Louise Collins
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About me
Are you struggling with an issue and need a confidential space to talk through your feelings and concerns? Perhaps anxiety or depression are becoming too much to bear. Would you like to focus on your self-development, or challenge repeating patterns of behaviour which are not beneficial to you? It may be that you are feeling 'stuck' or isolated and do not know how to move forward. Whatever it may be, something has brought you here, so feel free to contact me to assist you with your journey.
Counselling can be used to process difficult situations, feelings or experiences. It can differ from talking to a friend as it is completely confidential, non-judgemental, and focuses entirely on your needs.
My philosophy 'to be curious and assume nothing' allows us to work together through whatever you need to discuss, without any pre-judgement of your experiences. Together we will take a collaborative approach to your therapy to get the best outcomes for you. The relationship we build within the counselling room can often offer insight into recurring issues which can be explored.
I will not judge you, or tell you what to do, rather work with you to help you process your thoughts and feelings. Through my empathic approach, we can identify any patterns and explore different perspectives. Many people find that they are able to fully be themselves in the therapy room, which enables them to become more open and confident in their every day lives.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Diploma in Integrative Counselling from Matrix College of Counselling and Psychotherapy
- Certificate in Counselling from Matrix College of Counselling and Psychotherapy
- Certificate in the Management of Drug Misuse Part 1, awarded by the Royal College of General Practitioners
- 2:1 (Hons) Degree in Psychology/Sociology, awarded by University of East Anglia
- Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector
- Certificate of Registration with the BACP - Registration number 292356
- regular Continued Professional Development to enhance my practice, including the following:
- Specialist Sexual Violence Training
- Adult and Child Safeguarding Training
- Signs of Safety Lead Practitioner Course
- The Fragile Self: working with narcissistic vulnerability, grandiosity, shame, and alienation with Dr Phil Mollon
- Creative Sand Tray with Biddy Barclay
- The Challenge of Uncertainty - with Dr Ernesto Spinelli
- CPD with Beat Eating Disorders
I have my own private practice in Woodbridge.
I worked for two years coordinating the counselling service in HMP Hollesley Bay, where I worked with male clients for both short term and long term therapy.
My previous roles have seen me working both one-to-one and in groups with clients who have substance misuse issues and mental health issues, including those diagnosed with personality disorders and those who struggle with suicidal thoughts and self-harm. I have worked extensively with clients who struggle with anger as well as anxiety and depression.
I can draw on my experience working with young people both in custody and in the community whose behaviour has been challenging.
I have worked one-to-one with women who have been in relationships in which there is domestic violence, including sexual violence.
I have supported women at the point of crisis when they have reported rape or serious sexual assault.
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).
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
£60 per session
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Please contact me to discuss your requirements. I aim to respond to all enquiries within 24hrs with the exception of weekends.
Further information
I offer a confidential, ethical service for both men and women over the age of 18. I adhere to the ethical principles of the BACP.
I have a full enhanced DBS Certificate.
I hold professional indemnity insurance.
