Counselling in a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space
You do not have to face life’s difficulties alone.
We offer a warm, confidential and compassionate counselling service where you can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences freely, knowing you will be heard with empathy, respect and understanding.
- Person-centred
- Confidential
- At your pace
“The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination.”
— Carl Rogers
Areas we can help with
Start with what feels closest to where you are.
Whether you are facing a particular difficulty or simply feel that something is not quite right, counselling can offer space for reflection, understanding and growth.
Anxiety, depression and low mood
Explore feelings of overwhelm, worry, feeling stuck or finding it difficult to move forward.
Explore support →02Self-esteem and confidence
Understand how you see yourself and work towards greater self-awareness and confidence.
Explore support →03Stress and burnout
A confidential place to explore work-related pressure, exhaustion and the impact on daily life.
Explore support →04Grief, bereavement and pregnancy loss
Support for bereavement, miscarriage and pregnancy loss, with space for your individual experience.
Explore support →05Emotional support after abortion
A non-judgemental space to explore difficult or conflicting feelings after an abortion.
Explore support →06Life transitions and challenges
Support while navigating change, uncertainty or a wish to understand yourself more deeply.
Explore support →What counselling can offer
A space where every part of you is welcome.
You can talk openly, explore difficult emotions safely and develop a deeper understanding of yourself in a relationship grounded in empathy and acceptance.
What sessions are likePerson-centred
You remain at the centre of the process and choose what you want to explore.
At your pace
We work alongside you without directing your journey or telling you how you should feel.
CBT-informed when helpful
Where appropriate, practical techniques can help you recognise patterns of thinking and behaviour.
How it works
Clear steps, with no pressure to continue.
- 1
Choose how to start
Book a 15-minute initial consultation or send a short question. You do not need to share your full story in a website form.
- 2
Meet your counsellor
Use the consultation to ask questions and discuss what you hope support might help with.
- 3
Agree the practical terms
If you choose to continue, we will confirm the fees, confidentiality, cancellation, records and session arrangements with you.
- 4
Begin counselling
Sessions take place at an agreed pace, with opportunities to review what is and is not helping.
Meet your counsellor
Warmth, authenticity and professional care.
Our counselling service is delivered by a person-centred counsellor who is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, fully insured and DBS checked.
Counsellor profile
Professional standards
- Professional body
- Registered member, BACP
- Core qualification
- CPCAB Level 4 Diploma
- Approach
- Person-centred and CBT-informed
- Works with
- Adults, young adults and trainees
A gentle first step
See whether Anchor House feels right for you.
A 15-minute telephone or online consultation is a chance to ask questions, talk about what brings you to counselling and see whether working together feels right.