About me
For love and life, let's build courage together.
The world can be very dark and difficult. During or after painful experiences, you may find yourself feeling changed somehow. Things just aren't the same. You feel hopeless, lost or at absolute rock bottom.
In our space, even the most horrendous experiences can be explored openly and without judgement. I'll sit with you in your deep darkness and emotional pain without rushing to solutions or offering false reassurance. Sometimes, before we can move forward, we need somewhere safe and honest to stop and make sense of where we are, in a world where some things just cannot be squared.
Clients often describe me as down-to-earth, genuine and straightforward and I understand that life is often messy, complicated and unfair. Our therapeutic relationship will reflect those realities and excessive clinical jargon will not prevent raw human contact here. You may have noticed now that I am particularly comfortable working with the two extremes of life's emotions, love and loss. But we most certainly can (and probably will!) cover all sorts in between.
I am particularly interested in the ways we seek, experience, lose, and interpret love and connection in life.
I also support autistic and other neurodivergent clients, including ADHD and OCD. You do not have to be diagnosed - if you suspect such conditions, you are still welcome to explore the possibility or your feelings about it.
You may feel like the world has become too dark. You may feel that some feelings could never be expressed. Perhaps you yourself are a counsellor, or an emergency worker wanting support after hearing or seeing the unimaginable. Maybe you are lost, or you have lost all hope. If you are questioning everything - including yourself - I'll be right there with you.
A simple booking form for a free initial consultation can also be found at:
https://cal.com/ryan-hadley-iz9fnp/initial-consultation
I offer both video and phone consultations and you can choose the preference in the form.
Training, qualifications & experience
- MSc Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy Studies (Merit)
- BA Philosophy (2:1)
- Level 4 Certificate in Counselling Practice
- I also volunteer my support for a local counselling charity.
- 5 years of experience with clients dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship issues
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Universities Psychotherapy & Counselling Association
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
Life transitions
Identity issues
Therapies offered
Photos & videos
Fees
£45.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Due to the room rental fees at the centre I operate out of, I ask for payment in advance for all sessions. Appointments cancelled at least 48 hours before the scheduled session will receive a full refund. Cancellations made with less than 48 hours' notice are non-refundable.
All sessions are 50 mins with the exception of the initial assessment, which is 60 mins.
Standard / initial assessment: £45.00
Income under £20000 per year: £40.50
Trainee counsellors / unemployed / students / OAPs: £38.50
When I work
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Further information
The centre I operate from in Sutton Coldfield is a hidden gem, I think. Cozy rooms, communal garden and kitchen facilities (I always offer a glass of water or hot drink before the session). I feel it's got a nice vibe and it is right in the middle of town, yet still with plenty of parking opportunities. If you drive, you can quite literally walk from Duke Street car park straight onto the premises through the garden. Bus stops are almost as close on the Birmingham Road. Of course, the train station is about 10 / 15 mins away, too.
My style of existential therapy is about encouraging you to live life with your own mind and we'll explore your personality; your core. I'll gently challenge you to find your courageous self, so that you can anchor decisions and actions to this foundation. And therapy is not always sadness or tears. Energy, and laughter - even just at the absurdity of life - can all be vital components in healing. And yes, if you feel the need to swear, go for it.
I work best with clients who are struggling with bereavement, trauma, suicidal thoughts or life transitions. Initially, it is about listening to what brings you to me in as much detail you feel comfortable with.
Seeds of change can be planted as early as session one but recovery is not always linear. It ebbs and flows, and sometimes we can feel worse before we feel better. This is because you are encouraged to connect with difficult feelings and this can actually be a sign that therapy is working.
