Relationship Therapist and Supervisor: Couples – Families – Individuals

The quality of our lives is determined by the quality of our relationships.

I am an experienced, qualified, BACP registered counsellor based in Bristol BS1 and remotely via Zoom with a specialism in Relationship Therapy. I help couples, families and individuals navigate and manage their relationships through more effective communication and a clearer understanding of their own and others’ relationship needs.

Over the years I have worked with hundreds of clients to create an atmosphere of safe exploration with which to understand relationship problems and crises. I can work with you to resolve ongoing conflict, reach important decisions and make desired changes.

I am passionate that clients find the right therapist for them someone who is qualified to support them through their relationship issues and worries and my training and work is focused on working with relationships.

About me at a glance:

– 15 years of experience working privately and with Relate
– BSc in Psychology
– MA in Relationship Therapy (Level 7)
– Registered Member of BACP
– Systemic and Psychodynamic approach
– Qualified Supervisor (supporting fellow counsellors)

Seeking the help of an experienced professional can provide a space outside your existing support network where you can safely explore your experiences and concerns without worry of judgement or personal agenda.

Next steps, booking and fees:

You can find out about more me and my way of working from visiting my website mariacurrycounselling.co.uk.

Contact me via: mcurrytherapy@yahoo.com or 07795026705.

Sessions cost £85 and take place face to face at Bristol Talking Therapy Rooms or via zoom.

I offer a free initial brief chat for you to ask any questions about how I work or you can just make an appointment for our first session.

I look forward to hearing from you.

I am a qualified psychodynamic therapist based in Bristol.

My practice offers a thoughtful, focused, and confidential environment in which to begin to explore whatever may be on your mind. Some of the issues I have worked with include depression, post-natal depression, numbness and disconnection, anxiety, issues around sexuality, processing difficult or traumatic events, grief and loss, relationships struggles, processing change or choices, and family conflict.

I have seen clients from all kinds of backgrounds, cultures, sexual orientations, ethnicities, genders and beliefs, and work respectfully and non-judgementally.

Psychodynamic therapy is derived from psychoanalysis and works with the unconscious mind. It hopes to bring about the deeper understanding of one’s feelings, thoughts, and actions through the exploration of the aspects of oneself that are often the most difficult to speak of. Over time we will think together about how present life links with past experiences and events, and we will consider the unfolding therapeutic relationship, as the dynamics between therapist and client may reflect patterns of relating in early life.

I offer a safe and held space to be curious about the many parts of oneself.

Sessions are £65, in person, and are at the same time and day each week.

I offer both time-limited (usually of up to 24 sessions) and open-ended therapy,

Please email: hermione@hermionehomer.co.uk to book a free 15 minute introductory phone call.

hermionehomer.co.uk

Qualifications and membership:

• MSc in Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy (distinction) – Birkbeck College, University of London
• CertHE Psychodynamic Counselling and Counselling Skills – Birkbeck College, University of London
• British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) – Registered member
• Birkbeck Counselling Association (BCA) – Executive committee and individual member

I offer psychodynamic counselling at The Harbourside Practice in Bristol, and I am also a trainee psychodynamic psychotherapist. My way of working is thoughtful, collaborative and rooted in the belief that meaningful change comes from being deeply understood over time.

Psychodynamic therapy focuses on how past experiences, relationships and unconscious patterns can shape how we feel and relate in the present. In our work together, I aim to create a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can speak freely and at your own pace. I’m attentive to what is said and also to what may be harder to put into words, helping us gently explore recurring difficulties, emotional blocks or patterns that may be causing distress.

People often come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure why certain problems keep repeating. I work with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, identity questions and a general sense that something doesn’t feel right. I value curiosity, honesty and compassion in the therapeutic relationship, and I see therapy as a shared process rather than something done to you.

As a trainee psychodynamic psychotherapist, I bring a high level of commitment, reflection and care to my work, supported by ongoing training and supervision. I welcome clients from all backgrounds and aim to offer a space where you can feel met as a whole person, not just a set of symptoms. I offer both short term and open-ended therapy.

I am a registered member of the BPC (British Psychoanalytic Council) and the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).

