About me
Hiya I'm Gary, How are things with you today?
I qualified as a psychotherapist and have many years of clinical experience working with a varied cross-section of clients, providing online (video) or face to face (F2F) therapeutic support to over 18 year olds.
I have gained extensive knowledge, qualifications and experience in distinct key areas which includes Trauma, Stress, Anxiety, Confidence and Self Esteem.
As a counsellor I believe that people possess the power to change their own perception of themselves which can influence their experience of life. There is no argument that everyone has the right to think or feel in any way that they wish but all too often we humans naturally become so self critical and judgemental and here lies the problem.
A negative self view can affect how we think, feel, interact, work, appreciate and even love for ourselves as well as how we are in the world it can warp our perception of ourselves generating endless questions constantly running through our minds like;- how much value do we offer, how much love do we deserve, how much praise isn't too arrogant.
These are constantly feeding us non-helpful questions about our achievements, skills, personal and professional relationships, abilities, etc. A controversial viewpoint is that I am not the 'expert' of you, my ‘job’ is only to assist my clients to investigate their negative self view, offering support and encouragement to change whatever it is that they feel requires changing.
I specifically feel it is important to know where did the negative viewpoint come from? How did it develop? is it actually a valid or accurate viewpoint? Many long held negative and debilitating beliefs become more judgemental, condemning, disapproving, of ourselves even though they may have originated to provide us with help.
I have no magic wand, I don’t have the perfect formula for a better life but my experience has shown that by offering a supportive and non-judgemental safe space that allows people to feel confident to open up, to discuss and investigate their thoughts.
By offering challenges and questions regarding my clients situations including their negative self view, encourages a more autonomous self supported outlook and understanding, this is a tough life anyway, do we really need to make it tougher for us.
Here is a link to an online form which goes into much more detail :- https://form.jotform.com/202444638263051
If you think you have some long held beliefs that no longer serve you well and could benefit from being challenged and let's see what we can do for your future self.
Feel free to reach out if you would like to you can contact me using the email address or phone number listed here (emailing usually equals a quicker response), alternatively this link allows for booking a half hour initial consultation :- https://GaryEmpoweredMinds.as.me/?appointmentType=64967397.
PS I have a small dog, a Yorkshire terrier cross that likes to think of himself as a bit of a therapy dog, unfortunately all he tends to do is fall asleep and dream of chasing squirrels. Please be aware if you have any concerns regarding dogs.
Training, qualifications & experience
Advanced Certificate in Clinical Supervision including online and telephone working, Level 6 qualification
Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling
Certificate in Single-Session Therapy
Mike Mandel's level 1 MINDSCAPING
Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling AD Dip PC
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
AIM Awards Counselling Skills and Theory Level 4 Diploma
AIM Award Level 3 Certificate in Hypnotherapy and Counselling Skills (QCF)
Chrysalis Diploma in Counselling Skills and Theory Dip CST
Chrysalis Certificate in Hypnotherapy and Counselling Skills Cert Hyp CS
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
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
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Therapies offered
Fees
Concessions offered for
Additional information
An excellent service at competitive prices.
I offer variable rates dependant upon when your sessions are held.
Rates will be discussed and explained during our initial consultation.
Empowered-minds offers clients the choice of having :-
Ongoing weekly therapy.
Bulk purchase of a 10 session treatment plan.
Single Session Therapy.
When I work
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I offer a flexible schedule. Enquires via email or dedicated and confidential answerphone, are responded to within 4 traditional working hours.
Further information
*My phone number have dedicated confidential answer machine.
