Helen Scholes - Registered Member MBACP (Accred) Counsellor & Supervisor

Training, qualifications & experience

I am a Registered, Accredited Member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP). BACP accreditation shows that I have surpassed registration standards, it is awarded to mature, experienced practitioners who are committed to high standards and working ethically.

During my training I studied a range of therapeutic approaches to enable me understand and help people in distress and those seeking personal growth. Experience tells me that there is no such thing as a typical client - certain types of counselling suit some people more than others, so I draw from a range of approaches to provide the right help for you.

I have worked with people from many different backgrounds and a wide variety of issues, within my private practice, a counselling agency and GP surgery settings in Shrewsbury & Telford.

In the past I have had counselling myself which had a very positive effect on my life and influenced my decision to train as a counsellor. Statistics show that 1 in 4 of us is likely to experience a mental or emotional wellbeing issue at some point in our lives. I believe that there is usually a reason for distress, that feeling unhappy is part of being human, but that we all deserve and are capable of experiencing happiness.

My previous experiences working in management roles and as C.E.O. of a local counselling service (Confide) have given me insight into workplace issues. I have also worked as a reflexologist and even a circus skills teacher! Alongside these things, I am a trained to teach Mindful Self-Compassion and therapeutic dance.

I am bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and engage in regular continuing professional development.

I am also a qualified and experienced counsellor supervisor.

Other areas of counselling I deal with

I also offer counsellor supervision.

Further information

As a psychotherapeutic counsellor, I view people holistically and in the context of their current situation and earlier life experiences.

By providing a regular time to explore feelings and talk about your problems counselling can help you get new perspectives and a better understanding of your difficulties. I don’t usually give advice, but I will help you think about what choices are available to you. I may suggest areas to explore, but the sessions are your time and you can decide what is important to be talked about. The point of counselling is to help you make your own decisions. You will be encouraged to find positive solutions that you are comfortable with.

My room has disabled access. If you have any other specific needs please let me know.