Positive Psychology Counselling in Thatcham

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Dr Albert Zandvoort
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Thatcham RG19
Waitlist for new clients
I offer confidential, client focused psychotherapy, Face-Face & Zoom worldwide . Through dialogue and the shared exploration of your life, you may find relief from recurring problems, live your life more fully and realise your full potential. Therapy is a personal and individual process of change, as well as understanding. This is an opportunity to take time and space to think about yourself and the problems you may be facing. By talking to a trained psychotherapist you may find it easier to understand how past experiences, thought patterns and behaviour, or anxieties about the future are causing difficulties in your daily life.
I offer confidential, client focused psychotherapy, Face-Face & Zoom worldwide . Through dialogue and the shared exploration of your life, you may find relief from recurring problems, live your life more fully and realise your full potential. Therapy is a personal and individual process of change, as well as understanding. This is an opportunity to take time and space to think about yourself and the problems you may be facing. By talking to a trained psychotherapist you may find it easier to understand how past experiences, thought patterns and behaviour, or anxieties about the future are causing difficulties in your daily life.
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Jana Jenkins
Psychologist, PsychD, AFBPSsS
Verified Verified
Thatcham RG19  (Online Only)
I am a clinical psychologist and help people struggling with a variety of mental health problems. I particularly enjoy working with people who present with long standing difficulties stemming from their early traumatic experiences. As a coaching psychologist I help people to achieve their goals and facilitate change. I like working on life's transitions such as parenthood, divorce, retirement etc. I find my work is very rewarding regardless whether I help someone to work through difficult traumas or improving their performance at work.
I am a clinical psychologist and help people struggling with a variety of mental health problems. I particularly enjoy working with people who present with long standing difficulties stemming from their early traumatic experiences. As a coaching psychologist I help people to achieve their goals and facilitate change. I like working on life's transitions such as parenthood, divorce, retirement etc. I find my work is very rewarding regardless whether I help someone to work through difficult traumas or improving their performance at work.
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Ajay Lamba
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Thatcham RG19  (Online Only)
Ajay Lamba has delivered psychotherapy in NHS hospitals and private practice, which has provided a wealth of experience with people from diverse backgrounds and all age groups. His academic and work career has been focused on helping people achieve their goals of recovery by relieving symptoms of depression and anxiety, from mild to severe psychological difficulties.
Ajay Lamba has delivered psychotherapy in NHS hospitals and private practice, which has provided a wealth of experience with people from diverse backgrounds and all age groups. His academic and work career has been focused on helping people achieve their goals of recovery by relieving symptoms of depression and anxiety, from mild to severe psychological difficulties.
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Dr Karen Halford
Psychologist, PsychD, AFBPSsS
Verified Verified
Thatcham RG18
Hello! I'm Karen. I'm a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society. I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Oxford. I have many years of experience in both the NHS and private practice. I work with people who are struggling with a variety of complex psychological difficulties such as depression, eating disorders (bulimia, binge eating and others), anxiety (including panic, phobias, social anxiety, health anxiety), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma/PTSD, BDD, low self-esteem and many others. I also offer assessment and diagnosis of ADHD.
Hello! I'm Karen. I'm a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society. I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Oxford. I have many years of experience in both the NHS and private practice. I work with people who are struggling with a variety of complex psychological difficulties such as depression, eating disorders (bulimia, binge eating and others), anxiety (including panic, phobias, social anxiety, health anxiety), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma/PTSD, BDD, low self-esteem and many others. I also offer assessment and diagnosis of ADHD.
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Karuna Counselling - Phoebe Thomas
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Newbury RG14  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
However, I am able to offer more guidance if needed, along with positive psychology exercises to cultivate resilience and positive emotions.
Hi, I'm Phoebe, and there are many reasons that you might want to come and have counselling sessions with me. This could be something like stress due to work or ill health, you might be experiencing relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, identity issues, racial/cultural issues, addictions, trauma due to various reasons and many more. You may feel that it's time for you to talk to someone about whatever it is, whether to vent, process it, or try to find a solution. Whatever you are struggling with and whatever you want to get out of the therapeutic relationship, I am here to help.
However, I am able to offer more guidance if needed, along with positive psychology exercises to cultivate resilience and positive emotions.
Hi, I'm Phoebe, and there are many reasons that you might want to come and have counselling sessions with me. This could be something like stress due to work or ill health, you might be experiencing relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, identity issues, racial/cultural issues, addictions, trauma due to various reasons and many more. You may feel that it's time for you to talk to someone about whatever it is, whether to vent, process it, or try to find a solution. Whatever you are struggling with and whatever you want to get out of the therapeutic relationship, I am here to help.
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A Moment In Time
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Aldermaston RG7
I am a qualified Counsellor, Hypnotherapist and Bereavement Practitioner with a variety of experience which helps my clients work through aspects of life that are stopping them from moving forward. I work with clients for a variety of reasons such as: depression, anxiety, panic attacks, stress, bullying, fears and phobia's, PTSD, IBS, relationship issues, bereavement and stopping smoking. I also have special interests in Weight Loss Counselling, Couple Counselling & Career Counselling.
