Female Counselling in South Benfleet, ENG

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Angela Cope
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
South Benfleet SS7
I am an experienced and fully qualified Couples Counsellor, Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist with a background in both Person-centred Humanistic counselling and an Advanced Diploma in Psychodynamic counselling. I am a fully qualified Relate counsellor having 1500+ hours experience. I have experience in my practice using Transactional Analysis, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Systemic family Counselling using genograms, Solution Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
I am an experienced and fully qualified Couples Counsellor, Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist with a background in both Person-centred Humanistic counselling and an Advanced Diploma in Psychodynamic counselling. I am a fully qualified Relate counsellor having 1500+ hours experience. I have experience in my practice using Transactional Analysis, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Systemic family Counselling using genograms, Solution Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
01702 904804 View 01702 904804
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Jane Swan
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
South Benfleet SS7
I offer a completely free 20 minute consultation over the phone if you are considering counselling for an initial chat about you and your situation before you decide if you want to start therapy. Life can feel difficult and overwhelming at times because we are human, you can never say anything silly or stupid in counselling because if you feel it it cant be wrong, to know you have someone who will listen without judgement to you and help you become the best version of you whilst working at your pace.
I offer a completely free 20 minute consultation over the phone if you are considering counselling for an initial chat about you and your situation before you decide if you want to start therapy. Life can feel difficult and overwhelming at times because we are human, you can never say anything silly or stupid in counselling because if you feel it it cant be wrong, to know you have someone who will listen without judgement to you and help you become the best version of you whilst working at your pace.
01702 418700 View 01702 418700
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Sarah Hearn
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Benfleet SS7
I provide a safe, confidential, inspiring environment and provide unique support through your journey to well-being. I will facilitate hope, emotional support and recovery. My objective is to move you forward into experiencing a better quality of life for yourself and subsequently positively affecting people surrounding you now and in the future. To do this, I believe in working collaboratively with you, using a wide spectrum of psychotherapy not just rigidly applying one form but recognising and applying only relevant techniques unique to you. I can help restore your self-esteem and facilitate a realistic pathway to feeling better.
I provide a safe, confidential, inspiring environment and provide unique support through your journey to well-being. I will facilitate hope, emotional support and recovery. My objective is to move you forward into experiencing a better quality of life for yourself and subsequently positively affecting people surrounding you now and in the future. To do this, I believe in working collaboratively with you, using a wide spectrum of psychotherapy not just rigidly applying one form but recognising and applying only relevant techniques unique to you. I can help restore your self-esteem and facilitate a realistic pathway to feeling better.
01268 978015 View 01268 978015
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Juliet Messenger
Counsellor, COSRT Accred
Verified Verified
South Benfleet SS7
Not accepting new clients
I’m a senior accredited psychosexual and relationship therapist with COSRT. I'm an accredited member of BACP and an accredited Supervisor with COSRT. I offer therapy to couples and individuals who wish to talk about their relationships and sexual lives and to explore any difficulties within them. Some of the relationship and sexual difficulties I work with include communication issues, affairs, separation and divorce, anxiety about dating, body confidence concerns, loss of desire, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, issues with arousal, impact of sexual abuse, compulsive behaviours, substance and pornography use.
I’m a senior accredited psychosexual and relationship therapist with COSRT. I'm an accredited member of BACP and an accredited Supervisor with COSRT. I offer therapy to couples and individuals who wish to talk about their relationships and sexual lives and to explore any difficulties within them. Some of the relationship and sexual difficulties I work with include communication issues, affairs, separation and divorce, anxiety about dating, body confidence concerns, loss of desire, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, issues with arousal, impact of sexual abuse, compulsive behaviours, substance and pornography use.
020 8059 9972 View 020 8059 9972

More Therapists Nearby

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Debra Hayman
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Rayleigh SS6  (Online Only)
I specialise in women’s issues and trauma.
Life is hard for many of us and having a safe space to talk and be listened to, without fear of judgement or others opinions being foisted on us, is paramount to our health and well-being. Talking therapies are more relevant today than ever, as many of us are isolated and struggle in our relationships and lives. All types of mental health issues can be helped with psychotherapy. Medication is not the answer for many of us, it doesn’t help us to understand and change our feelings and responses to others. Please call for a free initial telephone consultation
I specialise in women’s issues and trauma.
