Chronic Illness Counselling in Wellington

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Kate Stanton
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wellington TA21
Hi, and welcome to my profile. Working with a compassionate, trained therapist who listens without judgement can be a powerful, healing and transformative experience. Maybe you are going through a life crisis, or having difficulties in relationships and struggling with difficult and overpowering emotions. Perhaps you have experienced pregnancy loss, infertility, or other bereavements, leaving you feeling overwhelmed, stuck and wondering how to move? Together we can find ways that will bring understanding to your experience and ultimately bring relief and peace and a way to move forward with renewed momentum.
Hi, and welcome to my profile. Working with a compassionate, trained therapist who listens without judgement can be a powerful, healing and transformative experience. Maybe you are going through a life crisis, or having difficulties in relationships and struggling with difficult and overpowering emotions. Perhaps you have experienced pregnancy loss, infertility, or other bereavements, leaving you feeling overwhelmed, stuck and wondering how to move? Together we can find ways that will bring understanding to your experience and ultimately bring relief and peace and a way to move forward with renewed momentum.
01794 331132 View 01794 331132
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Eve McIntyre Cbt Emdr Cbt Supervison
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wellington TA21
Welcome, my name is Eve, I am an experienced Psychotherapist. Depression, Anxiety & Trauma can often lead people to feel stuck and lose their sense of self. I recognise when we feel like this we need to feel heard, have a way of making sense of what we are feeling and gain a sense of hope for the future. Through the therapeutic work I deliver using CBT and/or EMDR I hope to offer you just that. I will be alongside you, value and encourage your contributions, and aim to empower you to meet your goals. I have an adaptive style and would tailor the therapy to you. I strive to create a warm, non-judgemental, curious therapeutic space.
Welcome, my name is Eve, I am an experienced Psychotherapist. Depression, Anxiety & Trauma can often lead people to feel stuck and lose their sense of self. I recognise when we feel like this we need to feel heard, have a way of making sense of what we are feeling and gain a sense of hope for the future. Through the therapeutic work I deliver using CBT and/or EMDR I hope to offer you just that. I will be alongside you, value and encourage your contributions, and aim to empower you to meet your goals. I have an adaptive style and would tailor the therapy to you. I strive to create a warm, non-judgemental, curious therapeutic space.
01823 213864 View 01823 213864
Photo of Karen Janas - Karen Janas - Spark Consulting Services Ltd, MBACP, Counsellor
Karen Janas - Spark Consulting Services Ltd
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Wellington TA21
I offer professional, experienced counselling for individuals, couples, young people, employers and employees. If you are finding life difficult, counselling can help, whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, obsessive thoughts, panic, stress, low self-esteem, confidence, your relationships, grief or something else. Counselling is not just about helping you solve problems its about helping you make positive changes that enhance your life. I provide a non-judgemental, confidential space, where you can feel safe to explore things about yourself and any problems you may be facing. Clinic in Wellington, Somerset
I offer professional, experienced counselling for individuals, couples, young people, employers and employees. If you are finding life difficult, counselling can help, whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, obsessive thoughts, panic, stress, low self-esteem, confidence, your relationships, grief or something else. Counselling is not just about helping you solve problems its about helping you make positive changes that enhance your life. I provide a non-judgemental, confidential space, where you can feel safe to explore things about yourself and any problems you may be facing. Clinic in Wellington, Somerset
07480 536717 View 07480 536717
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Claire Richardson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Wellington TA21
