Lisa Williams
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About me
Hi I'm Lisa a fully qualified BACP/NCPS registered counsellor and supervisor in training. I have 10+ years of experience in many areas of mental health, such as anxiety, panic, depression, intimacy and relationship issues, family issues or low self-esteem.
In addition to that, I have extensive experience in supporting those experiencing loss, feeling stuck or trapped and those with attachment issues, low self-worth, lack of purpose and connection challenges. I also work with substance abuse and other un-healthy coping strategies .
Issues I work with:
- Anxiety, Fear, Panic
- Depression and Low Mood
- Intrusive thoughts
- Neurodiversity
- Overthinking
- Low self-esteem
- Childhood issues/abuse
- Relationship Breakdowns
- Bereavement
- Loss
- Social connection issues
- Trauma
What brings your here ... ?
Has a recent situation or life event left you feeling confused, emotional or empty? Or maybe issues from the past are bubbling up to the surface causing uncomfortable or unbearable thoughts and feelings? Are present and past issues merging together, leading to an even heavier and more confusing state of mind and body! Do you feel stuck in negative thoughts or wanting to feel more positive? Y
Life in general can feel heavy, suffocating and like it’s lacking in pleasure, this can leave you feeling stuck or trapped like there is no resolution to the problem or way out.
Relationship issues, financial difficulties, parenting or family challenges, intimacy problems, poor self-esteem or low self-worth, loss of any kind, attachment issues…. The list of life challenges goes on!
The messiness and twists and turns of life can lead to feelings of anxiety, hopelessness, lack of energy or spinning thoughts. Do you feel like a failure, unable to concentrate, or remember things, do you have sleep problems, or even thoughts you’d be better off not being here at all…
If any of this resonates with you or strikes a cord, read on ...!
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Where and how I work
I offer both on-line and face-to face counselling session.
Online therapy is offered via google meets. This is a free and simple to access platform with minimal to no set up time required.
Face-to-face appointments are offered in my private counselling office between Goffs Oak and Cheshunt in Hertfordshire. There is plenty of onsite parking.
I understand that reaching out for therapy can be daunting and anxiety provoking. To help aid this process, I offer free 20 minute consultation so we can get to know each other a little first. I also provide pictures of the site so you can familiarise yourself before you arrive.
If you have any questions please drop me an email, text message or give me a call. I’m always more than happy to chat.
Training, qualifications & experience
My Qualifications
I'm a qualified Integrative, Person-Centred Counsellor and hold the following Qualifications:
- Clinical Psychology – Masters of Science Degree (Distinction)
- Psychology – Bachelor of Science Degree (First Class Honours)
- Integrative Therapeutic Counselling – Level 4 Diploma
- Clinical Supervision - CPCAB Level 6 (in progress)
- Bereavement Support – Ascentis Level 2 Certificate
- Trauma Informed Practice - Certificate - Counselling Tutor
- Counselling Online - Open University & BACP Level 2 Certificate
- Fertility Counselling Foundation - British Infertility Counselling Association, CPCAB Accredited
- Addressing Postnatal Depression - BPS Approved Certificate University of Exeter
- Parent Child Therapy - Advanced Practitioner certificate
- Mindfulness in Schools - Practitioner Certificate
Experience
With both professional and first-hand experience of many mental health and life challenges, I bring a wealth of knowledge to my counselling practice. I’ve worked for over 10 years in the NHS, education and charitable sectors and for local authorities in a variety of capacities. Beginning my career in psychology, I have conducted academic research at degree and master’s level in the field of psychology as well as lecturing psychology at the University of Hertfordshire. At present I work as a Trauma and Addiction Recovery Therapist for a Hertfordshire based Community Interest Company. This enables me to draw on a rich and diverse range of experience to support mental health and well-being recovery.
As a result of my extensive training, knowledge and mental health sector experience, I specialise in supporting individuals who are feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed, through working with both the mind and the bodily sensations associated with panic and distress. I have experience in helping people navigate these relentless, difficult thoughts, feelings and emotions. Together, we can develop skills and techniques that will help bring a sense of ease, safety and control, we can then unravel the reasons behind your feelings, enabling you to worry less and enjoy life more and feel safe again.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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 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.
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).
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
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Fees
£60.00 per session
Free initial telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Initial Consultation: Free 20-minute phone or video consultation
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