Justine Murray

Sometimes life can seem a struggle and deep down you may be feeling anxious, have low mood, be grieving for a loved one or change in lifestyle due to a relationship breakdown. You may even be struggling with some deep rooted trauma from your past. I understand that talking to your friends and family about your problems could feel emotionally exposing. You may think you don’t want to over burden them with your problems so you carry on as normal but deep down you just don’t feel like you or happy and wish you could talk to someone impartial without fear of judgement, someone who will really listen to your concerns and problems and help you to make sense of them.

I am a fully qualified, experienced and insured Counsellor/Psychotherapist who is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and abide by their Ethical Framework for professional standards. I am committed and compassionate in helping you get to the root of your problems and will work alongside you to realise your goals, feel more empowered and how to achieve this. I am an integrative therapist and practice from a mainly person centred (humanistic) approach in which I believe in your innate ability to recognise and find your inner resources to gain happiness and more fulfilment within your life. Because one theory does not suit all, I am also trained in and utilise the benefits of other modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) which explores any negative thought patterns and behaviours and helps with strategies to overcome this. I also use the theory of Transactional Analysis which helps to explore your personality and how it has been shaped and how an individual relates with others. I practice from a trauma informed approach through my experience working for a charity that helps survivors of sexual violence, CSA and domestic abuse. Therefore I am experienced in working with adult clients presenting with complex trauma and PTSD.

If you wish we can meet face to face at my private therapy room in Congleton, Cheshire, online with your preference of Zoom or WhatsApp, via phone or I can also offer Walk&Talk therapy in the surrounding countryside of Congleton or at a mutually agreeable location. You can guarantee I can offer a safe, confidential, non-judgemental and understanding space for you to explore and process your thoughts, feelings and emotions and what has ultimately brought you to therapy. I believe that you have the capacity for change and it would be my privilege to help you realise and achieve this.

I offer an initial free, no obligation 15 minute consultation online or via phone for you to ask me any questions you may have about therapy and what to expect. If this is your first time seeking therapy, I know it can be daunting and takes courage to make that first step. It is really important in a therapeutic relationship that you feel comfortable and trust me to work alongside you in your journey to a positive outcome. 

In person, online or phone therapy is £50 for a 50 minute session

£55 for Walk & Talk 1 hourly session

I also offer concessions for counselling trainees and adult students

I undertake regular clinical supervision to monitor and inform my work with clients and take part in continuing professional development.