Thomas Smithson


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This professional is available for new clients.
Supervision details
Hello, my name is Tom and I am a supervisor, therapist, tutor and writer. You can find out more about me on my website or my business Instagram @newhcounselling.
For me supervision is all about the relationship and offering you the kind of specific support you are looking for, this would involve tailoring my approach to you and your needs.
The aim of Supervision with me:
The overall purpose of supervision is firstly to monitor and promote the welfare of your clients. However, I do not forget you in this, meaning we need to consider your needs as a therapist. I will want to know how you are doing, because if you are "okay" your clients will be to. If you are in private practice, I will also want to support you with the stress of this should you wish. As again, if you are stressed running your practice that will have an impact on you, your life and your clients.
I will aim to help you focus on the development of your professional identity and skills, encouraging an authentic you, an authentic practice. This might involve your work as a volunteer, in an organisation or within private practice.
What you can expect:
We would meet fortnightly or ad hoc monthly, depending on your preference, each session will be at a mutually agreed time.
Sessions will be held online via Zoom, the link for Zoom will be emailed to you along with a reminder the day before your supervision session.
I will encourage and facilitate the development of an effective working supervisor / supervisee relationship.I will encourage on-going development opportunities and facilitate professional development when relevant.
I aim to offer support and challenge as appropriate and aim to identify a range of options for you to consider and I will intervene when a client’s welfare is at risk.
Together we will continue to discuss and work with ethical guidelines and professional standards.
Practice description:
I have worked in private practice since 2018 offering clients an integrative approach and providing over 5500 clinical hours. Much of my work supports clients with depression, anxiety, relationships, identity, self-esteem, parenting, adoption, existential thoughts and the search for meaning.
My clients might also be going through life changes, looking to explore themselves or understand, challenge & change behaviours.
I work with all adults and specialise in working with queer communities & those who are neurodivergent.
I have a relaxed yet professional approach to supervision and aim to support you on your journey being a therapist. I have a MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy practice along with a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and Diploma in Supervision. I also teach level 2 and 3 Counselling skills.
I have worked with several well established Counselling agencies where I gained a wide range of experience. I have worked with Place 2 Be where I worked therapeutically with children ages 7 -10 in Croydon, St Christoper's Hospice working within their adult bereavement team, and METRO Charity, working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, asylum seekers and people living with or affected by HIV.
Qualifications and Experience
I am a BACP registered therapist, clinical supervisor, and counselling tutor with over 8 years clinical experience. I have the following qualifications:
• Diploma in Supervision
• Masters (MA) in Counselling and Psychotherapy Practice
• Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
• Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
• Certificate of Higher Education in Psychology
• Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills

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