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This professional is available for new clients.
About me
Hello and a warm welcome to my profile.
My name is Hugh James Clarke, I am a qualified Psychotherapist and Psychotherapeutic Counsellor that holds a professional qualification, MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy.
I work in an integrative and relational way which means I draw from a range of theoretical approaches. My therapeutic model is based on a humanistic integrative approach in which I integrate, Existential, Gestalt, phenomenological, neuroscience and developmental theories.
Currently, I am working at Birmingham Counselling Services, Citizens Coaching on the initiative for Improving Access to Psychological Therapy (IAPT) service, which is now called, Talking Therapy NHS, delivering Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Psychotherapy. I work with a range of clients suffering from depression and anxiety disorders. Working within this service allowed me to undertake extensive training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (High Intensity). I integrate Cognitive Behavioural Therapy into therapeutic modality into my practice to help clients change their thoughts and behaviours and improve the way they feel.
I have over 25 years of extensive experience working with people in various roles. I worked as a Careers Adviser for the Connexions Service, this job involved giving advice and guidance to young people. Also, I worked in the Local Authority with Looked After Children in the Leaving Care Team, this role involved supporting vulnerable young people, carers and their families with a range of social and emotional issues,
I have undertaken 5 years of extensive training on a Masters Degree programme form which I have gained a wealth of knowledge to work therapeutically with people in psychological distress. As a Psychotherapist, I have had 10 years of clinical practice experience working with a range of clients. I am passionate about my work, supporting and empowering people to make changes, improve their well-being and life.
Psychological distress can take many forms and usually manifest as stress, depression, anxiety, addictions, sleep problems, and many other relational issues. Psychological trauma can often be the root cause of issues people have and sometimes people are unaware of specific life events but they have a significant impact on their mental health. Identifying and understanding these issues and treating the root cause can lead to transformational long-lasting personal change.
I offer an empathetic, nurturing non-judgemental and confidential space for you to come and talk. My aim as a Psychotherapist is to help you understand yourself better in a unique way so you can move forward in a more constructive way.
If you have a particular obstacle in your life you are trying to overcome? Sometimes, seeking help from a certified expert is the best way to put things into perspective. As a committed professional Psychotherapist, your well-being and mental health is my number one priority. I’m happy to guide you through all of life’s challenges with the attention and care you deserve.
Thank you for reading my profile and I look forward to hearing from you.
Training, qualifications & experience
- MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy
- Advanced Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and High Intensity Training
- BA Honours Degree in Sociology
- Diploma in Welfare Studies
- Connexions Personal Advisor Diploma
- Diploma in Careers Advice Part 1 and 2; Information, Advice and Guidance
I am committed to Continuous Professional Development and have taken a wide range of additional training courses.
I am an accredited member of the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) Membership Registration Number 2011165641 : and Universities Psychotherapy and Counselling Association (UPCA) Membership Registration Number : 1960, I subscribe to their Ethical Framework.
I hold the recent 2022 enhanced DBS to work with adults and young people.
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 UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) is a leading professional body for the education, training and regulation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Its register is accredited by the government's Professional Standards Authority.
As part of its commitment to protect the public, it works to improve access to psychotherapy, to support and disseminate research, to improve standards and to respond effectively to complaints against its members.
UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Universities Psychotherapy & Counselling Association
Accredited register membership
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This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£50.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
A therapy session is 50 minutes away from the pressures of everyday life where you can explore whatever challenges that are impacting on your life today. I am happy to guide you through all of life’s challenges with the attention and care you deserve.
A therapy session is £50, you can pay cash or by bank transfer.
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I have therapy rooms available at well-established counselling and psychotherapy centres across the West Midlands so I am sure we will be able to find a place and time to suit you.
