Female Counselling in Tunbridge Wells, ENG

Photo of Lisa Gaiotto - Causeway Therapy, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych., Psychologist
Causeway Therapy
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Tunbridge Wells TN1
Welcome to Causeway Therapy. I am Dr Lisa Gaiotto, Clinical Psychologist. I established Causeway Therapy a few years ago, after working in the public and private sectors. I know that life can throw you odd balls, and take you off course. Difficulties such as anxiety, excessive worrying, mood swings, depression, relationship problems, and trauma symptoms can emerge. I can support you to become unstuck from negative thinking, to notice unhelpful behaviours, and to find ways to do things differently.
Welcome to Causeway Therapy. I am Dr Lisa Gaiotto, Clinical Psychologist. I established Causeway Therapy a few years ago, after working in the public and private sectors. I know that life can throw you odd balls, and take you off course. Difficulties such as anxiety, excessive worrying, mood swings, depression, relationship problems, and trauma symptoms can emerge. I can support you to become unstuck from negative thinking, to notice unhelpful behaviours, and to find ways to do things differently.
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Sarah Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tunbridge Wells TN1
Sometimes in life, we need space to take a breath and for someone trusted and neutral to hear our difficulties to help us see a way forward. At the heart of my therapy, there is a safe relationship within a confidential space, where you feel heard and encouraged to talk freely about the challenges life is bringing you and to explore ways forward towards long-lasting change. You may find yourself struggling with a crisis, a specific life event, or an issue that has been building up over a long time, or you may recognise certain patterns of behaviour that hold you back.
Sometimes in life, we need space to take a breath and for someone trusted and neutral to hear our difficulties to help us see a way forward. At the heart of my therapy, there is a safe relationship within a confidential space, where you feel heard and encouraged to talk freely about the challenges life is bringing you and to explore ways forward towards long-lasting change. You may find yourself struggling with a crisis, a specific life event, or an issue that has been building up over a long time, or you may recognise certain patterns of behaviour that hold you back.
01892 335381 View 01892 335381
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Dr Nina Memarnia
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Tunbridge Wells TN4  (Online Only)
Are you experiencing anxiety or low mood in pregnancy, or perhaps struggling with your mental health post-natally? Perhaps you are struggling to conceive, finding that you don’t feel as you had hoped to in pregnancy or in the post-natal period, or you have experienced a traumatic birth or perinatal losses. I specialise in, and am passionate about, working with parents and parents-to-be through the perinatal period, which can be a transformative and challenging time. I am a highly experienced Perinatal Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience and further postgraduate training in Perinatal Clinical Psychology.
Are you experiencing anxiety or low mood in pregnancy, or perhaps struggling with your mental health post-natally? Perhaps you are struggling to conceive, finding that you don’t feel as you had hoped to in pregnancy or in the post-natal period, or you have experienced a traumatic birth or perinatal losses. I specialise in, and am passionate about, working with parents and parents-to-be through the perinatal period, which can be a transformative and challenging time. I am a highly experienced Perinatal Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience and further postgraduate training in Perinatal Clinical Psychology.
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Jen Jones Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Tunbridge Wells TN1
Let me introduce myself - I'm Jen an integrative therapeutic counsellor passionate about supporting people through life's challenges, when events or relationships feel overwhelming, or we feel a loss of direction or purpose. As a qualified therapist, together we can explore your situation, which will help us make sense of those challenging times and offer a way to move towards a better understanding of ourselves and our feelings. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma or simply feeling stuck, I offer a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings.
Let me introduce myself - I'm Jen an integrative therapeutic counsellor passionate about supporting people through life's challenges, when events or relationships feel overwhelming, or we feel a loss of direction or purpose. As a qualified therapist, together we can explore your situation, which will help us make sense of those challenging times and offer a way to move towards a better understanding of ourselves and our feelings. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma or simply feeling stuck, I offer a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings.
01892 335348 View 01892 335348
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Katie Balcombe
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Tunbridge Wells TN2
As a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor and registered BACP member, I offer personalised therapy for individuals and couples, both online via Zoom and at my Tunbridge Wells practice. My approach combines various therapeutic modalities, tailored to your unique needs, ensuring that your therapy experience is as individual as you are. I am committed to providing a supportive environment where empathy, honesty, and respect are paramount, guiding you towards the expertise that truly matters—your own.
As a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor and registered BACP member, I offer personalised therapy for individuals and couples, both online via Zoom and at my Tunbridge Wells practice. My approach combines various therapeutic modalities, tailored to your unique needs, ensuring that your therapy experience is as individual as you are. I am committed to providing a supportive environment where empathy, honesty, and respect are paramount, guiding you towards the expertise that truly matters—your own.
