D. Latham

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Evesham WR11 & Bromsgrove B61
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About me

Hello there, I'm Dave, your not-so-typical therapist with a toolbox full of construction metaphors and a knack for finding humour in even the most serious situations. With 15 years of experience under my tool belt, I've hammered away at mental health, anxiety, substance misuse, illnesses, specialized in bereavement with specific experience of families affected by death by suicide and supported more carers than a circus tent.

Now, why am I different, you ask? Well, while most therapists were reading Freud, I was reading blueprints. My journey began in construction, where I learned to build things from scratch, including my robust and challenging personality that still shines through in my counselling style.

You won't catch me asking, "Tell me how it makes you feel?" Instead, I'll hit you with, "How can I help?" Because let's face it, therapy isn't about dissecting emotions like a frog in biology class; it's about moving forward, even if it means wearing a hard hat.

Therapy isn't a sign of weakness; it's a sign of strength, like holding up a skyscraper in a windstorm. So, if you're brave enough to tackle the issues head-on, I'm your guy.

Together, we'll navigate the construction site of your mind, dodging emotional debris and laying down some sturdy foundations.

And hey, who says therapy has to be a snooze fest? I've been known to sprinkle humour into our sessions (where appropriate) like confetti at a celebration. Because sometimes, laughter is the best medicine, especially when life feels like a never-ending DIY project.

So, if you're ready to trade your blueprints for breakthroughs, give me a shout. Remember, I've got you—just like a trusty wrench in a toolbox. Let's build something amazing together, one joke at a time."

As a qualified and regulated member of the NCPS, I am  here to help you on your journey towards healing and personal growth. My counselling services are available both Face to Face, homes visits if appropriate and Online, offering you flexibility and accessibility.

👥 I work with a diverse clientele, including:

Individuals
Couples
Children & Young People
Our Expertise: 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Adults 💑 Couples 👶 Children and Young Adults

My Approach: I believe that the heart of successful therapy is a trusting and non-judgmental relationship between therapist and client. I use an integrative model, with a strong foundation in person-centred therapy, always placing you at the centre of our work together.

💬 Let's work together to explore whatever challenges or concerns have brought you to me. Your well-being is our priority.

"Specialising in Bereavement and Patients/Families currently going through Cancer Treatment, curable or palliative".

I have counselled clients from a wide range of ages, ethnicity and cultures. In particular I have experience of counselling clients through issues such as: depression, anxiety and panic (disorder), self-esteem, stress, bereavement, eating disorders, negative thoughts, childhood trauma, anger management, domestic abuse, abuse, self-harm, relationship issues, phobias, loss and change, PTSD/trauma, sexual orientation, suicidal thoughts and health issues.

I am now offering A.C.T Therapy: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a form of talk psychotherapy which uses mindfulness as one of its main tools. At the heart of ACT is the goal of helping you live a more meaningful and productive life by developing what it refers to as “psychological flexibility”.

This is essentially about learning to accept what you can’t control, and then recognising and committing to taking the actions that will improve your life and moods. ACT therapy is unique in that it can be offered as either a short-term therapy or long-term therapy, depending on what your requirements are.

Training, qualifications & experience

My professional development and training is ongoing; relevant qualifications/experience include:

CoE Diploma in Challenging-Behaviour-in-Children-and-Young-People 2020.

CoE Diploma in Anxiety Management 2020

A.C.T Accredited 2023 (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) moves away from focusing too closely on ‘symptom reduction’ towards teaching how to live in a stable and rewarding way. So it teaches how to get in touch with your values, how to act in accordance with them, how to be aware of ‘the you that is always there’, how to see your passing thoughts and feelings for just that, how to accept thoughts and feelings you don’t like without over-struggling with them, and so how to live mainly in the present.)

Diploma in Counselling 2007
NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care.
BACP-Certificate of Proficiency 2014.

Currently working as a Cancer Speciality Counsellor-Patients/Families.

SAIF Bereavement Care Associate Counsellor

Extensive training and work in : Schools-Children (and with Special Education needs) families with children Diagnosed with ADHD or Autism.

Pre/Post-Bereavement.(Including support of Children 8 years and above).

Experience of working with.

Families affected by the Condition MND -(Patients and Family members)
Relationship / Family Support Issues
Addictions-including Gambling
Mental Health issues.
Child Protection Issues/Safe Guarding.
Cancer Related Illnesses-supporting (Patient and Family Members). Vast Experience of Working with Families/Patients of loved ones that are Palliative.
Single/Separated Fathers.
Emotional Support for Carers-(past or current) the support for Carers is limited or non existent and i offer 1-1 support for anyone that is struggling to cope. If you are still caring then i can arrange home visits within the Halesowen or Wyre Forest Area.

