Jane Chilvers PDip registered MBACP (Accred)

Training, qualifications & experience

Diploma in Integrative Therapeutic Counselling.

Methods I have been trained in include psychodynamic theory, person-centred, CBT, NLP, Gestalt and TA. This approach has helped people with issues such as depression, trauma, addictions, anxiety, low self-esteem, bereavement, family and relationship issues .

I work as a counsellor in private practice and have previously worked in the voluntary sector as well as the NHS (IAPT) in a G.P. surgery setting and at HMP Brixton prison.

I am also trained as a clinical supervisor and offer individual supervision at my private practice.

Further information

I have a background in the arts as a professional portrait photographer and sculptor. Through this work I learned the importance of developing a relationship built on trust, an ability to listen and observe, and the need for a safe environment. These skills both fostered my interest in counselling as well as positively contribute to my counselling practice today.

I work as a counsellor in both the private and voluntary sectors as well as the NHS.

In addition I have run photography workshops for MENCAP and people with learning disabilities, the elderly and homeless charities. Through these workshops I have helped these groups to better express their emotions via creative means.

Both my art practice and my counselling work continue to inform and benefit each other.

An initial meeting is helpful to assess whether we feel we can work together and if you would like to proceed. Appointments are for 50 minutes and occur once weekly at the same time.