Professional Psychotherapy Services in Banbury

A safe, confidential space in Banbury where you can explore your emotions, gain deeper self-understanding, process past experiences, and move toward lasting healing and personal growth.

What Is Psychotherapy?

Psychotherapy is a talking therapy that helps you explore your inner world — your thoughts, emotions, patterns, behaviours, and experiences — in a safe, confidential setting. Unlike shorter-term counselling, psychotherapy often goes deeper, helping you make sense of longstanding difficulties, unconscious influences, and the emotional impact of your past.

At Banbury & North Oxfordshire Therapy Practice, our qualified psychotherapists offer warm, compassionate support tailored to your needs. Whether you’re facing emotional distress, relationship issues, or a general feeling of being lost or stuck, psychotherapy can help you understand yourself more clearly and begin to move forward with purpose and self-awareness.

How Psychotherapy Can Help

Psychotherapy offers the opportunity to explore what’s really going on beneath the surface. Rather than focusing only on current symptoms or situations, it looks at the whole person — how your past may be shaping your present, how you relate to others, and how your inner world affects your outer life.

In Banbury, many people come to psychotherapy when they’ve tried coping alone or with short-term support but feel there’s more to uncover. Therapy gives you the time and space to go deeper — at your pace, in your own way.

Meet The Team

Our team of experienced psychotherapists, based in Banbury, is dedicated to providing compassionate and tailored support for individuals, couples, and families. With diverse expertise and a shared commitment to your well-being, we’re here to help you navigate life’s challenges and achieve personal growth. Explore our profiles below to find the right therapist for you.

Issues We Help With

Common Issues Psychotherapy Can Support

Psychotherapy can support you through a wide range of emotional, psychological, and relational challenges. It provides the time and space to explore what’s beneath the surface — not just immediate symptoms, but the deeper feelings, patterns, and experiences that may be shaping your life today. At our Banbury practice, we work with individuals facing many different issues, including:

What to Expect from Therapy

Psychotherapy sessions usually take place weekly, lasting around 50 minutes. At our Banbury practice, we offer in-person sessions in a calm, private setting, as well as online sessions if preferred. You’ll work with the same therapist each week, building a relationship based on trust, honesty, and collaboration.

The process is not rushed. We go at your pace — exploring your feelings, memories, and experiences in a way that feels safe and manageable. Over time, many clients find psychotherapy helps them feel more whole, emotionally connected, and better equipped to navigate life’s challenges.

Why Choose Us?

At Banbury & North Oxfordshire Therapy Practice, our psychotherapists are fully qualified and experienced in working with adults and young people across a wide range of emotional issues. We are BACP-registered and committed to working ethically, sensitively, and with respect for your individual needs and background.

Our therapy rooms are located in North Bar House, a beautiful Grade II listed Georgian building in the heart of Banbury — a calm, welcoming environment where your therapy journey can begin.

Frequently Asked Questions About Psychotherapy in Banbury

Understanding what to expect from psychotherapy in Banbury

Starting psychotherapy can feel like a big step, especially if you’re not sure what to expect. Whether you’re considering it for the first time or returning after a break, it’s natural to have questions about how it works, how it’s different from counselling, and whether it’s the right form of support for you. Below, we’ve answered some of the most common questions people ask about psychotherapy at our Banbury practice.

What is psychotherapy?

Psychotherapy is a form of talking therapy that focuses on helping you explore deep-seated thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and patterns that may be affecting your life. It often looks beyond surface-level symptoms to understand their emotional roots — including past experiences, unconscious beliefs, and relationship dynamics.

At Banbury & North Oxfordshire Therapy Practice, our psychotherapists offer a safe, confidential space for this kind of in-depth exploration. Over time, psychotherapy can support healing, improve emotional awareness, and help you feel more connected, whole, and grounded in yourself.

How is psychotherapy different from counselling?

Both psychotherapy and counselling aim to support your mental and emotional wellbeing, but they often differ in depth and duration. Counselling is usually shorter-term and focuses on specific issues or life situations, such as a recent loss or relationship difficulty. Psychotherapy, on the other hand, is often longer-term and explores deeper emotional patterns, internal conflicts, and unconscious influences that may have developed over time.

At our Banbury practice, many of our therapists are trained in both counselling and psychotherapy and will tailor their approach depending on your needs. You don’t have to choose one or the other upfront — we can help you decide what’s most suitable for you.

What issues can psychotherapy help with?

