About me
I am an Integrative counsellor/psychotherapist drawing on various approaches to counselling including the Person-Centred approach which places emphasis on the therapeutic relationship between therapist and client. By providing a safe supportive space free from judgement or discrimination allows you to have a greater sense of self-awareness, promoting increased confidence and self-worth, allowing growth to reach your full potential.
Working in an integrative way I may also draw from the CBT approach to help you challenge your thoughts, feelings and patterns of behaviour by developing alternative healthier ways of thinking, feeling and behaving. Additionally, the Psychodynamic approach can help you explore thoughts, feelings and behaviours associated with your childhood life experiences and how these may play out in your adult relationships.
If you feel at a loss or struggling to make sense of life, counselling can provide the space to explore your concerns in a safe non-judgmental environment where you are able to talk, share and make sense of life's ups and downs.
I am warm and engaging in my approach and will walk alongside you on your counselling journey, helping you to heal from the inside out.
What I offer
At Malachite Counselling I provide affordable counselling to clients suffering mental health illness and specialise in supporting victims/survivors (both male and female) of Domestic Abuse, Trauma , Childhood Trauma and support clients suffering Complex Mental Health Personality Disorders such as DID, EUPD, BP and PTSD. I also provide counselling to individuals in crisis who are experiencing suicidal ideation or intention.
I operate in the West London area, currently based in Hounslow offering both short term and long term therapy in a safe and supportive environment with an approach tailored to meet the needs of each persons unique experience of life.
I can offer ZOOM and Face-to-Face counselling as well as home visits if you have issues with mobility or not able to leave the home.
Malachite Counselling aims to help you facilitate change and make healthier life choices by “Healing from the Inside-Out”.
Getting in touch...
If you have any questions or would like to book an online Initial Assessment, then please call or text me on 07853 002844 or click here to send me an email.
Training, qualifications & experience
My background includes working within organisations assisting them to achieve their objectives by evaluating and improving business processes working with employees at all levels of the business. I understand and appreciate the everyday stresses people can experience in the workplace and the effects of burnout and stress-related illness. I also have experience of working in the Care Industry working with physically and mentally disabled adults with complex needs.
I have completed the CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Integrative Counselling/Psychotherapy and have a BA (Hons) Counselling Degree, as well as the CPCAB Level 5 CBT Diploma and can offer CBT and Solution Focused Therapy. I have also trained as a Mental Health First Aider and also completed a certificate in Transactional Analysis (TA).
I currently work part time as a Counselling Tutor teaching a suite of CPCAB Counselling Courses including Level 2 Counselling Skills, Level 3 Counselling Studies, Level 4 Integrative Counselling Diploma and the Level 5 CBT Diploma.
I provide personal therapy to counselling students as part of their placements and course obligations as well as providing Group and 1-2-1 Supervision as a qualified Clinical Counselling Supervisor.
I previously volunteered my services to a local charity providing counselling and running group workshops supporting victims/survivors of domestic abuse as well as working with complex mental health personality disorders and have experience of working with clients suffering DID, BPD, BP and PTSD.
I have previously provided counselling services to NHS patients using various approaches to therapy including CBT and solution focused therapy.
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Interested in learning counselling skills or training to become a counsellor/psychotherapist?
Visit us at:- www.malachiteschoolofcounselling.co.uk to learn more
Therapies offered
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Fees
£50.00 - £80.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Initial Meeting is free - Your first session provides a space to explore what you feel you may wish to work through in counselling and whether you feel counselling is right for you. It's important for you to find a counsellor you feel comfortable to work with. Therefore there is no obligation to come to continue with further sessions if you feel I am not the right fit for you.
Individuals sessions thereafter are between £50-£80 per 50 minute session - Price will be agreed during the Initial Meeting where sessions are normally on the same day each week, but can be tailored to meet needs for shift workers. I offer both short term solution focused sessions or longer term open ended sessions depending on what you feel you need.
Some concessions are available for students and those on low incomes.
Practice based in Hounslow or online via ZOOM.
When I work
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Online via ZOOM and face-to-face sessions in Hounslow available
Further information
Malachite Counselling works to help identify healthier ways of managing mental health illness and specialises in depression, stress, anxiety, self-esteem and building confidence as well as working with victims/survivors of domestic violence and other forms of childhood abuse.
I am a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and abide by their Ethical Framework.
I am also able to provide counselling in your home for those who may be housebound or have mobility issues - Please ask for more information.