Life is hard for many of us and having a safe space to talk and be listened to, without fear of judgement or others opinions being foisted on us, is paramount to our health and well-being. Talking therapies are more relevant today than ever, as many of us are isolated and struggle in our relationships and lives. All types of mental health issues can be helped with psychotherapy. Medication is not the answer for many of us, it doesn’t help us to understand and change our feelings and responses to others. Please call for a free initial telephone consultation
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Positive Minds Counselling Service
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Benfleet SS7
I am qualified to work on issues such as bereavement, anxiety, depression, addiction, anger and stress management and many more. If you need someone to talk to or just need someone to listen to. Please get in contact.
I am qualified to work on issues such as bereavement, anxiety, depression, addiction, anger and stress management and many more. If you need someone to talk to or just need someone to listen to. Please get in contact.
01702 683021 View 01702 683021
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Jackie Kenworthy
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rayleigh SS6
I provide a safe and comfortable environment for clients to explore their concerns whilst I work with you to identify ways to resolve these and/or develop strategies to help you cope. I am fully trained as an pluralistic counsellor using Humanistic, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Psychodynamic, these are designed to draw on different theories to best support you on your journey. I offer a free, no obligation consultation. Here you will have an opportunity to discuss how the counselling will work and decide if I am the right person for you
I provide a safe and comfortable environment for clients to explore their concerns whilst I work with you to identify ways to resolve these and/or develop strategies to help you cope. I am fully trained as an pluralistic counsellor using Humanistic, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Psychodynamic, these are designed to draw on different theories to best support you on your journey. I offer a free, no obligation consultation. Here you will have an opportunity to discuss how the counselling will work and decide if I am the right person for you
01268 206476 View 01268 206476
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Dr Michalla Gillbanks
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Rayleigh SS6
I am a qualified clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience working within NHS and private sectors. I have experience working with adults, adolescents and children experiencing a range of emotional and mental health difficulties. During your initial assessment, I take time to get to know you and your presenting issues taking into consideration past experiences, family dynamics and issues that you feel need addressing or are holding you back. We would then develop a person centered care plan to best suit your needs & goals. I am experienced in dealing with a range of mental health conditions along with more exploratory work
I am a qualified clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience working within NHS and private sectors. I have experience working with adults, adolescents and children experiencing a range of emotional and mental health difficulties. During your initial assessment, I take time to get to know you and your presenting issues taking into consideration past experiences, family dynamics and issues that you feel need addressing or are holding you back. We would then develop a person centered care plan to best suit your needs & goals. I am experienced in dealing with a range of mental health conditions along with more exploratory work
01702 908337 View 01702 908337
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Paula Carr
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Basildon SS13
I am an experienced UKCP accredited psychotherapist and counsellor working with personal issues such as behavioural difficulties, relationship problems, depression, anxiety and bereavement. I am a registered psychotherapist and counsellor with Aviva and Vitality Health so can accept referrals via your insurer.
I am an experienced UKCP accredited psychotherapist and counsellor working with personal issues such as behavioural difficulties, relationship problems, depression, anxiety and bereavement. I am a registered psychotherapist and counsellor with Aviva and Vitality Health so can accept referrals via your insurer.
01268 214454 View 01268 214454
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Jenni Griffiths
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Rayleigh SS6
Everyone experiences challenges and difficulties at various times in their life and it can be comforting to know that we don’t have to get through it on our own. Sometimes we just need someone impartial and compassionate to just listen to us confidentially and not judge us; to help us express and let go of our feelings and thoughts in a safe space. Other times we need help to make sense of past events or to manage difficult emotions. And then we need to move forwards… so having someone to support us who we already trust, can be really useful to make lasting changes.
Everyone experiences challenges and difficulties at various times in their life and it can be comforting to know that we don’t have to get through it on our own. Sometimes we just need someone impartial and compassionate to just listen to us confidentially and not judge us; to help us express and let go of our feelings and thoughts in a safe space. Other times we need help to make sense of past events or to manage difficult emotions. And then we need to move forwards… so having someone to support us who we already trust, can be really useful to make lasting changes.
