Counselling in Stratford-upon-Avon
The best gift I can offer you is a willingness to listen deeply and pay careful attention to your concerns. Counselling can sometimes feel like trying to unravel a tangled ball of wool: you’re not sure where the end is, and have no clue how to begin. Often you don’t know how you got here, or where you’re going. But you just feel something needs to change. I will sit with you in the chaos and uncertainty believing that, whilst I may be an expert in some things, you are the expert in You. I will endeavour to see the world as you see it – through your eyes - so that together we can start to make sense of the things that trouble you.
The best gift I can offer you is a willingness to listen deeply and pay careful attention to your concerns. Counselling can sometimes feel like trying to unravel a tangled ball of wool: you’re not sure where the end is, and have no clue how to begin. Often you don’t know how you got here, or where you’re going. But you just feel something needs to change. I will sit with you in the chaos and uncertainty believing that, whilst I may be an expert in some things, you are the expert in You. I will endeavour to see the world as you see it – through your eyes - so that together we can start to make sense of the things that trouble you.
Margaret Harper
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Stratford-upon-Avon CV37
Waitlist for new clients
Are you looking for someone who listens with empathy but who will also intervene with strategies and tools during sessions? For tasks and experiments to carry out between sessions? I am that therapist! My approach is interactive and practical. My clients are seeking change, whatever their issues. They are adults, teenagers and couples. Whoever you are I will work hard to help you on your transformational journey, using a range of approaches, tailored to you particular issues.
Are you looking for someone who listens with empathy but who will also intervene with strategies and tools during sessions? For tasks and experiments to carry out between sessions? I am that therapist! My approach is interactive and practical. My clients are seeking change, whatever their issues. They are adults, teenagers and couples. Whoever you are I will work hard to help you on your transformational journey, using a range of approaches, tailored to you particular issues.
There are many reasons why you may wish to speak with a counsellor but a desire for some ‘change’ is usually present within our clients. There may be something about you which is being carried from past experiences, feelings about yourself such as low self-worth, or anxiety brought on by relationships with others or circumstances surrounding you which seem to be prevailing an assault on you. You may be suffering from depression or, fears which are seemingly taking control of you. I am trained in Trauma Therapy. Addictions or obsessions are also common reasons for our working with clients.
There are many reasons why you may wish to speak with a counsellor but a desire for some ‘change’ is usually present within our clients. There may be something about you which is being carried from past experiences, feelings about yourself such as low self-worth, or anxiety brought on by relationships with others or circumstances surrounding you which seem to be prevailing an assault on you. You may be suffering from depression or, fears which are seemingly taking control of you. I am trained in Trauma Therapy. Addictions or obsessions are also common reasons for our working with clients.
I'm Ange, a warm and compassionate Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with experience in treating children, young people and adults with various types of anxiety and depression. Utilising evidence-based strategies, my approach is tailored to suit your personal requirements and is holistic, facilitating your unique journey towards psychological well-being. I have been working with children and adults experiencing mental health difficulties since 2007 and currently work for the NHS as a therapist. My aim is to offer a space that is non-judgmental, collaborative and supportive.
I'm Ange, a warm and compassionate Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with experience in treating children, young people and adults with various types of anxiety and depression. Utilising evidence-based strategies, my approach is tailored to suit your personal requirements and is holistic, facilitating your unique journey towards psychological well-being. I have been working with children and adults experiencing mental health difficulties since 2007 and currently work for the NHS as a therapist. My aim is to offer a space that is non-judgmental, collaborative and supportive.
Swan Counselling Services - Tracey Cooper
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Stratford-upon-Avon CV37
It can seem like the hardest thing to do to access counselling, but it can be life changing if you take that first step. You may not be entirely clear on what you want but just have a feeling that things don't feel right and you have decided that you want to understand what, why and how to refocus and live the life you feel is best for you. Or perhaps you are very aware of a struggle with difficulties, which may already be formally diagnosed by another professional, and you want to regain some control instead of feeling that these issues take over. I can support people in achieving their goals wherever they are in their journey.
It can seem like the hardest thing to do to access counselling, but it can be life changing if you take that first step. You may not be entirely clear on what you want but just have a feeling that things don't feel right and you have decided that you want to understand what, why and how to refocus and live the life you feel is best for you. Or perhaps you are very aware of a struggle with difficulties, which may already be formally diagnosed by another professional, and you want to regain some control instead of feeling that these issues take over. I can support people in achieving their goals wherever they are in their journey.
