Humanistic Counselling in Kidlington

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Clare Patterson
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
Kidlington OX5
The psychotherapy I offer is integrative transpersonal, meaning I flex my style according to your individual needs, getting the best results for you in the shortest time period. I completed my five-year training at the reputable CCPE in London where the training included psychodynamic, humanistic, existential and gestalt as well as a psychiatric placement. As a result I feel comfortable working with many issues including addiction, ASD, ADHD, trauma and personality disorders.
The psychotherapy I offer is integrative transpersonal, meaning I flex my style according to your individual needs, getting the best results for you in the shortest time period. I completed my five-year training at the reputable CCPE in London where the training included psychodynamic, humanistic, existential and gestalt as well as a psychiatric placement. As a result I feel comfortable working with many issues including addiction, ASD, ADHD, trauma and personality disorders.
01295 233587 View 01295 233587
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Clare Byers
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Kidlington OX5
I'm a person-centred counsellor with a warm, humanistic approach.
Facing a crossroads? Feeling stuck or uncertain? I wonder if a particular change, loss or relationship has left you disconnected from others? If you are experiencing prolonged anxiety, low mood or find yourself enduring a mixture of unsettling thoughts, sharing your story in a safe space may help you find a way forward. I endeavour to provide a warm and supportive listening relationship to enable you to explore aspects of your life causing worry, sadness or stress. Let yourself have an opportunity to talk things through, with the freedom to choose when you want to meet and how often.
I'm a person-centred counsellor with a warm, humanistic approach.
Facing a crossroads? Feeling stuck or uncertain? I wonder if a particular change, loss or relationship has left you disconnected from others? If you are experiencing prolonged anxiety, low mood or find yourself enduring a mixture of unsettling thoughts, sharing your story in a safe space may help you find a way forward. I endeavour to provide a warm and supportive listening relationship to enable you to explore aspects of your life causing worry, sadness or stress. Let yourself have an opportunity to talk things through, with the freedom to choose when you want to meet and how often.
01993 402093 View 01993 402093
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Flora Winchester
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Kidlington OX5
Hello, and thank you for reading my profile. Are you looking for long-term, in-depth, psychotherapy? Or do you have a particular issue you need to explore in counselling? Perhaps you're a qualified practitioner looking for a clinical supervisor. I could be that person for you, if we find we are a good fit. Whichever best describes you, my work is underpinned with an understanding of spirituality as a personal jorney into the nature of suffering. I think of spirituality as a pathway to self-development. Specifically, I work with mindfulness and Buddhist psychology to explore your current state of being, in mind, body and spirit.
Hello, and thank you for reading my profile. Are you looking for long-term, in-depth, psychotherapy? Or do you have a particular issue you need to explore in counselling? Perhaps you're a qualified practitioner looking for a clinical supervisor. I could be that person for you, if we find we are a good fit. Whichever best describes you, my work is underpinned with an understanding of spirituality as a personal jorney into the nature of suffering. I think of spirituality as a pathway to self-development. Specifically, I work with mindfulness and Buddhist psychology to explore your current state of being, in mind, body and spirit.
07480 773129 View 07480 773129
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Sophie Hoy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kidlington OX5  (Online Only)
Welcome. If you've found yourself here, then you've taken the courageous decision to start your therapy journey. Although it is not an easy thing to undertake, therapy can have huge benefits. I will sit with you and listen with empathy and openness, providing a safe space to explore your experiences, thoughts and feelings. Together we may notice patterns, find meaning and new perspectives. As a therapist, I believe in our endless capacity for growth. I believe in the healing power of being heard, witnessed and deeply understood by another human being: this is what I strive to offer in relationship with clients.
Welcome. If you've found yourself here, then you've taken the courageous decision to start your therapy journey. Although it is not an easy thing to undertake, therapy can have huge benefits. I will sit with you and listen with empathy and openness, providing a safe space to explore your experiences, thoughts and feelings. Together we may notice patterns, find meaning and new perspectives. As a therapist, I believe in our endless capacity for growth. I believe in the healing power of being heard, witnessed and deeply understood by another human being: this is what I strive to offer in relationship with clients.
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The Help Hub
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Kidlington OX5
We support adults who are either unable to access or cannot afford therapy who live in Oxfordshire.
We support adults who are either unable to access or cannot afford therapy who live in Oxfordshire.
01993 228512 View 01993 228512

