Paloma Anton BA (Hons), Dip in Therapeutic Counselling, MBACP, LTF

Argyle House 1 Dee Road Richmond TW9 2JN View map
07760229603 Click here to Email me

Profile

I am an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist and have 7 years practice in counselling individuals and couples for issues such as relationships, addiction, bereavement, abuse, anger, depression, anxiety and stress.

I am a qualified intercultural integrative counsellor. This means I use different theoretical approaches and I also bear in mind the differences (in cultural background, age, gender, etc) between us and how this may impact on our counselling relationship.

The main approaches I use are psychodynamic, where we look at how current issues are influenced by past experiences; person-centred, where we look at the difficulties you are having in your life at present; and CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) where I use techniques to tackle issues such as depression and anxiety.

I am a member of BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy) and of LTF (The London Therapeutic Foundation). I adhere to their strict ethical framework and code of practice.

I am a trained Drug and Alcohol Counsellor and I have worked for Drug and Alcohol Services for 6 years from a busy GP surgery in London.

I am also a trained Samaritans Counsellor and worked with Samaritans for over a year supporting and containing callers with chronic depression and suicidal feeling.

I have worked for 2 years with a London wide charity for HIV positive sufferers. Alongside this work I have completed Level 2 Certificate as a Health Worker.

For 1 year I have worked as a Counselling Supervisor for an international charity that assists people in distress. My job is to supervise other counsellors' work with their clients.

Training, Qualifications & Experience

OTHER TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

I completed my BA (Hons) in Psychology at the University of Valencia (Spain) and with the Open University in London.

I have a Diploma in Intercultural Therapeutic Counselling from Lambeth College. This is a 2 year training course which incorporates practice and supervision as part of the course requirement to pass.

I also hold a CPCAB Certificate in Counselling Studies, also from Lambeth College.

I have completed the following trainings with the NHS:
Working with Self-Harm
Domestic Violence Awareness
Working with Conflict.

Areas of counselling I deal with

• Abortion
• Abuse
• Addiction(s)
• Adoption Issues
• Affairs and Betrayals
• Anger Management
• Anxiety
• Bereavement
• Bullying
• Cancer
• Carers Support
• Child Related Issues
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/ME
• Couples Counselling
• Debt Management
• Dementia
• Depression
• Disabilities
• Domestic Violence
• Eating Disorders
• Family Issues
• Gender Identity
• HIV/AIDS
• Infertility
• Low Self-Confidence
• Low Self-Esteem
• Miscarriage
• Personality Disorders
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Pre-nuptial Counselling
• Pregnancy and Childbirth
• Relationship Issues
• Schizophrenia
• Self Harm
• Separation and Divorce
• Sexual Issues
• Sexuality
• Spirituality
• Stress
• Work Related Issues

Therapies Offered

• Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies
• Psychoanalytical and Psychodynamic
  - Psychodynamic Therapy

• Humanistic Therapies
  - Person-Centred Counselling
  - Transactional Analysis

• Other Therapies
  - Integrative

Fees

There is an initial 45 minute assessment session which I charge at £35. During this session we will discuss the issue/s that bring you to counselling, your goal and expectations, whether you would feel comfortable working with me and whether you feel counselling would be beneficial for you.

My fees are £45 for individuals and £55 for couples. I also offer reduced rates to students.

I am more than happy to answer any queries you have. Just get in touch with me on 07760 229603 or email antonpaloma@hotmail.com

Further Information

I offer Counselling in Richmond, a short walk from Richmond Station and North Sheen Station. The area is very well connected by bus as well.
Parking is available very near the building.
The building has a reception, a waiting area and a secure main entrance door.

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