Richard MacBlain

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MSc. PGCE Bsc.(hons.)

About me

Stillness ~ Warmth ~ Genuine Attention.

I offer person-centred counselling for adults and young people who want a thoughtful, non-judgemental space to explore life as it is, not as it “should” be. My work is grounded in the belief that being deeply heard can create the conditions for insight, self-trust and change. 

I believe in the power of connection…with ourselves, with others and with the world around us.

My aim is to create a safe and welcoming space where you can slow down, reflect and explore your own journey.

With a background in personal development, education and fostering support for individuals and communities, I advocate a personal, compassionate approach.

I work with a diverse range of clients but have specific skills in neurodivergence, compassion, relational work, corporate engagement and education. 

The relationship matters

Counselling is not about being assessed from a distance. It is a shared, respectful relationship where your pace, language and lived experience are central. We work together to understand what feels difficult, what feels important, and what may be possible next.

Training, qualifications & experience

  • Msc Psycholgy (partial)
  • Msc Inclusion & Diversity 
  • Level 5 Diploma in Person Centered Counselling and Therapy
  • PGCE
  • BSc. (Hons.) Sociology with Law
  • FdSc. In Youth and Community Development 
  • Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
  • ASIST Suicide Intervention Training 
  • Level 2 Bereavement Support Training 
  • Autism Champion
  • Safeguarding Level 2
  • Self Harm Awareness Training

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

Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies offered

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Fees

£50.00 - £70.00

Concessions offered for

  • Students
  • Trainee counsellors

Additional information

Fee range reflects options for indoor sessions, outdoor therapy and group work. Please feel free to get in touch to discuss these any further, all queries welcome

When I work

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Early morning
Morning
Early afternoon
Late afternoon
Evening

I have some availability outside of the suggested times. I would welcome a call to discuss what works for you and we can see if we can find a time that suits us both. 

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone
Home visits

Types of client

Young people (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Groups
Organisations

Key details

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Online platforms

Google Meet
Microsoft Teams
Whatsapp
Zoom

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