About me
People come to counselling for lots of different reasons. Sometimes they are struggling with a particular issue or phase in life and want support to understand and accept it or to work through it. Other times, people have a sense that things are not as they would like them to be and want to explore the opportunity for change. Perhaps you are unhappy with how you respond to people or situations in your life and you'd like to understand why you do what you do and what it might be like if things were different. Overall, modern life presents lots of challenges and therapy provides a place to consider what to do about them.
Whatever your reason for seeking counselling, I will provide you with a safe, supportive and confidential space that allows you to work through challenges and achieve your desired outcomes.
My approach is relaxed and friendly and I aim to create a non judgemental space that builds trust between us to allow important work to happen. I will place a lot of emphasis on forming a strong therapeutic relationship with you, as evidence has shown that regardless of the type of therapy, it is the relationship between client and therapist that is key to effective work. As an integrative therapist, I use various models and interventions in my work as appropriate for your needs and preferences. My particular emphasis is in humanistic therapy, where we work together to help you understand yourself better and to empower you to achieve your desired outcomes.
Before changing my career, I worked in various roles within a large corporate organisation. During the latter part of my corporate career, I worked as an employee coach, focussed on supporting employees to develop themselves in order to realise their potential and increase their work satisfaction (and often their happiness and satisfaction at home too). The experience was incredibly rewarding, leading me to change my career and become a counsellor.
Taking the step to start counselling, whether for the very first time or when starting again with someone new, can feel daunting so I will go at your pace and ensure you feel in control of the process. Please contact me to discuss your needs and explore the options available. I offer a free, no obligation introductory call where I can explain more about my approach to counselling and we can discuss any questions or queries you might have about me or about counselling in general. I offer online or face to face counselling from various locations in Berkshire, including Wokingham, Ascot and Sunninghill.
Training, qualifications & experience
L4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
L3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
L2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
Foundation in Transactional Analysis
TA101 Introduction to Transactional Analysis
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
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
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