Pat Hopewell
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About me
At the core of my approach is the belief that you are the expert of your own experience. Consequently, only you can truly determine what choices are best for you moment-to-moment. In my practice, judgement is absent, and I refrain from directing the topics of discussion. Instead, I offer support through active listening and empathising with any difficulties you encounter while processing your lived experience. This collaborative approach enables you to gain insights and discover your own solutions. Together we will establish a safe and trustworthy therapeutic relationship where you can freely express yourself, work towards the change you desire, cultivate personal growth, and nurture your sense of well-being.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a fully accredited member of UKCP and my credentials include a BA Joint Hons in English and Theology and an MSc in Person-Centred and Experiential Psychotherapy. I trained as a therapist at the Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute in Nottingham and have experience working in various counselling organisations in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. Currently I am in private practice and a volunteer in the listening service team that supports the Nottinghamshire Police Force.
Member organisations
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The UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) is a leading professional body for the education, training and regulation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Its register is accredited by the government's Professional Standards Authority.
As part of its commitment to protect the public, it works to improve access to psychotherapy, to support and disseminate research, to improve standards and to respond effectively to complaints against its members.
UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. 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).
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I am able to work with clients who may experience suicide ideation and self-harm as part of their therapeutic difficulties rather than these areas being the sole focus of the therapy
Therapies offered
Fees
£55.00 per session
Additional information
I believe in providing flexibility and affordability and am open to discussing any discretionary concessions that may be applicable in your case. Let's have a conversation to determine the best fee arrangement for you.
Further information
I am a cis-gender female and use the pronouns she/her. I conduct all of my counselling in the English language.
