Sheila Kavanagh
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This professional is currently not accepting new clients at this time.
This professional is currently not accepting new clients at this time.
About me
I know life and relationships can sometimes be complicated and messy. We sometimes wonder why we do the things we do even when this do not always make us happy. If you need to talk to someone else so you can be heard, hear yourself and gain a new perspective on your difficulties then counselling may be the answer. I am a counselling psychologist with years of training and experience and will use that to help you.
I offer face to face or online sessions either short term or for longer depending on what you want. I have worked with people with a variety of concerns for example those who feel anxious, depressed, are sad with loss, those with low confidence, people thinking about major changes in their lives, work worries, those with relationships difficulties, those suffering during the menopause, those struggling with conceiving, those feeling stuck and those who have anxieties about becoming parents etc.
I like to be kind, curious and non-judgmental. I know how difficult it is to start counselling, for some people, so I will make it as easy as possible by arranging a chat first and explaining how the first session will be, if you would find that helpful. Alternatively we can book in a first session.
Online sessions are via Doxy or Microsoft Teams. Face to face appointments are available at The Meeting House, Rickford's Hill, Aylesbury. I offer sessions on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays during the day or evenings.
Please contact me by email or on 07906 620605 to discuss a day and time that best suits you.
I am a registered Counselling Psychologist with the HCPC (The Health and Care Professions Council). I am also a Chartered Psychologist and embrace the British Psychological Society's code of ethics and conduct which is available from the website: www.bps.org.uk.
Training, qualifications & experience
Training and Qualification:
Recent/Current CPD events:
1) Behavioural addictions
2) CBT for children and young people
3) How to Remove Trauma response
4) How the body holds trauma and chronic stress creating blocks to change
5) Attachment, Relationships and emotional needs-Schema Therapy
6) 2 Chair Work
7) Imposter Syndrome
8) Effective techniques for diagnosis and treatment of anxiety symptoms
Psychologist training and qualifications:
· BSc in Applied Psychology
· Diploma in Psychology (Conversion for Graduates)
· MSc Counselling Psychology
· Post Graduate Diploma in the Practice of Counselling Psychology
I am a Chartered Psychologist registered with the British Psychological Society and HCPC. I practice within an integrative framework, using Humanistic, Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioural approaches. I also have an interest in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Schema Therapy.
Experience:
I have worked with adults in a variety of settings including NHS Psychology Departments, GP surgeries and Mental Health voluntary organisations (MIND).
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Fees
£75.00 per session
Additional information
Fees are £75 per 50 minute session.
Payment is accepted online in advance or cash or cheque at the start of each session.
Please note that 48 hours notice must be given for cancellations. Missed appointments will be charged for at the full rate.
When I work
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Mondays and Wednesdays, day and evening sessions available.
Further information
If you are unsure if counselling could help you or have any questions about the process please feel free to email or call me in office hours. If I am unable to answer the phone I will ring you back as soon as possible.
