About me
Struggling? Feeling overwhelmed? Feeling stressed, anxious or maybe feeling low? You don’t have to feel alone with your difficulties anymore; together, we can embark on a journey of change. Counselling has the ability to change lives and working with a counsellor can support you in a journey of growth, healing and change.
Timing with counselling is key, and if you are looking to start your journey today then I am ready to support you. My aim, as a therapeutic professional, is to work collaboratively with you to build a trusting and caring environment and one within which you can grow & develop in.
I offer a free 15 minute consultation where we can explore what you are seeking counselling for and to determine how best I can support you on your next steps. I approach counselling with compassion, empathy and kindness. My approach is built upon hope, reflection and a journey of change.
Within my practice you can expect a safe, welcoming and non-judgemental space. Anyone is welcome in my Counselling practice from both majority or minority backgrounds. My aim as a therapeutic professional is to work collaboratively through a journey of change .
Counselling sessions are offered in three formats to suit your preference; In-Person, Online or over the Phone.
When it comes to my practice I have a particular interest in bereavement, loss, anxiety, OCD, depression, low mood and adaptation.
Testimonials:
“Many thanks for your support and guidance over the past 10 months. It has been a meaningful experience working with you, and I truly appreciate everything that you’ve helped me with.”
“A big thank you for all your help & support during our sessions over the last few months. It’s been hugely beneficial. I’ll miss our Friday sessions.”
“Your presence has helped me challenge my own perceptions. I have found you approachable, compassionate and you have always listened to me.”
“You have always listened to me and supported me through some very difficult and traumatic material. I have found our work safe and you to be trustworthy.”
“Andrew is an excellent communicator and consummate professional. Empathetic and kind therapist. Would highly recommend.”
“Offers a non-judgemental space for you to unload your personal issues. Andrew makes you feel understood and this provides support.”
“Andrew is a fantastic therapist, who makes me feel seen, heard and valued. He is very professional, kind, supportive and understanding. He creates a space where I feel safe and where I can work through my problems at my own pace. Andrew is really knowledgeable and has great empathy. I feel very fortunate to be working with Andrew and I recommend him as an excellent therapist.”
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a Registered Counsellor & Psychotherapist with the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) – you can find details of my registration on the BACP Register – my registration number is 408298.
I am a Level 7 Master trained Counsellor & Psychotherapist with a Distinction qualification. I additionally have graduated with a Certificate in Counselling skills and a BSc Psychology degree.
I have worked with clients in stroke services, low cost counselling services and have extensive experience of working within CAMHS & the NHS. I am comfortable working with clients from diverse & wide ranging backgrounds.
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
Therapies offered
Fees
£55.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I believe that any Counselling should be undertaken with a Counsellor that you feel comfortable with – that is why I offer a discounted assessment session rate of £40. This is with the intent of offering a chance for us to get to know one another, for you to hear more about my way of working and my practice, and for you to get a sense of whether or not I am the Counsellor that you would like to work with.
I equally offer discounted fees when block booking sessions in advance as well as a free 15 minute consultation.
When I work
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Further information
I offer Counselling sessions in three formats:
- In-person - sessions are held within my counselling room within the BS30 area of Bristol.
- Online
- Telephone
