Simon Carver

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location_on Hexham, Northumberland, NE47
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About me

Hello, I'm Simon, an experienced and empathic psychotherapist. I use online therapy to support you to improve mental wellbeing and live a happier, calmer life. 

My approach is effective, flexible and compassionate. Rest assured that any work we do together will be confidential and will develop at your own pace. My therapy involves a combination of Client-Centred Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and EMDR. 

Training, qualifications & experience

I am an accredited member of UKCP, an accredited member of BABCP and member of the EMDR Association

MA Client Centred Psychotherapy

Post Grad Dip Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Post Grad Dip CBT Supervision

EMDR Standard Accredited Training

I have over 20 years experience, the last 10 years working in the NHS within IAPT and Psychology departments.

Prior to this, I worked as a counsellor/psychotherapist/supervisor within private practice, holding several GP contracts.

Member organisations

school Registered / Accredited

Registered / Accredited

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UKCP
UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)

The UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) is a leading professional body for the education, training and regulation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Its register is accredited by the government's Professional Standards Authority.

As part of its commitment to protect the public, it works to improve access to psychotherapy, to support and disseminate research, to improve standards and to respond effectively to complaints against its members.

UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.

UPCA
Universities Psychotherapy & Counselling Association (UPCA)

Universities Psychotherapy & Counselling Association

Accredited register membership

UK Council for Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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).

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UK Council for Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies offered

Fees

£60.00 per session
Free initial in-person or online session

Additional information

£60 per hour

When I work

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Further information

Undertaking therapy can be a life changing process, resulting in increased self understanding, a greater sense of calm and more positive. As a psychotherapist , I can support you to overcome a range of mental health issues.

Weekly therapy can be booked on an open ended basis. or for an agreed period of time- it is entirely up to you. The sessions are conducted in-person or online via Zoom, WhatsApp video or phone. Each session costs £60 and the first introductory session is free.

Hexham, Northumberland, NE47

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Organisations
Employee Assistance Programme

Key details

DBS check info

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Online platforms

Whatsapp
Zoom

Supervision

In person
Online
Phone

I have experience of working with a wide range of clients and issues within the NHS. I am an accredited BABCP supervisor

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