Stuart McNaughton
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About me
Taking a step back and having a look at your own life is NOT indulgent. If it is, then why is it? Why is it indulgent to step back, reflect and to want 'more'? It is through self-exploration that we gets closer to WHO we really are. It is only when we can be who we truly are that happiness prevails. I have seen it many times.
During our time together, it is my job to pick up on what is missing, to challenge you and to help you get to where you wish to be. If you are hesitant to reach out, be assured that counselling is an incredibly powerful approach in an ever changing world. Ask yourself this question: "What is stopping me?"
THE WAY I WORK
Every therapist has a range of tools at their disposal and it is these ‘tools’ that help us to make sense of what you share in sessions.
The first way I work is PSYCHODYNAMICALLY. Don’t worry – this isn’t as worrying as it might sound. Psychodynamic theory is merely a way for us to explore those issues that come from the past, which affect the way we are today – we all carry some of our past with us and counselling can really help us to heal from a range of emotions including those related to loss, grief and trauma. Healing is a process so, sometimes, it is necessary to 'go back' in order to move forward.
Another way I work is HUMANISTICALLY. By this, it means we can reflect on what is bothering us in the here and now. What's happening for you right now? Knowing that it is okay not to feel okay can be reassuring. Long-term, however, where do we go from here? Issues such as anxiety and depression can make us feel like we are not moving forward so let's hit pause and reflect.
Another way I work is COGNITIVELY. You might have heard of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy? CBT has been proven to be very effective in helping individuals to reframe negative thoughts. The way we respond to issues are largely learnt from our pasts and it is possible to relearn new, more desirable ways of being. Issues such as complex relationships, addiction, phobias and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder can be explored using CBT.
Therapy is not all about listening and asking how people feel. It is also about identifying themes and using education to raise our self- awareness. In doing so, we can build resilience together. I like to share theoretical principles and resources so that clients can manage their mental health effectively so I also work PSYCHOEDUCATIONALLY.
Quite unconventional for therapists, perhaps, is to SELF-DISCLOSE, but I find that this really helps me to deepen the therapeutic relationship. If you don’t want me to make self-disclosures, do let me know as I will totally respect this.
TO WHOM AND HOW I DELIVER MY SERVICE
I offer counselling to individuals and couples.
At the current time, counselling is being delivered in three different ways:
- Online via ZOOM or Google Meets.
- Walk & Talk Therapy during which we explore your issues in an outdoor space - some clients find it useful to talk when we are in / around nature. This option is only available in the Richmond / Twickenham area (postcodes TW1 and TW9).
- Text-based therapy for those who find it difficult to talk - this is a particularly useful service for: those suffering from abuse and/or domestic violence who may not be able to talk freely; those who have a medical condition that prevents them from speaking; or those who struggle with a range of hearing conditions.
Training, qualifications & experience
My training began with a Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy before embarking on a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
I am currently training as a Clinical Supervisor.
I am a Member of the British Association of Counsellors & Psychotherapists (BACP) with accreditation pending.
I am also recognised by the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS).
As part of my practice, I believe in continuous professional development (CPD). This helps me to support others in their own personal development across a wide range of contexts.
Member organisations
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.
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.
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
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 - £100.00
Free initial online session
Additional information
My fees vary, depending on your circumstances and subject to my own availability.
As a general rule, fees start from £60 per 50 minute session for individuals.
Couples/relationship therapy starts at £100 per 90 minute session.
Further information
You can message me on this website, or via my own website, and I will arrange for a brief call to go through the issues currently impacting your life. During this call, I form an idea of how I can help and will give you an insight into the way I work.
Once we have established a way of working together, sessions will take place at the same time each week, with each session usually lasting 50 minutes. On occasion, however, you may wish to book a double sesson to explore specific issues in more depth.
