Psychodynamic Psychotherapy & Counselling
A space to
understand yourself,
and change your life.
You already have the answers within you. I work alongside you to help bring them out. Together we look for the source of the pain or difficulty, and I support you in building the confidence and self-belief to make real, lasting change.
About Christabel
I have been where
you are.
What makes me different from other therapists is that I have lived through it. I know what it feels like to be desperate, lacking in confidence, and convinced that change is impossible. I've had times when I wondered if I would ever be happy.
I found my way through and built a life I never thought was possible. Psychodynamic counselling was the approach that worked for me personally. It helped me uncover the deep-rooted beliefs that were driving my choices and face them with compassion, without judgement.
Today I bring hope, courage and warmth to every session. I genuinely care about my clients and their lives, and I come to each session believing in them, whatever their situation.
Fully trained in Psychodynamic Counselling & Psychotherapy
Advanced Couples Psychotherapy training, The Tavistock (2025–2027)
Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling, Gloucestershire Counselling Service
Post-qualifying year in supervised practice
"I am alongside my clients as a supporter and companion. I empower them to discover and understand themselves, to give them confidence and the resources to change their lives."
How I Work
Psychodynamic therapy:
looking for the root, not just the branch.
01
We explore together
I work with you like a detective, searching together for the source of the pain or difficulty. Many clients arrive wanting to change their life. We begin by trying to understand why things are the way they are.
02
We look beneath the surface
Psychodynamic therapy pays attention to what lies underneath. The beliefs you picked up early in life, the patterns of behaviour that once made sense but no longer serve you, and the relationships that have shaped who you are.
03
You find your own way forward
When you understand yourself better, you have more choice. You start to see yourself and others more clearly, feel more confident, and realise you don't need to be perfect to have a more fulfilling life.
How can I help?
Relationship difficulties with partners, family or friends
Self-esteem and low confidence
Anxiety and depression
Recurring patterns of behaviour
Negative beliefs about yourself
Life transitions and feeling stuck
Couples counselling and relationship difficulties
Work-related stress and burnout
"It's enabled me to overcome a lot in almost every area of my life. It provided a space to talk through things I never had before, providing insights and new, enlightening perspectives."
— A Client of Christabel’s
What to Expect
Every session is
a safe, confidential space.
Your first session
We usually start with an assessment. It's a gentle conversation about what brings you here, what you'd like to achieve, and a little background about your life. If you need to talk straight away, the assessment can wait.
Complete confidentiality
Everything you share stays between us. The only exception would be if there were a risk of serious harm to yourself or someone else, and I would always talk to you openly if that situation arose.
Weekly sessions
Therapy works best with regularity. We find a weekly time that works for both of us, and that consistency gives us a stable foundation to do meaningful work together.
Online and in-person options
I see clients in person at my rooms in Box, Wiltshire and in Cheltenham. I also offer online and telephone sessions, so if life gets in the way we can still meet.
What’s Next
Fees and getting started.
Individual Sessions
£70 Per Session
Weekly individual psychotherapy or counselling. Available in person, online or by telephone.
Flexible Pricing
Lets talk
I understand that everyone's circumstances are different and I would never want cost to be a barrier. Please do get in touch to have a conversation.
Couples Sessions
£100 Per Session
Couples psychotherapy, with advanced training from the Tavistock. In person or online.
Not sure if therapy is right for you right now? I offer a free 15-minute discovery call so you can ask questions, get a feel for how I work, and decide whether this is the right time.
Where we Meet
Two rooms,
plus online and telephone.
Ashley, Box, Wiltshire
My consulting room at home.
SN13 8AN
A quiet, welcoming space in the Wiltshire countryside.
The Regency Practice, Cheltenham
22a Rodney Road
GL50 1JJ
A professional practice in central Cheltenham.
Online and Telephone
Available for regular weekly sessions or as needed, for example if you are travelling or unwell.
All online sessions are fully confidential.
"It's enabled me to overcome a lot in almost every area of my life. It provided me a space to talk through things I never have before, providing insights and new, enlightening perspectives. I've overcome a very limited diet, social overwhelm, and learned how to approach life in a more constructive manner, all within a trusting, reliable environment."
— A client of Christabel's
Take the first step
Nervous? You don't have to be
Often the hardest part is simply reaching out. I offer a free 15-minute discovery call so you can ask questions, get a sense of how I work, and decide whether therapy feels right for you at this point in your life. There's no commitment involved.