I worked as a manager in the NHS, supporting people to resolve problems or areas of difficulty (not one of the easiest ways of earning a living I'll admit, but the job kept me on my toes!). My qualifications and training are in management, advanced mediation/conflict resolution, advocacy, counselling and psychotherapy to masters level. At the moment I am in training to become a supervisor to other counsellors. My specialist interest is in experiential psychotherapy. As an existential psychotherapist I will work with you to find adequate expression for the deep intuitive wisdom that resides within you.
In addition to the above qualifications, I also make sure that I attend regular workshops and seminars to study the different philosophies and theories in counselling, this helps to keep my skills fresh and up-to-date. As previously mentioned, I am a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP) and adhere to the strict Code of Ethics, Confidentiality and Complaints Procedure. I have undergone an Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check.
I am a member of the Association of Independent Practitioners (AIP) and attend regular supervision sessions in accordance with fitness to practice regulations.
The latest research findings in counselling and psychotherapy indicates that on average, psychological therapies have a positive impact on psychological wellbeing. Eight out of every ten individuals who participate in counselling or psychotherapy show improvement. Those who attend for eight sessions or more showed significant improvement in outcomes.
My area of work includes individual and couple counselling and my experience covers:-
In fact you don’t always need to have a major or complex problem in your life to book a few sessions of counselling. Many people have the old fashioned notion that counselling is for people with serious mental health problems. We all encounter problems in our every day lives and sometimes it is easier to talk someone outside of your normal social circle. Someone who will not judge, but will really listen and support you in making the best decisions that feel right for you. A counsellor will have knowledge about certain behaviour patterns and be able to point out those that may be holding you back.
I see people through my practice who, just like our American counterparts, want to gain more insight into themselves to decide what it is they want from their lives. Particularly in this economic climate. Many people are contemplating a career change or setting up their own business or a radical life change. It helps to have the time and space to think things through.