Caroline Hobson

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BSc Hons MBACP
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East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19
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About me

A very warm welcome to my page and thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I am a fully qualified person-centred counsellor working in East Grinstead. I am a member of the British Association of Counselling and psychotherapy (MBACP) and therefore adhere to their code of ethics. I offer short and long-term therapy - whatever feels right for you. 

I am a warm, empathic, and understanding person who is hugely passionate about mental health, personal growth, awareness, and development. My philosophy as a person-centred counsellor, respects and values each individual as their own person with their own unique experiences. I endeavor to provide a calm, safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space for you to freely explore whatever may be troubling you. My work is grounded in the belief that being alongside you in your pain, internal conflict and mental distress enables you to express your deepest feelings and emotions and feel heard and valued. I typically work in an experiential way, naturally guided to draw attention to and focus on particular aspects of your experiencing, enabling you to unfold and openly express yourself. I hold dear the person-centred belief that you are the expert on yourself and thus have the capacity to find your own way forward with counselling support. I strive to work collaboratively in building a trusting and connecting relationship to promote therapeutic change and healing thus helping you to move towards a more fulfilled life. 

I am available for telephone and online counselling and walk & talk counselling sessions in East Grinstead. Walk & talk therapy sessions are an alternative way to counselling and are best described as taking the traditional, inside counselling session, outside. East Grinstead is lucky enough to have several natural beauty spots to take advantage of.  Walk and talk sessions last for 50 mins (the therapeutic working contract is discussed prior to and at the initial session). We can walk as quickly or as slowly as you like, I walk at your pace. There are also opportunities to sit on nearby benches if you decide you would like a rest from walking at any time during the session. Outdoor sessions are of course weather dependent. However, I am flexible and have been known to walk in wind and rain.  If you do not feel comfortable walking in certain weather, we can always switch to another way of working. This is something we can discuss prior to a session. Some of the benefits of walk and talk sessions include; getting fresh air and connecting with nature whilst promoting physical and mental well-being. The sessions can be especially helpful for clients who feel anxious or claustrophobic in the environment of a small therapeutic room. This can also be a preferable option for those who may find face-to-face, intense eye contact uncomfortable.  

​I may introduce creativity into the sessions to enhance your process, deepen self-exploration, self-understanding, and encourage self-expression. This may include the use of emotion cards, creative writing, drawing, painting, collaging etc. I continue to work in a person-centred way to help you find your own personal meaning behind your creation which is free from judgment, diagnosis and interpretation. Working therapeutically in a creative way will always be mutually discussed beforehand. Your choice/preference will be totally heard and respected so please do let me know if this way of working doesn't feel right for you. 

I have worked with people from all different walks of life experiencing a range of different issues including abuse, trauma,  addiction, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem/confidence, low self-worth, shame, attachment, and relationship issues.

It can feel overwhelming when searching for a suitable counsellor; it is really important to find the right counsellor and approach for you. With this in mind, I offer a free 20 minute intial telephone assessment so that you can get a feel of my way of working before committing to continuing therapy with me.

Training, qualifications & experience

  • Degree of Bachelor of Science with First Class Honours in Person-Centred Counselling (University of Brighton)
  • FDSc Degree in Person-Centred Counselling (University of Brighton)
  • NCFE CACHE Level 2 in Counselling Skills
  • NCFE Level 1 Award in Interpersonal Skills
  • TQUK Level 2 in Self-Harm and Suicide Awareness and Prevention
  • Domestic Abuse Training
  • Gambling Addiction Training
  • Working with bereavement and complex grief training
  • Certificate in Level 2 Introduction to Child Protection
  • Certificate in Epilepsy awareness 
  • CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Early Years Practice
  • CACHE Level 3 NVQ in Children's Care, Learning and Development

I have attended numerous short courses, training, and workshops on specific areas including trauma, dreams, shame, creativity in therapy, mindfulness, childhood sexual abuse, and more. I continue to engage in additional training as part of my ongoing professional development. 

I volunteered for ESDAS (East Surrey Domestic Abuse Services) for two years, offering counselling support to those affected by domestic abuse. I was a self-employed counsellor at Breakeven for two and a half years, where I offered counselling support to those affected by problem gambling. 

Member organisations

BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

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.

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All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.

Accredited register membership

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
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Fees

£45.00 - £55.00
Free initial telephone or online session

Concessions offered for

  • Low income
  • OAPs
  • Students
  • Trainee counsellors

Health Insurance/EAP

  • Aviva

Additional information

£45 per 50 min session for walk and talk, telephone and remote therapy sessions

£55 for 50 min face to face therapy sessions in a room in East Grinstead

When I work

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Morning
Afternoon
Evening
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I can occasionally offer evenings and weekends. Please contact me for availability 

East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Adults
Older Adults

Online platforms

Whatsapp
Zoom

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