Timothy Griffiths
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About me
Welcome, I recall taking my own first step towards therapy many years ago, and although It was daunting, it was a decision that positively changed the course of my life. I'm Tim, a counsellor/psychotherapist driven by a passion for walking alongside others as they empower themselves to navigate the challenges of this life.
My approach? I believe that most of our pains and challenges in this life arise from an injurious experience in relationship; whether that be with our parents during childhood; friendship betrayals; romantic relationship challenges; to deeply traumatic and life altering experiences. As such, entering a therapy that is relational first and foremost offers opportunity for these wounds to present themselves within a culture of trust and safety. In other words - I will work to show up for you; holding a space with presence, openness, compassion, non-judgement, and a commitment to deep listening, to help you in noticing how your body is responding to the world around you. Though your experience may manifest as anxiety, depression, PTSD, hopelessness, fear, anger, loneliness, neurodiversity or so on, I welcome all of you.
How I work? I am trained to university degree level in experiential counselling & psychotherapy. The modalities that inform my practice are the person centred approach, existential therapy and emotion focussed therapy. Outside of my therapy practice, I am a trained and recognised (IPHM) transpersonal space holder and men's work facilitator for Embodied Masculine™; I also work alongside world leading facilitators in the Tantric and Shamanic healing modalities. My experience with professional psychotherapy, esoteric healing modalities, and my personal journey of life culminate in a diverse approach to therapy, and a commitment to work with you to identify your next step.
What to expect from our first session? It's a big step to begin the therapy journey, never mind beginning to share experiences close to your heart. Aside from some practicalities around our journey together, our first session will be getting to know each other in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere, for me to learn more about your journey and what brings you to therapy. This is a space for you too, to ask questions about me, should you have them. We may discuss how life is for you, or what your vision is for the future (or even that you struggle to see one). I carry no expectations of you for our first meeting, so I invite you to come as you are.
Who I work with? Since I began holding space, I have worked with people across a diversity of backgrounds and life experiences; from adolescents of age 16 up to elders in the final stages of their life. I work closely with young men from 16 and upwards to navigate their transition to manhood and develop a personal and embodied understanding of their own masculinity. I also work with women, within multiple contexts, to assist them in considering and deepening their relationship to the 'masculine', or to men. I have experience working with people who present with ADHD, autism, aspeger's, depression, anxiety, PTSD (and varying clinical diagnoses), grief, bereavement, masculinity difficulty, femininity difficulty, relationship struggles, loneliness, anger management, psychedelic integration, purposelessness, spiritual awakenings and more. Through a free consultation, lets have a chat to see if I can help.
A little about me? Prior to beginning my professional training in psychotherapy, my journey began through self study of psychology, psychotherapy and self-help out of necessity; I was harbouring a PTSD of daily paranoia and panic attacks that had brought me to a place of hopelessness and suicidal ideation. Although learning more about how my body was responding to life was helpful, it was entering therapy that was the catalyst for a healing journey that continues to this day. To name but a few modalities, my personal journey includes therapy, group work, plant medicine and psychedelics, dedicated men's work, embodiment, energetic healing, committed spiritual practice, breath work, meditation, Tantra, existential philosophy, and more. I am a co-founder and co-leader of a growing men's community in Merseyside called Mersey Men, for whom I hold and offer free and ticketed gatherings and events for men to connect, introspect, and deepen their connection to themselves and their purpose. More generally, my life is nourished by playing guitar, shooting street photography, writing poetry, travelling in my van, building deep and meaningful relationships in my life, and continuing to satiate my curiosity around the human condition.
Irrespective of modality or style of therapy, research suggests that it is the resonance of the relationship between the counsellor and client that ultimately determines the success of the therapy experience. I would love to have a conversation or meeting with you, either in person or over the phone, to feel if our working together may serve you.
Training, qualifications & experience
1st Class Honours in Person Centred Experiential Counselling & Psychotherapy (EHU)
Level 2 Certificate in Person Centred Counselling Skills (WMC)
Foundation Degree in Psychology (UoL)
I work with a diversity of clients of all ages and varying experiences. I work closely with young men from 16 years and above, as I have a fascination in the modern male experience; cultural and social masculinity; initiatory transitions to manhood and what it means to be a man in modern society, with all of the challenges it brings. I have interests and experience in tantra, men's work, sacred sexuality and polarity work that bolsters and informs my practice with both men and women. Although I work closely with men and the male experience, many of my clients have been, and are female. I welcome you!
Member organisations
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
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I have worked closely within the fields of men's work, embodiment, sacred sexuality, neo and traditional Tantra, and several other eastern traditions.
Therapies offered
Fees
£40.00 - £60.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I offer a sliding scale between £40 and £60; please don't allow finance to be the reason that therapy is unavailable to you. If you wish to discuss further your financial situation, please don't hesitate to contact me, I would love to chat.
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Please contact me if these hours are unsuitable for you, as I may be able to accommodate sessions in the evening.
