LGBTQ+ Affirming Counsellors in Taunton, ENG

Photo of Claire Jones - Claire Jones Counselling & Psychotherapy, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Claire Jones Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
When one of life’s problems becomes overwhelming, you may be feeling anxious or distraught, it can make a real difference prioritising your needs and talking to a counsellor who can listen to you with compassion and without judgement. Life can feel challenging at times, stressful and full of uncertainty; are you struggling to cope with work or family life? Has life set you back? Or are you looking for some peace and calm in your life? Whatever you are struggling with or want to focus on, then I am here to help you.
When one of life’s problems becomes overwhelming, you may be feeling anxious or distraught, it can make a real difference prioritising your needs and talking to a counsellor who can listen to you with compassion and without judgement. Life can feel challenging at times, stressful and full of uncertainty; are you struggling to cope with work or family life? Has life set you back? Or are you looking for some peace and calm in your life? Whatever you are struggling with or want to focus on, then I am here to help you.
01392 719735 View 01392 719735
Photo of Jacob M Arthur Ventour-Page - Jacob Page, BACP, Counsellor
Jacob Page
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Taunton TA1
Hi, my name is Jacob. Are struggling with anxiety, relationships, or trauma? Maybe you are seeking relief from depression or desire personal growth. You want things to change, to feel better. Overwhelmed by work pressures, family dynamics, or unresolved past experiences, your goal is to find a safe, supportive space to explore these issues, develop coping strategies, and achieve a sense of balance and well-being. You may want more than just traditional talk therapy and are looking for a counsellor who brings all of themselves into the process, offering diverse and engaging methods.
Hi, my name is Jacob. Are struggling with anxiety, relationships, or trauma? Maybe you are seeking relief from depression or desire personal growth. You want things to change, to feel better. Overwhelmed by work pressures, family dynamics, or unresolved past experiences, your goal is to find a safe, supportive space to explore these issues, develop coping strategies, and achieve a sense of balance and well-being. You may want more than just traditional talk therapy and are looking for a counsellor who brings all of themselves into the process, offering diverse and engaging methods.
01934 317763 View 01934 317763
Photo of Dr Lynda Foulder- Hughes, PhD
Dr Lynda Foulder- Hughes
PhD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Taunton TA1
Waitlist for new clients
Hello there! My name is Dr Lynda Foulder-Hughes. I am an experienced Psychotherapist, and accredited member of UKAHPP. My initial training was as an Occupational, Therapist (state HCPC registered between 1991-2019). I have over 33 years of successful practice experience in hospitals, clinics, social care, voluntary organisations, education settings and television. I am trained in a range of approaches including: CBT, EMDR, Flash EMDR Technique, Rewind, Humanistic Counselling, DBT, ACT, SFT, CFT, MI, Mindfulness and Meditation. My approach to treatment is holistic, evidence-based and integrative, depending upon your needs.
Hello there! My name is Dr Lynda Foulder-Hughes. I am an experienced Psychotherapist, and accredited member of UKAHPP. My initial training was as an Occupational, Therapist (state HCPC registered between 1991-2019). I have over 33 years of successful practice experience in hospitals, clinics, social care, voluntary organisations, education settings and television. I am trained in a range of approaches including: CBT, EMDR, Flash EMDR Technique, Rewind, Humanistic Counselling, DBT, ACT, SFT, CFT, MI, Mindfulness and Meditation. My approach to treatment is holistic, evidence-based and integrative, depending upon your needs.
07380 327510 View 07380 327510
Photo of Clare Wilkins - Oak Tree Therapy Ltd, MBACP, Counsellor
Oak Tree Therapy Ltd
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
Hello and welcome to my Profile. You may be wondering is counselling for me? It may have been suggested to you that you need to get some counselling but you're unsure what it is and if it will work for me?! To begin with i always say to my clients 'for counselling to work you need to find the right counsellor for you. It's like finding your favourite chocolate bar, you may have to try a few before you find the one you like!' Are you someone who is feeling they are struggling with day to day living but not sure why, is it hard to talk about, are you confused or are you embarrassed or ashamed to talk about it even to loved ones.
