Jo Bird

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BA(Hons) MBACP Psychotherapist for Adults, over 16s &Couples

About me

Choosing me as your therapist means partnering with someone who is genuinely committed to your personal growth and wellbeing. I bring a wealth of experience and a compassionate approach, ensuring you feel heard and understood throughout our sessions.

My aim is to help you navigate lifes challenges in a relationship where you will learn to flourish and make lasting change.

I originally studied Humanistic therapy, a client centred approach that emphasises personal growth. This involves a focus on an individuals unique experience and perspective,  encouraging them to explore their feelings and thoughts in a supportive environment. 

I support self discovery and understand that everyone has the innate ability to make positive changes in their lives. My aim is to build a strong relationship that empowers you to overcome obstacles, develop greater self awareness and achieve your full potential.

I would say that over my years in practice I  have moved to a more integrative approach which is increasingly necessary in today's complex world, as it combines various therapeutic theories to address the diverse needs of the individual. 

This provides a more holistic approach which enhances the therapy and brings a deeper understanding of each individual, promoting overall healing and producing better outcomes for all.

So I invite you to take the courageous step towards healing and personal growth by joining me for a 30 min consultation,  either by phone or in person. Please don't hesitate to reach out. I am here to support you every step of the way. 

Training, qualifications & experience

BA (hons) Counselling & Psychotherapy,  Greenwich University

Police Firearms Officers Association  PFOA approved counsellor

Foundation Degree in Humanistic Counselling Greenwich University

Relationship Therapy studied with The Counselling Academy 

Qualified to practice Rewind Therapy for treatment of PTSD

Addiction and Mental Health Counsellor at Catalyst Charitable Organisation

Assigned counsellor For The Amber House Project for young people with a history of homelessness and addiction

Trained Samaritan,no longer active

MBACP

Member organisations

BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.

Accredited register membership

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

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Fees

£60.00 per session
Free initial in-person, telephone or online session

Concessions offered for

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Additional information

Initial consultation free

£60 per counselling hour (50 mins)

£70 for couples (60 mins)

£120 Rewind Therapy. One session plus one follow up

concessions are available

When I work

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Morning
Afternoon
Evening
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Day times, including before work sessions and evenings. Weekends also available.

Great Bookham, Leatherhead, KT23

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Couples

Key details

DBS check info

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Therapy room is on the ground floor and accessible, but the only bathroom facilities are upstairs.

Online platforms

Skype
Whatsapp
Zoom

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