Business Details
Experienced Psychotherapist in Basingstoke
With over three decades of professional experience, I have dedicated my career to supporting individuals through personal and emotional challenges. As an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I uphold rigorous standards of practice and ethical conduct. My integrative therapeutic approach combines diverse methodologies tailored to each client's unique needs, fostering self-awareness and positive change. Having worked across education, healthcare, and voluntary sectors, I bring extensive expertise in mental health awareness and personal development.My practice prioritises creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel genuinely heard and supported. Through ongoing professional development and a commitment to compassionate care, I aim to empower clients to navigate life's difficulties with greater clarity and resilience. My experience includes teaching counselling skills and providing direct support in hospice settings, enriching my understanding of human experiences across diverse contexts.
Services
Stress Management
Anxiety Support
Self-Esteem Building
Grief Counselling
Relationship Therapy
Highlights and features
- 30-year career in mental health and personal development across multiple sectors
- BACP-accredited therapist adhering to strict ethical standards
- Integrative approach combining diverse therapeutic methodologies
- Experience teaching mental health awareness in further education
- Proven track record supporting clients through grief and relationship challenges
Associations and certifications
- British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
What people say
Small moments of relief
See a way forward
Supportive and effective therapy
Professional and skilled service
Genuine warmth and understanding
Services
Stress Management
Specialised therapeutic support for stress and anxiety, including practical tools for managing obsessive thoughts and phobias. Combines cognitive-behavioural techniques with mindfulness practices to reduce symptoms. Addresses modern life pressures and trauma-related anxiety through tailored interventions.
Self-Esteem Building
Focused sessions addressing self-worth issues and destructive behavioural patterns. Explores childhood experiences and external influences affecting self-image. Develops compassionate self-awareness and strategies for maintaining positive self-esteem through life's challenges.
Grief Counselling
Compassionate support for navigating grief and loss, whether recent or past. Helps process complex emotions and find meaning in bereavement experiences. Provides a safe space to explore feelings without judgment or time pressure.
Relationship Therapy
Support for individuals and couples facing relationship challenges. Explores communication patterns and emotional dynamics. Helps navigate separation or rebuild connections through improved understanding of relational needs.
Psychotherapeutic Counselling
Tailored therapeutic approach combining multiple methodologies. Addresses diverse client needs through flexible techniques adapted to individual circumstances. Regular progress reviews ensure treatment remains focused on client-defined goals.
People
Chestnut Counselling
Psychotherapist and Counsellor
Accredited BACP therapist with 30 years' experience in mental health. Specialises in integrative therapy for anxiety, self-esteem, and grief. Holds advanced qualifications in psychotherapeutic counselling and hypnotherapy. Former mental health tutor and hospice volunteer.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I use an integrative approach combining techniques from different therapies, tailored to each client's needs and goals.
How long are therapy sessions?
Each session lasts 50 minutes, with initial consultations available via phone or Zoom at no obligation.
What are your cancellation policies?
Sessions cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice incur the full £60 fee.
Do you offer online therapy?
Yes, I provide sessions via Zoom as well as in-person appointments at my Hampshire therapy room.
How can therapy help with anxiety?
Therapy provides practical tools and strategies to manage anxiety symptoms, addressing root causes and developing coping mechanisms.
What qualifications do you hold?
I hold an Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling and am an accredited BACP member with 30 years' experience.
