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If you’re looking in Cheltenham, UK, these are good places to start, depending on your age, budget and what kind of support you want:

• NHS Talking Therapies (Gloucestershire) — Free for adults aged 18+ with a Gloucestershire GP, especially for anxiety and low mood. You can self-refer online or call 0800 073 2200. The service mainly offers CBT-based support. (ghc.nhs.uk)
• Listening Post — A local counselling charity with a Cheltenham centre at Hesters Way Community Resource Centre. It offers in-person, phone and video counselling; it asks for a contribution based on what you can afford, and says no one is turned away on financial grounds. Call 01242 256060 or email cheltenham@lpost.org.uk. (listeningpost.org.uk)
• Gloucestershire Counselling Service — Offers individual, couples, and child and family counselling in Cheltenham. Adult sessions are listed at £55, with some subsidised places; the service says subsidised spaces can involve a longer wait. (gloscounselling.org.uk)
• SHARE Young People’s Counselling Service — Free counselling for young people aged 11–25, at Oakley Community Resource Centre. Contact them by text or WhatsApp on 07928 775015. (shareypcs.org.uk)
• Private counsellors — If you’d prefer to choose someone directly, directories such as Counselling Directory list local therapists and their specialisms, formats and credentials. Check availability and fees with the therapist, and look for membership of an appropriate professional register. (counselling-directory.org.uk)

A useful first step is to contact two or three services and ask about current waiting times, fees, therapy approach, and experience with the issue you want help with. If you tell me your age range, budget and whether you prefer NHS, low-cost or private therapy, I can narrow this down.

If you’re looking for therapy in Cheltenham, a good place to start is with a mix of local private counsellors, broader counselling clinics, and free or low-cost services. The strongest options in the results include Therapy with Ben, My Solution Wellbeing, Sophie Page, Janie Cruse Counselling, Cathy Cook / New Life Counselling, and the BACP directory for more accredited therapists in Cheltenham.^14171813

Here are some Cheltenham counselling services to consider, depending on what you want:

• Therapy with Ben — integrative counselling for adults, with in-person, online, and walk-and-talk options; based in central Cheltenham and listed at £60 per session.¹⁵
• My Solution Wellbeing — offers professional counselling in Cheltenham for adults, children, young people, couples, and families, plus secure online sessions.⁴
• Sophie Page — an accredited counsellor working from central Cheltenham on set weekdays, offering face-to-face or online sessions for issues including anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, bereavement, and trauma.¹⁷
• Janie Cruse Counselling — works with couples, individuals, and young people, with sessions in person or online in central Cheltenham.¹⁸
• Cathy Cook / New Life Counselling — offers a free initial 30–50 minute consultation by phone, online, or in person, with free parking.¹³
• Cheltenham’s Counselling and Supervision Centre — offers counselling for adults and children, in person or online, and is listed as a local option in Cheltenham.³²⁰
• Cheltenham Trauma and Counselling Clinic / Psychology Today listings — useful if you want therapists working with trauma, EMDR, CBT, or ACT.⁹
• BACP therapist directory — a good route if you want to filter for BACP-registered therapists in Cheltenham.¹²

If you want free or lower-cost help, these local services from Be Well Glos may be worth considering:

• The Listening Post — counselling support for Gloucestershire adults.[Be Well Glos]
• SHARE Young People’s Counselling Service — free counselling for ages 11–25 in Cheltenham, including text, WhatsApp, email, or face-to-face support.[Be Well Glos]
• Longfield — free counselling for adults with a progressive life-limiting condition.[Be Well Glos]
• Gloucestershire Support After Suicide Service (GSASS) — support for people aged 18+ bereaved by suicide.[Be Well Glos]
• Gloucestershire Domestic Abuse Support Service (GDASS) — support for people over 16 experiencing domestic abuse.[Be Well Glos]
• Relate — confidential counselling for couples or individuals with relationship problems.[Be Well Glos]
• Talk Well / Tic+ — counselling and support for young people and families.[Be Well Glos]
• Childline — free, private counselling for those under 19.[Be Well Glos]

If you want, I can also narrow this down by budget, therapist type (BACP/UKCP), online vs in-person, or the issue you want help with.

Therapy and counselling options in Cheltenham (Gloucestershire) can be chosen based on individual needs, budget, and therapy preferences across several well-regarded local services:

1. Free NHS Therapy

• Gloucestershire NHS Talking Therapies (formerly Let's Talk)
• Best for: Mild-to-moderate depression, generalized anxiety, panic, phobias, stress, and OCD.
• Approach: Evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), guided self-help, and short-term counselling.
• Cost: Free via the NHS.
• Access: You can self-refer directly online or by phone without waiting for a GP appointment.

2. Affordable & Charity-Based Counselling

If you want longer-term or open-ended therapy without high private rates, these local non-profit organisations are strong choices:

• The Listening Post (Cheltenham Branch)
• Location: Hester’s Way Community Resource Centre.
• Best for: Adults seeking affordable, non-judgmental, one-to-one counselling.
• Cost: Donation-based (sliding scale according to what you can comfortably afford).
• Overview: A well-established charity accredited by the BACP, offering up to several months of weekly support.

• Gloucestershire Counselling Service (GCS)
• Location: 51 Rodney Road, Cheltenham (central).
• Best for: Psychodynamic counselling, relational issues, couples, and family support.
• Cost: Subsidised / sliding-scale fees based on household income.
• Overview: One of the largest and oldest charitable counselling providers in the county.

• TIC+ (Teens in Crisis)
• Best for: Children, young people (aged 9–25), and parents.
• Cost: Free or low-cost services across Gloucestershire.
• Overview: Delivers youth-focused counselling, digital support, and parent support lines.

3. Private Practices & Multi-Disciplinary Clinics

Private therapy typically has minimal waiting lists and allows you to choose your practitioner:

• The Regency Practice
• Location: Royal Crescent / Central Cheltenham.
• Best for: Access to a variety of specialists under one roof, including counselling psychologists, psychotherapists, and hypnotherapists.
• Cost: Standard private clinic rates (£60–£100+ per session, varying by practitioner).

• Cheltenham Trauma and Counselling Clinic (ChTC)
• Location: Pure Offices, Hatherley Lane.
• Best for: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), complex trauma, severe anxiety, and phobias.
• Approach: Specialises in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), CBT, and ACT.

• Cleeve Therapy Group
• Location: Cheltenham & Bishop's Cleeve.
• Best for: Practical, structured therapy for anxiety, depression, panic, and OCD for adults and teens.
• Approach: Focused predominantly on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).

4. Specialised Support

• Relate Gloucestershire: Specialises in relationship and marriage counselling, as well as family conflict resolution.
• Cruse Bereavement Care (Gloucestershire): Free, dedicated grief and bereavement counselling.

How to Choose & What to Look For

• 1.Accreditation: Ensure any private therapist is registered with a recognised professional body, such as the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), UKCP (UK Council for Psychotherapy), or BPS/HCPC (for psychologists).
• 2.Directories: If you prefer searching for an independent practitioner based on location, therapy style, or gender, consult the BACP Therapist Directory or the Counselling Directory (searchable by Cheltenham postcodes GL50, GL51, GL52, etc.).
• 3.Initial Consultation: Most therapists offer an initial 15-to-30-minute introductory call (often free or at a reduced rate) to ensure their style is a good fit before you commit to regular sessions.

