Alice Pemberton
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About me
Have you ever heard of the word 'chrysalism'? It’s defined as "the tranquility of being inside during a thunderstorm." I love that idea, because it’s exactly the feeling I aim to offer you during our sessions: a safe, quiet space to process things while you navigate life's storms.
Hi, I’m Alice. Welcome to Chrysalism Counselling.
Our world is fast-paced and constantly connected, and life can feel overwhelming, busy, and surprisingly lonely. It’s so easy to lose touch with yourself when you’re just trying to keep up. I’m here to offer a warm, safe space away from that noise - a place where you can pause, catch your breath, and talk about what’s really going on.
We’re all different, which means therapy shouldn't be a one-size-fits-all approach. Whether you’re trying to make sense of your emotions, going through a major life change, or just wanting to feel more connected to yourself and the people around you, we’ll work through it together, at a pace and in a way that feels right for you.
Opening up in therapy takes real courage, whether it's your first time talking to someone or your tenth. Wherever you’re at right now, you don’t have to figure things out alone. If you’re ready to have a space where you feel truly heard, valued, and supported, I’m here.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Level 5 Diploma in Humanistic Counselling
- Level 4 Diploma in Humanistic Counselling
- Level 3 Certificate in Person-Centred Counselling
- Level 2 Introduction to Counselling Certificate
I am a qualified Humanistic person-centred practitioner. This means I hold a metaphorical mirror to you, reflecting your feelings and experiences with non-judgement, in order to help you gain awareness and self-understanding. Furthermore, I empower you to discover your own solutions in an open and supportive environment.
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).
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
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Fees
£55.00 per session
Additional information
Curious if Chrysalism Counselling is the right fit for you? I offer a complimentary 15-minute discussion, either over the phone or via video call. This is a relaxed conversation to meet one another and discuss how we would work together. You will have an opportunity to ask any questions, and see if my counselling approach aligns with your needs. There is no pressure to commit to further sessions afterwards.
Face to face or Online session (50 minutes) - £55.00
Block Booking (6 x 50-minute sessions) - £300
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Further information
I am passionately committed to ongoing personal and professional development in order to provide the highest standard of care for my clients. By continuously engaging in training, supervision, and reflection, I strive to deepen my understanding of mental health, ethical practices, and the diverse experiences of my clients.
