Holly Dickinson

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location_on Stowmarket IP14 & Felixstowe IP11
Available for new clients
Available for new clients

This professional is available for new clients.

About me

Hi. I'm Holly and I'm a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor. I work with adults, children and adolescents.

Thanks for taking the time to consider my profile. I understand how daunting it can be to take that first step into the counselling room and that finding a counsellor that feels right for you can be hard. I will offer you a safe, non-judgmental space to explore whatever it is that brings you to counselling. I value everyone as a unique individual. Therefore I work with different psychotherapeutic methods and adapt my practice to meet your individual needs. 

The relationship between the client and counsellor is key to the therapeutic process and counselling isn't all about talking. Sometimes things can be difficult to put into words and using creative methods can help us to explore our feelings in a safer, more contained way. This is something we can explore together if you feel comfortable. 

I currently offer face-to-face sessions in Stowmarket. I also offer telephone and online sessions. 

If you would like to book a free 20 minute introductory phonecall to discuss what you are looking for from counselling, and to get a feel for whether I may be the right counsellor for you, please feel free to get in touch. 

Training, qualifications & experience

  • Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling (Chrysalis 2017)
  • Advanced Certificate in Working Ethically with Young People (Life Force 2022)
  • Developmental Trauma for Professionals (Beacon House 2023)

My background is varied and I worked with children, adolescents and adults in various settings including schools, residential care and youth work for many years, before deciding to train as a counsellor. I have worked for a youth based charity for 6 years.

I feel that my own life experience and the skills gained from these work experiences shaped me and gave me the drive and passion to want to support people with their own therapeutic journeys. 

Member organisations

school Registered / Accredited

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NCPS
National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)

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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

National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society
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National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society

Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies offered

Fees

£45.00 - £50.00

Concessions offered for

  • check_circle Low income
  • check_circle Keyworkers
  • check_circle OAPs
  • check_circle Students
  • check_circle Trainee counsellors
  • check_circle Unemployed
  • check_circle Refugees

Additional information

£45.00 per 50 minute session for adults

£50.00 per 45 minute session for children and adolescents

When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Night

I currently have availability in both Stowmarket and Felixstowe.

Stowmarket - Mondays and Thursdays

Felixstowe - Fridays 

Further information

I undertake regular continuing professional development and supervision as part of my ongoing practice. 

I also have professional insurance and a fully enhanced DBS certificate. 

Communities Together East Anglia, Red Gables, Ipswich Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1BE

Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Children (0-12)
Young people (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)

Key details

DBS check info

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