Ali Holstead

I offer online and telephone sessions only

Hello, I'm Ali.

Are you feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to cope with what life is bringing up for you?

Maybe you’re going through a period of change, and it feels hard to know how to move forward.

You may be struggling to make sense of your emotions or adjust to life’s challenges on your own.

In many cases, our thoughts and feelings are related to a loss or change in our lives. Loss can take many forms: the death of a loved one, changes in health, the end of a relationship, loss of purpose or direction, shifts in identity or routine and low self-esteem and confidence.

I am a fully qualified integrative counsellor and psychotherapist specialising in bereavement and loss therapy. 

I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. Together, we can work through your experiences at your own pace, helping you to make sense of your emotions, build resilience and begin to move forward.

Some of the areas I specialise in include:

• Loss of a loved one: bereavement, anticipatory grief, complicated grief

• Loss of health: illness, injury, anxiety about health changes

• Loss of purpose or direction: feelings of emptiness, low motivation, depression

• Loss of peace of mind: anxiety that affects daily life and makes worries feel worse

• Loss of a relationship: separation, divorce, significant changes in relationships

• Loss of routine or identity: retirement, life transitions, redundancy

• Loss of confidence or self-esteem

Taking the first step towards counselling can feel daunting, so I aim to make the process as easy and comfortable as possible. 

You’re welcome to get in touch by email, voicemail, or text. 

I will then offer a free 20-minute online meeting or phone call, giving you the chance to explain your reason for counselling and to ask any questions.

So whether you are adjusting to bereavement, navigating major life changes, or facing other experiences of loss, I am here to support you with empathy, understanding and practical guidance.

I follow the guidelines and ethics set out by the BACP for good practice.

I work with people of all faiths, cultures, sexual orientations and backgrounds.

Feel free to visit my website: https://alicounselling.com 

Each counselling session lasts 50 minutes.

At our first meeting, we’ll take time to discuss your challenges, along with what you would like to achieve through our sessions together.

I also go through a working contract which gives you a practical outline of how my counselling sessions work.

I am pleased to say that I have some availability to welcome you to my practice. 

My current in-person session times at North Bar House, Banbury are:

Mondays 9am - 1pm

Tuesdays 5pm - 9pm

Wednesdays 9am - 1pm

If you prefer online (Zoom) or telephone sessions these can be arranged at your initial call.

Hello, I'm Ali. 

Are you feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to cope with what life is bringing up for you?

Maybe you’re going through a period of change, and it feels hard to know how to move forward. 

You may be struggling to make sense of your emotions or adjust to life’s challenges on your own. 

In many cases, our thoughts and feelings are related to a loss or change in our lives. Loss can take many forms: the death of a loved one, changes in health, the end of a relationship, loss of purpose or direction, shifts in identity or routine and low self-esteem and confidence.

I am a fully qualified integrative counsellor and psychotherapist specialising in bereavement and loss therapy. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. Together, we can work through your experiences at your own pace, helping you to make sense of your emotions, build resilience and begin to move forward.

Some of the areas I specialise in include:

• Loss of a loved one: bereavement, anticipatory grief, complicated grief

• Loss of health: illness, injury, anxiety about health changes

• Loss of purpose or direction: feelings of emptiness, low motivation, depression

• Loss of peace of mind: anxiety that affects daily life and makes worries feel worse

• Loss of a relationship: separation, divorce, significant changes in relationships

• Loss of routine or identity: retirement, life transitions, redundancy

• Loss of confidence or self-esteem

So whether you are adjusting to bereavement, navigating major life changes, or facing other experiences of loss, I am here to support you with empathy, understanding and practical guidance.

I follow the guidelines and ethics set out by the BACP for good practice.

I work with people of all faiths, cultures, sexual orientations and backgrounds.

Feel free to visit my website: https://alicounselling.com 

Taking the first step towards counselling can feel daunting, so I aim to make the process as easy and comfortable as possible. You’re welcome to get in touch by email, voicemail, or text. I will then offer a free 20-minute phone or in-person chat, giving you the chance to explain your reason for counselling and to ask any questions.

Each counselling session lasts 50 minutes. 

At our first meeting, we’ll take time to discuss your challenges, along with what you would like to achieve through our sessions together. 

I also go through a working contract which gives you a practical outline of how my counselling sessions work.

Welcome! 

I currently have availability for in-person sessions and online (Zoom) and phone sessions. 

Hello, I'm Ali. 

Are you feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to cope with what life is bringing up for you?

Maybe you’re going through a period of change, and it feels hard to know how to move forward. You may be struggling to make sense of your emotions or adjust to life’s challenges on your own. In many cases our thoughts and feelings are related to a loss or change in our life. Loss can take many forms: the death of a loved one, changes in health, the end of a relationship, loss of purpose or direction, shifts in identity or routine and low self-esteem and confidence.