Cheltenham has a good range of therapy options, from private one-to-one practitioners to free charity and NHS-linked services. The "right" one really depends on what you need (individual vs. couples, adult vs. young person, low-cost vs. private, in-person vs. online) and what you can afford. Here's a breakdown based on the services listed in and around the town.

Private individual therapy and clinics

These are self-referral, generally paid services. Ratings come from public reviews and are only a rough guide.

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There's also Emma Johnsey, a BACP-accredited counsellor, mental health nurse and equine psychotherapist with nearly 20 years' experience. She works with adults face-to-face in Cheltenham and offers online and walk-and-talk sessions across Gloucester, Tewkesbury, Cirencester and the Forest of Dean. Her approaches include CBT, person-centred, EMDR-informed work and equine psychotherapy, and she offers a free initial phone or video call to discuss your needs. simply-therapies.co.uk

Free and low-cost services

Many of these are charities that you can contact directly without a referral from a GP.

• Listening Post Christian Counselling Service – a non-profit offering low-cost counselling, based at Hesters Way Community Resource Centre; rated 4.4 from 9 ratings. exa.ai
• Gloucestershire Counselling Services – a charity providing counselling for individuals, couples, children and families, and schools. bewellglos.org.uk
• Earth Wisdom CIC – free therapeutic group sessions grounded in nature, aimed at reducing anxiety and low mood, with a trauma-informed approach. bewellglos.org.uk

Specialist and age-specific support

• SHARE Young People's Counselling Service – free, volunteer-run counselling for young people aged 11–25, via text, WhatsApp, email or face-to-face. bewellglos.org.uk
• Tic+ / Talk Well – Gloucestershire-based charity offering confidential counselling and support for young people and their families. bewellglos.org.uk
• Childline – national free, confidential service for under-19s. bewellglos.org.uk
• Relate – confidential counselling for couples or individuals with relationship difficulties. bewellglos.org.uk
• Longfield – free counselling for adults over 18 with a progressive, life-limiting condition. bewellglos.org.uk
• Gloucestershire Support After Suicide Service (GSASS) – support for adults bereaved by suicide. bewellglos.org.uk
• Gloucestershire Domestic Abuse Support Service (GDASS) – support programmes for people aged 16+ experiencing domestic abuse. bewellglos.org.uk

How to choose

A few practical points worth checking before you commit:

• 1.Accreditation – look for registration with BACP, UKCP, BABCP or HCPC. Several of the services above advertise UKCP or BACP credentials.
• 2.Cost and format – charities such as the Listening Post and Gloucestershire Counselling Services may offer low-cost or sliding-scale fees; private practitioners may offer online or walk-and-talk sessions instead of a fixed office.
• 3.Specialism – if your difficulty is specific (trauma, bereavement, relationships, young people's mental health), it's often worth prioritising a service that works with that regularly.
• 4.Free intro call – many therapists, including Emma Johnsey, offer a short free phone or video call so you can check the fit before booking. simply-therapies.co.uk

Importantly, many of these services are free, confidential and can be accessed directly without a referral — support is available from NHS and council-commissioned services as well as local and national charities. bewellglos.org.uk

One caveat: opening hours, fees and availability change, and review ratings reflect a small number of people, so it's worth checking each service's website or phoning ahead. I can't recommend one specific service for your situation, but if you tell me whether you're looking for yourself or someone else, your budget, and whether you'd prefer in-person or online, I can help you narrow the list down.

For therapy in Cheltenham, these are practical options to start with, depending on cost, age, and the kind of support you want. Availability and fees change, so check current details directly.

Free NHS option (adults)

Gloucestershire NHS Talking Therapies (also known as Let’s Talk) is the main free NHS service for people aged 18+ registered with a Gloucestershire GP. It offers evidence-based talking therapies, mainly CBT, for issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, panic, phobias, OCD, and PTSD. You can self-refer (no GP referral required) by phone on 0800 073 2200 or via the service page on the Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust site. Support can be in person, by phone, or online.

Lower-cost and charity services

• Listening Post — A long-standing Gloucestershire charity offering counselling to adults (18+) on a donation basis (they suggest a contribution, often from around £20, and say people are not turned away for lack of money). The Cheltenham centre is at Hester’s Way Community Resource Centre, Cassin Drive, GL51 7SU. Cheltenham: 01242 256060. It is an organisational member of the BACP. Sessions can be face to face, phone, or video. Note that the organisation has a Christian foundation but states it serves anyone.
• Gloucestershire Counselling Service (GCS) — Countywide charity with venues including Cheltenham, plus online sessions. Typical fee is around £55 per session, with some subsidised places. Details and registration are on gloscounselling.org.uk.
• Essential Space — Community counselling and mentoring for adults, children, and young people, with a sliding-scale “pay what you can” model (often cited in the £20–£60 range). Based between Cheltenham and Gloucester (including Kingsley House, Shurdington) and also used in central Cheltenham. Website: essentialspace.co.uk.

Specialist private clinic

Cheltenham Trauma and Counselling Clinic offers counselling and psychological therapy for common problems (anxiety, depression, bereavement, OCD, stress, trauma, and related issues), including approaches such as CBT, EMDR, and ACT. The team includes counselling psychologists and a psychodynamic counsellor. Main site: Pure Offices, Cheltenham Office Park, Hatherley Lane, GL51 6SH. Phone: 01242 806274 or 07501 251681. Website: chtc.co.uk.

Private individual therapists

Many BACP-registered (and some UKCP or HCPC-registered) counsellors and psychologists work in central Cheltenham and nearby, in person and online. Typical private fees in listings are often roughly £45–£70+ per session, sometimes with concessions. Good places to search and compare:

• Psychology Today – Cheltenham
• Counselling Directory (search Cheltenham)

Look for professional registration (BACP, UKCP, or HCPC for psychologists), a clear description of approach and issues they work with, and whether they offer a short initial call.

If the person is under 25

Let’s Talk Well (formerly TIC+) offers free counselling and support for young people aged about 9–25 across Gloucestershire, including face-to-face, online, and phone options, plus a chat service. Phone: 01594 372777. Website: talkwell.org.uk.

How to choose

Match the service to what you need (short-term practical CBT vs longer-term exploratory counselling, trauma-focused work, couples, neurodiversity, low cost, etc.). A brief introductory call is normal and useful. Check registration, confidentiality, and cancellation policies before committing.

If you are in crisis or feel unsafe, contact Samaritans on 116 123, NHS 111, or emergency services (999). Local mental health crisis support in Gloucestershire is available via 0800 169 0398.

If you share the kind of issue, age group, budget, or preference (in person vs online, short-term vs open-ended), I can narrow this further.

I'll search for current information on counselling services in Cheltenham to give you helpful, up-to-date options.There are several good options for counselling in Cheltenham, depending on whether you want a multi-therapist practice, an individual counsellor, a directory to browse, or a free/low-cost NHS route. Here's a rundown:

Multi-Therapist Practices

The Regency Practice – this practice has experts qualified in various therapies such as hypnotherapy, psychotherapy, counseling, and psychology, with therapy rooms inspired by the beauty of the Cotswolds. Their qualified therapists are registered with authoritative bodies such as BACP and AFSFH. They have a sizeable team covering different specialisms — including an experienced BACP-registered psychodynamic therapist who has worked with grief, anxiety, OCD, sexual abuse, and relationship difficulties, as well as a counsellor/supervisor with over 33 years of experience, and two psychotherapists with a wealth of experience in neurodiversity.

