Swift’s Hill Psychology Practice – clinical psychologist in Stroud, Gloucestershire, and online
Dr Caroline Bendall DClinPsy, MSc, PGDip, PGCert, BA (Hons)
Online across the UK In person in Stroud, in the Cotswold Valleys
You may have achieved a lot in life, and still be finding things hard, overwhelming or unfulfilling.
Specialist psychological therapy can help you move towards the life you want to build.
Many people I work with have been running on empty for a while, and find it hard to see how they can keep going like this. Maybe it shows up as anxiety, a harsh inner critic, or a sense that you should be doing more, or doing something different. Perhaps there’s something from the past that is preventing you from moving forward in the way you want to. I’m Dr Caroline Bendall DClinPsy and I help people understand where these patterns come from, and find ways to live by what matters to them rather than by fear.
Managing isn’t the same as feeling settled or truly fulfilled. Together we can work out what’s driving it, and what to do differently.
Online across the UK In person in Stroud, Gloucestershire
Wherever you’re starting from
Reaching out for therapy isn’t always easy, and you don’t need a diagnosis or the right words. If you’d like to know where to begin, here are some of the places people often start.
“I can’t switch my mind off.”
Worry, panic, a body that won’t settle. We’ll look at what keeps anxiety going and find practical ways to feel steadier.
Anxiety“Nothing I do is ever good enough.”
High standards that have stopped being helpful, and a harsh inner critic that is exhausting to live with.
Perfectionism“Everything’s changing and I’m feeling overwhelmed.”
New roles, endings, losses and big decisions can unsettle even the most capable people.
Life transitions“Something that happened still has a hold on me.”
Making sense of a frightening or distressing experience, at a pace that feels right for you.
Trauma and PTSD“Family life is hard right now.”
Support with the challenges of parenting, and with family relationships past and present.
Perinatal and parenthood support“I’m not sure what to call it.”
That’s fine. Many people haven’t found the words yet. And that’s where specialist psychological therapy can help.
All servicesHello, I’m Caroline.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience in the NHS and other settings. I work with people online across the UK and in person in Stroud, Gloucestershire.
Perhaps you’ve tried therapy in the past but it didn’t give you the depth, understanding or change you were hoping for. Therapy with me provides the safety within which to explore your deepest feelings, beliefs and worries and to find ways through these to bring more clarity and meaning to your everyday life.
Lasting change begins with feeling genuinely understood. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply looking to understand yourself more deeply, at Swift’s Hill Psychology Practice I specialise in helping people to navigate life and its complexities through providing a calm, confidential and supportive space in which to explore your experiences.
Everything is thoughtfully tailored to you.
What happens next
Get in touch
Call, email or send a message through the contact form. Brief information only is required at this stage. You do not need to go into detail about what you are experiencing.
Free 15-minute call
A free, no obligation telephone call to see if I might be the right Clinical Psychologist for you.
Begin evidence-based therapy
50-minute sessions, usually weekly, in Stroud or remotely online.
Regular review
Your bespoke therapy journey is regularly reviewed to ensure it is meeting your needs and continuing in the most appropriate and helpful direction.
Ending
When moving towards ending therapy, we will create a tailored relapse prevention plan with strategies to maintain your progress and a summary of what you are taking away from the therapy.
What clients say
“Thank you Caroline - I found the CBT therapy really helpful and very much appreciated your sympathetic and considered approach.”
“The way it all made sense and gave me practical tools that I could apply in the future, whenever needed.”
“Empathy was genuine and you put me at ease.”
“A safe space to share, talking brings out wider thoughts and understanding of the situation, recognising my feelings and aiding self-reflection. To be given tools to support outside of the session and to help going forwards.”
“It was a very interesting experience and most definitely beneficial.”
Have questions?
You’ll find answers about sessions, fees, referrals and confidentiality in my frequently asked questions.
HCPC registeredBABCP accredited Over 15 years of clinical experience
within the NHS and other settings
Not sure if therapy is right for you?
Have a conversation first. A free 15-minute call is a chance to tell me a little about what’s going on and ask me anything you like. No pressure, no obligation.