Anna Woodward
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About me
I fully appreciate how daunting it can be contacting a Counsellor. You are welcome to contact me for a free, no obligation talk so I can answer any questions you may have and explain how I work. I hope you will find me down to earth, relaxed and friendly.
Ways in which I can help include:
If you are feeling anxious, sad or angry and your relationships are difficult with a partner or family and friends, then we could unpick your thoughts and feelings and try to help you understand yourself and the way you relate with others more.
You have a strong inner critic and have low self esteem. Are you over thinking, or worrying and feeling low for no reason, affecting your self confidence? Let's look at the obstacles and triggers together and find ways for you to have a new perspective on life.
You have experienced a loss through the death of a loved one. Or a living loss of change in lifestyle due to changes in a relationship, job, or the impact of an illness.
I work with young adults from aged 16 and adults. I am committed to honouring the equality and diversity of my clients, including a good understanding of neurodiversity and working to the ethical framework of the BACP.
We can talk about what you are experiencing and how you would like life to be happier and more balanced. Counselling can give you a clearer frame of mind, a more positive outlook on life and better communication with others, allowing you to cope and feel more in control of your situation.
I have a down to earth and kind approach with an emphasis on building a non judgemental and trusting relationship with you. I offer a warm and caring space for you to feel heard and supported.
I am experienced in working face to face from my relaxed therapy room in Wimborne. This is accessible via stairs and has convenient parking close by.
If you want to work online or over the phone we can do this via zoom, WhatsApp, google meet or teams. Online therapy offers flexibility for appointment times and you can avoid travel time and work from the comfort of your own home at a time that is convenient to you.
I also offer Walk and Talk therapy in the countryside around Wimborne and Verwood, please contact me direct for more details. Or you can read more about this on my blog on my website www.counsellingwithanna.co.uk/blog
If you want to find out more or have some questions call 07425 051459 for a free, no obligation chat, where we can discuss your needs.
You can also contact me via my website, www.counsellingwithanna.co.uk or drop me an email to counsellingwithanna@gmail.com
I am passionate about the positive changes that Counselling can bring to a person's wellbeing and lifestyle. Having the opportunity to be heard without judgement allows you to feel less alone with your own problems and see your thoughts from a different perspective. Wouldn't it be great to spend time on yourself, feel more in control and improve your quality of life?
What can you expect?
We will first meet to talk about what you come to counselling for, this can be done over the phone or via zoom. We will then agree a set time and way of working according to what you want to talk about. I can work with short and long term counselling, you decide on the number of sessions you wish to have and when you want to end.
If we are working together online then you can choose an appointment time that is convenient to you. You will find Counselling an opportunity to focus on your own needs and concerns and to unravel those uncomfortable thoughts and feelings in a space that belongs only to you.
We will talk about what you want to achieve from your counselling sessions. The outcomes could be a clearer frame of mind, a more positive outlook, feeling better about yourself and better communication with others allowing you to cope more with life. Once we start our work together we can have regular reviews to check we are working in the right direction for you.
Training, qualifications & experience
Experience
I currently run my private practice from the Therapy Room at LeAnanda Yoga Studios in Wimborne
Previous experience includes:
Working as a Counsellor at the Arts University in Bournemouth, I am passionate about working with young adults
Volunteering as a Counsellor with the charity Frontline19 supporting frontline workers from the NHS and other sectors
Volunteering for Acts Fast a charity based in Dorset who support the families impacted by child sexual assault
I am a registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists) and adhere to their Ethical Framework.
I hold an enhanced DBS Certificate.
I have regular Supervision in accordance with the BACP Ethical Framework recommendations.
Qualifications
- CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic Skills & Theory
- CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- CPCAB Counselling Skills
- CPCAB Counselling Studies
- Working with Young People Certificate
Additional Training
- Certificate in Online & Telephone Counselling
- Domestic Abuse
- Stalking and Harassment
- Impact of Trauma
- Emotions in Eating Disorders
- Introduction to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Bereavement
- Safeguarding Children
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.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Photos & videos
Fees
£55.00 - £60.00
Free initial telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
You are welcome to contact me for a free half hour consultation to share brief details of your situation and we can discuss how we could work together. Feel free to ask me any questions you have about me or the counselling process.
Face to Face Session £60 (50 minutes)
Walk and Talk Session £55 (50 minutes)
Online Sessions (zoom or telephone) £55 (50 minutes)
Single Session Therapy £60 - this is a one off session to discuss a key issue (60 minutes)
Concessions available for counselling students.
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I am available for face to face sessions in Wimborne, walk and talk therapy in Wimborne and am experienced at working online via Zoom and over the phone. Flexible appointment times.
Further information
I have a room available in the centre of Wimborne which means there is plenty of parking and easy to access. There are 2 flights of stairs to access the room.
