Megan Howell

Monday - Friday 9:30am - 6:30 pm

Saturday 10:00am - 1:00pm (This is an additional £10 fee).

Sunday - Closed

Welcome to Cedar Lodge Counselling. My name is Megan, and I understand that reaching out for support can feel daunting, and my aim is to provide a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you can feel safe to talk openly at your own pace.

I am a qualified integrative counsellor working with adults and young people across Lichfield and the surrounding areas. My approach is person-centred at its core, which means I believe you are the expert on your own life and experiences. I tailor therapy to each individual client, drawing from different therapeutic approaches to best support your unique needs, goals, and circumstances.

I work with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, trauma, emotional overwhelm, and feelings of being stuck or disconnected. I also support clients experiencing life transitions, family difficulties, and challenges around identity, confidence, and self-worth.

My therapeutic style is gentle, collaborative, and grounded in empathy. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is one of the most important parts of counselling, and I strive to create an environment where you feel heard, respected, and understood without fear of judgement.

Sessions are led at a pace that feels comfortable for you. Whether you are looking for short-term support to work through a current difficulty or longer-term therapy to explore deeper patterns and experiences, we can work together to help you gain clarity, develop coping strategies, and move towards positive change.

I offer both in-person and online counselling sessions and welcome clients from all backgrounds. Taking the first step towards therapy can be difficult, but you do not have to face things alone. I offer a free 15 minute consultation where you can see if I might be the right fit for your therapy needs. 

I look forwards to hearing from you 

Cedar Lodge Counselling offers a calm, private, and welcoming space for adults and young people seeking support with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. Based near Lichfield and surrounded by peaceful natural scenery, the practice has been created to provide clients with a safe environment where they can slow down, feel heard, and focus fully on themselves without judgement or pressure.

The practice is built around the understanding that every person’s experiences, challenges, and goals are unique. For this reason, therapy at Cedar Lodge Counselling is always tailored to the individual, ensuring sessions feel personal, supportive, and meaningful. Clients are offered a warm and compassionate therapeutic experience where they can explore difficult emotions, life experiences, relationships, anxiety, stress, self-esteem, trauma, grief, or simply feelings of being stuck or overwhelmed.

Flexibility and accessibility are important values within the practice. Sessions are available face-to-face at the Lodge, online via Zoom, or by telephone, allowing clients to access support in a way that feels most comfortable and manageable for them. The practice aims to work around busy lifestyles and individual needs wherever possible.

I offer a range of warm and cold drinks to suit your taste alongside gentle and calming surroundings. I want you to feel as comfortable as possible.We

Cedar Lodge Counselling is committed to creating strong therapeutic relationships built on trust, empathy, and authenticity. The environment is intentionally calming and client-focused, helping people feel comfortable enough to openly explore what matters most to them at their own pace.

Reaching out for counselling can often feel like the hardest step, but the practice is dedicated to making that first contact feel as welcoming and supportive as possible.

Starting counselling for the first time can feel unfamiliar or even overwhelming, so my aim is to make your first session feel as comfortable, relaxed, and supportive as possible.

Our initial session is an opportunity for us to begin getting to know one another and to explore what has brought you to counselling. There is no pressure to share everything straight away, and you are welcome to move at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

During the first session, we will discuss what you would like support with, any goals you may have for therapy, and how we can work together in a way that best suits your individual needs. I will also explain how I work, answer any questions you may have, and go through confidentiality and the counselling agreement so that you feel informed and reassured throughout the process.

I understand that finding the right counsellor is important, which is why I encourage clients to use the first session to see whether they feel comfortable, safe, and supported working with me. Building trust within the therapeutic relationship is a key part of effective counselling.

Sessions are available face-to-face at the Lodge, online via Zoom, or by telephone, allowing you to choose the environment that feels most comfortable for you. My aim is for you to leave the first session feeling heard, understood, and supported, with a clearer sense of how counselling may help you moving forward.