Lisa Briffett (previously Hastings) MBACP (Snr Accred) UKRCP

Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1
01223 474 532 www.lisabriffett.co.uk Click here to Email me

Profile

I am a BACP Senior Accredited counsellor with 15 years experience working with individuals, couples, children and young people for long term or time limited therapy.

I have worked in the voluntary sector and the NHS and now offer counselling and supervision in a comfortable environment in central Cambridge.

My approach is psychodynamic which means that during counselling the client and I strive to understand how the past has influenced their present thoughts, feelings and behaviour and explore unresolved issues whilst making any changes that the client wishes to make in their life. 

In addition to talking therapy I also offer the use of creative arts such as image making, sand tray work and clay to access unconscious patterns and increase self awareness. I sometimes use relaxation and breathing exercises to encourage clients to manage their anxiety.

I have specialist training in working with young people.

Issues covered in counselling can include depression, anxiety and panic, stress, illness, bereavement, problems at work, difficulties in relationships, sexuality, anger, confusion, making changes and coping with difficult situations that arise in life.

I offer support whilst clients are going through transition times, such as leaving home, starting work or University, having a family, moving house, planning a retirement or career change.

Training, Qualifications & Experience

BA (Hons) Sociology - 1994
Diploma in Counselling - 1996
Foundation in Art Therapy - 2007
Certificate in Counselling Young People - 2008
Certificate in Clinical Supervision - 2008

Areas of counselling I deal with

• Abortion
• Affairs and Betrayals
• Anxiety
• Bereavement
• Child Related Issues
• Couples Counselling
• Depression
• Generalised Anxiety
• Low Self-Confidence
• Low Self-Esteem
• Panic Disorder
• Postnatal Depression
• Relationship Issues
• Separation and Divorce
• Sexuality
• Stress
• Trauma
• Work Related Issues

Other areas of counselling I deal with

I also provide training to healthcare and educational organisations on topics such as 'Transition and Loss' and 'Working with Bereaved Children'.

Therapies Offered

• Psychoanalytical and Psychodynamic
  - Psychodynamic Therapy

Fees

£45 individuals
£55 couples
Some concessions available for trainee counsellors

Further Information

I am currently studying for a Masters degree in Childhood and Youth Studies.

• Supervision available

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