I am a qualified Counsellor, Hypnotherapist and Bereavement Practitioner with a variety of experience which helps my clients work through aspects of life that are stopping them from moving forward. I work with clients for a variety of reasons such as: depression, anxiety, panic attacks, stress, bullying, fears and phobia's, PTSD, IBS, relationship issues, bereavement and stopping smoking. I also have special interests in Weight Loss Counselling, Couple Counselling & Career Counselling.
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Louise Roberts
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Newbury RG14
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and we can feel very alone with our mental health struggles. I am a qualified Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor accredited with the NCPS working in private practice from my office in central Newbury. I offer a safe, confidential space both online and in person where we can work through what you are struggling with.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and we can feel very alone with our mental health struggles. I am a qualified Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor accredited with the NCPS working in private practice from my office in central Newbury. I offer a safe, confidential space both online and in person where we can work through what you are struggling with.
01635 916439 View 01635 916439
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Linda Kathryn Berkeley
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Newbury RG14
You are the expert on yourself an only you can decide what might work for you. We will form a plan together, perhaps over the course of two to three sessions, of how we can proceed, and what we collaboratively believe is going on for you. You will find my practice is based on a humanistic, integrative, pluralistic blending of possibilities from several frameworks, including CBT, Gestalt, Compassion Focused Therapy, ideas from psychodynamic practice, with a person-centred, humanistic core.
You are the expert on yourself an only you can decide what might work for you. We will form a plan together, perhaps over the course of two to three sessions, of how we can proceed, and what we collaboratively believe is going on for you. You will find my practice is based on a humanistic, integrative, pluralistic blending of possibilities from several frameworks, including CBT, Gestalt, Compassion Focused Therapy, ideas from psychodynamic practice, with a person-centred, humanistic core.
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Paul Hughes
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Theale RG7
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.
0118 207 2581 View 0118 207 2581
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Emma Pereira
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tadley RG26  (Online Only)
Welcome and congratulations at taking the very courageous first step towards a more fulfilling life. My name's Emma and I am licensed in the UK with 16 years of professional work experience in Canada and the UK. I have experience in supporting clients with stress and anxiety, sleeping disorders, motivation, self esteem, confidence and low mood.
Welcome and congratulations at taking the very courageous first step towards a more fulfilling life. My name's Emma and I am licensed in the UK with 16 years of professional work experience in Canada and the UK. I have experience in supporting clients with stress and anxiety, sleeping disorders, motivation, self esteem, confidence and low mood.
0118 230 6478 View 0118 230 6478
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Nicky Bates Director of The TLC Counselling Hub
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Newbury RG14
Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. Firstly People need to feel valued, people need to feel accepted and they certainly need to feel heard. Based in central Andover, I specialise in anxiety, trauma, neurodiversity, bereavement, intrusive thoughts and work very well with people from the LGBTQ+ community. I offer a non-judgemental approach using Gestalt and Humanistic theory. What this means is that we work creatively with what is happening for you right now. Creative work can unlock things from the past in a safe contained way. Online counselling is now available.
Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. Firstly People need to feel valued, people need to feel accepted and they certainly need to feel heard. Based in central Andover, I specialise in anxiety, trauma, neurodiversity, bereavement, intrusive thoughts and work very well with people from the LGBTQ+ community. I offer a non-judgemental approach using Gestalt and Humanistic theory. What this means is that we work creatively with what is happening for you right now. Creative work can unlock things from the past in a safe contained way. Online counselling is now available.
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Alison Maitland
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Sport Psych.
Verified Verified
Newbury RG14
Sometimes we get stuck - in our sport and our lives. Maybe you are struggling with self esteem or performance anxiety, not sure what direction to take your career, injured or lacking motivation, facing a setback or caught up in difficult thoughts and feelings that stop you from performing to your best. Whether you are just starting out in life or an elite performer wanting to achieve the last 1%, you can learn practical and effective ways to get unstuck.
Sometimes we get stuck - in our sport and our lives. Maybe you are struggling with self esteem or performance anxiety, not sure what direction to take your career, injured or lacking motivation, facing a setback or caught up in difficult thoughts and feelings that stop you from performing to your best. Whether you are just starting out in life or an elite performer wanting to achieve the last 1%, you can learn practical and effective ways to get unstuck.
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Sonia Sousa
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP
Verified Verified
Basingstoke RG26
Welcome to my profile, where compassionate and holistic mental health care is provided to support you in navigating life's challenges. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, loss, trauma, personal growth, or simply seeking to be heard and understood, I am here to support you on your journey. Within our therapeutic relationship, I am committed to creating a warm, non-judgmental, and confidential space where you can safely explore and address any challenges.
Welcome to my profile, where compassionate and holistic mental health care is provided to support you in navigating life's challenges. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, loss, trauma, personal growth, or simply seeking to be heard and understood, I am here to support you on your journey. Within our therapeutic relationship, I am committed to creating a warm, non-judgmental, and confidential space where you can safely explore and address any challenges.
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Online Therapists

