Amanda Lloyd

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RGN. DipHe. OHND. DipCouns. MBACP
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location_on Manchester M25 & M26
Available for new clients
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This professional is available for new clients.

About me

I am a counsellor and registered general nurse specialising in occupational health, and my priorities have been about the physical and psychological care of my patients and clients. I use the biopsychosocial model to support clients' biological, psychological and social experiences and issues. I listen to why the client feels they need therapy, and we discuss the most appropriate way forward which may include, for example, CBT or solution-focussed therapy. I am welcoming and trustworthy and my approach to clients is irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, race or religious beliefs.


I assist clients with low mood, anxiety, depression, low self confidence & self esteem, personal issues, loneliness, sadness, & stress. Palliative care & bereavement. Work-related stress. Loss of identity. Self harm and suicidal thoughts. Infertility and miscarriage. Peri and post-natal depression, menopause, fatigue & PTSD. Couple counselling.


I believe every person is entitled to help and counselling and I work in a client focused way without judgement and with empathy and respect. I provide a safe space for the sessions, and the kettle is always on! If you feel this suits your needs, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Training, qualifications & experience

  • Registered General Nursing
  • ENB 998  Clinical Teaching and Assessment 1992
  • City and Guilds 9294  1993
  • Diploma Higher Education...Community Health Care Studies  1995
  • Occupational Health Nurse Diploma  1995
  • ENB 870  Introduction and Application Research 1995
  • Certificate Counselling  1999
  • Diploma Counselling  2000

I have undertaken courses for my continuing personal development and these have supported my work in the following areas

  • Low mood, anxiety and depression
  • Stress
  • Low self confidence and low self esteem
  • Personal issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Work related issues and bullying
  • Loneliness and sadness
  • Post traumatic stress disorder
  • Emotional, physical and sexual abuse
  • Terminal illness
  • Palliative care- people caring for someone with life limiting illnesses or disability
  • Bereavement through illness, injury or disability
  • Loss of self worth and identity
  • Self harm and suicidal thoughts
  • Infertility and miscarriage
  • Pre and post natal depression
  • Female and male menopause
  • Chronic fatigue/ post viral stress disorder
  • Anger

I worked as a volunteer counsellor at Trafford Macmillan Centre for 10 years. Clients were either carers for people with life limiting conditions, predominantly cancer or people who had problems around loss and bereavement.

I have worked as a counsellor for a charity in Lancashire and I volunteered for Feed for All in Need in Manchester. Both of these voluntary roles gave me the opportunity to assist people who are vulnerable and, often, alone.

I work with clients from the age of 12.

Member organisations

BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

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All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.

Accredited register membership

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Fees

£60.00 - £85.00
Free initial telephone session

Concessions offered for

  • check_circle Low income
  • check_circle OAPs
  • check_circle Students
  • check_circle Trainee counsellors

Additional information

Individuals - £60 per 60 minutes face to face session

Couples - £85 per 60 minute face to face session

Kettle is always on!

Telephone - £50 up to 60 minutes session

Concessions - Please discuss with counsellor

Please contact me to discuss my charges which include any room charges and insurance.

I accept self referrals by telephone, text or email and I will respond as quickly as possible.

Home visits can be arranged where appropriate and it is preferable if the GP is involved. This is to help me understand the medical issues  the client is experiencing and supports  the safety of both the client and counsellor.

When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Night

Days and evenings until 10pm and weekends by arrangement at the Prestwich and Radcliffe  Holistic Centres. 

Other venues and home visits by arrangement 

Further information

I am based in Prestwich and cover areas within and outside of Greater Manchester by prior arrangement.

Working alongside individuals in the work environment is very productive and the following remarks are from clients:

'Dramatic life changing positive transformation and transition on my recovery process. Emotional and physical well being improved immensely. Amanda has been exceptional in every way. I would not be where I am in my recovery journey if I hadn't had Amanda's counselling. 1st class' 

'I cannot emphasise how beneficial I have found my sessions  with Amanda and I will take forward the techniques to assist me in the future'  

'This has been so helpful to bring me back into a really good position. Amanda has been amazing, so supportive and understanding in all aspects. Thank you so much'    

Reading Material

Therapy Today  BACP                   

Articles are varied and can be used in line with the therapy a counsellor is offering to their clients

A Biopsychosocial Approach to Return to Work  Watson 2015  Occupational Health Journal

Website  What Works Well  info@whatworkswellbeing.org

'Overcoming Anxiety: A self Help Guide Using Cognitive Behavioural Techniques' 2009 Dr Helen Kennerley

'You'll Get Over It: The Rage of Bereavement'  by  Virginia Ironside 1997

'Stress Management: A Comprehensive Guide to Wellness'  1997  Dr Edward Charlesworth and Dr Ronald Nathan

'An Introduction to Coping with Anxiety' & 'An Introduction to Coping with Depression' by Brenda Hogan & Lee Brosan 2007

'Michael Rosen's Sad Book' Michael Rosen 2004

I am focused on creating a safe, confidential environment and service to clients. If there is anything you would like to discuss informally then please do not hesitate to contact me.

Mobile  07342136192   

Email amandacouns@outlook.com

2B Mather Ave, Prestwich, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M25 0LA

92 Stand Lane, Radcliffe, Manchester, Lancashire, M26 1JU

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone
Home visits

Types of client

Young people (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Couples
Families
Groups
Organisations

Key details

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Wheelchair user access info
Wheelchair user access

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Under the Equality Act 2010 service providers have a duty to make reasonable adjustments to ensure that individuals with disabilities can access their service. You can read more about reasonable adjustments to help you to access services on the CAB website.

Wheelchair access Prestwich centre and Bolton office on Chorley New Rd.

Additional languages

No

Online platforms

Skype
Whatsapp
Zoom
FaceTime
Microsoft Teams