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Kirsty - Echo Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Basildon SS13  (Online Only)
I specialise in narcissistic abuse in relationships and the workplace. I work with anxiety and trauma alongside the dissociation from emotions this can cause. I have worked with survivors of domestic violence and bereaved families within a hospice setting. I also work for a society with worldwide clients recovering from narcissistic abuse. Exploring variations from your personal life within therapy is hugely important as I believe that no client is the same; regardless of whether they are experiencing loss, anxiety or an abusive narcissistic relationship.
I specialise in narcissistic abuse in relationships and the workplace. I work with anxiety and trauma alongside the dissociation from emotions this can cause. I have worked with survivors of domestic violence and bereaved families within a hospice setting. I also work for a society with worldwide clients recovering from narcissistic abuse. Exploring variations from your personal life within therapy is hugely important as I believe that no client is the same; regardless of whether they are experiencing loss, anxiety or an abusive narcissistic relationship.
01277 289640 View 01277 289640
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Laura Buckingham
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Rayleigh SS6
Welcome, My name is Laura, I am a fully qualified Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor offering both long and short-term therapy. We are all presented with many different challenges in all aspects of our daily lives, including work, health, relationships and with our own well-being. Reaching out for help can often feel overwhelming, however, the rewards in taking that difficult first step can be life-changing. I have experience and successfully worked with those suffering with depression, anxiety, loneliness, loss & grief domestic abuse, suicidal thoughts and chronic illness amongst various other issues.
Welcome, My name is Laura, I am a fully qualified Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor offering both long and short-term therapy. We are all presented with many different challenges in all aspects of our daily lives, including work, health, relationships and with our own well-being. Reaching out for help can often feel overwhelming, however, the rewards in taking that difficult first step can be life-changing. I have experience and successfully worked with those suffering with depression, anxiety, loneliness, loss & grief domestic abuse, suicidal thoughts and chronic illness amongst various other issues.
01268 437439 View 01268 437439
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Sian Elizabeth Hines
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Benfleet SS7
I can help you to reach the potential that you want and deserve to reach by helping you to understand your past, present and future. To help you to work through relationship problems, self esteem issues or letting go of the past. To enable you to see past blocks and obstacles so that you can control, minimise and eliminate any anxieties. To work with the negative emotions that you feel so that you can identify quickly what your emotions are telling you and then challenge them so that they do not control you. To magnify the positives and build on them for complete self confidence.
I can help you to reach the potential that you want and deserve to reach by helping you to understand your past, present and future. To help you to work through relationship problems, self esteem issues or letting go of the past. To enable you to see past blocks and obstacles so that you can control, minimise and eliminate any anxieties. To work with the negative emotions that you feel so that you can identify quickly what your emotions are telling you and then challenge them so that they do not control you. To magnify the positives and build on them for complete self confidence.
01702 967425 View 01702 967425
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Lorraine Anne Bygrave
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Benfleet SS7
If you are struggling right now, I can help. I am experienced in helping clients who are battling with anxiety and depression. I specialise in trauma and PTSD using innovative approaches tailored to each individuals needs. I am adoption trained so am able to help both parents and children who are finding things a little difficult right now.
If you are struggling right now, I can help. I am experienced in helping clients who are battling with anxiety and depression. I specialise in trauma and PTSD using innovative approaches tailored to each individuals needs. I am adoption trained so am able to help both parents and children who are finding things a little difficult right now.
07723 458132 View 07723 458132
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Sally Willsher
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Benfleet SS7
Over the years most of the client issues I have encountered encompass loss and control in some way, shape or form. Many clients feel out of control, and helpless or in complete despair, and would like to be able to clear a pathway for themselves to work out a more manageable way of living with less anxiety. Clients want to be listened to, and for some that is a rare luxury as friends and family often have their own agenda. Regular reviews to reflect where a client is, in relation to their therapy journey are part of the therapeutic process and help to build trust and structure.
Over the years most of the client issues I have encountered encompass loss and control in some way, shape or form. Many clients feel out of control, and helpless or in complete despair, and would like to be able to clear a pathway for themselves to work out a more manageable way of living with less anxiety. Clients want to be listened to, and for some that is a rare luxury as friends and family often have their own agenda. Regular reviews to reflect where a client is, in relation to their therapy journey are part of the therapeutic process and help to build trust and structure.
