At Chrysalis Talking Therapies, we know the bond between you and your therapist is vital for progress. All our therapists are professionally qualified, experienced, and trained through Chrysalis. They offer compassionate, tailored care for a range of needs, from anxiety and depression to relationship issues or simply having someone to talk to. Browse our therapist profiles to explore their experience, specialisms, and approach, and choose the right therapist for you with confidence.
Steve Padfield
NCPS Accredited
Specialisms:
Hello. I’m Steve, a person-centred therapist in Rochester, Kent, offering sessions online and in person. I trained as a pluralistic counsellor and draw on approaches including existential therapy and Internal Family Systems. I particularly work with trauma, gender and sexuality, addiction, and mindfulness.
Jane Brewster
NCPS (Accred)
Specialisms:
Hi, I’m an integrative, Person-Centered therapist. I use a range of counselling theories to make sessions individual to each client. My experience includes supporting clients who have:- lost a child through tragedy, miscarriage, or choice; survived controlling and coercive relationships; felt overwhelmed by life and need help.
Tola Ishola
MNCPC (Accredited Register) /MNCPS CYPT
Specialisms:
Hello and welcome to my profile. My practice is rooted in a client-centred approach, and I bring extensive experience from working with individuals across a range of settings, including schools, adult educational institutions, and with clients navigating workplace-related challenges.
Collette O'Mahony
PROF. DIP PSY C.
Specialisms:
Collette O'Mahony is a pluralistic psychotherapeutic counsellor who studied with Chrysalis from 2020 to 2023. She was drawn to this profession through personal experience, having witnessed the transformative power of counselling. She offers CBT. Psychodynamic counselling. Person-centred therapy.
Bridget Blackford-Read
MNCPS Acc.
Specialisms:
I am a psychotherapeutic counsellor, working in private practice and as an affiliate counsellor for health insurance and for charitable organisations. I support clients experiencing stress, anxiety, abuse and trauma, coping with grief, loss and life circumstances/events, improving motivation, self esteem, and confidence.
Vicky McLeod
MNCPS (Accred.)
Specialisms:
Providing empathetic support for your healing journey by offering a warm, non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences at your own pace. I recognise you as the expert in your life, and can bring my expertise to work collaboratively with you towards clarity and growth.
*We are not a crisis support service. If you or someone you know is in crisis, please contact your local mental health crisis support line.*