Carolyn McLaughlin

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MBACP, MNCS, Dip.Cous.
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location_on Ballymena, County Antrim, BT42 1BW
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About me

Hello, my name is Carolyn, let me tell you a little about myself and the services I offer. I am a qualified integrative counsellor with experience of working with children, young people and adults in a variety of settings including private practice/MEAAP & GP surgery. Being an integrative practitioner simply means I use a blend of techniques, theories and approaches in order to tailor what suits you  best. This includes CBT - cognitive behaviour therapy, person centred therapy and a psychodynamic approach.

Whilst some may view therapy as a luxury for some it is necessity. I believe we all face difficulties in life and we deserve the right help to make sense of what is causing us distress whilst moving towards better mental health. As a qualified professional I will respect you, not judge, show empathy and empower you (something I am extremely passionate about). I work in a simple, down to earth, relatable way. For some this may be talking therapy, for others it may be getting creative it is whatever works best for you.  Whilst I may not have walked in your exact shoes along your exact path I am willing to pull on a pair and walk with you, not in front of you but alongside you every step of the way.

Training, qualifications & experience

  • Onus (NI) Ltd Domestic Violence course
  • Rainbow Project Awareness Training
  • Child Protection Awareness Training (Safeguarding) Suicide Awareness Training. Risk assessment & Safety Planning
  • Trauma Essentials course (with Terry Shevlin)
  • BACP Open University - How to do counselling online: a coronavirus primer
  • WAVE - Trauma course 
  • ASIST Awareness Suicide Training
  • Essential Training Associates – Counselling children & young people diploma
  • Binge Eating Disorder - with Claire Feldman (Eatology)
  • Learning Disability, Disability Awareness & MS Training - Disability Action 
  • Generation Hope - Youth Suicide Prevention (BACP)
  • Autism Solutions NI - Understanding Autism & it's impact
  • Autism Solutions NI - Autism work system training
  • 'It's all in the mind' - CBT training - with Dr Maria Kee
  • Autism & Fussy Eating - with Dr Kirsty Porter Nutrition4kidsNI
  • Neurodiversity Advocacy Training - (Autism & ADHD) with Claire Thompson
  • Living with persistent pain - NHSCT 
  • Lets talk about loneliness - NHSCT
  • Sleep - NHSCT
  • Managing persistent fatigue - NHSCT
  • Neuro-diversity Training International - The Inside Perspective on PDA with Jude Morrow (CEO, ASD, ADHD, PDA advocate,author, trainer)

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. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.

Accredited register membership

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Other areas of counselling I deal with

I have a strong affinity in supporting individuals who have been diagnosed with ASC - autistic spectrum condition, or may be experiencing social, emotional, behavioural or communication difficulties.  I am particularly passionate about supporting parents/carers of autistic children or family members, implementing my knowledge/skills and empathy.

Fees

From £40.00

Concessions offered for

  • check_circle Trainee counsellors

Additional information

Face to face, telephone & online sessions - £40

Face to face sessions conducted in Cullybackey, Maine Business Park.  Failure to give 24 hours notice of cancellation will incur £15 charge (to cover room hire costs).

Trainee counsellors please contact directly for fee enquiries.

When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Night

I mainly offer daytime sessions on weekdays.

Further information

I work in a simple straightforward way incorporating theory so that it is understandable, relevant and transferable, allowing the client to use ideas, suggestions etc from the therapy room in their everyday life.

I have a particular passion for helping both neuro-divergent adults & children or carers of neuro-divergent individuals.  I strongly support the advocacy movement within this particular field, whilst striving to empower, support and educate where possible.

I also strive to support individuals who have experienced bullying regardless of the setting i.e. school, workplace, romantic relationship, online etc.  I especially feel passionate about supporting those who have experienced & endured narcissistic abuse.  You will be believed, heard, understood and supported.

Maine Business Centre, 82E-82J Main Street, Cullybackey, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT42 1BW

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Children (0-12)
Young people (13-17)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)

Key details

AccessNI check info

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Wheelchair user access info
Wheelchair user access

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You can contact the Counsellor to discuss the options available.

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.

I operate from premises also situated in Cullybackey which is wheelchair/mobility issues accessible with a lift and disabled parking on site.

Online platforms

Whatsapp
Zoom
Carolyn McLaughlin
Carolyn McLaughlin