Anxiety Counselling in Oxford

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Michael William Cowdry
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Oxford OX1
I work with people who feel ready to address some kind of dis-ease in their lives, whether that is an anxiety, addiction, relationship question or stress-related physical pain. Many of these issues take time to address properly although people often experience relief relatively quickly. I worked as a teacher before becoming a psychotherapist, and still like the Greek word for teaching: pedagogy, which has at its heart the idea of accompanying. I accompany people in-person and online, on their journey; I rarely offer advice but work with people to help them understand themselves, what they want, and the best way forward for them.
I work with people who feel ready to address some kind of dis-ease in their lives, whether that is an anxiety, addiction, relationship question or stress-related physical pain. Many of these issues take time to address properly although people often experience relief relatively quickly. I worked as a teacher before becoming a psychotherapist, and still like the Greek word for teaching: pedagogy, which has at its heart the idea of accompanying. I accompany people in-person and online, on their journey; I rarely offer advice but work with people to help them understand themselves, what they want, and the best way forward for them.
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Cath Arakelian
Psychotherapist, BPC
Verified Verified
Oxford OX2
Are you worried that you are not making full use of your talents and enjoying your one life? Do certain things seem to happen again and again or do you feel something is holding you back? Whatever your age or background, come and talk about yourself and let us gently explore together your inner world. Living a life full of anxiety or depression or behaving in ways that trouble you is painful and restricting. It doesn't have to be that way.
Are you worried that you are not making full use of your talents and enjoying your one life? Do certain things seem to happen again and again or do you feel something is holding you back? Whatever your age or background, come and talk about yourself and let us gently explore together your inner world. Living a life full of anxiety or depression or behaving in ways that trouble you is painful and restricting. It doesn't have to be that way.
020 3856 8477 View 020 3856 8477
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Wyon Stansfeld
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX3  (Online Only)
I'm a straightforward, kindly, fully qualified counsellor with 40 years experience of working with people facing serious difficulties and life challenges. I offer a service tailored to your specific needs, providing short or longer-term help as needed. I work with a range of problems including anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, depression, crisis, addictions, low self-esteem, abuse, disempowerment, anger management, bereavement, trauma, illness and loss of meaning. "It soon felt safe to talk. The sessions were expertly guided with valuable interventions and feedback." "I found you so empathic, calm and reassuring and my confidence built up through the sessions"
I'm a straightforward, kindly, fully qualified counsellor with 40 years experience of working with people facing serious difficulties and life challenges. I offer a service tailored to your specific needs, providing short or longer-term help as needed. I work with a range of problems including anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, depression, crisis, addictions, low self-esteem, abuse, disempowerment, anger management, bereavement, trauma, illness and loss of meaning. "It soon felt safe to talk. The sessions were expertly guided with valuable interventions and feedback." "I found you so empathic, calm and reassuring and my confidence built up through the sessions"
01865 638265 View 01865 638265
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Gabrielle Lees
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX4
I have experience of working with most psychological difficulties, but have special interests in adolescence, pre and post natal issues, anxiety and low mood, problematic family relationships, life cycle changes, parenting and bereavement.
I am a fully trained and registered psychotherapist with over 20 years experience in the NHS (ongoing). I run a small evening clinic in Jericho offering time limited and open ended work. I also offer a very popular 4 session 'fast response' intervention for adolescents and young adults for £220. This treatment can be extremely helpful at times of crisis and change. I am registered with ACP, BACP and the Professional Standards Authority; PSA. I teach and supervise other therapists.
I have experience of working with most psychological difficulties, but have special interests in adolescence, pre and post natal issues, anxiety and low mood, problematic family relationships, life cycle changes, parenting and bereavement.
I am a fully trained and registered psychotherapist with over 20 years experience in the NHS (ongoing). I run a small evening clinic in Jericho offering time limited and open ended work. I also offer a very popular 4 session 'fast response' intervention for adolescents and young adults for £220. This treatment can be extremely helpful at times of crisis and change. I am registered with ACP, BACP and the Professional Standards Authority; PSA. I teach and supervise other therapists.
01865 954062 View 01865 954062
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Jenny Pillar
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oxford OX2
Hello, I'm Jenny and I have over 12 years’ experience supporting clients through life's challenges. You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, family problems, early years trauma, exploring your identity or a whole host of other issues and I am here to listen and support you with an open mind. Through counselling you will have space to process your feelings, find restoration and healing, and be empowered to be resilient. I work with people from a wide range of backgrounds with all kinds of different experiences.
Hello, I'm Jenny and I have over 12 years’ experience supporting clients through life's challenges. You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, family problems, early years trauma, exploring your identity or a whole host of other issues and I am here to listen and support you with an open mind. Through counselling you will have space to process your feelings, find restoration and healing, and be empowered to be resilient. I work with people from a wide range of backgrounds with all kinds of different experiences.
