Nick Muggridge MBACP - Counselling Now

Steyning Health Centre Tanyard Lane Steyning West Sussex BN44 3RJ View map
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As a Humanistic Counsellor I will provide you with a safe place, where you can take time to talk about whatever is on your mind, or troubling you.  My aim is to work alongside you, actively listening to understand your experience, emotions; your world.

As our therapeutic relationship and trust develops I will help you explore your initial thoughts, non-judgementally; sometimes gently challenging or checking out assumptions, constraints or blockages.  For some clients reaching new insights or perspectives is enough, though for many this is an important first step before considering taking action or making changes in their lives or relationships.  That will always be your decision, at your pace!

I believe in the innate capacity of all individuals to grow and change, when that is what they want.  That said, sometimes people feel confused or stuck, and need support to regain their balance, confidence or sense of direction.

I work non-directively; I will not generally tell you what to do, more help you discover that for yourself and take personal responsibility for any decisions you take.  Where appropriate, I will also help you work out or even practice how you will take any action.

Counselling sessions are usually for 50 minutes, and occur at weekly intervals, to allow time for you think about and process whatever was presented and discussed in the session.  In each session it is up to you to decide what to focus upon; sometimes continuing a previous discussion, or introducing a wholly new topic, thoughts or emotions; or simply what is on your mind at that moment.

Though I would expect to be able to work with most clients, should I feel that I am not the right counsellor for you, I will discuss this with you and endeavor to refer you to a counsellor or another professional who is more appropriate.  (N.B. I do not currently work with private clients under 12 years of age.)

Training, Qualifications & Experience

MBACP  -  Member of the British Association for Counsellors & Psychotherapists

Diploma in Integrative Humanistic Counselling  -  Wealden College &  University of Chichester

Certificate in Counselling Skills  -  Chichester College

TA101 Transactional Analysis

Introduction to creative therapies; sand-tray, painting & clay

Introduction to trauma & recovery

Basic safeguarding awareness (young people or vulnerable adults)

Working with adolescents

Basic Dementia training

I have been practising as a counsellor for several years, following on from a successful career in a variety of business roles.  I have worked with a wide range of clients, from diverse backgrounds, including young people and elderly individuals.  I have provided counselling in the voluntary sector, at secondary schools in Lancing, for the West Sussex Youth Service & Connexions in Worthing, and for Age Concern in Brighton & Hove.  

My private practice "Counselling Now" is based in the small town of Steyning, operating primarily from the new purpose built group practice Health Centre, which serves a wide rural area.    

Areas of counselling I deal with

• Abortion
• Addiction(s)
• Adoption Issues
• Affairs and Betrayals
• Anger Management
• Anxiety
• Bereavement
• Bullying
• Career Counselling
• Child Related Issues
• Dementia
• Depression
• Disabilities
• Domestic Violence
• Emotional Abuse
• Family Issues
• Gender Identity
• Internet Addiction
• Low Self-Confidence
• Low Self-Esteem
• Physical Abuse
• Pregnancy and Childbirth
• Relationship Issues
• Separation and Divorce
• Sexual Abuse
• Sexual Issues
• Sexuality
• Stress
• Trauma
• Work Related Issues

Other areas of counselling I deal with

Adolescent issues
Computer gaming addiction
Co-dependency
Parenting issues (e.g. teenagers)

Therapies Offered

• Humanistic Therapies
  - Person-Centred Counselling
  - Gestalt Therapy
  - Transactional Analysis

• Other Therapies
  - Integrative

Fees

Introductory Session  (50 mins)    Free of charge

Individual Sessions (50 mins)    £30  -  £40   depending on counselling location

N.B.  Concessionary rates may be available to students & those on low incomes

Further Information

Private counselling is often available at short-notice, and can be brief or long-term therapy.  Once we have mutually agreed to work together, after the free introductory session, we will normally agree to an initial set of sessions, typically 3 - 6, to start the counselling process.  You will then decide if you want and are ready for more sessions for longer-term / deeper therapy. 

For clients new to "talking therapies", it's worth saying that counselling is not magic, and is rarely a quick fix.  It takes time for the counsellor and client to develop the level of trust and rapport to fully understand and explore current concerns or life imbalances.  Many clients are staggered by the therapeutic power of their counselling experience, feeling a sense of relief, clarity and sometimes greater empowerment in their lives! 

As a qualified member of BACP, I am fully committed to and observe their professional ethics, standards and codes of practice.  I am fully insured and have an enhanced CRB certificate. 

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