Edward Hopgood

One-to-one counselling for men.

To others things look fine, but deep down you're dealing with You might be considering counselling because something doesn't feel right, even if you can't quite put your finger on why. Perhaps you're dealing with stress, anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties or a growing sense that you're not getting what you want from life.

Many of the men I work with have spent years carrying pressure on their own. From the outside, things may look fine - work, family, responsibilities - but underneath, they feel exhausted, disconnected, frustrated or stuck. Some wonder why they don't feel happier when they've done everything they thought they were supposed to do.

Counselling gives you the space to talk openly without having to hold it all together or have the answers. It's a chance to step back from the noise, make sense of what's going on and understand yourself more clearly.

For some men a few sessions are enough to gain perspective and feel more in control again. Others choose to work together for longer, exploring deeper patterns and creating lasting change.

Whatever brings you here, you don't have to face it alone. My job isn't to tell you what to do or judge your decisions. It's to listen, help you untangle what's going on and support you in finding a way forward that feels right for you.

I offer one-to-one counselling for men in Highworth, Swindon (SN6), as well as online via Teams and WhatsApp.

I can offer you:

Understanding of men’s issues: From personal experience and professional training

Flexibility: Engage in therapy at times that suit your schedule, either face-to-face or online

Confidentiality: Privacy and discretion are paramount in all sessions

As a fully trained and experienced counsellor, registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and I adhere to their Ethical Framework. 

In-person counselling in Highworth, SN6.

Online sessions via Teams or WhatsApp

We can have a free-of-charge 20 minute introductory call to discuss what has brought you to explore counselling, to answer any questions you have about working together and, most importantly, for you to decide if I am the right therapist for you. 

During our first session we can talk in more detail about what concerns you, how we will work together and begin to get to know each other better.   We can chat about what you would like to achieve from therapy and we can use this time to ensure you feel comfortable working together.