Debbie Lavinchi

Training, qualifications & experience

I have worked with individuals struggling with stress, bereavement, depression, mood and eating disorders, self harm(ing), histories of abusive relationships, sexual assaults and harassments.

As well as individuals who are struggling with addictions, homelessness, low incomes; Isolation from being single, a single parent, a widow, adapting to retirement or sexual orientation. I have seen individuals who struggle within the farming environment, family heritage or with their religious belief.

The safety within the therapeutic relationship, creates a safe space for learning new  strategies and being aware with others but staying true to ourselves.

All these experiences have highlighted to me, the need for more therapeutic support, for vulnerable individuals rather than a solution (fix it) base. I found offering a practical approach to difficult behaviours, soon gave way to a path of healing and acceptance.

There may be times when you feel overwhelmed or even slightly challenged, but honestly - it is only when you can identify a past or present trauma, you can come to terms with its affects and start the process of moving forward with your life.

I volunteer for two charities, one is focused on feelings and suicidal thoughts and the other is religion based, offering support to individuals who are homeless, have present or past addictions, or have a wide range of mental health issues.

• Level 4 - Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
• Level 3 - Certificate in Counselling Studies.
• Level 2 - Certificate in Counselling Skills.
• Level 1 - Intro into Counselling.

Further information

I am a individual member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and I work within the BACP's Ethical Framework for Good Practice in Counselling and Psychotherapy. In accordance with BACP guidelines, I will honour the trust placed in me by the client, will respect the client's right to be self-governing, will commit to promoting the client's well-being, avoiding harm to the client and will strive to treat all clients fairly and impartially without discrimination or judgement.