Business Details
18 Years
experience
Professional Counselling Services in Hampshire
Established in 2008, Lifestorm Counselling provides confidential and professional therapeutic support for adults navigating life's challenges. Our approach combines humanistic counselling principles with flexible delivery methods, including online video sessions, telephone therapy, and innovative outdoor walking sessions. As a BACP-registered practitioner, I adhere to rigorous ethical standards while offering tailored support for anxiety, relationship issues, and personal development. With a background in theology and outdoor leadership, I integrate empathy and practicality to help clients build resilience and regain control of their lives.Our free 30-minute introductory consultations ensure clients find the right therapeutic fit, while our flexible scheduling accommodates diverse client needs. Through evidence-based practices and a commitment to continuous professional development, we empower individuals to transform personal challenges into opportunities for growth.
Services
Online Counselling
Telephone Therapy
Therapy Outdoors
Walk & Talk Sessions
Free Consultation
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- BACP-registered counsellor with 15+ years' experience
- Free 30-minute introductory consultation available
- Combines traditional therapy with innovative outdoor sessions
- Flexible scheduling including weekend appointments
- Proven approach for anxiety and personal development
Associations and certifications
- British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Services
Online Counselling
Secure video counselling sessions conducted via encrypted WhatsApp calls. This service provides accessible mental health support for clients unable to attend in-person sessions. Therapists maintain the same professional standards as face-to-face therapy while offering flexibility for remote clients.
Therapy Outdoors
Walk-and-talk counselling sessions conducted in natural settings within 18 miles of Baughurst. Combines physical activity with therapeutic conversation to enhance mental wellbeing. Sessions last one hour and incorporate environmental benefits to aid emotional processing.
Telephone Therapy
Confidential telephone counselling for clients without internet access. Maintains therapeutic quality through voice communication alone. Particularly suitable for maintaining continuity of care during technological limitations or personal preference for auditory focus.
Free Consultation
Complimentary 30-minute assessment session for new clients. Allows mutual evaluation of therapeutic fit and discussion of client goals. Available via video call, telephone, or as a brief walk introduction to outdoor therapy options.
Humanistic Counselling
BACP-accredited therapeutic approach focusing on personal growth and self-actualisation. Utilises transactional analysis principles to explore client issues within their life context. Emphasises collaborative relationship-building and empowerment through self-discovery.
People
Gavin Rogers
Counsellor & Founder
BACP-registered counsellor with 15+ years' experience. Holds BTh and Dip Couns qualifications. Specialises in anxiety management and outdoor therapy. Combines theological background with practical counselling experience to support client growth.
Questions
What are your counselling fees?
All sessions cost £55, whether conducted online, by telephone, or outdoors. This includes our one-hour outdoor sessions and 50-minute virtual appointments.
How long do sessions last?
Online and telephone sessions last 50 minutes. Outdoor walking sessions typically last one hour to accommodate physical activity alongside therapeutic discussion.
Do you offer face-to-face sessions?
We offer therapy outdoors within 18 miles of Baughurst, Hampshire. For indoor sessions, we provide video call and telephone options with secure communication platforms.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 24 hours' notice for cancellations or rescheduling. Sessions cancelled with less notice incur the full £55 fee to maintain appointment slot availability for other clients.
Are sessions confidential?
All sessions maintain strict confidentiality except in cases of serious harm risk, legal requirements, or as agreed in our therapy contract. Supervision sessions maintain client anonymity.
How often should I attend therapy?
Weekly sessions at consistent times work best for most clients. We can accommodate flexible scheduling for those requiring less frequent appointments while maintaining therapeutic continuity.
