About me
I'm Tony Baxter, an integrative counsellor working in the following areas: Hemel, St Albans and Watford, working with adults facing low mood, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, past difficulties or simply a sense of feeling stuck or not quite like themselves.
I trained in an integrative approach, which means I don't follow one specific therapeutic method, instead, I draw on a range of ways of working so that our sessions fit you, rather than the other way around. Alongside talking things through, I have extensive training in working with how feelings and stress show up in the body, things like tension, a racing heart, or feeling constantly on edge, because our emotional and physical states are often more connected than we realise. This isn't anything unusual, it simply means we look at the whole picture together, not just one part of it.
I hold a Level 5 qualification in this body-aware way of working called Somatics, and I'm registered with BACP and MNCPS (Acc.).
What working with me looks like
Sessions are collaborative and paced around you, there's no expectation to have things figured out before you arrive, and no pressure to go into more detail than feels right at any given time. My aim is for you to feel genuinely heard and understood, not analysed. I follow the 3 stages of trauma treatment to ensure you are supported safely and at a pace that feels manageable throughout our work.
I offer sessions in person in locations in Hemel, St Albans and Watford. Also online or by telephone if preferred, typically weekly or fortnightly. We can have an initial no pressure conversation before we start so you can get a feel for whether it's the right fit.
Getting in touch
If any of this feels like where you are currently at, I'd be glad to hear from you. Reaching out is often the hardest part, you don't need to know exactly what to say, just that something isn't quite right. Feel free to get in touch by emailing me on info@tonybaxtercounselling.co.uk or calling on 07503160967 to arrange an initial conversation.
Training, qualifications & experience
CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Somatic Trauma Therapy
CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Studies Integrative
CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Therapeutic Studies
CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
I am a qualified integrative counsellor with a background in mental health support. I have also worked for nearly 4 years as a Senior Mental Health Outreach Worker, for a mental health charity within Hertfordshire. Supporting people with complex needs such as bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, BPD traits and a range of other emotional and psychological challenges. Alongside my formal counselling training I've also taken part in a wide variety of short courses and specialist training through the charity, which continues to inform my work in the therapy room.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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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
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
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Fees
£60.00 per session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Sessions are £60 for 50 minutes. I understand that therapy can be a financial challenge, so I offer a small number of reduced cost places for those on low income or benefits. These are limited and offered on a case by case basis. If you’d like to discuss this, please get in touch, I’m happy to talk through options.
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Further information
I aim to create a space where clients can be fully themselves, without judgement or pressure. I believe that genuine human connection is central to healing and growth, and I work collaboratively, at a pace that feels safe and respectful. I value my own ongoing personal development and am committed to working ethically, relationally, so that you feel heard and valued just as you are.