Hello and welcome to my Profile. You may be wondering is counselling for me? It may have been suggested to you that you need to get some counselling but you're unsure what it is and if it will work for me?! To begin with i always say to my clients 'for counselling to work you need to find the right counsellor for you. It's like finding your favourite chocolate bar, you may have to try a few before you find the one you like!' Are you someone who is feeling they are struggling with day to day living but not sure why, is it hard to talk about, are you confused or are you embarrassed or ashamed to talk about it even to loved ones.
01934 314141 View 01934 314141
Photo of Caroline de Francesca, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Caroline de Francesca
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
Navigating life can be hard especially in today's world of conflict and unrest alongside individual issues and struggles. This may leave you feeling you are living your life not as you want but as you think you "should" or that you have few, if any, real choices. Perhaps you feel missed, unseen, unfulfilled or disatisfied? You hide your true feelings or say things you don't mean ? You may have specific issues, unfinished business, things that keep showing up in your life that are not helful and leave you feeling stuck. You may bring a diagnosis or label you want to explore, question, expand, embrace, celebrate or discard...
Navigating life can be hard especially in today's world of conflict and unrest alongside individual issues and struggles. This may leave you feeling you are living your life not as you want but as you think you "should" or that you have few, if any, real choices. Perhaps you feel missed, unseen, unfulfilled or disatisfied? You hide your true feelings or say things you don't mean ? You may have specific issues, unfinished business, things that keep showing up in your life that are not helful and leave you feeling stuck. You may bring a diagnosis or label you want to explore, question, expand, embrace, celebrate or discard...
01278 554248 View 01278 554248
Photo of Lue Glover Wilson, DCounsPsych, SNCPS Acc., Psychotherapist
Lue Glover Wilson
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, SNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
Counselling can seem a challenge if you have never sought this kind of help before, but my aim at the outset is to provide the beginnings of a therapeutic relationship which can open the door to an exploration of experience of the past, as well as the present. The aim of therapy can be specific, or obscure, but together we will work towards an achievable goal. I work intuitively, but with firm boundaries which keep us both safe within a very special relationship. Therapy can be long term, or short term, but it is the client who decides what number of sessions is going to be most beneficial.
Counselling can seem a challenge if you have never sought this kind of help before, but my aim at the outset is to provide the beginnings of a therapeutic relationship which can open the door to an exploration of experience of the past, as well as the present. The aim of therapy can be specific, or obscure, but together we will work towards an achievable goal. I work intuitively, but with firm boundaries which keep us both safe within a very special relationship. Therapy can be long term, or short term, but it is the client who decides what number of sessions is going to be most beneficial.
01884 214067 View 01884 214067
Photo of Ruth Hubbard, SNCPS Acc., Counsellor
Ruth Hubbard
Counsellor, SNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
Are you struggling? Attempting to gain a better understanding of yourself and find ways to better cope with life's ups and downs? I can help you find a path forward by making sense of, and learning from our past, engaging with the present & creating future hope. We can explore things that may be causing you distress or confusion from that odd sense that things aren't quite right and feeling unfulfilled to specific issues which are affecting your daily life e.g. chronic pain and illness, anxiety, trauma, bereavement, abuse, self defeating and / self destructive behaviours.
Are you struggling? Attempting to gain a better understanding of yourself and find ways to better cope with life's ups and downs? I can help you find a path forward by making sense of, and learning from our past, engaging with the present & creating future hope. We can explore things that may be causing you distress or confusion from that odd sense that things aren't quite right and feeling unfulfilled to specific issues which are affecting your daily life e.g. chronic pain and illness, anxiety, trauma, bereavement, abuse, self defeating and / self destructive behaviours.
