Zoe Boylan

 If you have been experiencing stress, anxiety, overwhelm,  feeling stuck, sadness or loss, counselling can help you find peace of mind, more confidence and your unique way forward.  We all have a mental health, and Counselling is a great way to look after yours.

As an experienced Integrative Counsellor, I work with kindness and compassion helping clients overcome a variety of issues. I provide  a confidential non-judgement space to explore what is needed for you, in your own time. 

I draw from different theories and methods in counselling, to give you the space and time to enable you to have a deeper understanding of yourself, and how your life experiences have shaped you. Through this awareness comes first the ability to reflect on the origin of your current problem, and then the freedom to make positive change.

Often so many of us are dealing with an Inner Critic, who although intending to be well meaning, may be holding us back from our full potential or rewarding relationships. I can support you to explore these dynamics at work, understanding their impact, before moving on to work through, and find a positive transformation.

I believe that we all have the fundamental resource within us to support the change we need.  I will support you to reset this, find balance and develop strength to ultimately enable you to have a more rewarding experience of life.

FAQs

What problems can counselling help with?

People come to counselling for all sorts of reasons.

People come when they are struggling with low self esteem or low confidence, anxiety or depression, lonliness, bereavement, stress or simply feeling sad. Some people come for relationship problems, perhaps to  understand repeating life patterns, or problems with family members.  Some people want to focus on problems at work or in their social life.     All individuals and problems are unique. 

What about Theory?

As an Intergrative Counsellor, I will bring in different evidence based theories and techniques to support your counselling goals. We can discuss if you have a preferred way of working, and I am open to feedback. 

I also can support you work creatively, (even in remote counselling), which can involve different techniques to explore what is going on, using Imagery, drawing, and symbolism.

I work to allow you a safe, confidential non-judgement space to explore what is needed for you, in your own time.

Is it Confidential?

Yes. Anything we discuss is held between us. I have a Supervisor, who is a more experienced Counsellor, who I will seek support from, ensuring that your identify is not shared.

I store any notes I keep in a lockable filing cabinet.

How often will we meet?

Weekly sessions are more effective initially whilst we explore what is troubling you.

After our Introduction meeting, we will agree an initial number of sessions, which is usually between 4-6. We can then decide as we go, how many more sessions you would like. Counselling can be long term, or relatively short to suit your needs.

Where will the Counselling take Place?

I work from 2 different Counselling Rooms in central Brighton. I also can offer remote sessions.

How do I choose my Counsellor?

In your search for a counsellor, it is important to you feel comfortable with someone you can trust.  This is why I offer a 30 minute Introduction appointment where we can talk about why you are seeking counselling, and you can see if you feel you would be able to work with me.

Final Words:

Please get in contact to see how I can support you.  You have already taken the first step in searching for a counsellor,  acknowledging your intention to dedicate time to your mental wellbeing.

“Everybody wants to reach the peak, but there is no growth on the top of a mountain. It is in the valley that we slog through, the lush grass and rich soil, learning and becoming what enables us to summit life’s next peak.” (Andy Andrews)

• £25:  Initial 30 minute Assessment Session
• £55: Regular 50 minute Session