About me
Are you struggling with anxiety and feelings of low self worth, is this impacting on your relationships with friends and family. Counselling can help to explore these feelings and build better relationships.
Hi, my name is Debbie and I am a qualified counsellor and Psychotherapist working with clients face to face in a private practice in Kingswood, Bristol (BS15 4AR).
I also offer sessions on Zoom and telephone.
I work with individuals in a Pluralistic Approach which incorporates different modalities such as Cognitive Behaviour therapy, the psychodynamic approach, humanistic approach, each approach is tailored to meet the individual needs of the client.
At the heart of the therapy is the Person-Centred approach which values the client as being central to the therapy.
How can counselling help you ?
Making the decision to come to counselling can be a difficult choice and it can feel overwhelming, I will be part of your counselling journey as we work a long side each other as you explore your thoughts, feelings, behaviour which will build on your own abilities and understanding about yourself and how you can change these.
I am passionate about supporting people through their difficulties so that they can move forward in their lives. I believe that by offering clients a safe space to talk, which is non-judgemental, empathic will give clients the potential for their individual growth.
I am an accredited member of the National Counselling Society and work within their ethical principles, values and good practice. I also work for a low cost counselling organisation supporting clients with a range of mental health issues.
I have worked with a variety of clients who have brought a range of issues to counselling including clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems including struggling being a parent, trauma, abuse, self-esteem and confidence.
Special Interests
I have experience in working with clients that have experienced domestic abuse and how this can impact on them and the range of emotions and uncertainties they face. Whilst adapting to the change, loss and sometimes shame.
I have experience with working with parents or new Mum's or Dad's that are struggling with being parents ' Its ok to talk about the range of emotions that you can face being a parent without feeling a sense of guilt'.
I have an interest and experience in childhood trauma and how this can impact on people as adults and the choices we can make, the behaviour we show and the emotions we can feel.
What to expect in the first session ?
The room is calming and nurturing for you to feel at ease as I want you to feel relaxed as we get to know each other at your own pace. I have a calm approach and I will give you the time and space you need
I am here for you, as there are times in our lives when our problems and difficulties feel too much, I know how difficult it can be to take the first step to come to counselling I am here to be part of your journey and support you.
Training, qualifications & experience
Certificate in Hypnotherapy and Counselling ( Cert Hyp Cs).
Diploma in counselling skills and theory (Dip Cs)
Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Practice (Prof.Dip. Psy. C)
Diploma in Children and young people counselling
Relationship counselling.
Reducing Parental conflict
Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children.
Working with complex families and children.
Working with Domestic Abuse.
Various mental health training.
Member organisations
school 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.
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
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
Domestic Abuse.
Challenges of being a parent.
Therapies offered
Fees
£45.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
Additional information
Individual sessions are £45 per hour.
Couples counselling £65
I offer a 10 minute free initial telephone session.
When I work
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Further information
I have over 15 years experience working with families and children as a family support worker.
I can offer sessions to young people.
