Tina Hoar

Are you struggling at present?

At times we all experience anxiety, stress, depression, low self esteem, angry or  have family or relationship issues which make us feel alone and scared. Perhaps you question if you have ADHD.  Sometimes we can become trapped by these feelings and  we feel unable to move forward, whatever age we are! If this is you, you are not alone. The most up to date statistics tell us that 35% of us will experience anxiety or depression at some point in their lives, especially in wintertime.  This can often lead to problems with anger, depression or unhealthy dependency or addiction.

• I can offer you a safe, calm environment for one to one counselling for yourself or your child. A friendly place where we can talk and get to know each other. We will seek to understand the problems you are facing whether this is caused by current issues or events from your past and we make a clear plan of how we can work together . We will find new skills and use existing strengths to deal with your feelings for example breathing exercises and relaxation technique can be really effective in managing anxiety. We will identify your strengths and empower you to move forward and alleviate any distress.

• For some people this can take a few sessions, for others it takes longer. I can accommodate whatever you need.
• I am a fully qualified counsellor, I adhere to the BACP code of ethics. My approach as a therapist is flexible depending on what you would require from therapy. I normally work in an integrative way, which means that I incorporate different models of therapy, depending on who I am working with and what they are looking for. I am experienced in Solution focused therapy, Person Centred therapy and Cognitive Behaviour therapy.
• I am experienced at working with both adults and children.I have specialist experience in working with young people. I have worked as a School Counsellor  and I have previously worked for PCAMHS (Primary Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service)
• I have successfully supported people with low self esteem or low self confidence, eating disorders, self harm,panic disorders and body dysmorphia
• I have experience of working with clients with addiction and substance abuse 
•  I welcome enquires from trainee counsellors and offer a discounted rate for sessions

I offer an initial 30 minute session free of charge , to allow us to meet to discuss your needs and to see if we can work together. If we decide to proceed, the first full session will be payable in advance.

Sessions - £ 60 per 50 minute session

Concessions are available on request.

It can be difficult to make the first step, please feel free to telephone or email me. I will be able to give you more information about myself and what you can expect from counselling. It's important that you or your child feel comfortable with what I am offering.