Paula Ryans
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About me
Hello, and welcome.
Do you struggle with thoughts racing through your mind that you can't switch off? Do you find yourself replaying conversations over and over and worry constantly about what might happen in the future? Do you feel like you are drifting through life and aren't living it to the full? Do you want to change things, but don't have the energy, or you're finding it hard to keep it together on the outside?
If you’re going through something difficult, you may find it hard to open up, even to those closest to you, leading to feelings of isolation. I understand that reaching out for help can feel daunting, which is why building a warm, genuine therapeutic relationship is at the heart of my approach. I hold a Master’s degree in Person-Centred Therapy and offer a calm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions at your own pace.
I am an experienced therapist who has supported many clients of all ages through significant life transitions and the emotions that arise, including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties.
Coming to see me can help you gain clarity and insight into the issues affecting you, and support you to understand what truly matters to you. As you begin to make sense of your situation, you may find you feel more grounded, self-aware, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life.
Training, qualifications & experience
I hold a Masters in Person-Centred Experiential Counselling and Psychotherapy and have spent many years counselling children, young people, and adults in organisations and private practice for a variety of issues. I have worked in schools as a special needs coordinator, pastoral support and family support for most of my career.
My training includes:
Masters (Level 7) in Person Centred and Experiential Counselling and Psychology - Nottingham University
Level 2 Certificate Introduction to Counselling Skills
BSc Psychology - Humberside University
Postgraduate Certificate in Special Needs Education - Northampton University
Understanding Autism & Good Autism Practice - Autism Education Trust Professional Development Programme
Solution Focused Coaching - Greg James and Lincolnshire County Council
Training in Bereavement Counselling - John Wilson
ASIST Suicide First Aid - NW Counselling Hub
Preganancy and Baby Loss Accredited Practitioner - Foundation for Infant Loss
Dometic Abuse Champion - LDASS
Working with Children and Young People that Self-harm - CASY counselling
Moving Counselling Practice Online
Tutor for Level 2 Introduction to Counselling Skills - NW CounsellingHub
Personalised Eating Disorder Support - PEDS
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.
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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Fees
£50.00 per session
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Additional information
I offer a free 30-minute consultation call to give you the opportunity to get to know me, ask any questions you may have, and decide whether I feel like the right therapist for you.
Sessions are £50 per 50 minutes.
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