Donnah Hewlett
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This professional is available for new clients.
About me
Whether this is your first time looking for a counsellor, or you have received therapy in the past, reaching out for support can seem daunting, but I can provide a safe, confidential environment for you to make sense of your issues and challenges.
I offer face-to-face sessions on a weekly basis in comfortable therapy rooms in Cheam Village and also online via Teams, Zoom or on the phone.
Empathy and acceptance without judgement, are central to my counselling approach.
I provide a safe, calm and confidential space for you to explore your difficulties at your pace. Ultimately, to help make sense of your situation, with a view to fostering autonomy for positive change.
I am trained Integratively, which means I combine several approaches to suit each client individually. Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT and Transactional Analysis are central to much of my work, with an emphasis on building a trusting therapeutic relationship with my clients.
In addition to my existing training, I am currently studying level 5 diploma in compulsive sexual behaviours. I work differently here, with a proactive approach to tackling the neurological impact of this addiction.
I work with individuals with the addiction or their partner.
Sessions can be arranged over a fixed number of weeks, or they can be ongoing and open-ended.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications
2018
- CPCAB LEVEL 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- CPCAB LEVEL 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
- CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
2024
Currently undergoing further study in:-
- ISAT Level 5 Diploma in working with Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder and Sex Addiction (CPCAB Accredited)
CPD
TA101 - Introduction to Transactional Analysis
Trauma & Covid-19
DBT - Dialectical Behavioural Therapy Toolkit Training
Experience
I am an experienced therapist working in Private Practice since 2020.
Currently, I am undertaking additional training in working with compulsive sexual behaviour disorder (sex and porn addiction) accredited CPCAB Level 5 Diploma, working in a BioPsychoSocial approach which addresses the neurological, psychological and societal impacts of this addiction.
I have experience working with adults of all ages and young people aged 11-18 years, within a variety of different organisations including:- the NHS, Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, MumsAid, Sutton Women's Centre, Catch 22 - Young People's Health Agency, IAPT & The Awareness Centre & Frontline-19.
I work with a range of difficulties including:- depression, perinatal mental health, infertility issues, loss, bereavement, anger, abuse, identity, disordered eating, abortion, OCD, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, relationship problems and co-dependency and addictions.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society
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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.
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
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This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
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
Maternal Mental Health
Miscarriage
Bereavement
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 - £70.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I do not offer free initial consultations, but can arrange a 10 minute chat to explore what your needs are and explain what to expect from your appointments.
When I work
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Monday evenings for face-to-face appointments
Online appointments Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays
Further information
To make an appointment, in the first instance, please drop me an email here
