Aimee Bishop
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About me
Are you looking for a counsellor and psychotherapist who truly understands the complexities of those who have gone through some heavy stuff?
I offer a unique blend of professional expertise and personal insight to support and empower you to make change. I provide in-person sessions locally and online therapy across the UK, creating a safe space for you to explore challenges and grow.
How I can help
I specialise in supporting adults aged 18 and over with:
- Low mood, depression and feelings of uncertainty
- Navigating challenges caused by relationships
- Moving forward from trauma and traumatic events
- Self-discovery and personal growth
- Understanding addictive behaviours
- And much more.
Experience
I have experience working with a range of presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, domestic abuse, relationship problems and addictions.
I have provided therapy in various settings including the Samaritans, women's shelters and prisons.
My experience in working with life's challenges in women's centres and women’s prisons has given me a deep appreciation for the diverse challenges women who have been through past traumatic experiences face.
Whether you're dealing with relationship patterns that keep bringing chaos, trying to build a life after trauma, or just know something needs to change but can't quite figure out what – I get it. And more importantly, I can help.
My approach
Imagine having a conversation with someone who not only listens intently but also offers gentle challenges to help you see your situation from new angles. That's what working with me is like.
My approach is all about:
- Truly hearing your story and understanding your unique experiences
- Empowering you to tap into your strength
- Gently uncovering or challenging perspectives that may be keeping you stuck
As a psychodynamic psychotherapist, I believe our past experiences are like puzzle pieces that make up who we are today.
Together, we'll explore these pieces – some may fit perfectly, others might need adjusting, and a few might belong to a different puzzle altogether. By understanding how these pieces fit together, you can create a clearer picture of your present and shape a more fulfilling future.
I don't believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, I tune in to what works best for you, drawing from specialised trauma-informed training.
A bit about me
I've walked in similar shoes to many of my clients. My own journey through mental health struggles informs my empathetic but no-nonsense approach to counselling. Plus, with nearly 20 years of experience in the corporate marketing world, I bring a unique perspective to work-related challenges and life transitions.
As a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), you can trust in the professionalism and confidentiality of our sessions.
Whether you're grappling with a relationship issue, trying to process past traumatic experiences, moving forward in addiction recovery, or simply looking to understand yourself better, I'm here to support you.
Book an intro call with me today, and together we can work towards your healing, self-discovery, and positive change.
Training, qualifications & experience
- FdSc in Counselling (Middlesex University)
- Counselling Skills and Theory CACHE Level 3 Award
- CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
- NCFE Level 1 Award in Interpersonal Counselling Skills
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
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Fees
£60.00 per session
Additional information
I charge £60 per 50-minute session.
I also offer one low-cost online session in my practice. Please ask for more information.
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I offer in-person sessions in Lightwater on Thursdays between 16:00 and 19:00. Alternatively, I offer online appointments on Thursday and Saturday mornings.
