Kruti St Helen
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About me
Hi, my name is Kruti and I aim to provide you with a safe, non-judgemental environment where you can grow and develop. Using an integrative approach I can help you explore yourself so you can find your inner peace and reach your full potential.
I understand that seeking help can be a significant and sometimes challenging step, and I am here to support you every step of the way. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply navigating life's transitions.
I believe that every individual has the innate capacity for healing and growth and my mission is to empower you to tap into your inner strengths and resources, fostering a greater sense of self-awareness and resilience.
I offer individual counselling and couples therapy which I conduct either in person, remotely or on the telephone. Each type of therapy is designed to provide you with the tools and insights needed to address specific challenges and improve your overall quality of life. Whether you are looking to enhance your communication skills, manage stress more effectively, or develop healthier coping strategies, I am here to guide you on your path to wellness.
One of the cornerstones of my practice is the strong therapeutic relationship I build with my clients. I recognize the importance of trust, empathy, and respect in the counseling process. From your first session, I strive to create an environment where you feel heard, understood, and valued. I believe in working collaboratively with you, setting realistic goals, and developing a treatment plan that aligns with your values and aspirations.
I understand that each person's journey is unique, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. That is why I am in an integrative approach where I offer a variety of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based therapy, solution-focused therapy, and more. I will work with you to identify the most appropriate approach for your specific situation, ensuring that you receive the most effective and personalised care possible.
I offer a free 30-minute, no-obligation session. This initial meeting is an opportunity for you to meet with me, ask any questions you may have, and experience a short counselling session. This session is designed to help you determine if you feel comfortable working with us and if you can build a therapeutic relationship, which is essential for effective counselling. If, after this initial 30-minute session, you are happy and would like to continue with counselling, I will schedule you for a counselling session.
If you are ready to take the first step towards a healthier and more balanced life, please do not hesitate to contact me. I welcome any questions you may have to help you get started on the path to becoming you.
Training, qualifications & experience
Counselling Approach
I am qualified and work in a Humanistic approach as I believe everyone is different and what works for one person may not work for another. Therefore I like to use skills from a Person Centred approach with the use of CBT skills, Solution Focused Therapy and Gestalt Therapy. I am a BACP Accredited Member and am an Accredited Registrant Member of the National Counselling Society and abide by ethical framework of the BACP.
Experience
- Barnados – working with terminally ill children and supporting families that have gone through or were going through the loss of their loved one.
- Place2be – working with children in a school setting on a 1:1 basis through play therapy.
- NHS – Carrying out counselling in schools with children referred by the school.
- NHS – Working within the IAPT team seeing individuals referred via the GP or their self.
- NHS – working within adult mental health and dementia wards supporting individuals and their families.
- Wessex cancer trust – Counselling individuals and family members suffering from or who have been affected by the illness
- Cole and Miller – Assisting individuals with family mediation and the break down of their relationships.
- AAC Member – Safeguarding Lead at a primary school carrying out governing duties
- Counselling Tutor – Teaching on the Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling in Iron Mills College
Qualifications
- MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy
- PG Dip in Counselling and Psychotherapy
- BA Hons Sociology
- Certificate in Humanistic Counselling
- Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Certificate in Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP)
- Certificate in Supporting Families when a child dies
- Certificate in Safeguarding L1/L2/L3
- Special Needs Awareness Course
- A Certificate in Death, Dying and Grief
- Understand ADHD
- Exploring Anxiety
- Obesity – Balanced Diets and Treatments
- Exploring Issues in Women’s Health
- Certificate of Attendance in Place2be Training
- I am also an Accredited Member of the BACP
- I am a Registered Accredited member of the National Counselling Society.
Member organisations
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Grief and Loss
Relationships with friends, Love and other social relationships
Exam stress
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 per session
Free initial in-person, telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
All sessions after the initial session will be an hour long. A limited amount of concessionary spaces for counselling students and low-income families are available. If you feel you qualify then please ask for details.
Individual Counselling - £60
Block Book 6 for £330 and Block Book 10 for £500
Couples Therapy - £70
Block Book 6 for £390 and Block Book 10 for £600
When I work
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Mondays 8:00am - 20.30pm, Tuesday 8.00am - 19:30pm, Wednesday 8:00am - 20:30pm, Thursday 18.00pm - 20.30pm, Friday 8.00am-20.30pm
