Tilly Line

As an integrative counsellor, I can draw on a range of theories and tools to help you explore your experiences in ways that best support your individual needs. These include Relational Psychotherapy which recognises the importance of relationships to our sense of wellbeing. Within this, I draw on Psychodynamic and Gestalt approaches because I believe that our ways of being can be understood by exploring our past experiences, as well as the ways we feel ‘in the here and now’.

I also borrow from Narrative therapy with respect to my view that ‘the person is not the problem, the problem is the problem’. Narrative therapy emphasizes that the stories we develop about ourselves are not about us alone, and there is also the possibility of re-authoring our stories if there are parts we feel are problematic.

I use aspects of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to support clients who may be struggling with difficult experiences and to help manage negative feelings and thoughts. This approach allows the exploration of language and its influence on the ways we understand ourselves in the context of wider society. Using tools from ACT, I can provide ways to help clients identify their values, sense of self, or goals they wish to commit to.

Together these approaches also provide room for creativity in our work, such as drawing and writing, if this feels helpful. I provide a range of materials in the therapy room for you to use as you wish. 

My training and qualifications include:

• UWE Bristol – July 2023 – MA Counselling and Psychotherapy
• University of Cardiff – June 2022 – Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Part 1
• UWE Bristol – June 2012 – PG Diploma Careers guidance
• UWE Bristol – Jan 2008 – PhD ‘The Attitudes of Young People Towards Climate Change’

£50.00 - £55.00
Free initial telephone or online session