Louise Burgen

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About me

Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to cope? Do you find it difficult to manage anxiety, depression, or emotional distress? Life’s challenges can sometimes seem too overwhelming to face alone, but you don’t have to navigate them without support. Counselling provides a safe and non-judgmental space to explore your feelings and work towards a greater sense of well-being.

I am a qualified integrative counsellor and have been practising since 2017. I hold a Foundation Degree in Integrative Counselling and primarily work from a person-centred approach, believing that a strong therapeutic relationship is fundamental to healing and personal growth. While my practice primarily focuses on a person-centred approach, I also incorporate elements from various other therapeutic models to best support each individual’s unique needs.

I have experience working with a wide variety of issues and diagnoses, providing both short-term and long-term therapy. Sessions can be held weekly or biweekly, depending on what feels right for you. I understand that receiving a diagnosis, whether related to mental health, neurodiversity or illness, can evoke a range of emotions and challenges. Counselling offers a space to explore what your diagnosis means for you and how to navigate life with greater self-awareness and self-compassion.

For five years, I worked specifically with individuals affected by sexual violence and childhood sexual abuse. This experience has provided me with deep insight into trauma and its long-term effects, allowing me to offer a sensitive and understanding approach to those navigating these experiences.

People come to counselling for many different reasons, including:

  • Anxiety and stress
    Depression and low mood
    Relationship difficulties
    Grief and loss
    Trauma and abuse
    Low self-esteem and self-worth
    Life transitions and significant changes
    Neurodiversity and Identity Exploration
    Work or academic pressures
    Managing emotions and finding balance

Whatever the reason, counselling provides a supportive space to navigate challenges, make sense of difficult emotions, and discover ways to move forward. My approach always suits your needs, ensuring you feel heard, valued, and empowered. 
 
If you'd like to explore the possibility of working together, I offer a free, no-obligation initial session to talk about your needs and how we might work together. 

 
Sessions are £50 each. I also offer a limited number of concessionary rates, starting at £40 and a reduced rate of £35 for students.

https://www.exhale-counselling.co.uk/ 

Training, qualifications & experience

  • Foundation degree In the Art of Counselling
  • Extensive CPD training
  • Working with trauma
  • CSA and sexual violence
  • Working with a variety of MH diagnosis
  • I work with clients aged 15yr +

Member organisations

BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

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

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies offered

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Fees

£50.00 per session
Free initial in-person, telephone or online session

Additional information

I also provide a limited number of concessionary rates, starting at £40, with a reduced rate of £35 for students.

Colchester, Essex, CO4

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Young people (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)

Key details

DBS check info

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Online platforms

Whatsapp
Zoom