I am a calm, approachable, empathic, and grounded counsellor with 8 years' experience. I have found that no matter who you are, what you have been through or are currently going through in life being genuinely heard and understood by someone else is a deeply healing process which often brings relief, calmness, and clarity. Wrestling with intense thoughts and feelings on your own can be utterly exhausting and can often leave you feeling stuck or going round in circles but having a safe and confidential space to share with a trusted professional can lead to surprising breakthroughs and a deeper understanding of yourself & your issues.
I am a calm, approachable, empathic, and grounded counsellor with 8 years' experience. I have found that no matter who you are, what you have been through or are currently going through in life being genuinely heard and understood by someone else is a deeply healing process which often brings relief, calmness, and clarity. Wrestling with intense thoughts and feelings on your own can be utterly exhausting and can often leave you feeling stuck or going round in circles but having a safe and confidential space to share with a trusted professional can lead to surprising breakthroughs and a deeper understanding of yourself & your issues.
01884 212117 View 01884 212117
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Steve Turner Bsc (Hons) Psych Coun Dip Coun Gmbpss
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Wellington TA21
My ideal client is one of complexity; I plan on to enrol onto a Doctorate becoming a counselling psychologist. I am a qualified counsellor and my knowledge base started 15 years ago when I fell ill. I have had an eventful life, including heart problems, strokes and many other issues. Through therapies, self help and determination I am happy with my life and I would love to share my knowledge. I have specialised in complex bereavement over the past 6 years seeing clients face to face and supporting them through the hard times. There is a need for more LGBT counsellors that understand and help.
My ideal client is one of complexity; I plan on to enrol onto a Doctorate becoming a counselling psychologist. I am a qualified counsellor and my knowledge base started 15 years ago when I fell ill. I have had an eventful life, including heart problems, strokes and many other issues. Through therapies, self help and determination I am happy with my life and I would love to share my knowledge. I have specialised in complex bereavement over the past 6 years seeing clients face to face and supporting them through the hard times. There is a need for more LGBT counsellors that understand and help.
07717 272882 View 07717 272882
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Dr Maria Gascon-Ramos
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Wellington TA21
As a Clinical & Educational Psychologist, I work with children and adults with a range of difficulties who want to improve their lives. Clients I see struggle with attachment trauma, anxiety, depression, physical symptoms and self-criticism. They often feel, anxious, drained, live with pain, gastro problems, phobias and/or PTSD,ADHD, or FND symptoms. Relationships are challenging, and trusting others to access help is a struggle. Through our work, we develop greater awareness of how they relate to others in intimate relationships, and the impact this has on their body and mind, which helps them relate to themselves differently too.
As a Clinical & Educational Psychologist, I work with children and adults with a range of difficulties who want to improve their lives. Clients I see struggle with attachment trauma, anxiety, depression, physical symptoms and self-criticism. They often feel, anxious, drained, live with pain, gastro problems, phobias and/or PTSD,ADHD, or FND symptoms. Relationships are challenging, and trusting others to access help is a struggle. Through our work, we develop greater awareness of how they relate to others in intimate relationships, and the impact this has on their body and mind, which helps them relate to themselves differently too.
01823 589443 View 01823 589443
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Kelly Jane Hooper
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Wellington TA21
Life can often feel challenging and even overwhelming at times. The therapeutic relationship between therapist and client, once formed is a safe, warm, non judgmental space that will allow the client to explore their worries and make sense of your feelings.
Life can often feel challenging and even overwhelming at times. The therapeutic relationship between therapist and client, once formed is a safe, warm, non judgmental space that will allow the client to explore their worries and make sense of your feelings.
01823 785729 View 01823 785729

