Maureen Cunningham
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About me
I'm a dedicated and compassionate Counsellor, working to support individuals throughout their personal journeys. I provided empathetic listening and insightful guidance, and am here to help you navigate life's challenges and find clarity in your path.
Everyone deserves a safe space to express and explore their feelings. My approach is client centred, focusing on your unique needs and experiences. Whether your facing emotional difficulties, relationship challenges, or seeking personal growth, I provide an supportive and non-judgemental environment to help you work through your concerns.
I provide a listening ear and understanding to help you process your emotions. Assistance with problem solving, decision making and goal-setting, and providing information on mental health topics, coping strategies and personal development.
I offer a safe space to share your thoughts, and personalised sessions to address your specific concerns and goals.
Whether you're looking to improve your mental well-being, strengthen your relationships, or achieve personal goals, I'm here to support you every step of the way. I'm looking forward to working with you to create positive changes and enhance your overall quality of life.
Feel free to contact me - I'm here to listen and help.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am an integrative counsellor with a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and extensive clinical experience within the NHS Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) Service. My work with carers at a support service has given me deep insights into the challenges they face, and I bring a personal understanding of disabilities and learning difficulties to my practice.
With over 25 years of experience in education, I provide counselling to students and young people within school settings. My expertise spans a wide range of issues, including social interaction, emotional support, autism (ASD), ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, children and young people's mental health, walk and talk therapy, school avoidance, pastoral care, physical disabilities, and learning difficulties.
I offer a safe, supportive space where you can talk and be listened to without judgment. Our sessions provide a confidential environment for you to explore your feelings, emotions, and experiences, fostering a deeper understanding of yourself. Whether you're navigating current challenges or reflecting on past experiences, I am here to support your journey toward healing and personal growth.
Drawing on my personal experiences with physical and learning disabilities, I am passionate about offering counselling to a diverse range of individuals, including those with physical and learning disabilities and older adults. As a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I am committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical practice.
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
£65.00 per session
Free initial telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I believe that everyone should have access to quality counselling services, which is why I offer a range of pricing options to suit different needs:
Standard Session Fee: £65 per session (50 minutes)
Concessionary Rates: Reduced fees are available for students, low-income individuals, and those receiving benefits. Please contact me directly to discuss your eligibility and the available rates.
Initial Consultation: I offer an initial consultation, giving you the opportunity to explore whether my counselling approach is the right fit for you.
My goal is to make counselling accessible and affordable, while still maintaining the quality and care you deserve. If you have any questions about fees, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
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I understand that flexibility is important when seeking counselling services, which is why I offer a range of appointment times to accommodate your schedule.
