Maria Storey Walker
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About me
I am a UKCP registered transpersonal integrative psychotherapist, qualified to work with adults, children and young people.
My approach is based on talking therapy combined with creative exploration. I take a depth psychological view, recognising all dimensions of consciousness, and seeing a problem as potentially a guide from the unconscious. In the words of James Hillman (1990) the ‘symptom is the first herald of an awakening psyche which will not tolerate any more abuse’ (p. 18). I believe in the importance of individuals realising their full potential and in bringing balance to life.
As an integrative psychotherapist I will draw from a range of different approaches dependent on the client’s needs. We will look at the difficulties you are facing, and attempt to understand them from past, present and future perspectives. How do your past experiences and upbringing affect who you are today? What challenges are you currently facing and how can you best address these? How can you fulfil your full potential in the future? Using the knowledge gained we will work together to bring about change in your life. As a transpersonal psychotherapist, I believe in the importance of integrating all aspects of a client’s wellbeing including the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual dimensions.
Working creatively can reveal the unconscious and bring balance to the psyche. It is also useful for exploring preverbal issues, for clients who have difficulties finding words to express themselves, or when working with young children and adolescents. Creative interventions may include working with dreams, drawing, sand tray and visualisations.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapy and Counselling
Centre for Counselling & Psychotherapy Education (CCPE) - Diploma in Psychotherapy and Counselling
Centre for Counselling & Psychotherapy Education (CCPE) - MA Transpersonal Child, Adolescent & Family Therapy
De Montfort University - MA Natural Sciences
Trinity Hall, Cambridge - Diploma in Supervision
Centre for Supervision & Team Development (CSTD) - Certificate in Integrative Sandplay Studies
Association for Integrative Sandplay Therapists (AIST)
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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The UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) is a leading professional body for the education, training and regulation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Its register is accredited by the government's Professional Standards Authority.
As part of its commitment to protect the public, it works to improve access to psychotherapy, to support and disseminate research, to improve standards and to respond effectively to complaints against its members.
UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Fees
£55.00 per session
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