Lynette Procter
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This professional is available for new clients.
About me
I am a person-centred counsellor based in Woodlesford, Leeds, and I’m passionate about providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals looking to explore counselling therapies for various issues including anxiety, depression and general day to day struggles. I do understand that seeking counselling can be a significant and sometimes difficult step, and I appreciate the courage taken to starting this important process, however out of your comfort zone it may feel.
Your first session...
In our initial meeting, I believe it’s important to have an open and collaborative discussion about your reasons for seeking counselling. Together, we will explore what has brought you here, as well as your hopes and fears regarding the counselling process. Establishing a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship is essential for our work together to be effective.
Working together...
I offer a confidential and non-judgmental space where you can freely express your thoughts and emotions. I recognise that our present experiences can be influenced by past events. I am here to help you explore such issues and encourage you to gain mindful insights that can positively influence your current situation and circumstances.
As a person-centred counsellor, I firmly believe that you are the expert in your own life. My role is to support and guide you in discovering your own solutions and empowering you to make meaningful changes. Throughout your counselling sessions, I will provide a compassionate and empathetic presence as we explore your concerns and work towards your desired outcomes.
I am also deeply committed to providing empathetic and nonjudgmental support to individuals navigating the varied challenges that come with ADHD. Recognising the sometimes-debilitating struggles and also the unique strengths associated with ADHD, I am dedicated to creating a safe and understanding space where clients feel safe enough to explore their experiences and goals.
My passion for supporting clients with ADHD stems from my own personal connection, having received a late diagnosis after years of struggling with thoughts, feelings and behaviours that I had no control over. I genuinely understand the barriers and complexities associated with ADHD and am filled with a desire to provide compassionate and effective support to anyone struggling. I want to ensure that my clients feel validated and supported as they navigate through their own life experience of living with ADHD.
My professional commitments...
To ensure the highest standard of care, I engage in regular supervision with an experienced counselling supervisor. This practice allows me to maintain a healthy and professional approach to my work. Additionally, I actively seek ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops and training courses to enhance my skills and knowledge.
As a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I adhere to their ethical framework and regulations, ensuring that our work together is conducted with integrity and professionalism. I also hold full professional indemnity insurance, and hold a clear, fully comprehensive DBS barring service check for your peace of mind.
Please just ask...
If you have any questions or would like to arrange an initial short telephone conversation, (That it is completely free of charge and carries no obligation for you to proceed with therapy), then please do reach out to me. I will endeavour to respond to your email or text within 24 hours.
Thank you for considering me as your counsellor. I’m here to support you on your journey towards inner healing and personal growth.
Client feedback:
‘I just wanted to drop you an email and say thank you for all the support and guidance you have given me over our time working together. I believe that our sessions have changed my relationship and helped me navigate things to the positive place they are at today’.
‘I really appreciate the warm and easy atmosphere that you have held for me, which always felt supportive and non-judgemental’.
‘It was so lovely to have met you and you really helped to get a lot of thoughts clear! Hope to see you again in the future’.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (Person-Centred Approach)
- Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills (Person-Centred Approach).
- Level 2 Introduction to Counselling (T.A)
- ADHD Awareness Diploma
- Level 1 Award in Awareness of Substance Misuse.
- BACP Certificate in Online & Telephone Counselling.
- Understanding and Working with Addictions
- Using Mindfulness in the Therapy Room
- Addiction & Attachment
- Building Psychological Safety
- Relapse Prevention
- Practical & Relational Ways of Working with Suicidality
- Previously ran a regular group workshop, assisting clients dealing with drug and alcohol challenges at a rehabilitation centre in South Yorkshire.
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).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£45.00 per session
Free initial telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Costs:
- Adults (18+): £45 per session
- Students, low income & counselling trainees: £35
- Each session lasts 50 minutes.
How to make payment:
- Payments by bank transfer. Bank details are supplied upon confirmation of the appointment.
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