Ariel Dunnett
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About me
At times we can feel anxious, lost and unsure of who we are, shattered, fragmented and exhausted from trying to be strong. If this resonates with you then I'm glad you found my profile page.
Maybe it's difficult for you to get your bearings and know your sense of direction. Or maybe you are seeking support to get through a particular life event such as a significant loss. Perhaps you are experiencing relationship difficulties, repeating old unhelpful patterns that leave you feeling bewildered.
I believe that finding someone who genuinely wants to understand how you feel without judgement is a good place to start.
I am a qualified and accredited counsellor and have been for 20 years. I work in a way which I believe can support you to unearth the answers you are looking for, and to do so at a pace that suits you.
I am an Integrative counsellor with a core model of Transactional Analysis (please see the following link for more information http://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/transactional-analysis.html). As an Integrative counsellor I draw on many different models and theories as I believe this offers a flexible and holistic approach specific to you and your needs. Above all else, I aim to offer a safe, warm and welcoming environment and relationship where you can feel free to explore your thoughts and feelings.
Being able to look openly and honestly at where we are in our lives helps us to grow and develop, but it can be difficult to talk about certain things. It’s your story, and I offer a non-judgemental, accepting and compassionate space where you can tell it, and feel heard and understood. My role is to help you explore your thoughts and feelings in a way that supports you to make any changes you may want to. Talking about how you feel, and being heard is at the centre of the counselling process. As we go on it may be useful to consider unhelpful behaviours, explore fresh perspectives, and different possibilities for change and growth. Working together we can explore where you are now, where you would like to be and how you can work towards getting there.
You may be feeling apprehensive about the prospect of counselling and perhaps you have questions or concerns about the process. If this is the case, I am very happy to chat to you about these. So, if you think that I may be the person to help you, get in touch and we can take it from there.
Training, qualifications & experience
Training
- 2023 - Certificate in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
- 2021 - Professional Hypnotherapy Diploma
- 2013 - Accredited Diploma in Supervision (Distinction)
- 2009 - COSCA Counsellor Accreditation
- 2004 - Diploma in Counselling (Advanced level)
- 2000 - Certificate in Counselling Skills
I am always looking to develop myself as a counsellor so that I can offer you the best possible service. I have completed many hours of continuing professional development and continue to do further research and training. Below are just a few examples of additional training I have done.
- Hypnotherapy Masterclass
- NLP (neuro linguistic programming)
- Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Level 1 & 2
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Skills Essentials workshops
- Certified Laughter Yoga Leader
- Realising Recovery
- Assessment Skills
- Working with dreams
- CBT training workshops
- 5-day Essentials of Psychosynthesis
- Skills workshops using images & symbols
- Working with survivors of sexual abuse
Organisational Experience
- Dementia Support Worker with Alzheimer's Society
- Bereavement Counselling Service Coordinator & Senior Bereavement Counsellor with Age UK
- Working for Age UK supporting adults with mental health issues/dementia
- Providing counselling to adult carers with VOCAL (Voices of Carers Across Lothians)
- Assessment counsellor for voluntary counselling organisation
- Mental health project work for several voluntary sector organisations
Member organisations
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.
COSCA is the professional body for counselling and psychotherapy in Scotland, and seeks to advance all forms of counselling and psychotherapy and the use of counselling skills by promoting best practice and through the delivery of a range of sustainable services. COSCA Counsellor Accreditation is a pathway to entry onto the UKRC.
It is a requirement of all individual and organisational members of COSCA to abide by its Statement of Ethics and Code of Practice and be accountable to the Complaints Procedure. 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).
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I also have knowledge and experience in the following areas:
- Bereavement & Loss
- Anxiety & Depression
- Women's health including Menopause and Perimenopause
- Stress
- Dementia
- Carers issues
Therapies offered
Fees
£50.00 per session
Additional information
- Initial assessment session - £40per 40 minute session
- Individual face to face session - £50 per 50 minute session
- Individual telephone/online session - £50 per 50 minute session
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For those who find it difficult to access counselling during the day due to work, caring or other commitments I offer the option of evening sessions.