My Solution Wellbeing Cheltenham – their experienced therapists regularly help clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, workplace stress, relationship difficulties, bereavement, family concerns and many other emotional challenges. They offer counselling for adults, children, young people, couples and families, with comfortable rooms in Cheltenham as well as secure online appointments, and you can contact them directly without needing a GP referral, though referrals from healthcare professionals, employers and organisations are also welcome.

Essentia Counselling & Psychotherapy – based in the Cheltenham/Gloucestershire area, their counsellor draws from a range of proven therapies tailored to individual needs, taking into account relationships, general health and wellbeing.

Individual Private Practitioners

• Helen Smith Therapy – a therapist, psychotherapist and counsellor based in Pittville, Cheltenham, working as an integrative therapist with adults and teenagers.
• Therapy with Ben – offers person-centred therapy and counselling in Cheltenham, with face-to-face, online, and walk-and-talk sessions with a qualified male therapist, based at Suite 1, Portland House, 4 Albion St, Cheltenham, in the centre of town.
• Carmen Roberts Counselling – an experienced Cheltenham-based therapist specialising in individual therapy and couples counselling, who is registered with the BACP, works with individuals and couples, and also volunteers at Cruse Bereavement Care on sudden and traumatic death cases.
• Debbie Fitchsampson (DF Counselling) – an experienced accredited counsellor in Cheltenham and Bishop's Cleeve, offering counselling for anxiety, depression, relationships, and bereavement.
• Julie Wales Counselling – offers a unique counselling service for all aspects of family life, specialising in counselling parents of children with special needs or disabilities.
• Reset Therapy Cheltenham – provides support for individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, panic attacks, and self-esteem issues, with a somewhat unique angle given the counsellor is also a sports physical therapist, enabling a focus on the mind-body link, especially when recovering from injury.

Directories to Browse More Options

If you'd like to compare multiple therapists yourself:

• BACP Therapist Directory – connects you with approximately 18,000+ BACP registered therapists, offering a range of therapies for adults, children and families. It's worth choosing a therapist on a Professional Standards Authority accredited register like BACP, since this gives assurance they meet professional standards of proficiency, training and ethical practice.
• Counselling Directory and Psychology Today UK also list numerous Cheltenham-based practitioners with varying specialisms (anxiety, trauma, EMDR, neurodivergence, couples work, etc.), letting you filter by approach, gender, or in-person vs. online.
• findmytherapistdirectory.com and StarOfService are smaller directories also listing local Cheltenham practitioners.

Free/Low-Cost Route

Don't overlook the NHS option: the NHS Talking Therapies programme offers free counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression, and you can refer yourself directly without needing a GP referral. This is worth considering first if cost is a factor, though waiting lists can be long and the types of therapy may be limited compared to private options.

My suggestion

If you want to shop around for the right personality fit, the directories (BACP, Counselling Directory, Psychology Today) let you filter by specialism and read short bios before reaching out. If you'd prefer a practice that handles the matching for you, My Solution Wellbeing or The Regency Practice both offer to pair you with a suitable therapist from their team. Many practitioners offer a free initial chat or consultation, so it's worth contacting a couple to see who feels like the right fit before committing.

I'll research counselling options in Cheltenham for you.

I see Cheltenham options in both the UK and Australia — I'll gather detailed profiles to help you compare.

I've found some promising initial leads — now I'll dig into the details of each service.

Assuming you mean Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, UK - here are counselling options to consider for therapy, depending on cost, specialism and format:

If you meant Cheltenham, VIC Australia, let me know - most results below are UK-based.

1. Established local organisations

Gloucestershire Counselling Service (GCS)

• Registered charity and “one of its principal aims is to make quality counselling accessible to the people of Gloucestershire.”
• Has “counselling venues in Stroud, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Tewkesbury and Cirencester”, and also listed as having “venues in Cirencester, Tewkesbury, Cheltenham, Stroud, Gloucester and Forest of Dean.”
• Cheltenham location is listed as: “Address: 51 Rodney Road, Cheltenham GL50 1HX”, with rooms “on the first floor of 51 Rodney Road.”
• Offers work with “Adults, Children & Families, Schools and Couples services.”
• Good to consider if you want an established, BACP-accredited local provider - GCS “is accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).”

Essential Space - Low-cost option

• “We offer an easy-to-access affordable counselling and mentoring service for children, young people, and adults, which can be delivered face-to-face or online.”
• “Our Services Include: Counselling for adults and young people”, “Low-cost discounted counselling”, “Specialised Neurodiversity Support”, “Therapy Dog Sessions”, and “Identity Space - LGBTQIA+ mentoring and counselling”
• For adults in Gloucestershire, “The pay what you can fee is negotiated, depending upon your circumstances”
• “We are based at Kingsley House which is in-between Gloucester and Cheltenham near the A46, off Shurdington Road and at Studio 2B in Stroud, Gloucestershire.”
• Consider this if cost is a barrier, or you want neurodiversity-affirming or LGBTQIA+ specific support - they note “1-1 or group support is available” for “young people and adults face to face or online.”

Cheltenham Trauma and Counselling Clinic - CHTC

• “Dr Joanna Nowill is a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, Trauma Specialist and practitioner of EMDR, CBT, Solution Focused Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy.”
• Also lists “Andy Flack is an accredited UKCP Psychotherapist and HCPC registered Psychologist.”
• “We now offer our full psychology services from CHTC at ‘Pure Offices’, Cheltenham Office Park, Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham GL51 6SH.”
• Consider for trauma, PTSD, EMDR and more clinical psychology-led work.

2. Private practitioners in central Cheltenham

Therapy with Ben

• “I’m Ben, an integrative counsellor/therapist in Cheltenham, working with adults of all genders.”
• Approach is described as: “My approach is integrative, which means I adapt therapy to you rather than following one rigid method.”
• Works with “Anxiety, troubled thoughts, constant self-criticism”, “Low mood, depression, lack of motivation”, “Life changes, relationship problems, feeling lost” and “Neurodiversity (Autism/ADHD) and masking”
• “Usually £60 per session.” with “Concessions available for counselling students and those in financial difficulty.”
• Room at: “Suite 1, Portland House, 4 Albion St, Cheltenham, GL52 2LG, in the centre of Cheltenham.”
• “I'm a fully qualified, insured counsellor and a registered member of both the BACP and NCPS.” plus in-person, online and walk-and-talk: “Counselling & Therapy In-person, online nationwide, and walk-and-talk”

Psychologist in Town - Cheltenham

• “Private psychological psychotherapy and counselling for adults, couples and adolescents in Cheltenham.” “We help individuals and couples with issues such as anxiety, stress and trauma using a range of therapies.”
• Address listed as “Basement Flat 8 Sydenham Road North, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 6EA”
• “We charge £150 for an Individual appointment and £170 for a Couple counselling appointment.”
• Consider if you want psychologist-led, higher-intensity therapy for individuals or couples.