01702 904111 View 01702 904111
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Yvette White
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Leigh-on-Sea SS9
5 Star Google reviews and 5000+ hours... Solution Focused Couples programme £595. Anxiety, Depression and Stress Management  specialist. Marriage /Couples counsellor..  Are you struggling with Anxiety, Abuse, Bereavement, or relationship issues, then I can help! I also deal with Low self-esteem, Death Anxiety, Abuse, ADHD, Divorce, Depression, Career path, Cancer support, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Pain management, Panic Disorder, PTSD, Rape crisis, Relationship issues, Self harm, Trauma and Low self esteem.  I also work as a solution focused Marriage/Couples Counsellor.
5 Star Google reviews and 5000+ hours... Solution Focused Couples programme £595. Anxiety, Depression and Stress Management  specialist. Marriage /Couples counsellor..  Are you struggling with Anxiety, Abuse, Bereavement, or relationship issues, then I can help! I also deal with Low self-esteem, Death Anxiety, Abuse, ADHD, Divorce, Depression, Career path, Cancer support, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Pain management, Panic Disorder, PTSD, Rape crisis, Relationship issues, Self harm, Trauma and Low self esteem.  I also work as a solution focused Marriage/Couples Counsellor.
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Photo of Caroline Philippa Burkett, MA, HCPC-Art Therap., Psychotherapist
Caroline Philippa Burkett
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Rayleigh SS6
Hello, I am the founder of Sparkle Again Therapy and I specialise in working with women over 40, who aren’t happy with their life right now. Is that you? Maybe you’re feeling down or depressed? And you’re not really sure why, but you know something’s wrong? Perhaps your feeling sad, confused, and you don’t know what to do to start feeling better again, well I can help you. I’m an expert in talking to you, about what’s not working right now in your life, and together we can make changes to get you to where you want to be. I will listen carefully and will be compassionate and kind. I will help you re-discover the true you.
Hello, I am the founder of Sparkle Again Therapy and I specialise in working with women over 40, who aren’t happy with their life right now. Is that you? Maybe you’re feeling down or depressed? And you’re not really sure why, but you know something’s wrong? Perhaps your feeling sad, confused, and you don’t know what to do to start feeling better again, well I can help you. I’m an expert in talking to you, about what’s not working right now in your life, and together we can make changes to get you to where you want to be. I will listen carefully and will be compassionate and kind. I will help you re-discover the true you.
01702 418666 View 01702 418666
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Tracey Carlisle Therapies
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Benfleet SS7
Life can be complicated and challenging leaving us unsure how to deal with it or what to do for the best. I can offer you a safe, non-judgmental and confidential environment to explore and support your thoughts and feelings to enable you to move forward. We will work together to build new positive thought patterns replacing old habits with new solution focused outcomes
Life can be complicated and challenging leaving us unsure how to deal with it or what to do for the best. I can offer you a safe, non-judgmental and confidential environment to explore and support your thoughts and feelings to enable you to move forward. We will work together to build new positive thought patterns replacing old habits with new solution focused outcomes
01268 269971 View 01268 269971
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Nursac Durmus
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Rayleigh SS6
I am an experienced Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist & EMDR Therapist with experience in both NHS and private practice. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) explores the link between what you do, what you think and how you feel. Unfortunately, life presents us with difficulties and usually we are able to cope well on our own with these situations. There are occasions, when for whatever reason, we need help from someone else, which is usually a friend,colleague or family member. Sometimes, however, you might find you have no one to turn to or talking to a friend or loved one seems too difficult, painful or just too complicated.
I am an experienced Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist & EMDR Therapist with experience in both NHS and private practice. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) explores the link between what you do, what you think and how you feel. Unfortunately, life presents us with difficulties and usually we are able to cope well on our own with these situations. There are occasions, when for whatever reason, we need help from someone else, which is usually a friend,colleague or family member. Sometimes, however, you might find you have no one to turn to or talking to a friend or loved one seems too difficult, painful or just too complicated.
01702 416230 View 01702 416230
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Molly Gordon
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Benfleet SS7  (Online Only)
My names Molly, I am a therapist with experience in a wide range of issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, motivation, confidence, relationship issues and everyday struggles. I currently offer online sessions only.
My names Molly, I am a therapist with experience in a wide range of issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, motivation, confidence, relationship issues and everyday struggles. I currently offer online sessions only.
01702 418185 View 01702 418185
Female Counsellors

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.