About me
I am an Accredited Counsellor with the National Counselling Society. I offer individual counselling therapy using a person centred approach. I am also trained in Cognitive Therapy and Solution Focused therapy. I am located within the Banbridge area of County Down. I have gained my Advanced Diploma in Counselling. I offer a relaxed and confidential service and believe in letting you share your story and I listen alongside you gaining some exploration along the way. I work towards the BACP's Ethical Framework.I have over 6 years experience practising as a Counsellor.
I have worked with young people residing in residential units of care and i have worked with individuals who have been experiencing very difficult experiences within their life ranging from Suicidal thoughts, Panic, Anxiety, Depression and many more. I offer a relaxed and confidential service I believe in letting the individual tell me their story from their perspective and consider it a real privilege for anyone to share their journey.
I offer individual counselling sessions lasting 50 minutes and i offer students a reduced rate of £30 for any personal therapy. I can discuss payment options with anyone who may not be able to afford full price.
I would like to thank you for taking the time to read my Profile and I hope to hear from you in the near future.
Training, qualifications & experience
Level 5 Diploma in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy - Pass 2018.
Diploma in CBT (Centre of Excellence)
Advanced Diploma in Counselling.
Certificate in Counselling.
BA (Hons) Sociology and Social Policy.
Member organisations
Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.

National Counselling Society
The National Counselling 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

Accredited Register Scheme
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Please do not hesitate to get in touch. A problem shared is better than trying to deal with it alone.
Therapies offered
Fees
Assessment session £50 1hr 15 mins.
Individual counselling session £40 for 50 mins.
Emergency Appointment and on call rate is £40.
Cancellation fee without 24hr notice will be half of full counselling fee.
Availability
Telephone and we can discuss options. Currently I am available for Wednesday evening appointments within Dromore County Down.
Further information
Some of the training i have completed:
CINI training Children with Drug, Substance and Alcohol Abuse.
CINI - Keeping Safe.
CINI - Understanding and Working with Autism.
CINI - Children in Conflict with the Law.
Asist Training - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills.
NRC- Trauma Workshop.
BACP- Certificate of Proficiency.
PHA - Mental Health First Aid.
Contact - Child and Vulnerable Adult Protection Training.
Risk Assessment and Clinical Assessment.
Brief Solution Focused Therapy.
Working with marginalised groups.
Trauma resource and recovery.
Recording professional notes.