Hilary Dixon of Positive New You Limited
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Stratford-upon-Avon CV37
I’m an accredited psychotherapist (BACP) with 17 years of experience & a clinical supervisor. I am passionate about supporting others with their mental health as well as assisting other therapists with their growth. It’s important to know you are in safe hands and your therapist is competent, capable, trustworthy and able to support you for the short/long term.
I’m an accredited psychotherapist (BACP) with 17 years of experience & a clinical supervisor. I am passionate about supporting others with their mental health as well as assisting other therapists with their growth. It’s important to know you are in safe hands and your therapist is competent, capable, trustworthy and able to support you for the short/long term.
Hi, my name is Rimpy Sandhu. I have been working as a volunteer as well as in my private practice as a counsellor and psychotherapist for 10 years . I know it can be very scary and difficult to talk about your issues, revisit those painful memories. Sometimes it’s hard to recognise and express your own feelings. I offer a professional, supportive, confidential, nonjudgmental and ethical therapy in order to help with your presenting issues. Counselling helps you to understand yourself and to find coping strategies to deal with the day to day difficulties you might be facing.
Hi, my name is Rimpy Sandhu. I have been working as a volunteer as well as in my private practice as a counsellor and psychotherapist for 10 years . I know it can be very scary and difficult to talk about your issues, revisit those painful memories. Sometimes it’s hard to recognise and express your own feelings. I offer a professional, supportive, confidential, nonjudgmental and ethical therapy in order to help with your presenting issues. Counselling helps you to understand yourself and to find coping strategies to deal with the day to day difficulties you might be facing.
Hello my name is Sonya, I am a CBT therapist (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy). Sometimes in life we all get to a point where we just need to reach out. I can offer you time to listen effectively in a comfortable, safe, and confidential environment. Working with CBT enables you to talk about your feelings and emotions in situations as they may affect our behaviours and by recognising this we can adapt some change. Being able to express your feelings or presenting issue may be difficult especially to loved ones, family and friends. Reach Out will empower you to contribute to your well-being, sense of belonging, and self worth in Therapy.
Hello my name is Sonya, I am a CBT therapist (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy). Sometimes in life we all get to a point where we just need to reach out. I can offer you time to listen effectively in a comfortable, safe, and confidential environment. Working with CBT enables you to talk about your feelings and emotions in situations as they may affect our behaviours and by recognising this we can adapt some change. Being able to express your feelings or presenting issue may be difficult especially to loved ones, family and friends. Reach Out will empower you to contribute to your well-being, sense of belonging, and self worth in Therapy.
Dr Greg Smith
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Stratford-upon-Avon CV37
Not accepting new clients
As a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience working within healthcare, I work with people across the life span and with a range of difficulties. I am passionate about supporting people to navigate their world and challenges within this, including potential implications on their wellbeing. I believe it is important to support people to better connect to their emotional experiences, discovering together what works best for this.
As a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience working within healthcare, I work with people across the life span and with a range of difficulties. I am passionate about supporting people to navigate their world and challenges within this, including potential implications on their wellbeing. I believe it is important to support people to better connect to their emotional experiences, discovering together what works best for this.
Do you feel that past events and other people have a negative impact on your emotions? Are they holding you back? Have you tried to change, but find you can’t on your own? Has a health care professional given you a diagnosis, or have you tried to diagnose yourself? Has all this left you asking questions? I’ve answered ‘yes’ to all these questions myself. Therefore, I know there is always hope. If you want to make changes in your life, I can help you – and show you. I am a fully qualified, insured and DBS checked Psychotherapist, EMDR Practitioner and Clinical Supervisor.
Do you feel that past events and other people have a negative impact on your emotions? Are they holding you back? Have you tried to change, but find you can’t on your own? Has a health care professional given you a diagnosis, or have you tried to diagnose yourself? Has all this left you asking questions? I’ve answered ‘yes’ to all these questions myself. Therefore, I know there is always hope. If you want to make changes in your life, I can help you – and show you. I am a fully qualified, insured and DBS checked Psychotherapist, EMDR Practitioner and Clinical Supervisor.
