Caroline Sutton BA(Psych), MA(Mental Health), PGrad(FOP), Reg.MBACP

Caroline Sutton BA(Psych), MA(Mental Health), PGrad(FOP), Reg.MBACP

The Thornbury Clinic
4 Castle Street
Thornbury
Bristol
Gloucestershire
BS35 1HB

The Practice Rooms
57-59 High Street
Westbury-on-Trym
Bristol
Somerset
BS9 3ED

07500 039235

www.bristolcounsellingpractice.co.uk

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About me

I am a registered BACP Counsellor and Psychotherapist based in Bristol. I see clients at The Practice Rooms in Westbury on Trym and Clifton Village as well as The Thornbury Clinic in Thornbury. I use a variety of theoretical approaches to assist you in understanding and working through your issues but the relationship with you, the client, is central to my work.

For some people the decision to seek counselling can be a difficult and daunting prospect. The best way to start is to simply arrange an introductory session, where we would explore what has brought you to therapy and discuss how we might work together. It is important for you to feel comfortable in your choice of therapist. There is no obligation to continue beyond the introductory session.

Training, qualifications & experience

QUALIFICATIONS

B.A. in Psychology
M.A. in Mental Health Counselling
Post Grad Certificate in Focusing Oriented Psychotherapy

I also attend regular trainings for continuing professional development (CPD), which include:

CBT level 1; Practitioner course for Eating Disorders; Gestalt Therapy; Working with Abuse; Level 1 CBT; Master Practitioner in NLP; Reiki level 1-2; Focusing level 1-2; Focusing trainer; Certificate in Focusing Oriented Therapy.

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION & ETHICS

I am a registered member of BACP and I adhere to their code of ethics.
I am a certified member of The Focusing Institute.

ABOUT ME & HOW I WORK

I am a registered BACP Psychotherapist and Counsellor with experience working with individuals and couples from many different walks of life and motivations to enter therapy.  I have worked in private healthcare where I facilitated a range of group therapy sessions and managed an individual caseload and I have been in private practice for over 10 years.

I practice as an integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor, which means I work to combine elements of my training to suit your needs at different stages of the therapeutic relationship.  As each client is unique, so too is each therapy relationship and treatment plan.

In general my work involves person to person counselling and it is my task to provide you with a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space within which you can gain a better understanding of your world space. Our work together will begin with an assessment period so that I can get to know how best to assist you as well as giving you an opportunity to feel comfortable in your choice of working with me. Depending on your needs I may draw upon various theoretical approaches including psychodynamic, CBT, humanistic or existential but fundamentally it is the relationship with you, the client that is central to the work.

SUPERVISION

I take regular supervision, which adheres to the standards of BACP.

Member organisations

BACP

Accredited register membership

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

        Other areas of counselling I deal with

        Focusing Oriented Psychotherapy

        Therapies offered

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        Fees

        My counselling fee is £50 for individual sessions and £60 for couples sessions.

        Sessions last 50 minutes and are generally held the same day and time each week.

        The number of sessions is usually discussed in the introductory session and then subject to review.

        The client has the freedom to end therapy at any time.

        3 days notice is required for non-attendance. I may sometimes be able to reschedule a session during the same week provided I am given adequate notice and I have availability. If not it will result in a full charge.

        I do sometimes offer concessions.

        Payment is due at the end of each session in cash or by cheque. I may be able to set up a monthly payment schedule upon request which can be paid in advance of sessions. 

        Further information

        On a more personal level I have had the pleasure to spend over 20 years living in diverse countries within Africa, Europe and the Middle East.These experiences have helped me in my own journey towards self-awareness but have also led me to develop a keen respect for human rights and individual difference and to strive for a non-judgemental approach in my life and work. I currently live in Bristol with my family.

        Please feel free to explore my website to learn more about me and how I work. I look forward to meeting you.

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        Maps & Directions

        Bristol, BS35 1HB
        Bristol, BS9 3ED

        Type of session

        Online counselling: Yes
        Telephone counselling: No
        Face to face counselling: Yes
        Home visits: No

        Practical details

        Sign language: Unspecified
        Other languages: None

        Accessibility

        Wheelchair access: Unspecified

        The Thornbury Clinic has wheelchair accessibility.

        Types of client

        Adults
        Older adults
        Couples
        Organisations