Contact:

07939 412382

tanyagreentherapy@gmail.com

 

I am a fully qualified, integrative counsellor, who works relationally, with an emphasis on humanistic, psychodynamic & gestalt perspectives. Being integrative means that I draw from a few different schools of psychotherapeutic thought, in order to tailor the experience of therapy to fit the individual needs of each client.

Whatever it is that has brought you to therapy at this time, we will work together at a safe pace, forming a collaborative relationship with you at the helm.

From a young age, we are often taught that we are only acceptable if we behave in certain ways. We learn to censor ourselves in order to receive love: first from parents, then peers, friends, partners, and society as a whole. This can mean keeping aspects of ourselves hidden, leading to secrecy, shame and low self-worth.

Over time, we learn different ‘roles’ and ways of being that we inhabit, depending on who we are around. These serve a purpose, but it can make it hard to know who we truly are.

One of the principal theories of humanistic counselling is that if you can show these parts to someone who will accept and respect you, you will in turn learn to accept and respect yourself. This doesn’t mean I will never challenge you, or experiment with looking at a situation in a different way; but it does mean that I endeavour not to shame you for the choices you have made, but rather respect your agency to make them.

I work from a stance of non-judgemental, open curiosity. I want to learn about how you see the world, and what it is like for you to inhabit; I am not here to ‘fix’ you (for a start, you are not broken!), pathologize you, or reduce you to a label or a set of symptoms. We are all unique individuals, who have developed ‘creative adjustments’; survival strategies for navigating our environment. Sometimes, it is useful for us to examine these strategies to see if they are still serving us.

I have a Diploma in Professional Studies Counselling from University of West of England (2018).

Fees: £55 for 50 minute sessions. I also offer online sessions.

Contact: 07566 834107

helenmay.counselling@gmail.com

www.helenmaycounselling.com

About me

“A problem shared is a problem halved”. I am a strong believer that just talking to a caring, compassionate listener, and feeling understood is, in itself therapeutic. I am a warm, non-judgmental, compassionate counsellor, with over 25 years of experience in supporting people through challenging periods in their life.

My experience

I am a fully qualified integrative counsellor and EMDR therapist.  I work in a collaborative way, using techniques from EMDR, Psychotherapy, as well as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I am particularly experienced in working with trauma and anxiety disorders. If required I can offer EMDR therapy (bacp.co.uk/about-therapy/types-of-therapy/eye-movement-desensitisation-and-reprocessing-emdr/)

I have been a counsellor for Bristol After Stroke, Network Counselling, The Bourne Family Project and Kinergy. I have also worked for numerous years in the field of mental health, with women who have escaped trafficking, mothers suffering from perinatal illness, and survivors of sexual abuse and rape.

Training and Qualifications

EMDR qualified (EMDR Consultancy)

Level 7 Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy (University of South Wales)

BA (Hons) Social Policy and Administration

25 years working in social care, with struggling families, victims of modern slavery,  women suffering from perinatal mental health issues and survivors of sexual abuse and rape.

Why Counselling?

The benefits of therapy can be enormous. Talking through thoughts, feelings and experiences with a qualified listener can help you to see them from a different perspective, to understand the origin of behaviours, and to develop the confidence and skills to make changes. I can work with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem, childhood abuse and much more.

Contacting me

I fully appreciate that finding a therapist can be anxiety causing and overwhelming. I would be very happy to talk to you on the phone (07824 644547) and answer any questions you have, or you could email me on lizjacksoncounselling@gmail.com.

Practical Details

If you do decide to go ahead with therapy, each session will cost £75 and will last for 50 mins. Ideally, sessions will be every week. I prefer to do counselling face to face, but can offer zoom sessions if necessary.

Recent client feedback

“Thankyou so much for all your help and guidance. The EMDR has been truly life-changing.”

“Liz has been fantastic. I’m actually going to miss having our sessions. She has made me look at things in a completely different way and has encouraged me to take some positive steps, rebuilding my life and my confidence. I deeply value everything she has to say and I got so much from our conversations. She made me feel understood, listened to and provided the validation that I needed. She made me feel comfortable instantly and has such a caring and welcoming presence about her. Her knowledge and understanding of people, trauma, and healing is astounding. Liz has been the best therapist I have ever had and I have had the best experience with her. I never anticipated I would get so much and come so far with our sessions. She is incredible at her job and such a lovely person. Thank you.”

