How Could Counselling Make a Difference for You?
Counselling offers a supportive space where you can talk openly, gain clarity, and develop strategies to navigate difficult emotions. Whether you're working through a specific challenge or simply finding things harder than usual, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself, ease emotional burdens, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
How Does Counselling Work?
In our sessions, we’ll explore your thoughts, emotions, and patterns at a pace that feels right for you. With a warm, non-judgmental approach, I’ll support you in developing practical tools to manage stress, regulate emotions, and create meaningful change in your life. Counselling is a collaborative process—together, we’ll work towards the goals that matter most to you.
If you're wondering whether counselling could help, I’d love to hear from you. Reach out for a chat and take the first step toward feeling more in control.
How I can help you
As a Humanistic Integrative Counsellor, I tailor my approach to you—blending exploration of the roots of your struggles with practical tools to help you feel more confident and equipped to navigate life’s challenges.
I can support you with:
Managing Anxiety & Stress
Creating strategies to help you feel calmer and more grounded.Overcoming Depression
Providing compassionate support and tools to regain a sense of purpose.Improving Relationships
Strengthening communication and fostering deeper, more fulfilling connections.Supporting Parents & Carers
Helping you manage the emotional demands of parenting, understand your own patterns and responses, and build calmer, more connected relationships with your children.Navigating Neurodiversity
Tailored support to embrace your strengths and address challenges in a way that works for you.Coping with Life Transitions
Guiding you through major changes, such as career shifts, breakups, or new life stages.Building Self-Esteem & Personal Growth
Empowering you to develop confidence, self-compassion, and a stronger connection to your values and goals.
Using insights from psychodynamic therapy, we’ll explore how your past experiences influence your present, while incorporating person-centred and cognitive-behavioural techniques to support your journey.
Therapy is a collaborative process, and we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you.
As a qualified Humanistic Integrative Counsellor, my aim is to provide a supportive space where you feel heard and understood. I hold an Advanced Diploma in Humanistic Integrative Counselling and am a registered member of BACP, adhering to their ethical framework for safe, effective practice.
I have a particular interest in how past experiences and relationships shape the way you navigate life today. My experience includes supporting neurodiverse individuals, those managing anxiety and depression, and parents who are seeking to better understand themselves so they can respond more calmly and compassionately to the challenges of raising children.
Life’s demands—whether caring for others, managing transitions, or balancing your own emotional needs—can leave you feeling disconnected or uncertain. Together, we’ll explore these challenges, helping you reconnect with yourself, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.
About Me
Practical Details
Sessions:
50 minutes per session
£80 in-person / £65 online
In-person sessions are held at Mediwell Clinic, 1C Lansdowne Rd, N17 0LL
Therapy offers a unique space to address both immediate concerns and deeper underlying patterns, helping you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Get in Touch!
I understand that choosing the right counsellor is an important decision. To help you feel confident in your choice, I offer a free 15-minute video call. This gives us the opportunity to discuss your needs, answer any questions you may have, and explore how I can support you. It’s also a chance for you to see if my approach feels like a good fit for you. There’s no obligation to continue after the call—it’s simply a way to ensure you feel comfortable before starting your counselling journey.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel like a big leap, but it’s also an act of courage and self-care. If you’d like to find out more or book an initial consultation, I’d be honoured to support you.
Email: annacomptontherapy@gmail.com
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is humanistic integrative counselling?
Humanistic integrative counselling is a holistic approach that combines different therapeutic methods tailored to your unique needs. It emphasises self-awareness, personal growth, and building a trusting therapeutic relationship, enabling you to explore emotions and resolve challenges in a supportive environment.
2. What issues can I bring to counselling?
You can discuss a wide range of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, trauma, or life transitions. The sessions provide a safe, confidential space to explore any difficulties you're facing.
3. What happens in a counselling session?
During sessions, we’ll explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences to better understand your needs. This might involve talking, reflecting, or creative techniques, depending on what works best for you.
4. How long does counselling take?
The length of therapy varies for each individual. Some clients benefit from short-term counselling (6-12 sessions), while others prefer long-term support. We’ll discuss your preferences and goals during the initial session.
5. How often are the sessions?
Sessions are typically held once a week for 50 minutes. Consistency helps maintain momentum in the therapeutic process, but we can adjust frequency based on your needs.
6. Is counselling confidential?
Yes, confidentiality is a cornerstone of counselling. What you share stays private, except in cases where there’s a risk of harm to yourself or others, or when required by law.
7. How much does counselling cost?
In-person sessions are £80, and online sessions are £65. Concessions may be available for students or those on low income. Please contact me for more details about rates and payment options.
8. When do I need to pay for sessions?
Payment is required before each session to confirm your booking. For in-person sessions, payment can be made via bank transfer or other agreed-upon methods beforehand. For online sessions, payment must also be completed in advance. Details will be provided during the booking process.
9. Do I need a referral to start counselling?
No, you don’t need a referral. You can contact me directly to schedule an initial consultation.
10. How do I know if counselling is right for me?
If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or seeking clarity in your life, counselling can help. Our initial session will allow us to explore your needs and determine if this approach suits you.
11. What if I feel uncomfortable during therapy?
Feeling uncomfortable can sometimes be part of exploring difficult topics, but your comfort and emotional safety are my priority. We’ll proceed at your pace, and you’re always welcome to share any concerns.
12. Can I stop counselling if I feel it’s not for me?
Absolutely, you are free to stop counselling if you feel it’s not right for you. However, I encourage clients not to stop suddenly so we can plan a final session to end the process safely and effectively.
13. Do you offer online or in-person sessions?
I offer both online and in-person sessions to accommodate your preferences and schedule. Please reach out to discuss what works best for you.
14. What can I expect from the first session?
The first session is an opportunity to discuss your reasons for seeking counselling, your goals, and how I can support you. It’s also a chance for you to ask questions and decide if you feel comfortable working with me.
15. Do you work with children or couples?
Currently, I specialise in individual therapy for adults.
