Anxiety

Anxiety can show up as persistent worry, racing thoughts, or a constant sense of tension in the body. Many people experience anxiety at different points in life, especially during periods of stress or uncertainty. When it becomes overwhelming or begins to interfere with daily life, counselling can help you understand what is happening and develop ways to feel more grounded and in control.

Common Experiences with Anxiety

• Constant worrying or overthinking
• Feeling on edge or unable to relax
• Difficulty sleeping or concentrating
• Physical symptoms such as tension, fatigue, or restlessness

How Counselling May Help

Counselling can provide a calm and supportive space where anxiety can be discussed openly. Many people use therapy to better understand patterns of worry, explore ways of managing stress, and develop skills that support a greater sense of stability in everyday life.

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Depression

Depression can affect how you feel, think, and experience daily life. You may feel low, disconnected, or struggle to find motivation for things that once felt manageable. Counselling offers a supportive place to talk openly about what you are experiencing without judgement.

Common Experiences with Depression

• Persistent sadness or feeling emotionally flat
• Loss of motivation or interest in daily activities
• Feeling tired or lacking energy
• Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
• Changes in sleep or appetite

How Counselling May Help

Therapy can provide a space where low mood and emotional struggles can be spoken about without judgement. Many people find counselling helpful for understanding patterns in their thoughts and experiences while gradually rebuilding motivation, support, and a sense of direction.

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Emotion Dysregulation

Sometimes emotions can feel intense, unpredictable, or difficult to manage. You may feel overwhelmed by anger, sadness, or anxiety and struggle to find balance after strong emotional reactions.

Common Experiences with Emotional Overwhelm

• Feeling emotions very intensely
• Difficulty calming down after becoming upset
• Sudden mood changes that feel hard to manage
• Feeling overwhelmed by anger, sadness, or anxiety
• Struggling to express emotions in a healthy way

How Counselling May Help

Counselling can offer a space to reflect on emotional patterns and reactions. Therapy may help people develop greater awareness of their emotional responses and explore ways of managing intense feelings more safely and effectively.

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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

OCD can involve intrusive thoughts that create intense anxiety, along with behaviours or mental habits that feel necessary in order to reduce that distress. These patterns may happen outwardly or quietly in the mind, and they can become exhausting over time.

Common Experiences with OCD

• Repeated unwanted thoughts that feel difficult to dismiss
• Feeling driven to check, repeat, or mentally review situations
• Seeking reassurance or certainty about fears or doubts
• Feeling responsible for preventing something bad from happening
• Spending large amounts of time managing thoughts or rituals

How Counselling May Help

OCD therapy helps people understand the cycle of intrusive thoughts and compulsions, while learning that thoughts are not dangerous and do not need to be acted on.

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PTSD & Complex Trauma

Trauma can stay in the body and mind long after the event has passed. You may find memories returning unexpectedly, feel constantly alert, or struggle to feel safe and settled in everyday life. Counselling can provide a calm and steady space where difficult experiences can be explored at a pace that feels safe.

When Trauma May Show Up

• Intrusive memories or flashbacks
• Feeling constantly on guard or easily startled
• Avoiding places or situations that bring back memories
• Difficulty trusting others or feeling emotionally numb
• Feeling overwhelmed by strong emotions

How Counselling May Help

Trauma counselling can provide a safe and steady environment where difficult experiences can be explored at an individual pace. Many people find therapy helpful for understanding trauma responses, rebuilding a sense of safety, and gradually reconnecting with everyday life.

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Relationship Struggles

Relationships can bring connection and support, but they can also be a source of stress, confusion, or emotional pain. Difficult patterns may develop over time, leaving you feeling unheard, misunderstood, or disconnected from those around you.

Common Experiences in Relationships

• Frequent arguments or communication difficulties
• Feeling unheard or misunderstood
• Struggles with trust or boundaries
• Repeating similar patterns in relationships
• Feeling lonely or disconnected from others

How Counselling May Help

Relationship counselling can provide a space to reflect on communication patterns, emotional needs, and boundaries. Therapy may help people gain insight into relationship dynamics and develop healthier ways of connecting with others.

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Grief

Grief can follow many types of loss, including the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or significant life changes. Everyone experiences grief differently, and there is no single way it should look or feel.

Common Experiences with Grief

• Deep sadness or longing after a loss
• Feeling numb or emotionally distant
• Waves of emotion that come and go unexpectedly
• Difficulty concentrating or focusing
• Feeling isolated or misunderstood by others

How Counselling May Help

Grief counselling can provide a compassionate environment where loss and change can be spoken about openly. Many people use therapy as a way to process grief, make sense of difficult emotions, and adjust to life after significant loss.

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Postnatal Depression

The period after childbirth can bring many emotional and physical changes. While adjustment is expected, some parents find themselves feeling overwhelmed, low, or anxious during a time that is often described as joyful. Postnatal depression can develop at any point during the first year after a baby is born.

