Richard Cupid
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This professional is available for new clients.
About me
- Are you struggling to be true to yourself?
- Do words fail you when you try to express your emotions?
- Has someone said your actions are hurting those you love?
- Have you experienced abuse and want to take back control?
Let’s make a change!
To see what it would be like to have support from me, check out my YouTube channel " My mental fitness plan " (https://tinyurl.com/29352py7)
I’m here to support you. I specialise in helping individuals, couples, and business owners manage emotional pain and find balance. Many of my clients are neurodiverse and this is an area I am keenly interested in, focusing on understanding the person beyond the diagnosis.
We’ll work together to ensure you don’t bring the stress of work home, improving your home life and well-being. But my main focus is on those who feel lost, not just business leaders.
Taking the first step to address indescribable emotions is often the hardest. I understand the courage it takes to speak up. I’ve faced these challenges myself, and I know how isolating it can feel. That’s why the relationship between you and your therapist is so important. It’s not just about talking; it’s about feeling safe, understood, and supported through your journey.
“I found myself for the first time, thanks to you.” - JW
I offer tailored support, aligned to your experiences, challenges, and strengths are unique, and so is my approach. Together, we’ll navigate the complexities of emotions, communication, and identity, creating strategies that work for your life.
“Richard offers practical strategies and compassion. He’s always easy to talk to.” - TH
I’m relaxed, approachable, and here with you every step of the way. I aim to help you find comfort and strength as we work through your challenges together.
I also work with men and couples, helping them express emotions, communicate better, and reduce conflict.
You deserve to feel understood and supported.
If you’d like to work together, please add your phone number to your email, and I’ll text you to arrange a call. Let's find a way forward, together.
Thank you for learning about what I can offer.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications
- Level 5 Professional Diploma
- Adverse childhood experiences training
- Nutrition Level 3
Experience
I have worked with individuals and groups to help overcome abuse, addiction, eating disorders, anxiety, depression and develop acceptance of schizophrenia and suicidalthoughts. I have struggled with my own mental health, and I know how difficult it can be to open up. It has led me on a path to understand how we can improve how we feel and maintain wellbeing. I have worked with several organisations and have a breadth of knowledge to draw upon to help you. Here are some examples of the work I have done.
The Well Communities
Working with people that have become addicted to drugs or alcohol to manage past trauma. Helping them find acceptance and freedom from themselves.
Victim Support
Group development and facilitation – Working on Turning the Spotlight - this focusedon reducing domestic violence and helping individuals and couples understand their behaviours, emotions and communication styles, building stronger relationships and awareness of how their actions can impact on their families.
Mind
Group development:
- Facilitation and offering one-to-one support for individuals living with
schizophrenia, helping them to express how it impacts on their lives and
working with them to find ways of managing their emotions and reactions to
hearing voices. - Food and Mood – created a bespoke course delivering a 12-week programme helping individuals understand the impacts of their association to food and how this can impact on their mental health.
Samaritans
- Listener and lead trainer:
- listening to those needing support during hard times in their lives. This included callers of all ages and those who were actively suicidal
- Training new volunteers to become Samaritans and supporting colleagues
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society
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In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 - £120.00
Free initial telephone session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Individual Sessions last 50 minutes for £60 - £80
Couples’ Sessions last 50 minutes for £90 - £120
Costs are on a sliding scale, this allows you to contribute to those that may not be able to afford a full session cost.
Available :
- Online via Zoom
- Face to Face
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