K. Darbon
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About me
'Imprint of Life Therapy' - Holistic Healing
Are you ready to connect with yourself and heal from within?
Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming and maybe a little scary. It can be hard to know what to expect and it can seem as though the hill that you are climbing is so steep and you have no idea how therapy can change how you feel about yourself and your world. I felt the same many years ago. But, for me, therapy changed everything. We are made up of years of experiences; some sad, some happy, some testing, some traumatic, and some even devastating. There is a reason for everything that we do, think, and feel. We are informed by our experiences. Do you find that your brain just won’t switch off? Do you feel down on yourself or feel as though you just cannot get motivated? Can you see repeated patterns that affect your relationships and how you view life? Do you feel that no matter how much you try and change these patterns the same things happen again? Let me help you. I get it and I have dedicated the last decade and more to understanding why this happens and finding ways to feel joy and gain control over your life. You have the tools within you to ride the waves of the rough seas - you just need someone beside you whilst you navigate that. I use a mind-body approach which means that we really sit with the effect that stress and trauma can have on our whole system. Our thoughts can trick us - our nervous system can’t. By combining the two we can process in a way that acknowledges and explores all of your experiences, both cognitive and somatic. So, it isn't just 'talking' - it's discovering who you truly are on a deep level and finding a way to move forward and develop the resilience and determination that is within you!
I am an experienced and qualified psychotherapist, and I dedicate my time to continual professional development. I work with men and women aged 18+. If you are affected by anything that is causing distress, sadness, low mood, suicidal thoughts, depression, or anxiety - please get in touch. I specialize in working with those struggling with bullying, addiction, trauma, attachment issues, narcissism, neglect, family issues, domestic and sexual abuse; including child sexual exploitation - but will sit beside anyone who needs support (please see list below). If you feel that you are in an abusive relationship, I can support you with this, please do not feel alone. Recognizing that you need support is the first step. A brave step. I can help you with the practicalities/signpost you if required - and therapeutically support you through this.
Feminine Connection
In a world that often pulls us in different directions, women's circles offer a sacred space for connection, healing and empowerment. Share your journey and find strength in sisterhood. Cultivate authentic relationships. Release trauma and embrace collective healing through shared stories.
Join us in our Women's Circles, where we celebrate our unique experiences, foster genuine connection, and support each other in our personal growth. Together, we can. Please contact me for more info.
The areas that I cover:
* I have 2 beautiful counselling rooms; Market Harborough LE16 & Long Buckby NN6 for face-to-face work. This will be where my workshops, women's circles and networking events will be held.
* Currently Countrywide for remote sessions (Telephone/Online via ZOOM, Facetime and WhatsApp).
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications
- Dialectical Brain Therapy (DBT) - (2024)
- Sandstory Therapy - Level 1 - (2022) Qualified Practitioner
- Sensorimotor Psychotherapy for Trauma Level 1 - (2022 - 2023)
- Reiki Levels 1 and 2 - Reiki Practitioner (2022)
- Masters (MA) - Understanding Domestic & Sexual Violence at The University of Worcester - (2019-2021)
- Brain Working Recursive Therapy Level 1 (BWRT) (2021)
- Online and Telephone Counselling - Accredited 80 hours CPD Qualification Certification - Counselling Tutor (2020)
- AFT Certificate of Higher Education - Working Systemically with Individuals, Couples and Families (Social Science Level 7) at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge - (2017-2018)
- CPCAB Diploma Level 4 - Therapeutic Counselling (Person-Centred) - (2015-2017)
- CPCAB Level 3 - Counselling Studies - (2012-2013)
- CPCAB Level 2 - Counselling Skills - (2011-2012)
- COE Level 3 - Play Therapy Skills - (2018)
- Level 1 & 2 - Understanding Domestic Violence at Ava Project - (2016)
Training / Certificates
- Women's Circles Facilitation - (2024)
- The Australasian Therapeutic Communities Association (ATCA) - (2024)
- Alcohol and Drug Cognitive Enhancement Program (ACE) - (2024)
- Brief Executive Function Assessment Tool (BEAT) - (2024)
- Queer Questioning - (2024)
- Cultural and Linguistic Diversity - (2024)
- St John First Aid - (2024)
- Smoking Cessation - (2024)
- The Body Keeps the Score: Nervous System Response - (2024)
- Shadow Work - (2023)
- Introduction to Breathwork - (2023)
- NSPCC Child Protection Introduction - (2022)
- Gut-Brain Connection and the Vagus Nerve - (2022)
- Addiction Therapy - (2022)
- Pre-trial Therapy and Ethical Practice - (2021)
- How to Tell Stories That Heal - Human Givens College - (2021)
