Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Reading, England ENG, United Kingdom UK
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Kat Pachana-Pereira
Registered Psychotherapist, Integrative Therapist (CBT), Couples Therapist, EMDR Therapist
Welcome! Therapy is my passion and I feel grateful to be able to help clients change their lives and feel happier.
I truly believe that with diraction and understanding anyone can overcome their unique challenges. I integrate different approaches (including EMDR, Mindfulness, ACT, Attachment theory, etc.) to help clients develop coping skills, re-frame thinking and behavior and make changes in order to move past the problems and negative emotions.
I am also relationship therapist and help couples in restoring loving, compassionate relationship and communication.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Reading, ENG
Online in Reading, ENG England
Karine Flynn
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPS
You've done real therapeutic work. You understand your patterns with a clarity that took years to build: why your nervous system braces before a difficult conversation, why certain relationships seem to confirm your oldest fears, why the same emotional weather keeps returning no matter how much you've examined it.
That understanding is not the problem. There is simply a neurobiological ceiling to what verbal processing can reach. Some people hit it - and when they do, the patterns that remain aren't stored as thoughts to be reframed. They live in the nervous system, in the body's tissues, in responses that were encoded long before language was available to organise them.
I work at that ceiling. Not because what came before was wrong - but because the next layer of work requires a different kind of access.
With over 20 years of experience and a deep specialisation in body-based trauma release, I work with self-aware individuals who are ready to move from understanding their patterns to releasing them. If that's where you are, I'd like to hear from you.
23 Years Experience
In-Person Near Reading, ENG
Online in Reading, ENG England
James Skinner - YouBeYou Therapy
Counsellor/Therapist, Psychotherapist, PACFA, NLP Practitioner
If you are facing relationship struggles like infidelity, lack of emotional connection, or communication issues email me now. I can support you to understand your behaviour, break unhealthy patterns, and create a better relationship for you and your partner.
Are you seeking tools, understanding, and a safe, non-judgemental space? I can help you reach your goal of building trust, stopping destructive habits, and achieving a happy, successful relationship.
If you're ready to change, tired of repeating the same patterns and are motivated to grow, contact me now.
6 Years Experience
Online in Reading, ENG England (Online Only)
Lavinia May
Counsellor/Therapist, MNCPS (Acc.)
Hi, I'm Lavinia.
If you and your partner keep having the same argument, feel disconnected, or find yourselves walking on eggshells - you're not alone, and things can change.
I specialise in couples therapy, and also work with individuals. My approach is warm, honest and practical: we'll make sense of what's going on between you, and build small, realistic steps that help your relationship feel easier, closer and more like you again.
I use proven tools and techniques - without the jargon. Sessions feel like real conversations with direction: we set goals together, track what's working, and adapt as we go.
work with couples and individuals navigating: recurring arguments & communication breakdowns · trust & repair after conflict · intimacy & emotional disconnection · anxiety creeping into the relationship · family & in-law boundaries · life transitions & burnout · reconnecting after a rough patch
Practicalities: 50-minute sessions • Online or in person in my Sandbach office • Individual & Couples. 🎁 20% Off All Therapy Sessions: Spring is here - and so is 20% off all therapy sessions. Let's make it count!
Next step: Introductory Session
50 minutes | Individuals & Couples
The first step is an initial session together - a relaxed conversation to get to know each other, hear a little about what's been going on, and explore how I may be able to support you. There's no pressure or commitment at this stage. Prefer to skip the Introductory Session? You're welcome to book your first therapy session directly.
Available in-person in Sandbach, Cheshire, or online from anywhere.
12 Years Experience
Online in Reading, ENG England
Kylie Feller
Licensed Professional Counsellor, MA, CCC
My approach is compassionate, intuitive, and grounded in the deep knowing that healing is possible—because I’ve lived it. Everything I offer is rooted in what has personally helped me heal complex trauma and reconnect with my True Self. I blend Internal Family Systems (IFS) with somatic practices to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel seen, supported, and empowered to shift out of survival mode. I know there is so much more to life than just getting by—and if you're ready to experience that for yourself, I’d be honoured to walk alongside you.
10 Years Experience
Online in Reading, ENG England (Online Only)
Reading sits at the heart of England's Thames Valley tech corridor — home to Oracle, Microsoft, and Huawei's UK headquarters — creating consistent demand for therapists who work with high-performance workplace stress, burnout, and the psychological pressures of the technology sector. The town's proximity to London and easy rail access makes it a significant commuter hub, and therapists frequently address the particular stressors of long-distance commuting and work-life separation. Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust and Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provide public mental health services, with a private therapy community concentrated in the town center and surrounding suburbs. Reading's growing and diverse population — including large South Asian, Eastern European, and East African communities — is increasing demand for culturally aware and multilingual therapists.
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Reading, England, United Kingdom Statistics
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) therapists in Reading, England, United Kingdom average 16 years of experience and charge around ¤156 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (100%), Self Esteem (78%), and Depression (78%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
¤156
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
48%
Gender ID
| 71% |
Female |
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| 23% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 52% |
Online Only |
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| 48% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 78% | Self Esteem |
| 78% | Depression |
| 70% | Social Anxiety |
| 70% | Stress |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 56% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 67% | Senior |
| 67% | Young Adult |
| 44% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 67% | Women |
| 63% | Men |
| 52% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 41% | Buddhist |
| 41% | Christian |