Marzena Barton
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About me
Life can often be overwhelming, leaving you feeling stuck, isolated, or as though you've lost control over it. As a counsellor trained in humanistic and trauma-informed practices, I understand the profound impact these challenges can have on your emotional and physical well-being, as well as on your relationships, work, and family connections.
My approach is compassionate and collaborative, allowing us to work together to explore your experiences and find meaningful ways to regain control, confidence, and balance in your life. Together, we can uncover your inner strength and develop healthier strategies for navigating life's challenges. I understand that every person is unique, and healing requires a holistic and tailored process that honours the mind, body and spirit.
Drawing from diverse range of therapeutic modalities, including person-centred, existentialism, gestalt I integrate evidence-based techniques to create a flexible and personalised framework for each client. My trauma-informed practice recognises the profound impact of adverse experiences on mental health and prioritises safety, trust , and empowerment throughout our work together.
I have experience assisting clients with a variety of challenges, including but not limited to:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Stress
- PTSD
- Adverse childhood experiences
- Family issues
- Relationship problems
- Narcissistic relationships
- Low self-esteem
- Intrusive thoughts
- Bereavement/loss
Whether we are focusing on processing past experiences, managing current struggles, or building tools for brighter future, my goal is to walk alongside you with empathy and care as you find your path to healing and growth.
In addition to traditional talk therapy, I incorporate mindfulness, somatic awareness, and creative exploration to help clients access deeper levels of understanding and connection. I believe in fostering therapeutic relationship that is collaborative and empowering, guiding you to reconnect with your strengths and move forward with greater confidence and clarity.
Above all, I'm passionate about holding space for your story and helping you navigate the complexities of life with authenticity and hope.
Training, qualifications & experience
I'm a member or the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, (BACP), I work within their ethical framework and guidance.
Professional qualifications include:
- CPCAB TC-L4 Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling – BACP Approved
- Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling – Counselling Tutor
- Foundation Training Using Sandtray in Counselling Practice
- Trauma Informed Practice Training, New Pathways - Life beyond sexual violence
- Voluntary work for Pembrokeshire Counselling Service
- Voluntary work for New Pathways Life beyond sexual violence
- Elite Mentorship Trainer, Sage Academy
- Somatic Therapy for Complex Trauma Certification Training, PESI UK (ongoing)
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
£50.00 per session
Free initial telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I'm passionate about making counselling easy to access by providing face-to-face, online and telephone sessions that you can attend from any safe and private space.
Sessions are 60 min each.
I strongly believe that finding the right counsellor for you its the most important thing when starting out on this journey, therefore I offer a free 15 min introduction call which will help you decide if I am the right fit for you.
When I work
I work Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm, evenings and weekends available upon request. Please get in touch via email marzena@thriveandtransform.co.uk or call 07792963256
