Counselling in Swindon
Your compassionate companion as you seek to make sense of challenging life experiences.
Welcome, and thank you for visiting Cat Attewell Counselling.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when past or present experiences are weighing heavily on you. But you don’t have to face this alone.
I offer a warm, compassionate space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported at your own pace. Your story matters and working together we can move towards positive change.
Qualified Counsellor in Swindon and Online
I'm Cat Attewell and I'm a qualified integrative counsellor with a Higher Education Diploma in Counselling from Waverley Abbey College awarded by Middlesex University. I offer one to one therapy with adults. I'm strong, caring and I build trusted relationships that help people work through emotional distress and psychological issues.
I have a particular interest in working with those with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and those seeking to process long term trauma including experiences from childhood.
I'm an individual member of the BACP 01031045
In addition to my counselling career I have years of professional experience supporting family carers and families where someone is living with a long term health condition such as dementia, Parkinson's and other life-changing long term conditions.
I provide a safe, confidential, and supportive environment where you can explore whatever feels important to you. I'm non-judgemental, inclusive of all backgrounds and faiths if you have one and LGBTQ+-affirming. I believe that coming to accept the many differing needs and parts of ourselves that we hold, helps us move through a feeling of "stuckness" to personal growth.
My Approach
I am an integrative counsellor, which means I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches to suit you as an individual. There is no “one-size-fits-all” here — our work together will be shaped around your needs.
A trusted therapeutic relationship creates the conditions for real change. When you feel safe and accepted, it becomes possible to gently explore difficult thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
A Safe and Compassionate Space
Making Sense of Your Story
Moving Forward
What issues can counselling help with?
I have experience with a variety of clients and presentations and this includes, but is not limited to:
Depression
Low Mood
Grief, loss or bereavement
Low self-esteem
Stress and anxiety
Transitions in life
Relationship problems
Trauma and post-traumatic stress
LGBTQ+ affirming
Abuse
Issues relating to sexuality
Difficulties at work or in retirement
Neurodivergence
If relevant matters of faith/spirituality
My Location
In-person counselling sessions are held in my counselling room at the Neuro Wellbeing Centre, Bradbury House, Westmead Drive, Westmead, Swindon SN5 7ER. Free parking is available.
Online therapy sessions are hosted on Teams MS, for clients from further afield or who do not wish to travel. Get in touch if you have any questions about either face to face or online counselling.
Sessions and Fees
Sessions are 50 minutes and are either face or face or online and are usually weekly and frequency can be discussed to work for you.
The cost is £50 per session which can be paid by bank transfer in advance of the session. 48 hours notice is required for cancellation.
Get in touch
Taking the first step can feel daunting, but it can also be the beginning of meaningful change.
If you’re considering counselling, I invite you to get in touch for a free 30 minute initial introduction. This is a great, no obligation opportunity for us to see if working together feels right for you.
All enquiries are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential and uses secure phone and email services.
I look forward to hearing from you.