Emily Jeffrey

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MBACP, Anxiety, ADHD and Autism professional
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location_on Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4
Accepting new clients
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About me

Do you have a diagnosis or do you suspect you are autistic, ADHD, dyslexic, hypermobile or any other common neurodivergent condition? I specialise in working with late-diagnosed neurodivergent people or those suspecting they are, to support them with the common difficulties they often experience.

Do you get overwhelmed by aspects of life others seem to find easy? Do you suffer with anxiety or experiences cycles of depression?

Are you struggling with anger or grief because of the lack of support you received, perhaps being told you're just lazy or stupid? 

Do you feel like you have missed out or failed to reach your potential?

I have been there too as a late-diagnosed neurodivergent woman, and I can help you work through these and other difficult, common experiences and feelings. I am passionate about helping people thrive and I can help you get to a place where you can finally embrace your identity, find ways to manage your unique challenges and harness the strengths of your condition. 

I run a welcoming practice which is open to all and can see clients face to face, online or via phone or email. I welcome further questions, no question is too silly - so please do not hesitate to get in contact whether by email or phone if there is something you would like to ask. I look forward to hearing from you.

Training, qualifications & experience

  • CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Counselling
  • CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
  • CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
  • Certificate in Life Coaching
  • CPD: Understanding ADHD, ADD-Vance
  • CPD: Understanding Autism, ADD-Vance
  • CPD: Understanding PDA, ADD-Vance
  • CPD: Working with Shame, Carolyn Spring
  • CPD: Understanding the Nature of Addiction, Adrian Herceg
  • CPD: ADHD 2.0
  • CPD: Counselling Skills for Working

Member organisations

BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

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

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

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Fees

£50.00 - £140.00

Concessions offered for

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  • check_circle Keyworkers
  • check_circle OAPs
  • check_circle Students
  • check_circle Trainee counsellors
  • check_circle Unemployed
  • check_circle Refugees

Additional information

Please contact me for information about my reduced fee sessions and availability.

Further information

I have almost 20 years of experience working with government and the charity sector as a public policy professional, prior to retraining as a therapist. My previous experience includes working on policy areas which inform my interests and specialisms as a therapist now, including working for charities representing neurodivergent children and young people.

As well as neurodivergent conditions I have experience in working with identity issues affecting people as they navigate quarter-life, parenthood, midlife, menopause and andropause. I am a passionate advocate of somatic approaches and positive psychology (the science of happiness) to help people not just survive, but thrive. I offer both therapy and coaching.

Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

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

Key details

DBS check info

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Wheelchair user access info
Wheelchair user access

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You can contact the Counsellor to discuss the options available.

Under the Equality Act 2010 service providers have a duty to make reasonable adjustments to ensure that individuals with disabilities can access their service. You can read more about reasonable adjustments to help you to access services on the CAB website.

My building has ramp to access the front entrance. There is no assisted door however so if required, when you arrive I can open the door. The building has a lift to the first and second floor.

Online platforms

Zoom