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Katie Lawton
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Enstone OX7
I am trained in Integrative Humanistic counselling and have experience of working with depression, anxiety, stress, self- harm, relationship issues, bereavement, suicidal thoughts, anger, OCD and Autism.
The key to any successful therapy is to build a trusting relationship between a therapist and a client. I am here to listen and to help you explore your thoughts and feelings, which can sometimes feel confusing and overwhelming. I offer a secure, non judgemental, professional and confidential environment where we work together to try and make sense of how you are feeling. I have experience of working with a number of different issues and I hope that by building our relationship together, we can gain a better understanding of how you can overcome difficulties and move forward.
I am trained in Integrative Humanistic counselling and have experience of working with depression, anxiety, stress, self- harm, relationship issues, bereavement, suicidal thoughts, anger, OCD and Autism.
The key to any successful therapy is to build a trusting relationship between a therapist and a client. I am here to listen and to help you explore your thoughts and feelings, which can sometimes feel confusing and overwhelming. I offer a secure, non judgemental, professional and confidential environment where we work together to try and make sense of how you are feeling. I have experience of working with a number of different issues and I hope that by building our relationship together, we can gain a better understanding of how you can overcome difficulties and move forward.
01608 698958 View 01608 698958
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Julia Goldfinch
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Oxford OX1
As an experienced Accredited Counsellor, qualified since 2002, I am able to offer counselling that is tailored to your individual needs. As an Integrative Counsellor I use my knowledge of modalities including Humanistic, Transactional Analysis, Gestalt, CBT and my experience to provide a safe, supportive, non-judgmental space for people, in order to explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences safely at their own pace.
As an experienced Accredited Counsellor, qualified since 2002, I am able to offer counselling that is tailored to your individual needs. As an Integrative Counsellor I use my knowledge of modalities including Humanistic, Transactional Analysis, Gestalt, CBT and my experience to provide a safe, supportive, non-judgmental space for people, in order to explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences safely at their own pace.
01892 351113 View 01892 351113
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Talk for Change Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Thame OX33
I work as a humanistic integrative psychotherapist and believe that you are the best person to know what you need to live well and work to support you to determine this.
Hello, and welcome. I am Francesca, a well qualified, experienced and professional psychotherapist supporting individuals to work through feelings of anxiety, depression, relationship problems, anger, grief and loss. Since you are reading this page I imagine you would like some aspects of your life to be different and wondering if I - or therapy - can help you. We come to therapy for a myriad of reasons, perhaps you struggling to like yourself or coming to terms with a trauma or loss and looking to process your experience and see a way forward. Maybe you are struggling with overwhelming feelings of anxiety or depression.
I work as a humanistic integrative psychotherapist and believe that you are the best person to know what you need to live well and work to support you to determine this.
Hello, and welcome. I am Francesca, a well qualified, experienced and professional psychotherapist supporting individuals to work through feelings of anxiety, depression, relationship problems, anger, grief and loss. Since you are reading this page I imagine you would like some aspects of your life to be different and wondering if I - or therapy - can help you. We come to therapy for a myriad of reasons, perhaps you struggling to like yourself or coming to terms with a trauma or loss and looking to process your experience and see a way forward. Maybe you are struggling with overwhelming feelings of anxiety or depression.
01494 977457 View 01494 977457
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Dr Sarah Jane Khalid
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Oxford OX1
My clinical specialties are: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness based approaches, Humanistic, Person-centred, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy.
Welcome. Do you feel that you are drifting... settling for what you have instead of achieving what you want? Do find yourself feeling unhappy, anxious or worrying? Would you like to learn the skills to manage these concerns and be more resilient? To be able to live a life which truly holds meaning and happiness where your aspirations and dreams become achievable and a reality? We often experience mental barriers, self-sabotage or lack self-belief. The holistic psychological therapy that I offer can help you have a growth mindset, manage unwanted or negative thoughts, change unhealthy behaviours and negative self-talk.
My clinical specialties are: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness based approaches, Humanistic, Person-centred, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy.
Welcome. Do you feel that you are drifting... settling for what you have instead of achieving what you want? Do find yourself feeling unhappy, anxious or worrying? Would you like to learn the skills to manage these concerns and be more resilient? To be able to live a life which truly holds meaning and happiness where your aspirations and dreams become achievable and a reality? We often experience mental barriers, self-sabotage or lack self-belief. The holistic psychological therapy that I offer can help you have a growth mindset, manage unwanted or negative thoughts, change unhealthy behaviours and negative self-talk.
020 3870 2875 View 020 3870 2875
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Kate Ahl
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX1  (Online Only)
I am an integrative psychotherapist, drawing on existential, humanistic, and psychodynamic approaches.
