Kerry Jordan MBACP (Accred)

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Making the decision to begin counselling may be a difficult one, and choosing a counsellor can feel like a daunting task. Talking about feelings to others in your life can be stressful and you may be left feeling that you are not understood in the way you need. Counselling is a place for not just thinking, but also expressing feelings, which we all have our own unique way of doing. As you begin to understand your feelings you may be able to start changing any patterns of behaviour which recur and cause difficulties. I believe everyone is unique with their own personal view of the world, their own responses to different events in their life. Each person brings their own individual reasons for choosing counselling. My focus will be on who you are, what you need and how the difficulties you are experiencing are impacting your life. Together we can find ways to make more healthy and empowering choices, thinking about how your needs can be met as well as others.

As a counsellor I am trained to listen and will try to understand what you are feeling. We may think about how past experiences have left their impression and can still be influencing the present, and how this affects your feelings about yourself and your relationships.

Training, Qualifications & Experience

Cert. Couns. / Dip. Couns. / Dip. Psychodynamic Couns.

I am a fully qualified psychodynamic counsellor and an Accredited member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy). I offer individual focused-based short-term and long-term open-ended counselling. I have experience of working with a wide range of clients bringing diverse issues and have worked in various settings including private practice and the NHS in GP surgeries. I use a psychodynamic approach where the quality of the relationship between client and counsellor is central to the work. I aim to offer a warm, respectful and genuine relationship in the belief that feeling safe and understood are necessary conditions for working through your problems.

My practice is situated in a discreet location in Benfleet, Essex, but welcome enquiries from other surrounding areas. Please telephone me on 07872022599 with any questions you may have or to make an initial appointment to see if the type of counselling I offer is what you need. The service is fully confidential. I am committed to on-going professional development and frequently attend short courses to enhance my work. I am committed to working within the BACP Ethical Guidelines for Good Practice and regularly attend professional supervision.

Areas of counselling I deal with

• Abortion
• Abuse
• Addiction(s)
• Adoption Issues
• Anger Management
• Anxiety
• Bereavement
• Bipolar Disorder/Manic Depression
• Bullying
• Career Counselling
• Child Related Issues
• Depression
• Eating Disorders
• Gender Identity
• Infertility
• Low Self-Confidence
• Low Self-Esteem
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Personality Disorders
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Postnatal Depression
• Pregnancy and Childbirth
• Relationship Issues
• Self Harm
• Sexual Issues
• Sexuality
• Stress
• Trauma
• Work Related Issues

Other areas of counselling I deal with

Divorce
Rape
Identity
Retirement
Loneliness
Moving house or leaving home
Infertility
Menopause
Ageing
Illness
Loss

Therapies Offered

• Psychoanalytical and Psychodynamic
  - Psychodynamic Therapy

Fees

My current fee is £38 for individuals per 50 minute session, payable at each appointment. Although I would expect your commitment to attend regularly and promptly, there is no obligation to pay for a set number of sessions. I will always endeavour to ensure that you are informed in plenty of time if for some reason I cannot keep our appointment.

There is no set number of sessions as this varies from person to person and depends upon the difficult issues you bring to counselling. We will talk this through when we meet and continue to think about the right time to end during the whole counselling experience. I have a duty to ensure that you attend for only the sessions you require to meet your needs.

Further Information

If you feel you would like to talk to someone who is not directly involved in your difficulties and who is trained to listen, you may wish to arrange a no-obligation initial consultation with me so that we can explore whatever issues you choose to bring. Counselling appointments are available daytimes and early evening. Please feel free to call with any questions you may have on 07872022599. If I am unavailable please leave me a message and I will aim to return your call within 24 hours.

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