Amelia Murdoch MBACP, Dip Counselling. Bsc (Hons)

About me

There are times in our lives when we all need some support and help, someone who will listen  feel safe and is non-judgemental. We don't always understand why we feel like we do, some times there's a more obvious trigger. If you are upset, struggling or facing difficulties it can help to talk, which isn't always easy. Understanding our feelings can help us towards a sense of calm and help feel more control over our lives. I work with a genuineness and sensitivity which may enable you to develop a deeper understanding of yourself, developing an increased sense of self-acceptance.

I am a qualified BACP accredited psychodynamically trained counsellor, working with adults and young people.

Psychodynamics links to the work of Sigmund Freud working from the core principle that our behaviour is firmly rooted in the past and our childhood experiences.

I have ten years experience working in an NHS mental health setting as well as five years as a listening volunteer and leader with the Samaritans. I have volunteered as a Place2Be counsellor in a secondary school working with 11-16 year olds. I am currently working as an Assistant School Project Manager for Place2Be a leading children's mental health charity.

I have a level 4 certificate in counselling children, which encompassed modules on children's emotional wellbeing, working with metaphor, making endings and difference and diversity. Considering the impact of early attachments helps inform my work and enables me to be creative and playful working with children.

I believe the counselling relationship is a special one, based on a rapport of trust, empathy and reciprocal respect. Finding a counsellor you feel comfortable with is key, I am happy to book an initial meeting to consider what you may need and how I can help.

There are times when depression, sadness, anxiety, panic, family issues, or abuse can feel over whelming.  If your struggling, contact me: 07984 225 123 and we can talk about how I may be able to help you.