Amy Richards

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Prof Dip Psyche Level 5

About me

Hi, I’m Amy, an integrative therapist working both online and in person in the Reading and Wokingham area. I work with a range of issues including trauma, stress and anxiety, depression, low self esteem, childhood trauma, self defeating behaviours, relationship issues. (I do not work with couples). I am open to working with whatever brings you to therapy.  I qualified with a Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling and am accredited with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society. I offer long and short term therapy.

I believe that every human is beautifully unique and deserves to experience therapy that is as individual as they are. I would be delighted to walk alongside you in your journey of self discovery and healing. I provide a safe, empathic and non judgemental space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, feelings and behaviours. 

As an integrative therapist, I am able to draw on different techniques and principles from various therapeutic approaches. This approach recognises that individuals are unique and may respond best to a tailored blend of different therapeutic methods. I can work using a person-centred approach - working in the moment, psychodynamic approach - looking at and exploring your childhood, and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) - which focuses on behaviour change utilising practical tools. 

I welcome any individual, no matter your race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, class or disability.

Please feel free to reach out to arrange a free telephone call where I can answer any questions you may have and you can decide whether I might be the right therapist for you.

Training, qualifications & experience

  • Prof. Dip. Psyche. Level 5.
  • Over 100 hours of clinical experience.
  • Experienced in working with survivors of domestic abuse.
  • NCPS accredited.
  • Further CPD taken in working with Trauma, PTSD and CPTSD. 

Member organisations

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NCPS
National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)

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Accredited register membership

National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society
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National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society

Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies offered

Fees

£60.00 per session

Concessions offered for

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When I work

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I am currently able to see clients in person on Fridays in Wokingham. Also I have late afternoon and evening online sessions available Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays via zoom.

Reading, Berkshire, RG5

Reading, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40

Type of session

In person
Online

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)

Key details

DBS check info

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Online platforms

Zoom