About me
If you need to talk I’m here to listen. I'm a friendly & approachable Person Centred therapist. I'm an experienced counsellor with over eight years in private practice. I'm also a registered member of the BACP, ensuring my commitment to ethical practice and high standards of therapy.
I offer UK wide online & phone counselling. Additionally, if you are local to the Bridgwater area, in-person sessions are available.
Online sessions from 8am and at lunchtime so you don't have to miss work. Does your work life make it hard to fit in a counselling session? If so, I do offer online morning sessions from 8am and also online sessions at lunchtime. This may be a straightforward way for you to access therapy, and not have to take time off work.
For online therapy to work you need a reliable internet connection & private space where you won't be overheard or interrupted. Whilst this may not be the right option for everyone, many clients find this an invaluable service as therapy effectively fits into the working day with minimal disruption. Please let me know if you are interested in this option. We can arrange a mutually convenient time slot for your session.
I strive to create a supportive and informal atmosphere in our sessions – a confidential and safe space where you feel heard, understood, and accepted. You are in control of what you share, and we'll work at your own pace.
Values: I’ve always had a strong drive to help and heal people. I hate seeing any living creature in pain. It’s very rewarding to see clients making progress and having successful therapy. Its great to see someone smile and laugh again.
My friends describe me as down-to-earth, caring and genuine.
The Person Centred approach is a highly effective talking therapy enabling you to:
-explore thoughts and feelings,
-gain valuable insights, and
-develop your inner strength and resilience.
Our initial session will be a chance for us to meet, discuss your needs, and determine if we're a good fit. We'll also cover practical matters such as scheduling, fees, and confidentiality.
To connect, you can book sessions through my online calendar on my website, email me at greenlodgecounselling@gmail.com, or call me at 07824112573. I welcome your questions and look forward to hearing from you.
Client Recommendations - the following are reviews from clients made on Google for my Counselling Practice - Green Lodge Counselling
N The sessions I had with Alex at Green Lodge were invaluable to helping me through a period of severe depression. Very professional and encourages a constructive mindset in a relaxed trusting environment. Thank you for your help Alex really appreciated.
C I have been having therapy for over a year with Alex and was reluctant to do so as most men are!
My symptoms and triggering are all but gone thanks to Alex and his guidance and tools enabling me to become aware of my actions and feelings.
I would recommend Alex to anyone. His style of relaxed self-healing therapy and insightful skill and deep knowledge suited me perfectly. Thanks Alex.
D My counselling sessions with Alex, have undoubtedly given me much more confidence and clarity, in facing my daily challenges. My friends have noticed, how much less anxious, I have become, these days. I truly appreciate his patience and expertise, in starting a healing process for me. I found it a very calming environment and very worthwhile.
H This place has a great air of calm. Alex is a tremendous counsellor. I feel safe and confident to speak and say what I want at my own pace, there is no pressure. I feel my life is quietly and gently improving with each session I attend.
Please note - I work indvidually with adult clients (I am not a couples counsellor)
Training, qualifications & experience
- Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Counselling
- Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
- ASSIST suicide intervention Training
- Mental Health First Aid Course
- Certification in online counselling (Covid 19 primer) -BACP/OU.
- Video & phone counselling 2.0 - BACP/OU
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
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
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Fees
£60.00 per session
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- Monday to Friday - 8am to 2pm,
- Saturday morning - 8.30 to midday.
Please get in touch for current availability.
