Kim Parish MA, UKCP Registered Psychotherapist, MBACP ( Accred.)
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Reading Berkshire RG2 |
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07790319670
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Profile
As a UKCP Registered Psychotherapist and BACP Accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist I offer one to one therapy sessions with adults and young people who may be experiencing difficulties within their lives such as stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, life changes, personal and family relationship issues, bereavement, addictions or anything that they feel might be having an impact on their emotional and psychological wellbeing.
I strongly believe that all issues that people may bring are of equal importance and I feel that counselling is for anyone who feels they are in a difficult place in their lives and might have a need for some help from someone who is not involved personally and can therefore give honest and non-judgemental support.
As a psychodynamic psychotherapist and counsellor I work with the issues that people bring with the belief that sometimes past experiences may influence present ones and these can be looked at using a reflective and interpretative process. I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgemental environment in which myself and my client can work together to look at how best to deal with their problems. I offer both short and long term counselling with an initial assessment in which I can establish my client's needs for future therapeutic work. The importance of a trusting relationship between counsellor and client is paramount in my work and provides the base from which therapy begins.
I abide by the UKCP and BACP Code of Ethics and hold professional indemnity insurance.
Training, Qualifications & Experience
I hold a Masters and Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling from Reading University and a Diploma in Clinical Supervision.
I am registered with the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP), an accredited member of the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) and included on the United Kingdom Register of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (UKRCP).
I currently work in a Further Education institution providing pastoral support and counselling to young people. I have experience of working as a volunteer counsellor at a youth and adult counselling agency.
I have worked for many years in further education and have experience not only in counselling but all pastoral care together with supporting teaching staff in helping young people with the transition from education to work.
Areas of counselling I deal with
- Abortion
- Abuse
- Addiction(s)
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Bereavement
- Bullying
- Cancer
- Child Related Issues
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/ME
- Depression
- Disabilities
- Domestic Violence
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional Abuse
- Gender Identity
- Learning Difficulties
- Low Self-Confidence
- Low Self-Esteem
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Personality Disorders
- Physical Abuse
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Postnatal Depression
- Pregnancy and Childbirth
- Relationship Issues
- Seasonal Affective Disorder
- Self Harm
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexuality
- Stress
- Trauma
- Work Related Issues
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Wide experience of working with young people over the age of 14.
Therapies Offered
- Psychoanalytical and Psychodynamic - Psychodynamic Therapy
- Other Therapies - Integrative
Fees
The initial assessment session is £40.00, this fee includes a free second session should you decide to continue.
Further sessions are charged at £35.00.
Consessions are available for young people in Education and clients on a low income.
Reduced fees are also offered for students in Counselling/Psychotherapy training.
Further Information
I can offer both daytime and evening appointments. Some Saturday appointments may be possible on request.
My practice is within walking distance of Reading town centre and easy reach of bus services. Parking is always available.
- Supervision available (view supervision profile)
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