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Meet Our Team

Real people who really care

We are a small, experienced team of therapists who are passionate about helping people. All of our counsellors are fully trained and regulated by the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy.

Charlotte Parker is the Counselling Director at The Empathy Project

Counselling Director & Psychotherapist

Charlotte Parker MBACP

"I know that booking that first session can feel really scary, that's why I try to help you feel comfortable"

Roz Whitehead Addiction Counsellor

Counsellor & Psychotherapist

Roz Whitehead MBACP

"I am down to earth and direct; I’m not a blank screen and we won’t sit in silence!"

Danan Orlando Solution-Focussed Counsellor

Counsellor & Psychotherapist

Danan Orlando PNCPS (Acc)

"As an open, caring,
and trustworthy therapist, I offer a safe space where you can talk freely, be seen, heard, and understood."

Connor Davidson Trainee Counsellor

Volunteer Counsellor

Connor Davidson

"I believe that you are the expert of yourself. No-one knows you, better than you"

Leanne Boden-Hughes Children's Counsellor

CYP Counsellor

Leanne Boden-Hughes MBACP

"My role is to create a warm, empathetic, and non-directive space where clients feel truly heard and understood."

Sheila Clewer Children's Counsellor

CYP Counsellor

Sheila Clewer MBACP (Accred)

"Life can be like a journey. At times a straight road and then twists and turns leaving you unsure as to the way forward."

Jo Saunders Children's Counsellor

CYP & Adult Counsellor

Jo Saunders MBACP

"Becoming a counsellor allows me to combine my passion for understanding people with my commitment to creating safe, supportive spaces where they feel heard"

Luke Burton Addiction Counsellor

Adult Counsellor & Psychotherapist

Luke Burton MBACP

"I work with empathy to help you understand more about the root causes of your
struggles, and gain insight into yourself."

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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The Empathy Project is a Community Interest Company (Limited By Guarantee) Registered Number: 15272662

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