Minnow Aspinall

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MBACP Adv Dip Integrative Counselling
Available for new clients
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This professional is available for new clients.

location_on Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1LD
Available for new clients
Available for new clients

This professional is available for new clients.

About me

I offer face to face talking therapy as well as walking and talking therapy. I see clients with a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, bereavement, relationship problems, addiction, family issues and many more.

In my comfortable and simple, purpose built counselling room I sit to listen and talk with clients, this is a lovely environment for clients seeking a safe contained space in which to discuss their issues.

I also walk with many of my clients in various beautiful locations around Dorchester and Bridport, using the myriad physical and mental health benefits of walking and the raw energy of nature to aid problem solving and healing.

Training, qualifications & experience

I trained with Iron Mill College in an Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling followed by a Post Qualifying Diploma in Counselling Young People (8-18) and a Certificate in Working With Couples and Other Relationships. I am an Accredited Member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists.

I am deeply interested in a wide range of counselling topics so constantly refresh, update and expand my experience through CPD courses and workshops. Please see my website for further information.

Member organisations

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BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

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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).

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Accredited register membership

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies offered

Fees

£50.00 - £70.00
Free initial telephone session

Concessions offered for

  • check_circle Low income
  • check_circle Students
  • check_circle Trainee counsellors
  • check_circle Unemployed
  • check_circle Refugees

Additional information

Our initial 15 minute telephone or Zoom chat is free

My individual indoor/zoom sessions last an hour and cost £50

My outdoor sessions are an hour and cost £50

Couples, families and relationships are an hour and cost £70

When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Night

I prefer to see clients between 9am and 5pm Tuesday to Friday.

Further information

I offer some spaces at a 25% discount for student counsellors and people on low income.

Malak House 99 High Street, Fordington, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1LD

Type of session

In person
Online
Home visits

Types of client

Children (0-12)
Young people (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Couples
Families

Key details

DBS check info

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I am able to offer walks which are wheelchair friendly.

Online platforms

Zoom
FaceTime
Whatsapp