Counselling & Therapy in Hitchin

Counselling and Therapy in Hitchin

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Finding the right support can feel challenging, especially when life feels overwhelming or difficult to navigate. Counselling in Hitchin offers a safe and confidential space where you can explore your
experiences, understand your feelings, and start to work towards meaningful change. Sessions are tailored to your pace and priorities, whether you prefer in-personappointments or online sessions for convenience.

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We will analyse your needs and develop a tailored therapy plan made for you. Our approach uses evidence-based psychological models chosen to match your needs and goals. This can include:

Eye Movement Desensitisation& Reprocessing (EMDR): EMDR supports the processing of traumatic experiences so they are less emotionally overwhelming in daily life.

EMDR Intensives: These concentrated sessions provide longer or more frequent EMDR therapy over a shorter period, suitable for those wanting focused trauma work.

Internal Family Systems (IFS)Therapy: IFS helps explore the different parts of your inner self, allowing you to understand internal conflicts and work towards greater internal harmony.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy(ACT): ACT encourages flexibility in thoughts and behaviour, helping you approach difficult feelings differently and take meaningful action in line with your values.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy(CBT): CBT helps recognise patterns in thinking and behaviour and offers practical ways to respond differently to challenges.

Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT): CFT supports those who experience self-criticism or shame, encouraging a kinder and more balanced way of relating to yourself.

Interpersonal Psychotherapy(IPT): IPT focuses on the connection between relationships and emotional wellbeing. It can help with grief, life transitions, conflicts with others, and social difficulties. Recognised by NICE for treating depression, IPT is also suitable for anxiety and trauma-related challenges.


People come to therapy for many reasons. You might be dealing with recent events, long-standing patterns, or emotional difficulties that feel hard to manage alone. Therapy helps you to reflect on your experiences, gain clarity, and develop practical ways to cope with a range of challenges, including:  

Trauma
PTSD
Complex trauma
• Perinatal trauma
Birth trauma
• Complex grief
Anxiety and panic disorders
Low mood and depression
Self-esteem and confidence difficulties
Stress and coping challenges
Phobias and fear-related issues
Adjusting to major life changes

Counselling with myself and my team is personalised to you. The focus is on understanding what matters most to you, helping you to explore your challenges, and supporting you to take manageable steps forward. Whether attending online or in person, therapy with us provides a consistent and supportive environment for change.

If you would like to discuss options for counselling and therapy near Hitchin or explore what might be most helpful for you, contact us today. We’re here to help.