Other private styles:

• CBT / Coaching: “I offer Training, Coaching and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in Cheltenham, UK, and Online.”, in “a calm, private setting—either face-to-face in the Counselling Cabin or online.”
• Walk & Talk: one counsellor notes “I offer face-to-face, Walk & Talk therapy as well as online.” and “Walk & Talk therapy in Pittville Park.” with “Price Range: £60.00 per session”

Many therapists rent rooms centrally, e.g. “Cheltenham Counselling Rooms, 10 Bath Street Cheltenham, England, GL50 1YE” which has “3 counselling rooms and 1 larger therapy room available to hire.” - so you will see the same Bath Street / Cambray Place addresses for lots of independents.

3. Free NHS route

Gloucestershire NHS Talking Therapies

• Described as “your free, friendly and approachable local NHS service that treats common issues like depression, stress, anxiety and phobias using evidence-based talking therapies.”
• “You do not need to be referred by a GP and you can refer yourself online by visiting our website.”
• Also: “You don’t need to see a GP for a referral. You can self-refer to the NHS via Let’s Talk. This service is free.”

You can also ask your GP practice about “Gloucestershire Counselling Service (GCS), who have venues in Cheltenham, Stroud and Gloucester.”

4. How to broaden your search

• Psychology Today lists “Number of Counsellors in Cheltenham 100+”
• Counselling Directory notes “We have 84 results within 15 miles that meet your criteria.”

When you shortlist, check:

• 1.Accreditation - BACP, UKCP, BPS, HCPC or NCPS registered
• 2.Specialism - trauma/EMDR, CBT for anxiety/depression, couples, children/young people 5-18 / 13+, neurodiversity, LGBTQIA+
• 3.Format - in-person in Cheltenham, online, phone, walk-and-talk
• 4.Fee and wait time - NHS free but waitlist vs private £60-£170/session vs pay-what-you-can low-cost

What are you mainly looking for - anxiety, depression, trauma, couples/relationships, low-cost, or child/young person support? I can narrow this to 3-4 best-fit services.

Here are some good starting points for couples/relationship counselling in Cheltenham, depending on what matters most:

• Gloucestershire Counselling Service (GCS) — A local not-for-profit option. Its couples counselling is online by video, costs £70 per session, and is described as BACP-accredited and supervised. GCS also has face-to-face venues in Cheltenham for its individual counselling, but couples sessions are currently remote. Ask about current availability when registering. (gloscounselling.org.uk)
• Julie Wales Counselling — Face-to-face couples sessions in central Cheltenham, at Cheltenham Therapy Rooms or Cheltenham Mediation & Therapy Rooms. Listed fee: £80 for one hour. Her site also mentions neurodiverse couples counselling. (juliewalescounselling.co.uk)
• Carmen Roberts Counselling — Based on St George’s Road in Cheltenham; she says she is BACP-registered and qualified in Relational Couples Therapy. Contact her to confirm fees and availability. (carmenroberts-counselling.com)
• Debbie Bloomfield — Listed in the BACP directory for face-to-face sessions in Cheltenham town centre, with online options. The listed couples fees are £60 for an hour or £80 for 90 minutes; check the current rate and availability directly. (bacp.co.uk)
• Relate — Worth considering if you’d prefer an established relationship-counselling service. It starts with an assessment to check fit and says six to twelve sessions is usual, though the approach depends on your situation. Confirm whether it can currently offer a suitable local or online option. (relate.org.uk)

My quick shortlist: For local in-person sessions, start by contacting Julie Wales and Carmen Roberts. For a charity-run service or online option, try GCS. Compare the first appointment, total session length and cost, waiting time, and whether the counsellor has experience with your particular issue. A brief introductory call can also help you both decide whether the therapist feels like a good fit.

If there’s coercion, violence or fear in the relationship, consider seeking confidential support individually before trying joint counselling.

In Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, the strongest options for relationship (couples) counselling tend to be services or practitioners with specific couples training, rather than general counsellors who also see couples. “Best” depends on the issues involved, preferred approach, budget, and personal fit, so an initial conversation is usually the most useful filter.

Specialist relationship services

The Relationship Therapy Centre (formerly Relate Severn and Wye) A charity focused on relationship, couples, family, and sex therapy. It covers Cheltenham and the wider Gloucestershire area, with face-to-face and other options, daytime and evening appointments. Sessions are typically in the £60–£90 range, with lower charges or support possible for people on lower incomes. It has a long history in relationship work (originally as part of the Relate network). Contact via their site or local numbers such as 01905 28051; they also appear at venues such as The Practice Rooms. Local listings have also referenced Relate Gloucestershire sessions around Bath Street (GL50) at roughly £55 with possible bursaries—confirm current arrangements directly, as organisational details have changed.

Nick Haynes Works exclusively with couples. He is a certified Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) therapist (an evidence-based couples approach), previously worked for Relate Oxford for about 10 years, and estimates thousands of couple sessions. Based at The Isbourne Centre, Cheltenham (GL50). Fees are about £80 face-to-face or £75 online for 50 minutes. Phone: 07890 850563. A strong choice if you want a specialist who focuses only on relationship work.

Sarah Henry Relate-trained with a Diploma in Relationship Counselling (MNCPS Acc., MBACP). Works with couples and individuals on communication, trust, infidelity, intimacy, separation, blended families, and related issues. Based at The Practice Rooms, Cambray Place, Cheltenham (GL50), with online options. Couples work is often structured as individual assessments (around £50 each) then joint sessions (around £75). Contact via 01242 500101 or her directory listings.

Other local practitioners who offer couples work

• Julie Wales — Couples counselling in Cheltenham (including venues such as Essential Space and Cheltenham Mediation Centre) and online; free short consultation. Phone: 07412 651 894.
• Carolin Sternecker — BACP-accredited integrative psychotherapist offering couples and family therapy, including intercultural and neurodiversity-related relationship work. Couples sessions around £120 for 75 minutes; in-person in Cheltenham and online (English and German).
• Jellybean Counselling (Fiona Childs) — MBACP; specialises in relationship patterns (partners, family, and self). Sessions in a garden room near Cheltenham (Shurdington) or online; around £65. Long private-practice experience.
• Others listed on directories with couples training or experience include Stephanie Jones, Beth O’Sullivan, Sally Regan, and David Sherborn-Hoare (fees commonly in the £55–£85 range for couples sessions). Gloucestershire Counselling Service also offers couples work (noted as remote in some listings) at around £70, with some subsidised places.

How to choose and next steps

Look for registration with a Professional Standards Authority-accredited body (commonly BACP or NCPS) and specific couples training (Relate, EFT, Gottman, or similar). General individual counselling qualifications do not automatically mean someone is well equipped for joint relationship work.

Typical private fees in the area run roughly £50–£120 per session. Many offer a short initial call. Directories that let you filter by location, couples work, and credentials include:

• Counselling Directory (search Cheltenham / couples)
• Psychology Today (UK)
• BACP’s therapist directory

Important caveats: Couples counselling is generally not recommended where there is ongoing domestic abuse or coercive control—individual specialist support is safer. Availability, fees, and exact locations change, so confirm details directly. If cost is a barrier, ask charities about sliding scales or bursaries, and check whether any local funded places are open.

If you share more about the issues (for example communication, trust, sex/intimacy, separation, or neurodiversity) or constraints (budget, evenings only, online preferred), I can narrow this further.

