David Wakely MA UKCP Reg. |  |
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David Wakely Bristol BS6 |
Additional Address Bristol BS8 |
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tel: 078 495 19 277
web: www.davidwakely.co.uk Click here to Email me | ||
Profile
As a fully qualified, experienced and registered counsellor and psychotherapist, I offer a constructive, grounded approach to individuals and couples in a safe and confidential environment. My aim is to help you explore and gain clarity on aspects of your life and to resolve problems which are troubling you.
I work with people on a wide range of problems, including anxiety, depression, confidence and self-esteem, anger, difficulties in relationships, sexual problems, addictions etc.
People also come to counselling with problems that are more difficult to define - a sense of confusion about their lives and about who they are, a lack of direction, a loss of meaning or joy in living, difficulties in relating to others or in sustaining good relationships.
Experience has taught me that everyone who comes to counselling brings with them a unique set of circumstances, background, values and beliefs. Consequently, I do not believe that "one size fits all" and I do not offer ready-made solutions. Instead, I work with you towards a resolution which respects who you are and your situation in life.
Making contact
If you would like to make an appointment, then simply e-mail me by using the link on this page or telephone me on the above number. I will get back to you as soon as I can.
The first meeting is our chance to decide whether we want to continue working together or not.
If we agree to continue, I will usually suggest a fixed number of meetings at first (normally between four and six), which we can extend later if we wish to.
About myself
I undertook my first counselling training in 1997 at the New School of Psychotherapy and Counselling in London. I also studied psychoanalytic and existential psychology at Birkbeck College. In 2002, I started a Masters degree in existential psychotherapy, validated by the University of Sheffield, which I finished in 2005. I have been registered with the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) since 2006.
I have worked for the Terrence Higgins Trust in London and for EACH (Ethnic Alcohol Counselling) in Hounslow, enabling me to acquire a broad base of experience in the areas of mental and sexual health.
Since graduating, I have undertaken further training in couples therapy at the Tavistock Centre for Couple Relationships. I have also had training in same-sex couple counselling and in CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) techniques for depression, anxiety disorders (such as social anxiety and generalised anxiety disorder) and anger.
I moved to Bristol in 2008, where I now work in private practice.
I work with a wide range of issues, but I am particularly interested in the areas of relationships (whether at home, at work or in social life), isolation and loneliness, sexuality, sexual health and in issues of identity.
Training, Qualifications & Experience
MA Existential Psychotherapy & Counselling (University of Sheffield), 2005
Certificate in Counselling Skills (New School of Psychotherapy & Counselling), 1997
Additional training:
Tavistock Centre for Couple Relationships: Introduction to Couple Interaction, 2007
Training workshops in CBT for depression, anxiety and anger, 2008/2009
Pink Therapy:
Same-sex relationship therapy, 2009
Areas of counselling I deal with
Fees
Individuals: £35/£30 (£20 for 1st session)
Couples: £40 (£20 for 1st session)
Lower rates are available if you are on a low income.
(Please note that cancellations must be made with 24 hours notice. Otherwise, the session can be rescheduled or the full fee is payable.)
