your own way forwards.
Hi and a very warm welcome. I'm Maria, a Humanistic Counsellor offering evening online, and telephone sessions for 16+ and Adults. Challenges you have in your life may sometimes feel overwhelming and you may even find yourself feeling stuck. These challenges, for example, might be with anxiety, depression, grief, you may have been a victim of abuse, you might struggle with confidence or lack self esteem? Whatever your challenge or struggle, I want to help you find peace within yourself, help you feel less overwhelmed and more able to cope. I want to help you feel less stuck, and support you to discovering your own way forwards.
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Hello. I am NHS trained and experienced in working with broad range of symptoms, behaviours, mental health and emotional problems. You may be looking to understand extremely strong and exhausting feelings, or why it is you seem to feel little about anything. It may be that you are experiencing troubling negative thoughts and beliefs about yourself, others, or both. Or it may be you have noticed that some of the things you do in personal or work relationships, or to yourself, are destructive and unhelpful. And it may be all of the above, or just repeated sense that something just isn’t right - but your not sure what.
Hello. I am NHS trained and experienced in working with broad range of symptoms, behaviours, mental health and emotional problems. You may be looking to understand extremely strong and exhausting feelings, or why it is you seem to feel little about anything. It may be that you are experiencing troubling negative thoughts and beliefs about yourself, others, or both. Or it may be you have noticed that some of the things you do in personal or work relationships, or to yourself, are destructive and unhelpful. And it may be all of the above, or just repeated sense that something just isn’t right - but your not sure what.
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Over the years, I've come to appreciate that everyone, regardless of their background, has a unique story that is worthy of being heard and understood. Life, with its unpredictable turns, presents challenges that can sometimes feel insurmountable. My approach to therapy is grounded in empathy, respect, and evidence-based practice. I combine both Psychodynamic Therapy, where I look to understand your childhood to where you are today, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), an integrative approach.
Over the years, I've come to appreciate that everyone, regardless of their background, has a unique story that is worthy of being heard and understood. Life, with its unpredictable turns, presents challenges that can sometimes feel insurmountable. My approach to therapy is grounded in empathy, respect, and evidence-based practice. I combine both Psychodynamic Therapy, where I look to understand your childhood to where you are today, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), an integrative approach.
![Photo of Vivienne Freda Cracknell, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4bf94bfc-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
My main aim in life has and always will be to help people find peace and joy in their lives. This can be very difficult to source when life today is so challenging. Whether it is financial worries, loss of a loved one, disability, illness, family issues, bullying, work pressure, trauma, (amongst others) all can induce stress, depression and anxiety. Besides a wealth of life experience, I have a degree in Integrative relationship counselling, which enables me to work in a way to suit each individual and their issues. We will work together at your pace to find a healing path.
My main aim in life has and always will be to help people find peace and joy in their lives. This can be very difficult to source when life today is so challenging. Whether it is financial worries, loss of a loved one, disability, illness, family issues, bullying, work pressure, trauma, (amongst others) all can induce stress, depression and anxiety. Besides a wealth of life experience, I have a degree in Integrative relationship counselling, which enables me to work in a way to suit each individual and their issues. We will work together at your pace to find a healing path.
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Hello, my name is Ben and I am a Clinical Psychologist, Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and Counsellor practising in Surrey (Guildford), Hampshire (Basingstoke) and also online via a secure, encrypted network. My extensive training and experience ensures I am able to help adults and children with a number of difficulties, including (but not limited to): Anxiety, Depression, Low self-esteem, Loneliness, Grief / Loss, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Post-traumatic stress (PTSD), Relationship difficulties (including break-ups), Social anxiety, Sleep difficulties and Work / exam stress
Hello, my name is Ben and I am a Clinical Psychologist, Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and Counsellor practising in Surrey (Guildford), Hampshire (Basingstoke) and also online via a secure, encrypted network. My extensive training and experience ensures I am able to help adults and children with a number of difficulties, including (but not limited to): Anxiety, Depression, Low self-esteem, Loneliness, Grief / Loss, Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), Post-traumatic stress (PTSD), Relationship difficulties (including break-ups), Social anxiety, Sleep difficulties and Work / exam stress
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Dr Miriam Mavia-Zajac
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
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Guildford GU1
I am a Highly Specialist Chartered Counselling Psychologist, registered with the BPS & accredited by the HCPC. With more than 23 years of experience, I bring a diverse knowledge base & toolbox of skills & strategies that I draw from; to help tailor sessions to suit my client’s personality & struggles. I deliver bespoke therapy and work at my client's pace. I have a special interest in neurodivergence (ASD & ADHD) and am an accredited assessor.
