About me
Hi, I am Fayola, a friendly, warm and empathetic counsellor, based in north Bristol offering in-person, online and telephone sessions.
Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed in life? Whatever your reason for seeking therapy: Anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship's, feeling lonely, sad, upset or unsure of what's troubling you?
I can help you gain new insight and find healing tools that work best for you, offering a deeper understanding of yourself, and your experiences. I have a passion for supporting people and our relationship will give you the opportunity to express yourself, be heard, build confidence, esteem and make your own decisions.
What I offer:
I offer a warm, safe, inclusive and non-judgmental space, to discuss and explore what's on your mind. Our work will help you gain new awareness, and together find new coping mechanisms, which assist's in creating healthy change offering empowerment, self-compassion and a more rewarding, happier and balanced life.
How to contact me:
I know choosing a therapist can be daunting and anxiety provoking for some, for this reason, I like to offer a free 20 minute introductory call. To make an appointment phone or email me for availability, I look forward to hearing from you.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications:
Professional diploma in psychotherapeutic counselling (Prof Dip Psy C)
Certificate in dealing with distress: Working with suicide and self-harm
Certificate in A black empathetic approach to therapeutic practice
Experience:
I have many years of experience working with anxiety, depression, feelings of overwhelm, sadness, being stuck, relationship breakdown, family issues, anger, suicidal ideation, self-harm, dyslexia, low mood, trauma, low self-esteem, guilt, shame, fear, perfectionism, purpose and the meaning of life.
My approach:
My approach is inclusive, I offer Person Centred at the core, Psychodynamic and Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), I believe that one approach does not fit all, as we are unique individuals, with our own stories and experiences, I interweave these approaches to suit your personal needs and therapy goals.
Black empathetic approach:
I offer a black empathetic approach to therapeutic practice, this approach is inclusive and can be tailored and used to suit your individual needs, I have experience of working within the Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, and am a member of this community, I pioneered a peer support group for women of colour in 2020, in response to the community’s needs, to hold space for healing and support with the feelings, experiences and flashbacks of racial trauma.
Trauma informed approach:
I have years of experience working with people who have experienced sexual violence, abuse or assault at some point in their lives, and worked in a rape crisis centre supporting victim/ survivors offering a trauma informed approach.
Membership of Professional Bodies:
National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) MNCPS (Acc.)
Black, African & Asian Therapy Network (BAATN)
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
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
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I am trained in a black empathetic and cultural humility approach to therapeutic practice, holding disability justice, queer affirming and intercultural safe spaces.
Feel free to contact me for a free 20 minute introductory call by phone, email or click the book intro call tab to be directed to the calendar for availability.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£70.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Each session is 50 minutes, and offered on a weekly basis.
Concessions considered based on individual need, please contact me to discuss further.
When I work
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I offer in-person sessions, from north Bristol including online and telephone appointments.
Monday - In-Person
Tuesday - Online & Phone
Wednesday - Online & Phone
Thursday - Online & Phone