01892 571812 View 01892 571812
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Sorrell Raikes
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Tunbridge Wells TN1
I provide therapeutic services for individuals, young people, as well as couples. I offer a safe and confidential space online and in Tunbridge Wells to work on a short or long term basis depending on your need. If you haven't had counselling before, the thought of talking to a stranger about something that's troubling you can seem frightening. You may have an idea of the changes you want to make, or simply be aware that you want something in your life to be different without being sure how to achieve this. I am qualified to practise Transactional Analysis psychotherapy and can support you to initiate the changes you seek to make.
I provide therapeutic services for individuals, young people, as well as couples. I offer a safe and confidential space online and in Tunbridge Wells to work on a short or long term basis depending on your need. If you haven't had counselling before, the thought of talking to a stranger about something that's troubling you can seem frightening. You may have an idea of the changes you want to make, or simply be aware that you want something in your life to be different without being sure how to achieve this. I am qualified to practise Transactional Analysis psychotherapy and can support you to initiate the changes you seek to make.
020 3962 0127 View 020 3962 0127
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Rhoda Scantlebury
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Tunbridge Wells TN4
Website: rhodascantleburycounselling.co.uk Counselling gives you your own time and space to consider what is going on, who you are and who you want to be.​ The possibility of time and space might feel important because you're currently experiencing something where your own resources no longer feel sufficient to cope. Perhaps you see that you're responding to situations with more anxiety, anger or distress than feels entirely manageable, or it may be that you're feeling very little and have a sense of being out of touch with yourself or others. I'm able to support you in several ways:
Website: rhodascantleburycounselling.co.uk Counselling gives you your own time and space to consider what is going on, who you are and who you want to be.​ The possibility of time and space might feel important because you're currently experiencing something where your own resources no longer feel sufficient to cope. Perhaps you see that you're responding to situations with more anxiety, anger or distress than feels entirely manageable, or it may be that you're feeling very little and have a sense of being out of touch with yourself or others. I'm able to support you in several ways:
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Flourishing Futures Psychology - Dr Emily Fletcher
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Tunbridge Wells TN2
Perhaps you’re a teenager or young adult, who experiences physical symptoms of anxiety (such as stomach aches or racing heart), which make you want to avoid certain situations. Or maybe you’re a parent or guardian, eager to get the best support for a loved one who struggles with anxious thoughts or behaviours. Rest assured, you’ve come to the right place. I care. My interest in providing timely treatment for difficulties such as these is the reason why I founded Flourishing Futures Psychology. I too was prone to getting tangled up with anxiety when I was younger, so I know how it can try to trip you up.
Perhaps you’re a teenager or young adult, who experiences physical symptoms of anxiety (such as stomach aches or racing heart), which make you want to avoid certain situations. Or maybe you’re a parent or guardian, eager to get the best support for a loved one who struggles with anxious thoughts or behaviours. Rest assured, you’ve come to the right place. I care. My interest in providing timely treatment for difficulties such as these is the reason why I founded Flourishing Futures Psychology. I too was prone to getting tangled up with anxiety when I was younger, so I know how it can try to trip you up.
07438 329979 View 07438 329979
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Sonya Black
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Tunbridge Wells TN1
A warm welcome to you. My aim is to provide you with an opportunity to explore what is happening for you and how you would like things to be different. I would like you to have a space in which you can feel safe, allowing you to develop an understanding of yourself and the steps you need to make so you can live the life you want to. I aim to help you to simplify complex situations so that they make sense to you. This can offer clarity so that I can support you to take practical steps to make changes. I have a strong interest in the biopsychosocial approach, considering a variety of factors which lead to you being who you are.
A warm welcome to you. My aim is to provide you with an opportunity to explore what is happening for you and how you would like things to be different. I would like you to have a space in which you can feel safe, allowing you to develop an understanding of yourself and the steps you need to make so you can live the life you want to. I aim to help you to simplify complex situations so that they make sense to you. This can offer clarity so that I can support you to take practical steps to make changes. I have a strong interest in the biopsychosocial approach, considering a variety of factors which lead to you being who you are.
01732 928093 View 01732 928093
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Anya Gkrimpova
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Tunbridge Wells TN2
I am a highly specialist clinical psychologist who has diverse experience in diagnostic and therapeutic work with particular emphasis on neurodiversity, trauma and involuntary displacement. I can help exploring issues around emotional distress, anxiety, facing change, difficulties sleeping, interpersonal relationships, general coping with life and life stages. I draw on systemic ideas in my work and focus on creating a safe space and opening up communication. In this safe space, members of the system can be who they are, regardless of their walks of life and individual stories.