020 3960 5173 View 020 3960 5173
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Dr Louise Fletcher
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Oxford OX1  (Online Only)
You'd like to feel better about yourself, your life, your future, but you're struggling to engage with life following physical illness. Navigating life's challenges, especially illness, can be daunting. It's more common than you might imagine to experience mental health concerns following illness, such as depression and anxiety. If you're feeling uncertain about how to cope, now might be a good time to connect with a therapist who can help. Let's work together to develop strategies that help you to fully engage with your life as it is now, so that you feel empowered to live well.
You'd like to feel better about yourself, your life, your future, but you're struggling to engage with life following physical illness. Navigating life's challenges, especially illness, can be daunting. It's more common than you might imagine to experience mental health concerns following illness, such as depression and anxiety. If you're feeling uncertain about how to cope, now might be a good time to connect with a therapist who can help. Let's work together to develop strategies that help you to fully engage with your life as it is now, so that you feel empowered to live well.
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Laura Kennedy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX4
I am passionate about helping clients intercept 'stuck' cycles by finding new ways of adjusting and coping. Many of the clients that I work with find themselves struggling with life demands or what the World Health Organisation (WHO) typically defines as 'burn-out' (ICD-10). Quite often they feel overwhelmed, depleted and unable to find an obvious solution to their problem. They find themselves chronically ruminating about the past or worrying about the future, leading to vicious cycles of depression and anxiety. These clients require a specialised therapist who can offer brief, effective treatment.
I am passionate about helping clients intercept 'stuck' cycles by finding new ways of adjusting and coping. Many of the clients that I work with find themselves struggling with life demands or what the World Health Organisation (WHO) typically defines as 'burn-out' (ICD-10). Quite often they feel overwhelmed, depleted and unable to find an obvious solution to their problem. They find themselves chronically ruminating about the past or worrying about the future, leading to vicious cycles of depression and anxiety. These clients require a specialised therapist who can offer brief, effective treatment.
020 3697 0279 View 020 3697 0279
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Mat Schencks
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX2
I work with anxiety, depression, trauma, sexuality, anger and all kinds of relationship challenges in a warm and supportive manner.
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 work with anxiety, depression, trauma, sexuality, anger and all kinds of relationship challenges in a warm and supportive manner.
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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Clare Patterson
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX1
In this way I work to address the cause of anxiety and depression, leading to genuine, lasting change and a deeper sense of wellbeing.
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.
In this way I work to address the cause of anxiety and depression, leading to genuine, lasting change and a deeper sense of wellbeing.
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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Dr Oliver Klott
Psychotherapist, PsychD, ACP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX2
As an Autogenic Therapist I can help with stress-related difficulties and anxiety in childhood and adulthood.
I am a Child, Adolescent & Young Adult Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and Autogenic Therapist and offer Individual Psychotherapy, Child Parent Psychotherapy, Infant Parent Psychotherapy and Autogenic Training (meditative self-help technique for children and adults). The approach of Child and Adolescent Psychotherapists seeks to look beneath the surface of difficult emotions, behaviours and relationships to help young people and their families to understand themselves and their problems. In addition to my private practice, I work for Oxford CAMHS and teach at the Tavistock Clinic in London.
As an Autogenic Therapist I can help with stress-related difficulties and anxiety in childhood and adulthood.
I am a Child, Adolescent & Young Adult Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and Autogenic Therapist and offer Individual Psychotherapy, Child Parent Psychotherapy, Infant Parent Psychotherapy and Autogenic Training (meditative self-help technique for children and adults). The approach of Child and Adolescent Psychotherapists seeks to look beneath the surface of difficult emotions, behaviours and relationships to help young people and their families to understand themselves and their problems. In addition to my private practice, I work for Oxford CAMHS and teach at the Tavistock Clinic in London.
020 3984 9142 View 020 3984 9142
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Murad Bukhari
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX2
I work with a wide variety of issues including: depression; anxiety; sexual, emotional and physical abuse; complex trauma; suicidal ideation; addictions; issues of cultural diversity, intersectionality and experiences as “other”; life crises; relationship problems; personal grief, bereavement and loss; climate anxiety and ecological grief.
I am a transpersonal/integrative and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist that creates a space where you are invited to experience yourself; fully, freely, safely, confidentially and without judgement. Together we will explore your dreams, what brings you joy, aspirations, struggles and your deepest fears. You will come to a deeper understanding of how past experiences have shaped your feelings about life today. Psychotherapy helps us welcome in and integrate all aspects of ourselves, with conscious awareness. With work, you will experience an authentic acceptance of your whole Self, and the myriad possibilities that this brings.
