Ellie Meakin
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About me
My name is Ellie and I’m a qualified Psychotherapeutic Counsellor working in Nottingham. I'm an open, non-judgemental, understanding and friendly person who likes to bring an empathic and trusting approach to sessions, ensuring people feel safe and comfortable to express themselves and learn more about themselves. I'm approachable and down to earth and I hope this will help you feel at ease. I have a lot of experience working with young people and young adults and also doing a lot of work around families and relationships. I also hold an updated Enhanced DBS Certificate.
How do I work?
I work online, face to face and via telephone. Face to face sessions are held from West Bridgford.
I work from a pluralistic approach which means I am trained in multiple different kinds of therapy including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Person-Centred, psychodynamic, humanistic, play therapy and Gestalt to name a few. I get to know each client and their needs and speak with them regarding the approach they would like to take, ie do we work more short-term in handling the current issue at hand or work more long-term to understand the cause and unravel things more. We then work together pick and choose bits from each school of counselling to help that person achieve their goal.
What can I help with?
There are a number of topics I can assist with including low mood and depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), bereavement and grief, anger and frustration, relationship issues, phobias, self-defeating behaviours, motivation, panic attacks or simply helping someone work their way through a difficult decision, situation or stage in their life. I have particular experience working with topics around families, relationships and childhood experiences and how these can impact us in our adult lives.
What training have I had?
I have my levels 2, 3, 4 and 5 (diploma) in psychotherapeutic counselling and have extensive experience also working with children and young people in a number of different settings. I also have a lot of experience working with young people who have extra needs and disabilities, also with people who have autism and ADHD.
I am a keen learner and so I'm always building on my knowledge, skills and understandings via books, courses, podcasts, journals etc.
How do I help a client to settle into counselling?
I understand how difficult counselling and talking can be sometimes, even trying to find the right counsellor for you can be difficult. It can feel daunting coming to counselling, particularly if you haven't been before as you may not be sure of what to expect, so I make sure we discuss what counselling is, what you want to gain from it and ensure you are happy with everything before moving forwards. I will answer any questions or worries you may have so that you feel more at ease about the process.
I feel that having a good relationship with my clients in the counselling room is key, and so to see if we are a good fit, I like to have a quick chat with prospective clients on the phone first to ensure you are also happy to proceed. This would normally be for around 10-15 mins to get to know each other a bit, chat about what has made you reach out for counselling, discuss how we could work together and answer any questions. This call is free. After this, sessions would be 50 minutes long and are currently held on Monday and Tuesday evenings.
Training, qualifications & experience
Level 2 Counselling Skills - CPCAB Counselling Training the Midlands
Level 3 Counselling Studies - CPCAB Counselling Training the Midlands
Levels 4 & 5 Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling - Chrysalis
Member organisations
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Extensive experience working with young people with extra needs, disabilities or with autism or ADHD.
Particular focus on working with family issues, relationship issues and how childhood trauma affects us as adults.
I am a member of the National Counselling Society, Counselling Children & Young People official register.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£50.00 per session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
£50 per session (50 minutes) online, face to face or via telephone.
Face to face sessions can be held from West Bridgford/Lady Bay in Nottingham.
Free initial 15 minute phone call to discuss your needs and requirements.
When I work
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I put aside Monday and Tuesday evenings for sessions. Face to face sessions are on Mondays and telephone/online normally Tuesdays.
Further information
Face to face sessions are held from my dedicated therapy room in Cotgrave, Nottingham. I also do sessions online or via telephone, depending what the client prefers.
The premises are confidential, warm and welcoming and enable the client to relax and feel at ease for their session.
