Alan Bruce

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I have worked for the past 12 years as an Arts Therapist within the NHS, I have been practising as an Integrative Counsellor for the past 7 years.I am married with a son and a daughter.
I specialise in working to repair relationships and healing the damage caused by abuse from the past. Sometimes, in looking more closely at the people we have attracted into our lives and how we have responded to them in relationships - we may notice similarities and patterns, not necessarily positive ones. This can lead to a feeling of hopelessness -we may feel 'stuck', with who we appear to be, in our friendships, choice of partners, work, attitude to life, and in other areas When I trained as a Counsellor I felt empowered by the insights I gained into my behaviour and the way I related to others;.I realised that the only person I could change was myself, and that there is no limitation as to how much one can change if the will is there. I work creatively using techniques derived from Art therapies, and other resources to suit the uniqueness of each person i work with. I also believe that to succeed in resolving problems encountered with males it is necessary to work with a male counsellor! I offer a free introductory session to allow people time to meet me.

Training, Qualifications & Experience

Advance Diploma in Drama and Movement in Therapy
Certificate in Counselling Skills
Certificate in Counselling Theory
Foundation Certificate in Integrative Psychosynthesis
Diploma in Humanistic Counselling
Member of BACP

I have worked within a Therapeutic Community for people with Personality Disorders.

Areas of counselling I deal with

Fees

Initial Meeting free
I normally charge £30 a session
but provide some concessions for those on low income

Further Information

A Chinese philosopher called Lao-Tse once said; 'a journey of a thousand miles begins with one step' .I would encourage anyone who is uncertain just to take the time to take that one step to come to Counselling and break with the limitations of the past, in so doing, you will naturally discover your own amazing potential .

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