Counselling is a talking therapy where you can discuss any difficult thoughts, feelings or problems in a confidential safe space. People use counselling for different reasons and it is valid whether the concern is minimal or overwhelming i.e. if something is not right, it is not right.

 

Here are some of the reasons why someone might see a counsellor:

 

• to help work out why they feel low or depressed so they can feel better

• to understand why they behave in the ways they do so they can choose to change

• to manage their anxiety/stress better

• to work through a trauma or bereavement

• to improve their self-esteem and confidence

• to look at how they relate with others

• to explore how they could function better

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As an integrative counsellor, I can draw on different counselling theories to suit your needs. The foundation of my practice is person-centred counselling which helps you to gain an understanding of your thoughts and feelings empowering you to find solutions to your problems. However, sometimes you might have a specific problem such as an anxiety disorder, where a more structured form of counselling such as CBT might be more appropriate. 

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If you would like more information on the different approaches I can offer and how they may be able to help you, please click on the following link.