01458 552337 View 01458 552337
Photo of Jess Harrison, MBACP, Counsellor
Jess Harrison
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Taunton TA2
As well as online video apps, I work face to face with adults, young people (11+) and couples. Sometimes friends or family are unable to support you so an impartial professional can really help. Powerlessness, change, loneliness, grief and anxiety are just a few of the overwhelming feelings many are experiencing. There is no need to be alone in this. Call for a chat to see if, together, we can find a way forward.
As well as online video apps, I work face to face with adults, young people (11+) and couples. Sometimes friends or family are unable to support you so an impartial professional can really help. Powerlessness, change, loneliness, grief and anxiety are just a few of the overwhelming feelings many are experiencing. There is no need to be alone in this. Call for a chat to see if, together, we can find a way forward.
01392 549041 View 01392 549041
Photo of Claire Perrott, MBACP, Counsellor
Claire Perrott
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you living your life how you want to? Do you need some help navigating life? Get in contact for a free 15 minute initial consultation to find out how I can help you. I offer individual counselling online, in person at various locations and undertake home visits and work outside through walking therapy. I am available to work with adults and teenagers.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you living your life how you want to? Do you need some help navigating life? Get in contact for a free 15 minute initial consultation to find out how I can help you. I offer individual counselling online, in person at various locations and undertake home visits and work outside through walking therapy. I am available to work with adults and teenagers.
01392 321123 View 01392 321123
Photo of Becky Eaton - Becky Eaton Counselling and Psychotherapy, MA, MBACP Accred, Counsellor
Becky Eaton Counselling and Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1  (Online Only)
Welcome. What has brought you here today? Are you struggling to manage a specific situation in your life? Or perhaps you have a sense of your life not being quite as you would like. Whatever situation you are in I am here to provide support and encouragement to you, we will work together to identify and make changes to create balance and harmony in your life. I am an integrative practitioner, which in a nutshell means that my practice is influenced by a variety of therapeutic approaches, it is my belief that in working this way I can create a tailor made approach for each individual.
Welcome. What has brought you here today? Are you struggling to manage a specific situation in your life? Or perhaps you have a sense of your life not being quite as you would like. Whatever situation you are in I am here to provide support and encouragement to you, we will work together to identify and make changes to create balance and harmony in your life. I am an integrative practitioner, which in a nutshell means that my practice is influenced by a variety of therapeutic approaches, it is my belief that in working this way I can create a tailor made approach for each individual.
0117 463 1019 View 0117 463 1019
Photo of Marion Preston At Unique To You Counselling Services, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc., Counsellor
Marion Preston At Unique To You Counselling Services
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Taunton TA24  (Online Only)
Hello, if you are struggling with your mental health, I want to help YOU with whatever is bothering you. I would like to work with you as your ‘wing woman’, helping you to 'unravel' your thoughts and feelings. I can help you achieve an understanding of what is going on for you whether at the present moment or, due to trauma or situations from the past. To me how we relate to each other and work together is paramount. I want you to feel safe and able to share your story with me. I work instinctively with assessing your needs. I am very much a “what you see is what you get” counsellor and human being!
Hello, if you are struggling with your mental health, I want to help YOU with whatever is bothering you. I would like to work with you as your ‘wing woman’, helping you to 'unravel' your thoughts and feelings. I can help you achieve an understanding of what is going on for you whether at the present moment or, due to trauma or situations from the past. To me how we relate to each other and work together is paramount. I want you to feel safe and able to share your story with me. I work instinctively with assessing your needs. I am very much a “what you see is what you get” counsellor and human being!
