Lindsay Tonks MBACP
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Stafford Staffordshire ST18 |
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07946761582
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Profile
I am an experienced, qualified counsellor, supervisor and trainer, based in Little Haywood, between Lichfield and Stafford. I offer you the opportunity to talk, in confidence and without judgement, in a warm, safe environment, and to explore what is going on for you, helping you to gain perspective on how to achieve greater fulfilment.
Why do we need counselling? Most of the time, we feel able to face the challenges and ups and downs of life, but sometimes we can become overwhelmed by our feelings or by events. Then it can help to talk to someone who is not directly involved, but who will listen, from our point of view, as we try to make sense of what is going on for us.
I work in what is called a Humanistic-Integrative way, which means that I am non-directive, believing you to know instinctively what is right for you, but that I may use the theory behind a number of approaches to help us to explore your issues. This may include creative interventions, because not everybody expresses themselves best through words.
Our first session will be an "assessment" session, where we can explore what you wish to achieve and how we might work together.
Training, Qualifications & Experience
I have a Diploma in Counselling and have undergone extensive counselling training, particularly in Bereavement and Loss.
I am a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and abide by its ethical framework, which is a code of conduct designed to ensure a professional approach to work and to Client safety.
I receive regular clinical supervision, in accordance with BACP guidlines.
I have full professional insurance.
I have Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau clearance.
I am committed to continual professional development and am in the final year of a Postgraduate Masters Degree in Counselling Studies at the University of Chester. I am also studying for a Postgraduate Certificate in Supervision at the University of Chester.
I am a member of the Institute for Learning, having a PTTLS qualification.
Areas of counselling I deal with
- Abortion
- Abuse
- Affairs and Betrayals
- Anger Management
- Bereavement
- Bullying
- Cancer
- Child Related Issues
- Couples Counselling
- Depression
- Domestic Violence
- Emotional Abuse
- Family Issues
- Gender Identity
- Generalised Anxiety
- Low Self-Confidence
- Low Self-Esteem
- Physical Abuse
- Pregnancy and Childbirth
- Relationship Issues
- Self Harm
- Separation and Divorce
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexuality
- Stress
- Trauma
- Work Related Issues
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Pet Bereavement
Therapies Offered
- Humanistic Therapies - Person-Centred Counselling
- Other Therapies - Integrative
Fees
£35-£45. Please see website for full details of terms and conditions.
Concessions are available by negotiation.
Further Information
I am happy to work with Individuals, Couples, Groups and Organisations.
I have experience of working with:
Abuse; Anger; Anxiety; Bereavement; Bullying; Cancer; Child-Related Issues; Condifence; Depression; Divorce; Domestic Violence; Life changes; Life-changing Illness; Loss; Marriage Difficulties; Pregnancy-related issues;Redundancy; Relationships; Self-Esteem; Self Harm; Sexual Abuse; Sexual Orientation; Stress; Traumatic Events; Work-Related Issues.
Please contact me to discuss the possibility of working in other areas, which I would consider on a case-by-case basis.
I offer training to individuals or groups in interpersonal and counselling skills, bereavement and loss and confidence and self-esteem.
- Online, email or telephone counselling available
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