Ian Rivers, Counsellor, Accredited Registered BACP Member
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As we journey through life issues can arise that are difficult and painful. I am a qualified, experienced BACP Accredited counsellor. I offer a safe, confidential, and non judgemental environment to support you in understanding, addressing and overcoming these issues. Counselling can help you gain clarity and perspective and help you achieve positive change. I can support you through this.
I am an optimist by nature and believe that we are very often stronger and more resourceful than we think, we just need support in realising that truth.
I am client focused and help you work towards the goals that you have presented in a way that is;
- caring
- professional
- respectful
- open
- honest.
Training, qualifications & experience
I have a Diploma in Humanistic Counselling .I am BACP Accredited .I am IPT(Interpersonal Therapy) Accredited. I am a member of the BACP (British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists). My training was integrative covering a number of different theoretical approaches; my main approach is humanistic however I am familiar with a CBT approach that can be used for clients with anxiety issues. I also offer a Mindfulness approach which can be effective for treating anxieties. I possess a 101 Certificate in Transactional Analysis.
I have 9 years(5000+ Client hours) NHS experience working in GP Surgeries, and currently work for a major NHS IAPT Service outside of Hampshire. I also have Schools Counselling experience.I have worked successfully with a wide variety of topics but have found particular success helping clients with issues of self-esteem, bereavement, depression, relationship issues and anxiety.
Member organisations
Accredited register membership
Areas of counselling I deal with
- Addiction(s)
- Affairs and betrayals
- Anger management
- Anxiety
- Bereavement
- Bullying
- Cancer
- Depression
- Disabilities
Therapies offered
Fees
Individuals
Free initial session.
£40 per 50 minute session.
Couples
Free initial session.
£45 per 1 hour session.
Supervision
£20 per 1 hour session.
Maps & Directions
Chandlers Ford, SO53
Type of session
| Online counselling: | No |
| Telephone counselling: | Yes |
| Face to face counselling: | Yes |
Practical details
| Sign language: | No |
| Other languages: | None |
Availability
Monday-Weds evenings mainly. Monday and Tuesdays daytime.
Types of client
| Young people |
| Adults |
| Older adults |
| Couples |
| Organisations |
Supervision & training
I provide a collaborative supportive approach to Supervision, focused upon the needs of the supervisee and their clients.
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