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Rosebay Counselling

Counselling in Deal, Kent

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Flexible, empathic support for your well-being, wherever you are.

This picture shows the therapy space. There are comfortable looking chairs, with a table in between. The table has a box of tissues and a nesting doll on top of it.
Face-to-face and online counselling.
Based in Walmer, Kent.

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Hi, I'm Talia -


I'm a BACP-registered, person-centred counsellor, working from a quiet space in Walmer, Kent. Currently, as well as running my private practice, I volunteer for a community counselling service. In my free time, I like to spend my time outside and in nature, as well as at home listening to podcasts accompanied by my cat, Bertie.

I thoroughly enjoy the work that I do with clients, and my main goal is to create a consistent space where clients can show up exactly as they are, and explore their authentic selves.

I hope to hear from you soon! - Talia.

counsellor in Deal Kent Therapy in Deal, Kent.

Talia Handley is a person centred counsellor in Deal and Walmer in Kent. She has long ginger hair and is wearing a black top and is smiling at the camera.

Working Together: My Approach


Life can feel overwhelming, whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, body image issues, identity concerns, or confidence challenges. I'm here to help.

As a person-centred counsellor, I provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts without judgment. Together, we'll work toward greater self-understanding, resilience, and confidence. I know how powerful counselling can be, and I'm here to guide you through the process.

Ready to take the first step? Contact me today via email, text or phone call to start your journey toward healing and personal growth today.


How Can Counselling Help You?

Process your history and identify your patterns

My goal as a counsellor is to create a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space to allow for you to explore and understand your past experiences. Through guided conversations, new perspectives can be found, and the impact of these events on your present thoughts, feelings and behaviours can be considered.

Improve your communication skills

Finding the words to express how you are feeling to others can help to improve and strengthen relationships. In turn this can help you to establish personal boundaries and feel more confident in communicating your wants and needs.

Reconnect with your sense of self

Counselling helps you reconnect with your true self by providing a space to explore your thoughts and feelings. Through self-reflection, you can gain clarity, rediscover your values, and strengthen your sense of identity. This deeper connection can lead to greater confidence, purpose, and more authentic relationships.

Why Rosebay?

I created Rosebay Counselling after being inspired by the resilience of the Rosebay plant. This flower is known for thriving in areas that have faced extreme and challenging conditions, which resonates deeply with many people beginning their therapy journey—striving to grow and flourish despite difficult pasts or experiences.

Counselling can be a powerful tool for building resilience and thriving after periods of stress or hardship. It offers a safe, non-judgmental space to reflect on past experiences, identify patterns or triggers, and work through traumas or present difficulties. Through therapy, individuals can develop a stronger sense of self, learn to adapt to change, and cultivate the emotional resilience needed to overcome future challenges.


Qualifications

CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
Post Graduate Certificate in Education (QTS)

Ultimate Pack

Safeguarding adults & Children Levels 2 & 3
Counsellor at Community Counselling Service
Bereavement practitioner
Shout Crisis Line Volunteer

Frequently asked questions...


When do you have available appointments?

I am passionate about being accessible in terms of appointment times. Life is busy, and I know when I researched starting my own counselling journey, I found it hard to fit another weekly appointment in around so many other commitments. It is important to find the best appointment time that works for you. Because of this I offer a range of appointment times, including early morning and evening appointments online and in-person.


What if I need to cancel?

I understand that life can get hectic at times, and cancellations may happen. Cancellations made with more than 48 hours notice will not require payment. Sessions cancelled after this time will require full payment before the following session. This is to keep your slot available.


What if I don’t know what to say?

This is such a common worry when first coming to therapy. In fact, I remember asking myself the same thing. It’s OK if you aren’t sure where to start, or how to explain how you are feeling. Maybe you’re not quite sure what’s wrong, but you know that something doesn’t feel right. We can take each session week by week, and I have a variety of resources to help prompt reflection whenever you feel ready.

Fees & Pricing

Counselling Appointment

£50

Flexible appointment times including evenings and early mornings.

Face-to-face and online available.

Weekly and fortnightly slots available.

Reduced fee Appointment

£TBC

Available to those on a low income.

Face-to-face and online available.

Limited time slots available.

Get in touch

Please contact me using the form below if you would like to have a chat about how counselling works, or to ask about booking an introductory chat.

To find out my latest availability it is best to contact me with some days/times that you have in mind. We can then work together to find a slot that suits you.

Availability


I understand that life gets busy, and because of this, I want to ensure that my practice remains as flexible as possible. I do this by offering a variety of appointment times, including evening and early morning sessions. After contacting me we can book a free 20-minute telephone/online appointment, where we can meet briefly, and I can answer any questions that you have.

This appointment will allow us to chat and you can consider whether you feel that I am the right counsellor for you. After this, you might like to book in for our first appointment, and the journey begins!


My location

I offer in-person counselling appointments in Walmer and Deal, Kent. Additionally, I provide online sessions to clients in the surrounding areas of Dover, Sandwich, East Kent, Thanet, Broadstairs, Ramsgate, and Folkestone, as well as throughout the UK.

Working online offers the convenience of flexible scheduling and access to therapy from the comfort of your own home.