Elaine Appleford

Whether you’re looking for support for yourself, or for someone you care about, I know that finding a counsellor can be a daunting task. When you’re ready, I’m here to help.

Do you feel that it's all too much right now? Perhaps you've been carrying the weight of your concerns alone, not wanting to trouble anyone else? Whatever challenges you're dealing with, trying to keep going without addressing the impact on you, can lead to anxiety, depression and even physical ill health.

We can work together to find ways to reduce that overwhelming feeling, and get a sense of balance, so you can begin to cope with what life throws at you. Anxiety and low mood, work stress, managing the needs of your family or dealing with pain and loss; talking therapy can help. With support, you’ll find it easier to manage these feelings in a way that feels right for you, without compromising your personal or professional relationships.

Working with adults and young people in private practice and schools as well as volunteering in a local charity and having a family of my own, has helped me to appreciate that the need to put our loved ones first, and protect them from difficult feelings, can feel like a priority. My experience has taught me that it’s not just parents who feel this way. Children from a young age into adulthood, can often feel that they want to shield their family from whatever’s troubling them and find that talking to someone in a safe, neutral setting provides an outlet for these feelings, providing relief from the pressure of putting on a brave face so they can reconnect and begin to enjoy quality time together.

Without any pressure, we can start with a 20 minute informal chat to give you the chance to see how therapy can work for you. This introductory session can be by phone, video call or in person, and is completely free of charge.

Choosing a counsellor that feels right for you is an important step so this first session is an opportunity to ask questions, share any concerns you may have, and to get a sense of whether I am the right person for you.

I look forward to hearing from you soon.

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Whether you’re looking for support for yourself, or for someone you care about, I know that finding a counsellor can be a daunting task. When you’re ready, I’m here to help.

Do you feel that it's all too much right now? Perhaps you've been carrying the weight of your concerns alone, not wanting to trouble anyone else? Whatever challenges you're dealing with, trying to keep going without addressing the impact on you, can lead to anxiety, depression and even physical ill health.  

We can work together to find ways to reduce that overwhelming feeling, and get a sense of balance, so you can begin to cope with what life throws at you. Anxiety and low mood, work stress, managing the needs of your family or dealing with pain and loss; talking therapy can help. With support, you’ll find it easier to manage these feelings in a way that feels right for you, without compromising your personal or professional relationships.

My private practice is located in a discreet, comfortable therapy room close to the centre of Kings Langley.

The room itself is cosy and inviting, providing a welcoming space, suitable for both adults and younger clients.

The beautiful listed building contains a number of therapy rooms and offers free off street parking. There is also a quiet café on the ground floor.

Remote sessions are also available, offering convenience and flexibility.

Without any pressure, we can start with a 20 minute informal chat to give you the chance to see how therapy can work for you. This introductory session can be by phone, video call or in person, and is completely free of charge.

Choosing a counsellor that feels right for you is an important step so this first session is an opportunity to ask questions, share any concerns you may have, and to get a sense of whether I am the right person for you. 

I look forward to hearing from you soon.

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Do you feel that it's all too much right now? Perhaps you've been carrying the weight of your concerns alone, not wanting to trouble anyone else? Whatever challenges you're dealing with, trying to keep going without addressing the impact on you, can lead to anxiety, depression and even physical ill health.  

We can work together to find ways to reduce that overwhelming feeling, and get a sense of balance, so you can begin to cope with what life throws at you. Anxiety and low mood, work stress, managing the needs of your family or dealing with pain and loss; talking therapy can help. With support, you’ll find it easier to manage these feelings in a way that feels right for you, without compromising your personal or professional relationships.

Working with adults and young people in private practice and education, as well as having a family of my own, has helped me to appreciate that putting loved ones first, and protecting them from difficult feelings, can feel like a priority. My professional experience has taught me that it’s not just parents who feel this way. Children from a young age into adulthood, can often feel that they want to shield their family from whatever’s troubling them, and find that talking to someone in a safe, neutral setting provides an outlet for these feelings, offering relief from the pressure of putting on a brave face, so they can reconnect and begin to enjoy quality time together.