I understand that considering to approach someone to discuss private and intimate matters is not easy, but this can be life changing. Experiencing emotional difficulties that affect your moods and behaviour are more common than you think. This can significantly impact a wide range of aspects in your day-to-day life and relationships. Therapy is often an effective way to reach a better understanding of yourself and the causes of your emotional discomfort. It may also help you to find the best way forward to overcome challenges and move on to experience meaningful life improvements simultaneously alleviating pressures and stress.
I understand that considering to approach someone to discuss private and intimate matters is not easy, but this can be life changing. Experiencing emotional difficulties that affect your moods and behaviour are more common than you think. This can significantly impact a wide range of aspects in your day-to-day life and relationships. Therapy is often an effective way to reach a better understanding of yourself and the causes of your emotional discomfort. It may also help you to find the best way forward to overcome challenges and move on to experience meaningful life improvements simultaneously alleviating pressures and stress.
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I specialise in working with children & their families, particularly young children. Parents contact me because they are concerned about their child's behaviour or development, sometimes they can see that their child is worried, cross or seems sad. Often parents have questions about how best to respond to their child in different situations, or want to learn more about different parenting approaches. Parents also worry about relationships within the family; whether they feel as close to their child as they thought they would, or whether difficult times have put a strain on relationships. These are all good reasons to get in touch.
I specialise in working with children & their families, particularly young children. Parents contact me because they are concerned about their child's behaviour or development, sometimes they can see that their child is worried, cross or seems sad. Often parents have questions about how best to respond to their child in different situations, or want to learn more about different parenting approaches. Parents also worry about relationships within the family; whether they feel as close to their child as they thought they would, or whether difficult times have put a strain on relationships. These are all good reasons to get in touch.
Hello and welcome. Sometimes life just doesn't go the way we would like it to go, with the everyday struggles that can sometimes just feel too much. At times the challenges of life can make us feel out of control, leaving us feeling lost, anxious, scared, depressed or even angry. At Footsteps counselling, I offer a safe and confidential space that will allow you to work through your struggles and explore your thoughts and feelings in a calm, confidential and supportive setting. I can help you to gain insight and understanding on what it is that may be making you feel the way you do, and help you through those difficult times.
Hello and welcome. Sometimes life just doesn't go the way we would like it to go, with the everyday struggles that can sometimes just feel too much. At times the challenges of life can make us feel out of control, leaving us feeling lost, anxious, scared, depressed or even angry. At Footsteps counselling, I offer a safe and confidential space that will allow you to work through your struggles and explore your thoughts and feelings in a calm, confidential and supportive setting. I can help you to gain insight and understanding on what it is that may be making you feel the way you do, and help you through those difficult times.
I am a specialist Children & Young Person (CYP) counsellor, as well as working with adults. I have extensive experience in supporting Children's Mental health. Including placement work with Place2Be, The Children's Society, a support worker in an Eating Disorder Hospital, working on helplines and various childcare settings, including working as a Designated Safeguarding Lead. I currently work with a local charity in Gloucestershire called TIC+ as a peripatetic CYP Counsellor.
I am a specialist Children & Young Person (CYP) counsellor, as well as working with adults. I have extensive experience in supporting Children's Mental health. Including placement work with Place2Be, The Children's Society, a support worker in an Eating Disorder Hospital, working on helplines and various childcare settings, including working as a Designated Safeguarding Lead. I currently work with a local charity in Gloucestershire called TIC+ as a peripatetic CYP Counsellor.
Kathleen McDermid
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 (Online Only)
I am Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, fully accredited with the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapists (BABCP). I am trained in delivering Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) including with Long-Term Health Conditions, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). I am experienced in treating Low Self-Esteem, Depression, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Worry, Panic Attacks, Social Anxiety, OCD, Health Anxiety, Phobias, PTSD, and complex/childhood trauma. I have been working within the mental health sector for over 15 years and have a wealth of experience to offer.
I am Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, fully accredited with the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapists (BABCP). I am trained in delivering Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) including with Long-Term Health Conditions, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). I am experienced in treating Low Self-Esteem, Depression, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Worry, Panic Attacks, Social Anxiety, OCD, Health Anxiety, Phobias, PTSD, and complex/childhood trauma. I have been working within the mental health sector for over 15 years and have a wealth of experience to offer.
