Kay Bowman
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About me
As an integrative counsellor specialising in attachment trauma, my approach can be tailored to meet the needs of those who are seeking a deeper exploration of their personal history to understand the complex terrain that influences their emotional well-being, relationships, and overall quality of life.
I also offer a solution-focused and strengths-based approach believing in the transformative power of focusing on solutions and fostering a sense of empowerment and self-efficacy by identifying strengths, resources and goals to address stress, anxiety, depression, life changes, and self-development.
In my practice, I draw upon a range of therapeutic modalities, tailoring my approach to each individual's unique needs and experiences. Whether it is through person-centred therapy, cognitive-behavioural techniques, mindfulness practices, or somatic experiencing, my goal is to provide clients with the tools and insights they need.
I understand that approaching a counsellor can occasionally be a big step.
My goal is for you to feel at ease talking about what is currently causing you difficulty and to then receive the support you need. If you have any inquiries about counselling or my practice, please let me know and we can discuss this via a free 15 min introductory session.
Training, qualifications & experience
- MA Trauma-Informed Practice
- BA (Hons) degree in Integrative Counselling Practice
- Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy level 2 trained attachment-trauma therapist
- Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy
Trained in the use of:
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy – essential skills
- Emotional Freedom Technique – level 3
- Integral Eye Movement Therapy
- ASIST-trained suicide prevention
- Certificate of competency to provide therapy online
Fully enhanced DBS certificate (number available on request).
Registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy - 395526
Accredited member of National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society - NCS23-04234
Registered with the Information Commissioner Office.
Member organisations
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The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society
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In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
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
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£45.00 per session
Free initial telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Fees are payable 24 hours in advance of the session by bank transfer
Sessions will not go ahead if fees are not received
50% of the fee will be refunded if the session is cancelled within 24 hours of the agreed start time
Further information
I have 18 years experience working with individuals and families in looked-after care, education, addiction/recovery services, criminal justice services and the homelessness sector. I hold certificates in Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, Dialectic Behaviour Therapy, Integral Eye Movement Therapy.
