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I'm a qualified, registered counsellor with nearly 15 years of experience working with a wide range of concerns, including bereavement, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues (not couples). Therapy approaches include Person-centred, CBT & Solution Focused.
My core approach is client-led but I integrate other styles of therapy into the work, predominantly Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused.
My goal is to assist people gain their fullest potential and a new perspective on life and over many years I have had the privilege of seeing people leave me as stronger, resolved, and self-assured individuals.
My therapy style is friendly, empathic, and interactive. The person-centred approach values you as the expert of your life but I am there to guide you through your own thoughts, feelings, and emotions. You will be treated with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. so I will be non-judgmental.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. I know that personally! However, my empathic, warm, and caring character, along with a safe and welcoming environment, will support, encourage, and ultimately empower you to reach the potential you wish and gain a new perspective on life.
Getting in touch...
Email or phone me and we will set up a 'getting to know you' session. This will be where I will explain further how I work and answer any questions. I will listen to the reason(s) why you have contacted me and we will talk about what you hope to gain from counselling. This will then give us both a greater insight as to whether I'm the right person to help you.
The initial email or phone contact is not an avenue for in-depth work, it is just an introduction to one another. If you're happy to continue, after our first meeting, we'll set up a second session and from there will arrange to see (or speak to) each other on a basis that suits you - weekly or fortnightly. We will then continue until the relationship has served its purpose. I work at your pace and via phone or Zoom.
I use the person-centred approach to counselling, but I integrate other techniques, such as CBT or Solution Focused, if wished for, as I am very much client-led.
I work with adults, including the older generation.
Caring for a loved one; bereavement; depression; anxiety; low self-esteem; relationship issues (individuals only); disability concerns. Also, during lockdown I worked voluntarily for a scheme called Key Link Counselling (now disbanded) and did a lot of work with teachers.
£25 for the initial session and £45 for any subsequent ones.
English
I offer you a safe and supportive space and one that can enable a collaborative approach for supervision, allowing you to develop your own resources.
I currently offer supervision via Zoom or telephone. My qualification is a Diploma in Clinical Supervision, and this enables me to work either individually, or with groups. I aim to provide a collaborative and reflective space where you, as a supervisee, can grow and develop a greater understanding of your client, and maybe of yourself as a counsellor. My role is a mix of education, mentoring, holding the ethical position, and ensuring your safety, as well as that of your clients. I work within the guidelines of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy.
My supervision is based on the Person-Centred Approach where the core of supervision is the relationship that will be created between you and me. Fundamental to that relationship is a good rapport and working alliance. I feel very passionate about supporting other therapists to develop their own potential, and areas of specialist interest, and I have a wealth of experience with adults and young people.
I offer clinical supervision to both trainee and qualified counsellors. Reduced fees are available to trainee counsellors. Please contact me via email, or telephone, for more information.
I work in a person-centred way but integrate techniques from other approaches if called upon to do so.