Lynne Chilton MBACP, Dip. Therapeutic Counselling

Fareham Hants PO16	Osborne Road Southsea Hants PO5 View map
01329 230351 / 07891 592819 Click here to Email me

Profile

I am an experienced and qualified Person-Centered therapist and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. I have worked extensively with both adults and young people and have experience of working with a wide range of issues which include anger management, depression, abuse, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and loss and bereavement.

About me

I was approaching my forties when I became a therapist after a somewhat diverse and interesting career path. I firmly believe that the experiences that I have had were all necessary, if not apparent at the time, in supporting me in the role that I now have. My own personal journey through significant life changes eventually led me to develop my professional practice in which I continue to be inspired by the power of the therapeutic relationship and the personal achievements and growth that often transpire. I think my own experiences enable me to recognise the courage that is often drawn upon in approaching therapy as a first step in offering yourself an opportunity for change.......an achievement in itself. 


What is counselling?

Counselling is about talking to someone, whom you trust, about your worries, concerns, difficulties or anxieties. It can provide the space and time for you to explore and express your thoughts and feelings, often enabling you to feel clearer and less confused. The process can help you to achieve insight and the ability to resolve a situation in your life. It is an opportunity to seek something different for your life and is the first step in a process of change. The process can be exciting and deeply meaningful whilst also uncomfortable at times.

My philosophy

As a Person-Centred therapist I listen in such a way that is non-judgemental; I do not give you advice or tell you what to do but try to help you reach your own answers, outcomes and decisions. My philosophy is that every individual has an innate capability to realise their full potential. Counselling can provide the environment whereby you can connect with your own inner resources and develop the capacity to reflect upon and make your own choices in life, enabling you to overcome blocks to achieving health and well-being.

Training, Qualifications & Experience

BTEC Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
NCFE Level 3 in Counselling Skills and Theory
NCFE Level 2 in Counselling Skills

Abuse and attachment
Addiction
Loss and bereavement

Member of BACP

I work in private practice and have worked with adults at Portsmouth Counselling Service and 11-25 year olds at Off the Record and Fareham College.

I also have experience of training and working in the Dramatic Arts, including aspects of Drama Therapy.

Areas of counselling I deal with

• Abortion
• Abuse
• Addiction(s)
• Alcoholism
• Anger Management
• Anxiety
• Bereavement
• Bullying
• Cancer
• Career Counselling
• Child Related Issues
• Debt Management
• Depression
• Disabilities
• Domestic Violence
• Drug Abuse
• Eating Disorders
• Emotional Abuse
• Low Self-Confidence
• Low Self-Esteem
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Physical Abuse
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Relationship Issues
• Self Harm
• Sexual Abuse
• Sexuality
• Spirituality
• Stress
• Trauma
• Work Related Issues

Therapies Offered

• Humanistic Therapies
  - Person-Centred Counselling

Fees

£40 per session (negotiable to students, OAP's and those on low income)

Further Information

Your first appointment is offered at a reduced rate and will allow you the opportunity to talk about the issues, problems, feelings or thoughts that are troubling you. Having discussed what you would like to achieve through counselling, and if you would like to continue to attend, we can agree on how to fit future sessions into your life to meet your needs and circumstances.

I see clients at my private practice in Fareham and at the Marple Cross centre in Southsea.

Fareham -
Accessible by public transport (Miller Drive bus stop)
Free car parking

Southsea -
Accessible by public transport (Osborne Road bus stop)
Car parking nearby (3 hours free)
Wheelchair access   

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