Leigh Franks
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About me
Hello, my name is Leigh and I offer a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
I work in a peron-centred way, which means each 50-minute weekly session is personalised to meet your needs and focuses on what you want to discuss or work towards. We will work at your pace and each session will be guided by you.
I have worked within different agencies over the years to deliver high quality counselling in different settings. I have worked with adults of all ages, who present with a range of issues including anxiety, low mood, life transitions, bereavement, low self-esteem, relationship issues, work issues and trauma.
Looking for the right counsellor in a place where there are so many to choose from can feel overwhelming, especially when you are going through a difficult time. It is important that you find someone you feel comfortable working with. This is why I offer a free no obligation discovery call so you can make an informed choice about whether we are a good match, before proceeding on to any paid sessions.
The process of working with me begins by emailing me to book a 20-minute discovery call.
If you would like a bit more information about me and how I work please click on "visit my website" button at the top of the page.
Training, Qualifications & Experience
Qualifications
· Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
· Level 3 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
· Psychology Degree
· Masters in Mental Health Clinical Research (Clinical Psychology)
· NIHR Advanced Leadership Program
Training
Life-long learning and professional development is something I am passionate about. I ensure my skills are kept up to date by continuous professional development.
Below is an example of some of the training I have completed over the last 12 months:
- Anger
- Transactional Analysis
- Bereavement and loss
- Attachment theory in counselling
- Trauma informed therapy
- LGBTQ+
- Safeguarding Children level 1
- First Aid training
- GDPR
Ethical Body
As a qualified Counsellor I am a registered member of the National Society of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (NCPS), which means I follow their ethical framework. I have an enhanced DBS check, fully insured and attend regular supervision to ensure I am practicing to the highest standards.
Training, qualifications & experience
- 18+ years working in the field of mental health
- Level 3 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- Psychology Degree
- Masters in Mental Health Clinical Research (Clinical Psychology)
- National Institute for Health Research Advanced Leadership Programme Award
I have also completed many other training courses to stay relevant with both my personal and professional skills set.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society
This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations.
In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
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.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Often life issues don't fit into clear categories. If you do not see what you are currently struggling with listed above and would like to discuss further, we can discuss this at a 20 minute no obligation discovery call.
Therapies offered
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Fees
Additional information
If you would like more information, please visit my website
If you would like to book a 20 minutes no obligation discovery call, please get in touch.
When I work
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Further information
The rooms are chosen to provide you with a calm, safe, private space, so you can be assured you will not be overheard.
Some of the rooms that are used are up some stairs, however there are alternative rooms available if you need flat access. Please let me know your requirements and I will arrange this.