The strongest Cheltenham options for relationship counselling are Relate Cheltenham, The Relationship Therapy Centre, and several local couples-focused private therapists with good availability and/or strong specialist fit.[nhs.uk][thepracticerooms.co.uk][psychologytoday.com]

• Relate Cheltenham is the most established mainstream option: it is the UK’s largest relationship support charity, offers relationship counselling and psychosexual therapy, and says it can help couples or individuals regardless of situation or sexual orientation.[nhs.uk]
• The Relationship Therapy Centre at The Practice Rooms in Cheltenham explicitly says its mission is to help improve any relationship, making it a strong specialist choice for couples work.[thepracticerooms.co.uk]
• Nick Haynes is worth considering if you want a therapist who says he works exclusively in couples, relationship, and marriage guidance counselling in Cheltenham.[counselling-directory.org.uk]
• Julie Wales and Carolin Sternecker both advertise couples/family counselling in Cheltenham, which may suit people looking for a more private practice approach.[juliewalescounselling.co.uk][sterneckerpsychotherapy.co.uk]
• Beth O’Sullivan offers both individual and couples work, with sessions from £45 and options for online or face-to-face therapy in Cheltenham.[bacp.co.uk]

If you want the “best” by practical criteria:

A few additional Cheltenham options also advertise relationship/couples work, including Cathy Cook, Janie Cruse, Denis Victor, and Great Western Counselling and Psychotherapy.[psychologytoday.com]

If you want, I can turn this into a ranked shortlist based on your priorities, such as cost, couples-only expertise, BACP registration, or availability this week.

If you're looking for relationship counselling in Cheltenham, here are some of the strongest options based on reputation, accreditation, and service range:

Established Charities & Centres

The Relationship Therapy Centre (formerly Relate) – This is one of the most trusted options, with a long track record. They have helped thousands of clients since 1938, firstly as the Marriage Guidance Council, then as Relate, and now as The Relationship Therapy Centre, which is part of Relationships England and Wales. They continue to be at the forefront of best practice, offering a range of counselling specialisms through a team of twenty-five highly trained and experienced counsellors who support individuals, couples, families, children and young people. Notably, nine out of ten of their past clients would recommend their services to others, reflecting the tangible difference they make in people's lives. They're based at The Practice Rooms in Cheltenham.

My Solution Wellbeing Counselling – A larger private practice with significant choice. They have two clinics based in the city centre and Cheltenham Oadby, with over 100 experienced counsellors with expertise in Couples Counselling, Marriage Counselling and Relationship Counselling. You can book an appointment and see a therapist within 48 hours, choosing your counsellor and seeing live availability online. Costs start from £75 for a 50-minute session, with no waiting list.

Independent Specialist Practitioners

Nick Haynes – Provides relationship counselling in Cheltenham and Stroud near Gloucester, based at The Isbourne Centre. His approach is warm, supportive and helps both partners feel heard, understood and entitled to their experience.

Jacqui McCranor – Offers a structured approach: after an initial chat and assessment session, she invites each partner individually over the following two weeks to build understanding, then meets weekly to create a consistent therapeutic space, with reviews every 8 weeks.

Jennifer Horsfall – An experienced couples counsellor working in Cheltenham who specialises in issues with communication, sex, and intimacy.

Alice Phillpott – An experienced Relate-trained integrative counsellor currently working with both couples and individuals to help them improve the quality of their relationships, with fees from £55 to £75 per hour (student counsellors £45 per hour).

Catherine Hews – Focuses on strengthening communication, rebuilding trust, and rediscovering the connection that brought couples together, with an emphasis on building practical skills such as active listening and constructive ways of working through conflict.

Directories Worth Browsing

• Psychology Today's Cheltenham directory lists multiple BACP/UKCP-accredited couples and marriage counsellors with searchable specialisms.
• Therapycouples.org has a dedicated Cheltenham-area listing of couples therapists, including some offering online sessions for added flexibility.

Tips for Choosing

• Check accreditation: Look for BACP, UKCP, or Relate-trained credentials — several practitioners above hold these.
• Online vs in-person: Many Cheltenham therapists, including those at My Solution Wellbeing and on Therapycouples.org, offer daytime, evening and weekend appointments face to face or online.
• Cost varies widely — from around £55/hour (student counsellors) up to £75+ for a 50-minute session with established practitioners.
• Book a consultation first — many offer a brief initial call (e.g., Jacqui McCranor offers a free 15-minute phone chat or mini Zoom meet) so you can check compatibility before committing.

I'd recommend starting with The Relationship Therapy Centre if you want a well-established, charity-backed option, or browsing Psychology Today's directory if you want to compare specialisms and read more detailed bios before choosing.

Specialist relationship & couples counselling

Relate Cheltenham is the most established option — Relate is the UK's largest provider of relationship support, and the Cheltenham branch offers relationship counselling and psychosexual therapy. It's based at 10 Bath Street, Cheltenham GL50 1YE (phone 01905 28051), and sees couples or individuals, regardless of sexual orientation. nhs.uk

Cheltenham Counsellor (David) offers couples counselling with specialist training from the Centre for Relational Couples Therapy. Sessions are 60 minutes from £83, with concessionary rates available, and the counsellor covers Cheltenham, Stroud, Gloucester and Tewkesbury (07702 155267). cheltenhamcounsellor.co.uk

My Solution Wellbeing Counselling Cheltenham (Hatherley Lane) is rated 5.0 from 7 ratings and offers couples therapy; one recent reviewer said it "helped our relationship wonders" and praised the calm office. Open 24 hours. exa.ai

General counselling services that may cover relationships

• Psychotherapy and Counselling Service (UKCP registered Individual and Family Service) — 32 Cambray Place; the "family" element means it may be worth asking about couples work. exa.ai
• Listening Post Christian Counselling Service — Hesters Way Community Resource Centre, Cassin Drive; rated 4.4 from 9 ratings and described as a low-cost service, though one reviewer reported a very long wait. exa.ai
• Psychologist in Town – Psychotherapy & Counselling — 8 Sydenham Road, offering psychotherapy and counselling. exa.ai
• Sidwell Counselling Service — at St Pauls Medical Centre, 121 Swindon Road. exa.ai
• Kirsti Scally Counselling and Supervision — 3 Royal Crescent; limited opening days (Mon and Wed). exa.ai
• Creative Change Makers — based at Essential Space Counselling, Alleyne Lodge, Knapp Road. exa.ai

Worth noting

Some entries in local directories aren't specifically relationship services — The Practice Rooms is a therapy room-hire venue (useful for finding an independent counsellor), Inspire Counselling Services is listed as a career counsellor, and Samaritans is a listening/crisis charity rather than ongoing couples therapy. exa.ai

When choosing, it's worth checking that the counsellor is accredited (e.g. BACP, UKCP or COSRT) and has specific couples training, since relationship work differs from individual therapy. Details such as fees, waiting times and opening hours change, so confirm directly before booking.

When looking for relationship and couples counselling in Cheltenham, there are several reputable options ranging from dedicated therapy centres and non-profit services to experienced private practitioners.

