Azariah Shortt

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Counsellor/Supervisor. Msc Counselling. CBT Trauma Addiction
Available for new clients
Available for new clients

This professional is available for new clients.

location_on Londonderry, BT48
Available for new clients
Available for new clients

This professional is available for new clients.

About me

I know it can be daunting to reach out for help but it is also brave. It is the first step towards taking charge of your life. It can feel difficult to invest in yourself because its too easy to think you are not worth it and perhaps others deserve it more. But the truth is, helping yourself grow into the person you've always wanted to be is a greatest gift you can give yourself and your loved ones. 

I am a qualified and registered counsellor with IACP and NCPS. I'm originally from Donegal, working in Waterloo Place in Derry. I work with people in many areas including addiction, grief, depression, anxiety and trauma. We all struggle with the ups and downs of life at times. I believe that through meaningful and purposeful conversation, in a non-judgmental environment, you can become free of what holds you back and find the path to true happiness.

Sometimes people come to counselling for a specific reason like bereavement or relationship issues or lacking in confidence, other times it's because they feel down and are not sure why. There can be feelings of being unheard, not good enough, feeling disappointed with life, or being trapped in a cycle of unhelpful behaviour. Together we can explore what is leading to these feelings and work together to improve your quality of life. 

I am very passionate about my work and especially how human connection can help people mend from past pain. 

Please call, text or email if you require more information or would like to book an appointment.

I also have availability as a counselling supervisor.

Training, qualifications & experience

  • Professional Diploma in Integrative Supervision (BACP/IACP Accredited)
  • Masters Degree in Addiction Counselling and Psychotherapy (Middlesex University)
  • Bachelor Degree in Counselling (The University of Notre Dame, Australia)
  • Schema Therapy Modules 1, 2 & 3 (IIST)
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Developmental Trauma (Australian Childhood Foundation)
  • Professional Diploma in Bereavement and Grief
  • Levels 2 and 3 Counselling Skills
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) 
  • Level 1 Family and Relationship Therapy
  • Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) Training
  • Solution-Focused TherapyTraining 
  • Circle of Security Parenting Facilitation Training
  • ASIST Suicide Intervention Training

Member organisations

school Registered / Accredited

Registered / Accredited

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NCPS
National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)

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

National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society
Accredited Register Scheme

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National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society

Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies offered

Fees

£50.00 per session

Concessions offered for

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Additional information

£40 concession rate.

£65 Supervision (1.5 hours).

£55 Supervision (1.5 hours: student).

When I work

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Further information

I work as a person led counsellor and offer subtle challenges to my clients in order for them to understand and see their blind spots. My aim is for each client to learn more about themselves so they can live a more content life and have better relationships with others. I assist individuals to develop insight into their thoughts, actions and how they operate in every day life. Each person I see requires difference needs. These are explored using empathy and positive regard. My aim is to provide the tools each person needs to make their life better and to develop their emotional resilience. 

Waterloo Place, Londonderry, BT48

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone
Home visits

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)

Key details

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Wheelchair user access

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Under the Equality Act 2010 service providers have a duty to make reasonable adjustments to ensure that individuals with disabilities can access their service. You can read more about reasonable adjustments to help you to access services on the CAB website.

My location is wheelchair accessible.

Supervision

In person
Online
Phone

Counselling supervision available online or face to face.

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