Dawn McLaughlin
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About me
I am an integrative counsellor, who works with children, adolescents and adults. I aim to provide a welcoming, supportive and safe space for my clients, so they can feel comfortable sharing difficult emotions and exploring complex issues.
My approach is attachment-based and trauma-informed, and I am interested especially in how our mental health can affect our physical well-being.
As well as traditional talking therapy, I also offer the use of creative arts (drawing, painting, poetry, clay) to help my clients express and process complex feelings.
Throughout the therapeutic process, I focus on gaining a trusting relationship, raising self-esteem, building inner strength and resources, and helping my clients navigate their way through their issues.
I offer a respectful, non-judgemental space, with the hope that people can come to better accept themselves and lead happier, more well-balanced lives.
Training, qualifications & experience
I have a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and am an accredited member of the NCPS.
I have worked with a diverse range of clients on a wide range of issues, both online and in person. I keep my work up to date with CPD trainings throughout the year.
I have experience working with; anxiety, depression, self-harm and suicidal ideation, neurodivergence, eating disorders, anger, domestic violence, low self-esteem and more.
Member organisations
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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
£70.00 per session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Accepting payment from Aviva and Vitality health insurance
Further information
I am passionate about normalising the ongoing conversation about mental health in society, lowering the stigma around therapy and empowering people to reach out unashamedly for the support they need.
