About me
SERENITY Counselling & Psychotherapy
Sue Boitoult MNCPS( Acc)
“We are human, not perfect “
Welcome to Serenity. Helping you to find your way back to yourself.
My belief is that counselling isn’t about “fixing “ yourself or becoming someone different. It is about understanding the experiences, relationships and challenges that have shaped you. Gently exploring what hurts, understanding your patterns with compassion rather than criticism, and rediscovering who you are beneath the hurt, the expectations, attachment and life transitions that have been a part of your history. You are unique and your story is yours. I am here to listen, not judge. Let your story unfold …
My passion is supporting Adults and Young People (13+) navigating change, expectations and pressures that can sometimes feel overwhelming and incredibly challenging.
My work with teenagers included working at Young Devon, supporting Young People with the complexities of adolescence. Looking at Anxiety, Low mood. Low self-esteem. Loss of friendship groups, School avoidance, Social Media pressure. Anger and overwhelm, bullying and self-harm. Together with life changes such as separation and divorce, challenging family dynamics and bereavement.
I have experience of working gently and sensitively with Neurodivergent clients and have had extra CPD training in this field supporting clients with Autism and ADHD together with much lived experience of this within my own family.
I also work with parents who are navigating the often complex and sometimes painful experience of supporting a struggling teenager .
ADULT counselling: My Adult counselling continues to help clients who may feel like they are holding everything together on the outside while feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck or lost on the inside. Maybe feeling disconnected, unsure of who you are or uncertain about what comes next. Painful life events, childhood experiences and challenges which continue to affect how you feel about yourself, your relationships and the world around you?
My work is Trauma Informed and I have a particular interest in Trauma and attachment.
My clients have described me as warm, approachable, intuitive, relational and human ... definitely not perfect!
Training, qualifications & experience
- Level 4 Advanced Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- Level 2/3 Certificate in Counselling
- Transactional Analysis TA 101
- Safeguarding training level 2
Various CPD training including:
- CBT, Gestalt therapy
- Working with Young People and Counselling Autistic Clients
- Bereavement
- Trauma and the body.
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
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.
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
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
My fees are £60 for 50 minutes (a therapeutic hr), payable by BACS. For both face to face and online counselling.
I also offer a limited number of low-cost sessions depending on circumstances. This can be discussed during our initial free 20-minute telephone meeting to discover if I feel like the right therapist for you.
When I work
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Further information
- Enhanced DBS Certificate
- Professional Indemnity Insurance
- Working in Private practice face to face and online.
Counselling doesn’t change the past, but it can gently change how we understand ourselves, how we relate to others and how we move forward. I work alongside you, respecting your history and what you bring. I work collaboratively and at a pace that feels right for you, whilst sometimes gently challenging the thoughts, beliefs and patterns that no longer serve you.
“ When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change “ - Wayne Dyer.
Finding the right counsellor is an important decision. If my words and feelings have ignited something within you, it would be a privilege and an honour to walk alongside you on your journey back to you.
Welcome to Serenity ….
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