Common Experiences with Postnatal Depression

• Persistent sadness or feeling emotionally low
• Distressing or intrusive thoughts that feel difficult to control
• Feeling guilt, shame, or self doubt about parenting
• Difficulty bonding with a new baby
• Changes in sleep, energy, or appetite

How Counselling May Help

Counselling can provide a supportive space to talk about the challenges that can follow childbirth. Therapy may help people explore these experiences, reduce feelings of isolation, and support wellbeing during the transition into parenthood.

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• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Skills
• Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
• DBT Skills Group

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Somatic Experiencing Therapy
• Couples Counselling (Gottman Method)

What DBT Is

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy was developed by Dr Marsha Linehan and helps people who experience intense emotions. It combines practical skills with understanding how thoughts, emotions, and behaviours interact.

What DBT Focuses On

• Understanding emotional patterns and triggers
• Managing intense emotions
• Coping with distress without making situations worse
• Improving communication and relationships
• Developing greater awareness of thoughts and feelingsDBT individual therapy often works alongside DBT skills groups, where many of these skills are taught and practised.

What Sessions May Involve

Individual sessions focus on situations that felt difficult during the week and explore patterns in emotions, thoughts, and behaviour. DBT skills are then considered for responding to similar situations in the future. Over time the focus is on strengthening skills that support emotional balance, healthier relationships, and greater stability in everyday life.

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What EMDR Is

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapeutic approach designed to help the brain process difficult or distressing memories. It supports the mind in gradually integrating experiences that may still feel emotionally overwhelming.

What EMDR Focuses On

• Processing difficult or traumatic memories
• Reducing distress linked to past experiences
• Decreasing intrusive thoughts or images
• Strengthening feelings of safety and stability
• Supporting emotional healing and integration

What Sessions May Involve

EMDR sessions involve guided focus on memories while using bilateral stimulation, such as eye movements or tapping. This process may support the brain in reprocessing experiences in a way that reduces their emotional intensity over time.

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What DBT Skills Groups Are

DBT skills groups are a structured part of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy focused on learning practical tools for managing emotions and navigating difficult situations. Groups often run alongside individual DBT therapy and provide a space to practise skills and reflect on how they were used during the week.

What DBT Skills Focus On

The programme is organised into four core DBT skill modules:• Mindfulness
• Distress Tolerance
• Emotion Regulation
• Interpersonal EffectivenessEach module builds practical skills for managing emotions, relationships, and stressful situations.

What Sessions May Involve

Skills groups usually meet weekly and follow a structured format. Sessions include reviewing how skills were used during the week, learning new skills, and discussing how they may be applied in everyday situations.

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What CBT Is

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy focuses on the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. It helps people recognise patterns that may contribute to distress and develop practical ways of responding to challenges.CBT is a structured and goal focused approach that is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and obsessive compulsive difficulties.

What CBT Focuses On

• Identifying unhelpful thinking patterns
• Understanding how thoughts influence emotions and behaviour
• Developing practical coping strategies
• Gradually facing situations that feel difficult or avoided
• Strengthening problem solving and resilienceCBT may also include exposure based work, which can be helpful when working with anxiety or obsessive compulsive patterns.

What Sessions May Involve

CBT sessions involve exploring thoughts, emotions, and behaviours while developing practical strategies that can be used between sessions. At times this may include gradual exposure exercises that help people approach situations they have been avoiding and respond to them in new ways.

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What Somatic Therapy Is

Somatic therapy focuses on the connection between the mind and body. It recognises that emotional experiences and stress can sometimes be held physically, and supports people in developing greater awareness of their body’s responses.

What Somatic Therapy Focuses On

• Increasing awareness of bodily sensations
• Understanding how stress shows up in the body
• Exploring the body’s natural stress responses
• Developing grounding and regulation techniques
• Supporting nervous system balance

What Sessions May Involve

Somatic sessions may include gentle awareness of bodily sensations, grounding practices, and techniques that support the nervous system in returning to a calmer state. This approach can help people reconnect with their body in a supportive and gradual way.

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What Couples Counselling Is

Couples counselling using the Gottman Method focuses on strengthening connection, improving communication, and understanding relationship patterns. It provides a structured approach to exploring challenges while developing healthier ways of relating to one another.

What Couples Counselling Focuses On

• Improving communication and understanding
• Exploring patterns of conflict
• Strengthening emotional connection
• Rebuilding trust and partnership
• Developing healthier ways of navigating disagreements

What Sessions May Involve

Sessions provide a structured and supportive space where both partners can share their perspectives and explore relationship dynamics. The work focuses on recognising patterns within the relationship and developing practical tools that support healthier communication, connection, and conflict management.

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Individual Therapy
Initial Consultation (75 minutes) £100
Individual Session (50 minutes) £75
Extended Session (75 minutes) £100Available online or in person.

Couples Therapy
Initial Assessment (90 minutes) £150
Couples Session (75 minutes) £120Available online or in person.

DBT Skills Group
Six week module
(6 sessions, 90 minutes each) £300One flat fee paid in full

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