Hannah de Vall MBACP (Accred) BACP Registered

I am unable to see clients face to face at the moment because of Government Regulations on Covid 19. I am however continuing to work using FaceTime or WhatsApp

I am a BACP Accredited Registered Counsellor with more than 25 years experience.

I began my working life as a nurse in the NHS before raising a family.
I am well travelled, have a wealth of life experience and a depth of cultural awareness to draw upon.
I particularly enjoy working with people 20+ who are beginning to form lasting relationships. I find it very satisfying to help achieve changes which can alter family dynamics both in existing families and in new ones yet to be formed.
Some people have got what they thought they wanted in life only to find it has not made them happy and others whose expectations have not been met and are left wondering why. Exploring these experiences can enable new ways of thinking creating a more positive way forward.

Counselling is an informal discussion sitting comfortably in a safe confidential setting but for the time being it has to take the form of a video call

I see individuals for short or long term therapy with the length of time we work together being determined by you.

It can be hard to ask for help but once the first step is taken there can be a sense of relief. I will work alongside you to support you as you work through your thoughts and feelings.

If your relationship is difficult, if you are having problems at work or are feeling depressed and anxious it can help to talk. We are the sum of everything that has happened to us in our lives and we tend to react to our situation in familiar ways. Therapy can help to reframe these familiar experiences enabling us to make positive changes to our lives.

You only have one life why not make it the best it can be

Call me now to begin those changes.

Testimonials

'I feel like a much more resilient and content person now. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for supporting me on our journey, showing me new ways to think about my life and experiences and holding me accountable. I will never forget it'

By EG

'Hannah's professional support has been invaluable to me, warm, caring and open minded she creates a safe environment for exploring one's feelings and actively assists in finding greater understanding of them. The positive impact she has had on my life is indisputable and I am a happier, more effective and more confident person as a result of the work we have undertaken together'.

By FS

'What struck me on meeting Hannah was how approachable she was and the safety and warmth I felt in her company. I have to say it was one of the hardest decisions to make to talk to a stranger about my personal and private issues but it turned out to be the most rewarding and proudest thing I have ever done for myself.'

By TG

'Hannah's support has enabled me to take control of my life and to move on'

By CC

'My life has changed so much for the better since I have been coming to see Hannah and I wouldn't be in the place I am now without her. I have never felt judged by her, I am frequently enlightened by her wisdom and gentle exploration as to why things in my life happen and how to change the things that make me unhappy.

Hannah is a haven - a genuinely warm, emphatic and extremely trustworthy person with whom I feel very comfortable sharing my deepest secrets and woes with. I would recommend her to anyone who needs the support and understanding of an exceptional therapist'.

By CD