I am a fully qualified and BACP accredited counsellor and psychotherapist specialising in bereavement and loss therapy. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. Together, we can work through your experiences at your own pace, helping you to make sense of your emotions, build resilience and begin to move forward.

How I work

I work collaboratively, tailoring therapy to your needs. My approach is compassionate, client-led and focused on creating a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported.

I follow the guidelines and ethics set out by the BACP for good practice.

I work with people of all faiths, cultures, sexual orientations and backgrounds.

Feel free to visit my website: https://alicounselling.com 

Areas of Specialism

• Loss of a loved one: bereavement, anticipatory grief, complicated grief

• Loss of health: illness, injury, anxiety about health changes

• Loss of purpose or direction: feelings of emptiness, low motivation, depression

• Loss of peace of mind: anxiety that affects daily life and makes worries feel worse

• Loss of a relationship: separation, divorce, significant changes in relationships

• Loss of routine or identity: retirement, life transitions, redundancy

• Loss of confidence or self-esteem

Whether you are adjusting to bereavement, navigating major life changes, or facing other experiences of loss, I am here to support you with empathy, understanding and practical guidance.

Initial contact

If this is your first time or if you have had counselling before, it can be daunting making that first step. This is quite normal. My aim is to make it comfortable for you.

You can email or call me to arrange an initial free session lasing about 20 minutes. In this session it is useful to hear what you are finding difficult and what you would like to achieve from your sessions. You may also have questions to ask. 

I will also give you information on how the sessions work and about confidentiality of the sessions. If we both feel we can work together then we can arrange a date to begin counselling. 

Counselling sessions are 50 minutes. Each session is £65.

I have availability for in-person and online supervision.

                Supporting you as you support others.

I offer clinical supervision for counsellors, psychotherapists and other health care professionals. I have a Diploma in Clinical Supervision (Level 7) from the Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute.

Building a good supervisory relationship is particularly important to me. I aim to create a space where you feel comfortable bringing the highs and lows of your work. Supervision with me is collaborative and tailored to your learning style and work pattern. 

I mainly use the seven-eyed model of supervision (Hawkins and Shohet). This allows for a holistic approach as you reflect on your client work. Sessions are a blend of exploration, support, gentle challenge and professional development.

As a therapist I am integrative drawing on the following modalities: person-centred, psychodynamic, CBT, Gestalt and TA. I also have an interest in narrative therapy, creative therapy and NLP. I have worked with many client’s presenting problems but have recently focused on bereavement and loss.  

What to expect

• Free 30 minute initial meeting online (zoom) or in-person to see if we’re a good fit. We can meet in my counselling room, at your place of work or online

• Personalised supervision based on your experience, goals and learning style

• Individual or group sessions. Duration of sessions will be arranged

• Annual review of our work to ensure it continues to meet your needs

• Cost: £60 per hour

Areas we can explore together

• Your growth and development

• Ethics of practice

• Diversity and inclusion

• Skills and therapeutic interventions

• Awareness of unconscious processes

• Identifying areas for further CPD or additional training

• Reflecting on your role and identity as a practitioner

Whether you are newly qualified or an experienced practitioner supervision can offer you insight, structure and a supportive place to grow.

Feel free to contact me to arrange an initial free meeting.

I currently have availability for in-person and online supervision.

Hello I'm Ali. 

                  Supporting you as you support others.

I offer clinical supervision for counsellors, psychotherapists and other health care professionals. I have a Diploma in Clinical Supervision (Level 7) from the Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute.

Building a good supervisory relationship is particularly important to me. I aim to create a space where you feel comfortable bringing the highs and lows of your work. Supervision with me is collaborative and tailored to your learning style and work pattern. 

I mainly use the seven-eyed model of supervision (Hawkins and Shohet). This allows for a holistic approach as you reflect on your client work. Sessions are a blend of exploration, support, gentle challenge and professional development.

I am an integrative counsellor, drawing on the following modalities: person-centred, psychodynamic, CBT, Gestalt and TA. I also have an interest in narrative therapy, creative therapy and NLP. I have worked with many client’s presenting problems but now specialise in bereavement and loss.  

What to expect

• Free 30 minute initial meeting online (zoom) or in-person to see if we’re a good fit. We can meet in my counselling room, at your place of work or online

• Personalised supervision based on your experience, goals and learning style

• Individual or group sessions. 

• Annual review of our work to ensure it continues to meet your needs

• Cost: £60 per hour

Areas we can explore together

• Your growth and development

• Ethics of practice

• Diversity and inclusion

• Skills and therapeutic interventions

• Awareness of unconscious processes

• Identifying areas for further CPD or additional training

• Reflecting on your role and identity as a practitioner

Whether you are newly qualified or an experienced practitioner, supervision can offer you insight, structure and a supportive place to grow.

Feel free to contact me to arrange an initial free meeting.