About me
Hello,I am a qualified integrative counsellor with over 11 years experience in providing support to individuals who may be having difficulties with relationships, self esteem, loss, anxiety, depression, abuse, Infertility and many other issues. There are times in our life when we feel a little lost and feel stuck in a situation which seems impossible to go forward from. You may find that with the support of counselling you are empowered to make changes and have a better understanding of yourself in the process. I understand how difficult and sometimes frightening it can be when making the decision to seek counselling, so by reading my profile you have taken your first step forward.
Integrative Counselling means I use different therapeutic techniques to work holistically with you by listening to what you have to say and building a trusting therapeutic relationship. The therapy is led by you so you are able to bring to the sessions what you would like to explore. I can offer you empathy in a warm, safe non-judgmental and confidential environment, giving you the time and space to explore and work through past and presenting issues.
My therapeutic approach is about building the relationship using the three core conditions Empathy, Congruence and Unconditional Positive Regard. I use a person centred approach with clients when we are working in the here and now. I use a Psychodynamic approach when clients need to explore their past to unlock their core beliefs around their patterns of behaviour this helps the client to have a better understanding of their pattern of relating. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) can help clients manage difficulties by changing the way they think and behave.
Training, qualifications & experience
Counselling Experience
I have a broad range of counselling and wellbeing experience supporting adults, children, young people and families through a variety of challenging life circumstances.
I have provided counselling support within a bereavement agency, supporting parents and carers following the loss of a child. This has given me valuable experience in working sensitively with complex grief, loss and the emotional impact of bereavement on individuals and families.
I have also worked within a specialist centre supporting women who have experienced domestic violence, as well as those experiencing low self-esteem and mental health difficulties. This role developed my experience of working with individuals who have experienced trauma, difficult relationships and significant emotional challenges.
As a volunteer counsellor with a Carers organisation, I supported people who were caring for family members and others with ongoing care needs. This included helping clients explore the emotional and practical challenges associated with their caring role, including the impact on their wellbeing, relationships and sense of self.
Prior to my counselling work, I worked as a Family Support Advisor, where I provided wellbeing support within schools to children and young people. I supported young people experiencing a range of emotional and wellbeing difficulties and worked alongside parents and families, providing parenting advice, guidance and support.
I have also worked within a counselling agency supporting children and young people experiencing depression, anxiety and stress. Alongside supporting young people therapeutically, I have worked with parents to help them better understand and support their child's emotional wellbeing and to develop positive strategies within the home.
In addition, I have experience of delivering training to schools and organisations, providing guidance around supporting and developing positive mental health and emotional wellbeing in young people.
I have undertaken specialist training in infant loss and infertility support through The Foundation for Infant Loss, further developing my knowledge and understanding of the emotional impact of pregnancy and infant loss, infertility and associated grief.
My experience has enabled me to develop a compassionate, non-judgemental and person-centred approach, with an understanding of the importance of creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment for clients experiencing distress, loss, trauma and significant life challenges.
Training
- Infertility and supporting those that are childless Course
- Infertility,Pregnancy Loss & Reproductive Trauma Course
- Infant Loss Training (Accredited)'The Foundation For Infant Loss'
- Certificate in online and telephone counselling
- Mental Health First Aid(England) LITE
- Mental Health First Aid (England) Youth Instructor Trainer (ACCREDITED)
- Couple Dynamic Counselling
- BACP Registration Member
- Level 4 Diploma in Integrative Counselling (BACP)
- Supporting Families Facing Loss (Associated with children's illness and disabilities)
- Parenting Support Training
- Certificate in Counselling Theory (BACP)
- Certificate in Counselling Skills (BACP)
- Introduction to Counselling (BACP)
- Certificate in Therapeutic Play Therapy (children)
- Registered with the ICO (information commissioners Office)
- Indemnity Insurance
- Enhanced DBS Check
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
- Infertility
- Anxiety
- Trauma
- Baby Loss
- Miscarriage
- Depression
- Relationship Difficulties
- Young People
Low Self Esteem/Confidence Building
Therapies offered
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Fees
£45.00 - £60.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
FROM £45 Per Hour (Individual Session)
FROM £60 Per Hour ( Couple Counselling)
If you have any questions or queries please contact me via email or phone. If I am unable to take your call please leave a message with your details and a time which is convenient for you so I can call you back. Thank you.
When I work
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Further information
I run my private practice from home in a quiet, peaceful, warm and a confidential space.
I offer online and phone counselling sessions only.
