Sandy Howard MBACP

20 Rivermead Close Lincoln Lincolnshire LN6 8FD View map
01522 820357 / 07788144232 www.sandyhowardcounselling.co.uk Click here to Email me

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Hello, my name is Sandy - Are you thinking about having counselling?  The decision to have counselling is the first brave step and choosing the right  counsellor is the second.  Both can be very daunting and whether counselling is helpful to you or not can depend upon the counsellor you choose.  To help you in your search I offer an initial assessment appointment to give you the opportunity to see if counselling is for you, to ask questions and to decide whether you would feel comfortable with me as your counsellor.

Counselling is a journey that two people make - the counsellor and the client - and it is time for you,  time to explore your thoughts and feelings, memories and emotions in a safe, supported and confidential environment.

If you would like to know more about me and how I work please visit my website or contact me via email or telephone.

Whether you have had counselling before or this is a new experience for you, if you feel that you need to talk please contact me and make that first appointment and maybe we can start your journey together.

Training, Qualifications & Experience

As well as being a qualified counsellor with an Advanced Diploma in Counselling, I am also qualified in Critical Incident Debriefing, Emotional Freedom Techniques, Reiki and as a Crisis Worker for Victims of serious sexual assault.

I am a member of the BACP and I work within their guidelines to ethical practice and, in accordance with this membership, I enhance my knowledge and professionalism through continuous personal development. 

I have an enhanced CRB check.

I have gained alot of valuable experience from my role as a counsellor - a role that I am passionate about.  I have worked for the NHS, Lincolnshire Fire & Rescue, Lincolnshire Counselling, Sexual Assault Referral Centre, Listening Ears Bereavement Counselling and private practice.

Areas of counselling I deal with

• Abortion
• Abuse
• Addiction(s)
• Anger Management
• Anxiety
• Bereavement
• Bullying
• Cancer
• Career Counselling
• Child Related Issues
• Depression
• Disabilities
• Domestic Violence
• Eating Disorders
• Emotional Abuse
• Gender Identity
• Generalised Anxiety
• Infertility
• Low Self-Confidence
• Low Self-Esteem
• Physical Abuse
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Pregnancy and Childbirth
• Relationship Issues
• Self Harm
• Sexual Abuse
• Sexuality
• Spirituality
• Stress
• Trauma
• Work Related Issues

Other areas of counselling I deal with

We cannot always put our issues into a "box" can we?  Sometimes it can be everything or nothing that is troubling us.  If you have something on your mind, if you feel you have lost your way or life is just too difficult right now, if you feel anxious, depressed or confused - whatever it is and you want some help, please contact me and lets get you the help you need.

Therapies Offered

• Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies
• Humanistic Therapies
  - Person-Centred Counselling
  - Transactional Analysis

• Other Therapies
  - Integrative

Fees

Sessions, including the consultation session, are sixty minutes and my professional charges are £30.00 per session.

There are a limited amount of appointments in the evening.

The consultation is time for you to ask questions, discuss what it is you would like from counselling and for you to decide if it is right for you at this time and if I am the right person for you.

Some concessions are available.

There is parking directly outside

I am five minuts walk from a local bus stop

Further Information

No two people are the same and counselling is as unique as you are and our sessions will be tailored to suit you and your individual needs working in ways that are comfortable for you.  The relationship between counsellor and client is different from any other type of relationship where two people share a journey which can be powerful and empowering.   I do not have all the answers and there certainly is no magic wand but I am professionally trained to listen and support you in a safe, non judgemental confidential manner.

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