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People come to counselling for all sorts of different reasons, and from all kinds of different backgrounds and life experiences. It's very common to feel nervous about talking to a professional for the first time, especially if that subject feels painful or difficult to talk about.

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Being able to talk to a counsellor means being able to say things out loud in total confidence to someone who is not going to judge you. Our experienced therapists are trained to help you explore your feeling and find a resolution that is right for you.

Issues we cover

Depression & Low Self-Esteem

Depression is a very common mental health condition that can range from mild to very severe. It affects our confidence, self-esteem and energy and can often come from a deep place of low self-worth. Our counsellors can help you push back the black cloud and see the light at the end of the tunnel again.

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Trauma & PTSD

Trauma is when we have been exposed to an event (or events) that have left us feeling extremely hurt or scared. This can include single incidents such as a car accident or those witnessed by emergency service workers (PTSD), to complex child or domestic abuse (C-PTSD).

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Grief, Loss & Bereavement

"Grief is the price we pay for love". Be it the loss of a loved one, a treasured family pet, or a sudden change in circumstances such as facing health changes or job losses, our counsellors can help you work through your feelings in a safe and confidential space.

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Addiction & Substance Misuse

Addiction can take many forms, not just drugs and alcohol, but also gambling, gaming and porn. Often used to escape difficult feelings, the root cause is often not the addiction but what drives it. Our lived experience counsellors never judge, and help you to understand.

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Gender Identity & Dysphoria

We are proud to be a LGBTQIA+ and trans-friendly space, and have experience supporting a diverse range of people. Body dysmorphia can be a terrifying experience to navigate - or empowering. Our specialist counsellors help you feel comfortable with who you are and explore your identity.

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Anxiety, OCD & Phobias

Anxiety can take many forms, from work-related stress to panic attacks, OCD and phobias. Our counsellors use a range of techniques to help you identify and manage triggers, as well as understand the root causes behind your fears.

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Relationship & Family Issues

Navigating conflict is an inevitable part of any relationship, be it with a romantic partner or family member, and can cause considerable pain and feel like your world is ending. We offer both individual and couples or family therapy to help support you.

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Sex, Intimacy & Sexuality

Despite it being talked about non-stop, sex and sexuality can feel like a deeply private or shameful topic for many. From issues with intimacy and sexuality to performance anxiety and the world of kink, no subject is off limits for our therapists.

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Anger & Violence

Anger is a natural feeling that we often have in response to being scared or hurt. Sometimes it can cause us to be destructive or make bad decisions, but anger can be explored, understood and controlled in a safe way through therapy.

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Eating Disorders & Body Image

Our relationship with food and our own bodies can often feel challenging and overwhelming. Not helped by social media and societal pressure, eating disorders can manifest in different ways including restricting, purging and gorging. Our counsellors can help you explore what drives your negative feelings around your body and how to challenge intrusive thoughts.

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We're here to help

We provide counselling six days per week, including evenings

Our admin team are available Monday to Thursday, from 10 AM to 5 PM

1 Canute Road, Ocean Village, Southampton, SO14 3FH

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