Cath Eddy

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BSc (Hons), MNCPS (Accred)
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Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5
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About me

And breathe... Hi, I'm Cath. I am an experienced, qualified counsellor who works online and face-to-face with individuals who are finding some aspects of life difficult to cope with.

There are times in our lives, whether we are an adult or young person, when we find we are struggling and we need someone to talk to in confidence, without the fear of being judged. I provide a warm, confidential environment, where you have the opportunity to be listened to and to explore some of the difficulties you may be experiencing.

WHO DO I WORK WITH?

- Having previously worked as a nurse and midwife, I utilise my experiences and specialise in supporting women through all aspects of reproductive health and other issues life has thrown at them. I recently completed Confidence in Menopause training, developed by Dr Louise Newson founder of Newson Health Centre for Doctors and Health Care Professionals.

- I work with adults on a wide range of life's issues. Some of these issues include issues surrounding childhood sexual abuse, parenting, self-esteem, confidence, anxiety, bullying, depression, family issues, grief and loss, personal boundaries, relationship issues, self-harming behaviours and work-related issues, (this list is not exhaustive).

- Since Coronavirus -19 impacted our lives, I moved to working online and have completed Online and Telephone Counselling training, approved by ACTO (Association for Counselling and Therapy Online) and recognised by the NCS (National Counselling Society). However, I do also offer some face to face sessions.

​- I also work with young people. I recognise and understand that teenagers and young adults experience emotional difficulties for a number of reasons. It may be due to a change in their circumstances, such as parental divorce or separation, loss of a loved one, the pressure to 'do well', bullying, lack of confidence, self-harm or just general confusion in their life.

I’m not here to fix, nor is my role to tell you what you need to do.  My role is to allow each individual the time and space to make sense of their world at this time, explore strategies that might help them cope better and enable them to take control of /for themselves and become the best person they can be.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?

This is up to you. You never know unless you try.... and only you can decide. Counselling is there for anyone who is facing difficult times, needing support or guidance or just needing someone to talk to.

We can arrange an initial session at a mutually convenient time and day to give us the chance to get to know each other. Here you'll have the opportunity to explain what you'd like to gain from counselling, to ask me questions about how I work and to see if you feel comfortable with me. It also allows me the chance to check that I am able to offer you the help that you need.

There is no obligation to proceed, but if we both feel it is right, I'll meet with you weekly for your counselling sessions; sessions are usually at the same time on the same day each week, and will be for 50 minutes. Please email me or use the mobile number to get in touch.

I am situated in Knaresborough which has good bus and train services, therefore can support individuals who live further afield.

I respond to every enquiry; please ensure you check your spam/junk email folders. 

Training, qualifications & experience

Prior to embarking on my counselling journey I worked as a qualified nurse, (specialising in gynaecology) and subsequently became a midwife, I also was employed within the education system offering support to children and young adults for numerous years. This, coupled with my personal experience of counselling, prompted me to train as a counsellor

Alongside my private practice, I previously worked with an organisation that counsels survivors of rape and sexual abuse (adults and under 18's.) Working as an integrative counsellor with core person-centred skills; this enables me to work with you as an individual, focusing on your specific experiences and needs.

  • Therapeutic Counselling BSc (Hons)
  • Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling - Level 5
  • Diploma in Counselling Supervision - Level 6
  • Certificate in Counselling Young People - Level 5
  • Safeguarding Children and Young People - Level 3
  • Certificate in Life Coaching - Level 3 
  • Extended Certificate in Online & Telephone Supervision
  • understanding Domestic Abuse - Level 2
  • Confidence in Menopause Newson Health Centre for Doctors and Health Care Professionals.
  • Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling (ACTO approved)
  • Accredited with Foundation for Infant Loss.
  • Couples Counselling - Basingstoke Counselling Service
  • Accredited Registrant Member of NCPS (The National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society)
  • Former RGN, RM (dip)

Member organisations

Registered / Accredited

Registered / Accredited

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NCPS
National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)

The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society

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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

Other areas of counselling I deal with

I have completed Confidence in Menopause training, developed by Dr Louise Newson founder of Newson Health Centre for Doctors and Health Care Professionals.

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Fees

£60.00 per session

Concessions offered for

  • Trainee counsellors

Additional information

  • Initial meeting £60 (approx 1 hour)
  • Further sessions £60 for 50 mins
  • Young persons (13-18 yrs) £60 for 50 mins
  • Couples £75 for one hour 

When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Night

Although I predominately work online, I do offer some in-person sessions. 

Further information

  • My personal and professional development is very important to me. I regularly attend training courses and workshops to develop my career.
  • I'm an accredited registered member of the National Counselling Society and work in accordance with their ethical code of practice as a framework.
  • My counselling work is fully supervised.
  • Personal / Professional Liability Insurance

Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5

Type of session

In person
Online

Types of client

Children
Young people
Adults
Older adults
Couples

Key details

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Working online allows me to work with wheelchair users; however for face to face work I am unfortunately unable to accommodate wheelchair users at this time as there are stairs to my counselling room.

Online platforms

Whatsapp
Zoom

Supervision

In person
Online

I’m Cath, I’m a qualified supervisor, providing support & encouragement for you in all aspects of your counselling work.

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