About me
I am dedicated to providing exceptional therapeutic support and art therapy to children (6+) and adults, including those with autism, learning difficulties and disabilities (LDD). As a counsellor and art psychotherapist I have extensive experience and training ensuring a compassionate, professional, and effective approach.
Since 2003 I have worked with young adults with autism, learning difficulties and disabilities including in mental health. Since 2019 I have further specialised in working with ASD and LDD to offer this service to my clients. I work in integrative ways which means I draw from many different approaches for instance Psychodynamic approach or Person Centred. I may incorporate techniques such as art therapy, approaching to meet the needs of each client. I currently run my own private practice offering sessions in person or online.
I like to support children, adolescents and adults which includes high functioning autism, moderate learning difficulties or disabilities. Difficulties in anxiety, relationships and recovery can be explored. As we all experience emotions we need support by talking, expressing feelings or to share with someone.
I work with the understanding that unclear emotional conflict, whether it is rooted from the past or any present difficulty can manifest towards stress, anxiety or depression. Leading on to being prone to low self-esteem, shame, patterns in relationships or wanting an understanding of a true sense of self.
In my practice I aim to develop a safe, warm and trusting environment, without any judgement of what you want to share or express. You can begin to feel secure in our relationship and to share with me.
Once the initial building of trust has developed, this allows for more depth of understanding, exploring and further trust. I believe that in active listening, understanding and connecting to what you are feeling, this can support you.
Theories have influenced my approach to counselling in how exploring our earliest relationships and how they affect us in adult life lead to relationship difficulties. This may include links to your past and the current patterns of behaviour.
Through our sessions, I will support you to develop coping strategies with a greater sense of self, freedom and finding positive ways for you to live your life.
In sessions I can offer meditations or breathing techniques to help centre yourself and support your self-regulation.
Most recent work: NHS Foundation Trust Children’s service. Mind in Kingston.
I am an experienced Art tutor from Richmond and Hillcroft Adult Community College to learners with autism and LDD including mental health.
I offer an Initial Meeting: The first meeting will determine the focus and time frame for the work—either an agreed number of sessions or open-ended. I also offer Art therapy: Utilizing creative art techniques to help clients express emotions and overcome challenges.
Specializations: Children and Adolescents: Expert in working with children from age 6 +, addressing a wide range of emotional and psychological issues including high functioning ASD.
Learning Difficulties and Disabilities: Skilled in supporting individuals with specific needs, ensuring they receive tailored and effective therapy.
Ready to take the first step towards a more fulfilling life? Contact me today to schedule a free initial consultation via telephone or video call.
Training, qualifications & experience
- MA Art Psychotherapy: Roehampton University
- HCPC Standards of Proficiency and registration
- Training in Parenting with PACE: A DDP Informed Approach
- Teacher Certificate Stage 4
- 2024 : CPD: Surrey Counselling Training courses: Most recent -November 2024 Working with Creative Resources.
2019 onwards: training and counselling includes:
- 1 year in the NHS Children’s Service, supporting children and adolescents with autism and LDD.
- 1 year at Mind charity, supporting adults with mental health.
- 1 year at Place2Be therapy supporting children with autism and LDD.
- 6 months at Silverlining Charity, supporting adults with brain injury.
I remain up to date in counselling developments and follow:
- HCPC Code of Practice: Adhering to the highest professional standards as set out by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- BACP Membership Guidance: Following the ethical guidelines of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Lead onto Individual membership.
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 HCPC are an independent, UK-wide health regulator. They set standards of professional training, performance and conduct for 16 professions.
They keep a register of health professionals who meet their standards, and they take action if registered health professionals fall below those standards. They were created by a piece of legislation called the Health Professions Order 2001.
Registration means that a health professional meets national standards for their professional training, performance and conduct.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£50.00 per session
Additional information
My current fees are: £50 per 50 minute session. The first initial consultation is charged at a lower fee of £45.
Discounts available for block sessions of 5 or more sessions.
Further information
Email: lucindacounselling@gmail.com
Telephone: 07971 603876