I am a very experienced therapist and Depth Psychologist having worked within the NHS and Private Practice for 30 years. I am a Senior Jungian Analyst, a Training Analyst, an Examiner and Supervisor. I specialise in working with people experiencing relationship difficulties, those suffering from depression, anxiety, low self esteem and intrusive thoughts. An emotional crisis is a call for personal growth, for insight and to a new path through life. The belief that symptoms have meaning leads to a more positive approach and outcome, so that suffering is not in vain but the prelude to a more meaningful life.
I am a very experienced therapist and Depth Psychologist having worked within the NHS and Private Practice for 30 years. I am a Senior Jungian Analyst, a Training Analyst, an Examiner and Supervisor. I specialise in working with people experiencing relationship difficulties, those suffering from depression, anxiety, low self esteem and intrusive thoughts. An emotional crisis is a call for personal growth, for insight and to a new path through life. The belief that symptoms have meaning leads to a more positive approach and outcome, so that suffering is not in vain but the prelude to a more meaningful life.
Do you feel overwhelmed by the many things you could be doing, leaving you anxious and stressed when you can’t do them all? Maybe procrastination and perfectionism make it hard to get things done, adding to your stress. Is it challenging to maintain a routine and stay consistent, leading to frustration and feeling worse? Does life feel all-or-nothing, and you’re struggling to find balance? Maybe you bottle up your feelings, worrying about being a burden to others? Are you looking for balance, routine, and relief from anxiety to lead a more fulfilling lifestyle?
Do you feel overwhelmed by the many things you could be doing, leaving you anxious and stressed when you can’t do them all? Maybe procrastination and perfectionism make it hard to get things done, adding to your stress. Is it challenging to maintain a routine and stay consistent, leading to frustration and feeling worse? Does life feel all-or-nothing, and you’re struggling to find balance? Maybe you bottle up your feelings, worrying about being a burden to others? Are you looking for balance, routine, and relief from anxiety to lead a more fulfilling lifestyle?
Gemma Jones
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Stratford-upon-Avon CV37
Hi, my name is Gemma and I’m a Clinical Psychologist with 20 years experience in the NHS and independent practise. I specialise in supporting people who are experiencing psychological difficulties due to a physical health problem, perhaps from illness, injury, a medical problem or a long -term condition. I have particular interest and expertise in pain management, oncology, palliative care and women's health (e.g. peri-menopause, fertility).
Hi, my name is Gemma and I’m a Clinical Psychologist with 20 years experience in the NHS and independent practise. I specialise in supporting people who are experiencing psychological difficulties due to a physical health problem, perhaps from illness, injury, a medical problem or a long -term condition. I have particular interest and expertise in pain management, oncology, palliative care and women's health (e.g. peri-menopause, fertility).
Siobhan Shilton
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Stratford-upon-Avon CV37
Not accepting new clients
I am a certified Counselling Professional and registered member of the BACP. I specialise in helping all people aged 5 and over identify the issues that are causing them distress, anxiety, and stress. I take great pride in the progress and success of my clients and look forward to helping you.
I am a certified Counselling Professional and registered member of the BACP. I specialise in helping all people aged 5 and over identify the issues that are causing them distress, anxiety, and stress. I take great pride in the progress and success of my clients and look forward to helping you.
Hello, I'm Ann and I understand the huge impact that struggles with depression, anxiety, panic, low self-esteem, stress and relationship difficulties can have on our lives. Counselling can be an important first step in helping you deal with the challenges that life throws at you. At Counselling.Space you will have a safe and confidential environment to explore these challenges and develop a better understanding of yourself as well as the beliefs that drive your moods and behaviour.
Hello, I'm Ann and I understand the huge impact that struggles with depression, anxiety, panic, low self-esteem, stress and relationship difficulties can have on our lives. Counselling can be an important first step in helping you deal with the challenges that life throws at you. At Counselling.Space you will have a safe and confidential environment to explore these challenges and develop a better understanding of yourself as well as the beliefs that drive your moods and behaviour.
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Number of Counsellors in Stratford-upon-Avon
60+
Average cost per session
£60
Counsellors in Stratford-upon-Avon who prioritize treating:
| 89% | Anxiety |
| 89% | Self Esteem |
| 86% | Depression |
| 76% | Relationship Issues |
| 73% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 73% | Stress |
| 67% | Bereavement |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 68% | Aviva |
| 59% | AXA PPP |
| 59% | Bupa |
How Counsellors in Stratford-upon-Avon see their clients
| 93% | In Person and Online | |
| 7% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 85% | Female | |
| 14% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |