who am I?

Hi, I’m Anna, I’m a counsellor living in the Pewsey Vale. Listening really well and supporting people at difficult times is my passion. 

I firmly believe that verbalising our thoughts in a safe space with someone who genuinely cares empowers us in finding ways to manage our feelings and relationships and move forward in life. 

~ Anna Barnes BSc OT. Dip Count. MBACP
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issues I work with

I work with adults and teenagers on a variety of different issues such as:
DEPRESSION
ANXIETY
GENERALISED ANXIETY DISORDER
PANIC DISORDER
LACK OF SELF CONFIDENCE
ANGER
WORK RELATED PROBLEMS
LACK OF MOTIVATION
RELATIONSHIP ISSUES
DIVORCE AND SEPARATION
EMOTIONAL, PHYSICAL AND SEXUAL ABUSE
LOW SELF-ESTEEM
STRESS
BEREAVEMENT
SELF-HARM
LONELINESS
SUICIDAL FEELINGS
ISSUES FROM 
CHILDHOOD
OCD
AND MORE

sessions

what will a session be like?

You will set the pace and together we’ll find a way forwards that makes your life feel better. I will support, listen, and help so it will feel like you are having a relaxed and useful meeting with yourself.

the space

I have a light and calm, purpose-built therapy room in a quiet area. Access is via a few steps across gravel. I regret that the door is narrow and not suitable for wheelchair access, and I am unable to offer bathroom conveniences.

frequently asked questions

  • How do I know if counselling is right for me?

    Please feel free to call or email if you would like to find out more or make an appointment.

  • How many sessions will I need?

    I recommend meeting for an initial session then making a plan to move forward from there. Some people will feel that just one or two sessions is enough to improve their situation, others may choose to come to counselling for a longer period. It really depends on the issues and how things are going in life.

  • What will it cost?

    A 50 minute session costs £50

  • Can I claim my health insurance for counselling?

    I am happy to email you confirming the number of sessions you have attended and paid for so that you are able to claim from your insurance company.

  • Do you work with organisations?

    I have experience of training and supporting staff in organisations and  working in education.