Therapy is an opportunity to get 'unstuck', to reflect on our relationship to ourselves, to the world, and to others, in an atmosphere that is safe, warm and encouraging. Often my clients are high functioning, intelligent and articulate, but at a crossroads in their personal lives - they may struggle to change relational patterns, make important decisions, or even know what they want in life. Together we explore what is going on at a cognitive, physical, emotional and relational level, identify sources of strength and creativity, and allow space for different aspects of the self to be known.
I am an integrative psychotherapist, drawing on existential, humanistic, and psychodynamic approaches.
Therapy is an opportunity to get 'unstuck', to reflect on our relationship to ourselves, to the world, and to others, in an atmosphere that is safe, warm and encouraging. Often my clients are high functioning, intelligent and articulate, but at a crossroads in their personal lives - they may struggle to change relational patterns, make important decisions, or even know what they want in life. Together we explore what is going on at a cognitive, physical, emotional and relational level, identify sources of strength and creativity, and allow space for different aspects of the self to be known.
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Lucy Clarkson, FdSc, MBACP
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Chipping Norton OX7
Informed by Humanistic Psychology, Trauma Awareness, Psychodynamic analysis, CBT, Mindfulness and Intuitive Coaching to offer solution focused personal development.
When life feels messy seeking help takes courage and strength. You might be feeling overwhelmed in your daily life, or experiencing complications in your relationships. Maybe you have experienced a life-changing event like a loss, a divorce, a betrayal, an illness, stress, or a family conflict. Perhaps you're worrying about your son or daughter and need some clarity. I work with adults & young people (16+) wanting to reflect on thoughts, feelings and behaviours, to understand some of the unanswered questions buzzing around our busy minds. In time, things become clearer & positive changes can be made.
Informed by Humanistic Psychology, Trauma Awareness, Psychodynamic analysis, CBT, Mindfulness and Intuitive Coaching to offer solution focused personal development.
When life feels messy seeking help takes courage and strength. You might be feeling overwhelmed in your daily life, or experiencing complications in your relationships. Maybe you have experienced a life-changing event like a loss, a divorce, a betrayal, an illness, stress, or a family conflict. Perhaps you're worrying about your son or daughter and need some clarity. I work with adults & young people (16+) wanting to reflect on thoughts, feelings and behaviours, to understand some of the unanswered questions buzzing around our busy minds. In time, things become clearer & positive changes can be made.
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Harriet Brown
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Oxford OX1  (Online Only)
Finding the right therapist for you is as much about their style and personality as their qualifications. I value warmth, collaboration, and humour when appropriate and I endeavour to bring these qualities to my practice. My work is integrative which means I can use different theories to suit each individual client's needs. I draw on relational psychoanalysis, attachment theory, Internal Family systems, ACT and humanistic approaches. I am also influenced by my interest in film and literature. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Finding the right therapist for you is as much about their style and personality as their qualifications. I value warmth, collaboration, and humour when appropriate and I endeavour to bring these qualities to my practice. My work is integrative which means I can use different theories to suit each individual client's needs. I draw on relational psychoanalysis, attachment theory, Internal Family systems, ACT and humanistic approaches. I am also influenced by my interest in film and literature. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
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Alina Craciun
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX3
I have in-depth training in Humanistic counselling - in other words, I respect your free will, work with your strengths, and aim to help you develop a healthy and solid sense of self.
Choosing a counsellor is a daunting task. Most of us use the same language to describe what we do and how we do it, making it even harder to decide. I have been there, and I learnt that choosing a few counsellors to have an initial meeting with, is a good place to start. This way, you get a flavour of how your work with that person will look like. I invite you to book a free exploratory session with me and decide afterwards if we are a good fit.
I have in-depth training in Humanistic counselling - in other words, I respect your free will, work with your strengths, and aim to help you develop a healthy and solid sense of self.
Choosing a counsellor is a daunting task. Most of us use the same language to describe what we do and how we do it, making it even harder to decide. I have been there, and I learnt that choosing a few counsellors to have an initial meeting with, is a good place to start. This way, you get a flavour of how your work with that person will look like. I invite you to book a free exploratory session with me and decide afterwards if we are a good fit.
01280 736302 View 01280 736302
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Simeon Vellani Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oxford OX1
TA draws upon Humanistic, Relational and Cognitive Behavioural approaches, this permits me to tailor therapy to your individual requirements.
Counselling & Psychotherapy are positive and practical steps you can take to initiate change and improve your life, I offer you a confidential space where you will be seen and heard in a caring non-judgemental way.
TA draws upon Humanistic, Relational and Cognitive Behavioural approaches, this permits me to tailor therapy to your individual requirements.
Counselling & Psychotherapy are positive and practical steps you can take to initiate change and improve your life, I offer you a confidential space where you will be seen and heard in a caring non-judgemental way.
01672 555536 View 01672 555536
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Cristina Tosti
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX4
My aim is to help you connect with your authentic self. The therapy is led by you, supported by me, we work together seeking greater awareness and clarity in order to facilitate deeper understanding and change. I am committed to working with diverse and marginalised communities and provide a safe, non-judgemental environment in order to empower you to effect positive changes in your life. I am a trained Humanistic Transactional Analysis therapist, with over 25 years’ experience in social care.
