Eleanor Williams

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MBACP, MA in Integrative Psychotherapy and Counselling

About me

Hello, I'm Eleanor. I’m offering a space where you can feel heard. I understand that it can feel like a big step coming to therapy, or hard to know where to start. We can move at your pace. Most of all, I want to build a trusting relationship, which feels safe to explore what’s brought you to therapy.

You may be feeling distressed, overwhelmed, low or anxious. You might have experienced a significant change in your life, want to explore a particular issue, or have a supportive space that's just for you.

Training, qualifications & experience

I am a qualified psychotherapist and counsellor, with an MA and Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling, registered with the BACP. I trained at The Minster Centre, one of Europe's leading integrative schools. I have practiced in the NHS and in a low-cost, charity service as well as privately. I am DBS checked and fully insured. 

How I work

I draw together a number of theories, these are relational therapy, attachment theory, psychodynamic therapy, and body talking therapy, and I work in a trauma-informed way. 

In a session, I try to pick up on what has emotional potency or where it's lacking. I'm curious about dynamics in relationships and might consider if these show up with us. I am interested in childhood experiences and how these appear now. I also include identity and experiences of identity in wider society, if this is something you'd like to explore.

What to expect

In general, sessions are open for you to talk about what you like. However, in an initial session, I would want to cover certain questions in order to be able to work together, and it’s also a space for you to meet me and ask any questions. All sessions are 50 minutes long and I work in-person.

Member organisations

BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

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Accredited register membership

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies offered

Fees

£60.00 per session

Additional information

All sessions, including an initial one are £60

When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Early morning
Morning
Early afternoon
Late afternoon
Evening

I am working Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Further information

Please feel free to message me with any questions. 

57-59 High Street, Westbury-On-Trym, Bristol, City of Bristol, BS9 3ED

The Arches Therapy Rooms, 1st Floor Clinic, 198 Cheltenham Road, Montpelier, Bristol, BS6 5QZ

Type of session

In person

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)

Key details

DBS check

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Eleanor Williams
Eleanor Williams