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Ruth Hubbard
Counsellor, SNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
I specialise in working with chronic illness and pain, anxiety, resolving past trauma, bereavement and loss.
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.
I specialise in working with chronic illness and pain, anxiety, resolving past trauma, bereavement and loss.
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 Jennifer Edge, MUKCP, Psychotherapist
Jennifer Edge
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Taunton TA1
Are you experiencing distress or dissatisfaction in your life no matter how hard you try? This may have been going on for a long time or perhaps you're left feeling out-of-control after a loved-one dying, a big change happening in your life, or maybe illness striking you or somebody that you care for? Perhaps nothing has happened, but you feel stuck and unhappy with your life and relationships? Are you exhausted taking care of others needs whilst ignoring your own? Whatever your situation you would like to find greater ease within yourself and have more satisfying relationships with other people in your life.
Are you experiencing distress or dissatisfaction in your life no matter how hard you try? This may have been going on for a long time or perhaps you're left feeling out-of-control after a loved-one dying, a big change happening in your life, or maybe illness striking you or somebody that you care for? Perhaps nothing has happened, but you feel stuck and unhappy with your life and relationships? Are you exhausted taking care of others needs whilst ignoring your own? Whatever your situation you would like to find greater ease within yourself and have more satisfying relationships with other people in your life.
01225 530233 View 01225 530233
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Dr Bishnu Upadhaya
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Not Verified Not Verified
Newport TA3  (Online Only)
An enthusiastic, skilled and well-motivated Psychological, Neuropsychological, Integrated Medicine and healthcare consultant with more than 19 years’ experiences, promoting the welfare of patients, families, and vulnerable people. Experienced in providing specialist Neuropsychological, Psychological, Herbal Medicine, Naturopathic and Homeopathic Medicine Assessments, Consultation and Treatments of direct and referred clients based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a psychological and holistic approach and treatment and tasting.
An enthusiastic, skilled and well-motivated Psychological, Neuropsychological, Integrated Medicine and healthcare consultant with more than 19 years’ experiences, promoting the welfare of patients, families, and vulnerable people. Experienced in providing specialist Neuropsychological, Psychological, Herbal Medicine, Naturopathic and Homeopathic Medicine Assessments, Consultation and Treatments of direct and referred clients based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a psychological and holistic approach and treatment and tasting.
020 3835 4892 View 020 3835 4892
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.
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Alice Davies
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
I offer face to face and online counselling in the Taunton area. Together we can look at who you are and the impact of what is going on for you, helping you to develop your self-awareness and to think about the changes you would like to make. Counselling can allow you to develop better understanding of yourself and your relationships. Unshared feelings can feel like a burden and can lead to us feeling isolated and alone. My aim is to help you express these feelings and allow you to re-evaluate your life and to move towards a fresh sense of self.
I offer face to face and online counselling in the Taunton area. Together we can look at who you are and the impact of what is going on for you, helping you to develop your self-awareness and to think about the changes you would like to make. Counselling can allow you to develop better understanding of yourself and your relationships. Unshared feelings can feel like a burden and can lead to us feeling isolated and alone. My aim is to help you express these feelings and allow you to re-evaluate your life and to move towards a fresh sense of self.
01823 212842 View 01823 212842
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Lou Turner
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1  (Online Only)
Modern life can be difficult, I am experienced in helping people with issues such as depression, anxiety and low self esteem. Talking to someone who is qualified to support you can help to explore the roots of your issues and work together to move forward in a healthier way, enabling you to deal with whatever life throws at you in the future.
Modern life can be difficult, I am experienced in helping people with issues such as depression, anxiety and low self esteem. Talking to someone who is qualified to support you can help to explore the roots of your issues and work together to move forward in a healthier way, enabling you to deal with whatever life throws at you in the future.
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Photo of Nicola Rhodes, DCounsPsych, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Nicola Rhodes
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
During those difficult moments in our lives, receiving unconditional support, understanding and genuine care are essential components to feeling better. Whether it’s an issue from your past, a present struggle or a fear about the future, I can provide this unique support to you within the therapeutic relationship we’ll build together session by session, helping you make sense of and move forward through these struggles. If you are experiencing grief and loss, are seeking healing from past trauma or have been impacted by shame, you’ll find the therapy I provide particularly useful, exploring all you wish to bring at your pace.
During those difficult moments in our lives, receiving unconditional support, understanding and genuine care are essential components to feeling better. Whether it’s an issue from your past, a present struggle or a fear about the future, I can provide this unique support to you within the therapeutic relationship we’ll build together session by session, helping you make sense of and move forward through these struggles. If you are experiencing grief and loss, are seeking healing from past trauma or have been impacted by shame, you’ll find the therapy I provide particularly useful, exploring all you wish to bring at your pace.
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Dr Kristy Potter
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile! I am a Clinical Psychologist providing a range of approaches to support you using evidence-based practice tailored to your individual needs. I have particular expertise in working with adjustment to physical health conditions, as well as unexpected life changes or circumstances. I have also worked extensively with Neurological conditions, Neurodivergence and Intellectual Disabilities, including work with those supporting people with the above.
Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile! I am a Clinical Psychologist providing a range of approaches to support you using evidence-based practice tailored to your individual needs. I have particular expertise in working with adjustment to physical health conditions, as well as unexpected life changes or circumstances. I have also worked extensively with Neurological conditions, Neurodivergence and Intellectual Disabilities, including work with those supporting people with the above.
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Kind Humans Counselling : Empowering ADHD journeys
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Taunton TA1  (Online Only)
ADHD does not come with a user manual. The growing recognition of ADHD among adults has left many feeling helpless, yet with a strong desire for change. I support adults, whether formally diagnosed or not, to understand themselves, identify strengths and needs, and pursue fulfilling lives.
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Mike Jackson
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Taunton TA1
Sliding scale available £25-£65. I am Mike & I am a qualified counsellor & supervisor with many years of experience working with adults & young people in various settings. I am a person-centred counsellor using an integrative framework. My work is underpinned by different approaches including humanistic approaches, cognitive behavioural therapy, Mindfulness, solution-focused and creative ways of working. I have varied qualifications and experience including a Diploma Level 5, accredited by the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society MNCPS (Acc.). I provide face-to-face in Puriton, online and telephone counselling See my website
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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.
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TH Counselling Service
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Taunton TA1
Hello, my name is Tanya. I am a professionally qualified person-centred, integrative counsellor. I have worked with people experiencing a number of difficulties, including depression, grief & loss, stress, low mood, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, difficult life changes and transitions, childhood abuse, domestic abuse, low self-esteem, low confidence and much more. 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 possitive direction.
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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
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Chronic Illness Counsellors

How does therapy for chronic illness work?

Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.

Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?

Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.

What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?

No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.

How long does therapy for chronic illness take?

There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.