What is person-centred counselling?
Person-centred counselling focuses on you, the client. Your experiences, feelings and perceptions are what is most important – not someone else’s interpretation of them. As a person-centred counsellor, I will be there to listen, reflect, empathise and support.
My aim is to create a comfortable, accepting, environment for you. My role won’t be to tell you what to do (I am not the expert in your life – you are) but I will support you in finding the right way forward for you.
Will person-centred counselling suit me?
Person-centred counselling is best suited to clients who like the freedom to talk about their problems in a supportive and facilitative environment rather than those who prefer a more directive, structured approach with specific techniques to follow.
However, we can tailor our work together to best suit your needs and preferences.
What kind of problems can I bring?
Person-centred counselling can be applied to a wide spectrum of issues such as relationship problems, depression, anxiety, bereavement, addictions, sexuality, anger and transitions in life, amongst many others.
It is ideal for people who are motivated to find out more about themselves and work towards solving their issues.
What benefits can I expect from counselling?
Results in counselling will be unique for each individual, but is particularly effective if you are open and actively engaged in the process.
My aim is to help you to gain clarity on your situation, your feelings and your priorities. You should achieve a greater insight into yourself and greater confidence in tackling your problems after you leave therapy.
Do you belong to any professional body?
I am a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapy (BACP) and adhere to their Ethical Framework.
My registration number is 404561 and you will find me here on the register:
Will our sessions be confidential?
Yes, you can be assured that our sessions will remain confidential, with some specific exceptions for either legal or ethical reasons.
– If I believed there to be a risk of harm to you or to others
– If instructed by a court of law
– In some circumstances where a serious crime is disclosed to me
– To meet any other statutory obligations
I would speak to you in advance wherever possible.
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