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Ingrid Susana Lidberg
Psychologist, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
New Malden KT3
Ingrid is passionate about helping others achieve their goals and fulfil their potential, by combining a knowledge and understanding of coaching and psychology. This is done by providing challenging and thought provoking questions that lead to clarity, have breakthroughs or answer difficult questions, which in turn can lead to transformation. Ingrid’s experience, coupled with a passion for positive psychology, that is, the focus on human strengths rather than weaknesses, has led to the understanding of the power of shifting one’s perspective. Much is to gain from challenging and difficult experiences in life.
Ingrid is passionate about helping others achieve their goals and fulfil their potential, by combining a knowledge and understanding of coaching and psychology. This is done by providing challenging and thought provoking questions that lead to clarity, have breakthroughs or answer difficult questions, which in turn can lead to transformation. Ingrid’s experience, coupled with a passion for positive psychology, that is, the focus on human strengths rather than weaknesses, has led to the understanding of the power of shifting one’s perspective. Much is to gain from challenging and difficult experiences in life.
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Anna Manajeva
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
St Albans AL1  (Online Only)
Anna is a highly experienced, BABCP accredited Senior Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT), specialist in PTSD and Complex PTSD and multilingual therapy (English, Spanish, Russian & Italian). Anna specialises in working with adult clients who have problems with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder – PTSD (childhood trauma, accidents, assaults, issues of military combat). Her approach is personalised and creative, focused on growth and resilience and informed by her extensive training and experience in CBT and complemented by ideas & techniques from Compassion Focused Therapy and Positive Psychology.
Anna is a highly experienced, BABCP accredited Senior Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT), specialist in PTSD and Complex PTSD and multilingual therapy (English, Spanish, Russian & Italian). Anna specialises in working with adult clients who have problems with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder – PTSD (childhood trauma, accidents, assaults, issues of military combat). Her approach is personalised and creative, focused on growth and resilience and informed by her extensive training and experience in CBT and complemented by ideas & techniques from Compassion Focused Therapy and Positive Psychology.
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Anthony John Horsburgh
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Swindon SN2
My training is predominantly Person Centred and this is complimented with CBT and training with Positive Psychology.
Life can often be seen that we put the needs of others' before our own, therefore neglecting ourselves and experiencing difficult environments and emotions. I offer time for 'you' to explore your own needs and provide this by short or long term therapy, based on your emotional needs. As an integrative therapist, I invite clients to experience different ways of exploring personal experiences and create positive change to the challenges that are faced. The therapy I offer is a process that helps you restore your natural sense of harmony and balance.
My training is predominantly Person Centred and this is complimented with CBT and training with Positive Psychology.
Life can often be seen that we put the needs of others' before our own, therefore neglecting ourselves and experiencing difficult environments and emotions. I offer time for 'you' to explore your own needs and provide this by short or long term therapy, based on your emotional needs. As an integrative therapist, I invite clients to experience different ways of exploring personal experiences and create positive change to the challenges that are faced. The therapy I offer is a process that helps you restore your natural sense of harmony and balance.
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Dr Pat Gwyer
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Eastleigh SO50
Is anxiety, depression, or repeating patterns of unhelpful behaviour impacting you? Are you stuck in a pattern of negative thinking, struggling with managing emotions, finding it hard to live with a traumatic event or having work or relationship difficulties? If so, you would probably benefit from evidence-based therapy to learn new ways of coping and how to get your life back on track. I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience specialising in the combination of Clinical and Positive Psychology for the treatment of complex mental health difficulties and may be able to help.
Is anxiety, depression, or repeating patterns of unhelpful behaviour impacting you? Are you stuck in a pattern of negative thinking, struggling with managing emotions, finding it hard to live with a traumatic event or having work or relationship difficulties? If so, you would probably benefit from evidence-based therapy to learn new ways of coping and how to get your life back on track. I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience specialising in the combination of Clinical and Positive Psychology for the treatment of complex mental health difficulties and may be able to help.
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Joanne Louise Gibson
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hornchurch RM12
