Chandrika Patel
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About me
Thank you for stopping by. I am Chandrika based in South London. My approach is warm, kind and non-judgemental towards creating a positive therapeutic relationship with you. Utilising my experience of living in both eastern and western cultures along with knowledge of therapeutic theories, I tailor my approach to suit your individual needs.
With experience in online counselling, school counselling and MIND,I have worked with a variety of mental health issues as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem along with more complex long-term therapy.
I believe that therapy is about a healing process brought about by a relationship created with you over time, towards developing your self-awareness and self-acceptance.
How I work
A typical session would involve a conversation in which I will listen with curiosity and without judgement, giving you time and space to express thoughts and feelings that might feel uncomfortable. Raising awareness of how your thoughts and feelings can affect your body and awareness of breadth is also something I work with, providing you a more holistic way of understanding and exploring your 'self'.
Trained as a psychotherapist with a background in drama therapy, I use a variety of approaches tailored to suit your needs and personality offering short-term and open-ended sessions on Zoom/phone. I also offer walk-and-talk therapy for those who love being in nature.
First Steps
So when you are ready to take that leap of faith, you can call me on 07757 128917 or message me if that's easier. I offer a free initial chat in which I look forward to learning more about you and how we can work together towards your healing process.
"It's not about the Cure. It's about the Healing Process."
Training, qualifications & experience
- Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Level 5
- Foundation in Dramatherapy
- MA Applied Drama (Distinction) (Using drama-based interventions in therapeutic settings)
- Bromley Mindfulness Course
- Ongoing CPD
As a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I am committed to working in accordance with their ethical framework and guidelines towards your best interest. I have regular supervision and practice self care. I am also a member of the Black, African and Asian Therapy Network (BAATN) and passionate about exploring and working with diversity and difference.
Therapeutic Experience
Counsellor in MIND dealing with a range of issues as anxiety , depression, low mood, abuse, anger, racism, low self-esteem, hoarding, bereavement, identity and relationships.
'Counsellor buddy' on community Hoarding Project with MIND.
School counsellor with primary and secondary schools.
Mindfulness teacher in gym and have done workshops in various settings.
Workshop leader using drama- based interventions in prison/palliative care.
Principal of a school for underprivileged children in India.
Member organisations
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
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£55.00 - £90.00
Free initial telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Individual Sessions from £55.00
Concessions Offered for block bookings.
When I work
Currently I am available on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays and weekends.