1. Established Therapy Hubs

These multidisciplinary practices host various accredited, independent counsellors, allowing you to choose someone who fits your specific relationship dynamic:

• The Practice Rooms (Cheltenham)
• Location: Just off the High Street
• Overview: A well-regarded therapy centre hosting several experienced couples therapists. Practitioners based here include Sarah Henry (a Relate-trained relationship counsellor specialising in communication, infidelity, and blended families) and Carolin Sternecker (integrative therapy focusing on neurodiverse and intercultural couples).
• Cheltenham Counselling Rooms
• Location: 10 Bath Street
• Overview: A central collective of registered counsellors and psychotherapists. Practitioners here offer relationship and psychosexual support, such as Alice Phillpott (Relate-trained integrative counsellor) and Sylvie Worster (relationship and psychodynamic sex therapy registered with COSRT/BACP).

2. Dedicated Charities & Organisations

• Relate (Gloucestershire)
• Overview: Relate is the UK’s leading relationship support charity. They provide specialist relationship counselling, psychosexual therapy, and separation/divorce mediation. They offer both in-person sessions across Gloucestershire as well as phone and video appointments, often operating with sliding-scale fee contributions.

3. Established Private Practitioners

Several private relationship therapists in and around Cheltenham offer specialist frameworks:

• Jennifer Horsfall Counselling: An experienced couples counsellor focusing on underlying communication patterns, intimacy, recurring conflict loops, and amicable separation support.
• Jacqueline McCranor Counselling: Provides structured couples therapy, often starting with a joint assessment followed by individual sessions before regular joint work, dealing with infidelity, life transitions, and restoring connection.
• Julie Wales Counselling: Particularly known in the Gloucestershire area for working with neurodiverse relationships (e.g., ADHD/autism in relationships) and broader family dynamics.

Tips for Choosing the Right Option

• 1.Verify Credentials: Relationship counselling requires specialised training beyond general individual counselling. Look for practitioners who are Relate-trained or registered with recognised professional bodies such as the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), UKCP, or COSRT (for psychosexual and intimacy issues).
• 2.Utilise Free Consultations: Many couples therapists offer a brief initial phone call (10–15 minutes). Use this time to ensure both partners feel comfortable with the therapist’s neutrality and approach.
• 3.Directories for More Options: If you have specific scheduling or budget constraints, you can search verified listings on:

• BACP Register (`bacp.co.uk`)
• Counselling Directory (`counselling-directory.org.uk`)
• Psychology Today UK (filtering by Cheltenham and Couples Therapy)

I'll search for top-rated relationship counselling options in Cheltenham.

I see Cheltenham could refer to the UK or Australia — I'll focus on the UK and gather more detailed options.

I'll open a few key pages to get detailed information on these counsellors.

I'll look up more specifics on providers like Relate and local therapy centres.

Assuming Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, UK, these are the best-regarded options for relationship / couples counselling:

1. Relate Gloucestershire & Swindon - Best for all-round, established choice

We're the UK's largest provider of relationship support, and last year we helped over two million people of all ages, backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender identities

• Who for: Adults, Couples, Teens
• Includes: Relationship Counselling, also family counselling and psychosexual therapy, plus advice on marriage, LGBT issues, divorce and parenting
• Where: 16-17 Clarence Parade, Cheltenham, England GL50 3PA
• Cost / access: Some Relate Centres may be able to offer reduced rates, with Payment: Sliding Scale, Pro-bono listed

Best if you want the national specialist organisation, in-person in central Cheltenham, with LGBTQ-inclusive practice.

2. Nick Haynes Relationship Counselling - Best for specialist couples-only experience

I am an experienced couples, relationship and marriage guidance counsellor and I specialize exclusively in this field, offering couple sessions in Cheltenham.

• In the past I worked for Relate Oxford for 10 yrs between 2005- 2015
• I estimate that I have given over 10,000 couple counselling sessions
• Covers: affairs, betrayal & guilt, Anger, arguments, fights & tension, Communication issues, separation & divorce, sexual relationship issues, emotional closeness - lack or loss of
• Method: As a couples counsellor I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and am a Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist with ICEEFT
• EFT is described as empirically validated, with 70-73% of couples to be recovered from marital distress

The Isbourne Centre, 3 Wolseley Terrace, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 1TH

In-person and Online via Zoom. First meeting is a 50-min initial consultation.

Best if you want someone who only sees couples and uses EFT.

3. Jennifer Horsfall - Couples Counselling - Best for inclusive, non-blaming approach

I work with all orientations of couples, heterosexual and LGBTQ+

Common themes include:

• improving communication
• developing and improving intimacy and sexual connection
• addressing affairs, betrayal, or trust issues
• managing anger, conflict, and power struggles
• help with separating if your relationship has come to an end

I'm committed to understanding how life is for each of you, without blaming or taking sides.

BACP and HCPC registered private practice in Cheltenham.

4. Julie Wales Counselling - Best for face-to-face local rooms

You can choose from: Face-to-face sessions in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

Consulting Rooms : Cheltenham Therapy Rooms, Alleyne Lodge, Knapp Road, Cheltenham GL50 3QH

Person-centred counselling for couples and individuals, BACP-registered. Also listed at Blake House, Knapp Road, Cheltenham.

Also offers work around life transitions e.g. menopause, ill health, redundancy, becoming parents, and strengthening commitment and shared values.

5. Psychology Today-listed Cheltenham couples counsellors - Best for choice / online

Highly listed examples include:

Stephanie Jones, Counsellor BACP, GL51:

I have a passion for working with couples and can help you both open up, manage conflict, identify strengths

Rachel Hunter Counselling:

Professional Couples and Individual Zoom counselling from the comfort of your own home., LGBTQIA + and all clients warmly welcomed.

Claire King, MBACP, GL50:

Counselling for adults, young people 13+ and couples in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire with fully qualified, experienced counsellor.

can help you remember what is right with your relationship, find ways to communicate more effectively

Average cost per session in Cheltenham is listed as £60. Check individual profiles for BACP / UKCP verification, in-person vs Zoom, and endorsements.

6. Cheltenham's Counselling Centre - Best for low-cost option

Cheltenham’s Counselling Centre

Described as:

we are a 'pay what you can' counselling service supporting adults living in Gloucestershire.

where the fee you pay is an amount that takes into account your individual circumstances on a sliding scale between £15.00-£50.00.

Good first call if cost is a barrier, for relationship issues, anxiety, trauma, domestic abuse and eating disorders support.

7. TherapyCouples network around Cheltenham

Directory for:

Are you looking for relationship counselling / couples therapy in Cheltenham?

Lists e.g. Joanne Searle | UKCP Registered Psychotherapist: Couples & Individuals | Online with 5 out of 5 reviews.

Useful if you want to compare ratings and travel to nearby Stroud / Sheepscombe.

How to choose:

• Look for BACP, UKCP, COSRT or ICEEFT / EFT certification and Relate-trained background - e.g. I am an experienced Relate trained integrative counsellor
• Decide: joint couples sessions vs individual relationship counselling, in-person in Cheltenham vs online
• Ask about initial consultation, fees, cancellation, and approach to conflict, affairs, communication and intimacy

If you tell me budget, in-person vs online preference, and issues - e.g. communication, affair recovery, pre-marital, separation - I can shortlist 2-3 best fits.

