Gemma Trathan
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This professional is available for new clients.
About me
"If Nothing Changes, Nothing Changes."
Hi, my name is Gemma. I understand that experiencing a mental health issue can be confusing, upsetting, and overwhelming. As a counsellor, I offer a variety of strategies to help you overcome these challenges and regain control over your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.
I use a Person-Centered and solution-focused approach to counselling. My style is professional, yet warm and friendly. Counselling can provide support if you feel stuck and want to move forward. The journey of self-discovery takes time and consistency, but it can help you gain a better understanding of yourself and see things more clearly.
I have a passion for helping others. In therapy, building trust is crucial. I will create a safe and healthy environment that will help you feel relaxed and comfortable enough to open up and be honest. I use an empathetic and non-judgmental approach, which will help you feel understood, and you can bring anything to the session without the fear of being judged. You may have lost hope for improving your life, but together, we can work towards restoring that hope.
Mental health is something that is very important to me. It is just as important as physical health. Mental health affects our emotions, thoughts, and behavior, so it is necessary to take care of it in all aspects of our lives. Without good mental health, we cannot achieve our full potential.
Mental health is not a destination, but rather a journey. It is not about how long it takes to reach the end, but rather how you take control of it to get there.
I have ten years of experience working in healthcare settings such as hospitals, prisons, and the community. My experience has taught me to be versatile and adaptable, with a focus on ensuring that counselling and healthcare clients are at the center of my work.
Here's some feedback from previous clients:
Gemma just had to share with you that I am really enjoying my therapy with you. I have really enjoyed getting things off my chest (Adult)
Just wanted to give you a quick update on ***** he's done his first 3 days at ******** and is absolutely loving it seems to be doing great. He wouldn't be where he is now if it wasn't for your support, thank you. (Parent of a young person)
I can sleep again! Thank you so much for your support I now have a better sleep routine and I am worrying about things less. (Adult)
Great tips Gemma, *** can not wait to have some self-care tonight and have a pamper (Parent of a young child)
Training, qualifications & experience
I have experience working with a wide range of people in various environments and settings, this has allowed me to gain insight and knowledge while working in schools, prisons, NHS and eating disorder support. I have worked with diverse clients presenting with various mental health issues in these services.
Training:
- MSc Psychology (current training)
- BA (Hons) Counselling Solutions (Top up) First Class
- Level 2 Certificate In counselling Skills
- Level 3 Diploma In counselling Skills
- Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- Diploma In Child Counselling
- Diploma In Couple's Counselling
- Diploma In Life Coaching and Mindfulness.
- Level 3 Diploma In Health And Social Care
- Online and Telephone Counselling
- Level 3 Anger Management Counselling
Registered Member MBACP (Accred)
I have regular supervision and update my knowledge and practice through further training and Continuing Professional Development. I am a member of BACP and I work within BACP Framework for Good Practice.
Member organisations
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.
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
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).
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£45.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
My fees reflect my knowledge and experience:
Free 10 minute telephone consultations
Online - £45 up to 50 Minutes
A reduced fee is available to students and people who are experiencing financial hardship I am happy to discuss this with you.
I provide a Free Consultation by telephone before arranging the first session so you can get an idea of what therapy with me might involve.
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I understand making the first step can be daunting. Please contact me for availability and any questions or worries.
I welcome clients from all over the UK.