I am a Highly Specialist Chartered Counselling Psychologist, registered with the BPS & accredited by the HCPC. With more than 23 years of experience, I bring a diverse knowledge base & toolbox of skills & strategies that I draw from; to help tailor sessions to suit my client’s personality & struggles. I deliver bespoke therapy and work at my client's pace. I have a special interest in neurodivergence (ASD & ADHD) and am an accredited assessor.
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I am a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Play Therapist and Mental Health Nurse. I have a wealth of experience working with children, adolescents, families and adults. I have worked in a variety of mental health settings within the NHS in therapist roles. These included child and adolescent mental health teams, and several specialist eating disorders services. I specialise in treating eating disorders, depression, anxiety, emotional and behavioural problems. As a CBT therapist I aim to help people to identify their unhealthy thoughts and behaviours, and collaboratively work together to challenge these and bring about change
I am a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Play Therapist and Mental Health Nurse. I have a wealth of experience working with children, adolescents, families and adults. I have worked in a variety of mental health settings within the NHS in therapist roles. These included child and adolescent mental health teams, and several specialist eating disorders services. I specialise in treating eating disorders, depression, anxiety, emotional and behavioural problems. As a CBT therapist I aim to help people to identify their unhealthy thoughts and behaviours, and collaboratively work together to challenge these and bring about change
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Hi. You're probably here because you are finding life tough. Life can be so hard, and it can feel even harder finding help. After years of working in Education and the NHS, I know how tricky it can be to access support. I aim to fill that gap. I work particularly with neurodivergence (ADHD, autism etc): with young people struggling + using tricky coping strategies; with parents who feel lost + overwhelmed; and with adults who are for the first time learning who they are + need help to figure that all out. I also specialise in eating disorders, self harm, body image, anxiety, OCD, trauma. Maybe I can help?
Hi. You're probably here because you are finding life tough. Life can be so hard, and it can feel even harder finding help. After years of working in Education and the NHS, I know how tricky it can be to access support. I aim to fill that gap. I work particularly with neurodivergence (ADHD, autism etc): with young people struggling + using tricky coping strategies; with parents who feel lost + overwhelmed; and with adults who are for the first time learning who they are + need help to figure that all out. I also specialise in eating disorders, self harm, body image, anxiety, OCD, trauma. Maybe I can help?
![Photo of Carlos Talbot, MA, MBABCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b0ece33f-2df8-4efc-a52e-82cb995a2ae3/2/320x400.jpeg)
There are many issues that can impact our way of living. Whether the impact is great or small, sometimes we need support to help us through these times. I hope to be able to provide you with a space to explore some of the issues that you may be experiencing. I am a Registered Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist (MBACP) and a BABCP Accredited CBT Therapist, which means that I can draw upon a range of psychotherapeutic approaches in supporting you. I am able to offer both telephone & remote video sessions.
There are many issues that can impact our way of living. Whether the impact is great or small, sometimes we need support to help us through these times. I hope to be able to provide you with a space to explore some of the issues that you may be experiencing. I am a Registered Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist (MBACP) and a BABCP Accredited CBT Therapist, which means that I can draw upon a range of psychotherapeutic approaches in supporting you. I am able to offer both telephone & remote video sessions.
![Photo of Paul Alistair Byford, MBACP Accred, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ae6ce73-a3f7-439a-a0d5-9402381c5ec6/1/320x400.jpeg)
Paul has a wealth of experience of psychological intervention having worked in various multi-disciplinary work settings including NHS IAPT services (Improving Access to Psychological Therapies). Alcohol and Drug misuse services, renowned private residential rehabs and prison. He has also had a successful private practice in Harley Street and in the Home Counties and now works from Guildford and Godalming in Surrey. Paul will use various contemporary research and evidence based therapeutic models including CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), MET (Motivational Enhancement Therapy) and Humanistic Person Centred Therapy to help facilitate change and help people with various issues to live more balanced lives.
Paul has a wealth of experience of psychological intervention having worked in various multi-disciplinary work settings including NHS IAPT services (Improving Access to Psychological Therapies). Alcohol and Drug misuse services, renowned private residential rehabs and prison. He has also had a successful private practice in Harley Street and in the Home Counties and now works from Guildford and Godalming in Surrey. Paul will use various contemporary research and evidence based therapeutic models including CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), MET (Motivational Enhancement Therapy) and Humanistic Person Centred Therapy to help facilitate change and help people with various issues to live more balanced lives.
