Monique Biddy

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location_on London W4 & SW5
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About me

I draw from three different modalities which are Person-centred, Transactional Analysis and Gestalt. My approach to working is holistic which means I tentatively tune into the complications you bring to therapy, from a mental, emotional, and spiritual perspective. Sensitive analysis enables me to dissect the complexities that people experience and I also use a range of creative interventions in my practice such as; stone work, embodiment, worksheets and more. I'm a spiritual person with a keen interest in Tarot and I include tarot cards in my work. I believe that tarot offers people the opportunity of deep introspection, meaningful insight and heightens inner trust - how you relate to the imagery on the cards is your truth. I offer a compassionate, holding, and intuitive atmosphere. 

I understand that life’s trials and tribulations can have an affect on your daily life. No matter how much you try to carry on, your problems still seem to travel with you. I quote; “we are a little bit of everywhere we’ve been” as a result, you’ve taken many forms that are untrue to your authentic self. This may present itself in the face of shame, anxiety, depression, attachment issues, self-criticism, abandonment, habitual patterns of behaviour and much more. You may be suffering with grief and loss that feels difficult to bear with each passing day. Sharing what you’re carrying can feel intense and together, we’ll carefully explore what is weighing on you from your past and your present life, with the aim to enhance your self-awareness that will empower you going forward.

There'll be times when I may challenge your perspective and ways of being in your world, not because you are wrong but rather to facilitate self-reflection that can help you to understand yourself in ways you may not have considered previously. 

Training, qualifications & experience

I am a qualified and experienced Humanistic counsellor and registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

I obtained my Diploma at Metanoia Institute and my BSc Degree from Middlesex University.

I also obtained my level 2 and 3 certificates in Counselling skills and studies at Hackney Community College in Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPCAB).

I have experience in working with anxiety, depression, stress, abandonment trauma, Post-traumatic stress, relational issues, anger, value and belief systems, critical thought patterns, Narcissistic abuse, OCD, grief, loss, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, Autism, suicide ideation, pregnancy related issues, developing self-awareness, heightened sense of self.

Member organisations

BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

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

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Other areas of counselling I deal with

Single parent related issues, Habitual thoughts, 

Therapies offered

Fees

£70.00 per session

Concessions offered for

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Additional information

Prior to commencing your therapy sessions, I offer a free 20-minute assessment via phone call, so I can get to know a bit about you and what brings you to therapy.

Therapy sessions last for 50 minutes each.

I offer concession rates depending on eligibility and space. 

When I work

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Further information

The beginning stages of therapy can come with feelings of overwhelm and uncertainty. We will move at a pace that you are able to manage. I provide a trustworthy and safe space where you can come and be free to express yourself in the way you need to without judgement.

During the first session, we'll discuss what you're hopes are for therapy going forward.

We'll have a review sessions every 6-8 weeks to reflect on how therapy is going for you.

I offer in-person sessions and online sessions.

1A Belmont Road, London, Greater London, W4 5UL

2 Kenway Road, London, Greater London, SW5 0RR

Type of session

In person
Online

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)

Online platforms

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