My aim is to help you connect with your authentic self. The therapy is led by you, supported by me, we work together seeking greater awareness and clarity in order to facilitate deeper understanding and change. I am committed to working with diverse and marginalised communities and provide a safe, non-judgemental environment in order to empower you to effect positive changes in your life. I am a trained Humanistic Transactional Analysis therapist, with over 25 years’ experience in social care.
01865 638073 View 01865 638073
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Jenny Freeman
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Oxford OX1
Hi, my name is Jenny Freeman and I am trained in offering Person-Centred, Humanistic and Existential Psychotherapy and Counselling. I work remotely, nationwide using telephone and Zoom and Face-to-face in Guildford, Surrey.
Hi, my name is Jenny Freeman and I am trained in offering Person-Centred, Humanistic and Existential Psychotherapy and Counselling. I work remotely, nationwide using telephone and Zoom and Face-to-face in Guildford, Surrey.
01483 967910 View 01483 967910
Will Llewellyn
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Oxford OX1  (Online Only)
My work is underpinned within a humanistic philosophy and I value working with the 'whole person'.
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
My work is underpinned within a humanistic philosophy and I value working with the 'whole person'.
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
01748 901738 View 01748 901738
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Daniel's Therapeutic Counselling
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX1
I am trained in four main psychotherapy methods ( Gestalt, Humanistic Person Centred therapy, TA and IFS parts work ) this means I can tailor our sessions to suit you and your needs.
You may have been troubled by something for a while and have tried talking to friends or family, but how you feel hasn’t changed. You may be kept awake by anxiety or stress but you can’t put your finger on what it is that is keeping you awake. Or in fact you do know what is troubling you but have never been able to talk about it. Major changes in your life may have created a loss within the person you once were. Perhaps you feel that you lack purpose and that everything is hopeless. We as humans are very good at pushing things down inside, locking them in a box and marking them DO NOT OPEN, but eventually the box breaks open.
I am trained in four main psychotherapy methods ( Gestalt, Humanistic Person Centred therapy, TA and IFS parts work ) this means I can tailor our sessions to suit you and your needs.
You may have been troubled by something for a while and have tried talking to friends or family, but how you feel hasn’t changed. You may be kept awake by anxiety or stress but you can’t put your finger on what it is that is keeping you awake. Or in fact you do know what is troubling you but have never been able to talk about it. Major changes in your life may have created a loss within the person you once were. Perhaps you feel that you lack purpose and that everything is hopeless. We as humans are very good at pushing things down inside, locking them in a box and marking them DO NOT OPEN, but eventually the box breaks open.
01295 957027 View 01295 957027
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Sheila Drexler
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Witney OX29  (Online Only)
Hello! I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist with over 10 years experience in the field of mental health. I have worked with a number of charities and counselling organisations, with a strong focus on supporting people dealing with anxiety, work/university stress, health issues, depression and trauma. I have a particular interest in for working with perinatal issues (birth trauma, postnatal depression, IVF and fertility, miscarriage, new parenthood). My goal is to help clients gain a stronger understanding of what is troubling them so that they can take the steps needed to start feeling better.
Hello! I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist with over 10 years experience in the field of mental health. I have worked with a number of charities and counselling organisations, with a strong focus on supporting people dealing with anxiety, work/university stress, health issues, depression and trauma. I have a particular interest in for working with perinatal issues (birth trauma, postnatal depression, IVF and fertility, miscarriage, new parenthood). My goal is to help clients gain a stronger understanding of what is troubling them so that they can take the steps needed to start feeling better.
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Mat Schencks
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX2
I offer a caring and non-judgmental relationship in which you can explore the issues, experiences, thoughts and feelings that have brought you to seek help. We will explore the situations and challenges you are facing in your life. Speaking about what is difficult is the beginning of feeling better. Core Process Psychotherapy combines the wisdom and compassion of Buddhism with western approaches to psychology. This compassionate and relational approach emphasises our wholeness, and our inherent resilience and balance - however hidden these qualities may sometimes seem. I work with both individuals and couples.
I offer a caring and non-judgmental relationship in which you can explore the issues, experiences, thoughts and feelings that have brought you to seek help. We will explore the situations and challenges you are facing in your life. Speaking about what is difficult is the beginning of feeling better. Core Process Psychotherapy combines the wisdom and compassion of Buddhism with western approaches to psychology. This compassionate and relational approach emphasises our wholeness, and our inherent resilience and balance - however hidden these qualities may sometimes seem. I work with both individuals and couples.
01908 015946 View 01908 015946

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Humanistic Counsellors

How does humanistic therapy work?

One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualisation and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.

Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?

Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioural therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.

How long does humanistic therapy last?

The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.

Is humanistic therapy effective?

According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.