Dr. Victoria Galbraith

Dr. Victoria Galbraith
Stratford Upon Avon
Warwickshire
CV37

tel: 07780680607
web: http://www.counsellingpsychologist.org/
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Counsellor Profile

I provide a safe, professional, respectful and confidential service to individuals and couples within Warwickshire and surrounding areas. I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, which means that I have undertaken a professional training programme accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)(which takes a minimum of 6 years). Throughout my employment to date, I have worked within the NHS and the private sector and also as a professional trainer of counselling psychology students on a BPS-accredited professional training programme. Within this range of work, I have experience of working therapeutically with a wide variety of client difficulties and diagnoses, from personal development/growth and relationship problems to mild, moderate and severe mental health difficulties.

I know that you may be entering unchartered territory by taking the first step of entering into therapy. In fact, many individuals feel anxious when faced with this situation. My aim is therefore to make sure that the first session is as comfortable as possible for you so that you can gain a good understanding of what it might be like to work with me.

In a first session with me, you will be asked to explain as much about your reasons for seeking assistance as you can, so that I can gain a better understanding of how I may be able to assist. However, I know that this may feel quite uncomfortable at times, so rest assured, we will always be working at your own pace and if you feel uncertain about explaining certain things, I will respect your decisions at all times. During this first session, it is hoped that you will feel supported and understood; and you can see whether you feel comfortable working with me. If, at the end of the session, you feel as though you would like to continue working with me then we can arrange another appointment or alternatively you can go away and have a think about it.

Training, Qualifications & Experience (more info)

Qualifications:
DPsych [Practitioner Doctorate in Counselling Psychology]
Post-MSc Diploma in Counselling Psychology
Postgraduate Certificate in the Foundations of Psychological Counselling
BSc(hons) Psychology
Postgraduate Certificate of Learning and Teaching in Higher Education

Membership:
Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society (BPS):
- Division of Counselling Psychology
- Special Group in Coaching Psychology
- Qualitative Methods Section
Fellow and Registered Practitioner of the Higher Education Academy

Work for National Agencies:
British Psychological Society’s Training Committee for Counselling Psychology

Areas of counselling I deal with

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Personality Disorders

Phobias

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Termination/Abortion/Miscarriage

Trauma

Work Related Issues

Other areas of counselling I deal with

Personal Development
Life Coaching
Any general difficulties affecting every day life

Fees

1 hour session for an individual: £75
1 hour session for a couple: £95
Trainee therapists: Sliding scale - please contact for further information

Assessment Sessions may vary - please contact for further information

Extra Information

Ethics: I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist which means that I abide by the Professional Code of Conduct of the British Psychological Society (BPS). Therefore, you have every right to expect that I will conduct myself professionally, responsibly and according to the ethical laws, regulations, and code of conduct of the BPS, of which I am a full professional member.

Other services:
I also offer additional services, such as clinical supervision of other therapists and trainee therapists; and also as Co-Ordinator of Training (CoT) for the BPS Qualification in Counselling Psychology.

Member Organisation(s)

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