Sam Thorp
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About me
Hi, I am a registered psycho-therapeutic counsellor with over 7 years experience offering clients a safe, non-judgemental space to explore what they are finding difficult and learn valuable strategies to support them in their process. From the very first session, you are able to learn helpful calming and grounding techniques to help with feelings of overwhelm and provide a sense of safety on a journey towards positive change.
My counselling approach is integrative, and blends various therapeutic methods to best suit the individual needs and goals of my clients. I combine elements of Person Centred Therapy, CBT, Psychodynamics, Somatic Focussing, Relaxation techniques and Breathwork depending on the needs of my client. These approaches offer clients the opportunity to cultivate compassion towards their experiences, consider the origins of emotional patterns, shift thinking, release emotional tension and re-pattern underlying beliefs.
Regardless of the methods we use, the ultimate goal of counselling is to facilitate change. Together, we will explore what this change means for you, and I'll be there to support you throughout your journey towards emotional healing, personal growth and transformation.
I currently offer sessions in person on Thursdays in Somerset and online on weekdays.
I specialise in working in the following areas: Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Motivation, Self Esteem and Confidence issues, Compassion fatigue.
I also provide sessions in British Sign Language and Signed Supported English..
I look forward to working with you.
Training, qualifications & experience
I have over 7 years experience offering psycho-therapeutic counselling to adults in a confidential one-to-one setting.
Qualifications:
- Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling (Ad Dip PC)
- Diploma in Hypnotherapy & Counselling Skills
- Affiliated to the National Counselling Society: Accredited Registrant Member HYP13-00450
- Certificate in Mindfulness Based Interventions.
- Bristol University: Diploma Deaf Studies/BSL Interpreting.
- Middlesex University Drama/French BA(hons) Degree.
I specialise in working in the following areas: Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Motivation, Self Esteem and Confidence issues, Compassion fatigue.
Member organisations
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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
Fees
£55.00 per session
Free initial telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
20 minute video/phone call consultation: free of charge.
Sessions: 50-60 minutes
When I work
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I offer some evening sessions depending on current availability.
Further information
I currently offer appointments via a variety of platforms online and find this to be a very effective way of connecting and exploring.
