About me
Hi there, my name is Liz, and I welcome you to this space.
I understand how messy and painful life can be at times. That feeling of opening your eyes in the morning and the incoming waves of dread and apprehension as another day starts, another day of maybe having to show the world you're fine, when in truth, you feel anything but. Maybe you're entrenched in grief, or there is a loss of direction in your life, feelings are showing up every day that you struggle to make sense of, anxiety feels like it dominates daily life, relationships are becoming difficult, or you have a heaviness of hopelessness and 'stuckness'. Perhaps you're yearning to heal from a traumatic event, you long to silence the internal nagging voice that tells you you're not good enough or worth enough, you find yourself screaming into a void, or you're struggling to identify a reason to keep on going...a reason to stay. I also believe it's important to highlight that nothing is too big or too small when coming into counselling; whatever you're feeling is 100% valid.
I specialise in working with grief and bereavement, including non-death losses. Please see the 'visit website' button at the top of my page for more information on this.
My way of working essentially means that I can draw on different therapeutic modalities to tailor the best approach for you. After all, no two people are the same. No matter why you are seeking counselling, I will endeavour to work in a way that best fits you and respects you as the expert in the room and on your life, even if it may not feel that way to you - after all, it can take a great deal of courage to allow that belief in. My aim is to offer warmth, empathy and compassion in a space that will allow you to explore at your own pace whatever may be troubling you, causing distress or impacting negatively on your life. Maybe you've been walking a path on your own for a long time...I can be the person to walk with you. You don't have to be alone. Please know that my place is not to judge but to meet you exactly where you are, as you are, and to facilitate a space where you can breathe and just 'be' with no expectation.
Part of how I work is in the here and now, but there may be times when it's more appropriate to look at the past and explore earlier life experiences, which are impacting on the present.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I hope to hear from you and wish you well on your journey towards growth, fulfilment and healing.
Training, qualifications & experience
- CPCAB Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- CPCAB Certificate in Counselling Studies
- CPCAB Certificate in Counselling Skills
- Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling
When training, I volunteered with North Kent Mind and Headstrong. I previously worked for 15 years in autism as an outreach worker in various local authorities, so I have vast experience in supporting unique neurodiversity needs. I also worked as a Family Support Worker and Designated Safeguarding Lead, and currently support survivors of domestic abuse in a local charity.
I engage in regular ongoing training to enhance my work and ensure I keep up to date with developments in the counselling profession. Please feel free to visit my website to view some of the areas I have covered.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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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
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I believe everyone should be able to access therapy without financial issues being a barrier. To help, I offer concessionary rates for those on a low income. Please contact me for further information.
When I work
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My availability can change, so please do advise if you require different days/times, and I will aim to be flexible where I can.
Further information
You are warmly invited to reach out for a free 15-minute discovery call to help get a better feel for who I am and whether I could be a good fit for you. I understand how daunting and confusing it can feel when thinking about starting counselling, so this could also be a good opportunity to ask any questions you may have. There is never any obligation to proceed with sessions; the choice will be completely yours.