Psychotherapy can support a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges, including:

Anxiety, panic attacks, and persistent worry
Depression, low mood, and emotional numbness
Low self-worth and inner criticism
Trauma and unresolved past experiences
Difficulties in relationships and attachment
Grief, loss, and unresolved sadness
Identity concerns and self-exploration
Emotional overwhelm or disconnection
Repeated negative patterns or life choices
Feeling stuck, lost, or out of control

In Banbury, people seek psychotherapy for both specific issues and general feelings of unease or emotional discomfort. You don’t need a diagnosis or crisis to begin — just a willingness to explore what’s going on for you.

What happens in a typical psychotherapy session?

A typical psychotherapy session lasts around 50 minutes and takes place weekly. You’ll meet with the same therapist each time, which allows a trusting, consistent relationship to develop. Sessions are usually open-ended, meaning you bring whatever feels important each week — whether it’s current feelings, past memories, dreams, or recurring patterns.

Your psychotherapist will listen with care, offer insights, and help you reflect — without judgment or agenda. The goal isn’t to “fix” you but to help you understand yourself more deeply and find your own way forward. At our Banbury practice, we go at your pace and create a space where you can feel safe to be honest and explore what truly matters to you.

Is psychotherapy confidential?

Yes — confidentiality is a cornerstone of psychotherapy. What you share in sessions remains private between you and your therapist, with a few legal exceptions. These include situations where there is serious risk of harm to you or someone else, or where required by law.

At Banbury & North Oxfordshire Therapy Practice, all therapists follow the BACP Code of Ethics, and we will always explain the boundaries of confidentiality clearly during your first session. Our goal is to provide a space where you feel completely safe to speak freely.

How long does psychotherapy last?

Psychotherapy is typically longer-term than counselling and can last for several months or even years, depending on your goals and needs. Some people choose open-ended therapy to explore deeper emotional patterns and develop greater self-awareness over time. Others may work through specific issues and end when they feel ready.

At our Banbury practice, we review your progress regularly and support you in deciding when therapy feels complete. There’s no fixed timeline — it’s a collaborative process guided by what feels most helpful to you.

How often will I have sessions?

Psychotherapy sessions usually take place once a week, on the same day and time each week. This regular rhythm helps create a stable, reliable space for emotional work to unfold. Weekly sessions are standard, but some clients in Banbury may request more or less frequent appointments depending on their circumstances, goals, and availability. We’ll discuss this together during your initial consultation.

Is psychotherapy right for me?

Psychotherapy may be right for you if you’re looking to understand yourself more deeply, explore emotional patterns, or work through long-standing challenges. It can be especially helpful if you’ve tried other forms of support and still feel stuck or dissatisfied.

It’s also a good option if you’re unsure exactly what’s wrong but feel disconnected, emotionally overwhelmed, or out of touch with yourself. At our Banbury practice, we welcome anyone who is curious about personal growth and open to engaging in the therapeutic process. You don’t need to have everything figured out — we’ll explore it together.

Where is your psychotherapy practice located?

Our therapy rooms are located in North Bar House, a Grade II listed Georgian building near Banbury town centre. The setting is quiet, calm, and ideal for the reflective work of psychotherapy. We are easily accessible by public transport, with local parking nearby.

Whether you prefer to attend in person or would rather have sessions online, we aim to make therapy as comfortable and accessible as possible. Many of our clients in Banbury appreciate the peaceful, grounding nature of the space — a welcoming environment to begin your therapy journey.

Our Banbury Location

Address

North Bar House
43-44 North Bar Street
Banbury
Oxfordshire
OX16 0TH

Directions on How to Find Us

By Car

North Bar House is conveniently located on North Bar Street, just off Banbury town centre. If driving, you can reach us via the M40 motorway (Junction 11), following signs for Banbury town centre. Once in town, North Bar Street is easily accessible from the main routes.

Parking

There is limited on-street parking available near North Bar House (time restrictions may apply). For longer stays, the nearest public car park is North Bar West Car Park, a short 3-minute walk away. Additional parking options include Bolton Road Car Park and NCP Car Park Banbury, both within a 10-minute walk.

By Train

Banbury Railway Station is well connected by major rail routes, including direct services from London Marylebone, Birmingham, and Oxford. North Bar House is approximately a 15-minute walk from the station. Alternatively, taxis are readily available outside the station for a short ride to the location.

By Bus

Banbury is served by several bus routes connecting the surrounding areas. The nearest bus stops to North Bar House are on North Bar Street and Southam Road, just a few minutes’ walk away.

Ready to Begin Your Therapy Journey?

If you're ready to explore psychotherapy, we're here to support you. Get in touch to book an initial session or ask any questions.