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Accredited counsellor & psychotherapist

A safe place to make sense of what has happened.

Trauma-informed, attachment-focused therapy for adults, couples, children and families in Poole, Burley and online.

MBACP (Accred)20+ years’ experienceEMDR practitionerIn-person & online

Who I work with

Support shaped around you.

Reaching out can feel like a big step. We begin with a conversation, at your pace, about what is happening and what you would like to change.

01

Adults

Support with trauma, anxiety, depression, loss, self-esteem, identity, relationships and difficult life changes.

Adult therapy →
02

Children & families

Attachment-focused and DDP-informed work to help children, parents, carers and families feel safer and more connected.

Family therapy →
03

Couples

A calmer space to understand repeated patterns, speak honestly and rebuild trust and connection.

Couples therapy →
Guy Payne, accredited counsellor and psychotherapist
Registered Member MBACP (Accredited)
BACP registration 020022

Meet Guy

Experienced, clear and human.

I start from the understanding that something has happened to you, rather than something being wrong with you.

I qualified as a counsellor and therapist in 2001 and have worked across private practice, schools, GP settings and the Family Court. My practice is trauma-informed and attachment-focused, with additional training in EMDR and family therapy.

Therapy should feel collaborative. I will explain how I work, listen to what matters to you and be honest about whether I am the right person to help.

More about Guy

What to expect

A thoughtful start, without pressure.

01 · Get in touch

Start with a brief conversation

Phone, text or email. Share as much or as little as feels comfortable and ask any questions you have.

02 · First session

Tell me what is happening

We will explore what brought you to therapy, what you need and whether working together feels right.

03 · A clear plan

Agree the way forward

We will shape an approach around your goals and review the work together as therapy progresses.

Practical details

Therapy that fits real life.

Appointments are available during the working week, face to face or online. Please ask about current availability.

PooleBH14 · Wednesdays
BurleyNew Forest · Weekdays
OnlineSecure video sessions
FeesIndividual sessions from £80

When you are ready

You do not need to have the right words before you get in touch.

Send a short email, text or call for an initial conversation. There is no obligation to book.

Need urgent help?Call 999 in an emergency, or NHS 111 and select the mental health option.