Ian Rodgers MBACP
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The Old Welsh School Ystwyth Consulting Rooms Alexandra Road Aberystwyth Wales SY23 1LD View map |
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01970 625 879
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Profile
Hi and welcome to my profile,
I appreciate how difficult it can be to choose a counsellor to trust your personal thoughts and memories with. Perhaps you've reached a point where you're thinking about taking a step into the unknown. I know from personal experience that this can be very scary and takes courage. I offer a warm, confidential space were you'll be heard, and have an opportunity to explore underlying motivations and feelings. Hopefully we can work towards a resolve, or at the very least find a place to rest for a while.
A bit more about myself
I originally trained as a Person-Centred counsellor 17yrs ago. I help people suffering with high anxiety, depression, the effects of loss, addictions and a range of other issues. I specialised in rape and trauma counselling for 6 yrs in South Africa. I have also spent several years living in a mindfulness community, where I learnt techniques in relaxation and meditation. Over the years and as a result of my experiences, I have learnt to integrate my counselling styles and mindfulness techniques to best suit an individuals specific needs and circumstances.
To give you an opportunity to meet me, I offer a reduced rate for the first session. This will allow you to make a decision before you commit to a series of sessions with me or not.
Training, Qualifications & Experience
I originally trained as a person centred counsellor in 1995. I then trained further and became a group facilitator in 1998, teaching skills and personal development to new counsellors. In 2003 I trained in Behavioural Therapy techniques and specialised in rape and trauma counselling, working with individuals, couples and groups, who were victims of violent crime and abuse.
In 1990 I spent 2 years in the military service and I'm familiar with the effect of PTSD. I have more recently worked as a volunteer at New Pathways Carmarthen for victims of sexual abuse and rape and at Ty Cymorth Carmarthen, supporting people suffering bereavement.
In 2011, I completed an HNC integrative counselling (Glamorgan University) and a foundation course in CBT (Swansea University)
I currently work as a college counsellor with adolescents from 14yrs and upwards.
Areas of counselling I deal with
- Abuse
- Addiction(s)
- Adoption Issues
- Alcoholism
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Bereavement
- Bullying
- Career Counselling
- Child Related Issues
- Depression
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Abuse
- Emotional Abuse
- Generalised Anxiety
- HIV/AIDS
- Internet Addiction
- Low Self-Confidence
- Low Self-Esteem
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Panic Disorder
- Physical Abuse
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Relationship Issues
- Self Harm
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Issues
- Sexuality
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Trauma
- Work Related Issues
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I run group meditation evenings, please contact me for more details.
Therapies Offered
- Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Humanistic Therapies - Person-Centred Counselling
- Other Therapies - Integrative
Fees
Initial meeting, 30mins, £20
Subsequent sessions, 1hr at £35
I am open to discussing concessions for longer term therapy.
Further Information
Daytime and some evening appointments
There is free parking for clients who drive to see me. I am also situated opposite the train station and close to several bus routes into Aberystwyth.
To see some pictures of the consulting rooms from where I work, please log onto the web page listed at the top of the page.
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