Welcome to Judith Russell Counselling
Counselling and Therapeutic Coaching for adults and young people in Hitchin, North Hertfordshire & Online
Compassionate counselling in a safe, private and understanding environment
Experience working with neurodivergent individuals and families
My name is Judith, and I am a counsellor offering both short and long-term therapy and therapeutic coaching. I offer in person sessions in Hitchin, North Hertfordshire and online sessions via Microsoft Teams. I work with individuals, couples and young people age 16 and above.
Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck or anxious or simply finding that life feels more difficult than usual. You may be going through a period of change, struggling with relationships, or wanting to make better sense of yourself and what you're experiencing. Whether you come on your own or as a couple, I offer a calm, welcoming space where you can talked openly, without judgement, and at a pace that feels right for you.
I have particular experience working with individuals with neurodivergent differences, disabilities or additional needs and am aware of how this can bring many challenges that can significantly affect emotional well-being and mental health
I am an accredited registrant of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and have the King’s Trust Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. I have a CPCAB award in Couples Counselling and the Certificate in Coaching for Counsellors from the Association of Coaching and a National Autism Training Programme (NATP) certificate. I have volunteered for national and local bereavement support charities.
I am passionate about the power of providing a safe, calm space with no judgement but with understanding, care and empathy for your situation.
Therapeutic Support
Support for Parents
I work with parents trying to help their children with autism, ADHD or AuDHD feel safe, be able to regulate and to fulfil their potential whilst appreciating and giving space to the impact on the family as a whole.
I help parents with a therapy-based approach, often blended with coaching and psycho-education as suits each person's need.
I have supported many through their journey of diagnosis, understanding and acceptance, often with the challenges of communicating with others and seeking out and securing the support and services they need.
Support for Couples
In my work with couples I provide a space to slow things down, listen to each other and reconnect.
It can be an opportunity to undertand the patterns that have developed between you, communicate more openly and gain a clearer sense of what you each need from the relationship. It may be that one or both of you have a neurodivergent condition that is having an impact on your interaction and communication.
I aim to provide a space where you can both feel heard and understood.
Support for Young People
I have supported young people in and out of education with a mix of therapy, coaching and psycho-education, aiming to help them understand more about themselves and be able to self-advocate.
Support for Neurodivergent Individuals
As a qualified counsellor, I work to help neurodivergent individuals with anxiety, depression and burnout, recognising the frustration and exhaustion of trying to meet the demands of this neurotypical world. This also includes supporting individuals with autism and ADHD, helping them feel understood and valued for who they are.
Support for Young People
I have supported young people in and out of education with a mix of therapy, coaching and psycho-education, aiming to help them understand more about themselves and be able to self-advocate.
What issues can counselling help with?
People come to me for support with a wide range of issues. Here are some of the more common difficulties that can be helped through counselling:
Feelings of stress or anxiety
Panic attacks
Relationship problems
Grief, loss or bereavement
Burnout and exhaustion
Autism, ADHD and AuDHD support
Parenting challenges
Depression
Problems with confidence or self-esteem
Overwhelm and sensory overload
Difficulties with emotional regulation
School or workplace challenges
Problems with family or school life
Self-understanding and acceptance
My Therapeutic Approach
As a Pluralistic counsellor, I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches to best support my clients. I work in a highly collaborative, flexible and open way, led by the client and will use a range of approaches including cognitive behavioural tools, Solution Focus strategies and coaching techniques if they seem helpful to the individual.
I work in a person-centred way, prioritising open communication and ensuring we agree on an approach that feels comfortable for you.
I aim to create a listening, supportive and safe space for you to explore the issues, worries and challenges on your mind.
Sessions & Fees
For individual sessions, each session lasts 50 minutes, takes place on a weekly or fortnightly basis and costs from £55 per session.
For couples sessions each session lasts an hour and costs from £90 per session
I also provide single session work to help specifically with your current situation and help you create an action plan. This generally involves some emailed information from you in advance of a longer 60–90 minute session and then a follow up at a time agreed. Charging to be agreed at the time but based on an hourly rate of from £55.
Discounted fee for counselling students in training.
Use the form below to book your session.
I take payment by transfer the day before the session and have a 24-hour notice cancellation policy.
Get in touch
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or if you’d like to arrange an initial assessment session.
This gives us the opportunity to discuss what brings you to counselling, explore whether it could be helpful for you, and decide if I am the right therapist to support you.
I work from a private therapy suite in Hitchin, North Hertfordshire, welcoming clients from the surrounding areas.
Full location details will be shared once we arrange your session.
In addition to face-to-face therapy, I also offer online sessions for clients across the UK via Microsoft Teams.
Blog & Resources
Blog
Read articles and reflections about counselling, autism, ADHD, Neurodivergent, and emotional well-being written to help you better understand yourself and others.
Resources
Explore trusted organisations, useful links, and tools offering guidance and mental health support for autism, ADHD, and neurodivergent individuals and families.