I am a highly specialist clinical psychologist who has diverse experience in diagnostic and therapeutic work with particular emphasis on neurodiversity, trauma and involuntary displacement. I can help exploring issues around emotional distress, anxiety, facing change, difficulties sleeping, interpersonal relationships, general coping with life and life stages. I draw on systemic ideas in my work and focus on creating a safe space and opening up communication. In this safe space, members of the system can be who they are, regardless of their walks of life and individual stories.
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Aira Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Verified Verified
Tunbridge Wells TN2
I offer a clinical psychology service that is person-centred and integrative so that I can use what works best for your personal needs and circumstances. I place a lot of emphasis on ensuring clients feel comfortable so I can introduce visual work, sand tray, or similar if this is helpful. I am experienced in working with a range of issues relating to mental health and personality to include self-esteem, anxiety, low mood, peer relationships, autism, self-harm, and trauma. Specialist in ASC and ADHD diagnostic assessments.
I offer a clinical psychology service that is person-centred and integrative so that I can use what works best for your personal needs and circumstances. I place a lot of emphasis on ensuring clients feel comfortable so I can introduce visual work, sand tray, or similar if this is helpful. I am experienced in working with a range of issues relating to mental health and personality to include self-esteem, anxiety, low mood, peer relationships, autism, self-harm, and trauma. Specialist in ASC and ADHD diagnostic assessments.
0121 803 9271 View 0121 803 9271
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Jane Taylor
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Tunbridge Wells TN3
I am an Accredited Member of the BACP. This means The British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy recognises me as an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist who's practice meets their higher standard as a competent, ethical, independent practitioner. I am trained in Humanistic Integrative Counselling and work with adults (18+) experiencing a broad range of personal, emotional or mental health difficulties. For example grief and loss, divorce, redundancy or other major life event, anxiety, depression, illness, family and relationship issues.
I am an Accredited Member of the BACP. This means The British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy recognises me as an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist who's practice meets their higher standard as a competent, ethical, independent practitioner. I am trained in Humanistic Integrative Counselling and work with adults (18+) experiencing a broad range of personal, emotional or mental health difficulties. For example grief and loss, divorce, redundancy or other major life event, anxiety, depression, illness, family and relationship issues.
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Julia Goldfinch
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Tunbridge Wells TN1
As an experienced Accredited Counsellor, qualified since 2002, I am able to offer counselling that is tailored to your individual needs. As an Integrative Counsellor I use my knowledge of modalities including Humanistic, Transactional Analysis, Gestalt, CBT and my experience to provide a safe, supportive, non-judgmental space for people, in order to explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences safely at their own pace.
As an experienced Accredited Counsellor, qualified since 2002, I am able to offer counselling that is tailored to your individual needs. As an Integrative Counsellor I use my knowledge of modalities including Humanistic, Transactional Analysis, Gestalt, CBT and my experience to provide a safe, supportive, non-judgmental space for people, in order to explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences safely at their own pace.
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Creative Counselling
Counsellor, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Tunbridge Wells TN1
Thanks for visiting my page and I hope I can help you. My name is Sara and I'm an art therapist but I am experienced in many forms of therapy which is helpful as I can do what resonates best with you. I can provide a safe space where you can express your feelings and experiences, help you to understand yourself better and heal from old wounds. Art therapy can be a wonderful way for you to explore your emotions creatively. Sometimes, it’s easier to express what you’re going through via simple art processes rather than words. This form of therapy can help you process trauma, reduce stress, build resilience and a sense of wellbeing.
Thanks for visiting my page and I hope I can help you. My name is Sara and I'm an art therapist but I am experienced in many forms of therapy which is helpful as I can do what resonates best with you. I can provide a safe space where you can express your feelings and experiences, help you to understand yourself better and heal from old wounds. Art therapy can be a wonderful way for you to explore your emotions creatively. Sometimes, it’s easier to express what you’re going through via simple art processes rather than words. This form of therapy can help you process trauma, reduce stress, build resilience and a sense of wellbeing.
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Photo of Rimma Tertytska, MBACP, Counsellor
Rimma Tertytska
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tunbridge Wells TN1
Hi, I'm Rimma, I am a qualified integrative counsellor and an NLP trainer. This means that I adapt different approaches to work with you and what you want to bring. Therapy can be quick and focused on a single aspect, or it can take you on a journey by peeling layers of your intricate and unique self. Whichever you are here for, I'm here to work with you.
Hi, I'm Rimma, I am a qualified integrative counsellor and an NLP trainer. This means that I adapt different approaches to work with you and what you want to bring. Therapy can be quick and focused on a single aspect, or it can take you on a journey by peeling layers of your intricate and unique self. Whichever you are here for, I'm here to work with you.