![Photo of Claire Millar, MSc, MUKCP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4b87fbac-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am an experienced clinical psychotherapist and psychotherapeutic counsellor with an MSc from the Metanoia Institute. My private counselling and psychotherapy practice is in Guildford where I see individuals and couples. I offer short and longer term therapy as required. We all experience challenging times in our lives: it takes bravery and honesty to accept that you need a guiding-hand to help you through this. I will work alongside you to help identify the solutions to your problems, drawing on all my experience to offer an approach to suit you as an individual.
I am an experienced clinical psychotherapist and psychotherapeutic counsellor with an MSc from the Metanoia Institute. My private counselling and psychotherapy practice is in Guildford where I see individuals and couples. I offer short and longer term therapy as required. We all experience challenging times in our lives: it takes bravery and honesty to accept that you need a guiding-hand to help you through this. I will work alongside you to help identify the solutions to your problems, drawing on all my experience to offer an approach to suit you as an individual.
![Photo of Jane Barnfield Jukes - The Practice, MBACP, Psychotherapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/53e17800-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
We can all have difficulties in everyday life and encounter problems that we simply find hard to cope with alone. You may feel worried, anxious, low, confused, isolated or may be experience difficulties in relationships. You may be suffering from feelings of low self esteem or low self confidence. You may have been diagnosed with anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, or maybe you are just feeling sad. When these feelings and thoughts persist and become overwhelming it may be difficult to know which way to turn.
We can all have difficulties in everyday life and encounter problems that we simply find hard to cope with alone. You may feel worried, anxious, low, confused, isolated or may be experience difficulties in relationships. You may be suffering from feelings of low self esteem or low self confidence. You may have been diagnosed with anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, or maybe you are just feeling sad. When these feelings and thoughts persist and become overwhelming it may be difficult to know which way to turn.
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Hello and welcome to my page, My name is Aude and I am a BACP registered Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Transformational Coach. I aim to offer a safe and calm approach rooted in compassion and understanding to fit your needs, challenges and concerns. As a multi-disciplinary therapist for adults and young people (from 11y old), my approach incorporates humanistic, person-centred, psychodynamic, mindfulness, life coaching, and CBT modalities, depending on my client's individual needs.
Hello and welcome to my page, My name is Aude and I am a BACP registered Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Transformational Coach. I aim to offer a safe and calm approach rooted in compassion and understanding to fit your needs, challenges and concerns. As a multi-disciplinary therapist for adults and young people (from 11y old), my approach incorporates humanistic, person-centred, psychodynamic, mindfulness, life coaching, and CBT modalities, depending on my client's individual needs.
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I offer a safe, gentle and honest space for you to express and explore your life, from your past, your present circumstance, or aspirations for your future, to help you find and coalesce your choices and your potency. I have worked with a broad range of people over the years, and I work towards helping you face your challenges and pain and stuckness; consider new perspectives; realise your potential, and making true choices and transformation in your life.
I offer a safe, gentle and honest space for you to express and explore your life, from your past, your present circumstance, or aspirations for your future, to help you find and coalesce your choices and your potency. I have worked with a broad range of people over the years, and I work towards helping you face your challenges and pain and stuckness; consider new perspectives; realise your potential, and making true choices and transformation in your life.
![Photo of Marzena Steels, MA, MBACP, Counsellor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b336b13e-17a8-4c5f-a2f0-d4b3bc63a88b/3/320x400.jpeg)
Whatever you are feeling now, there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Life can be tricky sometimes and you may think that people can't understand you because of what you are going through. Sometimes you need someone to listen to you, to help you to understand what is actually happening. I can help you to walk through this journey, to find a way to a safe place which respects your values and beliefs. You can talk about any issues that bother you and explore your emotions without judgment. I have 19 years of training and experience in a broad range of topics in psychotherapy counselling and educational therapy.
Whatever you are feeling now, there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Life can be tricky sometimes and you may think that people can't understand you because of what you are going through. Sometimes you need someone to listen to you, to help you to understand what is actually happening. I can help you to walk through this journey, to find a way to a safe place which respects your values and beliefs. You can talk about any issues that bother you and explore your emotions without judgment. I have 19 years of training and experience in a broad range of topics in psychotherapy counselling and educational therapy.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Guildford
100+
Average cost per session
£70
Counsellors in Guildford who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
84% | Self Esteem |
82% | Stress |
81% | Relationship Issues |
72% | Bereavement |
65% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
80% | AXA PPP |
72% | Aviva |
65% | Vitality |
How Counsellors in Guildford see their clients
82% | In Person and Online | |
18% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
19% | Male |