June 2015-Working in Partnership with Kidderminster Youth Centre offering Counselling and Emotional Support to Children and Young Adults in the Kidderminster Area.
April 2015-Working in association with Gordon Moody offering therapeutic support for individuals affected by gambling issues and other allied addictions.
April 2015 offering SKYPE Support for clients that have career commitments/disabilities making it difficult attending regular sessions on site.
April 2018 Counsellor in Partnership with  Our Way Self Advocacy,  providing one to one support for people with learning disabilities.

I also have experience with working with Elderly, Support Children ages 8 and above.                                                                                                                       

I offer couples sessions
Home Visits considered based on location and Safety factors.                         

SKYPE/FACETIME/ZOOM (other similar internet platforms) Counselling Sessions.

I also offer 1-1  Support for Counselling Students during their study period.

I regularly look to expand and develop my skills and knowledge, I have also obtained many other qualifications and certificates as part of my continuing professional development, including:

Psychological First Aid
scientific and Applied perspective on Bereavement: Ways to bridge the gap.
Complex Issues: Delivering Best Practice in Palliative and End of Life Care.
An Integrative look at Trauma
Understanding Autism
Cognitive Analytic Therapy
Multi-Agency Child Protection
Understanding Relationships
Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. (A.C.T) 2019

C.B.T Skills 2019

Member organisations

Registered / Accredited

Registered / Accredited

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NCPS
National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)

The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society

This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations.

In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.

BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred).

Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).

Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision.

Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training.

All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.

Accredited register membership

National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society
Accredited Register Scheme

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National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Other areas of counselling I deal with


June 2015-Working in Partnership with Kidderminster Youth Centre offering Counselling and Emotional Support to Children and Young Adults in the Kidderminster Area.

https://twitter.com/axisyouthhub/status/977200182805884928

April 2015-Working in association with Gordon Moody offering therapeutic support for individuals affected by gambling issues and other allied addictions.

April 2015 offering SKYPE Support for clients that have career commitments/disabilities making it difficult attending regular sessions on site.

http://theretreatcounselling.co.uk/

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Fees

£50.00 per session
Free initial telephone session

Concessions offered for

  • Low income
  • Keyworkers
  • Trainee counsellors

Additional information

Fees
Counselling: face to face and online, home visits considered.

£50 per session

£40 per session – Students*/Reduced Income.

Couples sessions £70.00

£220 per package of 5 sessions

£180 per package of 5 sessions – Students*/Reduced Income.

£320 per package of 5 sessions for Couples therapy.

*Student Fees/Packages include letter/record of attendance as required by your college or university

Payment currently welcome by cash, payment app or bank transfer and PayPal.





When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Night

Monday all day, Tuesday Evenings, Thursday Afternoon/Evenings. I offer SKYPE/FACE TIME/ZOOM (other similar platforms) Counselling home visits considered where appropriate.

Further information

Kidderminster Youth House

Bromsgrove Street
Kidderminster
Worcestershire
DY10 1PF.

St Johns Counselling Service.

9 Kidderminster Rd,

Bromsgrove

B61 7JJ
Phone: 07527 585011

Choosing a therapist

If you need someone independent to talk with and listen to you to help you understand your thoughts and feelings please contact me. I work throughout Worcs and offer flexibility with daytime & evening appointments.

Evesham Leisure Centre, Abbey Road, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 4SU

St Johns Counselling and Therapy, 9 Kidderminster Road, Kidderminster, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 7JJ

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone
Home visits

Types of client

Children
Young people
Adults
Older Adults
Couples
Families
Groups
Organisations
Employee Assistance Programme

Key details

DBS check

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PVG Scheme

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Wheelchair user access
Wheelchair user access

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You can contact the Counsellor to discuss the options available.

Under the Equality Act 2010 service providers have a duty to make reasonable adjustments to ensure that individuals with disabilities can access their service. You can read more about reasonable adjustments to help you to access services on the CAB website.

At KDYT Yes, My room in St John's is on the second floor making wheel chair access inappropriate. (Home Visits considered if this is an issue). Depending on Risk Assessment undertaken.

Online platforms

Google Meet
Whatsapp
Zoom
Microsoft Spaces

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