Abigail Loveridge
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About me
Welcome. My name is Abi, and I am a fully qualified integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor. I am a professional member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society and adhere to the ethical framework laid out by the BACP. I am IFS Level 1 trained and also work with relationships/ couples.
I firmly believe that by feeling heard, we can begin to heal.
I like to work creatively, incorporating a range of approaches, but my practice is firmly client led, working through a parts lens, with the belief that relationship is key. My purpose is to guide you into a greater understanding of all your parts, and from a place of compassion and empathy, empower you to find your own solutions.
I offer online and face to face sessions in North Somerset for a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, relationship issues, family dynamics and attachment disorder. I draw on my lived experience to provide a safe space for adopters and foster carers to be heard and explore the challenges they may face. I work for Bristol Counselling and Psychotherapy on Tuesdays, where I see clients face to face. I also offer pure IFS sessions.
You will be welcomed with warmth and kindness; hopefully together we can explore your story, where you find yourself, and discover where you want to go. I look forward to meeting you and all of your parts.
Training, qualifications & experience
FDA Counselling with distinction - University of Plymouth
IFS training Level 1
Families, relationship and couples therapy
Certificate in Couples therapy
Sand tray level 1
Introduction to sex and intimacy training
Experience working in higher education
YP Counselling
Experience working with early life trauma/adoption/parenting
Level 2 in Counselling Children
Level 4 Certificate of Higher Education in Psychology
Certification in Trauma informed approach
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I am passionate about supporting foster carers and adoptive parents.
I have experience within the education system and with working with families.
Therapies offered
Fees
£55.00 - £100.00
Free initial telephone session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Sessions for individuals (50 minutes) £55
Couples 50 mins £80
75 mins £100
IFS sessions are £65 and are 1 hour
I hold 2 spaces for student counsellors at a reduced rate of £40
When I work
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I offer face to face or online sessions during the working day and some evenings.
I work from a lovely space in Clevedon, which is wheelchair accessible .
Further information
I understand that reaching out can feel difficult. I offer an initial free phone call after you enquire, to introduce myself and how I work, and for you to tell me more about what has brought you to counselling.
I work from sites in Portishead and Bedminster for face-to-face sessions, or online.
I currently work on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