Assuming you mean Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, UK, these therapists currently advertise that they’re taking clients or have appointment availability. I can’t confirm a specific open slot without contacting them, so it’s worth checking directly:

• Janine McCafferty — explicitly says she has availability for new clients; in-person in Cheltenham, online or by phone. £55/session, with a free 30-minute initial meeting. Call 07864 080 740. (compassionatecounsellor.co.uk)
• Emilie Sclater, Wanderwood Counselling & Psychotherapy — currently accepting individual adults and couples; in-person in nearby Winchcombe or online, in English or French. Offers a free initial consultation; fees are sliding-scale. Call or text 07404 594 982. (wanderwoodtherapy.co.uk)
• Jessica Thompson — advertises in-person availability Monday and Thursday afternoons, as well as online sessions. Based at 22a Rodney Road; £55/session and a free 15-minute consultation. (psychologytoday.com)

These practitioners invite enquiries to check current availability, but don’t clearly confirm an open slot on their pages:

• Dr Leah Callebaut — in-person in Cheltenham and online; £110 for 50 minutes; offers a free introductory call. (healfeelconnect.co.uk)
• Aaron Shaw — in-person appointments in Cheltenham on Saturdays and online; asks clients to get in touch about current availability. (aaronshawpsychology.com)
• Fleur Atkinson — in-person in Cheltenham and online; asks people to contact her to arrange an initial appointment. £65 for 50 minutes. (fleuratkinson.com)

If you meant a different Cheltenham—for example, Cheltenham in Victoria, Australia—tell me which one and I’ll narrow the list.

Short answer: the only Cheltenham therapist in these results who explicitly states she is taking on new clients is Ceri Schofield — everyone else is a directory listing with opening hours, which tells you when they're contactable, not necessarily when they have a free appointment.

Confirmed as accepting new clients

• Ceri Schofield (Registered Member MBACP) — works from central Cheltenham and online. Her listing says: "I am currently accepting new clients. You are welcome to contact me for up-to-date availability." She offers flexible hours, concessionary rates, 50-minute sessions, and both open-ended and time-limited work. Initial consultation £55, sessions from £55. Phone 01242 506571. bacp.co.uk

• Abby Ord (MA, UKCP Reg. Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred) — an integrative psychotherapist in private practice in Cheltenham, working with adults 18+ for long- or short-term therapy. She says she keeps her availability up to date on her site, offers a free no-obligation phone call to new clients, and usually responds within 24 hours. Phone 07583 391427. cheltenhampsychotherapy.co.uk

Listings with the widest opening hours

These were returned as places open in and around Cheltenham, so they're the most likely to be reachable at short notice — but you'd need to ring to confirm an actual session slot. exa.ai

Other names in the same results: Counselling & Psychotherapy Service (The Practice Rooms), Jane Fizor Therapist (Mon 9–7:30, Sat 10–12), and Abby Ord Psychotherapist.

Practical notes

• The listings date from a Saturday (31 Oct), which is when many of these practices are closed or on reduced hours — Cheltenham Therapy Rooms, Thoughtful Therapy Rooms and Jane Fizor were the only ones showing Saturday cover. exa.ai
• Opening hours ≠ availability. A practice being open 9–9 doesn't mean a therapist has a free slot; only Ceri Schofield and Abby Ord give any indication about current capacity, so those two are the safest first calls.
• If you want to widen the search, the BACP therapist directory lets you filter by Cheltenham and by "accepting new clients" — that's where the Ceri Schofield listing came from. bacp.co.uk

Would you like me to narrow this down — e.g. by therapy type (psychodynamic, CBT, integrative), by day/evening availability, or by fee range?

Availability changes quickly, so these are practitioners and services whose public profiles currently indicate they are taking clients or have open slots. Confirm directly before booking—none of this is a live diary.

Profiles that state current availability

• Kate Gregory (Counsellor, MA, MBACP) — states she currently has availability on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays, face-to-face in Cheltenham and online. About £60 per session. Free introductory chat. Tel: 01242 505859. Psychology Today profile.
• Emilie Sclater / Wanderwood Counselling & Psychotherapy (UKCP trainee) — states she is currently accepting individual adults and couples, in English or French, online or in a garden pod in Winchcombe (near Cheltenham). Free initial consultation can be booked via her site: wanderwoodtherapy.co.uk.
• Megan Frankie Curtis (Counsellor, MBACP) — states availability most weekdays and some evenings, in Cheltenham or online. Tel: 01242 504447. Psychology Today.
• Essential Space (Cheltenham / Shurdington area) — low-cost counselling on a sliding scale (about £20–£60). Their listing says there is no waiting time because they match people with a team of self-employed counsellors who have reduced-cost spaces. Tel: 01452 923126. essentialspace.co.uk.

Listed as available on Psychology Today’s Cheltenham “available” filter

These appear under the directory’s availability filter (still worth confirming by phone or email):

Full filtered list: Psychology Today – available counselling in Cheltenham.

Others whose profiles invite new enquiries now

Several other private practitioners in central Cheltenham list free initial consultations and weekday/evening slots, including Gemma Slobom (01242 501160, about £60), Gemma Hale (01242 502073, about £55), Sally Glover (01452 227043, about £55), Natalie Nunn (01242 503534, most weekdays and evenings), and Donna Salter (01242 503628, weekdays, evenings and Saturdays). Treat these as “contact to check,” not confirmed open diaries.

How to narrow it further

• Psychology Today: filter Cheltenham by “available,” in-person, fee, and issue: psychologytoday.com/gb/counselling/eng/cheltenham.
• Counselling Directory: search Cheltenham and check each profile’s status (“waiting list” vs not accepting): counselling-directory.org.uk.
• Prefer practitioners registered with BACP, UKCP, or HCPC (for psychologists), and ask about fees, concessions, insurance (e.g. Bupa, AXA), and the soonest first appointment.

If you need support urgently, contact your GP, NHS 111, or Samaritans on 116 123.

Several private therapists in Cheltenham are currently taking new clients or explicitly say they have availability. Based on the results, the clearest matches are:

• Benjamin Crumpler — says “I currently have availability for new clients” and offers in-person sessions in Central Cheltenham plus online sessions.²
• Shelley Alcock — says she is available Monday to Friday, including daytime and evening appointments, with face-to-face and online options.⁴
• Susannah Newell — works privately in Cheltenham and offers both in-person and online therapy, though the result does not explicitly say “currently accepting new clients.”¹
• Sophie Page — offers face-to-face counselling in Central Cheltenham on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, but the result does not explicitly state new-client availability.⁷
• Rachel Smith — has in-person availability on Tuesday and Friday afternoons and online availability Monday and Friday mornings.⁹
• Sarah Jaskowska — offers weekly face-to-face sessions in central Cheltenham and says to get in touch to check current availability.¹⁰
• Dr Jess Rayner — is described as “available for new clients,” with sessions online or in a quiet therapy space in Cheltenham.¹⁶
• Helen Smith — works Monday to Friday 10–6 in private practice in Pittville, Cheltenham, but the result does not explicitly say she is accepting new clients.¹³

If you want, I can turn this into a shorter shortlist of the best options available right now on Saturday evening or filter by in-person only, evening appointments, or budget.

I don't have access to a real-time local business directory or appointment availability system, so I can't check which specific private therapists in Cheltenham have open appointment slots right at this moment. This type of information changes constantly and isn't something a web search would reliably capture either.