“Liz was absolutely great, so patient, non-judgemental and encouraging. She deeply cares and I felt fully supported and she has given me the confidence to see myself and experiences in a different light and the strength to continue my healing journey. I will forever be thankful for her proving to me that I am worthy and capable of being able to move on.”

“Liz created a safe, warm and nurturing space for me to explore aspects of my experiences, that I have never talked through before. I feel much more grounded in myself than I ever have before.”

“I would like to thank Liz for her patience, caring and understanding approach. She always listened with no judgement and made me feel safe.”

“Thankyou so much Liz, I shared things with you that I have kept hidden for my entire life – I am feeling so much better and healthier.”

About me

I believe firmly that in offering a compassionate, non-judgmental and safe environment each client can learn to trust their own experience and feelings. Beginning to talk about yourself and what you are dealing with may feel new or even unnerving, so I am always mindful to work with you at your own pace.

In the process of therapy many different issues may come up for you. There is no pressure to work to a schedule or through any set list. In talking together we have an opportunity to explore, reflect upon and understand more fully how and why you feel the way you do.

Whether you have been through something traumatic in the past or recently experienced some crisis in your life, or perhaps are dealing with a more prolonged sense of disillusionment with life, the space provided by therapy allows us to work through these issues together.

I have a particular interest in how early relationships shape our experiences later in life. Whilst I work in an integrative way and draw upon many theories, I find psychodynamic and relational approaches in particular offer great insight into how our past can live on in the present. I also pursue research exploring how the changing environment affects our psychological well-being.

In a time of accelerating climate change I believe it is essential to keep in mind the impact of the wider social, political and environmental challenges we are all necessarily affected by. Whilst we may not discuss this explicitly in sessions, I believe these issues will always be a part of how we find ourselves situated in life at any given time.

If you would like to meet for an initial session then please do get in touch.

Training, qualifications & experience

I am an accredited psychotherapist with UKCP having completed an MA in Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy at BCPC (Bath Centre for Psychotherapy and Counselling). This course involves an intensive and in-depth approach to study over many years.

Alongside my private practice which has been running since 2013, I have also worked for the SWAN project in Bristol, one of the few places in the Bath and Bristol area which offers the opportunity for longer term low cost therapy.

My professional background is in mental health, having worked for nearly a decade supporting individuals dealing with enduring mental health issues. My previous training includes a Foundation Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy at BCPC, a Certificate in Counselling Skills at Bath College, as well as a degree in Psychology and Study of Religions at Bath Spa University.

First steps

If you would like to find out more about coming to psychotherapy then I welcome you to get in touch.

We can arrange an initial session which is an opportunity to get a feel for how we would work together and to ask any questions you may have.

After this meeting you may decide if you would like to book further sessions, which would usually be on a weekly basis.

Fees

• £95 per week. A number of lower fee places are available.
• £45 for an initial session.

Contact details:

• Email: psychotherapy.dt@protonmail.com
• Phone: 07421 456557

Background

Dominic completed his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2004 and has worked in NHS adult psychological therapies services since that time. He has worked as a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Lead Clinician for an NHS service in West London before re-locating to the South-West.

Dominic’s specialist area is working with adults who are experiencing difficulties with low mood or anxiety. He has published in the area of clinical perfectionism, and has worked individually and facilitated groups for people experiencing low self-esteem, insomnia, depression and anxiety disorders.

Therapeutic Approach

Dominic has a collaborative and structured approach to therapy. He has specialist training and experience in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) having completed a postgraduate diploma in CBT in 2009 and he has taught and supervised extensively in this modality. He completed Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) training in 2014 and has used this approach alongside CBT since that time.

Dominic has also attended training in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and integrates ideas and methods from those therapies into his clinical work where appropriate.

Difficulties treated

• Depression and low mood
• Low self-worth
• Panic attacks
• Worry
• Work-related stress
• Social anxiety
• OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder)
• PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder)
• Childhood trauma
• Perfectionism
• Insomnia

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Royal Holloway, University of London, 2004
• Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Oxford Cognitive Therapy Centre, 2009

Accreditation:

• Accredited with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapy (BABCP)
• Registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC)
• Chartered through the British Psychological Society (BPS)
• Member of EMDR UK and Ireland

Contact:

To find out more or to book an appointment:

Email: dominic@dgpsychology.com

Website: www.dgpsychology.com

I am a qualified BACP registered therapist based in central Bristol.

