Counselling

For the duration of my counselling work, which is now in its thirteenth year, I have been afforded the privilege of working with people that have experienced a range of life situations. These include but are not limited to, marriage and family relationships; trauma relating to war; familial abuse; bullying; bereavement; health difficulties; toxic workplaces; spiritual abuse; and lifestyle changes.

The therapeutic model which I use is integrative and holistic. When working with you, you will receive a bespoke approach which may include various psychological models such as psychoanalysis, CBT and person-centred counselling. Together, we will work out your needs.

Working holistically means that we will explore issues together which are connected to various areas of your life and will reflect upon how these may impact your emotional wellbeing. Beyond working with this, we will also consider how wider aspects of your lifestyle may be affecting your health too. Together we will implement strategies that will help you begin to make the changes that you wish to make.

There are a variety of approaches to counselling. Every counselling model is formed from a worldview; my approach has been significantly influenced by a Christian worldview. Scientific research has demonstrated on a number of occasions that faith can contribute to wellbeing, so for those seeking to integrate or explore the benefits of faith and spirituality from a Christian perspective, this can be integrated into our work together in therapy.

Those with whom I work come from a range of faiths and of none. Regardless of your culture and background, please be assured that you are welcome here. It is important for you to know how I, and indeed any other person you may work with, view the world.

An average appointment will last for around 55 minutes, though I also offer meetings 30 and 45 minutes (available online only) too. When working with couples, this time can increase, if needed.

Costs for counselling vary and are calculated using a ‘sliding scale’, meaning that charges vary for clients. Issues that we discuss will be confidential (within the boundaries of the law).