Daniel Cole
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About me
Hi, I'm Dan. I'm a fully qualified person-centred therapist and accredited member of the National Counselling Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy.
I understand that reaching out for counselling isn't always easy. Perhaps you've spent years feeling misunderstood, putting on a brave face, or wondering why certain things seem more difficult for you than they do for others. You might know exactly what you'd like to work through, or you might not be quite sure where to start. Either way, that's okay.
What I can help with
Alongside my particular interests of experience working with Neurodiversity, childhood trauma and addiction, I support clients experiencing a range of difficulties, including anxiety, stress, low confidence, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm and difficulties understanding themselves.
You don't need to have a particular diagnosis or know exactly what's wrong to come to counselling. Sometimes you might just feel that something isn't quite right, and you'd like the opportunity to explore that with someone.
Through both my professional experience and my own personal journey, including recovery and understanding my own ADHD later in life, I've developed a real appreciation of how important it is to feel genuinely understood and accepted for who you are.
How I work
As a person-centred therapist, I believe the therapeutic relationship is at the heart of counselling. For me, it's not about telling you what to do, trying to fix you, or assuming I know what's best for you. It's about getting to know you as an individual and building a relationship where you feel comfortable exploring whatever is going on in your life.
I don't believe that one way of working suits everyone. We all have different experiences, needs, and ways of understanding the world. My approach is neuro-affirming and trauma-informed, which means recognising and respecting these differences and being mindful of how past experiences may influence how you feel today.
I aim to tailor our sessions to your individual needs, whether that means taking things slowly, giving you time to process your thoughts, or exploring experiences that you may have found difficult to talk about before.
I have experience working with young people and adults from different backgrounds, including working professionals and people navigating addiction and recovery. My experience includes working and volunteering within organisations such as YMCA and Change Grow Live (CGL).
I offer an LGBTQ+ affirming, welcoming and non-judgemental environment where you can be yourself without feeling that you need to explain or justify who you are.
Whatever brings you to counselling, my aim is to work alongside you, at your own pace, in a way that feels right for you.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a qualified person-centred counsellor and a registered, accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (MNCPS Acc.).
I hold a Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) in Therapeutic Counselling (Person Centred) Level 5 and am currently completing the final year of my BA (Hons) in Counselling and Psychotherapy.
My training is grounded in person-centred theory, with a strong emphasis on the therapeutic relationship, empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard.
Core Qualifications
- Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) in Therapeutic Counselling (Person Centred)
- Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
- BA (Hons) Counselling and Psychotherapy – currently studying (final year)
Additional Professional Training
- Counselling for Children and Young People (BACP-aligned training)
- Trauma-Informed Therapeutic Practices
- Online and Telephone Therapy Certification
- Neurodiversity and Trauma: Neuro-affirmative Perspectives, Strengths-Based Approaches and Trauma-Informed Practices for Working with Autistic, ADHD, AuDHD and Other Neurodivergent Clients
Professional Experience
My professional and voluntary experience includes working within YMCA and Change Grow Live (CGL), where I have gained valuable experience supporting people with a range of emotional and personal challenges.
My background includes working with young people, adults and people accessing addiction and recovery services. These experiences have shaped my particular interest in ADHD, trauma-informed practice and addiction and recovery.
I am committed to continuing my professional development through ongoing training, reflective practice and regular clinical supervision, ensuring that I work ethically and within my professional competence.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. 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
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
All counselling sessions are £60 for 50 minutes, whether online or face-to-face in Fakenham or Holt.
I offer a free initial telephone consultation, giving us the opportunity to have a chat about what you're looking for, ask any questions, and see whether working together feels right for you.
I also offer a limited number of concessionary spaces for those experiencing financial difficulties. Please feel free to enquire about availability.
When I work
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Sessions availability vary at the different locations that I work, let me know your preference and I will do my best to accommodate what works for you!
Further information
Finding the right counsellor can sometimes feel overwhelming, particularly if you've never had counselling before or you've had experiences where you haven't felt listened to or understood.
I believe that feeling comfortable with your counsellor is really important. That's why I welcome an initial conversation, giving you the opportunity to ask questions, tell me a little about what you're looking for, and get a sense of whether I'm the right person for you.
There's no pressure to commit to sessions following this conversation.
What to expect from our sessions
Counselling is your space, and we'll work together at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
You might want to explore something that's happening in your life right now, make sense of experiences from your past, or understand patterns in your thoughts, feelings, or relationships.
Some people find talking comes naturally, while others need more time to process their thoughts or put their feelings into words. As a neuro-affirming counsellor, I recognise these differences and welcome conversations about how I can make our sessions more accessible and comfortable for you.
You won't be expected to share anything before you're ready, and there's no set agenda that you have to follow.
Where and how I work
I offer:
- Face-to-face counselling: Fakenham Medical and Practice, Holt Consulting Rooms, Norfolk.
- Online counselling: Available to adults across the UK.
- Session length: 50 minutes.
- Session frequency: Usually weekly, with flexibility discussed according to individual circumstances.
- Duration: Short-term or longer-term counselling, depending on your needs.
Getting in touch
If something you've read here resonates with you, you're welcome to reach out.
You don't need to know exactly what you want from counselling or have all the answers before getting started.
We can begin by having a conversation about what's brought you here and what you're hoping to gain from counselling, and take things from there.
