Amersham Therapy
4 Market Square, Old Amersham. HP7 0DQ
Welcome to Amersham Therapy
Compassionate Counselling and Psychotherapy in the Heart of Old Amersham
At Amersham Therapy, we understand that reaching out for support can feel like a significant step. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, trauma, stress, bereavement or simply feeling overwhelmed by life, you don't have to face it alone.
Our experienced team of counsellors and psychotherapists provide a warm, compassionate and confidential space where you can feel heard, understood and supported. We believe that therapy is about more than managing symptoms — it is an opportunity to better understand yourself, develop healthier ways of coping and create meaningful, lasting change.
Located in the beautiful surroundings of Old Amersham, our welcoming therapy room has been carefully designed to provide a calm and peaceful environment where you can step away from the demands of everyday life and focus entirely on your wellbeing.
How We Can Help
Every person's story is unique, which is why we offer a range of therapeutic services tailored to your individual needs. Whether you are looking for support with a specific difficulty or would simply like the opportunity to better understand yourself, we are here to help.
Our Services
Individual Counselling and Psychotherapy
Relationship and Couples Therapy
Trauma Therapy
Anxiety and Depression Support
Stress and Burnout
Self-Esteem and Confidence
Bereavement and Loss
Family and Relationship Difficulties
Low Cost Counselling with Professionally Supervised Trainee Counsellors
Our therapists work from a variety of evidence-based approaches, allowing us to carefully match you with a practitioner whose experience and therapeutic style best suits your needs.
Flexible Ways to Access Therapy
We understand that everyone has different commitments and preferences, so we offer flexible ways to access support.
In person at our Amersham therapy room
Weekly or fortnightly appointments, depending on your needs and therapist availability
Whether you're beginning therapy for the first time or returning after previous counselling, we aim to make the process as comfortable and straightforward as possible.
A Calm and Confidential Environment
Our Amersham practice is located within the historic surroundings of Old Amersham, offering a discreet and welcoming setting for therapy. Every appointment is held in a private, confidential space where you can talk openly without judgement.
From the moment you arrive, our aim is for you to feel safe, respected and supported.
Finding the Right Therapist
We recognise that finding the right therapist is an important part of the therapeutic process. Our team includes experienced counsellors and psychotherapists with a wide range of specialist interests and approaches.
Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your relationship or a family member, we will help you find the practitioner who is the best fit for your individual needs.
Begin Your Journey
Taking the first step towards therapy can feel daunting, but it can also be the beginning of meaningful change.
If you would like to find out more about our services, discuss which therapist may be right for you, or arrange an appointment, we would be delighted to hear from you.
At Amersham Therapy, you'll find more than a therapy room — you'll find a compassionate, professional community committed to helping you understand yourself, strengthen your emotional wellbeing and move forward with confidence and hope.
Get in Touch
Ready to take the first step? Fill in the form below and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss how we can help.
Meet the Team
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Sarah Standish M.S.W.
Sarah’s passion and commitment to working with those with mental health and substance abuse challenges began over 25 years ago. Earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Wittenberg University in Ohio, USA, she went on to complete her Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1997. Her first professional counselling role was at Centre Academy in South London in 1998, which gave solid experience working with young people with learning difficulties. Her career has crossed continents and includes mental health and substance abuse counselling in an agency in New Jersey, USA in the early 2000s and a thriving private practice in Sandy Hook, Connecticut USA in the 2010s. In 2012, Sarah moved with her family back to the UK and was honored to work as the Family Counsellor at the National Spinal Injuries Centre at Stoke Mandeville Hospital. Her 5 years of service there was recognised by the Spinal Injuries Association as she won the Rising Star Award. A move to Nower Hill High School in 2018 for six years, brought Sarah back to her passion of working with young people in an educational setting. Sarah is now working privately in Amersham and continues to enjoy a diverse mix of clients. She brings a high level of professionalism and experience to her work, coupled with a compassionate and hopeful approach.
To arrange an appointment email;
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Rob Carter
Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
We all experience times in our lives when having someone to talk to can help us.
If you're experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, issues with self-esteem, relationship difficulties, addiction, grief arising from bereavement or other loss or you simply feel that you've lost your way and the joy has gone out of your life, I believe I can help you.
I will create a calm and safe space for you to share what's troubling you and, together, we will find ways for you to move beyond your challenges and become the person you know yourself to be.
I'm an integrative therapist, which means I call upon a range of therapeutic approaches to most benefit my clients. We can examine what's happening for you here and now and develop strategies to help you cope with difficult thoughts and feelings. We can also explore where these thoughts and feelings may have come from and bring fresh insight into your life.
If you would like to explore how we could work together, please contact me for a free, no-obligation, introductory telephone chat.
Contact via: https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/counsellors/robert-carter; email: counsellingrob@gmail.com
Availability: Amersham Therapy - Thursdays; Tring Therapy - Fridays
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Michelle Jackson
Person Centered Psychotherapist
Working with Adults & Couples
Availability;
Saturday afternoons
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Alice Versey
Integrative Counsellor
Working with Adults
Availability;
Monday’s from 6.30pm
Wednesday’s from 6.30pm
Sunday’s from 10am
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Sarah Phillips
Person Centered Counsellor
Sarah is one of our resident experienced counsellors and is a member of the BACP.
I am a person-centered counsellor, which means that I work in a non-judgmental, empathic and collaborative way with my clients. As a pluralistic practitioner I'm open to working creatively if that better suits your needs.
I work with adults (18 plus) and have particular experience in working with loss and bereavement.
Get in touch for availability
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Sophie Wilkinson
Hypnotherapist & Integrative Counsellor
Working with Adults
Availability Thursdays
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Camilla Ross
Trainee Counsellor for our Low Cost Counselling Service
Working with Adults
Availability 10am, 12pm, 5pm & 6pm Tuesdays from 8th September
7pm Wednesday
Weekly sessions at £25
Book online. Please note that the booking system also shows appointments with Lawrie. Camilla works on a Tuesday only
https://thetherapycentregroup.as.me/LowcostcounsellingAmershamTherapy
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Lawrie Minty
Trainee Integrative Counsellor for our Low Cost Counselling Service
Student BACP membership
I am a Level 4 Trainee Counsellor and am currently studying a Level 5 in Couples and Relationships.
I am primarily Person-Centred, believing wholeheartedly that you are the expert on yourself. I blend aspects of Gestalt and Transactional Analysis to support you on your journey through counselling.
If suitable, I use creative experiments to expand our exploration around you and a situation. Looking for new views and perspectives, which always open new doors. We will talk, observe, get curious, and do.
Let's collaboratively move forward and create a present experience of self and life which feels grounded in wellness.
My hope for our work together is that you feel you can trust me and trust the process enough to reach a place where you feel safe.
I work with those aged 16 +
Availability: Friday’s
https://thetherapycentregroup.as.me/LowcostcounsellingAmershamTherapy
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Nicola Biggs
Practice Manager
Trauma Informed Relationship Psychotherapist & Clinical Supervisor