Hannah Chapman
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About me
Have you been feeling anxious, overwhelmed or emotionally exhausted? Perhaps you spend so much time looking after others that you rarely have the opportunity to focus on yourself. You might be struggling with confidence, work-related pressures or changes in your life.
Whatever has brought you to consider counselling, you don't have to work everything out on your own.
I'm Hannah, a BACP registered Psychotherapeutic Counsellor based in South Croydon. I offer a warm, confidential and supportive space where you can talk openly, feel heard and explore whatever may be troubling you, without fear of judgement.
Alongside my counselling experience, I bring over 20 years of professional experience across nursing, healthcare and education. My background includes supporting people through challenging circumstances and working with children and young people with additional needs, including autism and ADHD.
These experiences have given me a strong appreciation of individual differences and the importance of feeling understood, accepted and valued.
How I work - I offer person-centred and integrative counselling, recognising that everyone has their own experiences, needs and ways of understanding the world.
I believe that building a trusting relationship is central to counselling. My aim is to provide a safe and accepting environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace.
Alongside talking, I can draw on my training in Creative Therapeutic Expressive Arts to explore creative ways of expressing feelings that may sometimes be difficult to put into words.
You don't need to know exactly where to begin. We can work together to explore what feels important to you.
Who I work with - I offer individual counselling for adults experiencing difficulties such as:
Anxiety and persistent worry
Stress and emotional overwhelm
Low self-esteem and confidence
Work-related stress and burnout
Life changes and transitions
Difficulties relating to neurodiversity
Feeling overwhelmed by everyday demands
Challenges with understanding and managing emotions
You don't need to have a diagnosis or a specific reason for seeking counselling. Sometimes having someone to talk to can help you make sense of how you are feeling.
Taking the first step - Choosing a counsellor can feel daunting, particularly if you have never had counselling before.
I offer a free 15-minute introductory telephone conversation, giving you an opportunity to ask questions, find out more about how I work and consider whether counselling with me feels right for you.
I offer face-to-face counselling in South Croydon, as well as online and telephone sessions.
If you feel ready to take that first step, I would welcome you getting in touch.
Training, qualifications & experience
I hold a Level 5 Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling and am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP). I also hold a Level 3 Certificate in Counselling and Creative Therapeutic Expressive Arts, which has provided me with additional knowledge of how creative approaches can support emotional exploration and expression.
Since qualifying, I have gained over 450 hours of direct counselling experience with clients. I also volunteered with Care to Listen for three years, which provided valuable experience in developing my listening skills, empathy and understanding of the importance of offering people a supportive space.
My counselling approach is person-centred and integrative, recognising that every individual is unique and that counselling should be guided by each person's individual needs and experiences.
I receive regular clinical supervision and am committed to ongoing professional development. I have undertaken additional learning in areas including trauma, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and bereavement, which continues to broaden my knowledge and understanding of the challenges people may experience.
Before becoming a counsellor, I worked as a nurse within the NHS. This gave me valuable experience of supporting people through difficult periods in their lives and an understanding of the emotional impact that illness and life circumstances can have on individuals and their families.
I have also worked in education, supporting children with additional needs, including autism and ADHD. During this time, I completed training relating to neurodiversity and behaviour management. This experience strengthened my appreciation of individual differences and the importance of approaching everyone with patience, empathy and understanding.
My professional background in counselling, nursing and education has shaped the compassionate and thoughtful approach I bring to my work. I believe everyone deserves a space where they feel listened to, respected and accepted, without fear of judgement.
Member organisations
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).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£50.00 - £60.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
My 50-minute sessions are £50 online or by telephone, and £60 in person in South Croydon.
Concessionary rates are available for key workers, students, people on a lower income and older adults.
I also offer a free 15-minute introductory chat, giving us an opportunity to meet, discuss what brings you to counselling and see whether working together feels right for you.
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