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Photo of Rachel Secker, DCounsPsych, BACP, Counsellor
Rachel Secker
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
Tunbridge Wells TN1
Are you experiencing anxiety, conflict, loss or uncertainty? Maybe you are feeling vulnerable, overwhelmed and/or depressed. I am an understanding and compassionate counsellor and I offer you the time, space and support to express your thoughts and feelings in confidence, to explore your relationships, past and present and consider those patterns of behaviour that don't serve you well. I work collaboratively with you to help you to reconnect with your inner strengths and resources to help you navigate life's challenges.
Are you experiencing anxiety, conflict, loss or uncertainty? Maybe you are feeling vulnerable, overwhelmed and/or depressed. I am an understanding and compassionate counsellor and I offer you the time, space and support to express your thoughts and feelings in confidence, to explore your relationships, past and present and consider those patterns of behaviour that don't serve you well. I work collaboratively with you to help you to reconnect with your inner strengths and resources to help you navigate life's challenges.
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Rachael Manku
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Tunbridge Wells TN1
I'm an experienced counsellor and a registered member of the BACP. I offer a confidential, safe and non-judgemental space in which you can explore whatever brings you to counselling. It could be that there have been things that have troubled you for some time and which you now feel ready to think about in more depth. Maybe recent events have caused you to feel like you need some help to cope. Or perhaps you just don’t feel right and would like some space to explore why that may be. Talking with a skilled, impartial counsellor can help you find the words to make sense of your experiences and find a way forward.
I'm an experienced counsellor and a registered member of the BACP. I offer a confidential, safe and non-judgemental space in which you can explore whatever brings you to counselling. It could be that there have been things that have troubled you for some time and which you now feel ready to think about in more depth. Maybe recent events have caused you to feel like you need some help to cope. Or perhaps you just don’t feel right and would like some space to explore why that may be. Talking with a skilled, impartial counsellor can help you find the words to make sense of your experiences and find a way forward.
01892 352837 View 01892 352837
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Louise Phillips
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tunbridge Wells TN2
Hello, I'm Louise, I mostly work with clients who have experienced abuse, trauma, relationship challenges, and divorce. I take a personalised approach, understanding each client's unique circumstances and the impact of their life experiences. This involves exploring what they are still holding on to and carrying with them from the past. Together, we identify these lingering burdens and use effective techniques to let go of past traumas & negative events, helping clients manage anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, and low self-confidence. This process allows clients to move forward with a sense of relief and renewed purpose.
Hello, I'm Louise, I mostly work with clients who have experienced abuse, trauma, relationship challenges, and divorce. I take a personalised approach, understanding each client's unique circumstances and the impact of their life experiences. This involves exploring what they are still holding on to and carrying with them from the past. Together, we identify these lingering burdens and use effective techniques to let go of past traumas & negative events, helping clients manage anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, and low self-confidence. This process allows clients to move forward with a sense of relief and renewed purpose.
01892 362275 View 01892 362275
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Sanae Mentis Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Tunbridge Wells TN2
Here at Sanae Mentis counselling you will be assured a safe space with which to explore your world without judgement. This is your time to bring whatever is troubling you and to know that you are not alone as I walk alongside you through what can sometimes feel painful. Counselling can at times be challenging as you delve a little deeper into your emotions but this is truly where growth can occur and therefore it is important to understand that the more you get out from this experience will largely depend on how open you can be. Alongside my Private practice, I work with clients for Betterhelp and with Wellbeing in the arts.
Here at Sanae Mentis counselling you will be assured a safe space with which to explore your world without judgement. This is your time to bring whatever is troubling you and to know that you are not alone as I walk alongside you through what can sometimes feel painful. Counselling can at times be challenging as you delve a little deeper into your emotions but this is truly where growth can occur and therefore it is important to understand that the more you get out from this experience will largely depend on how open you can be. Alongside my Private practice, I work with clients for Betterhelp and with Wellbeing in the arts.
01892 571232 View 01892 571232
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Hazel Mouls
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Tunbridge Wells TN1
I am an experienced, Humanistic counsellor, practising from a central location in Tunbridge Wells. There may be a number of reasons why you are looking for counselling. You might be feeling anxious or depressed, having relationship issues, trying to process a loss or change or simply be struggling to cope. Whatever the issues you are facing, I provide a warm. supportive and confidential relationship in which you can explore your feelings and current difficulties, look at any unhelpful patterns of thought or behaviour and find better ways to manage the issues that you are facing.
I am an experienced, Humanistic counsellor, practising from a central location in Tunbridge Wells. There may be a number of reasons why you are looking for counselling. You might be feeling anxious or depressed, having relationship issues, trying to process a loss or change or simply be struggling to cope. Whatever the issues you are facing, I provide a warm. supportive and confidential relationship in which you can explore your feelings and current difficulties, look at any unhelpful patterns of thought or behaviour and find better ways to manage the issues that you are facing.
01732 496382 View 01732 496382
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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.