What is Counselling/Therapy
- Counselling/therapy is an effective treatment for a range of emotional and relationship problems.
- Counselling/therapy is a talking therapy wherein the counsellor/therapist
seeks to help the individual/couple make sense of their feelings and behaviour. - Counselling/therapy addresses complex issues, thereby alleviating stress and suffering.
- Counselling/therapy seeks to find understanding and meaning in symptoms and patterns of behaviour,
- Counselling/therapy enables the individual/couple to gain insights and more effective ways of coping with their problems and feelings.
- Counselling/therapy provides a safe and supportive setting in which to explore these problems.
- Counselling/therapy respects the individual’s/couple’s confidentiality throughout.
- Counselling/therapy consists of weekly 50 minute appointments agreed between the individual/couple and the counsellor.
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Counselling works towards personal growth, effectively guiding the individual to realise their potential. Encouraging the development of their independence and strength to make desired life changes for themselves.
It is a gentle way to learn how to take charge of one’s life. It offers space to explore new ways to be in a safe environment with an experienced practitioner.
It is a gentle way to learn how to take charge of one’s life. It offers space to explore new ways to be in a safe environment with an experienced practitioner.
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- Have problems forming or sustaining relationships.
- Find themselves repeatedly in unhappy relationships.
- Feel depressed.
- Feel anxious and unable to cope with the daily pressures of life.
- Lack self-confidence.
- Find life changes difficult to cope with – bereavement, illness, divorce.
- Suffer from phobias, eating disorders, panic attacks and obsessions.
- Stress and anxieties.
- Marital/partnership difficulties.
- Addictions
- Compulsive gambling
For an initial assessment or any enquiries please ring 07831 592 408