Chris Horrex
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About me
I'm an experienced and fully qualified Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist and a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), currently working online and face-to-face in SE London.
How might we work together?
I’m an integrative therapist, meaning I draw from a variety of theoretical models of therapy because I believe that each person has their own unique needs. In particular I work with aspects of person-centred, existential, and psychodynamic therapy, working with you to explore any present issues and significant past experiences that are important to you. Through co-exploration we can identify life scripts and patterns that may unconsciously inform the way you think, feel, behave and relate to others. I hope to provide you with an open non-judgemental space to acknowledge your individual needs and feelings, which for many of us we have unconsciously learned to diminish or dismiss often from an early age. I aim to support you in growing this awareness, working towards self-acceptance and integration of all aspects of the self, to help you move towards a place where you feel more whole, self-confident and empowered in your life choices.
My background and experience
I began my career in advertising, where I personally felt disconnected and dissatisfied with my work and relationships, and have since then began a slow and steady shift towards more relational work in the caring professions. I spent some time working on youth development programs in central India, before returning to London and working in a centre for those with special learning needs, where I currently continue to work part-time in a neurodiversity affirming space as a tutor and mentor. It is in this time that I completed my three years training in integrative therapy, which has included two years experience counselling individuals with the NHS. I have gained experience working with a range of issues in this time, including but not limited to anxiety disorders, panic attacks, depression, suicidal ideation, prejudice and discrimination, abusive relationships, life changes, self-esteem, sexuality, grief and loss.
Where to begin?
Seeking help isn’t always easy, and knowing where to begin can feel overwhelming. To simplify this, I offer a free twenty-minute intro chat by phone or Zoom, no obligation, just an opportunity to talk, get a better sense of one another, and discuss what the next steps could look like. So, drop me a message if you’d like to set something up and I’ll be happy to hear from you!
Cheers,
Chris
Training, qualifications & experience
Experience:
I trained as an integrative therapist obtaining a Masters in Therapeutic Counselling, meaning I learned to integrate different theories and methods into our work in a way that best fits your needs.
During this time I worked for 2 years with the NHS Talking Therapies as an integrative therapist, working with individuals with wide-ranging issues, in time-limited six to twelve week contracts.
Alongside my private therapy practice, I work with a specialist education centre offering one-to-one comprehension and literacy support, inclusive of neurodiversity, in helping meet individuals learning needs and help them reach their educational goals and beyond.
Qualifications:
MSc Integrative Therapeutic Counselling - University of Greenwich (BACP Acred.)
Counselling: Core Skills & Theories - Goldsmiths University
I am a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and abide by the BACP Code of Ethics
I am fully insured with public liability and professional indemnity cover.
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
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Fees
£60.00 per session
Free initial telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
There is no charge for the initial consultation. The fee for each subsequent session will be £60 per 50-minute session face-to-face, or £50 online.
Depending on your needs, I can work with you on a long-term, open-ended basis, beginning with an initial 6 sessions, as well as offering time-limited, short term sessions. This can be discussed in our initial meeting.
