Counselling Ludlow, Shropshire & Online Nationwide
Welcome to Fran Mayer Counselling
Supporting you through challenging times — and helping you feel confident again
How Counselling Can Help
Do you ever feel stuck — like you’re moving through life but not really connecting with it?
Perhaps you find yourself overthinking, feeling anxious, or wondering why things that seem simple for others can feel so overwhelming? Maybe you’ve always pushed yourself to cope, but it’s starting to feel harder to keep up.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many of the people I work with describe feeling exhausted by trying to manage everything, often while caring deeply for others and masking how hard things really feel.
For some, this can be linked to neurodiverse traits such as ADHD or autism, which can make everyday life — from decisions to routines — feel more demanding.
Would you like to:
- Feel more confident and calm in yourself?
- Understand why you react the way you do?
- Find new ways to manage overwhelm and self-criticism?
- Stop feeling like you have to hold everything together alone?
Counselling offers you space to pause, untangle what’s happening, and find your own way forward — at your pace, in a supportive and non-judgemental space.
I’m Fran, a therapeutic counsellor based in Ludlow, Shropshire, offering face-to-face counselling locally and online therapy across the UK. I support adults (18+) who are feeling anxious, stuck, or overwhelmed, helping them to make sense of their experiences and feel more connected to who they are.
My background includes roles in mental health services, including supporting individuals in a secure prison unit, which sparked my fascination with what shapes people’s lives. I’ve always been drawn to supporting others, and counselling felt like a natural path.
I work in a warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth way. I won’t judge or try to ‘fix’ you, but I will listen with care, help you make sense of what’s happening, and support you in finding your own way forward. I see the therapeutic relationship as central to growth and healing. Therapy doesn’t need to feel clinical — it can be human, supportive, and even include moments of humour and warmth.
Testimonial
"Fran was an unbelievable help in getting me out of my shell and opening up when I never thought I would be able to - this service has been incredible for me and helped me face my grief head on rather than not knowing where to turn."
Testimonial
"I visited Fran for counselling over a few months. She has a warm and welcoming manner, and I felt able to talk about a number of different worries. Fran was always kind, compassionate and understanding, and listened to carefully, without any judgement. She gave me the opportunity to talk openly, to reflect and to consider my problems from different perspectives. Most importantly, she helped me to see the progress that I was making. She supported me through a difficult time, and I am now facing life with a more hopeful outlook."
Testimonial
"Fran - thank you for everything you have done for me. Words cannot really express what a difference having therapy with you has made to my day-to-day life and general wellbeing."
Location & Online Access
I offer face-to-face sessions from the Wetmore Clinic, a peaceful countryside practice located in Onibury, just outside Ludlow, Shropshire. The space is private, quiet, and designed to help you feel at ease.
There is on-site parking available, and I’m based on the lower ground floor. The building has wheelchair access, but please let me know ahead of booking if you require any additional support so I can ensure an appropriate room is available and make any necessary arrangements.
If you're based further afield — or simply prefer the comfort of your own space — I also offer online sessions across the UK via a secure video platform. All you need is a confidential space such as a bedroom, office, or stationary vehicle where you can speak freely without interruption
Sessions & Fees
Session fee
£50 per 50-minute session (online or in-person)
Reduced-fee spaces
I offer a limited number of reduced-fee spaces for students or those on a lower income — please feel free to ask if this might apply to you.
Session Format
Sessions are available:
● In person at the Wetmore Clinic near Ludlow, Shropshire
● Online via a secure video platform, available UK-wide. You’ll just need a private space such as a bedroom, office, or stationary vehicle.
Frequency
I recommend weekly sessions to begin with, if this could work for you. However, fortnightly or flexible options are also available depending on your needs and availability.
Introductory Call
I offer a free 15-minute phone, or video call, so we can see if we feel like a good fit. There’s no pressure to commit — just a chance to ask questions and talk through what you’re looking for.
Payment & Cancellation
Payment is due by bank transfer or cash on the day of each session. If you need to cancel, please give at least 24 hours’ notice. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice are chargeable at the full session rate.
Get in touch
If you’re thinking about starting therapy or would like to know more about how I work, I offer a free 15-minute phone or video call — no pressure to commit, just a space to ask questions and see if it feels like a good fit.
You can get in touch by filling out the contact form below, or by emailing or calling me directly:
Email: franmayercounselling@gmail.com
Tel: 07758 857509
All enquiries are treated with care and confidentiality
