Counselling Services

Our services include anxiety counselling in Basildon, helping you understand and manage overwhelming thoughts and feelings at your own pace

At Inner Journey Counselling, we understand that life can bring challenges that feel overwhelming at times. Whether you are experiencing stress, anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, or simply need space to talk, counselling can provide an opportunity to reflect, gain clarity, and move forward.

Our approach is warm, professional, and non-judgemental. We work alongside you to better understand your experiences, helping you develop insight, resilience, and a stronger sense of self.

We offer both short-term and longer-term support, tailored to your individual needs, ensuring you receive the right level of care and guidance.

If you’re unsure whether counselling is right for you, we are happy to have an initial conversation to help you decide.

Counselling

Get in touch to start your Counselling Journey

Anxiety, Stress & Emotional Support

Support to help you feel calmer, more in control, and better understand your thoughts and feelings.

Personal Growth

Build confidence, self-awareness, and create meaningful change in your life.

Life Challenges

Support through change, loss, and relationship difficulties with care and understanding.

How we work with you

All sessions are 50 minutes

In Person Counselling

Face-to-face sessions in a safe, private setting.

Online Counselling

Flexible support from the comfort of your own space.

Telephone Counselling

Accessible support when video or in-person isn’t suitable.

F.A.Q

Sessions with a qualified counsellor (£50)
delivered either in person in Basildon or online or telephone. 

Trainee Counsellor Sessions (£30)
Trainee counsellors may access counselling as part of their course requirements.
These sessions are delivered by qualified counsellors.

Low-Cost Counselling (£25)
In partnership with Aspire Counselling Academy, we offer low-cost counselling for members of the public.
These sessions are delivered by trainee counsellors completing their placement hours as part of their qualification, and are professionally supervised by qualified counsellors.
Please note:
These sessions are in-person at Aspire Counselling Academy and available during daytime hours only.


Counselling can support a wide range of issues, including:
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Low mood or depression
  • Work-related pressure or burnout
  • Relationship difficulties
  • Bereavement and loss
  • Life changes and transitions
You do not need to be in crisis to benefit — counselling can also help with understanding yourself better and improving overall wellbeing.
Yes, all counselling sessions are confidential.
Confidentiality is maintained in line with professional and ethical guidelines.
The only exceptions are where there is a serious risk of harm to yourself or others, or where required by law. This will always be explained clearly at the start of your sessions.

This varies depending on your needs.
Some clients benefit from short-term support (for example 6–12 sessions), while others may wish to continue for longer.
We will review this together to ensure the support is right for you.

You can get in touch via the contact form or email to arrange an initial conversation.
We will discuss your needs and match you with the most appropriate counsellor or service option.


We offer both online and in-person sessions, depending on availability and suitability.
Low-cost counselling through Aspire Counselling Academy is available in-person only and during daytime hours.



Qualified counsellors have completed their training and are fully qualified to practice independently.
Trainee counsellors are completing their professional training and working towards qualification.
All trainee-delivered sessions are professionally supervised to ensure safe and ethical practice.




Yes, we aim to match you with a counsellor who is appropriate for your needs.
If you feel the match is not right, this can be discussed and alternative arrangements can be considered.





Yes, we provide workplace counselling and wellbeing support for organisations.
This includes confidential one-to-one counselling for employees, with flexible and tailored support options depending on organisational needs.






​The first session is an opportunity to talk about what has brought you to counselling and what you would like support with.
Your counsellor will also explain how the process works and answer any questions you may have.







Yes, counselling is entirely your choice.
You are free to stop at any time, and this can be discussed openly with your counsellor.








Getting Started
Taking the first step can feel difficult, but we aim to make the process simple, supportive, and straightforward.To book, you can contact us using the enquiry form on this website or by email. We will respond promptly to arrange an initial conversation.

During this initial contact, we will:
Listen to what you are looking for
Answer any questions you may have
Explain the different counselling options available
Help you choose the most suitable service

Once you are ready to proceed, we will arrange your first session and provide all the information you need.

You don’t have to figure this out alone — we are here to support you from the very first step.

If you would like to begin, please get in touch and we will guide you through the process.