About me
Life can be challenging at times. We all need support, understanding and a 'safe space' to share and explore things that maybe troubling us, so we can begin to heal - I am here to provide that for you.
I am a highly empathic and caring therapist, with over 10 years of experience helping others. I am here to offer you myself and my skills to support you in whatever challenges you may be experiencing or feeling today, whether they be emotional, physical or relational.
As a person-centred counsellor, I believe the relationship we build & the trust and understanding we create is key to the counselling process. It also means you are the expert in your life & experiences, and I am here to support you in reflecting, healing, making positive changes & gaining greater understanding.
Fees - Pricing:
Standard session £70.00 each and last 50 mins
Longer session (on request) £100.00 each and last 1 h 15 mins
(concession rates available for low incomes)
Please get in touch: 07930 891122 or use the 'Email me' button to the right of my circular profile picture.
FREE introductory call available
https://www.classictherapy.co.uk/
Session Types:
(standard are 50 mins length)
IN PERSON - we meet in the comfort of a private room and engage in face-to-face therapy.
VIDEO - online video platforms: Zoom, Google Meet, Whatsapp
PHONE - over the phone
WALK & TALK - we carry out the session while on the move surrounded by nature and fresh air, for those that prefer a different and active form of therapy - (daylight & weather permitting)
How long will I need counselling for?
I offer both short and longer-term therapy, and we can explore what suits your needs in our first session. There is no magic formula here but I would allow a minimum of 3-6 sessions to feel the initial benefits.
Where appropriate, we can also regularly review how you are experiencing the counselling journey & sessions.
Confidentiality:
Everything we discuss remains in confidence, with limited exceptions which will be explained before our first session.
I very much look forward to meeting you.
Training, qualifications & experience
For more than a decade, I have helped a diverse range of clients with their needs and issues, including: anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, Men's issues, negative self-talk, anger, ADHD, Neurodiversity, addictions, alcohol, attachments, breakups, employment issues, loneliness, porn, relationships, self-harm, sexual issues, shame & guilt, lack of meaning, loss & grief etc.
My experience includes private clients and various counselling services including carer support, women’s refuge and drugs & alcohol recovery.
Main qualifications:
- Diploma In Therapeutic Counselling
- British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP): Certificate of Proficiency & Membership
- NLP Certified Practitioner
Training highlights:
- Certificate In Online and Telephone Counselling
- Substance Misuse - Drugs & Alcohol
- Domestic Abuse Awareness
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).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
As you can see, I am able to work with a wide range of problems & issues, and I have ticked many of them. During our FREE introductory call or first session, we can discuss what issues have brought you to therapy.
I have an Integrative approach to therapy, which means I use a variety of skills and techniques in the session to help & support you.
I will also happily use elements of Meditation & Mindfulness practise to help ground & relax you if asked for.
Most important I feel is that I am empathic towards you & your life; my intention is to understand, support, and empower you.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£70.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Fees: all session types are £70.00
(concession rates available for low incomes)
Booking & pre-payment in advance (block booking) is available, e.g. 6 sessions.
Payment is due before the start of each session; for remote clients, a payment link will be provided for you to enter a card payment or bank transfer.
When I work
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Further information
Session Length:
Standard sessions are 50 mins, and in our first session I can answer any questions you may have about therapy. We can discuss your needs, expectations & what has brought you to counselling, and how we will work together.
Payment:
Payment is due upfront before the start of any session. If Phone or Video call, payment should be made ideally 12 hours before the session begins to allow clearance.
I hold a current DBS Check and Public Liability Insurance.
