Bristol Creative Therapy

Counselling, Creative Therapy & Supervision in Bristol, UK

Welcome to Bristol Creative Therapy

Counselling, Creative Therapy & Supervision in Bristol, UK

I’m a warm, approachable therapist based in a bright, welcoming space in Clifton Village. I see counselling as a journey we take together to better understand you—your experiences, your thoughts, and your emotions. Therapy is a collaborative process, and it can really help build emotional resilience over time. I also offer creative approaches, which can be especially helpful when words don’t quite capture how you’re feeling.

Sometimes exploring things through art or other creative methods can give us a new way in, especially when things feel hard to talk about. I aim to work in a way that suits you. Whether you’d like to talk, get creative, or a mix of both, we’ll go at your pace. You're in control of what we explore, and I’ll try to tailor my approach to support you in the way that feels most helpful.

Toni Richardson headshot - Counsellor in Bristol

“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I change"

Carl Rogers

Experience

I have been working as a therapist with children for over ten years and with adults and young people for over five years. I have counselled adults and young people who have experienced social, relationship and attachment difficulties, loss and grief, neglect and trauma, shame, anxiety and depression. I specialise in neuroaffirming therapy and have a compassionate approach.


I have worked with children and adults with a wide range of identities from many different backgrounds. I aim to work inclusively and openly with everyone.

I am an Accredited Humanistic and Integrative Counsellor registered with the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) and an Accredited Play Therapist, Creative Arts Counsellor for Children & Young People, and Clinical Supervisor registered with Play Therapy United Kingdom (PTUK).

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Areas of Expertise

I have supported clients facing a wide range of challenges including:

Anxiety

Depression

Relationship difficulties

Grief

Loss

Shame

Neglect

Trauma

I have a particular focus on working with those navigating anxiety, shame, neurodivergence, and LGBTQIA+ experiences. I bring lived experience and warmly welcome clients exploring neurodivergence and LGBTQIA+ topics, creating a safe, inclusive space for everyone.

Counselling & Creative Therapy

Counselling and Creative Therapy offered to children 8+, young people, and adults.

Sessions can be online, on the telephone or in-person in Clifton village, Bristol. Contact me to find out more.

Creative Clinical Supervision

Creative Clinical Supervision offered to APAC Play Therapy students and qualified professionals of any modality.

Group supervision or reflective practice groups also offered to qualified professionals. Contact me to find out more.

Location

I offer in person sessions near the Clifton Arcade in BS8 4AA, which is easily accessible from areas such as Central Bristol, Hotwells, Harbourside and Southville. I also offer online counselling sessions.

Fees

Counselling and creative therapy is £55 per 50 minute session

Limited concessionary spaces are available

Get in touch

Please contact me if you have any questions about how creative counselling works, or to arrange an initial call or appointment. 


I offer a free brief phone call to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I might the right therapist to help.


All enquiries are usually answered within 2 working days.


UK Support and Crisis Organisations
In an emergency

If you or a loved one might be about to attempt suicide, or has already seriously harmed themselves, contact 999 or go to your nearest Accident & Emergency department immediately.

Urgent support

If you need urgent support for your mental health but it is not life-threatening, you can contact 111 who will tell you how best to get support.


In England you can find the number to call if you follow this link: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/mental-health/find-an-urgent-mental-health-helpline


Call the Samaritans on 116 123

General support

For general nationwide mental health support use the website Hub of Hope

https://hubofhope.co.uk/


The Hub of Hope is the UK’s leading mental health support database. It is provided by national mental health charity, Chasing the Stigma, and brings local, national, peer, community, charity, private and NHS mental health support and services together in one place.

Bristol Support and Crisis Organisations
In an emergency

Call Bristol Mental Health on 0300 555 0334. This line is open 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Local support organisations

A list of local organisations can be found at the bottom of this Bristol City Council web page

https://www.bristol.gov.uk/social-care-health/mental-health-services

Other services

The website to search for general mental health services in Bristol and South Gloucestershire is WellAware

https://www.wellaware.org.uk/info-resources/mental-health/


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