Paula Gardner
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About me
I am a couples and relationship therapist working with people who are struggling right now. For a couple that might mean that you've grown apart and can't see a way to regain what you once had, or you may even be dealing with the aftermath of an affair. I often see couples from blended families who want a little extra help in navigating bringing two families together.
For an individual, it could be that you're looking for a way to assess what's right for you and your future. You may be coping with a trauma; trying to get on with your life but finding that difficult. This could be showing up for you in difficulties sleeping or concentrating, or even symptoms of anxiety.
My approach is very much focused on what's going on for you right now. If we need to delve into the past, we will, but we'll also set practical experiments between sessions, to help you start feeling better as soon as possible.
I use a gentle and effective tool called Rewind to deal with trauma, one which I regularly use with veterans suffering from PTSD.
I see people online and face to face in Hythe and Folkestone. For individuals, I also offer outdoor sessions, where we walk and talk - ideal for anyone who wants a bit more exercise, and the very act of walking helps our brains process and heal.
You can take the next step by visiting my website where you can book a free consultation, or emailing me to arrange a no-obligation chat.
Training, qualifications & experience
MHGI
I am a fully qualified member of the Human Givens Institute, which works with The Human Givens, a form of therapy that is solution focused and aims to improve life for you as soon as possible.
My experience has been split between my own private practice and working with a local community organisation, delivering therapy to members with issues such as addiction, ASD, and trauma.
MSc in Business Psychology
I have a Masters in Business Psychology and have previously owned my own PR and marketing company. I am very experienced in working with businesses at all levels, and understand the issues that can bring added stress to CEOs, business owners, entrepreneurs and freelancers. Likewise, I often go into businesses to work with them on a group training or one to one counselling basis with employees.
Coaching
I am also a coach, having trained with the ICF accredited school Animas, and have been coaching young people in mental health and preparing for work, for many years.
Member organisations
The Human Givens Institute (HGI) is both a membership organisation and a professional body representing the interests of those in the caring and teaching professions who have an interest in or utilise the human givens approach. Counselling Directory register Registered Members (MHGI) and Fellow Members (FHGI), who will have completed the Post Graduate Practitioner's Assessment (Part III) and who are fully qualified to practise as a human givens therapist or counsellor. 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
Therapies offered
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Fees
£85.00 - £120.00
Free initial telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I work with solution-focused therapy, which is often shorter and less drawn out than many forms of counselling. People often feel significantly better within a couple of sesions.
Fees for individuals are £85 per session for a full hour. Couple counselling is £120 for 75 minutes.
When I work
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Further information
I have an enhanced DBS.
