Garon Sheppard Ad Dip.PC. MNCS (Accred)

Hello and welcome my name is Garon Sheppard a Bicester based Counsellor near Banbury,Oxford,Aylesbury.

Taking this first step can be empowering and may feel a bit scary at the same time, but the best results are achieved by talking it out, with the assurance of knowing that you will not be judged, but met with empathy and understanding.
I work with individuals on an open-ended basis or for an agreed time period, with the aim of enabling you to enhance your life and to live it more fully.

My approach is to treat each person as an individual. Everyone is treated with respect and discretion
Exploring the way you think and feel can develop your emotional intelligence and give you the knowledge to bring about the resolution you seek.
I am an individual and a therapist that believes change is possible.

We often find that we hold the answers inside ourselves, but sometimes a little help is needed to gain clarity. Sometimes, just one appointment can put you back on track, so I offer both short-term and long-term therapy, depending on your needs.
As a therapist, I offer understanding, clarity and empathy.
I can offer you a confidential place to explore issues and feelings without any pressure or judgement.
In doing so it can help reduce confusion and encourage proactive change and to help you move forward.

Counselling provides an opportunity to explore your issues, what's going on for you, in a non-judgemental and empathic setting.
It offers time and space in a confidential environment in which you are empowered and enabled to talk about, think through, and manage your anguish. Discussing your feelings can help reduce stress and help you to feel more relaxed and able to think more clearly.
You are in control of your Counselling experience, choosing what you want to discuss and deciding what you want to achieve.

There are many reasons why people come to Counselling. Whether you need help dealing with specific issues and concerns in your life, you are suffering after the loss of a loved one or you just need someone to talk to about your experiences. Whatever the reason, you can speak to a professional Counsellor in a comfortable environment.
Experiences and problems that we face can create feelings of unhappiness such as stress, low mood and a loss of control or direction in our lives. It can also be difficult to truly share our thoughts and feelings with our friends and family.

My counselling approach is mainly from a Person-Centred perspective, however, Cognitive Behavioural and Psychodynamic Therapies are integrated as well as holistic therapies, including Reiki and Mindfulness as and when required.
In addition to face-to-face counselling, I can also offer a range of access opportunities for counselling Including over the telephone, online and outreach if required. Helping you reflect and develop ways to move forward, tailoring each session to meet your individual needs.
I will support you in finding solutions or finding a change in your life where required...
I will accept and respect you for who you are which will help you to feel more confident and improve your self-worth.

I am passionate about creating a safe and non-judgemental and confidential space in which you feel comfortable to explore the issues and concerns you are facing at present.
Everyone is the expert of their own life and it’s my job to help you to make the changes that are important to you. I can offer confidential supportive counselling for a range of issues including bereavement, depression, anxiety,
addiction, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse.
I offer short/fixed-term counselling as well as long term counselling. I can offer sessions on a weekly basis to clients.

“In any given moment we have two options: to step forward into growth or to step back into safety.”

Abraham Maslow

Counsellor based in Bicester,Banbury,Oxford,Aylesbury areas.
I can offer a limited amount of Outreach Counsellor and Reiki services in Banbury,Oxford,Aylesbury.

I am experienced in helping clients who have experienced difficulties with :

Stress

Panic Attacks

Anxiety

Bereavement

Depression

Addiction

Job Loss

Spirituality

Abuse

Bullying

Carer support

Emotional abuse

Family issues

Feeling sad

Loneliness

Low self-confidence

Low self-esteem

Physical abuse

Suicidal thoughts

Work-related stress

Bicester based Counsellor near Banbury,Oxford,Aylesbury.“Your vision will become clear only when you look into your heart. Who looks outside, dreams. Who looks inside, awakens. ”

Carl Jung

I am also a qualified Reiki Master Teacher trained by using the form of Usui Shiki Ryoho.
Reiki is simply a relaxing therapy, some people have Reiki because they are stressed, feeling anxious, or grieving, others need more balance or clarity in life.
Reiki is helpful for all – you don't need a reason to receive it.
I find that using both therapies work very well within the therapy process of releasing any stresses or worries.

Are you are looking for a Counsellor in Bicester,Banbury,Oxford,Aylesbury areas
or Reiki services in Bicester,Banbury,Oxford,Aylesbury areas.

I offer private Counselling and Reiki services in Bicester, near Banbury,Oxford,Aylesbury.

I am committed to providing Counselling and Reiki services in Bicester,near Banbury,Oxford,Aylesbury. in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment.

I am a Registered and Accredited Member of the NCS (National Counselling Society) and am bound by their Ethical Framework for good practice in Counselling and Psychotherapy and subject to their Professional Conduct Procedure.
I also meet NCS's requirements for supervision of my work with clients and undertake Continuing Professional Development.

I am also an Anxiety UK Approved Therapist providing therapeutic support to the charity’s members and partner beneficiaries. I am subject to Anxiety UK’s regular monitoring of my professional qualifications, supervision, continual professional development, insurance and professional body membership in addition to complying with the ethical framework and professional standards set down by my registered governing body.

Feel free look around my website Hopefully, you will find the information you need. If you have any questions or if you would like to arrange a meeting, please contact me using the email or telephone link at the top of this page.