- Trauma, Attachment and Dissociation - (2021)
- Looked After Children and Child Sexual Exploitation - (2020)
- County Lines - (2020)
- Working with Trauma in the Counselling Profession (2020)
- 2 Day Introduction to Working with Children and Young People Online in the Counselling Profession: BACP (2020)
- Working Online in the Counselling Profession BACP (2020)
- Working Creatively as a Counsellor (2020)
- TARGET Conference: Growing Up in a Digital World (CSE/Grooming) (2019,2021,2022)
- Trauma-focused CBT for Children and Young People with PTSD at the Anna Freud
- Centre: London (2019)
- MindEd Competencies: Working Ethically with Children & Young People BACP (2019)
- Exploring Theories of Domestic and Sexual Violence (2019)
- Drug & Alcohol Awareness Training (2019)
- Safeguarding Training: Working with Risk: Yearly (2020-23)
- Treating Intrusive Thoughts: The 13 Recovery Steps to Transformation (2017)
- Therapy Law (2018)
- Management of Actual & Potential Aggression (MAPA) Foundation Programme (2018)
- Sexual Assault & Trauma Effect (2017)
- Data Protection (2017,18,19,20,21,22,23)
- Child Abuse / Exploitation (2017)
- Working Online in the Counselling Profession - BACP - (2020)
- Using Arts Online with Children & Young People – Ana De la Prida – (2020)
- Alcohol & Drug Awareness Training – Aquarius – (2019)
- Key Differences Between Counselling Adults and Children / Young People – MindEd – (2019)
- Relational Skills – MindEd – (2019)
- Legal & Professional Issues – E-Learning for Healthcare – (2019)
- Counselling in Secondary Schools – MindEd – (2019)
- What is Counselling for Children, Young People and Young Adults – MindEd – (2019)
- Working with Emotional Meanings – MindEd – (2019)
- Facilitating Emotional Expression – MindEd – (2019)
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT) for Children and Young People with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Anna Freud Centre, London - (2019)
- Certificate of Proficiency – BACP – (2019)
- Safeguarding Training - (2017-2021)
- Working with Risk - (2018)
- Working with Dissociation Disorders in Clinical Practice – Positive Outcomes for Dissociative Survivors (PODS) – (2018)
- Treating Intrusive Thoughts and the Inner Critical Voice – MindBody Breakthrough – (2017)
- Child Sexual Abuse: Hope for Healing – PODS – (2017)
- Keeping Safe – Therapy Law – (2018)
- Management of Actual and Potential Aggression (MAPA) Foundation Programme (no holding) – Care Success Solutions – (2018)
- Data Protection – Care Success Solutions – (2017)
- Sexual Trauma Training by Zoe Lodrick - Teamwork (2017)
- Trauma, Dissociation & Recovery – PODS – (2016)
- Using Solution-Focused Therapy – Mike Scanlan - (2016)
- Attachment – (2016)
- Parenting – Family Caring Trust – (2016)
Member organisations
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
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Areas of counselling I deal with
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Ethics & Competencies
* I am a registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy). The BACP set certain standards of codes and ethics for counsellors to adhere to, to ensure safety for all clients. I am currently working towards accreditation.
* I have completed all required Mind-Ed Children & Young People Core Competencies. This is a Child Mental Health Framework and an important part of therapeutic practice when working with CYP.
* I subscribe to the ICO's (Information Commissioners Office) policies and adhere to the principle of the General Data Protection Regulations. I understand best practice for managing your information.
* I am fully insured with Holistic Insurance.
* I undertake CPD (Continual Personal Development) on a regular basis and am always working towards ensuring the best service for my clients.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£60.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
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1:1 Counselling Sessions -
* £60 for a 50-minute session (please see below)
Please contact me for a free, no-obligation telephone consultation (15/20 minutes).
When I work
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I work Monday to Thursday between the hours of 9:30am and 8pm. I work Saturday mornings from 8am-12:30pm.
*Please contact me to check availability*
Further information
- I offer pre-trial therapy for individuals who are involved with the criminal justice system as a witness/victim. This is different to standard therapy and should only be carried out by experienced therapists.
- I was a Community Engagement Manager for a Youth and Community non-profit social enterprise in Northampton town centre.
- I host workshops within Primary and Secondary Schools, to all staff and to Early Years Practitioners. These include 'Young People & Mental Health' and 'Trauma & Attachment in The Early Years.' If this is required by a service, please contact me for more information.
- I have co-facilitated workshops, focusing on men's abusive behaviour and the possibility of change, in the context of domestic and sexual violence for a local charity/women's refuge.
- I am a Reiki Level 1 & 2 Practitioner, so please get in touch if you would like to book a session.
