About me
Hello, I'm Ashleigh, I am a Qualified CBT Therapist that is accredited with the BABCP and registered with the BACP. I also have also completed training in motivational interviewing and schema therapy.
I am experienced working with a number of presenting issues such as low self-esteem, depression, generalised anxiety, social anxiety and phobias. I work with adults privately both one-to-one and in groups, and with children both in a school environment and privately.
Working online allows therapy to fit around your existing commitments and home life, all you need is a quiet space for 50-55 minutes to take part in your session.
Below is a little more information on how it would all work.
I have quite a relaxed way of working and always aim for you to feel as comfortable as possible. There is also no such thing as a silly question, so do get in touch if there is anything you are unsure on before getting started.
Getting started.
When I first receive contact from you, I would look to find out your availability as this allows me to match you up to any available slots I might have. Some slots are more popular than others, so it may be that if you want one of the 'prime time' slots, I will be able to offer you place you on a waiting list for these. I'd also look to find out what platform you would like your therapy to take place over.
When we have agreed on a time slot, I would look to send you a copy of my therapy agreement which covers all the important bits and bobs such as the confidentiality agreement, GDPR handling and how to pay. This must be returned prior to your first session, for insurance and membership purposes. I would then send you anything you needed to access your first session such as a Zoom link or further address details.
The first session.
This is basically an assessment session whereby you to meet me, ask any questions you might have, but I also get to find out what has brought you to therapy, and information surrounding you/ your circumstances currently.
This is nothing to be worried about, and will always be done in a kind and gentle way, but the more you can tell me the better, so never worry about saying too much!
We'd then look to do some more formal assessments and goal setting in session 2/3 before moving into the main body of therapy, whereby we really get stuck into working on things. I normally advise of 12 sessions to begin with as a standard, but depending on your reason for getting therapy, you may not need as many as this. On the other hand you may need a little more and this is fine too, we will continually review and discuss this together.
At the start of each session there will be an agenda, and at the end you will always get to raise feedback so that we can ensure the therapy is meeting your needs. I hope this explains everything you need at this point.
However please get in touch should you have any more questions :-)
**Should you be looking to fund your therapy via BUPA medical insurance- I can be found on their approved therapist list 30061258- treatment must be approved by them pre first session**
Training, qualifications & experience
- BA in Education
- Counselling Skills Certificate
- Diploma Level 11 in CBT Counselling and Group Work
- Accredited with BABCP and registered member of BACP ( MBACP) and COSCA
- Trauma Focused CBT Level 2
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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 BABCP is the lead organisation for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in the UK. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in the practice, theory or development of CBT. BABCP also provides accreditation for CBT therapists. BABCP accredited members adhere to the Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics in the Practice of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies, and are willing to be scrutinised in this adherence as required.
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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