I am an Accredited Integrative adult and child counsellor, clinical supervisor and positive psychology coach. Myself and the team are Integrative practitioners, meaning we are able to draw on several approaches to best suit your needs. We are based in Hornchurch. We also offer coaching and ADHD coaching. If you are you constantly tense, worried or on edge, unable to concentrate, or experiencing negative thought patterns, this can be overwhelming. Maybe you have a Low self-esteem, no confidence, no motivation or anxiety. We can help. Are you experiencing narcissistic abuse and gaslighting! We can support you with your mental health.
I am an Accredited Integrative adult and child counsellor, clinical supervisor and positive psychology coach. Myself and the team are Integrative practitioners, meaning we are able to draw on several approaches to best suit your needs. We are based in Hornchurch. We also offer coaching and ADHD coaching. If you are you constantly tense, worried or on edge, unable to concentrate, or experiencing negative thought patterns, this can be overwhelming. Maybe you have a Low self-esteem, no confidence, no motivation or anxiety. We can help. Are you experiencing narcissistic abuse and gaslighting! We can support you with your mental health.
01708 963138 View 01708 963138
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T.H. Psychotherapy & Counselling
MSc
Verified Verified
London W1G
I believe in creating a positive, supportive and safe environment where you, or your child, feels understood, valued and empowered to explore your psychology and behaviours. My approach to therapy is client-centred, collaborative, and tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. By utilising evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), health psychology, positive psychology and applied psychology, I help my clients develop coping skills, build resilience, and foster positive change whilst on the road to health, wellness, flourishing and growth.
I believe in creating a positive, supportive and safe environment where you, or your child, feels understood, valued and empowered to explore your psychology and behaviours. My approach to therapy is client-centred, collaborative, and tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. By utilising evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), health psychology, positive psychology and applied psychology, I help my clients develop coping skills, build resilience, and foster positive change whilst on the road to health, wellness, flourishing and growth.
020 4538 3712 View 020 4538 3712
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Martin Hewitt
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leamington Spa CV31
Waitlist for new clients
I am a wellbeing coach. My training is in counselling, positive psychology and nlp. My aim is to help clients to discover pathways to being both well and successful. I worked for 20 years counselling in a religious context, and subsequently 15 years as a wellbeing coach in secondary education working with teenagers and adults. I am also a qualified mindfulness teacher. Recently I have worked particularly with clients struggling with anxiety, stress, depression and bereavement. I have also worked with young people coming to terms with ADHD, ASD and associated learning and behavioural challenges.
I am a wellbeing coach. My training is in counselling, positive psychology and nlp. My aim is to help clients to discover pathways to being both well and successful. I worked for 20 years counselling in a religious context, and subsequently 15 years as a wellbeing coach in secondary education working with teenagers and adults. I am also a qualified mindfulness teacher. Recently I have worked particularly with clients struggling with anxiety, stress, depression and bereavement. I have also worked with young people coming to terms with ADHD, ASD and associated learning and behavioural challenges.
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Positive Psychology Counsellors

How does positive psychology therapy work?

Positive psychology therapy derives from the work of Martin Seligman of the University of Pennsylvania. He and others developed the field of positive psychology building on humanistic theory. Positive psychology therapy is similar to acceptance and commitment therapy, and it essentially quiets emotional distress through positivity, contentment, and well-being. This therapy does not reduce the individual to symptoms and conditions.

When do I know if I need treatment using positive psychology?

If an individual is overwhelmed by emotional distress and general negativity, they may feel trapped. A positive psychology therapist can help them view their emotions and behaviours differently, and approach life with a better understanding of their positive strengths. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from positive psychology therapy?

The patient may be asked to explore their signature strengths. The therapist will also ask the individual to talk about their goals, which should be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely. Discussing negative experiences and symptoms is important, but so is the exploration of positive experiences. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more positive and fulfilling way. This therapy is proactive and may use forgiveness, gratitude, hope, and compassion to help reframe negativity.

Is positive psychology effective in therapy?

Positive psychology therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with eating disorders benefit from this type of intervention. This therapy encourages the person to reframe their distressed thoughts and move into healthier patterns of functioning. This therapy also aims to move an individual toward what works well in their life. Positive psychology therapy can elicit lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.