About me
Welcome to C.A.L.M.
Taking that first step towards counselling can sometimes feel daunting. You may be struggling with something that has been going on for a while, feeling overwhelmed by what’s happening in your life, or simply know that you don’t feel quite like yourself.
Whatever has brought you here, you don’t have to face it alone.
I believe that having someone who genuinely listens, without judgement, can make a real difference. My aim is to provide a warm, safe and supportive space where you can feel comfortable being yourself and talking openly about whatever is troubling you.
You don’t need to have everything figured out before you come to counselling, and you don’t need to know exactly what you want to achieve. Sometimes, the first step is simply having the opportunity to talk and feel heard.
My name is Niamh and I am an accredited member of the N.C.P.S. and a qualified Integrative Counsellor. I have 24 years’ experience supporting adults, children and young people aged 11–18, couples and families through a wide range of personal and emotional difficulties.
As an Integrative Counsellor, I draw on different therapeutic approaches because I believe that every person is unique and that counselling should be tailored to you as an individual. I am also trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (C.B.T.), which can be particularly helpful when working with issues such as anxiety, depression, anger and negative thinking patterns.
Over the years, I have supported clients with many different difficulties, including:
Anxiety and stress
Depression and low mood
Low self-esteem and confidence
Bereavement and loss
Self-harm
OCD
Bullying
Relationship difficulties
Emotional abuse
Anger management
Negative thinking patterns
Family and personal difficulties
I have experience working in private practice, schools and clients homes, supporting people of different ages and from a variety of backgrounds.
How I Can Help
I offer a confidential, caring and compassionate service, where you can talk openly and honestly without fear of judgement.
I will listen to you and help you explore what is troubling you. We will work together at your pace, using therapeutic techniques that are suited to your individual needs.
Building a trusting therapeutic relationship is extremely important to me. I want you to feel heard, understood, respected and valued throughout your counselling journey.
I believe that positive change doesn’t always have to involve making huge changes all at once. Sometimes, small steps can make a significant difference to how we feel and how we manage life’s challenges.
If you’re considering counselling but aren’t sure whether it’s right for you, please feel free to get in touch. We can have an initial conversation and explore how I may be able to support you.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Advanced Diploma Integrative Counselling
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Certificate Level 3
- Certificate Counselling Skills
- Certificate Counselling Concepts
- Certificate Working With Young People
- Certificate in Demonstrating Positive Outcomes
- Certificate in Working With Self Harm
- Certificate in Support Planning
- Certificate in Child Sexual Exploitation
- Certificate in Stress and Anxiety Management
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
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.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£55.00 - £85.00
Additional information
Individual Counselling per session £55
Couples Counselling per session £75
Mediation/Family sessions £85