01206 879925 View 01206 879925
Photo of Joanne King Art Therapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap., Psychotherapist
Joanne King Art Therapist
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
What is art therapy? Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses art media as its primary mode of expression and communication. Within this context, art is not used as diagnostic tool but as a medium to address emotional issues which may be confusing and distressing. Art therapists work with children, young people, adults and the elderly. Clients may have a wide range of difficulties, disabilities or diagnoses. These include emotional, behavioural or mental health problems, learning or physical disabilities, life-limiting conditions, neurological conditions and physical illnesses. Art therapy is provided in groups or individual
What is art therapy? Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses art media as its primary mode of expression and communication. Within this context, art is not used as diagnostic tool but as a medium to address emotional issues which may be confusing and distressing. Art therapists work with children, young people, adults and the elderly. Clients may have a wide range of difficulties, disabilities or diagnoses. These include emotional, behavioural or mental health problems, learning or physical disabilities, life-limiting conditions, neurological conditions and physical illnesses. Art therapy is provided in groups or individual
01275 402827 View 01275 402827
Photo of Tanya Hayward - TH Counselling Service, MBACP, Counsellor
TH Counselling Service
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Taunton TA1
Hello, my name is Tanya. I strongly believe that within each person lies the capacity for personal growth and self-fulfilment. Life challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming, but experience has shown me that it is possible to overcome problems and grow in a positive direction with the right help and support. I have worked with people experiencing a number of difficulties, including depression, grief & loss, stress, low mood, anxiety, relationship problems, difficult life changes and transitions, childhood abuse, domestic abuse, low self-esteem, low confidence and much more.
Hello, my name is Tanya. I strongly believe that within each person lies the capacity for personal growth and self-fulfilment. Life challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming, but experience has shown me that it is possible to overcome problems and grow in a positive direction with the right help and support. I have worked with people experiencing a number of difficulties, including depression, grief & loss, stress, low mood, anxiety, relationship problems, difficult life changes and transitions, childhood abuse, domestic abuse, low self-esteem, low confidence and much more.
01747 445548 View 01747 445548
Photo of Lizzy Oakley - Blue Amber Counselling, MBACP Accred, Psychotherapist
Blue Amber Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
Hello my name is Lizzy and I work from my own private practice in Brent Knoll Somerset. I offer a kind, caring and confidential counselling service, working with individuals, children & adolescents, couples and the elderly. I offer my counselling sessions as either open-ended or for an agreed time period. I usually work from my therapy room in Brent Knoll but can work within the community and offer home visits to housebound or disabled clients. I take referrals from outside agencies and employers.
Hello my name is Lizzy and I work from my own private practice in Brent Knoll Somerset. I offer a kind, caring and confidential counselling service, working with individuals, children & adolescents, couples and the elderly. I offer my counselling sessions as either open-ended or for an agreed time period. I usually work from my therapy room in Brent Knoll but can work within the community and offer home visits to housebound or disabled clients. I take referrals from outside agencies and employers.
01278 760680 View 01278 760680
Photo of Maria Michalakopoulou - Dragonfly Counselling Cornwall, MSc, MNCPS Acc., Counsellor
Dragonfly Counselling Cornwall
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Taunton TA20
I am passionately committed to finding out what feels safe for each client, in order to offer a safe, therapeutic space, with empathy, warmth and unconditional positive regard. I work in a holistic way, bringing awareness to mind, body, emotions & soul (aka "true self", “authentic self”). I deeply believe that authentic, human relationships are a powerful tool towards positive change. I believe in the uniqueness of each human being and appreciate that "one size doesn't fit all". This is why my continuous commitment to training over the years has enriched my skills & knowledge and allows me to adjust my approach to client needs.
I am passionately committed to finding out what feels safe for each client, in order to offer a safe, therapeutic space, with empathy, warmth and unconditional positive regard. I work in a holistic way, bringing awareness to mind, body, emotions & soul (aka "true self", “authentic self”). I deeply believe that authentic, human relationships are a powerful tool towards positive change. I believe in the uniqueness of each human being and appreciate that "one size doesn't fit all". This is why my continuous commitment to training over the years has enriched my skills & knowledge and allows me to adjust my approach to client needs.
01726 219582 View 01726 219582
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