Jo Baker
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About me
I view therapy as a quiet space where we can attend to whatever it is that is causing you pain. Whether you’ve been through something traumatic in your past, or have simply been going through a difficult patch recently, I think all is important to talk about, and all is worthy of care.
Like most therapists, I work with a range and variety of issues, though I have particular experience in the violence against women and girls sector, working for well over a decade as a therapist, support practitioner and group worker including providing training and consultation on supporting survivors. I currently work for a charity supporting young people aged 11-25 both generally (including issues such as eating, self-harm, depression, anxiety, bullying and low self-esteem/confidence), but also with particular focus on the LGBTQIA+ community.
My rooms are in the peaceful Quaker Meeting House overlooking their beautiful garden. The space is quiet and private. Please feel free to get in touch if you’d like more information, or if you’d like to book an appointment.
Take good care
Jo
Training, qualifications & experience
A qualified and accredited psychotherapeutic counsellor, I work from an empowering and supportive perspective. I love what I do, and am passionate about helping my clients to lead the lives that they choose. I have worked for a number of projects within the charity sector as well as running my private practice since 2017.
I work Integratively, which means that I draw on various models and theories in my work. I was initially trained in three major approaches to therapy;
- psychodynamic – explores how our past influences our present
- person-centred – which focuses on the relationship between the therapist and client, specifically how the therapist is towards the client (accepting, warm, non-judgmental) and has a deep faith in the client’s capacity for healing and change
- existentialism – explores how we relate to the big questions of life, or the fundamental limitations of our existence
As well as this, I also draw on various other approaches, such as attachment, systemic theory and bio-psycho-social theories of trauma, which means that I am able to tailor my approach depending on the individual needs of my client.
I am a member of the UPCA, and abide by their ethical guidelines.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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Universities Psychotherapy & Counselling Association
Areas of counselling I deal with
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Fees
£65.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
Additional information
My fees are as follows:
- Free: 15 minute zoom or telephone consultation
- Assessment: £45 per 50 minute session
- Therapy session: £65 per 50 minute session
Please do contact me if you would like more information, or to book a session.
My cancellation policy is 48 hours.
When I work
Please enquire for my current availability.
