Nikki Mellard
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About me
I offer face to face counselling in Petersfield and on-line support.
I’m an integrative counsellor which means I draw upon a range of relational counselling approaches and theories allowing me to work intuitively, creatively and flexibly with a wide range of presenting issues.
It can be hard to know which therapy might help or suit you best. Current research shows that the single most important aspect of any successful therapy is the relationship that is co-created between counsellor and client. This relationship is what defines my practice.
I’m happy to work with you for a time-limited number of sessions or open-ended longer term work.
Training, qualifications & experience
I have level 4 Diploma in therapeutic counselling.
I abide by the code of ethics of both the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and also the Association of Christian Counsellors (ACC).
I am also the Director of a Christian Charity in London offering support to men and women following pregnancy loss and support when facing an unplanned pregnancy.
I am constantly developing professionally with further training and studies.
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.
The Association of Christian Counsellors and Linked Professions is a professional body representing and setting standards for Christian counselling and care in the UK. The organisation is made up of various different membership categories, including Counsellor and Accredited, and requires all members working as counsellors to undertake Continuous Professional Development on a regular basis.
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
Therapies offered
Fees
£50.00 - £60.00
Further information
Why Counselling?
We all need support and help overcoming difficulties at different times in our life. I believe the most important aspect of successful therapy is the relationship that is co-created between the counsellor and client. I offer a safe, supportive and empathic space for you to process your thoughts, feelings and behaviour patterns which may prevent you living a satisfactory and fulfilling life. Counselling can enable you to find a way of coming to terms with the past and recognise its impact on the present. It may also provide you with support whilst you make what may feel like challenging changes. Together we’ll go on a journey of self-exploration and discovery to help you gain the clarity and direction needed for change and growth.
Who is counselling for?
Anyone who feels that they are struggling with life at the moment would benefit from counselling. Common reasons for seeking counselling include: depression, anxiety, bereavement, low self esteem, pregnancy loss (abortion, miscarriage), unplanned pregnancy, identity issues, family problems, relationship difficulties, spirituality, work related issues, trauma, sexual abuse. I have experience in working with all of the above.
How many sessions will I need?
This is something that will become clear in the first few meetings – some issues respond well to short-term work – others take time to be worked through. I can work flexibly with the issues you bring.
How to get started?
Trying to find a therapist can be a daunting experience, so I usually suggests an initial introductory session. It will be important to discuss what has brought you to therapy, to explore your hopes and expectations and whether you are comfortable working with me.
How Might I Experience the Process?
Therapy is a very personal process; sometimes it raises painful feelings, so you may go through a period of feeling worse that when you started! However, therapy should enable you to feel better in the long run. Usually it takes a number of sessions before therapy starts to make a difference, so commitment to the process is important. Allowing adequate time for a ‘good’ ending to the counselling is a key aspect of our work together.
