Matt Shinton MSc, PgDip, BA (Hons), Dip. Couns, MBACP.
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Gestiana Woodlands Road Broseley Shropshire TF12 5PU View map |
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0794 125 9484
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Profile
No-one is perfect and sometimes need to reach out and find someone that will give us the support we need when we cannot find the answers ourselves.
As a Person-Centred Counsellor (who can offer CBT techniques if they would seem valuable) I see my role as providing a ‘safe space’ where you are free to explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. I believe that through my attitude of honesty, understanding, and valuing, you may become better able to accept all aspects of yourself.
My role is not one of expert; though I have training and experience, I believe you hold the answers to your dilemmas (you are the expert on you!). My aim is to offer you a set of attitudes and values which will enable us to find what you are looking for; helping you find the 'place' you want to be.
I counsel in Broseley, near Ironbridge, Telford. It is a comfortable, relaxed and peaceful room and I aim to offer a warm welcome. My service is confidential, supportive and professional where your well-being is my utmost concern.
I am a member of the BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy) and adhere to their Ethical Framework for Good Practice.
If you have any questions, queries or would simply like to find out a little more about my service I would be happy to answer any enquiries you may have. Please feel free to contact me via email or on the phone number provided.
Most of all I want to convey that in coming to see me you will be valued and respected for who you are; free to explore your feelings, problems, thoughts and options without fear of judgement.
Training, Qualifications & Experience
Qualifications:
Level 7 Master's Degree in Counselling Psychology
Level 7 Post Grdauate Diploma in Counselling Psychology
Level 4 Diploma in the Theory and Practice of Counselling
Level 3 Cerificate in Counselling Skills
Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Concepts
(and a BA (Hons) in Philosophy)
Training:
Glyndwr University - 'The challenge of working at Relational Depth in Counselling and Psychotherapy'.
Telford Mind - 'Equality and Diversity', 'Towards Recovery and Well-being', 'Working with depressed clients'.
Experience:
With 1000+ client contact hours (over four years) I have experience of working with a wide range of issues such as: depression, anxiety, bereavement, sexuality, sexual abuse, divorce and separation, infidelity, betrayal, anger, stress and trauma, low-esteem, self-harm, suicidal ideation and anxiety.
Areas of counselling I deal with
- Abortion
- Abuse
- Affairs and Betrayals
- Anxiety
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Bereavement
- Bullying
- Couples Counselling
- Depression
- Emotional Abuse
- Gambling
- Generalised Anxiety
- Low Self-Confidence
- Low Self-Esteem
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Paranoid Personality Disorder
- Physical Abuse
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Relationship Issues
- Seasonal Affective Disorder
- Self Harm
- Separation and Divorce
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Issues
- Sexuality
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Trauma
- Work Related Issues
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I am particularly interested in those issues affecting men.
Therapies Offered
- Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Humanistic Therapies - Person-Centred Counselling
Fees
I offer our first session free so we can establish if we are happy working together after that I charge £40 an hour.
I offer a student rate of £20 an hour.
Further Information
I am an associate counsellor at The Network of Staff Supporters and work for Harper Adams University Counselling Service.
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