I work with a wide variety of issues including: depression; anxiety; sexual, emotional and physical abuse; complex trauma; suicidal ideation; addictions; issues of cultural diversity, intersectionality and experiences as “other”; life crises; relationship problems; personal grief, bereavement and loss; climate anxiety and ecological grief.
I am a transpersonal/integrative and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist that creates a space where you are invited to experience yourself; fully, freely, safely, confidentially and without judgement. Together we will explore your dreams, what brings you joy, aspirations, struggles and your deepest fears. You will come to a deeper understanding of how past experiences have shaped your feelings about life today. Psychotherapy helps us welcome in and integrate all aspects of ourselves, with conscious awareness. With work, you will experience an authentic acceptance of your whole Self, and the myriad possibilities that this brings.
020 4538 2987 View 020 4538 2987
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Mark Morgenroth
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oxford OX2
I work with a range of clients who are exploring questions of meaning and identity and seeking ways to live a more fulfilling life. Many of the clients who come to me are feeling overwhelmed and are looking to make changes in their lives, but do not know where to start and often have never had enough emotional support or space in which to explore their process and the recurring patterns in their life. Together, we work to understand issues such as anxiety, depression, a lack of motivation, authenticity, loss, or low self-esteem and look for a path to healing and growth.
I work with a range of clients who are exploring questions of meaning and identity and seeking ways to live a more fulfilling life. Many of the clients who come to me are feeling overwhelmed and are looking to make changes in their lives, but do not know where to start and often have never had enough emotional support or space in which to explore their process and the recurring patterns in their life. Together, we work to understand issues such as anxiety, depression, a lack of motivation, authenticity, loss, or low self-esteem and look for a path to healing and growth.
020 8629 9676 View 020 8629 9676
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Paul Hughes
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX4
I see clients from across all ages, ethnicities and with an extremely wide range of issues. I help clients to come to grips with substance abuse, depression, all forms of anxiety and much more besides. I help my clients to summon the strength to put their issues behind them. I help them to find new ways of feeling, thinking and behaving. Whatever their goals might be, I help them to realise that they're strong enough, good enough and able to achieve them. I particularly specialise in working with clients on the high functioning end of the autistic spectrum.
I see clients from across all ages, ethnicities and with an extremely wide range of issues. I help clients to come to grips with substance abuse, depression, all forms of anxiety and much more besides. I help my clients to summon the strength to put their issues behind them. I help them to find new ways of feeling, thinking and behaving. Whatever their goals might be, I help them to realise that they're strong enough, good enough and able to achieve them. I particularly specialise in working with clients on the high functioning end of the autistic spectrum.
01865 600970 View 01865 600970
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James Finnegan - Anxiety Specialist
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oxford OX2
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or depression? Stuck in a cycle of negative thoughts or facing significant life changes? Struggling with low self-esteem, low self-confidence, or complex family issues? If you have ADHD or autism and need practical help with daily challenges, I’m here to guide you through. I offer a gentle hand with strong support and will challenge you to confront your difficulties directly. Together, we’ll develop personalised strategies tailored to your needs, ensuring effective and realistic solutions.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, or depression? Stuck in a cycle of negative thoughts or facing significant life changes? Struggling with low self-esteem, low self-confidence, or complex family issues? If you have ADHD or autism and need practical help with daily challenges, I’m here to guide you through. I offer a gentle hand with strong support and will challenge you to confront your difficulties directly. Together, we’ll develop personalised strategies tailored to your needs, ensuring effective and realistic solutions.
01926 352270 View 01926 352270
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Lizz Lewis
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX1  (Online Only)
Are you finding it hard to manage the complexities of day-to-day life? Are you feeling anxious or concerned you can’t cope? I can help. I empower women going through periods of transition to understand themselves better: make sense, find meaning and go their own way. My 24-session programme of psychotherapy is for you if you're: going through a difficult time or embarking on a change; experiencing anxiety; struggling with relationships; or are unable to move on from a traumatic experience. I can help you understand what's happening and find new ways through. Contact me for a free 20 minute consultation.
Are you finding it hard to manage the complexities of day-to-day life? Are you feeling anxious or concerned you can’t cope? I can help. I empower women going through periods of transition to understand themselves better: make sense, find meaning and go their own way. My 24-session programme of psychotherapy is for you if you're: going through a difficult time or embarking on a change; experiencing anxiety; struggling with relationships; or are unable to move on from a traumatic experience. I can help you understand what's happening and find new ways through. Contact me for a free 20 minute consultation.
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Paul Masters
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oxford OX1
Examples of issues I can help with: feelings of stress and anxiety, panic attacks, feelings of depression, sadness or emptiness, problems with anger, relationships, confidence problems, feeling burdened by shame or guilt, feelings of loneliness or isolation, low self- esteem and motivation.
