Jo Thomas

Jo Thomas
Barwell, near Hinckley
Leicestershire
LE9

tel: 07749024078
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Counsellor Profile

I'm an experienced, female Counsellor and mental health worker. I work with a person-centred/humanistic approach and have experience of working with a wide range of issues. I'm a registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and work within their Ethical Framework.
I offer a safe, non-judgemental and supportive relationship in which you can explore and express your feelings, and find solutions to your problems. The number of sessions you have with me will be your choice.
I began my working life at the age of 16 as a Secretary. After having a break to have my children I then worked with pre-school children. Following another break from working life, due to disability, I decided to train in Counselling and work with adults. As well as my private practice, I have worked at West Leicestershire Mind for the past 5 years, where I do voluntary work as a Counsellor, alongside my paid work of running groups and a befriending scheme for adults with mental health difficulties.

Training, Qualifications & Experience (more info)

Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling 2006 (Level 4 Humanistic)
Cert. Counselling Studies 2004
Cert. Counselling Skills 2003
Counselling Approaches to Personal Development 2002
Assertiveness training 2002
C&G Caring for Children & Families in the Community 1995

Areas of counselling I deal with

Bipolar Disorder/Manic Depression

Personality Disorders

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Other areas of counselling I deal with

Disability, Self Harm, Mental Health issues

Fees

£35 for a full 1 hour session. (Counselling students £25) First 1/2 hour introductory session free.

Extra Information

I can offer daytime or evening appointments, and home visits for people with mobility issues by prior arrangement.
Please either contact me by e-mail, giving me a number I can ring you on, or phone me on the above number. I do prefer to speak to potential clients rather than text.

Member Organisation(s)

BACP	- Last checked by Counselling Directory on: 30th June 2008