About me
Hi, I’m Dave Chesterton. I know there are lots of Counsellors out there, so thank you for taking time to consider me and what I can offer you.
As an integrative Counsellor with a person-centred approach, you are always the key to our counselling sessions. Being integrative allows me to tailor the sessions to your needs, and allows you to safely explore whatever is troubling you at a pace that is comfortable for you.
Some of the therapies I can offer are Psychodynamic which can help you to understand and join the dots between your past and your present. CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) to help understand your thoughts feelings and behaviours and how they influence each other. TA (Transactional Analysis) how we interact or react to others and why. All of these are talking therapies and together, we will find what best suits your needs. YOU are the expert of you and your life, I am here to help you understand where you are at, and how you can navigate your way towards achieving your goals, whatever they may be.
So, whether you are feeling overwhelmed, a little low, lost, struggling with life, depression or anxiety I am here for you and here to listen and support you in a warm and approachable way. We will work together to give you back the power over your life. Our Counselling sessions are confidential. I have experience of working with adults, children and young people between 10-25 years of age.
People come to me for help with a wide range of issues. Some of the more common difficulties that can be supported through counselling are feelings of stress or anxiety, panic attacks, relationship problems, grief, loss or bereavement, problems with addiction, trauma and post-traumatic stress, depression, problems with confidence or self-esteem, anger management, issues relating to sexuality, difficulties at work or in retirement and problems with family or school life.
Training, qualifications & experience
- CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling - currently studying
- CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Integrative Counselling
- CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
- CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
- WPF Certificate in Psychodynamic Counselling Skills
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
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Fees
£50.00 per session
Additional information
I offer a limited amount of concessionary appointments.
When I work
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I offer therapy sessions either online by telephone and in person. Please do let me know your preference on our initial free 15 minute call.