Here's what I'd suggest instead:

Best ways to find available therapists in Cheltenham right now:

• 1.Directories with real-time filters:

• Psychology Today (UK) or Counselling Directory – these let you filter by location (Cheltenham) and often show which therapists are currently accepting new clients.
• BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) "Find a Therapist" tool – allows searching by postcode/area.

• 1.Direct contact methods:

• Call or email therapists listed in the above directories directly, as many update their "accepting clients" status but it's not always current.
• Search for "Cheltenham therapist" or "Cheltenham counsellor" + "accepting new clients" to find practices advertising current availability.

• 1.If it's urgent:

• If you need support right now (today, in crisis), private therapy isn't the fastest route. Consider:
• Samaritans: 116 123 (free, 24/7)
• NHS 111 (select mental health option)
• Gloucestershire NHS mental health crisis line – search "Gloucestershire mental health crisis team" for the current number

Would you like me to search for general directories or NHS crisis services in the Cheltenham/Gloucestershire area so you have direct links to check live availability yourself?

I'll search Cheltenham therapy directories to find who's taking clients now.

Those results mixed in other regions, so I'll focus on Cheltenham, UK listings.

That listing doesn't show live availability, so I'll check the Counselling Directory next.

I found several therapists reporting current openings — now I'll verify their details.

Based on current private-practice listings for Cheltenham, UK - GL50-GL52 — where therapists state they currently have availability:

Availability changes quickly - contact the therapist directly to confirm a slot.

1. Zoe Sheehan - Central Cheltenham

• Availability now:

I offer face to face or online sessions in central Cheltenham and currently have availability in my practice.

• Practice: person-centred and integrative, in-person and online
• Contact: Please email me to book or ask a question zoesheehancounselling@gmail.com
• First contact: Book a free 15 minute call to find out more or feel free to email to book your first session

Works with:

Adults, Older adults, Trainees

2. Benjamin Crumpler - Central Cheltenham

• Availability now:

I currently have availability for new clients.

I offer counselling from my private therapy room in Central Cheltenham, as well as online sessions across the UK and Walk & Talk Therapy around Pittville Park.

• Hours / fee:

I work flexibly across the week, including some evening and weekend appointments. Sessions are 50 minutes and cost £60.

• Also:

I currently have availability for new Walk & Talk Therapy clients in Pittville Park, Cheltenham.

Approach: integrative, drawing particularly on person-centred and psychodynamic ideas

3. Emma Franke - Central Cheltenham

• Availability now:

I currently have availability for new clients within my private practice. I work with individuals both in-person at my consulting rooms in central Cheltenham

and online globally via secure video platforms.

• Hours:

Standard Working Hours: 9.00 am to 6.00 pm Monday to Friday - I have some limited availability on a Saturday and some evenings.

• Sessions: weekly 50-minute sessions at a consistent time
• Fee:

My standard fee for a 50-minute session ranges from £65 to £90, depending on your individual circumstances

• Start: brief, no-obligation introductory call (20 minutes) via Zoom or telephone
• In-person location: both in-person sessions in The Practice Rooms, Cheltenham and online therapy globally

4. Benjamin Morley - Cheltenham GL50

• Availability now:

I have availability for face-to-face sessions in Cheltenham and online sessions

Also listed as:

I have availability for online and in-person sessions in Cheltenham

• Training: trained over four years with Gloucestershire Counselling Services (BACP-accredited)
• Approach: My approach is psychodynamic
• First contact: free 15-minute call where you can ask questions

5. Katherine / Kate Gregory - Cheltenham GL52

• Availability now:

Currently taking on new clients. Sessions available during the day time on Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays; other sessions may be available on request.

• Delivery:

Currently I am seeing clients face to face in a comfortable therapy room in Cheltenham, or online using Zoom.

• About: BACP registered counsellor, offering 1:1 counselling to adults
• Fee: Sessions are usually weekly or fortnightly and last 50 minutes. The cost is £60 per session.

6. Rachel Smith - Cheltenham GL50

• Availability now:

I have availability for in person sessions on Tuesday and Friday afternoons.

I have availability for online sessions on Monday and Friday mornings

• Practice: qualified counsellor offering short and long term counselling in Cheltenham.
• Approach: integrating Psychodynamic and Person Centred theories.

How to check next

• 1.BACP directory lets you filter by City/postcode - e.g. Cheltenham-GL50 / GL52 listings above.
• 2.Counselling Directory also lists Cheltenham GL50-GL54 counsellors, including:

I am an experienced UKCP Registered Psychotherapist & Counsellor with a practice in Bristol and Cheltenham. I see clients on both a long & short term basis

• 1.Always confirm fee, in-person vs online, and current waitlist - listings can be out of date.

If you tell me what issue, modality preference - e.g. CBT, psychodynamic, person-centred - budget, and in-person vs online, I can narrow this to 2-3 best matches.

Because individual therapists’ calendars change daily, exact same-day or same-week openings depend on real-time scheduling. The fastest way to book a session without a waiting list in Cheltenham is either through multi-therapist practices or live directories that filter by active availability.

1. Cheltenham Practices with Immediate or Rapid Intake

• My Solution Wellbeing (Cheltenham)
• Focus: Individual counselling, CBT, relationship/couples therapy, and trauma support.
• Availability: Explicitly advertises private self-referral with no waiting list, offering both in-person appointments in Cheltenham and online sessions.
• Contact: Direct booking through their website (*mysolutionwellbeing.com*).

• The Regency Practice (Rodney Road, Central Cheltenham)
• Focus: Large multidisciplinary talking therapy practice with over a dozen BACP-/UKCP-accredited counsellors, psychotherapists, and clinical psychologists (integrative, psychodynamic, CBT, somatic, EMDR).
• Availability: Because many therapists practice here across different days of the week, there is almost always at least one therapist with immediate openings for new clients.
• Contact: *theregencypractice.com*

• Cheltenham Psychotherapy & Counselling (Sydenham Road North)
• Focus: Clinical and counselling psychology for adults, couples, and adolescents (Dr Mark Flynn, Michelle Magri) dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma.
• Availability: Direct self-referral for private assessment with short lead times.
• Contact: *psychologistintown.co.uk*

• Cheltenham Trauma and Counselling Clinic (Hatherley Lane)
• Focus: Clinical psychologists and psychotherapists specializing in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression (EMDR, CBT, ACT).
• Availability: Fast direct-access referrals without needing a GP referral.
• Contact: *chtc.co.uk*

2. Check Live Real-Time Availability in Cheltenham

To find individual practitioners with open slots today or this week:

• 1.BACP Register / Directory: Search under Cheltenham (GL50 / GL51 / GL52 / GL53) and filter by "Currently has availability".
• 2.Counselling Directory UK: Search Cheltenham and check profiles with the green "Accepting new clients" tag.
• 3.Psychology Today (UK Directory): Filter therapists by Cheltenham and check current status.

3. Immediate or Emergency Support

If "now" means you or someone else is experiencing an acute mental health crisis:

• NHS Mental Health Crisis Team (Gloucestershire): Call 111 (select the mental health option) or call the local 24/7 crisis team via Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust.
• Samaritans: Call 116 123 (free, 24/7 confidential listening service).
• Text Support: Text SHOUT to 85258.