Hello and welcome. Making the decision to begin therapy or counselling can be anxiety provoking. It is important, therefore, to find the right therapist or counsellor for you, as this is a vital element of the psychotherapeutic process. Finding a therapist or counsellor you feel safe with and with whom you have a sense of connection will enable you to explore the issues. People of all ethnicities and social backgrounds seek therapy for a plethora of reasons, and I welcome patients whatever their culture, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, or gender.
Examples of issues I can help with: feelings of stress and anxiety, panic attacks, feelings of depression, sadness or emptiness, problems with anger, relationships, confidence problems, feeling burdened by shame or guilt, feelings of loneliness or isolation, low self- esteem and motivation.
Hello and welcome. Making the decision to begin therapy or counselling can be anxiety provoking. It is important, therefore, to find the right therapist or counsellor for you, as this is a vital element of the psychotherapeutic process. Finding a therapist or counsellor you feel safe with and with whom you have a sense of connection will enable you to explore the issues. People of all ethnicities and social backgrounds seek therapy for a plethora of reasons, and I welcome patients whatever their culture, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, or gender.
020 3962 1621 View 020 3962 1621
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Alex Reid
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX1
If you always seem to be in unhappy relationships; suffer from anxiety or depression; feel angry all the time; are struggling with addictive behaviors; feel in constant emotional pain; or feel like no-one really listens to you properly or notices what you are going through; then I can offer you the time and space to be seen and heard, and start to work through what you are facing.
If you always seem to be in unhappy relationships; suffer from anxiety or depression; feel angry all the time; are struggling with addictive behaviors; feel in constant emotional pain; or feel like no-one really listens to you properly or notices what you are going through; then I can offer you the time and space to be seen and heard, and start to work through what you are facing.
01844 394766 View 01844 394766
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Rachel Teare Counselling and Supervision
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Oxford OX1
I have been working for over 21 years with people who have a wide range of issues including, relationship and work problems, low self esteem, addictions and other forms of self harm, abuse, eating disorders, bereavement as well as people who suffer from stress and anxiety or feel low, depressed and suicidal. I am also qualified to work with couples and groups about relationships. Most of my training and work as a counsellor has been about really learning to listen to people, hearing the ‘music’ behind their words and sensing their deepest feelings, hurts, joys and fears as it is then that therapeutic healing can occur.
I have been working for over 21 years with people who have a wide range of issues including, relationship and work problems, low self esteem, addictions and other forms of self harm, abuse, eating disorders, bereavement as well as people who suffer from stress and anxiety or feel low, depressed and suicidal. I am also qualified to work with couples and groups about relationships. Most of my training and work as a counsellor has been about really learning to listen to people, hearing the ‘music’ behind their words and sensing their deepest feelings, hurts, joys and fears as it is then that therapeutic healing can occur.
01608 692242 View 01608 692242
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Dr Sam French
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Oxford OX1
I am a Senior Chartered Clinical Psychologist, registered with The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), and accredited by the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist. My therapeutic work is currently with adults and adolescents with no upper age limit. I can support people with wide range of mental health difficulties, and I have a special interest in OCD, anxiety disorders, depression, hoarding problems, and trauma. I work both face-to-face via my Oxfordshire clinic and online, and can offer a format flexible to your needs.
I am a Senior Chartered Clinical Psychologist, registered with The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), and accredited by the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist. My therapeutic work is currently with adults and adolescents with no upper age limit. I can support people with wide range of mental health difficulties, and I have a special interest in OCD, anxiety disorders, depression, hoarding problems, and trauma. I work both face-to-face via my Oxfordshire clinic and online, and can offer a format flexible to your needs.
01235 639398 View 01235 639398
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Laura Steele
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Oxford OX1  (Online Only)
Are things in your life feeling overwhelming? Perhaps you have a niggling sense of unease that you can’t ignore. Maybe you are feeling the weight of an old wound, or looking to find your way through a fresh one. Depression, feeling sad, anxiety, stress, grief, bereavement, panic attacks, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, spirituality, gender or sexual identity, including LGBTQIA+ experiences, are just a few of the reasons that you might be seeking psychotherapy. Whatever you are feeling, you are not alone, and whatever journey you have taken to get here, you are welcome.
Are things in your life feeling overwhelming? Perhaps you have a niggling sense of unease that you can’t ignore. Maybe you are feeling the weight of an old wound, or looking to find your way through a fresh one. Depression, feeling sad, anxiety, stress, grief, bereavement, panic attacks, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, spirituality, gender or sexual identity, including LGBTQIA+ experiences, are just a few of the reasons that you might be seeking psychotherapy. Whatever you are feeling, you are not alone, and whatever journey you have taken to get here, you are welcome.
0117 463 0552 View 0117 463 0552
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