
17b Northgate
Sleaford
Lincolnshire
NG34 7BH
07704 251237
***Please be aware that at the current time there is a 2 month waiting list for counselling sessions with me. I do have sooner availability for low cost counselling with trainee counsellors within my practice. Please enquire for further details***
I am a qualified, registered and insured counsellor offering couples and individual counselling. I work empathically and without judgments to create a safe therapeutic envoirnment. I work with a wide area of experiences/difficulties including, but not limited too, anxiety, depression, self harm, bereavement, self esteem, eating disorders, relationship problems and domestic violence.
It can be a nerve wracking experience taking that first step into the counselling room and I strive to promote a calm, non judgmental, safe and peaceful environment for us to confidentially explore areas you may be struggling with.
I offer the initial session at no charge which gives you the opportunity to come and met me, ask any questions you may have, find out more about the counselling process and gives us the opportunity to see if I am the right counsellor for you.
I am trained in five theroectical counselling approaches which gives me the opportunity and skills to tailor your counselling sessions to your individual needs. This promotes space for you getting what you need out of your sessions.
Getting Started....
Online Counselling
Alongside in person counselling sessions I am also trained as an online counsellor (Certified Cyber Therapist) using a number of online secure platforms. Online counselling may suit people who are unable or uncomfortable to attend face to face sessions, due to reasons such as location, disability, time restrictions or transport problems. Telephone counselling is also available to people who do not feel comfortable using a computer. If you have any questions or require further information please do not hesitate to contact me.
I completed my counselling training at the Metanoia Institiue in London and have worked with clients for a number of years. I am committed to CPD (continual professional development) that is relevant to my work and I am a registered member of the BACP, British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy, adhering to this organisations code of conduct and ethical framework. Alongside my work as a therapist in my private practice, I am the counselling manager/head counsellor for counselling student placements within Encompass Counselling.
Qualifications:
BSc (Hons) Reflective Therapeutic Practice (Middlesex University)
Diploma in Humanistic Counselling (Metanoia Institute)
Certificate in Relationship Counselling (Couple and family counselling)
Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Certified Cyber Therapist (Online Training Institute)
CPCAB Counselling Theory
CPCAB Counelling Skills
I have received specific further training/qualifications to give me the specialised skills to work with couples face to face and to work online with couples and individuals.
I offer a free initial session for all clients (or free initial emails) to find out what has brought you to therapy and for you to meet me and see how you feel about working with me.
Online counselling: | Yes |
Telephone counselling: | Yes |
Face to face counselling: | Yes |
Home visits: | No |
Sign language: | No |
Other languages: | None |
My practice is open day time hours Monday to Thursday with evening sessions possible on a Tuesday. On a Friday my practice closes at midday.
Adults |
Older adults |
Couples |
Skype details
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