My aim is to offer a safe, holding space for you to bring yourself, as you are.
We can work together to explore where your past and present intertwine.
I bring my own curiosity and compassion into the space and hope to help foster a healing curiosity for yourself.

My core training has been in Integrative Transpersonal Counselling:

Integrative means I have trained in more than one style of counselling – Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Jungian, Creative – and can choose to lean into whichever style best suits you at the time.

Transpersonal means I am open to the more-than-individual dimension – something soulful – whatever that may mean for you. I believe this can look very different for different people; for example, you may be curious about science or feel a connection to nature.

I have worked for four years with Womankind, an established mental health charity that also delivers psychodynamic counselling services. Psychodynamic therapy explores how current difficulties you are having may be rooted in past experiences.

At times, for some of us, words are not enough, and I find that dreams, imagination and creativity (such as metaphor, drawing, music or writing) can bring a rich perspective to the work.

I have grown up across various continents & cultures and am trilingual, fluent in English, French & Italian. I am happy to work in any of these languages.

To find out more, please see my website: www.unfurlingtherapy.com

To enquire about availability and to set up a first session, please email me: linlin@unfurlingtherapy.com

I am an integrative counsellor, which means I work using the person-centred approach (following your lead – you’re the one in control) and bring in other modalities to support you to look at what may be causing you difficulties at this time.

This means the support is tailored around you and what you need. One of the hardest aspects of therapy, is accepting that we need support and then reaching out to find it. We’ll work together, looking at the challenges you’re facing, as I provide a safe and accepting space that encourages you to look at different perspectives.

The relationship between counsellor and client is a unique one. It’s important to feel held, respected and cared for and believe that your counsellor has your very best interests at heart. Not everyone will give you this sense, so it is crucial to keep searching until you find someone who does.

I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation, after which we can meet for an initial session and if, after this, you’re happy to work with me we can commit and contract for our further sessions.

I have experience of working with anxiety, depression, autism, behavioural issues, stress, menopause and bereavement.

As a trained mediator I also have experience of family conflict and relationship issues. I have a good understanding of ethical non-monogamy and alternative lifestyles.

Because I am in my final year of training, sessions are charged at £30 for 50 minutes.

 

If you would like to arrange a phone call, please email –

katecollinsoncounselling@outlook.com

or call 07751910667

Hi, I’m Helen (she/they).

I am a qualified counsellor offering sessions to both individuals and those in
relationships, such as partners or relatives. Weekly therapy can offer you
support with a specific challenge you may be facing in life, such as a
bereavement or relationship challenges, or it can support you more generally
to better understand yourself, others and the world we live in. We will build a
supportive relationship together that allows you to do this at a pace that feels
right for you.

I welcome the opportunity to work with clients of all genders, sexualities and cultural backgrounds. We are all affected by the cultures and political systems that surround us and therapy can be a space to unpack this. I am part of the LGBTQIAP+ community, and have previously worked as a therapist in specialist charity settings exploring gender identity, sexuality and relationship diversity.

I also have several years’ experience working with adults of all genders in sexual violence services.

Some of the other key themes I have worked with include, but are not limited
to:

• Low self-worth
• Family relationships
• Grief / Loss
• Childhood trauma

I offer in-person sessions in central Bristol or online. We can work together for
a fixed amount of time or open-ended, which means you decide to finish when
it feels right for you.

If you are interested in finding out more, I invite you to book a reduced-cost
initial consultation appointment (£27.50/50m). The initial consultation is an
opportunity for me to learn more about what has brought you to therapy, and
for you to learn more about me and my way of working. My standard rates are:

Individual therapy – £55 per 50-minute session.

Couples/relationship therapy (inc. families) – £75 per 50m.

To book your initial consultation, please contact me on:
helenlistertherapy@gmail.com

Qualifications:

I hold a post-graduate diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling.
I am currently completing an MSc in Relational Psychotherapy – UKCP Reg.
Trainee Psychotherapist (2011185585)