Paula Bradburn

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Dip. Counselling(MBACP) Registered. Supervisor
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Stockport, Cheshire, SK1 3DG
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About me

I offer face to face, on-line, telephone support and home visits within a 3 mile radius of Stockport for individuals that would otherwise struggle to access face to face therapy sessions. Perhaps you are feeling lonely, isolated or generally struggling in life or day to day commitments.
If Counselling is something you have thought about and want to discuss further without obligation  then get in touch. Take care I look forward to hearing from you.


Life can sometimes leave us feeling unable to cope and in need of someone safe we can talk to.  Communication for all of us can be a struggle at times, exploring the difficulties and learning new ways to communicate can really enhance relationships. Allowing ourselves to make positive changes to move from where we are to where we would like to be, maybe you feel stuck, stressed or isolated...this is where counselling can help

please either email me at mycounselling@icloud.com  Paula Bradburn via Counselling Directory or contact me on 07450 558 111

It can be especially difficult for men to come forward and engage in therapy, often it can be that they believe men should or need to be/feel a certain way within society. The journey does not have to be alone it does help to talk or share and bring in the choices that are accessible to you.

The impact of the Pandemic has heightened fears of the world in general for people too. If you feel you can Identify with anything you have read and think that talking can help then please do reach out.


We can all be affected by events that have happened in our childhood which can then impact our present day relationships. This can then result in our lives becoming difficult to manage, leaving us with anxieties or feeling helpless.

I am committed and experienced in supporting Individuals and Families coping with a recent or existing diagnosis of autism / learning disability.

I offer a professional, non-judgemental and confidential therapy service to Individuals. I am qualified and skilled to work with couples at affordable rates starting with an initial session of 30-minutes this will provide you with the opportunity to talk about the difficulties you wish to work on in therapy, whilst allowing you to discuss any anxieties you may have and help you decide whether or not I am the right counsellor for you.

The areas of difficulties I have extensive experience of working within include:
abuse, trauma, childhood issues, anxiety, relationship problems, low self esteem, panic attacks, isolation, stress and anger management, depression, bereavement and loss, domestic violence, neglect, also addiction.

I have 12 years experience of working with adults with all aspects of learning disability including aspergers, autistic spectrum, epilepsy,cerebral palsy, as well as there struggle with obsessive compulsive disorder.

I have a particular interest in working with those who have endured isolation and loneliness within relationships and family breakdowns. Including working with couples who feel stuck, communication has stopped and they feel they have lost direction however want to move forward.

Our initial session will include assessment of your therapy needs.
Sessions are priced at £45 per hour for Individuals and £60 per 90 mins for Couples.  I also offer sessions for Students, single parents and those on low incomes at a reduced rate, which can all be negotiated.
This can ensure you have the option of accessing counselling if you so wish.

I run my own private practice conveniently located in the centre of Stockport and easily accessible by public transport (walking distance of main bus routes and Stockport Train and Bus stations) and by Car with limited  on-site parking available during session time.  In addition to my own private practice. I have extensive experience of working within G.P. Surgeries with clients presenting diverse issues including : - loneliness, breast cancer, anxiety, stress, terminal illness, domestic abuse, including offering support for partners, children and relatives of those who have been abused.
I have experience of working within women's groups as well as various other therapy groups.

I am a member of the British Association for Counselling and Pyschotherapy (MBACP) and adhere to their exacting guidelines and ethical framework. I am a BACP registered member on the Accredited register.

I carry full compreshive insurance and have a current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
I am also fully committed to continuing my training and studies to enhance and broaden my current range of skills further to provide the highest professional service.

Contact 07450558111 to arrange a convenient appointment.

Training, qualifications & experience

Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Certificate in Counselling Skills
Certificate in Counselling Concepts
Certificate in Safeguarding vulnerable Adults from Abuse
Certificate in Safeguarding of Children
Certificate in Autism Awareness
101 Course in Transactional Analysis

CERTIFICATE IN SUPERVISION attained at The Manchester Institute of Psychotherapy.

Certificate in Couples and Relationships Skills, attained at Macclesfield Counselling and Training Centre.

10 years + experience within the field of Abuse towards Women. ( Domestic ) ( Physical | Emotional | Mental | Sexual ).
12 years experience working with Adults in the field of Mental Health combined with learning disabilities.
3 years voluntary Counselling experience in Medical Centres within the Stockport area.

Experience working as a volunteer for a charitable organisation providing families in the local community with a source of support.

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

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Fees

£45.00 per session

Concessions offered for

  • Low income
  • Keyworkers
  • OAPs
  • Students
  • Trainee counsellors
  • Unemployed

Additional information

Initial session (30-mins)
£45.00 per session (60-mins) Individual Therapy
£60.00 per session (90-mins) Couple Counselling

* Reduced fees offered for students, single parents and individuals on benefits. The fees can be negotiated on a person to person basis dependent on circumstances it does not mean that therapy is out of your reach.

When I work

Monday to Saturday 8:00am - 8:00pm

Further information

I hold and maintain a current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
I carry comprehensive professional indemnity insurance cover.

please take a look at my website.

I am also a qualified Supervisor more information is located on my web page.

www.pbcounselling.co.uk

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The Labyrinth Business Centre, 43-47 Middle Hillgate, Stockport, Cheshire, SK1 3DG

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone
Home visits

Types of client

Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Couples

Key details

DBS check

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I am located on the 2nd floor so therefore need to climb stairs to gain access to my lovely, quiet welcoming room.

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None.

Supervision

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Paula Bradburn
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