Still Point Wellbeing

Counselling, Walking therapy and mindfulness in Portsmouth, online and outdoors

Find stillness, navigate change.

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Welcome

Hi, I’m Abi Houghton – welcome to Still Point Wellbeing. Whether you are seeking support, exploring new ways of being, or simply needing a space to pause and breathe, you are warmly welcome here. I am so pleased that you clicked onto my webpage and I look forward to working with you.

I am a qualified Humanistic Counsellor, (Dip). in Portsmouth and a registered member of the BACP (British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists). I work in line with the BACP Ethical Framework and my practice is aligned with their standards.

At Still Point Wellbeing, I offer a calm, supportive space where you can talk things through and feel heard. I work in a humanistic way and draw on mindfulness, which means I focus on what's happening for you right now and support you to make sense of things in a way that feels right for you - with care and non-judgement.

Sessions are available either in-person, online or walking outdoors - you can choose the style that feels best for you. Some people prefer the privacy of in-room or online sessions, while others find walking side by side outdoors helps them open up more easily.

My approach is all about working with you, not telling you what to do. I work in a down-to-earth, compassionate and gentle way which creates space in which to notice your own strengths and we can explore what works best for you.

There is no set agenda, priorities may shift from one week to the next, we go with whatever feels most important at the time.

Life can throw all sorts of challenges at us - feeling anxious, low, facing big transitions, grief, or just wanting some clarity. Our sessions offer an opportunity to sit with things that can sometimes feel overwhelming, uncomfortable and scary. I will be with you and together we can navigate our way through.

Through compassionate listening and mindful reflection, I will support you in discovering your own insights, strengths, and ways forward—at your own pace and in your own way.

It’s completely normal to feel uncertain, you don't need to have it all sorted to take the first step. This is a space to be curious, where things will gently become clear.

What my clients say

"I began personal therapy with Abigail at still point wellbeing back in September 2025, I was immediately impressed with their professionalism and communication. I have not, until this year experienced online counselling and I can honestly say, I have been happy throughout with the warmth and empathy I received during our sessions. I also liked the reminder message I got the day of/day before depending on the time of the sessions. This allowed me to keep track of my sessions."

"I do feel that I've made significant progress. A big part of that is having a good fit between client and therapist.

I especially feel that our sessions were open enough to allow me to explore issues as and when they arose but also that you gave enough direction to enable me to stay focused. I do tend to flit from one thing to another in my head if left to my own devices.

I feel also that I have developed the ability, to a certain extent, to have control over my own thought processes which has helped me through some difficult situations."

Fees & location

I see clients face-to-face in Portsmouth, within easy reach of Fareham, Gosport, Waterlooville, Purbrook and throughout Hampshire.


Sessions are also available online for clients across the UK, and I offer walking therapy outdoors for those who prefer a side-by-side approach. Walking sessions take place whatever the weather - sometimes the changes in the seasons, sunshine or even a bit of rain can bring a whole new perspective to how things feel. Remember a brolly or a wellington boot!


All individual sessions - whether in-person, online or walking outdoors - last 50 minutes and are typically on a weekly basis. Sessions are priced at £45 per session. If cost is a concern, I may have limited sliding scale options available—please feel free to ask. To learn more or book a session, please get in touch.

Get in touch

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange an initial assessment appointment. This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.

You can also call me or leave a message on 07749 102441


All contact is strictly confidential.

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