Leigh Loveday
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This professional is available for new clients.
About me
I really love working with couples and focusing on the relationship. What is it that makes a relationship thrive, how can we live together harmoniously, both parties getting their needs met? Relationships require work and attention on a regular basis and when this slips, the connection suffers. I am here to help you get back on track, to discover what needs working on and to help you both see each others perspective. Please get in touch if this sounds like what you need.
I also work with individuals using a person-centred approach. I have many years experience with one to one therapy and have helped with a number of issues. Anxiety, depression, self-esteem, focus and direction, meaning of life, divorce or separation, menopause, domestic abuse to name but a few.
I am an easy going, friendly therapist and will put you at ease straight away. I view every human experience as unique and it is my aim as your therapist, to view your life through your eyes and to feel what you feel. I use a range of techniques to guide you towards your goals and your desired self. I will journey alongside you, as you discover your own innate wisdom.
The quality of the relationship between therapist and client is the key to a successful therapeutic outcome.
I welcome you as you are and look forward to meeting you.
How to get started with counselling
We begin by having an initial conversation, either on the phone or a video call, whatever suits you. This is usually around half an hour, is free of charge and with no further obligation. It is a chance for us to engage with each other and to chat about your reasons for seeking therapy and what you hope to achieve. I will also answer any of your questions or concerns. This initial consultation offers us the space to get to know each other before you embark upon your healing journey with me, if that is what you choose to do.
Our sessions are a collaboration and a relationship whereby we work together at your pace to meet your specific goals. My aim for you is that you begin to feel a sense of empowerment, develop self-awareness and live a more satisfying and confident life.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications:
Level 2 qualification in Counselling Skills.
Level 5 Diploma in Person-centred Counselling and Therapy.
Solution Focused Brief Therapy Couples Counselling Certificate, Counselling Academy.
To continue to maintain high professional standards I undertake continual professional development (CPD) in line with the BACP rules and regulations.
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
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
£50.00 - £70.00
Free initial telephone or online session
Additional information
Sessions for individuals last 50 minutes and are £50.
Sessions for couples last 50 minutes and are £70.
When I work
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Further information
I love working outdoors in the fresh air when the weather allows so if this is something that you would like to do please let me know.
