Lisa Hancock
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About me
Talking to those closest to us is often not an option, or may not be available to you, and sometimes, it can feel easier to seek help from a counsellor who is impartial to your day to day life.
You will often sense whether a therapist is right for you, and finding that genuine connection is really important, and can play a key role in the overall success of counselling. So listening to your gut feeling will often lead you to the right place.
My practice offers a human and authentic space with a therapeutic approach centred around compassion and non-judgement, providing you the opportunity to talk openly and reflect on anything you are experiencing in your life. I remember the feelings of nervousness and apprehension when approaching somebody for support, it felt daunting and the choice is endless, so I hope to make the process as comfortable as possible for you.
Whether you are experiencing Low Mood, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship struggles, low self-esteem/low self-confidence, or you are simply at a cross roads and unsure of your next step or where to turn, counselling can help. Through my work at a local hospice, I am also experienced in supporting people through the challenges of Grief and Bereavement, whether this is anticipatory or following the loss of a loved one.
I work face to face in a dedicated Counselling, Wellbeing & Therapy practice in Horsham. I also work online via a secure video link and via the telephone, offering accessibility, choice and convenience.
I offer a free 10-20 minute initial chat, where we can discuss what has brought you to seek support, and determine if I am the right therapist to support you and whether we can work together. It also enables you to get a feel for the process and ask any questions you may have.
I look forward to connecting with you and supporting you.
Training, qualifications & experience
I bring experience to my counselling practice, and hold a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. As a holistic, person-centered counsellor, I offer compassion, and an empathetic, non-judgemental approach.
Offering a genuine human connection is really important for me, providing an environment where you can feel safe to explore your inner self and gain a greater insight into the challenges you are facing.
Encouraging self-awareness and understanding, we will collaboratively explore your experiences, thoughts and emotions at your own pace.
I am a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), and an Accredited Member of The National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS).
Through my work at a local hospice, I have specific training and experience with supporting individuals through the challenges of grief and bereavement, whether this is anticipatory or following the loss of a loved one.
I also have experience of working in a professional corporate setting and understand the stresses and pressures that individuals can face at work, which can often disrupt our work/life balance.
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Anticipatory Grief
Therapies offered
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Fees
£50.00 per session
Free initial telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
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I can offer early mornings, daytime and evenings. Please feel free to reach out and I will aim to be as flexible as possible to work around your commitments.
Further information
What happens when you make contact?
Firstly, we would have an initial informal chat to discuss what has brought you to seek counselling, and to provide the opportunity for you to get to know me and ask any questions you may have. You will often get a sense following an initial chat whether you feel comfortable to move forwards. I always encourage speaking with a few counsellors to get a feel for how people work, and who you connect and feel most comfortable with. You will know!
Often we don't know how many sessions are required until we start the process, and this can vary from person to person. So often, we start with a few sessions, and work on an open ended basis and review periodically. This is something that is discussed during our initial chat and throughout our time together, and tailored to meet your specific needs.
