Individual Counselling in
Milton Keynes
Counselling for individuals in a safe, comfortable and private setting
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling to cope?
At times in life we can find ourselves feeling anxious, exhausted, or disconnected from who we used to be. You may be carrying stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, or simply a sense that something isn’t quite right.
You don’t have to face this alone.
At Mayberry Counselling, I offer a warm, supportive and
non-judgemental space where we can gently explore what is going on for you.
Together we can begin to understand your experiences, make sense of your feelings, and find ways to move forward.
My approach is integrative and trauma-informed, which means
we may work with both thoughts and emotions as well as the body and nervous system. This can help you develop greater self-awareness, emotional balance, and a deeper sense of connection with yourself.
Are you ready to live better?
Take the First Step
Starting counselling can feel like a big step, and it’s important that you feel comfortable with the person you are working with. I offer a free 20-minute introductory call where we can talk about what has brought you to counselling and see whether working together feels like the right fit. There is no pressure or commitment, it is simply an opportunity to ask questions and explore how counselling might support you.
You can contact me to arrange a time that works for you.
Email: karenmcounselling@protonmail.com
Or use the contact form below and I will get back to you as soon as possible.
Sometimes we just want to make sense of difficult or challenging times in life, counselling can provide the safe space you need to explore and re-evaluate.
You might be feeling…
- overwhelmed or emotionally exhausted
- anxious or constantly on edge
- stuck in patterns that feel hard to change
- disconnected from yourself or others
- affected by past experiences that still feel present today
- unsure where to start but knowing something needs to change
If any of this resonates with you, counselling can provide a safe space to explore what you are experiencing and begin to move forward at your own pace.
I believe that we each have the ability to live a fulfilled life, regardless of your age or life stage it’s never too late to LIVE! You can begin to move forward.
I am a Registered member of the BACP and hold an enhanced DBS certificate.
My counselling room is based in Linford Wood, Milton Keynes.
How I Work
All sessions are 50 minutes in length. For continuity sessions will ideally be held weekly/fortnightly on the same day and time. I offer both daytime and evening sessions Monday to Thursday. Face to face sessions from the Milton Keynes Business Centre, Linford Wood. Video/Zoom sessions. Walk and talk sessions are available in Milton Keynes during daylight hours only. Walk and talk therapy takes place outdoors walking side by side. For some it may feel easier to talk to a counsellor in this relaxed way whilst walking.
Pricing
Face to face sessions £60
Walk and talk sessions £60
Video/Zoom sessions £60
Sessions are payable 24 hours in advance by bank transfer. I require 48 hours notice if you want to cancel/reschedule your session, any cancelations with less than 48 hours notice will be charged the full session price.
Areas I Work With
Anger management
Anxiety
Behaviour problems
Bullying
Depression
Domestic abuse
Emotional abuse
Family issues
Low self-confidence
Low self-esteem
Panic attacks
Sexual abuse
Relationship problems
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Sex problems
Stress
Suicidal thoughts
Trauma
My Approach
As an integrative counsellor, I work in a client-centred, flexible and creative way. Rather than using a single approach, I draw on different therapeutic methods so that our work together can be tailored to your individual needs.
I will not judge you or tell you what to do. Instead, I will work alongside you to help you explore and process your thoughts, feelings and experiences. Together we can look at your difficulties from different perspectives and gently explore the choices and patterns that may be affecting your life.
Counselling is not a one-size-fits-all process. The work we do together will develop at a pace that feels right for you. Being able to share your experiences in a safe space, where you feel heard and valued, can bring about meaningful healing and change. I have experience working with a range of issues and regularly undertake additional training to support my professional development.
I have a particular interest in trauma and how it can manifest in the body and affect the nervous system.
Trauma and chronic stress can have a significant impact on the body. When we experience something overwhelming, the system may become stuck in fight, flight or freeze mode. This can lead to symptoms such as anxiety, insomnia, raised stress hormones and physical tension. It can also contribute to difficulties such as avoidance, communication problems,
dissociation and digestive discomfort.
Counselling can help you develop awareness of how your body responds to stress and difficult experiences. By learning to tune into these responses, it becomes possible to gradually support the nervous system to feel safer and more regulated.
In my work, I combine both top-down and bottom-up approaches to counselling.
Top-Down Approach
A top-down approach works with the thinking and reflective part of the brain (the prefrontal cortex). This can help you understand and challenge negative thoughts or beliefs about yourself. As these patterns begin to shift, people often notice improvements in emotions such as anxiety, worry, anger or sadness. Physical symptoms linked to stress, such as headaches, sleep difficulties or digestive problems, can also improve.
Bottom-Up Approach
A bottom-up approach works with the body and deeper areas of the brain connected to survival and emotional responses, including the brainstem and limbic system. This approach can help process experiences that may be stored in the nervous system.
Some of the approaches I may draw upon include:
Somatic Experiencing
Developing awareness of sensations in the body and using grounding techniques to support nervous system regulation.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Exploring and understanding different inner parts of ourselves with compassion and curiosity.
Expressive Arts Therapy
Using creative processes such as imagery or art to support emotional expression and healing.
Get in touch
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange an initial assessment appointment. This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.
You can also call me on 07570 150496 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me first.
In addition to providing face-to-face therapy in Milton Keynes, I also offer online sessions for clients throughout the UK. Contact me to find out more about how online therapy works.
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