Amanda Lee

I run my Private Practice from a beautiful log cabin in my garden and in the past I  worked at an agency that specialised in supporting people who have been affected by Sexual Abuse or Rape. I was also a lecturer in Counselling Studies at Basingstoke College of Technology

I am an 'integrative' therapist, which means I can use a variety of therapeutic styles and tools to help you. I hold the idea that there are many ways in which human psychology can be explored and understood - no one theory alone holds the answer. ​

The two main theoretical approaches that I draw from are Person-Centred and Psychodynamic counselling​

Person-centred therapy uses a non-authoritative approach that allows you, the client, to take more of a lead in discussions so that, in the process, you will discover your own solutions. I act as a compassionate facilitator, listening without judgment and acknowledging your experience without moving the conversation in another direction. I am there to encourage and support you and to guide the therapeutic process without interrupting or interfering with your process of self-discovery.

​The aim of psychodynamic therapy is to bring the unconscious mind into consciousness - helping you to unravel, experience and understand your true, deep-rooted feelings in order to resolve them. It takes the view that our unconscious holds onto painful feelings and memories, which are too difficult for the conscious mind to process. In order to ensure these memories and experiences stay below the surface, many people will develop defences. According to psychodynamic therapy, these defences will often do more harm than good.

L3 Certificate in Counselling Studies

L4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

£60.00 per session

I offer daytime and evening appointments either in person or online.