Emma Thompson
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About me
Are you finding it difficult to cope at the moment? Has a life changing event or series of events that have either happened recently or some time ago left you feeling depressed, anxious, lonely, isolated or confused? You may have suffered a bereavement, work-related stress or relationship problems with a partner, family or friends or gone through a divorce. You may well not be able to link your anxiety or depression to any particular cause. Everyone goes through challenging and difficult times and it’s not always easy to talk to family and friends, but speaking to someone who really listens in a confidential and non-judgemental way can make a real difference.
What I want for my clients is to help them gain understanding and clarity in their thoughts, feelings and behaviours that may have resulted from their past and is impacting on their life now. My training as an Integrative counsellor allows me to work with different models meaning that I can meet the individual needs of each client. I believe the relationship I have with my clients, reflecting kindness, empathy and acceptance, is the essence of the way in which I work and allows me to lead them to a more contented life. My work encompasses counselling those suffering intense grief and loss as well as other traumas such as sexual abuse and domestic violence.
Counselling can feel like a big step so please feel free to call, text or email me whichever feels better for you. I offer a free initial assessment in which we can explore the areas of your life that are challenging and worrying for you at the moment. We can also discuss any questions or fears you may have about the counselling process. I provide short and long term counselling which can be regularly reviewed.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Integrative Counselling - BSc (Hons) - Middlesex University
EXPERIENCE
My work in Norfolk and Suffolk includes extensive experience with the Sue Lambert Trust, an organisation specialising in counselling clients who have suffered sexual abuse and violence, Cruse Bereavement Care, the UEA Student Counselling Service, Children’s Centre where parents are supported and Off the Record, a low cost counselling service.
Member organisations
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UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Fees
£50.00 per session
Free initial online session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
£50 for a fifty minute session
Concessions offered please ask at initial assessment
When I work
Monday - Thursday with some evening appointments
Further information
Free parking is available at my counselling room.
