Michael Gorwood
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About me
Counsellor, MBACP and MNCPS registered, PG Dip, (MGCounsellingServices)
Hello, I'm Michael. If you are struggling with issues of anxiety, feeling low and unmotivated for life, trapped in addiction or finding a caring role especially difficult, then I am here to help. I am passionate about the therapeutic process and how it can help you to live with more freedom in life . With a diverse background that ranges from construction and development, to working with challenging teenagers, my path to becoming a counsellor has been anything but conventional. Yet, it's these unique experiences that have shaped my approach to counselling and my commitment to helping individuals and couples in their pursuit of well-being. Your session will be in a confidential and comfortable space, with every effort made to give you the best environment possible to explore your issues. Please contact me to find out any additional information or speak further. Thankyou
Training, qualifications & experience
I have studied levels 2 through to my level 4 diploma in counselling, as well as completing a level 4-5 university certificate in counselling.
I have vast experience of working with many different members of society through my work with charities over the years, especially in the fields of Addiction and Caring Roles.
I have engaged with many differing forms of counselling and feel my approach is effective and comfortable for my clients.
Through regular supervision and continued personal development, I offer my clients fresh approaches and the professional level of help they deserve.
Above all, I feel my life experience in many challenging areas provides me with an ability to connect with clients from all walks of life and help to see life as they experience it.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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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.
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
My specialities are in the fields of addiction, both the addict and the families, and people who find themselves in caring roles.
I am open to work with other issues also.
Therapies offered
Fees
£45.00 - £70.00
Free initial in-person, telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Counselling sessions – 50 mins - £50
I understand the financial challenges that caring roles can sometimes bring. If you're a registered carer, or someone struggling with issues linked to addiction, feel free to reach out to me for more information about potential discounts and special offers tailored to your unique situation.
Further information
My own personal experiences have taught me the transformative power of counselling and I am deeply committed to providing you with the same level of support and guidance that I've personally benefited from. Together, we can work towards greater self-awareness, emotional resilience, and a more fulfilling life. If you're ready to take the next step on your path to well-being, please don't hesitate to reach out. I look forward to embarking on this journey with you.
Many clients report a huge sense of relief when they take that initial step to reach out and arrange a session, so contact me and explore some options to move forward with your life.
I will always attempt to provide session times that best work for you, as I appreciate that finding the time in a busy life for therapy is sometimes one of the biggest blocks to accessing that needed support.
